Name: Engagement 101
Start: 2026-07-16T11:10:00-0600
End: 2026-07-16T12:10:00-0600

Welcome to URSA 2026 at Southern Utah University! All sessions will be in buildings on the upper campus (east end). Here’s the Campus Map (PDF) if needed.

Engagement 101

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT

CC Sage Valley - R. Haze Hunter Alumni Center, Sage Valley Room (100 Level)

As Anita Archer says, "Learning is NOT a spectator sport!" If you are new to engagement or would like a refresher, this is the session for you. We will spend the hour engaged in high-impact low prep strategies that you can use with your students starting your first week back in school. Come prepared to think, engage, and learn in a collaborative environment.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: None

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: None

Speakers

Melissa Metcalf

PreK-12 Instructional Coach, NUES - Northeastern Utah Educational Services

Melissa is a PreK-12 Instructional Coach for Northeastern Utah Educational Services (NUES). She supports districts and charter schools in the northeastern region by providing ongoing professional learning opportunities, coaching cycles, and team support. Melissa has a Master of... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
CC Sage Valley - R. Haze Hunter Alumni Center, Sage Valley Room (100 Level) 351 W. University Blvd., Cedar City, UT 84720

Other, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Session Format 1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Audience Teachers, Instructional Coaches
Subject Area Other

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