In Canyons School District, we believe that all stakeholders benefit from purposeful technology integration within the learning process, focusing on student achievement. Educational technology will be used to empower teachers, students, and other stakeholders to gain the knowledge and skills needed to adapt, create, consume, and connect responsibly and ethically with the broader world in preparation for meaningful life opportunities.
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Discover how to create engaging, consistent school or classroom newsletters using built-in templates in ParentSquare. This hands-on session will walk you through selecting and customizing templates, sharing updates with families, and using best practices to streamline communication. Perfect for educators and school leaders looking to save time while keeping families informed and connected.
Start your engines! This presentation explores how the Road to Success program, developed by Success in Education, serves as a vehicle for classroom teachers to cultivate a lifelong passion for reading among their elementary students and their families. Early literacy is the ignition key to academic achievement. Recognizing this, the Road to Success program was established to enhance literacy skills in K–6 students, by providing educators and students with tools that incentivize daily reading practice. The Road to Success program's impact in Canyons is evident. In the 2024-25 school year, Canyons View Elementary School students and their classes logged over a million minutes of reading winning the program’s Winter Reading Challenge. Learn more about how integrating reading incentives into daily schedules can help students better prepare for future academic and career achievement, truly traveling the road to success. Join us as we delve into how you can use the Road to Success program to steer young minds toward a brighter, more literate future.
District Library Media Specialist, Canyons School District
Gretchen Zaitzeff is the District Library Media Specialist for Canyons School District in Sandy, Utah, and the President of the Utah School Library Association (USLA). She is deeply committed to professional learning, instructional leadership, and literacy, actively supporting library... Read More →
In this session, we will discuss how implementing restorative practices can strengthen school culture and improve student behavior. This session will explore practical strategies for fostering relationships, repairing harm, and creating a sense of belonging among students and staff. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and a clearer understanding of how restorative practices can support a positive and inclusive school environment.
What does it take to be an effective leader in education? In this engaging panel discussion, a group of exceptional administrators will share their journeys, practical strategies, and key lessons learned about successful teacher leadership. Whether you’re considering a future in school administration or simply want to strengthen your leadership within PLCs, parent interactions, or your school community, this session is for you. Expect actionable advice on communication, relationship-building, and working effectively with others—all designed to help you lead with confidence, no matter your role.
Ready to build a culture that inspires and empowers? This session draws on key insights from Jimmy Casas' book Recalibrate to help you create a positive, values-driven environment in your classroom and school. We’ll explore practical strategies around leading from a strong core of personal values, cultivating leadership at every level, viewing school culture through the eyes of others, and pushing beyond "good enough" to achieve greatness. Whether you're a classroom teacher or school leader, you'll leave with actionable tips and renewed energy to elevate your school culture and inspire those around you.
Unlock the power of Business Chemistry to improve your communication, collaboration, and overall success with those around you—whether it's teammates, administrators, parents, or PLCs. In this interactive session, we’ll dive into the four distinct Business Chemistry types, explore what each type needs to feel supported, and discuss how to flex your approach for more effective relationships. You’ll leave with practical strategies to better navigate team dynamics, engage with parents, and foster stronger partnerships with school leadership. Get ready to learn, reflect, and connect in a way that brings out the best in everyone.
Ready to build a culture that inspires and empowers? This session draws on key insights from Jimmy Casas' book Recalibrate to help you create a positive, values-driven environment in your classroom and school. We’ll explore practical strategies around leading from a strong core of personal values, cultivating leadership at every level, viewing school culture through the eyes of others, and pushing beyond "good enough" to achieve greatness. Whether you're a classroom teacher or school leader, you'll leave with actionable tips and renewed energy to elevate your school culture and inspire those around you.
We will explore several Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) applications on iPads (TouchChat, LAMP, CoughDrop, Avaz) through interactive activities that highlight the need for robust vocabulary.
Michaela Ball is a CCC-SLP who works with students in the Canyons School District in Sandy, UT and serves on the district’s assistive technology team.She began her journey working in film as a production sound recordist and now uses her filmmaking skills in conjunction with providing... Read More →
In this training, attendees will learn how recess systems can positively impact student behavior, foster engagement, and create a safer, more enjoyable play environment for all students. We’ll explore strategies for supporting recess aides through effective meetings, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving. Walk away with practical tools to enhance recess staff support, promote positive interactions, and ensure recess is a time for students to thrive together.
Unlock the power of Business Chemistry to improve your communication, collaboration, and overall success with those around you—whether it's teammates, administrators, parents, or PLCs. In this interactive session, we’ll dive into the four distinct Business Chemistry types, explore what each type needs to feel supported, and discuss how to flex your approach for more effective relationships. You’ll leave with practical strategies to better navigate team dynamics, engage with parents, and foster stronger partnerships with school leadership. Get ready to learn, reflect, and connect in a way that brings out the best in everyone.
In this session we will dive into improv-based team-building games that any teacher (or admin) could use with their classes to provide a safe space for students to express themselves, engage without fear of failure, and build stronger interpersonal connections. Improv is a proven technique to teach listening skills and build a positive classroom community. We will teach you a few different improv games that are easy to use in any classroom as a brain break, morning meeting/starter routine, community building/ice breaker activity, or PBIS reward.
In this training, attendees will learn how recess systems can positively impact student behavior, foster engagement, and create a safer, more enjoyable play environment for all students. We’ll explore strategies for supporting recess aides through effective meetings, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving. Walk away with practical tools to enhance recess staff support, promote positive interactions, and ensure recess is a time for students to thrive together.
Already using ParentSquare but ready to do more with it? This session goes beyond announcements and messages to explore powerful tools like digital forms and permission slips for quick feedback, RSVP tracking for event planning, and Group creation for targeted communication. Learn how these lesser-known features can save you time, increase engagement, and make your communication with families more effective and efficient.
Gain new insights into your current challenges! Discover what’s working well and where continued focus is needed. Which grade-level teams are excelling? Which student groups have made progress over the last three years? How does your school compare to others in the district? What is your strongest content area? Let’s explore these questions together—bring your laptop and let’s dig deep!
Already using ParentSquare but ready to do more with it? This session goes beyond announcements and messages to explore powerful tools like digital forms and permission slips for quick feedback, RSVP tracking for event planning, and Group creation for targeted communication. Learn how these lesser-known features can save you time, increase engagement, and make your communication with families more effective and efficient.
In this session we will dive into improv-based team-building games that any teacher (or admin) could use with their classes to provide a safe space for students to express themselves, engage without fear of failure, and build stronger interpersonal connections. Improv is a proven technique to teach listening skills and build a positive classroom community. We will teach you a few different improv games that are easy to use in any classroom as a brain break, morning meeting/starter routine, community building/ice breaker activity, or PBIS reward.
Join us to explore how emotional intelligence can support your teaching and teaming. This session will help you to develop awareness on how you respond in social situations. We will cover Elena Aguilar's four components of emotional intelligence.
