| New workshop for 2025
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| Special Topics:
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism
Social Emotional Learning
Student Engagement
Teacher Preparation
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(HS) (SE)
| Intended Audience:
Any/All Future TeachersPreschool/Early Childhood Elementary Intermediate
High School Special Education |
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Note: Information is subject to change.
An Educator’s Guide to Orange County: Community Curricular PartnershipsPresented by: Ms. Stacy Yung, UC IrvineSession 2 Room: I-107
One of the contributors to educatorsguidetooc.org will discuss how collaborative curriculum-building between K-12 educators, research scholars, and locally-grounded nonprofit groups empowers students with ethnic studies across the curriculum. (A)
Ethnic Studies from A to Z: Responsive Teaching in Elementary SchoolsPresented by: Dr. Caro Valdez, Cal State FullertonSession 2 Room: Cancelled
Would you like your students to better understand themselves, their emotions, their needs, and their personal options? Would you like your classroom to be a safe haven for students to investigate and develop their own mindful practices? Come experience routines, activities, and methodologies that enable your students to enhance their awareness, balance, focus, and peace of mind on a consistent basis. Mindful breathing practices and techniques to enhance well–being will be included for both your students and yourself. (A)
Empowered to Lead: CTA and the Voice of Aspiring Educators Presented by: Gabriel Mendoza Jr. & DeWayne Sheaffer, California Teachers Association Session 1 Room: I-107
Discover how the California Teachers Association (CTA) champions public education and educator rights, and explore how aspiring educators are shaping the future of the movement. Learn how your voice, organizing, and participation can influence meaningful change in classrooms, communities, and beyond. (A)
Engaging Every Learner: Practical Ideas to Boost Participation and Joy in the Classroom Presented by: Alondra Diaz, Andrea Rios & Cynthia Micka, Sycamore Magnet Academy & SVUSD Session 1 Room: I-101
Through hands-on
examples, led by current teachers, participants will experience strategies that
can be applied across grade levels and content areas. Attendees will leave with
ready-to-use ideas on building classroom community and collaboration to help create
learning experiences where every student is actively involved. (E)
From
Classroom Voice to Campus Change: Building Your Leadership and Advocacy Pathway Presented by: Leslie Chavez, Buena Park School DistrictSession 2 Room: I-201
Teachers are
powerful advocates. This workshop helps you explore teacher leadership, from
mentoring and curriculum innovation to equity work and advocacy. Identify your
strengths, learn to advocate for students and colleagues, and see your
classroom as the start of broader change. (A)
Session 1 Room: I-102
Want to build a classroom where all students feel seen and supported? This workshop offers practical strategies for creating inclusive spaces for neurodivergent and queer learners through classroom management, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and bias reduction. Whether you're new to equity or experienced, this space is for you. (A)
Session 3 Room: JSC-219
Getting your foot in the door can be a big challenge! Learn how to make your application stand out, as well as how to nail your interview using tips and tricks that will give you the advantage. Learn directly from a panel of school principals on how you can prepare to apply for a successful career and the teaching position of your dreams! (A)
Session 3 Room: I-101
Learn the basic steps to become a teacher in California and the best pathway to follow in your journey that will empower you as a future teacher. (A)
Session 3 Room: Cancelled
Students take on the characteristics of the teacher they are with each day! Who are you teaching your students to be? Through a high-energy, interactive method, you will be exposed to multiple positive classroom management strategies and discipline techniques. As we surround our students with positive, consistent practices, they begin to feel safe to take risks, make mistakes, learn, and grow. Come learn to effectively and consistently balance consequences with care within your classrooms and schools. Time management challenges will be addressed along with community-building ideas and teaching techniques that can be implemented throughout the school year. (A)
Session 1 Room: I-104
This workshop will
cover the background and laws that have led to the implementation of Positive,
Behavior, Interventions, and Supports that helps ensure teachers and students
are fostering relationships to succeed academically and socially. (A)
Session 3 Room: I-102
Learn about ways to
integrate outdoor learning into science and language arts. Outdoor learning
provides an authentic context with real-world connections that provides a
natural learning environment to connect students with their surroundings. (A)
Session 2 Room: JSC-219
Listen as new and veteran teachers share their classroom joys and challenges. Discover the things they wish they had known before their first day of teaching. Participants will gain insight into the classroom and receive helpful information about the responsibilities and unexpected realities of teaching today. (A)
Session 1 Room: V-150
Desire to work with young children in early childhood education (ages 0-8)? This workshop will cover the many pathways in the field of early childhood education.
