We will dive into all the Google Arts and Culture has to offer the classroom. Many will include the use of AI. It will be both for the computer and the phone/iPad. Your students will love what is available and you will too!
I taught music for 42 years in the classroom. I now teach for an online charter school with our District. The DEN has been in my Life for many years and love what I have learned from them
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT Mundelein 407
In this session, participants will experience a hands-on learning experience using Forward Education's Climate Action Kit to learn about using the micro:bit to connect learners to both creating and coding.
6-8 Design Thinking and Technology Teacher, Verona Area School District
Dedicated to inspire all learners to become active creators of knowledge both in the physical and virtual environment through a constructivist based approach to learning, I am.... Experienced in using technology and technology integration in the classroom.Fluent in Spanish.Dedicated... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am CDT Mundelein 407
This interactive session explores how Book Creator can be used across grade levels and subjects to foster student voice, digital storytelling, collaboration, and curriculum integration. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use strategies and templates tailored to their students' needs, along with ideas for how to assess and celebrate student work.
Lead Instructional Innovation Specialist, Sumter School District
Melissa A Epps, Lead Instructional Technology Specialist with Sumter School District, Sumter, SC. She has invested 30 years into the education sector. She provides on-going instructional technology professional development to teachers, staff and students in support of Sumter School... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT Mundelein 407
Some ELL students and struggling readers feel frustrated and shut down during science lessons that require reading, critical thinking and/or data analysis. During this session, participants will learn ways to support these subgroups to promote student success during lab activities, reading and writing assignments.
Instructional Specialist for Secondary Science, Broward County Florida Public Schools
I've been teaching for 23 years in the Broward County Florida Public School system. For the past 10 years I've served as an instructional specialist for secondary science. My roles are to provide support to teachers, develop curriculum resources and facilitate professional development... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:10pm - 2:55pm CDT Mundelein 407
Are you tired of passive learning through technology? Are you ready to take your digital creations to the next level? Look no further, because this session is perfect for you! Get ready to amp up your skills as we showcase features of Canva, Adobe Express, and Padlet. But it doesn't stop there! After discussing each tool, you'll have the opportunity to dive in and "Plearn" (play + learn) with hands-on activities, collaborating with others along the way. Our ultimate goal is to create an engaging and interactive session that equips you with valuable resources and practical skills. Get ready to unleash your creativity!
Chantel is a dedicated educator with experience in digital learning and a passion for student support. Currently serving as an MTSS Interventionist at a rural North Carolina middle school, she works to ensure all students receive the academic and behavioral interventions they need... Read More →
Leslie Pope is an AIG Specialist for elementary and high schools in her district. A prior Media Coordinator and District ITF with a demonstrated history of working in the education industry, she is an NC Rethink Ed Badged Facilitator who regularly presents on STEM and EdTech. She... Read More →
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:40pm - 4:25pm CDT Mundelein 407
Educators play a critical role in shaping how students engage with the digital world, no matter what content they teach. In this session you will explore critical components of Digital Citizenship like digital safety, managing digital footprints, building media literacy, and understanding how technology affects the adolescent brain. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, educators will gain practical tools and strategies to guide students in becoming thoughtful, ethical, and informed digital citizens.
Empower your students with the tools they need to thrive—both in and beyond the classroom. This energizing session will introduce practical, standards-aligned lessons for supporting essential life skills into your instruction. Explore easy-to-use resources designed for both educators and families to help students build lasting confidence, self-esteem, and the ability to make thoughtful decisions that support their health and the well-being of their communities. Walk away with ready-to-implement ideas that foster academic growth, emotional intelligence, and real-world readiness—turning every lesson into a step toward lifelong success.
Manager, Instructional Strategy for Experience, Discovery Education
Libby Galster is the Manager of Instructional Strategy at Discovery Education. Leveraging her extensive expertise in teaching across grades K-5, she leads the K-5 strategy for the Experience product. Libby joined Discovery Education full-time in 2023 as part of the Curriculum, Instruction... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT Mundelein 407
This interactive session explores technology tools that support comprehension through integrated reading and writing instruction. Attendees will engage with Magic School AI, Canva, and Discovery Education to enhance text analysis, summarizing, and interpretation. Participants will create and leave with practical, ready-to-use tools to differentiate instruction and streamline lesson planning.
I am a Florida-born educator with over 17 years of experience in elementary education. I excel in Intensive Acceleration reading instruction, working closely with students performing below grade level to build foundational skills and boost confidence. As a lifelong learner, I embrace... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am CDT Mundelein 407
Ready to take Discovery Education's SOS (Spotlight on Strategies) to the next level? In this fast-paced, idea-packed session, we'll explore a dozen of my favorite SOS strategies and show how they can be app smashed with popular edtech tools to create interactive, student-centered learning experiences. From Seesaw to Canva, Figjam to Padlet, see how pairing proven strategies with powerful tools leads to deeper engagement and more dynamic classrooms. You’ll leave with ready-to-use examples and plenty of inspiration to try your own SOS App Smash!
STEAM & Technology Director, Valley Preparatory School
Carrie Willis is the Technology & STEAM Director at Valley Preparatory School, a private school in Redlands, CA, educating students in grades preschool through eight. During her 24 years of teaching, she has developed a love for educational technology and project-based learning... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT Mundelein 407
Join us to share insights and feedback on the Experience product. Help us understand the resources you need to support your students, ensuring our offerings meet the evolving needs of secondary teachers and learners. Let's enhance educational experiences together.
Katie leads the instructional strategy and design of educational resources for middle school teachers and students within Discovery Education's Experience product. Previously, she served as a Professional Development Facilitator for Discovery Education, coaching and training K-12... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:10pm - 2:55pm CDT Mundelein 407
