Anna ISD Launch Week: Back to School 2026: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

Writing Behavior Intervention Plans for Special Ed.

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT

This session explores the data-driven process of drafting and implementing effective, legally compliant Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students receiving special education services. Participants will learn how to translate Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) findings into actionable intervention strategies, focusing on teaching replacement behaviors and modifying environmental triggers. The session will also highlight frameworks for defining targeted behaviors, outlining proactive and reactive strategies, establishing consistent tracking methods, and collaborating with classroom staff to ensure fidelity of implementation.

Speakers

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 →

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS A102

Sped

10:00am CDT

Classroom Strategies for Life Skills Paras

1.00 PD

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

AHS A102

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, supporting processing speed, implementing positive reinforcement, using common phrases, setting up structured workstations, and safely supporting students during transitions to maximize success throughout the school day.

Speakers

Julie Reed

Teacher, Anna High School

Prompt+Hierarchy material 7282515 (2) pdf

Critical Attributes for Life Skills Classroom 2025 2026 docx

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS A102

Sped

1:15pm CDT

My Math & Reading Academy (ABC Mouse) for the Pre-K Classroom Part 1 of 3

0.75 PD

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT

AHS A102

1st of 3 continuous sessions
In this professional development we will connect virtually with the ABC Mouse presenter and be trained in the new My Math & My Reading Academies that will be used this year in you Pre-K classrooms.

Speakers

Brianna Contreras

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS A102

Pre-K

2:15pm CDT

My Math & reading Academy (ABC Mouse) for the Pre-K Classroom Part 2 of 3

0.75 PD

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT

AHS A102

2nd of 3 continuous sessions
In this professional development we will connect virtually with the ABC Mouse presenter and be trained in the new My Math & My Reading Academies that will be used this year in you Pre-K classrooms.

Speakers

Brianna Contreras

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS A102

Pre-K

3:15pm CDT

My Math & Reading Academy (ABC Mouse) for the Pre-K Classroom Part 3 of 3

0.75 PD

Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT

AHS A102

3rd of 3 continuous sessions
In this professional development we will connect virtually with the ABC Mouse presenter and be trained in the new My Math & My Reading Academies that will be used this year in you Pre-K classrooms.

Speakers

Brianna Contreras

Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS A102

Pre-K

Anna ISD Launch Week: Back to School 2026

9:00am CDT

Dr. Shannon Akin

10:00am CDT

Julie Reed

1:15pm CDT

Brianna Contreras

2:15pm CDT

Brianna Contreras

3:15pm CDT

Brianna Contreras

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