Amplify is here to help you prepare your students for STAAR!
K–5 math educators, we know that you’re always looking for new ways to motivate, engage, and prepare your students. That’s why we’re excited to offer free Desmos activities for you to use in your classroom right away. These collaborative digital activities allow students not only to express their brilliance every day, but also to prepare for STAAR.
K–8 literacy educators, these sessions will focus on an exploration of enhanced Amplify resources through a STAAR lens (beneficial whether or not you already use Amplify ELAR/SLAR Texas!)
Join us for a webinar of your choice!
Texas ELAR/SLAR STAAR Webinars:
- Grades 3–5: Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 4:00–5:00 p.m. CT
- Grades 6–8: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 4:00–5:00 p.m. CT
Reach Beyond the STAARS Math Webinars:
- Grades K–5: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 4:00–4:45 p.m. CT
- Grades K–5: Thursday, Feb 27, 2025 4:00–4:45 p.m. CT
Presenters for Grades K-5 Math:

Kurt Salisbury, Ph. D.
Director, Adoption Strategy

Kelly Serpa Howe, Ed. D.
STEM Product Specialist
Presenters for Grades 3-5 ELAR/SLAR:

Catherine Kar
Lead Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy

Angela Kennedy
Lead Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy
Presenters for Grades 6-8 ELAR:

Najah Rayburg
Lead Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy

Randrick Washington
Lead Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy and STEM