D5TOGETHER

Registration will open in mid-late July. Schedules are subject to change.

You will be able to validate your attendance (Check-In to sessions) using your personal schedule.

10:00am EDT

A Deeper Dive into Panorama Intervention Plans

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will explore how to create and update intervention plans for interventionists and classroom teachers to support the MTSS process. Participants will practice entering data into the platform and learning how to make decisions based on the data entered into Panorama.

Speakers

Katie Williams

Literacy Coach, Duncan Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
3218

Content-Specific Sessions, Panorama

Session Focus Differentiation & Student Support
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject English Language Arts, Mathematics
Role Interventionists, Literacy Coaches, Math Coaches, Teachers

10:00am EDT

Bridging Into Musical Middle School

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Orchestra Room (2424)

Limited Capacity seats available

Elementary music teachers will discuss ways to collaborate with their middle school programs, ensuring students are prepared to access music classes at the next level. They will discuss strategies and activities to bridge the gap from elementary to middle school.

Speakers

Suzanne Hughes

Music Teacher, River Ridge Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Orchestra Room (2424)

Content-Specific Sessions, Music

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

10:00am EDT

District 5 Bands into the Future!

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Band Room (2501)

Limited Capacity seats available

Collaborative learning and vision casting PD.

Speakers

Chris Moss

Director of Bands, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Band Room (2501)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Middle (6-8), High (9-12)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

10:00am EDT

ESS Assignment Procedures and Training

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is for all ESS campus users and administrators involved in the acquisition of daily and long-term substitutes. We will cover the procedures for requesting long-term substitute placements, reporting incidents and workplace injuries for ESS employees, and ensuring all substitute assignments are properly reported.

Speakers

Matt Wofford

Coordinator of Training and Teacher Quality, District Office

Tiffany Smith

ESS District Liaison, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
3308

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Role School Administrators

10:00am EDT

Learner Goals and Strategies for Choral Classes in District Five

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Chorus Room (2422)

Limited Capacity seats available

Sessions focusing on using data to drive decision-making in the choral classroom.

Teachers will share collaborative lesson plans for teaching different sets of choral skills to students. These lesson plans will cover the key areas needed to develop a successful choir program and grow student musicianship.

Speakers

Nathaniel Gunter

Chorus Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Chorus Room (2422)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Data Driven Decisions Using Assessment & Feedback
Grade Level Middle (6-8), High (9-12)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

10:00am EDT

Navigating Math Curriculum in K-5

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

New math teachers in District 5, this session is for you! This session is designed to help teachers feel confident and prepared for the start of the school year. Participants will explore district math resources, pacing guides, and the Reveal platform while learning practical ways to plan and navigate math instruction in K-5 classrooms.

Speakers

Katie Farr

Math Instructional Coach, Reidville Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
3322

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Collaborative Learning
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Mathematics
Role Teachers

10:00am EDT

Pathways with a Purpose: From Middle School Exploration to High School Completers with Industry Credentials

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

We’re not asking middle schoolers to choose a career—we’re giving them the chance to discover what’s possible before high school asks them to choose a direction.

Speakers

Heather Gordon

Director of Secondary Education, District Office

Jeff Jenkins

Director of Federal/Gifted Programs and School Counselors, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
1321

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Specialized Programs & Populations
Grade Level Middle (6-8), High (9-12)
Subject CTE
Role Teachers, School Administrators

10:00am EDT

Purposeful Playful Mathematics in Pre School

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This training will focus participants on being intentional while nurturing and engaging each student in his/her development of mathematical thinking, reasoning, and problem solving within data analysis, geometry, and measurement. This session will build an awareness of how development occurs through counting, sorting, classifying, and later patterning as well as how to scaffold students’ development of mathematical concepts through hands-on, purposeful play scenarios throughout the preschool day to build an understanding of geometry and measurement, focusing specifically on 2-D and 3-D shapes as well as weight using balance scales. Participants will leave with a goal and next steps in how to intentionally promote, encourage, support, and expose children to math in different everyday playful learning situations and activities for each child in their care.

Speakers

Jennifer Stock

Early Learning Specialist, South Carolina Department of Education

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Anna Williams

Early Learning Specialist, South Carolina Department of Education

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am EDT
3319

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Instruction & Curriculum
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2)
Subject Mathematics
Role Teachers, K4 Assistants

11:00am EDT

K-12 Visual Art Collaboration/Beginning of the Year Meeting

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Art Room (2409)

Limited Capacity seats available

D5 Visual Arts educators will have the opportunity to collaborate through this interactive professional development session. Arts teachers will discuss new Visual and Performing Arts standards and share collaborative grade-level strategies. Through shared lesson examples, discussion, and collaborative learning opportunities, participants will leave prepared to begin the school year with alignment, creativity, and a strong sense of community across the district.

