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Hosted by The Greater Richmond Area Education Technology Consortium (GRAETC). Educators in the Greater-Richmond Area, passionately supporting connected learning.

NEW - Demo Slams! Join your fellow educators and share what works in your classroom including ideas, apps, solutions, gadgets, and pedagogy. Each presenter will have a maximum of 3 minutes to share their knowledge with the crowd as we hoot, holler, and encourage. In the end, one person will be awarded the highly coveted EdTechRVA Demo Slam Champion and win a free registration to next year’s conference. Don’t be shy!
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Wednesday, March 11
 

8:00am EDT

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Wednesday March 11, 2020 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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9:00am EDT

Keynote: Student Experts Driving Cultural Change
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Are you looking for an innovative way to have your students drive the culture of your school? Join the Griffin Gurus as they share how they became the instructional technology experts at their school and built a culture of camaraderie between all learners.

Griffin Gurus are the student technology experts at Quioccasin Middle School in Henrico County. They visit classrooms to help teach the technology portion of a lesson, provide professional learning to teachers on how to incorporate technology into learning experiences that are aligned to the Henrico Learning Profile, provide students opportunities to learn technology through play, and more! They meet every other day during our advisory block.




















Speakers
avatar for Erin Daniel

Erin Daniel

Innovative Learning Coach, Department of Innovative Learning

Wednesday March 11, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Room 1107
  Keynote, All

10:00am EDT

"Break" for it: Creating Breakout EDUs
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How to create your own Breakout EDU using Google Forms.
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Sherry Nyquist

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Joy Duncan

Instructional Designer, Chesterfield County Public Schools
After 15 years of teaching in Elementary grades, I serve as an Instructional Designer in Chesterfield County. I am passionate about the opportunities to work with teachers and students!

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1102
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)

10:00am EDT

Classroom-based, School-based, & Beyond: Getting Started with Student Showcases of Learning
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In this interactive session, participants will gain an understanding of the importance of "Sharing Student Learning" and collaboratively develop creative implementation strategies through conversation, exploration, and critical thinking. Learn how to empower your students to share their voices and some Digital Resources to support sharing!

Materials Link: https://bit.ly/SYLCBSB 
 
Speakers
avatar for Terri Vernon

Terri Vernon

Innovative Learning Coach, Varina High School/Henrico County Public Schools
I' m the Innovative Learning Coach at Varina High School in Henrico County, VA. I'm excited about Innovative Instruction, Deeper Learning, Educational Technology, STEAM, culturally-relevant pedagogy, Oxford commas, and working with students to empower them to take control of their... Read More →
avatar for Beth Firmin

Beth Firmin

English Teacher, Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
2102
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

Digital Citizenship & Teaching the 21st Century Learner
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"Are you using your momma's tech tools? Think about it...
Digital Citizenship, Gamification, Flipped Learning
How do you expect to keep up with today’s 21st Century learners while using technology from your mom's era? Do you even know what is out there to utilize? Do you know why you should use it? More importantly, do you know how to use it? This class will bring you up to date... Today! "

EdTech 2020 presentation
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Adam Vedomske

8th Grade English Teacher, Prince George County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1100
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

It’s All in the Details
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Have you had students turn in projects that were less than pretty? Can’t read slides? See poorly shot videos? Often, a project may adequately showcase content, but simple design flaws hinder professionalism or the entertainment effect on the audience. This session will teach you some simple tips and tricks that can help both you and your students create digital projects designed for best results.
Speakers
avatar for Charles(Mickey) Futrell

Charles(Mickey) Futrell

Awesome
Hello! My name is Mickey Futrell (Charles if you look for my email). I have been in Education for 17+ years, beginning my career in Henrico teaching History to 6th and 7th graders. This is my 7th year as an Instructional Designer (new title this year) , and I support Clover Hill... Read More →
avatar for Stacey Wright

Stacey Wright


Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 2107
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

No Limits for Learning
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In answering the call to bring PD to our staff that would work with their busy schedules, we created Limitless, a PD podcast, giving our staff the chance to learn at their own pace, on their own time. Want to learn about our creation process and get a collection of resources to start your own podcast? Join us for No Limits for Learning as we examine innovative ways to enrich our learning.

