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Wednesday, July 29
 

9:00am CDT

Effective IEP Transition Planning for High School Students
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the federal requirements, state compliance standards, and student-centered practices essential for creating robust, meaningful Postsecondary Transition Plans within the IEP. Participants will learn how to utilize age-appropriate transition assessments to identify student strengths, preferences, and interests in the areas of employment, education/training, and independent living. The session will also highlight strategies for writing measurable postsecondary goals, coordinating with community resource agencies, aligning high school coursework with future plans, and actively engaging students in the ARD process to foster self-advocacy and long-term success beyond graduation.
Speakers
BT
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

9:00am CDT

Integrating Sensory and Motor Supports in Special Ed.
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS A107
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the integration of sensory and motor supports within special education classrooms to optimize student engagement, regulation, and learning readiness. Participants will learn how to identify environmental triggers and implement practical sensory strategies—such as heavy work activities, sensory breaks, and flexible seating—directly into daily routines. The session will also highlight collaboration with occupational therpists to incorporate individualized motor accommodations, design sensory-friendly learning spaces, and use proactive self-regulation tools that maximize instructional time.
Speakers
BF

Brooke Foskey

Special Education, Special Education Department
AH

Ashley Hartley

Special Education, Special Education Department
avatar for Melissa Walker

Melissa Walker

Special Education, Special Education Department
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

9:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (1 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

9:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 1 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

9:00am CDT

STAR/LINKS Program for Elementary SOCO 1/3
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B121
Limited Capacity seats available
This three-part session explores the implementation of the STAR and LINKS programs tailored specifically for secondary Social Communication (SOCO) environments. Participants will learn how to transition from intensive discrete trials to naturalistic, real-world routines that promote independence for older students. The session will also highlight strategies for utilizing the LINKS online assessment, implementing individual and group instructional plans, tracking progress on functional life skills, and preparing secondary students for successful postsecondary environments.
Speakers
AD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

9:00am CDT

Make-It/Take-It for SPED Paras
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AISD Admin Texas PD Room
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides special education paraprofessionals with a streamlined opportunity to acquire ready-made, high-quality visual and structural tools tailored to their specific classroom environments. Designed as a convenient resource pick-up, participants will gather pre-assembled collections of specialized materials—including visual schedules, communication icons, and environmental supports—organized specifically by program type (e.g., life skills, autism support, or resource settings).
Speakers
avatar for Diana Olsen

Diana Olsen

PEIMS Specialist/Purchasing, Administration
I have 16 years’ experience in Education, serving as an Administrative Assistant to two Superintendents and two Special Education Directors, and 31 years as a Pharmacy Technician (both hospital and retail), managed a compounding lab, and chemotherapy compounding for the Mayo Clinic... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
AISD Admin Texas PD Room 151 W. Rosamond Pkwy
  Sped

10:00am CDT

Classroom Strategies for Life Skills Paras
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A102
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores practical, everyday instructional and behavioral strategies designed specifically for paraprofessionals working in Life Skills classrooms. Participants will learn how to effectively implement individualized routines that foster student independence in functional academics, communication, and daily living skills. The session will also highlight techniques for delivering consistent prompting hierarchies, utilizing visual schedules, setting up structured workstations, and safely supporting students during transitions to maximize success throughout the school day.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Reed

Julie Reed

Teacher, Anna High School
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A102
  Sped

10:00am CDT

Empowering Para Professionals: Roles, Responsibilities, and Collaboration
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A103
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the vital partnership between educators and paraprofessionals, focusing on how to clearly define roles and maximize instructional impact in the classroom. Participants will learn how to delineate responsibilities regarding IEP implementation, behavior support, and data collection while maintaining compliance with legal guidelines. The session will also highlight effective communication frameworks, scheduling strategies, and collaborative practices that empower paraprofessionals to feel confident, valued, and fully integrated into the instructional team.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Holacka

