Girls Who Code and Game: Building sisterhood through impactful game play and design!        
In this presentation, we will delve into the transformative experience of leading a Girls Who Code Club in an urban school setting. Our focus will be on the exploration of gaming elements, ranging from game development using Scratch and Minecraft to competitive gaming within the Garden State Esports Program and Minecraft Edu. We will also highlight the creation of impactful games covering the UN Global Goals, with each girl selecting a goal to research, fostering a sense of global awareness and responsibility.

About Patricia Dennis
Patricia "Patt" Dennis, deeply engaged in education and innovative learning since 2018, began as an extracurricular instructor at the MLC STEM Center, specializing in STEAM programs and chess instruction. Currently holding roles as the District Technology Director, Technology teacher, and Instructional Technology Specialist at a charter middle school in East Orange, NJ, Patt has made significant contributions to the educational landscape. With a Bachelor of Arts in English and Studio Art from the College of Saint Elizabeth, she completed her first Master of Arts in English Writing Studies at Kean University, focusing on gamifying the writing process. Pursuing further educational endeavors, she obtained a second Master of Arts in Educational Technology and is currently working towards her Ed.D. in Educational Technology Leadership at New Jersey City University. Beyond education, Patt runs a thriving side business with her partner, creating and selling custom anime-themed clothing and apparel, leveraging her creativity and design expertise.

Inclusivity in Education and Beyond   
This session will focus on the need for inclusivity in education and the workplace and the benefits for all. It will provide practical ideas and strategies to embed neuro-inclusivity within your setting, and to build the skills in your pupils and students to support them going out into the workplace. It will also provide empowerment, ideas, and strategies to promote and engage local businesses and the community in order to provide opportunities and progression for pupils and students.

About Marie Greenhalgh
I have recently moved roles at Inclusion Education, from the Head of Inclusion College to a strategic role within the charity as Innovation and Development Director (Social Impact. I am also a Community Ambassador for Winston’s Wish, host of the Monday Morning Break on Teacher’s Talk radio and have written for publications such as Just Like Us and Fusion Magazine UK. I am currently studying for a Masters in Leadership in Education (MSc), having gained my NPQH in 2020. I am passionate about inclusivity and wellbeing and have worked for Inclusion Education for 15 years building programmes and education provision that support young people with SEND and mental health needs.

Designed with Accessibility in Mind
In today's world we have a multitude of different abilities. We need to make learning relevant and personalized for each time of learner in our classroom. In this session we will explore different ways to support students with a variety of disabilities and how to help them advocate for their learning.

About Stephanie Howell
Stephanie has been in education since 2014. Stephanie has spoken at conferences around the globe and her most recent achievements are being apart of the team named ISTE’s Distinguished District, WOSU Leadership Award, a Google Innovator, and PLSD’s Innovative Leader award. Stephanie is one of the founding members of Global GEG and Gold EDU. Stephanie has a masters in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Leadership.

Social Emotional Learning is Global Learning
In many schools and other educational environments, educators consistently look for ways to promote, teach, implement, and reinforce ways for students to interact in positive ways with peers and adults. The CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) framework and Iowa's Social Emotional Learning (SEL) standards focus on teaching students in the areas of self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, and social awareness. When students are able to be aware of their actions, their behavior, and interactions, they begin to recognize their world outside of themselves. Once students who are able to investigate their world through a SEL lens, they can then recognize other perspectives and communicate their ideas. This leads students to then be able to have an impact on their environments, with the hope of making positive changes in not only their lives, but on others’ lives. Thus, all learning is social, all learning is emotional, and all learning is global. 

About Dr. Jacquelyn R. Burr Moorman
Dr. Jacquelyn R. Burr Moorman is a public school educator teaching 6th grade social studies in rural Iowa, USA. She supports her district in the roles of a 6th-12th grade interventionist and 6th-12th grade school improvement coordinator. She is also an adjunct professor of education at Mount Mercy University and the University of Iowa. Jacquelyn Moorman was educated at the University of Iowa, Upper Iowa University, and University of Northern Iowa obtaining degrees in elementary education, a Master's Degree with an emphasis in special education, and an Advanced Studies Certificate in principalship & supervisor of special education, along with multiple certifications. She has an educational doctorate from the University of Northern Iowa with an emphasis in educational leadership. She was awarded a Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms and traveled to Uruguay to learn about their education system and visit schools. She was also chosen to participate in the United States Peace Institute. She has presented nationally on topics of co-teaching, bullying in schools, perspectives on current themes in education, and social-emotional learning. Her research interests include global education, effective instruction, social-emotional learning, special education, diversity & inclusion, and literacy. 

The impact of Global Education
Identity is a sense of self. Your identity plays an important role on how you treat others or how you carry yourself around. language is a window for shaping our identity.

About Ragini Siva
I was an IB teacher for primary years. currently i am pursuing Montessori course for early years by AMI. I am a graduate and an experienced teacher in waldorf and IB. 

Identifying Microaggressions on School Campuses
We will explore racial stereotypes: what they are, where they originate, and how they affect our day-to-day interactions and lives. We will also discuss microaggressions: what are they, what they look like, and their effects. We will also talk about what to do as a result of this information.

About Victor S Small Jr.
I'm Victor, a passionate advocate for Restorative Justice and a dedicated champion of equitable learning spaces for black and brown students, based in Sacramento, California. With a deep understanding of our educational system, I have actively pursued opportunities to effect positive change and amplify the voices of marginalized communities.

As an influential voice in the field, I have been honored to offer my expertise and experiences on esteemed platforms such as the Leading Equity Summit, Cult of Pedagogy, and Learning for Justice (formerly Teaching for Tolerance). Through these interviews, I have tried to communicate a message of hope that could inspire educators and stakeholders to embrace Restorative Justice principles and work toward transformative educational practices.

Recognizing the power of collaboration and knowledge sharing, I have actively participated in numerous conferences over the past few years. Notable events include the California Association of Professors of Education Administration conference, the National Restorative Justice Conference, and the Nevada CUE Conference. These engagements have provided opportunities to present groundbreaking ideas, share best practices, and engage with a diverse network of educators striving for equity and justice in education.

Fuelled by a profound commitment to social justice, I firmly believe in the potential of Restorative Justice to create inclusive and nurturing learning environments for all students. I aim to challenge systemic inequities and dismantle barriers that hinder black and brown students' academic and personal growth.

Inclusive Teaching: Combining Proactive Planning with UDL Lesson Design in Teacher Professional Development
This session will inspire teachers to proactively craft lessons grounded in UDL principles. Shifting from birthday planning to intentional lesson planning seamlessly bridged the gap and was an experiential approach that not only rendered the UDL framework relatable but also instilled a proactive and inclusive mindset among educators. It equipped teachers not just with a profound comprehension of UDL but also with practical skills to devise accessible and engaging lesson plans catering to diverse student needs. This hands-on experience provided valuable insights for accommodating diverse requirements.

About Mamta Verma
Mamta Verma, M.A., M.Ed., is a District Special Education Instruction Specialist at Brazosport ISD, Clute, TX, USA with over three decades of diverse educational roles. She has been a teacher, school founder, counselor, instructional specialist, and transition coordinator internationally and in the USA. Mamta is dedicated to promoting inclusive practices and has presented extensively on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework at international, regional, and state conferences, aiming to enhance awareness and implementation of inclusive education.