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Fall Media Conference
October 11, 2013
South Padre Island Convention Centre 7355 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597
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Region One ESC Board of Directors2013‐2014
Ricardo Gutierrez, Chairperson
Place 2 – Jim Hogg County, Starr County & Zapata County
Ruben Cortez, Jr., Vice‐Chairperson Place 5 – Cameron County
Dr. Manuel Gomez, Jr., Secretary
Place 6 – Cameron County
Raul Roberto “Bobby” Chapa Place 7 – Willacy County
Gilbert Enriquez
Place 4 – Hidalgo County
Linda La Mantia Place 3 – Webb County
Alicia E. Requenez
Place 1 – Hidalgo County
Crissy Urias Charter Schools Representative
Administration
Dr. Cornelio Gonzalez Executive Director
Dr. Eduardo Cancino
Deputy Director, Instructional Support
Dr. Marco Antonio Lara, Jr. Deputy Director, Administrative Leadership, School & Community Support
Frances Guzman
Deputy Director, Business, Operations & Finance Support
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Fall Media Conference Schedule
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast and Exhibits
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM Welcome and General Session 1 featuring Jackie Mims Hopkins
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Exhibits
10:45 AM – 11:30 AM Breakout Sessions 1
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Lunch (On Your Own)
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM Exhibits, Sign‐in for Afternoon
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM Breakout Sessions 2
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM General Session 2 featuring Kelly Leu
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM Door Prizes (In Exhibit Hall)
Featured Authors
David Bowles Carolyn Flores
Erika Garza‐Johnson Keith Graves
Rachel Harris PJ Hoover
Jackie Mims Hopkins Myra Infante
Susan Kralovansky Tom McDermott
Robert Moreira Rickey Pittman
Don Tate Tim Tingle
Leslie Widener Terry Widener
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Foyer & Meeting Rooms
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Fall Med
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ference 2013
Mini Session
s At‐A‐Glance
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8:00
AM —
9:00
AM
Registration
, Con
tine
ntal Breakfast, Exhibits
9:00
AM —
9:45
AM
Welcome
Gen
eral Session
1: Jackie M
ims Hop
kins
Room
500
The Goldie
Socks
Strategy
10:00 AM —
10:30 AM
Exhibits
10:45 AM —
11:30 AM
Aztec and
Mayan
Poe
try:
High Interest,
Cultu
rally
Relevant and
Ch
allenging
Rekind
ling
the Joy of
Reading
John
ny
App
leseed
Festival—
Gen
res Co
me
to Life
@ th
e Library
The Rio
Grand
e Va
lley
in Son
g and
Story
Battle of the
Bo
oks
Compe
tition
Making Bo
oks
Pop: Lessons
From
My
Writin
g
Process Ca
n Help Yo
u
Engage th
e Re
ader
Stud
ents Start
Smart w
ith
Brita
nnica
Expand
You
r Re
sources
with
Free
eBoo
ks!
Learning
the
Digita
l Way
11:30 AM —
12:30 PM
LU
NCH
(On Yo
ur Own)
12:30 PM
—1:00
PM
Exhibits
1:15
PM —
2:00
PM
Book
a Trip—
Read
Aroun
d the World
Research
Project
Dystopian
YA
L: Fighting
for Survival,
Family, and
Love
Craftin
g
Relevant
Literature
for ELLs in
the RG
V
Add
ing
Character to
Your
Collection
BrainP
OP
Basics and
Be
yond
Go Wild
Science &
Reading
Assem
bly
Program
eRead and
Repo
rt: The
Next
Gen
eration of
eBoo
ks
Inno
vativ
e
iPad
App
s S.T.E.M.
Curriculum
2:15
PM —
3:00
PM
A Brave New
World:
Copyright in
the Digita
l Age
Gen
eral Session
2: Ke
lly Leu
Ro
om 500
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Jackie is a retired teacher/librarian with over thirty years experience. She has been featured in newspapers, magazines, and has written articles for educational periodicals. She is the author of 11 picture books. Many of the books have been featured on state reading lists, chosen as literature selections for textbooks, and have won literary awards. Jackie has been a keynote speaker and session presenter at state and national conferences. She also enjoys speaking in schools as a visiting author.
