The SAMR Model - Transform your lesson with Technology 

Tuesday, December 2nd, 4:15 - 5:15

Ready to use technology to create more impactful lessons? This session explores the SAMR framework, a powerful model for thinking about how technology integration affects student learning. Use AI to help you move beyond simple Substitution and discover how to use technology to Augment, Modify, and even Redefine what's possible in your classroom. By the end of our time together, you’ll have an idea of how to use AI to transform your lesson plans that leverage technology to help your students achieve more. 

Save Time, Transform Learning: Your NotebookLM Introduction 

Monday, November 10th, 4:15-5:15

Stop drowning in prep work and start soaring with NotebookLM, a tool designed to enhance your teaching practice. In this session, we'll master practical strategies to slash planning time, rapidly generate differentiated content like quizzes and outlines, and fundamentally streamline your workflow using your own K-12 materials. Learn how to teach smarter, not harder, transforming your classroom and equipping students with the essential skills to lead the way in an AI-driven world.

Navigating AI with Integrity

Tuesday, Nov. 18th, 4:15-5:15

Are you wondering how to approach AI while championing academic integrity? Together, we'll shift our mindset from fear to focus as we explore powerful ways to teach decision-making, ethical use, and smart collaboration. This session centers on building a culture where integrity is the priority, preparing you for the critical conversations and challenges ahead. You will leave with clarity, a common language to use with colleagues, and the confidence to guide your students through the realities of AI.

Mad Libs for Teaching: Filling in the Blanks with Gemini in Google Classroom

Thursday, Nov. 13, 4:15-5:15

Gemini in Google Classroom serves as a powerful "Mad Libs" tool for teachers, enabling you to quickly fill in the blanks of your lesson plans and assignments. We'll explore how to use this tool to instantly generate outlines, design choice boards, re-level texts, create quizzes, and more! You'll learn to input your specific topic, grade level, and learning objectives to create fantastic resources, freeing you up to focus on the [VERB] of [NOUN] with your students.

Edpuzzle: Getting Started
Level: Beginner

Tuesday,Oct. 28th. 4:15 - 5:15

Dive into the world of Edpuzzle with this interactive session! Discover how to craft captivating video, quiz + slides lessons, seamlessly integrate assessment questions, and efficiently interpret insightful data about your students’ learning.. 

• Transform your teaching toolkit with this essential EdTech platform!

• Level: Beginner/ Getting Started

• Grades: K-12

• District Join Link: https://meet.google.com/qos-fqja-egz 

TECH: Reclaim Student Focus with Securly Classroom

Thursday, Dec. 11th,4:15 - 5:15

Tired of digital distractions? This powerful classroom management tool empowers you to monitor student screens effortlessly, instantly share websites and resources, and lock devices to regain attention. Join Nathan, a Securly Specialist, for a live walkthrough of Securly Classroom's essential features, including website filtering, real-time activity monitoring, and seamless resource sharing. A Q&A session will follow the demonstration, providing you with practical strategies to implement in your Classroom.

District Join Link will be provided

TECH: Essential Skills 1: Unlock Creativity with Canva for Education

Monday, Nov. 17th,  4:15-5:15

Explore how Canva elevates teaching and learning experiences by inspiring creativity, collaboration, and amplifying student voice. In this session, you will learn the basics of Canva for Education, including how to locate templates, create folders, share activities, and provide real-time feedback. Through design practice, participants will gain a better understanding of how intuitive Canva for Education is for users and will feel confident getting started.

*This is a beginner/intermediate session.

District Join Link will be provided

TECH: What's new in Canva Edu?!

Thursday, Dec. 4th, 4:15-5:15

We will explore Canva’s newest features, giving teachers, principals, and staff practical ways to save time, streamline planning, and spark creativity in every classroom. Please come ready to create and experiment in Canva, as this will be a hands-on session. 

*This is an intermediate/advanced session. If you are a newer user, please attend "Unlock creativity with Canva" on 11/17 or watch this recording before attending this session.

District Join Link will be provided