iNNovate 2025 NNPS: Full Schedule

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10:15am EDT

Enhancing Classroom Engagement through Management

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Discover practical strategies to transform classroom management into a tool for boosting student engagement. In this session, you'll learn how clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and consistent routines can create an environment where students are motivated to participate and succeed. We'll explore real-world examples and actionable techniques you can implement immediately. Walk away with a refreshed approach to managing your classroom—and inspiring your students.

Speakers

Rachel Gower-Kinney

Secondary Teacher Coach, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
B232

Middle School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, Health/Physical Education, Math, Science, Social Studies, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | High School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, Health/Physical Education, Math, Science, Social Studies, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement
Learning Environment Engaging Teaching Strategies
Learning Environment Proactive Management Techniques

12:45pm EDT

Classroom routines, strategies & positive relationships

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

B232

Come learn the importance of classroom management to promote student achievement. Learn how to establish an engaging classroom environment that stimulates learning and positive relationships. Create classroom management strategies of “Firsts” to prepare yourself for success!

Speakers

Dr. Vicky Mignogna-Smith

Lead math teacher, Newport News Public Schools

Born & raised in Newport News.I have taught math 7, math 7 advanced, math 8 & algebra over the last 18 years at the middle school level.I have also taught talented and gifted middle school students along with college students.Started my career at Dozier Middle School then transferred... Read More →

Charlie Bell

Math teacher, Newport News Public Schools

I am an energetic, motivating, highly qualified, and engaging educator who works with teachers, administrators, and Curriculum Directors & Supervisors to continually improve mathematics instruction. I assist in analyzing student performance data in collaboration with classroom teachers... Read More →

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
B232

Middle School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement
Learning Environment Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Student Feedback and Goals Setting
Learning Environment Proactive Management Techniques

2:00pm EDT

From Paper to Progress: Using Google Forms to Track IEP Goals in Real Time

Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

B232

Using Google Forms to collect IEP (Individualized Education Program) data is an efficient and organized way for educators to track student progress, monitor goal attainment, and document services provided.Customizable Forms: Tailor questions for specific IEP goals (e.g., frequency counts, rubrics, checklists). Real-Time Data Collection: Input data immediately during or after sessions.Google Sheets Integration: Automatically compiles responses into a spreadsheet for easy analysis and progress monitoring. Shareability: Forms can be shared with team members for collaborative data entry.

Speakers

Stephanie Keitz

Special Education Teacher, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
B232

Kindergarten-2nd Grade Staff, Special Education

Instructional Planning Data Driven Planning
Assessment Formative Strategies/Tools

iNNovate 2025 NNPS