16 in 6

Join us at Region 16 to explore the latest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for education.  This event is an innovative and exciting professional development summit designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and tools to effectively integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their classrooms. We have some innovative speakers at this event, including: Matt Miller of Ditch That Textbook; Dr. Bruce Ellis, Director of Professional Development for TCEA; Dr. Julene Reed, Dynamic EdTech Leader; and Eric Curts, Control Alt Achieve. Lunch will be provided by Promethean. Click here to register: https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=956533

In this episode we speak with the 2023 Day 2 SPED Camp Keynote Anissa Moore. SPED Camp in on June 5th and 6th this year. Click the link for more information and to register today. https://www.esc16.net/apps/pages/SPEDCAMP?fbclid=IwAR1l2r7REeoTATQUZD2KF0jfvsX4IeAPGcWUHVAsOVfFZKtHjZB8mAbiXhg

In this episode of 16 in 6 we speak with the 2023 SPED Camp Day 1 keynote Phuong Lien Palafox. Click here for more information: https://www.esc16.net/apps/pages/SPEDCAMP?fbclid=IwAR1l2r7REeoTATQUZD2KF0jfvsX4IeAPGcWUHVAsOVfFZKtHjZB8mAbiXhg

SPED Camp is always one of Region 16's most popular conferences. Find out why you should reserve your spot today in this quick preview. https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=936700

This is the first episode in our new series titled Unlocking Potential: Special Education Perspectives. Hosts Danielle Holbrook Compton and Winston Smith will guide you through the ever changing world of SPED.

Pragmatic Organization of Dynamic Display - January 19th-20th PODD Training is a two-day course that will demonstrate the use of a Pragmatic Organization of Dynamic Display (PODD) approach developed by Gayle Porter (Melbourne, Australia). Participants will learn strategies for creating multi-modal language learning environments that provide receptive models and expressive opportunities for language development, as well as strategies for teaching and using PODD with children and their communication partners. Participants will have an opportunity for hands-on practice https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=907421

Have you ever thought about helping students with Orientation/Mobility or Visual Impairment issues? In this episode we discuss how this unique teaching opportunity might be the perfect fit for you. 

Please join us for this special edition of 16 in 6 where we discuss our upcoming School Safety Summit. You’ll hear from special guests Dr. Leigh Wall, the retired Santa Fe ISD Superintendent, and Chief Craig Miller the retired Dallas PD Deputy Chief & Dallas ISD Chief of Police. You won’t want to miss this episode.

In this episode we discuss a new EOP and Threat Assessment workshop coming up on July 29th. Andrew Cox from the Texas School Safety Center will review the requirements of an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) with district Safe & Supportive Schools Program staff. Region 16 staff will also cover the latest bullying prevention and other district Threat Assessment Team requirements.

In this episode of 16 in 6 we hear from the keynote for this year's Panhandle Social Studies Conference. Nationally renowned Social Studies guru Corbin Moore tells us about what to expect from his presentation and the importance of Social Studies in schools today! The conference is June 22. click here for more

Join us for the Read Write Connect Conference! #R16RWC offers something for everyone who supports literacy instruction. We will have specialized strands for Secondary ELAR teachers, Elementary teachers and Administrators. Click here to register: https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/conference.aspx?isSearch=0&conference_id=868660

Join us for a discussion with our Day 2 keynote Dr. Kerry Magro. Day 2 of our Summer SPED Camp to focus on all things behavior. SPED Camp is coming up on May 31 to June 2. You won't want to miss it. You can register for SPED Camp here: https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=870708

In this episode we talk with SPED Camp's day 3 keynote and give you a preview of his inspiring message. SPED Camp is coming up on May 31st. Click here to register for today. 

In this episode of 16 in 6 we talk with Region 16 Coordinator Vickie Ansley about a special program she has coming up next week that’s all about federal programs and money related issues. Listen to the podcast for details and click the link to register today. https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=879943

In this episode of 16 in 6 we hear from SPED Camp Day 1 Keynote Donna Porter. SPED Camp starts May 31st. Reserve your spot today by clicking the link: https://www.escweb.net/tx_r16/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=870707

Every year SPED camp is one of Region 16's most popular conferences. In this episode of 16 in 6 we'll preview of this year's conference and talk about why so many educators in our area look forward to this outstanding event.

Host Matt Koumalats is joined by Jason Norman to discuss the upcoming New Counselor Institute.

In this episode of 16 in 6 we speak with Matt Miller the keynote for our upcoming conference on artificial intelligence.