LEAD ON CCONFERENCE ONFERENCE GUIDE GUIDE January 17-19, 2026 | las vegas, NV | westgate
GYTO VEGAS 2026
make bold make bold moves moves A NOTE FROM OUR FOUNDERS Dear GYTO Vegas Attendees, As we gear up for the highly anticipated 2026 GYTO Vegas Conference, we are thrilled to welcome each of you to this transformative event. The GYTO community is a powerhouse of passionate educators, and we are honored to come together with those ready to make bold moves that create real, actionable change in education. This year, our theme is "Make Bold Moves." As educators, it’s time to go beyond dreaming and talking about change. It’s time to act. Bold moves require courage, vision, and a commitment to challenging the status quo to build better opportunities for our students and ourselves. This theme represents the actionable steps we take to innovate, advocate, and elevate our practices for the betterment of education as a whole. Bold moves are not just individual efforts; they are the result of a collective will to progress. Together, at the 2026 Vegas Conference, we’ll explore how to identify barriers, take purposeful action, and amplify the impact of our efforts. This is your chance to share your journey, learn from others, and forge the connections that will propel us all forward. The conference will feature dynamic speakers who will inspire you to take action, interactive workshops designed to equip you with tangible tools, and game-changing insights that will push you to think differently. You can also expect unforgettable surprises that will leave you energized and ready to lead boldly. Let’s commit to taking bold moves together and shaping the future of education—one step, one decision, and one classroom at a time. This is your time to move, lead, and create meaningful impact. We can’t wait to see you in Vegas, January 17-19, 2026, as we embrace this call to action and transform our passion into progress. Let’s take the steps that will define the future of education together. With excitement and anticipation,
Hope and Wade King
2026 gyto 2026 gyto vegas vegas *schedule is subject to change
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SATURDAY JANUARY 17 1:00pm
VIP Early Registration & Shopping for VIP Attendees
3:00pm
Registration & GYTO Collective Merchandise Store Open
6:00pm
Opening Kick Off Celebration Doors Open (optional)
7:00pm
Opening Kick Off Celebration featuring Hope & Wade King and Steve Spangler (optional)
SUNDAY JANUARY 18 8:30am
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Workshop 1
1:00pm Workshop 3
10:10am Workshop 2
2:45pm Workshop 4
11:30am Lunch Break
5:00pm GYTO Sneaker Ball (optional)
MONDAY JANUARY 19 8:30am
Workshop 5
10:10am Workshop 6
1:00pm Workshop 7 2:30pm GYTO SEND OFF
11:30am Lunch Break
OPtiONAL ACTIVITIES Optional activities are separately ticketed. Upgrade your experience by purchasing a VIP Experience Upgrade or Kick Off & Sneaker Ball Ticket!
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WHY GYTO? WHY GYTO?
Our Get Your Teach On Leadership and Content Development team has worked to create an engaging and transformational educator professional development experience that aligns directly to the needs of schools and teachers across the country by helping educators develop consistent best instructional practices and processes from start to finish to accelerate student learning. These evidence and research-based best practices, strategies, and techniques will directly impact overall educator effectiveness and student achievement, transforming instruction and student learning like never before.
TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
BUILDING THE TRANSFORMATIVE TEACHER
PLANNING & PREPARATION THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
STUDENT BEST ACCOUNTABILITY INSTRUCTIONAL & ENGAGEMENT PRACTICES
Developing Consistent Best Instructional Practices and Processes from Start to Finish to Completely Transform Your School PLANNING & PREPARATION
Intentional and meaningful planning, using specific grade level content standards and high-quality instructional materials that address the needs of all learners and support mastery of learning goals.
THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Creates and maintains a collaborative, safe, efficient, and effective learning environment that supports each student’s diverse needs and promotes recognition of student’s diverse personal experiences to build relationships of trust within the classroom.
BEST INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES
Implementation of evidence and research-based best instructional strategies and techniques to accelerate student learning, growth, and achievement through rigorous and consistent instruction, including opportunities for problem solving, critical and creative thinking, meaningful and purposeful discourse, and high-impact instructional delivery.
STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY & ENGAGEMENT
Builds engaging, intentional, and rigorous learning experiences through setting high expectations and consistency within instructional practices that requires all students to take ownership of and be held accountable for their individual learning.
