This session is designed to spark ideas for ways to make classroom assessment more accurate, equitable, and motivation-inducing. This session aligns with work on assessment & grading practices, student motivation, and growth mindset.
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Creativity in the Age of AI: Removing the Barriers to Entry in High-Quality Storytelling and Production' will focus on using AI tools as a 'creation assistant' to help student ideas come to life the way they envision them, regardless of their artistic ability or creative starting point. Through the creation of a custom, manga-style comic by the end of the session, participants will learn how AI tools can enhance and build on our students' own creativity in writing and art. Complex storytelling and worldbuilding as a hobby has been on the rise with a recent revival and mainstream adoption in the popularity of fantasy media, anime/manga, and role-playing games such as Dungeons and Dragons. This session will focus on creating and using custom AI agents with conversational prompting to act as a creative assistant to lead students through the storytelling and fantasy world design process.
I've got thirty years in the tank as a teacher, with 26 of them spent in the SVSD school district at the middle school level. I’m a word girl, not particularly tech-savvy. I may not be great at many STEM-related things or spatial tasks like making seating charts, putting together... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT Room A8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Sometimes "data" can become a dirty word for classroom teachers because it can feel difficult to gather or organize. Particularly with new AI tools and simple assistance from things like CoPilot, it is easier than ever to use spreadsheets to track and organize student growth data so that we're basing educational decisions on more than just our gut instincts. Learn some basic strategies for using Google Sheets, CoPilot, and Schoology's mastery feature to get concrete data for making concrete decisions.
I have been teaching high school English/Language Arts for 27 years, 18 in the Chicago suburbs and the last 9 at MSHS. During that time, I've taught all secondary grades and levels, 9-12, regular, honors, and AP. I've also sponsored digital publications and worked as a problem-based... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT Room B8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
This hands-on beginner session will introduce you to the basics of using Edpuzzle to transform any video into an interactive learning experience. You'll learn how to find, edit, and assign videos with built-in questions and accessibility features that support all learners. We’ll explore how Edpuzzle aligns with UDL principles by offering multiple means of engagement and representation.
Learn the basics of Canva for Education including how to navigate the Canva homepage, locate templates, create folders, share activities, and provide real-time feedback. We will engage in collaborative creation and brainstorm how you can use Canva for meaningful student projects. Through design practice, participants will gain a better understanding of how intuitive Canva is and will feel confident getting started.
Janice Wintermyer spent 15 years in the classroom as an ELA teacher and an Instructional Coach for Technology. She loves helping teachers discover how to meaningfully integrate educational technology tools into their classrooms. Janice is passionate about empowering students to shift... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT Room E8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
This step-by-step, hands-on course will guide you on how to integrate your ActivPanel into daily classroom instruction. You’ll explore educational apps, learn to integrate existing classroom devices, and master the use of Promethean hardware. You'll be introduced to our lesson delivery software, Explain Everything or ActivInspire, so you are equipped to create interactive and engaging lessons for your students
Don’t let the word “code” intimidate you! If you can write a prompt you can use Canva Code. Discover the power of combining coding with creativity in this hands-on session where teachers will gain insights into using Canva Code to create interactive, engaging activities for students like flashcards, study guides, games, review activities, card sorting, interactive rubrics, and more.
Janice Wintermyer spent 15 years in the classroom as an ELA teacher and an Instructional Coach for Technology. She loves helping teachers discover how to meaningfully integrate educational technology tools into their classrooms. Janice is passionate about empowering students to shift... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT Room E8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Creativity in the Age of AI session 2: A continuation of session 1, this time focusing on art and style in image generation. Session can be taken stand alone or as part of the series. A participant taking all 3 sessions will leave with a multimedia project showing how AI can foster and enhance creativity and storytelling in students.
I've got thirty years in the tank as a teacher, with 26 of them spent in the SVSD school district at the middle school level. I’m a word girl, not particularly tech-savvy. I may not be great at many STEM-related things or spatial tasks like making seating charts, putting together... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT Room A8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
This workshop explores the benefit of learning progressions in the classroom. This workshops aligns with work on assessment, student motivation, inclusion, Universal Design for Learning, and instructional design.
