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Turn the TEA Rubric of Effective Practices into your new favorite toolkit! Join us for a high-energy session designed to transform technical standards into everyday classroom wins. We’re stripping away the jargon to focus on what matters most: simple environment tweaks, stress-free engagement, and a hands-on 'Make-&-Take' sensory bottle workshop. Whether you teach General Ed, Special Ed, or a mix of both, you’ll leave with a fresh lens for your space and a tool your students will love!
Crista Mitchel is an Educational Consultant for Special Populations at Region 18 Education Service Center. Prior to joining Region 18, Crista served as a case manager for Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) and spent ten years in Ector County ISD, where she worked as a special education... Read More →
Wednesday July 8, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm CDT Room 345/346
Turn the TEA Rubric of Effective Practices into your new favorite toolkit! Join us for a high-energy session designed to transform technical standards into everyday classroom wins. We’re stripping away the jargon to focus on what matters most: simple environment tweaks, stress-free engagement, and a hands-on 'Make-&-Take' sensory bottle workshop. Whether you teach General Ed, Special Ed, or a mix of both, you’ll leave with a fresh lens for your space and a tool your students will love!
Crista Mitchel is an Educational Consultant for Special Populations at Region 18 Education Service Center. Prior to joining Region 18, Crista served as a case manager for Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) and spent ten years in Ector County ISD, where she worked as a special education... Read More →
Wednesday July 8, 2026 3:15pm - 4:30pm CDT Room 345/346
When behavior becomes challenging, we often find ourselves asking, “Why?” Behaviors are what we see on the outside to alert us that something is happening inside. Gaining insight into what motivates each person is the key to developing meaningful relationships that help us decode behavior and create positive, impactful learning environments.
In this session, participants will explore methods of using the Enneagram personality model as a tool for self-awareness, connection, and interpersonal growth. By recognizing individual dynamics, participants will develop strategies to respond to challenging behaviors, improve communication, strengthen connections, and create a more supportive and connected classroom community.
Please note: You will need a device for an activity in this session!
When behavior becomes challenging, we often find ourselves asking, “Why?” Behaviors are what we see on the outside to alert us that something is happening inside. Gaining insight into what motivates each person is the key to developing meaningful relationships that help us decode behavior and create positive, impactful learning environments.
In this session, participants will explore methods of using the Enneagram personality model as a tool for self-awareness, connection, and interpersonal growth. By recognizing individual dynamics, participants will develop strategies to respond to challenging behaviors, improve communication, strengthen connections, and create a more supportive and connected classroom community.
Please note: You will need a device for an activity in this session!
Early learners thrive when instruction is clear, visual, engaging, and individualized— but creating those materials can feel overwhelming and time-consuming! In this session, educators will explore how digital tools (like Canva, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, and Gemini) can simplify the process of designing visuals, presentations, and learning supports for early learners. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, special educator, or paraprofessional, you’ll gain confidence and leave with inspiration to create resources that support accessibility and student success.
Early learners thrive when instruction is clear, visual, engaging, and individualized— but creating those materials can feel overwhelming and time-consuming! In this session, educators will explore how digital tools (like Canva, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, and Gemini) can simplify the process of designing visuals, presentations, and learning supports for early learners. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, special educator, or paraprofessional, you’ll gain confidence and leave with inspiration to create resources that support accessibility and student success.