Speakers

Raelyn Chambliss

Art Teacher, Fine Arts Department Chair, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Art Room (2409)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Fine Arts
Role Teachers

11:00am EDT

Making Thinking Visible: The 5 Phases of AVID Notetaking in Math

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will explore best practices for effective math notetaking, including strategies for capturing mathematical thinking, encouraging collaboration and reflection, and helping students move beyond copying procedures to developing conceptual understanding. The session will include hands-on activities, real classroom examples, collaborative discussions, and opportunities for teachers to apply strategies directly to their own instructional practices.

Speakers

Kamesha Gilmore

Math & AVID Elective Teacher, Math Department Chair, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
1307

Content-Specific Sessions, AVID

Session Focus Student Engagement & Classroom Practice
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Mathematics
Role Teachers

11:00am EDT

Promoting Healthy Schools Through Physical Education

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is for all Physical Education teachers and will cover the Fitnessgram fitness exam, the Healthy Schools initiative for the year, yearly expectations, and give updates.

Speakers

Freddy Coan

Teacher, Berry Shoals Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
3308

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8), Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2)
Subject Physical Education
Role PE Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Cue the Spotlight: D5 Theatre Teachers United for a Stellar Year!

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Blackbox Theater (2408)

Limited Capacity seats available

Theatre teachers will gain awareness of district-wide theatre offerings, community enrichment opportunities, and resources that support student engagement, creativity, and growth. Teachers will also focus on ways to strengthen their production planning and implementation.

Speakers

Taylor Smith

Theatre Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Blackbox Theater (2408)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Engaging Students in Science with Vernier Graphical Analysis

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, teachers will gain firsthand experience using Vernier’s Graphical Analysis software alongside a variety of probes. Participants will explore how real-time data collection and visualization can support inquiry-based learning, strengthen conceptual understanding, and make abstract scientific concepts more tangible for students. This session will include:

Guided exploration of Graphical Analysis software

Hands-on data collection using various Vernier probes

Sample investigation ideas tailored to different science subjects

Brief exploration of other free online graphing programs for teachers and students, including CODAP-Common Online Data Analysis Program

Discussion of classroom implementation strategies and differentiation

Speakers

Jeffrey Lamb

Science Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Jena Kuronya

Science teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
2238

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Science
Role Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Getting Started: Navigating the New D5 Elementary Science Curriculum

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will provide a brief introduction to the new science curriculum developed this summer, focusing on helping teachers understand the overall structure for the year.

Teachers will:

Review the year-at-a-glance to see how content is organized across the school year

Explore the pacing guides to understand instructional timelines and expectations
Identify key units and when they will be taught

By the end of the session, teachers will have a clear understanding of the curriculum's layout and feel prepared to begin planning instruction.

Speakers

Cathy Rickman

K-5 STEM Coach, Wellford Academy

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
3216

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Instruction & Curriculum
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Science
Role Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Orchestra Rockstars!

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Orchestra Room (2424)

Limited Capacity seats available

D5 Orchestra teachers will discuss strategies for planning recruiting events for beginners and how to use peer ambassadors to "hook" new orchestra members. Teachers will also strategize ways to strengthen curriculum alignment across all grade levels to support consistent student achievement and musical development in our District 5 orchestras.

Speakers

Kelsey Grant

Orchestra Director, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Orchestra Room (2424)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Middle (6-8), High (9-12)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

12:00pm EDT

The Library as a Classroom Extension: Tools, Resources, and Support for Teachers at Byrnes High School

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Media Center (3343)

Limited Capacity seats available

In this professional development session, the Byrnes High School librarians will show how the library can support teaching and learning across (almost) all content areas through resources and partnerships, including:

Research lessons

Curated resources for classroom units

Literature circles & book clubs

Stations & escape rooms

Tech-based projects

We’ll also do a quick Beanstack 101 workshop, plus give you time to chat with the librarians & your PLC's about upcoming units and collaborative planning. Come see how working with the librarians makes teaching easier for YOU.

This is ONLY for teachers and staff at James F. Byrnes High School.

Speakers

Victoria Dickerson

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Dickreson

Sheila Roberts

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Media Center (3343)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

A Deeper Dive into Panorama Intervention Plans

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will explore how to create and update intervention plans for interventionists and classroom teachers to support the MTSS process. Participants will practice entering data into the platform and learning how to make decisions based on the data entered into Panorama.

