LEAP Cohort 5 LEAP Into Action Conference: Full Schedule

Welcome LEAP into Action Conference 2024 for Cohort 5!
Please register for each of the break-out sessions you want to attend.
The whole group sessions have been pinned to your schedule already for you.

8:00am MDT

Coach Check-In and Breakfast Morning Meeting

Welcome. Come in and get breakfast and find your coaches tables. You will sit with your coaches this morning to check in and prepare for the day. We will start on time at 8am.

Menu is as follows:
THE AMERICAN BUFFET Orange, Grapefruit, Tomato, & Apple Juice Market Style Seasonal Fruit and Berries, Oatmeal, Cage Free Scrambled Eggs with Peppers and Onions (served on side), Turkey Sausage Links, Applewood Bacon, and Breakfast Potatoes, Freshly Baked Danish, Breakfast Muffins and Croissants, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaf, Teas. *disclaimer -- there may be circumstances which require changes or substitutions.

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:30am MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Meeting

8:30am MDT

Welcome and Announcements

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 9:00am MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Meeting

9:00am MDT

Keynote: " Tomorrow Glasses" Matt Miller

Artificial intelligence is growing exponentially. Teachers are left wondering … How does it impact the classroom? How do we ensure academic integrity? How can I plan for a future that is hard to envision? The key is to use Tomorrow Glasses. In this speech, Matt Miller provides practical steps to ensure your instruction is relevant to your students’ future. AI is just the latest example. You’ll leave this speech with more confidence to envision the classroom that your students need and to take the imperfect steps necessary to create it.

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

I’m Matt Miller, and I know exactly how you feel. It’s my passion to equip teachers to thrive in this new era of education and think differently about the craft of teaching.• I spent more than a decade in the classroom, creating unique learning experiences for my students through... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Keynote

10:05am MDT

Break

Take this time to refill and refresh. The first session begins at 10:20.

Monday June 3, 2024 10:05am - 10:20am MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Break

10:20am MDT

Indigenous Wisdom Project Curriculum

The Indigenous Wisdom Project has a rich history that dates back to 2011. The curriculum was completed in collaboration with educators, leaders, community organizers, and elders from the nineteen Pueblo Nations as a political project in response to the centennial of statehood for New Mexico. This Pueblo-based curriculum aims to strengthen the identity of Native American children in New Mexico by providing comprehensive K-12 unit plans for educators on the complex political, social, cultural, and economic history of the Pueblo nations of New Mexico.

Speakers

Brianna Fragua

Cultural Education Specialist, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Cimmaron

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, Social Studies

10:20am MDT

Mastering Mathematics:Best Practices for Effective Teaching and Learning

Join us as we unlock the secrets to effective mathematics teaching and learning. Become equipped with insights to create a vibrant, engaging math classroom where all students thrive! We will delve into each of the 8 effective teaching practices, providing practical examples, classroom strategies, and collaborative discussion.

Speakers

Vivian Cullen

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Hall A and B

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Math

10:20am MDT

Plan Out Your Entire Year for Physical Education

Participants will review ways to plan for curriculum driven activities and will discuss ways to improve engagement in classes. We will look at methods and resources to know what activities to teach and when to teach them.

Speakers

Tim Flores

LEAP Coach, LEAP - Leading Educators through Alternative Pathways

Tim Flores is an Instructional Coach for LEAP - Leading Educators through Alternative Pathways. He is a former English Language Development Coordinator/Instructor and Instructional Coach with 35 years of teaching experience in inner-city, rural, suburban, and Bureau of Indian Education... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Hall C and D

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Physical Education

10:20am MDT

Secondary ELA Strategy Share

Join us to dig deep into poetry, articles, ELA units and materials worth sharing in ELA secondary classrooms! We will discuss our favorite poems, units, novels. modules, technology support, tips and tricks in a seconday (8-12) ELA classroom in New Mexico. Please bring your best ideas, your know-how, 15 copies of your favorite teaching poem, passage or protocol, an article that got you incredible headway and dialogue in your classroom or your best practice that supports your instruction, assessment or engagement.

