MACE: Full Schedule

8:00am CST

Registration Booth Open

MACE Registration Booths are open all day. Attendees and speakers should check-in to receive their name tag, conference book, and information.

Sponsors

MACE Conference

Thursday March 5, 2020 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Alumni Center Ground Floor

MACE Activity

9:00am CST

What's New From Apple

Learn about the latest education tools and resources from Apple. Discover new iPadOS and macOS features for education. Learn how Apple School Manager can simplify and streamline deployment. And see how the Classroom app makes it easy to guide how students use devices and apps in the classroom.

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

Apple

9:00am CST

MACE Playground

The Playground will allow participants to get hands-on experience with robots and other EdTech tools for all levels, K-12. This is all about play time, so come fly a drone, take Sphero for a spin, guide Ozobot through a maze, code with Dash, put your skills to the test with a Lego Sumo Bot or a VEX Robot. Additional robots and classroom resources will be available. You are invited, whether you are an expert willing to add to the conversation or you are just starting with robots.

Technology Lessons and Resources for MACE Technology Playground: http://bit.ly/TechPlaygroundiBook
Lego Robot Student Edition for MACE Technology Playground: http://bit.ly/legoroboticsstudent
Lego Robot Teacher Edition for MACE Technology Playground: http://bit.ly/legoroboticsteacher

Speakers

Tanya Szanto

Math & Tech Teacher, and Tech Integration, USD 352

Jessica Leiker

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

MACE Activity

9:00am CST

3D Printing in Schools

Let’s talk about what it’s like to 3D print in the classroom! In the last decade, desktop 3D printers have become a part of life for thousands of businesses and schools - with varying degrees of success. In the session, we’ll discuss 3D printers and how teachers and students have used them in projects. Attendees will be encouraged to share tips, challenges, and classroom management tricks. We’ll also talk about incredible student projects from schools in Kansas and around the US!

Speakers

Drew Wallis

NWA3D

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

Vendor

9:00am CST

Becoming Ms. Frizzle - An Introduction to Classroom Virtual Reality

You may not have the hair and the bus, but with virtual reality, you can still transport your students to far away lands and deep inside the human body with the press of a button! We all know it can be hard to get students to buy into your subject matter and visualize something they have never worked on or seen before. In this session, we will show you some of the various Virtual Reality tools and setups teachers can utilize in the classroom to immerse their students in the content they are teaching, catching students' attentions and drastically increasing their willingness to learn!

Speakers

Casey Schunn

Account Executive, Twotrees Technologies, LLC

Twotrees Technologies, LLC provides technology solutions for K-12 customers. By working in the education technology industry for over 35 years, Twotrees has solutions for the entire breadth of technology needs a school may have. From Chromebooks, Charging Carts, and Interactive Whiteboards... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

Vendor

9:00am CST

CoderZ - Virtual Robotics Coding Made Easy

CoderZ is an innovative and fun learning platform for students worldwide to engage in robotics, computer science, and STEM to foster 21st century skills. Using simulated 3D virtual cyber robots, students learn Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics while engaging in challenging tiered missions that develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and an appreciation for technology. Teacher tools, curriculum, solutions, training and online help capabilities, enable teacher of all experience levels to
introduce Robotics, STEM and Computer Science to their classroom.

Speakers

DEPCO

Kansas Educational Consultant, DEPCO

DEPCO

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Big 12

Vendor

9:00am CST

FileWave 101 Overview: Streamline multi-platform device management within a single solution.

FileWave Account Manager, Jon Shuler, will share a basic overview of how FileWave has been simplifying Endpoint Management since 1992. FileWave is a leader in the market, providing education, enterprise, and government institutions around the world with enterprise level, multi-platform systems, and mobile endpoint management assisting IT teams throughout the lifecycle process of imaging/provisioning, deployment, maintenance, inventory, reporting & tracking. FileWave’s all-inclusive, highly scalable software solves the many challenges of managing a diverse and growing population of users, devices, and content by ensuring IT teams have a comprehensive solution that supports both clients (desktops/laptops) and MDM across Windows, Mac, iOS, Android & ChromeOS.

