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Anna ISD Launch Week: Back to School 2026
Venue: AHS B111 clear filter
Tuesday, July 28
 

1:15pm CDT

4th Science Teachers: Curriculum + Lessons
OPEN
Tuesday July 28, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
CY

Chinar Young

IC / ESL 2, Administration
Tuesday July 28, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B111

1:15pm CDT

9-12 English: Curriculum + Lessons
OPEN
Tuesday July 28, 2026 1:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
ET

Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Tuesday July 28, 2026 1:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B111

2:15pm CDT

5th Science Teachers: Curriculum + Lessons
OPEN
Tuesday July 28, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
CY

Chinar Young

IC / ESL 2, Administration
Tuesday July 28, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B111

3:15pm CDT

3rd Science Teachers: Curriculum + Lessons
OPEN
Tuesday July 28, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers
CY

Chinar Young

IC / ESL 2, Administration
Tuesday July 28, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B111
 
Wednesday, July 29
 

9:00am CDT

During Class, By Design: Small Group Tutoring That Changes Everything
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
This session will focus on using small-group tutoring during class to make targeted support more intentional and effective. Participants will review structures, planning moves, and strategies for maximizing student learning in real time.
Speakers
ET

Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
AHS B111

10:00am CDT

Author's Craft: Teaching Beyond the Story
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
This required session will help secondary English teachers move beyond basic story elements to teach author’s craft with purpose. Participants will explore strategies for analyzing choices, deepening discussion, and connecting craft to student writing.
Speakers
ET

Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
AHS B111

1:15pm CDT

During Class, By Design: Small Group Tutoring That Changes Everything
1.00 PD
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
This session will focus on using small-group tutoring during class to make targeted support more intentional and effective. Participants will review structures, planning moves, and strategies for maximizing student learning in real time.
Speakers
ET

Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
AHS B111

2:15pm CDT

Author's Craft: Teaching Beyond the Story
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
This required session will help secondary English teachers move beyond basic story elements to teach author’s craft with purpose. Participants will explore strategies for analyzing choices, deepening discussion, and connecting craft to student writing.
Speakers
ET

Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
AHS B111

3:15pm CDT

What We Say & How We Say It Matters
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
This session will explore how teacher language shapes classroom culture, student confidence, and engagement. Participants will reflect on practical shifts in wording that support clarity, respect, and stronger learning relationships.
Speakers
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Mindi Vandagriff

Teaching and Learning, Administration
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." W.B. Yeats | My passion for teaching and learning spills over into every aspect of my life. Previously an elementary school teacher (primarily 4th grade), I currently serve as the Coordinator of Professional & Digital... Read More →
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Emily Thompson

Administration
As the Secondary RLA Instructional Coordinator, Emily Thompson brings decades of teaching experience, instructional coaching, and curriculum design to the table. She is passionate about modeling engaging lessons and equipping educators with tools to succeed.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
AHS B111
 
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