january 18-20,2025 | Las Vegas, NV | Westgate Las Vegas
Dear GYTO Educator Community,
As we gather in the vibrant city of Vegas for the Get Your Teach On Vegas Conference 2025, we are filled with gratitude for each and every one of you who has chosen to spend your time here with us! Your commitment to education is a beacon of inspiration, and your presence fuels the collective passion for transformative teaching.
Thank you for being a vital part of this educational movement. In a world often overshadowed by negativity, we are breaking through barriers and dedicating time to be in a supportive community that shares the same fervor for impactful education.
Our content is not just a curriculum; it's a catalyst for change. The actionable strategies you'll gain are designed to be seamlessly integrated into your classrooms, sparking a positive revolution in instruction. Together, we are shaping processes that will redefine the way we teach and leave an indelible mark on the lives of our students.
Get ready to spend the next 3 days with educators who will lift you up, love on you, support you, and make you feel a part of something bigger than ever. Once you walk through these doors, you are officially part of the GYTO family forever.
Here's to a conference filled with shared wisdom, innovative ideas, and the unwavering belief that education has the power to transform lives. Let's embark on this journey together and make a lasting impact on the future.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Chris, LaNesha, and Amelia
WHY GYTO?
Our Get Your Teach On Leadership and Content Development team has worked to create an engaging and transformational educator professional development experience that aligns directly to the needs of schools and teachers across the country by helping educators develop consistent best instructional practices and processes from start to finish to accelerate student learning.
These evidence and research-based best practices, strategies, and techniques will directly impact overall educator effectiveness and student achievement, transforming instruction and student learning like never before
BUILDING THE TRANSFORMATIVE TEACHER
Developing Consistent Best Instructional Practices and Processes from Start to Finish to Completely Transform Your School
PLANNING & PREPARATION
THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
BEST INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT
TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS
Intentional and meaningful planning, using specific grade level content standards and high-quality instructional materials that address the needs of all learners and support mastery of learning goals.
Creates and maintains a collaborative, safe, efficient, and effective learning environment that supports each student’s diverse needs and promotes recognition of student’s diverse personal experiences to build relationships of trust within the classroom.
Implementation of evidence and research-based best instructional strategies and techniques to accelerate student learning, growth, and achievement through rigorous and consistent instruction, including opportunities for problem solving, critical and creative thinking, meaningful and purposeful discourse, and high-impact instructional delivery.
Builds engaging, intentional, and rigorous learning experiences through setting high expectations and consistency within instructional practices that requires all students to take ownership of and be held accountable for their individual learning.
Continually monitors and analyzes student learning and progress towards mastery of learning goals for all students using a variety of progress monitoring and assessment techniques to make immediate instructional decisions that support student growth and acceleration.
Develops strong foundational teaching practices and commitments that support best practices and professional growth through consistent reflection of professional practices to support student learning, development, and achievement at a high level.
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BEST INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
Get Your Teach On sessions are intentionally selected for attendees to experience the full professional development experience. Each session is hands-on, interactive, collaborative, and allows time for teachers to take what they’ve learned and apply it to their specific grade level standards or content area. Sessions are structured to meet the needs of all learners in classrooms, modeling best practices for direct and immediate implementation in classrooms.
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Las Vegas Conference Guide 2025
3:00-7:00pm REGISTRATION
6:00pm DOORS OPEN FOR GYTO OPENING CELEBRATION & KEYNOTE
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MONDAY JANUARY 20 schedule is subject to change SUNDAY JANUARY 19 SATURDAY JANUARY 18
10:20-12:00pm SESSION 1
12:00-1:30pm LUNCH
1:30-2:55pm SESSION 2
3:05-4:30pm SESSION 3
1 3 2 8:00-9:50am OPENING KEYNOTE
5:30pm GYTO SNEAKER BALL
8:30-9:55am SESSION 1
10:05-11:30am (85) SESSION 2
11:30-1:00pm LUNCH
1:00-2:25om SESSION 3
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THREE DAYS OF CONTENT
Three days filled with research-based workshops that will guide you in creating rigorous and engaging lessons all year long
INSPIRING KEYNOTES HANDS ON WORKSHOPS
Keynote presentations from influential educators and motivational speakers that will leave you more inspired than ever to head back into your classrooms and create educational magic!
Training specific for your position from some of today’s top educators and administrators who are experts at their craft with strategies that can be implemented the very next day!
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Our Las Vegas Education Celebration kicks off the conference on Saturday night! This is a party you don’t want to miss!
Swag that will make you want to bring an extra suitcase! Not to mention all the free goodies from our sponsors!
