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Wednesday, June 3
 

10:00am CDT

Intentional Questioning That Builds Language and Thinking
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:00am - 10:25am CDT
This interactive session will explore why traditional checks for understanding often fail and how intentional question framing dramatically increases student engagement, language production and depth of thinking.
Speakers
avatar for Reah Morabith

Reah Morabith

MELL Instructional Specialist, Heart of Missouri RPDC
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:00am - 10:25am CDT
RM 251

11:00am CDT

Grading for Equity in the Age of AI
Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Learn the core principles of Grading for Equity and examine how those practices intersect with the growing presence of AI in education. Explore strategies for designing assignments and assessments that may include AI, along with approaches for grading those deliverables equitably.


Engage in collaborative discussion and problem-solving around real-world scenarios that highlight the challenges of equitable grading in the age of AI. Interact with peers and contribute to shared analysis and reflection that deepen understanding and surface practical insights.


Apply an equitable lens to existing lessons and grading practices while accounting for the realities of AI use in classrooms. Gain practical tools and frameworks to navigate AI thoughtfully while ensuring grading practices remain fair, transparent and focused on student learning.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Jones

Daniel Jones

High School Assistant Principal, Riverview Gardens School District
Looking forward to presenting about AI and grading practices at this year's Innovate conference! I'm passionate about all things pedagogy and educational leadership!
Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
RM 251

1:10pm CDT

It's All in the Prompt: Using AI to Create Formative Assessments
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
Learn how to use AI tools to design quick and effective formative assessments. Explore simple prompting techniques that generate exit tickets, comprehension checks and differentiated tasks in minutes. Learn how to refine AI outputs to match learning objectives and support multilingual learners and discover strategies for checking the accuracy and appropriateness of AI-generated assessments. Gain ready-to-use prompts and examples they can implement immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Daisy Skelly, EdD

Daisy Skelly, EdD

ELD Specialist, Parkway School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
RM 251

2:10pm CDT

Strategic By Design: A Blueprint for Multilingual Programs
Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Discover a framework for understanding all of the components that are interconnected within a multilingual program. Explore six interconnected pillars that shape effective programming—Compliance & Data, Curriculum & Instruction, Staffing, Professional Learning, Family & Community Engagement, and Pathways to Graduation. Examine common system stress points that limit student progress, and learn how intentional design drives success. Gain a practical blueprint to assess program health and guide strategic decision-making.
Speakers
avatar for Marie Heath

Marie Heath

Consultant, Seidlitz Education
Dr. Marie Heath is a Seidlitz Consultant and former district multilingual leader specializing in multilingual program systems, acculturation practices, and instructional design that supports newcomer and multilingual student success.
Wednesday June 3, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
RM 251

3:10pm CDT

Leveraging Linguistic and Cultural Assets Through Projects
Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm CDT
Explore how to create project-based learning experiences to build upon the linguistic and cultural assets that MLs bring to the classroom. Grounded in the research of culturally sustaining pedagogy and translanguaging, examine how validating a student’s home language and background is a cognitive necessity for deep, authentic learning. Engage in research-to-practice mapping, the "Genius Activation Toolkit," and strategy design to discover a fresh perspective and practical strategies to unlock the genius within every student.
Speakers
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Taya Tselolikhina

Sr. Director of District Sales & Partnerships, PBLWorks

Wednesday June 3, 2026 3:10pm - 4:00pm CDT
RM 251
 
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