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9:00am CDT

You Can't Teach A Nervous System That's On Fire: Understanding Student Dysregulation in the Age of Social Media
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Library
Something has shifted in our classrooms. Educators across grade levels and subject areas are reporting the same thing: students who cannot focus, cannot regulate, cannot tolerate uncertainty, and cannot connect the way they once could. And most professional development has responded by adding more — more curriculum, more programs, more policy, more things for already-exhausted educators to implement.

This session takes a different approach entirely.

You Can't Teach a Nervous System That's On Fire is a deep, honest, and surprisingly hopeful look at what is actually happening to the students sitting in our classrooms — through the lens of neuroscience, social media research, and the realities of growing up in an era of unprecedented collective overwhelm.

Participants will leave with:

A clear, accessible understanding of how chronic social media consumption is affecting the adolescent nervous system

The ability to recognize and reframe specific student behaviors through a neurological lens — transforming how they see and respond to their most challenging students

Practical, evidence-informed strategies to support student regulation that require no new budget and no additional programs

Language and tools to share with parents navigating these same challenges at home

This is not a session about blaming phones, diagnosing students, or adding to anyone's workload. It is a session about understanding — because when you truly understand what you are looking at, everything about how you show up changes.

And that changes what is possible in the room.
Presenters
avatar for Kristi Bush

Kristi Bush

Keynote Speaker, Social Media Safety Educator, KNB Communications
Kristi Bush serves as a national education consultant and social media safety advocate. She is a licensed social worker with greater than 20 years of clinical practice and health care experience. She attended Troy and Auburn University where she studied social work and counseling... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Library
  Assessment   Behavior   Community Building   Community Engagement   Digital Citizenship   Google   Health/ Wellness   Leadership   Professionalism   Safety   Technology

9:00am CDT

One Tool, Less Work
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 201
Teachers are asked to communicate more than ever — but often with too many tools and not enough time.

This session focuses on how to simplify communication with students, families, and coworkers using one consistent approach. We’ll cover when to post, when to message, how to avoid duplication, and how to make sure families actually receive and respond.

The goal is simple: save time, reduce frustration, and make communication feel manageable — while improving connection with the families who need it most.
Presenters
avatar for Bryan Phillips

Bryan Phillips

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare
Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare | Former Chief Information Officer, Hoover City SchoolsWith over 20 years in K-12 education and technology leadership, Bryan brings a practical, student-centered approach to every conversation. He led one of Alabama’s most innovative tech departments... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 201
  Community Building   Community Engagement

9:00am CDT

ParentSquare - Level Up Your Communication: Going Above and Beyond with Family Engagement
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 252
Ready to boost your family's engagement and excitement? In this interactive session, we’ll show you how to streamline communication and boost family engagement using Groups, Post Add-Ons, and Appointment Sign-Ups. Walk away with simple, powerful tools to connect with families and staff—without adding more to your plate.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Hardison

Scott Hardison

Training Specialist, ParentSquare
I am a Training Specialist at ParentSquare. My role is to educate ParentSquare customers on how to best utilize the product for effective school-to-home communication.
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 252
  Community Building   Community Engagement   Leadership   Technology

9:00am CDT

Canva Essentials Skills
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 251
Join our workshop to build confidence using Canva in your classroom. Learn how to navigate the Home screen, find and use templates, and share activities. We will dive into the Canva editor and explore tips and tricks to level up your designs. You’ll get hands-on experience using elements, animation, and more. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sasha Goman

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education
Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 251
  Community Engagement   Professionalism

10:00am CDT

ParentSquare - Level Up Your Communication: Going Above and Beyond with Family Engagement
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 252
Ready to boost your family's engagement and excitement? In this interactive session, we’ll show you how to streamline communication and boost family engagement using Groups, Post Add-Ons, and Appointment Sign-Ups. Walk away with simple, powerful tools to connect with families and staff—without adding more to your plate.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Hardison

Scott Hardison

Training Specialist, ParentSquare
I am a Training Specialist at ParentSquare. My role is to educate ParentSquare customers on how to best utilize the product for effective school-to-home communication.
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 252
  Community Building   Community Engagement   Leadership   Technology

10:00am CDT

Magic Studio and Magic Write
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 251
Discover how Canva’s Magic Studio can transform your classroom workflow with powerful tools like the Photo Editor, Video Background Remover, and animations to create engaging, dynamic content with ease. We’ll also explore Magic Write, your AI-powered teaching assistant, and see how it can generate rubrics, lesson content, and classroom resources saving you valuable time while supporting diverse learning needs and streamlining communication. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sasha Goman

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education
Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 251
  Community Engagement

11:00am CDT

One Tool, Less Work
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 201
Teachers are asked to communicate more than ever — but often with too many tools and not enough time.