The Education Celebration of the Year kicks off the conference on Sunday night! This is a party you don’t want to miss!
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Mission POSSIBLE: Unraveling the Science of Reading
Mission Overview: Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to become an expert agent of literacy! Join Amelia in this high-stakes, action-packed session as we delve into the Science of Reading. In Part 1 of our mission, we will unravel the intricate strands of the Reading Rope. Discover the critical role of phonemic awareness and phonics in laying the foundation for reading success. This mission is not for the faint of heart – it's time to decode, decipher, and conquer the challenges of early literacy. But this isn’t any ordinary mission; there will be engagement at every turn. Walk away with an overflowing file of classroom-tested approaches to enhance phonemic awareness, phonics, and fluency instruction. These strategies will empower you to make a lasting impact on your students' literacy skills. Explore the importance of tying together the lower strands of the Reading Rope with comprehension strategies Discover how these elements work in tandem to create masterful readers.
Mission Debrief and Q&A: Conclude the mission with a debriefing where you can reflect on your discoveries, ask questions, and strategize your next steps. Your mission doesn't end here – it's the beginning of a transformative journey toward literacy excellence. Gear up for a thrilling educational adventure where the Science of Reading becomes an achievable mission, and decoding the Reading Rope is within your grasp. This mission is critical, and your students are counting on you. Will you accept? Mission POSSIBLE awaits!
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Beyond Participation: The Art of Elevating Student Engagement
Join Allie in this immersive workshop, tailored to the unique needs of early learners. Attendees will delve into dynamic techniques, interactive methodologies, and tailored approaches to captivate young minds. Through a series of hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and practical demonstrations, educators will explore age-appropriate methods that encourage active participation and cultivate a joyful and effective learning environment. Teachers will acquire a toolkit of proven strategies to stimulate curiosity, boost participation, and build strong teacher-student relationships, laying the foundation for a successful educational journey With a focus on inclusive practices and fostering socialemotional skills, this breakout equips attendees to nurture a vibrant and engaging classroom experience that supports the development of young learners. You will leave this experience inspired, equipped, and ready to create dynamic, engaging, and enriching learning environments for our youngest students.
Super Graphic Organizers: An Opinion Journey
In the world of writing, the battles can be as complex as a villain's master plan, especially when you're dealing with students from different backgrounds and varying skill levels. But fear not, in this opinion writing session, we're about to become writing heroes! We’ll even the playing field by engaging students with something they all possess – their own voice! Join Juan E. Gonzalez Jr. as he leads you on a heroic journey in opinion writing. This journey aims to foster not only academic growth but also equip students with lifelong writing skills During this session, Juan will demonstrate how to effectively engage writers in the writing process and use graphic organizers to provide students with the necessary structures to become skilled writers.
The Great Reading Rescue
Time is of the essence! Dive into reading strategies and research with Naomi for an exhilarating session focused on rescuing struggling second-grade students who are significantly behind in their literacy development. The clock is ticking, and the urgency to catch these students up before the pivotal transition to third grade is paramount. You will do a deep dive of the science of reading research to gain an understanding of how to plan and execute accelerated phonics lessons, harness the power of phonological awareness, and learn how to effectively use assessments for targeted interventions.
The POWER of Rigor: Games to Increase Mastery and Motivation
Greetings, valiant educators! Brace yourselves for a morphing good time as you journey into the realm of educational magic! Join Wade as he takes you through the morphing grid in an interactive training full of fun and excitement to help equip you to wield the transformative power of game-based and interactive learning to captivate students’ imaginations and elevate classroom engagement!
In this session, you will: Morph into Engagement (Power Up Your Classroom): Buckle up and get ready to set the stage for the magical quest to discover how we can morph ordinary lessons into extraordinary adventures.
It’s Morphin Time: Unleash the Power! Identify and utilize Hope and Wade King’s Rules of Rigor to ensure every student plays a pivotal role in the quest for knowledge, power up lessons and activities with application rather than memorization, and use Zordon’s guidance to set and establish crystal-clear expectations for a harmonious learning environment.
Megazord Mastery: Explore collaborative challenges that transform your classroom into a powerhouse of learning. Witness firsthand how combining forces can lead to the ultimate triumph of rigorous learning. Gear up, brave educators! Let’s embark on a journey where the Power of Rigor and the Magic of games and activities collide, creating an educational experience that transcends the ordinary! May the Rigor Protect You!
