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Wednesday, July 16
 

8:30am EDT

AI and the Law: What Educators Need to Know
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
202
Explore the legal implications and complexities related to AI in our schools with key insight from an educator and an attorney in this informative session. We will discuss privacy concerns, data protection, and compliance with COPPA, FERPA, and other relevant laws. We will also cover copyright, licensing, and ownership issues relevant to educators and students and provide guidance on navigating these challenges responsibly while fostering student innovation and creativity in the classroom.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Rachelle Dene Poth

Rachelle Dene Poth

High school teacher, Pennsylvania
Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Instructional Technology. Rachelle specializes... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
202
  *Featured Speaker*

8:30am EDT

Amplify Student Voice & Choice
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
201
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
avatar for Dr. Desiree Alexander

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
201
  *Featured Speaker*

8:30am EDT

Keepin’ It Reel With Canva
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Media Center
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
avatar for James Varlack

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.
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Media Center
  *Featured Speaker*

8:30am EDT

Tips & Tools for Teaching Multilingual Learners & Students with 504’s & IEPS
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
203
Effective use of technology can create more equitable learning experiences that accelerate the academic outcomes of students who are classified as having specialized learning needs (504s, Special Education, and ESOL). This session will review strategies and tech tools that can help increase student achievement in all grades and subjects. You will need access to a laptop/iPad for this session.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for P. Sloan Joseph

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
203
  *Featured Speaker*

9:45am EDT

AI and the Law: What Educators Need to Know
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
202
Explore the legal implications and complexities related to AI in our schools with key insight from an educator and an attorney in this informative session. We will discuss privacy concerns, data protection, and compliance with COPPA, FERPA, and other relevant laws. We will also cover copyright, licensing, and ownership issues relevant to educators and students and provide guidance on navigating these challenges responsibly while fostering student innovation and creativity in the classroom.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Rachelle Dene Poth

Rachelle Dene Poth

High school teacher, Pennsylvania
Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Instructional Technology. Rachelle specializes... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
202
  *Featured Speaker*

9:45am EDT

Digital Breakouts Using Google Forms & Google Sites
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
201
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
avatar for Dr. Desiree Alexander

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
201
  *Featured Speaker*

9:45am EDT

S.L.A.Y. the Day--Creating Effective Digital Experiences
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
203
Technology is intended to enhance the learning environment. But, sometimes using digital devices results in students being distracted and teachers being disappointed. This session will empower teachers to focus on making small changes that will make a big impact on the digital learning experience.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for P. Sloan Joseph

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
203
  *Featured Speaker*

9:45am EDT

Strategies to Assess Prior Knowledge
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Media Center
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
avatar for James Varlack

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.
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Media Center
  *Featured Speaker*

11:00am EDT

AI in Education: 10 Things to Try and 10 to Avoid
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
202
AI has the power to transform how we teach and learn, offering new opportunities to enhance student engagement and personalize learning experiences. Join me to explore some do's and don't when it comes to AI and then we will dive into some tools to bring to your classroom! Reimagining Learning and the Classroom * Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of education and work. AI is being used to personalize learning, provide feedback, automate tasks, and more which have the potential to improve student outcomes. We need to embrace new ideas and help our students navigate the rapidly changing digital world.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Rachelle Dene Poth

Rachelle Dene Poth

High school teacher, Pennsylvania
Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Instructional Technology. Rachelle specializes... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
202
  *Featured Speaker*

11:00am EDT

Reimagining Classroom Management–Using Tech to Connect
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
203
One of the most effective ways to decrease negative behaviors is through meaningful connections with students. Although this can be a daunting task, technology can make it easier. In this session, participants will learn tech tools that help develop three areas (establishing, maintaining, and restoring relationships), making class time more positive and productive. You will need access to a laptop/iPad for this session.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for P. Sloan Joseph

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
203
  *Featured Speaker*

11:00am EDT

The Forgotten Google Tool…Google Docs
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Media Center
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
avatar for James Varlack

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.
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Media Center
  *Featured Speaker*

12:45pm EDT

Differentiation with Google Forms
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
201
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
avatar for Dr. Desiree Alexander

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
201
  *Featured Speaker*

2:00pm EDT

AI in Education: 10 Things to Try and 10 to Avoid
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
202
AI has the power to transform how we teach and learn, offering new opportunities to enhance student engagement and personalize learning experiences. Join me to explore some do's and don't when it comes to AI and then we will dive into some tools to bring to your classroom! Reimagining Learning and the Classroom * Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world of education and work. AI is being used to personalize learning, provide feedback, automate tasks, and more which have the potential to improve student outcomes. We need to embrace new ideas and help our students navigate the rapidly changing digital world.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Rachelle Dene Poth

Rachelle Dene Poth

High school teacher, Pennsylvania
Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Instructional Technology. Rachelle specializes... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
202
  *Featured Speaker*

2:00pm EDT

Cloze Reading Activities with Google Docs & AI
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Media Center
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
avatar for James Varlack

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.
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Media Center
  *Featured Speaker*

2:00pm EDT

Do You Really Know How to Read&Write?
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
201
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
avatar for Dr. Desiree Alexander

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 →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
201
  *Featured Speaker*
 
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