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Welcome to the 2026-2027 SBSUM Parent Kick-Off Information
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Saturday, August 15
 

9:35am CDT

The Gift of Reading: Navigating the Learn to Read Program
Saturday August 15, 2026 9:35am - 10:25am CDT
The comprehensive session is a beautiful overview of the robust reading program at SBSUM. Parents will learn how to teach reading to students of all early reading levels while examining the goals and intentions of the learning process. Learn-to-Read transitions seamlessly to Read-to-Learn as parents create a home environment that lends to a love of reading quality literature with skill for the purpose of developing wisdom. ​Video Recording​​​
Speakers
avatar for Ligia Castro

Ligia Castro

Dean of Lower School - Memorial
Ligia and her husband, Alex, have been married for 21 years and share a passion for crossing cultural barriers to share the love of Jesus. They are a SBSUM family with their daughter entering 10th grade and their son entering 7th! Ligia's passion for teaching is fueled by a deep love... Read More →
Saturday August 15, 2026 9:35am - 10:25am CDT
L321

10:35am CDT

The Heart Behind Assessment: A Guide for Grammar Parents
Saturday August 15, 2026 10:35am - 11:25am CDT
This session will cover SBSUM's purpose of assessments in Grammar School. Come learn how to prepare your student to show what they know and succeed on their assessments. 
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Uffelman

Stephanie Uffelman

Faculty, Second Baptist School Univeristy-Model
Stephanie Uffelman is starting her fourth year teaching at SBSUM and her 7th year in education. She spent three years teaching on the East Coast before moving to Houston, Texas. She is married to Wesley, the SBSUM Dean of Athletics, and they have 4 children.
Saturday August 15, 2026 10:35am - 11:25am CDT
L330

10:35am CDT

Conceptual Math Levels A/B/C/D
Saturday August 15, 2026 10:35am - 11:25am CDT
Our Right Start math program emphasizes understanding math concepts prior to memorizing math facts. This Asian approach to teaching math in the early years serves students well for years to come as they learn to think of math as a language that can be expressed with practice. The daily engagement in math games helps students to master these concepts in a developmentally appropriate format. Come and learn to teach math through play rather than with merely worksheets and flashcards. ​Video Recording​​​
Saturday August 15, 2026 10:35am - 11:25am CDT
L 243 Jump Theater - 2nd floor L Building

1:25pm CDT

All About 2nd Grade
Saturday August 15, 2026 1:25pm - 2:15pm CDT
This session is a thorough review of second grade curriculum and how to navigate your lesson plan and materials at home. Parents are encouraged to attend even if they have taught a child enrolled at SBSUM in this grade level in the past, as currciculum is enhanced and revised every year. ​Video Recording​​​
Speakers
avatar for Sara Paradoski

Sara Paradoski

Faculty
After earning a degree in Elementary Education, Sara worked in education for many years, both public and classical. She has taught several different grades, including 1st, 2nd 3rd and 5th. Through the professional development on campus and at home, Sara has completed the requirements... Read More →
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Megan Stivers

Lower School Academic Coordinator - North Campus
Megan Stivers holds a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies and a master's degree in educational leadership. Her academic background strongly supports her dedication to academic excellence and leadership in the lower school. Megan has been married to Chase Stivers for eleven... Read More →
Saturday August 15, 2026 1:25pm - 2:15pm CDT
L324
  1st-4th Grade
 
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