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Why Some PLCs Pop and Other Don't: Small Shifts That Lead to Big Results
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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Assistant Clinical Professor, Brigham Young University
David Boren grew up on a small farm in Northern Idaho before heading to BYU to study elementary education. He loved his years in the public schools as a teacher and administrator, and during those years worked on a master’s and PhD in Educational Leadership from BYU. He is now starting...
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10 Minute Movement ideas for Language Arts k-6th grade
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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Professional Development Director, University of Utah Tanner Dance
ASHLEY BOYACK received her BFA from the University of Utah and MAT from the University of Northern Colorado. She joined the Lawrence Arts Center in 2010, where she was Artistic Director of the Youth Dance Theater. While at LAC she created the modern dance curriculum and served as...
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Beyond Aspire Plus: Navigating the Transition in High School Assessment
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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Presenter, Utah State Board of Education
Teresa McEntire is the Elementary ELA Assessment Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education. She has a master's degree in School Administration and a bachelor's in Elementary Education. She spent eleven years in the classroom in grades 3-6 and three years as an administrator...
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Secondary Science Assessment Specialist, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Sam Tinkey is a Secondary Science Assessment Specialist with USBE. She is an experienced educator and researcher with 11 years in Utah’s public school system, including eight years as a secondary science teacher. Her classroom experience informs her work in improving how instructional...
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Commemorate America250 Utah with History, Civics, and Heart
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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Manager of K-12 Initiatives, Utah Historical Society
Wendy Rex Atzet earned her doctorate in U.S. History at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she also served for four years as a coordinator for the state National History Day program. She was thrilled to return to National History Day in 2013 when she took the helm of this...
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Getting Your New Teachers to Stay: Research to Impact Practice in Small Schools
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 12:10pm MDT
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Doctoral Researcher, University of Utah, Education Leadership and Policy
I bring 27 years of experience in public education, beginning as a special education teacher and later serving as a grant writer and secondary administrator in the Salt Lake City School District.
For the past 17 years, I have led in a range of school settings, including small district charter schools, alternative high schools, and large comprehensive high schools. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities schools face across different...
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Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 12:10pm
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AU - Auditorium Foyer
351 W. University Blvd., Cedar City, UT 84720
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Scam Academy - Teaching Students to Outsmart the Algorithms
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers
IT Product Manager, UEN - Utah Education Network
Dr. Dani Sloan helps educators lead, research, and teach digital citizenship. She's a UEN Product Manager and Instructor at the University of Utah. She is a former Elementary Teacher and current mom to a seventh grader. Dani is passionate about preparing students for a digital world...
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11:10am MDT
Managing Change as a New School Administrator
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
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Director of Graduate Programs, Education, Southern Utah University
Doug Stump teaches in the Educational Leadership program at Southern Utah University. Doug has 18 years experience in Pk-12 schools as a teacher, mid-level administrator and head of school. Doug has worked with schools in Virginia, rural western New York and Texas. He has 14 years...
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11:10am MDT
Everything that Matters Begins with Trust: How to Create It, Sustain It, and Restore It
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
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Associate Professor, Program Director K-12 Educational Leadership, UVU - Utah Valley University
Dale Cox is an Associate Professor and the Program Director of K-12 Educational Leadership at Utah Valley University. He received his doctorate in educational leadership from Lehigh University, his M.Ed. in educational administration from Arizona State University, and his B.A. in...
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11:10am MDT
Intro to PCBL: Guiding Principles & Strategies for Improving Learning
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
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Senior Product Trainer, UEN - Utah Education Network
Kayla Towner is a Senior Product Trainer at the Utah Education Network (UEN) and, first and foremost, a passionate educator. She loves spending time with her family—playing soccer ⚽️, reading books 📚, hiking 🥾, and adventuring across Utah 🏔️. Kayla is dedicated to...
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11:10am MDT
Chaos Coordinators: Frontload the Calm, Teach the Tough
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers KC
BCBA, School Psychologist Intern
Behavior Specialist, BCaBA, LABA, NUES - Northeastern Utah Educational Services
Dana Blazzard is a licensed educator and behavior specialist who supports students across northern Utah through FBAs, BIPs, and collaboration with school teams. She is committed to creating positive environments where students can thrive.Outside of her professional work, Dana enjoys...