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
In this session, we’ll explore advanced strategies for using Edpuzzle to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners. Learn how to leverage features like video notes, audio narration, closed captions, and self-paced learning to reduce barriers and offer students choice in how they engage with content. Walk away with templates and lesson ideas you can use tomorrow.
Discover how to introduce generative AI in an age-appropriate way with this hands-on class designed for elementary educators. You’ll explore acceptable uses of AI, learn how to teach effective prompt writing, and use tools like Canva’s image generator and Padlet to boost student creativity and engagement. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas and examples that help students build critical thinking and communication skills through interactive, visual learning.
Hi! I am Sami Suttle and teach second grade at Opstad. I have been teaching in the district for 4 years. I grew up in North Bend and went to Opstad, Twin Falls, and Mount Si! I am so grateful to be apart of this community and can't wait to teach everyone and hope you all learn new... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT Room C8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
This step-by-step, hands-on course will guide you on how to integrate your ActivPanel into daily classroom instruction. You’ll explore educational apps, learn to integrate existing classroom devices, and master the use of Promethean hardware. You'll be introduced to our lesson delivery software, Explain Everything or ActivInspire, so you are equipped to create interactive and engaging lessons for your students
SVSD Buildings with a V7 Panel: CVES, FCES, OES, SES, TFMS, CKMS, PPP
Participants will learn 3-5 AI tools for scaffolding curriculum specifically for MLL students, including using Brisk to scaffold materials in home languages, Microsoft Reading Coach for scaffolding difficult texts, and other tools to be determined. Liz Steiner and I will teach this course through the lens of one of her courses, so we will teach specific "how to's" on using the tools and then apply them in real time to a mini-lesson. There will be time for a Q&A and for teachers to try out the tools as well.
This workshop explores the ways Artificial Intelligence has changed the assessment process, both the positive and the negative, to provide strategies that both harness the power of AI and minimize the negative impact it can have on student learning.
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Creativity in the Age of AI session 3: A continuation of session 2, this time focusing on video production. Session can be taken stand alone or as part of the series. A participant taking all 3 sessions will leave with a multimedia project showing how AI can foster and enhance creativity and storytelling in students.
I've got thirty years in the tank as a teacher, with 26 of them spent in the SVSD school district at the middle school level. I’m a word girl, not particularly tech-savvy. I may not be great at many STEM-related things or spatial tasks like making seating charts, putting together... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am PDT Room A8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Give students the mic! This session focuses on how to use Edpuzzle to promote student voice, reflection, and ownership of learning. Learn how to create assignments that allow students to make their own Edpuzzles—a powerful way to assess understanding, foster creativity, and build inclusive classroom communities. We’ll connect this practice to UDL by emphasizing engagement and expression from every learner.
Feeling buried under lesson plans, quizzes, and endless grading? Same. That’s why you need to meet BRISK—your new AI sidekick that doesn’t steal your pens or forget the copier code. In this session, I’ll show you how BRISK, a magical little Chrome extension, can whip up lesson plans, auto-generate quizzes, and even help with student feedback faster than you can say ‘formative assessment.’ If you've ever dreamed of cloning yourself to get it all done—this might be the next best thing (and it's way cheaper).
This BLAST session is for middle school World History and US History teachers who would like to spend time exploring the new Savvas platform, customizing assessments and planning for the new curriculum's implementation.
Discover practical, research-based strategies to de-escalate challenging behaviors and boost student engagement in this interactive course. This session explores proactive approaches to creating a supportive classroom environment, strengthening relationships, and promoting positive behavior. Walk away with tools you can use immediately to increase student focus, reduce disruptions, and build a more connected, responsive learning community.
This step-by-step, hands-on course will guide you on how to integrate your ActivPanel into daily classroom instruction. You’ll explore educational apps, learn to integrate existing classroom devices, and master the use of Promethean hardware. You'll be introduced to our lesson delivery software, Explain Everything or ActivInspire, so you are equipped to create interactive and engaging lessons for your students
Imagine being able to effortlessly brainstorm creative activities, new assessment ideas, and save time while creating unit plans from start to finish in one space. With Canva's new Visual Suite 2.0, Magic Write, Polls & Quizzes, whiteboards, and other AI tools, you can!