DATA & PROGRESS MONITORING
Continually monitors and analyzes student learning and progress towards mastery of learning goals for all students using a variety of progress monitoring and assessment techniques to make immediate instructional decisions that support student growth and acceleration.
TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS
Develops strong foundational teaching practices and commitments that support best practices and professional growth through consistent reflection of professional practices to support student learning, development, and achievement at a high level.
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Get Your Teach On sessions are intentionally selected for attendees to experience the full professional development experience. Each session is hands-on, interactive, collaborative, and allows time for teachers to take what they’ve learned and apply it to their specific grade level standards or content area. Sessions are structured to meet the needs of all learners in classrooms, modeling best practices for direct and immediate implementation in classrooms.
lead on lead on sessions sessions IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT: HOW LEADERS STEER FEEDBACK TOWARD IMPACT
Session Presented by: Dr. Ryan Daniel
YOUR SCHOOL’S DATA & DIFFERENTIATION PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: lanesha tabb
YOUR SCHOOL’S INSTRUCTIONAL PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: hope king
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lead on lead on sessions sessions HIGH IMPACT COACHING FOR SCHOOL-WIDE RESULTS
Session Presented by: hope king
DE-ESCALATION, RIGHT NOW!
Session Presented by: Andre Deshotel, Certified Whole Brain Teaching© Trainer
THE SCIENCE OF ENGAGEMENT
Session Presented by: steve spangler
FROM STRATEGIES TO STUDENTS: WATCH IT COME TO LIFE
Session Presented by: hope king
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YOUR SCHOOL’S INSTRUCTIONAL PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: Hope King
Victory in student learning and growth starts with a solid game plan. Teachers… Grab your playbooks (and your whistles), because it's time to step onto the field in the GYTO Instructional Arena as we work together to blend the art and science of teaching to create a game-winning strategy for EVERY lesson. Join Hope for this interactive planning workshop, as she shows you how to quarterback the perfect blend of research, curriculum, standards, and cognitive rigor with the finesse of a true playmaker. In a league dominated by the science of education and new curriculums, we've inadvertently left classrooms longing for the gamewinning touch that makes teaching and learning truly transformative. This session will propel you to the heart of instructional impact by rediscovering what truly leads to academic results with tried-and-true best practices that will transform any curriculum, lesson, or program, into a dynamic play that energizes your students, keeps them engaged, and drives academic growth for every student. This is your chance to take your teaching game to championship status and revolutionize your student results with an inside look into GYTO’s Instructional Playbook. Before you know it, you’ll be planning one winning play after another, and leading your students to victory! This session is part of GYTO’s Playbook Series with Hope King, Wade King, & Amelia Capotosta for systematic best instructional practices for leveling up daily instruction and increasing student academic results. . The strategies, planning, alignment, and techniques shared throughout the Playbook Series have been modeled and implemented by the GYTO Team in hundreds of classrooms throughout the country with incredible academic results including at our GYTOxIndiana Collaboration Sites in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education. Strategies shared throughout the series can be easily implemented school-wide with any lesson, any curriculum, and any standard.
ON RESEARCH I S S SE Fisher, D., Frey, N., & Hattie, J. (2016). Visible Learning: Implementing the Practices That Work Best to Accelerate Student Learning. Hattie, J. (2012). Visible Learning for Teachers: Maximizing Impact on Learning. Hattie, J. (2017). Hattie's Updated List of Factors Related to Student Achievement: Influences & Effect Sizes. Marzano, Robert (2001). Classroom Instruction That Works. Marzano, Robert (2017). The New Art and Science of Teaching.
