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Data with Heart: Cultivating Empathy while Achieving Educational Impact
In this session, we will explore a new and powerful way to look at data where the focus is not just on the numbers but the people behind them! Let’s take a journey where we bridge the divide between powerful data insights and human connection to foster genuine empathy in the classroom and beyond!
Location: SHS Auditorium
Elizabeth Kendrick with FriEd Tech
Unlocking the Magic: A Guide to MagicSchool for Educators
Join me on an enchanting journey through MagicSchool, where I will guide you in harnessing the magic of AI tools to revolutionize your teaching methods. Explore the wonders of personalized learning, seamless resource creation, and student engagement like never before. Together, we will embark on a transformative experience that will inspire and empower you to elevate your teaching to new heights!
Presenter: Lolita Colon
Location: Room 100
*Repeated during Session #2
Fostering Joyful Learning Experiences with Seesaw
Bring joyful learning to life through the power of Seesaw’s Learning Experience Platform! Teachers will explore Seesaw’s unique and creative multimodal tools that empower students throughout the learning process.
Presenter: Seesaw
Location: Room 102
Seesaw & Canva Mashup: Creating Engaging Learning Activities
Attention all Elementary teachers! Join us to explore the dynamic synergy of Seesaw and Canva, empowering educators to craft interactive learning activities. Discover innovative strategies to seamlessly integrate these platforms, fostering student engagement and enriching their digital learning experience.
Presenter: Samantha Patten
Location: Room 106
Engage, Assess, Adapt: Empowering Learning with Digital Formative Assessments
Join us to explore how digital formative assessments revolutionize classroom learning. Discover engaging tools and strategies to instantly gauge student understanding, tailor instruction, and boost student success. Don't miss out on transforming your teaching with digital assessments!
Presenter: Britney Saaybe
Location: Room 112
Effective Feedback for Results
More information coming!
Presenter: Taylor Hood with Engage2Learn
Location: Room 114
*Repeated during Session #4
Autocrat Your Life!
Using forms and sheets to automate messages and files.
Presenter: Emily Gathman
Location: Room 118
*Repeated during Session #2
Canvas 101
Unlock the full potential of your course platform with Canvas 101! Learn to craft engaging homepages, streamline content organization, elevate presentations with embedded slideshows, effortlessly manage grades with our gradebook feature, and master assessment creation with the latest New Quizzes tool. Empower your teaching journey with these essential Canvas skills!
Presenter: Kayla Rouse
Location: Room 140
SEL Magic
Magic School is an AI platform that can save you tons of time and energy. This amazing website offers 60 different applications for classroom use. Come learn how five of the Magic School tools can make your SEL instruction as easy as the flip of a wand!
Presenter: Kelsey Ray
Location: Room 141
Real Play, Real Learning - Getting to Know Osmo
See first-hand how to utilize Osmos, a hands-on learning experience for littles, in your classroom. Osmo puts the fun in building learning fundamentals through the magic of hands-on play, tangible pieces and digital fun! Discover how teachers in GISD are able to check-out Osmo tools from our Lending Library to increase student engagement with manipulates.
Presenter: Pricilla Rosenau
Location: Room 142
Pear-spectives on Words: Crafting Connections with Flashcard Factory
In this hands-on workshop, educators will discover the transformative potential of Pear Deck's Flashcard Factory, revolutionizing vocabulary instruction. Participants will explore the creation of interactive flashcards, fostering engaging and collaborative learning experiences. Join us for a dynamic session where you'll not only unlock the full potential of vocabulary enrichment but also leave with ready-to-implement strategies to elevate language learning in your classroom.
Presenter: Danny Rojas
Location: Room 143
Go for the Gold with Tech Tools for TELPAS!
This session will focus on learning how to effectively use tech tools to prepare EB students to be successful on the TELPAS Listening & Speaking assessment. Participants will learn how to incorporate interactive and engaging activities into their lessons to improve language proficiency for EB students.
