Instructional Excellence Institute - Spring ISD: Full Schedule

Together in Culture, Together in Accountability

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

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9:40am CDT

Accommodation Central: Streamlining Access and Compliance

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, general and special education teachers will explore how Accommodation Central can support the effective implementation, monitoring, and management of student accommodations across instructional settings. Participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences to strengthen instructional practices, increase compliance, and ensure students receive the support necessary to access grade-level curriculum and demonstrate their learning.

Educators will examine practical applications of Accommodation Central through guided demonstrations, collaborative discussions, and implementation planning designed to improve communication, consistency, and fidelity of accommodation delivery.

By the end of this session, teachers will be able to:

Navigate Accommodation Central to access, review, and monitor student accommodations and instructional supports.

Utilize Accommodation Central resources to identify and implement accommodations aligned to individual student needs, IEP requirements, and classroom expectations.

Apply Accommodation Central tools to support lesson planning, instructional differentiation, and assessment accessibility.

Monitor accommodation implementation and document support practices to promote compliance and student success.

Develop action plans for integrating Accommodation Central into daily instructional routines to increase student access, engagement, and achievement across learning environments.

Speakers

Ty Bailey

Tawinna Calais

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher, All Levels

Room # 1220
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44435

9:40am CDT

Reading Across the Curriculum with Read&Write

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, general and special education teachers will explore how Read&Write can increase student access, engagement, and independence across learning environments. Participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences to become familiar with the platform's features and practice using the tools that support reading, writing, comprehension, and study skills.

Through guided demonstrations, collaborative discussions, and dedicated time to actively use the program, educators will build confidence in implementing Read&Write to support diverse learner needs and enhance accessibility in the classroom. By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Navigate and utilize key Read&Write features that support reading, writing, comprehension, and student independence across content areas.

Practice using Read&Write tools to understand how students can access accommodations and instructional supports in real-world classroom settings.

Apply Read&Write resources to identify, select, and implement appropriate accommodations aligned with student needs and IEP requirements.

Integrate Read&Write tools into instructional practices to support differentiation, increase student engagement, and promote equitable access to grade-level content.

Speakers

REGINA DAVIS

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1222
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44436

9:40am CDT

Special Education Department Chair/Team Leader (DC/TL) Orientation

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 5:20pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

The Special Education Department Chair and Team Leader Orientation is a required training designed to prepare campus leaders to effectively support special education programming, compliance, instructional practices, and collaborative systems at their campuses. Participants will develop a clear understanding of district expectations, leadership responsibilities, compliance requirements, and processes related to special education service delivery. The session will provide guidance on supporting case managers and teachers, monitoring program implementation, utilizing district systems and resources, and fostering collaborative partnerships with campus administrators, general education staff, and families to improve outcomes for students receiving special education services.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Define the roles and responsibilities of the Special Education Department Chair and Team Leader in supporting campus special education programs.

Identify federal, state, and district compliance requirements related to special education service delivery and documentation.

Monitor and support implementation of IEPs, accommodations, modifications, progress monitoring, and service documentation.

Utilize district systems and resources, including eSped and other required documentation tools, to ensure compliance and data accuracy.

Analyze campus special education data to identify trends, address concerns, and support data-driven instructional decision-making.

Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among special education staff, general education teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families.

Support teachers with instructional best practices, inclusive practices, and problem-solving strategies to improve student outcomes.

Develop action steps for leading campus-based special education teams and ensuring alignment with district expectations and initiatives.

Speakers

Candace Jackson

Tara McClendon

Special Education Campus Coordinator, Spring ISD

As the Coordinator of Special Education for Instruction and Campus Support, I lead a team of special education specialists dedicated to supporting elementary inclusion programs. We partner with general education and special education staff to provide instructional guidance, build... Read More →

Shandressa Banks

Thursday July 30, 2026 9:40am - 5:20pm CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher, Department Chair / Team Leader

Room # 1229
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44667

10:50am CDT

Navigating the Future of Education with Solara AI

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

In this interactive session, special education staff will explore how Solara AI can enhance the development of high-quality, student-centered Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) by supporting data analysis, instructional planning, and documentation practices. Participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences to discover how Solara AI can streamline workflow processes, organize student information, and generate meaningful insights that inform educational decision-making while maintaining compliance and individualized programming.

Through guided demonstrations, collaborative discussions, and practical application activities, educators will examine strategies for leveraging Solara AI to improve efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness throughout the IEP development process. Participants will learn how to use AI-powered tools to analyze student data, identify trends, and support the creation of educational plans that address each student's unique strengths and needs.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Utilize Solara AI to analyze multiple sources of student data and support the development of comprehensive, student-centered PLAAFP statements.

