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MAKE BOLD MOVES

A N O T E F R O M O U R F O U N D E R S

Dear GYTO National Attendees,

As we gear up for the highly anticipated 2025 GYTO National 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 2025 National 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 Dallas, June 29 - July 2, 2025, 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,

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.

TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS

DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING

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

TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS

PLANNING & PREPARATION

STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT

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.

THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

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.

2025 GYTO National Conference

SUNDAY JUNE 29

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schedule is subject to change MONDAY JUNE 30

12:00-5:00 PM REGISTRATION 5:00 PM

DOORS OPEN FOR GYTO OPENING CELEBRATION & KEYNOTE

6:00-8:30 PM GYTO OPENING CELEBRATION & KEYNOTE

8:00-10:00 AM OPENING KEYNOTE 10:30-11:45 AM SESSION 1 11:45-1:15 PM LUNCH

1:15-2:30 PM SESSION 2

2:45-4:00 PM SESSION 3

4:30-6:00 PM CLOSING KEYNOTE

TUESDAY JULY 1

8:30-10:00 AM OPENING KEYNOTE

10:30-11:45 AM SESSION 1

11:45-1:15 PM LUNCH

1:15-2:30 PM SESSION 2

2:45-4:00 PM SESSION 3

4:30-6:00 PM CLOSING KEYNOTE

WEDNESDAY JULY 2

9:00-10:15 AM SESSION 1 10:30-11:45 PM SESSION 2 11:45-1:15 PM LUNCH 1:30-3:00 PM GYTO CLOSING SESSION YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS! NO MORNING KEYNOTE

1ST GRADE SESSIONS

MATH FACT MANIA: A SET LIST OF STRATEGIES

ession Presented by: Ashley Schroeder

NUMBER SENSE NINJAS: BUILDING STRONG MATHEMATICAL FOUNDATIONS

Session Presented by: Bryce Sizemore

PARTICIPATE TO ELEVATE

Session Presented by: Allie Mayberger

WICKED GOOD WRITING

Session Presented by: LaNesha Tabb

1ST GRADE SESSIONS

THE SCIENCE OF READING ROAD TO READING & WRITING WORDS

Session Presented by: Lisa Peters

DIFFERENTIATION

UNLOCKED

Session Presented by: Stephanie Higgs

I GOTTA FEELING: MASTERING

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Session Presented by: Naomi O’Brien

UNLOCKING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT WITH WHOLE BRAIN TEACHING

Session Presented by: Andre Deshotel

MATH FACT MANIA: A SET LIST OF STRATEGIES

Session Presented by: Ashley Schroeder

Let’s amp up the volume and take math fact fluency to the center stage of your math instruction. Mastering math facts takes routine, rhythm, repetition, and more than one jam session of fact practice. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore a variety of strategies, minimal to no-prep games, and hands-on activities to help students learn and master their addition and subtraction facts with confidence and flair.

From rock star routines to chart-topping chants, you’ll discover creative ways to make fluency practice exciting and effective for young mathematicians. Whether it’s helping students break down multi-step problems or simply hit all the right notes within their fact families, this set list of research-based and studentapproved strategies will empower your students to jam out with accuracy and speed.

By the end of our jam session together, you’ll leave with a playlist full of favorite and classroom-tested tools to help your students stay engaged and motivated as they master their math facts. Let’s create a melody of math fact mastery that will have your students jamming to the beat of success every day!

SESSIONSTANDARDS

1.3.B - Use objects and pictorial models to solve word problems involving joining, separating, and comparing sets within 20 and unknowns as any one of the terms in the problem such as 2 + 4 = __; 3 + __ = 7; and 5 = __ - 3.

1.3.D - Apply basic fact strategies to add and subtract within 20, including making 10 and decomposing a number leading to a 10.

