Secondary Registration Details

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Countdown to Summer Summit

Sessions below are offered for 6th – 12th grade and K-12 P.E. teachers on Tuesday, June 10th.

Elementary teachers should register for Monday, June 9th.

Note: It is highly recommended to bring your laptop or tablet with you for Summer Summit.

*All attendees will receive In-Service credit ONLY for this event.*

Session 1

8:25-9:40 AM

Aggressive Monitoring in the Social Studies Classroom – 6-12 Teachers

Get your field guide out to collect real time data of your students’ understanding of critical content. Learn how and why aggressive monitoring can benefit both students and teachers through identifying areas of need and offering timely feedback. – Presented by Kate Ems ( 2-117 )

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Back-to-School with Discovery Education

Learn about the latest updates from Discovery Education just in time for back-to-school, featuring expanded lessons, an AI assessment builder, personalized core curriculum recommendations, and immersive learning experiences. – Presented by Kim Perry ( 2-206 )

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Climbing through Canvas

This session will focus on utilizing Canvas to maximize instruction and communication in the classroom. Teachers will learn how to link key programs, such as IXL and Savvas, to their Canvas course for practice and assessment opportunities, as well as explore the wide range of data reports and flexibility provided in new quizzes and gradebook views. Teachers will also learn how to sync their gradebooks to Skyward. This training is designed for teachers who want to utilize Canvas more effectively to streamline data collection, grading, and communication in their classroom. – Presented by Julia Genkinger ( 2-110 )

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Cooperative Learning, Collective Growth – 9-12 Teachers

Team Up for Success: Discover practical and fun cooperative learning strategies to foster engagement and collaboration in your classroom. Empower your students to learn and grow—together! – Presented by Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez ( 2-210 )

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Create and Capture: Adventures in Ready to Use Motivation Systems

This make and take session will guide you on the adventure of different kinds of motivation systems you can use with your students to shape positive behavior and increase engagement. Come ready to explore, engage your creativity and leave with easy to implement and ready-to-use items that you can use to reinforce behaviors and increase student engagement. – Presented by Caroline Redding ( 2-217 )

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Creating Reading Challenges for Students in Beanstack  – Media Specialists & ELA Teachers

Encourage healthy reading habits & literacy skills with reading challenges and track reading progress with easy-to-use data and analytics.  – Presented by Wendy Munao ( 2-103 )

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Data Tracking for Behavior Management

Learn how to collect and use behavior data in your classroom! This session will outline the types and methods of data you can collect, how you can organize the data, and how to use that data to adjust classroom behaviors. – Presented by Suzanne Power ( 2-208 )

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Desmos for Interactivity

Create lessons and activities that allow students to interact with you and their peers, live and in-the-moment, using Desmos Custom Activities, to maximize formative feedback and engagement for your students. This session will show how Desmos Custom Activities can be used for all content areas, including ELA, Math and Social Studies! – Presented by Jacob Power ( 2-209 )

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Exploring the Wild: Effective Small Groups in MS Math – 6-8 Math Teachers

Step into the untamed wilderness of middle school math and discover the power of small group instruction! In this adventurous session, we will delve into strategies and techniques that transform your classroom into a dynamic learning environment. Learn how to create and manage small groups that foster collaboration, enhance student engagement, and improve mathematical understanding. Whether you’re navigating through algebraic jungles or geometric savannas, you’ll gain practical insights and tools to guide your students on their mathematical journey. Join us for an exciting exploration and leave ready to implement effective small group practices in your MS math class! – Presented by Natasha Nicholas ( 2-115 )

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Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students

Are you ready to transform your teaching approach and inspire your students to embrace challenges? Sign up for an engaging and interactive professional learning session on Fostering a Growth Mindset in the Classroom! You will walk away with proven strategies to cultivate a growth mindset among students, techniques to encourage resilience and perseverance, and ppractical activities to integrate growth mindset principles into your daily teaching. – Presented by Julie Ann Moore ( 2-211 )