This session focuses on how to simplify communication with students, families, and coworkers using one consistent approach. We’ll cover when to post, when to message, how to avoid duplication, and how to make sure families actually receive and respond.

The goal is simple: save time, reduce frustration, and make communication feel manageable — while improving connection with the families who need it most.
Presenters
avatar for Bryan Phillips

Bryan Phillips

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare
Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare | Former Chief Information Officer, Hoover City SchoolsWith over 20 years in K-12 education and technology leadership, Bryan brings a practical, student-centered approach to every conversation. He led one of Alabama’s most innovative tech departments... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 201
  Community Building   Community Engagement

11:00am CDT

5 Ways to Get Students Involved in a Cooperative Team
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 214
Using cooperative learning in the classroom can be a challenge! Let’s break this down and discuss specific steps and examples that keep team members involved and working positively towards your lesson goals.
Presenters
avatar for Doug Caldwell

Doug Caldwell

Instructional Specialist, eMINTS
Inspiring education with digital learning!
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 214
  Community Building   Community Engagement   eMINTS

11:00am CDT

RTI Scheduler: Tips, Tricks, and Tea
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 95
Ready to slay your RTI schedule? Join Audrey, Anna, and me as we dive into the pros and cons of the RTI Scheduler! We’ll show you the tips, tricks, and little hacks that make scheduling less stressful and more strategic—so you can spend less time juggling and more time teaching. This session is perfect for BCBE teachers, but anyone who wants to work smarter (not harder!) with RTI will leave with practical, ready-to-use ideas. Come for the laughs, stay for the strategies, and leave ready to own your RTI game!
Presenters
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Audrey Anna Rabalais

Curriculum Leader, Foley Middle
avatar for Anna Hunt

Anna Hunt

Curriculum Leader, Bay Minette Middle
Tuesday July 14, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 95
  Community Engagement   Data   Differentiation   PLCs   Technology

12:00pm CDT

ParentSquare - Game Plan for Groups: Athletics & Activities Edition
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 91
Coaches and club leaders—this one’s for you. Learn how to set up and manage your team using Groups, from adding guest users to organizing practices and games with the calendar. We’ll also cover post permissions and powerful add-ons so you can keep everyone informed, engaged, and ready for game day. Bring all of your questions and let's go!
Presenters
avatar for Scott Hardison

Scott Hardison

Training Specialist, ParentSquare
I am a Training Specialist at ParentSquare. My role is to educate ParentSquare customers on how to best utilize the product for effective school-to-home communication.
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 91
  Community Building   Community Engagement   Leadership   Technology

12:00pm CDT

Canva Videos
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 251
Get ready for a hands-on video workshop built for
collaboration. Explore how Canva Video makes it easy to co-create, from planning a parent communication piece to designing instructional content and capturing student learning. You’ll dive into real classroom examples and walk away ready to bring video into your teaching toolkit. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sasha Goman

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education
Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 251
  Community Engagement

12:00pm CDT

Not One More Thing: Embedding Kagan Structures Into Instruction
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 3
Teachers often feel overwhelmed by new strategies layered on top of existing expectations. What if engagement didn’t require adding one more thing to your plate? In this interactive session, participants will learn how Kagan cooperative learning structures can replace traditional instructional routines within lessons. Discover simple “structure swaps” that transform lecture, questioning, and practice into highly engaging learning experiences. Teachers will leave with practical strategies that increase participation and accountability—without increasing planning time.
Presenters
avatar for Makenzie Cunningham

Makenzie Cunningham

Instructional Coach, Rosinton Elementary
Makenzie Cunningham is an instructional coach at Rosinton with 11 years of experience in education. She has taught second, third, and fourth grades, as well as special education for pre-K through first grade. Makenzie has completed both Kagan Coaching and Instructional Coaching certifications... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 3
  Community Engagement   ELA   Math   Reading   Science   Social Studies

12:00pm CDT

Ignite Your Classroom with PBLs
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 93
Create community, improve communication skills, and incorporate problem-solving through engaging project-based learning lessons. PBLs are a great way to build creativity in students and cover many standards at once. They connect to real-world occupations and inspire students' futures. These lessons make learning fun and more memorable. They are easy to develop for your classroom no matter which subject you teach. For this 2-hour session, we will use Gemini's GEMs as AI helps us to build a PBL unit to use in your classroom next year.
Presenters
avatar for Laura Morin