Presenter: Angelica Chavez
Location: Room 144
*Repeated during Session #2
Personalized Learning with Khan Academy Kids
Learn about the Teacher Tools in Khan Academy Kids and explore the activities that are suitable best for your students.
Presenter: Trang Nguyen & Dr. Jillian Conry
Location: Room 145
*Repeated during Session #2
Vocab Vibes
Let's catch a vibe - a VOCAB vibe- and learn about some extra special Google and Microsoft tools that can support vocabulary development in student learning. Whether your students are emerging readers, language learners, or just need a little extra reading support, this session is perfect for you! Join me for an overview and to get started right away helping your students engage with their vocabulary during lessons and digital activities.
Presenter: Amy Storer with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1005
AI Got You!!
Looking for engaging lesson activities? AI has your back! Seeking ways to differentiate instruction? AI has a solution! Need compelling CFU questions for your YouTube video? Count on AI to deliver! Discover how AI has become the ultimate teacher's best friend. One you didn’t know you needed! Learn how it functions, uncover best practices, and explore AI tools like ChatGPT and Magic School AI as well as popular apps implementing AI such as Quizizz, Padlet, Adobe Express, and more! By the end, you’ll be exclaiming, “AI has definitely GOT ME!”
Presenter: Jessica Powell-Allbright with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1011
Instructional Coaching & Mentoring 101
Join this session to learn about how to get started as an instructional coach or Project Goal Mentor from building relationships to getting organized and getting started. Learn about some best practices to help grow our teachers.
Presenter: Stephanie Spaeth
Location: Room 1013
*Repeated during Session #2
Sync and Swim - Desmos Classroom for Secondary Math
Create a sense of urgency with Desmos classroom: You will learn how to use the sync, pace and share answer features.
(This is for first time users or those needing a re-introduction to desmos classroom. This session will NOT be going into the coding layer.)
Presenter: Marissa Patton
Location: Room 1023
Curious about Curipod?
In today's session, we will learn the ins and outs of Curipod and utilize AI feedback with students to help give immediate feedback. Curipod is an AI generator for activities and lesson planning.
Presenter: Gina King
Location: Room 1027
*Repeated during Session #3
TextHelp Tools for the Win!
Discover how students can use TextHelp tools (formerly Don Johnson tools) to accommodate their learning in the classroom everyday. You will learn about and use Snap&Read and Co:Writer.
Presenter: Christina Ethridge
Location: Room 1029
Unlocking the Magic: A Guide to MagicSchool for Educators
Join me on an enchanting journey through MagicSchool, where I will guide you in harnessing the magic of AI tools to revolutionize your teaching methods. Explore the wonders of personalized learning, seamless resource creation, and student engagement like never before. Together, we will embark on a transformative experience that will inspire and empower you to elevate your teaching to new heights!
Presenter: Lolita Colon
Location: Room 100
*Repeat from Session #1
Delivering High Impact Instruction with Seesaw
Learn how to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned, and interactive instruction with Seesaw that empowers students to show their thinking and learning.
Presenter: Seesaw
Location: Room 102
The Wonders of Quizizz
Reports, Lessons, Ramping up the Fun, AI and STAAR readiness with similar formats on questions types!
Presenter: Leahlyn Clare
Location: Room 106
Quizizz Ai: Make and Take
Learn how to create quizzes and lessons using a brilliant and powerful A.I. tool that will save time and effort for teachers!
Presenter: Joshwin Paulson
Location: Room 112
Systems for Consistent Coaching Cycles
More information coming!
Presenter: Taylor Hood with Engage2Learn
Location: Room 114
Autocrat Your Life!
Using forms and sheets to automate messages and files.