Speakers

Alexis Esslinger

LEAP Program Director, Cooperative Educational Services

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Sante Fe

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, ELA

10:20am MDT

Smart, Responsible AI Use in the Classroom

AI is here, and it’s already impacting classrooms. How can it be used responsibly and ethically -- by teachers and by students? What should we be careful about? How can we teach for our students’ future -- while also fulfilling today’s goals and objectives? This session gives you suggestions and topics to consider to help you set your classroom up for success -- for you and for your students.

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Sandia

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, AI

10:20am MDT

Thinking Maps: More Than Graphic Organizers

This overview session will explain how Thinking Maps are a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. They are used across all grades and content areas to build the critical thinking, problem-solving, comprehension, and communication skills necessary for academic success in every domain. “My students can’t think!” How often have we heard this comment? Just like any other skill, skillful thinking has to be explicitly taught. Explicitly teaching cognitive skills will provide a systemic consistent way of learning.

Speakers

Hortencia Pina

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Hall G and H

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Literacy, UDL

10:20am MDT

Visiting with the Exhibitors

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
Exhibitor Tables

Breakout, Professional Information

10:20am MDT

Assistive Technology Considerations for Speech and Reading

This educational session will highlight assistive technology considerations that are available for students who struggle with speech and reading disabilities. The session will go into detail on low tech to high tech solutions and will cover tangible handheld devices along with apps available for Apple, Android, and Google Chrome. This session will also explain how the New Mexico Technology Assistance Program can be a free resource of assistive technology for trial when other options may be too complex or time consuming for the teacher or therapist. The session will conclude with a hands-on component which will allow the attendees the opportunity to try out the technology for themselves so they can start thinking of ways these solutions can be applied in the classroom.

Speakers

Jesse Armijo

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 12:30pm MDT
Pecos

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, UDL

10:20am MDT

Autism Toolbox Series: Challenging Behaviors

Some students, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), exhibit many behaviors that others find challenging. We will explore the following topics: types of challenging behaviors and their impact, identifying the cause (function) of the behavior, reducing and preventing problem behaviors, responding to individuals at each stage of the Crisis Cycle, and integrating positive behavioral support strategies in the classroom.

Speakers

Margaret Wood

CES TAP Consultant, Cooperative Educational Services - Technical Assistance Program

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 12:30pm MDT
Hall I and J

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, SPED

10:20am MDT

Guiding Principles for Understanding Student Behavior

The training presents 20 guiding principles for understanding student behavior that affect student-peer interaction, student-teacher interaction, academic performance, social behaviors, and everything that goes on in the school setting. Understanding these principles can support problem solving, instructional planning, and overall school success for students…and staff too! Participants will learn about the reasons students behave the way they do and how to better understand and respond to student behaviors in a proactive rather than reactive way.

Speakers

Barb Piper

TAP Consultant, Cooperative Educational Services

Barbara Piper has an extensive career in education. She has worked as a General and Special Education Teacher, Methods and Materials Specialist for Special Education, Clinical Supervisor with a university public school partnership, Teacher Trainer, and Behavior Consultant in the public... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 12:30pm MDT
Acoma

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, SPED

10:20am MDT

Selecting High Quality Anchoring Phenomenon

This session helps teachers select phenomena for science learning and assessment tasks. It defines phenomena, design challenges, and disciplinary core ideas, and identifies phenomena related to three-dimensional standards. We will explore how phenomena can launch a series of student-driven questions and how to clarify learning goals by analyzing standards. It also provides resources for designing specific prompts for assessments.

Speakers

Shafiq Chaudhary

Math & Science Bureau Director, NM PED Math and Science Bureau

I am currently the Director of the Math and Science Bureau with the New Mexico Public Education Department.Before joining the NM PED in April 2017, I taught in Gallup, New Mexico as a middle school science and math teacher for seven years. My teaching career started in 2007, after... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 10:20am - 12:30pm MDT
Las Cruces

2 Hour Breakout, Secondary, Science

11:30am MDT

Advocating Transformative Education: Empowering Students to Lead the Future

This topic emphasizes the important role of educators in fostering a dynamic learning environment where students are empowered to become proactive agents of change- lifelong learners by prioritizing student-centered learning, critical thinking, and holistic development, where educators serve as facilitators, guiding students on a journey of self-discovery and intellectual growth. At its core, transformative education is about advocating the potential of every student and equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary to navigate an ever-changing world. It also highlights the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity and celebrating students' progress and achievements. Lastly, advocating transformative education is not just about imparting knowledge; it's about empowering students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and make meaningful contributions to society. By investing in the transformative power of education, we can inspire a new generation of leaders who are poised to shape the future with confidence and vision.