Susan Holacka

Lead Educational Diagnostician, Administration
Lead Educaitonal Diagnostician 
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A103 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

10:00am CDT

Preparing for Successful ARD Meetings
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A107
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the essential steps and collaborative practices necessary to facilitate smooth, positive, and legally compliant Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings. Participants will learn how to proactively prepare by analyzing student data, drafting compliant IEP components, and communicating with families well before the meeting date. The session will also highlight frameworks for running efficient meetings, managing campus dynamics, navigating difficult conversations with professionalism, and ensuring all required team members are actively engaged to keep the focus entirely on student success.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jacob Fischer

Dr. Jacob Fischer

Director of Special Education, Administration
Dr. Jacob Fischer serves as the Director of Special Education for Anna ISD. With experience as a special education teacher, educational diagnostician, and leader in multiple roles, Dr. Fischer offers a comprehensive perspective on supporting students with disabilities. He is committed... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

10:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (2 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

10:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 2 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

10:00am CDT

STAR/LINKS Program for Elementary SOCO 2/3
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B121
Limited Capacity seats available
This three-part session explores the implementation of the STAR and LINKS programs tailored specifically for secondary Social Communication (SOCO) environments. Participants will learn how to transition from intensive discrete trials to naturalistic, real-world routines that promote independence for older students. The session will also highlight strategies for utilizing the LINKS online assessment, implementing individual and group instructional plans, tracking progress on functional life skills, and preparing secondary students for successful postsecondary environments.
Speakers
AD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

10:00am CDT

Success Ed: Creating ARD Notices, IEPs, and Progress Reports (Repeat)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the core compliance workflows within the SuccessEd platform, focusing on the efficient creation and management of critical special education documentation. Participants will learn step-by-step procedures for generating compliant ARD/IEP notices, drafting comprehensive IEP documents, and accurately updating student progress reports. The session will also highlight time-saving tips within the software, data verification practices to ensure legal compliance, and workflows for seamlessly sharing documentation with campus teams and families.
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Earley

Audrey Earley

Assistant Director of Special Education, Administration
Assistant Director of Special Education in Anna ISD with more than 25 years in education and a focus on behavior management, Audrey Earley is committed to creating supportive and inclusive learning environments for all students. She works closely with staff and families to ensure... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

11:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (3 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

11:00am CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 3 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

11:00am CDT

SPED Lesson Planning and Curriculum Resources (Repeat)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the essential frameworks and practical strategies special education teachers use to design effective, standards-aligned lesson plans that meet diverse learner needs. Participants will learn how to analyze individualized education program (IEP) goals, select appropriate high-quality curriculum resources, and embed evidence-based accommodations directly into daily instruction. The session will also highlight workflows for creating modified materials, balancing inclusion or resource schedules, and leveraging district-provided tools to maximize instructional time and accelerate student growth.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Walker

Erin Walker

Special Education Coordinator, Administration
Special Education Coordinator
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

11:00am CDT

STAR/LINKS Program for Elementary SOCO 3/3
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B121
Limited Capacity seats available
This three-part session explores the implementation of the STAR and LINKS programs tailored specifically for secondary Social Communication (SOCO) environments. Participants will learn how to transition from intensive discrete trials to naturalistic, real-world routines that promote independence for older students. The session will also highlight strategies for utilizing the LINKS online assessment, implementing individual and group instructional plans, tracking progress on functional life skills, and preparing secondary students for successful postsecondary environments.
Speakers
AD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

11:00am CDT

Structuring Success: Classroom Management for Secondary SPED Settings
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS A107
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores practical, age-appropriate classroom management frameworks tailored specifically for the unique dynamics of secondary special education settings. Participants will learn how to design structured physical environments, establish predictable routines, and implement proactive behavioral interventions that minimize disruptions and maximize instructional time. The session will also highlight strategies for collaborative emotional regulation, de-escalation techniques for older students, and systems for tracking behavioral progress to foster independence and a positive classroom culture.
Speakers
avatar for Soleil Landreth

