UTC 2025: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2025 Upstate Technology Conference!

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8:30am EDT

Amplify Student Voice & Choice

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Media Center

Teaching students how to amplify their voices to create student choice opportunities in their own education is crucial. Come learn how to transform some of the tech tools you already use in the classroom (and some new tools too) to teach the standards while amplifying student voices to create student choice opportunities.
Session Resources

Speakers

Dr. Desiree Alexander

Founder CEO, Louisiana

Dr. Desiree Alexander is an award-winning, multi-degreed educator, speaker, and author who has been in the educational field since 2002. She is the Founder CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, LLC and the Deputy Director for the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana. She... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Media Center

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Class Website #GlowUp Part 1

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

203

PART 1 of 2: Most educators have some kind of online platform or website through which they communicate with parents, post newsletters, or share pictures. But what if we turned that website into a hub of information and resources that could be used in the classroom and at home - for students and parents?! Join me as we discuss the importance of engaging design and give your class website a "glow-up." We'll be creating unique designs for your individual website theme through Canva, building pages on Google Sites, and adding unique resources for students. Because of the wealth of content included in this session, Attendees should plan for a fun, fast-paced, hands-on approach to incorporating technology in everyday education.
Session Resources

Speakers

Sela C Estelle

Elementary Teacher, Greenville County

Sela is a fifth grade teacher in Greenville County Schools with a graduate degree in educational technology. Through her small business, she works to help bridge the gap between educational resources and high-quality graphic design. She supports educators by creating resources with... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
203

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

AI at Your Service: Simplifying Teacher Prep with Smart Prompts

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

234

Discover how artificial intelligence can revolutionize your lesson planning and classroom preparation. This session will show educators how to save time, spark creativity, and boost efficiency by leveraging AI tools. Learn how to create specific prompts to guide AI in generating lesson plans, activities, and personalized resources that meet your unique classroom needs.
X: @GTkids_Teacher
Instagram: @gtkids_teacher
Session Resources

Speakers

Wendy Trusty

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
234

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Prompting the Human Before the Machine: Using MagicSchool to Enhance Targeted Instructional Leadership

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

225

AI has the potential to revolutionize professional development, but its effectiveness depends on how we prompt and guide it. This session explores how school leaders can use AI tools to provide teachers with targeted, actionable feedback while maintaining transparency, normed expectations, consistency, and structured observation protocols. Participants will learn how to craft effective AI prompts that align with instructional priorities, ensuring AI serves as a tool to enhance—not replace—human judgment. Real-world examples will demonstrate how AI-driven feedback can support teacher growth, refine instructional practices, and create sustainable professional development opportunities.
Session Resources

Speakers

Will Reeve

Other, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
225

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Creating Fun and Inclusive Learning Adventures with UDL, Canva, Google Apps, and AI!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

211

In this interactive session, participants will discover how to combine the power of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with cutting-edge tools such as Canva, Google Apps, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to foster greater student engagement. The session will focus on practical strategies for modifying existing instructional practices to create a more inclusive, accessible, and engaging learning environment for all students.
Session Resources

Speakers

Anjosia Ellerbe

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
211

AI Tools Google Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Canva + Book Creator = Engaging e-texts

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

233

Imagine being able to give students a textbook that has exactly the right content that they need in order to be successful. Sure, some disciplines have online textbooks, but rarely are they designed to meet all your curriculum needs because every teacher and every classroom situation is different. Whether you are a core content teacher looking for ways to condense information into more palatable chunks for your students or you are a related arts teacher with no textbook, this is for you! In this session, you will learn how to harness the powers of Bookcreator and Canva to build an interactive e-textbook for your classroom that you can customize to your exact needs!
Session Resources

Speakers

Jenna Nicholson

Middle school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
233

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Flipped Classroom Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Beyond the Dictionary: Engaging Multilingual Learners with Digital Word Books

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

219

Words are more than definitions—they’re doorways to understanding! In this interactive session, educators will discover how to use Book Creator to design engaging, multimodal vocabulary books that support multilingual learners. Participants will explore how to integrate text, images, audio, and video to create personalized, interactive word books that build language comprehension and retention.
Session Resources

