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Prosper Connects '25
🚀 Prosper Connects 25: Your Ultimate Professional Learning Adventure! 🌟
Get Ready for the Most Incredible Day of Learning in Prosper ISD!July 31st at Rock Hill High School | Over 300 Sessions Await!
Calling all educators! Prepare for a day packed with inspiration, innovation, and incredible learning opportunities. From the electrifying drumline welcome to the delicious food trucks, this isn’t just another professional development day – it’s a celebration of education!
✨ Highlights:
  • 🥁 Epic Drumline Kick-Off
  • ☕ Speedy Bean Morning Coffee
  • 🌮 Gourmet Food Truck Lunch
  • 🧠 GT Credit Sessions Available
  • 📚 Up to 6 Professional Learning Hours
Type: Instructional Technology clear filter
Thursday, July 31
 

8:00am MDT

AI in Action: Practical Tools to Enhance CTE Education and Student Success
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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Join us for an engaging, interactive session where CTE leaders and educators will explore how AI can revolutionize career and technical education. This hands-on experience will introduce you to powerful AI tools designed to enhance productivity, streamline administrative tasks, and provide personalized support for students and families. Learn how to automate workflows, identify student needs, and apply AI in real-world scenarios to
ease your workload and open new doors for student success. No prior experience is required—just bring your curiosity and willingness to innovate! Together, we’ll discover how AI can transform the way we support the next generation of learners and professionals.
Speakers
avatar for Raquel Gillham

Raquel Gillham

CTE Consultant, Region 10
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
1111
  Instructional Technology, 6-12

9:00am MDT

Down with Designated Supports
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2212
Users will dive into the testing platform to practice and experience the most commonly used designated supports being given through RTI, 504 and IEP's.
Speakers
SH

Sandy Hicks

DTC, Prosper ISD
District Testing Coordinator 
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2212
  Instructional Technology, 3-12

9:00am MDT

Snorkl Basics: Instant Feedback, Deeper Learning
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2131F
Join us for an introductory session on Snorkl, an innovative AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize how you provide feedback and engage your students. Snorkl offers instant, AI-driven feedback on student explanations, fostering a dynamic learning environment across all subjects and grade levels.
Speakers
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Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2131F
  Instructional Technology, 3-12

9:00am MDT

Unlocking the Past: Engaging Students in Social Studies with AI-Powered Tools (Grades 3-5)
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
1241
This interactive session empowers 2nd-5th grade teachers to leverage AI to create dynamic social studies experiences aligned with grade-appropriate TEKS. Explore AI-driven tools and strategies to enhance key processing skills prevalent in 2nd-5th grade social studies that help deepen learning and engage students.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
With 14 years in education and six as an Instructional Technology Coach for Prosper ISD, I am passionate about empowering elementary educators to seamlessly integrate technology into their classrooms. My focus is on providing practical, effective strategies to enhance student learning... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
1241
  Instructional Technology, 3-5

9:00am MDT

Your Journey Begins!: Getting Started with Book Creator
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2100
Are you new to Book Creator? Join Catherine, a Book Creator Success Manager, in this hands-on session that will walk you through the basics of creating, customizing, and sharing digital books. Learn how to add text, images, audio, and more to make your stories interactive and engaging. Perfect for beginners—come ready to create!
Speakers
CF
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
2100
  Instructional Technology, K-12

10:00am MDT

Building Math Foundations: Engaging Young Learners with Technology & AI (K-2)
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
1241
This hands-on session will equip K-2 educators with practical strategies for using technology and AI to bridge the gap between concrete, pictorial, and abstract mathematical understanding. Explore interactive tools and AI-powered platforms that support hands-on learning, visual representations, and the development of foundational math concepts. Participants will leave with ready-to-use resources and ideas to enhance their math instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
With 14 years in education and six as an Instructional Technology Coach for Prosper ISD, I am passionate about empowering elementary educators to seamlessly integrate technology into their classrooms. My focus is on providing practical, effective strategies to enhance student learning... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
1241
  Instructional Technology, K-2

10:00am MDT

Diving Deep with Snorkl: Engaging Students and Personalizing Learning
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
2131F
This interactive session will explore the power of Snorkl.com to enhance student engagement and personalize learning experiences. Participants will learn practical strategies for designing effective Snorkl assignments that cater to diverse learning styles and needs. We will delve into best practices for leveraging Snorkl's data and insights to inform instructional decisions, enabling teachers to effectively plan targeted interventions and enrichment activities. Join us to discover how Snorkl can become an invaluable tool in your classroom!
Speakers
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Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
2131F
  Instructional Technology, 6-12

10:00am MDT

Edugence 101: Navigating the Essentials for Elementary Teachers
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
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Unlock the power of Edugence with this beginner-friendly session designed to help educators and administrators confidently navigate the platform. In this 50-minute session, we’ll provide a step-by-step walkthrough of essential features, including accessing student data, running reports, and utilizing key tools for instructional decision-making. Whether you're new to Edugence or need a refresher, this session will equip you with the foundational skills needed to streamline your workflow and maximize student success.
Speakers
avatar for Kathryn Cuddy
YF
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
1101
  Instructional Technology, K-5

10:00am MDT

New Features Alert!: Explore Book Creator's Latest & Greatest
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
2100
Join Catherine, a Book Creator Success Manager, for a hands-on session where we’ll dive into the newest features and resources that Book Creator has to offer! Discover how to enhance digital storytelling, foster collaboration, and create interactive books like never before. You will leave with engaging new ideas to bring back to your classrooms.
Speakers
CF
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
2100
  Instructional Technology, K-12