Welcome and General Session 1 9:00 AM— 9:45 AM
Exhibits 10:00 AM — 10:30 AM
Breakout Sessions 10:45 AM — 11:30 AM
The Goldie Socks Strategy Award winning author, Jackie Mims Hopkins, will share her book, Goldie Socks and the Three Libearians, and provide strategies to encourage enthusiasm in the library. Through a PowerPoint presentation and storytelling, Jackie will offer creative ideas and techniques to invigorate your library program. Presenter(s): Jackie Mims, Hopkins, Author Room: 500 Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Grade Level: K‐12
Aztec and Mayan Poetry: High‐Interest, Culturally Relevant and Challenging Dr. David Bowles will discuss Flower, Song, Dance his new book of accessible English translations of Mesoamerican verse, and how these can be used to hook secondary students on the genre of poetry. Presenter(s): David Bowles, Ed.D. ‐ Donna ISD Room: 101 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: 6‐12
Battle of the Books Competition Battle of the Books is a voluntary reading incentive program for students in grades 6‐12. The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers. Presenter(s): Rosana Gutierrez & Sylvia Marroquin ‐ Pharr‐San Juan‐Alamo ISD Room: 201 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: 6‐12
Expand Your Resources with Free eBooks! Libraries within the state of Texas face ever decreasing budgets. Find out how to access great free ebooks for your ISD or institution. Presenter(s): Carlton T. Nelson ‐ University of Texas ‐ Pan American Room: 500 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: 6‐12
Johnny Appleseed Festival ‐ Genres Come to Life @ the Library! Bring the genres to life by celebrating folktales and legends in the library. Celebrate Johnny Appleseed's birthday in September with fun hands on, interactive activities at the library. Literature, cooking, arts and crafts and music is integrated into this celebration of American folklore. Presenter(s): Aida Mancias & Maire Vera ‐ Brownsville ISD Room: 103 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: K‐5
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Lunch (On Your Own) 11:30 AM — 12:30 PM
Exhibits 12:30 PM — 1:00 PM
Making Books Pop: Lessons From My Writing Process Can Help You Engage the Reader From books and learning games to technology, this former librarian and author shares ideas, unique resources, strategies and technological tools to impact student learning. Are you frustrated by a curriculum that doesn't reach every type of learner? Join picture book author and former school librarian Susan Kralovansky as she discusses her process for creating stories that speak to children's interests. Presenter(s): Susan Kralovansky , Author Room: 202 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: K‐5
Rekindling the Joy of Reading PSJA ISD Quad‐School Librarian, Lisa Hernandez, shares her state award‐winning reading incentive program “Rekindling the Joy of Reading”. As an alternative school librarian, Mrs. Hernandez utilizes picture books with computerized assessments to motivate high school students to read young adult novels. The reading culture among students and student academic success has increased with each school year. Presenter(s): Lisa Hernandez ‐ Pharr‐San Juan‐Alamo ISD Room: 102 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: 9‐12
Students Start Smart with Britannica Library Media Specialists are the hub for connecting teachers and students to digital resources that best meet all of their learning needs, including those that best support TEKS Standards. Join us to deepen your understanding of the TEKS Standards, and meet an array of effective digital resources. Special features promote differentiation to reach all students and a specially‐designed elementary interface engages young children in age‐appropriate viewing and learning experiences. Resources are provided to all Region One schools through the Library Services & Media Co‐op. Presenter(s): Lisa Gorena ‐ Britannica Digital Learning Room: 203 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: K‐12
The Rio Grande Valley in Song and Story This session will describe the fascinating history, events, and people of the Rio Grande Valley, including the story of John McAllen, John Young, Santos Benavides, and others! Presenter(s): Rickey E. Pittman, Author Room: 104 Time: 10:45 AM ‐ 11:30 AM Grade Level: K‐8
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Breakout Sessions 1:15 PM — 2:00 PM Adding Character to Your Collection Having a library that is attractive and inviting to students and staff is as important as the materials that you circulate. This session will provide instruction on easy, inexpensive ideas you can make or buy to brighten up your library. Presenter(s): Linda Villarreal & Jeanne Johanns ‐ San Benito CISD Room: 104 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
Book a Trip ‐ Read Around the World Research ProjectTravel around the world through reading about countries at the library. Learn how to start a research program with your third graders and up. This workshop will provide a sample lesson plan, task cards for partner or group work, and step by step guides for using technology (i.e. iPad apps). Learn how to incorporate research in the library regardless of whether you are on a fixed or flexible schedule. The activities presented can be completed during library time or you can choose to extend them. Presenter(s): Amy Marquez, Laura Quiroz & Diamantina Garcia ‐ Pharr‐San Juan‐Alamo ISD Room: 101 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐5
BrainPOP Basics and Beyond Take a tour of our sites and mobile apps as we discuss best practices for engaging students and getting the most out of your subscription. We will share tips and tricks for using BrainPOP, BrainPOP Español, BrainPOP Jr. and BrainPOP ESL in the classroom. Come see our valuable free resources: BrainPOP Educators andGameUP! This is a perfect session for newbies and veterans alike! Presenter(s): Arturo Guajardo ‐ BrainPOP Room: 201 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
Crafting Relevant Literature for ELLs in the RGV Two university professors will lead a discussion about the work of local authors and editors as they seek to provide students in the Rio Grande Valley with literature in which those children see themselves reflected.Presenter(s): Robert Moreira, Erika Garza‐Johnson & Myra Infante ‐ University of Texas ‐ Pan American Room: 103 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
