Session 3

Becoming a Driver Education Certified Teacher in New York State

Ronald Alexander     

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Transportation Systems Lab 115 Park

Repeat: Does not repeat.

This session provides an overview of the pathway to becoming a certified Driver Education teacher in New York State, designed for educators interested in becoming driver education certified. Attendees will learn about the state-mandated certification process, including required coursework, classroom and behind-the-wheel training, and the credentials needed to meet NYSDMV and NYSED standards. The presentation will highlight key curriculum resources, including NYSDTSEA-approved materials, strategies for delivering engaging and effective driver education, and opportunities to teach in high schools, private schools, and community programs. I will also share insights from my own experience teaching driver education, discussing best practices for classroom instruction, hands-on driving exercises, and student engagement strategies.

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Tap That Tree! Starting a Maple Program at Your School

Daniel Hall     

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Polymer Classroom 191 Wilber

Repeat: Session 6 9:00-9:45 Room for Repeat: Polymer Classroom 191 Wilber

Maple tapping has a deep and storied history across the Northeast and especially in New York. This presentation will leave attendees with all the knowledge required to start sugarin' on land your school already has available. From equipment and procedure to student involvement, starting a maple program is probably easier than you think.

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Creating a Student Run Design and Manufacturing Business

Ryan Wall, Austin Dodge, Kim Reiser

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Metals Lab 163 Wilber

Repeat:  Does not repeat.

Are you tired of faculty and staff asking for favors? Can you print this, glue that, fix these...etc.? If so, you need a student run business at your high school.
Blue Devil Design (BDD) is a student-managed company that combines business and technology education skills. Company roles are filled by students in specialized departments such as Accounting, Sales, Marketing, Design, Small Engine Sales and Service, and Manufacturing. This is an authentic career-building experience that will offer students ownership, leadership and a collaborative work environment. 

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Unlocking the Power of CAD with Parametric Design  

Nathaniel Horn     

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: CADD Lab 101 Park

Repeat: Does not repeat. 

Looking to elevate your CAD design process?
Discover how integrating parametric design can enhance efficiency and flexibility. By using variables, constraints, and configurations, parametric modeling makes it easy to modify and adapt your designs — saving time and reducing errors.

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Inspired by Google: Bringing 20% Time into the Classroom

Joe Corleto     

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Communication Systems Lab 102 Park

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What happens when students get the time and freedom to explore anything they’re passionate about? Inspired by Google’s “20% Time,” the Passion Project empowers learners to design semester-long projects on topics of their choice—ranging from hands-on skills to creative arts, technology, or entirely unique interests. Along the way, they build research, digital literacy, and project management skills while taking true ownership of their learning. This adaptable model has proven highly engaging with middle school students and can be applied at any grade level to spark curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning.

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From Planning to Practice: Building Modern Technology Education Labs

Bill Goss, Gina Scala  

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Design Studio 203 Park

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Is your school exploring a new STEM lab or capital expansion project? This session shares stories of successful technology education spaces recently developed in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. From flexible furniture and makerspace tools to shop equipment and advanced manufacturing systems, see how schools are creating labs that are not only state-of-the-art but also well-planned and well-used. Learn about the trends shaping these projects and take away ideas to inspire your own facility planning as you look ahead to 2026 and beyond.

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A STEM Approach to Model Rocketry in Tech and Engineering Ed 

Clark Greene     

Time: Session 3 1:15-2:00 Room: Woods Lab 193 Wilber

Repeat: Does not repeat.

This presentation explores the combining of creative design with intentional application of math, science, and technology principles in a model rocketry instructional unit.  Reference materials and a unit outline will be disseminated to attendees.

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