Speakers

Jon Shuler

Account Executive, Filewave

FileWave enables districts throughout the U.S. to manage their Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Chromebook devices. Filewave enhances IT team's abilities to control their technology while minimizing end-user's downtime. Our all-in-one interface includes: imaging, patented file-level... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 207

Vendor

9:00am CST

Integrating Instructional Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality (VR/AR) into your Classroom

Are you looking for some hands-on learning? zSpace combines elements of AR and VR to create lifelike experiences that are immersive and interactive. RTI & zSpace will do a hands-on demonstration of the various applications & software that are provided. We will work with you to customize a zSpace classroom, lab, media center or makerspace that fits the learning needs of your teachers and students.

zSpace applications engage students in standards-based learning experiences that align with the curriculum. Students construct knowledge and understanding of concepts across multiple curriculum areas with a strong focus on STEM subjects. Attend this session to learn more on zSpace & RTI's capabilities, as well as to do a live hands-on demo!

Speakers

Riverside Technologies Inc. (RTI)

Riverside Technologies (RTI)

Riverside Technologies, Inc. (RTI) is an IT service provider specializing in managed services, IT hardware, warehouse services, and technology deployment. We understand your challenges, develop creative solutions, and provide unmatched responsiveness. Nationwide, we service corporate... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 226

Vendor

9:00am CST

Listening Leads To Learning For Both Students & Teachers

Hearing is the primary channel by which students learn in the classroom. Students need to be able to hear from each other, from the teacher, and from media sources during classtime. Discover how instructional audio solutions can increase student engagement and improve teacher connection and productivity.

Speakers

Tony Zeikle

Vice President, Lightspeed Technologies

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

Vendor

9:00am CST

Students Win when Public Libraries and Schools Partner

Discover how districts and schools can benefit from library/school sharing. The Sora student reading app’s groundbreaking built-in public library access opens a world of new reading possibilities to students, enabling access to a selection of ebooks and audiobooks far greater than any one school could collect on its own. And find out how educators can leverage the public library’s collection in conjunction with Sora’s reading stats tracking capabilities to better serve their students.

Speakers

OverDrive

OverDrive Education is the leading global digital reading platform for K-12, offering the industry’s largest catalog of ebooks, audiobooks and streaming video. As a 100% digital company serving 23,000+ schools worldwide, OverDrive combines the technology you need with the content... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

Vendor

9:00am CST

Teach a Girl to Code and She'll Change the World

At Girls Who Code, we believe that all girls are capable of making a positive impact on the world through computer science. That's why we're leading the movement to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. To close this gap, we must teach girls not only how to positively impact their community through code, but also how to be brave and resilient -- which has enormous impact on how they approach challenges and whether they stick with coding in the years to come. Since its inception in 2012, Girls Who Code has been leading this movement. The international organization has reached nearly 185,000 young girls, who are choosing to major in CS and related fields at 15 times the national average; and in Kansas Girls Who Code's reach spans from Dodge City to Kansas City!
Join Claudia Hampton, Associate of Community Partnerships & Outreach at Girls Who Code, for a talk about embracing the challenge to close the gender gap in technology by inspiring and equipping girls in your community with the computing skills, bravery, and resilience they need to succeed in the 21st century. Together, you will discuss how to join the movement for gender parity in your own schools, libraries, and community centers, participate in hands-on activities that you can walk away with, and engage in a design thinking activity to help you bring code and digital equity to your community.

Speakers

Claudia Vazquez Hampton

Associate, Community Partnerships & Outreach, Girls Who Code

Associate, Community Partnerships & Outreach

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Bluemont

Vendor

9:00am CST

Transforming Learning One Lesson at a Time

In this session, you will leave feeling ready to transform your classroom with Nearpod. You will learn about navigating the platform, best pedagogical practices using Nearpod, and an understanding of how to add and use interactive activities. In developing this fluency, you’ll be able to comfortably utilize Nearpod in a variety of classroom contexts. This is the first step to becoming a Nearpod Certified Educator(NCE). Once becoming a NCE, you will be able to connect with other Nearpod Certified Educators around the world, grow as an Ed Tech leader and receive extra support and resources from Nearpod.

