Wednesday Evening Keynote
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Brian Mendler has extensive experience working with challenging students in general ed, self-contained, and inclusion settings. He provides staff development training for K-12 educators throughout the world with the focus on how to be successful with even the most difficult students. He trains tens of thousands of educators every year and is a highly regarded dynamic speaker. Educators love his seminars, because he is able to provide strategies that work immediately for today’s youth.
Mr. Mendler has recently authored a book titled, Watch Your Mouth, Non Negotiables for Success with Toughest Kids. The book provides educators with easy to use strategies for preventing and responding to difficult, disruptive, defiant and unmotivated behavior. He has also authored That One Kid and co-authored books, Turning Tough Parents into Strong Partners, Strategies for Successful Classroom Management, Power Struggles 2nd Edition, and the best seller Discipline With Dignity 4th Edition. Please follow Brian on social media: Twitter and Instagram @brianmendler Facebook: /brianmendlerfanpage Podcast: The Brian Mendler Show (wherever you get your podcasts). Over 500,000 downloads! |
Keynote: That One Kid
Plagued by severe undiagnosed ADHD and reading difficulties, I began disrupting class in 4th grade. I believed my peers would laugh at me for being “dumb” so I made sure they laughed at me for being “bad” instead. I was defiant, disruptive, and relatively unmotivated. I was “that one kid” that drove my teachers crazy. By sixth grade my academic skills were so below grade level that I was pulled out of school.
Two weeks later in a new school I had one teacher dramatically change my life. He did in about five minutes what nobody had done between kindergarten and 6th grade. And the amazing thing is that it is something any of you can do with any of your students immediately! Learn the greatest thing we can give to our students to help them be successful and seven magic words that will change your students’ lives!
Plagued by severe undiagnosed ADHD and reading difficulties, I began disrupting class in 4th grade. I believed my peers would laugh at me for being “dumb” so I made sure they laughed at me for being “bad” instead. I was defiant, disruptive, and relatively unmotivated. I was “that one kid” that drove my teachers crazy. By sixth grade my academic skills were so below grade level that I was pulled out of school.
Two weeks later in a new school I had one teacher dramatically change my life. He did in about five minutes what nobody had done between kindergarten and 6th grade. And the amazing thing is that it is something any of you can do with any of your students immediately! Learn the greatest thing we can give to our students to help them be successful and seven magic words that will change your students’ lives!
Thursday Morning Keynote
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Rebecka Peterson, the 2023 National Teacher of the Year, is a math teacher who loves stories. Rebecka has taught high school math classes ranging from intermediate algebra to Advanced Placement calculus, for 11 years at Union High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Amid a difficult first year of high school teaching, she found the “One Good Thing” blog. She credits daily posting there to helping her recognize the beautiful and positive experiences occurring in her classroom, which inspired her to stay in the profession. She has since contributed 1,400 posts to the blog. As Oklahoma Teacher of the Year, she has visited teachers across the state to highlight their important work through the Teachers of Oklahoma campaign. As National Teacher of the Year, Rebecka plans to use her platform to highlight teachers’ stories of the good that’s happening in education. Teaching is a profession that affords creativity, autonomy and purpose, and Rebecka believes that highlighting the stories of joy happening in classrooms across the country will help encourage current teachers and attract new educators to the profession. Rebecka is a proud immigrant of Swedish-Iranian descent and lived in several countries around the world as her parents traveled as medical missionaries. Her own experience with supportive teachers who celebrated her diversity and math abilities informs Rebecka’s efforts to create a supportive and accessible classroom for students. She values listening to students’ stories as a way to better understand them and elevate their voice. Before joining the faculty at Union High School, Rebecka taught for three years at the collegiate level. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Oklahoma Wesleyan University and a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of South Dakota. She lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with her husband, Brett, and son, Jonas, and she enjoys reading, crafting and playing board games.
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Session Presenters
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Brian Mendler - Plagued by severe undiagnosed ADHD and reading difficulties, Brian Mendler began disrupting class in 4th grade.