Speakers

Roy Basa

Science and CTE Instructor, Zuni Public School District

2023 and 2024 NSTA Shell Urban Science Educator Development Awardee - USA2023 New Mexico Academy of Science Outstanding Science Teacher- USA2024 New Mexico Teacher of the Year- USA2024 Awardee for Continuous Excellence and Service (ACES) by Metrobank Foundation, Philippines

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Cimmaron

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, PBL, CLR, Leadership

11:30am MDT

Embracing the Challenge: The Power of Productive Struggle in Math

In this dynamic workshop, educators will dive into the concept of productive struggle and discover its transformative impact on mathematical learning. Drawing on the latest neuroscience research and educational theories, participants will explore how embracing challenges and persisting through difficulties can lead to profound understanding and growth in students.

Speakers

Vivian Cullen

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Hall A and B

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Math

11:30am MDT

Game Show Classroom: Ideas to Gamify Your Class

You may be familiar with Kahoot!, Quizizz and Quizlet Live. They’re GREAT formative assessment tools. How can you take them to the next level? And how can you level up your class by gamifying it, incorporating game elements in it? There’s great motivation in that for some students. You’ll leave with concrete ideas and tips to get started!

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Sandia

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, TECH, Games

11:30am MDT

It's all in our heads! Maximizing Neuroplasticity and Growth Mindset in the Secondary Classroom

How can we as educators amplify the power of the mind to maximize outcomes for student learners? How can we utilize this information to transform our own lives, as well? This session provides some answers to these questions. It relies heavily on the science of neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to re-wire, grow, and reorganize) and mindset effects to inform recommendations for classroom implementation. The first half of the presentation focuses on a neuroplasticity super-protocol for education as described by Stanford University’s Dr. Andrew Huberman, complete with tools specific to the classroom. The second half of the presentation goes beyond Dr. Carol Dweck’s work with Growth Mindset into Dr. Alia Crum’s work with maximizing and intentionally using Mindset Effects to increase motivation, risk-taking, and proficiency in the classroom. This session is not only research-based but also offers a variety of practical, relevant, easily-implementable tools

Speakers

Cathy Gamble

Cathy Gamble holds a bachelor's degree in English and an MA in Education. She taught an intensive reading program in Pico Rivera, California, high school ELA, and gifted language arts and literature in Albuquerque. Cathy learned German (at the age of 37!) and went on to get her master’s... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Hall G and H

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, SEL

11:30am MDT

NMPSIA: Employee Wellness and Essential Resources.

In this session, attendees will explore the key to avoiding burnout. We will provide tools for helping employees feel their best so they can perform their best! Attendees will participate in a tour of the NMPSIA website and learn about a few of the great tools available to them.

Speakers

Kaylei Jones

Leslie Martinez

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Sante Fe

1 Hour Breakout, Professional

11:30am MDT

Universal Design for Learning and Capstones

This presentation will cover the new graduation requirements and share information on how Universal Design for Learning supports Capstone projects. We will discuss how UDL offers multiple pathways to learning in the community-capstone. This means providing students with different ways to access and understand the content.

Speakers

Lisa Harmon-Martínez

Director of Learning by Doing, Future Focused Education

Lisa is the Director of Learning by Doing, she has 13 years of experience as a high school educator. During that time, Lisa served in many roles, including as the co-coordinator of the bilingual program and a teacher–leader facilitator. Lisa is passionate about supporting teachers... Read More →

Tim Flores

LEAP Coach, LEAP - Leading Educators through Alternative Pathways

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Hall C and D

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, UDL, PBL

11:30am MDT

Visiting with the Exhibitors

Monday June 3, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Exhibitor Tables