SESSION RESEARCH

Session

Description

Karp, K. S., & Bass, H. L. (2010). "Research on Games and Mathematics." Research in Mathematics Education

Baroody, A. J. (2004). The Development of Arithmetic Concepts and Skills: Constructing Adaptive Expertise

Manizade, A., Buchholtz, N., Beswick, K. (2023). The Evolution of Research on Teaching Mathematics

NUMBER SENSE NINJAS: BUILDING STRONG MATHEMATICAL FOUNDATIONS

Session Presented by: Bryce Sizemore

Transformyourfirst-grademathinstructionthroughthepowerofpurposefulplay!Inthishighenergy,hands-onsession,discoverhowsimpleyetmagicalgamescanbuildtheessential mathematicalfoundationsyourfirstgradersneedtothrive.Atthispivotalstage,developingstrong numbersense,countingskills,patterns,andearlyalgebraicthinkingsetsthestageforfuture success.

Learnengaging,first-grade-friendlyactivitiesthatrequireminimalprepbutdelivermaximum impact,ensuringthateveryminuteofyourmathblockispurposefulandproductive.Purposeful playnotonlystrengthensfoundationalskillsbutalsoboostsconfidenceandfostersaloveof learningbycreatingajoyfulandinteractiveenvironment.

You'llleaveequippedwithatoolboxofcaptivatinggamestailoredtofirst-gradelearners,designed tokeepyourstudentsmoving,laughing,anddeeplyengaged.Getreadytotransformyour classroomintoahubofmathematicalexplorationanddiscovery,whereallyourlittlesgrowas confidentandcapablemathematicians!

SESSIONSTANDARDS

§111.3(b)(2)(A): recite numbers forward and backward from any given number between 1 and 120

§111.3(b)(2)(B): use concrete and pictorial models to compose and decompose numbers up to 120 in more than one way as so many hundreds, so many tens, and so many ones

§111.3(b)(2)(C): use objects, pictures, and expanded and standard forms to represent numbers up to 120

§111 3(b)(2)(E): use place value to compare whole numbers up to 120 using comparative language.

§111 3(b)(2)(G): represent the comparison of two numbers to 100 using the symbols >, <, or =

§111 3(b)(3)(A): use concrete and pictorial models to determine the sum of a multiple of 10 and a one-digit number in problems up to 99.

§111 3(b)(3)(D): apply basic fact strategies to add and subtract within 20, including making 10 and decomposing a number leading to a 10.

§111 3(b)(3)(E): explain strategies used to solve addition and subtraction problems up to 20 using spoken words, objects, pictorial models, and number sentences.

§111.3(b)(5)(C): use relationships to determine the number that is 10 more and 10 less than a given number up to 120

SESSION RESEARCH

Clements,DouglasH.;Sarama,Julie(2021) LearningandTeachingEarlyMath:TheLearning TrajectoriesApproach

Wright,RobertJ.;Ellemor-Collins,David;Tabor, PamelaD.(2022)DevelopingNumber Knowledge:Assessment,Teachingand Interventionwith7-11Year-Olds

Bay-Williams,JenniferM.;SanGiovanni,John (2021)MathematicsFactFluency:60+Games andAssessmentToolstoSupportLearningand Retention

PARTICIPATE TO ELEVATE

Session Presented by: Allie Mayberger

ed to equip educators with strategies to enhance student engagement in oms. Rooted in evidence-based practices, this session will focus on techniques that pation, curiosity, and meaningful connections with our learners cross-curricular. Educators will learn how to create interactive, student-centered learning environments that cater to diverse needs, developmental stages, and learning styles.

By integrating standards-based movement, play, and inquiry, teachers will be EMPOWERED to increase engagement and boost academic outcomes for ALL students. This session will provide handson learning experiences that help students internalize and apply concepts more effectively. By the end of this session, teachers will have a toolkit of PRACTICAL, research-based engagement strategies tailored to elementary learners, ensuring that ALL students regardless of background or ability can thrive in an ACTIVE and SUPPORTIVE learning environment.