Speakers
avatar for Katelyn Hinchcliff

Katelyn Hinchcliff

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
Twitter: @K_M_Hinchcliff
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Katie Kier

Librarian, Tuckahoe MS
Middle School librarian. Lifelong learner. Lifelong reader.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 2100
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

Scratch Goes Green
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We have been talking about how easy it is to code with Scratch since 2007, but the question persists: How do we fit this into our curriculum? One useful answer is in the green operator blocks. In this session attendees will gain hands-on experience coding simple algorithms that can help students solidify their understanding of math concepts from basic arithmetic to Algebra 2.
Speakers
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Bea Leiderman

Instructional Technology Innovation Specialist, Prince Edward County Public Schools
Bea is a former teacher and instructional technology coach. She specializes in helping teachers plan hands-on activities and open-ended creative projects.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 2201
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

STEAM in SPORTS
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During this session, we will be showing how we are incorporating new technology into our Physical Education Department and into our lessons. With the implementation of STEAM in SPORTS in Henrico County, we are giving our kids real life experiences by tracking data along with their understanding of how their body works. We will give a brief overview of one of our lessons and units, and will be bring some of our STEAM equipment for you all to play with! Hope to see you all there!
Speakers
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BJ Harlow

Teacher, Henrico County Public School
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Josh Gentry

Health and PE/Innovations

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1104
  Presentation, Middle (6-8)

10:00am EDT

TED Talk it Out
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Come and learn about how using TED Talks in the classroom can help students with presentation/communication skills, improve their ability to research, and explore/share their interests in the classroom. Integrate this idea with WeVideo or similar editing software to technologically enhance the experience for student and teacher alike!
Speakers
GU

Graydon Uyeda


Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1105
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

10:00am EDT

The Connected Admin: Bringing the MAGIC to your School Community
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How can we create a climate overflowing with optimism, happiness, partnership, and of course rigorous learning? Join us as we discuss the keys to making magic throughout the school environment. This engaging, interactive session will include video clips, opportunities for discussion, and ways to make your building the happiest place on Earth. Make your own magic and great things will follow!!

Visit bit.ly/BringTheMagicRVA20 to view a pdf version of our presentation!
Speakers
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Christina Aquilina

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
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Tyler Hart

Associate Principal, Donahoe Elementary

Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1201
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

10:00am EDT

Up, Up, and Away with Ozobots and Spheros!
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Are you stuck trying to figure out how to integrate Virginia's Computer Science Standards into those core subjects? Have no fear, Ozobots and Spheros are here! We will show you how to fit coding into everyday language arts, math, science, and social studies lessons with these cool robots.
Our presentation on Google Slides may be found at:  bit.ly/EdTechUpUp
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Martin

Kelly Martin

ITRT, Prince George County Public Schools
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Blair Sammler


Wednesday March 11, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 1107
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

11:00am EDT

"Imagine a World Like That:" Hands On Experiences in Design Thinking
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Design thinking is a problem-solving process that develops empathy, encourages risk-taking and values failure (with reflection). We will take you through the design process, which is applicable to all content areas but focused on publications and media classes, to show you and your students how you can create a design-focused classroom. Get hands-on experience to take back to your school.


Presentation: bit.ly/2U0dNsk
Speakers
avatar for Jacquelyn Calder

Jacquelyn Calder

ITRT, Hanover County Public Schools
avatar for Meghan Moore

Meghan Moore

Teacher, Lee-Davis High School
I love learning about technology and integrating cool lessons into my classroom!

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 2100
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Balancing Assessments on the SeeSaw
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Ever feel like you’re constantly pulling your students to assess? Do you feel like the second you finish one round of assessments it’s time to start the next? We’ve got an awesome option for you! What if your students could assess themselves? Join us to learn how to use Seesaw to help you assess your students!

Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NQBECBSOkqKZDxu9wWi4hlcZnPV04PWLXBGm3_nYWik/preview
Speakers
avatar for Christina Aquilina

Christina Aquilina

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jessica Robinson

Jessica Robinson

Innovative Learning Coach, HCPS Department of Innovative Learning
Innovative Learning Coach for Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1104
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

11:00am EDT

Creating Virtual & Augmented Reality with CoSpaces
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Learn how you and your students can create virtual and augmented reality experiences to tell a story, make a public service announcement, or create a virtual museum (among other uses) with the website CoSpaces. 
Speakers
avatar for Maria Wright

Maria Wright

Librarian, Hungary Creek Middle Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1107
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Eye for Design: Using Google Slides to Create GIFs for Learning
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Students love GIFs. Let's use that to our advantage!