Speakers

Kate Jinks

Instructional support, Greenville County

Haley Giles

Other, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
219

Chromebooks Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Creating with Canva

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

231

Join this session to learn how to create everything from a field trip flyer to an Instagram reel using Canva and your creativity.
Instagram: @k5watchusthrive
Session Resources

Speakers

Megan Carter

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
231

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Let's Play: Utilizing Games to Increase Academic Achievement and Engagement

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

221

From standards-based games to gamified learning and everything in between, studies have shown that all students can benefit from games! Attendees will leave with gaming strategies ready for immediate implementation in their learning environment.
Instagram: @bvchallenge
Session Resources

Speakers

Jessica Moore

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
221

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Class Website #GlowUp Part 2

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

203

PART 2 of 2: Most educators have some kind of online platform or website through which they communicate with parents, post newsletters, or share pictures. But what if we turned that website into a hub of information and resources that could be used in the classroom and at home - for students and parents?! Join me as we discuss the importance of engaging design and give your class website a "glow-up." We'll be creating unique designs for your individual website theme through Canva, building pages on Google Sites, and adding unique resources for students. Because of the wealth of content included in this session, Attendees should plan for a fun, fast-paced, hands-on approach to incorporating technology in everyday education.
Session Resources

Speakers

Sela C Estelle

Elementary Teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
203

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Digital Breakouts Using Google Forms & Google Sites

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

Media Center

Have you heard of an escape room? Well, help your students escape mundane lessons by creating free digital breakouts to use in your classroom. Come learn how to use Google Forms and Google Sites to create free digital breakout games that encourage collaboration, stimulate problem solving, nurture content knowledge development and have fun while doing it! Break out of the same routine with a free digital breakout.
Session Resources

Speakers

Dr. Desiree Alexander

Founder CEO, Louisiana

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Media Center

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Keepin’ It Reel With Canva

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

201

Canva’s incredible design resources now include tools for video creation, editing. Educators can use these tools to create micro media shorts and reels to target student learning, peer collaboration, and community connections.In this session, we will create a workflow on how to create, edit, and host the impactful videos
Session Resources

Speakers

James Varlack

Instructional support, Texas

James Varlack is a Digital Learning Specialist with McAllen ISD in McAllen, TX. The Digital Learning Team provides instructional technology support for 21,000 students and 1600 teachers and staff. He currently loves eating Sour Patch and connecting with educators on Twitter.

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
201

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Littles Can Collaborate (Even with Digital Tools)

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

202

Are you preparing your young students for the future? How often do you give them the skills and for the future? Our young learners can collaborate, even with digital tools, if given the proper scaffolds. Discover ways to empower collaboration in your classroom using simple and powerful tech tools and best practices as you embark on a collaboration journey in your classroom.
Session Resources

Speakers

Debbie Tannenbaum

Instructional support, Virginia

An educator with over twenty years of experience, Debbie Tannenbaum works each and every day to “transform” learning using technology. During her time in education, she has served both as a classroom teacher in various grades and as an elementary technology coach. Outside of... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
202

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Prompting the Human Before the Machine: Using MagicSchool to Enhance Targeted Instructional Leadership

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

225

Speakers

Will Reeve

Other, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
225

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Creating Fun and Inclusive Learning Adventures with UDL, Canva, Google Apps, and AI!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

211

Speakers

Anjosia Ellerbe

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
211

AI Tools Google Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Canva + Book Creator = Engaging e-texts

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

233

Speakers

Jenna Nicholson

Middle school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
233

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Flipped Classroom Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Future-Ready Learning: Growing Every Student with Discovery Education

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

206

Kick off the school year with Discovery Education and explore how our latest resources help grow every student with engaging, future-focused learning experiences! From career connections to AI-powered assessment tools and exciting new updates, discover innovative ways to support student success today and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to power up your classroom with tools that make learning more meaningful, personalized, and impactful!
Session Resources

