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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

9:30am CST

Annotation in the Digital Classroom
Students are asked to comprehend and analyze like never before. The task of annotating a text can be cumbersome and hard to grade. Yet, the 21st century classroom allows students to use digital tools to show analysis and understanding meaningfully. This session focuses on using the Educreations app to annotate texts.
Presenters
avatar for Joshua Piper

Joshua Piper

English/Communication Teacher, Farmington Central High School

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

9:30am CST

Epic Hack Battles of Teaching
Watters vs Wolf. Locked in an epic battle of teacher hack awesomeness. In one corner we have Google Certified, Nearpod Pionear Biology Teacher Chris Wolf and in the other Google Certified Instructional Coach Chemistry Teacher Brandon Watters. Who has the best teacher hacks to engage students in learning? Who will be crowned Teacher Hack Champion? You get to decide. Bring hacks of your own to share and we can all learn how to make this thing called "teaching" a little bit easier. This fun and competitive atmosphere will showcase “hacks” for engaging students and providing personalized learning experience that challenge students while making learning fun. We will also highlight “hacks” that make your workflow and management simpler, freeing up time to spend with your students. Many of takeaways can be implemented right into your next lesson.
Presenters
avatar for Brandon Watters

Brandon Watters

Science Teacher, Vernon Hills High School
Brandon is a graduate from the University of Iowa and is a former pharmaceutical chemist turned teacher. He has used this real world experience to help chemistry content come alive over the last 8 years. His quest to support student growth has caused his classroom to become a blend... Read More →
avatar for Chris Wolf

Chris Wolf

Science Teacher, Vernon Hills High School
Chris is a graduate from the University of Illinois and has been teaching Biology at Vernon Hills High School for over a decade. His passion for hands-on science instruction has been complemented by his infusion of instructional technologies in the classroom. As a Google Certified... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (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!

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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

Infuse Technology into the Social Studies Classroom
Specifically targeted to social studies & history teachers, this session will address meaningful, productive, creative and content specific uses of technology in the social studies classroom. Going beyond being device specific, this session will focus on a multitude of tools and resources that can transform learning in social studies classrooms. From digital portfolios to website creation, podcasting and multimedia timelines, participants will know and be able to consider thoughtful approaches to technology integration in their classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Sondgeroth

Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Utopia C (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 Technology Work for You
Technology is a huge push in classrooms and so many of us are just word processing. As a Google for Education Certified Trainer, finding apps, extensions, and websites to work FOR the teacher and classroom has made all the difference in delivery and engagement. By using more than just Google Apps for Education, students find creative outlets for work and are more prepared for different challenges in their educational career. Teachers can find ways to focus their time on more important things in the classroom: teaching and learning. Come find out new and exciting ways to incorporate technology and share ideas with others.
Presenters
avatar for Jacklyn Feldpausch

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 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Utopia B (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

9:30am CST

Photovoice: Empowering Students through Issue-Based Photo Stories
In this presentation, learn about Photovoice, a pedagogy rooted in social justice that allows students to share their stories through photography. Hear how groups of middle school students used photography and video to share their stories of struggle and perseverance through issues of race, gender, identity, community, mental illness and power. Learn how you can use photography, video, and Adobe Spark in your school to empower students, create empathy and community, foster creative expression, and amplify student voice.
Presenters
avatar for Sherri Kushner

Sherri Kushner

Adobe Education Leader, Chute Middle School
Sherri has taught visual and media arts at the middle school level for 18 years. She currently teaches Media Arts at Chute Middle School in Evanston, IL. She is most passionate about using issue-based photography to empower student voices, fostering dialogue that raises awareness... Read More →

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

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

How Launching Blended Courses Have Advanced Student-Centered Commitment Across the District
With a fully implemented digital learning program, teachers wanted to leverage the power of technology and to enhance instructional experiences, allow students flexibility within their school day and ensure students are college and career ready. Learn about we started our blended learning pilot and how it has transformed student learning experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. In this panel discussion an administrator, a BetterLesson coach, teachers and students speak about their journey to creating a blended learning environment where student agency, teacher lesson design, virtual coaching and administrative support have helped ensure a successful blended learning program in our high school.
Presenters
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avatar for Stacey Gonzales

Stacey Gonzales

Director of C & I, www.d230.org
My passion, purpose and vision are to empower teachers and students to achieve their potential through meaningful academic and emotional experiences.
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Monday February 25, 2019 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Panel 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

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

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 →

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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

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

Sharpen STEM Skills and Increase Student Interest in STEM Careers
STEM careers are projected to grow to more than 9 million between 2012 and 2022. How will you increase student interest and introduce them to career paths in that sector?

Educators will receive access to a variety of FREE digital resources:
-Ignition (6th-9th grades): Touches on areas such as cyber-bullying, monitoring digital footprints, and the risks and rewards of using technology.
-Endeavor (6th-9th grades): Takes students into the STEM concepts behind their world and introduces them to inspiring careers they never knew existed.
-Hockey Scholar (5th-7th grades): Brings STEM concepts to life using the exciting, fast-paced game of hockey. Through immersive hockey simulations, each module enables students to explore real-life applications of fundamental concepts.