In Bryan's words: "I believed my peers would laugh at me for being “dumb” so I made sure they laughed at me for being “bad” instead. I was defiant, disruptive, relatively unmotivated. By sixth grade my academic skills were so below grade level that I was pulled / kicked out of school. During my senior year, I started gambling. The next five years were a cycle of lying, cheating and stealing to feed my addiction. In 2001 I entered recovery. I am now clean 21 years. Today I am a certified teacher, presenter, and international motivational keynote speaker for educators. I have co/authored seven books."
Session 1: Why Students Disengage and Misbehave and What to do About it
Before applying strategies to change unwanted behavior and disengagement, we must first correctly diagnose why the behaviors are occurring. Without understanding the why, then most strategies will ultimately fail. Learn to diagnose and understand the 6 main reasons why students disengage and misbehave. Discover how to apply the correct strategies for each student to address individual needs. Want kids to show up to your class, then you will want to hear Brian’s number one strategy to get maximum participation.
Session 2: Relationship Building Bootcamp
In this session you will learn the number one best relationship building strategy for kids who come every day and do absolutely nothing. We will discuss the three keys to using V.R.R. (Vulnerability, Relationships and Relevance) to get kids to run to your class. You will learn how and when to invest your time to form that crucial connection with hard-to-reach students.
Session 3: Power Struggles Unplugged
This high energy, humorous session teaches specifically how to defuse power struggles with any student in any situation at any time with our proven step by step process, the 5 W’s of Defusing. Discover two words guaranteed to stop mouthy kids in their tracks. Learn how using L.A.A.D will help you defuse any student!
Brian Mendler - Plagued by severe undiagnosed ADHD and reading difficulties, Brian Mendler began disrupting class in 4th grade.
In Bryan's words: "I believed my peers would laugh at me for being “dumb” so I made sure they laughed at me for being “bad” instead. I was defiant, disruptive, relatively unmotivated. By sixth grade my academic skills were so below grade level that I was pulled / kicked out of school. During my senior year, I started gambling. The next five years were a cycle of lying, cheating and stealing to feed my addiction. In 2001 I entered recovery. I am now clean 21 years. Today I am a certified teacher, presenter, and international motivational keynote speaker for educators. I have co/authored seven books."
Session 1: Why Students Disengage and Misbehave and What to do About it
Before applying strategies to change unwanted behavior and disengagement, we must first correctly diagnose why the behaviors are occurring. Without understanding the why, then most strategies will ultimately fail. Learn to diagnose and understand the 6 main reasons why students disengage and misbehave. Discover how to apply the correct strategies for each student to address individual needs. Want kids to show up to your class, then you will want to hear Brian’s number one strategy to get maximum participation.
Session 2: Relationship Building Bootcamp
In this session you will learn the number one best relationship building strategy for kids who come every day and do absolutely nothing. We will discuss the three keys to using V.R.R. (Vulnerability, Relationships and Relevance) to get kids to run to your class. You will learn how and when to invest your time to form that crucial connection with hard-to-reach students.
Session 3: Power Struggles Unplugged
This high energy, humorous session teaches specifically how to defuse power struggles with any student in any situation at any time with our proven step by step process, the 5 W’s of Defusing. Discover two words guaranteed to stop mouthy kids in their tracks. Learn how using L.A.A.D will help you defuse any student!
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Hilary Statum is a Kindergarten Teacher and National Presenter from Middle Tennessee.She has over 15 years of teaching experience in kindergarten, transitional-first, fourth, and fifth grades. She currently teaches ESL for her school district Hilary holds her Master’s degree in Instructional Leadership from David Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from both her graduate and undergraduate level courses. Hilary frequently travels around the United States as a featured speaker. Some of her favorite topics include the Science of Reading, Simple STEM for the Primary Classroom, Flexible Seating, Classroom Culture, Pairing High-Interest Books with Standards-Driven Activities, Magical Math, Raising Observation Scores, Classroom Organization, and Learning Inspired by Play.