SESSION RESEARCH SESSIONSTANDARDS

§110.3(b)(1)(A):listenactively,askrelevantquestionsto clarifyinformation,andanswerquestionsusingmulti-word responses;

§110.3(b)(1)(B):follow,restate,andgiveoralinstructionsthat involveashort,relatedsequenceofactions;

§110.3(b)(1)(C):shareinformationandideasaboutthetopic underdiscussion,speakingclearlyatanappropriatepaceand usingtheconventionsoflanguage.§110.3(b)(11)(D):edit draftsusingstandardEnglishconventions,including: i completesentenceswithsubject-verbagreement; ii pastandpresentverbtense; iii pluralnouns; iv.questionwords;

§111.3(b)(3)(B):solvewordproblemsinvolvingadditionand subtractionwithin20,usingconcreteandpictorialmodelsand numbersentences;

§111.3(b)(3)(E):explainstrategiesusedtosolveadditionand subtractionproblemsupto20usingspokenwords,objects, pictorialmodels,andnumbersentences;and §111.3(b)(1)(A):applymathematicstoproblemsarisingin everydaylife,society,andtheworkplace.

Session Description

Biffle, C. (2013). Whole Brain Teaching for Challenging Kids.

Biffle, C. 2015). Challenging Kids, Classroom Management, Writing, Reading, Math, 122 Games.

Diller, D. (2020). Simply Stations: Listening and Speaking.

Mackenzie, S. (2018). The Read Aloud Family.

Walther, M. (2018). The Ramped Up Read Aloud.

WICKED GOOD WRITING

Session Presented by: LaNesha Tabb

—it’s the foundation for thinking, learning, and expressing ideas across everything iting skills at this stage is urgent and essential, setting the tone for their future success in every academic area. In this session, we’ll explore wicked good strategies that integrate writing seamlessly into all parts of your day, from math and science to social studies and beyond.

You’ll learn how to make writing a natural extension of your teaching, empowering students to explain, explore, and create in meaningful ways. With practical tools and approaches, you’ll be able to support struggling writers while pushing all students to take risks and find their voice

Don’t leave writing to chance—make it a popular and transformative part of your classroom. Together, we’ll create a classroom of first-grade writers who are dancing through writing, and you’ll leave with magical strategies to help them succeed.

SESSIONSTANDARDS

§110.3(b)(10)(A): plan by generating ideas for writing through class discussions and drawings;

§110.3(b)(10)(B): develop drafts in oral, pictorial, or written form by organizing ideas;

§110.3(b)(10)(C): revise drafts by adding details in pictures or words;

§110.3(b)(10)(D): edit drafts with adult assistance using standard English conventions, including:

§110.3(b)(10)(D): edit drafts with adult assistance using standard English conventions

SESSION RESEARCH

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.

THE SCIENCE OF READING ROAD TO READING AND WRITING WORDS

Session Presented by: Lisa Peters

In this session, we will explore the two essential "roads" that must collide for a child to successfully read and write: spoken language and written language. A strong foundation in both is key to literacy development.

We will travel down both roads, focusing on key areas such as phonological awareness, sound spelling, and phonics. You will gain practical strategies to address common challenges teachers face in the classroom and leave with effective techniques to strengthen these foundational skills, ensuring your students are well-equipped to become confident readers and writers.

SESSION RESEARCH SESSIONSTANDARDS

§110.3(b)(2)(B)(vii): decoding words with closed syllables; open syllables; VCe syllables; vowel teams, including digraphs and diphthongs; r-controlled syllables; and final stable syllables.

Session Description

Foorman, B. (2016). Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding in Kindergarten through 3rd Grade.

Honig, B, Diamond,L & Gutlohn, L. (2018). Teaching Reading Sourcebook.

Blevins, W. (2024). Differentiating Phonics for Maximum Impact.