Speakers

Julie Cobb

Product Trainer, Nearpod

@julie_cobbJulie Cobb is a Manager on the Nearpod Professional Services team, leading high-quality implementation and training consultations for Nearpod School and District partners across the United States. She has her Bachelors in Education of the Hearing Impaired and her Masters... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 206

Vendor

9:00am CST

Unlock the Full Potential of Digital Learning

Making the most of digital learning requires 1) knowing what tools you own; 2) being able to access them anytime, anywhere; and 3) intelligent analytics to maximize their use and minimize their costs.

Speakers

Jerri Kemble

National Academic Advisor, Classlink

Digital Day One! One click to all your digital resources. Automate rostering and identity management. Know what you have and whether it is being used!

Thursday March 5, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

Vendor

10:00am CST

Keynote: Building Future Ready Kids

Join me for this discussion about the world that if heading straight toward our kids and the many amazing tools and resources we have to help us help them get ready for huge success in that world!

Speakers

Kevin Honeycutt

Kevin Honeycutt is a technology integrationist and a staff developer from Central Kansas. He spent 13 years teaching K-12 art and now travels the country and the world sharing ideas with educators. His website kevinhoneycutt.org is a valued treasure house of resources for educators... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 10:00am - 11:30am CST
KSU Union Forum Hall

Keynote & Spotlight

11:30am CST

Lunch

Please enter via the serving line in the KSU Union Cottonwood Room on the 2nd Floor.

Sponsors

MACE Conference

Thursday March 5, 2020 11:30am - 12:30pm CST
KSU Union Grand Ballroom

MACE Activity

12:45pm CST

Active Learning

Listen to students share their active learning journey experience in a different way than whole classroom PBL or traditional learning. Our PBL Academy is currently in year 3 and the students speaking have been on the ride since day one. The mission of the PBL Academy is to strive for active individual learning in a space designed for organized chaos and messiness. We will walk you through the trials and triumphs on starting a PBL environment, a school within a school. Our environment provides opportunities for students at all levels of learning to dive deeper into their learning targets using a framework for proposals and presentations. The practical application of abstract academic concepts that prepare students for workplace values is demonstrated through their projects. Students learn empathy, passion, compassion, and resilience through the process of presentations.

Speakers

Tuanua Swartz

Technology Coach, USD 361 Chaparral Schools

I have worked in education for 25+ years. I still get giddy when planning new ideas. Four years ago, we implemented a PBL Academy into our 7-12th grade classes. At the current time, the program is successfully growing. In the district, I wear several hats to keep me busy. I enjoy... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 227

12:45pm CST

Pace, Place, Path, Time: Tech Tools for Blended Learning

Blended learning is not about the technology, it is about instructional design. Currently in its fourth year of blended learning implementation, Seaman USD 345 has explored a variety of tools for blending in-person and online instruction in our K-12 classrooms. Come join this session to discover tech tools and tricks for making the instructional shift to blended learning. From Google Apps to free online programs, a variety of tools that can support blended environments will be embedded throughout the session. Participants will leave with access to resources they can take back to their own classrooms to enhance or begin their own blended learning journey.

Speakers

Megan Nussbaum

Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Seaman USD 345

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

12:45pm CST

Pear Deck Presents Student Engagement

As students gain additional access to devices, we as teachers need to work to leverage these devices to create the best learning opportunities. Whether you teach Kindergarten or AP Biology, in Wichita or Healy, using Google or Microsoft, Pear Deck can help! We'll review best practices, instructional strategies, and student examples as well as have fun and participate in some awesome giveaways! Let's learn together and create an active learning environment for all students.