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Ignite your imagination with Canva in the Classroom

Learn the basics of Canva for Education including how to navigate the Canva homepage, locate templates, create folders, share activities, and provide real-time feedback. We will engage in collaborative creation and brainstorm how you can use Canva for meaningful student projects. Through design practice, participants will gain a better understanding of how intuitive Canva is and will feel confident getting started. – Presented by Janice Wintermyer ( 2-214 )

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Journey to Excellence: Progressing through the Safari with Algebra Tiles – 6th-Geo Math Teachers

Join us on a thrilling jungle expedition as we explore the progression of Algebra Tiles from grades 6 through Geometry. Discover how these versatile tools can help students visualize and solve equations, understand abstract concepts, and make connections across different grade levels. Gain practical strategies to enhance your teaching toolkit and lead your students on their mathematical journey with confidence and creativity! – Presented by Brandon Comeau ( 2-116 )

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Lego – 6-8 Teachers

The ability to grasp abstract scientific phenomena can be difficult for students, but it doesn’t have to be! In this session, participants will learn how to make science visible through the utilization of LEGO® Education solutions to teach Florida’s science standards. Through high interest and relevant topics, teachers will learn how they can help support their students in learning science concepts with our iconic LEGO® bricks! – Presented by Beth Bonvie ( 2-109 )

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Navigating Difficult Conversations: 8 Step Process to Providing Feedback – Academic Coaches

This session is for current Academic Coaches only. We will continue our work with providing feedback and having crucial conversations that matter while preserving relationships. – Presented by Dana Miller ( 2-114 )

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Safari Adventures: Exploring the Wild World of Rhetoric – 6-12 ELA & Reading Teachers

Embark on a thrilling safari adventure designed to equip 6th-12th grade teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively teach rhetoric. Participants will journey through the foundational elements of rhetoric, including ethos, pathos, and logos, and discover how to apply these concepts to enhance students’ critical thinking. – Presented by Margie Almeida
Jamie Spooner ( 2-111 )

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Shift Your School’s Environmental Stewardship Culture: Interdisciplinary Everglades Curriculum and 6-12 Champions Program – 9-12 Science Teachers

Shift Your School’s Environmental Stewardship Culture: Interdisciplinary Everglades Curriculum and 6-12 Champions Program –
For the next generation to join in our efforts to protect and restore the precious Everglades ecosystem, students need to understand its history, environmental challenges, connection to Florida’s economy, and solutions for restoration. Learn more about the Everglades Literacy Program, which provides schools and individual classrooms with professional development, free curriculum and resources, a designated Everglades Champion Schools Program, and one-on-one support. During this session, we will share an overview of the free, standards aligned, 6-12 Everglades curriculum and resources. – Presented by Alyssa Saldarriaga/ Jen Abbott ( 2-108 )

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Navigating AI

In this session you will be introduced to AI to empower teachers with an understanding of generative models while addressing bias and sparking inspiration. Educators are invited to explore the exciting world of artificial intelligence and its practical application in education.  – Presented by Julia Hilburn ( )

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Session 2

9:45-11:00 AM

Accommodations for students using Discovery Education

Explore Discovery Education’s accommodation tools for students, featuring the immersive reader, SOS strategies, and dedicated channels designed to enhance learning and accessibility for all students. – Presented by Kim Perry ( 2-206 )

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Building Reports in Resource & Library Manager – Media Specialists & Destiny Users

Unlock the power of Destiny’s report builder to effortlessly create detailed reports for you and your school’s records, whether it’s textbooks, laptops, or inventory. Imagine the ease of having Destiny do the heavy lifting for you, making record-keeping a breeze. Dive in and discover how this tool can transform your reporting tasks into a seamless experience! – Presented by Wendy Munao ( 2-103 )

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Design, Engage, Assess: Using Canva for meaningful assessments