Speakers

Pam Inabinett

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
206

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Beyond the Dictionary: Engaging Multilingual Learners with Digital Word Books

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

219

Speakers

Kate Jinks

Instructional support, Greenville County

Haley Giles

Other, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
219

Chromebooks Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Digital Destinations: Virtual Field Trips from your Library or Classroom

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

213

Join this immersive professional development session on virtual field trips! Learn to craft engaging digital expeditions that foster curiosity and maximize educational impact. This session will guide you through planning, hosting, and managing a successful virtual field trip. Imagine taking your students anywhere—from local tourism spots to historical sites like Germany during the Holocaust, or exploring the arts in NYC. With tools like Google Earth, DISCUS, videos, and articles, you can become the tour guide, curating the best stops for your classes. Get ready for an interactive experience as you explore a short virtual field trip and walk away with the steps to plan your next adventure without any expenses!
X: @lindzb1234
Session Resources

Speakers

Lindsay Beaman

Other, Greenville County

Mom and wife who enjoys the outdoors and time with my family. Been in education for 10 years and been a librarian for almost 5 years. I love learning from others so I am always up for brainstorming and sharing great ideas. :)

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
213

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Let's Play: Utilizing Games to Increase Academic Achievement and Engagement

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

221

Speakers

Jessica Moore

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
221

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Littles Can Collaborate (Even with Digital Tools)

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

202

Speakers

Debbie Tannenbaum

Instructional support, Virginia

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
202

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Look at Me! - A Guide to Resource Design

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

203

Companies spend millions of dollars each year on attention-grabbing advertising and logo design. Newspapers incorporate eye-grabbing headlines, and web app designers notice the small details to make your experience engaging and user-friendly. Why shouldn't we, as educators, create our resources with the same motivation? Join me as we look at the elements of graphic design, explore various online platforms, and learn how you can create engaging, high-quality resources for your students!
Session Resources

Speakers

Sela C Estelle

Elementary Teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
203

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Strategies to Assess Prior Knowledge

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

201

Let's explore some ways you can use digital tools to tap into what your students already know before you dive into a new lesson.
Session Resources

Speakers

James Varlack

Instructional support, Texas

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
201

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Leveraging Technology through Leadership in Organizational Structures, Instructional Feedback, and Collaboration with Stakeholders.

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

235

This session will focus on how administrators can leverage technology in how they organize their systems of support for all students, provide effective feedback to teachers, and solicit feedback from the various stakeholders in a school community.
X: @ToddJStafford
Session Resources

Speakers

Todd Stafford

Administrator, Greenville County

Current assistant principal for the Freshman Academy at Greer High School. I'm excited to learn from all of you!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
235

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Social Media

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Future-Ready Learning: Growing Every Student with Discovery Education

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

206

Speakers

Pam Inabinett

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
206

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Managing Websites with Accessibility in Mind

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

236

In light of the ADA title II updated requirements, this session will explore best practices for making websites accessibile and repairing accessibility issues. Websites must be WCAG 2.1 compliant by Spring, 2026,
X: @dmichaelsimmons
Session Resources

Speakers

Michael Simmons

Webmaster, Greenville County

Michael Simmons has been webmaster for Greenville County Schools for 18 years. He is also an educator, certified in secondary science.

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
236

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Mastery Connect for Administrators and Instructional Coaches

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

229

This Mastery Connect session is an intro/refresher for administrators and instructional coaches. We will explore how to view school data and assessments, as well as its many features that can be used to assist users in making data driven, instructional decisions.
Session Resources

Speakers

Stephanie Calloway

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
229

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies

12:15pm EDT

Leveraging AI for Lesson Planning

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

214

Join us as we explore all of the places you can leverage AI in order to build the best lesson plan. Participants will work through several digital tools (EdPuzzle, Quizzizz, Google Classroom, MagicSchools, and more) to find the best supports for building a lesson plan that meet the needs of all learners!
X: @CJIhme
Instagram: @mathwithihme
Session Resources

