UTC 2025: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2025 Upstate Technology Conference!

Registering for a Sched account or selecting classes is for participant convenience only and DOES NOT grant admittance into the conference or individual sessions. All participants must be registered for the conference through Eventbrite and sessions are first-come, first-serve at the conference.

8:30am EDT

Literacy Liftoff: Bringing Back the Love of Reading with Novel Effect

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

237

Let’s dive in and explore how to get ALL early childhood and elementary-age readers engaged with Novel Effect! Are you new to Novel Effect? Come and listen to what this technology can do to enhance the reading environment and to engage your readers! We will explore a variety of books and discuss how additional tech tools can be used to provide CREATIVE and COLLABORATIVE learning experiences.
Session Resources

Speakers

Sarah McKinney

Other, North Greenville University

Carolina Mayer*

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
237

Chromebooks iPad Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Arts, Language Arts, Media Specialist

8:30am EDT

Creating with Canva: Making Engaging Resources for Your Classroom

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

218

Do you want to learn how to make resources that can help make your classroom a more fun and interactive place? Come and learn how you can use Canva to make a variety of resources including centers, slides, and other activities to make your classroom a more fun and exciting place. This is geared toward elementary teachers though it could be applied to higher grade levels as well.
Instagram: nbargueta1
Session Resources

Speakers

Natalie Argueta

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
218

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Unlocking Creativity and Collaboration: Leveraging Technology to Transform the Math Classroom

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

215

In this session, we will explore innovative ways to enhance creativity and collaboration in the math classroom with the support of technology. Attendees will learn how to use—Canva for Education, Book Creator, Generative AI, and more —to foster a deeper understanding of key mathematical concepts. From solving word problems to enhancing vocabulary and encouraging metacognitive thinking, we’ll show how these tools can help students actively engage with math in new and exciting ways.
Instagram: @sdpctechsavvy
Session Resources

Speakers

Katie Britton

Instructional support, Pickens County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
215

AI Tools Chromebooks Google

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Mathematics

9:45am EDT

Literacy Liftoff: Bringing Back the Love of Reading with Novel Effect

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

237

Speakers

Sarah McKinney

Other, North Greenville University

Carolina Mayer*

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
237

Chromebooks iPad Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Arts, Language Arts, Media Specialist

9:45am EDT

Creating with Canva: Making Engaging Resources for Your Classroom

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

218

Speakers

Natalie Argueta

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
218

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Save Valuable Time Using MagicAI for Elementary Science

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

231

Explore how MagicAI can revolutionize elementary science instruction and save you time in planning. MagicAI tools will support students by fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and hands-on inquiry. This session will showcase practical ways to use MagicAI tools to support student investigations, student talk, data analysis, formative assessments, differentiated scaffolds, and scientific reasoning. Walk away with ready-to-use strategies that bring the power of AI into your science classroom while keeping learning interactive and engaging.
Session Resources

Speakers

Katie Dell'Oso

Instructional support, Greenville County

Elementary Science and STEAM Academic Specialist for Greenville County Schools

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
231

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science

11:00am EDT

Unlocking Creativity and Collaboration: Leveraging Technology to Transform the Math Classroom

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

215

Speakers

Katie Britton

Instructional support, Pickens County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
215

AI Tools Chromebooks Google

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Mathematics

11:00am EDT

From Questions to Creations: Teaching Inquiry Skills to 2nd–5th Graders

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

218

Empower young learners to become curious, independent researchers by mastering the art of teaching the inquiry process. In this hands-on, practical class, you’ll learn how to guide 2nd–5th graders through each step of the inquiry process—from formulating questions to presenting their findings. Explore a range of research resources tailored for young learners and gain access to a detailed, step-by-step instructional plan that ensures student success at each stage. Discover innovative ways to integrate instructional technology, helping students create engaging, polished final products that showcase their research. Perfect for educators who want to nurture curiosity, critical thinking, and research skills in their students!
X: @lauraglibrary
Session Resources

Speakers

Laura Griner

Other, Greenville County

My name is Laura Griner. I finished my eleventh year as the librarian at Armstrong Elementary School. This coming school year I will be heading back to middle school as the librarian at Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School. Collaborating with teachers to help students with inquiry... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
218

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks Google Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Media Specialist

11:00am EDT

EdTech Tools for Elementary Science and Social Studies

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

214

Has your routine become a rut? Are you looking for a few fresh ideas for your Science and Social Studies content? Join me for a fast-paced session that surveys ideas with popular EdTech platforms like Discovery Education, Book Creator, Google Earth, Magic School AI, and Canva. A few lesser-known platforms will also be highlighted. My goal is for attendees to leave overflowing with refreshing ideas.
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 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
214

