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Thursday, March 6
 

9:00am CST

All Write, All Write, All Write: Saving Writin' in an AI Infused World
Thursday March 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
Our kids already can't write. Now, AI is writing for them across most digital platforms. How do we make up for all the lost reps? How do we preserve writing ability in an AI-infused world? In this Matthew McConaughey-inspired session (...lemme tell you somethin' about writin' ), we’ll answer these questions with 5 policies, strategies, and tools that make it easy and fun to embed high-quality writing practice in any content area.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Sparks- Short Answer

Adam Sparks- Short Answer

Short Answer
I taught English and Social Studies for 7 years in Nebraska, China, and Chicago and recently finished my master's in Learning Design and Technology at Stanford. At Stanford, my work focused on the intersection of writing instruction, formative assessment, and peer feedback. I now... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

12:45pm CST

Digital Well-Being: Tackling Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
With social media's prevalence and documented impact on youth well-being, students are more vulnerable than ever to the effects of constant digital connectivity. Educators are critical in helping students navigate these challenges and develop healthier tech habits. We will explore lessons designed to support teens in building self-agency and practicing mindfulness around tech use. Join us as we learn practical strategies that empower students to thrive in today's digital world.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Vinter

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Education
Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Instructional Tools, Digital Citizenship

1:45pm CST

Building Media Literacy in the Age of AI
Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
In a world where AI rapidly generates content, students need media literacy skills to critically evaluate information, spot disinformation, and recognize bias. This session equips educators to help students develop essential dispositions and strategies to foster curiosity and skepticism. Educators will gain practical approaches and resources to build students' capacity for thoughtful media consumption, including understanding the influence of algorithms.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Vinter

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Education
Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Professional Development

3:00pm CST

Rethinking Smartphones in School: Discovering Device-Free Strategies
Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
This session explores the potential benefits of limiting personal devices in schools, including enhanced social interaction, improved academic focus, and a stronger sense of belonging. Participants will review current research on the impact of smartphones on schools and youth well-being, examine various implementation plans, and discover resources to engage all stakeholders in decision-making. Gain practical strategies and insights to assess whether a smartphone-free environment aligns with your school or district's needs.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Vinter

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Education
Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Professional Development, Digital Citizenship

4:00pm CST

20 Techy Tidbits from a High School Math Teacher
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
Come listen to 20 Techy Tidbits that I use on a regular basis in my high school math classroom. Most tools are available for free to some degree but a few of the tools are paid. Walk away with a new perspective on how you can use some resources you're probably already using and maybe learn about a new tool. Topics include: Schoology (or other LMS), Kahoot, Quizlet, Quizizz, Nerdle, Desmos, Classroom Screen, IXL, Pixel Art with Google Sheets, Daily Agendas with Google Slides, Plan Book with Google Docs, Class Announcements with Canva.

Link to presentation.
Speakers
avatar for Markie Dinkel

Markie Dinkel

9th Grade Math Teacher, Seaman High School
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Instructional Tools
 
Friday, March 7
 

8:00am CST

Supercharge Your Classroom and Revolutionize Your Feedback Loop
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
Get ready to embark on an adventure into the future of education! Come join this interactive session on Class Companion, the AI-powered teaching assistant that will revolutionize your feedback process and supercharge your students' writing skills by providing instant, personalized feedback on written assignments, freeing up teachers' time and empowering students to become independent learners.

ClassCompanion.com
Speakers
avatar for Cinnemon Buie

Cinnemon Buie

Coordinator, Gardner Edgerton School District
Cinnemon is currently the Secondary Technology Integration Coordinator and District Assessment Coordinator in the Gardner Edgerton School District. She holds Masters Degrees in both Educational Administration and Instructional Design and Technology from Emporia State University, as... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Instructional Tools, Class Companion

9:00am CST

Reading, Math, and Robots! Oh My!
Friday March 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
Explore hands-on strategies that enhance literacy through storytelling with robots, make math come alive with interactive problem-solving, and dive into the basics of coding in a fun, accessible way. Collaborate with fellow educators to learn and share creative lesson ideas, all while fostering a tech-savvy mindset in your students.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Love

Melissa Love

K-4 STEAM Teacher, Vermillion Elementary School-USD 266
Friday March 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  STEM

10:00am CST

Book Taco! A New Way to Read!
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
If you are looking for something different to use with students and more cost effective for schools besides Accelerated Reader or Reading Counts, this session is for you! You will be introduced to Book Taco, a web-based reading program that will have students interacting with books in new, engaging and rigorous formats.
Book Taco is a reading management platform that helps teachers assess, motivate, and manage student reading. Give Book Taco a try...you just might like it!
Speakers
avatar for Pamela Curtis

Pamela Curtis

K-5 Librarian, Manhattan-Ogden USD 383
Hey! I'm so excited to make a connection with you. I'm the wife of a HS counselor and the mom to a wild third grader and we all LOVE our KSU Cats! I'm one of those people who thought life REALLY begins at 50! I was chugging along as a JH & HS English teacher and thought... what's... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Instructional Tools, Book Taco

11:00am CST

Teacher Tech Tips (REPEAT)
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
In this session you'll walk away with tips to help you utilize Microsoft and Google Tools to create lessons. Plus a wide range of tools to engage students.
Speakers
avatar for Jenica Stock

Jenica Stock

5th grade teacher, Washington Elementary School
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room
  Google Tools
 
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