January 17-19, 2026 | las vegas, NV | westgate
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N O T E F R O M O U R F O U N D E R S
Dear GYTO Vegas Attendees,
As we gear up for the highly anticipated 2026 GYTO Vegas Conference, we are thrilled to welcome each of you to this transformative event. The GYTO community is a powerhouse of passionate educators, and we are honored to come together with those ready to make bold moves that create real, actionable change in education.
This year, our theme is "Make Bold Moves." As educators, it’s time to go beyond dreaming and talking about change. It’s time to act. Bold moves require courage, vision, and a commitment to challenging the status quo to build better opportunities for our students and ourselves. This theme represents the actionable steps we take to innovate, advocate, and elevate our practices for the betterment of education as a whole.
Bold moves are not just individual efforts; they are the result of a collective will to progress Together, at the 2026 Vegas Conference, we’ll explore how to identify barriers, take purposeful action, and amplify the impact of our efforts. This is your chance to share your journey, learn from others, and forge the connections that will propel us all forward.
The conference will feature dynamic speakers who will inspire you to take action, interactive workshops designed to equip you with tangible tools, and game-changing insights that will push you to think differently. You can also expect unforgettable surprises that will leave you energized and ready to lead boldly.
Let’s commit to taking bold moves together and shaping the future of education one step, one decision, and one classroom at a time. This is your time to move, lead, and create meaningful impact.
We can’t wait to see you in Vegas, January 17-19, 2026, as we embrace this call to action and transform our passion into progress. Let’s take the steps that will define the future of education together.
With excitement and anticipation,
and Wade King
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SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY JANUARY 17 JANUARY 18 JANUARY 19
10:00am VIP Early Registration & Shopping for VIP Attendees
12:00pm Registration & GYTO Collective Merchandise Store Open
5:00pm Opening Kick Off Celebration Doors Open (optional)
6:00pm Opening Kick Off Celebration featuring Hope & Wade King and Steve Spangler (optional)
8:30am Workshop 1 1:00pm Workshop 3
10:10am Workshop 2 2:45pm Workshop 4
11:30am Lunch Break 5:00pm GYTO Sneaker Ball (optional)
8:30am Workshop 5 1:00pm Workshop 7
10:10am Workshop 6 2:30pm GYTO SEND OFF
11:30am Lunch Break
OPtiONAL ACTIVITIES
Optional activities are separately ticketed. Upgrade your experience by purchasing a VIP Experience Upgrade or Kick Off & Sneaker Ball Ticket!
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WHY GYTO? 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
PLANNING & PREPARATION TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT
Developing Consistent Best Instructional Practices and Processes from Start to Finish to Completely Transform Your School
PLANNING & PREPARATION
THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
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.
BEST INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
BEST INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS
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.
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.
ABOUT THE GYTO SCHOOLHOUSE
AN ALL-NEW GYTO TRACK! ANALL-NEWGYTO TRACK!
OUR GYTO SCHOOLHOUSE TRACK IS A NEW ALIGNED CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE FOR SCHOOLS & DISTRICTS SENDING A LARGE NUMBER OF TEACHERS AND LEADERS TO THE 2025 GYTO NATIONAL CONFERENCE.
TEACHERS & THEIR LEADER(S) CAN EXPERIENCE GYTO TOGETHER IN THE SAME TRACK FOR AN ALIGNED PD EXPERIENCE!
Limited Number of Seats Available.
Introducing the GYTO Schoolhouse, an exclusive new 2025 GYTO National Conference track intentionally designed to provide an aligned learning and planning experience for schools or districts bringing a large number of teachers to GYTO. This unique collaborative leader and teacher track will focus on fostering school-wide growth and alignment by implementing best instructional practices through high-level professional development and guided instructional planning workshops for your school! This experience is intentionally designed for leaders and their teachers to attend together for an aligned conference experience. The 2025-2026 school year is about to be your school’s best year yet!
SESSION TOPICS INCLUDE…
Research driven and evidence-based instructional strategies and innovative teaching methods for school-wide growth
Creating a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within schools. Strategies for systemic improvement and building cohesive, effective school environments. Aligned Instructional Planning Workshops with GYTO Team
Check out the full GYTO Schoolhouse Session Lineup & Conference Guide for specific track sessions
This unique track will include guided planning workshops throughout your conference experience for aligned work and planning across grade levels at your school. These will include: Workshops designed to facilitate guided instructional planning across grade levels. Collaborative planning sessions to ensure coherence and consistency in instructional practices. Techniques for vertical alignment of curriculum to ensure smooth transitions between grade levels and strategies for differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
WHY GYTO SCHOOLHOUSE?