This session will discuss implementation strategies that can extend offline. These 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
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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 →

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

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

10:45am CST

“From Playpen to Playground:” Using iPads in the Early Elementary Classroom
Apple believes that “Every learner is a creator” so come learn how we can make our youngest learners just that. But wait...how can we be mindful of positive early childhood development and keep iPads from being “babysitters” in the primary classroom? We will learn about research on coding, computational and design thinking and how it relates to the SAMR model of tech integration for the young learner. Discover how to create a more student-directed learning environment with apps and other non-tech devices that will engage and empower students in all aspects of the K-2 Curriculum. We will explore ways to effectively manage iPads in the classroom and learn how to make the accessibility features come alive for ALL learners. Come, think and create with us!
Presenters
avatar for Laura Montgomery

Laura Montgomery

Instructional Technology Coach, Lake Forest School District 67
Laura Montgomery is an instructional technology coach for Lake Forest School District 67. A 30-year veteran educator with experience in the elementary classroom and an instructional technology coach for K-8, Laura has been a change-agent for ed-tech and 21st Century Teaching and Learning... Read More →
avatar for Maggie Seymour

Maggie Seymour

Instructional Technology Coach, Lake Forest Schools District 67

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

10:45am CST

Making Outside the Space: Expanding STEM Education
Hear from two high school students who put into action their desire to ignite a passion for STEM in younger students. Kate is one of six girls who created Glenview’s Got STEAM - a program whose mission it is to inspire girls to develop confidence in STEAM fields and endeavors. The curriculum emphasizes subjects involving math and physics where females are traditionally underrepresented. In its first year the project was featured in the Chicago Tribune and every workshop hit overflowing capacity. Nicholas and a friend developed CS Upstart, a week-long, half-day camp designed for middle school students to promote an interest in computer science and tech careers while expanding on the core STEM concepts from their other classes. Students learn fundamentals of web development (HTML, CSS and Javascript) and entry-level robotics and engineering. These pioneers are providing inspiration and opportunities to their own generation, reshaping how we think about traditional education.
Presenters
avatar for Nicholas Ermolov

Nicholas Ermolov

CS Upstart
High school student interested in spreading computer science education and improving school efficiency through technology.
avatar for Michael Sinde

Michael Sinde

Project Lead The Way Engineering Teacher, Glenbrook South High School
Teacher. Lifelong Learner. @NIUCOE PhD Candidate #Maker #PLTW #MakerEd Author of @GBSEngineering at Glenbrook South High School
avatar for Kate Stack

Kate Stack

Kate Stack is a high school junior in Glenview, Illinois. After being introduced to the maker movement and technology in middle school, she has delved into many projects and has sought out opportunities. She enjoys combining her passions for STEM and the humanities into her work and... Read More →

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Monday February 25, 2019 10:45am - 11:45am CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout (Student Led)

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

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
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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
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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

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

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!
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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

Mass Communications Interns: Amplifying Student Voice and Positive Culture in Your School
Research shows that student voice and positive school culture are both major contributors to student and school success. Princeville Junior/Senior High School created the Mass Communications internship to continue developing both of those aspects of education in our already student-minded school. MC interns manage our website, social media accounts, create signage, report school news, create school culture initiatives, and much more. Join us to learn how your students and your school can benefit from student internships and how to get started.
Presenters
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Kelly Jenkins

Technology Coordinator, Princeville CUSD #326
I have been with the Tech Department at Princeville CUSD #326 for over 8 years and have been in my current position as Technology Coordinators for 4 years. I initiated the Technology and Mass Communications Internships at Princeville Jr/Sr High School. It is very exciting to see... Read More →
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Anne Krolicki

Anne Krolicki is the K-12 Instructional Coach for Elmwood Community School District in Elmwood, IL. She previously taught English and mass communications classes as well as an interdisciplinary English III/US history course at Princeville Junior/Senior High School. Prior to that... Read More →

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

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
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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

Satellite Tracking, Orbits, and Modeling
Be empowered and ignite excitement with your students through the lens of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite tracking as it applies to physics, art, and mathematics. Useful and adaptable hands-on STEAM activities guide educators in orbital mechanics, orbital scale and real-time tracking of objects in LEO. Participants will track satellites in real-time and plot their progression. The position of subsequent satellite passes and the duration of the acquisition of a signal with respect to the trigonometry of the earth and a satellite's position is investigated.
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Frances Dellutri

Deputy Manager of Education, National Space Society
As Deputy Manager of Education of SpacEdge Education (SEE), an arm of the National Space Society, I am involved in the presentation, promotion, and development of STEAM space science curriculum for K-12+. Our lessons and resources can be viewed at SEE Academy found at: https://sp... Read More →
LZ

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg B
  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
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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 →
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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

Synchronous Distance Learning--Are You Ready?
Have you ever thought about expanding the walls of your classroom to include live museum visits? Have you ever considered co-teaching your course with another teacher or expert on your subject? Would your district benefit from having courses having low enrollment courses in more than one school taught by one teacher? Synchronous distance learning is the answer to these questions. Synchronous distance learning/classroom video conferencing would allow smaller school districts to share teachers to combat our teacher shortage. It could be the answer for larger districts to continue to offer low enrollment courses among buildings. High quality professional development activities without travel could remove the cost barrier for school districts. Participants will learn about the hardware and software requirements, costs, and implementation issues followed by a question and answer period.
Presenters
DM
BM

Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Innovation
  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!
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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
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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 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Utopia A (2nd Floor)
  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.