Janice Wintermyer spent 15 years in the classroom as an ELA teacher and an Instructional Coach for Technology. She loves helping teachers discover how to meaningfully integrate educational technology tools into their classrooms. Janice is passionate about empowering students to shift... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am PDT Room E8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Deepfakes. Misinformation. Algorithms. Our world is saturated with media and information. How do we know when the information we encounter is accurate? Gone are the days of "Does the website have ads?" and "Is it a .org?" as parameters. In this session we will look at new strategies students can use in their academic work and personal lives to determine "is this source reliable?"
This step-by-step, hands-on course will introduce you to the advanced tools and capabilities of ActivPanel. Dive deeper into apps that transform your classroom into an engaging space that promotes learning. Learn how to incorporate classroom devices, Promethean software, and any other current curriculum.
Looking for a new way to jazz up your presentations? Adobe Express allows you to easily turn your voice into animated characters, making storytelling and presentations more engaging. Plus, you'll learn how to create stunning videos with no prior experience needed. Best of all, you'll gain skills that your students can use to demonstrate their understanding of concepts and as a formative assessment tool. Perfect for elementary teachers, but equally valuable for higher grades, this session promises to be both fun and enlightening. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your teaching toolkit and engage your students like never before!
Hello! My name is Wendy Pynn, and I have been a part of SVSD since my own first day of Kindergarten at Snoqualmie Elementary School. After college, I taught several different grade levels ranging from 1st-4th grade. I am currently the Elementary 2 Teacher (1st/2nd grade split) at... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm PDT Room A8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Introduce teachers to Canva’s classroom-friendly tools (including AI). Explore how to quickly create visual and interactive learning materials. Give hands-on experience designing a resource they can use tomorrow.
This is my 4th year at CVES. I taught 3rd grade for one year and this will be my third year being a 4th grade teacher. I love learning new tech ideas and have been excited about incorporating AI in the classroom.
This BLAST session is for middle school World History and US History teachers who would like to spend time exploring the new Savvas platform, customizing assessments and planning for the new curriculum's implementation.
Brisk is a time-saving teacher tool that evaluates student material and creates teacher material. The student feedback is clear and actionable, making it easy for you to support your student in their areas of growth. As a teacher, you can also create quizzes, word problems, text materials, and more to support your instruction at a variety of student levels.
This workshop explores how to redesign assessments to better inform students about the learning progress, build ownership over learning, and foster student motivation. This workshop aligns with work around inclusion, Universal Design for Learning, assessment & grading practices, and common formative assessments
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
This hands-on beginner session will introduce you to the basics of using Edpuzzle to transform any video into an interactive learning experience. You'll learn how to find, edit, and assign videos with built-in questions and accessibility features that support all learners. We’ll explore how Edpuzzle aligns with UDL principles by offering multiple means of engagement and representation.
This BLAST session is for middle school World History and US History teachers who would like to spend time exploring the new Savvas platform, customizing assessments and planning for the new curriculum's implementation.
Do you want to save time and have a personal assistant right at your fingertips? Then you will love Canva’s new AI tools! Explore Canva AI, including Magic Design and Magic Write, to enhance lessons. From formative snapshots, summative evaluations, interactive challenges, and project-based learning, learn how Canva's AI features boost assessment strategies, foster engagement, and offer meaningful student feedback.
Janice Wintermyer spent 15 years in the classroom as an ELA teacher and an Instructional Coach for Technology. She loves helping teachers discover how to meaningfully integrate educational technology tools into their classrooms. Janice is passionate about empowering students to shift... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT Room E8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
The Adobe Express Suite has a ton of powerful generative AI tools built into this free multi platform application. For example, the new “Text to Template” tool uses the power of the Adobe stock library to generate beautiful graphics with editable text and graphic layers. This session will demonstrate how to use these tools and ways to integrate them into your curriculum.
This step-by-step, hands-on course will introduce you to the advanced tools and capabilities of ActivPanel. Dive deeper into apps that transform your classroom into an engaging space that promotes learning. Learn how to incorporate classroom devices, Promethean software, and any other current curriculum.