11:00am MDT

Your Journey Begins!: Getting Started with Book Creator
Thursday July 31, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am MDT
2100
Are you new to Book Creator? Join Catherine, a Book Creator Success Manager, in this hands-on session that will walk you through the basics of creating, customizing, and sharing digital books. Learn how to add text, images, audio, and more to make your stories interactive and engaging. Perfect for beginners—come ready to create!
Speakers
CF
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am MDT
2100
  Instructional Technology, K-12

1:00pm MDT

Deep Diving into Math with Snorkl
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:15pm MDT
1216
Deep Diving into Math with AI: An Underwater Adventure in Learning

Explore the depths of mathematical understanding in this immersive session, where AI becomes your guide through uncharted waters of learning. Discover how generative AI can provide real-time feedback, helping students navigate misconceptions and refine their thinking. We’ll dive into strategies that challenge learners to push beyond surface-level answers, fostering curiosity and resilience as they tackle complex problems. Come ready to make a splash with innovative approaches that promote deeper connections, personalized growth, and endless opportunities for exploration beneath the surface of math concepts!
Speakers
avatar for Dennice Bradford
TS
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:15pm MDT
1216
  Instructional Technology, 3-5

1:00pm MDT

Edugence 101: Navigating the Essentials for Secondary Teachers
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1101
Unlock the power of Edugence with this beginner-friendly session designed to help educators and administrators confidently navigate the platform. In this 50-minute session, we’ll provide a step-by-step walkthrough of essential features, including accessing student data, running reports, and utilizing key tools for instructional decision-making. Whether you're new to Edugence or need a refresher, this session will equip you with the foundational skills needed to streamline your workflow and maximize student success.
Speakers
avatar for Kathryn Cuddy
YF
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1101
  Instructional Technology, 6-12

1:00pm MDT

Exploring Book Creator for Secondary Classrooms
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
2131F
This session focuses on Book Creator as a tool for transformative learning. We'll explore the difference between enhancement and transformation, and discuss practical ways secondary teachers can use Book Creator to empower students to extend their learning beyond the four walls of the classroom – from digital storytelling and research projects to collaborative learning and portfolio development. Participants will leave with concrete strategies and actionable ideas for all content areas.
Speakers
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Michelle Maple

ITC, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
2131F
  Instructional Technology, 6-12

1:00pm MDT

Fluency Boost: Engaging K-2 Learners with AI-Powered Tools
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1241
This dynamic session will empower K-2 teachers to leverage the power of AI with Snorkl to enhance reading fluency in their young learners. Participants will explore a variety of AI-driven strategies designed to support the development of automaticity, accuracy, and prosody. We will delve into the platform to provide personalized practice, offer real-time feedback, and track student progress, freeing up teachers to focus on individualized instruction and small group work. Discover how AI can help differentiate fluency instruction, address specific student needs, and create engaging learning experiences that build confident and fluent readers. Participants will leave with practical strategies and resources to implement immediately in their classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
With 14 years in education and six as an Instructional Technology Coach for Prosper ISD, I am passionate about empowering elementary educators to seamlessly integrate technology into their classrooms. My focus is on providing practical, effective strategies to enhance student learning... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1241
  Instructional Technology, K-2

1:00pm MDT

New Features Alert!: Explore Book Creator's Latest & Greatest
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
2100
Join Catherine, a Book Creator Success Manager, for a hands-on session where we’ll dive into the newest features and resources that Book Creator has to offer! Discover how to enhance digital storytelling, foster collaboration, and create interactive books like never before. You will leave with engaging new ideas to bring back to your classrooms.
Speakers
CF
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
2100
  Instructional Technology, K-12

1:00pm MDT

Using Padlet in the Classroom (Elementary)
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1219
Transform your classroom into a dynamic, collaborative space using Padlet, a versatile digital platform that empowers students to share ideas, create content, and engage in meaningful discussions. This hands-on professional development session will equip educators with practical strategies to implement Padlet across various subject areas
Speakers
avatar for Victoria Fiddler
avatar for Hailey Geiser
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
1219
  Instructional Technology, 3-12

2:00pm MDT

AI in the Upper Elementary Literacy Classroom
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
1210
This session explores the use of integrating AI use into your 3rd-7th grade literacy classroom! Websites explored will include Snorkl, School AI and CuriPod!
Speakers
AD
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
1210
  Instructional Technology, 3-8

2:00pm MDT

Deep Dive into Text: Enhancing Comprehension with Technology (Grades 3-5)
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
1241
This interactive session will equip 3rd-5th grade teachers with practical strategies and technology tools to deepen students' comprehension skills. Focusing on context clues, inferencing, and text analysis, participants will explore a variety of digital resources and platforms designed to promote higher-level thinking and engagement. Learn how to use technology to facilitate close reading, support evidence-based discussions, and empower students to analyze complex texts with confidence. Participants will leave with ready-to-use resources and a deeper understanding of how technology can transform comprehension instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Derek Haney

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD
With 14 years in education and six as an Instructional Technology Coach for Prosper ISD, I am passionate about empowering elementary educators to seamlessly integrate technology into their classrooms. My focus is on providing practical, effective strategies to enhance student learning... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
1241
  Instructional Technology, 3-5

2:00pm MDT

Getting Started with Book Creator for Multilingual Learners
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
2100
Discover how to empower multilingual learners with Book Creator’s accessible and intuitive platform. In this session, educators will explore how Book Creator supports language development through interactive storytelling, vocabulary building, and personalized learning experiences. We’ll dive into features like audio recording, text-to-speech, and translation tools, allowing students to express themselves in their own voices while building proficiency in new languages. Join us to learn practical strategies for integrating Book Creator into your classroom to foster engagement, language acquisition, and a supportive environment for all multilingual learners.
Speakers
CF
avatar for Michelle Phillips

Michelle Phillips

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
2100
  Instructional Technology, PK-12
 
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