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Monday, February 25
 

8:00am CST

A Bicycle for the Mind: How Technology Can Empower All Learners for Success
The late Steve Jobs once said that “a computer is like a bicycle for the mind.” Dr. Luis Perez has experienced first hand the power of technology as a tool for empowerment that levels the playing field and allows every learner to realize their full potential. In addition to sharing his personal journey as a learner who has benefited from advancements in technology, in this talk Luis will share some insights from the learning sciences that challenge all educators to think differently about ability and disability in order to create inclusive environments where all learners can find their own “adjustable seats for learning.”
Presenters
avatar for Luis Perez

Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 8:00am - 9:15am CST
Schaumburg East/West (Ballroom)
  Keynote

8:00am CST

Students Who S.A.I.L! The Keys to Fostering a Culture of Innovation
Technology is powerful and now provides our learners with access to inspiration, tools, and a worldwide audience. We can help our learners use technology to make a difference in their communities and in the world. We create positive change makers by ensuring our learning environments foster innovation. Join Shelly Sanchez Terrell as she shares the keys to transforming learning environments into places where students find their drive, harness their most powerful ideas, and are allowed Several Attempts in their Learning (S.A.I.L) to see their ideas begin to blossom.
Presenters
avatar for Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Founder/Author/International Speaker/Teacher Trainer/Elearning Specialist, The 30 Goals Challenge
Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award winning digital innovator, an ESL Specialist with the US Embassy and Georgetown University, and the author of Hacking Digital Learning with EdTech Missions, The 30 Goals Challenge for Teachers: Small Steps to Transform Your Teaching, and Learning... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 8:00am - 9:15am CST
Schaumburg East/West (Ballroom)
  Keynote

9:30am CST

Cultivate Critical Thinking Through Coding
How can we create a new generation of critical thinkers and collaborators? The issues of tomorrow can’t be solved with the ideas of today. In this workshop, Apple Distinguished Educators introduce the Learn to Code curriculum and Swift Playgrounds as a platform to foster critical thinking. 
Moderators
avatar for Cindy Crannell

Cindy Crannell

STEM teacher, River Forest Public School District
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, she started her career as an elementary classroom teacher. After taking a few years off to start a family, she moved outside of the U.S.and has lived in Amsterdam, Netherlands, West Midlands of U.K., Dubai, United Arab Emirates and London, U.K. When... Read More →
avatar for Randy Saeks

Randy Saeks

Network Manager, Glencoe School District 35
Randy is an Apple Distinguished Educator with over 15-years experience supporting EdTech. He has presented at numerous conferences sharing ways the support of EdTech works in conjunction with instructional practices to achieve a full path to new initiatives.

Presenters
avatar for Kasia Derza

Kasia Derza

STEM Educator

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Everyone Can Create- Ignite Creativity with iPad 
Join us to learn about Everyone Can Create, a new program from Apple designed to help unleash the creative potential in every student. In this session, you’ll experience engaging lessons that introduce fundamental skills and techniques in photography, video, music, and drawing using free apps available on iPad. 
Presenters
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Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Go #BeyondCode with Sphero EDU
Programming. It’s kind of a big deal, but there’s more to learn than just logic. Sphero Edu incorporates STEAM activities and the 4Cs – all with Sphero robots. This presentation session is designed to teach individuals about the Sphero Mini, Sphero 2.0 or Sphero SPRK+ robot and how it can be used in many cross-curricular activities promoting STEAM. These activities were created by fellow teachers utilizing little to no coding in order to lessen any sort of intimidation associated with programming as well as to promote activities to younger audiences. Any code-based activities demonstrated are already pre-coded and available FREE online through Sphero EDU to enhance their teaching environment with the power of STEAM.
This is a very hands-on workshop which will have multiple stations for you to float around to as you wish.  I will have at least 15 Sphero SPRK+ robots available for you to connect to, but you will need to use your own device to connect with.  Please download the free Sphero EDU app and create an account (or you can log in with Clever or Google).  The app is available on the App Store, the Mac App Store, Google Play Store, Windows Store, Amazon App Store, and Chrome Store which are all available through here: https://edu.sphero.com/d
Presenters
avatar for Garrett Gross

Garrett Gross

Computer Literacy/Technology Teacher & Coordinator, St. Mary School, IL - Riverside
I love to talk about all things tech, especially Sphero EDU, Augmented Reality, Symbaloo, ClassDojo, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, 3D-Printing, Hour of Code, SCRATCH and so much more!

ICE 2019 Go #BeyondCode with Sphero (1) pdf
Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Google Classroom 101 - Google Edu on Tour
Are you looking to build a community in your classroom? Do you have students who struggle with organization? Would you like differentiation to be a breeze? Did you know that 2018 was the single biggest year of upgrades to Google Classroom? Join us for a hands on session to learn how to create a class, add students, push out and organize assignments in the new Classwork page, differentiate, use the associated Google Calendar and more.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:30am CST

How We Gamified Google Certification Training
After running a sit-and-get Google Certification training in our district, we decided things had to change. So we used free websites, Google Forms and Sheets, and a little creativity to immerse our teachers in a fun, self-paced, gamified Google Certification training system that prepares them for the Level 1 Exam. Come see how we did it, and add a little play to your PD.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →
avatar for Mike Wielgus

Mike Wielgus

Director of Technology Services, Triad CUSD #2
Mike Wielgus just began his 24th year in education and third year as the Director of Technology Services for Triad CUSD #2. Prior to becoming director, he was a full time K-12 Instructional Technology Coach for 3 years. He has led technology in-service trainings in his district for... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Let’s Team Up! Getting started with Microsoft Teams
How do we support teachers and students who are challenged to learn in an increasingly collaborative and mobile environments? Microsoft Teams creates an ideal digital hub for teachers to deliver instruction, enhance learning, and interact in a rich and engaging online space. 
Presenters
avatar for Adam Rummelhart

Adam Rummelhart

Microsoft Learning Consultant, Microsoft
Adam Rummelhart is the Microsoft Learning Consultant for the Chicagoland area. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2013 with a degree in History. He has taught across Chicago in Chicago Public Schools, a charter school and most recently summer school at Lake Forest High School... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Making the LEAP from Library to Learning Lab!
We REvised, REvamp, ENergized our library space to a flexible, open concept exciting hub of our 1:1 Chromebook school! Learning Lab will engage and excite you with Common Core and ISTE aligned, technology rich activities that you can walk away with and use in your classroom tomorrow! We will guide you with our ideas and leave you a BUZZ with exciting lessons surrounding the 4Cs (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity)! We will focus on many topics covering ELA, Math, Social Studies, Information LIteracy, STEM and more! We will engage you in our hot off the presses ideas with Digital Breakouts, Design Thinking, Pear Deck, Book Creator, CoSpaces, Stop Motion Animation, Green Screen Galore, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality creation and more!
Presenters
avatar for Lissa Blake

Lissa Blake

Learning & Technology Instructional Coach, Maercker District 60
Lissa Blake is a K-2 Instructional Technology Integration Coach for the past 15 years in Clarendon Hills, IL. Lissa is a lover of learning, technology and innovation! She enjoys coaching teachers, mentoring students, and communicating with parents. She loves sharing what she has learned... Read More →
avatar for Stephanie Walker

Stephanie Walker

Library Media Specialist

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

9:30am CST

The Power of Servant Leadership
As building and district leaders we strive to be servant-leaders who focuses developing our staffs to feel empowered to try new things and support them to think outside of the box. Through being present in classrooms, building relationships with staff & students, and walking along as learners beside our staff we can empower. Being an active listener, building empathy and developing a community can change the culture of your staffs. Come get ideas to implement immediately.
Presenters
avatar for Kristin Beeler

Kristin Beeler

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland District 135
Instructional technology coach who works with staff to address the needs of teachers to help them achieve the district goal of providing our students with the best 21st century learning experiences. I am a Google Certified Trainer and Apple Foundations Trainer.
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Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Wanna Start an Educator Podcast?
The idea behind podcasting is simple: press record and start talking about anything. But the nitty gritty details behind scripting, recording, post-production, hosting, and publication can be overwhelming. Let’s get real and talk about how you can actually start a podcast tomorrow.
Presenters
avatar for Matt Weld

Matt Weld

SEL Coach, ROE #40
Curious, passionate, and interested in all things education. I've been a teacher, administrator, and tech coach. Currently SEL Coach for ROE #40/SEL Hub 5, leader for www.directionsconference.com, www.teachillinois.org, and Teachers' Classroom podcast. Dad, husband, Google Certified... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Be A Social Media Superhero
Every school needs a Social Media Superhero. The use of social media meets families, community members, and decision makers in a place where they live daily. Find out how to maximize your school’s social media tools (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more) in order to lead, inspire and inform all stakeholders. Social media is a new literacy and our schools leaders have to model that literacy appropriately.
Moderators
avatar for Tasha Newton

Tasha Newton

Elementary Art Educator
I am not afraid to say that I have the best job in the world! I have been teaching elementary art (K-5th) Wisconsin since 2011. I feel truly blessed to teach in a school district that puts so much value in the arts!In 2017 I was honored to receive the Outstanding Art Educator - Elementary... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Joe Sanfelippo

Joe Sanfelippo

Superintendent, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo served as the Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Fall Creek, Wisconsin, for the last 12 years. The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe holds a... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:30am CST

Educated By Design: Design The Space To Cultivate Creative Capacity
In today's world, we have an incredible opportunity to provide students with resources and experiences that will help them develop strong creative and critical thinking skills to solve interesting problems in the world. Opportunities to leverage academic skills and knowledge to practice entrepreneurship in order to create meaningful experiences that can positively impact those around them. In this session I will share what that innovative practice looks like and how it can advance forward to new frontiers that can better prepare our students for a future that is unscripted and unknown.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Cohen

Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:30am CST

Meet the Author: Luis Perez
Join us in the Adventure Threshold for a Question and Answer session with Luis Perez, author of Dive into UDL (ISTE, 2018) and Learning on the Go (CAST, 2018). 
Presenters
avatar for Luis Perez

Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:30am CST

WHAT's THE SCIENCE behind Computer Science in the K12 Classroom?
Robotics and coding are the newest rage! Your mind will be spinning with new ideas of how to seamlessly integrate student-led challenges, aligned to thematic unit literacy activities, while inspiring your student’s critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to their world!
Presenters
KK

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Innovation
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Blazing a Trail for Technology, Making, and Design for the Littles: Preschool-Kindergarten Students

This hands on workshop will walk attendees through specific projects that they as educators can do with Preschool-Kindergarten aged students. These projects can serve as building blocks in the creation of a meaningful introduction to Maker Empowerment, Coding and Technology Design program that incorporates literacy and reading standards for young students, or these projects can serve as additions to an already robust program. Attendees will use a variety of age appropriate robots, apps, and work with LEGOs to build knowledge and experience for introducing these concepts to young students through storytelling. The presenters will also provide examples of other projects attendees can use with their young students, in addition to the hands-on activities they will engage with during the half day workshop.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Beebe
MC

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Imagination
  Workshop (Paid)

9:30am CST

Computer Science Immersion in the Elementary Classroom
Elementary classroom teachers will learn how to add coding into core content areas to enhance student engagement and collaboration using a variety of teaching methods, technologies and manipulatives. The focus will be on providing differentiated ways students can demonstrate their mastery of concepts and big ideas in their learning.
Presenters
avatar for Beth Austin

Beth Austin

I am a first grade ESL teacher who made the switch from the corporate world to teach and inspire the next generations. Last year I added coding into my classroom and watched my students' engagement, collaboration and curiosity explode. My goal is to imbed more coding into my curriculum... Read More →
avatar for Phil Hintz

Phil Hintz

Director of Technology, Gurnee School District 56
Phil Hintz is the Director of Technology for Gurnee School District 56 in Gurnee, Illinois where he has been for the past 12 years. Currently, Phil's district is in their 6th year of a district- wide, 1:1 iPad initiative for all 2400 students and teachers in grades Pre-K through 8... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

9:30am CST

Design Thinking Sprint By: Future Design School
The majority of the workshop is a Design Sprint. Participants will learn the process of design by developing a solution to a common challenge. The session includes techniques for empathizing with a user and ideating solutions. These repeatable methods can be used with students to help them solve real world problems. Along the way, students build their skills in creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking.
Presenters
avatar for Nick Aguina

Nick Aguina

Partnerships Manager, Future Design School
Nicholas works as an Instructional Technology Coach & U.S History teacher at Community High School District 117 in Antioch, IL. He is a former special education teacher and has over 8 years of designing lessons to meet the needs of a group of diverse learners. Nicholas is a Google... Read More →
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Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

9:30am CST

Forming Flashy Fulfilling Formative Assessments (For Free!)
Formative assessments are often misguided or skipped entirely, but these assessments are the key for adjusting and transforming instruction. They provide fast insights to affect immediate in-class learning and data to help plan future instruction. This device-agnostic workshop will dive into Kahoot, Quizizz, Socrative, Pear Deck, Quizlet, and Flippity and how these free and easy to use tools can elicit data in engaging and innovative ways.
Presenters
avatar for Jessica Iovinelli

Jessica Iovinelli

Director for Instructional Technology, Elmwood Park CUSD 401
I am a former music teacher turned tech guru and Google Certified Trainer, leading our district into 1:1 territory not to be cool, but to prepare our students for 21st-century society.

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Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

9:30am CST

Who Wants A BLT? (Balanced Literacy and Technology)
Balancing Literacy and Technology can be a difficult task at all levels! We will share ways to incorporate technology, student choice, and rigorous standards into daily balanced literacy routines. Attendees will leave full of ingredients to make their own BLT!
Presenters
avatar for Meagan Dillon

Meagan Dillon

Literacy Coach, Woodland District 50
Meagan Dillon is currently a literacy coach at Woodland District 50 in Gurnee, Illinois. She has thirteen years of experience at the elementary level as a classroom teacher and instructional leader. She loves seeing teachers reach their literacy goals by providing personal professional... Read More →
avatar for Roshaunda Henson

Roshaunda Henson

Assistant Principal, Zion Elementary District 6
Greetings! Currently, I am an Assistant Principal who loves to empower students, teachers, and parents on a daily basis.  I am a lifelong learner who’s always continuously seeking ways to make learning come alive for all!  Lately, my new found passion is speaking to educators... Read More →

BLT Reading Conference pdf
Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 11:45am CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

9:30am CST

Makey Makey
Limited Capacity filling up
Get ready for a fun hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to teach Invention Literacy, Making, and Design Thinking using the award winning Makey Makey invention kit used by educators in all 50 states and around the world and featured in TED talks. This workshop is new and being delivered throughout the US. You’ll learn best practices and gain access to a multimedia training website that you can use later when you train others or teach the students you serve.
Presenters
avatar for Heather Giles

Heather Giles

Instructional and Technology Coach, Bradley Elementary School District 61
Heather Giles is Bradley Elementary School District 61's Instructional and Technology Coach. This is her first year in the position. Prior to this year, she was the 6th grade Enhanced Technology teacher for Troy 30-C for 5 years. She is ISTE Certified, as well as Google Level 1 and... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 4:00pm CST
Knowledge
  Workshop (Paid)

10:45am CST

Do you STEAM in the K-5 Classroom?
This presentation will explore setting up a STEAM station in the elementary classroom. Explore what supplies could be in a basic structure/kit to support multiple challenges. Incorporating literature to create science, technology, engineering, art and mathematical activities with a list of resources including E-Books. Interactive and content STEAM supports will be explored to fit any educators experience level. Participants will leave with resources to incorporate a simple STEAM Challenge.
Presenters
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avatar for Lisa Ward

Lisa Ward

Content Specialist for Learning Supports, Illinois State University, Normal
Special education educator for 20+ years and currently a content specialist for learning supports with Illinois State University/ISBE. Masters degrees in Special Education and Learning and Technology. My team and I have been creating resources for Illinois teachers for 5 years. As... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Evaluating Technology and Digital Media Use for Early Childhood
Evaluate technology and digital media use for PK-3 classrooms using current research and policies. Join Erikson Institute’s Technology in Early Childhood Center to investigate which technology tools and practices are developmentally appropriate and how to make technology and digital media use high quality. Take home a deeper understanding of how to improve technology integration practices in your early childhood program.

Participants will be guided through evaluating apps and tangible technology tools commonly used in early childhood classrooms. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the Fred Rogers Center’s joint position statement on technology use in early childhood (2012), as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement and technical report on children’s media use (2016) will both be highlighted and will support the participants understanding of technology and digital media use with young children.
Presenters
avatar for Jenna Herdzina

Jenna Herdzina

Program Manager, TEC Center at Erikson Institute
Technology and digital media, early childhood development, civic identity development, social justice and equity!

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Get "Wise" With Google Slides & Drawings!
Learn to Write Inquiry Stories to Explore (WISE) using  Google Slides, Google Drawings & MakeAvatar . Colorful magazine style student content reading will be used to engage the reader. Participants will create a graphic novel story about an investigation with embedded questions to help students learn to develop testable questions, design an experiment or do research and make a claim which can be supported with evidence and reasoning.
Presenters
avatar for Tina Sabatello

Tina Sabatello

Chemistry Teacher, Maine East HS
"Tina Sabatello has been teaching chemistry at Maine East High School in Park Ridge, IL since 1992. She also has taught at the community college level, served as an SAT II Chemistry Test Developer and published a study guide for AP Chemistry. Her online publication for AACT showcases... Read More →

Get %22WISE%22 with Google Drawings gslides
Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

How technology can level up physical education
How can technology integration take a PE class to new heights? I will share how I integrate technology to improve student understanding of fitness terminology, use pedometer data deliver personalized fitness goals, use video to analyze physical skills and show how students journal about their personal fitness journey. 
Presenters
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Jon Szychlinski

PE/Health Teacher : Learning is a personal journey and we all have a part to play. 

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Life Is Short—Capture the Moment with Clips 
Clips, a free iOS app for iPhone and iPad, creates a fun way for video to redefine how students demonstrate learning. In this hands-on session with Apple Distinguished Educators, you’ll explore how to capture and share learning moments with new features like Live Titles, filters, stickers, and more. 
Moderators
avatar for Lucy Gray

Lucy Gray

Director of Educational Technology, North Shore Country Day School
Lucy is an experienced consultant and observer of educational innovation, working with a variety of people and institutions on modernizing education. She is a frequent speaker and workshop presenter at conferences, and her projects include professional development coaching, virtual... Read More →
avatar for Mitchel Meighen

Mitchel Meighen

Teacher, Chicago Public Schools
Mitchel Meighen is an award-winning educator and presenter and has been recognized for his passion for student engagement and non-traditional teaching philosophies. He has a special interest in ed tech and empowering students to be active contributors to their educational goals and... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Carolyn Skibba

Carolyn Skibba

Since 1999, Carolyn Skibba has served as the technology specialist at Burley School, a public elementary school in Chicago's Lakeview community. She facilitates the school’s 1:1 iPad program, teaches and co-teaches, leads professional development, and continuously develops integration... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Makers on the Move: Innovation in the LMC
Follow the journey of two librarians on a mission to get makerspace activities into their fixed LMC schedules - including robotics, coding, and building activities. From idea to implementation, let us tell you what we've learned about what it takes to make a space for making.
Presenters
avatar for Liz Delzell

Liz Delzell

Resource Center Director/School Librarian, Hubbard Woods School
Liz Delzell is a school librarian and Resource Center Director at Hubbard Woods School (K-4) in the Winnetka Public Schools District 36. In addition to eight years in school libraries, she has spent five years as a middle school teacher and six years as a public librarian. Liz is... Read More →
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Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Re-Imagining Learning Spaces, 2.0
Creating High-Impact Learning Environments may conjure up thoughts of sleek, modern designs and stylish furniture. However, there is another important component to keep in mind which are the High-Impact Learning Experiences that we envision to be lived out in our spaces.  Connecting the dots between experiences and environments is the key to having our vision come to life.
Presenters
avatar for Jill Allshouse

Jill Allshouse

Instructional Designer, MeTEOR Education
I serve as a change-agent in helping schools transform to an innovative, student driven, 21st Century environment that enables all humans to thrive. I work to develop high impact, interactive Professional Development experiences that model collaboration, creativity and goal setting... Read More →
avatar for Sean Baum

Sean Baum

VP, West, MeTEOR Education
Passionate believer that the learning environment is not neutral. It either positively or negatively impacts the teacher and student and only by aligning the pedagogy, technology, and learning space can we truly realize how we can positively change the outcomes and experiences for... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

Take Your Classroom to Hyper Speed: Using the HyperDocs Concept with all Google Apps Tools
HyperDocs create an interactive learning experience for students, allowing them to explore content, create and curate digital artifacts that demonstrate what they know, think, feel, and understand. The misconception about HyperDocs is that they are simply Google documents with hyperlinks in them. However, when used appropriately, they can transform teaching and learning into interactive, engaging, student-centered environments. Similarly, a HyperDoc doesn’t have to be only a Google Document, in this session we will explore how to use the HyperDoc process to transform the learning experience using the full Google Suite: including Slides, Forms, Sheets, Drawings, and MyMaps.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Sondgeroth

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

The Coaching Game Network
Coaches from Berwyn South and Orland Park are your fabulous hosts for a game show style session where tech coaches from any level can practice coaching conversations, dive deeper into ISTE Standards for Coaches, share their favorite tech tool and build their PLN. Come for the fun, stay for the fabulous prizes
Presenters
avatar for Kara McFarlin

Kara McFarlin

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School District 135
Kara loves the way that technology has transformed education in her 20+ years of teaching and training. Her vocational journey has included general education homeroom teacher, substitute teacher, technology club facilitator, technology teacher, staff development presenter, and instructional... Read More →
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Jordan Pelton

iDirector
avatar for Michelle Thorne

Michelle Thorne

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School Dist 135
I am an Instructional Technology Coach for Orland School District 135. As a tech enthusiast, I am eager to share and learn with others. One of my greatest passions is providing professional learning to staff and students. Connect with me on Twitter @iTeacher5th Apple Distinguished... Read More →
avatar for Ramona Towner

Ramona Towner

Instructional Coach, Berwyn South School District 100
Ramona "Mona" Towner is an Instructional Coach in Berwyn South School District 100. The district offers 4,000+ K-8 students 24/7 access to an iPad. As an Instructional Coach, she travels to 8 buildings working with teachers to help them meet the standards and integrate technology... Read More →
avatar for Lindsay Zilly

Lindsay Zilly

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland SD 135
I am a K-8 Instructional Technology Coach in Orland IL. I have been in education for 12 years and continue to learn something new every day. I am a teacher, coach, student, mom, Apple Learning Specialist and sketchnoter. In order for our students to think differently, we must think... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

10:45am CST

The Power in Positive
This presentation is designed to empower teachers. From new teachers beginning their journey all the way to veteran teachers who need to re-spark their passion. Teachers will be reminded of the power of believing in themselves and their students, learn tips to avoid the dreaded teacher burnout, and ultimately discover how to have the courage to be yourself while helping your students do the same.

Link to Presentation (Coming Soon on Symbaloo): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ITWcxrvXxv08by83vc51i4sgzvf4MkvI185gmY1IUyc/edit?usp=sharing
Presenters
avatar for Kristin Richey

Kristin Richey

Reading Lab, Berwyn South School District 100
Kristin Richey, an Apple Teacher and Middle Level Reading Specialist, works in Berwyn South School District 100. In her 11th year of teaching, she focuses on using technology to connect and communicate with students and their families while engaging them in the subject of reading... Read More →
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Peter Richey

Teacher, Elmhurst CUSD 205

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

10:45am CST

What's New @ Google for Edu
Please join the Google for Education team to hear about all the exciting new announcements of features and products from the last few months.
Presenters
AN
avatar for Mike Patterson

Mike Patterson

North America G Suite for Education Strategist, Google
BP

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:45am CST

AR Scavenger Hunt
Get ready, get set, go...explore new augmented reality apps that are breaking the boundaries in technology and connecting fun with individual learning experiences. Augmented reality has burst into our classrooms to take learning from watching to exploring and interacting. Break out of the past and into the future in this fun AR scavenger hunt.
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Donally

Jaime Donally

Author | Speaker, ARVRinEDU
Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. She began her career as a math teacher and later moved into Instructional Technology. Her desire to build relationships has brought about opportunities to collaborate with students and educators around the world. She provides staff... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg G
  Featured Speaker Session

10:45am CST

PBL Where Student Innovation Sets S.A.I.L
When implemented effectively, Project Based Learning sets the stage for innovation. Innovation thrives when students observe issues that impact them now, are allowed choices, can collaborate with their peers, and are allowed the time to implement and rework solutions. In this session, Shelly Sanchez Terrell will introduce you to practical ways to make this work in the classroom. You will walk away with resources and templates you can use this year to help your students see the impact of their ideas in action.
Presenters
avatar for Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Founder/Author/International Speaker/Teacher Trainer/Elearning Specialist, The 30 Goals Challenge
Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award winning digital innovator, an ESL Specialist with the US Embassy and Georgetown University, and the author of Hacking Digital Learning with EdTech Missions, The 30 Goals Challenge for Teachers: Small Steps to Transform Your Teaching, and Learning... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:45am CST

The Power of Unlearning
This session will look at the concept of Unlearning and how it applies to teaching, learning, and leadership. Through examples and interactive conversation, the presenters will explore the ideas in their 2017 book, The Unlearning Leader: Leading for Tomorrow's Schools Today.
Presenters
avatar for Mike Lubelfeld

Mike Lubelfeld

Superintendent of Schools, NSSD 112
Michael Lubelfeld has served as a public school superintendent in Illinois since 2010. He currently serves as the superintendent of schools in the North Shore School District 112 in Highland Park, and Highwood, IL north of Chicago.  Lubelfeld has presented on leadership topics around... Read More →
avatar for Nick Polyak

Nick Polyak

Superintendent, Leyden Community High School District 212
Dr. Nick Polyak serves as the Superintendent for Leyden Community High School District #212. The district contains two comprehensive high schools with 3,500 students from Franklin Park, Melrose Park, Northlake, River Grove, Rosemont, Schiller Park, and Unincorporated Leyden Township... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:45am CST

Read STEAM - Children's literature & lessons to help support your classroom learning
The Storymamas will be sharing their favorite STEAM books and how they integrate them into their classroom, often times using technology. Participants will listen to excerpts from the books, hear about the books and see some of the lessons we have used with the books.
Presenters
KM
AM
CS

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Panel Session

10:45am CST

Big Engagement, Big Results
In this session, you will learn about how to use big engagement strategies to enhance learning for your students. From songs and chants to room transformations, you'll learn about how to tap into your creativity and take your lessons from student groans to cheers.
Presenters
CO
avatar for Michelle Weiss

Big Engagement, Big Results pdf
Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

10:45am CST

Formative Assessment Can Be Fun!
Participants will explore ideas on how to incorporate more formative assessment activities to help check for student understanding. We will explore best practices as well as tech tools to assist in the process. Teachers will have opportunities to use Google Forms, Padlet, Recap, Flipgrid, Plickers and more.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Brazeau

Ben Brazeau

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Shawano School District
Ben Brazeau is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Shawano School District, and adjunct professor at UWGB. He has infused technology to create engaging lessons for students in his own classroom and now supports teachers to integrate technology with their students. Ben is... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

10:45am CST

Generation: Yes We Can!
The youngest of learners in our schools come to us with a “Yes We Can!” mindset. Providing students the access to 21st Century learning tools perpetuates this! Learn how Libertyville School District 70 created foundational skills lessons that facilitate authentic and creative learning environments.
Presenters
JP

Jill Przybylski

Jill Przybylski has been teaching for over 20 years. For the past 14 years she has been a Technology Literacy Coach at Libertyville School District 70. She has had the opportunity to implement technology in grades K-8 in all subject areas and help to develop a technology rich integrated... Read More →
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Chris Vipond

Technology Literacy Coach, Libertyville School District
Chris Vipond is a Technology Literacy Coach in the northern suburbs of Chicago. He serves the students and teachers with a focus on integrating meaningful technology into daily instruction. With a focus on engagement, creativity, and student centered instruction Chris strives to meet... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Become a Google Certified Educator!
In this session, learn about the benefits of becoming a Google Certified Educator as well as the basic requirements and exam content. The overall focus of the session will be on Level 1 Certification, but a brief overview of the Level 2 and Trainer programs will also be included. Special "pro tips" for passing the test will be shared, and you'll leave with an arsenal of content to use in your classroom and a strong sense of confidence to become a Google Certified Educator!
Presenters
avatar for Megan Hacholski

Megan Hacholski

STEAM Lab Coordinator, S.E. Gross Middle School, Brookfield La Grange Park District 95

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Evolving Meetings into Adventures
Looking to transform your staff meetings? Want new ideas to engage staff? Need to think outside of the box to be an innovator as a building leader? If so, check out this session. Ideas on how to bring engagement, hands-on learning and buy in to your staff during meetings.
Presenters
avatar for Kristin Beeler

Kristin Beeler

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland District 135
Instructional technology coach who works with staff to address the needs of teachers to help them achieve the district goal of providing our students with the best 21st century learning experiences. I am a Google Certified Trainer and Apple Foundations Trainer.

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Foster Creativity Through Visual Storytelling
Learn how Apple Distinguished Educators empower students to create interactive portfolios, movies, and more—with fun animations, personal illustrations, and customizable shapes—using the Keynote app on iPad. More than a presentation tool, Keynote gives students a powerful way to visually think through stories and ideas. 
Moderators
avatar for Sarah Lill

Sarah Lill

Library/Technology Media Specialist, Gurnee District 56
Sarah Lill is a librarian, technology integration specialist and Apple Distinguished Educator. Sarah began teaching as a middle school Social Studies teacher working in the Apple Distinguished School; Viking Middle School. This 1:1 iPad device District has given Sarah the opportunity... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Aimee Redding

Aimee Redding

6th Grade Composition/Social Studies, Gurnee School District 56
Aimee Redding teaches 6th grade Composition and Social Studies in Gurnee School District 56. She is also an Apple Distinguished Educator. Her Masters degree is in Reading and she has worked as a middle school Spanish teacher and a K-5 ELL/bilingual resource teacher. Aimee has... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Huh??? Copyright Explained
Did you ever see a picture online and wonder can I use this? Did you know that as soon as your students create something it instantly has a copyright? Do you need to ask permission to use copyrighted materials in your classroom? Do your students? Did you know that for many years the song Happy Birthday was under copyright? These questions and more will be answered. This session will provide you an introduction to copyright in your classroom and teaching it to your students. You will leave this session with an idea of how copyright affects you, creative commons and public domain resources, and you will be ready to teach about copyright tomorrow.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Rosen

Melissa Rosen

Technology Teacher, Highland Middle School
Melissa Rosen has been teaching for 14 years. She is currently teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Technology at Highland Middle School in Libertyville, IL. Her current classes include a basic technology skills class, S.T.E.A.M., Movie Making, and Animation. She has presented at multiple... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Literacy Meets Computer Science- Incorporating Computational Thinking in Language Arts
With an overwhelming number of ELA standards, it seems impossible to make time for computer science in the elementary classroom. However, many CS fundamental skills can be incorporated into the language arts curriculum. Using robots, students will be engaged with the ELA skills as well as learn basic CS concepts!
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Phelps

Sarah Phelps

Elementary Computer Teacher, Triad CUSD 2
I have been a teacher for the last 10 years. I have always had a passion for STEM education, and recently I became the elementary computer science teacher for our whole district. This program is fairly unique for our area, so I’ve had to do a lot of research in order to produce... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Microsoft Office 365 - More Than Just Email!
Your Office365 portal can be used for much more than just checking your email! Learn how to use a sampling of Office365 apps: Sway (a presentation tool similar to Prezi), Forms (surveys and online quizzes), Tasks (to-do lists), Teams (hub for classrooms and groups), and OneNote (online portfolio).
Presenters
JG
avatar for Colleen Kaplan

Colleen Kaplan

Technology Integration Specialist, St. Francis High School
I am a technology integration specialist at St. Francis High School in Wheaton, IL. Prior to that, I worked as a technology integrationist for Byron CUSD #226 and as an ELA teacher at St. Therese Chinese Catholic School and Notre Dame High School for Girls. I am currently part of... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Mindful Movement
Have you heard? Sitting is the new smoking. What are students expected to do everyday? Research shows students need movement. Movement and learning are connected. Students need inviting, flexible, open, engaging, and flexible classroom environments that are conducive to learning. Purposeful movement and active student-centered instruction increases student engagement, helps students stay on-task, reduces classroom management issues, and improves students' memory and concentration. Participants will learn how to use technology to get students to move and brains working in a 21st century classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Dillard

Scott Dillard

Instructional Technology Specialist, Valley View SD 365U

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Moving from “One Size Fits All” PD
We don’t expect our students to match a “one size fits all” learning approach. Why do we expect our teachers to learn this way? In this session, come and learn how YOUR school’s professional development can be one that teachers actually WANT to attend.
Presenters
avatar for Pete Dulany

Pete Dulany

President / Founder, Dulany Consulting Inc.
President / Founder
avatar for Haley Kalinichenko

Haley Kalinichenko

Haley is a Google Certified Teacher and Apple Teacher, and loves to run hands-on and engaging professional development sessions for teachers about the best practices for using SMART Boards, iPads, and Google Suite for Education for instruction at all grade levels. Haley also shares... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

News and Media Literacy
In today’s 24/7 digital world, we have instant access to all kinds of information online. Educators need strategies to equip students with the core skills they need to think critically about today’s news & media. Join us as we look into; how where we get our news can impact our perceptions, how we can use media as a tool and not something that uses us, and how we can support our school communities navigate a media-saturated world.  We will take a dive into some of the latest research on how fake news may fool our students or even us and explore four tips to promote a foundation of news & media literacy.   You will leave with resources that you can use immediately in your classroom. 
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

STEAM Scholars: Building a Creative, Progressive Curriculum for your STEAM Program
With the growing popularity of STEAM in schools, many struggle with the implementation of a creative and progressive curriculum. This session will be led by experienced STEAM educators who have been implementing this curriculum over the past 5 years. Attendees will leave with an understanding and confidence to implement STEAM into their school’s environment that allows student choice, voice, and self-directed learning.
Presenters
avatar for Christian Ball

Christian Ball

Teacher, District #109
I currently am in my 19th year of teaching in District #109. A bulk of my career was teaching science, however, I am now in my 5th year of teaching STEM and love every minute of it. Working with my fellow colleague Jon Wolfe has been an absolute blast as we are always trying to re-shape... Read More →
avatar for Jonathan Wolfe

Jonathan Wolfe

STEAM Facilitator, Alan B. Shepard Middle School
Jon is currently in his sixth year as the Communication Media Arts teacher at Alan B. Shepard Middle School in Deerfield, IL. Passionate about giving students a learning environment in which they can develop their passions creatively while 'failing forward' and using really cool stuff... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Supporting Learner Agency in a Personalized Learning Environment with Google Tools
Do you believe every child deserves a personalized learning experience? Personalized learning as a strategy for instruction will provide the best opportunities for each student, but making the most of class time while students are engaged in a variety of pathways can feel overwhelming for the teacher and confusing for the students. Using Google tools, students can increase their independence while engaging in learning activities. In this session, participants will see sample Google Tools, such as Sheets, Docs, and Forms, that have been created to enhance learner agency. Participants will also have time to modify and apply existing tools in order to meet the needs of their learners.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Duffy

Jennifer Duffy

Instructional Coach, Batavia Public Schools #101
Jennifer Duffy is an Instructional Coach for Batavia Public School District. Jennifer is formerly an Instructional Technologist, Special Educator and Assistive Technologist. She believes in leveraging technology to reach all learners.
avatar for Kristen Stern

Kristen Stern

Instructional Technologist, Batavia High School
Kristen Stern is an Instructional Technologist for Batavia Public School District. She works with teachers in K-12 support technology integration in a 1:1 environment. She received her ISTE Certification in 2019 and also has her Google Level 1 & 2 certification.
avatar for Angie Sutherland

Angie Sutherland

Educational Consultant, Sutherland Educational Services
Angie Sutherland is an Educational Consultant, a prior Instructional Technologist for Batavia School District, a Google for Education Certified Innovator, and a Google for Education Certified Trainer, an ISTE Certified Educator and Trainer, and a Seesaw Ambassador. She provides support... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

What's that Pear? Introduction to Pear Deck - Google Edu on Tour
What if you could engage every student in your class, every day? Pear Deck lets you bring presentations to life with formative assessments and interactive questions. Designed for 1:1 classrooms, Pear Deck takes presentations to the next level, letting you see in real time how each student in your class is doing. In this hands-on session we will let you experience the power of Pear Deck as both a student and a teacher. By the end of the session, you will walk away as a Pear Deck expert with a Free Pear Deck Premium Account!
Presenters
DF

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Designing A Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogy
This highly interactive session will take participants through the design process in creating culturally sensitive/responsive learning opportunities for students. We will look at and participate in several key instructional outcome areas as well as identify several technology-rich integration strategies. Key takeaways are as follows: 1. What are the characteristics of and how to become better culturally responsive educators? 2. What are the characteristics of and how do we ensure cultural relevance in our learning environments? 3. How and why does technology play a critical role in both areas of culture as well as sustainability? In providing equitable access to learning?
Presenters
avatar for Ken Shelton

Ken Shelton

Global Keynote Specialist and Educational Technology Strategist
Ken currently holds an M.A. in Education with a specialization in Educational Technology as well as New Media Design and Production. He has worked as an Educator for over 14 years and most recently taught technology at the Middle School level. As a part of his active involvement within... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Everyone Can Create in a 1 to 1 UDL Environment
Creativity belongs to everyone. In this session, you will learn how accessibility features and UDL supports on the iPad and other devices allow all learners to tell their own stories and demonstrate their learning using a variety of means: from writing and coding, to photography, podcasting and video.
Presenters
avatar for Luis Perez

Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Lead From Where You Are
“I’m just...It’s a phrase we hear all the time. I’m just a teacher, I’m just an assistant principal, I’m just a tech director, I’m just a custodian….the list goes on and on and is always followed by reasons something CAN’T happen. Leadership is not a title, it’s an action...and it starts from within. Identifying leadership traits in yourself changes your mindset when thinking about leading those around you. Part of our responsibilities as leaders is to identify leadership traits in others. We need to be better talent scouts in our schools. The opportunities are endless for those who choose to lead...it’s our job to find those traits, focus our efforts on growth opportunities, and foster an environment where everyone has a chance to lead.
Presenters
avatar for Joe Sanfelippo

Joe Sanfelippo

Superintendent, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo served as the Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Fall Creek, Wisconsin, for the last 12 years. The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe holds a... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Meet the Superintendents & Authors: Q & A w/ Mike Lubelfeld & Nick Polyak
Join us in the Adventure Threshold! Mike and Nick will be available to discuss and sign The Unlearning Leader: Leading for Tomorrow's Schools Today and Student Voice: From Invisible to Invaluable.
Presenters
avatar for Mike Lubelfeld

Mike Lubelfeld

Superintendent of Schools, NSSD 112
Michael Lubelfeld has served as a public school superintendent in Illinois since 2010. He currently serves as the superintendent of schools in the North Shore School District 112 in Highland Park, and Highwood, IL north of Chicago.  Lubelfeld has presented on leadership topics around... Read More →
avatar for Nick Polyak

Nick Polyak

Superintendent, Leyden Community High School District 212
Dr. Nick Polyak serves as the Superintendent for Leyden Community High School District #212. The district contains two comprehensive high schools with 3,500 students from Franklin Park, Melrose Park, Northlake, River Grove, Rosemont, Schiller Park, and Unincorporated Leyden Township... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

IGNITE : See Description for Titles/Sessions
Don’t get caught up in the EdTech Infomercial!  
The most popular question in educational technology may be, what are your favorite apps? When we attend conferences or search the internet, we want to know what the latest and greatest apps and tools are. It is easy to get caught up in a multitude of options that look great when they are presented, but when we get them back to our classrooms, they have little to no impact on student learning. Sounds just like a good infomercial, doesn’t it?