In today’s classrooms, assessments are no longer limited to traditional quizzes and tests. With Canva for Education’s newest tools, educators have an opportunity to transform how they approach all types of assessments—from formative snapshots and summative evaluations to interactive, gamified challenges and project-based learning showcases. This session will guide you through how Canva’s latest features, including AI-powered options, can elevate your assessment strategies, foster engagement, and provide more meaningful feedback for students. – Presented by Janice Wintermyer ( 2-214 )

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Effective Classroom Procedures

Join us for an interactive session on organizing your classroom with rotuines and procedures. In this session, you will learn about the hallmarks of effective classroom procedures, examine your classroom for strengths and areas of need, and create procedures to make sure your classroom runs smoothly! – Presented by Suzanne Power ( 2-208 )

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Embarking on Your First Safari Through AICE General Paper – AICE (Yr1-3) Teachers

This session will focus on understanding the AICE General Paper syllabus and core course content. Teachers will understand the examination and rubric expectations, analyze practice tests and student samples, and practice embedding AICE resources into their grade-level English curriculum. This training is designed for teachers with less than 3 years of experience teaching the course.  – Presented by Julia Genkinger ( 2-110 )

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Enhancing Vocabulary and Collaboration in the Social Studies Classroom – 6-12 Teachers

Join us on an expedition where we delve into the world of vocabulary development and collaborative learning strategies! This professional learning session will equip you with innovative techniques to foster a rich, interactive learning environment that encourages student engagement and teamwork while practicing with content vocabulary. – Presented by Kate Ems ( 2-117 )

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Excel

Gain a solid foundation in Excel by learning essential terminology, navigation techniques, data manipulation, and formatting skills. Attendees will practice working with data in tables, navigating efficiently using keyboard shortcuts, and manipulating views by hiding/showing rows and columns, sorting, filtering, and using slicers. Additionally, the session will introduce conditional. Pivot tables and charts will be covered to summarize and analyze data effectively. – Presented by Sally VanDereedt ( 2-215 )

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Exploring the Wild: Effective Small Groups in MS Math – 6-8 Math Teachers

Step into the untamed wilderness of middle school math and discover the power of small group instruction! In this adventurous session, we will delve into strategies and techniques that transform your classroom into a dynamic learning environment. Learn how to create and manage small groups that foster collaboration, enhance student engagement, and improve mathematical understanding. Whether you’re navigating through algebraic jungles or geometric savannas, you’ll gain practical insights and tools to guide your students on their mathematical journey. Join us for an exciting exploration and leave ready to implement effective small group practices in your MS math class! – Presented by Natasha Nicholas ( 2-115 )

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How to Create and Design PL – Teacher Leaders & Academic Coaches

Interested in expanding your professional toolkit to design and deliver professional learning? This session will explore core principles of designing engaging professional learning, using “Instructor-Led, Participant Centered Training” framework. Come join us to learn how you can adapt strategies you’ve used in your classroom to maximize professional learning for adult learners, too! – Presented by Jacob Power & Dana Miller ( 2-209 )

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Journey to Excellence: Progressing through the Safari with Geo Pegboards – 6th-Geo Math Teachers

Join us on an exciting jungle trek as we explore the progression of Peg Boards from grades 6 through Geometry. Discover how these versatile tools help students visualize geometric shapes, understand spatial relationships, and make connections across different grade levels. Gain practical strategies to enhance your teaching toolkit and lead your students on their mathematical journey with confidence and creativity! – Presented by Brandon Comeau ( 2-116 )

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Safari Speak: ESE Strategies for K-5 Oral Language Development

Embark on a safari adventure as we explore effective ESE strategies for enhancing oral language development in the K-5 general education classroom. This session will equip you with practical techniques to set yourself up for success by preparing for students with disabilities. Discover diverse learning and instructional modalities that will help create an inclusive environment where all students can thrive. Join us for an exciting journey and leave ready to lead your classroom with confidence and creativity! – Presented by ESE Department ( 2-212 )

