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Thursday, October 15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
MCTM (Mathematics)Active Learning Stratagies in PrecalcNannah Myers
GENERALBuilding Sentences, Building Writers: Writing Instruction for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Complex Support NeedsThai Williams
MCTM (Mathematics)Building Thinking Math Classrooms with The Painted Cube ActivityKymn Van Dyken Kymn Van Dyken
MCSS (Social Studies)Clark on the YellowstoneArmand Lohof
GENERALCoffee Culture and Preparation ScienceTom Cubbage
GENERAL"Connecting Classrooms: Romanian Culture, Language, and Traditions for Montana Educators"Daniela Pinneo
MCSS (Social Studies)Democracy Dies: The Fall of the Roman RepublicKevin Oshnock Kevin Oshnock
MSTA (Science)Growing Plants in the classroom on Earth, Moon or Mars and beyondMichael Walz
MSTA (Science)New Science Teachers' Networking BreakfastSuzi Taylor
MSTA (Science)Physical Science Share-a-ThonVryann James Sison Vryann James Sison
GENERALSpecial Olympics Unified Champion Schools--Be An Inclusion Champion!Terri Norman Terri Norman
GENERALTRS 101: Teachers' Retirement System BasicsJohnelle Sedlock
MCTM (Mathematics)Wait what? Algebra tiles in HS? Is that a thing? How does it work? And why should I try it? PART - 1Brent McClain Brent McClain
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
MAEACollaging with Gelli ArtsAutumn Elliot
MAEALearning to start one's own pottery business and create a unique product using both slab work and wheel thrown piecesLisa Botti
MAEAPlayful Practices for Deep Reflection and CritiqueAbi Paytoe Gbayee Abi Paytoe Gbayee
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
GENERALCultivating Classroom EngagementAbigail Hansen Abigail Hansen
Rachel Cutler
MAEADry 2D Needle FeltingBonny Beth Luhman Bonny Beth Luhman
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MALT (Foreign Languages)“Building Lifelong Learners: Strategies for Teaching and Teachers”Thai Williams
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)MATELA Hospitality Room  
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
MCTM (Mathematics)Charge Your Math Classroom with Global Learning!Jake Warner
Elementary EducationClassroom Management through Movement and FunJody Earlene Richards
GENERALCreate A Stellar YearbookLiz Schwartz
MSTA (Science)Earth Science Share-A-ThonSean McAndrews
GENERALHow can museums help teachers, students, and schools?Katherine Hodge Katherine Hodge
MCSS (Social Studies)How to Argue… like a Historian: Explore the Guide to Student Research and Historical ArgumentationHailey Hancock
MCTM (Mathematics)Integrating Student Data Into Amplify Classroom LessonsKurt Shepherd
MCSS (Social Studies)Lewis and Clark in the ClassroomNorman Anderson
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)MATELA Executive Board MeetingAllison Wynhoff Olsen
MSTA (Science)Mindset: Are you Fixed or Growth and Its Integration into the science classroomMichael Walz
MIEA (Indian Education for All)MT Indian Ed for All Educational Field Trips to First Peoples Buffalo Jump State ParkAndy Keller
Alysa La Plante
MCSS (Social Studies)The History Museum & Research Center in Great Falls, MT Resources for TeachersMegan Sanford
Ashleigh McCann
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — AM Session #1Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MCSS (Social Studies)Transforming Your Practice to Persist and ThriveMar Cano Mar Cano
Nick Salmon Nick Salmon
MCTM (Mathematics)Wait what? Algebra tiles in HS? Is that a thing? How does it work? And why should I try it? PART - 2Brent McClain Brent McClain
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
GENERALBecome a Padlet Power UserDeborah Rinio Deborah Rinio
MSTA (Science)Case studies on how to teach Fire ScienceJeannie Chipps
Kari Hinkle
Suzi Taylor
GENERALCustomizing AI: Crafting Tools That Support Your Teaching GoalsCaitlin Byers
MSTA (Science)Mr G Science Show - Best Demos forever!GLENN GOVERTSEN GLENN GOVERTSEN