Breakout, Professional Information

12:30pm MDT

Lunch

Lunch is provided as a boxed lunch in the grand ballroom. This allows you to relax with friends and colleagues, run up to your room, or visit with exhibitors.
The following are the planned menu choices:
All Boxed Lunches include an apple, individual bag of Miss Vicki’s Potato Chips, potato salad, a chocolate chip cookie, and a bottle of water.
You will be able to choose between
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Herb Marinated Chicken Breast, Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing, Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Turkey BLT
Turkey Breast, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise, Swiss cheese on a Multi Grain Roll
The Beefeater
Roasted Beef on a French Baguette, Cheddar Cheese, Horseradish Mayonnaise
Balsamic Roasted Portobello
Mozzarella, Frisee, Caramelized Onions, Red Pepper Aioli on Rustic Whole Grain Breads

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 1:20pm MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Lunch

1:20pm MDT

3D Pens in Your Classroom

Discover the fun behind 3D pens! Learn how 3D printers work and create objects using 3D pens. Explore the possibilities of using these technologies in a variety of different activities.

Speakers

Kevin Dilley

STEM Learning Coordinator Explora, Explora!

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Carlsbad

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, STEM

1:20pm MDT

AI vs. Cheating, Plagiarism and Academic Integrity

When AI assistants were first released, among teachers’ first questions was: “What will we do about cheating?” In this session, we’ll take a look at cheating, plagiarism, and academic integrity. We’ll discuss the place that AI should have in classrooms -- and what AI shouldn’t be used for. We’ll also address how to move forward with changes so we get this right

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Sandia

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, AI, Professional

1:20pm MDT

ELD Strategies Show and Discuss

During the session, teachers will learn how to use ELD materials created by their instructor through demonstrations and discussions.

Speakers

Angela Stock

LEAP Coach, CES LEAP

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Las Cruces

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, ELL

1:20pm MDT

Multisensory Grammar for the Elementary Classroom

This session will show how to use color coding to introduce and reinforce the definitions of the parts of speech in a sentence. Activities will be shared to help students in the elementary classroom compose original sentences of varying lengths and complexities.

Speakers

Jessica Powell

LEAP Regional Coach, Cooperative Educational Services

Jessica Powell is an educator with more than 25 years of experience at the elementary, secondary, and graduate levels working in both public and special purpose schools. She is a Certiﬁed Academic Language Therapist and Qualiﬁed Instructor through the Academic Language Therapy... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Pecos

1 Hour Breakout, Elementary, Literacy

1:20pm MDT

Powerful Voices, Powerful Change: Harnessing the Power of Speaking and Listening

Do you struggle with knowing how to incorporate speaking into your class? Do you want to see students find their voices on topics of importance to them? Would you like to see your students empowered to make a change for the better? In this session, you will learn and explore culturally relevant and engaging methods for teaching students the often overlooked (and dreaded) speaking and listening standards. Teachers will walk away with lesson plans, instructional strategies and exemplars for project-based learning in your secondary classroom.

Speakers

Margo Batha

English teacher Los Alamos High School and Coach, California State University Expository Reading and Writing Course, Los Alamos Public Schools

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Hall C and D

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, ELA

1:20pm MDT

Retirement and What You Need to Know

The New Mexico Educational Retirement Board will share information on retirement with an NM ERB employer (which is most all of our LEAP teachers). Information for the entire journey from early career to retirement and beyond will be shared. Please join us to learn more about our defined benefit plan and what that means to you.

Speakers

Renee Garcia

Communications and Outreach Director, NM ERB

Renee Garcia is the Communications Director at New Mexico Educational Retirement Board. She oversees the ERB’s internal and external communications and outreach. She is a consummate professional with experience in full cycle marketing for the private sector and a B.A. in Mass Communications... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Sante Fe

1 Hour Breakout, Professional

1:20pm MDT

Social Emotional Learning and Teacher Leadership

Taking a look at social emotional learning and why it is crucial to teach in our classrooms. Building relationships with students, parents, and community. Calming corners, and strategies to use in your classroom to help students with their social and emotional needs.

