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ESC20 ONE Conference 2025 has ended
Registration is now open in Connect20 for the 2025 In Person ONE Conference! (Connect20 Session #100360) You must register in order to receive login information to create a personalized schedule. Invitations to join the Sched conference platform will be distributed beginning in January to registered attendees.

Registration fee is $125.

Location for event: 1314 Hines Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78208
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Friday, February 21
 

7:30am CST

Registration and Breakfasat
Friday February 21, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am CST
Maple; Mesquite; Oak; Pecan
Light continental breakfast items will be available.  Welcome remarks will begin at 8:30 AM in Maple, Mesquite, Oak, and Pecan rooms. Information will be shared about 'Resource Give Aways' before keynote begins at 8:30 AM
Friday February 21, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am CST
Maple; Mesquite; Oak; Pecan

8:30am CST

Welcome to the Jungle!: ​Gorillas and Wolves, and Elephants, Oh My! ​
Friday February 21, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Maple; Mesquite; Oak; Pecan
Jungles are diverse havens, home to over half of Earth’s species, playing a vital role in regulating climate and inspiring awe and wonder. This session will set us on the path together toward celebrating the wondrous jungle that is your classroom . . . also full of diversity, regulation of little ones, awe and wonder for all. The interconnectedness of the jungle relies greatly on communication, collaboration and joy. Let’s learn together how to learn together!

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Rogers

Lisa Rogers

Director, Educating Diverse Learners
I am proud to be a part of the educator tribe with many, many, I mean many years of experience in classrooms.  I find great joy in learning and growing together with students, teachers, teaching assistants, administrators, and parents!  So please talk to me about inclusive education... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Maple; Mesquite; Oak; Pecan
  Keynote

9:45am CST

Break: Visit Our Vendors
Friday February 21, 2025 9:45am - 10:15am CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia
Friday February 21, 2025 9:45am - 10:15am CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia

10:15am CST

Increasing Language and Literacy Development Through Pictures
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Pecan
A Picture is Worth A Thousand Words. There are multiple ways you can use a picture to enhance language and literacy development with our early learners. We will look at the Picture Word Induction Model (Calhoun, 1998) as a framework for utilizing pictures as a primary strategy to develop language and literacy skills for young students.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Shelly Bybee

Shelly Bybee

Deaf Education Consultant, Education Service Center, Region 20
For 29 years, Shelly Bybee, M.A. has provided support to students who receive special education services as well as the teachers, staff, and families who support these students. Her experience includes working in homes with families and in schools (early childhood, elementary, and... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Pecan
  Adapting, Literacy

10:15am CST

Literacy Launchpad: Enhancing Language & Literacy with Assistive Technology
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Mesquite
Join us for an engaging training session focused on making reading accessible, fun, and playful for children with disabilities aged 3-5. Discover how assistive technology can transform the reading experience, fostering a love for books and stories. Learn practical strategies and explore interactive tools designed to support early literacy development in a playful, inclusive, and engaging way. Whether you're an educator, caregiver, or parent, this session will equip you with the knowledge and resources to create a joyful reading environment for every child.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Pesina

Jennifer Pesina

ECSE Specialist, Region One ESC
Jennifer Pesina has had a multifaceted career in special education. She has worked with students served through special education as a paraprofessional, teacher, educational diagnostician, and special education coordinator. At the heart of each of Jennifer's roles, is that of an advocate... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Mesquite
  Adapting, Literacy

10:15am CST

Alphabet Knowledge: Too much too soon, too fast won’t last
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Oak
Too much too soon, too fast won’t last - Forget the
letter of the day or week! Learn how to teach alphabet knowledge at a
slow, but steady pace to foster joy, excitement, and long-lasting
learning. In this session, explore a variety of approaches that
encourage understanding, rather than rote learning of letter names and
sounds. Plus, discover how to use children's names, songs, and hands-on
activities to build alphabet knowledge that sticks.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for MaríaMercedes Champion

MaríaMercedes Champion

Pre-K Teacher, Alamo Heights Independent School District
¡Hola! My name is MaríaMercedes Champion, an early childhood teacher and consultant educated in Colombia, Spain and the USA, with over 19 years in the Pre-k classroom. I love creating songs, activities, and a playful rich language environment for my students. I am passionate about... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Oak
  Play, Literacy

10:15am CST

Supporting Foundational Literacy Skills in Pre-K and Kindergarten
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Pine
In this professional development session, participants will gain critical insights into early indicators of dyslexia and discover practical, evidence-based multisensory activities designed to support foundational literacy skills for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Megan Lozano