Speakers

Daniel Klaassen

5/6 Science, Rossville Grade School

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

12:45pm CST

Quizizz, Quizlet Live, and Socrative!: Creating Fun and Effective Formative Assessment

As educators, we know the value of data. It shapes the way we plan lessons and how we reach students of all abilities. We also know the anxiety and resentment it brings to many of our students.
Acadience (formerly DIBELS), MAPS, State Assessments, and unit tests (to name a few) are a large part of our students' lives, for better or worse.
However, Quizizz, Quizlet Live, and Socrative provide meaningful feedback to educators in a way that entices and excites students of all ages. My students beg for these!
Socrative gives teachers instant access to student learning through quick questions (such as multiple-choice, true/false, and short answer) as well as a ready-to-go exit ticket. These tools can be used as-is or with minor modifications and need little to no preparation.
Quizizz allows teachers to remove the time restrictions of Kahoot! while students still learn and compete against themselves and one another.
Quizlet Live provides a team building experience where students compete as a group of 3-4 students while they learn and review terms and ideas.

Speakers

Matt Argubright

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

12:45pm CST

Spark Student Interest With An Interactive Scavenger Hunt or Breakout Challenge

Are you looking for a way to engage your students and have them collaborate on a learning task, use interactive tech tools, and celebrate their ultimate success in a new and fun way? This session will teach you how to use record multimedia clues and turn them into QR codes for a groovy Breakout challenge. You will learn how to create these QR code clues using Snapchat, personalized Memes, and original GIFs. Students love the fun and personalized clues on their adventure to ultimately solving their Breakout challenge.

Speakers

Elizabeth Burke

9-12 Library Media Specialist, Salina South High School

I have been a library media specialist at Salina South High School for seven years. Prior to becoming a LMS, I was a social studies teacher at South High for ten years. I love trying new tech tools and strive to be a life-long learner. I also believe in working smarter not harder... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 206

12:45pm CST

Apple Creativity Lab

Limited Capacity full

Join Apple Education for an immersive learning experience  at MACE 2020 as we explore and share new ways to  raise the bar for what’s possible in teaching and learning. Everyone is born full of creativity. And nurturing that creativity  is critical for communicating ideas, solving problems, and making a positive impact on the world. Come unleash your creativity, and discover what’s possible only with iPad. In our interactive classroom, you’ll explore drawing, video, music, and augmented reality. You’ll get hands on with fun activities, then take your projects home to share with peers. You’ll also have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with  Apple Education representatives to learn more about  leading new learning initiatives in your school or district.

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

Apple

12:45pm CST

I Can Teach Coding?

Sure you can! During this session, I will give you ideas and lots of different website options to help you incorporate different types of coding into your classroom and with your other subjects - all for FREE and for different grade levels. Our school starts basic concepts in Kindergarten - 5th grades with more advanced computer science concepts in middle school.

Speakers

Valerie Rohlman

IT Coordinator/K-8 Computer teacher, St. Patrick Catholic School

I currently teach computer applications and Digital Citizenship to grades K-8. I am also the technology go-to person for our teachers to help with projects, troubleshooting, etc. Our school also uses G Suite for Education and I am the administrator for our school.

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Bluemont

Coding

12:45pm CST

Going Paperless...in Math!

Using Eureka Math to create a paperless classroom in Math Class. How I integrated the Eureka Math Curriculum and the Google Suite to transform my classroom into a totally paperless classroom.

Speakers

Devin Maxwell

6th Grade Math Teacher, Halstead Middle School

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room

Google

12:45pm CST

I Can Do WHAT With Google Slides?

Want to use Google Slides but not really into the same old slideshow routine? Learn about ways to use Google Slides to create engaging and interactive content with students. This is not your old-time slideshow routine!!

Speakers

Grail Ramirez

Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist, Topeka Public Schools

I am a district-level Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist. I am certified as a Google Trainer, CK-12 Coach, PearDeck Coach, Flipgrid Teacher, Seesaw Ambassador, Wakelet Coach, Apple Learning Specialist, Microsoft Trainer, and Adobe Certified Expert/Trainer. I work a lot with... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Big 12

Google

12:45pm CST

Let’s Learn with Google!