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YOUR SCHOOL’S DATA & DIFFERENTIATION PLAYBOOK
Session Presented by: LaNesha Tabb Huddle up! Ready to take the field and revolutionize your school’s instruction and school-wide student growth? It’s time to tackle student mastery one play at a time with in-the-moment strategies to analyze real-time data to make strategic moves that will transform your student’s instructional success. Join LaNesha as she coaches your team on how to call the right plays at the right time, ensuring that every student is on the path to mastery and success. Just like a skilled quarterback reads the field for the perfect play, we will guide you through the Xs and Os of using dynamic data to tailor your school’s instruction of specific standards and concepts in the moment in order to: • Identify strengths and areas for improvement in your students' understanding of specific math standards and concepts • Adapt your teaching approach on the fly and ensure that each student is on the path to success • Strategically plan for next steps and meaningful differentiation using real-time data based instruction It’s time to lead your students to victory in the endzone in the world of meaningful Data & Differentiation. This session is part of GYTO’s Playbook Series with Hope King, Wade King, & LaNesha Tabb for systematic best instructional practices for leveling up daily instruction and increasing student academic results. The strategies, planning, alignment, and techniques shared throughout the Playbook Series have been modeled and implemented by the GYTO Team in hundreds of classrooms throughout the country with incredible academic results including at our GYTOxIndiana Collaboration Sites in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education. Strategies shared throughout the series can be easily implemented with any lesson, any curriculum, and any standard.
ON RESEARCH I S S SE Fisher, D., & Frey, N. (2014). Checking for Understanding: Formative Assessment Techniques for Your Classroom. Fisher, D., Frey, N., & Hattie, J. (2016). Visible Learning: Implementing the Practices That Work Best to Accelerate Student Learning. Fuchs, D., & Fuchs, L. S. (2006). A Framework for Building Capacity for Responsiveness to Intervention. Hattie, J. (2012). Visible Learning for Teachers: Maximizing Impact on Learning. Leahy, S., Lyon, C., Thompson, M., & Wiliam, D. (2005). Classroom Assessment: Minute-by-Minute and Day-by-Day. Marzano, Robert (2017). The New Art and Science of Teaching. Tomlinson, C. A. (2001). How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms.
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DE-ESCALATION, RIGHT NOW!
Session Presented by: Andre Deshotel, Certified Whole Brain Teaching© Trainer From flippin’ chairs to complaining about math, and everything in between, this interactive, informative session will empower and equip educators with effective, actionable skills to de-escalate and address behavior on-the-spot to maintain a safe, productive learning environment. Even with proactive, preventative measures in place that reduce concerning student behavior, we may still encounter behaviors that need our intentional response. During this session we will: Lean on simple, accessible neuroscience to understand behavior as a language. Create real-world classroom behavioral scenarios. Model and practice how to intentionally respond to behaviors in the heat of the moment. Break negative cycles and secure a positive, productive learning environment. Get ready to go back to your school and run your classroom with MORE confidence, feel MORE in control, and become MORE skillful in de-escalating behavior, so you can do what you showed up to do ... Get Your Teach On!
ON RESEARCH I S S SE Bailey, B. (2015). Conscious Discipline Building Resilient Classrooms. Brummer & Thorsborne (2024). Becoming a Trauma-informed Restorative Educator: Practical Skills to Change Culture and Behavior. Delahooke, M. (2019). Beyond Behaviors: Using Brain Science and Compassion to Understand and Solve Children's Behavioral Challenges. Desautels, L. (2023). Intentional Neuroplasticity: Moving Our Nervous Systems and Educational System Toward Post-Traumatic Growth. English, C. (2024). It’s Never Just About the Behaviour.
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HIGH IMPACT COACHING FOR SCHOOLWIDE RESULTS
Session Presented by: Hope King Looking for winning moves to not just observe but actively engage, support, and elevate every teacher in your building to their highest potential? Join Hope for this interactive instructional leader experience as they guide you through game-changing strategies that will redefine the way you approach instructional coaching and teacher development and support as a leader. Learn how to discover the power of strategic coaching models as we share intentional game plays to nurture and develop the unique needs of the diverse roster of teachers on your campus. Like skilled players making strategic moves in the game, administrators and leaders will explore methods to coach teachers of all experiences, ensuring a winning trajectory for both educators and students alike. In the session, leaders will collaborate on strategies to: Intentionally track teacher development based on school-wide goals, needs, and best instructional practices Identify key indicators and make strategic player moves to track teacher effectiveness and growth Explore simple, yet transformative coaching models to ensure teacher, student, and leader success. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional learning Create a positive and collaborative coaching atmosphere that motivates teachers to excel It's game time as you redefine the way you approach teacher development and prioritize a school culture where the journey to success is as exciting as the destination! Get ready to play and win in the realm of educational teacher excellence!
