Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference - GRITC 2026

8:00am CDT

Brain Pump

Tuesday July 14, 2026 8:00am - 3:00pm CDT

Participants will learn how to implement Brain Pump, a movement-based approach that connects physical activity and neuroscience to boost learning, attention, and self-regulation. This session includes hands-on strategies, simple routines, and classroom-friendly activities that promote focus, improve behavior, and support students’ cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Presenters

Misty Blackmon

Education Administrator ADECE (Region Director), AL Dept. of Early Childhood

Dotsy Carter

Education Specialist (FCPK Coach), ADECE

I have been in education for 38 years and I am still learning something new each year that motivates and inspires me to want to share it with others.
Last summer, I attended a "Train the Trainer" Brain Pump PD that connected many dots for me with my job and personal life. Physical movement directly affects brain function, learning and self-regulation. It should be intentionally planned into daily routines and plans in a practical/natural... Read More →

Tuesday July 14, 2026 8:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Room 24

Behavior Math Reading