Region 18 Round-Up 2025: Learning Under the West Texas Sun: Full Schedule

9:32am CDT

Curipod for 100% Student Engagement

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:32am - 10:27am CDT

Spark creativity and dynamic discussions to make learning rigorous and fun. In this session, discover how to leverage AI to plan creative full classroom experiences and provide an immediate feedback loop that drives achievement (increase ‘meets’ and ‘masters’ 22%). Then, Curipod’s insight reports will be used to capture both classroom-wide and individual progress, providing valuable data to inform and refine instructional strategies. Walk away with a ready-to-use lesson customized to meet the needs of your classroom.

Speakers

Heather Brantley

Events and Community Specialist, Curipod

Heather Brantley is a passionate expert in leveraging technology to enhance classroom learning. With a strong background as a classroom teacher, she understands the challenges and opportunities educators face in today’s digital age. As an Events and Community Specialist, Heather... Read More →

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:32am - 10:27am CDT
Theater 2811 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX 79706, USA

Elementary, General

Audience Grades 3-5, Grades K-5
Subject Technology, General

1:00pm CDT

Using MAP to Assess Your Impact on Student Growth

Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 1:55pm CDT

Conference Room E

Explore the tangible impact teachers have on student growth using the NWEA MAP growth test. Leave with strategies to bridge the gap between what is happening instructionally in the classroom and student growth. This session will empower teachers with strategies to measure and maximize their impact, fostering a growth mindset that translates into meaningful progress for every learner.

Speakers

Julian Castillo

Principal, 4th and 5th grades, Fort Stockton ISD Intermediate School

Julian Castillo is a dedicated educator with 19 years of experience in education, including 13 years in administrative leadership. Throughout his career, he has served as a K-12 principal and business manager, demonstrating a strong commitment to student success and school improvement... Read More →

Rebekah Huffman

Campus Curriculum Director, 4th and 5th grades, Fort Stockton ISD Intermediate School

Rebekah Huffman is an experienced educator and curriculum leader with a passion for student growth and instructional excellence. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2016) and earned... Read More →

Shannon O'Tierney

Assistant Principal, 4th and 5th grades, Fort Stockton ISD Intermediate

Shannon has spent the last 11 years in education, with the past 5 years in administration. She currently serves as the Assistant Principal at Fort Stockton Intermediate School, where she is dedicated to supporting both students and educators in achieving their fullest potential.Shannon... Read More →

Using MAP to Assess Your Impact on Student Growth pdf

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Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 1:55pm CDT
Conference Room E 2811 La Force Blvd, Midland, TX 79706, USA