ON RESEARCH I S S SE DuFour, R., DuFour, R., Eaker, R., & Many, T. (2010). Learning by Doing: A Handbook for Professional Learning Communities at Work. Hattie, J. (2012). Visible Learning for Teachers: Maximizing Impact on Learning. Marzano, R. J. (2003). What Works in Schools: Translating Research into Action. Marzano, R. J. (2017). The New Art and Science of Teaching. Ronfeldt, M., Farmer, S. O., McQueen, K., & Grissom, J. A. (2015). Teacher Collaboration in Instructional Teams and Student Achievement. Tschannen-Moran, M., & Barr, M. (2004). Fostering Student Learning: The Relationship of Collective Teacher Efficacy and Student Achievement.
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FROM STRATEGIES TO STUDENTS: WATCH IT COME TO LIFE
Session Presented by: Hope King
Join Hope as she takes the stage to teach a live model lesson with real 3rd–4th grade students, showcasing how to bring the Five to Thrive strategies to life in a real classroom setting. You’ll see firsthand how to implement these techniques seamlessly, support students in the moment, and apply side-by-side coaching practices that create lasting impact. This interactive experience gives you an authentic look at how effective teaching and engagement come together because these aren’t scripted moments or rehearsed reactions. ** We are working with students from a local elementary school and not paid actors
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IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT: HOW LEADERS STEER FEEDBACK TOWARD IMPACT
Session Presented by: Dr. Ryan Daniel Just like drivers need pit stops, teachers need timely feedback to stay on track and reach the finish line. In this fast-paced, interactive session, school leaders will learn how to accelerate growth by delivering feedback that is specific, actionable, and empowering. Participants will “test drive” a simple framework for feedback, practice pit stop conversations, and leave with tools to keep teachers in the fast lane toward student achievement.
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THE SCIENCE OF ENGAGEMENT
Session Presented by: steve spangler Whether you’re inspiring students, motivating teachers or sparking creativity and innovation, the name of the game is engagement. With nearly 4 million followers and over 1.5 billion views of his science videos on social media, Steve Spangler knows something about the art and science of creating experiences that spread like a virus. The secret is knowing how to turn ordinary activities into unforgettable experiences that inspire children to lean in and learn more. In this highly interactive and engaging presentation, Steve shares the science behind turning transactional activities into transformational experiences that change the way both students and staR see, feel, and think about STEM. Get ready to participate in hands- on demonstrations and experience Steve’s unique brand of eye-catching science that will unleash your creativity and get you thinking diRerently about the next school year.
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me m ee et t y yo ou ur r p pr re es se en nt te er rs s STEVE SPANGLER
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Nationally known as a teacher’s teacher, Steve Spangler speaks regularly to educators and administrators at regional and national association meetings with his popular “Best Day Ever” message. He challenges today’s educational leadership to seek out professional development opportunities that help educators think differently as they explore new ways to engage their students at the highest level. Steve’s professional development workshops introduce pre-K through 8th-grade teachers to strategies and best practices for creating student-centered STEM experiences that strengthen critical thinking skills through communication, collaboration, and creativity. Visit SteveSpangler.com to see why Steve Spangler’s PD workshops differ from anything you or your teachers have ever experienced.
LANESHA TABB
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LaNesha Tabb is a passionate educator, author, and literacy consultant with over 19 years of classroom experience. As the founder of Reimagine Writing, she is dedicated to transforming writing instruction for K-5 teachers by providing practical, research-based strategies that empower students to become confident and independent writers. Known for her innovative approach to literacy, LaNesha emphasizes the connection between reading and writing, helping teachers create cohesive, engaging learning experiences across all subjects. She is the co-author of several books, including works on social studies, equity, and literacy, and frequently collaborates with educators nationwide to inspire meaningful changes in instruction. LaNesha’s mission is to help teachers fall in love with teaching writing while giving students the tools to succeed in school and beyond. Her work balances structured frameworks with creativity, fostering classrooms where both teachers and students can thrive. When she’s not helping educators reimagine their writing blocks, LaNesha enjoys creating resources, writing books, and spending time with her family in Indianapolis, Indiana.