Laura Morin

Gifted Teacher, Magnolia Elementary
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 93
  Arts   Community Building   Community Engagement   Math   Reading   Science   Social Studies   STEM/STEAM   Technology

1:00pm CDT

What’s new in Canva?
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 251
Join us to learn about Canva’s Latest tools. This session offers a seamless introduction to what’s new and how you can use these updates to enhance your creative projects. Join us for an engaging walkthrough and leave inspired to take your Canva experience to the next level. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sasha Goman

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education
Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 251
  Coding   Community Engagement   Leadership

1:00pm CDT

Fantastic 5-Minute Tips Ready to Use in Your Classroom!
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 214
Looking for some simple, effective strategies and routines that will enhance your classroom during the upcoming school year? Did you know that eMINTS has a ton of free tips, resources and strategy cards on various topics including technology integration, building classroom culture, and using reflective practice with students? Come experience the tips live and in person, and then feel free to use them all year long!
Presenters
avatar for Doug Caldwell

Doug Caldwell

Instructional Specialist, eMINTS
Inspiring education with digital learning!
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 214
  Community Building   Community Engagement   eMINTS

1:00pm CDT

ParentSquare - Data-Driven Communication & Secure Family Engagement
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 91
Designed for principals and administrators, this session focuses on turning insights into action. Explore how to leverage ParentSquare reports to monitor engagement and make informed decisions, while also learning how to securely share important documents with families. We’ll also cover best practices for launching StudentSquare at your site and how to use data to keep a real-time pulse on communication across your school. Walk away with practical strategies to communicate with confidence.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Hardison

Scott Hardison

Training Specialist, ParentSquare
I am a Training Specialist at ParentSquare. My role is to educate ParentSquare customers on how to best utilize the product for effective school-to-home communication.
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 91
  Community Building   Community Engagement   Leadership   Technology

1:00pm CDT

Consistency Wins: Building a Districtwide Communication System That Works
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 201
Strong schools don’t just communicate more — they communicate consistently.

In this session, district and school leaders will explore how to create a unified communication approach that reaches every family, reduces staff confusion, and builds trust across the community. We’ll walk through practical ways to align principals, central office teams, and school staff around one system, clear expectations, and simple workflows that actually get used.

This is not about adding another tool. It’s about using one system well — so families know where to look, staff know what to do, and communication works when it matters most.
Presenters
avatar for Bryan Phillips

Bryan Phillips

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare
Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare | Former Chief Information Officer, Hoover City SchoolsWith over 20 years in K-12 education and technology leadership, Bryan brings a practical, student-centered approach to every conversation. He led one of Alabama’s most innovative tech departments... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 201
  Community Building   Community Engagement   Professionalism   Technology

1:00pm CDT

CAPP Process
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 255
Go over with referring administrator's the process on a referral to the CAPP program.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Cook

Michael Cook

Director of Services, Drug Education Council
Married three children and six grand children. Retired from a 30 year career in Law Enforcement went to work with
The Drug Education Council in 2015 and now the director of services. Would love to talk to administrators about the CAPP program and the referral process. 
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 255
  Community Engagement

2:00pm CDT

One Tool, Less Work
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 201
Teachers are asked to communicate more than ever — but often with too many tools and not enough time.

This session focuses on how to simplify communication with students, families, and coworkers using one consistent approach. We’ll cover when to post, when to message, how to avoid duplication, and how to make sure families actually receive and respond.

The goal is simple: save time, reduce frustration, and make communication feel manageable — while improving connection with the families who need it most.
Presenters
avatar for Bryan Phillips

Bryan Phillips

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare
Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare | Former Chief Information Officer, Hoover City SchoolsWith over 20 years in K-12 education and technology leadership, Bryan brings a practical, student-centered approach to every conversation. He led one of Alabama’s most innovative tech departments... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 201
  Community Building   Community Engagement

2:00pm CDT

Canva Code and Magic Activities
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 251
Discover how Canva’s AI tools, Magic Activities and Canva Code (no coding knowledge required), can transform your classroom. In this session, you’ll explore how these innovative features make it easier than ever to create engaging instructional materials, streamline classroom management, and design interactive games and activities aligned with academic standards. Learn how to harness AI to promote higher-order thinking skills, encourage creativity, and save valuable planning time while making learning more dynamic and meaningful for your students. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!
Presenters
avatar for Sasha Goman

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education
Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 251
  Community Engagement   Leadership   Coding
 
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