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WSISD August Academy 2026
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Wednesday, May 27
 

8:30am CDT

Hi! I'm New Here! (BHS) MANDATORY for all new to BHS teachers
Wednesday May 27, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
New to our school? Join this session to learn what makes our campus unique, get helpful tips for navigating our school culture, and connect with veteran staff members. Bring any questions you may have about what it means to join our BHS campus.

Those new to the district must attend.
Speakers
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Kelly Boon

BHS Teacher
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Meghan Brooks

BHS Teacher
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Josh Haupert

BHS Teacher
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Nattalee Ingram

BHS Teacher, White Settlement ISD
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Kellyn Neunlist

BHS Teacher
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Brande Powell

BHS Teacher
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Emily Sharp

BHS Teacher, Brewer High School
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Lauren Wallis

Secondary Instructional Coach, WSISD
Lauren Wallis is a secondary instructional coach with a background in science education. Passionate about supporting new teachers, Lauren is dedicated to helping educators grow and succeed in creating engaging student-centered classrooms. With experience in mentoring and professional... Read More →
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Tyler Weaver

BHS Teacher
Wednesday May 27, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
B214

9:30am CDT

Let's Talk Journals in ALL Subjects!
Wednesday May 27, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
These aren't just notebooks - they're student-made treasure chests full of learning gold - including Thinking Maps, anchor charts, vocabulary, and MORE! -All organized in one place to help students shine! In this session, teachers will learn how to use journals in effective ways to help students stay engaged, think critically, and take ownership of their learning.
Speakers
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Flor Urbina

BHS Teacher
CW

Christina Williams

Secondary Instructional Coach
Wednesday May 27, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
B214

10:30am CDT

Let's Talk Journals in ALL Subjects!
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
These aren't just notebooks - they're student-made treasure chests full of learning gold - including Thinking Maps, anchor charts, vocabulary, and MORE! -All organized in one place to help students shine! In this session, teachers will learn how to use journals in effective ways to help students stay engaged, think critically, and take ownership of their learning.
Speakers
avatar for Flor Urbina

Flor Urbina

BHS Teacher
CW

Christina Williams

Secondary Instructional Coach
Wednesday May 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
B214

1:00pm CDT

"Write a Little, A Lot: Building Daily Writing Habits in Secondary Classrooms"
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Looking to increase student writing without overwhelming your lesson plans? This session explores practical strategies for embedding short, purposeful writing tasks into your daily instruction. Discover how consistent, low-stakes writing can build student confidence, deepen content understanding, and improve overall writing stamina. Whether it’s bell ringers, reflections, quick writes, or creative responses—learn how “a little” writing each day adds up to big gains in your secondary classroom.
Speakers
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Denise Benton

Secondary Instructional Coach
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Erin Sierra

Secondary Instructional Coach, Brewer Middle School
Wednesday May 27, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
B214

2:00pm CDT

"Write a Little, A Lot: Building Daily Writing Habits in Secondary Classrooms"
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Looking to increase student writing without overwhelming your lesson plans? This session explores practical strategies for embedding short, purposeful writing tasks into your daily instruction. Discover how consistent, low-stakes writing can build student confidence, deepen content understanding, and improve overall writing stamina. Whether it’s bell ringers, reflections, quick writes, or creative responses—learn how “a little” writing each day adds up to big gains in your secondary classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Denise Benton

Denise Benton

Secondary Instructional Coach
avatar for Erin Sierra

Erin Sierra

Secondary Instructional Coach, Brewer Middle School
Wednesday May 27, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
B214

3:00pm CDT

Pre-AP: What's New and What's Next
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Mandatory for all teachers who teach Pre-AP.
Speakers
avatar for Denise Benton

Denise Benton

Secondary Instructional Coach
avatar for Lauren Wallis

Lauren Wallis

Secondary Instructional Coach, WSISD
Lauren Wallis is a secondary instructional coach with a background in science education. Passionate about supporting new teachers, Lauren is dedicated to helping educators grow and succeed in creating engaging student-centered classrooms. With experience in mentoring and professional... Read More →
Wednesday May 27, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
B214
 
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