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Eric Patnoudes

Sponsor, Otus
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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 →
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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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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
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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 →
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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
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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 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 2 (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
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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 →
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Monday February 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 3 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

1:45pm CST

Esports Scholarships
Join me and a few of our eSports athletes as we discuss electronic gaming as a form of athletics. We will discuss our experiences and opportunities to receive college scholarships for the students.
Presenters
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Brock Frazier

Esports Head Coach, Massac USD#1
I am one of the lead technicians for our I.T. department in the district, I also am a head coach for our girls soccer team, assistant coach for the boys soccer team, and head coach for our esports club and teams.

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

1:45pm CST

GAME ON! How to Gamify Your Classroom & Maximize Engagement
Gamification is a hot topic - but how exactly do we do it? How do we get started? Come learn how I took the plunge in my classroom- what I learned, what I'd do again and what I'd skip - and what my students thought. You will leave with concrete ways to gamify YOUR classroom and increase engagement to extraordinary levels!
Presenters
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Julie Smith

Author, Webster University
On Faculty at Webster University in St Louis for 22 yearsAuthor of "Master the Media: How Teaching Media Literacy Can Save our Plugged-In World"Author of "Wake 'Em Up! Supercharging Student Engagement in the College Classroom"Interviewed by the Los Angeles Times, Washington Post... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia B (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
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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

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

Not Your Grandma’s Literature Class
Literature has been around for ages, but how do we make it relevant to today’s students? Start off by telling them “this is not your grandma’s English class! In this session, I’ll share how I make my English classes “lit” using a variety of tools and structures to enhance literature instruction. We’ll discuss how to get your students reading, discussing, and even rapping with passion! Through tools like Flipgrid, Twitter, WeVideo, GSuite, Makey Makey, etc., and structures like Genius Hour, Flipped Instruction, and Book Clubs, we can make literature class the most exciting, engaging class of the day!
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 →

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

1:45pm CST

Personal Passion Projects: What an Experience!
Our school has provided student-led, project-based learning to high school students through our January Short Term (JST) program for over 45 years. Recently, we expanded JST into our middle school with P3: the Personal Passion Project. Students choose a topic and spend two periods a week on it. They use the design thinking process to create something related to their passion. We pair each with an adult expert mentor (alumni, parents, etc) so they can increase not only their knowledge of the topic, but also learn how to network with others (a valuable life skill!). Students spend one full “Experience Week” focusing on P3, culminating in our P3 Expo. In this session, you will learn about our P3 program, as well as JST, and discover how you might bring something similar to your learning environment.
Presenters
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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 →

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

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
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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 →
avatar for Megan Stern

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

Project -Based Learning in a 21st Century World Language Classroom
Bonjour! Buenos Dias! Gutten Tag! Come join us for a presentation packed with creativity and innovation. These World Language projects, based on student writing, include: art, history, geography, architecture, all wrapped up with readily accessible Technology tools.Discover new, creative, and engaging ways to get students to use meaningful dialogue in the World Language classroom.
Presenters
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JM

Monday February 25, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Table 3 (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
avatar for Danielle Abernethy
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
avatar for Kim Darche

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
avatar for Jacklyn Feldpausch

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
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 1:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Connection
  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
avatar for Rhonda Jenkins

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)

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
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 →

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 →
avatar for Sherry Sejnost

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
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 →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Schaumburg D
  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
avatar for Kerri Young

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

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

Teens, Twitter, and the Times: Teaching Controversial Topics to Teens
How do you bring current and controversial topics into your classroom and help your students process and understand the events in the world around them? This session will look at ways to bring current and controversial issues and events into the classroom though both social media and mainstream media. Talking about these events can cause arguments, raise voices, and get your students fired up but it will also engage them with the issues that will make them informed and active participants in a democratic society
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson

Jr/Sr High School History, ROWVA CUSD 208
I have taught for 15 years as a social studies teacher at ROWVA Jr/Sr High School where I have helped to support educational technology across the grades. I am on the Future Ready PD and curriculum committees, a former president of entICE, and a McCormick Foundation Civics Mentor... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Utopia C (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
avatar for Tricia Fuglestad

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

Student Centered Broadcasting Club
Examples and student testimonials from the creation and administration of a student centered and student led Broadcasting Club. From initial organizational meetings, to the launch of a school wide news program, this is the story of how students can become adept creators and learners on both sides of the camera.
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Frye

Christopher Frye

Teacher and Technology Coach, Consolidated High School District 230
Long-time listener, first-time caller. Multimedia teacher, consumer, and presenter. Dynamic advocate of classic video games. Certified Professional Ed-Tech Teacher with at least a few meaningless online certifications. Dreams of getting verified on Twitter. Likes handing out prizes... Read More →

Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout (Student Led)

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

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
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 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
avatar for Kasia Derza

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
avatar for Melissa Fierro

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
avatar for Sarah LaVallee

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

3:00pm CST

Teach in their Playground with EdPuzzle
This session will go through the basics of EDPuzzle. I will start with creating an account and importing videos. Next, I will look at how to trim a video, add various question types, and voice overs. Finally, I will show how to assign and view student responses.
Presenters
avatar for Ruth Kuzmanic