MSTA (Science)Quantum Adventure: Unlocking Tiny World for K-12 StudentsVryann James Sison Vryann James Sison
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
MCSS (Social Studies)Bringing History Alive for Children!Jodi Delaney Jodi Delaney
MCEE (Economic Education)Bring the Stock Market to Life in Your ClassroomDax Schieffer
Elementary EducationHow to appropriately teach IEFAAmy Grant
GENERALMaking MAST Manageable: Planning, Scheduling, and Monitoring Montana’s Through-Year Assessment Ryan Schrenk
Marie Judisch
MCTM (Mathematics)Math with Bad DrawingsBen Orlin Ben Orlin
Early Childhood EducationMeltdowns in the Classroom: Brain-based Strategies for Self-regulationGia LaForge Gia LaForge
MCSS (Social Studies)Montana Athletes Who Made History, Vol 1Heather Torrence
MCSS (Social Studies)MTLWV Civics Education: Mock Election, Media Literacy, Nitty Gritty of Voting and Suffrage Timeline LessonsRebecca Johnson
MSTA (Science)New Teachers Teaching in the Science classroomMichael Walz
GENERALReframing Dyslexia as a Hyper-abilityJeffery Conger
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Text Sets Present a Fuller Picture: Mixing Historical Fiction and Nonfiction Young Adult Novels in the Secondary ELA ClassroomRebecca Chatham-Vazquez
MCSS (Social Studies)The Great Falls: Lewis and Clark's Great RoadblockNorman Anderson
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — AM Session #2Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MSTA (Science)Using Phenomenon and Inquiry In Science Lab ExperiencesT.J. Umemoto T.J. Umemoto
MCTM (Mathematics)Virtual: Math with Bad Drawings Ben Orlin Ben Orlin
MCSS (Social Studies)What could go wrongArmand Lohof
GENERALWhat Museum of the Rockies offers to teachers and schoolsKatherine Hodge Katherine Hodge
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MAEAAlphabet BowlsKim Jette Kim Jette
MAEAClay in Any ClassroomKelly Seitz Kelly Seitz
MAEAFrom Research to Classroom: Artistic Behavior Modeling in PracticeJessica Novak Jessica Novak
MAEAReimagining Curriculum Design with Standards and MetaphorsAbi Paytoe Gbayee Abi Paytoe Gbayee
GENERALThe Road to Adulthood Starts Early: Using Montana’s Family Guidance Tools to Support Successful TransitionsJean Schroeder
Heidi Gibson
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Elementary EducationConservation Kids Reader Program 
MCSS (Social Studies)Eastern Montana Museum Educator GuideSabre Moore Sabre Moore
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Elevating the Essay: Mastering Writing Foundations and College Writing Readiness with EdReady EnglishJacquie Teasdale
MCTM (Mathematics)Facilitation of Student Uptake in the ClassroomChristopher Linhart
MCEE (Economic Education)Games, Candy, and Wealth, Making Econ/Personal Finance FunDax Schieffer
MCSS (Social Studies)Igniting Civic Curiosity: Expanding Civics Beyond the Classroom with Free Programs for Students & TeachersKate Koenig
Annie Zavitz
MLA (Library)Law for School LibrariansShelley O'Rourke Shelley O'Rourke
Jen Hossack
MCTM (Mathematics)Let’s do math! The Montana Math Teachers’ CircleFrederick Peck
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Mitakuye Oyasin – We Are All Related - Making relatives in Montana through IEFA Implementation.Mike Jetty
MSTA (Science)MSTA Keynote Speaker 
MCSS (Social Studies)New Trends in American PoliticsKevin Oshnock Kevin Oshnock
MSTA (Science)Opportunities for Science TeachersMichael Walz
MCTM (Mathematics)Supporting Proficiency-Based Learning in Math Classrooms: Lessons from Glacier HSMarcella Flannigan
Bethany Shehan
Anthony Lapke
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Teaching Readers through Inquiry: Opening a Unit with Art, Music, and Background KnowledgeRebecca Chatham-Vazquez
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — AM Session #3Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MSTA (Science)Virtual: MSTA Keynote Speaker  
GENERALVisual PhonicsArle Lohof
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
MCSS (Social Studies)Lewis on the Maris River going east.Armand Lohof