Did you know Google has a whole other side to it? A hidden gem that provides lessons on utilizing Google tools together to create projects called Applied Digital Curriculum? Or that you can can use interactive games to teach your students to “Be Internet Awesome”? And the “withGoogle” sites have an astounding numbers of games, projects, and experiments for just about every subject that relies heavily on Google’s experimentation and expertise in machine learning and artificial intelligence. This is just scratching the surface. Join me on a guided tour with time to experience these tools.

Speakers

Jacqueline Coleman

Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, Atchison Public Schools

Hello! My name is Jacque Coleman. I am an educator of 35 years. Currently, I am the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in a Kansas school district of about 1,800 students. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of teaching third through ninth grades with the... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 226

Google

12:45pm CST

Journaling through Google Sites

In this session, we will explore how substituting Google Sites for a traditional journal is a great way to incorporate technology into the classroom. It’s also an easier mechanism to share students' class work with parents to keep up with what’s happening in our unit. We will take time to work through how you could use google sites in your classroom.

Speakers

Blake Mayer

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

Language Arts

12:45pm CST

Visual Literacy

How to include graphic novels, political cartoons, picture books, and digital storytelling into everyday teaching.

Speakers

Ashley VanGilder

6th Grade Social Studies and Science

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 207

Language Arts

12:45pm CST

MACE Playground

Speakers

Jessica Leiker

Tanya Szanto

Math & Tech Teacher, and Tech Integration, USD 352

Thursday March 5, 2020 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

MACE Activity

1:45pm CST

Creating Awesome Sauce Videos to Increase Engagement

Learn 30-plus creative ways to create awesome videos for both student and professional learning. You'll walk away with a ton of tools to hook students with epic videos, engage them with individualized instruction and inform your school community of the epic things taking place at your school.

Speakers

Josh Stock

6th Grade Literacy Teacher, Santa Fe Trail Middle School

https://mrstockrocks.com. Josh loves getting great books into the hands of kids who want to read them. Over the past five years he has given away over 4000 used books and 2000 new books to kids across the district.Josh was selected as one of the National School Board Association’s... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

1:45pm CST

Doing More with More: Kansas Corporation Commission Energy Division

Doing more with less is so yesterday. The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) Energy Division is committed to providing free energy-related resources to K-12 teachers in the State of Kansas. Through a partnership with K-State’s Engineering Extension Department, KCC provides access to thermal imaging cameras, light meters, ultrasonic leak detectors, and other technologies used by energy professionals. The Kansas Energy Program also provides energy presentations to K-12 classrooms throughout Kansas. The MACE 2020 Keynote Speaker, Kevin Honeycutt, has the following quote on his website: “Play is where ideas audition for a part in mind's production of UNDERSTANDING.” KCC and the Kansas Energy Program put this quote into action through the creation of portable energy-themed break out rooms (escape rooms) that are available to K-12 educators. Attend this presentation to learn how these, and many other resources, can help you do more energy-related activities in the classroom.

Speakers

David Carter

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

1:45pm CST

How to Gather (and Use!) Student Feedback Data Effectively

It can be an extremely vulnerable process to receive student feedback on their experiences in your classroom. From “I hate this class and nothing will change that!” to “I love this class, but…” it can be a rollercoaster of emotions simply to try to become a better teacher. How do we use technology to respect student input while maintaining our sanity? This session will provide tips for purposefully gathering feedback with specific data gathering tools, setting up emotional boundaries in the review process, and doing our best to be honestly reflective.

Speakers

Andrea Marshbank

9th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, Seaman High School

I teach things, read things, and write things. My email is andreamarshbank@gmail.com.

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room

1:45pm CST

Increase Student Engagement With Kahoot!

Do you Kahoot? Learn how to bring this fun and engaging game-based platform to your students to review any variety of subjects using multiple choice quizzes. Kahoot makes it easy to use their existing quizzes or create one of your own. Set the stage for student engagement with Kahoot!

Speakers

Erica Dryden

Teacher, USD 271 Stockton

I have been teaching for 25 years in grades 3rd-8th. I currently teach 4th-6th grade ELA and Science at Stockton Grade School.