The good news is that technology can and does have a functional impact on student learning. Just as some infomercials sell amazing products, there are many edtech tools out there that help our students demonstrate their learning in new and unbelievable ways. So it’s important we don’t get caught up in the pitch, and we evaluate tools based on intended learning outcomes over the flashy bells and whistles. BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE … in my ICE ignite.

Finding Your Voice
Technology in education can benefit all students, but for kids with disabilities, it can be everything.

Learning by Doing:  The Power and Promise of Immersive Learning Experiences

LocatED App
LocatED, a free app that connects educators. The app has users in 24 countries and is organized into three sections: locate guidance, locate innovative ideas, and locate professional development.

Oodles of Learning Opportunities in Office 365
New to Office 365?  Come and see what wonderful tools are available right at your fingertips anywhere you have internet access.  Checkout what new adventures are available in Microsoft Tools for you and your students!  Differentiate instruction using Immersive Reader in Word,  create a slideshow from an outline in PowerPoint and use the professional designer tool.  "Branch" out to Forms to reinforce skills based on individual student needs.  So many ways to enhance learning in your classroom!   

Recipe for Success: A Thoughtful Approach to Students and Screentime
It's not uncommon for parents to struggle with determining the appropriate amount of screentime for their kids. The result can sometimes lead to unintended consequences when those children become students in our classroom. However, the quantity of time spent in front of a screen is less important than the quality. Learn more about an approach you can share with parents that puts an end to the debate and guides students down the path towards becoming healthy, happy, and digitally responsible.

Presenters
avatar for Eric Patnoudes

Eric Patnoudes

Sponsor, Otus
avatar for Ben Sondgeroth
avatar for Joanna Carroll

Joanna Carroll

5th Grade Teacher, Pekin Public Schools District 108
Joanna Carroll is the Instructional Technology Director/Coach for Princeville CUSD 326. Prior to joining the Princeville school district, she was an educator for 18 years. She is also a Google for Education Certified Trainer and Google for Education Certified Innovator. Joanna is... Read More →
avatar for Shawn McCusker

Shawn McCusker

Director of Professional Learning, Digital Promise
Shawn McCusker has 25 years of experience as a middle and high school teacher in public, private and alternative schools. His is the author of the Solution Tree press book "Becoming Active Citizens: Practices to Engage Students in Civic Education Across the Curriculum." (2022) In... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Berghoff

Lisa Berghoff

Director of Instructional Technology, Highland Park High School
As a high school special education teacher for 19 years, Lisa Berghoff has worked with many students and their families to create unique learning experiences and ensure that they are an authentic part of the school community. She has seen firsthand the possibilities that come with... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Ignite

12:30pm CST

Design Ed.: Connecting Learning Science Research to Practice
Yes, you can do this! Design effective and impactful learning experiences for digital age learners using the LITE (Learners, Instruction, Technologies, Environment) framework to share must-know, teacher-friendly findings from the learning sciences. What are the learning sciences? Why are they part of the ISTE Educator Standards? (Learner: 1.c.) Join us to identify the learning science concepts and high leverage teaching practices to create effective learning environments with digital age learners. Teachers respond "I wish I'd known this much earlier!" Based upon a forthcoming book of the same title, to be published by ISTE, Summer 2019!
Presenters
avatar for Angela Elkordy

Angela Elkordy

Asst. Prof. Learning Sciences & Dir. Learning Technologies, National Louis University
Dr. Angela Elkordy, is Director, Learning Technologies at National Louis University and Founding Chair of the new Learning Sciences program area. Dr. Elkordy has been a teacher educator for over a decade, and shares her knowledge through professional networks and conferences, including... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Ayn Keneman

Dr. Ayn Keneman

Dr. Ayn Keneman, is Program Director, Early Childhood Education at National Louis University. Dr. Keneman has been a teacher educator for over twenty years and shares her knowledge through professional networks and conferences, including presenting at the International Literary Association... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Educational Scavenger hunts! Amazing Race or Mission Impossible --Creating Activity Learning
Unlock the full potential of Google Forms for education. You may know Forms as a tool to collect information via surveys, but it can be used in a multitude of other ways. Let’s explore its functions as a formative assessment tool and as a way to bring your content alive. We will examine ways to use Forms to create interactive activities that utilize the unique functions of Google Forms. We will look at creating Choose Your Own Adventure style activities and Amazing Race interactive lessons. This session will provide you instruction on the potential of Forms and inspiration to create your own.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Brazeau

Ben Brazeau

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Shawano School District
Ben Brazeau is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Shawano School District, and adjunct professor at UWGB. He has infused technology to create engaging lessons for students in his own classroom and now supports teachers to integrate technology with their students. Ben is... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Let's make it personal; this isn't where YOU went to school!
Learn how Yorkville CUSD 115 (enr. 6400) is developing new policies, structures and learning opportunities to
support a personalized and engaging approach to education. Through district­wide planning and
implementation, this PreK­12 district has connected standards­based and mastery learning; secure, flexible
and open learning environments; and the infusion of wireless infrastructure, technologies, and software to
support personalized student learning and student/staff collaboration.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Adkins

Ryan Adkins

Director of Technology, Yorkville School District 115
Ryan Adkins has more than 15 years of technology experience. As the director of technology for Yorkville CUSD 115, his department redesigned the infrastructure from the ground up in order to prepare the school for a 1 student:1 Chromebook environment.Ryan prides himself on making... Read More →
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Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Tapping into the 4Cs with BreakoutEDU
BreakoutEDU creates ultra-engaging learning games for people of all ages. Games (Breakouts) teach teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, and troubleshooting by presenting participants with challenges that ignite their natural drive to problem-solve.  K-12 Breakouts can be used to teach core academic subjects including math, science, history, language arts and have embedded standards that apply problem-solving strategies within a real world OR collaborative context. Drop by to see how we have been using BreakoutEDUs to tap the 4Cs and see what we have learned on our implementation journey.
Presenters
avatar for Cheri Bridge

Cheri Bridge

Technology Integration Specialist and BreakoutEDU Authorized Trainer, Wilmette SD 39
Cheri Bridge is a Technology Integration Specialists and BreakoutEDU Authorized Trainer at Wilmette Junior High School. Cheri has experience teaching elementary and middle school; their current position focuses on staff development and coaching teachers on the proper integration of... Read More →
avatar for Jill Forti

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Bring Coding to your School with iPad
Learning to code can help students gain essential skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. Join us to learn about Everyone Can Code, a program from Apple that includes comprehensive curriculum to help any teacher bring coding into the classroom, no matter what their experience. In this session you’ll write your first lines of code in Swift and experience lessons on iPad that make it easy to teach, write, and learn code.
Presenters
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Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Do We Need More Ed Tech?!
While blended learning offers great promise, there are no ‘silver bullets’ when it comes to adding technology in education. Change comes not from implementing technology but from helping all stakeholders use that tech to leverage educational change instead of the 'domestication' of the technology to outdated practice. This help comes in the for of ongoing, content and grade level specific training, and providing staff with the time and resources need to adapt to the new possibilities opened by educational technology and blended learning. Implementation is not just showing teachers how to use technology, rather training them to teach with it. This session will look at the body of research on educational technology implementation, the training requirements of ESSA, and provide practical steps to provide staff, students, and parents with the training they need to be successful in using educational technology.
Presenters
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Philip Pulley

Teacher/Tech Aide, Fieldcrest High School CUSD 6
A social studies, speech, & video teacher with 11 years teaching in 1:1 environment, 5 years with Schoology. (Presentations follow) Phil is a PowerSchool Champion, Schoology Ambassador, and former Ambassador of the year. His doctoral studies focused on flipped learning, educational... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Giving a "Nudge" in Teacher-Coaching
Teacher-Coaching can be a delicate balance as the shifting landscape of education and technology can just appear overwhelming to some. For those of you coaching those cautious educators who are reluctant to jump-in with both feet, we will look at ways to 'nudge' those teachers into taking a small steps forward. Sharing stories, brainstorming, and discussing some successful 'nudge' strategies will empower coaches to leave this session with tools for even the most timid.
Presenters
KN

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

How IKEA Can Help Remodel Your PD
IKEA didn't become a worldwide leader by doing things the same old way. They've built their business with simplicity, support, and progress in mind. Bet your PD could use some of that! Together we will look at IKEA's Vision and Culture and use it to create a new style of PD for any size district.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →
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Mike Wielgus

Director of Technology Services, Triad CUSD #2
Mike Wielgus just began his 24th year in education and third year as the Director of Technology Services for Triad CUSD #2. Prior to becoming director, he was a full time K-12 Instructional Technology Coach for 3 years. He has led technology in-service trainings in his district for... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Learning Space Transformation
Education has evolved with the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. We are shifting our mindsets for what the 21st-century student experience looks like in the classroom, alongside the transitioning role of educational technology as a learning tool. Now, the transformation of our learning spaces is following suit. The classroom design conversation has shifted from anchor charts and word walls to the creation of active, flexible environments that facilitate the needs of collaborative learning. You will walk away from this session understanding how the learning space can actively support the 4 Cs and ed tech use in your classroom, along with strategies and resources for immediately implementing change in the learning space environment.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown

K-12 Education Strategist, CDW
In my role as a K12 Education Strategist within the CDW•G organization, I act as the voice of the educator to the CDW•G K12 sales team.It is my responsibility to provide an educator’s pedagogical expertise of the benefits, challenges, and impact of technology in the classroom... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Learning with iPad. It’s Personal! 
Learning is personal for students. How can we make it more accessible for all learners? Powerful assistive features are built into iPad to complement vision, hearing, motor skills, and literacy. Learn from Apple Distinguished Educators as they guide you through hands-on activities to enable individualized learning opportunities for students.
Moderators
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Jordan Pelton

iDirector

Presenters
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Charlene Chausis

Creativity & Innovation Specialist for Mobile Pedagogy, Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 - Retired
Mostly retired, yet, still working to promote the learning of adults in schools. Apple Distinguished Educator (Class of 2003), Apple Teacher, Google Certified Trainer, Google Certified Innovator.

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Let Them Speak! Take the Leap and Pass the Mic
Testing! Testing! Check 1! Check 2! Sit back, relax, and take an inspirational journey through time to explore the evolution of student voice and choice. Learn how to “reprogram” the culture of your classroom and school to embrace student voice.

Become energized and motivated to take the leap and pass the mic to your students.
Presenters
KK

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Let's Put CS First for our Students - Google Edu on Tour
Let's get hands on and review the CS First curriculum, test drive a CS First class from a student and teacher perspective, and walk away with a plan of action and strategies for starting to teach CS First in your classrooms.
Presenters
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Jill Schwartzers

LRC Teacher
Jill Schwartzers is a Library-Media Director, Google Certified Innovator and Trainer, and a National Board Certified Teacher. She is passionate about creating and presenting professional development that is motivating, differentiated and practical. Jill thrives on collaborating with... Read More →
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Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Media Literacy in a World of Memes and Fake news.
Media Literacy might be the most important critical thinking skill of our time, especially in a 1:1 learning environment. What programs should we have in place to evaluate facts, identify bias and discern truth across the curriculum? This session will take a look at how we have taught media literacy in the past and the new challenges we face in teaching students who, device in hand, are connected to information at all times. Bring your devices, this session will use web-based tools and practice classroom strategies for students of all ages.
Presenters
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Shawn McCusker

Director of Professional Learning, Digital Promise
Shawn McCusker has 25 years of experience as a middle and high school teacher in public, private and alternative schools. His is the author of the Solution Tree press book "Becoming Active Citizens: Practices to Engage Students in Civic Education Across the Curriculum." (2022) In... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Slide Into Assessments with Google Slides!
We all know that Google Slides is an awesome presentation tool, but do you know all the amazing ways it can be used to assess student learning?

From turning traditional lecture-based lessons into engaging, interactive presentations to giving students the opportunity to get creative and demonstrate their own learning, Google Slides is an extremely versatile tool for the classroom. Best of all, it’s free!

In this session, participants will learn to harness the power of Google Slides Add-ons to turn presentations into interactive formative assessments.

We will also explore many creative ways that teachers can have students use Google Slides to take an active role in choosing, achieving, and demonstrating competency in their learning goals.

Educators will leave this session with a number of practical, easy-to-implement ideas for assessment in their classrooms using Google Slides.
Presenters
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Jeremy Wickham

Coordinator of Academic Technology, Zion Elementary School District 6
Jeremy is a Google for Education Certified Trainer with eleven years of experience integrating technology into the classroom. He enjoys helping students from all backgrounds learn the future ready skills to make them successful in school and beyond. He has previous experience working... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Still Using Microsoft in a Google World?
You don’t have to choose. Microsoft and Google can coexist and you can have the best of both worlds. This presentation will provide you with practical tips, tricks, and technologies that will help you easily navigate between these two seemingly different worlds. So your district is “all in” with the Google ecosystem for your students and Chromebooks are your one to one device of choice? We will discuss methods for how you can navigate through these seemingly very different systems.
Presenters
JB

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Tech Successes and Failures: Fostering a Growth Mindset in EdTech
Like many things in education, technology use doesn't always go as planned. Whether it's technical error or user error, it's what we do when it goes awry that matters. This session will explore problem solving techniques for teachers as well as coaching strategies for leaders to promote a growth mindset when #technologyfails.
Presenters
avatar for Natalie Perry

Natalie Perry

Asst Principal/ Technology Integration Specialist, Farmington CCUSD 265

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

From Augmented to Virtual to Mixed Reality
Explore the technology of augmented, virtual and mixed reality. In this interactive session, we'll play with the different apps that offer these various experiences for the classroom. The enthusiasm for immersive technology is growing, and the benefits in education are endless.
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Donally

Jaime Donally

Author | Speaker, ARVRinEDU
Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. She began her career as a math teacher and later moved into Instructional Technology. Her desire to build relationships has brought about opportunities to collaborate with students and educators around the world. She provides staff... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Igniting The Spark: Empowering Students Through Media Creation
Ads, Billboards, and Magazines, it seems the world has mastered the art of visual storytelling, and more importantly effective and engaging communication. The World Economic Forum says that by 2020 creativity will be one of the "10 skills you need to thrive in the Fourth Industrial Revolution". How are we preparing our students to visually communicate beyond powerpoint slides? Discover how Adobe Spark's simple and powerful app suite can prepare our students to master the art of visual communication through imagery, color, and text to develop a creative and visual foundation for their future.
Presenters
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Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Meet the Author - Hacking Digital Learning Strategies with Ed Tech Missions
In Hacking Digital Learning Strategies, international presenter and NAPW Woman of the Year Shelly Sanchez Terrell demonstrates the power of EdTech Missions--10 lessons and projects that inspire learners to use web tools and social media to innovate, research, collaborate, problem-solve, campaign, crowd fund, crowdsource, and publish. Receive over 38 handouts, digital badges, and mission cards. Purchase your copy of the book, receive a digital copy of Learning To Go free, and get the book signed! Join us in the Adventure Threshold!
Presenters
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Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Founder/Author/International Speaker/Teacher Trainer/Elearning Specialist, The 30 Goals Challenge
Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award winning digital innovator, an ESL Specialist with the US Embassy and Georgetown University, and the author of Hacking Digital Learning with EdTech Missions, The 30 Goals Challenge for Teachers: Small Steps to Transform Your Teaching, and Learning... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Building Deeper Connections to the Natural World Through Video Technolog
At Shedd Aquarium, we’ve been exploring the use of video technology to help our learners connect to content, the natural world, and each other. Learners have immersed themselves in 360 videos and felt like they were SCUBA diving among sharks and in our exhibits. Families and

friends were able to feel like they were out in the field with our teen field program participants. Throughout a week-long program, students used video as a story-telling tool to document their experiences, and then shared those stories with their loved ones. These experiences were integrated into our program plans and directly connected to our outcomes. In this participate and share session, come experience these moments for yourself using various VR headsets. We’ll share and demonstrate how you can help your students connect and reflect on their learning with digital tools and how you can use the content they create to evaluate learning outcomes. For a downloadable handout, go to https://goo.gl/ZJcz1A. 

Presenters
avatar for Max Metz

Max Metz

Manager of School and Teacher Programs, John G. Shedd Aquarium
Non-traditional educator focused on providing natural and developmental experiences to youth worldwide. My passion is in Natural History Interpretation and Museum Education, connecting individuals to the natural environment and cultural resources in unique and personal ways. Interpretation... Read More →
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Megan Stern

Learning Specialist, John G. Shedd Aquarium

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Oodles of Learning Opportunities in Office 365
New to Office 365?  Come and see what wonderful tools are available right at your fingertips anywhere you have internet access.  Checkout what new adventures are available in Microsoft Tools for you and your students!  Differentiate instruction using Immersive Reader in Word,  create a slideshow from an outline in PowerPoint and use the professional designer tool for a professional look!  "Branch" out to Forms to reinforce skills based on individual student needs.  So many ways to enhance learning in your classroom!   
Presenters
avatar for Toni Hotzfield

Toni Hotzfield

4th grade teacher, Palos West Elementary School
I am a 4th grade teacher and Student Council Sponsor at Palos West Elementary School.  I am also ICE CHIP President, Governing Board member of Illinois Computing Educators, and past co-chair for TECH 2017 and 2018.  Other presentations include:  "Terrific Tweets", "Learning is... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

PJ PD with TeachIllinois
Come test drive a 100% online teacher professional development platform that uses blended learning to provide valuable learning opportunities for all educators, not just ones from Illinois. What metrics do we collect and analyze? How do we create coursework? How much programming is involved? How much does it cost to run?
Presenters
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Matt Weld

SEL Coach, ROE #40
Curious, passionate, and interested in all things education. I've been a teacher, administrator, and tech coach. Currently SEL Coach for ROE #40/SEL Hub 5, leader for www.directionsconference.com, www.teachillinois.org, and Teachers' Classroom podcast. Dad, husband, Google Certified... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Stories of Heroes without Capes
Everyday heroes are often unseen and, after the hurricanes, our town quickly found out there were more heroes than we ever knew. Students wanted to share the why and how a hero has helped to serve through digital storytelling, comics and posters as a way to promote community service.
Presenters
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avatar for Olga Granat

Olga Granat

Instructional Technology Integration Coordinator, Valparaiso Community Schools
Olga Granat serves as Instructional Technology Integration Specialist for Valparaiso Community Schools working with tech coaches, administrators, teachers, community members and students.

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Genius Hour - Time to get Your Hands Dirty
This workshop will move you through the steps of Genius Hour and how it really feels to go through the process. By remembering how it feels to be a learner we can understand the struggle often felt by our students. We will also chat through some tips and tricks to successful implementation of Genius Hour.
Presenters
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Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Imagination
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Google for Beginners
Are you new to the Google family? As a Google for Education Certified Trainer, I have a passion to helping the education community use Google Apps for Education work for their lives. With so many other daily jobs, don't get bogged down by technology. We will discuss the different Google Apps for Education, how they work, and how they can work for YOU. Come for a day of collaboration, information, and hands-on, everyday scenarios.
Presenters
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Jacklyn Feldpausch

English teacher
I'm an overly enthusiastic and slightly awkward English teacher who has an immense passion for technology in the classroom. Professionally, I love Google, technology, literature, puns, literary theory, and projects. Personally (that spills into professionally), I love reading, audiobooks... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Manage Session Digital Storytelling: Unlocking Student Voice Through Audio/Video Creation
Harness the power of technology to create a multitude of audio and video projects. Give students a voice in your classroom, provide alternative methods to demonstrate mastery, and create opportunities for peer evaluation. In this session, we will explore how to create audio-video projects that showcase student learning. Participants will learn a variety of tools to create products of learning and explore tools to create their own products to take back to their classrooms. We will look at the process from creation to award shows and all the steps in between. The use of Recap and Flipgrid will be a significant part of the presentation along with Google Apps like: Slides, Forms, Classroom, Docs and more will be infused into this session to produce dynamic learning products. The session will be a show and share with time for participants creating their own products.
Presenters
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Ben Brazeau

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Shawano School District
Ben Brazeau is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Shawano School District, and adjunct professor at UWGB. He has infused technology to create engaging lessons for students in his own classroom and now supports teachers to integrate technology with their students. Ben is... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Tech Coach with a Tech "Plan"
Coaches will learn how to connect the ISTE standards and SAMR model to individualized teacher technology plans and tech-rich units.
Presenters
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Marcy Brugger

My name is Marcy Brugger. I have been in education for 9 years. I have taught various grade levels including 1st, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th. This is my first year in the role of District Technology Integration Specialist at Elmwood Community Schools #322. I am a graduate of Bradley... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Technology and Literacy: A Love Story
Add to your arsenal of technology tools that work together perfectly to promote literacy in the classroom or in the library. Bring a device and get ready to explore 50+ tools that promote literacy in our technology filled world!
Presenters
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Rhonda Jenkins

LMC Director, Indian Prairie 204
I've been a teacher in Indian Prarie SD 204 for 21 years. I have taught third grade, fifth grade, and served as a reading specialist at the high school level. Currently, I am the library media center director at Kendall Elementary School in Naperville, Illinois. My current position... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Un-PD Your School
Professional development is necessary, but why do we have to sit through Sit-N-Gets and not get anything? Un-PD your school with innovation and personalization as you embrace the skills and talents of the professionals in your building. Come learn more about these free and powerful PDs that provide growth and support for teachers as they foster 21st Century teaching skills.
Presenters
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Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

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Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Innovation
  Workshop (Paid)

3:00pm CST

Apple in Education- What’s New for Teachers
For 40 years, Apple has worked alongside some of the most innovative educators and schools around the world to build products, tools, and curriculum that ignite the creativity in every learner. Come get inspired by drawing tools, curriculum and more, designed specifically for educators. 
Presenters
A

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Breakout of GSuite! - How to “Break In” Staff
Learn how using a digital breakout deepened the District teachers’ understanding and comfort using Gsuite in their classroom and helped them grasp the value of Google Suite in their work-life. Although we had been offering sessions on GSuite for the past five years, the teachers learned more about GSuite during this breakout than in any previous PD session. Teacher teams completed challenges in Docs, Drawings, Forms, and Slides in order to unlock digital clues. The last clue led to a physical lock box to the Breakout of GSuite! In the session, we will share how we differentiated teams, the breakout process used, as well as templates, tips, and enticements. If you have never tried a breakout, this is an easy and exciting one to use. We will walk you through the steps and discuss ways that it can be tailored to any content area.
Presenters
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Michelle Adams

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Northbrook School District 27
Instructional Technology Coordinator at Northbrook School District 27.
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Kathy Wegley

Instructional Tech Coordinator, Northbrook 27
Instructional Technology Coordinator at Northbrook School District 27. Interested in all kinds of technology, especially K-8 classroom uses. SMART Certified Trainer, Google Certified Teacher. District 27 is a Google Apps 1:1 school district using student Chromebooks; take home 6-8... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Connect while Staying Connected: Supporting relationships with technology in early childhood
Explore how young children learn best with technology using current research, recommendations, and policy statements. Join Erikson Institute’s Technology in Early Childhood Center to understand how to use tangible technology and digital media to support early connections and relationships. Take home ideas on how to prioritize social and emotional learning with technology tools in your classroom.

Participants will be guided through an investigation into how technology and digital media play a role in early social and emotional development. The National Associate for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)/ Fred Rogers Center joint position statement, Technology and Interactive Media as Tools in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8 (2012) and the LEGO Play Well Report (2018) will be highlighted and will support the participants understanding of technology and digital media use with young children.
Presenters
avatar for Jenna Herdzina

Jenna Herdzina

Program Manager, TEC Center at Erikson Institute
Technology and digital media, early childhood development, civic identity development, social justice and equity!

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Get Hyper with HyperDrawings
Create amazing flipped or blended learning materials with Google Drawings ! The students can demonstrate understanding, solve problems and create screencasts on the drawing canvas. Students can self-assess and reflect upon their learning in an embedded Google form . Teachers write directions, embed YouTube videos and give assignments in the blank space next to the canvas. Avoid scrolling through several pages in a HyperDoc by creating a one page HyperDrawing! This is a must have tool in the classroom, don’t miss out !

The use of HyperDrawings will allow coaches to show teachers how to collect and analyze student data, interpret data and improve instruction through embedded Google Forms. Coaches and teachers will be able to see and hear a student explain their work on the Google Drawings Canvas via pictures of student work, screencasts and/or voice recordings. Students will be able to construct the knowledge that they display from YouTube videos and online resources embedded on the HyperDrawings by the teacher
Presenters
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Tina Sabatello

Chemistry Teacher, Maine East HS
"Tina Sabatello has been teaching chemistry at Maine East High School in Park Ridge, IL since 1992. She also has taught at the community college level, served as an SAT II Chemistry Test Developer and published a study guide for AP Chemistry. Her online publication for AACT showcases... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Innovation and Creation Across Content Areas
This session will provide a variety ways to include innovation and creation in all content areas. These activities embedding technology will engage students and provide opportunities for collaboration, higher level thinking and problem solving that can be implemented in the classroom right away.
Presenters
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Sheila Ruh

Media Specialist/Tech Facilitator, Westmont Junior High
I have been a Media Specialist for the past thirteen years and I love it! This is my 5th year in CUSD201 at Westmont Junior High School. I have a post graduate degree in Technology in Education from National-Louis University. I enjoy working with teachers to embed technology and innovation... Read More →
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Sherry Sejnost

Media Specialist, Scott School

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Lighting a Spark - Creative Student Voice
Creative student voice activities can be essential parts of any classroom learning experience. When students engage in exploring and creating visuals the research shows that learning sticks. This session will introduce and explore Adobe Spark Pages, Posts, and Videos. Attendees will learn about Adobe Spark and have a chance to explore the resource as they design visuals that could be used in their classrooms the next day. Join us as we explore how Adobe Spark can support and engage all learners.
Presenters
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Steve Wick

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Indian Prairie 204
I am a Science Teacher & Instructional Technology Coordinator in the Indian Prairie School District. I have taught Science & Social Studies at the middle school and high school level for more than 20 years. My focus as a learner is strongly connected to the 4Cs, Instructional Technology... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Photo Walk: Manipulating Light and Shadows 
Join Apple and learn how to capture stunning images using various light sources on this photo walk. We’ll share editing techniques to enhance your photos, and show you how to capture great photos in low light. Discover how to incorporate shadows for contrast and an artful feel. 
Presenters
A

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Saving Time with Google Add-Ons & Extensions!
Time is easily an educator's most valuable resource, and with the help of Google Add-ons & Extensions, time is exactly what you can save. This session will hi-light several Google Extensions & Google Add-ons that are classroom appropriate and useful for both teachers and students. Everything from a photo library and template gallery for Google Slides to a permanent clipboard of comments for Google Docs will be explored and demonstrated, and participants will leave with ideas for how they can start saving precious time!
Presenters
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Kerri Young

Digital Literacy Teacher, Marion Unit #2
Kerri Young is a digital literacy teacher in the Southern Illinois community of Marion. She is currently in her 15th year of teaching and loves introducing her primary students to the wonderful world of technology. Prior to this assignment, she taught one year of 4th/5th grade reading... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Shift your Districts EdTech into Gear-A Team Approach to Transforming Learning
By taking a team approach to providing and supporting educational technology resources, Lindsey, a digital learning coach, and Cody, an IT director, are all gas and no brake when it comes to transforming learning in their school district. This dynamic duo has put a unique spin on the Future Ready initiative making it more inclusive for staff and making the goal of a digital learning culture more attainable. Come and learn how you too can put the pedal to the medal and move your district forward through the Future Ready process.
Presenters
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Lindsey Lox

Digital Learning Coach, Illini Bluffs School District
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Cody Martzluf

Director of Technology, Illini Bluffs #327

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Spark Learning with Adobe on Chromebooks - Google Edu on Tour
Adobe Spark is a free digital tool that uses photos, videos and text to tell a story as a movie! When students create they synthesize their understanding and demonstrate their learning. We can empower our students with a simple to use tool to amplify their voice and tell their own stories or the stories that need to be told. Join us for a hands on session where you'll experience Adobe Spark on a Chromebook.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Transdigital Lessons: Infusing Creativity Across Traditional and Digital Methods
The transdigital approach merges both traditional and digital methods across physical and digital spaces. Our iPad art room allows students to make art physically then extend the learning digitally. Explore ways to infuse creativity into your classroom to implement engaging ideas, expand your curriculum, and make meaningful connections with Make it and Move it designs, holograms, AR, rotoscope, unusual green screen effects, stop motion, and animated gifs in both physical and digital ways. You’ll see how students can haunt their classroom with ghosts that lift off their screen, make robots that blink and sputter to life, create a lip-sync animation over a video, and magically jump into artwork. Dive into my 240+ STEAM art lessons from my award-winning classroom and be sure to download the HP Reveal App (then follow Fuglefunart) so you can experience first hand some exciting ARt that moves with Augmented Reality.
Presenters
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Tricia Fuglestad

K-5 Art w/ MATL in Technology Integration, Dryden Elementary School
Tricia Fuglestad, NBCT, is the K-5 art teacher  at Dryden Elementary School in Arlington Heights, IL. with a masters in  K-12 technology integration.  Tricia has been recognized for her innovative teaching in 2010 with the PBS Teachers Innovation Award, won Illinois Art Teacher... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

Transforming Libraries and Classrooms Into Flexible Learning Spaces and Igniting Innovation
This session will demonstrate the visionary leadership behind transforming school spaces into optimal learning environments, the transcendent schools visioning workshop, as well as the tenets of design thinking in order to understand the "why" behind transforming classrooms and learning spaces.
Presenters
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Phil Hintz

Director of Technology, Gurnee School District 56
Phil Hintz is the Director of Technology for Gurnee School District 56 in Gurnee, Illinois where he has been for the past 12 years. Currently, Phil's district is in their 6th year of a district- wide, 1:1 iPad initiative for all 2400 students and teachers in grades Pre-K through 8... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

3:00pm CST

The Hidden Entrepreneurs in your Classroom
In this session, a nationally recognized 16 year old student entrepreneur will talk about her life changing experience bringing a product to market. Beginning in the 5th grade to shipping hundreds of thousands of dollars of product throughout the world and being recognized by CNN, the White House, the Smithsonian Museum of American History and others. She has interviewed dozens of fellow student entrepreneurs and teachers about student entrepreneurship and will present her findings about the often simple ways that teachers and schools can support student entrepreneurs.
Presenters
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Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout (Student Led)

3:00pm CST

Meet the Author - Book Signing with Michael Cohen
"Creativity is about seeing the world differently. It’s about coming up with unconventional ways to express ideas and solve “impossible” problems. Creativity is within reach for everyone. Yes. Even you." Join us in the Adventure Threshold for a special Q & A with Michael Cohen on his newly released book, "Educated by Design: Designing the Space to Experiment, Explore, and Extract Your Creative Potential"! 
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Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:00pm CST

Nurturing Your Inner CEO with Executive Functioning Supports
Executive functioning describes the kind of purposeful planning that is needed for complex actions such as writing an essay or solving a math problem. As learners move into high school and college, it’s crucial they have developed executive functioning skills to keep up with increasing time demands. In addition to iPad apps, we will discuss Google Chrome extensions, online tools and even wearable solutions that provide schedules, timers, to do lists and other executive functioning supports.
Presenters
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Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:00pm CST

Storytelling, Creativity, and Design
This fun-filled, interactive, and engaging presentation is designed to provide all attendees the strategies, techniques, and methodologies for producing effective presentations and visual designs. The methodologies covered can be applied to any environment in which visuals are the primary mechanism for information or storytelling. 
Presenters
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Ken Shelton

Global Keynote Specialist and Educational Technology Strategist
Ken currently holds an M.A. in Education with a specialization in Educational Technology as well as New Media Design and Production. He has worked as an Educator for over 14 years and most recently taught technology at the Middle School level. As a part of his active involvement within... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:00pm CST

Get Started with Code
Do you wonder how to get your younger students engaged into coding? In this session you will get to learn about Apple’s iPads Get Started with Code FREE curriculum, all the resources available to you, and how to successfully implement in in your classroom. Bring your own iPad recommended. 
Presenters
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Kasia Derza

STEM Educator

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

3:00pm CST

How Do You App Smash?
In this Participate and Share session, let’s conversate about App Smashing!! What apps do you like to combine? How do you combine them? Let’s get together and share our favorite apps, and how we use them in our classrooms!!
Presenters
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Melissa Fierro

Technology Integration Specialist, Kankakee School District 111
Melissa Fierro is Kankakee School District 111's Technology Integration Specialist since 2016.Mrs. Fierro earned a Master's of Education from the University of Illinois in Leadership andDesign with a focus on Instructional Technology. Her goals and aspirations are to help everyteacher... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

3:00pm CST

Pinterest for Pennies
Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest: all ways for teachers to be inspired, to make changes, or to improve upon to their pedagogy. However, some of the best “Pinterest classrooms” come at a price that many educators simply do not have the budget for. The aim of “Pinterest for Pennies” is to show educators ways to create a unique and fun environment on a budget. These ideas are all things that have been implemented in my classroom over the last five years, and have been successful in making a productive and positive classroom for both students and myself. This presentation will discuss the use of the Cricut Machine, leveraging bulk purchasing on Amazon, and using social media to get inspired and inspire others.
Presenters
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Sarah LaVallee

5th Grade ELA, Gower School District 62
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Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share
 
Tuesday, February 26
 

8:00am CST

#Screencastify Your Learning in G Suite - Google Edu on Tour
Blended and flipped instruction set students free to take charge of their own learning. Screencastify and Google Classroom are the perfect marriage to allow students to gain independence and explore learning on their own. Come explore in a hands on session and experience the dynamic learning that takes place when these two tools collide.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

BreakoutEDU: Illinois
BreakoutEDU is an immersive game that will have all students working collaborating, thinking critically, problem-solving, and using their creativity to troubleshoot. Breakouts encompass many concepts and strategies of 21st Century teaching and learning as students try to solve a series of subject related puzzles in order to open a locked box. What’s in it? Come find out! Can YOU Break Out?
Presenters
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Annmarie Clasky

Instructional Technology Specialist, Lincoln Elementary, River Forest SD 90
Annmarie is an Instructional Technology Specialist at Lincoln Elementary in River Forest, IL. She received her Masters in Education from National Louis University and has been a CPS classroom teacher for grades 4, 5, and 6 and has also taught in the computer lab grades K-8. She loves... Read More →
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Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

ICE 2019 BreakoutEDU Illinois gslides
Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Innovation
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Connecting Students Globally to Spread Student Voice
As the world becomes increasingly connected, how do we harness this power in our classrooms to enhance learning while preparing students for this connected world? Along with enhancing academic writing and speaking skills, connecting students helps develop empathy for others and allows them to learn first hand about cultures around the world while sharing their ideas and gaining new perspective from others. Learn simple ways to connect students with others across the globe.

