Every wiggle, fidget, or zoning-out moment in the classroom can be a clue to something deeper—sensory needs. In this dynamic, hands-on session led by an Occupational Therapist and an Adaptive Physical Education (APE) teacher, participants will gain a foundational understanding of how sensory processing affects behavior, attention, and learning. Learn how to identify common sensory needs, distinguish between sensory-seeking and sensory-avoidant behaviors, and implement practical, movement-based strategies to support regulation in inclusive classrooms. You’ll leave with easy-to-use tools, real-life examples, and a deeper appreciation for how sensory-aware teaching creates calm, focused, and successful learners.
In this engaging session, educators will explore the vital role social skills play in fostering a positive and productive classroom environment. **"The Power of Connection: Enhancing Social Skills in the Classroom"** will provide practical strategies for integrating social skills into daily classroom activities to help students build stronger relationships, improve communication, and resolve conflicts effectively.
Attendees will learn how to **model social skills** for students in authentic, meaningful ways—demonstrating empathy, active listening, respect, and teamwork through real-life interactions. By observing teachers' positive behaviors, students will be encouraged to replicate and internalize these essential life skills.
The session will also include a variety of **social skills lesson ideas** that can be easily adapted for different grade levels. These lessons will cover a range of topics, from greeting peers and initiating conversations to handling disagreements and practicing empathy.
Additionally, participants will engage in **role-playing opportunities** designed to give students hands-on practice in navigating various social situations. These interactive exercises will empower educators with the tools to help students build confidence, communicate more effectively, and collaborate with others in both academic and social settings.
Join us to discover how to create a classroom where connection and collaboration thrive, and where social skills become a natural part of students' learning and personal development.
This session equips 5th–8th grade teachers with practical strategies to help all students—including multilingual learners—access and engage with grade-level complex texts. Participants will explore approaches such as fluency-building, text engineering, background knowledge activation, and the use of layered texts and text sets to support comprehension without compromising rigor.
We will show teachers how to refresh their A3K implementation in grades 2+, simple steps for student success, and how to integrate and support social studies/science instruction using A3K.
Curious about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how it can transform teaching and learning? This session provides a practical and engaging overview of UDL—what it is, why it matters, and how it benefits all learners. We’ll explore the core principles of UDL, discuss its impact on accessibility and student engagement, and share real-world examples of how educators are using UDL strategies to support diverse learning needs. Whether you're new to UDL or looking to refresh your understanding, this session will leave you with actionable ideas to create more inclusive, flexible learning environments.
Inclusion is not just a goal; it’s a legal and moral imperative. In this informative and inspiring session, participants will explore the legal foundations of inclusion, including key laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which ensure equitable access for all students. We’ll take a closer look at our district's journey toward fostering inclusive environments, sharing successes, challenges, and the vision for the future.
Beyond the law and policy, we will dive into why inclusion is so vital for the success and well-being of every learner. You’ll discover how inclusive practices promote social-emotional growth, academic achievement, and community-building. Through real-life examples, we’ll showcase how inclusion works in action—from collaborative teaching strategies to innovative accommodations and supports.
This session is for educators, staff, and community members who want to deepen their understanding of inclusion and its transformative impact on our students, classrooms, and school culture.
In this interactive professional development session, educators will explore effective, compassionate, and proactive strategies to manage some of the most disruptive classroom behaviors: eloping, non-compliance, defiance, and classroom destruction. We’ll shift the lens from punishment to support, uncovering the underlying causes of these behaviors and building a toolbox of interventions grounded in trauma-informed care, behavioral science, and relationship-building. Educators will leave with real-world techniques, de-escalation strategies, and classroom systems that promote safety, structure, and connection — even in the toughest moments.
In this eye-opening training, K-12 educators will learn how trauma affects students’ brains and behaviors, and what can be done about it. Multiple easy-to-implement techniques for fostering resilient relationships, reducing emotional triggers, redirecting off-task behavior, and teaching self-regulation will be presented and practiced. Every participant will walk away personally rejuvenated and professionally inspired to meet the needs of their most fragile students. What You Will Learn
How trauma and toxic stress negatively impact learning
How to forge and maintain resilient relationships
How to use non-verbal discipline structures to reduce trauma triggers and increase cooperation
If you'd like to enjoy a boxedlunch(turkey sandwich, chips, cookie, and water), be sure to select the lunch option and pay through this MySchoolBucks link or use the OR Code below ($6 fee applies).