Speakers

Charlotte Ihme

Instructional Coach, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
214

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

12:15pm EDT

Mastering AI Prompt Writing: Enhancing Communication with Students and Families

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

233

Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT and MagicSchool.ai can revolutionize the way you communicate with students and families. In this session, you’ll learn to craft effective prompts that harness the power of AI to create clear, concise, and engaging messages. Through real-world examples and hands-on practice, participants will explore strategies for generating impactful content, from announcements and instructions to personalized responses. Whether you're new to AI or looking to refine your skills, this session will equip you with the most effective techniques for crafting effective prompts for GenAI tools.
X: @MrsEAedInnovate
Instagram: @mrseaedinnovator
Session Resources

Speakers

Sarah Evanson-Atkinson

Instructional support, Greenville County

I have just completed my 22nd year in education - 15 years as a middle school english teacher and 7 years as an Instructional Coach at Ralph Chandler Middle School. I love this work and I am always looking for ways to make best practice "easier", "simpler", and more streamlined... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
233

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

12:15pm EDT

Google Notebook LM: Your AI Sidekick for Smarter Teaching

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

217

What if you had an AI assistant to analyze student work, summarize topics, and uncover key insights—effortlessly? Google Notebook LM lets teachers upload lesson materials, student work, and more to instantly gain AI-driven insights. It identifies trends, makes connections, and provides citations for accuracy. The Deep Dive podcast feature can even transform materials into an interactive audio experience, letting you listen, learn, and ask questions. Whether simplifying content, exploring data, or streamlining planning, Notebook LM helps you work smarter, not harder. Leave with practical ways to save time and enhance learning!
Session Resources

Speakers

Chelsey Troutman

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

I am a 3rd grade teacher at Brushy Creek Elementary in Greenville County. I am entering my 12th year of teaching. Six of those years were spent teaching 2nd grade. I love incorporating technology into my lessons!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
217

AI Tools Google

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

12:15pm EDT

Gizmos in the Math & Science Classroom

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

Gimzos is an interactive math and science website suitable for elementary through high school. There is a wide range of topics for students' exploration, experimentation, and visualization. Greenville County Schools purchases Gizmos for grades 3-5 in the areas of math and science, and Gizmos are also available for science in the middle and high school grades. This session is intended for teachers new to Gizmos, not for advanced users. We will look at the website's organization, topics, and features, as well as discuss a variety of ideas for classroom use. The presenter is a fifth-grade teacher and will focus mostly on the elementary curriculum; however, middle and high school teachers are also welcome to attend.
X: @JessicaRahn
Instagram: @_rahnsrockets_
Session Resources

Speakers

Jessica Rahn

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

I attended Greenville County Schools and grew up here in Greenville. I graduated summa cum laude from Furman University in 2007 and also completed a Master's in Literacy at Furman University in 2010. I was honored to be selected as a top ten finalist for the 2014/2015 Greenville County... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

Chromebooks Flipped Classroom

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (all of the above)
Subject Area Mathematics, Science

12:45pm EDT

Differentiation with Google Forms

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

Media Center

You've used Google Forms for years...now what? Come learn fast tips, tricks and hacks to use Google Forms in ways you never have before! Learn how to differentiate using branching, password your sections, have your self-grading quizzes work even better and more! Let's go to the next level!
Session Resources

Speakers

Dr. Desiree Alexander

Founder CEO, Louisiana

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
Media Center

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

12:45pm EDT

A Taste of the Metaverse

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

234

Join Ken Morrill, co-founder of The Diner Studio and middle school art and design teacher, to explore how metaverse spaces are transforming STEAM education. Learn how custom virtual environments connect K-12 students, educators, and professionals for interactive, project-based learning. See real-world examples of digital twins and career-connected experiences while discovering best practices for integrating metaverse tools into your curriculum. This session includes a hands-on demo and design session, so bring a laptop or tablet to explore live metaverse experiences. The future of learning is here—be part of it! More details at www.thediner.rocks/utc.
Instagram: @kmorrilldesign, @gxxnar, @thediner.rocks
Session Resources