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Presenters
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Jennifer Lehotsky

Instuctional Coach
Jenny is an instructional coach in Downers Grove School District 58. She has over 15 years of teaching experience in science and reading in a 1:1 environment. She has spent many of these years incorporating STEM and aligning NGSS and CCSS. She received a Bachelor's degree in Elementary... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Design Meetings that don't have Teachers Grading in the Back of the Room
In this workshop, participants will explore how to design better learning experiences for adults. We will dig into the design, the environment and the interactions of meetings. How do you stay organized? How do you stay on track? How do you reflect on the experiences? Upon leaving this workshop, learners will say - I get it!
Presenters
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Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Idioms? Piece of Cake With Concept Maps, Games, and More
Are you at your wits end teaching idioms? With Idioms as the sample topic, the presenters will discuss the importance of developing the nuances of learning the English language with even our youngest learners. We will then explore the areas of BrainPOP ELL that teachers can use to engage students with animated movies, games, concept maps, and more. In addition to all the features that we know and love about BrainPOP, the icing on the cake is that BrainPOP ELL differentiates for each students needs and journey to English language acquisition. Don’t miss the boat! Get on board and teach language and content with fun, creative tools and resources. Note: While many of these tools are free to all, like GameUP, others require a BrainPOP or BrainPOP ELL subscription.
Presenters
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Jasmine Myalil

EL/Bilingual Specialist, Arlington Heights School District #25
A Chicago-land native, Jasmine Myalil earned a B.S. from University of Miami (FL) in Elementary Education and Spanish, with an ESL endorsement. Upon returning to Illinois, she started her career as an ELL Specialist. In addition to her teaching role, she focuses on parent engagement... Read More →
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Vicky Stella

Arlington Heights School District #25
Vicky has been a teacher in Arlington Heights District 25 for the past 26 years, teaching in the intermediate grades. Vicky is currently the Student Learning Coach at Windsor School, where she assists teachers in integrating the elements of Personalized Learning into their curriculum... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Knowledge
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Inspiring Young Learners to Get Started with Code 
Technology has changed the world we live in, and learning how it works is fundamental. Coding is an essential skill that teaches problem-solving, develops teamwork, and inspires creativity. Learn from Apple Distinguished Educators who will share how they engage elementary students in the world of coding with cross-curricular lessons and the Everyone Can Code resources designed for teachers.
Moderators
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Cindy Crannell

STEM teacher, River Forest Public School District
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, she started her career as an elementary classroom teacher. After taking a few years off to start a family, she moved outside of the U.S.and has lived in Amsterdam, Netherlands, West Midlands of U.K., Dubai, United Arab Emirates and London, U.K. When... Read More →
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Nancy Gadzala

weCreate Lab Facilitator/ MRC Director, CCSD181
Nancy is the weCreate Lab Facilitator and MRC Director at Madison School in Hinsdale. A former 5th grade teacher who utilized a flexible classroom environment, engaged students in collaborative, creative learning with 1:1 iPads, and spearheaded a STEAM program for all grade levels... Read More →

Presenters
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Karrin Burns

3rd Grade Teacher, River Forest SD 90
Karrin Burns is an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) and novice iOS app developer. She is a Grade 3 teacher at Lincoln School in River Forest, Illinois. Karrin enjoys using inquiry-based learning and design-thinking in her classroom to maximize student learning as well as encourage... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Interns, Broadcasts, and Tweets, Oh My!
At #rowvastrong, we’re small but mighty! With help from our student social media interns, we have gone from almost no social media presence 4 years ago to a brand that defines our school and allows us to reach and interact with students, parents, community members, and schools across the country. Come to our session to hear about building your school's brand from three perspectives: student social media intern, social media director, and superintendent. We’ll share tips on how to build your school’s brand and tell your story!
Presenters
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Traci Johnson

Director of Innovation
Traci is the IDEA 2020 Making IT Happen Award winner! Traci has been teaching high school English for 11 years. This year, she took on the role of Director of Innovation at her district, ROWVA CUSD 208. She earned her M.A. in English in 2012, and she is currently an Authorized ISTE... Read More →
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Joe Sornberger

I am the superintendent at ROWVA #208 in Oneida, Illinois. This is my 8th year as a superintendent and my 16th year in education. Our small, rural school district prides itself on academic excellence and innovation. ROWVA is a Future Ready School District. I would love to share our... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Learning + Space = Redesigning Spaces that Reflect our Vision for Learning
What story about learning should our facilities communicate? Do the spaces students are educated in impact learning? What features in an environment impact learning most? What if we looked at spaces through a child’s eye and let them write the story? How can a change in spaces be collaborative and incremental? What happens when you engage a system in inquiry around these questions?

In this session, we will share our district’s journey rethinking learning spaces towards creating environments that are “adaptable and functional, inviting and comfortable, learner and learning centered.” Through modeling the way we used an inquiry process and design thinking principles to redesign library and classroom spaces, participants will walk away with both readily applicable zero cost ideas AND big picture process ideas for making future systemic changes.
Presenters
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Brian Engle

Executive Director of Educational Technology, Glenview School District 34
Father, Educator, Innovator, Inquiry Focused - Continually expanding available opportunities to all young learners, preparing them for a world that is constantly evolving. Developing students that are: Curious, Resilient, Problem Solvers, Collaborators, Critical Thinkers, Creative... Read More →
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Alison Keller

Instructional Innovation Specialist, Lyon School, Glenview D34
Alison Keller is an educator in both K-12 and higher education settings. She is especially interested in professional learning, creativity and critical thinking, arts integration, and using technology to make learning more authentic and meaningful. Alison is currently an Instructional... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Making Sense of Instructional Leadership
School leaders - teachers and administrators alike - struggle with the living out the ideal that is being an instructional leader. This session works to de-mystify this complex charge educational leaders feel compelled to carry forward. With a direct and though-provoking delivery style participants are sure to leave with their paradigms shifted.
Presenters
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PJ Caposey

Superintendent, Meridian CUSD 223
PJ Caposey is a dynamic speaker and a transformational leader and educator. PJ began his career as an award-winning teacher in the inner-city of Chicago and has subsequently led significant change in every administrative post he has held. PJ became a principal at the age of 28 and... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Nearpodizing Math Problem Solving with the Three Reads Strategy
We will explore the Three Reads Strategy and how to use Nearpod to break down math problem solving activities. Using this close reading strategy to gain a strong understanding of a complex math problem or task can aid learners in slowing down and persevering through rigorous material.
Presenters
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Anne Kasa

Instructional Coach, Troy CCSD 30c
I am currently enjoying life as an instructional coach for Troy 30c in an elementary building. In the past, I have been a reading specialist, primary, intermediate, and middle school classroom teacher. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time traveling with my husband, seeing live... Read More →

Nearpodizing Math Problem Solving with Three Reads ICE 2019 pdf
ICE 2019 Nearpod Slides pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Old School Games used in a Techy Way
Want to find a way to spice up the lessons in your classroom? Come see how to incorporate old school games like Chutes and Ladders or Candyland as an interactive board game using Google Slides. The interactive game allows for a student paced environment, increased student engagement, and scaffolding. This can be adapted for any grade level and subject.
Presenters
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Kari Moulton

Technology Instructional Coach, Bourbonnais SD 53
Kari has been incorporating technology in her classroom for the past twelve years. Starting with smartboards in the classroom to now 1:1 devices, Kari is constantly looking for ways to engage her students in technology. As a Technology Instructional Coach in her district, Kari leads... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

One Notebook to rule them all: How OneNote Class Notebook changes the scope of learning around the world
How can students collaborate, design, construct, plan, and curate in a tool that provides the features and options to be successful? — by using OneNote Class Notebook! With a teacher-guided framework that allows for content distribution, grading, LMS integration, and quick feedback cycles, OneNote Class Notebook is changing the scope of learning in classrooms around the world. 
Presenters
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Adam Rummelhart

Microsoft Learning Consultant, Microsoft
Adam Rummelhart is the Microsoft Learning Consultant for the Chicagoland area. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2013 with a degree in History. He has taught across Chicago in Chicago Public Schools, a charter school and most recently summer school at Lake Forest High School... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Reading Comprehension and Digital Text: Striking a Balance Between Print and Electronic Formats
Digital texts are a great way to inspire students of all ages and abilities about literature and language. They attract and motivate kids to read and offer benefits to reluctant and struggling readers, special needs students, and English language learners. How do we strike a balance between traditional print format and digital texts? This session will examine why educators should teach digital format while providing a primer on how to read, understand, and teach the unique structure of the digital text format and tools.
Presenters
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Stacey Lang

Library Information Specialist, Barrington CUSD220
I am celebrating my 20th year as a library information specialist! For the past 14 years, I have been employed in Barrington 220 as an elementary library information specialist. Prior to this, I worked in Iowa, first as a K-12 specialist for three years, and then as an elementary... Read More →
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Amy Rolain

Teacher Librarian, Barrington 220
For the past fourteen years, I have been employed by Barrington 220 as a K-12 licensed school library information specialist. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, I began my career in 1996 as an elementary classroom teacher and curriculum designer at Lincoln... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Redefining a Culture of Reading
The library is the heart of a school community and sets the tone for the entire building! I will showcase successful steps I’ve taken to reignite a culture of reading in my own school, such as connecting students with authors, hosting events to bring people into the library, and promoting district-wide reading initiatives. Technology helps maximize our time and ability to reach students, so I will share internet tools I use to organize popular book challenges, and talk about how I utilize social media and videos to get kids excited about reading.
Presenters
avatar for Clare Lund

Clare Lund

K-8 District Librarian, Gower 62

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Connection
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Sketch Walk: Observations Drawings 
Join Apple for an inspiring walk on sketching the people, objects, and places around you on iPad Pro using Apple Pencil. We’ll practice basic techniques, and share tips on how to observe and draw what you see.
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Students will make 3D Video Games
3D Video Game Design is Fun! You will make your first video game (in 3D) similar to the Classic Arcade hit "Frogger". You will creative problem solving skills, use logic, and programming. YOUR game. YOUR world. YOUR rules. 3D Video Game Design meet and exceed skill mastery outlined in NETS, FITs, Common Core, and even the new Emerging Science Standards. Anyone can create a 3D Game!
Presenters
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JOSHUA ELISCU

Joshua Eliscu was named TOP 40 Innovators of Technology in 2013 by Center for Digital Education. As Director of Instructional Technology, Joshua Eliscu has revolutionized Lindop School District upgraded the district networks’ wireless access points, Internet data transfer speed... Read More →

ACO Frogger Student v1.0 pdf
ACO Frogger Master v1.0 pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Imagination
  Breakout

8:00am CST

ThreeD with the ThreeRD, if third graders can do it so can you!
How to get third graders excited about millimeters and inches? How to motivate them to solve a problem with many solutions? Make a plan, learn new computer skills and apply them to a real life result? Use a 3D printer! We gave them lessons on Tinkercad and developed the steps and measurements they needed for their own personal bubble blower design and each and every student succeeded.
Presenters
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Kayli Elliott

Third Grade Teacher
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Dayna Perkins

Technology Aide, Mahomet Seymour School District
I am a tech teacher, I teach third through fifth grade. I enjoy coding, 3D printing, Green screen, Virtual Reality, G suite, and fun.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Transforming Reading and Writing Workshop in the Primary Classroom for 21st Century Learners

Participants will learn ways to balance and integrate technology, purposeful play and personalized learning effectively during reading and writing workshop to enhance the 4 C’s. During this session teachers will share the positive transformation of their classrooms after going 1:1 and using Google Classroom and Seesaw for schools. Your school does not have to be 1:1 to benefit from this session.
Presenters
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Tracy Strebel

Instructional Coach and MTSS Coordinator

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

8:00am CST

Designing Learning Spaces for the STEM Mindset
Growing the STEM mindset requires modern learning spaces. As we look to craft STEM curriculum and instruction to prepare our students for college and careers, it is essential that they have an opportunity to learn in spaces that support this mindset. The tradition of desks and rows with a teacher directed classroom is inhibiting our progress to address the needs of all students. This presentation allows teachers and leaders to see best practices based on previous district success and brain research. Designing excellent learning spaces for STEM isn’t about decorating, but they are about having conversations about purpose and intentionality. Participants will leave with a variety of hacks and ideas that they can use to transform their classrooms and set in motion new STEM mindset for all students.
Presenters
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Robert Dillon

School Designer, Innovative School Designs
Dr. Robert Dillon has served as a thought leader in education over the last twenty years as a teacher, principal, and director of innovation. Dr. Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Dr. Dillon serves on... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

8:00am CST

Gadgets
Whether you have been to Leslie's gadget class before or you are brand new, this class is for you if you are a gadget head that likes to bring new ideas into the classroom. The past year has seen some great innovations, especially in the field of technology so get ready to have some fun and learn about all the bright shiny new websites, apps and gadgets that are currently rocking our world.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

8:00am CST

The IT Nobody Knows About...Innovation Teams
What happens when you have pockets of innovative teachers, but they long for guidance? Learn about our implementation of Innovation Teams - teams of teachers moving toward personalizing learning and innovations in their classrooms. From recruiting our rockstar teachers to our plans in the future, I will describe the successes and challenges of the Innovation Team inception, and how we plan on turning these pockets of innovation and personalization learning into school-wide change.
Presenters
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Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Innovation Teams Resource Page (3) pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

8:00am CST

Unleash Creativity with iPads
iPads are more than just apps, they’re a tool to create and think with. Discover ways the iPad can transform student learning from consumption to creation. Explore practical ways educators can move their students through the SAMR model (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, Redefinition).
Presenters
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Patricia Brown

Keynote Speaker, Ladue School District
Patricia J. Brown, known as “MsEdtechie”, is a Technology Specialist for Ladue School District. She has been an educator since 2001. She breaks down traditional classroom walls by creating a culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, communication, and authentic learning... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:15am CST

Building a Student Social Media Team at Your School
Creating a social media team at your school might be a new concept, but kids have been creating content for their schools in the yearbook, journalism class, or for the school newspaper. Followers find social media posts created by students to be much more interesting and engaging.

Active engagement on school social media accounts is a great benefit for schools. It keeps the community involved and up to date on activities. It allows the school to share pictures and comment on what is going on at school and school events. It builds interest for potential students and parents. Schools are starting to use student social media teams to create the content and posts that can safely go on the school's social media.
Presenters
avatar for Taylor Siebert

Taylor Siebert

Co-Founder, Class Intercom
Co-Founder

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Classroom Monitor to Learning Enabler - Using Hapara Highlights to Strengthen Teaching and Learning
Keep your eyes on the "road" and not on your screen! Did you know that Hapara Highlights enables you to be a more effective educator by taking away many of the tedious tasks that you normally would focus on? In this session, you'll not only learn more about the new features released with the latest Highlights update, but you'll also engage in collaborative conversation on how we can more effectively use highlights to enhance student learning through transformative teaching with technology.
Presenters
avatar for Mike Deleon

Mike Deleon

Instructional Technology Specialist, Valley View School District 365U
Mike de Leon is an Instructional Technology Specialist at Valley View School District 365U in Bolingbrook and Romeoville, IL. He is primarily tasked with providing professional learning opportunities for 6-12+ educators to create the best possible learning environments for their students... Read More →

Partners
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Hāpara

Exhibiting in Trails, Platinum Sponsor
Hāpara enables educators to create visible, differentiated, and focused learning experiences with G Suite for Education. Our instructional management suite helps teachers see student efforts across G Suite applications, support collaborative assignments, encourage real-time engagement... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout, Vendor session

9:15am CST

Connect With Other Classrooms...Across the Hall or Across the Globe!
Communication and collaboration are necessary skills both in the classroom and in the real world. An elementary teacher and instructional tech coach have teamed up to share their experiences connecting with other classrooms. We’ll talk about all aspects of our journey, from how to find a suitable partner teacher to what technology works best to the pedagogical benefits of making connections with peers who are outside the walls of your classroom.
Presenters
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avatar for Alison Mahoney

Alison Mahoney

Tech Integration Specialist, D23 Prospect Heights
Alison Mahoney has been an instructional tech coach for seven years. She is currently in District 23, Prospect Heights. Alison works with teachers and students in grades 3-5 which includes both 1:1 and shared iPads. Working with teachers to plan lessons and then helping in the classroom... Read More →

Connect With Other Classrooms... pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Engaging Educators in Anytime, Anywhere Relationship-Centered Professional Learning
Engaging educators in online, asynchronous conversations has the potential to increase access to professional learning and help educators see themselves as resources for their peers. But how do you bring educators into the online space and ensure conversations are reciprocal and meaningful? Protocols! Come learn and practice core protocols for facilitating online conversations that build relationships between educators and encourage peer feedback. We will explore how online spaces can be welcoming places for sharing, supporting, and challenging each other as part of a reflective, collaborative instructional practice. All the protocols we will experience can be adapted for classroom use with students and will work with a range of digital tools.
Presenters
avatar for Mindy Gold

Mindy Gold

Consultant & Coach, EdtechMMG
Mindy Gold is the Founder and Lead Consultant of EdtechMMG, an education consulting firm. Her work and research focus on relationship-centered professional learning and educational technology. She is the Graduate Program Leader of the Mandel Teacher Educator Institute (MTEI) and a... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Enhance Instruction for ELs with Tech

Do you need a “virtual” backpack of tech tools that will help support your EL’s language growth? Back by popular demand, come and collaborate with ESL/Bilingual teachers that think outside the box at this standing room only ICE 2017 presentation! During this session, teachers will acquire a "virtual" backpack of tech resources to use with ELs that provide practice and production of language. Discover technology that will help students both acquire and demonstrate their new language, AND learn to evaluate tech tools for learning and academic language.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Harder

Amy Harder

EL / Bilingual Specialist, Arlington Heights School District #25
EL / Bilingual Specialist for 16 years. Experience with K - 8 + adult education. Interested in technology, parent engagement, collaboration, ELs and disabilities. Avid reader.
avatar for Jasmine Myalil

Jasmine Myalil

EL/Bilingual Specialist, Arlington Heights School District #25
A Chicago-land native, Jasmine Myalil earned a B.S. from University of Miami (FL) in Elementary Education and Spanish, with an ESL endorsement. Upon returning to Illinois, she started her career as an ELL Specialist. In addition to her teaching role, she focuses on parent engagement... Read More →
avatar for Amy Welzenbach

Amy Welzenbach

EL Resource Teacher, Arlington Heights School District #25

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Everyone Needs a Coach: Fostering instructional innovation through the Dynamic Learning Project
As schools acquire technology, a Digital Use Divide is emerging demonstrating gaps in how effectively it is used. Many don’t have access to powerful instructional technology coaching. The Dynamic Learning Project addresses this by creating a replicable coaching program. This session will share strategies, lessons, and resources for powerful coaching.

The challenge addressed is fostering school change througheffective coaching, specifically addressing the digital use divide. Research has shown that despite having access to devices, low-income schools often demonstrate less powerful use of these tools. This has been correlated to a lack of in-school support, or coaching, for teachers to understand how to leverage technology to positively and powerfully impact student learning. This session will explore this challenge and introduce the methods utilized in the pilot year of the Dynamic Learning Project (DLP). This is a collaborative effort funded by Google and led by EdTechTeam with research by Digital Promise. The program brought full-year, school-based coaches into 100 U.S. public schools during the 2016-2018 school years. DLP provided ongoing training and support for the coaches through a mentorship program. They received structures, strategies and training on how to effectively support their teachers.

By the end of this panel, participants will learn about:
Why is coaching so critical to school change and innovation?
How can you launch a coaching program in your school / district?
How can you fund coaches when there isn’t an existing budget?
What are some important features of a successful coaching program?
What trends / patterns did you see when it came to effective coaching methods?
What are some challenges / pitfalls of innovative coaching?
What makes an effective coach? What advice do you have for teachers transitioning from the classroom to the coaching role?
How can principals and district leaders support an effective coaching program?
Presenters
avatar for Jennie Magiera

Jennie Magiera

Chief Program Officer, EdTechTeam
Jennie Magiera is the Chief Program Officer for EdTechTeam, working on diversity and equity in education initiatives and the author of Courageous Edventures. She is also the co-founder and president of the non-profit The Student Voice Foundation, whose mission is to encourage and... Read More →
avatar for Dee Lanier

Dee Lanier

Transformation Agent, LINC
Technology Coach and ConsultantDee Lanier is an Educational Technologist and Equity Enthusiast.  Dee is a passionate and energetic educator and learner with over a decade of instructional experience on the K-12 and collegiate level. Dee holds Undergraduate and Master’s degrees... Read More →
avatar for Jason Markey

Jason Markey

Jason Markey was named principal at East Leyden High School starting in the 2012-13 school year after previously serving the district both as an assistant principal and as a social studies teacher.  Jason helped lead a district initiative to move the Leyden School District to 1:1... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Expanding beyond the classroom with ebooks
Learn how leading schools are taking a holistic approach with digital content to support student achievement anytime, anywhere. We'll also cover how the new Sora reading app can serve as an invaluable portal to your public library's digital collection for greater reading and learning opportunities.
Presenters
avatar for OverDrive Education

OverDrive Education

OverDrive
OverDrive Education delivers a central digital content solution for K-12 that includes digital curriculum, novels, professional development and more. Meet all your content needs with digital versions of books you have in print to achieve curriculum and instruction goals. Students... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Innovator's Fair - Immersing Students in Design Thinking
The Innovator's Fair is an immersive, two week long, design thinking project for our 4th graders. Come learn what the LAUCH Design Thinking process is, how we created an immersive experience for our students to culminate their elementary school years, and what steps you can take to bring it to your own school. We will share our stories, student projects, and resources to help you get started planning your own version of the Innovator's Fair for this school year!
Presenters
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Bonny Skutch

Differentiation Support Teacher, Central School
avatar for Lauren Wysocke

Lauren Wysocke

Technology Teacher, Wilmette Public School District 39
Lauren Wysocke (@iTeacherLauren) is a K-4 Tech Teacher at Central Elementary School in Wilmette, IL. She is a district leader in promoting the concept of a Learning Commons, which combines the Technology, Library, and Makerspace programs into an innovative and unified learning environment... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

9:15am CST

PD Squared - Pear Deck for Professional Development - Google Edu on Tour
There’s no denying that capturing and maintaining the attention of a roomful of energized teachers can be a daunting task. Especially when most of them are itching to work in their classrooms rather than sit in a mandatory PD session. And really, who can blame them? But with Pear Deck you can engage your staff the same way they can engage their classes, all while delivering vital information and engaging them in meaningful conversation. Join us for a hands on session to find out how!
Presenters
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Systemic Change and Stronger Communication
Join us to explore our journey as a district into our systemic shift to Personalized Professional Learning for our teachers. Learn how stress was drastically reduced, while strategic initiatives and outcomes were markedly increased. With the help of an organized system and clear communication, we will give you strategies and ideas to implement in your own school/district.
Presenters
avatar for Renee Fitzsimmons

Renee Fitzsimmons

Principal, Lake Forest Schools
A passionate educator and leader working on behalf of a team of talented innovators helping to prepare a future ready global society of learners.
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avatar for Amy Lamberti

Amy Lamberti

Inquiry and Innovation Teaching & Learning Facilitator, Lake Forest School District 67
Amy Lamberti is an Inquiry and Innovation Teaching & Learning Facilitator for grades K-8 in Lake Forest School District 67. She loves being an educator who collaborates with others. Amy is a relationship builder and strategic thinker that strives to influence others. She is known... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

9:15am CST

The Apple Accessible School Playground Hosted by Apple Distinguished Educators
Visit the Apple Accessible School Playground to experience hands-on activities with Apple Distinguished Educators to create content and design engaging learning experiences. Come explore how Apple technology can enable and empower students of all ages—with every type of learning style and ability—to explore and open new doors to create, collaborate, and communicate.
Presenters
avatar for Karrin Burns

Karrin Burns

3rd Grade Teacher, River Forest SD 90
Karrin Burns is an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) and novice iOS app developer. She is a Grade 3 teacher at Lincoln School in River Forest, Illinois. Karrin enjoys using inquiry-based learning and design-thinking in her classroom to maximize student learning as well as encourage... Read More →
avatar for Cindy Crannell

Cindy Crannell

STEM teacher, River Forest Public School District
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, she started her career as an elementary classroom teacher. After taking a few years off to start a family, she moved outside of the U.S.and has lived in Amsterdam, Netherlands, West Midlands of U.K., Dubai, United Arab Emirates and London, U.K. When... Read More →
avatar for Nancy Gadzala

Nancy Gadzala

weCreate Lab Facilitator/ MRC Director, CCSD181
Nancy is the weCreate Lab Facilitator and MRC Director at Madison School in Hinsdale. A former 5th grade teacher who utilized a flexible classroom environment, engaged students in collaborative, creative learning with 1:1 iPads, and spearheaded a STEAM program for all grade levels... Read More →
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Jordan Pelton

iDirector
avatar for Luis Perez

Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

The World in Your Classroom: Authentic Experiences in Global Learning
Use technology to bring the world to your classroom, engaging students with authentic, meaningful projects that will light up learning. Young people are growing up in an increasingly globalized and interconnected world. Students need global awareness, international collaboration, and an understanding of different cultures and world issues to be successful in the world today.
Presenters
avatar for Tracy Crowley

Tracy Crowley

Information Literacy Specialist, Wheeling CCSD21
Tracy Crowley is an instructional leader with a passion for deep student engagement, student directed learning, and innovative instructional practices. She has experience with elementary, middle school, staff development, and administrative experiences. Currently, Tracy is the district-wide... Read More →
avatar for Jodi Greenspan

Jodi Greenspan

Information Literacy Coach, Holmes Middle School- Community Consolidated School District 21
I have worked in a culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse school and school district for over 20 years. in my present position as a Information Learning Coach. My love for technology lies in helping students to find their voice, share their voice, interests, and learning... Read More →
avatar for Erica Shidle

Erica Shidle

Info Lit Coach, CCSD 21
I have helped integrate technology into the middle school curriculum for over 20 years. My current focus is to encourage student work that impacts the world.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Using Tech to Assess with Standards Based Grading
Looking for new ways to assess students in a standards based way? Want to ensure you are gathering accurate evidence of student learning? In this session, participants will leave with a variety of digital assessment tools to use with Standards Based Grading. Quality assessment practices inform instruction and practice, give actionable feedback, and lead to student success. Hands on opportunities will be provided to explore options, create accounts, and dive in! There will be time to learn, time to share, and time to play!
Presenters
avatar for Garnet Hillman

Garnet Hillman

Garnet is an educational consultant and author who has extensively researched and implemented standards based learning, assessment, and grading. She spent three years as an instructional coach at Caruso Middle School in Deerfield, Illinois and fifteen years in the classroom as a World... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Virtual Field Trips and Distant Mentors
We use our computers for a lot of things, but not often for the thing they do best--communicate! Kids type, google, and play games, but they don’t get to see the incredible opportunities offered by our ability to communicate with people a world--or a state--away.

Attend this workshop and walk away with a list of resources for virtual field trips and mentorship opportunities. These include connections to scientists, authors, and journalists as well as other classrooms.

Work with fellow teachers to develop standards-based lessons that take advantage of connections to far-away people and places.
Presenters
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avatar for Janis Michael

Janis Michael

Teacher, Avoca West School
Janis is a fourth-grade teacher at Avoca West School in Glenview. She's a former programmer, former editor, former waitress, and a former specialist on concepts of mind and body in 18th-century Chinese traditional medicine because she really loves studying hopelessly obscure topi... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

9:15am CST

VR and AR: Experience It For Yourself
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, experience it for yourself, because experience is knowledge. Once you have, you’ll get the connection, see the vision, and join the cause. Time, effort, and resources saved makes this workshop worth the experience. After the experience, get ready to create your own realities that foster inquiry and critical thinking.
Participants will be able to: Lead their students on a virtual tour that will provide students an immersive experience as consumers of VR and AR, and creators or VR.
Presenters
avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

VR and AR: Experience It For Yourself ICE gslides
Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

What You Really Need to Know About Privacy in the Classroom
With the recent publicity around Facebook, privacy is a big discussion item in schools now but what is really important to educators? In this session, we are going to talk about safety, privacy, security, and compliance as it directly relates to the classroom. Join us as we provide valuable resources to help you understand and manage privacy issues in your school.



Presenters
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:15am CST

Everyone Should Create: Exploring Creativity Apps on the iPad
Creativity is the way you look at the world. As educators we have an incredible opportunity to teach our students how to leverage technology to see the world differently and engage with it. Their ability to communicate their ideas through video, photography, drawing, music, and more, gives their work a sense of personalization, empowerment, and opportunity. Come learn how Apple's iPad and a suite of creativity apps can help teachers give students the tools to let their creativity flourish and a chance to create work that can positively impact those around them.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Cohen

Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:15am CST

Generation NOW: Contemporary Teaching and Learning
Whether it be teaching, learning, or creating, we have a plethora of resources available, literally at our fingertips. During this interactive session, we will explore ways in which these resources can foster increasing degrees of engagement from a teaching, learning, and creating perspective.
Presenters
avatar for Ken Shelton

Ken Shelton

Global Keynote Specialist and Educational Technology Strategist
Ken currently holds an M.A. in Education with a specialization in Educational Technology as well as New Media Design and Production. He has worked as an Educator for over 14 years and most recently taught technology at the Middle School level. As a part of his active involvement within... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:15am CST

Makerspaces
They are popping up all over the country and for good reason. You can build your Makerspace with high tech and low tech as well. We’ll talk about some must haves in a Makerspace and how to get started with whatever resources you have at your school. Kids love making and creating, and the skills they learn can translate to so many other areas.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:15am CST

The Show Must Go On
The focus in education has zeroed in on student mental health issues and what mindfulness can do in the classroom, but the topic of teacher mental health still remains taboo. This session discusses the importance of doing body scans and watching for mental health issues, using mindfulness but knowing when mindfulness isn’t enough, and other factors in the classroom that can affect mental health like burnout and secondary traumatic stress. Finally, how we can destigmatize mental health issues and create a culture of understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Show Must Go On Resource Page pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

9:15am CST

Feedback: "The Fast & The Furious"
Giving and getting specific detailed feedback is made easier with digital tools ! This interactive session will introduce participants to a variety of digital feedback tools to help create an effective workflow in the classroom. Featured free apps utilized in this hands-on session include Google Forms, Google Classroom’s Comment Bank, Kaizena and Flipgrid (a video feedback tools). Bring your device and learn to save time and prevent writer’s cramp using digital feedback tools.
Presenters
avatar for Tina Sabatello

Tina Sabatello

Chemistry Teacher, Maine East HS
"Tina Sabatello has been teaching chemistry at Maine East High School in Park Ridge, IL since 1992. She also has taught at the community college level, served as an SAT II Chemistry Test Developer and published a study guide for AP Chemistry. Her online publication for AACT showcases... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

9:15am CST

PSA's You Can Use!
Public service announcements (PSAs)created by students are a great way to get the students to think creatively and solve problems. Explore topics that can be used across all grades and involve various subjects and writing styles. Learn about the tools and places to connect the PSAs with an audience.
Presenters
avatar for Danielle Abernethy
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

9:15am CST

Coaching Teachers: Leveraging Technology for Fostering Higher Order Thinking Skills
See how our tech integration coaching team blends SAMR and Bloom’s Taxonomy to help teachers more effectively leverage technology. Experience our HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) based philosophy in action while getting an inside view of our teacher PD space (The HOTSpot), program development, and teacher tech learning program. Attendees will experience the creation of our tech integration coaching team and how we emphasize the importance of understanding the “why” while blending SAMR & Bloom’s Taxonomy to help our teachers more effectively leverage technology. Teachers, coaches, and administrators will gain an inside look at how we use our PD space (The HOTSpot) to create a culture of peer to peer learning. In this interactive session, educators will have the opportunity to learn and experience our coaching philosophy while customizing it to fit their school’s needs. Attendees will work together to develop action based plans ready to bring back for immediate implementation.
Presenters
avatar for Amanda Carroll

Amanda Carroll

Teacher and Instructional Coach, Vernon Hills
Amanda is a Social Studies Teacher and Technology Coach at Vernon Hills High School. She attended Marquette University majoring in International Affairs and after realizing her true calling attended DePaul University to obtain her teaching certification and Masters in Education. Amanda... Read More →
avatar for Sean Crevier

Sean Crevier

Business Ed Teacher / Instructional Tech Consultant
Sean began teaching business classes in 1999, after leaving the technology consulting world. He currently teaches Accounting, Personal Finance, & Intro to Business. In addition to his role in the classroom, Sean serves on the ACTE National Bylaws Committee and also works as an educational... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 11:30am CST
Knowledge
  Workshop (Paid)

9:15am CST

Create Your Own Virtual and Augmented Realities
Through the power of Virtual and Augmented Realities (VR and AR), learn how to transport your students to different times and places, providing engaging experiences that transform learning. We’ll show you the tools and apps to move beyond just consuming VR and AR content to actually creating it with your students, unleashing their understanding and creativity. This hands-on session will allow you to experience VR and AR for yourself and help you understand how to make it a reality in your classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Maria Galanis

Maria Galanis

Innovation Curriculum Specialist, Deerfield Public Schools
Hi! I'm Maria, an educator living in Chicago. My journey in EdTech began in 2001 as a middle school Tech Coordinator, which evolved into Tech Coach, and then iCoach. Currently, I'm the K-8 Innovation Curriculum Specialist in my school district helping introduce, integrate, and support... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Trudeau

Andrea Trudeau

Library Information Specialist, Deerfield District 109
Andrea Trudeau, M.S.Ed., NBCT, is a self-proclaimed no-”shh" librarian who won the 2020 AASL France Henne Award. She currently is a Ph.D. student at Northern Illinois University in Instructional Technology with a focus in virtual reality and how it has the potential to both embody... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 11:30am CST
Imagination
  Workshop (Paid)

9:15am CST

Forms & Sheets Smorgasbord: Do more with automated add-ons

We all know Forms and Sheets go together like peanut butter and jelly, but how do you turn them into a full course meal? In this workshop, we’ll show you how to take your Forms and Sheets to the next level using add-ons such as Form Ranger, Form Publisher, AutoCrat, FormMule, and YetAnotherMailMerge. You’ll then have the time and support to tackle your own automated projects, cooking up plans that are nothing short of five-star gourmet.
Presenters
avatar for Mina Marien

Mina Marien

Evanston Township High School, Evanston Township High School
Mina Marien is an instructional Technology Specialist at Evanston Township High School in Evanston, IL. She previously taught Latin and supported teachers in the World Languages department as an instructional coach. She loves working with students in classes throughout the school... Read More →
avatar for Danielle Petros

Danielle Petros

Evanston Township High School
Danielle Petros is currently the Support Specialist Trainer at Evanston Township High School, in Evanston, IL. While this position focuses on supporting the non-instructional staff at ETHS, Danielle supports various classroom projects including Google Expeditions. Previously, she... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 11:30am CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

9:15am CST

G Suite in the Writer's Workshop
Gone are the days of carrying bags and bags of writing home to grade. The process is slow, the feedback is ineffective at the end, and it's not reflective of the actual types of writing our students will be doing in their future careers. Leveraging G Suite in our classrooms allows students to become content creators instead of regurgitating facts, and gives you the ability to provide faster, higher-quality feedback during the writing process in ways that were not possible before. We will explore dozens of tools to change up your writer's workshop, from brainstorming through publishing.
Presenters
avatar for Sean Eichenser

Sean Eichenser

Teacher, CPS Teacher
Hi there! I teach 7th & 8th grade ELA. I'm a Google Certified Educator Level 1 & 2, as well as a Google Certified Trainer. I've conducted training for CPS staff, Illinois State University, WITS (Rochelle Lee Teaching Award), and teachers all across the Chicago area. I was also formerly... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 11:30am CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

9:15am CST

Spark Your Curriculum
gnite learning in your classroom using Adobe Spark. Learn how to create beautiful digital designs and images, stunning websites, and seamlessly tell digital stories. Explore this free tool and create a digital document, a website, and a short movie. Leave the workshop ready to share your creations and teach your students to make their own.