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science, Social Studies

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

12:15pm EDT

Teaching Canva to Elementary Students

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

219

In this PD, Sarah Louie introduces Canva as a fun and easy-to-use graphic design tool to help students create visual projects. Focusing on elementary and middle school teachers/students, Sarah will demonstrate basic features, such as selecting templates, adding text, and inserting images. Sarah emphasizes creativity, encouraging students to experiment with colors, fonts, and images while explaining how to download and share their designs. The goal is to help students build digital literacy, improve design skills, and express themselves visually. Students enjoy Canva over Google these days; consider this session to learn how to inspire students to enjoy projects!
Instagram: canvaintheclassroom
Session Resources

Speakers

Sarah Louie

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
219

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

12:45pm EDT

SNOW DAY!: eLearning Tips and Tricks for the Early Childhood Classroom

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

237

Have you ever watched the ticker on TV or refreshed your screen every hour on the hour to see if your school district has declared a snow day? Obsessively opening your weather app to see that tiny snowflake appear? Or what happens if severe weather requires eLearning for more than a day? Are you and your young students prepared to take your classroom digital? Attend this session to learn a variety of strategies and tools to make the transition to virtual learning as smooth as possible. Be ready to participate in an interactive and engaging hour when we will put these tools to use. We will primarily be using Google Meet, Slides, and Classroom.
Session Resources

Speakers

Amanda Harris

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

My name is Amanda Harris and I am currently starting my 18th year in education, 15 of which have been in the primary classroom. I currently teach at Monarch Elementary in the Greenville County School District and will be in an interventionist position for the 2023-2024 school year... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
237

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks Google

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies

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

IXL: Tips, Navigation, and Differentiation

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

230

This session provides educators and administrators with more information about IXL and its implementation in our schools. IXL is a great tool for differentiation in the classroom (with tools for K-12)! You will learn how to navigate IXL along with important tips and tricks. This will be great for beginners or anyone looking to learn more about IXL.
Instagram: teach.the.littles
Session Resources

Speakers

Kristin Hammett

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
230

Chromebooks Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

2:00pm EDT

Ignite Critical Thinking: Spark Brain Power with Flippity and Canva Whiteboard

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

225

In our classrooms we see students struggle with thinking critically and independently, often relying on surface-level responses rather than engaging in deep thought. This session will explore strategies that fuel critical thinking, enhanced by interactive and dynamic activities designed with Flippity and Canva. Join us as we ignite critical thinking and inspire students to engage with standards-based learning on a deeper level.
X: @MrsAPursley
Session Resources

Speakers

Ashley Pursley

Instructional support, Anderson School District Five

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
225

Apps or Web 2.0 tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (All of the above)
Subject Area Foreign Language, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Special Education

2:00pm EDT

Maximizing Carolina Science Online with Carolina Building Blocks 3D Science Kits

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

231

Discover how to effectively integrate Carolina Science Online with Carolina Building Blocks 3D Science Kits to support hands-on, inquiry-based learning. This session will explore digital resources, interactive tools, and best practices for leveraging the platform to enhance student engagement and deepen understanding of 3D science concepts. Walk away with practical strategies for seamless implementation in your elementary science classroom.
Session Resources

Speakers

Katie Dell'Oso

Instructional support, Greenville County

Elementary Science and STEAM Academic Specialist for Greenville County Schools

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
231

Chromebooks Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science

2:00pm EDT

Boom-Self Checking for Elementary

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

236

Are you seeking SELF-CHECKING (Audio available) targeted literacy center activities, remediation or enrichment tools, review and practice opportunities, or ways to make those e-learning days easier? BOOM, it's here! Learn how to organize folders, find targeted activities, create assignments with a click, and instantly implement them in your classroom to use year after year. Some experience using Google Classroom and Google Slides is strongly encouraged.
Instagram: @_michelle.lynch
Session Resources

Speakers

Michelle Lynch

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

I have taught first grade for 15 years. I taught at AJ Whittenberg for 14 years, and now Buena Vista is my new home. I continuously try to find new ways to keep students engaged during independent work. It must be engaging, effective, and give immediate feedback. I can't wait to share... Read More →

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
236

Chromebooks Google iPad

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics

2:00pm EDT

STEMSTERS to the Rescue: Revolutionizing STEM Education for Elementary Students

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

237

STEM education is crucial for preparing students for the rapidly changing technological world. As educators, it's our responsibility to engage students in meaningful STEM experiences that spark their interest and encourage them to pursue careers in the STEM field. "The STEMSTERS" is a unique and innovative approach to teaching STEM that integrates hands-on learning and fun, making it an ideal solution for elementary students.
Session Resources