In this fun, interactive session, you will learn how to utilize Google Slides to make Stop Motion GIFs that your students will love. They'll have so much fun, they won't even know they're learning!

Check out our stuff: http://bit.ly/E4DEdTechGIF
Speakers
avatar for Amelia Buchanan

Amelia Buchanan

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Hanover County Public Schools
Master of Educational Technology: James Madison University
avatar for Laura Cooper

Laura Cooper

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Hanover County Public Schools
M.Ed Instructional Design and Technology | NBCT | Certified Google Trainer

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 2104
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Forget Breakouts, Let’s "Breakin" to the Classroom
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As tech integrators, teachers only come to us for tech help. As I moved from integrator to instructional designer, my desire to be a part of activity development/implementation increased. Let’s go beyond the “Breakout” with other facets of gamification. Come experience some new activities and see how EdTech, Gamification, and Best Practices can open doors to classrooms/collaboration. Presentation Link: bit.ly/BreakinEd
Speakers
avatar for Kristine Vester

Kristine Vester

Instructional Designer, Monacan HS CCPS
Kristine Vester has been involved in education since 1997.  During her teaching experience, she worked with middle school students in Mathematics, Life Science, and US History.    In August 2017, Mrs. Vester began her journey from Technology Integrator to Instructional Designer... Read More →

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1102
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

GSlides: Making Lesson Planning Work for You
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Lesson plans are more than just your daily agenda. This segment will show you the benefits of "presenting" your instruction daily to class through GSlides, teach you how to personalize plans with Bitmoji, and get you started with your own daily slides template. Set a routine, be consistent, and have fun!
Click here for presentation materials
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Adams

Lauren Adams

M.A.T., German Teacher
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Robyn Thompson

German Teacher

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1100
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Making Feedback & Reflection Meaningful with Schoology
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Streamline feedback and student reflection effortlessly through Schoology! Learn how to create and use Schoology rubrics, embed video comments, utilize Schoology portfolios, and even app-smash to effectively and efficiently personalize feedback and amplify student agency.
Speakers
avatar for Catherine Richards

Catherine Richards

Instructional Technology Coach, Goochland County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 2201
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Pairing Up with Peardeck (and other interactive tools)
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Looking to digitize your instructional delivery and design? Come learn how Peardeck and a few other resources are capable of transforming your classwork and assessment into highly engaging interactive activities.
Speakers
avatar for Joselyn Verdi

Joselyn Verdi

ITRT, Richmond Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 2107
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

11:00am EDT

Recreating Popular Children’s Stories to Motivate Writers
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Are you looking for a way to engage and inspire your writers? Come join me as I discuss how you can use Green Screen to motivate students! You will leave this session with practical and creative ideas that will engage even your most resistant writers. Learn how to develop a love for writing by recreating some of our favorite children's stories.
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avatar for Sarah Prusinowski

Sarah Prusinowski

Teacher, Goochland County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1201
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

11:00am EDT

Unleashing the Power of Microbits
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Get your students excited about coding and have some fun teaching Virginia’s new computer science curriculum! Unleash the power of this affordable pocket size computer. Through simple block coding students can create everything from simple games to complex robotics.
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avatar for Robert Motrynczuk

Robert Motrynczuk

Classroom Teacher

Wednesday March 11, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Room 1105
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8)

12:00pm EDT

Lunch & Networking
Enjoy your lunch and take time to network with colleagues from around the Greater Richmond Area.
Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Common Areas
  Lunch, All

12:00pm EDT

Student-Lead Tech Playground
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avatar for Erin Daniel

Erin Daniel

Innovative Learning Coach, Department of Innovative Learning

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
  Tech Playground, All

12:15pm EDT

Demo Slams! Sign up to present here: bit.ly/DSedtechrva2020
Join your fellow educators and share what works in your classroom including ideas, apps, solutions, gadgets, and pedagogy.   Each presenter will have a maximum of 3 minutes to share their knowledge with the crowd as we hoot, holler, and encourage.  In the end, one person will be  awarded the highly coveted EdTechRVA Demo Slam Champion and win a free registration to next year's conference. Don't be shy!
Sign up to present here:  bit.ly/DSedtechrva2020

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
1107
  Demo Slam, All

12:35pm EDT

Demo Slam: Nearpod: An engaging and interactive alternative to PowerPoint
A 3 minute session on what Nearpod is and how to easily incorporate it into your 1:1 classroom
Speakers
avatar for Samantha West