EdPuzzle ICE 2019 gslides
Monday February 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Table 4 (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

3-2-1...Action! It’s time for Your Student-Lead Morning News Broadcast!
Create a feeling of culture and community among your students, teachers and parents by creating, student-lead, weekly news broadcast with the option to go LIVE. Highcrest Middle School used to just have a teacher driven, student-anchored, weekly news broadcast featuring the pledge, announcements and mini features. We have since TRANSFORMED this broadcast to be aired LIVE and to be student-lead and student-driven. Join us to learn about our journey. We will be providing step-by-step directions and resources for you to get your morning news off the ground.
Presenters
avatar for Maayan Sloan

Maayan Sloan

Technology Integration, Highcrest Middle school
avatar for Samantha Smith

Samantha Smith

Technology Integration, Wilmette Public Schools District 39

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Schaumburg C
  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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avatar for Annmarie Clasky

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 →
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 →

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.

Presentation Resources

Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Lehotsky

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

Esports in Education
What is Esports and does it belong in Education. 
Presenters
avatar for Joe McAllister

Joe McAllister

Education Esports Expert, CDW•G
I have worked with 250 schools around the world on esports in education. I help schools with What is esports?, Why would we do this in school?, How do we get started? and How do we build a program to last.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  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
avatar for Anne Kasa

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
avatar for Kari Moulton

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
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 →

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
avatar for Stacey Lang

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 →
avatar for Amy Rolain

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

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
avatar for Dayna Perkins

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

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

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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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

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
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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
RB

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Nirvana Threshold: Google Edu on Tour (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 →
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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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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

Engaging Science Students with Digital Tools
The use of technology in the high school science classroom can go far beyond simply using digital worksheets. Learn how the chemistry classroom at Elgin Academy uses tools such as G Suite, Flipgrid, Kahoot, EdPuzzle, Happy Atoms, and more to stimulate learning in classroom and lab activities, and how these ideas can be applied to a wide variety of levels and subjects.
Presenters
avatar for Jamie Lau

Jamie Lau

Chemistry Teacher and Tech Coach, Elgin Academy

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

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

Success and Failure of Hybrid (Self-Paced) Learning
In my self-paced classroom (HS Alg 1 and Geometry) this year I have created time for both learning content through a self-paced model along with time for students to do creative, critical thinking projects.

In this session I will give an overview of my self-paced classroom and some of the projects that students have done. I will also discuss the successes and failures of the year to date and end with open discussion and questions on topics.
Presenters
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Sean Foster

This is my 4th year of teaching and will be my 2nd year of doing self-paced instruction. The school that I teach at is smaller, 264 students, and I teach Algebra 1 and Geometry. Our school is 1:1 with Chromebooks and teachers have both a Chromebook and IPad.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

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 →
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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
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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 →

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

BIG DATA - What do your students need to know?
We've all heard the term "big data", but what does it mean for students? Come learn ways to help our students monitor their data-driven identities in today's digital landscape. You will leave with specific tools that students can use to help them navigate and control their own data profiles.
Presenters
avatar for Julie Smith

Julie Smith

Author, Webster University
On Faculty at Webster University in St Louis for 22 yearsAuthor of "Master the Media: How Teaching Media Literacy Can Save our Plugged-In World"Author of "Wake 'Em Up! Supercharging Student Engagement in the College Classroom"Interviewed by the Los Angeles Times, Washington Post... Read More →

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

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

Google Keep used as assignment board.
You can use Google Keep to replace a premier for keeping track of assignments, due dates, projects and lists.
Presenters
avatar for Dana Wherley

Dana Wherley

Science Teacher, Eureka Middle School

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  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.
Presenters
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avatar for Mike Patterson

Mike Patterson

North America G Suite for Education Strategist, Google
BP

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
avatar for Darcy O'Connor

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
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 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
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 →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Schaumburg A
  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
avatar for Benjamin Hartman

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 →
avatar for Jennifer Leban

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

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
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 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Adventure Threshold (outside Exhibit Hall)
  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
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 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

Build your own Hour Of Code activities with AppLab from Code.org
Learn to use the App Lab programming environment and engage in moldable ‘Hour of Code’ activities for your students to create small programs that will actually run on their iPhone or Android. Students can work on a computer, chromebook or tablet to drag blocks of code to develop apps that perform simple tasks. Such programs include converting between units like gallons to liters, solving a quadratic equation, graphing a line, an interactive history timeline, and others. All activities are designed to be completed in less than an hour which can be transformed and expanded as you become more familiar with App Lab. No programming experience is necessary. Bringin a laptop, chromebook, or tablet is highly recommended.
Presenters
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David Ruth

Computer Science Teacher, Niles North High School
I have been teaching Computer Science since 1997 and programmed my first video game in 1981 on an Apple ][ e in high school. It has been my goal for many years to create meaningful and worthwhile projects for my students to engage in to foster a love and appreciation for coding... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

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.