Tier-1 World Tour: Mastering the Mini lesson
Your whole group minilesson is over. Where did the energy go? Are you feeling as burnt out as a backup dancer on the last night of a famous world tour, while your students are bursting with energy and ready to party? Or, are you feeling pretty great while your students are thinking, “Whew, my brain is tired!” If you feel as though you are doing the heavy lifting and your need to shift the cognitive load back to your students at every opportunity, then your minilesson might need some restaging! Join LaNesha for an empowering session designed to enhance Tier-1 instruction, catering to educators committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. This session is a roadmap to refining instructional practices, ensuring every student receives high-quality instruction that meets their needs—all while allowing you to run the show without wearing yourself out! We will dive into innovative approaches that engage diverse learners, promote equity, and maximize the potential for success among all students. You’ll walk away from this session equipped with practical tools, strategies, and a renewed perspective to refine your Tier One instruction, ensuring that every student receives the high-quality education they deserve. Join us in transforming classrooms into spaces where every learner can thrive
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Amelia enthus
optimist, and is passionate about many things including her family, students, books, pairing education and engagement. With classroom experience from elementary to middle school, Amelia has first-hand knowledge of the effectiveness of research-based strategies in the classroom, and how to design and implement them. She has spent dedicated time creating research-based resources that bring books to life in classrooms all over. Amelia knows that true comprehension takes place across all subject areas, and is able to help educators and administrators take actionable steps towards cross-curricular teaching that is engaging, meaningful, rigorous, and effective. She is certified in Orton Gillingham methodology and has worked to support thousands of educators, adminstrators, coaches, and specialists on the research and science backed methods to teach reading. As a national speaker, presenter, educator, and consultant, Amelia has had the opportunity to inspire and support thousands of educators, administrators, coaches, and specialists. She focuses her sessions on research, engagement, innovative, and ready-to-implement ideas; she is here for you!
A C A P O T O S T A
Allie Mayberger is an experienced classroom teacher, distinguished demonstration teacher, and national conference presenter. With a passion for student engagement, classroom mangement, math, and reading, Allie is recognized as a master in creating dynamic learning enviornments that captivate our primary learners. Armed with a wealth of experience and innovative strategies, Allie is dedicated to empowering educators with practical tools to enhance classroom instruction and inspire student success cross-curriculuar. Allie's sessions will unlock the secrets to fostering meaningful student engagement and transforming teaching practices. Connect with Allie on instagram at @daysinkinder - she can't wait to meet you! A L L I E M A Y B E R G E R
MEETYO
Juan E Texas. life. If y picture g p g y g something new. Juan pursued this dream and obtained a B.A. in interdisciplinary studies at the University of Houston. With over ten years of classroom experience in first, second, and third grade, he has learned that in order to create a nurturing classroom experience, educators must put students before everything else they do in the classroom. Juan believes that educators are most successful when we listen to what students need and who they are. In the last few years, Juan has used social media to share ideas and his love for literacy with other educators. This platform has given Juan opportunities to travel around the world to visit schools, blog for publishing media giant Scholastic Inc., and speak at various education conferences. His mission through this work is to spotlight the great work all educators are doing in classrooms and to inspire everyone to read more books.
J U A N E G O N Z A L E Z J R .
Naomi O'Brien emerges as a seasoned and highly effective educator, boasting a rich tapestry of experience that spans over a decade in K-2nd classrooms. With a relentless commitment to fostering a love for learning, Naomi has become a beacon of excellence in the educational landscape. Her journey began as a passionate advocate for literacy, particularly in the science of reading, a subject she has mastered and artfully imparted to countless students and educators alike In addition to her prowess in the science of reading, Naomi is a trailblazer in gifted education, writing, and culturally responsive teaching. Her classrooms are dynamic spaces where creativity and diversity thrives, engaging students in a learning experience that transcends the boundaries of conventional education. Recognizing the diverse needs of her students, Naomi seamlessly integrates innovative teaching strategies, ensuring that each learner is inspired to reach their full potential. Her impact extends beyond the classroom, as Naomi is not only an educator but also an accomplished author and conference speaker. Through her written work and captivating presentations, she shares her wealth of knowledge with a wider audience, influencing children all over the world and the broader educational community.
N A O M I O ’ B R I E N
Wade King attended Anderson University, where he received both his undergraduate degree and his Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision. Wade has been recognized as a District Choice Teacher and Teacher of The Year. His students’ outstanding achievement scores and growth on standardized tests were some of the highest scores in the state of South Carolina. Mr. King attributes his students’ success to a “ no excuse ” policy that he models himself. The relationships he fosters with his students, their families, and community is the driving force behind his teaching. Mr. King’s classroom is filled with music, engagement, rigor, and discipline. He strives to prepare his students for their futures and not their pasts, while also placing an emphasis on global learning.