Apply Solara AI tools to assist in creating measurable annual goals and other IEP components aligned to identified areas of need and student outcomes.

Integrate Solara AI into the IEP development process to increase efficiency while maintaining professional judgment, compliance requirements, and individualized decision-making.

Leverage Solara AI insights to strengthen collaboration, improve documentation quality, and support data-driven educational planning for students receiving special education services.

Speakers

Elizabeth Ross

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1224
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44438

10:50am CDT

Reading Across the Curriculum with Read&Write

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Navigate and utilize key Read&Write features that support reading, writing, comprehension, and student independence across content areas.

Practice using Read&Write tools to understand how students can access accommodations and instructional supports in real-world classroom settings.

Apply Read&Write resources to identify, select, and implement appropriate accommodations aligned with student needs and IEP requirements.

Integrate Read&Write tools into instructional practices to support differentiation, increase student engagement, and promote equitable access to grade-level content.

Speakers

REGINA DAVIS

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1222
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44437

12:50pm CDT

Navigating the Future of Education with Solara AI

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Utilize Solara AI to analyze multiple sources of student data and support the development of comprehensive, student-centered PLAAFP statements.

Apply Solara AI tools to assist in creating measurable annual goals and other IEP components aligned to identified areas of need and student outcomes.

Integrate Solara AI into the IEP development process to increase efficiency while maintaining professional judgment, compliance requirements, and individualized decision-making.

Leverage Solara AI insights to strengthen collaboration, improve documentation quality, and support data-driven educational planning for students receiving special education services.

Speakers

Elizabeth Ross

Thursday July 30, 2026 12:50pm - 1:50pm CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1224
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44441

2:00pm CDT

Navigating the Future of Education with Solara AI

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Utilize Solara AI to analyze multiple sources of student data and support the development of comprehensive, student-centered PLAAFP statements.

Apply Solara AI tools to assist in creating measurable annual goals and other IEP components aligned to identified areas of need and student outcomes.

Integrate Solara AI into the IEP development process to increase efficiency while maintaining professional judgment, compliance requirements, and individualized decision-making.

Leverage Solara AI insights to strengthen collaboration, improve documentation quality, and support data-driven educational planning for students receiving special education services.

Speakers

Elizabeth Ross

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1224
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44443

2:00pm CDT

Reading Across the Curriculum with Read&Write

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Navigate and utilize key Read&Write features that support reading, writing, comprehension, and student independence across content areas.

Practice using Read&Write tools to understand how students can access accommodations and instructional supports in real-world classroom settings.

Apply Read&Write resources to identify, select, and implement appropriate accommodations aligned with student needs and IEP requirements.

Integrate Read&Write tools into instructional practices to support differentiation, increase student engagement, and promote equitable access to grade-level content.

Speakers

REGINA DAVIS

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1222
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44440

3:10pm CDT

Navigating the Future of Education with Solara AI

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 3:10pm - 4:10pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Utilize Solara AI to analyze multiple sources of student data and support the development of comprehensive, student-centered PLAAFP statements.

Apply Solara AI tools to assist in creating measurable annual goals and other IEP components aligned to identified areas of need and student outcomes.

Integrate Solara AI into the IEP development process to increase efficiency while maintaining professional judgment, compliance requirements, and individualized decision-making.

Leverage Solara AI insights to strengthen collaboration, improve documentation quality, and support data-driven educational planning for students receiving special education services.

Speakers

Elizabeth Ross

Thursday July 30, 2026 3:10pm - 4:10pm CDT
Dekaney HS 22362 Imperial Valley Dr. Houston, TX 77073

SPED Teacher

Room # 1224
Eduphoria Link https://eduphoria.springisd.org/AuthDistrict/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fstrive%2fprofessional-learning%2fcourse%2f44445

4:20pm CDT

Reading Across the Curriculum with Read&Write

LIMITED

Thursday July 30, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm CDT

Dekaney HS

Limited Capacity seats available

Navigate and utilize key Read&Write features that support reading, writing, comprehension, and student independence across content areas.

Practice using Read&Write tools to understand how students can access accommodations and instructional supports in real-world classroom settings.

Apply Read&Write resources to identify, select, and implement appropriate accommodations aligned with student needs and IEP requirements.

Integrate Read&Write tools into instructional practices to support differentiation, increase student engagement, and promote equitable access to grade-level content.

Speakers