Speakers

Leroy Steigerwalt

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
237

Coding/Robotics/STEAM

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science

2:00pm EDT

Merging Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality with your Early Childhood Curriculum

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

239

Step into the future of education with this interactive, hands-on workshop designed specifically for early elementary teachers! In this engaging session, you'll discover how to seamlessly merge Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) into your everyday teaching—making learning more dynamic, immersive, and exciting for young learners. You'll explore powerful, user-friendly tools such as Merge Cubes, ThingLink, TinkerCAD, and the Catchy AR app to bring abstract concepts to life. Imagine students holding the solar system in their hands, stepping inside a 360-degree virtual habitat, or designing 3D models that they can interact with in real-time! What to Expect: Experience hands-on demonstrations of AR/VR tools that require minimal setup Discover engaging lesson ideas that align with core subjects like math, science, and literacy Learn how to implement AR/VR with little to no extra classroom technology Leave with ready-to-use strategies and resources for immediate classroom application No prior experience with AR/VR? No problem! This session is designed for beginners and will empower you with confidence to use these innovative tools right away. Get ready to transform your classroom into an interactive playground where learning jumps off the page and into reality!
Session Resources

Speakers

Melissa Stovall

Elementary school teacher, School District of Pickens County

Brittany Clark

Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
239

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Ignite Critical Thinking: Spark Brain Power with Flippity and Canva Whiteboard

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

225

Speakers

Ashley Pursley

Instructional support, Anderson School District Five

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
225

Apps or Web 2.0 tools

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (All of the above)
Subject Area Foreign Language, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Special Education

3:15pm EDT

Transform Your Routines with Classroom Screen!

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

227

Are you looking for a way to simplify your procedures? Classroom Screen is the perfect solution for elementary teachers! This innovative tool allows you to effortlessly present essential routines to your students. From lunch counts to morning work, interactive graph practice in Math, and even managing noise levels, Classroom Screen has it all. Discover the variety of widgets available and learn how to effectively integrate them into your classroom for a more organized and engaging start to the day. Join us to explore the exciting features of Classroom Screen and make your mornings smoother and more productive!
X: @Alemv80
Session Resources

Speakers

Alejandra Neal

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
227

Apps or Web 2.0 tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

3:15pm EDT

Boom-Self Checking for Elementary

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

236

Speakers

Michelle Lynch

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
236

Chromebooks Google iPad

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics

3:15pm EDT

STEMSTERS to the Rescue: Revolutionizing STEM Education for Elementary Students

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

237

Speakers

Leroy Steigerwalt

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
237

Coding/Robotics/STEAM

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science

3:15pm EDT

Merging Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality with your Early Childhood Curriculum

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

239

Speakers

Melissa Stovall

Elementary school teacher, School District of Pickens County

Brittany Clark

Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
239

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Amping Up Literacy Instruction with AI

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

237

Are you new to AI? Or maybe just looking for effective ways to use it in the classroom? Come join us to explore ways to use artificial intelligence to support your literacy instruction in the elementary classroom. We’ll share practical ways to use AI to create choice boards, writing prompts, rubrics, visuals, and images, design instructional slides, provide feedback, and so much more! Be sure to bring your device for this hands-on session.
Session Resources

Speakers

Sarah McKinney

Other, North Greenville University

Matthew Williams*

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
237

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Tech Tools for Teaching Multilingual Learners

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

211

Discover five powerful and practical websites to enhance your instruction for multilingual learners across all grade levels. As an elementary multilingual learner teacher, I’ll share my go-to digital resources that make teaching more engaging, effective, and accessible for students. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, specialist, or administrator, these tools will empower you to better support multilingual learners in your setting. Bring your computer and get ready to explore these resources hands-on, with tips and strategies you can implement immediately!
Session Resources

Speakers

Haley Giles

Other, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
211

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks Google

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

8:30am EDT

Transform Your Routines with Classroom Screen!

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

227

Speakers

Alejandra Neal

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
227

Apps or Web 2.0 tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

8:30am EDT

Narrative TDW Practice in Google Sites

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

223

In this session, we will explore how to effectively use Google Sites to simulate the SC READY TDW format. This approach is an excellent way to support student sin developing their test-taking skills, ultimately reducing the cognitive load associated with the new format. Join this session to enhance your students' writing skills and incorporate a new EdTech tool!
Instagram: n/a
Session Resources

Speakers

Taylor Willard

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
223

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Google

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Language Arts

8:30am EDT

Folders and Binders Goodbye, Hello GoodNotes!

