Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference

10:00am CDT

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT

Discover the magic of Gelli printing—a simple, playful form of printmaking that anyone can do.
In this hands-on workshop you’ll:
Roll, press, and pull colorful prints
Experiment with layers, textures, stencils, and line
Discover the fun of ghost prints and happy accidents
Leave with a stack of beautiful one-of-a-kind papers
No art experience needed—just come ready to play with paint and creativity!

Presenters

Joyce Garrison

teacher, Rosinton Elementary

Hello!I am excited to be returning to GRITC as a presenter!
I graduated with my bachelors of fine art and master's of education from the University of Montevallo, which is located in Montevallo, AL.
I am married and we live in Loxley. I teach elementary art and I absolutely love it... Read More →

Nancy Timmons

Middle School Art Teacher, Central Baldwin Middle

I have been teaching visual arts in Baldwin County for seven years, working with students from Pre-K through 8th grade. I studied art, religion, and philosophy at the University of West Florida and currently teach 8th grade art, where I enjoy blending creative skill-building with... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 45 - Art Room

Arts STEM/STEAM

Level All Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers

1:00pm CDT

Illuminated Learning: Engaging Students with Blacklight Activities

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

Room 45 - Art Room

In this interactive workshop, educators will discover how blacklight activities can boost student engagement across subjects.
Learn the science behind UV light, explore creative lesson ideas, and see hands-on demos with fluorescent materials, invisible ink, and glow-in-the-dark elements.
After exploring classroom applications, participants will take part in a printmaking activity under blacklight and experiment with a variety of fluorescent and neon art materials.
Teachers will leave with practical, ready-to-use strategies, along with a product list and links to all materials used in the workshop.

Presenters

Joyce Garrison

teacher, Rosinton Elementary

Nancy Timmons

Middle School Art Teacher, Central Baldwin Middle

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 45 - Art Room

Arts ELA Math Science Social Studies STEM/STEAM

Level All Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education

10:00am CDT

Tie Dye - Good Vibes

Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 45 - Art Room

Learn to Tie Dye! Make and take your very own original tie dye!
This is great session for teacher teams, field trips, clubs, field day grade colors, or just a reward for the students you love!
Tie-Dye a class or the whole school!
We will show you how easy it is to set up and have PEACE that it's something everyone can accomplish with fun success!!

Please bring ONE 100% cotton T-shirt and drop in the bucket of solution that morning before you go to the other wonderful sessions,
so it will be ready for you to create your colorful creation!

Presenters

Joyce Garrison

teacher, Rosinton Elementary

Nancy Timmons

Middle School Art Teacher, Central Baldwin Middle

Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 45 - Art Room

Arts STEM/STEAM

Level All Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Special Education

1:00pm CDT

Tie Dye - Good Vibes

Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 45 - Art Room

Presenters

Joyce Garrison

teacher, Rosinton Elementary

Nancy Timmons

Middle School Art Teacher, Central Baldwin Middle

Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 45 - Art Room

Arts STEM/STEAM

Level All Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Special Education

9:00am CDT

Illuminated Learning: Engaging Students with Blacklight Activities

Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 45 - Art Room

In this interactive workshop, educators will discover how blacklight activities can boost student engagement across subjects. Learn the science behind UV light, explore creative lesson ideas, and see hands-on demos with fluorescent materials, invisible ink, and glow-in-the-dark elements. After exploring classroom applications, participants will take part in a printmaking activity under blacklight and experiment with a variety of fluorescent and neon art materials. Teachers will leave with practical, ready-to-use strategies, along with a product list and links to all materials used in the workshop.

Presenters