Cohesive Professional Development: Ensures that all teachers within a school or district are aligned in their instructional practices and professional growth.
Enhanced Collaboration: Promotes teamwork and collaborative planning among teachers, fostering a unified approach to teaching and learning school-wide.
Improved Student Outcomes: By implementing best practices and aligned instructional strategies across grade levels, schools can ensure they are accelerating student learning and gains.
Leader & Teacher Development: Provides opportunities for school leaders and teachers to enhance their skills and effectively guide their students towards success.
sessions sessions
GYTO PLC: A VISION OF LENCE
Session Presented by: hope king
YOUR SCHOOL’S MANAGEMENT PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: wade king
YOUR SCHOOL’S IN PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: hope king
WICKED GOOD WRITING
Session Presented by: lanesha tabb
CE OF ENGAGEMENT
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YOUR SCHOOL’S DATA & DIFFERENTIATION PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: lanesha tabb
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ThissessionispartofGYTO’sPlaybookSerieswithHopeKing,WadeKing,&AmeliaCapotostaforsystematic bestinstructionalpracticesforlevelingupdailyinstructionandincreasingstudentacademicresults..
Thestrategies,planning,alignment,andtechniquessharedthroughoutthePlaybookSerieshavebeenmodeledandimplemented bytheGYTOTeaminhundredsofclassroomsthroughoutthecountrywithincredibleacademicresultsincludingatour GYTOxIndianaCollaborationSitesinpartnershipwiththeIndianaDepartmentofEducation.Strategiessharedthroughoutthe seriescanbeeasilyimplementedschool-widewithanylesson,anycurriculum,andanystandard.
SESSION RESEARCH
Fredricks,J.A.,Blumenfeld,P.C.,&Paris,A.H.(2004).SchoolEngagement:PotentialoftheConcept,State oftheEvidence.
Goodwin,B.(2011).EngagedStudentsAreMoreLikelytoSucceed.
Hattie,J (2012) VisibleLearningforTeachers:MaximizingImpactonLearning
Marzano,R.J.,&Pickering,D.J.(2011).TheHighlyEngagedClassroom. Marzano,Robert(2017).TheNewArtandScienceofTeaching.
Rosenshine,B.(2012).PrinciplesofInstruction.
Wong,H.K.,&Wong,R.T.(2009).TheFirstDaysofSchool:HowtobeanEffectiveTeacher.
YOUR SCHOOL’S INSTRUCTIONAL PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: Hope King
ingandgrowthstartswithasolidgameplan.Teachers…Grabyourplaybooks(and eit'stimetostepontothefieldintheGYTOInstructionalArenaasweworktogetherto ceofteachingtocreateagame-winningstrategyforEVERYlesson.
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Thisisyourchancetotakeyourteachinggametochampionshipstatusandrevolutionizeyourstudentresults withaninsidelookintoGYTO’sInstructionalPlaybook.Beforeyouknowit,you’llbeplanningonewinningplay afteranother,andleadingyourstudentstovictory!
ThissessionispartofGYTO’sPlaybookSerieswithHopeKing,WadeKing,&AmeliaCapotostaforsystematic bestinstructionalpracticesforlevelingupdailyinstructionandincreasingstudentacademicresults..
Thestrategies,planning,alignment,andtechniquessharedthroughoutthePlaybookSerieshavebeenmodeledandimplemented bytheGYTOTeaminhundredsofclassroomsthroughoutthecountrywithincredibleacademicresultsincludingatour GYTOxIndianaCollaborationSitesinpartnershipwiththeIndianaDepartmentofEducation.Strategiessharedthroughoutthe seriescanbeeasilyimplementedschool-widewithanylesson,anycurriculum,andanystandard.
SESSION RESEARCH
Fisher,D ,Frey,N ,&Hattie,J (2016) VisibleLearning:ImplementingthePracticesThatWorkBestto AccelerateStudentLearning.
Hattie,J.(2012).VisibleLearningforTeachers:MaximizingImpactonLearning.
Hattie,J.(2017).Hattie'sUpdatedListofFactorsRelatedtoStudentAchievement:Influences&EffectSizes.
Marzano,Robert(2001).ClassroomInstructionThatWorks.
Marzano,Robert(2017).TheNewArtandScienceofTeaching.
CKED GOOD WRITING
Session Presented by: LaNesha Tabb
Are you ready to make writing the most popular part of your day? In this session, we’ll explore wicked good strategies that empower second-grade students to develop strong writing skills while seamlessly fitting into your daily teaching routine. Whether you're teaching science, social studies, or even math, you’ll learn how to implement effective writing structures that elevate student engagement and progress.