Samantha West

Teacher, Colonial Heights High School

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:35pm - 12:40pm EDT
Room 1107
  Demo Slam, All

12:40pm EDT

Demo Slam: Enabling Elementary Students to Create
With so many choices for engaging your students this presentation focuses on one, WeVideo and the task of creating before filming.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Connor

Lauren Connor

Teacher, Chesterfield County Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:40pm - 12:45pm EDT
Room 1107
  Demo Slam, All

12:45pm EDT

Demo Slam: Enhancing Science Instruction with Virtual Reality
It's the Final Countdown until you begin using ClassVR! 

You can access our video presentation here - https://drive.google.com/a/nps.k12.va.us/file/d/1z4oXwjL06_wvvKx6xgbjy9pWFQzIvY-u/view?usp=sharing
Speakers
avatar for Michale Siverio

Michale Siverio

Technology Specialist, Norfolk
I am a 10-year veteran in PreK-5 education. I am married to a 2nd grade teacher and we have one son name Myles. We have two dogs Willow and Fenway who are more of a handful than the human child. I currently support Norfolk Public Schools as an ITRT for James Monroe and Sherwood Elementary... Read More →

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:45pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room 1107
  Demo Slam, All

12:50pm EDT

Demo Slam: 5 Activities to Promote Student Interest in Computer Science
Speakers
avatar for Yvette Lee

Yvette Lee

CS/math/business teacher, John Randolph Tucker High School
National Board Certified Teacher (Math)CS Teacher at J. R. Tucker HS (APCSA, APCSP, Coding 1)Teacher of the Year (2020-2021)NCWIT Affiliate Award (2020)

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:50pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 1107
  Demo Slam, All

12:55pm EDT

Demo Slam: Extending Technology-Enhanced Learning with the PIC-RAT Matrix
As educators, it's easy to question our technology use in the classroom. What's too much? Too little? Is this purposeful? Would this be better on paper? The PIC-RAT Matrix is a marriage of Bloom's Taxonomy and Hughes, Thomas, & Scharber's (2006) RAT framework. This matrix is essential when planning and reflecting on your technology-integrated instructional plans!
Speakers
avatar for Colleen Hirn

Colleen Hirn

Tech Coach, Colonial Heights Public Schools
I am the secondary tech coach for my school district (managing one middle and one high school). Prior to my ed tech role, I taught HS English for 7 years.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 12:55pm - 1:00pm EDT
Room 1107
  Demo Slam, All

1:30pm EDT

Cross Curricular Content with Book Creator
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Explore book making, while applying content knowledge, all while making content accessible to all learners. Using Book Creator's tools can help provide scaffolds for student success. Students develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing while using authentic content language.
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Shonta Jackson

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Whitney Neiditch

Kindergarten teacher, Goochland County Public Schools
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Jaime Sprouse

EL Teacher, Goochland County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1107
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

1:30pm EDT

Differentiation in the Classroom with Newsela
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In this session, attendees will learn how to use the free version of Newsela to differentiate content in the classroom including anchor texts, primary sources, thematic units and more.


Speakers
avatar for Newsela

Newsela

Vendor, Newsela
Newsela is an Instructional Content Platform that supercharges reading engagement and learning in every subject.
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Allie Wheeler, Newsela

Newsela

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1104
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12), Elementary (3-5)

1:30pm EDT

Digital Portfolios in Schoology
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Learn how to utilize digital portfolios, primarily in Schoology, to allow students a visualization of their growth. This presentation will provide World Languages examples but it can apply to all contents.
Speakers
avatar for Jaroa Favilla

Jaroa Favilla

Spanish teacher, Henrico County Public Schools
Middle school Spanish teacher.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1201
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

1:30pm EDT

Extend Your Love of Scratch
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You won’t want to miss this hands-on Scratch session for all levels of users. Together in this session, we will explore the extensions found in Scratch 3.0 in stations and then debrief sharing curriculum connections and lessons learned while integrating Scratch into the curriculum. After participating in this session you’ll walk away with confidence in integrating coding in your classroom!

