ESC20 ONE Conference 2025: Full Schedule

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

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

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

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

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