Presenter: Emily Gathman
Location: Room 118
*Repeat from Session #1
Canvas Studio (Quizzes) Like a Pro
Unlock the potential of interactive learning experiences by integrating Canvas Studio Quizzes into your teaching toolkit! In this session, educators will discover the power of seamlessly blending video content with assessment, fostering engagement and deeper comprehension among students. Also, uncover strategies for leveraging video analytics to gain insights into student engagement and comprehension levels. By harnessing real-time data, educators can refine their teaching approach and provide targeted support to learners.
Presenter: Zach Baudoin
Location: Room 140
Curipod Curious: Ways to Bring Life to Your ELA Instruction
Curipod is an AI assisted free website that gives you engaging activities with just a few clicks. Save your time and sanity by letting Curipod plan your spiral reviews for you.
Presenter: Kelsey Ray
Location: Room 141
Osmo - Real Play, Real Learning Experience
See first-hand how to utilize Osmos, a hands-on learning experience for littles, in your classroom. Learn how you can check out Osmos for your classroom from the DLT Lending Library!
Presenter: DLT
Location: Room 142
Go for the Gold with Tech Tools for TELPAS!
This session will focus on learning how to effectively use tech tools to prepare EB students to be successful on the TELPAS Listening & Speaking assessment. Participants will learn how to incorporate interactive and engaging activities into their lessons to improve language proficiency for EB students.
Presenter: Angelica Chavez
Location: Room 144
*Repeated during Session #2
Personalized Learning with Khan Academy Kids
Learn about the Teacher Tools in Khan Academy Kids and explore the activities that are suitable best for your students.
Presenter: Trang Nguyen & Dr. Jillian Conry
Location: Room 145
*Repeat from Session #1
Googling the Uncharted: Otterly Fabulous Google Goodies!
Join us for a thrilling adventure as we dive into uncharted territories with some otterly fabulous Google goodies! In this session, we'll embark on a virtual journey to discover hidden gems, uncover fascinating curiosities, and learn how to harness the power of Google. Get ready to navigate the vast sea of goodies with confidence and ease!
Presenter: Amy Storer with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1005
Getting Started with Adobe Express
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your Sheet skills, this workshop is tailored to empower you with the knowledge and techniques to make the most of this powerful tool. You'll gain a foundation in skills to design your sheet, as well as learn how to sort, filter, and analyze your data effectively. Discover how to use conditional formatting to highlight important data. We'll also cover data validation techniques, and tips for organizing and managing large datasets. Don't miss this opportunity to become a savvy Sheet user by organizing and analyzing with efficiency.
Presenter: Elizabeth Kendrick with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1007
Savvy Sheets Skills
Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your Sheet skills, this workshop is tailored to empower you with the knowledge and techniques to make the most of this powerful tool. You'll gain a foundation in skills to design your sheet, as well as learn how to sort, filter, and analyze your data effectively. Discover how to use conditional formatting to highlight important data. We'll also cover data validation techniques, and tips for organizing and managing large datasets. Don't miss this opportunity to become a savvy Sheet user by organizing and analyzing with efficiency.
Presenter: Jessica Powell-Allbright with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1011
Instructional Coaching & Mentoring 101
Join this session to learn about how to get started as an instructional coach or Project Goal Mentor from building relationships to getting organized and getting started. Learn about some best practices to help grow our teachers.
Presenter: Stephanie Spaeth
Location: Room 1013
*Repeat from Session #1
Putting Jam in FigJam - Engaging tool for Writing
This session will give students an opportunity to reflect over Extended Constructed Response by using a FigJam. Students reflect on the process of writing, sentence stems, and lessons using content mapping. It's putting the Jam in Figjam!
Presenter: Dr. Kristina Weeks
Location: Room 1023
AI: The Dawn of a New Era - Prompt Writing
In our AI session, we will explore the importance of prompt writing and how to get the most out of AI while using a chatbot.
Presenter: Gina King
Location: Room 1027
*Repeated during Session #4
Brisk Teaching AI: Your Time-Saving Ally in Education
Unlock the secrets of time-saving with Brisk, the AI-powered Chrome extension for educators. Dive into our session to see how Brisk transforms your workflow, letting you create, evaluate, and enhance instructional materials effortlessly within your favorite tools. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your teaching experience!