Session 1: Science of Reading in Action
We can't give what we don't have! Expanding on information in the presenter's book, attendees will participate in an engaging, validating, empowering format based on a practitioner-developed wellness model. We will discuss how trauma and/or secondary trauma can contribute to compassion fatigue and address other obstacles to implementing meaningful self-care. Participants will be resourced with strategies for mental, physical, emotional, and professional health to support overall wellness. You matter, what you do matters, and your hope matters, so let's look at ways to support your journey.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: MATHmagicians
Maximize your math time! Hilary shares her tips and tricks for managing your math instructional time. She guides you through setting high expectations, organizing manipulatives, introducing math concepts, and more. Take a virtual visit to Hilary's classroom where she shows you how to implement purposeful centers, differentiate the activities for each learner, and how to develop a clear plan for making the most of your math time. Head back to your classroom with new math games, strategies, ideas, and the necessary steps for making math magical!
Hilary Statum is a Kindergarten Teacher and National Presenter from Middle Tennessee.She has over 15 years of teaching experience in kindergarten, transitional-first, fourth, and fifth grades. She currently teaches ESL for her school district Hilary holds her Master’s degree in Instructional Leadership from David Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from both her graduate and undergraduate level courses. Hilary frequently travels around the United States as a featured speaker. Some of her favorite topics include the Science of Reading, Simple STEM for the Primary Classroom, Flexible Seating, Classroom Culture, Pairing High-Interest Books with Standards-Driven Activities, Magical Math, Raising Observation Scores, Classroom Organization, and Learning Inspired by Play.
Session 1: Science of Reading in Action
We can't give what we don't have! Expanding on information in the presenter's book, attendees will participate in an engaging, validating, empowering format based on a practitioner-developed wellness model. We will discuss how trauma and/or secondary trauma can contribute to compassion fatigue and address other obstacles to implementing meaningful self-care. Participants will be resourced with strategies for mental, physical, emotional, and professional health to support overall wellness. You matter, what you do matters, and your hope matters, so let's look at ways to support your journey.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: MATHmagicians
Maximize your math time! Hilary shares her tips and tricks for managing your math instructional time. She guides you through setting high expectations, organizing manipulatives, introducing math concepts, and more. Take a virtual visit to Hilary's classroom where she shows you how to implement purposeful centers, differentiate the activities for each learner, and how to develop a clear plan for making the most of your math time. Head back to your classroom with new math games, strategies, ideas, and the necessary steps for making math magical!
Oak
Shannon Cunningham is an early literacy educator in North Texas and loves working in the primary grades. Over her education career, Shannon has spent time in classrooms in Arizona, Nebraska, and the great state of Texas. Shannon has a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. Shannon is certified to teach preschool - 6th grade as well as English as a Second Language. With a passion for teaching both students and teachers, Shannon’s goal is for classrooms to be a place where students can grow and thrive academically and emotionally. You will find that Shannon's sessions are packed with research and strategies to help you teach with joy and confidence!
Session 1: Pathway to Mastery: Fostering Reading Comprehension & Critical Thinking
Join us for a dynamic session designed to empower elementary teachers with innovative strategies for fostering reading comprehension and critical thinking skills in their students. Participants will explore research-based methods and practical techniques for guiding students to deeper understanding and higher-level thinking in their reading journeys. You will leave with the knowledge and tools to seamlessly integrate these concepts in your everyday reading lessons!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing Creativity with STEAM Exploration
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) with Shannon as your guide! In this dynamic hands-on session, participants will dive into the meaning and benefits of STEAM education while engaging in exciting activities that promote inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving. Plus, discover how AI (Artificial Intelligence) is revolutionizing the STEAM landscape and explore ways this cutting-edge technology can support you as an educator. Leave with a treasure trove of ideas, activities, and the confidence to unleash the full potential of STEAM in your teaching practice!
Shannon Cunningham is an early literacy educator in North Texas and loves working in the primary grades. Over her education career, Shannon has spent time in classrooms in Arizona, Nebraska, and the great state of Texas. Shannon has a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. Shannon is certified to teach preschool - 6th grade as well as English as a Second Language. With a passion for teaching both students and teachers, Shannon’s goal is for classrooms to be a place where students can grow and thrive academically and emotionally. You will find that Shannon's sessions are packed with research and strategies to help you teach with joy and confidence!