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avatar for Matt Caratachea

Matt Caratachea

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jessica Robinson

Jessica Robinson

Innovative Learning Coach, HCPS Department of Innovative Learning
Innovative Learning Coach for Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 2201
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)

1:30pm EDT

Eye for Design: Creating Infographics to Increase Student Engagement
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Join us as we discuss the science behind infographics and its correlation to student engagment and comprehension. Dive into the basics of graphic design and how to utilize free & available tools to create in your classroom. Leave with inspiration for classroom use across all content areas! Session will focus on using Google Drawings and other tools paired with applicable learning theories.

Check out our stuff: http://bit.ly/EdTechE4D
Speakers
avatar for Laura Cooper

Laura Cooper

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Hanover County Public Schools
M.Ed Instructional Design and Technology | NBCT | Certified Google Trainer
avatar for Amelia Buchanan

Amelia Buchanan

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Hanover County Public Schools
Master of Educational Technology: James Madison University

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 2104
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

1:30pm EDT

Green Light Relationships
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Join us in a session on how to Green Light relationships with all community members!!! Explore a variety of tools (Class Tag, Seesaw, Bloomz, Class Dojo, and more) and determine which ones would work best with your community and putting safety first. We will explore how to reach all learners in your community, the nuts and bolts, where to start, and what works and why.
Speakers
avatar for Carrie Hood

Carrie Hood

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1102
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

1:30pm EDT

Remaining Aloft in the Twitterverse
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You’ve taken flight and your Professional Learning Network has grown with Twitter. Now you’re ready to take the next steps! In this session, we’ll look at how to become an advanced user by learning about Twitter's filters and analytics, scheduling tweets with third-party apps such as Buffer and TweetDeck, and participate in a live Twitter Chat!
Speakers
avatar for Darcie Priester

Darcie Priester

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Manassas Park City Schools
Darcie Priester has served in the role of Instructional Technology Resource Teacher since 2006 and currently works at Manassas Park High School. She earned an M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Integrating Technology in Schools. Ms. Priester is a Google for Education... Read More →

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 2100
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

1:30pm EDT

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
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This presentation will discuss how to collobrate with collegues on PBL projects involving research and technology skills. Collaborate with resource and classroom teachers to develop project ideas.
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avatar for Amanda Henley

Amanda Henley

Resource/ Elective Teacher, Powhatan County Public Schools
I am the Computer Resource Teacher at Powhatan Elementary School. I have been teaching technology for 15 years. I enjoy teaching and learning about all the advancements in technology and the ways to incorporate them into my lab. I look forward to sharing some of my ideas with you... Read More →
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Michelle Ball

Librarian, Powhatan County Public Schools
Well, 2020-2021 has definitely been a different kind of year for school at POWES!  We have been fortunate to be face-to-face (FTF) with most of our students all year.  We have implemented new practices this year, including enabling FTF and virtual students to place the library books... Read More →

Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1105
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

1:30pm EDT

We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat…And More Duct Tape
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Learn how students can use Shark Tank projects to develop and demonstrate their creativity, presentation skills, hands on Engineering ability, and imagination!
Speakers
GU

Graydon Uyeda


Wednesday March 11, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 1100
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

Bring Coding to Life
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Interested in getting your youngest learners programming robots? Maybe you’re ready to boost engagement with your older learners sky high through coding drones! Get hands-on experience with robots and tools that you can implement in your classroom. From Ozobots to Spheros, and Code and Go Mice to Drones, you’ll take away new ideas to connect computer science and content using these awesome tools!

Session Materials 
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avatar for Matt Caratachea

Matt Caratachea

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Heather Reid

Heather Reid

Innovative Learning Coach, Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 2201
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

Chasing the 5 C's
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Participants will learn how to use the FREE GooseChase App, an online scavenger hunt, to communicate and collaborate, while showcasing their critical thinking and creativity while using a curriculum aligned platform to increase student engagement.
Speakers
avatar for Krista Miller

Krista Miller

Gifted Resource Teacher
avatar for Maureen Ambrose

Maureen Ambrose

Gifted Resource Teacher, Hanover County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1100
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

2:30pm EDT

Follow, Tinker, Play & Share Your Makey Makey Inventions
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How do you get started with Makey Makey? In this session you will create your own Makey Makey invention. You will also learn a process you can bring to your own classroom (or PD session) to help all learners use new tools, both on and off the screen.
Speakers
avatar for Bea Leiderman

Bea Leiderman

Instructional Technology Innovation Specialist, Prince Edward County Public Schools
Bea is a former teacher and instructional technology coach. She specializes in helping teachers plan hands-on activities and open-ended creative projects.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1102
  Presentation, Middle (6-8)