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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
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 →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am CST
Table 1 (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
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 →

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

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

Choice, Voice, & Inquiry: Blended Learning
Blended Learning empowers students to make choices and to provide their voices to structure the learning process. By creating online instructional materials, by designing pathways for students to make choices on how to learn content and skills, and by using a research project to facilitate personalized inquiry, I have given students in my United States History classroom a large role in driving their own learning. This session will focus on how I scaffolded teaching experiences for myself and learning experiences for my students in order to get to the point where these opportunities could be implemented. With support from an ongoing pilot project in my school, students are able to leave class when it is warranted to work in flexible times and spaces while the teacher provides support and guidance for individuals and small groups. This presentation will also share how the pilot has progressed.
Presenters
avatar for Michael Biondo

Michael Biondo

Social Science Teacher & Instructional Coach, Maine South High School
Michael Biondo (www.biondoteaches.com) began teaching Social Science in 2003 and started serving as an Instructional Coach in 2009 at Maine South High School. He teaches US History and coordinates student participation in the Chicago Metro History Fair, the local affiliate of National... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg D
  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 →
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 →

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

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

12:30pm CST

Providing Tech Support for 1:1 Initiatives - Student Internship/Job Skills & Outsourced Solutions
Supporting your install base of 1:1 devices is a real consideration in implementing 1:1. See how one school (Evanston Township HS) uses this as in-school internship/job skills opportunity through a hybrid model which includes some internal support and some external support provided by Technology Resources Advisors (TRA). 
Presenters
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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.  
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Gary Haller

Career & Technical Education Teacher (NBCT), Evanston Township High School
An experienced educator with a passion for computer science and technology education. Leveraging his 20 years in the business world including time at IBM and United Airlines, Gary brings a practical and informed perspective into his classroom. Using those same skills which include... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Schaumburg H Partner Room
  Breakout, Vendor session

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

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
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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

Active Literacies, Interdisciplinary Thinking & Cooperative Learning Tools
Active Literacies, Interdisciplinary Thinking & Cooperative Learning Tools
Literature Circles have been a hallmark of successful language arts classrooms. This presentation builds on the rich tradition of Literature Circles through the use of interdisciplinary Learning Experience Organizers (LEOS). Teachers will engage in a research-based active learning experience where they experience innovative ways to explore print and non-print texts (film, audio, graphs, cartoons, etc.) with students. Uses across disciplines will be explored and many PDFs will be shared with participants that they can use in their teaching immediately. Collaboration and cooperative learning are tenets of this rich learning environment along with a focus on new texts and technologies.
Presenters
avatar for Pam Goble

Pam Goble

Adjunct, DuPage ROE, Benedictine and COD
PAM GOBLE, Ed. D. taught middle school for thirty years and has taught education, humanities, and literature courses for undergraduates and graduate students for the past 18 years. She has presented at numerous conferences, such as the National Council of Teachers of English and the... Read More →
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Tuesday February 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Table 4 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

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
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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

Creating Online, eLearning Experience for Kids and Adults
So, you have a new LMS or Google Classroom and you’re supposed to flip your classroom or your staff meetings, but you’re not sure if what you’re providing is the most effective. What are some good ways to present the information, assess learning, and analyze the assessment results? This workshop will be LMS-agnostic, instead focusing on what works in developing online content for kids and adults. Participants will bring a lesson idea and walk away with the message broken into actionable items connected to tools for creation. Teams encouraged.
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 →

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

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

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

Questioning History
"You don't hate history, you hate the way it was taught to you in high school" -Stephen Ambrose
Bring fun and excitement to the social studies classroom by using inquiry rather than memorization drive instruction in the social studies classroom. Get rid of old history textbooks and help students develop the skills to ask questions and find answers to essential questions. Example activities and useful tools will be showcased during this session.
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson

Jr/Sr High School History, ROWVA CUSD 208
I have taught for 15 years as a social studies teacher at ROWVA Jr/Sr High School where I have helped to support educational technology across the grades. I am on the Future Ready PD and curriculum committees, a former president of entICE, and a McCormick Foundation Civics Mentor... Read More →

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Utopia C (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

Engaging Students Through eSports
eSports has become one of the faster growing high school activities in the country. Come hear the Carl Sandburg eSports Team share their journey from unengaged students to championship eSports team. Our coaches and students will share how the creation of the eSports club has transformed their connection to the school, teachers, and educational experience.  
Presenters
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JT
avatar for Greg Gardner

Greg Gardner

Assistant Principal, Carl Sandburg
Former art teacher turned administrator, I am passionate about developing a positive school climate through amplifying student voice and assisting students to connected to co-curricular activities.

Tuesday February 26, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Euphoria (2nd Floor)
  Breakout (Student Led)

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

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
AR
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

Escape Room in Virtual Reality
Can you escape this VR experience? Using the Oculus Go, jump into this intense virtual reality interaction and try to escape on time before the game ends. It will take problem-solving, perseverance and your educator friends help to break out of these VR games.
Presenters
avatar for Steve Dembo

Steve Dembo

Consultant & Speaker, Teach 42
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 4:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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
 
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

9:00am CST

DePaul University Esports Team
Come see the DePaul University Esports team! Learn about how Esports has impacted them, watch them play and find out more about what DePaul has to offer!
Wednesday February 27, 2019 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
Playful Learning Space (Exhibit Hall)
  Playful Learning

9:15am CST

ARVRinEDU Creation Tools
Moving from experiences in AR/VR to creation tools is an important transition for our students. Engage and create immersive technology experiences to bring back to your classroom.
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 →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 9:15am - 10:15am CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

9:15am CST

Winston Campus Jr High Robotics Team
Come join us!  Winston Campus Jr High students will showcase their robotics teams and provide demonstrations of their middle school competition.  If you are interested in starting an extra-curricular middle school school robotics program, stop by and check it out!  