W A D E K I N G
LaNesha Tabb is a seasoned educator, author, speaker, and content creator from Indianapolis, Indiana with over 18 years of teaching and professional development experience. LaNesha creates teaching resources, courses, and professional development, specifically in writing and social studies from a primary educator. LaNesha’s content is geared toward teachers who desire to think out of the box through rigorous, and globally connected resources, books, and ideas. LaNesha has worked with thousands of educators across the United States through conferences and custom professional development sessions. LaNesha specializes in helping primary educators master their writing block and teaching culturally relevant social studies topics.
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Grade Level Research Based Practices:
Our goal is to continually provide teachers with high-impact, research-based, best instructional practices, shown in action with a high level of student engagement to see true results with students. Each GYTO session is developed on the foundation of proven research based strategies within education The following research is embedded into all sessions following the GYTO Instructional Model for Best Instructional Practices and Student Engagement
Hattie, John (2012) Effect Sizes Related to Student Achievement Learning Sciences International Applied Research Center
Marzano, Robert (2007, 2017)
Wong, H K , & Wong, R T (2009)
Fuchs, D , & Fuchs, L S (2006)
Dyer, K. (2015)
Csikszentmihalyi, M (2008)
Sousa, D A (2016) Engaging the rewired brain
Toth, M D & Sousa, D A (2019) Achieving social, emotional, and cognitive learning in every classroom through academic teaming
In addition to the cited research above regarding overall best instructional practices, our GYTO presenters continue to integrate and include rigorous, content-specific research into their individual sessions, addressing grade level standards PreK-12. This ensures that each session is specific and meets the needs of those grade-level teachers. The research below is integrated and embedded into your specific grade level sessions.
ADDITIONAL SECOND GRADE EMBEDDED RESEARCH:
Alstot, Andrew & Alstot, Crystal (2015). Behavior Management: Examining the Functions of Behavior
Eide, Denise (2012). Uncovering the Logic of English
Fisher, Douglas Frey, Nancy Hattie, John (2016). Visible Learning for Literacy
Hattie, J. (2012). Visible Learning for Teachers: Maximizing Impact on Learning.
Kaplan, Sandra (2021). Differentiated Curriculum and Instruction for Advanced and Gifted Learners
Lan Chan, Winnie Wai (2021). Pathways to word problem solving: The mediating roles of schema construction and mathematical vocabulary
Sandberg, Harriet Frances. (2009). Get Moving! The Effects of Music and Movement on Student Attention and Engagement
Sigueza, Terri (2005). Using Graphic Organizers with ELLs
Stanley, Todd (2020). Promoting Rigor Through Higher Level Questioning
Yonchai, P. (2023). The Development of the Blended Learning Model Using Rotating Stations
Zwiers, J. & Crawford, M. (2011). Academic Conversations: Classroom Talk That Fosters Critical Thinking and Content Understanding
Grade Level Room Standards:
Each Get Your Teach On session is intentionally designed on a foundation of providing educators and leaders with researchbased, best instructional practices to accelerate student learning and truly transform instruction. Grade level tracks are specifically created to provide educators with a meaningful journey of instruction and learning with integration of specific PreK-8 grade level standards throughout the conference experience This ensures that each session not only meets the needs of grade-level teachers, but is immediately applicable to their daily practice GYTO sessions will feature a variety of essential content standards in all subject areas as well as best practices and research-based strategies and techniques that can be directly applied to any grade level standard, skill, or concept The standards listed below are some key highlights of the grade level standards integrated into your Vegas 2025 track To learn more about the GYTO Instructional Model and specific research for sessions, please visit getyourteachon com
Writing:
Write opinion pieces:
Introduce the topic or book they are writing about
State an opinion
Supply reasons that support the opinion
Use linking words (e g , because, and, also) to connect opinion and reasons
Provide a concluding statement or section.
Write informative/explanatory texts:
Introduce a topic.
Use facts and definitions to develop points.
Provide a concluding statement or section.
Write narratives:
Recount a well-elaborated event or short sequence of events.
Include details to describe actions, thoughts, and feelings
Use temporal words to signal event order
Provide a sense of closure
Reading:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.2.3 Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.2.3.E Identify words with inconsistent but common spelling-sound correspondences.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.2.4.B Read grade-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression on successive readings.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.1Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.
CCSS ELA-LITERACY RI 2 4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 2 topic or subject area
Language:
Conventions of Standard English:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 2 reading and content, choosing flexibly from an array of strategies.
Math:
CCSS Mathematical Practices
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Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
Reason abstractly and quantitatively 2
Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others 3
Model with mathematics 4
Use appropriate tools strategically 5
Attend to precision. 6.
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Look for and make use of structure. 7. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.