Speakers

Gabby Begay

shsgolfer_247@yahoo.com, Silver Consolidated Schools

Gabrielle Begay is a 2021-2022 Teach Plus New Mexico Policy Fellow, 2022-2023 Teach Plus New Mexico Senior Policy Fellow, and has been accepted to the 2023-2024 Alumni Teach Plus New Mexico Policy Fellowship. She served one term on the National Teach Plus Policy Advisory committee... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Acoma

1 Hour Breakout, Elementary, SEL

1:20pm MDT

Teacher's Voice Through TeachPlus Leadership

At the CES LEAP conference, we are excited to welcome new teachers and delve into the crucial topic of teacher leadership. Our presentation aims to underscore the pivotal role of teacher leadership in driving educational innovation and continuous improvement. Through exploring the practices employed by our selected schools and change agents in education, attendees will gain insights into innovative teaching methods, curriculum design, and community engagement strategies. Mini video blurbs from a policy fellow and change agent on their personal/professional growth through involvement in Teach Plus programs and information platforms (website, social media, and monthly newsletters). We believe that teacher leadership empowers educators to take ownership of their professional development and contribute significantly to school success, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Moreover, we emphasize the importance of teachers being informed and involved in education policy decisions. Education policy directly impacts students, communities, and daily classroom duties, making it essential for teachers to advocate for policies that support effective teaching practices and student success. By encouraging new teachers to become active participants in professional learning communities and leadership opportunities, we aim to foster a community of informed and engaged educators committed to driving positive change in education.

Speakers

Aimee Parra

Network Coordinator, Teach Plus NM

Aimee joined Teach Plus in 2021 as the New Mexico Teacher Network Coordinator, developing the Network 2.0 and expanding membership across the state to inform, engage, and activate teacher voice on key issues. She works with new and current network members, including aspiring educators... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Hall A and B

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Professional, Leadership

1:20pm MDT

Thinking Maps: More Than Graphic Organizers

Speakers

Hortencia Pina

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Hall G and H

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Literacy, UDL

1:20pm MDT

Visiting with the Exhibitors

Monday June 3, 2024 1:20pm - 2:20pm MDT
Exhibitor Tables

Breakout, Professional Information

2:30pm MDT

"Re-hashin' Krashen: What Do We Really Need to Learn a Language?"

What do learners really need in order to master a new language? The presenter is a language teacher as well as an adult learner of L2 and L3 who recently spent time in a classroom as a language learner. Dissatisfied with her experience, she delved into the research and anecdotal data surrounding second language acquisition in order to create her own learning plan. This presentation is the result of those experiences. It not only discusses Stephen Krashen's 5 Hypotheses but also includes tips and strategies learned from polyglots, classroom teaching methods, and reflections on her own practice.

Speakers

Cathy Gamble

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Hall G and H

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Literacy, ELL

2:30pm MDT

EfficienTEACH: Teach Better and Save Time for What Matters Most

Teachers are leaving the education field in droves. Really, really good teachers. Maybe you're considering it. How can you do your best work -- and get home at a reasonable hour for the important stuff? The answer: EffiicenTEACHing. This session outlines research-backed, brain-based teaching practices you can use in class tomorrow to save time AND teach better. Most are low-prep or no prep. They'll level up your teaching and get you home faster at night. This session will also connect you with Ditch That Textbook's free, community-driven, comprehensive EfficienTEACH project with a growing database of research-based teaching strategies that save time and level up teaching

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Sandia

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Professional

2:30pm MDT

Elevate NM - Educator Evaluation

This session presents our teacher evaluation system, Elevate NM. We will delve into the intricacies of Elevate NM, including in-depth information on how this system transforms teachers’ evaluations in New Mexico, and guide you through the various aspects of Elevate NM, including its key features, evaluation criteria, and the process of implementing the new system.

Speakers

Birgit Maurer, NMPED Educator Growth & Development Director

New Mexico Public Education Department, Educator Growth & Development

Monica Nuñez

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Sante Fe

1 Hour Breakout, Professional

2:30pm MDT

High-Quality Science Instructional Material Criterion and Guidance for Selection

The New Mexico Science Instructional Materials adoption process commences in the Spring of 2025. What better way to prepare than by delving into our HQIM science criterion and guidance document created by New Mexico science educators. Our one-hour professional learning experience will provide guidance to help identify high-quality science instructional materials, analyze evidence of high-quality science instructional materials that will benefit your student’s academic needs, and inform your next steps to better prepare for the upcoming science adoption cycle.