Presenters
KR

Wednesday February 27, 2019 9:15am - 11:15am CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

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
JG
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 →
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 →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Utopia C (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

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
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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

Science with a New View
See the body come to life before your eyes with wearable technology. 
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 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

Riding the Literacy Wave with Technology
Participants will be introduced to several web applications that can be used in Reading and Writing Workshop. This includes multi media (Flipgrid, Let's Recap etc.), blogging, sites to gain resources for differentiated instruction and places for students to collaborate with other students around the world.  Participants will have time to check out the apps and play to see if it's something they want to use in their classrooms.  
Presenters
avatar for Shawn Schwerman

Shawn Schwerman

6th grade teacher, McLean County Unit 5
I love hanging out with kids teaching them how to appreciate and love books and reading as much as I do. I've been teaching for over 25 years and integrate technology as often as I can.

Riding the Literacy Wave (3) pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 10:00am - 12:15pm CST
Inspiration
  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

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

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

Engaging Students and Building Digital Skills
Have you explored Google’s Applied Digital Skills Curriculum? Google has created a free digital literacy curriculum to help learners engage in a wide range of digital literacy skills. Educators can use the curriculum as is or adapt the activities to connect to curricular goals. This session will introduce educators to the interface, the activities, and explore connections to existing classroom content.
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 →
avatar for Melissa Wilson

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 →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana A: Google for Edu Learning Space (2nd Floor)
  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

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

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

ESports Club: Year 2
The #rowvastrong E-Sports program has entered it's second year. This session will examine our journey from a small club to where we are today. In this session we will discuss the reasons to have an E-Sports team and club, some of the challenges in getting a club up and running, and where to go next.
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson

Jr/Sr High School History, ROWVA CUSD 208
I have taught for 15 years as a social studies teacher at ROWVA Jr/Sr High School where I have helped to support educational technology across the grades. I am on the Future Ready PD and curriculum committees, a former president of entICE, and a McCormick Foundation Civics Mentor... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Table 4 (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

11:15am CST

VR with Shedd Aquarium
Explore the underwater world with Shedd Aquarium using iDudu VR headsets. See Shedd's shark conservation in action or feel like you're scuba diving inside Shedd's iconic Caribbean Reef and Wild Reef  habitats. 

Presenters
avatar for Megan Stern

Megan Stern

Learning Specialist, John G. Shedd Aquarium

Wednesday February 27, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

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 →
SG

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
SB
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

Literacy and Math Solutions for G Suite Users
Cloud-based technology has gained huge popularity in education in recent years and can arguably be considered the new norm for schools throughout North America and beyond. G Suite for Education currently boasts over 70 million users worldwide, and this number has grown steadily every year. While cloud-based platforms like G Suite for Education offer powerful productivity and collaboration features for teachers and students alike, third party tools can deliver the additional reading, writing and math supports that so many students need. This fast-paced session will explore two cloud-based solutions from Texthelp that can support diverse learners in both literacy and math. Participants will see how Read&Write and EquatIO provide a robust suite of features that boost comprehension and engagement, make materials accessible, and allow all learners to be successful. 
Presenters
avatar for Debbie Shaw

Debbie Shaw

Regional Director, Texthelp, Inc.
Debbie Shaw has been with Texthelp since 2010 as the Sales Director supporting the Midwest.  Texthelp is the developer of the Read&Write family of literacy support tools and the exciting new digital math extension, EquatIO.  At Texthelp, we believe there’s a whole world of avid... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Breakout, Vendor session

12:45pm CST

National Geographic Geo Inquiry
The Geo-Inquiry Process is a five-step method designed to teach the skills necessary to think and reason geographically, and includes asking Geo-Inquiry Questions, acquiring geographic information, organizing and analyzing information, and using the information to answer Geo-Inquiry Questions for informed action. The Geo-Inquiry Process relies on geographic perspective as a foundation, offering students a unique lens to analyze space, place, and the interconnections of systems in our world. Geographic perspective is interdisciplinary and allows for the examination of complex issues at various scales. By using a geographic perspective with the Geo-Inquiry Process students begin to connect complex components, see patterns, and make connections as they look at the world differently in order to make informed predictions, well-reasoned decisions, and take action.
Presenters
KB

Kimberley Barbaro

Teacher, Winnetka Public Schools
I teach math and science to 6th grade students in a public school.
MB

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Knowledge
  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

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

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
KN

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg F
  Breakout

12:45pm CST

Hands on Coding with Swift
In this session, participants will learn how our district is using the Learn To Code curriculum in conjunction with robots to teach the fundamentals of coding.
Presenters
avatar for Kevin McCann

Kevin McCann

Coding Teacher, CCSD 93
avatar for Lisa Thomen

Lisa Thomen

Coding Teacher, Stratford Middle School

ICE Conference 19 Hands on Coding with Swift pptx
Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Schaumburg D
  Breakout (Student Led)

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

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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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 →
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

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

STEM for Language Arts & Social Studies Classrooms
Participants will actively engage in two STEM-designed lessons.
Following the lessons, discussion will focus on the applicability of
STEM into the SS and ELA curriculum, as well as the connection
to the Danielson rubric.
Presenters
avatar for Joy Bieker

Joy Bieker

TEACHER, West Aurora School District 129
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Table 2 (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

12:45pm CST

AR Learning Experiences for the Classroom
Explore a variety of learning experiences created using Keynote and ARMaker app for iPad.
Presenters
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.