Megan Lozano

Dyslexia Consultant, Education Service Center, Region 20
Megan Lozano is a Dyslexia and Related Disorders Consultant at ESC Region 20. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist-Qualified Instructor, Licensed Dyslexia Therapist, and Educational Diagnostician. Before joining the team at Region 20, Megan has experience as a 7th grade... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Pine
  Play, PK-K

10:15am CST

The Bare Necessities for Better Behavior and Better Days
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Maple
The bare necessities for young children to thrive and show us their best selves include positive relationships, safe and loving environments, and being heard. This session will focus on wild and wonderful ways to provide the bare necessities for children throughout the day for more joy, stronger connections, and better behaviors for life.​

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Rogers

Lisa Rogers

Director, Educating Diverse Learners
I am proud to be a part of the educator tribe with many, many, I mean many years of experience in classrooms.  I find great joy in learning and growing together with students, teachers, teaching assistants, administrators, and parents!  So please talk to me about inclusive education... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CST
Maple
  Social Emotional Learning

11:15am CST

Lunch Provided by H-E-B
Friday February 21, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia
Friday February 21, 2025 11:15am - 12:30pm CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia
  Food

12:30pm CST

Literacy for Everyone: Building Inclusive Large Group Experiences: Part 1 (Must stay for Part 2, this is a 2 hour session with a break)
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Pecan
Literacy for Everyone: Building Inclusive Large Group Experiences covers strategies for engaging learners during Large Group time with shared control between adults and children. The session explores literacy development through engaging activities and fosters active learning experiences tailored to children with diverse needs.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Annette Jackson

Annette Jackson

Instructional Support Teacher- Early Childhood Special Education, Northside ISD- ECSE
 
avatar for Lindsay Thurmond

Lindsay Thurmond

Instructional Support Teacher- Early Childhood Special Education, Northside ISD
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Pecan
  Adapting, Literacy

12:30pm CST

The FAB 5 Bring Books Alive
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Mesquite
Yes, we all are capable of reading- what we need is practice bringing the JOY and WONDER of books to LIFE!! The rewards of taking a children’s book readings up a notch (or 2  or 3 ) are educational, entertaining and exciting and develop a love of reading -resulting in SPARKS of pure JOY!! Miss Anastasia Joy of The Twig Book Shop shares her knowledge of 25 years of storytelling and 10,000+ storytimes in her Fab 5 storytelling techniques, practice bringing books to life with real children’s books.

Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Miss Anastasia

Miss Anastasia

Children's StoryTeller and Events, The Twig Bookshop
Miss Anastasia, The Twig Book Shop's resident & traveling storyteller, shares her love of wild and wacky storytime, books, & children. 2020 will be her 20th year storytelling here in San Antonio!
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Mesquite
  Play, Literacy

12:30pm CST

Characters and Puppets as a MAGICAL Teaching Tool
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Oak
Puppets and characters are the perfect tools for capturing the attention of pre-kindergartners and building their social-emotional, math, and even
writing skills. Come find the perfect puppet or character for teaching difficult concepts, creating strong home-school connections, and growing your children's language and communication skills.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for MaríaMercedes Champion

MaríaMercedes Champion

Pre-K Teacher, Alamo Heights Independent School District
¡Hola! My name is MaríaMercedes Champion, an early childhood teacher and consultant educated in Colombia, Spain and the USA, with over 19 years in the Pre-k classroom. I love creating songs, activities, and a playful rich language environment for my students. I am passionate about... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Oak
  Social Emotional Learning, Literacy

12:30pm CST

The Bare Necessities for Better Behavior and Better Days
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Maple
The bare necessities for young children to thrive and show us their best selves include positive relationships, safe and loving environments, and being heard. This session will focus on wild and wonderful ways to provide the bare necessities for children throughout the day for more joy, stronger connections, and better behaviors for life.​

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Rogers

Lisa Rogers

Director, Educating Diverse Learners
I am proud to be a part of the educator tribe with many, many, I mean many years of experience in classrooms.  I find great joy in learning and growing together with students, teachers, teaching assistants, administrators, and parents!  So please talk to me about inclusive education... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Maple
  Social Emotional Learning

12:30pm CST

Symbolic Representation - Bring Writing Alive: Part 1 (Must attend Part 2, this is a 2 hour session with a break)
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Pine
In this session we will cover the developmental stages of writing, the physical skills needed to support writing development, the development of symbolic representation and provide techniques on how to support the various skills and stages of development through play.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Heinrich

Sarah Heinrich

Innovation Coordinator, PreK 4 SA
Sarah Heinrich is a steadfast advocate of inclusive education and interdisciplinary early learning, devoted to child development, neuroscience and the belief that society is better when we embrace our differences as a strength. With 20 years of experience teaching, coaching, and training... Read More →
TH