Presenter: Lolita Colon
Location: Room 100
*Repeated during Session #4
Engaging Families - Building a Powerful Learning Loop with Seesaw
When all members of the Learning Loop are empowered to engage, students can thrive! Participants will explore creating conversations with families centered around learning, building relationships, and inviting families to celebrate student learning.
Presenter: Seesaw
Location: Room 102
Digitally Engaging Math Assessments
"Teachers will learn fun and exciting ways to engage students with technology.
Using these tools for formative assessments or reflection, using writing and speaking and platforms to create Personalized Learning Pathways."
Presenter: Stacey Gove
Location: Room 106
Honk! Goosechase for Engagement
Discover how to utilize Goosechase, a digital scavenger hunt tool, within your classroom or campus. Learn how to set-up a hunt from start to finish.
Presenter: Goosechase
Location: Room 112
How to use MySmartCoach to Support Educator Growth
More information coming!
Presenter: Taylor Hood with Engage2Learn
Location: Room 114
AbracadabraAI
Artificial Intelligence is not going anywhere - it's only going to get better from here. Come join me learn about how Artificial Intelligence has changed teachers and students lives as it has become are more popular tool in our society.
Presenter: Christie Turner
Location: Room 118
Imperio! Impero Classroom
Cast an Imperius Curse (Harry Potter reference) on your students' screens and control what students are able to access on their devices like a wizard!
Presenter: Zach Baudoin
Location: Room 140
*Repeated during Session #4
A Site for Sore Eyes
Are you a creative teacher who believes the more communication the better? Make yourself a Classroom Website! Parents and students will love it and you will too!
Presenter: Brittainy Qualls
Location: Room 141
Osmo - Real Play, Real Learning Experience
See first-hand how to utilize Osmos, a hands-on learning experience for littles, in your classroom. Learn how you can check out Osmos for your classroom from the DLT Lending Library!
Presenter: DLT
Location: Room 142
YouTube Amplified: Transforming Amplify with Canva Video Creation!
From the Teacher Edition book straight to YouTube (with some Canva help)! Are you tired of reading straight from the Amplify Teacher Edition during the Listening and Speaking sections? Never fear! Canva is a great tool that can be used for anything and It can be used make Amplify, YouTube friendly!
Presenter: Madai Carrera & Misty Craven Hansen
Location: Room 143
Leveraging TESLA 2.0–Technology for Each Stage of Language Acquisition
Language exists to facilitate communication, one of the 4 C’s of 21st Century Learning and a vital skill for all students. Communication is key in teaching and learning across content areas and grade levels yet often overlooked in lesson planning due to time and resource constraints. This interactive crash course on the 5 stages of language acquisition will introduce participants to a wide range of digital tools (list updated 2024) and how to feasibly leverage them to foster language development in students of all proficiency levels.
Presenter: Dr. Jullian Conry & Gloria DeBaun
Location: Room 144
*Repeated during Session #4
AI-Powered Productivity: Empowering Campus Administrators
In this dynamic conference session, we delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for campus administrators. As campuses grapple with increasing demands, administrators face complex tasks related to organization, communication, and decision-making. Our session explores how AI tools can alleviate administrative burdens, streamline processes, and enhance productivity.
Presenter: Brandi Dawson
Location: Room 145
*Repeated during Session #4
Figjam Frenzy: The Ultimate Whiteboard Tool
Jamboard is going away, but FigJam will save the day! Get students excited about learning with the ultimate classroom whiteboard tool. FigJam brings collaboration and creativity to life! Learn the essential tips and features that will make FigJam your new favorite tool for interactive teaching and collaboration. Design interactive lessons and activities that make learning more engaging while utilizing readily available templates to make thinking visible. It's a learning frenzy! Together, we’ll ‘count the ways’ FigJam can be a one-stop shop and an indispensable tool in your educational toolkit.