2:30pm EDT

Get Your Game On: Game-Based Learning with Legends of Learning!
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Get your game on! Experience how SOL-aligned gaming increases test scores and student engagement. Learn math and science by flying helicopters, building ecosystems, and LAUNCHING COWS into outer space! Participants can expect to have hands-on fun in our innovative approach of game-based learning, as well as learn how to:
  • Make lessons fun and accessible and encourage students to take personal responsibility for their education.
  • Personalize the gaming experience down to the individual student level.
  • Create an equitable learning environment where students can progress at their own rate, allowing for differentiation based on student needs.
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Brooke Fields, Legends of Learning

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Joselyn Whetzel

Director of District Partnerships, Legends of Learning

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 2107
  Presentation, Elementary (3-5), Middle (6-8)

2:30pm EDT

Immersive Empathy: Using Design Thinking to Connect Students
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Students need empathy and helping students develop an awareness of this skill is difficult. Join us to learn about our journey to invoke empathy with Spanish students and use the design thinking process as a basis for interdisciplinary projects. Participants will experience immersive empathy first-hand and begin to brainstorm ideas on solving the problem: “What’s next for Puerto Rico?”.

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Jacquelyn Calder

ITRT, Hanover County Public Schools
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Meilin Jao


Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1201
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

Integrating Computational Thinking in an Elementary Classroom
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Computational Thinking and Computer Science were added to the SOLs for K-12 this year. How are you incorporating these new standards into your instruction? Come to hear about lessons learned from observations of four elementary teachers who piloted these standards last year and share your thoughts on how they align with the standards you teach.

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Dr. Bert Jacoby

Coordinator of Digital Equity, Albemarle County Public Schools
Former classroom teacher and learning technology integrator, currently on Leadership team in Department of Technology for Albemarle County Public Schools.

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1104
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5)

2:30pm EDT

Making a Lasting Impact
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This presentation tells the story of Hungary Creek Middle School's journey to Deeper Learning in how they have leveraged Impact Teams to spread innovative learning throughout the school, where Pedagogy drives the instruction and leveraging digital accelerates the learning to the start up of cross-curricular, project-based learning.

Presentation: 

https://tinyurl.com/Impactedtech2020


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Mike Dunavant

Innovative Learning Coach, Hungary Creek MS
Mike Dunavant has been a Social Studies teacher and an Innovative Learning Coach (ITRT) in Henrico County for 17 years. Mike's philosophy is about Deeper Learning. How can teachers create relevant learning experiences for students to have the knowledge and skills to be life ready... Read More →
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Robbi Moose

Principal, Henrico County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 2104
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

Out of This World App Smashing with the 4 C’s
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Take your students out of this world with creative app smashing combinations that incorporate the 5 Cs. Give your students the power to demonstrate their critical thinking skills and creativity while working collaboratively. Nurture their ability to communicate in different ways using multiple tools. You will walk away with some ideas and inspiration to explore with your students.

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William Waller

Instructional Designer, Chesterfield County Public Schools
I serve as an Instructional Designer in Chesterfield County Public Schools and am passionate about classroom technology integration...
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Natalie Waller

Instructional Specialist - Elem. Math & Science, Richmond Public Schools
STEM girl. Google Certified Educator. I DO Math. Passionate about equity and urban education. Nearpod Certified Educator- DEN Star - CODE Fanatic - I ❤ Canva - Fired up for ThingLink, Adobe, Quizlet, and Seesaw!

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 2100
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

SeeSaw: Why It Works with Kindergarten
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Are you ready for less paper and more engagement? Seesaw is here! This portfolio system interacts with parents and is a platform for student engagement. Students differentiate using video, pictures, drawings, and much more. This portfolio collection helps and aids all grade levels, even kindergarten! Increase your student portfolio and share the experience!
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Rachel Cashin

Teacher, Charles City Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1107
  Presentation, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)

2:30pm EDT

Showcasing Student Work with Digital Portfolios
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Digital Portfolios are an excellent way to foster student ownership and reflection in any class! Attendees will learn about how to get started with digital portfolios in their classes, and receive materials to send them on their way!
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Bryan Doppel

Social Studies/CTE Teacher, Goochland County Public Schools

Wednesday March 11, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 1105
  Presentation, Middle (6-8), High (9-12)