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)MATELA Business MeetingAllison Wynhoff Olsen
MCSS (Social Studies)MCSS Business MeetingBruce Wendt
MSTA (Science)MSTA Business MeetingSuzi Taylor
MCSS (Social Studies)Pandemonium on the Prairie: A Story of Crime & Consequences in the Montana Fur Trade (1833–1851)Heather Torrence
GENERALSocial Security 101: Understanding Survivor BenefitsDavid Baier
MSTA (Science)Teaching the Periodic Table (Chemistry) to 4th - 9th grade (10-11-12?) studentsMichael Walz
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — AM Session #4Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
GENERALVirtual and Extended Reality (XR/VR) Exploration for Your ClassroomCaitlin Byers
McKenna Akane McKenna Akane
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MCTM (Mathematics)MCTM Annual MeetingJake Warner
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
GENERALAmplify Classroom, It's Not Just For MathKurt Shepherd
MCSS (Social Studies)Beyond Borders: Ecological Stewardship as a Pathway to Peaceful CoexistenceDori Gerber
MCSS (Social Studies)Bozeman Trail: Conflict on the Frontier and Other SimulationsMary Zuchowski
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Creating Curiosity: How Anticipation Guides Encourage Students to Read, Question and ReflectBeverly Chin Beverly Chin
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Increasing Joy and Engagement in WritingLindsey Moses Lindsey Moses
MSTA (Science)Life Sciences Share-a-ThonAmber Lloyd
Elementary EducationLittle Historians, Big Ideas: Using Primary Sources in K–5 ClassroomsDon Jenkins Don Jenkins
MSCA (School Counselors)Section 504 in the Real World: School Counselor Roles, Rural Realities, and Practical GuidanceAlli Bristow Alli Bristow
MSTA (Science)SPARKing Student Research: Bringing Public Health and Air Quality Science into the ClassroomKayla Chipongian
Anna Kiley
MCSS (Social Studies)The Importance of Naval WarfareKevin Oshnock Kevin Oshnock
MCSS (Social Studies)The Montana Constitution RoadshowRylee Sommers-Flanagan Rylee Sommers-Flanagan
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — PM Session #1Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
GENERALUsing Alternative Instructional Methodology to Increase Student Engagement in Teaching & LearningDr. Jesse Randy Hale Dr. Jesse Randy Hale
GENERALWorking with Students Experiencing HomelessnessJody Earlene Richards
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MSTA (Science)Building Home Made Rockets in the ClassroomMichael Walz
MAEADip, Stamp, Repeat: A hand-printed fabric workshopMonica Thompson Monica Thompson
GENERALKnowing Myself to Better Connect with Students, Educators, and the CommunityJackie Wooten
Laveta Weatherington Laveta Weatherington
MCSS (Social Studies)More Than a History Project: Real Research, Student Voice, and National History DayThomas Johnson
Hailey Hancock
MSTA (Science)Sustainable Climate Solutions (for a climate change unit in middle or high school)Steven Riccio``
Felicia King Felicia King
Felicia King Felicia King
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
MAEAIn Harmony with the Land: Pine Needle BasketmakingJennifer Combe Jennifer Combe
MAEASuminagashi & Contemporary Paper Marbling Lesson PlanBonny Beth Luhman Bonny Beth Luhman
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MALT (Foreign Languages)“Building Lifelong Learners: Strategies for Teaching and Teachers” Part 2Thai Williams
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)ACT OverviewSusan Hayes Susan Hayes
Susan Hayes Susan Hayes
MSTA (Science)Citizen Science in Prescribed Burn LandscapesLiz Burke
David Tuss
MCSS (Social Studies)Civics Matters - Now More Than Ever!Sandra Oldendorf Sandra Oldendorf
MSCA (School Counselors)Durable Skills Aren’t “Soft”: Promoting What Graduates Actually NeedBurke Wallace Burke Wallace
MLA (Library)From Classroom to Campus & Beyond: K-12 & Academic Librarians Empowering Montana LearnersJoanne Didriksen Joanne Didriksen