Resources will be provided on Adobe Spark lessons/classroom idea, copyright, creative commons and public domain images, sounds, music, and more.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Rosen

Melissa Rosen

Technology Teacher, Highland Middle School
Melissa Rosen has been teaching for 14 years. She is currently teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Technology at Highland Middle School in Libertyville, IL. Her current classes include a basic technology skills class, S.T.E.A.M., Movie Making, and Animation. She has presented at multiple... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 11:30am CST
Innovation
  Workshop (Paid)

10:30am CST

Building a healthy & compassionate student: Teaching compassion, character, and health/wellness
Are your students equipped with the life skills they need to thrive inside and outside of the classroom? Our session will cover SEL, health/wellness, and the growing importance of the whole child approach.

This session provides access to SEL-focused resources, such as The Compassion Project (2nd-4th grades), Character Playbook-Building Healthy Relationships (7th-9th grades), Honor Code (8th-10th grades), and Say Something Digital (9th-12th grades). We will also discuss health/wellness resources, such as Healthier Me (1st-4th and 6th-8th grades), Mental Wellness Basics (8th-10th grades), and Prescription Drug Safety and AlcoholEdu (9th-12th grades).

These FREE interactive digital resources are student-driven and have assessments embedded into them, enabling students to go at their own pace as the teacher can be the facilitator in the classroom and see measurable outcomes from student work. Join us or visit EVERFI.com/k-12 to learn more.
Presenters
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avatar for Meaghan Joyce

Meaghan Joyce

Senior Schools Manager, EVERFI
Meaghan Joyce is a Senior Schools Manager with EVERFI, an education technology company that provides schools with no-cost digital resources. For over three years, she has supported schools around Illinois in their use of EVERFI's programs. Meaghan has always enjoyed partnering with... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Candyland 2.0
In this highly interactive experience, come prepared to play and connect with other innovators through a childhood favorite - Candyland, only this version is life-sized and you are the game piece. To achieve sweet victory, you will need to rely on your no-bake networking skills and gourmet gift of gab.

After interacting with numerous versions of this game, we will discuss the how and why you can use this in your classroom - Now this is gamification!
Presenters
avatar for Christine Borst

Christine Borst

Physics Teacher / Technology and Innovation Facilitator, Sandburg High School
Christine Borst has been teaching at Carl Sandburg High School for 21 years. She is currently teaching Academic Physics and is a Technology Innovation Facilitator. Christine has her master’s degree in Education from Nova Southeastern University. Christine is a Google Certified Level... Read More →
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Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →
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Lindsay Zilly

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland SD 135
I am a K-8 Instructional Technology Coach in Orland IL. I have been in education for 12 years and continue to learn something new every day. I am a teacher, coach, student, mom, Apple Learning Specialist and sketchnoter. In order for our students to think differently, we must think... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Discover Schoolwork and Classroom: Powerful Tools for Teaching 
Learn how to manage iPads during class, easily distribute and collect materials, assign activities within apps, follow student progress, and collaborate with each of your students, all in real time. These new teaching tools help you and your students take advantage of the creative power of apps on iPad.
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

From K to (gen) Z: Tech Coaching in a K-12 District
Technology can be different in any grade level. Throw in over 800 teachers as well as classrooms full of kiddos with a variety of skill level and abilities and you get…..INNOVATION and LEARNING! Join us as we cover how coaching across a K-12 can be both challenging and rewarding. We will share the tips and tricks that we've learned over four years, and how instructional technology has transformed our teaching and learning across the district.
Presenters
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Melissa Cikesh

TEACHER, West Aurora School District 129
I'm a technology integration coach at West Aurora SD 129, a K-12 school district in the western Chicago suburbs. Come talk to me about anything #edtech!
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Stephanie Leo

TEACHER, West Aurora School District 129
Instructional Technology Coach, West Aurora School District 129. 

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Make Learning Accessible with Google tools for every student, educator, and classroom.
At Google, we believe in building tools that reach all learners and we're working to make them more accessible for everyone. We are creating tools that encourage a more inclusive classroom environment, where every student can do their best work, with support for their individual learning styles and needs. We believe accessibility tools may benefit every single student, teacher, and faculty member in a school. Our time together will be spent exploring and highlighting the tools that support differentiated learning in your learning communities.
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Mike Patterson

North America G Suite for Education Strategist, Google
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Maker Space & Classroom Technology
I will walk you through my personal journey with technology in the classroom that started with Maker Space implementation and led me to finding new ways to use technology in my classroom. We will cover types of maker spaces, where to begin when implementing a maker space, and the goals of maker space. We will also quickly cover types of technology available for the classroom, how to integrate them into subject areas, and how to get them into your room!
Presenters
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Darcy O'Connor

5th Grade ELA, Williamsville Junior High School

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Practice and Master Learning: Experience Quizlet - Google Edu on Tour
Come and explore in this hands on session new ways to make assessment streamlined, interactive and fun! Learn how to effectively Quizlet to conduct various types of assessment, gather student data, provide students with immediate feedback and facilitate further student learning.
Presenters
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Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Ready Player One: Gamify Your Classroom
Gamify your classroom and watch the engagement and interaction between your students and the skills being learned intensify, including enhancing students' meaningful interaction with technology such as Google Sites, Flipgrid, and even Twitter. Experience how easy it is to add game elements into your classroom and to make small changes that make a big difference.
Presenters
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Stefanie Crawford

Instructional Coach, Dunlap CUSD 323
Stefanie Crawford taught middle school ELA for 12 years and is now an instructional coach. Stefanie is passionate about learning, creating, and inspiring other educators. She has a real passion for classroom and PD gamification, sketchnotes, trying new things, and all things Harry... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Tech Tools to Turbocharge your school's career and college counseling program
Trends in national jobs data, workforce income trend data, college completion and related student loan debt data as well as degreed student underemployment data have to be informing our career and college counseling programs right now. The good news is that there are more sophisticated tools available today to help students, staff and parents understand both where the jobs are, what those jobs are likely to pay, and which training paths make the most sense from a "return on investment" perspective, which is the context from which schools have to begin shaping their career and college advisement programs if we want to improve outcomes after high school.
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Ken Wallace

Superintendent, Maine Township High School District 207
Dr. Ken Wallace is Superintendent of Maine Township HSD 207. Under Ken’s leadership District 207 became Google’s first K-12 partner, created annual instructional coaching plans for every teacher, was named one of America’s most innovative Districts by Tech Insider and won an... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Visual Literacy in Every Classroom
Our media-driven, image-saturated culture has changed how our students interpret and understand the world around them. Learn how to integrate visual literacy in your classroom by exploring instructional strategies and resources to help our students master these skills. We will focus on how to guide students in better analyzing primary and secondary sources, interpreting and evaluating imagery and learning to create engaging, informative and accurate visual graphics. In this course, participants will explore note-taking strategies including sketchnoting, how to construct research-based infographics and more. These strategies can enhance students understanding and engagement across all content areas.
Presenters
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Benjamin Hartman

PLTW Teacher, Elmhurst CUSD 205
Ben Hartman teaches at Bryan Middle School & York High School, Elmhurst CUSD 205. Returning to the classroom after 5 years as an instructional coach, Ben strives to build collaborative, project based learning for his students, where it is safe to fail. A PLTW certified teacher, he... Read More →
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Jennifer Leban

Library/Media/Technology, Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 (Elmhurst, IL)
Jen Leban, NBCT, is a 2020 IL State Teacher of the Year Finalist and Teach Plus IL Policy Fellow. She teaches library/STEM classes at Jefferson Elementary in Elmhurst, IL. Jen is an LAX18 Google Certified Innovator and an IL state PAEMST finalist.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:30am CST

Writing in the Digital World
It’s time to transform your students’ digital writing process beyond the basic Substitution level of SAMR to Redefine both their purpose and their product. We will discuss a number of next-generation ideas such as blogging, collaborative work, digital storytelling, peer editing, voice-to-text, and more! This session is geared to writing across the curriculum.
Presenters
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Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

10:30am CST

e-NABLING the Future: Empowering Students, Changing the World
e-NABLING the Future provides students with rich and engaging learning experiences which integrates design engineering, social emotional learning (SEL), and all aspects of STEAM. Students utilize 3D printing tools to manufacture prosthetics for children with upper limb differences. e-NABLING the Future is an authentic opportunity for students to practice dispositions of empathy, resilience, problem solving, collaboration, and critical thinking. Students will share their reflections of their participation in this passion project which resulted in the presentation of a hand to a second grader within their district. Learn how to access resources and technology to successfully implement e-NABLING the Future in your school district.
Presenters
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Dr. Jennifer Calito

CEO, Education Under Construction Consulting
Jennifer N Calito, EDD has received her doctoral degree from the University of Phoenix in Educational Leadership Curriculum & Instruction, and additional undergraduate and graduate coursework from DePaul University, American Intercontinental University, and University of Phoenix... Read More →
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Helene Davitz

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Glenview School District #34 -Attea Middle School
Helene Davitz, an Instructional Technology Facilitator for Glenview School District #34, has worked with students and teachers for 26 years specializing in the use of technology as a tool to enhance student learning in the elementary curriculum (K-8). Helene has presented at both... Read More →

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Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout (Student Led)

10:30am CST

Leading Organizational Change Through The Transformation of Learning Spaces
Intentional design of learning space is an opportunity for significant organization change. From the moment that someone walks onto your campus, the space tells a story. This includes the use of digital tools to showcase and demonstrate modern learning. Join this session to learn ways to craft every space into a modern, inviting, missional place for kids and the community. Big change starts with small decisions on how to use the physical, digital, and virtual spaces for learning.
Presenters
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Robert Dillon

School Designer, Innovative School Designs
Dr. Robert Dillon has served as a thought leader in education over the last twenty years as a teacher, principal, and director of innovation. Dr. Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Dr. Dillon serves on... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:30am CST

Meet the Author - Book Signing and Selfies with Adam Welcome
Join Adam in the Adventure Threshold! He'll be signing books, taking selfies and just hanging out. The perfect Q & A opportunity!
Presenters
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Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:30am CST

More Than a Voice: Text to Speech as a Support for Learning
Text to speech is a powerful learning support for a variety of learners who struggle with print This session will cover a wide range of text to speech supports across all platforms: iOS, Android, the Mac, Windows, Chromebooks and even smart speakers such as the Amazon Echo and Google Home. The goal is to give you a flexible yet robust toolkit to support all learners in accessing the curriculum using the powerful speech supports now built into many devices.
Presenters
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Luis Perez

Inclusive Learning Consultant, Eye on Access
Luis Pérez is a technical assistance specialist for the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials at CAST. In this role, he promotes the creation, delivery and use of high quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:30am CST

STEM is for All- Tackling Digital Equity
This session will discuss problems of practice as well as solutions like exposure to Computer Science and STEM that address digital needs affecting access and opportunity for students, especially students living in poverty, students of color, and girls.
Presenters
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Patricia Brown

Keynote Speaker, Ladue School District
Patricia J. Brown, known as “MsEdtechie”, is a Technology Specialist for Ladue School District. She has been an educator since 2001. She breaks down traditional classroom walls by creating a culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, communication, and authentic learning... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:30am CST

The Google You Might Not Know About
Part interesting / stories as well as resource discovery. In the session you will discover some of Google’s more obscure apps, sites and solutions. You will also hear some stories about Google’s early days, hear some fun Google stories as well as discover some unique things about the company
Presenters
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Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:30am CST

Panel: A Conversation On Modern Measures of Learning
A discusion about the ongoing paradigm shift in instructional, assessment, and grading practices. Learn from prominent local educators and walk away with lessons learned and strategies to support learning initiatives such as Standard-Based Learning, Personalized Learning, Differentiation, PBL, and Data-Driven Instruction 
Presenters
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Jon Bartelt

Superintendent, Bloomingdale School District 13
Dr. Bartelt is the Superintendent of Schools in Bloomingdale School District 13, serving over 1,300 K-8 students and their families in northeast DuPage County in Illinois. Bloomingdale School District 13 has maintained focus on a set of core values that have resulted in success throughout... Read More →
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Phil Collins

Chief Learning Officer, Otus
Dr. Phil Collins is the Chief Learning Officer for Otus. Otus is a Student Performance Platform that puts effective tools at the fingertips of teachers, students, administrators and families to make data actionable. Prior to coming to Otus, he was superintendent at Morton Grove School... Read More →
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Jeremy McBrayer

Director of 21st Century Learning, Channahon SD17
Jeremy is the Director of 21st Century Learning in Channahon School District 17. He has helped organize and transition the school district into a leader in developing 21st Century Skills in students of all age levels. Jeremy is also a Google Certified Innovator and Trainer and loves... Read More →
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Lisa Westman

Author, speaker, education consultant, Lisa Westman Consulting, LLC
Lisa Westman is an author, speaker, and consultant who works regularly with school systems across the country to effectively implement student-driven differentiation, standards-based learning, and instructional coaching programs. Her presentations are designed to "keep it real," focusing... Read More →
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Shawn McCusker

Director of Professional Learning, Digital Promise
Shawn McCusker has 25 years of experience as a middle and high school teacher in public, private and alternative schools. His is the author of the Solution Tree press book "Becoming Active Citizens: Practices to Engage Students in Civic Education Across the Curriculum." (2022) In... Read More →
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Eric Patnoudes

Sponsor, Otus

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Panel Session

10:30am CST

Cue, Bloxels, Osmo, Dash, Merge, Oh My!
Take a trip through the different forms of coding, gaming, VR/AR reality, and more with the Technology Apprentice Students. They will show you how they are utilizing the STEM related devices to teach other students how coding, gaming, and virtual reality can assist in learning. TAP members will also share lessons they created to assist teachers in integrating these STEM devices into their daily curriculum.

https://sites.google.com/a/saint-dennis.org/tap-program/cue-bloxels-osmo-dash-merge-oh-my
 
Presenters
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Ami Young

K-8 Technology Teacher, St. Dennis School
My name is Ami Young. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Integrating Technology in the Curriculum. I have twenty plus years of teaching experience. St. Dennis School has been my home for the last eight years. I currently teach kindergarten through... Read More →

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Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

10:30am CST

Culturally Responsive Teaching & Global Awareness in a Pre-K - 2nd Classroom
Description: I will discuss how I increase global awareness and culturally responsive teaching in my kindergarten classroom through the use of technology. I will discuss how culturally responsive teaching can impact learning and brain function. I use powerful pictures of kids from around the world to have powerful discussions during morning meeting. This allows me to implement culturally responsive teaching while allowing the students practice their language skills. I also teach my students about diverse world changers through a variety of books and videos. They completed a S.O.L.E. (Student Organized Learning Environment) project where students used technology such as Pebble Go and Epic! to choose which world changer they would like to further research. This project engaged students through choice and allowed them to be independent with technology in their learning. I will discuss how I incorporate global awareness through play and STEAM
Presenters
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Jennifer LaRocque

Kindergarten Teacher/Adjunct Professor, LaGrange School District #102
I am a kindergarten teacher at Barnsdale Road School in LaGrange Park, Illinois. I have a cluster of English language learners in my classroom. I am also an adjunct professor at National Louis University teaching teachers who are earning their English language learner and bilingual... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

10:30am CST

Turn Evidence into Outcomes: How to Drive Student Achievement Through Data-Led Decisions
It is no secret that the education landscape has seen a substantial influx of digital learning technologies over the past few years. The digitization of classrooms and the increased adoption of edtech products are not only supposed to modernize 21st century classrooms but also increase equity, while enhancing and personalizing learning for all students. Despite the immense amount of time, energy and money invested in edtech implementation however, there is a great deficiency in research and tools that examine the utilization and effectiveness of edtech products. Join a K-12 district leader as she illustrates how her district is using a rapid-cycle evaluation (RCE) tool to collect and analyze data and discusses how to use evidence to inform important decisions that improve student outcomes. This session is perfect for anyone who can benefit from making evidence-based decisions in educational settings, including educators, administrators and district leaders.

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Presenters
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Caity Stockstell

Curriculum Integration Specialist, School City of Mishawaka
I serve as the curriculum integration specialist for School City of Mishawaka. My role is district wide so I works closely with all K-12 teachers, principals, instructional assistants, families, and district administrative leadership team. I am also an Ed.D student in the Instructional... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

10:30am CST

Word Work Workout
Ditch the word work journals and use a digital interactive journal. Students use a variety of apps and tools for vocabulary exercises and record their progress in their digital journal.
Presenters
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Kara McFarlin

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School District 135
Kara loves the way that technology has transformed education in her 20+ years of teaching and training. Her vocational journey has included general education homeroom teacher, substitute teacher, technology club facilitator, technology teacher, staff development presenter, and instructional... Read More →
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Michelle Thorne

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School Dist 135
I am an Instructional Technology Coach for Orland School District 135. As a tech enthusiast, I am eager to share and learn with others. One of my greatest passions is providing professional learning to staff and students. Connect with me on Twitter @iTeacher5th Apple Distinguished... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Back to Basics: A Librarian’s Guide to Growth and Mastery
This breakout is a guide for Librarians, Teachers and Administrations to help define or redefine their Library space. Amy tells her story on how she rebuilt her District’s K-12 Library Program over the past four years.
Presenters
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Amy Stefanski

District Librarian, Dunlap Community School District
Amy is a veteran K-12 educator with certifications in Library Science, Math,Science, and Family and Consumer Science. She is the current District Librarian for Dunlap School District in Dunlap Il. Amy specializes in innovoting and rebuilding library and other educational programs... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Breaking In or Breaking Out?
Join us to see how we gamified our curriculum using #QRBreakIN. Our students loved break out challenges such as breakoutedu, but now, thanks to Matt Miller and the Ditch that Textbook blog, we are breaking students in! We will discuss the #QRBreakIN creation process, curriculum connections, and share resources so you can leave ready to create your own #BreakIN.
Presenters
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Heidi Kay

Libray Media Teacher, Schaumburg School District
Heidi is a Library Media Teacher in Schaumburg. She works with staff to impement the 1:1 chromebook initiative in grades 7-8.  She assists staff with online learning to engage students in collaborative activities.
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Digital Citizenship Remixed
With the internet and technology resources immediately at our fingertips, delivering the message of digital citizenship to our students is more important than ever! Join us as we remix digital citizenship by decoding creative activities, resources, and lessons you can immediately bring back to your school!
Presenters
avatar for Kara McFarlin

Kara McFarlin

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School District 135
Kara loves the way that technology has transformed education in her 20+ years of teaching and training. Her vocational journey has included general education homeroom teacher, substitute teacher, technology club facilitator, technology teacher, staff development presenter, and instructional... Read More →
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Michelle Thorne

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School Dist 135
I am an Instructional Technology Coach for Orland School District 135. As a tech enthusiast, I am eager to share and learn with others. One of my greatest passions is providing professional learning to staff and students. Connect with me on Twitter @iTeacher5th Apple Distinguished... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Engaging Primary Learners and English Language Learners with iPad 
Learn from inspirational stories of teachers who are having great success improving literacy, numeracy, creativity, and student engagement with iPad. Explore the built-in features on iPad and education apps to support reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Discover innovative teaching strategies for personalizing learning for students.
Presenters
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Get Dirty: Creating a Positive Culture through Involvement
Principals, Curriculum Directors, and others in a position of leadership will gain new ideas and resources on continuing to build rapport with your students, staff, and families while still creating an environment accepting of change and growth. In this session attendees will be encouraged to take a reflective approach to their current practices in a position of leadership and be exposed to a variety of tools that could assist along the way.
Presenters
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Lindsy Stumpenhorst

Principal, Sterling Public Schools
Lindsy Stumpenhorst is a Principal at Washington Elementary School in Sterling, Illinois. Lindsy has written and presented for organizations including NAESP, ICE, IPA, and ILASCD. As a Principal, she expects students and teachers to work hard, but never alone. Most days you will find... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Google Drawings for Beginners - Google Edu on Tour
Google Drawings is a lot easier than you think! This amazing and somewhat forgotten tool allows you to create amazing and visually appealing resources! This will be a hands on, interactive session that will walk you through the ins and outs of Drawings. Come with an idea and leave with a creative piece of amazingness that YOU create!
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Hapara Hacks for a Happy Classroom
A classroom full of Chromebooks can be overwhelming for teachers and students, but policing and browser lockdowns tend to backfire. In this quick session, you’ll learn simple ways to use Hapara tools to do less “gotcha” and more good. We’ll discuss ways to grow and support great digital citizens while taking the load off yourself--with simple, transparent, and positive classroom management strategies.
Presenters
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Evyan Wagner

Professional Learning Manager, Hapara
Evyan is the Professional Learning Manager at Hapara. She's worked with teachers and districts across the globe to develop informed, transformative classroom practice with technology. Using her experience as an Instructional Technology Coach, Literacy Specialist, and classroom teacher... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

12:30pm CST

Infuse Creativity into Language Arts and Social Studies
This hands-on session incorporates drawing, music, and video to bring student expression to traditionally text- and writing-heavy classes. See how Apple Distinguished Educators are using the Everyone Can Create learning materials and iPad to increase student engagement and achievement.
Moderators
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Carolyn Skibba

Since 1999, Carolyn Skibba has served as the technology specialist at Burley School, a public elementary school in Chicago's Lakeview community. She facilitates the school’s 1:1 iPad program, teaches and co-teaches, leads professional development, and continuously develops integration... Read More →

Presenters
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Mitchel Meighen

Teacher, Chicago Public Schools
Mitchel Meighen is an award-winning educator and presenter and has been recognized for his passion for student engagement and non-traditional teaching philosophies. He has a special interest in ed tech and empowering students to be active contributors to their educational goals and... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

PD That Packs a Punch
Revolutionize your district's PD through the development of a summer PD program that encourages teachers to help other teachers. Keep the momentum going throughout the school year with individualized components that still keep teachers' busy schedules in mind.
Presenters
avatar for Stefanie Crawford

Stefanie Crawford

Instructional Coach, Dunlap CUSD 323
Stefanie Crawford taught middle school ELA for 12 years and is now an instructional coach. Stefanie is passionate about learning, creating, and inspiring other educators. She has a real passion for classroom and PD gamification, sketchnotes, trying new things, and all things Harry... Read More →
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Jodi Gordon

Instructional Coach, Dunlap CUSD #323
Jodi Gordon taught high school ELA focusing on public communication for 7 years. Jodi is now an instructional coach who enjoys being able to see the \\'entire picture\\' of K-12 education. Jodi has a passion for instilling relational soft skills in students and loves being able... Read More →
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Stefanie Pitzer

Instructional Coach, Dunlap District 323
My name is Stefanie Pitzer and I'm a former 2nd grade teacher of 11 years. I'm in my third year of being an instructional coach for the Dunlap School District. I'm also a Seesaw and Flipgrid Ambassador. I love empowering educators to create meaningful learning experiences for their... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Pump Up the Volume: Amplify Student Voice in the Classroom

Empowering students to take ownership of their learning begins with encouraging student voice in the classroom. There are numerous benefits to being an “active” class member, but it can be difficult for students to understand these benefits unless they have authentically experienced the value and power that comes from having a voice in and out of the classroom. Luckily, educational trends are moving towards expanding student voice, and there are various ways that teachers can encourage student ownership, but in a reflective, meaningful, and less intimidating way. Attendees will learn how to promote student voice in the classroom utilizing various digital resources including FlipGrid, PearDeck, G Suite for Education, and many more. Lets challenge our students to step up to the plate and amplify their voices to hit one out of the park. If we can help amplify their voice, opportunities for student growth - both personally and academically - are endless.
Presenters
avatar for Steve Wick

Steve Wick

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Indian Prairie 204
I am a Science Teacher & Instructional Technology Coordinator in the Indian Prairie School District. I have taught Science & Social Studies at the middle school and high school level for more than 20 years. My focus as a learner is strongly connected to the 4Cs, Instructional Technology... Read More →
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Melissa Wilson

Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction, Neuqua Valley High School
My name is Melissa Wilson, and I am the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction at Neuqua Valley High School. I believe that students need to take ownership of their learning, and as teachers, we can inspire them to take risks and grow personally and academically. Incorporating... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

Smashboard Edu
Smashboard Edu  is problem-based learning & the design-thinking process smashed into a gamified experience! The goal is to creatively explain a solution to a relevant, real-world problem. Materials needed: Smashboard Edu cards, writing materials, device of choice with internet access.
 
Presenters
avatar for Dee Lanier

Dee Lanier

Transformation Agent, LINC
Technology Coach and ConsultantDee Lanier is an Educational Technologist and Equity Enthusiast.  Dee is a passionate and energetic educator and learner with over a decade of instructional experience on the K-12 and collegiate level. Dee holds Undergraduate and Master’s degrees... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

12:30pm CST

The Integration of Minecraft in Education
“Minecraft,” a widely popular video game loved by millions worldwide, is entering school districts throughout the U.S. as a highly-effective educational resource. From the Hour of Code to classroom projects, “Minecraft” encourages students to collaborate and engage in an exciting environment. However, “Minecraft” was not originally made to be used as an educational resource, resulting in many of its features to raise red flags to both parents and educators throughout the world. Some of these issues include unmonitored chat throughout gameplay, and excessive profanity and brutality in its multiplayer feature. High school students Mitchell Brown and Scotty Vrablik will introduce the several solutions to the problems that concern educators and parents using “Minecraft” at home and in education.
Presenters
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Scotty Vrablik

Co-Founder, Clean Minecraft Videos
Scott Vrablik is a Sophomore student at Carmel Catholic High School as well as the co-founder and co-owner of Clean Minecraft Videos, an emerging startup company offering teachers and parents a selection of over 700 pre-screened, guaranteed appropriate Minecraft videos. Scott has... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout (Student Led)

12:30pm CST

Design Thinking and Creativity
Join us in the Adventure Threshold for a Q&A session with Michael Cohen! This session will be focused around Design Thinking and Creativity.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Cohen

Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Going Places With Google Geo Tools
Take your students to places they have never been using Google's Geo Tools. We will explore Google Earth Engine, Google Streetview, MyMaps, Google Cardboard, etc.). So come and explore how Geo Tools can be used in your classroom. Ready. Set. Explore.
Presenters
avatar for Patricia Brown

Patricia Brown

Keynote Speaker, Ladue School District
Patricia J. Brown, known as “MsEdtechie”, is a Technology Specialist for Ladue School District. She has been an educator since 2001. She breaks down traditional classroom walls by creating a culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, communication, and authentic learning... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Kids Deserve It
Kids Deserve It is a simple yet profound message and we should all join the conversation. Ride the bus with your students, read books to them, ride tricycles with Kindergarten students - stop making excuses and make it happen for your community!
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

Supporting Change Through Reflection: Digital Blog Portfolios
We know how powerful reflecting and portfolios are for students to show their growth, but it’s just as powerful for educator and leadership development as well. We will go through the “why” behind this kind of learning, setup, and logistics of developing and maintaining a blog portfolio, how to get your message out to the world, and developing your voice. Leave this session ready to go on your learning journey through professional self-reflection!
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Supporting Change Through Reflection Professional Digital Blog Portfolios Resource Sheet (2) pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:30pm CST

IGNITE Sessions: See Description for Titles/Sessions
Culturally Responsive Teaching & Global Awareness in a Pre-K - 2nd Classroom
I will discuss how I increase global awareness and culturally responsive teaching in my kindergarten classroom through the use of technology and play. Culturally responsive teaching can impact learning and brain function. I use powerful pictures of kids from around the world to have powerful discussions during morning meeting. This allows me to implement culturally responsive teaching while allowing the students practice their language skills. I also teach my students about diverse world changers through a variety of books and videos. They completed a S.O.L.E. (Student Organized Learning Environment) project where students used technology such as Pebble Go and Epic! to choose which world changer they would like to further research. This project engaged students through choice and allowed them to be independent with technology in their learning. I will discuss how I incorporate global awareness through play and STEAM

A Good Place To Start: The Beginning with How to Use Tech
In this world of a variety of tools, apps, and programs, it can be difficult to know where to begin for how to approach an audience when sharing a tool. The best place to start can actually be the very beginning with how the tool works. Sample tutorials for a variety of G Suite apps will be demonstrated in this session with step by step procedures. The process by which one can create a tutorial for one’s own school district will be shared as a conclusion to this session.

Igniting Passion and Resilience in your Students Through STEAM
How can you motivate students and then guide them in the right direction while inventing to solve a problem and build confidence and resilience in your student?  Students need to be led to a project they are passionate about and will push the boundaries of their knowledge.  Motivate, instill good collaboration skills and problem-solving through the ideas that will be introduced.  Get students inventing while covering curriculum and learning new skills and emphasizing the importance of failure and grit!

The not so secret life of students: digital privacy issues for today’s youth
Are we teaching students about Big Data on a broad enough scope?  Do our students know how their data can be collected and shared with others?  A quick overview of the topic and some questions to ask ourselves as educators.

Will Technology Make Teachers Obsolete?
In an age where students can access any content from anywhere at any time, how can we justify teaching it? What is the role of a educator in the digital age? Consider the ed tech that has changed how students learn. Reflect on why teachers are still necessary and how teaching can change to prepare students in the 21st century.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer LaRocque

Jennifer LaRocque

Kindergarten Teacher/Adjunct Professor, LaGrange School District #102
I am a kindergarten teacher at Barnsdale Road School in LaGrange Park, Illinois. I have a cluster of English language learners in my classroom. I am also an adjunct professor at National Louis University teaching teachers who are earning their English language learner and bilingual... Read More →
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Elizabeth Broemmelsiek

Media Department Chair, Palatine High School
avatar for Mia Gutsell

Mia Gutsell

Instructional Technology Specialist, Besenville School District 2
Mia Gutsell is a certified Instructional Design Coach and Social Science teacher. She is also a Google for Education Certified Trainer. She currently works as an Instructional Technology Specialist. She is passionate about the ability of technology to foster collaboration and com... Read More →
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avatar for Julie Tuten

Julie Tuten

STEAM Coordinator, Quest Academy
STEAM Coordinator for Quest Academy in Palatine.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Ignite

12:30pm CST

Innovate, Create, and Flip Learning with Google Classroom Mate!
How can you flip the learning in your class to make it more student motivated and student centered? In this session, I will show you exactly how to use Google Classroom to do just that. Create a learning environment where students work through lessons and activities at their own pace. This process will require a variety of tech tools and approaches. Get ready to see which tools can help you accomplish flipped learning. Students will stop and ask questions according to their personal needs. You become the facilitator of instruction, and students become the navigators.
Presenters
avatar for Natasha Smith

Natasha Smith

Teacher Leadership Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
I am an enthusiastic educator of 14 years and a Level 2 Google Certified Educator. I love technology and math, but leadership development is my new inspired path. I am excited about providing universal access to leadership opportunities to all teachers.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Storybook STEM
Engage your students with easy to use STEM ideas incorporating fiction and non-fiction picture books. This model can be adapted to fit a Maker space, supplement science and technology lessons in the classroom, or as stand alone lessons in STEM or library classes.
Presenters
avatar for Kathy Garneau

Kathy Garneau

Library Media Specialist/STEM Facilitator, Bannockburn School
STEM! Libraries! Passionate about creating, innovating, and collaborating with kids and teachers.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:30pm CST

Code & Create with Microsoft Make Code!
Using a combination of the Microsoft MakeCode app and the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express, students can let loose a storm of creativity to build their own coding projects! Participants will not only learn the basics of coding, but will also be able to participate in a hands on "maker session" (lead by students!) to create their own, unique, coding creation.
Presenters
KC
avatar for Colleen Kaplan

Colleen Kaplan

Technology Integration Specialist, St. Francis High School
I am a technology integration specialist at St. Francis High School in Wheaton, IL. Prior to that, I worked as a technology integrationist for Byron CUSD #226 and as an ELA teacher at St. Therese Chinese Catholic School and Notre Dame High School for Girls. I am currently part of... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 2:45pm CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

12:30pm CST

Compassionate Leadership: Leading with a Tech Mind and Heart
As a supervisor, manager, director or team member, there are many management styles and approaches that are used to lead teams and organizations. Technology-based teams are unique and can be challenging to lead given the variety of areas that serve client needs. Leadership with diverse teams requires a unique blend of desire, openness to learning, self-awareness and compassion. During this active engagement workshop session, participants will evaluate/identify their current technology management approach, review the principles of compassionate leadership with a lean to diverse tech teams, learn techniques to integrate compassionate leadership in to their day-to-day work and develop a team development strategy with a focus on: 1) learning; 2) standards; 3) bulldozing barriers; 4) leveraging influence; 5) fueling passion and reinforcing the value of a team.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Smeets

Adam Smeets

Chief Technology Officer, Indian Prairie School District #204
I focus on engaging and blending technologies that address organizational and institutional problems. Whether this involves blending coding, integrating existing systems with new technologies or working with and collaboratively leading teams, I find joy in making the pieces fit from... Read More →

Takeaway Actions Self docx
Takeaway Actions docx
Compassionate Leadership Leading with a Tech Mind and Heart pdf
Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 2:45pm CST
Knowledge
  Workshop (Paid)

12:30pm CST

Going Google? Stop Scanning Old Worksheets!
Are you trying to take a paper-based lesson activity into the online world? Going Google should be more than just scanning an old worksheet into a PDF file, but many teachers don’t know any other place to start. Let us reveal our top-secret recipe of how to take your lesson to the next level with true tech integration!

In this workshop, we’ll show you the best practices for taking a paper-based lesson, worksheet, or activity into the online world. We’ll show you several real-world paper-based lessons from various sources and demonstrate the best ways to structure them in an electronic format.

At the end of the workshop, we’ll present the electronic and paper versions of the lessons and ask which one YOU would rather learn.

Link to Today's Presentation


Interactive Session with ClassFlow
Presenters
avatar for Pete Dulany

Pete Dulany

President / Founder, Dulany Consulting Inc.
President / Founder
avatar for Haley Kalinichenko

Haley Kalinichenko

Haley is a Google Certified Teacher and Apple Teacher, and loves to run hands-on and engaging professional development sessions for teachers about the best practices for using SMART Boards, iPads, and Google Suite for Education for instruction at all grade levels. Haley also shares... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 2:45pm CST
Innovation
  Workshop (Paid)

12:30pm CST

Seesaw: Showcasing Student Learning with Activities
In this workshop, participants will actively learn about the exciting features of Seesaw Activities. These activities can be created for any curricular area and across various grade levels. Participants will walk away with knowledge of how to create an activity, ideas for utilizing Seesaw in the classroom and at least one activity they can use with students the next day. They will also leave with a plethora of ideas that can be used throughout the school year.