Dystopian YAL: Fighting for Survival, Family, and Love Divergent, Ship Breaker, Legend, Delirium, Matched, The Hunt, Monument 14, Enclave, Across the Universe, Under the Never Sky, The Fifth Wave, The Hunger Games, and more! A genre of speculative fiction, dystopian YAL offers adventure in a post‐apocalyptic near future. Dystopian literature alerts readers to the risks of society's present course and prompts analysis of how we act in a crisis. Why do dystopias attract teens? How do these popular books raise social consciousness? Which new books and series are must‐reads? Presenter(s): Amy Cummins ‐ University of Texas ‐ Pan American Room: 102 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: 6‐12
eRead and Report: The Next Generation of eBooks eRead and Report is truly the next generation of eBooks. Rourke Educational Media eBooks work on all mobile technology including smart phones, tablets, regular PC's and laptops. All eBooks are simultaneous access available 24/7 from home or school. Best of all with eRead and Report our assessments evaluate your student's critical thinking skills through higher level thinking comprehension questions and evaluates Tier 1, Tier2, and Tier 3 vocabulary. Best of all‐‐Lifetime Usage, No Subscriptions, No Renewal Fee. Presenter(s): Chuck Dearman ‐ Rourke Educational Media Room: 203 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
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Door Prizes 3:15 PM
General Session 2 2:15 PM — 3:00 PM
Door Prizes will take place in Exhibit Hall.
Innovative iPad Apps This session will share ideas on how to incorporate the iPad into any instructional setting. Cool ways to maximize the use of an iPad will be shared. Presenter(s): Ana Garza & Alexsis Anzaldua ‐ Edinburg CISD Room: 500 Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
S.T.E.M. Curriculum S.T.E. M. initiative realigns traditional math and science education making career readiness a priority for all learners. Children's Plus, Inc. encourages a 21st century learning environment where students not only have the curiosity to wonder why but the motivation to discover how. We equip schools with the materials needed to develop a solid foundation in the increasingly complex subject areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.Presenter(s): Kevin Walsh & Doylene Escue ‐ Children's Plus, Inc. Room: Lobby Breakout Session BoothTime: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
A Brave New World: Copyright in the Digital Age Developments in technology make the copying and sharing of information very easy to accomplish in the digital world. However, copyright law presents us with significant challenges when we engage in these activities while teaching. This presentation addresses the basic principles of copyright, why we have it, and how it works. Important educational exceptions such as fair use are addressed along with special issues related to using content found online. Presenter(s): Kelly Leu ‐ University of Texas ‐ Pan American Room: 500 Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Grade Level: K‐12
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Exhibit Hall
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Exhibitors
Exhibitor Booth#3 Sisters Store ........................................................................ 121 Audio Visual Aids Corp. ....................................................... 106 Baker & Taylor ....................................................................... 112 Books Are Fun ....................................................................... 134 Bound To Stay Bound Books ..................................................... 109 BrainPOP .............................................................................. 128 Britannica Digital Learning ................................................... 108 Children's Plus, Inc. ................................................................. 102 Colibri Systems North America, Inc. ............................................ 122 Delaney Educational Enterprises, Inc. .......................................... 123 EBSCO Publishing ................................................................... 117 Epson .................................................................................. 119 Follett School Solutions Group .................................................. 107 Greg Escue & Associates .......................................................... 113 Gumdrop Books ..................................................................... 131 Harcourt Outlines, Inc. ............................................................. 132 Julian Franklin/Library Rat Productions ....................................... 130 Keystone Books & Media ......................................................... 129 Mackin Educational Resources .................................................. 105 Overlooked Books ............................................................. 133 Perma‐Bound Books ................................................................ 125 Rainbow Book Company .......................................................... 101 Renaissance Learning .............................................................. 124 Rourke Educational Media ........................................................ 127 Sam Houston State University/Library Science .............................. 116 Scholastic Inc. ................................................................... 104 Scholastic Library Publishing ................................................. 118 Storyteller Mary Grace Ketner ................................................... 135 Summit Integration Systems ..................................................... 111 Texserve ............................................................................... 120
CONFERENCE SPONSORS are listed in bold.
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Conference Sponsors
Library Services & Media Cooperative
Contacts: María Elena Ovalle, Coordinator [email protected] 956.984.6055 Phone 956.984.7600 Fax
Fabiola Fuentes, Program Assistant [email protected] 956.984.6072 Phone 956.984.7600 Fax
Website:
www.esc1.net/media
Scholastic Library Publishing