iNNovate 2026 NNPS: Full Schedule

9:45am EDT

Wednesday August 12, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

Limited Capacity filling up

Diverse books serve as powerful windows, mirrors, and doors for students during read-aloud experiences, offering them the opportunity to see themselves reflected in stories, explore the lives of others, and walk through new perspectives and possibilities. When students encounter characters and narratives that mirror their own identities and lived experiences, they develop a deeper sense of belonging and validation. Equally important, books that act as windows allow students to witness worlds and cultures different from their own, building empathy and broadening their understanding of humanity. As doors, these stories invite students to step into new experiences and imagine futures beyond their current circumstances. This presentation will explore the critical role educators play in intentionally selecting and sharing diverse literature during read-aloud time to ensure every student has access to stories that both honor who they are and expand who they can become.

This session is intended for anyone in a classroom who has a read aloud portion in their schedule.

Speakers

Bobbi Bradley

Reading Specialist, NNPS

I am a proud product of NNPS. I have had the privilege to serve all 10 years with NNPS to create and mold our students into life long readers!

Charisse Boyd

Lead Teacher, NNPS

Wednesday August 12, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
B226

Elementary Staff, Social-Emotional Learning

11:00am EDT

The Interactive Historian: Crafting interactive maps, timelines, collaborative boards in Social Studies Classroom

LIMITED

Wednesday August 12, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

B226

Limited Capacity seats available

Boost student writing in the social studies classroom with practical, ready-to-use strategies. This session will focus on teaching the PBA, breaking down the rubric, and supporting strong, evidence-based responses. Participants will explore select strategies from The Writing Revolution along with effective approaches to document analysis and historical thinking.

This session is intended for 6- 12 Social Studies Teachers.

Speakers

Cierra Burns

Wednesday August 12, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
B226

High School Staff, Literacy Across Contents

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