Please bring your laptop, ipad and/or other devices that can be used with Seesaw. Laptops will be used for creating activities.  iPad or other devices will be used to participate in activities.  You will need the Seesaw: The Learning Journal app downloaded onto your devices.  Already have Seesaw? Make sure it’s updated to at least Seesaw 6.0

We cannot wait to share, explore, create and collaborate with you!
Presenters
avatar for Bethany Martino

Bethany Martino

2nd Grade Teacher, Hinsdale CCSD 181
Bethany is a National Board Certified Teacher who has taught all grades K-3. She spent the majority of her teaching career with first graders but has recently found a new love in second graders. Bethany is passionate about technology and loves learning alongside her students. She... Read More →
avatar for Carrie Molinero

Carrie Molinero

2nd grade teacher, CCSD 181
After 22 years of teaching, Carrie is still passionate about her career and students' learning. As a life long learner, she is very excited to share her knowledge of Seesaw activities with other teachers. Each day is graceful balancing act. Twitter @CMolinero181 #kidsfirst

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 2:45pm CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

1:45pm CST

Accessibility Features in Chrome and Google Drive - Google Edu on Tour
Let's get hands on and walk through the accessibility features in the Chrome Browser, Chrome Operating System, and Google Drive as well as some very helpful extensions that can make learning more accessible for all of your students.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Are we preparing students for their future or our past?
We’re in the midst of preparing students for a fundamental shift in the nature of work that includes increased reliance on technology, automation, digital platforms and artificial intelligence. However, the teaching and learning in many of our schools has not changed in over 100 years. Join me as we discuss the future of all things artificial intelligence, automation, work, education, and and what it means to be a contributing member of a future society.
Presenters
avatar for Eric Patnoudes

Eric Patnoudes

Sponsor, Otus

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Bring Augmented Reality to your Classroom 
Firsthand experience is one of the most powerful ways to learn. With augmented reality, students can experience just about anything they can imagine. Join us to experience augmented reality apps on iPad that help students connect their learning to the world in new ways.
Presenters
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

From NOW to WOW: Using 4Cs & ISTE Standards to Increase Engagement and Creativity in Your Classroom
Co-Authors of the NOW Classrooms technology integration series come together to share some of their favorite ways to WOW your students daily! We will take you on our journey to bring joy, engagement and FUN into your classroom. We will guide you in ways to empower your students to create, collaborate, communicate and think critically. We will use tools like Pear Deck, Google Expeditions/Tour Builder, Stop Motion Animation, Adobe Spark, Green Screen Secrets and Flipgrid to excite all of your learners at any level!
Presenters
avatar for Lissa Blake

Lissa Blake

Learning & Technology Instructional Coach, Maercker District 60
Lissa Blake is a K-2 Instructional Technology Integration Coach for the past 15 years in Clarendon Hills, IL. Lissa is a lover of learning, technology and innovation! She enjoys coaching teachers, mentoring students, and communicating with parents. She loves sharing what she has learned... Read More →
avatar for Sheri DeCarlo

Sheri DeCarlo

Instructional Technology Coach, Maercker School District 60
avatar for Megan Flaherty

Megan Flaherty

Megan Flaherty is a library media specialist and technology coach at Westview Hills Middle School in Willowbrook, Illinois. In addition to managing the school’s library, she coaches teachers and helps students use technology in a 1:1 Chromebook environment. Megan enjoys using technology... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Host your own School Maker Faire
Maker Faires are held throughout the world to celebrate invention, creativity, and resourcefulness. We took a chance on hosting a School Maker Faire and the response was overwhelming! We filled the middle school gymnasium with 44 exhibits which showcased student projects, local makers, and community organizations that inspired our students and other visitors. Exhibitors were able to share what they’ve learned and created with others, and visitors were able to see what kinds of creative projects their peers enjoy working on. They were also able to try out some tools and skills they may not normally get the opportunity to use such as metal etching, soldering, and button making. Learn all about how we planned, organized, and staged our 1st School Maker Faire.
Presenters
avatar for Dain Elman

Dain Elman

STEM Coordinator, Gurnee School District 56
Dain Elman taught middle school technology class for 14 years and has spent the past four years as STEM Coordinator at Gurnee District 56. He spends his time helping staff and students play with robots, build structures, print in 3D, launch rockets, Photoshop images, wire circuits... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Integrating STEM through Collaborative Learning
A overview of STEM Basic, Benefits of Collaborative Learning, Building your Space, Crafting a Plan & Professional Development 
Presenters
ME

Michelle Eddy

Troxell
I was born and raised in Northern Illinois, which is where I currently live with my husband and daughter. I’ve been in the education field for 21 years. Before coming to Troxell, I worked with school districts to integrate online content into the classroom, allowing educators to... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Keep Those Questions Coming!: Fostering Student Inquiry with Primary Sources
Young children ask an estimated 10,000 questions before they begin formal schooling. Yet research has found that only 27% of college graduates say they are confident in their ability to formulate questions. So what happens in between? Could it be that classrooms are more focused on teacher-generated questions rather than student questions? How can we change that dynamic, tap into our students’ natural curiosity about the world and spark the questions that are the foundation of all learning? This session provides hands- and minds-on experience in using primary sources and the Question Formulation Technique of The Right Question® Institute to help students develop and use questions for inquiry. Participants will try out this powerful tool and examine ways to apply it in the classroom, with ties to the Illinois Social Studies and NextGen Science Standards, the Danielson Framework, and the Common Core Standards.
Presenters
avatar for Joanne Zienty

Joanne Zienty

LMC Specialist, CCSD 62
I am a National Board Certified Teacher-Librarian in my 15th year as an educator who is passionate about inquiry, primary sources, writing, STEM, MakerSpaces and just about anything else that gets kids' brains and hands working!

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Making Magic with Google Apps Script (No Wands Necessary)
For many of us non-coders, Google Apps Script seems like a part of the G Suite world that is hard to break into. But even folks with NO CODING BACKGROUND can easily get started. You, too, can learn to perform coding magic and add tons of versatility to your favorite G Suite tools. Together we'll build a foundation by learning the basics of Google Script writing, and we'll even write a cool Forms/Slides script on the spot. Come join us and get your code on! (No magic wands or flying brooms necessary.)
Presenters
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →
avatar for Mike Wielgus

Mike Wielgus

Director of Technology Services, Triad CUSD #2
Mike Wielgus just began his 24th year in education and third year as the Director of Technology Services for Triad CUSD #2. Prior to becoming director, he was a full time K-12 Instructional Technology Coach for 3 years. He has led technology in-service trainings in his district for... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Manage Your Time or Your Time Will Manage You
Time management IS NOT your problem. Trust me. Time management is simply a symptom of the problem. This is why so many people struggle and so many fads or organizational tools provide immediate relief but never solve the problem. This session examines the root causes of time management issues and gives participants methods to solve their issues or the issues of those they coach.
Presenters
avatar for PJ Caposey

PJ Caposey

Superintendent, Meridian CUSD 223
PJ Caposey is a dynamic speaker and a transformational leader and educator. PJ began his career as an award-winning teacher in the inner-city of Chicago and has subsequently led significant change in every administrative post he has held. PJ became a principal at the age of 28 and... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Mobile Devices to Show and Tell Your Story
Learn how to tell your story from a peer who has produced over 10,000 videos. Steve Douglass took the process he learned from ESPN into the classroom through the lens of media literacy to _x000B_help students share their unique voice. He’ll share the refined _x000B_story structure and steps to make videos that resonate with an intended audience.
Presenters
avatar for Steve Douglass

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Tech Tools That Bring Books to Life!
Enliven literature instruction using a variety of free and subscription based technology resources. Everything from teacher lesson guides to student creation tools will be explored with an emphasis on promoting an interest in reading and bringing books to life.
Presenters
avatar for Kara Thorstenson

Kara Thorstenson

Director of Digital Learning and Libraries, Chicago Public Schools
Kara is the Director of Digital Learning and Libraries for Chicago Public Schools, working in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Digital Learning. She has been a school librarian, instructional technology coach and district leader serving grades PreK-12.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Totally Rad Tech Tips
Flashback through our year with our favorite tidbits that will have your students screaming "FAR OUT". In this fast-paced session attendees will fill their toolbox with some "RIGHTEOUS" techniques to get every learner engaged. Join us for 60 minutes of ideas, resources, tips, and tricks you can take back to your building right away.
Presenters
avatar for Nicole Loser

Nicole Loser

5th grade teacher, Dunlap School District
avatar for Stefanie Pitzer

Stefanie Pitzer

Instructional Coach, Dunlap District 323
My name is Stefanie Pitzer and I'm a former 2nd grade teacher of 11 years. I'm in my third year of being an instructional coach for the Dunlap School District. I'm also a Seesaw and Flipgrid Ambassador. I love empowering educators to create meaningful learning experiences for their... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

Unraveling the Web
As educators, we are painfully aware that the world is flooded with a wealth of readily available information. The challenge for teachers and students alike becomes deciphering what is legitimate. Session attendees will learn new methods for conducting credible research, gathering reliable data and validating information found online. Additionally, this session will demonstrate resources for investigating plagiarism and ways of validating and citing Internet resources. This session is designed to assist administrators, technology professionals and educators to "unravel the web" to uncover the relevant and pertinent data. Finding factual information is only half the battle. It is vital to use this information in a responsible way that allows students to examine the difference between quality content and information designed to divide, polarize and sensationalize. Numerous free tools will be identified that can assist educators in teaching students how to use information from the internet responsibly and become effective digital citizens.
Presenters
avatar for James Gubbins

James Gubbins

District Technology Coordinator, Maine Township High School District 207
James Gubbins has been on the forefront of implementing technology in the classroom for the past two decades. He maintains the blog zenodotus.net which gives succinct, helpful information on useable technology and explores current trends in educational design and pedagogy. As the... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:45pm CST

All About The Rocketbook
This sessions will introduce you to the Rocketbook, how it works and how educators and students are using it in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Educated By Design: Design The Space To Cultivate Creative Capacity
In today's world, we have an incredible opportunity to provide students with resources and experiences that will help them develop strong creative and critical thinking skills to solve interesting problems in the world. Opportunities to leverage academic skills and knowledge to practice entrepreneurship in order to create meaningful experiences that can positively impact those around them. In this session I will share what that innovative practice looks like and how it can advance forward to new frontiers that can better prepare our students for a future that is unscripted and unknown.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Cohen

Michael Cohen

Director of Innovation, Yeshiva University of Los Angeles Boys School
Michael Cohen, The Tech Rabbi, is a designer, educator and creativity instigator. His mission is to help educators around the world reveal their own creative abilities so they can empower students to solve interesting problems and become positive contributors to our global society... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Interactive Leadership/Teaching Q&A
Keynote presentations are great, but let's dig deeper and have a breakout Q&A with your leadership/teaching team where we can get personal and talk specific challenges and ideas you're facing in your district. Have some personal time with Adam to develop strategies and strategic plans for moving forward with new and old ideas that will boost the mojo and learning with all students and staff!
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Meet the Author - Book Signing with Mandy Froehlich
Join us in the Adventure Threshold with Mandy Froehlich to chat and ask questions about her two books "Divergent EDU: Challenging Assumptions and Limitations to Create a Culture of Innovation" and "The Fire Within: Lessons from Defeat that Have Ignited a Passion for Learning."
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

Storytelling with AR & VR
Augmented and virtual reality is constantly becoming more widespread in education. Rather than have students experience it, learn ways to get your students to create their own stories in immersive worlds. If your ready to get your students to be the creators of content, this session is for you.
Presenters
avatar for Jaime Donally

Jaime Donally

Author | Speaker, ARVRinEDU
Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. She began her career as a math teacher and later moved into Instructional Technology. Her desire to build relationships has brought about opportunities to collaborate with students and educators around the world. She provides staff... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Featured Speaker Session

1:45pm CST

#NotAnotherSlideShow: Sixty Sensational Slides You Can Use Today!
Google Slides is not the solution to "D'ont PowerPoint me to death”. Google Slides is the solution to authentic, interesting and meaningful classroom activities and more.

In this hour long engaging conversation you’ll discover new ways to use this robust tool in your classroom. We will share unique ways in which Google Slides can be used by both teaches and students to document learning, present ideas, use critical thinking skills, collaborate and create.

Bring your laptop or tablet and play along or sit back and engage in conversation as we dive into the “other” uses for Slides.
Presenters
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avatar for Kristin Lagerquist

Kristin Lagerquist

K-5 Technology Integration Specialist, Sacred Heart Schools
I am the K-5 Technology Integration Specialist at Sacred Heart Schools in Chicago, IL. I hold my Google Educator Levels I and II certificates, am a GEG Chicagoland Leader and maintain educator certifications through Symbaloo and Graphite/Common Sense Media. I absolutely love what... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

A Student's Creation in an iPad World
Let the students teach you! Students display their knowledge behind an array of apps. Explore the different projects they have created utilizing the apps on display.

https://sites.google.com/a/saint-dennis.org/tap-program/a-student-s-creation-in-an-ipad-world 
Presenters
KA
avatar for Ami Young

Ami Young

K-8 Technology Teacher, St. Dennis School
My name is Ami Young. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Integrating Technology in the Curriculum. I have twenty plus years of teaching experience. St. Dennis School has been my home for the last eight years. I currently teach kindergarten through... Read More →
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Digital Differentiation on a Dime !
Do you want more strategies to reach a wide range of abilities of students in your class without breaking a sweat? In this session, you will learn how to use digital tools such as Google Forms to make branched quizzes that go different questions or resources (pictures, video, docs or sites) based on the test takers answer. Google Drawings & Docs can be used to create differentiated lessons and Google Classroom can quickly assignments to individual students or groups.
Presenters
avatar for Tina Sabatello

Tina Sabatello

Chemistry Teacher, Maine East HS
"Tina Sabatello has been teaching chemistry at Maine East High School in Park Ridge, IL since 1992. She also has taught at the community college level, served as an SAT II Chemistry Test Developer and published a study guide for AP Chemistry. Her online publication for AACT showcases... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

PBL- How- What-When and even Why?
Let's talk about PBL. How do you start? When does it take place in your curriculum? Why did you start? What have you found that works? How do assess learning? SO many questions. Let's share experiences.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Carlson

Jennifer Carlson

Technology Specialist, ROWVA CUSD #208
Technology Coach, Google Educator, Makey Makey Ambassador, ME Digital Learning & Leading " Are We Collecting Dots or are we Connecting Dots?"

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

4:00pm CST

First Person View Car Races
Racers, start your remote control! Who will be the fastest FPV (first person view) racer and be crowned ICE's first FPV Champion? Visit the Tech Plaza during Tuesday's reception, strap on some Goggles and drive your FPV car though the robotic battlefield. View the course from the drivers seat as an on-board camera transmits the video signal to your goggles. Your fastest lap time goes on the leader-board.
Presenters
avatar for Gregg Novosad

Gregg Novosad

Founder, GoDroneX
How can we make technology both fun and engaging? I have been a pioneer with drone e-sports since it's inception. At GoDroneX, we have methods, tools and techniques that Jump Start the world of First Person View (FPV) drones for scholastic environments. We have assisted with drone... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 4:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

4:15pm CST

Rocketbook Signing with Leslie Fisher
Leslie Fisher will be signing Rocketbooks with her logo on it. The Rocketbook  Everlast notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Although it feels like a traditional notebook, the Everlast is endlessly reusable and connected to all of your favorite cloud services. ... The Everlast notebook is compatible with the Rocketbook app which allows you to save your notes to a variety of cloud services. To learn more about the Rocketbook, visit leslie.link/rocketbook or https://getrocketbook.com/
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 4:15pm - 4:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

4:15pm CST

Rocketbook Signing with Leslie Fisher
Leslie Fisher will be signing Rocketbooks with her logo on it. The Rocketbook  Everlast notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Although it feels like a traditional notebook, the Everlast is endlessly reusable and connected to all of your favorite cloud services. ... The Everlast notebook is compatible with the Rocketbook app which allows you to save your notes to a variety of cloud services. To learn more about the Rocketbook, visit leslie.link/rocketbook or https://getrocketbook.com/
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 4:15pm - 4:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza
 
Wednesday, February 27
 

9:00am CST

Build it, make it, know it: Creative Thinking with Minecraft: Education Edition
Minecraft: Education Edition is a game-based learning platform that offers educators a transformative way to engage students and ignite their passion for learning! Discover how educators are using Minecraft in collaborative and problem-based learning curriculua to teach a range of subjects, from history and chemistry to sustainability and foreign languages, and can map lessons directly to learning outcomes and curriculum standards.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Rummelhart

Adam Rummelhart

Microsoft Learning Consultant, Microsoft
Adam Rummelhart is the Microsoft Learning Consultant for the Chicagoland area. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2013 with a degree in History. He has taught across Chicago in Chicago Public Schools, a charter school and most recently summer school at Lake Forest High School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 9:00am - 10:00am CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza

10:00am CST

Common Sense Education Recognition Program
Get recognized for leading digital teaching and citizenship in today’s classroom. Join us to learn more about the criteria to become a recognized educator, school or district to demonstrate to your community a commitment to responsible, effective technology use.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Perfection
  Breakout

10:00am CST

20% Time / Genius Hour - Tech Tools For Project Based Learning
See how empowering our students with content choice can result in amazing learning. We’ll explore project based learning through the use of Google’s famous 20% time philosophy and look at tech tools that integrate smoothly into this unique student learning & teacher assessment process. Attendees will be challenged to consider their own learning environment as a potential space for creating student choice in learning. Educators (classroom and administrators) will see how a teacher can go from 0 to 100 with the famous 20% Time concept. Throughout this session, the why, what, and how of 20% time projects will be illustrated. Attendees will hear about the benefits, challenges, and other things to consider throughout the journey into giving students choice in their project based learning. There will be a key focus on how educators can introduce, guide, and assess the learning throughout a 20% Time project. Technology tool options for all three stages will be presented for educators to consider. Finally, attendees will be exposed to a slew of “end results” that have come from the presenters own students over the past 7 years of 20% Time projects.
Presenters
avatar for Sean Crevier

Sean Crevier

Business Ed Teacher / Instructional Tech Consultant
Sean began teaching business classes in 1999, after leaving the technology consulting world. He currently teaches Accounting, Personal Finance, & Intro to Business. In addition to his role in the classroom, Sean serves on the ACTE National Bylaws Committee and also works as an educational... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Bring Student Voice to Life with Books on iPad 
In this session, Apple Distinguished Educators share how students from primary to secondary grades use new features in Pages and Apple Pencil on iPad to express themselves through writing, drawing, and more. From memoirs to reports, student voice and ideas come to life through the creative process of authoring a book.
Moderators
avatar for Charlene Chausis

Charlene Chausis

Creativity & Innovation Specialist for Mobile Pedagogy, Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 - Retired
Mostly retired, yet, still working to promote the learning of adults in schools. Apple Distinguished Educator (Class of 2003), Apple Teacher, Google Certified Trainer, Google Certified Innovator.
avatar for Aimee Redding

Aimee Redding

6th Grade Composition/Social Studies, Gurnee School District 56
Aimee Redding teaches 6th grade Composition and Social Studies in Gurnee School District 56. She is also an Apple Distinguished Educator. Her Masters degree is in Reading and she has worked as a middle school Spanish teacher and a K-5 ELL/bilingual resource teacher. Aimee has... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Sarah Lill

Sarah Lill

Library/Technology Media Specialist, Gurnee District 56
Sarah Lill is a librarian, technology integration specialist and Apple Distinguished Educator. Sarah began teaching as a middle school Social Studies teacher working in the Apple Distinguished School; Viking Middle School. This 1:1 iPad device District has given Sarah the opportunity... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Building Digital Literacy through Primary Sources
Open to all grade levels! Build students’ digital literacy skills and increase engagement, questioning and critical thinking by utilizing primary sources from the Library of Congress. Access free, vetted, standards-aligned lessons for immediate use in K-12th grades. Lessons cover content in Next Generation Science Standards, social studies and language arts and focus on teaching students to critically analyze sources. Bring your device to explore the Library of Congress website, resources from Teaching with Primary Sources at Governors State University and other digital tools to incorporate primary sources in the classroom.
Presenters
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CG
avatar for Carol Humm

Carol Humm

Instructional Coach, Flossmoor School District 161

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Demystifying Spreadsheets: Unlock your Cell and Free your Data
Spreadsheets can be intimidating, especially for first time users. Truth is, you don’t have to be a numbers nerd or data wizard to harness the power of these misunderstood but miraculous documents. In this hands-on session, we’ll start at the beginning by clarifying basic Sheets tools and terminology. Along the way we’ll highlight important formulas and insider tricks to help you navigate spreadsheets. In the end you’ll have the tools you need to tackle any Sheet that dare to cross your path.
Presenters
avatar for Mina Marien

Mina Marien

Evanston Township High School, Evanston Township High School
Mina Marien is an instructional Technology Specialist at Evanston Township High School in Evanston, IL. She previously taught Latin and supported teachers in the World Languages department as an instructional coach. She loves working with students in classes throughout the school... Read More →
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Danielle Petros

Evanston Township High School
Danielle Petros is currently the Support Specialist Trainer at Evanston Township High School, in Evanston, IL. While this position focuses on supporting the non-instructional staff at ETHS, Danielle supports various classroom projects including Google Expeditions. Previously, she... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Everyone Can Create- Ignite Creativity with iPad 
Join us to learn about Everyone Can Create, a new program from Apple designed to help unleash the creative potential in every student. In this session, you’ll experience engaging lessons that introduce fundamental skills and techniques in photography, video, music, and drawing using free apps available on iPad. 
Presenters
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Google Classroom and Google Suite for School Librarians
Are you struggling to adopt Google Classroom for your 500 or 1,000 students? Wondering how to create and maintain 22 or 37 Google Classrooms per year? Interested in learning ways to streamline your library instruction and assessment? Look no further than Google Classroom and Google Suite for School Librarians!
Presenters
avatar for Kara Thorstenson

Kara Thorstenson

Director of Digital Learning and Libraries, Chicago Public Schools
Kara is the Director of Digital Learning and Libraries for Chicago Public Schools, working in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Digital Learning. She has been a school librarian, instructional technology coach and district leader serving grades PreK-12.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

How Cloud based IFP & Projector Technology will Revolutionize Classroom – and Remote Teaching
Learn how breakthrough cloud collaboration tools can elevate your lessons and presentations to help alleviate barriers for your students and create an enjoyable learning environment.
Presenters
BW

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Mythbusters EDU: The Empowered Learner Episode
On this episode of Mythbusters EDU, we will tackle the myths of student empowerment. Join us as we explore activities that promote learner engagement, voice, choice and design thinking. Let’s not just talk about the myths regarding student empowerment, let’s put them to the test!
Presenters
avatar for Kara McFarlin

Kara McFarlin

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School District 135
Kara loves the way that technology has transformed education in her 20+ years of teaching and training. Her vocational journey has included general education homeroom teacher, substitute teacher, technology club facilitator, technology teacher, staff development presenter, and instructional... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Thorne

Michelle Thorne

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School Dist 135
I am an Instructional Technology Coach for Orland School District 135. As a tech enthusiast, I am eager to share and learn with others. One of my greatest passions is providing professional learning to staff and students. Connect with me on Twitter @iTeacher5th Apple Distinguished... Read More →
avatar for Lindsay Zilly

Lindsay Zilly

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland SD 135
I am a K-8 Instructional Technology Coach in Orland IL. I have been in education for 12 years and continue to learn something new every day. I am a teacher, coach, student, mom, Apple Learning Specialist and sketchnoter. In order for our students to think differently, we must think... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Innovation
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Personalized Learning Made Simple
Bringing It Together - Save, manage, and share your online resources. Symbaloo makes it easy by delivering the right content, in the right place, at the right time, to the right person. 
Presenters
avatar for Thomas Hauser

Thomas Hauser

Silver, Symbaloo
Bringing The Web Together --- Manage, organize, and share your favorite websites and educational resources in a safe, online environment. Built for educators, Symbaloo makes it easy to engage students by delivering the right content, in the right place, at the right time, to the right... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

10:00am CST

SHOUTT: Students Helping Others Understand Their Thinking
Do your students whisper their thinking? In this session, we will show you how to get your students to SHOUTT out to the world! Participants will gain a better understanding of the importance of student voice in the classroom. Practical examples will be shared on how to easily implement a variety of ways to share your student’s voice with an authentic audience.
Presenters
avatar for Nancy Gadzala

Nancy Gadzala

weCreate Lab Facilitator/ MRC Director, CCSD181
Nancy is the weCreate Lab Facilitator and MRC Director at Madison School in Hinsdale. A former 5th grade teacher who utilized a flexible classroom environment, engaged students in collaborative, creative learning with 1:1 iPads, and spearheaded a STEAM program for all grade levels... Read More →
avatar for Bethany Martino

Bethany Martino

2nd Grade Teacher, Hinsdale CCSD 181
Bethany is a National Board Certified Teacher who has taught all grades K-3. She spent the majority of her teaching career with first graders but has recently found a new love in second graders. Bethany is passionate about technology and loves learning alongside her students. She... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Skills for Innovative Leadership
Supporting digital learning and innovation in schools is challenging. Join the presenter, a veteran building principal who recently moved into a district technology leadership role, to identify key elements critical to putting innovative leadership into action.

An innovative leader should try to create new ideas, but it is more important that they create a culture of innovation. Explore methods to empower your teachers with a shared vision and a safe and supportive environment of risk taking, trust, and swift implementation.

Innovative leaders not only “think” differently, but they “act” differently. Now is the time to act and put these innovative characteristics into action. This session will empower YOU to build a culture of innovation.
Presenters
avatar for Dr. Matthew X. Joseph

Dr. Matthew X. Joseph

Presenter, UCET
Dr. Matthew X. Joseph is the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in New Bedford MA. He is also the CEO of X-Factor EDU consulting and publishing. Experiences such as Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Digital... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Spark Learning with Adobe on Chromebooks - Google Edu on Tour
Adobe spark is a free digital tool that uses photos, videos and text to tell a story as a movie! When students create they synthesize their understanding and demonstrates their learning. We can empower our students with a simple to use tool to amplify their voice and tell their own stories or the stories that need to be told.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Using Digital Badges For Motivation In the Classroom
Grades are an evaluation of a student’s performance in class. But do grades motivate students? When students are motivated to learn and participate they become more engaged in the classroom instruction and activities. One method of motivation is the use of badges. Similar to patches worn by the Scouts, medals earned in the military, and achievements won while playing video games, badges are used in the classroom to encourage students to work towards goals that will benefit them and their classroom. Learn how to use badges to increase motivation, awareness, proficiency and engagement throughout the classroom in ways that go well beyond grades. You will learn about the research behind badges as well as the methods of creating and awarding badges.
Presenters
avatar for Keith Sorensen

Keith Sorensen

Technology Coordinator, Fremd High School
I have experience as a high school technology director (four years), high school technology coordinator (seven years), middle school technology coach (three years), and elementary school teacher (seven years). Some of my past conferences presentations have been about digital badges... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

10:00am CST

Using OneNote for a Streamlined Digital Classroom
OneNote is a digital note-taking application within O365 that allows for personal productivity and collaboration with teachers, staff and students. OneNote is a broad canvas that allows you to handwrite or type notes, embed images, audio and video, draw, and many other things. You can share notebook pages, sections or entire notebooks with, and you can access your OneNote notebooks from any device. Learn the features of OneNote, and how to use it with staff, teams, PLCs, as well as with your students.
Presenters
avatar for Colleen Kaplan

Colleen Kaplan

Technology Integration Specialist, St. Francis High School
I am a technology integration specialist at St. Francis High School in Wheaton, IL. Prior to that, I worked as a technology integrationist for Byron CUSD #226 and as an ELA teacher at St. Therese Chinese Catholic School and Notre Dame High School for Girls. I am currently part of... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

10:00am CST

The Role of Play in Makerspaces to Promote STEAM Learning
At Lake Forest Country Day School the "open shop" elements of Makerspaces are emphasised. Through a Makerspace class for kindergartners or optional time during recess for upper and lower school, students are able to independently enhance knowledge and ownership outside of curriculum. Students will describe the culture of the Innovation Lab and how this free play time contributes to their learning.
Presenters
GM

Greg McDonough

Innovation Space Coordinator, Lake Forest Country Day School

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout (Student Led)

10:00am CST

YouTube and the 21st Century School
Bring your school to the spotlight by making a presence on YouTube! Your budget-friendly "TV station" will be accessible to all ages and abilities, producing videos that highlight your students and their school. Students use a wide array of tools to create a channel featuring their own content; they compose, direct, perform, and produce everything. Turn your announcements into a live newscast, or a final project into a story-driven documentary. Broadcast your assemblies, concerts, and events live in front of a real-life audience. "Hit Play" on 21st century learning and connect it to your students' lives like never before!
Presenters
avatar for Max Vikhter

Max Vikhter

Teacher, Chicago Public Schools
Max Vikhter was born in the USSR and came to the US as a refugee. He is a product of Chicago Public Schools and now works as a teacher at Thorp Scholastic Academy. Through innovative curriculum and instructional practices, he has designed a hybrid program of performing arts and technology... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout (Student Led)

10:00am CST

Be The One For Kids
Be The One For Kids is a simple yet profound message and we should all start having the conversation of how we can Be The One For Kids. This keynote takes the audience on a journey through education, by hearing engaging stories about my journey, the impact we all have, and how we can all unleash our power to change the lives of our students. This keynote lists 10 ways that every educator can Be The One For Kids. The audience will leave inspired and encouraged to do whatever it takes for kids.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Sheehy

Ryan Sheehy

Educator
Ryan was raised in Southern California where his diverse education experiences all started. He attended public school, private school, and was homeschooled. He has seen and been part of all types of education systems, which gives him a different perspective. Ryan is a passionate educator... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:00am CST

Divergent EDU
What is necessary for a district to really grow together into a climate and culture of innovation and support of divergent thinking? That is the million dollar question. In this session, we will discuss the Hierarchy of Needs for Innovation and Divergent Thinking - an organizational structure meant to support teachers in their innovative journey, and what all educators can do to establish these necessary components including changing mindset, climate and culture, creating a common language, and effective support and leadership. Innovation is more than handing out devices. Let’s talk about how we can create the conditions to support teachers and students as they think of new and different ways to learn and grow!
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Divergent EDU Resource Sheet (1) pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:00am CST

Rocketbook Signing with Leslie Fisher
Leslie Fisher will be signing Rocketbooks with her logo on it. The Rocketbook  Everlast notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Although it feels like a traditional notebook, the Everlast is endlessly reusable and connected to all of your favorite cloud services. ... The Everlast notebook is compatible with the Rocketbook app which allows you to save your notes to a variety of cloud services. To learn more about the Rocketbook, visit leslie.link/rocketbook or https://getrocketbook.com/ 
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

10:00am CST

Rocketbook Signing with Leslie Fisher
Leslie Fisher will be signing Rocketbooks with her logo on it. The Rocketbook  Everlast notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Although it feels like a traditional notebook, the Everlast is endlessly reusable and connected to all of your favorite cloud services. ... The Everlast notebook is compatible with the Rocketbook app which allows you to save your notes to a variety of cloud services. To learn more about the Rocketbook, visit leslie.link/rocketbook or https://getrocketbook.com/ 
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza

10:00am CST

Computational Thinking with Creative Robotics
Learn to apply computational thinking skills in this hands-on workshop by designing, building, and programming your own robot. Develop skills in identifying and assessing computational thinking in your classroom. Participants will program LEDs, sensors, and motors with a micro:bit, Hummingbird robotics kit, and Birdblox (free app). All skills learned are transferable to other microcontrollers and programming languages. The workshop will also include examples of computational thinking across K-12 curriculum and launching points for designing your own lessons. Both the assessment tool and robotics kit were developed through NSF-funded research from 2005 to 2017. All skill levels are welcome, including absolute beginners. Participants are encouraged to bring a smartphone or iPad.
Presenters
avatar for Kelsey Derringer

Kelsey Derringer

Professional Development Coordinator, Birdbrain Technologies
Professional Development Coordinator

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 12:15pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

10:00am CST

Creating a Makerspace in your Classroom!
Finally a one stop shop on how to create a place where students can gather to create, invent, tinker, explore and discover using tools and materials in your classroom! I will show you several items I personally have in my Makerspace and how they can be used in the actual classroom, tied to your curriculum. Some of the activities will include Spheros, Bloxels, 3D printing, green screen and much more!
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Horner

Sarah Horner

Teacher, Abingdon-Avon High School

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 12:15pm CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

10:00am CST

Makey Makey - An Invention Kit for Everyone
This electronic invention tool and toy that allows users to connect everyday objects to computer programs. Stop asking “How can I get the kids to learn this lesson?” and start asking “How can my interaction lead to more questions, more self-direction, more curiosity?"
Makey Makey’s have a place in all classrooms and all grade levels.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Carlson

Jennifer Carlson

Technology Specialist, ROWVA CUSD #208
Technology Coach, Google Educator, Makey Makey Ambassador, ME Digital Learning & Leading " Are We Collecting Dots or are we Connecting Dots?"

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 12:15pm CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

10:00am CST

Technology in Support of English Language Learners for the 21st Century

In our session, participants will experience technology tools that support English Language Learners and incorporate 21st Century Learning skills. We will model how to embed technology across the four domains of language and strengthen students’ cognitive academic language proficiency.

Participants will engage in a 5E cycle for each of the technology tools:
Facilitators will Engage participants in finished examples created with the tool,
Participants will Explore the tool independently as students,
Facilitators will Explain the nuances of using this tool and support learning in small groups,
Discussions will Extend the possible uses and applications of the tool, and
Participants will Evaluate the tool’s use in their context and self-assess their understanding.

This structure provides deeper understanding and immediate application of the tools to participants’ teaching context. Participants will leave with ideas, experience, and support for the use of the free tools Padlet, Flipgrid, Book Creator, and Adobe Spark.
Presenters
avatar for Celia Marquez
avatar for Eric Santos

Eric Santos

Technology Learning Coach, Mannheim School District 83
I'm in my 3rd year as a Tech Learning Coach at Mannheim Middle School. Previously I taught middle school Science/STEM for 11 years. I'm a National Board Certified teacher and a Google Certified Trainer. I also coach basketball and chess club after school. I blog about EdTech at... Read More →

ICE 2019 Tech for ELLs in the 21st Century pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 12:15pm CST
Knowledge
  Workshop (Paid)

10:00am CST

ICE / IETL Leadership Summit w/ Joe Sanfelippo
Join ICE and IETL for their annual Leadership Summit, this year, with Joe Sanfelippo. You will not want to miss this experience with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, Superintendent of Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin and renowned national author and speaker. Based on his book Hacking Leadership, Dr. Sanfelippo has designed an energetic, interactive workshop, aimed at building leadership at all levels and finding innovative solutions to issues that have plagued the system for years. Built on intentionality, opening doors and developing staff, you’ll take away practical applications that can be implemented tomorrow!  
Presenters
avatar for Joe Sanfelippo

Joe Sanfelippo

Superintendent, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo served as the Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Fall Creek, Wisconsin, for the last 12 years. The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe holds a... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg West
  Workshop (Paid)

10:30am CST

Professional Development Resources to Enhance Digital Teaching and Learning in your classroom
Looking to enhance your digital teaching skills?  Join us as we share engaging professional development content, including lesson plans, teaching tips, and how-to videos will help you get your students ready to navigate the digital world safely, responsibly, and ethically.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Perfection
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Parenting in a Digital Age: Family Engagement Resources
Help families navigate the ups and downs of raising kids in a digital world.  We will share our family toolkit that includes research-backed resources covering a range of topics -- from online safety and cyberbullying to media balance and learning with technology -- you can easily find and share articles, videos, printable handouts, ready-made presentations, and more in your classroom, on your school's website or social feed, or at your next parent night.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 11:45am CST
Perfection
  Breakout

11:15am CST

"Making" Literacy Rich Expereinces
Puzzled on how to connect making to your curriculum? Interested in a makerspace, but not sure how it fits into your school program? Literature becomes the connection to building student competencies through making. We'll explore high and low tech ways to engage students and build critical thinking skills.
Presenters
avatar for Linda Diekman

Linda Diekman

Library Information Specialist, Central Elementary School
Linda Diekman is a National Board Certified Teacher Librarian at Central Elementary School in Wilmette and facilitates student learning in their Learning Commons.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Be Internet Awesome - Teaching Digital Citizenship with interactivity powered by Pear Deck - Google Edu on Tour
Join Google & Pear Deck in a hands on session to learn all about the new, free digital citizenship curriculum called Be Internet Awesome! Designed for elementary school ages, Be Internet Awesome is ISTE aligned and includes lesson plans, rubrics and a Pear Deck option! Students learn about strong passwords, being kind online and how to handle privacy. The program is for teachers, students and parents - come learn all about it!
Presenters
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Building Teacher Capacity
Learn how DesPlaines School District 62 and Forest Ridge School District 142 are building teacher capacity in their schools. Presenters will share how they leverage Apple Teacher and the Apple Education Trainer Institute to teach new skills, encourage creativity, and build teacher capacity.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Kovacs

Ben Kovacs

Innovation Advocate, CCSD 62
Ben Kovacs is an Innovation Advocate in the suburbs of Chicago. After working for a decade as a sixth grade, general education teacher, he now studies digital transformation, flexible learning spaces, and the intersection of social justice and innovation. Cultivating student voice... Read More →
avatar for Amanda Graczyk

Amanda Graczyk

Instructional Technology Specialist, Forest Ridge School District 142
I am an Instructional Technology Specialist for Kerkstra Elementary School in Oak Forest, Illinois. I plan and co-teach technology lessons to students in grades 1 through 5 with teachers in all subject areas. I was recently named as a 2019 Apple Distinguished Educator. I'm in constant... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Diving in, head first, to Standards-Based Grading
Take the plunge! You may understand Standards-Based Grading, but how do you make it manageable in the classroom? Join a session dedicated to providing tools to support SBG Classroom Implementation, Parent Communication suggestions, Report Card options, and developing a deeper student understanding of the process! Take off the floaties and let’s head to the deep end!
Presenters
avatar for Rae Hughart

Rae Hughart

Educator, Evans Junior High School, McLean County
Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois and the Director of Training & Development for Progressive Mastery Learning, LLC. Rae trains educators on how to partner with local businesses to design dynamic, connected content by designing themed units dedicated to community... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Flip, Don't Flop: Instructional Video Design From the Ground Up
Join us for an HGTV-style look at DIY instructional videos for students. What makes a successful "flip", and what makes a "flop"? Taking on the roles of architect and builder, participants will create a blueprint for flipped learning using instructional design principles. Participants will fill their toolkit with multiple tools for creating instructional videos and be ready to construct!
Presenters
avatar for Emily Coklan

Emily Coklan

Instructional Technology Coach, Lake Zurich High School
This is my sixth year as in Instructional Technology Coach at Lake Zurich CUSD #95 and I feel I have the world's greatest job to work with teachers and students in their technology and learning every day. Prior to this, I was an LMC Director at Lake Zurich High School. My master's... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer LaBrie

Jennifer LaBrie

Instructional Technology Coach & Spanish Teacher, Lake Zurich High School
Instructional Technology Coach and Spanish Teacher at Lake Zurich Community District 95
avatar for Dana Ladenburger

Dana Ladenburger

Instructional Coach, Lake Zurich CUSD 95
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Matt Marston

Instructional Technology Coach
avatar for Casey Veitch

Casey Veitch

Instructional Technology Coach, Lake Zurich CUSD 95
Casey is in her fifth year as instructional coach at Middle School North in Lake Zurich CUSD95. As part of D95's team of instructional coaches, she is committed to assisting teachers and students achieve personal excellence using 21st century skills, best instructional practice, and... Read More →
avatar for Suzanne Weider

Suzanne Weider

instructional coach

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Hands-on Gamification with Classcraft
Ever wondered about gamification but didn't know where to start? This session is for you! We'll be exploring how to transform any classroom into a super motivating collaborative game, using the easy-to-use gamification platform, Classcraft.
The purpose of the session is to teach attendees how to gamify all aspects of their classroom using Classcraft. The session will be a hands-on deep dive into game design principles and how they can be applied to education, as well as practical tips on using Classcraft to do so, specifically for personalized learning and behavior management. As a result of the session, attendees will be able to fully gamify their classroom. 
This session is hosted by #ICE19 Vendor Classcraft
Presenters
avatar for Carl Deveau

Carl Deveau

Director of Partnerships, Classcraft Studios Inc.
Carl Deveau is Director of Partnerships at Classcraft. His goal is to help schools and districts solve critical problems like student motivation, classroom management, PBIS implementations and great personalized learning, through the use of meaningful gamification. Carl earned a BA... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

11:15am CST

Make your elementary classroom INCREDIBLE 2 with STEM!
Come find out how to easily transform your classroom into an INCREDIBLE elementary classroom with STEM. Learn how to incorporate weekly STEM lessons into your curriculum and the importance of STEM for students. We will share our favorite STEM activities that engage students and allow creativity and innovative design. Educators will leave with ideas, a supply list, and ways to implement an effective STEM program to build INCREDIBLE learning opportunities for their students!
Presenters
avatar for Sheril Flynn

Sheril Flynn

Technology Director, Rochester CUSD 3A
avatar for Stephanie Zeidler

Stephanie Zeidler

I believe STEM is great for all students. It gives students the opportunity to work and communicate in teams. It also allows to student many hands on opportunities.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

11:15am CST

So, our journey changed course...NOW what?
Wondering how to continue implementation when the journey has lead to a new destination? Want to make sure the focus remains on student learning all along the way? Learn how to use your plan to stay the course and make changes as needed in a clear “Why/What/How/Then What” format. Ideas presented have been tested by practicing educators and leaders! They are also the groundwork for ideas supported with specific examples from a variety of grade levels.
Presenters
avatar for Cathy Fisher

Cathy Fisher

Director of Teaching & Learning, Maercker District 60
Co-author of NOW Classrooms Leader's Guide. Director of Teaching & Learning in a Prek- 8 1:1 district with amazing technology coaches and instructional leaders.
avatar for Becky Mathison
MO
CO

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Want to build an inclusive classroom? Seven steps to make learning more accessible.
Making a learning environment accessible for everyone is a must as today's classrooms are diverse and include English Language Learners and students with special needs.  This session will demonstrate the many built in Microsoft tools to assist in making learning environments accessible to all.  These 7 simple steps will empower you to make a significant impact for the people who need accessible materials. 
Presenters
avatar for Adam Rummelhart

Adam Rummelhart

Microsoft Learning Consultant, Microsoft
Adam Rummelhart is the Microsoft Learning Consultant for the Chicagoland area. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2013 with a degree in History. He has taught across Chicago in Chicago Public Schools, a charter school and most recently summer school at Lake Forest High School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

11:15am CST

ARTEC: Arts and Technology Across the Curriculum
Students share the ways the ARTEC grant has allowed them to engage with technology and the arts to support their learning. Students will share podcast samples, stop-motion videos, and multimedia products that they used in the classroom to reflect their learning in all subjects. Projects include a social studies project focusing on Illinois history with an interactive map, a science project using both Makey Makey and Scratch in their models, as well as a math stop-motin movie demonstrating knowledge of equivalent fractions.