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Lego 9-12 – 9-12 Science Teachers

The ability to grasp abstract scientific phenomena can be difficult for students, but it doesn’t have to be! In this session, participants will learn how to make science visible through the utilization of LEGO® Education solutions to teach Florida’s science standards. Through high interest and relevant topics, teachers will learn how they can help support their students in learning science concepts with our iconic LEGO® bricks! – Presented by Jen Abbott ( 2-108 )

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Safari Adventures: Navigating the Terrain of Analyzing vs. Identifying – 6-12 ELA & Reading Teachers

This professional learning session is designed to help 6th-12th grade teachers distinguish between the skills of analyzing and identifying as outlined in the Florida B.E.S.T. benchmarks. Participants will explore the nuances of these two critical skills, understand their importance in the ELA curriculum, and learn effective strategies to teach and assess them in the classroom. – Presented by Margie Almeida
Jamie Spooner ( 2-111 )

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Safari Stack Adventure: Unleashing the Power of Cup Stacking in Physical Education – PE Teachers

Embark on a thrilling journey through the wild world of cup stacking designed specifically for K-12 physical education teachers. “Safari Stack Adventure” will take you on an exciting expedition where you’ll discover how this engaging and dynamic activity can enhance students’ physical and cognitive skills. Get ready to stack, learn, and explore the wild side of physical education! – Presented by Robert Santoro ( 2-114 )

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Safari Stomp: Energizing Classroom Learning Through Movement

Get ready to move! This session will introduce awesome strategies to get your classrooms buzzing with activity. Whether you’re teaching Kindergarten or 12th grade, adding movement can make learning stick like never before. Forget the boring “sit and get” routine—this session will be interactive, engaging, and packed with movement for an unforgettable learning experience! – Presented by Julie Ann Moore ( 2-211 )

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Safari Surveillance: Aggressive Monitoring Strategies for the Classroom

Join us for an insightful professional development session on Aggressive Monitoring during lessons. This training will delve into the critical differences between regular monitoring and aggressive monitoring of students.
While regular monitoring involves observing students’ progress and providing occasional feedback, aggressive monitoring is a proactive approach that includes frequent, targeted checks for understanding, immediate corrective feedback, and strategic questioning to ensure all students are engaged and mastering the content. This session will equip educators with practical strategies to implement aggressive monitoring effectively, fostering a more dynamic and responsive classroom environment. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your teaching practice and support student success! – Presented by Angelia Thomas ( 2-210 )

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Shift Your School’s Environmental Stewardship Culture: Interdisciplinary Everglades Curriculum and 6-12 Champions Program – 6-12 Teachers

For the next generation to join in our efforts to protect and restore the precious Everglades ecosystem, students need to understand its history, environmental challenges, connection to Florida’s economy, and solutions for restoration. Learn more about the Everglades Literacy Program, which provides schools and individual classrooms with professional development, free curriculum and resources, a designated Everglades Champion Schools Program, and one-on-one support. During this session, we will share an overview of the free, standards aligned, 6-12 Everglades curriculum and resources. – Presented by Alyssa Saldarriaga/ Beth Bonvie ( 2-109 )

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Session 3

12:05-1:20 PM

9-12 Make Science Stick: Active Learning Strategies for Student Engagement – 9-12 Teachers

In this dynamic professional development session, high school science teachers will explore innovative active learning strategies designed to enhance student engagement and retention. Participants will delve into practical techniques that make science concepts more accessible and memorable for students. – Presented by Beth Bonvie ( 2-109 )

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Canvas Expedition: Beyond the Basics

Embark on a thrilling safari adventure as we delve deeper into the wilds of Canvas. Designed for educators and tech enthusiasts who are ready to move beyond the basics, this session will delve into advanced features and innovative uses of Canvas to enhance your teaching and learning experience. Discover how to leverage powerful tools, customize your courses, and engage your students in new and exciting ways. Join us for an exhilarating exploration that will leave you equipped with the skills to navigate and conquer the wilds of Canvas! – Presented by Zulay Garcia ( 2-216 )