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

1:45pm CST

Programming Blocks for Small Hands

KIBO Robotics offers durable programming opportunities for small hands by programming a robot through blocks that contain codes to navigate sensors of sight, light and sound. This durable robot can move about the room with ease and programming without additional equipment or devices. Students can explore many concepts of math, science and Language Arts with their KIBO Robot.

Speakers

Teresa Morgan

Gifted Educator, CCSD

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 226

1:45pm CST

Redesigning our School to Meet the Needs of all Students

Wellington High School is now in their 2nd year of redesign with the state. Last year we incorporated a new online platform (Summit Learning) that addresses personalized blended learning, mentoring, and project based learning. In addition to the platform this year we have moved to a flex-mod schedule that through Infinite Campus and student badges allows students to move throughout their day to choose where, when, and how long they visit a teacher. This offers flexibility and more of a student directed approach. In this session we will briefly cover how the online platform of Summit Learning addresses our school vision and cover how we operate the flex mod schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays using sheets in google and the scanning procedures.

Speakers

Stephanie Smith

Assistant Principal, Wellington High School

I am a former Middle School Math teacher and Elementary Principal before moving into the High School Assistant Principal position. I have been part of the redesign developments at both the Elementary and High School level.

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Big 12

1:45pm CST

World of...Classcraft!

Healers, Mages, and Warriors, oh my! In this session, you will learn the basics of this popular and relatively new program that allows teachers to bring the world of gaming into the classroom! Kids love gaming, and in a Classcraft classroom they can create their own character, use powerful magic spells, and even train their own digital pet. This program is great for simple classroom management, to promote cooperative working habits, or for your entire curriculum and unit plans! Come find out how Classcraft can help to shape your classroom immediately!

Speakers

Ryan Miller

Classroom Teacher, Auburn Washburn USD 437

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 206

1:45pm CST

3D Printing, Modeling, and Scanning for any Budget

With budget constraints in every school I hope to show you a number of amazing things your school can do with limited funds. Using affordable 3D scanners, and low cost 3D printers it is possible to turn nearly anything you can think of into a printable file. I will teach you what programs you need, and the steps to make miniature models, allowing you to 3D print them as well. The presentation will include demonstrations of everything mentioned above, and a basic guide to get you started.

Anyone with basic computer skills, and an interest in 3D printing/scanning/modeling is more than welcome to come.

Speakers

Dustin McBride

Middle School STEM teacher, Holton Public Schools

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

3D Printing

1:45pm CST

Apple Creativity Lab

Limited Capacity filling up

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

Apple

1:45pm CST

Creating Digital Books with Google Slides

Give your students the ability to become the author of their very own book with Google Slides! Google Slides allows teachers to put their students in the author’s chair when it comes to creating their own digital book. Creating digital books can be a great way to not only digitize their story but also be another way for a student to demonstrate knowledge of a topic. Google Slides allows for students to create from scratch using their own images or drawings as well as utilizing the built in Google Image Search. In this session, you will learn how to use Google Slides to create a digital book and then how to share it.

Speakers

Kaitlin Jones

Technology Integration Specialist, Prairie View USD 362

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 227

Google

1:45pm CST

Inquiry Based Learning Loves Google

Encouraging varied opportunities is key to a successful inquiry project. Unfortunately, the facilitator/teacher can become lost in the myriad details required of such a creative endeavor. Technology transforms a disorganized activity into a purposeful one. Come discover how Google sites, slides, documents, and keep notes combine, freeing students to work independently yet with consistent, clear management.

Speakers

Amanda Porter

ELA Teacher, USD 465

How can an educator create a safe, supportive, and challenging environment?

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

Google

1:45pm CST

MACE Playground

Speakers

Jessica Leiker

Tanya Szanto

Math & Tech Teacher, and Tech Integration, USD 352

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

MACE Activity

1:45pm CST

Operationalizing Flexible Professional Learning: Get Your PL in Gear!