Burkins, J & Yates, K. (2021). Shifting the Balance.

DIFFERENTIATION UNLOCKED! Session

Presented by: Stephanie Higgs

evelopment adventure?! Join Little Miss Gifted, Stephanie Higgs, for an on that’s packed with creative, low-prep differentiation strategies to energize es, crack codes, and uncover powerful tools like stoplight questioning, visual -changing ideas to meet the needs of all learners.

This session combines laughter, learning, and hands-on challenges to keep you engaged from start to finish. You’ll leave with a treasure trove of actionable strategies that are easy to implement and guaranteed to transform your classroom. Escape the ordinary—if you dare—and discover a fresh approach to differentiation that will spark creativity, boost student engagement, and make teaching even more fun. This isn’t just a session; it’s an unforgettable revolution in education that you can’t afford to miss!

SESSION RESEARCH

Blevins, W. Differentiating phonics instruction for maximum impact: How to scaffold whole-group instruction so all students can access grade-level content. Corwin Literacy.

Engel, Mimi. November 2013. Most math being taught in kindergarten is old news to students. Retrieved from https://news.vanderbilt.edu/2013/11/22/most-math-being-taught-inkindergarten-is-old-news-to-students/

Kircher-Morris, E., & Morin, A. (2025). Neurodiversity-affirming schools: Transforming practices so all students feel accepted and supported. Free Spirit Publishing. ASCD. Mofield, Emily. (2023). Vertical differentiation. Routledge Press.

Reis, Sally. Renzulli, J., Renzulli S.J. 8 October 2021. Enrichment and gifted education pedagogy to develop talents, gifts, and creative productivity. Retrieved from https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1317646.pdf

Tomlinson, C. (2014). The differentiated classroom: Responding to the needs of all learners.

Zakreski, M. (2024). The neurodiversity playbook: How neurodivergent people can crack the code of living in a neurotypical world. Gifted Unlimited.

I GOTTA FEELING: MASTERING CLASSROOM

MANAGEMENT

Session Presented by: Naomi O’Brien

If disruptive behavior and students not staying on task are throwing off your kindergarten flow, it’s time to remix your classroom management! Join Naomi for an upbeat, high-energy session that will help you turn the chaos into harmony and keep your classroom running like a well-tuned playlist. You’ll learn how to teach with urgency, so students stay engaged and in rhythm, leaving no time for off-task behavior. Discover how to build a classroom culture where students feel motivated to hit the right notes—participating, completing work, and staying on task. Plus, you’ll explore strategies to handle any blowups and get the class back on track smoothly, like a DJ dropping the perfect recovery track.

By the end of this session, you’ll have a toolkit of strategies to:

Turn down the noise reduce disruptions and keep students in sync with learning.

Set the tone build a classroom atmosphere that’s upbeat, positive, and motivating.

Drop the beat when things get off track bounce back from blowups with confidence and ease.

Keep the hits coming maintain a smooth flow that makes every moment count. Get ready to hit play on a classroom management routine that keeps everyone engaged, focused, and ready to jam!

SESSION RESEARCH

Wong, H. K., & Wong, R. T. (2009). The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher.

Hammond, Z (2015) Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students.

UNLOCKING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT WITH WHOLE BRAIN TEACHING

Session Presented by: Andre Deshotel, Certified Whole Brain Teaching© Trainer

3, 2, 1, Blast off! This fast track to Whole Brain Teaching is jam-packed with easy-to-implement, effective strategies that increase active, visual student engagement instantly!

Got 99 classroom problems? Let’s solve some of the BIGGEST:

How do I get my students’ attention … all year long? 1.

How do I cultivate a positive, supportive climate on day one, hour one? 2.

How do I focus my students’ brains on their learning? 3.

How do I involve my students in delivering brain-friendly lessons? 4.

How do I get real-time assessment feedback from my students? 5.

