Pike's ElevatED 2026: Full Schedule

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9:45am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in ELA Classrooms

Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

Instructional Assistants are often the steady presence students rely on during reading and writing time and a key partner for teachers to help keep learning on track. So what does strong support from an instructional assistant look like in literacy instruction? In this session, participants will explore practical ways instructional assistants can reinforce routines, support student behavior, and keep learners engaged during ELA content, helping create more focused, productive classroom environments where literacy learning can thrive.

Speakers

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC

Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC

Morgan Mason began teaching in 2015, serving grades 1, 3, and 4 before transitioning to instructional coaching. She supports teachers and schools with professional development in literacy practices, Science of Reading implementation, and early learning development. She earned her... Read More →

Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
P113

PK-12, ELA

11:00am EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Classroom Management in ELA Classrooms

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

P113

Speakers

Jessica Miller

Professional Learning Specialist, CIESC

Morgan Mason

Professional Learning Specialist, Keep Indiana Learning, CIESC

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
P113

PK-12, ELA

12:15pm EDT

IA/Teacher Training - Supporting Instruction in ELA Classrooms

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

P113

Instructional Assistants are essential partners in supporting high-quality ELA instruction. Working alongside teachers, they provide targeted support to students during reading and writing, helping to reinforce skills, clarify learning, and make instruction more accessible in real time. During this session, participants will explore a variety of ways Instructional Assistants can support small groups, respond to student thinking, and reinforce key literacy skills, which will ultimately help to deepen student understanding and maximize learning during ELA instruction.

Speakers