Wednesday February 27, 2019 12:45pm - 1:45pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

1:45pm CST

Learning³ (Cubed) with ARVRinEDU
Explore the benefits of using cubes with augmented and virtual reality. Various apps will be available to demonstrate that cubes can transform learning experiences.
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 →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 1:45pm - 2:45pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

1:45pm CST

Skokie 69 Robotics Team
Come join us!  Skokie School District 69 students will showcase their robotics teams and provide demonstrations of their middle school competition.  If you are interested in starting an extra-curricular middle school school robotics program, stop by and check it out!  


Presenters
avatar for Therese Block

Therese Block

Teacher, Lincoln JHS
Robotics, Design & Modeling, VEX Robotics teams

Wednesday February 27, 2019 1:45pm - 3:45pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

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

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

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

High Quality at No or Low Cost ~ OER all the Way!
Numerous innovative educators are designing open educational resources [OER] for teaching a variety of subject areas. OER offer low or no-cost peer-reviewed materials as well as cutting-edge adaptive educational technologies. I want to share my journey going OER all the way Fall of 2018! Savings for my students amount to approximately $20,573 for one semester embracing free textbooks – the power of OER! This includes the low costs of groundbreaking adaptive and personalized technology to increase student success in my general introductory psychology classes. I will share links to great online OER resources, answer questions and look forward to a lively discussion!
Presenters
avatar for Nina Dulabaum, Ph.D. ~ Psychology and Education

Nina Dulabaum, Ph.D. ~ Psychology and Education

Faculty, Instruct. Designer, Researcher, Innovation Education-Sustainability
Nina Dulabaum graduated from Oberlin College and served in Berlin, Germany as an international volunteer during the East-West divide. There she conducted seminars on cross-cultural communication, conflict transformation and de-escalation seminars with violent youth as well as exploring... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia B (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

Social Media in the Classroom
Social media lends itself to a multitude of applications in the classroom and in school-wide events. It encourages interaction and collaboration among students while nurturing a student-centric learning environment. Utilizing a multitude of platforms, including Twitter, Snapchat, Padlet, and Edublogs, students gain unique, creative practice in research, communication and presentation skills within digital environments that extend learning beyond the four walls of a classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Theresa Christensen

Theresa Christensen

English Teacher; Technology Coach, William Fremd High School
Theresa is a National Board Certified teacher enjoying her 21st year teaching high school English. She has a Masters in both Secondary Education and Educational Administration. Currently, she serves as one of her building's technology coaches, helping teachers best integrate technology... Read More →
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Schaumburg G
  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
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Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Utopia C (2nd Floor)
  Breakout

2:30pm CST

Teaching the iGen Learner
Do you find yourself saying “Students today are not like they were 10 years ago!” Well, you’re right! Join us in this student-led session to learn more about the “iGen learner” from iGen learners themselves. Find out how they experience the world and process information differently. Hear about how they view their generation and what they want from their educational experiences. The students, along with their teacher, will outline learning strategies centered around collaboration and instant feedback as well as creative ways to help students of this generational cohort learn.
Presenters
avatar for Cori Sparks

Cori Sparks

TEACHER, West Aurora School District 129

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Euphoria (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

Take a Journey with Google Expeditions: The Future of Field Trips
We never want to take traditional field trips and learning opportunities from schools/students but Google AR/VR tools can be a way to take students to places that they may never have (or will have) the chance to visit.
VR is slowly becoming a powerful tool in the education sector. The goal of VR is to transform the future of learning. VR can offers teachers the opportunity of providing students a three-dimensional learning environment.
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 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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)

2:30pm CST

Microcontrollers - Projects, Collaboration, and Fun
We designed this one-semester course to appeal to both male and female students. It has problem-centered experiences, opportunities for integrated thinking, and plenty of modeling challenges. The students literally think on their feet, collaborate with their team, and in a specific time duration design a solution, test it, fix bugs, retest the solution, and demonstrate the required Microcontroller application. Since there are different solutions based on the program code, they have plenty of opportunities to “wow” each other. We had over one-third female enrollment in the class. In this presentation, we will discuss the Arduino kit (we will have loaner supplies for attendees to use), show our curriculum, student projects, and also provide hands-on experience for all attendees. The course can be adapted in a middle school or high school setting and we believe that the students would find it exciting given the hands-on nature of the course.

Presenters
MC
DP

Dr. Phadmakar Patankar

This is my 10th year teaching at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy. For last three years, I have been teaching only Computer Science. Prior to that, I used to teach, both Mathematics and Computer Science. I have designed Robotics Programming course using Java and I have taught... Read More →

Wednesday February 27, 2019 2:30pm - 4:45pm CST
Epiphany (2nd floor)
  Workshop (Paid)

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

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

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 →
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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!

