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WSISD August Academy 2026
Audience: Grades 1-12 clear filter
Wednesday, May 27
 

8:30am CDT

MagicSchool AI
Wednesday May 27, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
MagicSchool provides a wide range of tools that support teachers’ day-to-day work. With over 60+ individual tools, MagicSchool allows teachers to easily find resources tailored to their specific needs. In this training session, we will focus on Academic Content, 5E Model Lessons, DOK questions, Choice Boards, the Rubric Generator, and more.

Create an account before training: https://app.magicschool.ai/
Speakers
avatar for Erin Machajewski

Erin Machajewski

EdTech Coach, Instructional Technology Specialist
Wednesday May 27, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
B224

9:30am CDT

TIA Information - MANDATORY for ALL teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Serving Texas Districts & Teachers: All teachers MUST attend one TIA session. 
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.

Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ and may use TIA funds to incentivize effective teachers to remain in the classroom and prioritize high-needs campuses.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Estes

Emily Estes

504 Coordinator & TIA Lead, White Settlement ISD
Emily has taught for 10 years in 2nd, 4th, and 7th Grades at Blue Haze Elementary and Brewer Middle School.  She was also an administrator for 10 years at Brewer Middle School, Blue Haze Elementary, and the Rise Alternative Campus.  Emily is currently the 504 Coordinator and TIA... Read More →
avatar for Karen Gonzales

Karen Gonzales

Federal Programs Director, White Settlement ISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Auditorium
  All

10:30am CDT

TIA Information - MANDATORY for ALL teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Serving Texas Districts & Teachers: All teachers MUST attend one TIA session. 
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.

Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ and may use TIA funds to incentivize effective teachers to remain in the classroom and prioritize high-needs campuses.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Estes

Emily Estes

504 Coordinator & TIA Lead, White Settlement ISD
Emily has taught for 10 years in 2nd, 4th, and 7th Grades at Blue Haze Elementary and Brewer Middle School.  She was also an administrator for 10 years at Brewer Middle School, Blue Haze Elementary, and the Rise Alternative Campus.  Emily is currently the 504 Coordinator and TIA... Read More →
avatar for Karen Gonzales

Karen Gonzales

Federal Programs Director, White Settlement ISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Auditorium
  All

10:30am CDT

SMART Board Basics and Tools
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Discover how to use your SMART board to create engaging lessons with the SMART iQ Teacher Guide. You'll explore key features and practice hands-on to boost student interaction. Perfect for beginners or a quick refresh—bring your device!
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Arreguin

Sarah Arreguin

EdTech Coach
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
B224

1:00pm CDT

TIA Information - MANDATORY for ALL teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Serving Texas Districts & Teachers: All teachers MUST attend one TIA session. 
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.

Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ and may use TIA funds to incentivize effective teachers to remain in the classroom and prioritize high-needs campuses.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Estes

Emily Estes

504 Coordinator & TIA Lead, White Settlement ISD
Emily has taught for 10 years in 2nd, 4th, and 7th Grades at Blue Haze Elementary and Brewer Middle School.  She was also an administrator for 10 years at Brewer Middle School, Blue Haze Elementary, and the Rise Alternative Campus.  Emily is currently the 504 Coordinator and TIA... Read More →
avatar for Karen Gonzales

Karen Gonzales

Federal Programs Director, White Settlement ISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Auditorium
  All

1:00pm CDT

SMART Board Basics and Tools
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Discover how to use your SMART board to create engaging lessons with the SMART iQ Teacher Guide. You'll explore key features and practice hands-on to boost student interaction. Perfect for beginners or a quick refresh—bring your device!
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Arreguin

Sarah Arreguin

EdTech Coach
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
B224

2:00pm CDT

TIA Information - MANDATORY for ALL teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Serving Texas Districts & Teachers: All teachers MUST attend one TIA session. 
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.

Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ and may use TIA funds to incentivize effective teachers to remain in the classroom and prioritize high-needs campuses.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Estes

Emily Estes

504 Coordinator & TIA Lead, White Settlement ISD
Emily has taught for 10 years in 2nd, 4th, and 7th Grades at Blue Haze Elementary and Brewer Middle School.  She was also an administrator for 10 years at Brewer Middle School, Blue Haze Elementary, and the Rise Alternative Campus.  Emily is currently the 504 Coordinator and TIA... Read More →
avatar for Karen Gonzales

Karen Gonzales

Federal Programs Director, White Settlement ISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Auditorium
  All

2:00pm CDT

Canvas 101 - New Teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
New to Canvas? This session is designed just for you! Learn how to create and manage assignments, from simple online submissions to using tools like Google Docs, Kami, and PlayPosit. We’ll walk through each step to help you feel confident getting started with Canvas in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Lacey Brewer

Lacey Brewer

EdTech Coach, WSISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
B224

3:00pm CDT

TIA Information - MANDATORY for ALL teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Serving Texas Districts & Teachers: All teachers MUST attend one TIA session. 
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.

Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ and may use TIA funds to incentivize effective teachers to remain in the classroom and prioritize high-needs campuses.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Estes

Emily Estes

504 Coordinator & TIA Lead, White Settlement ISD
Emily has taught for 10 years in 2nd, 4th, and 7th Grades at Blue Haze Elementary and Brewer Middle School.  She was also an administrator for 10 years at Brewer Middle School, Blue Haze Elementary, and the Rise Alternative Campus.  Emily is currently the 504 Coordinator and TIA... Read More →
avatar for Karen Gonzales

Karen Gonzales

Federal Programs Director, White Settlement ISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Auditorium
  All

3:00pm CDT

Canvas 101 - New Teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
New to Canvas? This session is designed just for you! Learn how to create and manage assignments, from simple online submissions to using tools like Google Docs, Kami, and PlayPosit. We’ll walk through each step to help you feel confident getting started with Canvas in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Lacey Brewer

Lacey Brewer

EdTech Coach, WSISD
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
B224
 
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