Elevate20 Cooperative
Elevate20 is a cooperative that includes both synchronous and asynchronous sessions for your educational staff. Sessions will be focused on the four content areas and may incorporate topics in technology, special programs, and parent engagement. Professional development sessions will be offered for multiple grade bands and stakeholders. Find out if your district is a member here, you may be able to attend sessions for FREE all Summer!
If you work in the following districts, you can attend my sessions for free so join us!
Archdiocese of San Antonio
Boerne ISD
Brackett ISD
Carrizo Springs CISD
Crystal City ISD
Edgewood ISD - San Antonio
Ft Sam Houston ISD
Hondo ISD
Karnes City ISD
Lytle ISD
Pearsall ISD
Poteet ISD
Sabinal ISD
South San Antonio ISD
Uvalde ISD
Leveraging Ai for Social Studies Lesson Design
Ai can be our friend if we learn how to Leverage Ai for Social Studies Lesson Design. Discover how AI can transform social studies lesson planning by enhancing creativity, efficiency, and engagement. We'll be using Ai, our TEKS, and our content experts; Susan Reeves from Digital Technology, and Ana Villarreal Simpson, Social Studies Consultant to support your work in creating engaging opportunities for your students that align to the TEKS. June 16, 2025 - Session ID# 112101
SCR: Empowering Writers in Social Studies
Create and leverage exemplars to support students in writing successfully and strategically in tailoring their writing to meet rubric requirements of the short-constructed response. This course will support you in learning how to create exemplars and how to align those exemplars with the SCR on STAAR as well as learn strategies to use in developing writers. This is great for Grades 1-12.
June 17, 2025 - Session ID# 110957
Inquiry Based Social Studies Instruction
Inquiry-based learning is a dynamic and engaging approach to teaching social studies that encourages students to become active investigators of historical events and concepts. One powerful tool that can be employed to facilitate this process is the storyboard. Storyboards allow students to visually organize information, develop critical thinking skills, and construct their understanding of historical narratives. Attendees will learn how to effectively create storyboards, incorporating elements such as visuals, text, and historical context to convey historical events and concepts.
June 26, 2025 - Session ID# 110958
Lessons from Lives: Connecting with Historical Figures
Biographies offer more than just stories of the past—they provide valuable lessons, inspiration, and connections to our own lives. In this session, we will explore the power of reading biographies, uncovering the struggles, achievements, and defining moments of influential individuals. Through guided discussion and reflection, participants will identify themes that resonate with their own experiences, drawing meaningful parallels between historical figures and personal growth. By examining the lives of others, we can gain insight, motivation, and a deeper understanding of our own journeys. June 26, 2025 - Session ID#110960
Engaging Young Minds: The 4QM in Elementary Social Studies
This resource explores how the Four Question Method can be used to make elementary social studies more engaging and thought-provoking. By structuring lessons around essential questions that promote inquiry, critical thinking, and discussion, educators can help students connect historical and social concepts to their own lives. This approach fosters curiosity, deeper understanding, and active participation in the classroom. July 16, 2025 - Session ID#110961
Words Matter: Understanding Our Historical Documents
Join us for an insightful session on the power of language in shaping history. This discussion will explore the significance of words in foundational documents such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and other pivotal texts. We will examine how specific language choices reflect the values, intentions, and debates of their time, as well as their lasting impact on society today. Through close reading and interactive discussion, participants will gain a deeper appreciation of how words frame rights, responsibilities, and national identity. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the meaning behind the words that define our democracy, this session will provide valuable perspectives on the role of language in our nation’s past. July 17, 2025 - Session ID#110962
Fostering Civil Discourse in Schools: Building Respectful and Thoughtful Dialogue
Civil discourse in schools is essential for nurturing critical thinking, mutual respect, and open-minded discussions among students. By encouraging respectful debate, active listening, and constructive dialogue, educators can create an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and students learn to engage thoughtfully with complex issues. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also prepares young individuals to navigate society with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to democratic principles.
July 24, 2025 - Session ID#110963