HOPE KING
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Hope King is a decorated educator with over eleven years of experience teaching first through sixth grades. Hope holds a Master’s Degree in Reading. Since working and traveling with Get Your Teach On, Hope has trained thousands of educators. Hope enjoys meeting teachers from all over the country as she shares her passion for student engagement and rigorous content-driven instruction. Hope is the popular blogger behind the website Elementary Shenanigans and is a teacher author for the website Teachers Pay Teachers. Hope is the co-author of the book “The Wild Card” written with her husband Wade King. Hope is a cofounder of the Get Your Teach On Conference.
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me m ee et t y yo ou ur r p pr re es se en nt te er rs s DR. RYAN DANIEL
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Dr. Ryan Daniel currently serves as the Principal of Fort Foote Elementary School located in Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS). Dr. Daniel displays a sincere dedication to serving as an innovative educational leader. Transforming learning environments for students to feel supported, seen and valued is her mission as an educational leader. .Transforming learning environments for students to feel supported, seen and valued is her mission as an educational leader. Dr. Daniel believes in providing supportive environments for teachers to build and enhance their capacity through intentional coaching and empathetic leadership skills. Currently Dr. Daniel serves as the Director At Large, Minority for the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). Dr. Daniel has contributed to the book entitled She Leads: A Womens Guide to a Career in Educational Leadership which highlights the voices and stories of women educational leaders. In 2023, Dr. Daniel was named as the Washington Post Principal of the Year for Prince George’s County Public Schools and has mostly recently been named the 2025 Maryland National Distinguished Principal.
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ANDRE DESHOTEL
Andre Deshotel has been passionately serving education for over 15 years. His experience ranges from middle school teacher, district instructional coach, and elementary assistant administrator. In his current role as administrator, he progressively supports students by applying a neuroscience lens on behavior, strengthens teacher capacity in classroom management and student engagement, and collaborates with families and community partners to enhance student achievement. For the last ten years, Andre has been a certified Whole Brain Teaching trainer that has provided him with vast experience in crafting and facilitating professional development across the nation. In addition, he provides schools and districts with engaging, robust classroom management and behavior training, along with coaching/mentoring 0-3 year teachers, turning both his applied research and on-the-ground experiences into meaningful and practical support. Andre is always ready to jump into the trenches to serve teachers and students any way he can!
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GYTO LAS VEGAS 2026
let's get let's get started! started! TWO DAYS OF CONTENT Two days filled with research-based workshops that will guide you in creating rigorous and engaging lessons all year long.
COMMUNITY BUILDING Get Your Teach On is the perfect place to network, share strategies, and make lasting teacher friendships. Get the opportutnity to connect with other educators.
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Training specific for your position from some of today’s top educators and administrators who are experts at their craft with strategies that can be implemented the very next day!
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Each attendee receives a professional development certificate for attending your sessions and workshops
UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE Add our VIP Experience or Kick Off & Sneaker Ball ticket to join us for the opening kick off celebration and keynote on Saturday evening featuring Hope & Wade King and Steve Spangler, PLUS get access to our famous GYTO Sneaker Ball on Sunday night - all taking place in the historic Westgate International Theater!
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GYTO LAS VEGAS 2026
ticket options ticket options CONFERENCE REGISTRATION: $519 • Full access to all workshops and professional development programming • Free Swag & Digital Dowloads • PD Certificate • Shop the GYTO Collective Merchandise Shop
KEYNOTE & SNEAKER BALL: UPGRADE FOR JUST $39 Enhance your experience by joining our Opening Kick Off Keynote & GYTO Sneaker Ball in the historic Westgate International Theater - home of Elvis’ famous residency! • Access to the Kick Off Celebration featuring Hope & Wade King and Steve Spangler • Access to the GYTO Sneaker Ball
ULTIMATE VIP EXPERIENCE: UPGRADE FOR JUST $99 Get the ultimate GYTO Conference Experience! Not only do you get access to our Opening Kick Off Keynote & Sneaker Ball, you also receive: • Access to the Kick Off Celebration Keynote with a VIP RESERVED Seating Section • Access to the GYTO Sneaker Ball with a VIP RESERVED Seating Section • VIP EARLY Access to Shop the GYTO Collective Merchandise Shop • VIP EARLY Registration & Dedicated Check-in Line • FREE COFFEE every morning before your workshops • Exclusive Presenter Meet & Greet Opportunity with Dessert • Access to a VIP LOUNGE with exclusive photo moments
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