SVSD Buildings with a V7 Panel: CVES, FCES, OES, SES, TFMS, CKMS, PPP
This session is designed to support the implementation of Universal Design for Learning principals by leveraging specific elements of Artificial Intelligence for better personalization and differentiation of learning. Aligns well with work on inclusion and Universal Design for Learning
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
In this hands-on workshop, we will explore how to use Canva’s new Sheets to create compelling charts, infographics, and use a variety of templates to bring your spreadsheets to life. We’ll explore how to use data to drive instruction, differentiate, and create engaging materials and activities all in one place. You’ll also walk away with ways Sheets can streamline you workflows for grading, parent communication, and more.
Janice Wintermyer spent 15 years in the classroom as an ELA teacher and an Instructional Coach for Technology. She loves helping teachers discover how to meaningfully integrate educational technology tools into their classrooms. Janice is passionate about empowering students to shift... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm PDT Room E8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
No one wants students to turn in work that they have copy and pasted from Chat GPT. But how do we prevent this from happening? Let’s reimagine our existing assessments by adding layers of copy/paste resistance. In this session, we will look specifically at video as a layer of resistance. How can we get students creating short form video (AKA, tiktok style videos) and long form video essays to engage them in learning and prevent copy/paste submissions?
In this session, we’ll explore advanced strategies for using Edpuzzle to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners. Learn how to leverage features like video notes, audio narration, closed captions, and self-paced learning to reduce barriers and offer students choice in how they engage with content. Walk away with templates and lesson ideas you can use tomorrow.
Discover how to introduce generative AI in an age-appropriate way with this hands-on class designed for elementary educators. You’ll explore acceptable uses of AI, learn how to teach effective prompt writing, and use tools like Canva’s image generator and Padlet to boost student creativity and engagement. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas and examples that help students build critical thinking and communication skills through interactive, visual learning.
It feels harder than ever to get students to read these days - social media, cell phones, omnipresent technology, loss of student attention and stamina. What if we could change our approach to reading to re-center reading for pleasure and reading by building engagement and background knowledge? And what if technology could become a tool that we leverage in the process rather than an obstacle or impediment? What if kids started to want to read again? Wouldn't that be a joy and a relief for them and for us?
I have been teaching high school English/Language Arts for 27 years, 18 in the Chicago suburbs and the last 9 at MSHS. During that time, I've taught all secondary grades and levels, 9-12, regular, honors, and AP. I've also sponsored digital publications and worked as a problem-based... Read More →
This step-by-step, hands-on course will introduce you to the advanced tools and capabilities of ActivPanel. Dive deeper into apps that transform your classroom into an engaging space that promotes learning. Learn how to incorporate classroom devices, Promethean software, and any other current curriculum.
This workshop explores the ways Artificial Intelligence has changed the assessment process, both the positive and the negative, to provide strategies that both harness the power of AI and minimize the negative impact it can have on student learning. Aligns well with work on AI, assessment, and student motivation.
Innovative Learning Coach, Sunnyside School District
Tyler Rablin is an award-winning instructional coach and former ELA teacher for Sunnyside School District in Sunnyside, WA. He is also the owner of Tyler Rablin Consulting, is the author of Hacking Student Motivation from Times 10 Publications, and has been a featured speaker and... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT Room F8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Looking to strengthen your communication with families—but not sure where to start? This practical session is designed for school staff who want to make their messages clearer, more consistent, and more inclusive. We’ll cover: • ✍️ Tips for writing messages that are easy to read and parent-friendly • 🕒 Simple strategies for choosing the right time to communicate • 🧠 A quick look at how AI tools can support your writing process • ♿ Ways to improve accessibility and reach more families • 🎨 A walkthrough of district branding resources and how to use them well
Whether you write daily updates or occasional reminders, you’ll leave with a few new ideas and tools you can apply right away—without adding to your to-do list.
Chief Communication Officer, Snoqualmie Valley School District
Conor Laffey is a communication professional spanning over 15 years. His journey began in collegiate athletics, where he honed his skills and passion for effective public relations. His dedication led him to a pivotal role as the Communication Director for the Washington Interscholastic... Read More →
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT Room A8651 Meadowbrook Way SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Give students the mic! This session focuses on how to use Edpuzzle to promote student voice, reflection, and ownership of learning. Learn how to create assignments that allow students to make their own Edpuzzles—a powerful way to assess understanding, foster creativity, and build inclusive classroom communities. We’ll connect this practice to UDL by emphasizing engagement and expression from every learner.
