As Spring ISD launches high school curriculum slide decks, this session supports teachers in using them effectively while maintaining strong instructional delivery. Participants will learn how to use deck icons, teacher notes, embedded supports, and instructional guidelines to implement the slide decks with purpose.
Course Description: Strong Tier 1 instruction is the foundation for student success. This session will support teachers in moving beyond lesson completion and toward intentional instructional practices that build conceptual understanding, mathematical reasoning, and student ownership. Teachers will explore how to create learning environments where students engage in productive struggle, make connections between concepts, and communicate their mathematical thinking. Teachers will learn how to:
Identify the purpose and progression of math lessons
Balance conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application
Increase student thinking and reduce teacher dependency
Use questioning strategies that move learning forward
Create opportunities for students to explain and justify their reasoning
Teacher Takeaway: Teachers will leave with instructional strategies they can immediately implement to strengthen daily Tier 1 math instruction.
Help young learners make their thinking visible through the power of reading, drawing, and writing. In this interactive session designed for K–2 teachers, participants will explore how the Read, Draw, Write strategy supports comprehension, vocabulary development, oral language, and written expression across all content areas. Through hands-on experiences and classroom examples, teachers will learn how to use pictures and words to help students process information, communicate ideas, and build deeper understanding. Leave with engaging, developmentally appropriate strategies that can be implemented immediately to support literacy and learning throughout the school day.
District K-2 Math Specialist, Spring Independent School District
Strategic, results-oriented District Lead and Educational Leader with 20+ years of experience transforming PK–5 instructional systems. Expert in turning around underperforming campuses, driving significant gains in student achievement (e.g., 25+ point reduction in below-grade-level... Read More →
Tuesday July 28, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT Dekaney HS22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073
Level 0 of this four-part series introduces the newly updated Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS 2.0) framework. Participants will explore the foundational instructional practices that promote student engagement, establish rigorous learning environments, and support effective lesson delivery aligned to Spring ISD's vision for high-quality mathematics instruction.
(2 of 6 Required Hours) Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning K–5 Mathematics, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning 6-8 Mathematics & Algebra I, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
(2 of 6 Required Hours) Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning K–5 Mathematics, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
Examine instructional routines, facilitation moves, and opportunities for purposeful discourse that support efficient implementation of grade-level content without sacrificing rigor, responsiveness, or meaningful student participation.
Designed for educators transitioning from Carnegie Texas Solution to Bluebonnet Learning Mathematics, this session will help teachers navigate the structure and instructional shifts of the new materials, deepen their understanding of lesson components and routines, and leverage familiar, research-based practices to facilitate rigorous mathematical discourse, conceptual understanding, and successful implementation of grade-level instruction.
Course Description: Effective instruction begins before students enter the classroom. This session focuses on lesson internalization as a planning process that helps teachers deeply understand the TEKS, learning goals, misconceptions, and instructional decisions within a lesson. Teachers will practice unpacking lessons to determine what students need to know, where students may struggle, and how teachers can respond in the moment. Teachers will learn how to:
Analyze lessons through the lens of student learning
Identify essential questions and key mathematical ideas
Anticipate student misconceptions
Plan purposeful questioning and checks for understanding
Adjust instruction without lowering rigor
Teacher Takeaway: Teachers will leave with an internalized upcoming lesson and a planning structure they can continue using throughout the year.
Unlock the power of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and transform the way you plan and deliver mathematics instruction! In this interactive session, participants will deconstruct grade-level TEKS to gain a deeper understanding of the content, rigor, and student expectations embedded within each standard. Teachers will learn practical strategies for aligning instruction, designing purposeful learning experiences, and planning with clarity and intention. Leave equipped with tools and resources to confidently unpack the standards, create meaningful learning opportunities, and teach for student success.
District Elementary 3-5 Mathematics Curriculum & Professional Learning
Strategic, results-oriented Instructional Mathematics Leader with 16 years of experience in education, including 8 years as a strategic mathematics coach. Expertise in leading instructional improvement through high-impact coaching, professional learning, and collaborative PLCs that... Read More →
Tuesday July 28, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT Dekaney HS22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073
Limited Capacityfull Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
Bluebonnet lessons are designed to support rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, but the magic happens in how teachers bring them to life. In this session, participants will discover practical strategies for moving from deck to depth by leveraging Bluebonnet slide decks to foster student thinking, encourage rich mathematical conversations, and increase engagement. Teachers will leave with actionable ideas for enhancing instruction while maintaining the integrity of the curriculum.