Speakers

Katie Williams

Literacy Coach, Duncan Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
3218

Content-Specific Sessions, Panorama

Session Focus Differentiation & Student Support
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject English Language Arts, Mathematics
Role Interventionists, Literacy Coaches, Math Coaches, Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Making Thinking Visible: The 5 Phases of AVID Notetaking in Math

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will explore best practices for effective math notetaking, including strategies for capturing mathematical thinking, encouraging collaboration and reflection, and helping students move beyond copying procedures to developing conceptual understanding. The session will include hands-on activities, real classroom examples, collaborative discussions, and opportunities for teachers to apply strategies directly to their own instructional practices.

Speakers

Kamesha Gilmore

Math & AVID Elective Teacher, Math Department Chair, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
1307

Content-Specific Sessions, AVID

Session Focus Student Engagement & Classroom Practice
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Mathematics
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Navigating Math Curriculum in K-5

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

New math teachers in District 5, this session is for you! This session is designed to help teachers feel confident and prepared for the start of the school year. Participants will explore district math resources, pacing guides, and the Reveal platform while learning practical ways to plan and navigate math instruction in K-5 classrooms.

Speakers

Katie Farr

Math Instructional Coach, Reidville Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
3322

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Collaborative Learning
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Mathematics
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Parent Educators - Ready to meet our new students.

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This mandate session for parent educators will cover curriculum, assessments, developmental milestones, recruiting, and schoolwide parenting efforts.

Speakers

Jean Brewington

Director of Instructional Services, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
3308

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Role Parent Educators

1:00pm EDT

Preparing Young Voices for Audition Success

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Chorus Room (2422)

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers will learn vocal techniques to correctly teach the audition material based on the judging rubric. Teachers will also learn tips for rehearsing, recording, and submitting audition materials, ensuring a successful experience for students involved.

Speakers

Katelyn Ohler

Choral Director, Abner Creek Middle

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Chorus Room (2422)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Elementary (3 -5), Middle (6-8)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Putting the "Personal" in Personal Finance (Economics)

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Join Mr. Robbins (Economics and Personal Finance teacher at Byrnes High School) for an interactive session as he shares creative lessons, activities, and insights from the pilot year of the new, state-required Personal Finance course. All are welcome to attend! This session brings together all educator disciplines to discuss ways to increase our students' knowledge and interest in financial literacy, money math, and more!

Speakers

Nathan Robbins

Social Studies Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
2245

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Differentiation & Student Support
Grade Level High (9-12)
Subject CTE, Social Studies
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Seals of Biliteracy

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Do you know a student who is fluent in a language other than English? Let's work together to help our ML students be recognized and celebrated for their language abilities! We can do this by encouraging our ML students to earn a Seal of Biliteracy through the state of SC! In this presentation, you will learn what a Seal of Biliteracy is, who can earn a Seal of Biliteracy, the benefits that come with it, and how you can contribute to helping students earn their Seal of Biliteracy!

Speakers

Amber Hartfield

School Counselor, James F. Byrnes High

Hello!!!

My name is Amber Hartfield! This is my 5th year as a school counselor, but my 3rd year as a school counselor at BHS! Prior to BHS, I was at an alternative school in NC. I am excited to share with you all such amazing information on Seals of Biliteracy!

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
1303

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12)
Subject Modern Language, Multilingual Learners
Role Teachers, Support Staff

1:00pm EDT

Stronger Together: Building a Collaborative Dance Community for the School Year

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Dance Room (3404)

Limited Capacity seats available

This collaborative session invites dance educators to come together to connect, share, and plan for a successful upcoming school year. Participants will engage in guided discussions and interactive activities designed to foster meaningful collaboration across programs and grade levels. Together, we will exchange teaching strategies, explore creative approaches to choreography and classroom management, and discuss ways to support student growth both artistically and academically.

This session will also provide space to align goals, share resources, and build a supportive network of dance educators committed to elevating dance education in our schools. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned educator, you will leave with fresh ideas, practical tools, and meaningful connections to carry into the year ahead.

Speakers

Elise Archie

Dance Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Dance Room (3404)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Instruction & Curriculum
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

The Library as a Classroom Extension: Tools, Resources, and Support for Teachers at Byrnes High School

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Media Center (3343)

Limited Capacity seats available

In this professional development session, the Byrnes High School librarians will show how the library can support teaching and learning across (almost) all content areas through resources and partnerships, including:

Research lessons

Curated resources for classroom units

Literature circles & book clubs

Stations & escape rooms

Tech-based projects

We’ll also do a quick Beanstack 101 workshop, plus give you time to chat with the librarians & your PLC's about upcoming units and collaborative planning. Come see how working with the librarians makes teaching easier for YOU.

This is ONLY for teachers and staff at James F. Byrnes High School.