Session 1: Pathway to Mastery: Fostering Reading Comprehension & Critical Thinking
Join us for a dynamic session designed to empower elementary teachers with innovative strategies for fostering reading comprehension and critical thinking skills in their students. Participants will explore research-based methods and practical techniques for guiding students to deeper understanding and higher-level thinking in their reading journeys. You will leave with the knowledge and tools to seamlessly integrate these concepts in your everyday reading lessons!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Beyond Boundaries: Unleashing Creativity with STEAM Exploration
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) with Shannon as your guide! In this dynamic hands-on session, participants will dive into the meaning and benefits of STEAM education while engaging in exciting activities that promote inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving. Plus, discover how AI (Artificial Intelligence) is revolutionizing the STEAM landscape and explore ways this cutting-edge technology can support you as an educator. Leave with a treasure trove of ideas, activities, and the confidence to unleash the full potential of STEAM in your teaching practice!
Magnolia 3-5
Dardi Hendershott is co-founder of Hope 4 The Wounded, LLC and co-author of Supporting the Wounded Educator: A Trauma-Sensitive Approach to Self-Care with husband, Joe. Dardi is a certified health and wellness coach, a trained and formerly licensed therapeutic foster/adoptive parent, and a huge advocate for professionals seeking to find balance in their lives. Dardi has become a sought-after speaker and coach for teams of professionals desiring to enhance their life and job satisfaction while contributing to healthy work cultures. She has been a featured presenter at conferences (most recently the NYAR Conference in Savannah, GA, and the National Making Schools Work Conference in Grapevine, TX), for school and corporate organizations, with faith-based audiences, parents, and with undergraduate and graduate students at universities. Dardi's comprehensive, authentic approach to self-care has been appreciated by audiences from all professions and walks of life. Her passion is to equip, empower, and encourage people with HOPE through a trauma-sensitive lens toward overall health and wellness.
Session 1: Supporting the Wounded Educator
We can't give what we don't have! Expanding on information in the presenter's book, attendees will participate in an engaging, validating, empowering format based on a practitioner-developed wellness model. We will discuss how trauma and/or secondary trauma can contribute to compassion fatigue and address other obstacles to implementing meaningful self-care. Participants will be resourced with strategies for mental, physical, emotional, and professional health to support overall wellness. You matter, what you do matters, and your hope matters, so let's look at ways to support your journey.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Supporting the Wounded Educator Part II: Strategies 4 the Many Dimensions of Wellness
Too many times, “self-care” is seen as a luxury. Supporting our wellness goes beyond superficial, occasional indulgences. While those are fun, we need to seek meaningful ways to support our physical and emotional health that can become easily incorporated into our busy lives. This interactive session is a deep dive into the Eight Dimensions of Wellness (SAMHSA). It is recommended as a Part II to “Supporting the Wounded Educator: A Trauma-Informed Journey to Personal & Professional Wellness,” but can easily stand alone for anyone who wants to join the conversation & discuss some real-life strategies to cultivate HOPE and support overall wellness!
Dardi Hendershott is co-founder of Hope 4 The Wounded, LLC and co-author of Supporting the Wounded Educator: A Trauma-Sensitive Approach to Self-Care with husband, Joe. Dardi is a certified health and wellness coach, a trained and formerly licensed therapeutic foster/adoptive parent, and a huge advocate for professionals seeking to find balance in their lives. Dardi has become a sought-after speaker and coach for teams of professionals desiring to enhance their life and job satisfaction while contributing to healthy work cultures. She has been a featured presenter at conferences (most recently the NYAR Conference in Savannah, GA, and the National Making Schools Work Conference in Grapevine, TX), for school and corporate organizations, with faith-based audiences, parents, and with undergraduate and graduate students at universities. Dardi's comprehensive, authentic approach to self-care has been appreciated by audiences from all professions and walks of life. Her passion is to equip, empower, and encourage people with HOPE through a trauma-sensitive lens toward overall health and wellness.