Both teachers are participating in a grant written to bring all aspects of the arts, as well as technology, into the classroom to support student learning. Rather than teaching apps for the sake of teaching them, we are blending digital with tangible production to allow students to more fully explore the subjects they study.

5th Grade Student Presenters:
Alexander
Daniela
Jose
Linny
Mario
Valeria 
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Ramlow

Melissa Ramlow

5th grade ESL teacher, Waukegan Public Schools
Melissa Ramlow has worked with educational technology for over 15 years; before entering the general education classroom she programmed and facilitated augmented communication devices with students on the autism spectrum. Now in the general education classroom, her classroom is nearly... Read More →
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ICE Arts & Technology Across the Curriculum pptx
Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout (Student Led)

11:15am CST

Using Epic! to Enhance a Reading Program

By using an app like Epic! teachers can spark the interest in reading with their students. We read some great biographies and even had some read to us. Then, we learned to take notes on our chosen person. Next, we wrote a life summary in chronological order. Our final project was to type the summaries and share a poster we created to depict who we read about. It was a great way to read nonfiction, integrate technology, and present what we learned to our classmates.
Presenters
avatar for Kristie House

Kristie House

4th Grade Instructional Teacher, Palos CCSD 118
I have been a teacher for 22 years and have taught third, fourth and fifth grades in Florida and Illinois. I earned two Master's degrees, one in administration, the other in special education. I enjoy learning and challenging myself in an effort to grow as a professional educator... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout (Student Led)

11:15am CST

Creating Cohesive GSuite PD with Tracks
Come and join me on a journey through ways we have created connected PD in a GSuite Track and how we have leveraged our data through BrightBytes to drive our instruction. I will also explain how we have increased capacity in teachers by creating comprehensive PD opportunities, customized to their needs, or by a broader curricular topic. By completing these comprehensive PD opportunities, we are creating teacher leaders who take their knowledge back to their schools to teach others and build capacity.
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

New Economy, New Jobs, Are You Ready
The world our kids are growing up in is so vastly different than what we experienced, and it's even different than five years ago. We have a new economy, with new jobs, that take an entirely new skill set in order for our children to be successful - are you ready? Learn what's happening out in the world and some very simple ways to get started at your school now! 
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

Tools You Can Use Tomorrow
What a fantastic time to be using technology in the classroom. The amount of free, affordable and downright cool solutions is amazing! This class will introduce you to some top Websites, Apps and Tools you can start using in your classroom tomorrow. We will also take a peek into the future at some technology that might be part of your classroom in the future.
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

Vanilla or Neapolitan?
Welcome to the 21st century! When you read this message what comes to mind? Is it thank you? Were 19 years into the 21st century why are you saying this? Then why are our classroom and schools still operating like its 1999? In this session, were going to discuss the importance of student voice and having trans-literal teachers and students.
Presenters
avatar for Terence White

Terence White

Technology Learning Coach, Mannheim School District 83
Terence is a Technology Learning Coach at Scott School in Melrose Park, Illinois. In his 9th year of education, Terence is extremely passionate about equity, technology and instilling the love of learning in his students and teachers. As a Certified Google Educator and Innovator... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

A Quest for Equity in Illinois
Come be a part of the discussion about Equity in Education in Illinois. The is a conversation that you want to be apart of. For years we have professed our desire to educate ALL children, however we have come short year after year, as the data shows a great disparity in the achievement of minorities. With all that we know, why are we still failing children across Illinois? What’s in the way? What can we do beyond this discussion?
Presenters
avatar for Monica Griffin

Monica Griffin

Educator/ Framework for Teaching Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Monica meets the diverse needs of teachers, students and learning environments by providing educational services that will enhance performance. Her professional experience includes serving as a Special Education teacher for grades K - 12, Special Education Case Manager, Freshman Academy... Read More →
avatar for Jennie Magiera

Jennie Magiera

Chief Program Officer, EdTechTeam
Jennie Magiera is the Chief Program Officer for EdTechTeam, working on diversity and equity in education initiatives and the author of Courageous Edventures. She is also the co-founder and president of the non-profit The Student Voice Foundation, whose mission is to encourage and... Read More →
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Robert Bachar

River Forest
KF
AJ

Anne Jacobson

Maine Township
RM

Ralph Martire

Education Writers Association (EWA)
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avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Panel Session

11:15am CST

Google for All: Projects and Activities for Every Classroom
Experience our Google infused classroom as a student while gaining project ideas for a variety of content areas and grade levels. Personalize your learning by selecting projects of your choice that include a variety of Google apps as well as other free resources that use Google logins. Also, learn how your Google Classroom can host your students’ one-stop-shop for learning.
Presenters
avatar for Erin Benaitis
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86
avatar for Jill Young

Jill Young

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public School District 86

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

11:15am CST

Managing Inquiry to Deepen Learning
Inquiry based learning is engaging and meaningful, but it can be messy and challenging to implement. How can teachers leverage digital tools to spark and oversee inquiry learning? This session will provide practical ideas for introducing inquiry and address strategies for managing the workflow unique to this learning framework. Time for hands on exploration will be provided.
Presenters
avatar for Kelli Lane

Kelli Lane

Technology Integration Specialist, Avoca School District 37
Kelli Lane is a Technology Integration Specialist for the Avoca School District. She has a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology as well as Educational Theatre. Teaching in Kansas City, Dubai and now the suburbs of Chicago, Kelli has been a general ed and computer teacher, tech... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

11:15am CST

Minecraft: First Time Around the Block!
Interested in learning about Minecraft Education? Wondering how teaching and learning can be reimagined through game-based learning? We'll share successes, learning experiences and tips for getting your students started with Minecraft in the classroom. No playing experience necessary!
Presenters
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avatar for Diane Powell

Diane Powell

Instructional Technology Coach, Daniel Wright Jr High
Instructional Technology Coach
avatar for Simon Vasey

Simon Vasey

Teacher/Technology Coach, Lincolnshire-Prairie View SD103
Instructional Tech Coach. Promoter of #GBL, #LifeLongKindergarten, and #CSEd. Minecraft Global Mentor and Learning Specialist @i2eEDU. Learning from #esportsedu... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

11:45am CST

Digital Citizenship Challenges and Wins
For kids, digital life is real life. It's where they build friendships, take a stand on issues, and do so much more.  This can bring a lot digital dilemmas into their personal life, family life and school life.  Join us as we create a conversation around our experiences on how we  ensure our students have the resources necessary to be safe, responsible and ethical in a digital world.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:45am - 12:15pm CST
Perfection
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Introducing the new and Improved K-12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum from Common Sense Education
We are excited to share our updates to the curriculum informed by new research with Harvard’s Project Zero to make sure educators have the best resources to prepare today’s students for success.  Join us as we showcase the new scope and sequence, and highlight new lesson topics.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:15pm CST
Perfection
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Building Student Leaders Through Broadcasting
Are you looking for ways to build student leadership skills and amplify student voice? Then a student-driven broadcasting club might be the right choice for you! A broadcasting club provides students opportunities to collaborate and hone their leadership skills, while building school community. Come and learn about the process of launching our very first broadcasting club, including resources and materials to get you started.
Presenters
avatar for Cassidy Kuhlmann
avatar for Matthew Tombs

Matthew Tombs

Digital Learning Coach, East Maine School District 63
Matt Tombs has been a Digital Learning Coach for East Maine SD 63 since 2016, where he coaches teachers on how to effectively integrate technology tools into the classroom environment by focusing on the SAMR Model. Prior to that, he taught 4th grade in Arlington Heights SD 25, and... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

But Wait There's More... Even More from Google for Education!
Did you know that beyond the core set of Google tools, there is a world of amazing resources for you to use tomorrow in your classroom with students? During this high paced, energized session, we will explore some of the lesser known tools and resources available from Google for use in education. We will run through 30 amazing tools and explore some ways to use some of the Google products you are already using in new and interesting ways. We will explore the Google Training Center, Google Transformation Center, Google Expeditions, Advanced Search, Google Earth, G Suite Training for Education, the Google Cultural Institute, Google Keep, Google Photos, SpellUp, have fun with drawing and many, many more! Participants will walk away from this high energy, fast paced session with some ideas, tips and tricks that you can take back and you in your classroom and in any role right away!
Presenters
avatar for Andy Fekete

Andy Fekete

Instructional Technology Specialist, Indian Prairie School District #204

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Coaching: The After Hours
Spreading your influence as a coach across a district can be challenging. Come explore what a coach does “after hours” to make a bigger impact. Through the use of creation tools that amplify video and audio production, you’ll uncover the secret to maintaining reflective practices, feeling vulnerable to try new things, and pick up a few tricks that even students can try in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Angela Gonzales

Angela Gonzales

iCoach, Berwyn South School District 100
avatar for Justin Gonzalez

Justin Gonzalez

Assistant Principal, Berwyn South School District 100

Coaching The After Hours pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Connect Math and Science Through Creativity 
Experience an interdisciplinary math and science lesson as Apple Distinguished Educators share how the new Everyone Can Create learning materials help students observe, synthesize, and share learning through creative expression. A Numbers spreadsheet becomes the canvas for visualizing data through drawing, and a promotional video comes to life in Clips.
Moderators
avatar for Karrin Burns

Karrin Burns

3rd Grade Teacher, River Forest SD 90
Karrin Burns is an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) and novice iOS app developer. She is a Grade 3 teacher at Lincoln School in River Forest, Illinois. Karrin enjoys using inquiry-based learning and design-thinking in her classroom to maximize student learning as well as encourage... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Nancy Gadzala

Nancy Gadzala

weCreate Lab Facilitator/ MRC Director, CCSD181
Nancy is the weCreate Lab Facilitator and MRC Director at Madison School in Hinsdale. A former 5th grade teacher who utilized a flexible classroom environment, engaged students in collaborative, creative learning with 1:1 iPads, and spearheaded a STEAM program for all grade levels... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Discover Schoolwork and Classroom: Powerful Tools for Teaching 
Learn how to manage iPads during class, easily distribute and collect materials, assign activities within apps, follow student progress, and collaborate with each of your students, all in real time. These new teaching tools help you and your students take advantage of the creative power of apps on iPad.
Presenters
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Dive-In for Cross-Curricular Differentiated Instruction
The use and implementation of multiple learning (digital) platforms to differentiate student learning. Using these platforms can enhance student choice and global collaboration. Using NewsEla for Content, Padlet for Collaboration, BrainPop for Visual, and Penpal Schools for Global Learning. The participants will learn how to blend curriculum and continue learning as the year progresses.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Enger

Sarah Enger

4th Grade Co-Teacher, Berwyn South SD 100
I am a fourth grade inclusion teacher, who enjoys implementing and incorporating new techniques and ideas into the classroom. I have used Penpal Schools to merge in-classroom content with global experiences. Students love working on new projects and meeting/collaborating with new... Read More →
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Hapara Hacks for a Happy Classroom
A classroom full of Chromebooks can be overwhelming for teachers and students, but policing and browser lockdowns tend to backfire. In this quick session, you’ll learn simple ways to use Hapara tools to do less “gotcha” and more good. We’ll discuss ways to grow and support great digital citizens while taking the load off yourself--with simple, transparent, and positive classroom management strategies.
Presenters
avatar for Evyan Wagner

Evyan Wagner

Professional Learning Manager, Hapara
Evyan is the Professional Learning Manager at Hapara. She's worked with teachers and districts across the globe to develop informed, transformative classroom practice with technology. Using her experience as an Instructional Technology Coach, Literacy Specialist, and classroom teacher... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Connection
  Breakout, Vendor session

12:45pm CST

Increase Student Engagement with Interactive Design
Interactive design creates meaningful relationships between students and activities, from computers to mobile devices to appliances and beyond. Here’s your chance to learn some of the best uses of G Suite for Education and explore beneficial Chrome apps and extensions. Tools to be featured include Google Draw, Google Slides, Book Creator, Screencastify, and many more. Come examine how educators can make the most of these tools to increase student engagement and depth of knowledge. 
Presenters
avatar for Lance Key

Lance Key

Engagement Specialist, Putnam County School District
Lance Key is the Instructional Technology Specialist and has taught all math classes 6th Grade math to AP Calculus. He has a B.S. Degree in math from Middle Tennessee State University and a Masters Degree in Teaching and Learning from Cumberland University. He has taught mathematics... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

12:45pm CST

Let them Lead: Giving Students Opportunities to Facilitate their own Learning
Who’s doing the work in your classroom? Join us for a session full of student ownership tools and resources to take back and utilize in your classroom. Get excited for time to explore different strategies, activities, and student choice! Participants will leave ready to give students the opportunity to facilitate their own learning… AKA… LET THEM LEAD!
Presenters
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avatar for Jennifer Eggert

Jennifer Eggert

Innovative Learning Coach, Bloomingdale School District 13
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Once You Go Paperless, You Never Go Back!
Lost in a sea of papers to grade everyday? Dreading proofreading those rough drafts? Fear stricken at the thought of the copy machine jamming again as you make your copies for the coming week? Well, fear no more! Google Classroom is here to save the day and make your life easier! Participants will learn how to get started using one of Google's most interactive applications, Classroom. Come see how Classroom can increase your productivity and free up time in your day!
Presenters
avatar for Jama Eddleman

Jama Eddleman

Technology Director, Jonesboro Grade School
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Stephanie Hill

Technology Teacher, Jonesboro Grade School
I am a middle school technology teacher who is a Google Nut! I love Google and its products. I am a Google for Education Certified Trainer and an ICE of Southern Illinois member.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Reading for Meaning with Read Naturally Live
Learn how to develop fluency, support vocabulary, and promote comprehension by combining three powerful, research-based strategies:  teacher modeling, repeated reading, and progress monitoring.  Learn how to meet standards and accelerate the achievement of developing and struggling readers.  These effective strategies are demonstrated using Read Naturally’s web-based software program, Read Live.   
Presenters
avatar for Carol Ann Kane

Carol Ann Kane

Education Consultant, Read Naturally

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Reimagining Research
Tired of uninspired students slogging through research projects, filled with rote notetaking and questionable connection to students' interests? Let's reimage the research process! Integrating collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and yes, even creativity, into the research process helps to prepare students for today's world.
Presenters
avatar for Linda Diekman

Linda Diekman

Library Information Specialist, Central Elementary School
Linda Diekman is a National Board Certified Teacher Librarian at Central Elementary School in Wilmette and facilitates student learning in their Learning Commons.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

The NEW Google Sites - Google Edu on Tour
Now more than ever before, students need to show their learning and the New Google Sites makes it easy for students to display progress and completed products as evidence of mastery. This hands on session will guide you through the creation of a Google site that can be used as a Classroom Teaching Hub or student portfolio. The simple design and drag and drop interface allow anyone to be a webmaster in no time.

Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Trending Ed Tech … Giving Your Teachers PD They Love!

The Moveable Feast is a proven model of Professional Development for teachers that has been around for 20 years. Join our curriculum coordinators and site coordinator to learn how this PD model has impacted teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms. All attendees will leave with a Feast Playbook and the most loved teacher take aways to use in your classroom tomorrow.
Presenters
avatar for Christine Chiodo

Christine Chiodo

STEAM Teacher, Pontiac Junior High
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Tammi Lapinski

Administrative Assistant, Bloomington Public Schools
KS
avatar for Brandon Thornton

Brandon Thornton

Mathematics Educator, Speech Coach, Bloomington Public Schools, District 87
I'm just an ordinary teacher trying to be the person my dog already thinks I am.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Visual Literacy and Video Creation with WeVideo.
Participants will discuss the overarching themes of Visual Literacy as well as important steps for students in Video Creation before receiving instruction on using WeVideo and accessing Photo Resources (such as copyright free images)
Teachers will be given time to sign-up and explore WeVideo (and walk-away with a few other Video Creation resources) in hopes that they will incorporate these tools in their curriculum and/or create their own videos.
Presenters
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Be the One for Kids
Be The One For Kids is a simple yet profound message and we should all start having the conversation of how we can Be The One For Kids. This keynote takes the audience on a journey through education, by hearing engaging stories about my journey, the impact we all have, and how we can all unleash our power to change the lives of our students. This keynote lists 10 ways that every educator can Be The One For Kids. The audience will leave inspired and encouraged to do whatever it takes for kids.
Presenters
avatar for Ryan Sheehy

Ryan Sheehy

Educator
Ryan was raised in Southern California where his diverse education experiences all started. He attended public school, private school, and was homeschooled. He has seen and been part of all types of education systems, which gives him a different perspective. Ryan is a passionate educator... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:45pm CST

Effective Teacher Leaders Implement the Four C’s of School Success
Effective teachers and leaders don’t “Fuss” with students about pencils! They understand that our students overcome so many obstacles in their lives to get to our classrooms each day, they don’t need us to “major in the minor”! We need to focus on the important things in our schools and tend to the emotional well-being of our students, so they can become resilient. Principal EL believes there are four major concepts that we must implement each day in our schools and they all begin with the letter “C”. Of course, there are many concepts that impact the success of our teachers and students but there are four “Must Haves” for every Effective Educator! You will learn what they are when you spend time in Principal EL’s session and you must bring your own powerful “C” word to add to this growing list! Are you up to the challenge?

Presenters
avatar for Salome Thomas-El

Salome Thomas-El

Principal, Speaker and Author, Thomas Edison Public Charter School
Dr. Salome Thomas-EL has been a teacher and principal since 1987. He received national acclaim as a teacher and chess coach, where his students have gone on to win world recognition as Eight-Time National Chess Champions. Principal EL was a regular contributor on the “The Dr. Oz... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:45pm CST

Leading Organizational Change Through The Transformation of Learning Spaces
Intentional design of learning space is an opportunity for significant organization change. From the moment that someone walks onto your campus, the space tells a story. This includes the use of digital tools to showcase and demonstrate modern learning. Join this session to learn ways to craft every space into a modern, inviting, missional place for kids and the community. Big change starts with small decisions on how to use the physical, digital, and virtual spaces for learning.
Presenters
avatar for Robert Dillon

Robert Dillon

School Designer, Innovative School Designs
Dr. Robert Dillon has served as a thought leader in education over the last twenty years as a teacher, principal, and director of innovation. Dr. Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Dr. Dillon serves on... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:45pm CST

Meet the Author - Book Signing and Selfies with Adam Welcome
Come hang out with Adam! He'll be signing books, taking selfies and just hanging out in the PLN Plaza, so come by and hang out!
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

12:45pm CST

Book Signing and Selfies
Come hang out with Adam! He'll be signing books, taking selfies and just hanging out in the PLN Plaza, so come by and hang out!
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza

12:45pm CST

IGNITE Sessions: See Description for Titles/Sessions
MultiMedia Engagement
Engage students using multimedia projects to connect with storytelling and research presentations. This session highlights the use of GoogleSites, WeVideo, and GoogleMaps to guide students in the creation of narrative movie representations, interactive websites and historical role play.

Multipotentialites Really Do Exist
Throughout history, we've been called 'gentleman scholars' and 'renaissance men'. In today's world of specialization, we are 'indecisive'. Multipotentialites are the hidden superheroes in schools, working as students, teachers, and leaders.

Need for Active Learners
One of the keys to academic achievement is active learning. According to research -personalized, collaborative, and connected learning experiences enhance student engagement, which in turn drives student success. By integrating active learning into the classroom, educators Active learning can take learning experiences to the next level and improve student performance to make the classroom as dynamic as the world around us.

Reaching ALL Students with Mastery Learning
Mastery Learning is a must in this day and age - but how do you make it manageable and effective? Let’s talk about best practice methods that have been shared and utilized to increase student achievement and ownership through self-paced mastery grids across the country. By providing tools that create a self-paced, personalized and student-centered classroom environment, every student can be met where they are at and thrive in the classroom! Get ready to reach ALL students in the classroom. Get up and Grid!

The Integration of Minecraft in Education 
Minecraft, a widely-beloved video game enjoyed by tens of millions of players worldwide, is being integrated into schools and school districts throughout the world. This presentation will discuss the benefits, fallbacks, and educational values seen through the use of the game in the classroom.
Presenters
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Scotty Vrablik

Co-Founder, Clean Minecraft Videos
Scott Vrablik is a Sophomore student at Carmel Catholic High School as well as the co-founder and co-owner of Clean Minecraft Videos, an emerging startup company offering teachers and parents a selection of over 700 pre-screened, guaranteed appropriate Minecraft videos. Scott has... Read More →
avatar for Rae Hughart

Rae Hughart

Educator, Evans Junior High School, McLean County
Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois and the Director of Training & Development for Progressive Mastery Learning, LLC. Rae trains educators on how to partner with local businesses to design dynamic, connected content by designing themed units dedicated to community... Read More →
avatar for Nick Aguina

Nick Aguina

Partnerships Manager, Future Design School
Nicholas works as an Instructional Technology Coach & U.S History teacher at Community High School District 117 in Antioch, IL. He is a former special education teacher and has over 8 years of designing lessons to meet the needs of a group of diverse learners. Nicholas is a Google... Read More →
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Dr. Matthew X. Joseph

Presenter, UCET
Dr. Matthew X. Joseph is the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning in New Bedford MA. He is also the CEO of X-Factor EDU consulting and publishing. Experiences such as Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Digital... Read More →
avatar for Matt Weld

Matt Weld

SEL Coach, ROE #40
Curious, passionate, and interested in all things education. I've been a teacher, administrator, and tech coach. Currently SEL Coach for ROE #40/SEL Hub 5, leader for www.directionsconference.com, www.teachillinois.org, and Teachers' Classroom podcast. Dad, husband, Google Certified... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Ignite

12:45pm CST

Digital Differentiation
As more devices get in the hands of students, it’s our job to maximize the use of technology to serve their individual needs. In this session, we will focus on the use of websites, apps and GSuite extensions that will help all students stay organized, communicate and collaborate. With specific examples of how these tech tools have been used effectively with students of all ranges, attendees will leave this session with the newest updates as well as practical ways to implement these ideas in any classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Buelow

Jennifer Buelow

Teacher, CCSD15
As a National Board Certified middle school ELA teacher for the past 17 years, I have a passion for integrating technology to reach and teach all learners. I am a Google Certified Educator and Google Certified Trainer, and I love showing teachers how they can leverage the Google suite... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:45pm CST

Math in the Digital World

Move your students into the digital math world! In this training, you will explore effective ways to have students collaborate digitally in math, learn how to incorporate C.R.A. online, capture students’ concrete work, flip your math classroom, and more!
Presenters
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →
avatar for Jill Young

Jill Young

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public School District 86

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:45pm CST

Transforming Students into Game Designers
Let's get creative and discuss ways in which students can create their own educational games and media in both digital and traditional platforms. By designing powerful visual user experiences, students can take charge of the learning process, problem solve, collaborate with peers and experts, and develop content-rich products playable by other students. In this session, you will gain access to free game templates, prompts, and standards-aligned lesson plans to help your students create games and digital art quickly and effectively. Types of games covered will include a range of STEAM subjects, theme-based quizzing, coding, and more! Let's discover ways we can help students learn how they learn best.
Presenters
avatar for Mary Baker

Mary Baker

President, eLearning Current, LLC.
Need a creative professional who can help you make something amazing online? I’m here for you. As President of eLearning Current, LLC, I help clients bring their creative web dreams to fruition. Some of my services include designing and developing websites, online training programs... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

12:45pm CST

Using Technology to Practice and Play: Data Collection Tools
This session will introduce free sites such as Socrative, Qiuzizz,
Quizlet Live, EdPuzzle and Kahoot, to promote 100% student
engagement, create fun ways to practice skills, promote
cooperative learning and gather student data at the click of a
button.
Presenters
avatar for Monica Griffin

Monica Griffin

Educator/ Framework for Teaching Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Monica meets the diverse needs of teachers, students and learning environments by providing educational services that will enhance performance. Her professional experience includes serving as a Special Education teacher for grades K - 12, Special Education Case Manager, Freshman Academy... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:15pm CST

Privacy
The Common Sense Privacy Initiative has been in place for several years now. Come see our updated materials, evaluations, and resources. We look forward to having conversations about how we can help you deal with your privacy concerns.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Ehehalt

Jennifer Ehehalt

Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Media
Jennifer Ehehalt is the Sr. Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. As a former elementary educator, Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. Jennifer designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights... Read More →
avatar for Steve Garton

Steve Garton

Senior Manager, Common Sense Privacy Project
Steve Garton is a Senior Manager for Common Sense Privacy and is an expert in meaningful technology integration, particularly in large-scale initiatives. He supports districts with professional development planning, program monitoring, student assessment, privacy issues and communication... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 1:15pm - 1:45pm CST
Perfection
  Breakout

2:00pm CST

Increasing Accessibility and Fostering Inclusive Classrooms with (free) tools from Microsoft Education
Design authentic activities that acknowledge and accommodate for all variations of learners. MS Learning Tools & Translator bring advanced accessibility options for a wide range of students with proven success in reading and writing achievement. See these and other tools bring the content to the student while removing barriers to learning.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Rummelhart

Adam Rummelhart

Microsoft Learning Consultant, Microsoft
Adam Rummelhart is the Microsoft Learning Consultant for the Chicagoland area. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2013 with a degree in History. He has taught across Chicago in Chicago Public Schools, a charter school and most recently summer school at Lake Forest High School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza

2:30pm CST

"I do, We do, You do" Reading Strategies with Blended Learning
Combining pedagogical methods of literacy with Web-based content, Learning A-Z's teacher resources help facilitate a blended learning approach with, " I do": teacher-led instruction using comprehension skill packs. "We do": students in small groups reading digitally assignable practice passages and "You do" individual students read leveled EBooks that have been digitally assigned, featuring online tools for annotations and highlighting.  Students then take an online quiz, results allowing teachers to make instructional next steps .
This session is hosted by #ICE19 Vendor Learning A-Z
Presenters
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Jason Generally

Learning A-Z

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

2:30pm CST

#Screencastify Your Learning in G Suite - Google Edu on Tour
Blended and flipped instruction set students free to take charge of their own learning. Screencastify and Google Classroom are the perfect marriage to allow students to gain independence and explore learning on their own. Come explore in a hands on session and experience the dynamic learning that takes place when these two tools collide.
Presenters
avatar for Lisa Thumann

Lisa Thumann

Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships, EdTechTeam
Lisa Thumann has been offering technology integration professional development since 2002. Before joining EdTechTeam in 2014, Lisa was a K-6 classroom teacher and technology education specialist at Rutgers and Kean Universities in New Jersey. Lisa oversees EdTechTeam’s business... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

A Few of My Favorite Things: A Super Duper Edtech Geek Out
Artificial Intelligence, automation, authentic audience, Google Photos, Minecraft Education Edition, Quadblogging, Crossbraining, and more! After attending nearly every major edtech conference in the US, I've seen some of the coolest classroom tech around. Join me for this fast-paced, exciting and informative session on the latest and greatest edtech on the planet. 
Presenters
avatar for Eric Patnoudes

Eric Patnoudes

Sponsor, Otus

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Art and Music Go Hand and Hand With Technology

Music and Art Specialists will not want to miss this. We will dive into the use of technology in the arts classroom. Musical compositions with coding as well as art masterpieces will be discussed in this session. Some of the resources we will use include OSMO, Makey, Makey, Spheros, Dash, Ozobots as well as apps that will transform and amaze. Whether you are a specialist or a classroom teacher who is looking for new ideas, plan on attending this session and walk out with new ideas.
Presenters
avatar for Cathy Houchin

Cathy Houchin

Elementary Music Teacher
I love to use technology in my teaching. I like to use different ways to assess how many students are learning.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Become a 4 C's Ninja
Become a 4 C’s Ninja Warrior! This session will show you a way to gamify content for your students or teacher PD. Participants will work in small teams to learn about the 4 C’s and various ways to incorporate Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, and Critical Thinking in the classroom. Instructors will be your guide on the side as you earn badges when you complete Ninja challenges. This fun, fast-paced, hands-on session will allow you to leave with many ideas to help your students or teachers understand and use the 4 C’s as well as spark ideas to gamify your content in the classroom.
Presenters
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avatar for Kim Paulus

Kim Paulus

Instructional Coach, Central CUSD 301
Kim Paulus, Ed.D. is an experienced Instructional Coach, teacher and presenter employed at Central 301 in the Chicago Suburbs. She spent 27 years in the middle school classroom and is in her 6th year as an Instructional Coach. Kim is a strong believer in the power of a Growth Mindset... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Bringing your In-District PD Online
In this session, participants will learn to create in-district PD training sessions online using G-Suite for Education apps, Google Sites and Google Classroom. The skills presented in this session also model online instruction design for teachers of any grade level to use in their classrooms when creating blended learning lessons. Participants should be familiar with G-Suite tools.

