Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference

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10:00am CDT

Math Talk That Works: Building Language into Every Math Lesson in K-6

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT

English learners have to juggle learning math and a new language at the same time. In this session, we’ll look at easy, practical ways to weave language supports into your daily math routines using the WIDA language standards. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies and examples to boost both math and language learning.

Presenters

Danielle White

ALSDE ESL Education Specialist, ALSDE ESL Department, Region 10

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Room 20

ELL Math

Level Elementary Teachers

12:00pm CDT

Field Trip Mastermind: Planning, Paperwork, and Preparation

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 20

Planning a field trip—especially an overnight trip—requires thoughtful organization, clear communication, and strong systems. In this practical session, educators will learn how to confidently plan and manage both local day trips and more complex multi-day overnight field experiences. Participants will explore step-by-step planning strategies for transportation, budgeting, paperwork, chaperone coordination, student supervision, and day-of logistics. Special attention will be given to the additional layers involved in overnight travel, including room assignments, extended schedules, safety planning, and communication with families. Attendees will leave with practical timelines, organizational tools, and teacher-tested tips to simplify the planning process and ensure field trips run smoothly from the first permission slip to the final bus ride home.

Presenters

Brittany Antinarella

Gifted Teacher, Fairhope West Elementary

I am a Project Jubilee teacher at Fairhope West Elementary. I love making things pretty, traveling, my planner, yoga, spending time with my family and friends, reading, and learning new things.

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 20

Professionalism Safety

Level All Teachers

1:00pm CDT

Math Language Traps for English Language Learners in K-6

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Room 20

English learners have to juggle learning math and a new language at the same time. In this session, participants will look at math tasks through the lens of language traps. Teachers will learn practical strategies for identifying and addressing a number of hidden barriers that interfere with an English learner’s ability to access the task and demonstrate their understanding.

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