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Embark on a Canvas Safari: Discover the New Layout

Join us on an exciting safari adventure as we explore the new and improved Canvas layout! This session will guide you through the lush landscapes of Canvas, showcasing the new layout and enhancements it provides designed to make your teaching journey smoother and more engaging. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or new to the Canvas terrain, you’ll want a peek at this new look to kick off the new year in style. Get ready to navigate the wilds of Canvas with confidence! – Presented by Zulay Garcia ( 2-216 )

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Exploring Task-Based Planning in the Wild (for High School Social Studies Teachers) – 9-12 Teachers

Discover the goals of task-based planning and how it can transform your teaching practice while exploring a variety of task-based activities and how to effectively implement them in your classroom. – Presented by Kate Ems ( 2-117 )

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Exploring Task-Based Planning in the Wild (for Middle School Social Studies Teachers) – 6-8 Teachers

Discover the goals of task-based planning and how it can transform your teaching practice while exploring a variety of task-based activities and how to effectively implement them in your classroom. – Presented by Jewel Edwards ( 2-118 )

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Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students

Are you ready to transform your teaching approach and inspire your students to embrace challenges? Sign up for an engaging and interactive professional learning session on Fostering a Growth Mindset in the Classroom! You will walk away with proven strategies to cultivate a growth mindset among students, techniques to encourage resilience and perseverance, and ppractical activities to integrate growth mindset principles into your daily teaching. – Presented by Julie Ann Moore ( 2-211 )

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Gale & World Book Basics- Research, Citation, & Choice Boards – Media Specialists & All Teachers

Explore the world around you using Gale in Context and World Book. Learn how your students can use a safe place to find answers, practice research skills, explore interests, cite resources properly, and explore choice boards. – Presented by Wendy Munao ( 2-103 )

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Journey to Excellence: Progressing through the Safari with Algebra Tiles – 6th-Geo Math Teachers

Join us on a thrilling jungle expedition as we explore the progression of Algebra Tiles from grades 6 through Geometry. Discover how these versatile tools can help students visualize and solve equations, understand abstract concepts, and make connections across different grade levels. Gain practical strategies to enhance your teaching toolkit and lead your students on their mathematical journey with confidence and creativity! – Presented by Brandon Comeau ( 2-116 )

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Making Small Group Instruction Work With the Modern Classroom

Are you curious about how the “Modern Classroom Project” can be used to build a student-centered learning routine that allows you to prioritize learning time with small group instruction? This session will introduce you to the core principles of the “Modern Classroom” project, and give you actionable steps you can implement over the summer to make your classroom “Modern Classroom-Ready” when you return in August! – Presented by Jacob Power ( 2-209 )

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Math Explorers: Creating Thinking Classrooms – 6-8 Math Teachers

Embark on a thrilling safari adventure as we explore innovative strategies for building thinking classrooms in math. This session will guide you through dynamic and engaging techniques that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Discover how to create an environment where students actively participate and think deeply about mathematical concepts. Join us for an exciting journey and leave equipped to transform your math classroom into a vibrant learning safari! – Presented by Ashley Ankrom ( 2-115 )

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OneDrive/Mail/Calendar

Learn how to efficiently use Outlook for managing emails and calendars, along with mastering OneDrive for seamless file sharing. The session will cover organizing inboxes and setting up rules. Attendees will also explore calendar functionalities, including scheduling meetings, setting reminders, and sharing calendars with colleagues. Additionally, the training will demonstrate how to store, share, and collaborate on files using OneDrive, ensuring participants can work effectively and stay organized across all Microsoft tools. – Presented by Sally VanDereedt ( 2-215 )

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Transform traditional assignments & capture student learning with Canva

