Building Bridges to Success: Strengthening Behavior and Academic Foundations
July 22-24 2025 UWF Fort Walton Beach Campus
We’re thrilled to welcome you to three powerful days of learning, connection, and collaboration as we continue building bridges to support all students in Okaloosa County. This year’s institute is designed to equip educators, paraprofessionals, and service providers with strategies that not only address behavior but also strengthen academic outcomes and inclusive practices.
July 22: Blueprint for Success – Laying the Groundwork for Effective Instruction 🔹 Focus: Foundational teaching strategies, explicit instruction, and curriculum unpacking. July 23: Bridging Behavior – Strategies for Connection & Classroom Success 🔹 Focus: Behavior supports, PBIS, social-emotional learning, and engagement strategies. July 24: Pathways to Inclusion – Making Learning Accessible for Every Student 🔹 Focus: Universal Design for Learning (UDL), assistive technology, and inclusive practices.
Thank you for joining us on this journey towards building a brighter future for our students. Warm regards, Student Intervention Services
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Start each day of the Summer Institute with inspiration, connection, and practical insight during our 30-minute Morning Message sessions. These powerful kick-offs are designed to model strong Tier 1 practices by building community, reinforcing expectations, and centering our purpose for the day. Through stories, strategies, and shared reflection, you’ll leave each morning grounded, motivated, and ready to make meaningful progress for yourself and your students.
Join us for the Bridge Builder Showcase on Wednesday, July 24th from 2:00–3:00 PM at the UWF Fort Walton Beach Campus! This interactive event highlights the incredible work happening in classrooms across our district. Teachers and staff will share strategies, tools, and ideas that have made a difference for their students—what’s working, why it works, and how it can be adapted by others. Stroll through our science fair-style exhibits, engage with fellow educators, ask questions, and gather inspiration to take back to your school. Whether you're looking to refine your approach or spark new ideas, the Bridge Builder Showcase is your opportunity to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and the commitment to every student’s success.
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT Auditorium
