Mid-Buchanan EdCamp: Full Schedule

8:00am PDT

Access vs. Change: Making Sense of Accommodations & Modifications

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

What’s the difference between accommodations and modifications—and how do we use each effectively? This Edcamp session will focus on clarifying these two essential supports and how they impact student access to learning and expectations for performance.Participants will explore practical examples, share strategies for implementation, and discuss how to align supports with IEPs, 504...
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Speakers

Paula Chambers

Partners in Compliance

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Checking for Understanding: Making Formative Assessment Work

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

How do we know if students are learning in the moment—not just at the end? This Edcamp session focuses on practical, effective formative assessment strategies that inform instruction and improve student outcomes. From quick checks for understanding to ongoing progress monitoring, we’ll explore ways to gather meaningful data without overwhelming teachers or students.Participants will...
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Speakers

Jessica Boyer

Ag Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Megan Meyer

Math Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Classroom Management - High School Edition

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

Managing a high school classroom requires more than rules—it requires clear procedures, strong relationships, and proactive communication. This professional development session is designed specifically for high school educators seeking to build a structured yet responsive classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and academic focus.Participants will explore practical...
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Speakers

Colby Gibson

Assistant High School Principal, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Making Sense of Sensory: How Sensory Integration Impacts Behavior, Attention, and Learning

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

New Presenter - This dynamic professional development session delves into the concept of sensory integration and its powerful influence on student behavior, attention, regulation, and academic performance. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of how the brain processes sensory input—such as touch, movement, sound, and visual stimuli—and what happens when sensory processing is...
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Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Through a Trauma-Informed Lens: Supporting the Whole Child

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

Understanding the impact of trauma is essential to creating safe, supportive learning environments. This Edcamp session focuses on trauma-informed practices that help educators respond to student needs with empathy, consistency, and care.Participants will explore how trauma can affect behavior, learning, and relationships, and share strategies for building trust, promoting regulation, and creating...
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Speakers

Emylee King

Behavior Consultant, NWRPDC

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Weblink

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

This required session will introduce WEBLINK, our new HR portal, and ensure all staff are prepared to use it effectively. We’ll walk through key features such as accessing pay information, completing required forms, managing benefits, and navigating everyday HR tasks.

Speakers

Lindsay Fritz

IT, Mid Buchanan R-V

I have been an educator for 17 years! For the last 5 years I have been serving as an educational technology integration specialist after spending 12 years as a secondary science teacher. I love trying to find meaningful ways to develop teachers' confidence and ability in effective... Read More →

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

8:00am PDT

Who Qualifies? Understanding Special Education Eligibility

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

Determining whether a student qualifies for special education services can feel complex and, at times, confusing. This Edcamp session invites educators to unpack the basics of eligibility—what it means, how decisions are made, and what data matters most.Participants will collaborate around key components such as referral processes, evaluation data, disability categories, and the role of...
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Speakers

Kathy Daniel

Director of Special Services, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Access vs. Change: Making Sense of Accommodations & Modifications

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Speakers

Paula Chambers

Partners in Compliance

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Checking for Understanding: Making Formative Assessment Work

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Speakers

Megan Meyer

Math Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Jessica Boyer

Ag Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Classroom Management - Elementary School Edition

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Managing an elementary classroom takes more than just a behavior chart—it requires strong routines, positive relationships, and consistent communication. This professional development session is designed for elementary educators who want practical, age-appropriate strategies to build a calm, structured, and nurturing classroom where students can thrive.Participants will explore how to...
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Speakers

Jaime Barnard

Assistant Elementary School Principal, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Small Muscles, Big Impact: Understanding Fine Motor Skills and Their Role in Writing Development

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

New Presenter - This session focuses on the essential role fine motor skills play in students' writing development. Participants will explore how foundational skills—such as pencil grasp, hand strength, finger dexterity, and bilateral coordination—directly influence handwriting fluency, legibility, stamina, and written expression.