We'll cover:
Proven frameworks to simplify writing instruction
Strategies that boost confidence and independence in young writers
Ways to integrate writing into any subject area without losing time or focus
By the end of this session, you’ll have a toolkit of flexible, effective approaches to make writing instruction feel effortless and impactful—no magic wand required! Let’s defy the gravity of writing challenges and help your students soar!
SESSION RESEARCH SESSIONSTANDARDS
2nd Grade:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.2.5
With guidance and support from adults and peers, focus on a topic and strengthen writing as needed by revising and editing
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Use reflexive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves). Form and use frequently occurring irregular verbs (e.g., sat, hid, told).
Produce, expand, and rearrange complete simple and compound sentences
Session Description
Graham, S., Bollinger, A., Booth Olson, C., D’Aoust, C., MacArthur, C., McCutchen, D., & Olinghouse, N. (2012). Teaching elementary school students to be effective writers.
Graham, S., & Hebert, M. (2011). Writing to read: A meta-analysis of the impact of writing and writing instruction on reading. Harvard Educational Review, 81(4), 710-744.
Sedita, J. (2019). The Writing Rope: The Strands That Are Woven into Skilled Writing Keys to Literacy.
Sedita, J. (2022). The Writing Rope: A Framework for Explicit Writing Instruction in All Subjects. Brookes Publishing.
OL’S DATA & FERENTIATION PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: LaNesha Tabb
Huddleup!Readytotakethefieldandrevolutionizeyourschool’sinstructionandschool-widestudentgrowth?It’s timetotacklestudentmasteryoneplayatatimewithin-the-momentstrategiestoanalyzereal-timedatatomake strategicmovesthatwilltransformyourstudent’sinstructionalsuccess.JoinLaNeshaasshecoachesyourteamon howtocalltherightplaysattherighttime,ensuringthateverystudentisonthepathtomasteryandsuccess.Justlikea skilledquarterbackreadsthefieldfortheperfectplay,wewillguideyouthroughtheXsandOsofusingdynamic datatotailoryourschool’sinstructionofspecificstandardsandconceptsinthemomentinorderto:
•Identifystrengthsandareasforimprovementinyourstudents'understandingofspecificmathstandardsand concepts
•Adaptyourteachingapproachontheflyandensurethateachstudentisonthepathtosuccess
•Strategicallyplanfornextstepsandmeaningfuldifferentiationusingreal-timedatabasedinstruction
It’stimetoleadyourstudentstovictoryintheendzoneintheworldofmeaningfulData&Differentiation
ThissessionispartofGYTO’sPlaybookSerieswithHopeKing,WadeKing,&LaNeshaTabbforsystematicbest instructionalpracticesforlevelingupdailyinstructionandincreasingstudentacademicresults.
The strategies, planning, alignment, and techniques shared throughout the Playbook Series have been modeled and implemented by the GYTO Team in hundreds of classrooms throughout the country with incredible academic results including at our GYTOxIndiana Collaboration Sites in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education. Strategies shared throughout the series can be easily implemented with any lesson, any curriculum, and any standard
SESSION RESEARCH
Fisher,D.,&Frey,N.(2014).CheckingforUnderstanding:FormativeAssessmentTechniquesforYour Classroom.
Fisher,D.,Frey,N.,&Hattie,J.(2016).VisibleLearning:ImplementingthePracticesThatWorkBestto AccelerateStudentLearning.
Fuchs,D.,&Fuchs,L.S.(2006).AFrameworkforBuildingCapacityforResponsivenesstoIntervention.
Hattie,J.(2012).VisibleLearningforTeachers:MaximizingImpactonLearning.
Leahy,S.,Lyon,C.,Thompson,M.,&Wiliam,D.(2005).ClassroomAssessment:Minute-by-Minuteand Day-by-Day.
Marzano,Robert(2017).TheNewArtandScienceofTeaching.
Tomlinson,C.A.(2001).HowtoDifferentiateInstructioninMixed-AbilityClassrooms.
OF ENGAGEMENT
resented by: ngler
Whether you ’ re inspiring students, motivating teachers or sparking creativity and innovation, the name of the game is engagement. With nearly 4 million followers and over 1.5 billion views of his science videos on social media, Steve Spangler knows something about the art and science of creating experiences that spread like a virus. The secret is knowing how to turn ordinary activities into unforgettable experiences that inspire children to lean in and learn more.