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Invasive Species Education Through an IEFA LensMEGAN HOYER MEGAN HOYER
MCTM (Mathematics)Making negative numbers meaningful using contexts and representationsFrederick Peck
GENERALNEW Teacher Rights and Expectations (Non-Tenured doesn't mean you shouldn't be treated as a professional!)Tom Cubbage
GENERALNicotine and Our Youth: Educator Strategies for Prevention and SupportJessica Brown
Beth Dominicis
Elementary EducationSupporting Multilingual Learners: Scaffolds and Strategies for Language and Literacy DevelopmentLindsey Moses Lindsey Moses
MCSS (Social Studies)Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide PreventionSarah Eckman-Wade Sarah Eckman-Wade
Tracy Rassley Tracy Rassley
Early Childhood EducationTeaching Math Facts in the Primary ClassroomGia LaForge Gia LaForge
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — PM Session #2Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Uncovering the Hidden History of the Electric CityKen Robison
MSCA (School Counselors)Virtual: Durable Skills Aren’t “Soft”: Promoting What Graduates Actually Need Burke Wallace Burke Wallace
MCSS (Social Studies)Virtual: MTLWV Civics Education: Mock Election, Media Literacy, Nitty Gritty of Voting and Suffrage Timeline Lessons Rebecca Johnson
MCSS (Social Studies)We the People: The Montana ConstitutionJulia Gustafson
Susan Byorth Fox
MCTM (Mathematics)Where Does an “A” End and a “B” Begin?Brent McClain Brent McClain
MSTA (Science)Why Videos Won't Replace Teachers: Using questions to elicit student thinkingMichael Poser
Michael Poser
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
GENERALA Tour of the Montana School for the Deaf and the BlindDenise Rutledge
MCSS (Social Studies)Imperial Geography of the AmericasMatthew Schertz
MSTA (Science)Meet Them, Move Them: Making Sense of NGSS through Ladderized ApproachVryann James Sison Vryann James Sison
MCTM (Mathematics)The GOAT of all Math ProblemsHolly Burwell Holly Burwell
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
MCTM (Mathematics)Designing Mathematics for Every Learner: Using a Neurodevelopmental Lens to Increase AccessHeather Bleecker Heather Bleecker
MSTA (Science)Hands-on Solar System Modeling you will Remember and Understand!Martin Horejsi Martin Horejsi
MCTM (Mathematics)How to curate cool math stuff.Ben Orlin Ben Orlin
MIEA (Indian Education for All)IEFA Resources in a MAST landscapeMatt Bell
GENERALKnow Thyself: Building Your Professional RoadmapAshley Archambault Ashley Archambault
GENERALLeading with Strength: Positive Education Tools for High School Students' Leadership and Career DevelopmentTammy Tolleson-Knee
Sisilia Kusumaningsih
GENERALMaking MAST Usable: Understanding Data, Score Reports, and Instructional Next StepsRyan Schrenk
Marie Judisch
Early Childhood EducationMeltdowns in the Classroom: Brain-based Strategies for Self-regulationGia LaForge Gia LaForge
MAEA"Our Mosaic, Our Community: Individually We Aspire, Together We Excel!"James Turner James Turner
GENERALPeace Education for Children and Youth: Resources and Real Stories to Foster a More Peaceful WorldMelissa Efta Melissa Efta
MAEAPersonalized image transferKim Jette Kim Jette
MCSS (Social Studies)See It, Question It, Connect It: High Engagement Strategies for All TeachersDon Jenkins Don Jenkins
MCSS (Social Studies)Soundtrack of War: Analyzing World War II Through Music and Primary SourcesMary Zuchowski
GENERALSupport your Early Career Educators (New Teacher Supports)Tom Cubbage
Stephanie Olson
GENERALTeacher Leadership Institute (TLI) - Personalized Professional DevelopmentTeresa Marchant
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — PM Session #3Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Writing Coaches of Montana: A Community Volunteer Program that Supports Students as Writers and Thinkers in Your ClassroomsBeverly Chin Beverly Chin
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Building Belonging: Supporting English Language Learners Through Community, Culture, and Connection (K–8)Kyndra Campbell Kyndra Campbell