Session 1: Supporting the Wounded Educator
We can't give what we don't have! Expanding on information in the presenter's book, attendees will participate in an engaging, validating, empowering format based on a practitioner-developed wellness model. We will discuss how trauma and/or secondary trauma can contribute to compassion fatigue and address other obstacles to implementing meaningful self-care. Participants will be resourced with strategies for mental, physical, emotional, and professional health to support overall wellness. You matter, what you do matters, and your hope matters, so let's look at ways to support your journey.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Supporting the Wounded Educator Part II: Strategies 4 the Many Dimensions of Wellness
Too many times, “self-care” is seen as a luxury. Supporting our wellness goes beyond superficial, occasional indulgences. While those are fun, we need to seek meaningful ways to support our physical and emotional health that can become easily incorporated into our busy lives. This interactive session is a deep dive into the Eight Dimensions of Wellness (SAMHSA). It is recommended as a Part II to “Supporting the Wounded Educator: A Trauma-Informed Journey to Personal & Professional Wellness,” but can easily stand alone for anyone who wants to join the conversation & discuss some real-life strategies to cultivate HOPE and support overall wellness!
Pine
Jessica Travis spent 13 years in the Kindergarten and 1st grade classroom as a teacher, and the last 4 years as an Early Childhood Specialist in math and literacy. She currently works with Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers and students daily supporting them with curriculum and instruction as well as professional development. She has been a National Presenter since 2014 where she shares her passion for education in all content areas for the primary grades!
Session 1: Engaging Stations on a Budget!
Teachers are always looking for new and engaging activities to support the learning in their classroom and many teachers purchase these activities with their own money. This session will help you find low-cost items to be used multiple times while your students stay engaged and have fun with their stations!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Number Fun for Everyone: Building a Strong Number Sense
A strong foundation in number sense is critical to be successful in math. Join Jessica in this fun and hands-on session to help build and support your student’s number sense through meaningful and engaging activities.
Jessica Travis spent 13 years in the Kindergarten and 1st grade classroom as a teacher, and the last 4 years as an Early Childhood Specialist in math and literacy. She currently works with Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers and students daily supporting them with curriculum and instruction as well as professional development. She has been a National Presenter since 2014 where she shares her passion for education in all content areas for the primary grades!
Session 1: Engaging Stations on a Budget!
Teachers are always looking for new and engaging activities to support the learning in their classroom and many teachers purchase these activities with their own money. This session will help you find low-cost items to be used multiple times while your students stay engaged and have fun with their stations!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Number Fun for Everyone: Building a Strong Number Sense
A strong foundation in number sense is critical to be successful in math. Join Jessica in this fun and hands-on session to help build and support your student’s number sense through meaningful and engaging activities.
Magnolia 6/7
LeAnna Wolkis Goldstein is an energetic and passionate Kindergarten Teacher from Arizona with over 25 years of teaching experience. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University, a Master’s Degree from NAU, an Early Childhood Endorsement and achieved the rigorous advanced credentials of National Board Certification. While teaching in her award-winning classroom, The “Wolkis Wonderland,” she designs mini hands-on center based stations that are brought to life with novel realia. As a Nationally Recognized Presenter, LeAnna empowers educators to create cooperative learning environments utilizing music, movement & manipulatives that foster 100% student engagement.
Session 1: Purposeful Play with Writing Realia
Bring out the creative side of your young writers by offering a print-rich environment where they can collect their thoughts & put their ideas on paper. See how this will happen through the use of a wide variety of hands-on tools as part of a meaningful space where students take ownership of their learning by working collaboratively & accessing their writing purposefully. Leave this session with storytelling experiences, book binding techniques & see how to use exciting novelty tools that will stretch your young authors’ imagination.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Engaging Students with your Classroom Management Must Haves
If you think of learning as active participation in a room where children are encouraged to discover, explore and experience the wonders each school day brings, then you‘ll enjoy expanding your methods for developing positive behavior skills in your young learners. Let LeAnna show you how to create a supportive and collaborative climate where the learning unfolds as your students take ownership for being respectful, responsible members of your Classroom Family.
LeAnna Wolkis Goldstein is an energetic and passionate Kindergarten Teacher from Arizona with over 25 years of teaching experience. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University, a Master’s Degree from NAU, an Early Childhood Endorsement and achieved the rigorous advanced credentials of National Board Certification. While teaching in her award-winning classroom, The “Wolkis Wonderland,” she designs mini hands-on center based stations that are brought to life with novel realia. As a Nationally Recognized Presenter, LeAnna empowers educators to create cooperative learning environments utilizing music, movement & manipulatives that foster 100% student engagement.