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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

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

Using simulations and interactive learning in science to take us places the classroom can’t
Creating student centered learning through the use of online simulations and interactive websites in the science classroom driven by NGSS.  We will look at ways to modify virtual labs to better reflect the CER (claim, evidence and reasoning). Exploring ways to enhance classroom labs with virtual opportunities along with self paced learning while keeping learning engaging, fun and meaningful!  We will spend the last few minutes sharing with eachother successful lessons, ideas and websites!
Presenters
avatar for Julie Eglite

Julie Eglite

Physics Teacher, Deerfield High School

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Schaumburg D
  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

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

Changing Your Viewpoint: Student-Informed Design and Student Usability Studies
We conducted a usability study in late 2016 of our library’s online resource portal and were stunned by the results. Features and designs that were believed to be student-friendly were actually overlooked or distracting. We conducted a second usability study in early 2018 of our library's new online resource discovery system and again found that design features that we assumed would support student learning were confusing to users or entirely ignored by them.

By observing how students interacted with our digital resources and soliciting their honest feedback, we improved the user experience and lessened cognitive burdens on novice researchers and have improved our instructional support and materials for students using our digital resources.

Find out how to conduct a usability study utilizing screencasts to record and analyze student interactions with your school's online resources and by employing reliable and effective user rating tools.

Presenters
JC
KJ

Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Table 1 (Schaumburg Ballroom East)
  Participate and Share

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

3:45pm CST

Merge into the Curriculum
Learn how to integrate the Merge Cube into your everyday curriculum.

https://www.mergevr.com/edu-resources?fbclid=IwAR2gv8lHonxRW9Nd3Mu8ygMt0qq5F60YLh6UtBGAs6LCosXTzCaYlA6EmTw

 
Presenters
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 →

Merge EDU Cube Apps K 5 pdf
Wednesday February 27, 2019 3:45pm - 4:45pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground
 
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)

9:00am CST

Create an Immersive 360 VR Tour
I’ll be sharing my 360 videos and images from Antarctica and sharing how you can make your own tours for your students. I’ll also sharing thinking routines to extend the immersive experience to meet your learning objectives. 
Presenters
PK

Thursday February 28, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

9:45am CST

ARVRinEDU on a Budget
Find the immersive technology tools that don't break the bank that's easily incorporated into your classroom. Using the devices you have available, explore and create augmented and virtual reality.
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 →

Thursday February 28, 2019 9:45am - 10:45am CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

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

Evidence - based Digital Resources
Engage with evidence-based digital resources that unlock the potential for learners through hands-on experiences, transformative technology, and instructional strategies.  We will share digital first reading, writing, speaking, and listening resources including over 3,000 interactive, leveled texts, automatic scoring on writing sessions, and flexible access options. Participate in hands - on educational technology that accelerates literacy for high-need learners.  Engage students with personalized learning that meet student’s specific literacy needs; while providing access to rigorous on grade-level instruction and content.   See how different reporting options document student performance and drive improvement goals, critical for developing programming and meeting state and federal requirements.
Presenters
CM

Christina Mackey

Pearson Digital Intervention Team, Pearson
I'm a member of the Pearson Digital Intervention Team.  I have the privilege of bringing digital resources into the classroom to help student reach their highest potential. Most of my experience has been with intervention programming which allows all students the opportunity to have... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Imagination
  Breakout, Vendor session

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

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
BH

Brandon Hillman

Director of Growth Strategies, MeTEOR Education
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 →

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Nirvana C: Flexible Spaces Classroom by Meteor (2nd Floor)
  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

Comparing the Flavors of VR
What's your VR budget, and what will it get you?   Come explore the differences between Google Cardboard, the Oculus Go and the Oculus Rift and see which is the best fit for you!
Presenters
avatar for Steve Dembo

Steve Dembo

Consultant & Speaker, Teach 42

Thursday February 28, 2019 11:15am - 12:15pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

12:15pm CST

ARVRinEDU Beta Testing
Interested to see the upcoming immersive technology tools due to release soon? Test out the latest beta apps to add your input, spark ideas and be prepared for the future of ARVRinEDU.
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 →

Thursday February 28, 2019 12:15pm - 1:00pm CST
Tech Playground (Exhibit Hall)
  Playground

1:00pm CST

Oh the Pass”abilities” – Hallpasses Gone Digital
The Total Digital Hallpass Solution - Students create pass requests on their device, or teachers create passes from their dashboard .  Dashboard displays who is in the hall, boosting security and accountability. Limit the number of passes, Create on-demand or future passes with Appt Pass.  View pass history and run reports.  Free no-obligation Pilots. 
Presenters
avatar for e-hallpass

e-hallpass

Startegic Client Manager, e-hallpass
e-hallpass is The Total Digital Hallpass Solution Students create pass requests on their device, or teachers create passes from their dashboard. Dashboard displays who is in the hall, boosting security and accountability. Limit the number of passes, create on-demand or future passes... Read More →

Thursday February 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Prosperity (2nd Floor)
  Breakout, Vendor session

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 →
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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)
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