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Tuesday, August 4
 

8:00am PDT

Welcome Message: District Teacher of the Year
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am PDT
Gymnasium

Speakers
avatar for Marni Beaumont

Marni Beaumont

Teacher, Cleo Gordon Elementary School

Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am PDT
Gymnasium

8:30am PDT

Google Suite (Beginner)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 30
In this session you will learn:

  • Accessing the Waffle
  • GMail- composing mail, attaching files, searching mail
  • Google Drive-Create a folder & share
  • Google Docs- Create a doc & share
  • Google Slides- Creating a basic presentation, sharing, inserting an image
  • Google Calendar- Create an event, search calendar

Speakers
avatar for Kristy Love

Kristy Love

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Supporting our new teachers to be the best educator they can be for our students… that’s what I’m passionate about!
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 30

8:30am PDT

Google Suite (Intermediate)- Elementary Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 31
In this session, you will learn:

  • GMail- Organizing inbox with labels, filters, and priority settings
  • Google Drive- Use Workspaces, advanced sharing settings
  • Google Docs- hyperlinks, voice typing & add-ons
  • Google Slides- embedding videos, linking slides, adding animations/transitions
  • Google Calendar- Set up appointment slots and recurring events

Speakers
avatar for Christina Geyer

Christina Geyer

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Christina Geyer is an experienced educator, instructional coach, and school leader with over a decade of service in diverse California school districts. She currently serves as a Consulting Teacher for Fairfield-Suisun Unified, where she mentors and coaches early-career educators. Christina brings... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 31

8:30am PDT

Google Suite (Intermediate)- Secondary Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 37
In this session, you will learn:

  • GMail- Organizing inbox with labels, filters, and priority settings
  • Google Drive- Use Workspaces, advanced sharing settings
  • Google Docs- hyperlinks, voice typing & add-ons
  • Google Slides- embedding videos, linking slides, adding animations/transitions
  • Google Calendar- Set up appointment slots and recurring events

Speakers
avatar for Mike Sagan

Mike Sagan

Teacher, Rodriguez High School
Hi!  I'm Mike Sagan, and I've been teaching at Rodriguez since 2002 (so I'm getting old!).  I love computers and Video Games, so it is great that I teach Video Game Design because I get to play with computers!  I'm very good with Aeries and the Google Suite, so PLEASE feel free... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Room 37

8:30am PDT

Google Suite Advanced
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Library
In this session, you will learn:

  • GMail- Creating filters for auto-sorting, setting up auto-replies with templates
  • Google Forms- Creating self-grading quizzes, using branching, auto-generating feedback with Autocrat
  • Google Sheets- Creating dropdown menus, conditional formatting, creating charts for data visualization
  • Google Sites- creating a class website or digital portfolio for students

Speakers
avatar for Andy Meyers

Andy Meyers

MTSS Coordinator, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Andy Meyers is a Coordinator of Educational Services in the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District where he supports teachers and administrators with MTSS implementation strategies, Social-Emotional Learning initiatives and Healing-Centered Engagement certification and training... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Library

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Elementary Art, Music & STEAM Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 5
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Amy Haltom

Amy Haltom

Music Teacher, Suisun Elementary School
Amy Haltom is entering her seventh year of teaching general music at Suisun Elementary School, where she teaches students in first through fifth grade. Previously, she taught strings in a variety of settings for over 20 years. She was awarded Teacher of the Year for her site in 2023... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 5

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for EXPERIENCED Secondary Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 14
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Kristin Warsaw

Kristin Warsaw

Coordinator, New Teacher Academy, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
About Kristin
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 14

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Grades 1 & 2
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 10
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Laura Obando

Laura Obando

2nd Grade Teacher, Cordelia Hills Elementary
Second grade teacher
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 10

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Grades 3-5
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 11
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Victoria Rodgers

Victoria Rodgers

Teacher, KI Jones Elementary School
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 11

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Kindergarten
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 9
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Kristy Love

Kristy Love

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Supporting our new teachers to be the best educator they can be for our students… that’s what I’m passionate about!
avatar for Monique Turner-Brown