MSTA (Science)Field Trip Clean Water Treatment Great FallsMichael Walz
GENERALTRS Ready, Set, Retire!Lexi Newcomer
Johnelle Sedlock
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MCTM (Mathematics)Algebra Empowered: Turning Intervention into Achievement with MTDAJacquie Teasdale
Virg Hale Virg Hale
MCTM (Mathematics)Building Financial Literacy: A Hands-On 10-Step Pathway for grades 1-8+Sarah Melo Sarah Melo
GENERALGoogle's NotebookLM: Grounded AI for EducatorsEmily Freeman Emily Freeman
MAEAHow to Make Panic Look Like Progress, and Other Advice from the Front Lines of LeadershipAbi Paytoe Gbayee Abi Paytoe Gbayee
GENERALKnow Your Refuge: Caring For Your Own Mental Health as an EducatorMaria Munro-Schuster Maria Munro-Schuster
Elementary EducationNumber Sensible Strategies for Comparing Fractions - a units-based approachAaron Nachazel
GENERALTeaching for MTDAKatie Leary
Bill Stockton
MCSS (Social Studies)Teaching the Copper Kings: Technology and High Finance in Montana HistoryBrenda Wahler Brenda Wahler
MCSS (Social Studies)The Chinese Experience in Montana - Historical Society FootlockerJodi Delaney Jodi Delaney
MSTA (Science)The Traveling Planetarium: Bringing the Universe to Your Students — PM Session #4Ryan Hannahoe Ryan Hannahoe
MAEAVirtual: How to Make Panic Look Like Progress, and Other Advice from the Front Lines of Leadership Abi Paytoe Gbayee Abi Paytoe Gbayee
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
MALT (Foreign Languages)Empowering Intercultural Voices Through Music and Art with Two UDL-Based French Lessons for Any World Language ClassroomShandy Lemperle
MCTM (Mathematics)Finding Joy in MathematicsMegan Wickstrom
MSTA (Science)Growing Plants in the classroom on Earth, Moon or Mars and beyondMichael Walz
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Growing Writers, Growing People: "This I Believe" Essays and the Journey of Self-DiscoveryDANA HARING DANA HARING
MCSS (Social Studies)Montana Suffrage History with MusicMary Zuchowski
MAEASite Learning Opportunity at C.M. Russell MuseumSarah Adcock
Geoff Stocking
Austin Haney Austin Haney
MCTM (Mathematics)So what is MCTM anyways?Jake Warner
MALT (Foreign Languages)Spread Your Wings: A Spanish class for teachersKristen Wolf Kristen Wolf
MCSS (Social Studies)The 2026 Midterm Elections: A Deep DiveKevin Oshnock Kevin Oshnock
MALT (Foreign Languages)The Gift of the Bitterroot – IEFA in World Language, TPR, and StorytellingAdrienne Barnes Adrienne Barnes
GENERALTLI Meet Up for Past & Present FellowsGia LaForge Gia LaForge
MCTM (Mathematics)To Zero, or Not to Zero, That is the Question….Brent McClain Brent McClain
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Aesthetic Literacy: An Interdisciplinary, Inquiry-based Approach to InstructionJulia Cruse
Jan Clinard Jan Clinard
GENERALDeveloping Cultural Identity: Exploring Our Core Values & BeliefsJackie Wooten
Laveta Weatherington Laveta Weatherington
GENERALUsing Improv with Youth to Cultivate Strengths and Navigate AnxietyTammy Tolleson-Knee
Dylan Wright Dylan Wright
Friday, October 16, 2026, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)MATELA Hospitality Room 2 
Friday, October 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
MALT (Foreign Languages)Are We Having Fun Yet? Games for Language AcquisitionAdrienne Barnes Adrienne Barnes
Hugh Kingery
MSTA (Science)Big 4 Physics - Interleaving Main Concepts for Maximum RetentionT.J. Umemoto T.J. Umemoto
Elementary EducationBuilding Relationship as Foundation of Behavior ManagementRosel Joy Dalisay Rosel Joy Dalisay
MSTA (Science)Citizen Science: Getting Started or Taking it to the Next LevelSuzi Taylor
GENERALCreating Body Confident SchoolsAshley Malyevac
Katie Glennie
Ilse Smith
Jessi Peterson
MCSS (Social Studies)Heart Mountain Relocation center in World War IIArmand Lohof
MCSS (Social Studies)Implementing Civic Online ReasoningSage Schuett
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Know Your Audience--An Essential Element in Persuasive WritingBeverly Chin Beverly Chin
