Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference

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10:00am CDT

How to Start a Podcast for Your School or Program.

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

This PD session will provide a beginner-friendly overview of how to start a podcast. Participants will learn the basic equipment needed, simple recording and editing tools, tips for planning content, and ways to publish and share episodes. The session is designed to help educators feel confident taking the first steps in creating a podcast for their classroom, program, or personal interests.

Presenters

Morrell Baxter

CTE Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 96

CTE Digital Citizenship STEM/STEAM Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

12:00pm CDT

CTE Updates and Review

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

Room 96

Reviewing all things CTE especially Curriculum Rules for CCR.

Presenters

Morrell Baxter

CTE Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 96

CTE

Level Administrators, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

1:00pm CDT

Nuts and Bolts of Science Integration

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 96

Get ready to discover powerful connections between science and literacy in your K–3 classroom! In this interactive session, we’ll explore how AMSTI science resources align seamlessly with the reading curricula used across Alabama districts. Participants will dive into practical strategies for integrating hands-on science experiences with literacy instruction, strengthening both content understanding and reading skills. Together, we’ll unpack clear connections between the 2024 AMSTI science kits and popular programs like Open Court, Core Knowledge ELA, and Benchmark Reading—so you can bring learning to life in meaningful, engaging ways.

Presenters

Susan Arnette

AMSTI Specialist dedicated to supporting teachers through high-quality science instruction, hands-on learning, and professional development. Passionate about helping educators build engaging, standards-based classrooms that inspire student curiosity, critical thinking, and succes... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 96