During this highly interactive session, fueled by brain-based research, you will learn Whole Brain Teaching while doing Whole Brain Teaching. By the time you descend back to earth’s surface, you will be ready to run into any classroom with a powerful and purposeful toolbox for activating student engagement, maximizing instructional time, and creating a fun learning environment for all students!

SESSION RESEARCH

Biffle, C. (2023). Whole Brain Teaching: 2nd Edition.

Brown, Roediger, and McDaniel (2014). Make it Stick.

Jensen & McConchie (2020). Brain-based Learning: Teaching the Way Students Really Learn.

McTighe & Willis (2019). Upgrade Your Teaching: Understanding by Design Meets Neuroscience.

MEETYOUR PRESENTERS

ALLIE MAYBERGER

@DAYSINKINDER

With 13 years of teaching experience spanning kindergarten, first grade, and second grade, Allie is a dedicated educator who cultivates a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that inspires young minds to thrive. Renowned for her creativity and passion, Allie skillfully integrates art,music, movement, and hands-on activities into every lesson, making learning both engaging and memorable. Her deep early childhood development allows her to meet students where they are, fostering growth academically, tionally.

Allie is a leader in creating inclusive and engaging classrooms, empowering EVERY child to shine while building strong relationships with families and colleagues to support student success. In addition, she is a distinguished demonstration teacher and national conference presenter With a passion for student engagement, classroom management, math, and reading, Allie is recognized as a master in creating dynamic learning environments that captivate 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 across subject areas. She can’t wait to meet you!

@THETEACHINGTEXAN

BRYCE SIZEMORE

A current classroom teacher of 11 years, Bryce Sizemore has worked in K-2 classrooms creating joyful and impactful learning experiences for his students. He lives in Dallas, TX where he also attended Southern Methodist University to earn his Master of Education degree. He works with teachers across th country to empower them to maximize their efficiency, create hands-on learning experiences, and keep the fun alive in teaching. He enjoys sharing ready-to-use ideas and strategies with teachers across the globe through his website www.theteachingtexan.com.

LISA PETERS

INSTAGRAM: @LISAELAINE

TIKTOK: @LISAELAINE

FACEBOOK: MRS PETERS CLASS

Lisa was born in San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from Texas State University with a degree in Education and Dance/Fine Arts. With 13 years of experience in education, she has taught students across all grade levels, from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Currently, Lisa teaches Kindergarten and believes it is the most magical place to be, where young learners begin their academic journeys. Lisa is passionate and creates learning resources that support students in developing essential reading and writing skills Her materials have helped children and adults worldwide improve their literacy, allowing them to read and write with confidence. Lisa’s attention to detail and intrinsic motivation make her a dedicated educator, always striving to help every child make significant leaps in their learning.

Through her years of experience, Lisa has honed a deep understanding of how young minds learn, and she is committed to fostering an environment where each child feels supported and empowered to reach their fullest potential

NAOMI O’BRIEN MEETYOUR PRESENTERS

@READLIKEAROCKSTARTEACHING

mi O'Brien is an experienced educator and reading expert with over 11 years of teaching elementary ol students and educators. Specializing in evidence-based approaches, Naomi has a proven ability p K-6 students make significant reading growth by breaking down complex research into engaging, ive, and easy-to-implement strategies. With endorsements in Gifted Education, Early Childhood e empowers teachers to transform their instruction, ensuring students build the skills they need to ssful readers Naomi’s visual, systematic approach has made her a trusted leader in helping teachers ts for their students.

oring new, creative approaches to instruction that make learning feel dynamic and fun. She believes ematic approach to teaching that addresses each student's unique needs. By integrating the latest of reading, Naomi has developed strategies that allow teachers to make rapid progress with their ng-term retention and mastery Her methods empower educators to confidently transform struggling d ones with measurable success

@BRAINENGAGER

ANDRE DESHOTEL

Andre Deshotel has been passionately serving education for over 15 years. His experience ranges from middle school teacher, district instructional coach, and elementary assistant administrator In his current role as administrator, he progressively supports students by applying a neuroscience lens on behavior, strengthens teacher capacity in classroom management and student engagement, and collaborates with families and community partners to enhance student achievement.

