An Interview with Julie Young, Innovator, Edupreneur, and the Founding CEO of Florida Virtual School, with Lisa Schmucki, Founder and CEO of edWeb.net
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Proactive Strategies for Districtwide Success Without the Overwhelm
When things get really busy in schools, being ahead of the chaos is crucial. That means preparing in advance to navigate critical tasks toward success. An action mindset is a necessity: adopting a forward-thinking rather than reactive approach to disruption and busyness.
From Surviving to Thriving: A Roadmap to Innovation, Student Success, and Less Overwhelm
Presented by Angele Hodges, Former Education Leader, Current Academic Solutions Advisor, Varsity Tutors; and Lindy Hockenbary, K-12 Educational Technology Advisor, LindyHoc
Sparking Creativity on a Shoestring Budget: Tech Tools for Big Ideas
Presented by Maren Vernon, Learning Resource Designer, Scratch Foundation; and Omashani Naidoo, Executive Director, SchoolNet South Africa
Moderated by Nick Schiner, Director of Peer-to-Peer Learning, Digital Promise
Grading for Impact: Aligning Clarity and Feedback to Develop Great Learners
Presented by Dave Nagel, Author and Founder of The Center for Collaborative Expertise; and Bruce Potter, Author and Co-Founder of The Center for Collaborative Expertise
CANCELED: Teaching Branding and Trademarks in the Classroom: Real-World Tips to Inspire Students
Presented by Mabel Owens, Master Teacher of Invention and Intellectual Property, STEMisED; and Dr. Kathleen Lanman, Educational Program Specialist, United States Patent and Trademark Office
Learn About the USPTO’s National Summer Teacher Institute on Innovation
Presented by Dr. Sequoyah Wharton, Interdisciplinary Educator, Brentwood High School (NY); Stephanie Klixbull, Elementary STEM Education Specialist, K-8, Penn State University; and Dr. Jorge Valdes, Education Advisor, United States Patent and Trademark Office
Innovation Unleashed: A Hands-On Invention Challenge With Interactive Technology
Presented by Danielle Yates, Student Training Program Manager, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; and Juan Valentin, Education Program Advisor, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Preparing Students for Real-World Learning: Strategies and Insights from Educators
Presented by Alesa Barron, Graphic Design Instructor, Atlanta Public Schools (GA); Lindsay-Darshaun Murray, Digital Learning Lead, Kansas City Public Schools (MO); and Karissa Bowen, Senior Project Manager, Ciena Solutions Challenge, Digital Promise Global
Unleash Your Students’ Inventive Genius with Two Patents and an Invention!
Presented by Kathy Hoppe, Educational Engagement with USPTO, STEMisED; and Christine Lawlor-King, Former Teacher, Current Invention Education Consultant, STEMisED