MSTA (Science)Mindset: Are you Fixed or Growth and Its Integration into the science classroomMichael Walz
GENERALThe Bad News Brain: Why It’s So Damn Hard to Focus on the Positive and How Educators can Pursue HappinessJohn Sommers-flanagan John Sommers-flanagan
MCSS (Social Studies)Through Evelyn’s EyesJody Earlene Richards
MALT (Foreign Languages)Understanding the 2026 Montana World Language State StandardsTabitha Smail
Friday, October 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
GENERALBeyond the Basics: Building Blended Learning Systems That Stick for DCP TeachersMarcella Flannigan
MCTM (Mathematics)How to spreadsheet (and why).Ben Orlin Ben Orlin
MCTM (Mathematics)Math Minds: Engaging, Research-Based Approaches to How the Brain Learns MathHolly Burwell Holly Burwell
Friday, October 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MSTA (Science)Project Learning Tree - Explore your Environment at Giant Springs ParkLaura Hajek
Liz Burke
GENERALThe Secret to Your Happiest, Healthiest and Most Successful LifeRoxie Smith Roxie Smith
Friday, October 16, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
GENERALBehavior Management & Classroom Management for Real ClassroomsAmanda Tramill Amanda Tramill
Amanda Blair Amanda Blair
Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
MALT (Foreign Languages)Acquisition Driven Instruction: Teaching with Somos, Nous Sommes and Wir SindBrooke Gardner
GENERALAvoiding Schoolslop: Rethinking How We Assess and Teach in the AI WorldMaria Andersen Maria Andersen
GENERALFeedback as Fuel via Dialogue that Connects—Every Day, Over Time, for Life ...Marmee Morin Marmee Morin
Elementary EducationFind It in 60 Seconds: Using Kidspod to Bring Free, Safe Podcasts Into Your K–6 ClassroomRachel Lacy Rachel Lacy
MSTA (Science)How (and Why) to Bring Science Olympiad to Your ClassroomSuzi Taylor
Jeannie Chipps
MSCA (School Counselors)Making Dual Enrollment Work: Leveraging the Future Ready Payment in MontanaRyann Gibson Ryann Gibson
MCSS (Social Studies)Montana Stories of the Land - Montana History Text and (Free) Resources at Your Fingertips and Ready to Use in Your ClassroomLaurie Enebo
MALT (Foreign Languages)National Board Certification for World Language TeachersChristy Peeples
MSTA (Science)New Teachers Teaching in the Science classroomMichael Walz
MCSS (Social Studies)Primary Soures in Teaching Montana HistoryJim Martin
MCSS (Social Studies)SacagaweaArle Lohof
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Spiral Review That Sticks: A Simple System for Lasting GrowthAmber Yates Amber Yates
GENERALTeacher Leadership Institute - Personalized Professional DevelopmentGia LaForge Gia LaForge
Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MSTA (Science)Designing and implementing makerspaces as a gateway to careers in emerging technologiesMolly Iversen
Jeannie Chipps
GENERALEthical DilemmasMatthew Schertz
Erin O'Reilly Erin O'Reilly
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Native Language and Culture Resources for All Content AreasMatt Bell
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Practical Strategies for Teaching with CommonLitDANA HARING DANA HARING
Friday, October 16, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Elementary EducationBest Practice in the Resource Room Building Life Skills, Confidence and Family EngagementIrika Genoguin-Tobias Irika Genoguin-Tobias
MALT (Foreign Languages)Brain Breaks and Games GalorePaul Asleson
Paul Asleson
MCSS (Social Studies)Building Democracy: Jewish Contributions to Expanding Religious LibertyDori Gerber
GENERALBurnout Starts Early: A Theory Based Approach to Supporting New Teachers and School Counselors Through Developmental Support and Emotional RegulationAlli Bristow Alli Bristow
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Designing AI-Resistant Writing Tasks That Build Authentic Student Thinking and VoiceSheila Mei Pocdol Sheila Mei Pocdol
MCEE (Economic Education)Forge Your Future: Building Seamless Dual Enrollment Pathways from Classroom to CareerJaime Middleton Jaime Middleton