Speakers

Ken Morrill

Middle School Art Teacher, Greenville County

Ken Morrill has enjoyed working with the students, families, and community partners at Fisher Middle School since 2017 to carry on the fine arts tradition and bring some of his design and tech passions to students who want to explore the wide world of ART+DESIGN all around us. He... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
234

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Flipped Classroom Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects, Arts, Media Specialist, Social Studies, Special Education

12:45pm EDT

EduProtocols: Teach Better, Work Less, Achieve More

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

227

Tired of the same old routines? Ready to boost engagement without reinventing the wheel? EduProtocols are your secret weapon! Join me for a hands-on, high-energy session exploring innovative lesson frames designed with UDL in mind. We’ll dive into practical strategies that enhance the 4Cs—communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking—while making learning fun and accessible. Best of all, you’ll use the tools you already know to streamline planning and maximize student engagement. Walk away with ready-to-use lesson frames that transform your teaching with less effort!
X: @MrColemanBrown
Instagram: @mrcolemanbrown
Session Resources

Speakers

Coleman Brown

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Greenville County Schools (SC)

Believer, Husband, Father of 3, Classroom Teacher for 13 years (K-4, 1st, & 2nd) and just completed my 4th year as a GCS IT Facilitator. I'm currently an Instructional Technology Facilitator with Greenville County Schools. My personal mission statement is to “Love Well, Serve Well... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
227

Google Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

#GCSVisionary Panel with Sela and Sloan

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

203

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring two #GCSVisionaries, Sela Estelle and P. Sloan Joseph. In this interactive forum, our panelists will share their personal journeys, valuable lessons learned, and effective strategies for leveraging technology to build both personal and professional brands. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the panelists by asking questions and sharing their own experiences. This session is designed to inspire and empower educators to pursue professional growth and leadership roles within the education and edtech fields. Get ready to be inspired to connect, learn, and foster a supportive community for educators across the Upstate! Key Takeaways: Insights on overcoming challenges in tech leadership Strategies for personal branding and professional development Interactive Q&A to address participant inquiries and experiences
Session Resources

Speakers

Sela C Estelle

Elementary Teacher, Greenville County

P. Sloan Joseph

Instructional Coach, Hughes Academy

P. Sloan Joseph is an Instructional Coach, Educational Consultant, and keynote speaker from Greenville, SC with over twenty years of experience assisting K-12 public and private school educators. She specializes in the areas of school and classroom culture, student engagement, and... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
203

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Do You Really Know How to Read&Write?

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Media Center

This simply amazing Google Chrome extension will amaze you with what how it can help you and your students! Text-to-speech, Voice Comments, Vocabulary List Builder, Speech Input, Fact Finder, Translator and so much more! You must see this exciting tool for yourself to believe it!
Session Resources

Speakers

Dr. Desiree Alexander

Founder CEO, Louisiana

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Media Center

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Empowering Accessible and Engaging Learning using UDL and Tech Tools

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

202

What opportunities do you provide for your students to share their voices? Are you communicating that their voices matter? How do you create learning experiences that empower learners? In this session, you will learn easy ways using technology tools such as Book Creator, Ludia, Pear Deck and Wixie to give your students opportunities to share their voices in interactive ways.
Session Resources

Speakers

Debbie Tannenbaum

Instructional support, Virginia

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
202

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

The Forgotten Google Tool…Google Docs

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

201

Often overlooked, Google Docs is a surprisingly versatile and powerful tool that can supercharge collaboration, streamline feedback, and foster deeper student engagement in ways you might not have imagined.
Session Resources

Speakers

James Varlack

Instructional support, Texas

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
201

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Catch the AI Wave: A Survey of AI Platforms for Teachers

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

214

AI is advancing at lightning speed, creating waves in the education world, and it can feel overwhelming for busy teachers to stay afloat. In this engaging session, we'll dive into the ocean of AI and explore seven powerful, popular, and user-friendly platforms designed to save teachers time and energy. From lesson planning to grading, discover how these AI tools can transform your teaching practice and help you navigate the waters of modern education. Attendees will get a chance to dip their toes in the water and test out these tools, harnessing the tides of AI to make their teaching life smoother and more efficient!
X: @ShaneRPeek
Session Resources