One of the biggest obstacles for teachers seeking professional development (PD) is time. With online PD, teachers can seek out PD at a time that works best. Bringing PD online also allows a greater time-frame than a traditional “sit-and-get” session. This makes it much easier to follow up with skills learned and measure how the PD skills have impacted student learning. Teachers can also seek out more relevant PD than traditional PD sessions which traditionally teaches one topic to all teachers. Thus leading to deeper meaning and more impact on classroom learning.
Presenters
avatar for Tyler Breitbarth

Tyler Breitbarth

Technology Specialist, Eureka CUSD 140
Mr. Tyler Breitbarth holds his Master's Degree in Education Technology. He a Licensed Education Technology Specialist through the Illinois State Board of Education, a Google Certified Educator, and Professional Development Workshop Presenter. With over 10 years in education and a... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Coding Isn’t Just for Big Kids! Coding in the Primary Grades!
Are you stuck with how to teach coding to younger students? So were we. See where we started, and how our primary students are now coding, and love it! We will demonstrate  coding in our tech labs with both unplugged and plugged activities for grades K-2 using Beebot, Dash, Kodable, and more. See how coding connects to a variety of subject areas, including reading, science and math!  All activities have been used successfully in District 101.
Presenters
avatar for Vickie Antonsen

Vickie Antonsen

Technology Integration Specialist, Western Springs SD 101
avatar for Beth Tortorello

Beth Tortorello

Technology Integration Specialist, Western Springs School District 101
Seesaw Ambassador, Tech4Learning Innovative Educator, coding in the K-5 classroom, green screen enthusiast and tech educator in Western Springs School District 101.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Innovation
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Design Thinking: Not Just for Techies and Makers
You are most likely familiar with design thinking, the process that companies and individuals use to solve problems and create new products. You may have even learned the process at a workshop or conference session (perhaps involving building something with foil and popsicle sticks). But how does one actually use design thinking in education? Believing this process is an important, future-ready skill for our students, we set a goal this year of implementing design thinking throughout our entire K-12 school, from student projects, to teacher professional development, to redesigning learning spaces. Come hear about our approach and how our students are benefitting from it (and yes, foil and popsicle sticks are still involved!).
Presenters
avatar for Elizabeth Shutters

Elizabeth Shutters

Director of Curriculum & Innovation, Roycemore School
Beth Shutters is the Director of Curriculum and Innovation at Roycemore School, a small independent K-12 school in Evanston. Beth is a Google for Education Certified Trainer. She especially enjoys instilling a love of lifelong learning in students and teachers. You can follow her... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Knowledge
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Getting to Know Esports
This round table discussion, led by the ByteSpeed team and a panel of university esports members, will focus on the growing opportunities esports offers in high schools and at the collegiate level.  You will have the opportunity to ask questions about these new and exciting programs; come ready to learn how students can gain confidence, grow friendships, and earn college scholarships. 
Presenters
avatar for ByteSpeed

ByteSpeed

ByteSpeed
ByteSpeed has been a leading IT solutions resource since 1999. In addition to custom building computer hardware, ByteSpeed also leverages strategic partnerships to sell other quality technology solutions. We provide enterprise-networking solutions and professional IT services in all... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Next Generation Conferences: Not just SITting Around
The Students Involved with Technology (SIT) Conference is staged simultaneously at multiple Illinois sites. Participants and presenters are students in grades 3-12 who get a professional technology conference experience. Come meet past student presenters and participants and conference organizers to find out how we bring thousands of kids together.
Presenters
TL

Tammi Lapinski

Administrative Assistant, Bloomington Public Schools
KS

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Professional Learning with Apple
Discover how to help educators get the most from Apple technology. Hear about comprehensive resources and services to help build foundational skills with Apple products and integrate them into learning to engage students more deeply. Learn how Apple Professional Learning Specialists can work side by side with you _x000B_to innovate your learning and teaching practices.
Presenters
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Reaching ALL Students with Mastery Learning
This session will provide participants with easy to implement strategies to reach ALL students with Mastery Learning in their classrooms. The discussed methods have been shared and utilized to increase student achievement and ownership through self-paced mastery grids across the country. By providing tools that create a self-paced, personalized and student-centered classroom environment every student can be met where they are at and thrive in the classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Rae Hughart

Rae Hughart

Educator, Evans Junior High School, McLean County
Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois and the Director of Training & Development for Progressive Mastery Learning, LLC. Rae trains educators on how to partner with local businesses to design dynamic, connected content by designing themed units dedicated to community... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Supercharge your PD!
Feel like your training is a drag? Did you know that one of the top ten challenges that trainers face is learner engagement? It's time to put some pep in your PD. During this workshop, participants will explore and discuss strategies to build a community of connected learners. Participants will power up their tech toolkits with tech tools to increase adult learner engagement. By the end of the session, participants will create an outline of their own Supercharged PD session using the tech tools and strategies presented.
Presenters
avatar for Chappel Billings

Chappel Billings

Founder, Chappel BIllings LLC
Chappel Billings has almost two decades of experience in the education sector as a special education teacher, administrator, and instructional designer. She now serves as Founder and Consultant for Chappel Billings LLC. Chappel advises training professionals to leverage technology... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

When The Bleep Are We Going To Use That!
In an attempt to engage uninterested students in typically uninteresting material, I worked to develop a classroom with challenging hands-on activities with a plot. I'll share my experiences playing Walter White and the Cryogenically Frozen Head of Walt Disney while teaching in the flipped model. I'll show you how my class has stolen/modified space stations, attempted to save Puerto Rico, and colonized Mars using project-based learning and 3D printing.
Presenters
RG

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Using Board Games to Teach the 4C's
Board games are a great way to foster collaborative learning experiences. Games build social emotional learning skills and help students develop critical thinking skills in a highly engaging manner. This session will highlight kid-tested board games that support the 4C's and K-12 curriculum content.
Presenters
avatar for Corrie Clemens

Corrie Clemens

LRC Director, Wild Rose Elementary School
Corrie Clemens is the LRC Director at Wild Rose Elementary School. She also coordinates the Wild Rose Maker Club and the Wild Rose School Maker Faire. Corrie has presented on technology and Maker Education topics at ICE and ISLMA, and she teaches an online graduate course for aspiring... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Breakout (Student Led)

2:30pm CST

Designing Learning Spaces for the STEM Mindset
Growing the STEM mindset requires modern learning spaces. As we look to craft STEM curriculum and instruction to prepare our students for college and careers, it is essential that they have an opportunity to learn in spaces that support this mindset. The tradition of desks and rows with a teacher directed classroom is inhibiting our progress to address the needs of all students. This presentation allows teachers and leaders to see best practices based on previous district success and brain research. Designing excellent learning spaces for STEM isn’t about decorating, but they are about having conversations about purpose and intentionality. Participants will leave with a variety of hacks and ideas that they can use to transform their classrooms and set in motion new STEM mindset for all students.  
Presenters
avatar for Robert Dillon

Robert Dillon

School Designer, Innovative School Designs
Dr. Robert Dillon has served as a thought leader in education over the last twenty years as a teacher, principal, and director of innovation. Dr. Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Dr. Dillon serves on... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:30pm CST

Let's Make Some Videos
YouTube is cable in 2019 and having your students create videos is a must! Learn how to have kids create awesome video content and all you need is an iPad and a good idea. The number of You Tube millionaires is staggering, and the number of kids making thousands on the platform is even higher. No more dioramas or poster board presentations, video creation is where it’s at!
Presenters
avatar for Adam Welcome

Adam Welcome

Educator
Adam has been a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Director of Innovation for a district with 35,000 students. He was a '20 To Watch' with the National School Board Association, Principal of the Year in his region, a Fellow with the National Association of Elementary School... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:30pm CST

Merge Cube: It’s best apps, tips, tricks, insights and stories from the classroom
This class is all about the Merge Cube! What it is, how to use it, the people behind it and their future plans and also how they adapted their company to look after their new found family of educators! We will also take a look at some of their newer educational apps and share some great Merge Cube stories from the classroom
Presenters
avatar for Leslie Fisher

Leslie Fisher

Chief Geek, Fisher Technologies Incorporated
I am a geek that likes to speak!Leslie is the Director of Fisher Technologies Inc. (FTI) or lesliefisher.com. She specializes in K-12 Educational Technology conference and event presentation services as well as on site and online professional development. She worked with Apple Computer... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:30pm CST

The Show Must Go On
The focus in education has zeroed in on student mental health issues and what mindfulness can do in the classroom, but the topic of teacher mental health still remains taboo. This session discusses the importance of doing body scans and watching for mental health issues, using mindfulness but knowing when mindfulness isn’t enough, and other factors in the classroom that can affect mental health like burnout and secondary traumatic stress. Finally, how we can destigmatize mental health issues and create a culture of understanding.
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Show Must Go On Resource Page pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:30pm CST

Assess everyone’s level of readiness. Differentiate your lessons with EdTech tools.
Don’t change relevant text or material based on different readiness levels. Differentiation is an important component of our lessons and EdTech is a great tool to have all students interact with important and relevant material. We will look at EdPuzzle, Google Forms and Actively Learn to help reach all students. This session is a great fit for teachers and coaches who want to differentiate and promote literacy in their or their school’s disciplines.
Presenters
avatar for Jeffery Barlow

Jeffery Barlow

Spanish Teacher, Evanston Township High School
Jeff has taught Spanish for 24 years and is in his 18th year at Evanston Township High School (ETHS). In the 2015/16 school year, Jeff was the Technology Integration Specialist at ETHS for a five month period covering a leave of one of ETHS’ Technology Integration Specialists. He... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Table 5 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

2:30pm CST

Breakout!: Design Your Own Digital Escape Room
Digital escape rooms make learning meaningful and engaging for multiple contents, even when you're not there. Participants will explore how to use free tools to create digital escape rooms with Google Sites, Google Forms, and Canva. By the time the workshop is done, participants will be well on their way to having a completed digital escape room for classroom use.
Presenters
avatar for Stefanie Crawford

Stefanie Crawford

Instructional Coach, Dunlap CUSD 323
Stefanie Crawford taught middle school ELA for 12 years and is now an instructional coach. Stefanie is passionate about learning, creating, and inspiring other educators. She has a real passion for classroom and PD gamification, sketchnotes, trying new things, and all things Harry... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 4:45pm CST
Connection
  Workshop (Paid)

3:30pm CST

G Suite Health Check - Open your mouth and say Google - Google Edu on Tour
The Admin Console has hundreds of policy settings and controls. Do you have them all set correctly for a K-12 space? In this technical session we will look at common pitfalls and best practices for getting your G Suite Admin Console set up appropriately for staff and students.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Benson

Melissa Benson

Collaborative Community Lead, CDW Amplified for Education
A Google Workspace Certified Admin with over 14 years of experience in the Google Admin Console with K-12 schools. Melissa brings insights from working within K-12 school districts, being a Google for Education Consultant at Amplified IT, and now with CDW Amplified for Education as... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:30pm - 4:45pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Breaking Financial Barriers Through Blended Learning
How can you empower students to have confidence in their financial and career goals? Our session will cover financial capability, entrepreneurship, investing, and the growing importance of educating our students to be financially responsible citizens. Our financial education programs provide a rich foundation in areas such as budgeting, investing, credit, taxes, and financing higher education. Along their learning journey, the entrepreneurship program provides students an engaging platform to explore a potential career pathway.

This session provides educator access to Vault-Understanding Money (4th-6th grades), FutureSmart (6th-8th grades), Venture-Entrepreneurial Expedition (7th-10th), and EVERFI-Financial Literacy and Marketworks (9th-12th grades) and will discuss implementation strategies that can extend offline. These FREE interactive digital resources are student-driven and have assessments embedded into them, enabling students to go at their own pace as the teacher can be a facilitator in the classroom and see measurable outcomes from student work. Join us or visit EVERFI.com/k-12 to learn more.
Presenters
ND
avatar for Meaghan Joyce

Meaghan Joyce

Senior Schools Manager, EVERFI
Meaghan Joyce is a Senior Schools Manager with EVERFI, an education technology company that provides schools with no-cost digital resources. For over three years, she has supported schools around Illinois in their use of EVERFI's programs. Meaghan has always enjoyed partnering with... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Cultivate Your Brand: Social Media 101 for #Educators
Teachers and Administrators new to or just starting out on social media platforms Twitter and Instagram will learn the benefits of creating professional accounts and using their online presence as a communication tool within their school community as well as a collaboration tool with fellow educators. This session will also introduce the basics of how and why to set up Twitter and Instagram accounts and provide opportunities to brainstorm ideas that will help them cultivate their online brand. Before leaving the session, participants will create their own Twitter and Instagram accounts, find subject-relevant people to follow, and tweet and post their first professional online messages.
Presenters
avatar for Sarah LaVallee

Sarah LaVallee

5th Grade ELA, Gower School District 62
avatar for Kristen Miller

Kristen Miller

8th Grade ELA Long-Term Sub, Gower School District 62
Hello colleagues! I am SO excited to meet you at the #ICE19 conference! My teaching career began in the Chicago area in 2008 with high school English and German, but I decided to get my Masters a few years back to teach Reading and Language Arts to middle school students. High school... Read More →
JM

Julia Murray

student, Woodgrove HS

Social Media 101 for Educators ICE19 pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Elevating Student Learning with SAMR
Set your students up for success by aligning your teaching practices to 21st-century learning outcomes, and learn how SAMR can elevate your use of technology in the classroom! Dive into digital creation and communication tools, and leave with the resources and strategies to practically apply what you’ve learned to existing or new lessons. This session is jam-packed with helpful guides you’ll walk away with to return to and use at your own pace. Examples of ed tech resources covered include G Suite for Education, Explain Everything, Padlet, Book Creator, Flipgrid, and so much more!
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown

K-12 Education Strategist, CDW
In my role as a K12 Education Strategist within the CDW•G organization, I act as the voice of the educator to the CDW•G K12 sales team.It is my responsibility to provide an educator’s pedagogical expertise of the benefits, challenges, and impact of technology in the classroom... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Emotional Health and Technology
The digital world provides seemingly limitless opportunity and advantage to anyone with internet access. Join together to personally and collaboratively evaluate and dramatize one of the darker corners of technology's impact on the heart and mind, then strategize to ensure that families and schools are better equipped to ensure emotional well-being.
Presenters
avatar for Chris Noble

Chris Noble

Instructional Tech Specialist, Harlem Consolidated School District 122
My passion is to engage, build, and promote a culture of learning through compassionate, reflective, and impactful practices. I have been an instructional tech specialist since fall of 2017, and I bring with me 7 years of middle school ELA and 3 years of middle school science teaching... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

From Learning to Leading: Shifting Coaching Conversations from Tools to Teaching

Guided by the work of Dr. Liz Kolb (Learning First, Technology Second) and Diane Sweeney (Student-Centered Coaching) and nicely aligned with our district’s Strategic Plan, two first year coaches spearhead an initiative defining the role of technology within our classrooms. Working strategically to transform the definition of coaching, we were able to launch a 1:1 initiative focusing on opportunities for collaboration and creation. By curating a deep understanding of the device’s purpose and native abilities, we’ve shifted the conversation from “How do I access this tool?” to “What do we want students to be able to do?” Providing professional learning around instructional initiatives, we’ve efficiently and successfully altered the conversation from tools to teaching in one short year.


https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ix9jQ2p3YWqeL0hawpqX7eGimdsIhmSa3G1IskjtZkk/edit?usp=sharing
Presenters
avatar for Krissy Pierce

Krissy Pierce

Instructional Coach, NORTHBROOK SD 28
avatar for Ronit Shapiro

Ronit Shapiro

Instructional Technology Coach, NORTHBROOK SD 28

From Learning to Leading pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Got Assessment? Which Formative Assessment is right for your needs?
Educators are well aware that providing faster student feedback results in greater student understanding. Additionally, collecting feedback sooner allows time for the instructor to revise instruction and maximize student learning.

In this session we will demonstrate and elaborate on tools and techniques that will allow students and educators to:
-Provide feedback at student’s own pace
-Give immediate insights into student learning
-Allow visualization of student understanding
-Maximize student collaboration
Presenters
avatar for Brandi Argentar

Brandi Argentar

Tech Coach and Science Teacher, Adlai E. Stevenson High School
Brandi Argentar started her love for technology at U of I by publishing her physics research on Netscape. From there, she worked as a technology consultant for Ernst & Young. Eventually, she missed her biology roots and headed back to school to receive her MAT, and was able to fuse... Read More →
avatar for Christina Wood

Christina Wood

Science Instructor & Instructional Tech Coach, Adlai E. Stevenson
While Christina Wood has been part of Stevenson High School for over 20 years, her career began 25 years ago at a small private school, Regina Dominican. At Regina, her colleagues thought she would be the perfect person to head the technology committee (primarily because she was the... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Hidden Google Gems: Finding the Undiscovered Treasures
Did you know there are undiscovered treasures to be found in G Suite and other Googley products? They aren’t really hidden, you just don’t know where they are! Let’s discover, explore and have some fun while finding some excellent tools that will support our use of G-Suite in the classroom!
Presenters
avatar for Anne Truger

Anne Truger

Instructional Tech Coach, TrueNorth Educational Cooperative 804
Anne Truger is an educational technology consultant with over 20 years of classroom experience. Anne started her career as a Special Education teacher with a Masters in Instructional Technology. She went on to become a Director of Educational Technology Innovation.She is a Google... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

LAUNCHing K-8 STEAM into the Stars
The engineering design process (EDP) brings STEAM to life. But, how do we help K-8 students internalize this process? Come explore the LAUNCH Cycle—a student-friendly EDP framework. First-hand experiences and student examples will be featured. Walk away with confidence and inspiration to LAUNCH your STEAM program into the stars!

Slide deck
Presenters
avatar for Billy Heisler

Billy Heisler

Teacher, Lake Zurich CUSD 95
Passionate learner and educator. Middle school Computer Tech teacher. STEAM Camp co-teacher. Moonshot thinker.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Leveraging the Power of Students: Student Help Desk Support
Student tech programs empower students to develop career ready skills while providing invaluable support to students and teachers. Join passionate educators to discuss how these programs help students learn essential skills like collaboration, problem solving, and time management as they repair devices, support peers, process support tickets and much more.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Garry

Adam Garry

Sr. Director of Education Strategy, Dell Technologies
Adam Garry is a former elementary school teacher and is now Dell’s manager of global professional learning. He has presented at conferences around the world, including ISTE, and has delivered keynotes across the United States and in Costa Rica, Jamaica and Trinidad. He has published... Read More →
avatar for Kendall Latham

Kendall Latham

Education Strategist, Dell Technologies
Kendall is a life-long learner and committed educator focused on partnering with districts to optimize learning and growth for all. Her academic training and nearly two decades of working in public education have provided a broad perspective of the demands challenging communities... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Revive and Refresh Your Science and Social Studies Research Projects with Technology
Do you ever feel like your science and social studies projects aren't engaging the students as much as you’d like? Are you finding it challenging to implement NGSS? Interested in integrating technology more? Come learn from a librarian and technology coach who co-teach all major research projects! We will provide example research projects from grades 1-5 on science and social studies topics. You will leave this session with sample planning documents, final product examples, differentiated instruction, and assessment/reflection options.
Presenters
avatar for Anna Davis

Anna Davis

Technology Integration Coach, Northbrook/Glenview District 30
I am a Technology Integration Coach at Wescott School in Northbrook/Glenview School District 30. This is my third year in this technology role, but my seventh year teaching. I taught fourth grade for four years. I am a technology specialist serving students and teachers in a 1st-5th... Read More →
avatar for Margaret Janavicius

Margaret Janavicius

School Library Media Specialist, Wescott Elementary, School District 30
This is my 4th year as the librarian at Wescott School, a 1st-5th grade building in Northbrook/Glenview D30. I collaborate extensively with the tech specialist and classroom teachers. I have helped implement NGSS and the new Social Studies standards, and I have worked on incorporating... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Sketch Walk: Observations Drawings
Join Apple for an inspiring walk on sketching the people, objects, and places around you on iPad Pro using Apple Pencil. We’ll practice basic techniques, and share tips on how to observe and draw what you see.
Presenters
A

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

The Kids Are Alright: Tech Tools to Enhance Student Agency
Many people cite technology as the largest problem in teaching our students “soft skills” when, in reality, it may be our best solution. Using the Social Emotional Learning Standards and the current research on student agency -- personalized learning through student voice and student choice -- we will highlight tech tools that will make choice and voice an everyday part of your classroom.

“The Kids Are Alright” is often used ironically to convey that the kids are in fact not alright. With these tools, maybe they will be.
Presenters
avatar for Christine Chiodo

Christine Chiodo

STEAM Teacher, Pontiac Junior High
KS
avatar for Brandon Thornton

Brandon Thornton

Mathematics Educator, Speech Coach, Bloomington Public Schools, District 87
I'm just an ordinary teacher trying to be the person my dog already thinks I am.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Unlocking the mysteries of E-rate
The FCC's E-rate program makes telecommunications and information services more affordable for schools and libraries. This program can also leave school district professionals trying to complete the many applications and timelines frustrated, confused and just worn out! IL State E-rate Coordinator Melinda Fiscus will lead a discussion about the program, provide tips for navigating the system, and help answer questions about what to do when and how. Audience participation is welcomed and encouraged. If you have years of experience or were blessed with the title of E-rate applicant yesterday, this is the session for you.

(Extra Information: The conversation may lead to the completion of the E-rate Form 471 for FY2019-20 for those ready to file. In order to make this happen this session would need to be scheduled as the last session on Wednesday, and the room available after normal conference hours for those who want to stay and file. We are trying out this model at IETC with the 470 application. If this can be arranged, please add the next sentence to the description.) The presenter will remain after the session to hands-on assist districts in completing the E-rate Form 471 for the upcoming cycle.
Presenters
avatar for Mindy Fiscus

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Melinda Fiscus is the Director of Government Affairs for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. In this role, she provides networking opportunities, consulting services, and professional development for IL school districts. She also serves as one of the IL State E-Rate Coordinators... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Inspiration
  Breakout

3:45pm CST

Meet the Author - Book Signing with Mandy Froehlich
Come and join Mandy Froehlich to chat and ask questions about her two books Divergent EDU: Challenging Assumptions and Limitations to Create a Culture of Innovation and The Fire Within: Lessons from Defeat that Have Ignited a Passion for Learning.
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:45pm CST

Moving from Privacy to Trust
Data privacy is a growing priority for educators, parents, policymakers and other stakeholders. It is the responsibility of all school system leaders to create more trust around the use of student data to improve learning and teaching. Learn how school districts can balance technology advances with the need to protect student privacy. Join this interactive session about creating a trusted learning environment and learn about a new, voluntary Trusted Learning Environment seal.
Presenters
avatar for Keith Krueger

Keith Krueger

CEO, CoSN - Consortium for School Networking
Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:45pm CST

Vanilla or Neopolitan?
Welcome to the 21st century! When you read this message what comes to mind? Is it thank you? Were 19 years into the 21st century why are you saying this? Then why are our classroom and schools still operating like its 1999? In this session, were going to discuss the importance of student voice and having trans-literal teachers and students.
Presenters
avatar for Terence White

Terence White

Technology Learning Coach, Mannheim School District 83
Terence is a Technology Learning Coach at Scott School in Melrose Park, Illinois. In his 9th year of education, Terence is extremely passionate about equity, technology and instilling the love of learning in his students and teachers. As a Certified Google Educator and Innovator... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

3:45pm CST

Book Signing with Mandy Froehlich for Divergent EDU and The Fire Within
Come and join Mandy Froehlich to chat and ask questions about her two books Divergent EDU: Challenging Assumptions and Limitations to Create a Culture of Innovation and The Fire Within: Lessons from Defeat that Have Ignited a Passion for Learning.
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting
Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
ICE PLN Plaza (Exhibit Hall)
  ICE PLN Plaza

3:45pm CST

Build a Network of Innovative Teaching and Learning: An Instructional Leadership Panel
Hear from a panel of instructional leaders from Apple Distinguished Schools across Illinois. They’ll share stories about how they work with and inspire staff on campuses that are dedicated to continuous innovation.
Moderators
MC

Melissa Creech

Director of Instructional Technology, Glenbard Township District 87
I am the Director of Instructional Technology for Glenbard Township High School District 87. I'm passionate about SAMR, deep learning experiences and open educational resources.
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Presenters
avatar for Jordan Pelton

Jordan Pelton

iDirector

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Panel Session

3:45pm CST

Freaky Fast Feedback
This demo-slam interactive, technology-centric workshop will introduce participants to a variety of feedback and assessment tools to help create an effective workflow in the classroom. Tools addressed will be video feedback tools (Screencastify, EDPuzzle), GSuite based rubric feedback tools, and a review of the many digital quizzing tools designed for formative and summative feedback. Workshop includes a discussion of effective feedback best practices extracted from Grant Wiggins’ (Wiggins, 2012) research. Enhance student voice and differentiate with Freaky Fast Feedback. Grading workflow and giving and gathering feedback just got easier! Tools discussed and demonstrated are free and work best in a 1:1 environment; bring your laptop to get the most out of this session. Beginner or Intermediate technology skilled attendees will gain insight, practical practice, and "try it on Monday" ideas and tools in this high energy, quick-paced session.
Presenters
avatar for Shannon Schroeder

Shannon Schroeder

8th LA & District Instructional Technology Coach, Homer 33 C CCSD
Shannon Schroeder is a National Board Certified Teacher who teaches eighth grade Language Arts at Homer Jr. High in Homer Glen. She is a Google Certified Trainer and the district instructional technology coach leader. She is passionate about teaching with craftsmanship, meaningful... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Table 2 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

3:45pm CST

Let Google Be Your Receptionist!
Teaching would be such much easier if we all had receptionists! What if you had someone who would reply to emails for you, keep track of your appointments, remind you about tasks, or pull up the exact information you needed, when you needed it? Google can automate all of that! This session does not include the word "rigor" or "engagement", it gives teachers (and admin) the tools to get our day-to-day workload off of our plates so that we can focus on what really matters, the students in front of us. Free up your "mental bandwidth", with free tools you already have access to!
Presenters
avatar for Sean Eichenser

Sean Eichenser

Teacher, CPS Teacher
Hi there! I teach 7th & 8th grade ELA. I'm a Google Certified Educator Level 1 & 2, as well as a Google Certified Trainer. I've conducted training for CPS staff, Illinois State University, WITS (Rochelle Lee Teaching Award), and teachers all across the Chicago area. I was also formerly... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share
 
Thursday, February 28
 

8:30am CST

ISTE Certification Training (2 days)
ISTE Certification is a new competency-based, vendor-agnostic educator certification based on the ISTE Standards for Educators. This digital credential recognizes educators who understand how to use edtech for learning in meaningful and transformative ways. Illinois Computing Educators has been selected by ISTE to be an authorized provider of the ISTE Certification for Educators because of their commitment to high quality edtech professional learning and the ISTE Standards as a guide for transforming teaching and learning.
*Please note that this is a two-day training (Thursday, February 28 and Friday, March 01).
Presenters
avatar for Stan Gorbatkin

Stan Gorbatkin

Retired Public School Teacher, Principal, District Administrator, Volunteer / Consultant
Stan Gorbatkin continues to support innovation in public education after retiring with 34 years of Illinois Public School Service, including 30 years in IPSD 204. Stan served as a Teacher, Asst. Principal, and Principal before joining the IPSD 204 District-level administrative team... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 8:30am - 4:30pm CST
Knowledge
  Workshop (Paid)

11:15am CST

Browser Battle - Why Chrome Reigns Supreme?
So much of our technology lives are spent living within a browser. In the battle of browsers, why get caught in one that slows you down? In this session, we will explore how you can maximize your productivity within Google Chrome and ultimately why Google Chrome reigns supreme. Apps, Extensions, the Omnibox, accessibility to your connected Google services are just some of the features of Chrome that put the smackdown on every other browser. You will walk away with some tips and tricks as well as a better of understanding of how to take full advantage of Chrome and how it can impact your productivity and experience online.
Presenters
AF

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Cloud & Your Data Center - Roundtable Session
The Data Center landscape is changing rapidly and the Cloud brings a different dynamic for schools to consider.  Join our roundtable discussion around the Data Center and learn about all of the possibilities the Cloud can offer. 
Presenters
CB
RK
JW

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout, Vendor session

11:15am CST

Cultivating a Successful Coding Culture in your Schools and Classrooms
This session will give a detailed account of our Computer Science Immersion initiative implemented across our K-8 school District. Resources and ideas will be shared for your schools and classrooms. By embedding a Computer Science program into every subject area, students approach their world with a computational thought process!
Presenters
avatar for Phil Hintz

Phil Hintz

Director of Technology, Gurnee School District 56
Phil Hintz is the Director of Technology for Gurnee School District 56 in Gurnee, Illinois where he has been for the past 12 years. Currently, Phil's district is in their 6th year of a district- wide, 1:1 iPad initiative for all 2400 students and teachers in grades Pre-K through 8... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Deploying and Managing Apple in Education
Hear from Apple about the latest features for education in iOS, macOS, and tvOS. Learn about the enhanced Classroom app for iPad that provides more ways to guide learning, share work, and manage student devices. See how Apple School Manager can simplify and streamline deployment, and how tvOS makes it simple to configure Apple TV for common school scenarios. Explore new features in iOS and macOS that enable schools to manage devices and the classroom experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with peers from other schools and districts that are deploying Apple devices.
Presenters
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Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Email security
If you aren’t training your staff on email security, you leave yourselves open to unacceptable risks. This presentation will focus on “email fire drills” and how to use them to help staff identify phishing email and deal with it effectively.
Presenters
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Don Ringelestein

Director of Technology/CIO, West Aurora School District 129
10 Year Ed Tech professional, passionate about teaching and learning for everyone in school communities!

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Feeling Vulnerable? Securing Your Connected Future
Protecting your sensitive data in a world of increasing threat is no easy operation. Everyone is a target for cybercrime, but not every school or business has a dedicated Chief Information Security Officer and a team of security professionals to tackle the problems. That’s where we come in!  Learn how the Illinois  Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) – Illinois Century Network (ICN) is helping K-12 schools and organizations build a security defense. This session will also highlight the most important security issues and provide examples along with a roadmap to reduce the risk. Cyber criminals never stop trying to find your network weaknesses. As long as threats exist, you need a proactive cybersecurity plan to counteract them. A panel of experts and forward thinkers will be on hand to take audience questions.
Presenters
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Andre Bouravnev

DDoS subject matter expert, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN)
Andre Bouravnev, MS-CIS, M.Div, BA, CISSP, FOI, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, is a DDoS subject matter expert for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN). He currently manages a team of network engineers overseeing the... Read More →
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Adam Ford

Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), State of Illinois
Adam Ford, CISSP, serves as Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). During his 18 years with the State of Illinois, Adam has served as a network engineer and architect designing, implementing and supporting LAN, Data... Read More →
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Chris Hill

Chief Information Security Officer, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT)
Chris Hill serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT). Chris has more than 20 years of professional experience in the state information technology environment. At DoIT, Chris is actively engaged in the IT transformation... Read More →
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Lori Sorenson

Chief Networking Officer, State of Illinois
Lori Sorenson is responsible for the State of Illinois telecommunications and network operations including the Illinois Century Network (ICN), a statewide open access broadband network serving K-12 and higher education, libraries and museums, state and local government and broadband... Read More →
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Frank Walters

Network Architect for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN), State of Illinois
Frank Walters, CISSP, CEH is the Network Architect for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN) and is responsible for the overall planning and design of the state’s data network. Frank has over 20 years of experience in IT and has extensive... Read More →
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Robin Woodsome

Manager for Field Operations, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology
Robin Woodsome is the Manager for Field Operations for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology. Within this role, Robin manages the Illinois Century Network (ICN) Regional Technology Centers and 24 x 7 Network Operations Center. Robin joined the ICN during its formation... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

11:15am CST

GEO Tools
Explore geospatial Google Tools with Google Earth For Education Experts! Learn creation techniques that will allow students to collaborate on maps, upload 360 images, design tours, and access educational global content. Connect local to global through exploring Google Streetview, Maps, Tour Builder, Earth, and Poly VR tours. Time will be spent explaining the features of each tool and learning authentic ways they can be integrated into the classroom. Provide platforms where global citizenship can thrive!
Presenters
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Ellie Reitz

7th/8th Gifted Social Studies Teacher/ Department Chair, NCUSD 203; Kennedy Junior High
Ed.D., wife, mom of two, geography teacher of 17 years, learner, adventurer, reader, techy, curriculum writer, Google Earth Education Expert, and National Geographic Online Community Steering Committee.
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Jessica Walsh

Instructional Specialist, Indian Prairie 204

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Getting more from Wireshark
Learn to go beyond the basics to save time, and find problems faster using Wireshark.
Presenters
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Aaron Souza

Director of IT at Minooka 201. Enjoys talking wireless and network monitoring.

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Google Jamboard - The Whiteboard Reinvented
Create, collaborate, integrate, and JAM!  See how Jamboard works. It's like a whiteboard, but better.  A new way to collaborate, from Google.

This session is hosted by #ICE19 Vendor Midwest Computer Products, Inc. (Booth #907)
Presenters
EB

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Innovation
  Breakout, Vendor session

11:15am CST

How to Leverage Microsoft Windows and Modern Device Management
Are you looking to enable modern, cloud-based management of Windows PCs, but not sure where to start? Join this session to learn how you can modernize management at your own pace with System Center Configuration Manager, Intune and Fastrack. You will see the latest news Microsoft has to share on deployment, management, the servicing of Windows 10, and how co-management simplifies the transition from traditional on-premise tools to cloud services. 
Presenters
JG

Jodie Gaver

Microsoft
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Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

IT Departments and Chromebooks - Love at First Site - Google Edu on Tour
Have you rolled out hundreds or even thousands of Chromebooks and need an easy way to setup, manage and maintain them? Come learn the ins and outs of settings, services and tools that’ll make your life easier as a Domain Admin. We’ll show you how to harness your very own robot army to deploy Chromebooks smarter and faster than you thought possible. Learn how to report on your entire fleet seeing versions, status and usage details ensuring optimum ROI.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Benson

Melissa Benson

Collaborative Community Lead, CDW Amplified for Education
A Google Workspace Certified Admin with over 14 years of experience in the Google Admin Console with K-12 schools. Melissa brings insights from working within K-12 school districts, being a Google for Education Consultant at Amplified IT, and now with CDW Amplified for Education as... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Leveraging One-to-One Programs to Promote _x000B_Deeper Learning with ESSA
Learn how districts are leveraging their one-to-one programs to promote deeper learner while also addressing challenges and opportunities presented under Evidence-Based Funding for Student Success Act (ESSA), including chronic absenteeism, equity, diversity, and growth.
Moderators
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Robert Hudson

Assistant Superintendent, Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD102
“Every child possesses elements of greatness that once identified and nurtured, will serve to sustain their pursuit of interests and passions throughout life’s journey. It is our calling (as educators and parents) to create opportunities for children to discover and develop those... Read More →

Presenters
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Matt Fuller

Asst Supt for Technology & Innovation, Barrington 220
Dr. Matt J. Fuller is Assistant Superintendent for Technology and Innovation at Barrington 220, a PK–12 school district northwest of Chicago. He has served in educational technology leadership roles in Illinois school districts including Winnetka District 36, Des Plaines District... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Re-Imagining Learning Spaces, 2.0
Creating High-Impact Learning Environments may conjure up thoughts of sleek, modern designs and stylish furniture. However, there is another important component to keep in mind which are the High-Impact Learning Experiences that we envision to be lived out in our spaces.  Connecting the dots between experiences and environments is the key to having our vision come to life.
Presenters
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Brandon Hillman

Director of Growth Strategies, MeTEOR Education
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Sean Baum

VP, West, MeTEOR Education
Passionate believer that the learning environment is not neutral. It either positively or negatively impacts the teacher and student and only by aligning the pedagogy, technology, and learning space can we truly realize how we can positively change the outcomes and experiences for... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Student Data Privacy Consortium
This session is designed to get Schools started utilizing the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) tools to provide an accurate depiction of applications in use, information about that applications usage, contract information and the ability to do the “in house” application management and at the same time allow for external application usage information.
Presenters
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Student-Centered Instructional Coaching & Professional Growth Plans
This session will focus on the process United Junior High School used to roll out their instructional coaching model in their building, how they fostered a culture of collaboration and growth, the expectations of all stakeholders, as well as adopting as a building a growth mindset when it comes to instruction. The session will also focus on the relationships developed between the teacher and the instructional coach as well as the confidentiality that exists between the teacher and coach. UJH has adopted a culture in which teachers have the freedom to fail, reflect, and grow as educators throughout the process. The session presenters will discuss the implementation of coaching cycles as well as share their own success stories thus far after nearly a year of instructional coaching.
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Schwarz
avatar for Drew Witherell

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg East/West (Ballroom)
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Taking Students from No to Grow
When reading feels like a chore it is hard to devote the time and energy needed to improve literacy skills.  But teachers know that if students regularly engage with text appropriate for their skill level, their reading proficiency and confidence grows.
What does the latest research tell us affects reading comprehension? What are the barriers to engaging with reading? Join us for a discussion about how reliable assessments, and a focus on high interest books written at multiple reading levels, helps you meet students where they are, identify gaps and cultivate strong reading behaviors. Learn to get a pulse on student reading levels, activity, and growth utilizing Renaissance assessment and practice programs.
Presenters
avatar for Christina Jordan

Christina Jordan

National Academic Advisor, Renaissance
Christina has worked in Education for 28 years. 25 of those years were spent teaching elementary school in the Minneapolis area. She holds a BA in Elementary Education, and a MA in Psychology with an emphasis on child development. Christina began working for myON delivering professional... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Connection
  Breakout, Vendor session

11:15am CST

Technology Integration in Core Subjects
Today's trend in education is using technology thus having more chromebooks, IPADs and laptops in classrooms. Bringing in the devices but not training the teachers in the areas of technology integration is the forgotten element to be successful.
I will share ideas on how technology can help students' learning in core subjects. I will focus on project based student centered learning, assessment and lesson delivery using technology.
Presenters
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Aaron Tan

Director of Educational Technologies, Concept Schools
More than 10 years I have been working with students and schools to promote 21st Century Skills and implement Technology in classrooms.