For the last ten years, Andre has been a certified Whole Brain Teaching trainer that has provided him w crafting and facilitating professional development across the nation. In addition, he provides schools and engaging, robust classroom management and behavior training, along with coaching/mentoring 0-3 y turning both his applied research and on-the-ground experiences into meaningful and practical support. Andre is always ready to jump into the trenches to serve teachers and students any way he can!

STEPHANIE HIGGS

@LITTLEMISSGIFTED

Stephanie Higgs, better known as @littlemissgifted on Instagram, is an award-winning, Nashville-based gifted educator and differentiation coach A quick-thinking, passionate, and international presenter, Stephanie delivers sessions packed with immediate, easy-to-implement, and FUN takeaways that will have you racing back to your classroom inspired and ready to roll! With over a decade of experience nd grade,and 4th grade, Stephanie is your ultimate hype girl—here to love, support, and serve essions will leave you energized, equipped, and empowered to work smarter, not harder, while creating h your students and yourself

Stephanie shares daily, bite-sized ideas and actionable tips for teachers on Instagram most of them completely FREE! Be sure to follow her there to keep the inspiration going and continue the conversation. You won’t want to miss her contagious enthusiasm and practical strategies!

MEETYOUR PRESENTERS

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 resourc iti b k d spending time with her family in Indianapolis, Indiana.

@ITSSIMPLYELEMENTARY

ASHLEY SCHROEDER

Ashley Schroeder is a dedicated and passionate 2nd-grade teacher in Northeast Ohio. Ashley got first classroom in 2006 and has been bringing passion, creativity, and a commitment to excellence classroom for the past 19 years She is a proud graduate of Penn State University with a degree in Elementary Education and furthered her education by earning a Master’s in Education from Saint F University. Ashley is also LETRS-trained, which is rooted in the science of reading.

Ashley’s teaching philosophy revolves around the effectiveness and impact of a well-managed clas systems, routines, and consistent expectations. Drawing on her 19 years of classroom experience, meaningful learning experiences that engage every student, every time, while creating an atmosph community where every learner feels seen, heard, and valued.

This commitment to excellence extends beyond the physical classroom as Ashley actively engages w media and participates in, attends, and presents at educational conferences like Get Your Teach On She is passionate about connecting with other teachers, creating dialogue, and sharing practical, effective tips for turning chaos into calm in ways that maximize instructional time. Through her consistent approaches, relentless enthusiasm, and dedication to student success, Ashley strives to positively shape the future one classroom at a time.

LEAD ON

THIS TRACK IS FOR:

School Leaders and Administrators, Instructional Coaches, District Level Leaders & Staff, Superintendents, PD Coordinators, & Future Leaders

GYTO SCHOOLHOUSE

THIS TRACK IS 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 through guided instructional planning workshops for your school staff together! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

THIS TRACK IS FOR:

K-5 Special Education teachers & Support staff or Educators looking for a deep dive into best practices for special education students and teachers.

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INSTRUCTIONAL LAB

THIS TRACK IS FOR:

Teachers that that support students in multiple Grades K-5, New teachers, New Teacher Mentors, Future Teachers, & Any teacher looking for best instructional practices for ANY grade, ANY lesson & ANY content.

Four days filled with research-based workshops that will guide you in creating rigorous and engaging lessons all year long.

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!

The Education Celebration of the Year kicks off the conference on Sunday 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!

Each attendee receives a professional development certificate for 24 hours of quality professional development over the conference’s four days!

GYTO 4-DAY ALL ACCESS PASS: $639

Register now with just a deposit! Final payment won’t be due until March 2025! Invoice and check options are also available for schools and districts.

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