Speakers

Lisa Sanchez

Science Specialist for the Math and Science Bureau, New Mexico Public Education Department

Lisa SanchezScience Specialist for the Math and Science Bureau 19 years as a Middle School Science EducatorNMPED since December 2022The New Mexico Science textbook adoption will start in the Spring of 2025. What better way to prepare than by delving into our HQIM science textbook... Read More →

High Quality Science Instructional Material Criteria and Guidance for Selection pdf

Four Corners Icebreaker Game Instructions pdf

Note Catcher for High Quality Science Instructional Material Criteria for Guidance pdf

Science Content Criteria and Guidance for Selection pdf

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Cimmaron

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, Science

2:30pm MDT

Introduction to Number Talks

Number Talks are a brief daily mathematical practice where students mentally solve computation problems and talk about their strategies. In this course, participants will learn about this effective instructional practice and how it can provide a dramatic transformation in teaching and learning!

Speakers

Abbie Winter

Regional Facilitator/Coach, CES LEAP

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Hall A and B

1 Hour Breakout, Elementary, Math

2:30pm MDT

Mulitsensory Grammar for the Secondary Classroom

This session will show how to use color coding to reinforce the definitions of the parts of speech in a sentence. Activities will be shared to help students in the secondary classroom compose original sentences of varying lengths and complexities.

Speakers

Jessica Powell

LEAP Regional Coach, Cooperative Educational Services

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Pecos

1 Hour Breakout, Secondary, Literacy

2:30pm MDT

Visiting with the Exhibitors

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Exhibitor Tables

Breakout, Professional Information

2:30pm MDT

Cultivating Self-Regulation in Classroom - An overview and implementation of The Zones of Regulation, book by Leah Kuypers

I will introduce the Zones of Regulation by Leah Kuypers, to participants, pulling from years of my experience, working with teachers, administrators, and school staff, in classrooms and school-wide. I will go through hands-on ways to implement Zones of Regulation and teach/reinforce skills to students from the CASEL 5 SEL areas (self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, social awareness and relationship skills.) I will also include how the Zones of Regulation concepts support teaching, modeling and reinforcing PBIS framework in every classroom.

Speakers

Kristen Mills

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:45pm MDT
Hall I and J

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, SEL

2:30pm MDT

Escape Rooms as a Learning Tool

Go behind the scenes, and learn the science behind making escape rooms. Explore the engineering of puzzles, delve into logic, and put your math skills to the test! Learn strategies for teaching both in-person or virtually.

Speakers

Kevin Dilley

STEM Learning Coordinator Explora, Explora!

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:45pm MDT
Carlsbad

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, STEM, Games

2:30pm MDT

How to Build Academic Vocabulary

Build Academic Vocabulary with Marzano and Pickering's Six Step Process. Teaching specific terms in a specific way is the strongest action a teacher can take to help students have the academic background knowledge they need to understand content they will encounter in school.

Speakers

Tim Flores

LEAP Coach, LEAP - Leading Educators through Alternative Pathways

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:45pm MDT
Hall C and D

2 Hour Breakout, Secondary, Literacy

2:30pm MDT

Instructional Strategies to Support ALL students in Inclusive Settings

Are you a special education teacher in a co-teaching setting ? OR a general education teacher working with students with special needs to learn general education curriculum in your own classroom ? This session will focus on pertinent information about learning and effective instructional strategies to support student success that you can use with ALL your students. Specific examples will be provided as well as an opportunity to experience how to implement these strategies.

Speakers

Barb Piper

TAP Consultant, Cooperative Educational Services

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:45pm MDT
Acoma

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, SPED

2:30pm MDT

Supporting ELs in Mathematics

High-quality instructional materials (HQIM) aligned to standards play an essential role in mathematics teaching and learning. Join us in exploring how mathematics HQIM supports innovations in the classroom and how the characteristics help students and teachers make the shifts called for in the standards, specifically for English Learners.

Speakers

Shafiq Chaudhary

Math & Science Bureau Director, NM PED Math and Science Bureau

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 4:45pm MDT
Las Cruces

2 Hour Breakout, K-12, Math, ELL

3:30pm MDT

Break

Monday June 3, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm MDT
Grand Ballroom

3:45pm MDT

10 Tips to Plan Great Lessons in Digital Classrooms

For years, lesson planning involved a lot of writing down page numbers in textbooks. Photocopying worksheets and choosing workbook pages. Now that our content, instruction, and assessment are more digital, how can we plan great lessons? How can we craft meaningful teaching and learning while making the most of what’s at our disposal? This session will provide practical ideas to help you thrive.