Monique Turner-Brown

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 9

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for NEW Secondary Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 12
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Dominique Burciaga

Dominique Burciaga

Teacher, Fairfield High School
Hi!
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 12

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Physical Education Teachers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 16
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Cameron Cash

Cameron Cash

Physical Education Teacher, Dover Elementary School
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 16

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School for Pre K & TK (AT MARY BIRD PRESCHOOL)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Mary Bird Early Childhood Education Center
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about: 
  • Setting up your ECE classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Maisha Burke

Maisha Burke

Teacher, Mary Bird ECE Center
Hi! My name is Maisha Burke, and I teach at Mary Bird State Preschool.      This is my 6th year as a preschool teacher, and I bring over 14 years of experience as a paraprofessional, making it 20 years total in education. Outside the classroom, I enjoy reading, watching various... Read More →
MS

Megan Stack

Teacher, Mary Bird
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Mary Bird Early Childhood Education Center 420 E Tabor Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School in Special Education- RSP
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 8
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Tiffanie Warder

Tiffanie Warder

Teacher, Matt Garcia Career and College Center
Hello,
My name is Tiffanie and I am going into my 7th year of teaching Special Education and my 5th with FSUSD. I work as a resource specialist at Matt Garcia Career and College Academy. Special Education is my passion but I love helping all students!
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 8

10:10am PDT

First Weeks of School in Special Education- SDC/FA/TAP/PERL
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 7
This session will focus on CSTP 2: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning. You will learn about:
  • Setting up your classroom
  • Creating a welcoming environment
  • Routines & procedures
  • Organizing your classroom
  • Initial Contact with Parents

Speakers
avatar for Deborah Cermeno

Deborah Cermeno

TAP Teacher, Dover Elementary School
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am PDT
Room 7

11:40am PDT

Lunch provided by Valley Strong Credit Union
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:40am - 12:40pm PDT
Gymnasium

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:40am - 12:40pm PDT
Gymnasium

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior (All Special Education Teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Library

Speakers
avatar for Curtis Clough

Curtis Clough

Behavior Analyst, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Library

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Elementary Release (PE, Art, Music & STEAM)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 12
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Cameron Cash

Cameron Cash

Physical Education Teacher, Dover Elementary School
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 12

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Grades 3-5 (NEW Teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 8
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Christy Emig

Christy Emig

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 8

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Grades K-5 (EXPERIENCED teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 9
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Brenda Rough

Brenda Rough

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 9

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in K-2 (NEW Teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 7
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Villanueva

Jessica Villanueva

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
As a former classroom teacher now serving as a Consulting Teacher, I have the privilege of supporting and mentoring the newest educators in our district. I’m deeply committed to helping teachers thrive by equipping them with practical strategies and a reflective, supportive environment... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 7

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Pre-K
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 5
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Maisha Burke

Maisha Burke

Teacher, Mary Bird ECE Center
Hi! My name is Maisha Burke, and I teach at Mary Bird State Preschool.      This is my 6th year as a preschool teacher, and I bring over 14 years of experience as a paraprofessional, making it 20 years total in education. Outside the classroom, I enjoy reading, watching various... Read More →
MS

Megan Stack

Teacher, Mary Bird
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 5

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Secondary (EXPERIENCED teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 11
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Apostolos

Melissa Apostolos

Teacher, Fairfield High School
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 11

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in Secondary (NEW Teachers)
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 10
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Mindi McCuen

Mindi McCuen

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 10

12:40pm PDT

Responses to Behavior in TK
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 6
This session focuses on how teachers can respond to student behavior using a tiered MTSS approach. Participants will explore practical strategies to support positive behavior, respond to disruption, and de-escalate intense situations in the moment. Emphasis will be placed on aligning responses to student needs across tiers while maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
Speakers
avatar for Kristy Love

Kristy Love

Consulting Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Supporting our new teachers to be the best educator they can be for our students… that’s what I’m passionate about!
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 6
 
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