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT Lakeside Middle School11833 Woodside Ave Lakeside, CA 92040
Session is designed for TK teachers. We would like to invite new and returning teachers to come together and go over the TK Calendar and make sure the we are in alignment for our year of academics.
Are you looking for behavior management strategies that go deeper than rewards and stickers? This session explores proactive, relationship-centered approaches to managing behavior that foster long-term growth and classroom community. We'll examine why traditional systems like star charts may fall short and introduce evidence-based alternatives rooted in consistency, connection, and student ownership. Through practical examples and reflective activities, participants will learn how to shift from compliance-based models to strategies that build trust, teach self-regulation, and promote a positive classroom climate for all learners.
Curious about Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how it can transform teaching and learning? This session provides a practical and engaging overview of UDL—what it is, why it matters, and how it benefits all learners. We’ll explore the core principles of UDL, discuss its impact on accessibility and student engagement, and share real-world examples of how educators are using UDL strategies to support diverse learning needs. Whether you're new to UDL or looking to refresh your understanding, this session will leave you with actionable ideas to create more inclusive, flexible learning environments.
This session will provide space to create art in a low-pressure environment, hopefully lowering stress levels and leading to a sense of peacefulness. The activity presented can be used with students of any age in the classroom.
Making abstract art allows the artist to release control, surrender to imperfection and let go of expectation. Being creative enhances brain function by improving problem-solving skills, emotional regulation and can boost memory. Studies show that creating art activates the brain's reward pathway, leading to feelings of pleasure and well-being.
Daynah Robledo holds a Master’s Degree in special education with a concentration in gifted and talented education from Arizona State University. She currently teaches visual art at Lakeside Middle School, an Arts and Science magnet. Daynah enjoys supporting the visual and performing... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm PDT Lakeside Middle School11833 Woodside Ave Lakeside, CA 92040
mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition is a comprehensive literacy assessment system designed to evaluate students' reading skills from kindergarten through 6th grade. It's an all-in-one system for universal screening, dyslexia screening, progress monitoring, and informing instruction based on the Science of Reading. The system utilizes various measures, including phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, and word reading, to assess different aspects of reading proficiency
Thursday August 14, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm PDT Lakeside Middle School11833 Woodside Ave Lakeside, CA 92040
This lively, interactive training will give K-12 educators dozens of practical strategies they can use tomorrow to better manage student behavior and learning, including how to turn confrontation into cooperation. Both prevention and intervention techniques are shared and modeled. Every participant will walk away with the tools they need to create the learning environment they’ve always wanted. What You Will Learn
How to see the best in your toughest students
How to teach and reinforce procedures in ways that maximize focus
How to use consequences to teach personal responsibility
How to de-escalate volatile situations with oppositional students
This presentation addresses critical aspects of implementing effective behavioral and social-emotional interventions in educational settings. Drawing from evidence-based practices, it explores systematic implementation strategies, techniques for promoting skill generalization across settings, specialized approaches for diverse populations, data-driven decision-making processes, and specific intervention resources. The content bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, providing school psychologists, counselors, and educators with actionable frameworks to support students' social-emotional development and behavioral needs. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge of intervention selection, implementation, monitoring, and adaptation to meet the unique needs of all students.
In our session, "Creating Equitable Practices Through UDL and AI", attendees will define, review and apply The Universal Design for Learning Guidelines through hands-on activities. Participants will be shown actionable strategies and resources (AI tools) for creating and implementing their own UDL lessons to support diverse learners in an inclusive educational setting.
This session provides a practical refresher on the SST process, guiding educators through each step using the appropriate forms and tools in BeyondSST. Participants will review procedures, clarify roles, and explore how to align documentation with effective, student-centered support practices—all aimed at moving from initial concern to meaningful action. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive clarification on the SST process and the use of related forms within BeyondSST.
Step into a hands-on learning lab designed to deepen your understanding of small group instruction using Achieve3000. In this interactive professional development session, educators will rotate through engaging stations that model differentiated instruction, collaborative literacy strategies, and data-informed decision-making. Experience Achieve3000 from the student perspective while exploring how to maximize its features to support reading comprehension, academic vocabulary, and equitable access to complex texts. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas and tools to elevate your instruction and empower every learner.
