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Speaking Up: Embedding Oracy Seamlessly into Everyday Lessons Across the Curriculum
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
C151
In an increasingly noisy world, purposeful student talk isn't just nice — it’s necessary. This session explores how educators can intentionally build oracy — the skillful ability to speak, listen, and communicate effectively — into daily instruction without derailing the curriculum. Participants will learn what oracy truly is (spoiler: it’s more than just “class participation”), why it matters across all content areas, and how to weave it into lessons with practical, ready-to-use strategies.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Hancock

Lauren Hancock

Elementary Instructional Math Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
Since stepping into the role of Instructional Math Specialist July of 2024, I’ve drawn on over a decade of experience in Newport News Public Schools—including my years in the classroom teaching upper elementary math, science, and Virginia Studies. I’m passionate about making... Read More →
avatar for Melanie Malsbury

Melanie Malsbury

Elementary Instructional Reading Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
I began teaching for Newport News Public Schools 13 years ago, I have taught 6th, 7th, and 8th graders at both Crittenden Middle School and Passage Middle School, served as a proud reading specialist for An Achievable Dream Academy, and supported literacy instruction in K-5 as an... Read More →
avatar for Brittany Rolfes

Brittany Rolfes

Elementary Instructional Science and SS Specialist, Newport News Public Schools
I am in my 11th year with NNPS and love my job in the science and social studies department! I have a little girl who wants to be a NASA scientist and a toddler that likes to engineer. I am passionate about integrating science into everyday life. I believe that through science, reading... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
C151
  Kindergarten-2nd Grade Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education |   3rd-5th Grade Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education

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