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Thinking Out Cloud for District Leaders
As school IT departments drive to become more agile, efficient and secure, school IT leaders are turning to shared services in the cloud, allowing their teams better focus on the core mission of improving student achievement. In this AWS Thinking Out Cloud for District Leaders Session, Dr. Chad Stevens, former K-12 Principal and CTO, will focus on what school leaders need to know and consider. In addition to sharing about why we’re seeing the major shift to the cloud, Dr. Stevens will address key planning considerations regarding budgets, Cap-Ex to Op-Ex considerations, stakeholder alignment and will also share common starting points for K-12 workloads. 
Partners
AW

Amazon Web Service

Exhibiting in Cascade Ballroom, Gold Sposnor

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

11:15am CST

Inventing the Future of Learning
One of the best ways to think about the future of learning is to start by inventing the future you desire. Explore how visionary leaders can design the future of teaching and learning by leveraging emerging technologies. Hear what leading global experts feel are the key trends accelerating technology in education, the significant challenging impeding technology in education, and the most important technology trends today. Review the key global shifts over the last 25 years that have shaped how technology has been used in education. From Digital Divide to Digital Equity, from Acceptable Use to Responsible Use, from Privacy to Trust – these are the trends that have shaped the way that technology is shaping education. Finally, peek into our crystal ball and see what key trends and technologies that education leaders need to understand and leverage if we are to more personalize learning going forward.
Presenters
avatar for Keith Krueger

Keith Krueger

CEO, CoSN - Consortium for School Networking
Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

Moonshot Thinking in Education: Meaningful, Innovative, and Doable
Over fifty years ago, president John F. Kennedy said. "We choose to go to the moon not because it is easy, but because it is hard." Today, this approach inspires Google's X Lab to focus on radical solutions to huge challenges using breakthrough technologies. More importantly, any educator can take a moonshot in education by focusing on an innovative solution to a meaningful problem using appropriate technology. Using the framework of design thinking, this session provides an opportunity for participants to explore big problems in schools, imagine prototype solutions, and consider how they might test and iterate on their prototypes. This session aims to empower you to create the future you want to see in schools.
Presenters
avatar for Mark Wagner

Mark Wagner

President & CEO, EdTechTeam; Director of the Google Teacher Academy 2008-2011; Irvine, CA, Ed Tech Team
Formerly a high school English teacher, Dr. Mark Wagner has since served as an educational technology coordinator at the site, district, and county levels. He now serves as President and CEO of the EdTechTeam, which provides professional development and consulting services to learning... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

11:15am CST

Educational Facility Master Planning: From Dreams to Referendum
Educational Masters Facility Planning- A to Z, Soup to Nuts, D (Dreams) to R (Referendum)
Dreaming big? You can make it happen, but it’s a process and it’s not always smooth. Have you thought of everything? Boundaries, learning spaces, finances, technology, communications, and more.
Presenters
avatar for Trisha Kocanda

Trisha Kocanda

Superintendent, Winnetka Public School District 36
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Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Panel Session

11:15am CST

Learn to inspire your school
This half day workshop will give you the tools to start a yearlong initiative to inspire your school to practice digital literacy. Based upon Dr. Friesem’s five years research in public, charter, and private schools, this workshop will provide the practical methods and process to motivate teachers, administrators, and staff to join a school wide initiative to integrate digital literacy. Participants will be asked to customize the evidence-based model of a change management plan to their own context. With various techniques ranging from using LEGO®, mobile devices, collaborative online tools, and digital reflection, participants will experience how to lead a change in their school. By the end of the workshop, administrators, teachers, librarians, math and literacy coaches will be able to apply the tools. Methods and practices in their own educational setting.
Presenters
avatar for Yonty Friesem

Yonty Friesem

Associate Director, Media Education Lab
Yonty Friesem is an Assistant Professor of communicaiton and civic media and the graduate program director in the Communication Department at Columbia College Chicago. He provides professional development for media educators as his role as the Associate Director of the Media Education... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 2:00pm CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Thursday)

1:00pm CST

1:1 iPad Management through JAMF
Are you struggling to manage your iPads? Join us to learn how we leveraged JAMF to streamline our setup and management of our 1:1 iPads. During our time together we will also have roundtable discussions about what best practices you too have come across in your districts. Come prepared to learn from one another!
Presenters
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Yianni Bertsos

NETWORK MANAGER, PROSPECT HEIGHTS SCHOOL DISTRICT 23
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Maria Stavropoulos

Director of Technology, Prospect Heights School District 23

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Creating Successful Initiatives - How To Avoid Poorly Planned Projects
Have you ever been asked to undertake a technology initiative that you KNEW couldn’t succeed but you were helpless to stop it because you couldn’t demonstrate why it wouldn’t work? Have you ever been asked to approve an initiative and wished you had a simple and reliable way to know if it would succeed or not? Do you lose sleep because you know that the stakes are too great and the price for failure is too high to be making poorly informed decisions?
The good news is that there are known and proven criteria that can be applied to and used during the decision making process. At this session we will share what those criteria are and we will provide you with tools and resources you can use to help make better decisions and quickly determine if a proposed initiative has a chance of succeeding.
Presenters
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Michael Marassa

Director of Technology, Grayslake Community SD 127
Michael Marassa joined Grayslake Community High School District 127 as the Director of Technology in June 2011. Michael is responsible for strategic planning and management of technology and print services systems that support instructional and business functions for two large high... Read More →
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Lee A Steinsdoerfer

GHA Technologies, Inc., K12 Tech Forum
Lee began his career as a high school technology instructor in 1981. He subsequently took a position with the the Lake County Educational Service Center as a technology consultant and trainer in 1986. Gurnee District 56 made Lee their first Tech Coordinator in 1992. And in 2003 Lee... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

FileWave: Streamlined Endpoint Mgt. for macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, & ChromeOS
Session overview of how FileWave continues to be an industry leader, providing education, enterprise, and government institutions around the world with enterprise level, multi-platform systems, and mobile endpoint management software to empower IT teams throughout the lifecycle process of imaging, deployment, management, inventory, tracking and maintenance.  FileWave’s all-inclusive, highly scalable software solves the many challenges of managing a diverse and growing population of users, devices, and content by ensuring IT teams have a comprehensive solution that supports both clients (desktop/laptop) and MDM.
Presenters
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Jerry Case

Systems Engineer, FileWave
Jerry has been in the Ed Tech field for 20+ years in both k12 and Hi-Ed. H taught at both the middle and high school levels. Jerry has an MA in Curriculum and Educational Technology and his IT exprience includes: Tech Integration Coordinator, Herron School of Art IT Coordinator and... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout, Vendor session

1:00pm CST

Google Scripting and App Maker
This session will explore Google Scripting and App Maker. What can it do for you and your school?
Presenters
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

How to Leverage Microsoft Windows and Modern Device Management
Are you looking to enable modern, cloud-based management of Windows PCs, but not sure where to start? Join this session to learn how you can modernize management at your own pace with System Center Configuration Manager, Intune and Fastrack. You will see the latest news Microsoft has to share on deployment, management, the servicing of Windows 10, and how co-management simplifies the transition from traditional on-premise tools to cloud services. 
Presenters
JG

Jodie Gaver

Microsoft
DL

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Lessons on Cryptojacking (aka Mining)
Take a quick 101 Lesson on how Cryptocurrency works, and why we have seen an increase in Crypto Mining attacks (aka Cryptojacking) in the K12 marketspace.  In this presentation, we will show you how an attack works, and what your school can do to defend against it. 
Presenters
DS

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout, Vendor session

1:00pm CST

Making Programming Fun
Ignite a passion for programming through fun classroom activities or competitive events using drones and robots. Different learning systems and platforms will be discussed. Participants can program the provided robots and drone using their own devices and a browser friendly software provided by iDESIGN Solutions.
Presenters
avatar for Scott Read

Scott Read

Sales Support Manager, iDESIGN Solutions
Sales Support Manager

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Connection
  Breakout, Vendor session

1:00pm CST

New Chromebooks for 2019!
Join Technology Resource Advisor's Director of Education Sector Chris Elkendier as he goes over all the current and new Chromebooks for 2019. He will discuss the pros and cons of most of the devices as well as pass them around the room. With TRA's comprehensive knowledge of every manufacturer and the breakage statistics in hand from their Chrome Care warranty he will give you the tools to making your next device decision. Chris will share his objective insight as well as his personal Chromebook Benchmarking which is used by some major manufacturers. This is a great session for anyone planning, beginning, or continuing a 1:1 initiative, or or for anyone who just loves Chromebooks! 
Presenters
avatar for Chris Elkendier

Chris Elkendier

Director of EDU Sector, Technology Resource Advisors
Chris Elkendier is the Director of Education Sector at Technology Resource Advisors. He has been in the education industry for over 10 years and has an unhealthy obsession with Chromebooks.  

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout, Vendor session

1:00pm CST

Plugging into the Data Privacy and Policy Matrix
Do you ever feel like you're always trying to prevent access to The Matrix? Today’s constant cyber threats can have devastating, crippling effects on our school systems.  As Technology leaders, we have an obligation to protect data and develop policies and best practices. Through this interactive session, we will explore technical solutions, practical applications, and recommended policies to keep your district's data safe.
Presenters
avatar for Keith Bockwoldt

Keith Bockwoldt

Chief Information Officer, Hinsdale High School District 86
Keith Bockwoldt is Chief Information officer for Hinsdale Township High School District 86 in Hinsdale, IL. He has more than 20 years of experience in the field of education serving multiple high-achieving school districts. Keith is a visionary leader and advocate for public education... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Providing Digital Equity in CTE with labs or existing devices using Amazon Appstream 2.0
Learn how to deliver Windows applications to non-Windows devices giving students access to learning tools anytime, anywhere, on any device (with or without labs). With Amazon AppStream 2.0 you can stream art and design applications (Adobe), engineering applications (AutoCad-SolidWorks) and other STEM tools (PLTW) along with legacy Java and Flash apps that do not traditionally run in browsers.
Presenters
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Kevin McCandless

Senior Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services
Mr. Kevin McCandless, a Senior Solutions Architect on the AWS K12 Education team, is passionate about helping school districts become more efficient and agile to positively impact student success . For the past 4 years, Kevin has been fostering the success of schools & service agencies... Read More →

Partners
AW

Amazon Web Service

Exhibiting in Cascade Ballroom, Gold Sposnor

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Research and Innovative Teaching Practices
Hear from instructional leaders as they discuss research conducted to enhance and improve their one-to-one programs. They’ll share stories from their journey with educational researchers.
Presenters
avatar for Matt Fuller

Matt Fuller

Asst Supt for Technology & Innovation, Barrington 220
Dr. Matt J. Fuller is Assistant Superintendent for Technology and Innovation at Barrington 220, a PK–12 school district northwest of Chicago. He has served in educational technology leadership roles in Illinois school districts including Winnetka District 36, Des Plaines District... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Utopia Threshold: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Security in K12 - Beyond the Firewall
Information Technology teams in school districts worry about
the expanding attack surface, which spans the network,
applications, data and users in a borderless environment.
From student and teacher mobility to the data center, public and
private clouds, and the Internet of Things (IoT)—all have
dramatically increased the attack surface while making it much
harder to define and secure.  See a demonstration of the Fortinet Security Fabric, learn how a fabric can help your school district.  You will also learn about (and schedule if you wish) our free Cyber Threat Assessments and Visibility Assessments for insight into what is happening on your network today. 
Presenters
RC

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Education Leadership in The Age of Google
Education leaders often try to apply principles of business leadership in schools… but what works best in business is rapidly changing - and the needs of schools are unique and varied. How can school leaders adapt to implement the best of what’s working for leaders in other fields - and make the most of it in the context of an educational institution? How can teacher leaders, principals, and superintendents learn from the success of high functioning collaborative organizations like Google and Facebook?

This session explores answers to these questions, with anecdotes, examples, and data collected from the facilitator’s own work with these organizations - and with innovative schools around the world. This is supported by additional research from experts like Jeff Jarvis, Lazlo Boch, and Eric Schmit - and from leaders as varied as George Washington, Carter Cast, and Brene Brown. The session’s prompt and discussion format allows participants to process their own learning, with many resources available for follow up and action after the event.
Presenters
avatar for Mark Wagner

Mark Wagner

President & CEO, EdTechTeam; Director of the Google Teacher Academy 2008-2011; Irvine, CA, Ed Tech Team
Formerly a high school English teacher, Dr. Mark Wagner has since served as an educational technology coordinator at the site, district, and county levels. He now serves as President and CEO of the EdTechTeam, which provides professional development and consulting services to learning... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:00pm CST

Syncing the Digital and Physical Learning Spaces
As more and more devices and technology tools become part of our learning ecosystem, it is essential that we consider what physical environment can best sync with this work. Technology initiatives can plateau and fail because they exist in physical learning environment that lack student agency, joy, and engagement. This session outlines eight keys for bringing digital and physical spaces into sync for the greatest learning opportunity for all students.
Presenters
avatar for Robert Dillon

Robert Dillon

School Designer, Innovative School Designs
Dr. Robert Dillon has served as a thought leader in education over the last twenty years as a teacher, principal, and director of innovation. Dr. Dillon has a passion to change the educational landscape by building excellent engaging schools for all students. Dr. Dillon serves on... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:00pm CST

The Changing Role of the District Technology Leader
Educators, school board members and parents agree that education will be increasingly delivered digitally, and that offers the potential to more personalized learning. The district technology leader/CTO is an integral part of how education systems adapt and change to meet that growing technological need. Learn about CoSN's™ Framework of Essential Skills for the CTO. Find out which skills that are necessary for you to take yourself to the next level. Preview the body of knowledge for a new national certification (CETL) program.
Presenters
avatar for Keith Krueger

Keith Krueger

CEO, CoSN - Consortium for School Networking
Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

1:00pm CST

Is Your Website a Lawsuit Waiting to Happen?
ADA Compliance - What is it? What does it mean for digital communications? How does it affect my School District? Come learn about what WCAG 2.1 Website Accessibility requirements are, how you can prepare, test and provide better accessibility to all.
Presenters
avatar for Gabbart

Gabbart

Director of Marketing, Gabbart Communications
We help K-12 schools improve their brand, simplify their communications and connect with their communities. We do this through easy-to-use websites, mobile apps, notifications, online stores, and digital classrooms. Discover why over 3000 schools trust Gabbart and our Campus Life... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Panel Session

1:00pm CST

Google for Education Technical Collaborative Showcase - Google Edu on Tour
Calling all Google for Education Admins! Join your local technical colleagues for a session of all things G Suite. We will discuss impactful Admin Console updates and changes to Google for Education before diving deeper into key topics selected by attendees. Finishing up with round-table discussions of common challenges facing G Suite administrators in education.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Benson

Melissa Benson

Collaborative Community Lead, CDW Amplified for Education
A Google Workspace Certified Admin with over 14 years of experience in the Google Admin Console with K-12 schools. Melissa brings insights from working within K-12 school districts, being a Google for Education Consultant at Amplified IT, and now with CDW Amplified for Education as... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 3:15pm CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

1:00pm CST

Future Ready Coaches WS
Join us at #ICE19 for a Future Ready Schools® (FRS) workshop moderated by FRS coach, Brianna Hodges. This workshop is designed for interested district and school-based leaders (Admin in charge of PD and Curriculum, Principals, Librarians, Instructional Coaches) to explore effective school-based strategies that assist in providing robust and innovative student experiences for all students. Grounded in leadership and school culture, participants will leave with tangible strategies to build strong instructional partnerships, foster change and collaborative learning, and deploy effective strategies for a Future Ready school.
Presenters
avatar for Brianna Henneke Hodges

Brianna Henneke Hodges

Strategic Storyteller & Leadership Coach, Brianna Hodges LLC
Strategic Storyteller. Learner-Centered Leader. National Advisor and Faculty for Future Ready Schools®.National Spokesperson for Future Ready Instructional Leaders™.K12 Administrator to Watch (2018) Texas EdTech of the Year (2017). An experienced school and district leader with... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  Workshop (Thursday)

2:15pm CST

10 GIG Wireless is just around the corner!
Network ready and prepared for next generation of wireless 802.AX, advantages and new features coming down the road. Preparing for classrooms of the future, ratification, 802.11 ax is designed to improve overall spectral efficiency especially in dense deployment scenarios. It is predicted to have a top speed of around 10 Gb/s, it works in 2.4 and/or 5 GHz, in addition to MIMO and MU-MIMO it introduces OFDMA technique to improve spectral efficiency and also higher order 1024 QAM modulation support for better throughputs. Though the nominal data rate is just 37% higher comparing with 802.11ac, the new amendment will allow achieving 4X increase of user throughput thanks to more efficient spectrum usage. 
Presenters
RW

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout, Vendor session

2:15pm CST

Chrome Extensions for A Least Restrictive Environment
Inclusion of special education students in the general education setting has become more and more prevalent. Join us to learn a variety of Chrome extensions/websites to help students succeed in the general education classroom. These include ways to support reading comprehension, focus/attention, and a variety of other disabilities.
Presenters
avatar for David Brannstrom

David Brannstrom

Instructional Coach, Burlington Central #301
David Brannstrom is an instructional coach, with a specialization in special education, in Burlington, Illinois. David began his educational journey in 2004 as a middle school special education case manager and is currently an instructional coach/tech with an emphasis on special education... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Digital Programs are engaging. But are they having an impact on your students performance?
Studies continue to show the positive impact of digital curricular supports on student engagement. However, as district leaders you know that the key to a successful implementation lies in a programs ability to efficiently impact student achievement. To help support their products, numerous digital partners offer us more data to help inform our decisions.With so much data available interpreting it can, and does, become an impairment to our understanding and ultimately student growth. Join us as we guide you through the current research, proven strategies, and our experience in successful supporting schools from paralysis into action.
This presentation will showcase how to monitor the return on your district's investment in digital programing as it relates to student achievement. Our team will help you in highlighting your learning communities current successes, areas of need, and whether or not a program/vendor is supporting your learner population as intended.
Presenters
KP

Keith Palz

Atlantic Research Partners

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Efficient and Cost-Effective Hyperconverged IT Infrastructure for K12 Environments
The next generation of IT infrastructure, hyperconvergence combines computing, storage and networking into a single, simplified and automated system that is far easier and less costly to use and maintain, making it a perfect fit for school districts, which often have limited IT resources. Learn more about hyperconverged IT infrastructures, how these systems work in K12 environments, and the keys to successful implementation and deployment—which can take just a few minutes but can benefit teachers, students, parents and administrators far into the future.
Presenters
JP

Jared Pexa

Systems Engineer, Scale Computing
Jared has spent his entire career in the IT space.  He started his career working for a large distributor supporting the EMC line for many large EMC partners.  He then progressed to working for a partner as a Solution Architect working with organizations across the country to move... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

2:15pm CST

Every Second Counts! Know Your Communications Technology Options for Improving K12 School Safety
Learn how your school can improve the safety of students and faculty by deploying the right communications and notifications systems designed for rapid responses. When disaster occurs every second counts. Learn your options for what you need to know from research, planning, implementation and budgeting. This is a session you don’t want to miss! Time for Q&A and discussion. Info coming soon!
Presenters
JR

Joe Rittenhouse

President of Business Development, Converged Technology Professionals
Joe Rittenhouse is President of Business Development for Converged Technology Professionals, one of the top Mitel Platinum partners in the U.S.   His company specializes in the implementation and support of Mitel cloud and on-premise phone and unified communications solutions and... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Connection
  Breakout, Vendor session

2:15pm CST

FERPA – What do CTO’s need to worry about
During this session the presenters will discuss the FERPA law and what administrators and teachers should be looking out for as not to violate any law. What can you share and what can you not share? Do you have the right information posted on your website? What are other states doing? The session will be interactive, and the goal is to improve or maintain your knowledge of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. The presenters will share resources for further knowledge.
Presenters
avatar for Phil Morris

Phil Morris

Director of Operations and Technology, Kane County ROE
Phil Morris has been with the Kane County ROE for 28 years working with districts to implement technology resources. Phil has also developed several statewide applications for ROE's to use with districts and is immediate Past President of IETL.

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

How to Leverage Microsoft Windows and Modern Device Management
Are you looking to enable modern, cloud-based management of Windows PCs, but not sure where to start? Join this session to learn how you can modernize management at your own pace with System Center Configuration Manager, Intune and Fastrack. You will see the latest news Microsoft has to share on deployment, management, the servicing of Windows 10, and how co-management simplifies the transition from traditional on-premise tools to cloud services. 
Presenters
JG

Jodie Gaver

Microsoft
DL

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Implementing the New Google Tablet in a K-2 Environment
When new equipment enters the school the first thought is to give it to the teachers right away. This will sometimes result in educators being overwhelmed with how to use the equipment, integrate the resources, and manage student activities. Where to start when bringing in new technologies for the classroom with a design that allows educators to have a key role in the process. Follow a district in the process of implementation of this new tablet, what worked and what needed improvement.
Presenters
JM
avatar for Lisa Ward

Lisa Ward

Content Specialist for Learning Supports, Illinois State University, Normal
Special education educator for 20+ years and currently a content specialist for learning supports with Illinois State University/ISBE. Masters degrees in Special Education and Learning and Technology. My team and I have been creating resources for Illinois teachers for 5 years. As... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg G
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

K-12 Cybersecurity Best Practices
We will look at some best practices that can be implemented to protect your School District's network and computer systems as well as safeguard the information of your staff, teachers, and students. The threats or attacks may be phishing, DDOS, ransomware, viruses, or just mishandling of data. School Districts need to know the risks, protect their systems, and be able to respond if something happens. Let's examine K-12 Cybersecurity Best Practices together.
Presenters
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Oh, How I hate thee, IT: End the Battle and Build Collaboration with Teachers
This fun-yet-serious session focuses on how school IT professionals can develop better rapport and relationships that lead to EdTech implementation success. Expert teacher and professional development [maven] Rae Hughart will share an “inside baseball” view of technology implementations gone wild and how to successfully avoid the common traps that make teachers mutter under their breath. Boost your A-game with powerful techniques and facilitations, such as “Focusing on The Implementation Game,” “The Manageable Mayhem,” and “The Elephant named Safety!"" Interest yet? Space is limited and time is running out! Don’t miss this can’t-miss session because it’s time to end the battle and build collaboration with your busy classroom teachers!
Presenters
avatar for Rae Hughart

Rae Hughart

Educator, Evans Junior High School, McLean County
Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois and the Director of Training & Development for Progressive Mastery Learning, LLC. Rae trains educators on how to partner with local businesses to design dynamic, connected content by designing themed units dedicated to community... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Personalizing & Pumping Up Your PD!

Come learn how we used technology and our own in house talent to redesign our professional development learning structure! As educators, we know that our students all come to us with different backgrounds, knowledge bases, and learning styles yet we continue to deliver in house PD in a one size fits all approach. We will share with you our PD plan that we are using for the third year at Peacock Middle School in Itasca District 10. We have built in mini- conference like sessions ran by our own educators as well as individual professional development time with a menu of options. We use G Suite to help use plan, organize, and share and created PD Badges to make it all a little more fun!
Presenters
avatar for Julie Powell

Julie Powell

Instructional Technology Coach, Park Ridge-Niles CCSD 64
Julie is her 12th year in the education field and her 5th year as an Instructional Technology Coach. She previously taught middle school STEM and Mathematics. She earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics Education from NIU and her masters in Educational Technology Leadership... Read More →
avatar for Heidi Weeks

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Purpose-built School IT organizations
Technology in schools has evolved recently into a utility that facilitates many of our central organizational goals. This discussion will hinge on the question of whether or to what extent our organizations have intentionally structured and designed school technology departments to respond to the specific goals of our organizations. In many cases tech departments have grown organically, the question we need to ask now is whether this is sufficient to meet the new and increasing demands of our school communities.
Presenters
avatar for Don Ringelestein

Don Ringelestein

Director of Technology/CIO, West Aurora School District 129
10 Year Ed Tech professional, passionate about teaching and learning for everyone in school communities!

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Security in K12 - Beyond the Firewall
Information Technology teams in school districts worry about
the expanding attack surface, which spans the network,
applications, data and users in a borderless environment.
From student and teacher mobility to the data center, public and
private clouds, and the Internet of Things (IoT)—all have
dramatically increased the attack surface while making it much
harder to define and secure.  See a demonstration of the Fortinet Security Fabric, learn how a fabric can help your school district.  You will also learn about (and schedule if you wish) our free Cyber Threat Assessments and Visibility Assessments for insight into what is happening on your network today. 
Presenters
RC

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Student Assessment on iPad
Online assessment is an integral part of the classroom experience. Explore how iPad is a powerful device for supporting daily learning, formative assessments, and administering annual state tests. Learn how iPad can securely and reliably support all types of assessments and how Automatic Assessment Configuration secures iPad for summative assessments.
Presenters
A

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Technology Tools To Save Time/Money!
Come learn about some of our favorite tools to save money in our district. We’ll do a brief overview of some Enterprise hardware and software that saves us time and money. We’ll discuss hardware such as UniFi APs, Netgear Switches, VoIP Phone Systems, and eFax Rollout. We’ll also discuss software solutions such as PaperCut, DirectAccess, ClassLink, WDS/MDT, Hyper-V, free cloud monitoring solutions, and some simple scripts to help solve problems. A Q&A Session will be available at the end.
ToolsToSaveMoney pptx
Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout
  • Strand Leadership
  • Target Grade Level Elementary, Middle School, High School
  • Target Audience Skill Level Intermediate
  • ICE Chapter ICE CHIP
  • TAGS 1:1 device management, Apple device management, Group policy, Helpdesk ticketing systems, Hardware inventory systems, Mobile device management, Network management, Scripting and automation processes, Single sign on/identity management, VOIP, Windows server

2:15pm CST

More Now: A Message From The Future For The Educators of Today
In a world where preschoolers are texting their parents and already playing with virtual reality, how do we best prepare schools to serve students in a rapidly changing future? There are no easy answers, but this session invites you to dream out loud and be an architect of the possible. Learn how to support meaningful school change with courageous leadership, empowered teachers, engaged community, inspiring spaces, robust infrastructure, and (most importantly) a focus on student agency. Anecdotes and examples inspire and empower you to be a change agent, whatever role you play in schools. Be ready for a world of learning with blockchain, brainwaves, and AI. This is only the beginning…
Presenters
avatar for Mark Wagner

Mark Wagner

President & CEO, EdTechTeam; Director of the Google Teacher Academy 2008-2011; Irvine, CA, Ed Tech Team
Formerly a high school English teacher, Dr. Mark Wagner has since served as an educational technology coordinator at the site, district, and county levels. He now serves as President and CEO of the EdTechTeam, which provides professional development and consulting services to learning... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 3:15pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:15pm CST

AWS 101 with Technical Workshop on Networking, Storage, Compute and VDI on AWS
As school IT departments drive to become more agile, efficient and secure, school IT leaders are turning to shared services in the cloud, allowing their teams better focus on the core mission of improving student achievement. In this AWS Session and Technical Deep Dive, Dr. Chad Stevens, former Texas K-12 Principal and CTO, will address questions key considerations before transitioning to a shared cloud infrastructure, key planning considerations regarding budgets, how schools are transitioning workloads from Cap-Ex to Op-Ex, discuss key-stakehold alignment, along with common K-12 workloads.  K-12 Solutions Architect, Kevin Mccandless, will deep dive into how the AWS Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) works as he explains networking and security on AWS.  He will also walk through different options customers have around Computing, Storage and VDI on AWS.  Kevin will utilize the AWS console as he talks through some of the administrative tools and will walk through the admin setup of AppStream 2.0, one of our most popular services in K-12 education.  
Presenters
avatar for Kevin McCandless

Kevin McCandless

Senior Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services
Mr. Kevin McCandless, a Senior Solutions Architect on the AWS K12 Education team, is passionate about helping school districts become more efficient and agile to positively impact student success . For the past 4 years, Kevin has been fostering the success of schools & service agencies... Read More →

Partners
AW

Amazon Web Service

Exhibiting in Cascade Ballroom, Gold Sposnor

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg E
  Breakout

2:15pm CST

Unlearning Leadership Workshop
Participants will learn about the concept of Unlearning and engage in hands-on activities. This will be a high energy, collaborative session about teaching, learning, and leading in modern schools.
Presenters
avatar for Mike Lubelfeld

Mike Lubelfeld

Superintendent of Schools, NSSD 112
Michael Lubelfeld has served as a public school superintendent in Illinois since 2010. He currently serves as the superintendent of schools in the North Shore School District 112 in Highland Park, and Highwood, IL north of Chicago.  Lubelfeld has presented on leadership topics around... Read More →
avatar for Nick Polyak

Nick Polyak

Superintendent, Leyden Community High School District 212
Dr. Nick Polyak serves as the Superintendent for Leyden Community High School District #212. The district contains two comprehensive high schools with 3,500 students from Franklin Park, Melrose Park, Northlake, River Grove, Rosemont, Schiller Park, and Unincorporated Leyden Township... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 4:30pm CST
Nirvana B (2nd Floor)
  Featured Speaker Session

2:15pm CST

Develop a District-Wide 1:1 iPad Implementation to Raise Student Achievement
We'll share how we successfully implemented a district-wide 1:1 iPad initiative to 2,200 students and 300 teachers in all 4 of our district schools in grades PK through 8th. The focus of this session will be on Digital Age Teaching & Learning. The topic will center around Personalized Learning in all subjects and strategies for 1:1 implementation including obtaining funding, board and administration approval, teacher preparation, parent and student involvement, policy creation, and community partnerships. The intended audience is Principals/Head Teachers, Chief Technology Officers, Superintendents/ School Board Members in grade levels of PK-12th grade. This workshop will provide in-depth Q&A and will reveal all of the Future Ready action steps that we took in implementing this initiative ultimately culminating in becoming one of only 6 internationally recognized Apple Distinguished Programs featured on their website and raising student achievement to the highest levels the district has ever seen.
Presenters
avatar for Phil Hintz

Phil Hintz

Director of Technology, Gurnee School District 56
Phil Hintz is the Director of Technology for Gurnee School District 56 in Gurnee, Illinois where he has been for the past 12 years. Currently, Phil's district is in their 6th year of a district- wide, 1:1 iPad initiative for all 2400 students and teachers in grades Pre-K through 8... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 2:15pm - 4:30pm CST
Serenity (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Thursday)

3:30pm CST

Building Blocks to a Modern Datacenter
There is a lot of disruption in IT with a lot of new technologies and ways to consume IT.  The pace of IT transformation is accelerating at a rapid pace and IT is being asked to do more.  Modernizing the Datacenter is very important for IT to help meet the school district's goals and objectives.  In this session we will look at what is driving IT transformation as it pertains to the datacenter, where Cloud options make sense, changes in Server/Storage infrastructure, and how to prepare for the emerging technologies. 
Presenters
TD
DW

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout, Vendor session

3:30pm CST

Creating a State-wide Professional Learning Community with Ed360 and Ed Leaders Network
Learn how your district can leverage ISBE’s Ed360 data dashboard and IPA’s Ed Leaders Network (ELN) professional development platform to improve learning for students and staff. The seamless integration of these two free technologies (Ed360 and ELN) provides districts the data needed to make informed decisions and the professional development needed to support implementation.
Presenters
KM
avatar for Arlin Peebles

Arlin Peebles

ELN Director, Illinois Principals Association (IPA)
ELN Director

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg B
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Feeling Vulnerable? Securing Your Connected Future
If you missed our session this morning, no worries, join us for a repeat performance this afternoon. Protecting your sensitive data in a world of increasing threat is no easy operation. Everyone is a target for cybercrime, but not every school or business has a dedicated Chief Information Security Officer and a team of security professionals to tackle the problems. That’s where we come in!  Learn how the Illinois  Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) – Illinois Century Network (ICN) is helping K-12 schools and organizations build a security defense. This session will also highlight the most important security issues and provide examples along with a roadmap to reduce the risk. Cyber criminals never stop trying to find your network weaknesses. As long as threats exist, you need a proactive cybersecurity plan to counteract them. A panel of experts and forward thinkers will be on hand to take audience questions. 
Presenters
avatar for Andre Bouravnev

Andre Bouravnev

DDoS subject matter expert, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN)
Andre Bouravnev, MS-CIS, M.Div, BA, CISSP, FOI, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, is a DDoS subject matter expert for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN). He currently manages a team of network engineers overseeing the... Read More →
AF

Adam Ford

Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT), State of Illinois
Adam Ford, CISSP, serves as Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). During his 18 years with the State of Illinois, Adam has served as a network engineer and architect designing, implementing and supporting LAN, Data... Read More →
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Chris Hill

Chief Information Security Officer, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT)
Chris Hill serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT). Chris has more than 20 years of professional experience in the state information technology environment. At DoIT, Chris is actively engaged in the IT transformation... Read More →
avatar for Lori Sorenson

Lori Sorenson

Chief Networking Officer, State of Illinois
Lori Sorenson is responsible for the State of Illinois telecommunications and network operations including the Illinois Century Network (ICN), a statewide open access broadband network serving K-12 and higher education, libraries and museums, state and local government and broadband... Read More →
avatar for Frank Walters

Frank Walters

Network Architect for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN), State of Illinois
Frank Walters, CISSP, CEH is the Network Architect for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology, Illinois Century Network (ICN) and is responsible for the overall planning and design of the state’s data network. Frank has over 20 years of experience in IT and has extensive... Read More →
avatar for Robin Woodsome

Robin Woodsome

Manager for Field Operations, Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology
Robin Woodsome is the Manager for Field Operations for the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology. Within this role, Robin manages the Illinois Century Network (ICN) Regional Technology Centers and 24 x 7 Network Operations Center. Robin joined the ICN during its formation... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Hey, Google! How’d You Do That?
Looking for a few tricks to use technology more effectively every day? This fast paced session will cover many tips & tricks that will make your life easier! After a few years of being 1:1 in our district, we’ve learned and shared many ideas to increase productivity and decrease headaches with technology in the classroom. We’ll be showing tricks for Google sharing, formatting, graphics, extensions, apps, and add-ons Come join the fun, but make sure you bring your laptop so you can play along and leave with the information ready to use on Monday morning! We will even share a few shortcuts that will be a game changer. We will focus on teacher productivity but many of the tricks can be used by students too. If you are looking for ways to make your Google experience more productive, this is the session for you
Presenters
avatar for Leah Herold

Leah Herold

Instructional Coach, Central District 301
Leah Herold is in her 17th year as an educator in Central District #301. This is her seventh year of being an Instructional Coach. Prior to this position, she taught 4th grade for nine years. Leah is a Level 1 & 2 Google Certified Educator. She holds an undergraduate degree in Elementary... Read More →
avatar for Gail Stover

Gail Stover

Instructional Coach, Central District 301
Gail Stover is in her 21st year as an educator in Central District #301, Burlington, IL. She spent 13 years as a classroom teacher in Kindergarten, Second and Fifth grade. The last eight years Gail has been an Instructional Coach. Prior to moving into education, Gail worked in the... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

How non technical people can protect our schools, teachers, and students from Cyber Threats
Schools have become an increasing target for hackers in 2018 because they are easy targets.
We will discuss what non technical people can and should be doing to prevent these threats from materializing in the first place. Included in our discussion is a common sense framework to integrating the security discussion into fabric of our schools.
Presenters
avatar for Ron Searle

Ron Searle

Chief Security Officer, Business CyberSecurity Solutions, ltd
Ron has a BS in Computer Science, an MBA, and a Masters in Project Management. His technical certifications are too many to count over 30+ years, but they include MCSE, CSSA, A+, Network+, CWP, CNS, and many more. Ron has always been a huge advocate of education in all forms.Ron enjoys... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

How to Leverage Microsoft Windows and Modern Device Management
Are you looking to enable modern, cloud-based management of Windows PCs, but not sure where to start? Join this session to learn how you can modernize management at your own pace with System Center Configuration Manager, Intune and Fastrack. You will see the latest news Microsoft has to share on deployment, management, the servicing of Windows 10, and how co-management simplifies the transition from traditional on-premise tools to cloud services. 
Presenters
JG

Jodie Gaver

Microsoft
DL

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

I'll Be There For You: Creating an Instructional Technology Website That Rocks
These five words I swear to you, I sang the day I became a tech coach, but I can't be on duty all the time! This is the story of how I created an instructional technology website that evolved as we moved though exploration, acquisition, growing pains, and rebirth.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Raemont

Amy Raemont

Technology Integration Facilitator, Carmel Catholic High School

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg A
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Professional Learning with Apple
Discover how to help educators get the most from Apple technology. Hear about comprehensive resources and services to help build foundational skills with Apple products and integrate them into learning to engage students more deeply. Learn how Apple Professional Learning Specialists can work side by side with you _x000B_to innovate your learning and teaching practices.
Presenters
A

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Utopia D: Apple Education (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Push Past the Noise - Creating at-home advocates using strategic communication strategies
What is family engagement? How do we do it well in an age of digital consumption? How do we build a personal brand while remaining connected to the mission and vision of our school? Learn how to leverage various traditional and not-so-traditional communication structures to (almost) reach out and touch students, parents and the community at-large. Create at-home advocates through visual and other technological means. Also free with attendance: various references to Atari, GOT and R.E.M.
Presenters
LF
JM

Joe Macchia

Assistant Superintendent, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Short- and Long-Term Budgeting for Digital Learning
Strategic short- and long-term budgeting is essential as districts and schools continue to make investments in bandwidth, networking, devices, and digital instructional materials to support effective digital learning. Districts are often challenged financially when it comes to implementing technology initiatives and programs, they should also consider creative funding for the implementation of digital learning. Cost savings can take place when technology based tools and resources are not viewed as additional costs but as an opportunity to shift funding to support learning in the digital age. Learn about zero-based budgeting, total cost of ownership, value of investment, and potential national, state, and local funding sources.
Presenters
MF
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Erich Grauke

Principal Consultant, ISBE
Erich Grauke is a principal consultant for educational technology in the Standards and Instruction department at the Illinois State Board of Education. Drawing on 21 years of experience in education with roles as a middle school teacher, assistant principal, and 13 years as a district... Read More →
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Tim McIlvain

Executive Director, Learning Technology Center

Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Telescreen security mapping software
DuPage High School 88 has developed an interactive mapping software for their security camera system. This interactive map allows the district's administration and security personnel live access to cameras through a PDF map. First responders including fire, emergency services and police also have access to this map in case of a school incident. These security features are coded as a free open-source system of access so other schools can utilize these features with web-based security cameras.
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Thursday February 28, 2019 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Schaumburg C
  Breakout

3:30pm CST

Systemic, Scalable, and Sustainable; Why you Need the Three S’s in your Digital Learning Initiative
Pockets of innovation often emerge with great enthusiasm in organizations. However, moving to a systemic, scalable, and sustainable initiative is often easier said than done. Whether you are from a small district, large district, online environment or somewhere in between, this session will provide insights and strategies to successfully SCALE INNOVATION in your environment.
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Stan Gorbatkin

Retired Public School Teacher, Principal, District Administrator, Volunteer / Consultant
Stan Gorbatkin continues to support innovation in public education after retiring with 34 years of Illinois Public School Service, including 30 years in IPSD 204. Stan served as a Teacher, Asst. Principal, and Principal before joining the IPSD 204 District-level administrative team... Read More →
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Traci Johnson

Director of Innovation
Traci is the IDEA 2020 Making IT Happen Award winner! Traci has been teaching high school English for 11 years. This year, she took on the role of Director of Innovation at her district, ROWVA CUSD 208. She earned her M.A. in English in 2012, and she is currently an Authorized ISTE... Read More →
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Kip Pygman

Director, IVS
Kip became the new Illinois Virtual School director in July of 2018. Prior to his work at IVS, Kip was the inaugural director of the Expanding Learning Opportunities Consortium (eLo) where for four years he led an online learning consortium comprised of three Illinois school districts... Read More →
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Joe Sornberger

I am the superintendent at ROWVA #208 in Oneida, Illinois. This is my 8th year as a superintendent and my 16th year in education. Our small, rural school district prides itself on academic excellence and innovation. ROWVA is a Future Ready School District. I would love to share our... Read More →

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