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

236

Do you have folders or binders weighing you down? Reading groups, faculty meetings, or on-track meetings are much easier to navigate and arrive prepared for. Goodnotes makes your iPad a one-stop shop of information and resources that interfaces seamlessly with your phone, so you're only a click away. Use Goodnotes as a planner, create lifestyle journals, organize and use reading group lesson plans and schedules for groups, and take notes to share instantly. Experience with iPad, PDFs and images, and Google Slides encouraged. Although not required, please load the Goodnotes app onto your iPad to apply and practice simultaneously. Apple Pencil (or a compatible alternative) is not required but encouraged.
Instagram: _michelle.lynch
Session Resources

Speakers

Michelle Lynch

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
236

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Google iPad

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

8:30am EDT

IXL to the Max!

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

234

IXL is a skills-based website that can help students in ALL grades target specific topics and reinforce learning. This session will help you take IXL to the MAX as we explore all of the features available, including instructional videos, state standards alignment, real-time analytics, personalized learning, quizzes, and group jams! Please make sure that your school has purchased or is interested in purchasing a subscription before attending this session. This session could also be appropriate for instructional leaders and administration considering purchasing IXL for their schools. The presenter is a fifth-grade teacher and will focus primarily on the elementary school curriculum, but middle and high school teachers are also welcome to attend.
X: @JessicaRahn
Instagram: @_rahnsrockets_
Session Resources

Speakers

Jessica Rahn

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
234

Chromebooks

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (all of the above)
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics

9:45am EDT

Amping Up Literacy Instruction with AI

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

237

Speakers

Sarah McKinney

Other, North Greenville University

Matthew Williams*

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
237

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner, Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Making E-Learning Meaningful for Primary Grades

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

239

As a Primary teacher, I understand that e-learning can feel a little overwhelming. I am excited to invite you to join our session where we will explore how to make any e-learning day a success for your classroom! During this session, we will cover essential topics such as communication with families, preparation for an e-learning day, setting classroom expectations for using Chromebooks at home, effective apps to utilize, and we will also address any questions you may have.
Instagram: @sotelossunbeams
Session Resources

Speakers

Ashleigh Sotelo

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
239

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

9:45am EDT

Tech Tools for Teaching Multilingual Learners

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

211

Speakers

Haley Giles

Other, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
211

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks Google

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

9:45am EDT

Narrative TDW Practice in Google Sites

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

223

Speakers

Taylor Willard

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
223

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Google

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Language Arts

9:45am EDT

Folders and Binders Goodbye, Hello GoodNotes!

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

236

Speakers

Michelle Lynch

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
236

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Google iPad

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

9:45am EDT

IXL to the Max!

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

234

Speakers

Jessica Rahn

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
234

Chromebooks

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary, Middle, High, General (all of the above)
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics

11:00am EDT

AI In the Classroom

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

215

Discover practical tips and creative tricks for using AI in the elementary classroom to enhance learning and engagement. This presentation will explore ways AI can support lesson planning, personalize student learning, and streamline tasks like generating writing prompts or interactive activities. Learn simple, effective strategies to integrate AI tools while maintaining a fun and student-friendly environment!
X: @Ahuffling
Session Resources

Speakers

Amanda Chackal

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
215

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

Save Valuable Time Using MagicAI for Elementary Science

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

231

Speakers

Katie Dell'Oso

Instructional support, Greenville County

Elementary Science and STEAM Academic Specialist for Greenville County Schools

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
231

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Science

11:00am EDT

Making E-Learning Meaningful for Primary Grades

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

239

Speakers

Ashleigh Sotelo

Early childhood teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
239

AI Tools Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

11:00am EDT

From Questions to Creations: Teaching Inquiry Skills to 2nd–5th Graders

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

218

Speakers

Laura Griner

Other, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
218

Apps or Web 2.0 tools Chromebooks Google Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area Media Specialist

12:15pm EDT

AI In the Classroom

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

215

Speakers

Amanda Chackal

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
215

AI Tools

Target Audience Level Beginner
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

12:15pm EDT

Gizmos in the Math & Science Classroom

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

Speakers

Jessica Rahn

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 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

12:15pm EDT

Teaching Canva to Elementary Students

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT

219

Speakers

Sarah Louie

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
219

Or Something Else Awesome!

Target Audience Level Intermediate
Audience Type Elementary
Subject Area All Subjects

12:45pm EDT

Tech-Infused Storytelling: Unleashing Creativity in First Graders with Mind Mapping, Digital Art, and MagicSchool AI

Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

216

In this session, this session will showcase an innovative approach to storytelling in the first-grade classroom, focusing on the integration of technology through mind mapping, digital art creation, and the use of MagicSchool AI. This engaging method not only enhances students' creative expression but also supports their writing development in a dynamic and interactive way.
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