Tonya Hibbler-Theard

Pre-K 4SA Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator, PreK4SA
Meet Tonya Hibbler-Theard, a passionate early childhood curriculum and instruction coordinator with extensive experience in education. Tonya coaches educators and instructional specialists to implement research-based practices that create high-quality learning experiences for young... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Pine
  Writing

1:45pm CST

Snack and Visit our Vendors
Friday February 21, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia
Pick up one snack per person and peruse our vendors!
Friday February 21, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm CST
Hickory, Laurel & Magnolia
  Food

2:15pm CST

Literacy for Everyone: Building Inclusive Large Group Experiences: Part 2 (Must have attended Part 1 to attend)
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Pecan
Literacy for Everyone: Building Inclusive Large Group Experiences covers strategies for engaging learners during Large Group time with shared control between adults and children. The session explores literacy development through engaging activities and fosters active learning experiences tailored to children with diverse needs.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Annette Jackson

Annette Jackson

Instructional Support Teacher- Early Childhood Special Education, Northside ISD- ECSE
 
avatar for Lindsay Thurmond

Lindsay Thurmond

Instructional Support Teacher- Early Childhood Special Education, Northside ISD
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Pecan
  Adapting, Literacy

2:15pm CST

Thriving Together: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Environments for Children with Autism
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Maple
Explore the unique challenges and strengths of children with Autism, and learn how to build a bright future for all children by creating an inclusive and effective learning environment.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Oralia Lara-Vargas

Oralia Lara-Vargas

Director, Managing Specialized Instruction
I enjoy sharing my love of Special Education through professional development. The interaction is great and I always keep learning from my audience! Consulting is also a great way to share strategies to ensure that our wonderful students are successful!
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Maple
  Adapting, Adapting

2:15pm CST

¡Cantando Aprendo: Habilidades Socioemocionales y académicas!
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Oak
La música es una manera lúdica y divertida de aprender conceptos que a
veces son difíciles de enseñar. Esta sesión estará llena de canciones
que le ayudarán a tus estudiantes a expresar e identificar sus
sentimientos, a resolver problemas y a divertirse mientras aprenden
cantando.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for MaríaMercedes Champion

MaríaMercedes Champion

Pre-K Teacher, Alamo Heights Independent School District
¡Hola! My name is MaríaMercedes Champion, an early childhood teacher and consultant educated in Colombia, Spain and the USA, with over 19 years in the Pre-k classroom. I love creating songs, activities, and a playful rich language environment for my students. I am passionate about... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Oak
  Bilingual, Literacy

2:15pm CST

The FAB 5 Bring Books Alive
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Mesquite
Yes, we all are capable of reading- what we need is practice bringing the JOY and WONDER of books to LIFE!! The rewards of taking a children’s book readings up a notch (or 2  or 3 ) are educational, entertaining and exciting and develop a love of reading -resulting in SPARKS of pure JOY!! Miss Anastasia Joy of The Twig Book Shop shares her knowledge of 25 years of storytelling and 10,000+ storytimes in her Fab 5 storytelling techniques, practice bringing books to life with real children’s books.
Speakers
avatar for Miss Anastasia

Miss Anastasia

Children's StoryTeller and Events, The Twig Bookshop
Miss Anastasia, The Twig Book Shop's resident & traveling storyteller, shares her love of wild and wacky storytime, books, & children. 2020 will be her 20th year storytelling here in San Antonio!
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Mesquite
  Play, Literacy

2:15pm CST

Symbolic Representation - Bring Writing Alive: Part 2 (Must have attended Part 1 to attend)
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Pine
In this session we will cover the developmental stages of writing, the physical skills needed to support writing development, the development of symbolic representation and provide techniques on how to support the various skills and stages of development through play.

Day 1 Session Evaluation: http://bit.ly/wildONE
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Heinrich

Sarah Heinrich

Innovation Coordinator, PreK 4 SA
Sarah Heinrich is a steadfast advocate of inclusive education and interdisciplinary early learning, devoted to child development, neuroscience and the belief that society is better when we embrace our differences as a strength. With 20 years of experience teaching, coaching, and training... Read More →
TH

Tonya Hibbler-Theard

Pre-K 4SA Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator, PreK4SA
Meet Tonya Hibbler-Theard, a passionate early childhood curriculum and instruction coordinator with extensive experience in education. Tonya coaches educators and instructional specialists to implement research-based practices that create high-quality learning experiences for young... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Pine
  Writing
 
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