Prosper Connects '25: Full Schedule

🚀 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

9:00am CDT

Unlocking the Past: Engaging Students in Social Studies with AI-Powered Tools (Grades 3-5)

Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

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

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 CDT
1241

Instructional Technology, 3-5

1:00pm CDT

Deep Diving into Math with Snorkl

Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:15pm CDT

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

Dennice Bradford

Teri Stepanic

Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:15pm CDT
1216

Instructional Technology, 3-5

2:00pm CDT

Deep Dive into Text: Enhancing Comprehension with Technology (Grades 3-5)

Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

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

Derek Haney

Instructional Technology, Prosper ISD

Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
1241

Instructional Technology, 3-5

Prosper Connects '25