MALT (Foreign Languages)Heuristic Learning: Fostering Creative Thinking in the English ClassroomTatsiana Talpeka Tatsiana Talpeka
MSTA (Science)Opportunities for Science TeachersMichael Walz
GENERALRaising Highly Capable KidsCharla Bunker
Kerry Klein
MCTM (Mathematics)STEM Sparks: Real-World Problem Solving for Young LearnersAmber Yates Amber Yates
MCSS (Social Studies)Transportation in Montana - Part 1 - from feet to water and wagons.Armand Lohof
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Why I Write Black HistoryKen Robison
Allison Wynhoff Olsen
MCSS (Social Studies)World War I Student EngagementMary Zuchowski
Friday, October 16, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
GENERALUsing Mastery-Based Grading Practices in a Traditional Grading SystemT.J. Umemoto T.J. Umemoto
Friday, October 16, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
GENERALBeyond the Map: Teaching and Thriving in Rural MontanaMary Zuchowski
Alexandra Anhin Alexandra Anhin
GENERALBuilding Bridges: Managing Competency Questioning in SupervisionArianna Vokos Arianna Vokos
GENERALHumanities Montana FREE Speakers in the Schools Programs for EducatorsJohn Knight
Jenny Bevill Jenny Bevill
MCTM (Mathematics)Pattern, Play, and Purpose: Beadwork as a Gateway to Mathematical ThinkingKatrina Engeldrum Katrina Engeldrum
MCTM (Mathematics)Precision Targeting: Using MAST Topic-Only Goals to Bridge Gaps for Grades 6 - 8Jacquie Teasdale
Virg Hale Virg Hale
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Reclaiming Native Culture, Imagery and History in Popular School CultureDana Bremner
MCSS (Social Studies)Social Studies IssuesBruce Wendt
Bruce Wendt
MSTA (Science)Teaching the Periodic Table (Chemistry) to 4th - 9th grade (10-11-12?) studentsMichael Walz
Elementary EducationThe Power of Presence: How Daily Interactions Shape Student SuccessRusty May
Friday, October 16, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MAEAMAEAAutumn Elliot
Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)A Guide to Portfolios as Alternative Assessments of Students' LearnignBeverly Chin Beverly Chin
GENERALDon’t Sweat the Small StuffJody Earlene Richards
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Hitting the Powwow TrailMike Jetty
MSCA (School Counselors)It's Real: Teens and Mental Health for MS and HS Compared to Signs of SuicideTracy Rassley Tracy Rassley
MALT (Foreign Languages)Let’s Dance! Teach Students an Easy Circle SalsaAdrienne Barnes Adrienne Barnes
MCTM (Mathematics)Math Teaching Practices - Episode 4: A Discourse on DiscourseBrent McClain Brent McClain
Elementary EducationPlace-Based Learning & IEFA Environmental Projects: Integrating through the Curriculumconnie michael connie michael
GENERALRegulate First, Teach Second: Practical Strategies to Reduce Behaviors and Increase Student EngagementAlicia Hakes Alicia Hakes
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Stronger Together: Using a Shared K–12 Writing Scope to Engage Reluctant WritersAustin Ransom Austin Ransom
Amber Yates Amber Yates
MCSS (Social Studies)The End of ImperialismKevin Oshnock Kevin Oshnock
MCSS (Social Studies)Through a Child's Eyes - MT Historical Society FootlockerJodi Delaney Jodi Delaney
MCSS (Social Studies)Transportation in Montana - Part 2 - From Railroads, muddy roads, highways and Interstates to AirlinesArmand Lohof
Elementary EducationUDL Meets AI Literacy: Supporting Every LearnerRachelle Dené Poth Rachelle Dené Poth
MALT (Foreign Languages)Visual Voices: Using Graphic Novels to Transform the French ClassroomAnne Sophie Dubosson
Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MSTA (Science)Building Home Made Rockets in the ClassroomMichael Walz
MAEAContinued Conversations: DEI & A in the 2026 Art RoomJennifer Combe Jennifer Combe
Mara Pierce
Michael Cassins
Cortni Harant
GENERALHigh-Impact Strategies for DCP TeachersMarcella Flannigan
GENERALTrain the Teacher: Modern School Threat ResponseGreg Mcgillen