Speakers

Matt Miller

Head Textbook Ditcher, Ditch That Textbook

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Sandia

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, TECH, Professional

3:45pm MDT

Advancement Program Level Micro-Credentials (APL)

This session focuses on the Advanced Program Level micro-credentials for teacher licensure advancement. A brief description of the micro-credentials will be discussed as well as the role of school district and charter schools’ Human Resources and Finance Departments in verifying teacher eligibility for licensure advancement.

Speakers

Birgit Maurer, NMPED Educator Growth & Development Director

New Mexico Public Education Department, Educator Growth & Development

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Sante Fe

1 Hour Breakout, Professional

3:45pm MDT

Bringing Outdoor Education to an Outdoor Classroom Near You: An Introduction

In this presentation, you will be introduced to Outdoor Education. You will learn how to incorporate outdoor education into your classroom or outdoor environment. We will start with a brief history of outdoor education in New Mexico, followed by best practices and tools for implementing outdoor education. Lastly, we will provide access to the PED's Canvas Course for those who are new to Outdoor Education.

Speakers

Therese Baca-Radler

Therese Baca-Radler was born and raised in New Mexico. She is an avid outdoors person, leader, and scholar. She attended the University of New Mexico where she earned a dual BS in General Education and Special Education, an MA in Bilingual Education with an emphasis in TESOL, and... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Cimmaron

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Outdoor Education

3:45pm MDT

Interactive Note-Taking Strategies Grades 3-5

Join this session to learn how to build an interactive folder around informational text for grades 3-5.

Speakers

Kelly Bowles

Instructional Coach, CES/LEAP

Kelly Bowles is a wife, mother of four, teacher, instructional coach, and educational consultant. In her free time, Kelly enjoys dancing, hiking, reading, and spending time with her family. She was raised in Roswell, New Mexico, and earned her BA in Elementary Education from ENMU-Portales.Kelly... Read More →

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Hall G and H

1 Hour Breakout, Elementary Intermediate, Literacy

3:45pm MDT

Literacy Based Make and Take Activities

In this session we will be creating literacy-based, multisensory activities for the elementary / middle school classrooms.

Speakers

Jessica Powell

LEAP Regional Coach, Cooperative Educational Services

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Pecos

1 Hour Breakout, K-12, Literacy

3:45pm MDT

Morning Meeting

Have you wondered what Morning Meetings would look like in your classroom? In this session you will not only learn how to implement, plan, and experience an actual morning meeting, but you will also walk away with resources to maintain this community building routine throughout the entire school year.

Speakers

Abbie Winter

Regional Facilitator/Coach, CES LEAP

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Hall A and B

1 Hour Breakout, Elementary, SEL, CLR

3:45pm MDT

Visiting with the Exhibitors

Monday June 3, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm MDT
Exhibitor Tables

Breakout, Professional Information

4:45pm MDT

Check out with Coach

Monday June 3, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Meeting

8:00am MDT

Morning Meeting

Morning Meeting and Breakfast
Acknowledgements and Announcements

Menu is as follows:
Make Your Own Breakfast Burrito BUFFET Orange, Grapefruit, Tomato, & Apple Juice Market Style Seasonal Fruit and Berries, Oatmeal, Cage Free Scrambled Eggs with Peppers and Onions (served on side), Refried Beans, Tortillas, Salsa, Cheese Turkey Sausage Links, Applewood Bacon, and Breakfast Potatoes, Freshly Baked Danish, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaf, Teas. *disclaimer -- there may be circumstances which require changes or substitutions.

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:00am - 9:30am MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Meeting

9:30am MDT

Break

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:30am - 9:45am MDT
Hallway

Whole Group, Break

12:40pm MDT

C5 LEAP Picture

Tuesday June 4, 2024 12:40pm - 1:00pm MDT
TBD

Whole Group, Picture

1:00pm MDT

Closing Social

Tuesday June 4, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Grand Ballroom

Whole Group, Social