Presenter: Amy Storer with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1005
Getting Started with Graphics in Adobe Express
In this hands-on session you will experience how Adobe Express can be used to drive teaching and learning. Adobe Express is an intuitive yet powerful tool that works on any device. You will learn how to enable your students to create stunning graphics like posters, infographics and more as demonstrations of learning. Get started today enhancing the visual learning in your classroom.
Presenter: Darryl Legaspi & Elizabeth Kendrick with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1007
Google House Party: Tools for All
It's a Google House Party and all are invited! Come learn how to use Slides & Drawings to create interactive assignments and manipulatives. Use Google Docs dropdowns, Google Sheets for pixel art, and chrome extensions that pop! There is something for everybody! These are tools that work for all contents, even Fine Arts!
Presenter: Jessica Powell-Allbright with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1011
Canvas - The Student Experience
Have you ever experienced Canvas as a student? If so, was it a good experience or a bad one? Join this session to see how creating a more streamlined and meaningful experience for your students in Canvas can impact student engagement.
Presenter: Stephanie Spaeth
Location: Room 1013
*Repeated during Session #4
Canva Horizon: Speedway to Creation
Get ready to race ahead in the world of visual content creation in this session! Shift into high gear as we explore the fast lane of graphic design, for both teachers and students, turbocharged by the dynamic features of Canva. Rev up your creativity, leave your competition in the dust, and join us for a thrilling ride to visual success!
Presenter: Whitney Sanchez & Paige Smith
Location: Room 1023
Curious about Curipod?
In today's session, we will learn the ins and outs of Curipod and utilize AI feedback with students to help give immediate feedback. Curipod is an AI generator for activities and lesson planning.
Presenter: Gina King
Location: Room 1027
*Repeat from Session #1
EduCraft: Mastering AI Magic for Educators
Join us at EduCraft: Mastering AI Magic for Educators to explore the amazing potential of ChatGPT. Learn how this tool can make you stand out, save you time, and make showcasing your skills as an innovative educator easier in today's ever-changing learning environment.
Presenter: Raquel Gillham
Location: Room 1029
Brisk Teaching AI: Your Time-Saving Ally in Education
Unlock the secrets of time-saving with Brisk, the AI-powered Chrome extension for educators. Dive into our session to see how Brisk transforms your workflow, letting you create, evaluate, and enhance instructional materials effortlessly within your favorite tools. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your teaching experience!
Presenter: Lolita Colon
Location: Room 100
*Repeat from Session #3
Authentic Assessments and Insights with Seesaw
Formative assessment is critical in the classroom when making data-informed instructional decisions. Learn how to create auto-graded formative assessments in Seesaw to gain meaningful insights into student understanding.
Presenter: Seesaw
Location: Room 102
Keep Reading LIT with AI
This presentation would aim to be useful for elementary reading teachers looking to integrate AI technology into their classrooms effectively and how it can be a powerful tool to enhance instruction, support diverse learning needs, and streamline assessment and feedback.
Presenter: Yekesha Jones
Location: Room 106
Honk! Goosechase for Engagement
Discover how to utilize Goosechase, a digital scavenger hunt tool, within your classroom. Learn how to set-up a hunt from start to finish.
Presenter: Goosechase
Location: Room 112
Effective Feedback for Results
More information coming!
Presenter: Taylor Hood with Engage2Learn
Location: Room 114
*Repeat from Session #1
The Power of Google Sites
Using Google Sites as portfolios.
Presenter: Emily Gathman
Location: Room 118
Imperio! Impero Classroom
Cast an Imperius Curse (Harry Potter reference) on your students' screens and control what students are able to access on their devices like a wizard!