In this hands-on workshop, participants will be guided through ways Canva can support what you’re already doing in your classroom and transform your traditional projects and assignments. We will explore how students can use Canva to demonstrate their understanding of the topic through visually engaging materials. – Presented by Janice Wintermyer ( 2-214 )

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True Colors

True Colors® is a workshop that helps participants identify their color spectrum and distinguish their strengths, values, joys, motivations, and personality styles. The session includes interactive activities where participants reflect on personal style, explore ideas with colleagues, and discuss working well or having conflict with people of different styles. – Presented by Rebecca Petrie & Lucy Bravo (EASL) ( 2-208 )

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Vocabulary in the 6-8 Science Classroom – 6-8 Science Teachers

Join us on an expedition where we delve into the world of vocabulary development and collaborative learning strategies! This professional learning session will equip you with innovative techniques to foster a rich, interactive learning environment that encourages student engagement and teamwork while practicing with content vocabulary. – Presented by Jen Abbott ( 2-108 )

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Where Words Grow Wild: A Jungle Poetry Experience – 6-12 ELA & Reading Teachers

This session will guide participants through the wild terrain of analyzing and interpreting complex texts. Together we will track the progression of the BEST standard from 6th to 12th grade focusing on the key skills required to meet this benchmark. – Presented by Margie Almeida
Jamie Spooner ( 2-111 )

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Wilderness Wonders: TPR for ELL Excellence

Join us for an interactive professional development session designed to empower educators with the tools and techniques of Total Physical Response (TPR) to effectively support English Language Learners (ELLs) in the classroom. TPR is a dynamic instructional strategy that combines language learning with physical movement, making it an engaging and effective approach for students at all proficiency levels.  – Presented by Wendy Turner ( 2-114 )

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Writers of the Wild: Leading the Pack in AICE General Paper – AICE 4+ years Teachers

This session will focus on how to develop unique resources that enrich the course content and align with the syllabus. Teachers will conduct a deep analysis of sample student products and scoring practices in comparison to rubrics and mark schemes to evaluate their own teaching practices and reduce formulaic written responses. This training is a collaborative experience designed for teachers with more than 3 years of experience teaching the course who are looking to enhance the rigor and intention in their instructional practice – Presented by Julia Genkinger ( 2-110 )

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Session 4

1:25-2:40 PM

6-8 Make Science Stick: Active Learning Strategies for Student Engagement – 6-8 Teachers

In this dynamic professional development session, middle school science teachers will explore innovative active learning strategies designed to enhance student engagement and retention. Participants will delve into practical techniques that make science concepts more accessible and memorable for students. – Presented by Beth Bonvie ( 2-109 )

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Safari Secrets: ESE Classroom Management Strategies

Join us on a safari expedition to explore effective ESE strategies for classroom management in the classroom. Discover practical techniques to create an inclusive and well-managed environment where all students can thrive. Gain valuable insights to lead your classroom with confidence and creativity! – Presented by ESE Department ( 2-212 )

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Design, Engage, Assess: Using Canva for meaningful assessments

In today’s classrooms, assessments are no longer limited to traditional quizzes and tests. With Canva for Education’s newest tools, educators have an opportunity to transform how they approach all types of assessments—from formative snapshots and summative evaluations to interactive, gamified challenges and project-based learning showcases. This session will guide you through how Canva’s latest features, including AI-powered options, can elevate your assessment strategies, foster engagement, and provide more meaningful feedback for students. – Presented by Janice Wintermyer ( 2-214 )

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Health Champions

TBD – Presented by Jason Barela & Mark Dionisio ( 2-208 )

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Journey through the Jungle: Effective Small Group Strategies for Secondary Students – 6-12 ELA & Reading Teachers

Set off on an exhilarating safari through the educational landscape, where you’ll uncover the secrets to crafting dynamic and engaging small group instruction. Participants will explore a terrain filled with flexible grouping, clear objectives and roles, structured routines, using data, and differentiated instruction. Let’s navigate this exciting terrain together! – Presented by Margie Almeida
Jamie Spooner ( 2-111 )