Soleil Landreth

Resource English, Anna High School
I’m a Resource-English teacher who loves creating a classroom that feels positive, connected, and genuinely fun. Building strong relationships with my students is at the heart of everything I do, and I’m always looking for creative ways to make English engaging. When I’m not... Read More →
avatar for Anne Pennprase-Hunt

Anne Pennprase-Hunt

Resource ELAR Teacher, Slayter Creek Middle School
This is my first certified year teaching, but I have been working in public schools since I was 19 years old! I fell in love with the idea of teaching special education when I was just 16 years old. I graduated from UNT in 2023.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

FIE Eligibility: Inclusionary & Exclusionary Factors Explained
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A103
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the critical framework of Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) eligibility determination, focusing on the careful analysis of inclusionary and exclusionary factors. Participants will learn how to identify required inclusionary criteria while systematically ruling out exclusionary factors—such as environmental disadvantage, lack of appropriate instruction, or limited English proficiency—to ensure legally compliant eligibility decisions. The session will also highlight data-collection strategies and collaborative reporting techniques to confidently defend evaluation results at the ARD table.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Shannon Akin

Dr. Shannon Akin

Lead School Psychologist, Administration
Dr. Shannon Akin holds a Diplomate in School Neuropsychology, Doctorate in Philosophy in Educational Psychology, Multi-Disciplinary Master of Science Degree in Counseling, Special Education, and Psychology, Master of Science Degree in Applied Psychology, and Bachelor of Science in... Read More →
KC

Katherine Cass

Special Education, Special Education Department
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A103 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

IEP Progress Monitoring and Documentation (Repeat)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the systematic collection and analysis of student performance data to ensure accurate, legally compliant IEP progress monitoring. Participants will learn how to design efficient tracking routines, align daily classroom data with specific IEP goals and objectives, and translate raw data into meaningful progress reports for families. The session will also highlight digital tools for streamlining documentation, strategies for maintaining organized data binders or digital sheets, and workflows for using progress data to drive instructional adjustments and prepare for upcoming annual IEP meetings.
Speakers
KF
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

Managing Your SPED Caseload: Roles, Responsibilities, and Best Practices
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A107
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the essential organizational frameworks and administrative strategies necessary for special education teachers to successfully manage their student caseloads. Participants will learn how to balance the diverse responsibilities of the role, from tracking compliance timelines and coordinating IEP meetings to collaborating with general education teachers and service providers. The session will also highlight practical best practices for data collection, maintaining organized student files, and setting up daily routines that protect instructional time while ensuring all legal and procedural requirements are met.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Holacka

Susan Holacka

Lead Educational Diagnostician, Administration
Lead Educaitonal Diagnostician 
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

Managing Your SPED Caseload: Roles, Responsibilities, and Best Practices
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A107
This session will provide special education staff with practical tools, resources, and expectations connected to the session topic. Participants will leave with strategies they can apply in their roles.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Holacka

Susan Holacka

Lead Educational Diagnostician, Administration
Lead Educaitonal Diagnostician 
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (4 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Dyslexia Therapists 4 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B124
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Kennedy

Allison Kennedy

Dyslexia Therapist, Bryant Elementary
Allison Kennedy, CALT, is a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist with 15 years of service at Anna ISD's JKB campus. Her background includes experience as a K-2 teacher and reading specialist. As the Dyslexia Therapist for the past six years, her primary focus is ensuring students view reading... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B124 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 4 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

1:15pm CDT

STAR/LINKS Program for Secondary SOCO Part 1/3
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B121
This session will continue training on program structures, instructional routines, and student support strategies. Participants will review implementation practices and planning considerations for supporting students through the SOCO program model.
Speakers
R
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

Administrator's Role in ARDs and MDRs
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS A107
This session will review key responsibilities, documentation expectations, and best practices for supporting compliant and effective student support processes.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jacob Fischer