Presenter: Zach Baudoin
Location: Room 140
*Repeat from Session #3
Read, Clarify, Record 1-2-3
Learn from marking the text, to collaborate and clarify and record a summary of your reading (reading with a purpose-AVID strategies) using digital tools!
Presenter: Ana Mewa
Location: Room 141
Osmo - Real Play, Real Learning Experience
See first-hand how to utilize Osmos, a hands-on learning experience for littles, in your classroom. Learn how you can check out Osmos for your classroom from the DLT Lending Library!
Presenter: DLT
Location: Room 142
SPED Sandbox - Come build a CANVAS Sandbox
Participants will get an opportunity to work collaboratively with other SPED educators in building a CANVAS class to store resources for Special Education.
Presenter: Meanie Dunn
Location: Room 143
Leveraging TESLA 2.0–Technology for Each Stage of Language Acquisition
Language exists to facilitate communication, one of the 4 C’s of 21st Century Learning and a vital skill for all students. Communication is key in teaching and learning across content areas and grade levels yet often overlooked in lesson planning due to time and resource constraints. This interactive crash course on the 5 stages of language acquisition will introduce participants to a wide range of digital tools (list updated 2024) and how to feasibly leverage them to foster language development in students of all proficiency levels.
Presenter: Dr. Jullian Conry & Gloria DeBaun
Location: Room 144
*Repeat from Session #3
AI-Powered Productivity: Empowering Campus Administrators
In this dynamic conference session, we delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for campus administrators. As campuses grapple with increasing demands, administrators face complex tasks related to organization, communication, and decision-making. Our session explores how AI tools can alleviate administrative burdens, streamline processes, and enhance productivity.
Presenter: Brandi Dawson
Location: Room 145
*Repeat from Session #3
Use Your Emojination: Connecting with Students Today
Delve into leveraging emojis for meaningful student engagement. Explore emoji bell ringers to kickstart your classes with excitement. Plus, learn creative methods for incorporating emojis into assignments, fostering student participation and comprehension. Join us to harness the expressive power of emojis and create vibrant, relatable connections with your students in the modern classroom.
Presenter: Amy Storer with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1005
Adobe Express: Creating Quality Videos
In this interactive workshop, discover the art of crafting videos using Adobe Express, equipping you with the knowledge to empower your students with essential skills for expressing, presenting, and sharing content through video. Students will have access to Adobe’s library of stock images, video clips, and audio. Within a few minutes anyone can create a dynamic video to express their learning, voice, or ideas!
Presenter: Darryl Legaspi & Elizabeth Kendrick with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1007
Practical Magic: Useful Tips You Never Knew You Needed!
Master the art of Google Workspace for Education magic. We will reveal practical features, tips, and shortcuts that will help you save time, improve your productivity, and leave you spellbound. You will leave bewitched and empowered with Google tips that will make your life easier and more enchanting!
Presenter: Jessica Powell-Allbright with FriEd Tech
Location: Room 1011
Canvas - The Student Experience
Have you ever experienced Canvas as a student? If so, was it a good experience or a bad one? Join this session to see how creating a more streamlined and meaningful experience for your students in Canvas can impact student engagement.
Presenter: Stephanie Spaeth
Location: Room 1013
*Repeat from Session #3
What the Tech?
Welcome to "What the Tech?" – your ticket to Olympic-level student engagement! Join us as we explore Flip, Google Suites, Classkick, and ready-made resources. Dive into Flipped Learning, race through the Google Suites relay, leap over Classkick hurdles, and cross the finish line with customizable resources tailored to your students' needs!
Presenter: Paige Smith
Location: Room 1023
AI: The Dawn of a New Era - Prompt Writing
In our AI session, we will explore the importance of prompt writing and how to get the most out of AI while using a chatbot.
Presenter: Gina King
Location: Room 1027
*Repeat from Session #2
Engaging Little Minds
Utilize Seesaw to enhance student engagement through interactive assignments and assessments.
Presenter: Laken Jesseph
Location: Room 1029
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