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11:10am MDT
The Science of Learning in Utah Math Classrooms
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
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State Board Member, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Jennie's commitment to education is showcased by her 7 ½ years of service on the State Board of Education two of those years were spent serving in a vice chair position. Throughout her tenure, she has been an integral part of numerous committees and initiatives. Her roles...
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1:30pm MDT
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From Fragmented to Focused: Strengthening Your School’s System of Support
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Speakers
Assistant Clinical Professor, Brigham Young University
David Boren grew up on a small farm in Northern Idaho before heading to BYU to study elementary education. He loved his years in the public schools as a teacher and administrator, and during those years worked on a master’s and PhD in Educational Leadership from BYU. He is now starting...
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1:30pm MDT
Leading High Leverage Practices in Schools
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
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Leadership Development Coordinator, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Dr. Quinn Kellis is the Leadership Development Coordinator at USBE. He leads the USBE School Improvement team, is the Accreditation Liaison, Rural Schools Liaison, and chair of the Utah Coalition of Education Leaders. He is a former superintendent from Arizona where he served 32 years...
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Writing Formative Assessment Clusters
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 3:50pm MDT
Speakers
Elementary Math and Science Assessment Specialist, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
I have been in Education for 20+ years. Approximately half of that time was as an elementary school teacher of students in grades 2, 3, and 4. The other half has been in multiple roles at USBE in the Assessment and Accountability section.
Elementary ELA Assessment Specialist, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Dallas holds a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction as well as a K-12 Reading Endorsement. She has served as both an elementary teacher and a Title I Coordinator, bringing over a decade of experience in supporting student achievement. In her current role, Dallas specializes...
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Secondary Science Assessment Specialist, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Sam Tinkey is a Secondary Science Assessment Specialist with USBE. She is an experienced educator and researcher with 11 years in Utah’s public school system, including eight years as a secondary science teacher. Her classroom experience informs her work in improving how instructional...
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1:30pm MDT
Evidence-Based Instruction Available to Your Area from The UURC
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 3:50pm MDT
Speakers
Reading Intervention Specialist, University of Utah Reading Clinic
Breyanna Evans received her B.S. in creative writing from Utah Valley University. Upon graduating, Breyanna worked as a reading intervention aide at Pinnacle Canyon Academy while she obtained her teaching license. She taught secondary English for three years, first for Pinnacle Canyon...
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2:50pm MDT
2:50pm MDT
Current Problems in School Leadership: A Think Tank Experience
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
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Principal, Monticello Elementary
Jenna Olson is the principal of Monticello Elementary, where she leads school improvement efforts focused on data-driven instruction and student growth. She has served on district leadership teams, mentored new principals, and is pursuing her EdD in Educational Leadership. Jenna is...
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2:50pm MDT
2:50pm MDT
Leaving Children Behind: Grade Retention in the 21st Century
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
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Dean and Professor in the Beverley Taylor Sorenson College of Education and Human Development, SUU - Southern Utah University
Dr. Pam Powell spent over two decades as an elementary teacher prior to her appointment in higher education at Northern Arizona University. While there, she served as Chair of the Department of Teaching and Learning and as Associate Dean of the College of Education. In the state of...
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2:50pm MDT
3D Science lessons- Gravity and Inertia
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
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Teacher, North Sanpete School District
My name is Westen Miller. I am a 6th grade Math and Science teacher. I work for North Sanpete School District at Fairview Elementary. I am a teacher participant in the BYU 3D-rst program.
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Implementing the Success Sequence: Key to Updated Health Education Standards
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
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Health Education Specialist and Title IV, Part A State Coordinator, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Jodi Parker is the Health Education Specialist and Title IV, Part A State Coordinator for the Utah State Board of Education. She is President for The Society of State Leaders for Health and Physical Education and supports advisory committees including the University of Utah Driving...
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