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Welcome to the 2025 Upstate Technology Conference!

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Tuesday, July 15
 

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.
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Anjosia Ellerbe

Instructional support, Greenville County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
211
  AI Tools   Google   Or Something Else Awesome!

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
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
AE

Anjosia Ellerbe

Instructional support, Greenville County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
211
  AI Tools   Google   Or Something Else Awesome!

11:00am EDT

Enhance Reading Skills While Researching With PebbleGo
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
211
Have you seen the new PebbleGo K-2 and PebbleGo Next 3-5 databases offered to SC residents through Discus? Each database was selected for educators to provide content to meet student and curriculum topic needs. The informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy support for students of all abilities boosts engagement and fosters independent learning and reading in core subject areas. Come explore how these FREE resources are building curious learners. Students’ end product examples will be shared and lesson plan templates to immediately use with your students.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Robyn Prince

Robyn Prince

Capstone
Keri Reaney has extensive experience as an educator including roles as a teacher, media specialist, and Instructional Technology Adjunct Trainer. She is from Greenville, SC where she works remotely as a Customer Success Specialist for Capstone Publishing. Capstone provides digital... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
211
  Apps of Web 2.0 Tools   Chromebooks   iPad   Promethean   Or Something Else Awesome!

12:45pm EDT

Unlocking the Power of Desmos: Effective Strategies for Engaging 8th Grade Math Instruction
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
211
In this session, I will share effective strategies for leveraging Desmos in the 8th-grade math classroom to enhance student engagement and deepen understanding of mathematical concepts. As an advocate for innovative teaching practices, I believe that harnessing technology like Desmos can transform the learning experience and empower students to take ownership of their mathematical journeys.
Session Resources
Speakers
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Graham Garcia

Middle school teacher, Greenville County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
211
  Apps or Web 2.0 tools

2:00pm EDT

Unlocking the Power of Desmos: Effective Strategies for Engaging 8th Grade Math Instruction
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
211
In this session, I will share effective strategies for leveraging Desmos in the 8th-grade math classroom to enhance student engagement and deepen understanding of mathematical concepts. As an advocate for innovative teaching practices, I believe that harnessing technology like Desmos can transform the learning experience and empower students to take ownership of their mathematical journeys.
Session Resources
Speakers
GG

Graham Garcia

Middle school teacher, Greenville County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
211
  Apps or Web 2.0 tools

3:15pm EDT

Enhance Reading Skills While Researching With PebbleGo
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
211
Have you seen the new PebbleGo K-2 and PebbleGo Next 3-5 databases offered to SC residents through Discus? Each database was selected for educators to provide content to meet student and curriculum topic needs. The informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy support for students of all abilities boosts engagement and fosters independent learning and reading in core subject areas. Come explore how these FREE resources are building curious learners. Students’ end product examples will be shared and lesson plan templates to immediately use with your students.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Robyn Prince

Robyn Prince

Capstone
Keri Reaney has extensive experience as an educator including roles as a teacher, media specialist, and Instructional Technology Adjunct Trainer. She is from Greenville, SC where she works remotely as a Customer Success Specialist for Capstone Publishing. Capstone provides digital... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
211
  Apps of Web 2.0 Tools   Chromebooks   iPad   Promethean   Or Something Else Awesome!
 
Wednesday, July 16
 

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
HG

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

9:45am EDT

Tech Tools for Teaching Multilingual Learners
Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am 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
HG

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

12:15pm EDT

Enhance Reading Skills While Researching With PebbleGo
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
211
Have you seen the new PebbleGo K-2 and PebbleGo Next 3-5 databases offered to SC residents through Discus? Each database was selected for educators to provide content to meet student and curriculum topic needs. The informational articles, ready-made activities, and literacy support for students of all abilities boosts engagement and fosters independent learning and reading in core subject areas. Come explore how these FREE resources are building curious learners. Students’ end product examples will be shared and lesson plan templates to immediately use with your students.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Robyn Prince

Robyn Prince

Capstone
Keri Reaney has extensive experience as an educator including roles as a teacher, media specialist, and Instructional Technology Adjunct Trainer. She is from Greenville, SC where she works remotely as a Customer Success Specialist for Capstone Publishing. Capstone provides digital... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
211
  Apps of Web 2.0 Tools   Chromebooks   iPad   Promethean   Or Something Else Awesome!
 
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