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20 in 20: Rapid-Fire Strategies for Classroom Engagement
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:03am MDT
Speakers
Digital Teaching & Learning Specialist, Canyons School District
Emma Moss is a Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist and AI Project Co-Lead in Canyons School District, as well as the Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Program Director in Utah. She founded the Utah AI Collaborative and leads monthly meet-ups on AI and innovation in education...
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Canva Reimagined: Unlock the Magic
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am 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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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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9:45am MDT
Beyond Aspire Plus: Navigating the Transition in High School Assessment
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
Speakers
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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9:45am MDT
The Power of Student Voice: Enhancing Literacy Through Oral Language
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
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K-3 Literacy Specialist, USBE - Utah State Board of Education
Denice Maedgen is a K-3 Literacy Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education (USBE). She previously served as the USBE Coach of Coaches. Denice has a wealth of experience in education, including 9 years teaching grades 1-3, 3 years as a literacy coach, and 2 years as an elementary...
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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
Speakers
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
9:45am MDT
Patterns & Partnerships
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:45am - 12:10pm MDT
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Teacher Resource Coordinator, Red Butte Garden & Arboretum
Heather has over 20 years of experience in both formal and informal education K-12. Most of that has been spent in informal science education working with statewide programs that include outreach, teacher resources, professional development and writing curriculum to support state...
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11:10am MDT
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
Engagement 101
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers
Instructional Coach, South Summit School District
Melissa Metcalf is another Instructional Coach in South Summit School District. She has 13 years of experience in Alpine and South Summit School District. She has taught kindergarten, 1st grade, 3rd grade, and been a reading specialist before taking on the role of Instructional Coach...
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Exploring Utah's Writing Benchmark Platform
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers
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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11:10am MDT
Intro to PCBL: Guiding Principles & Strategies for Improving Learning
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers
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
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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11:52am MDT
Igniting STEAM
Thursday July 16, 2026 11:52am - 12:10pm MDT
Speakers
Digital Teaching and Learning Coach, NUES - Northeastern Utah Educational Services
Kathleen Riebe is a Digital Teaching and Learning coach with NUES, Northeastern Utah Education Service Center. Prior to NUES, Kathleen worked as an Educational Technology Specialist with Granite School. She received her Master's from USU and is attending SUU. In her free time, she...
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1:30pm MDT
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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
Art Tools and Teacher Tricks
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 3:50pm MDT
Speakers
BTS Arts Integration Coach
Liz Brown is a BTS Art Integration educator. She was the 2025 Utah Art Educator of the Year for the National Art Education Association and the 2024 Art Educator of the Year for the Utah Art Education Association. She is passionate about arts integration and children getting the opportunity...
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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
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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
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3D Science lessons- Gravity and Inertia
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Speakers
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.