Name: From Notes to Writing: Using Two-Column Notes to Strengthen Student Thinking
Start: 2026-07-17T11:10:00-0600
End: 2026-07-17T12:10:00-0600

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PLAN AHEAD - Tentative Future Conference Dates
July 7-9, 2027 - Price, UT
July 17-19, 2028 - Richfield, UT

From Notes to Writing: Using Two-Column Notes to Strengthen Student Thinking

Friday July 17, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT

SC 129 - Science Center, Room 129

Two-column notes help students organize thinking and strengthen writing. This structure supports connections between ideas and evidence, making it easier to turn learning into clear written responses. When modeled effectively, it reduces confusion and helps all students communicate their understanding more successfully.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Jenny Blauer

Early Learning Literacy Instructional Coach, CUES - Central Utah Educational Services

LETRS / Keys to Writing Facilitator: Jenny Blauer brings 30 years of experience as a Regular and Special Education teacher, literacy specialist, behavior specialist, and instructional coach. She is an Early Learning Instructional Coach and LETRS / Keys to Writing Facilitator for CUES... Read More →

Friday July 17, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm MDT
SC 129 - Science Center, Room 129 370 West 200 South, Cedar City, UT 84720

Utah Core Curriculum, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required., Intermediate - basic core competency; some prerequisite skills required.

Session Format 1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation
Grade Level Elementary - grades K - 6
Audience Teachers
Subject Area Language Arts

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