Welcome To DCSD - 2026: Full Schedule

Welcome to DCSD! We are thrilled to have you join our team, and we look forward to seeing you in-person at ThunderRidge High School on August 5, 2026. We are excited to support you as you begin your journey with DCSD!

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Here is an overview of the schedule. If you aren’t sure what sessions to attend, please check with your PLS/Instructional Coach
Carpooling is encouraged. Parking map here

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2:10pm MDT

Elementary & Middle School: Classroom Management Strategies

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm MDT

E212/E214

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Speakers

Christine Pomme

Student Performance Coordinator, DCSD, Educator Effectiveness

Here to ignite fresh thinking, disrupt the status quo, and empower you and your students to transform the future of learning.

Matthew Pomme

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm MDT
E212/E214

Session 4, Elementary

2:10pm MDT

Elementary & Middle School: Complete your Classroom Plan Workshop

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm MDT

F217

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Laurie LaComb

Coordinator, Specials/Electives, DCSD, Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Laurie LaComb, 500 hour Yoga Teacher Certified. Been in the education business for 25+ years and teaching yoga for 15 years. I live in Highlands Ranch and work as a Coordinator in Douglas County School District. I love guiding yoga practices because I value the mind body connection... Read More →

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm MDT
F217

Session 4, Elementary

2:10pm MDT

Elementary & Middle School: Cultivating Connection: Building Culture, Relationships, and Belonging Through Positive & Trauma-Informed Practices

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:10pm - 3:00pm MDT

C212

Creating Supportive Learning Environments for All Students:

Participants will learn to support the creation of a positive classroom culture by leading efforts to build strong relationships and community among students, model proactive relationship-building strategies to reduce conflict and improve discipline outcomes, and integrate social-emotional learning to foster a supportive and inclusive environment that enhances both student behavior and achievement.
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