In this highly interactive and engaging presentation, Steve shares the science behind turning transactional activities into transformational experiences that change the way both students and staR see, feel, and think about STEM. Get ready to participate in hands- on demonstrations and experience Steve’s unique brand of eye-catching science that will unleash your creativity and get you thinking diRerently about the next school year.
YOUR GYTO PLC: A VISION OF EXCELLENCE
Session Presented by: Hope King
TransformtheenergyandinnovationofyourGYTOexperienceintoapowerfulschool-widemovement! JoinHopeassheguidesyourstaffincreatingaunifiedvisionforacademicgrowth,excellence,andstudent successinthisguided,collaborative,andstrategicplanningworkshopexclusivetotheGYTOSchoolhouse track.It’stimetoputwhatyou’velearnedintoaction!
ThroughoutyourveryownguidedGYTOPLC,schoolteamswillleveragethekeystrategies,insights,and toolsfromyourGYTOSchoolhousesessionsandGYTONationalConferenceexperiencetoensurethatthe strategies,practices,andideasfromDallasdon’tjuststayattheconference,butbutbecomesthedriving forceinclassroomswithmeaningfuloutcomesforstudentsschool-wide.Throughguidedplanningandteam discussions,you'llaligngoals,craftactionableplans,andestablishasharedcommitmenttoelevating studentoutcomesandcreatingaschool-widevisiononexcellence—becauseyourstudentsdeservenothing less!TeachersandleaderswillleavewithaclearvisionandrenewedsenseofpurposetomakeGYTOa partofyoureverydayjourneytosuccess!We’llseeyouatourGYTOPLC!
SESSION RESEARCH
DuFour,R ,DuFour,R ,Eaker,R ,&Many,T (2010) LearningbyDoing:AHandbookforProfessionalLearning CommunitiesatWork.
Hattie,J.(2012).VisibleLearningforTeachers:MaximizingImpactonLearning.
Marzano,R J (2003) WhatWorksinSchools:TranslatingResearchintoAction
Marzano,R.J.(2017).TheNewArtandScienceofTeaching.
Ronfeldt,M.,Farmer,S.O.,McQueen,K.,&Grissom,J.A.(2015).TeacherCollaborationinInstructionalTeamsand StudentAchievement
Tschannen-Moran,M.,&Barr,M.(2004).FosteringStudentLearning:TheRelationshipofCollectiveTeacherEfficacy andStudentAchievement.
LANESHA TABB
@LANESHA TABB
LaNesha Tabb is a passionate educator, author, and literacy consultant with over 19 years of classroom experience. As the founder of Reimagine Writing, she is dedicated to transforming writing instruction for K-5 teachers by providing practical, research-based strategies that empower students to become confident and independent writers.
Known for her innovative approach to literacy, LaNesha emphasizes the connection between reading and writing, helping teachers create cohesive, engaging learning experiences across all subjects She is the co-author of several books, including works on social studies, equity, and literacy, and frequently collaborates with educators nationwide to inspire meaningful changes in instruction.
LaNesha’s mission is to help teachers fall in love with teaching writing while giving students the tools to succeed in school and beyond. Her work balances structured frameworks with creativity, fostering classrooms where both teachers and students can thrive
When she’s not helping educators reimagine their writing blocks, LaNesha enjoys creating resources, writing books, and spending time with her family in Indianapolis, Indiana.
@HEYHOPEKING
HOPE KIN
Hope King is a decorated educator with over eleven years of experience teaching first through sixth grades Hope holds a Master’s Degree in Reading Since working and traveling with Get Your Teach On, Hope has trained thousands of educators Hope enjoys meeting teachers from all over the country as she shares her passion for student engagement and rigorous content-driven instruction. Hope is the popular blogger behind the website Elementary Shenanigans and is a teacher author for the website Teachers Pay Teachers Hope is the co-author of the book “The Wild Card” written with her husband Wade King
Hope is a cofounder of the Get Your Teach On Conference.
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ADE KING
@HEYWADEKING
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.
@STEVESPANGLER
STEVE SPANGL
Nationally known as a teacher’s teacher, Steve Spangler speaks regularly to educators and administrators at regional and national association meetings with his popular “Best Day Ever” message. He challenges today’s educational leadership to seek out professional development opportunities that help educators think differently as they explore new ways to engage their students at the highest level.
Steve’s professional development workshops introduce pre-K through 8th-grade teachers to strategies and best practices for creating student-centered STEM experiences that strengthen critical thinking skills through communication, collaboration, and creativity
Visit SteveSpangler.com to see why Steve Spangler’s PD workshops differ from anything you or your teachers have ever experienced.
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