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Journey to Excellence: Progressing through the Safari with Geo Pegboards – 6th-Geo Math Teachers

Join us on an exciting jungle trek as we explore the progression of Peg Boards from grades 6 through Geometry. Discover how these versatile tools help students visualize geometric shapes, understand spatial relationships, and make connections across different grade levels. Gain practical strategies to enhance your teaching toolkit and lead your students on their mathematical journey with confidence and creativity! – Presented by Brandon Comeau ( 2-116 )

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Making Small Group Instruction Work With the Modern Classroom

Are you curious about how the “Modern Classroom Project” can be used to build a student-centered learning routine that allows you to prioritize learning time with small group instruction? This session will introduce you to the core principles of the “Modern Classroom” project, and give you actionable steps you can implement over the summer to make your classroom “Modern Classroom-Ready” when you return in August! – Presented by Jacob Power ( 2-209 )

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Math Explorers: Creating Thinking Classrooms – 6-8 Math Teachers

Embark on a thrilling safari adventure as we explore innovative strategies for building thinking classrooms in math. This session will guide you through dynamic and engaging techniques that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Discover how to create an environment where students actively participate and think deeply about mathematical concepts. Join us for an exciting journey and leave equipped to transform your math classroom into a vibrant learning safari! – Presented by Ashley Ankrom ( 2-115 )

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Safari Journals: Mastering Cornell Note-Taking in the Social Studies Classroom – 6-12 Teachers

Help equip your student explorers with the tools needed to capture and organize information. Learn how Cornell notes can be embedded into a student-focused task-based instructional model. – Presented by Trevor Sparacio ( 2-117 )

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Safari Stomp: Energizing Classroom Learning Through Movement

Get ready to move! This session will introduce awesome strategies to get your classrooms buzzing with activity. Whether you’re teaching Kindergarten or 12th grade, adding movement can make learning stick like never before. Forget the boring “sit and get” routine—this session will be interactive, engaging, and packed with movement for an unforgettable learning experience! – Presented by Julie Ann Moore ( 2-211 )

close

Safari Surveillance: Aggressive Monitoring Strategies for the Classroom

Join us for an insightful professional development session on Aggressive Monitoring during lessons. This training will delve into the critical differences between regular monitoring and aggressive monitoring of students.
While regular monitoring involves observing students’ progress and providing occasional feedback, aggressive monitoring is a proactive approach that includes frequent, targeted checks for understanding, immediate corrective feedback, and strategic questioning to ensure all students are engaged and mastering the content. This session will equip educators with practical strategies to implement aggressive monitoring effectively, fostering a more dynamic and responsive classroom environment. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your teaching practice and support student success! – Presented by Angelia Thomas ( 2-210 )

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Translation Tools

Join us for an interactive session on translation tools. We’ll explore how to use PowerPoint on the Web for live translation in conjunction with the Edge browser’s capability to read aloud text. We will also explore Teams and Outlook for translating communications, and more native functionality in Word and OneNote. Use the tools you already have to bring your content to life. – Presented by Sally VanDereedt ( 2-215 )

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Vocabulary in the 9-12 Science Classroom – 9-12 Science Teachers

Join us on an expedition where we delve into the world of vocabulary development and collaborative learning strategies! This professional learning session will equip you with innovative techniques to foster a rich, interactive learning environment that encourages student engagement and teamwork while practicing with content vocabulary. – Presented by Jen Abbott ( 2-108 )

close

Wilderness Wonders: TPR for ELL Excellence

Join us for an interactive professional development session designed to empower educators with the tools and techniques of Total Physical Response (TPR) to effectively support English Language Learners (ELLs) in the classroom. TPR is a dynamic instructional strategy that combines language learning with physical movement, making it an engaging and effective approach for students at all proficiency levels.  – Presented by Wendy Turner ( 2-114 )

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