Dr. Jacob Fischer

Director of Special Education, Administration
Dr. Jacob Fischer serves as the Director of Special Education for Anna ISD. With experience as a special education teacher, educational diagnostician, and leader in multiple roles, Dr. Fischer offers a comprehensive perspective on supporting students with disabilities. He is committed... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS A107 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (5 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Dyslexia Therapists 5 of 6
OPEN0.75 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B124
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Kennedy

Allison Kennedy

Dyslexia Therapist, Bryant Elementary
Allison Kennedy, CALT, is a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist with 15 years of service at Anna ISD's JKB campus. Her background includes experience as a K-2 teacher and reading specialist. As the Dyslexia Therapist for the past six years, her primary focus is ensuring students view reading... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B124 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 5 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

STAR/LINKS Program for Secondary SOCO Part 2/3
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B121
This session will continue training on program structures, instructional routines, and student support strategies. Participants will review implementation practices and planning considerations for supporting students through the SOCO program model.
Speakers
R
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

2:15pm CDT

Zones of Regulation Curriculum Resources and Online Platform
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the implementation of the Zones of Regulation curriculum and its accompanying digital resources to foster student self-regulation and emotional control. Participants will learn how to teach the four color-coded zones to help students identify their feelings, understand their triggers, and select appropriate coping strategies. The session will also highlight how to navigate the online platform to access lesson plans, interactive tools, and downloadable materials designed to integrate self-regulation practices into both specialized and general education classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Audrey Earley

Audrey Earley

Assistant Director of Special Education, Administration
Assistant Director of Special Education in Anna ISD with more than 25 years in education and a focus on behavior management, Audrey Earley is committed to creating supportive and inclusive learning environments for all students. She works closely with staff and families to ensure... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

3:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Diagnosticians and School Psychologists (6 of 6)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B122
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
SH
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B122 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

3:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Dyslexia Therapists 6 of 6
OPEN0.75 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B124
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Allison Kennedy

Allison Kennedy

Dyslexia Therapist, Bryant Elementary
Allison Kennedy, CALT, is a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist with 15 years of service at Anna ISD's JKB campus. Her background includes experience as a K-2 teacher and reading specialist. As the Dyslexia Therapist for the past six years, her primary focus is ensuring students view reading... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B124 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

3:15pm CDT

SPED Evaluator Collaboration: Speech Therapists and Related Services 6 of 6
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B123
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides targeted collaboration time for evaluators to align practices, discuss team-specific topics, and strengthen processes that support compliant and effective student evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Cherie Minchey

Cherie Minchey

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, Slayter Creek Middle School
I currently serve as the speech-language pathologist (SLP) for both middle schools in Anna ISD. Throughout my career, I have provided speech services to students in the early childhood (ECSE), elementary, middle school, and high school settings. This is my 18th year working in Anna... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B123 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
  Sped

3:15pm CDT

SPED Lesson Planning Workshop: Setting Up for Success in Chalk (Repeat)
OPEN1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS A105
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the practical steps for integrating special education lesson planning with the Chalk digital planner platform to start the school year organized and compliant. Participants will learn how to customize their Chalk templates to reflect unique service delivery models, schedule instructional blocks for resource or co-teach settings, and embed student accommodations directly into daily plans. The session will also highlight strategies for linking IEP goals to state standards within the platform, collaboration tools for sharing plans with co-teachers and administrators, and workflows for efficient week-to-week planning.
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Erin Walker

Special Education Coordinator, Administration
Special Education Coordinator
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS A105 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
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STAR/LINKS Program for Secondary SOCO Part 3/3
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B121
This session will continue training on program structures, instructional routines, and student support strategies. Participants will review implementation practices and planning considerations for supporting students through the SOCO program model.
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B121 Anna High School, 1107 West Rosamond Parkway, Anna, TX 75409
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