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Through a Trauma-Informed Lens: Supporting the Whole Child

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Speakers

Emylee King

Behavior Consultant, NWRPDC

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Weblink

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Speakers

Lindsay Fritz

IT, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

9:00am PDT

Who Qualifies? Understanding Special Education Eligibility

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Speakers

Kathy Daniel

Director of Special Services, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

Clear Targets: Using Success Criteria to Drive Learning

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

When students know what success looks like, they’re more likely to achieve it. This Edcamp session focuses on developing and using clear, student-friendly success criteria to guide instruction, support self-assessment, and improve outcomes.Participants will explore how to create meaningful success criteria aligned to learning targets, share examples across content areas, and discuss...
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Speakers

Nicole Kneib

3rd Grade Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

I’m a proud mom of three, married to my wonderful husband of 19 years. I teach third grade at Mid- Buchanan Elementary. I’m passionate about embracing new technologies and strategies to create an engaging learning environment for my students. Outside the classroom, I love reading... Read More →

Thereasa Boldridge

Science Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

De-escalation Strategies That Work

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

When emotions run high, the way we respond can either calm a situation or intensify it. This Edcamp session focuses on practical de-escalation strategies, with an emphasis on using tone, language, and body cues to support students in moments of distress.Participants will share real-life experiences and explore techniques for staying regulated, building trust, and responding in ways that preserve...
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Speakers

Kathy Daniel

Director of Special Services, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

From Plan to Progress: Making Reading Success Plans Work - High School Edition

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Reading Success Plans are designed to support students in building strong literacy skills—but how do we ensure they lead to real growth? This Edcamp session focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring effective Reading Success Plans that are targeted, data-driven, and actionable.Participants will explore ways to identify student needs, align interventions, and track progress over time....
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Speakers

Paige Burns

Reading Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

More Than Behavior: Bringing Social Emotional Learning to Life

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is more than a program—it’s a foundation for student success. In this Edcamp session, we’ll explore practical ways to embed SEL into daily instruction, build strong relationships, and support students in developing self-awareness, self-management, social skills, and responsible decision-making.

Speakers

Aaron Bass

Special Education Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

Self-Care and Work-Life Balance: Thriving as an Educator

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Teaching is a rewarding but demanding profession that can easily lead to stress and burnout if self-care is overlooked. This session focuses on practical strategies educators can use to maintain their well-being and achieve a healthy work-life balance.Participants will explore ways to recognize signs of stress, set boundaries, manage time effectively, and incorporate restorative...
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Speakers

Aubree Raines

Counselor, Mid Buchanan R-V

Bridget Zabel

Counselor, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

Through a Trauma-Informed Lens: Supporting the Whole Child

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Speakers

Emylee King

Behavior Consultant, NWRPDC

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

10:00am PDT

Weblink

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Speakers

Lindsay Fritz

IT, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

Ask Better, Get Better: The Power of Question Design

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

The questions we ask shape the thinking we get. This Edcamp session focuses on designing purposeful questions that promote deeper understanding, critical thinking, and meaningful student engagement.Participants will explore strategies for crafting questions at varying levels of rigor, encouraging student discourse, and checking for understanding in real time. We’ll share examples, discuss common...
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Speakers

Joan Bateman

Science Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Sammy Bunch

Science Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

Behavior That Communicates: Understanding & Responding Effectively

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Student behavior is a form of communication—but how we interpret and respond makes all the difference. This Edcamp session focuses on understanding the “why” behind behavior and using proactive, supportive strategies to improve outcomes for students.Participants will explore approaches such as identifying triggers, teaching replacement behaviors, and using consistent responses that...
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Speakers

Emylee King

Behavior Consultant, NWRPDC

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

Clear Targets: Using Success Criteria to Drive Learning

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Speakers

Thereasa Boldridge

Science Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Nicole Kneib

3rd Grade Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

De-escalation Strategies That Work

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Speakers

Kathy Daniel

Director of Special Services, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

From Plan to Progress: Making Reading Success Plans Work - Elementary School Edition

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Speakers

Paige Burns

Reading Teacher, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

Self-Care and Work-Life Balance: Thriving as an Educator

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Speakers

Aubree Raines

Counselor, Mid Buchanan R-V

Bridget Zabel

Counselor, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

11:00am PDT

Weblink

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT

Speakers

Lindsay Fritz

IT, Mid Buchanan R-V

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am PDT