Speakers

Victoria Dickerson

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Dickreson

Sheila Roberts

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Media Center (3343)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Voice and Choice: Creative Challenges for the Art Room

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Art Room (2409)

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers become student-artists! In this session, we will explore opportunities to encourage creative voice and choice in art-making at any level. Art-making challenges, lesson warm-ups, and reflection will be incorporated to support classroom-ready application. Come ready to make and take!

Speakers

Megan Parlow

Art Teacher, Byrnes Freshman Academy

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Art Room (2409)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Student Engagement & Classroom Practice
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Fine Arts
Role Teachers

1:00pm EDT

MakeMusic 101

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Band Room (2501)

Limited Capacity seats available

These trainings are largely driven by the teacher's Prior Knowledge Survey, which will be sent to staff before the training. Potential topics all circle around expanding MakeMusic use with more effective and efficient teacher rehearsal and practice strategies. It's also a great opportunity to deep-dive into different parts of the program, such as our Assignment tool, Sightreading Studio, and Foundations Series.

Speakers

MakeMusic Representative

MakeMusic

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Band Room (2501)

Content-Specific Sessions, Music

Session Focus Data Driven Decisions Using Assessment & Feedback
Grade Level Middle (6-8), High (9-12)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Engaging Students in Science with Vernier Graphical Analysis

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, teachers will gain firsthand experience using Vernier’s Graphical Analysis software alongside a variety of probes. Participants will explore how real-time data collection and visualization can support inquiry-based learning, strengthen conceptual understanding, and make abstract scientific concepts more tangible for students. This session will include:

Guided exploration of Graphical Analysis software

Hands-on data collection using various Vernier probes

Sample investigation ideas tailored to different science subjects

Brief exploration of other free online graphing programs for teachers and students, including CODAP-Common Online Data Analysis Program

Discussion of classroom implementation strategies and differentiation

Speakers

Jena Kuronya

Science teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Jeffrey Lamb

Science Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
2238

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Science
Role Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Getting Started: Navigating the New D5 Elementary Science Curriculum

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will provide a brief introduction to the new science curriculum developed this summer, focusing on helping teachers understand the overall structure for the year.

Teachers will:

Review the year-at-a-glance to see how content is organized across the school year

Explore the pacing guides to understand instructional timelines and expectations
Identify key units and when they will be taught

By the end of the session, teachers will have a clear understanding of the curriculum's layout and feel prepared to begin planning instruction.

Speakers

Cathy Rickman

K-5 STEM Coach, Wellford Academy

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
3216

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Instruction & Curriculum
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Science
Role Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Harmony in Action: Building a Successful District Elementary Honors Chorus

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Chorus Room (2422)

Limited Capacity seats available

Elementary music teachers will identify effective audition techniques and procedures specific to the D5 Elementary Honor Choir to support successful student participation in District/Honors Chorus events. They will also discuss best practices in aligning rehearsal expectations, event logistics, timelines, and communication across all 8 elementary schools. Teachers will be led in a discussion on selecting appropriate choral repertoire for their school chorus and this honor event, with consideration of music that promotes student growth, musical excellence, and engaging performances.

Speakers

Ashley Rhoden

Elementary Music Teacher, River Ridge Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Chorus Room (2422)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Subject Performing Arts
Role Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Leading the AVID Way: Expectations, Impact and Accountability

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Each AVID Site Coordinator will receive information on submitting reports, implementing AVID in their school and be intentional on AVID recruitment.

Speakers

Jean Brewington

Director of Instructional Services, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
3308

Content-Specific Sessions, AVID

Session Focus Other
Role AVID Site Coordinators

2:00pm EDT

Programming in the Library

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Media Center (3343)

Limited Capacity seats available

Librarians: come one, come all to explore creative and engaging ways high school librarians implement student programming throughout the year! During this collaborative session, we’ll share successful ideas, discuss what works in our libraries, and work together to curate easy-to-implement programming for holidays, celebrations, and special events. Participants will leave with access to a crowd-sourced Google Drive full of adaptable programming ideas, resources, and inspiration ready to use this school year.

Speakers

Victoria Dickerson

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Dickreson

Kelly Watson

Librarian, Byrnes Freshman Academy

Sheila Roberts

Librarian, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Media Center (3343)

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Other
Role Media Specialists

2:00pm EDT

Putting the "Personal" in Personal Finance (Economics)

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Join Mr. Robbins (Economics and Personal Finance teacher at Byrnes High School) for an interactive session as he shares creative lessons, activities, and insights from the pilot year of the new, state-required Personal Finance course. All are welcome to attend! This session brings together all educator disciplines to discuss ways to increase our students' knowledge and interest in financial literacy, money math, and more!

Speakers

Nathan Robbins

Social Studies Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
2247

Content-Specific Sessions

Session Focus Differentiation & Student Support
Grade Level High (9-12)
Subject CTE, Social Studies
Role Teachers