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Friday, July 31
 

10:00am EDT

Building Resilience and Connection: Coping Skills, Social-Emotional Learning, and Crisis Communication in the Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
2247
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation equips educators, school staff, counselors, and support professionals with practical strategies to strengthen students’ emotional regulation, peer relationships, and communication skills during everyday challenges and crisis situations. Participants will explore classroom-based coping skills that help students manage stress, anxiety, frustration, and emotional dysregulation while promoting resilience and self-awareness.

The session also highlights the role of social-emotional learning (SEL) in fostering positive peer interactions, empathy, conflict resolution, and inclusive classroom culture.
In addition, the presentation focuses on effective communication strategies for crisis intervention, including de-escalation techniques, active listening, trauma-informed responses, and supportive language that promotes safety and emotional stability.

Participants will leave with actionable tools, classroom activities, and intervention strategies designed to support student well-being, strengthen school climate, and improve student outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Mercedes Moye-Nesbitt

Mercedes Moye-Nesbitt

Stepping Stones Mental Health Counselor, Spartanburg District 5
My name is Mercedes Moye’-Nesbitt, and I am the Mental Health Counselor from The Stepping Stones Group.

I am a graduate of Capella University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked as a therapist, specializing in care for children and adolescents, for more than 5 years.  My approach is rooted in building a strong, trusting relationship with both the children... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
2247
  Mental Health & Well-Being

11:00am EDT

Building Resilience and Connection: Coping Skills, Social-Emotional Learning, and Crisis Communication in the Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
2247
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation equips educators, school staff, counselors, and support professionals with practical strategies to strengthen students’ emotional regulation, peer relationships, and communication skills during everyday challenges and crisis situations. Participants will explore classroom-based coping skills that help students manage stress, anxiety, frustration, and emotional dysregulation while promoting resilience and self-awareness.

The session also highlights the role of social-emotional learning (SEL) in fostering positive peer interactions, empathy, conflict resolution, and inclusive classroom culture.
In addition, the presentation focuses on effective communication strategies for crisis intervention, including de-escalation techniques, active listening, trauma-informed responses, and supportive language that promotes safety and emotional stability.

Participants will leave with actionable tools, classroom activities, and intervention strategies designed to support student well-being, strengthen school climate, and improve student outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Mercedes Moye-Nesbitt

Mercedes Moye-Nesbitt

Stepping Stones Mental Health Counselor, Spartanburg District 5
My name is Mercedes Moye’-Nesbitt, and I am the Mental Health Counselor from The Stepping Stones Group.

I am a graduate of Capella University with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked as a therapist, specializing in care for children and adolescents, for more than 5 years.  My approach is rooted in building a strong, trusting relationship with both the children... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
2247
  Mental Health & Well-Being

12:00pm EDT

From Overwhelm to Ownership: ADHD, Executive Function, & AVID in Action
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
2247
Limited Capacity seats available
This session equips teachers with a deeper understanding of ADHD and executive dysfunction, and how these impact student performance, behavior, and engagement. We will explore tried-and-true AVID strategies that increase student motivation, develop ownership of learning, and maximize their learning potential.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Amberley Raushenberger

Dr. Amberley Raushenberger

PLTW/AVID Site Coordinator, Lyman Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
2247
  Special Populations, AVID

1:00pm EDT

From Overwhelm to Ownership: ADHD, Executive Function, & AVID in Action
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
2247
Limited Capacity seats available
This session equips teachers with a deeper understanding of ADHD and executive dysfunction, and how these impact student performance, behavior, and engagement. We will explore tried-and-true AVID strategies that increase student motivation, develop ownership of learning, and maximize their learning potential.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Amberley Raushenberger

Dr. Amberley Raushenberger

PLTW/AVID Site Coordinator, Lyman Elementary

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
2247
  Special Populations, AVID

2:00pm EDT

Putting the "Personal" in Personal Finance (Economics)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
2247
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
avatar for Nathan Robbins

Nathan Robbins

Social Studies Teacher, James F. Byrnes High

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