Course Description: This session focuses on creating effective small-group structures within the math classroom to support unfinished learning while keeping students engaged in grade-level content. Teachers will explore how to move intervention from a separate event to an intentional part of daily instruction. Teachers will learn how to:
Create flexible student groups using data
Design purposeful teacher-led stations
Address misconceptions through questioning
Support HB 1416 intervention needs
Use student work to determine next instructional steps
Teacher Takeaway: Teachers will create a small-group plan they can implement within their instructional block.
Level 0 of this four-part series introduces the newly updated Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS 2.0) framework. Participants will explore the foundational instructional practices that promote student engagement, establish rigorous learning environments, and support effective lesson delivery aligned to Spring ISD's vision for high-quality mathematics instruction.
(2 of 6 Required Hours) Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning K–5 Mathematics, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning 6-8 Mathematics & Algebra I, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
(2 of 6 Required Hours) Designed for educators new to Bluebonnet Learning K–5 Mathematics, this session introduces the structure and instructional design of the materials while exploring lesson components, embedded routines, and effective strategies that support rigorous, engaging mathematics instruction.
Analyze lesson components, anticipate student thinking and misconceptions, and leverage curriculum resources to design intentional instructional experiences that build conceptual understanding and support all learners in accessing grade-level mathematics.
Designed for educators transitioning from Carnegie Texas Solution to Bluebonnet Learning Mathematics, this session will help teachers navigate the structure and instructional shifts of the new materials, deepen their understanding of lesson components and routines, and leverage familiar, research-based practices to facilitate rigorous mathematical discourse, conceptual understanding, and successful implementation of grade-level instruction.
Bluebonnet lessons are designed to support rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, but the magic happens in how teachers bring them to life. In this session, participants will discover practical strategies for moving from deck to depth by leveraging Bluebonnet slide decks to foster student thinking, encourage rich mathematical conversations, and increase engagement. Teachers will leave with actionable ideas for enhancing instruction while maintaining the integrity of the curriculum.
Course Description: Students develop deeper understanding when they have opportunities to think, discuss, struggle, and make connections. This session supports teachers in creating classrooms where student voices drive mathematical learning. Teachers will learn strategies to increase meaningful conversations and help students explain their thinking. Teachers will learn how to:
Create a culture where mistakes support learning
Use purposeful questioning techniques
Increase student-to-student conversations
Facilitate mathematical discussions
Support students without taking away the thinking
Teacher Takeaway: Teachers will leave with questioning strategies and discourse routines to implement immediately.
Level 1 & 2 of this four-part series continues the learning of newly updated Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS 2.0) framework. Participants will explore the foundational instructional practices that promote student engagement, establish rigorous learning environments, and support effective lesson delivery aligned to Spring ISD's vision for high-quality mathematics instruction.
Unlock the power of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and transform the way you plan and deliver mathematics instruction! In this interactive session, participants will deconstruct grade-level TEKS to gain a deeper understanding of the content, rigor, and student expectations embedded within each standard. Teachers will learn practical strategies for aligning instruction, designing purposeful learning experiences, and planning with clarity and intention. Leave equipped with tools and resources to confidently unpack the standards, create meaningful learning opportunities, and teach for student success.
District Elementary 3-5 Mathematics Curriculum & Professional Learning
Strategic, results-oriented Instructional Mathematics Leader with 16 years of experience in education, including 8 years as a strategic mathematics coach. Expertise in leading instructional improvement through high-impact coaching, professional learning, and collaborative PLCs that... Read More →
Tuesday July 28, 2026 3:10pm - 4:10pm CDT Dekaney HS22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073
Transform student thinking through the powerful Read, Draw, Write strategy. In this interactive session, participants will explore how reading, visual representation, and writing work together to deepen comprehension, strengthen reasoning, and make learning visible across content areas. Educators will experience practical classroom applications, analyze student thinking, and leave with ready-to-use strategies that promote engagement, critical thinking, and meaningful learning for all students.
District Elementary 3-5 Mathematics Curriculum & Professional Learning
Strategic, results-oriented Instructional Mathematics Leader with 16 years of experience in education, including 8 years as a strategic mathematics coach. Expertise in leading instructional improvement through high-impact coaching, professional learning, and collaborative PLCs that... Read More →
Tuesday July 28, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm CDT Dekaney HS22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073
