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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.
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Tuesday, July 15
 

9:45am EDT

Unlocking Creativity and Collaboration: Leveraging Technology to Transform the Math Classroom
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
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
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avatar for Katie Britton

Katie Britton

Instructional support, Pickens County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
215
  AI Tools  Chromebooks  Google

11:00am EDT

Unlocking Creativity and Collaboration: Leveraging Technology to Transform the Math Classroom
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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
avatar for Katie Britton

Katie Britton

Instructional support, Pickens County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
215
  AI Tools  Chromebooks  Google

12:15pm EDT

SOS: Media Driven Instructional Strategy Smackdown
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Join us for SOS: Strategy Smackdown, where the best of the best media-based instructional strategies collide in a high-energy, dynamic showdown! This session will showcase the most effective and innovative techniques sourced from Discovery Education's renowned Spotlight on Strategies (SOS) series. This session will include live demonstrations of 8 different SOS Strategies and participants will vote for the final winner!
Instagram: @sdpctechsavvy
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Katie Britton

Katie Britton

Instructional support, Pickens County
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
215

2:00pm EDT

Unlocking the Power of Magic School AI for Students: Enhancing Learning and Self-Efficacy
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Get ready to explore the exciting world of Magic School AI for students! In our session, we'll focus on how teachers can create safe and engaging student rooms in Magic School AI. Our presenter comes from a district that has been successfully using Magic School AI with students this year, so we’ll share actual student experiences and insights. Join us for a fun discussion on setting up these student rooms to foster personalized learning experiences that boost student confidence and self-efficacy. Whether you're a tech pro or just starting out, this presentation will provide you with practical tips to harness the magic of AI while ensuring a safe environment for your students. Let’s unlock the potential of Magic School AI together!
X: @specialtechie
Instagram: @pam_educoach
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Pam Hubler

Pam Hubler

Instructional support, Berkeley County School District
Pam is an Innovative Learning Coordinator in Charleston, South Carolina with 26 years in education. Google Certified Trainer, Shake Up Learning Team Member, #PD4uandme Twitter Chat Co-moderator, Edtech Blogger and Podcaster.
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
215
  AI Tools

3:15pm EDT

Unlocking the Power of Magic School AI for Students: Enhancing Learning and Self-Efficacy
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Get ready to explore the exciting world of Magic School AI for students! In our session, we'll focus on how teachers can create safe and engaging student rooms in Magic School AI. Our presenter comes from a district that has been successfully using Magic School AI with students this year, so we’ll share actual student experiences and insights. Join us for a fun discussion on setting up these student rooms to foster personalized learning experiences that boost student confidence and self-efficacy. Whether you're a tech pro or just starting out, this presentation will provide you with practical tips to harness the magic of AI while ensuring a safe environment for your students. Let’s unlock the potential of Magic School AI together!
X: @specialtechie
Instagram: @pam_educoach
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Pam Hubler

Pam Hubler

Instructional support, Berkeley County School District
Pam is an Innovative Learning Coordinator in Charleston, South Carolina with 26 years in education. Google Certified Trainer, Shake Up Learning Team Member, #PD4uandme Twitter Chat Co-moderator, Edtech Blogger and Podcaster.
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
215
  AI Tools
 
Wednesday, July 16
 

11:00am EDT

AI In the Classroom
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
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
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Speakers
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Amanda Chackal

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County
Wednesday July 16, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
215
  AI Tools

12:15pm EDT

AI In the Classroom
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
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
AC

Amanda Chackal

Elementary school teacher, Greenville County
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
215
  AI Tools
 
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