MAEAWango Tango Let's ZentangleSusan Supola
MCTM (Mathematics)What Happens After You Teach It: A Blended Math Toolkit for Middle and High SchoolMarcella Flannigan
Tim Felke
Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
MCTM (Mathematics)Math as a Lens for Our Stories: Cultivating Curiosity with Data (K-5)Katrina Engeldrum Katrina Engeldrum
Friday, October 16, 2026, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MCTM (Mathematics)The Eight Habits of Highly Effective Math StudentsHolly Burwell Holly Burwell
Friday, October 16, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MAEAAI BootcampJeffery Conger
MALT (Foreign Languages)Beyond the Classic Kahoot Quiz: Activating Schemata Through an Inductive Teaching ApproachFranck Lemperle
GENERALBuilding and Using Chatbots with LearnersDeborah Rinio Deborah Rinio
MAEACeltic knott name tagKim Jette Kim Jette
GENERALCultivating Wellbeing: Principles and Practice from Positive PsychologyTammy Tolleson-Knee
Sisilia Kusumaningsih
MALT (Foreign Languages)Integrating Grammar and Culture into InstructionKate Kithil Kate Kithil
GENERALIntro to Montana Youth Challenge AcademyEleanor Wintersteen Eleanor Wintersteen
MALT (Foreign Languages)Let's negotiate: Information gap and spot the difference activitiesTabitha Smail
MCTM (Mathematics)Math Teaching Practices – Episode 6: Bridging Procedural Fluency and Conceptual UnderstandingBrent McClain Brent McClain
GENERALPull Your ShareHalle Gardner
Elementary EducationSTEM-ulating Activities for People and the PlanetCorinne Day
Corinne Day Corinne Day
MIEA (Indian Education for All)Teaching TreatiesDylan Huisken Dylan Huisken
MCSS (Social Studies)Themes: Organize Your American History ClassBruce Wendt
MAEAThinking of creativity through a fresh lensMichael Cassens
MCSS (Social Studies)Transportation in Montana - From boats and feet to ":skunk wagons" Part 1Armand Lohof
Friday, October 16, 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
GENERALAI and the Law: What Do Educators Need to KnowRachelle Dené Poth Rachelle Dené Poth
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)Making Linguists of Language Students: Columbia School Tool/Task Instrumental Theory of LinguisticsWendy Schultz Wendy Schultz
GENERALSchool Supports with Federal FundsRichard Hanley
Justine guthrie
Kimberly Rebich
Marisa Britton-Bostwick Marisa Britton-Bostwick
Zach Hawkins Zach Hawkins
Friday, October 16, 2026, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Elementary EducationHands on messy, sneaky, collaborative learning at its finest!Amanda Tramill Amanda Tramill
Amanda Blair Amanda Blair
GENERALPolyester Plate LithographyGesine Janzen Gesine Janzen
Friday, October 16, 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
GENERALClassroom-Ready Visual Supports for Academic, Social, and Behavioral OutcomesThai Williams
GENERALHappiness Through the TiersTammy Tolleson-Knee
Dylan Wright Dylan Wright
MCTM (Mathematics)Moving Toward Doing in Math and ScienceChristopher Linhart
Michael Poser
Michael Poser
GENERALTalk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide PreventionTracy Rassley Tracy Rassley
Friday, October 16, 2026, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MAEABasic Use, Care, and Maintenance for Electric KilnsKelly Seitz Kelly Seitz
MAEACeramic SurfacesEliza Weber Eliza Weber
GENERALCinematographymark Shogren
MAEADichroic Glass Cabochon and Copper Wire WrapAutumn Elliot
MSTA (Science)Field Trip Waste Water TreatmentMichael Walz
MAEAIgniting Ideation: Strategies to Spark Creative ThinkingAbi Paytoe Gbayee Abi Paytoe Gbayee
GENERALPyrography: the art of wood burningNatalie Nicolson Natalie Nicolson
GENERALThe In-Between Perspective: Insights from MSU Pre-Service Teachers on Teaching and LearningAspiring Educators MSU Aspiring Educators MSU
Maya Aquilar
Friday, October 16, 2026, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MATELA (English Language Arts)/WPUBS (Writing Projects)From Screen to Story: Using Student Voice and AI-Powered Tools to Hook Reluctant ReadersAndy Rowse
Marcella Flannigan