Session 1: Purposeful Play with Writing Realia
Bring out the creative side of your young writers by offering a print-rich environment where they can collect their thoughts & put their ideas on paper. See how this will happen through the use of a wide variety of hands-on tools as part of a meaningful space where students take ownership of their learning by working collaboratively & accessing their writing purposefully. Leave this session with storytelling experiences, book binding techniques & see how to use exciting novelty tools that will stretch your young authors’ imagination.
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: Engaging Students with your Classroom Management Must Haves
If you think of learning as active participation in a room where children are encouraged to discover, explore and experience the wonders each school day brings, then you‘ll enjoy expanding your methods for developing positive behavior skills in your young learners. Let LeAnna show you how to create a supportive and collaborative climate where the learning unfolds as your students take ownership for being respectful, responsible members of your Classroom Family.
Redbud
Maggie Phillips is an innovative educator and technology integration specialist with 15 years of successful experience integrating classrooms with technology to enable high impact learning experiences for learners of all ages. Skilled in Technology Integration, Professional Development, Coaching, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, and Differentiated Instruction.
If you plan to attend Maggie's sessions, PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP (WITH MICROSOFT AVAILABLE IF POSSIBLE).
Session 1: Leveling the Playing Field with Microsoft Accessibility
Join us for this interactive session and discover Microsoft's Accessibility features that will transform your lessons for ALL students! Learn to use Immersive Reader, Dictate, and Translate to create a truly inclusive learning environment. No student gets left behind! This session is packed with practical tips and tricks for teachers of all experience levels. Let's create a level playing field where every student can thrive!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: CoPilot in the Classroom: Leveraging AI to Amplify Learning Experiences
This session unlocks the power of Microsoft's CoPilot, your friendly AI assistant, for ALL educators. Whether you're an AI pro or a curious beginner, learn to craft effective prompts to boost engagement, supercharge assessments, enhance communication with parents, and elevate learning experiences for all students. Join us and explore the possibilities of AI in your classroom! This session will be packed with practical tips and real-world applications to transform practice!
Maggie Phillips is an innovative educator and technology integration specialist with 15 years of successful experience integrating classrooms with technology to enable high impact learning experiences for learners of all ages. Skilled in Technology Integration, Professional Development, Coaching, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, and Differentiated Instruction.
If you plan to attend Maggie's sessions, PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP (WITH MICROSOFT AVAILABLE IF POSSIBLE).
Session 1: Leveling the Playing Field with Microsoft Accessibility
Join us for this interactive session and discover Microsoft's Accessibility features that will transform your lessons for ALL students! Learn to use Immersive Reader, Dictate, and Translate to create a truly inclusive learning environment. No student gets left behind! This session is packed with practical tips and tricks for teachers of all experience levels. Let's create a level playing field where every student can thrive!
Session 2: Repeat of Session 1
Session 3: CoPilot in the Classroom: Leveraging AI to Amplify Learning Experiences
This session unlocks the power of Microsoft's CoPilot, your friendly AI assistant, for ALL educators. Whether you're an AI pro or a curious beginner, learn to craft effective prompts to boost engagement, supercharge assessments, enhance communication with parents, and elevate learning experiences for all students. Join us and explore the possibilities of AI in your classroom! This session will be packed with practical tips and real-world applications to transform practice!
Pecan
Junar Ortega is an accomplished musician and outstanding elementary music teacher in Durant, Oklahoma.
Session 1: Drumming in the Classroom
What does a five gallon bucket, a pool noodle, and a drum stick have to do with drumming? Get with the beat and come to this interactive, hands - on session and walk away with the basics of teaching drumming in the classroom using inexpensive materials!
Sessions 2 & 3: Repeats of Session 1
Junar Ortega is an accomplished musician and outstanding elementary music teacher in Durant, Oklahoma.
Session 1: Drumming in the Classroom
What does a five gallon bucket, a pool noodle, and a drum stick have to do with drumming? Get with the beat and come to this interactive, hands - on session and walk away with the basics of teaching drumming in the classroom using inexpensive materials!
Sessions 2 & 3: Repeats of Session 1