Speakers

Shane Peek

Instructional support, Greenville County

Shane serves as an Instructional Technology Facilitator with Greenville County Schools where he irons the capes of the true superheroes (teachers). As just one member of a dynamic team, his mission is to grow and equip teachers through professional development, co-teaching, model... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
214

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Leveraging Technology through Leadership in Organizational Structures, Instructional Feedback, and Collaboration with Stakeholders.

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

235

Speakers

Todd Stafford

Administrator, Greenville County

Current assistant principal for the Freshman Academy at Greer High School. I'm excited to learn from all of you!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
235

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Social Media

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Gimme 5!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

218

5 of the best tools on Discovery Education
X: @TJMathO
Instagram: Fe_Steam
Session Resources

Speakers

TJ Olenja

Teacher, Greenville County Schools

STEM Educator and Advocate. I am am passionate about preparing students for success in 21st Century skills by providing authentic learning experiences while removing barriers to equity in STEM education. I enjoy reading and traveling.

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
218

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Mastery Connect for Teachers

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

229

This Mastery Connect session is an intro/refresher for teachers. We will explore how to view class data and assessments, as well as its many features that can be used to assist users in making data driven, instructional decisions.
Session Resources

Speakers

Stephanie Calloway

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
229

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies

3:15pm EDT

Cloze Reading Activities with Google Docs & AI

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

201

This session explores how to create engaging cloze reading activities using Google Docs. Participants will learn how to effectively remove words from a text and provide options for students to fill in the blanks, enhancing their reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Session Resources

Speakers

James Varlack

Instructional support, Texas

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
201

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Empowering Accessible and Engaging Learning using UDL and Tech Tools

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

202

Speakers

Debbie Tannenbaum

Instructional support, Virginia

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
202

*Featured Speaker*

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Mastering AI Prompt Writing: Enhancing Communication with Students and Families

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

233

Speakers

Sarah Evanson-Atkinson

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
233

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Unleash Creativity: 12 AI Image Generator Projects for Tomorrow

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

214

Dive into the world of AI as we explore 12 creative projects your students can start tomorrow using AI image generators. This hands-on workshop will guide you through innovative and engaging activities designed to spark your students' imagination and enhance their learning experience. From crafting unique artworks to visualizing complex concepts, these projects will help you achieve your instructional goals and transform your classroom into a hub of creativity and inspiration.
X: @ShaneRPeek
Session Resources

Speakers

Shane Peek

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
214

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Gimme 5!

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

218

5 of the best tools on Discovery Education
X: @TJMathO
Instagram: Fe_Steam
Session Resources

Speakers

TJ Olenja

Teacher, Greenville County Schools

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
218

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Unlocking Curiosity: Engaging Students with Science & Storytelling

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

206

Get ready to spark curiosity and ignite learning with Discovery Education! In this interactive session, we’ll explore how Experience, Pivot Interactives, Mystery Science, and Mystery Writing bring science to life through hands-on investigations, real-world phenomena, and storytelling. Whether in the science lab or the regular classroom, these tools will empower students to think critically, explore deeply, and make connections across disciplines. Come discover new ways to engage your students and turn every lesson into an adventure!
Session Resources

Speakers

Pam Inabinett

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
206

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Organize Your Drive

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT

216

Do you ever find yourself scrolling through what seems to be a million documents on your Google Drive, and you just can't seem to find what you're looking for? Join this session to learn organizational tips and tricks for Google Drive. Learn how to use the search bar to find almost anything created by anybody. Find out how to make more space and get rid of years of classwork you no longer need. Most importantly, learn how to clean your Drive up so it no longer looks like an endless ocean of files with no end in sight!
X: @tamelaleah
Session Resources

Speakers

Leah Sullivan

Instructional support, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
216

Google

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type General (all of the above)
Subject Area All Subjects