EPS Summer Extravaganza 2026: Full Schedule

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8:30am CDT

Classroom Supports for English Learners: Making Content Comprehensible

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am CDT

Do you have an EL student in your class? What about a newcomer?
You might benefit from participating in CLASSROOM SUPPORTS FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS.
Teachers of English Learners will examine classroom strategies, accommodations, and services in order to better support students.This interactive presentation will offer resources and clarify policy and procedures for how to support English Learners. Much like IEPs, every English Learner has an ELAP - English Language Academic Plan. We will review some of the most commonly recommended accommodations, check out some of our students' ELAPs, and provide a variety of supports for language development.

Speakers

Karla Winslow

English Language Development Facilitator, Edmond Public Schools

Megan Lollis

English Language Development Facilitator, Edmond Public Schools

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

Belonging, Middle 6-8, High 9-12 | Collaboration, Middle 6-8, High 9-12 | Integrity, Middle 6-8, High 9-12 | Hope, Middle 6-8, High 9-12 | Learn & Perform, Middle 6-8, High 9-12

8:30am CDT

5 Keys to Strong Kids - Developing Parental Resilience and Social Connections

LIMITED

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am CDT

Francis Tuttle Danforth

Limited Capacity seats available

Get ready for a proactive, inspiring dive into two of the Strengthening Families™ Protective Factors Framework! In this session, we’ll go deeper into two of the five protective factors that help families thrive: “Parental Resilience” and “Social Connections.” Through practical examples and real-world strategies, participants will learn how everyday interactions can reduce stress, spark connection, and create stronger, more resilient school communities. Come ready to learn, reflect, and leave with simple actions that make a big difference for kids and families!

Speakers

Ezequiel Madrigal

Secondary Behavior Interventionist, Edmond Public Schools

I taught middle and high school Spanish for eight years before transitioning to my role as a Secondary Behavior Interventionist and also recently completed my Master's degree in Educational Leadership with aspirations of being a future school administrator

Stephanie Wimer

Assistant Principal

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

Belonging Collaboration Hope Mental Health & Wellness

8:30am CDT

PLC Planning Cycle for Secondary Admin

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am CDT

Francis Tuttle Danforth

Transform Your Teams: Making PLCs Work for You
Ready to take your team collaboration to the next level? Join the Teaching & Learning Department to explore a new tool aligned with Solution Tree resources. Discover how to cut through the noise of PLC expectations and build a more productive, highly collaborative team culture. This session is focused on teachign secondary admin what to expect and how to lead an effective PLT.

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

Learn & Perform, Secondary Admin | Collaboration, Secondary Admin

9:45am CDT

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About School Finance

Thursday July 23, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CDT

EPSAC

This session will explain how EPS is funded. How the budget is prepared and how bond money is used.

Speakers

Jim Dobson

CFO, Edmond Public Schools

Thursday July 23, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
EPSAC 1001 W Danforth

Belonging Collaboration Integrity Hope Learn & Perform

12:30pm CDT

5 Keys to Strong Kids - Developing Knowledge of Parenting, Child Development, and Social & Emotional Competence of Children

FILLING

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Francis Tuttle Danforth

Limited Capacity filling up

Get ready for a proactive, inspiring dive into two of the Strengthening Families™ Protective Factors Framework! In this session, we’ll go deeper into two of the five protective factors that help families thrive: “Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development” and “Social and Emotional Competence of Children”. Through practical examples and real-world strategies, participants will learn how everyday interactions can reduce stress, spark connection, and create stronger, more resilient school communities. Come ready to learn, reflect, and leave with simple actions that make a big difference for kids and families!

Speakers

Tamera Lange

Ezequiel Madrigal

Secondary Behavior Interventionist, Edmond Public Schools

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

Belonging Collaboration Hope Mental Health & Wellness

12:30pm CDT

DBQ in a Day Challenge

LIMITED

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Francis Tuttle Danforth

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, you’ll experience a streamlined, student-centered approach to teaching DBQs in a single class period. We’ll break down the process into manageable chunks, model scaffolds that support all learners, and focus on the core skills students actually need: sourcing, analysis, and argument writing. You’ll leave with ready-to-use strategies, templates, and a clear plan to make DBQs more accessible, engaging, and effective in your classroom.

Speakers

Liz Rogers

Social Studies Content Specialist, Edmond Public Schools

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

12:30pm CDT

Beyond "Evens Only": Strategic Supports for Rigorous Tier 1 Teaching

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

EPSAC

When students struggle to meet grade-level expectations, our instinct is often to "lighten the load"—assigning half the problems, skipping the hard questions, or lowering the reading level. But "less" isn't "access." To bridge the gap, we don't need to change the destination; we need to build better on-ramps.

In this session, we move past the "evens only" mindset and dive into high-leverage Tier 1 scaffolds that preserve rigor while providing a pathway for every learner. Whether you are supporting a student two years behind or challenging a student two years ahead, this session provides the blueprints for "High-Floor, No-Ceiling" instruction.

Speakers

Julie Spencer

School Counselor

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
EPSAC 1001 W Danforth

12:30pm CDT

Elementary PLC Planning Cycle

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Francis Tuttle Danforth

Transform Your Team: Making PLCs Work for You
Ready to take your team collaboration to the next level? Join the Teaching & Learning Department to explore a new tool aligned with Solution Tree resources. Discover how to cut through the noise of PLC expectations and build a more productive, highly collaborative team culture.

Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Francis Tuttle Danforth 3853 E Danforth Rd

Learn & Perform, Elementary | Collaboration, Elementary

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