Discover and create practical ways to implement flexible and personalized PL environments that support ongoing teacher professional growth. Create PL structures that change HOW PL happens, empowering teachers to be learning leaders. Flexible PL encourages cross-curricular, cross grade-level sharing between novice and expert teachers for ongoing growth/leadership. The purpose of the session is to consider how traditional professional learning sessions with a trainer speaking from the front of the room while scrolling through slides do not meet the needs of the professionals who come with different skill sets, philosophies of education, and understandings of evidence-based best practices in instruction and technology integration. Designing sets of self-paced learning tasks that can be personalized by each attendee to meet his or her own needs is challenging. Knowledge gained in traditional PD settings often has a “knowing-doing gap” resulting in a lack of application in the classroom. As coaches, we knew Professional Development needed to shift to meaningful Professional Learning at our sites in order to become more personalized, flexible, and lead to application within classrooms. Learners at our session will explore how we’ve met that challenge, consider research on adult learning theory and alignment to the ISTE standards, before creating their own flexible professional learning opportunity that will more effectively meet the needs of adult learners at their own future trainings.

Speakers

Dr. Virginia Duncan

Instructional Coach, Garden City USD 457

Dr. Virginia Duncan has been an Instructional Coach since August 2011. Before coaching teachers full time, Ginny taught English, History, and Drama in CA. Ginny is passionate about helping teachers through their professional journey and transforming professional learning by implementing... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Bluemont

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story?

In the words of Hamilton, "Who lives, who dies, who tells your story?" Educators are connected now more than ever, and they've done it through Social Media. If you're not using Social Media in your classroom, or for your own professional growth WHY NOT? Come learn the ins and outs of social media, how to connect, and how to make it work FOR YOU so you can determine who lives, who dies, and who tells your story!

Speakers

Lucas Loughmiller

Director of Library and Instructional Media Services, Manhattan-Ogden USD 383

Lucas Loughmiller is the Director of Library and Instructional Media Services for the Manhattan-Ogden school district in Manhattan, KS. Lucas is a "triple threat"; a librarian, life long learner, and lover of technology. He's always seeking ways to bring iPads into the curriculum... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
KSU Union Room 207

Social Media

2:30pm CST

Break - Vendor Booths Open

Sponsors

MACE Conference

Thursday March 5, 2020 2:30pm - 3:00pm CST
Alumni Center Ground Floor

Vendor

3:00pm CST

Breaking Out of the Box with Digital Breakouts

We think outside of the box, so why would we teach inside of one? Learn how to create digital breakouts quickly and easily, using Google Forms. Experience a digital breakout, get helpful resources and apply design thinking to create a digital breakout with G Suite tools. Can you and your team work your way out of this Digital Breakout? Find out now! Preferred device: Chromebook or laptop

Speakers

Eric De La Rosa

Technology Integration Specialist, Bonner Springs/Edwardsville School District, USD204

Technology Integration Specialist in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Google Educator, Flipgrid/Wakelet, and consultant with Educational Collaborators. Help develop Wyandotte County's first ever #WyCoEdCamp. Presentations on state, regional and national levels, KSU (EdCat EdFest 2017), KASBO... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Bluemont

3:00pm CST

Do a Daily

Many schools are interested in learning how to start a video-based school announcement program. This session is designed to help school leaders understand the steps and issues of creating a school news program. We will be talking about who will run the show, what to put in the show, where to film (the set), how to do it, and when to air it.

Speakers

Louis DiLeonardo

Broadcast Journalism Teacher, Seaman High School

Louis DiLeonardo has been teaching Broadcast Journalism for 14 years. His students produce a daily news show and a monthly news magazine show. As a CTE teacher, he provides his students with the skills to further their careers as professionals.

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room

3:00pm CST

Tech Tools to Transition to More Blended Learning

Easy ways to transition lectures, notes, and activities, to a more student-led style of learning. We'll discuss nearpod, edpuzzle, google docs and other effective and efficient ways to transform your pre-existing lessons.

Speakers

Allie Lippe

Science Teacher, Seaman High School

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

3:00pm CST

Technology Transformation - De Soto School District

The De Soto School District has transformed their schools with the use of technology and with instructional coaches. In this presentation, district staff will share our process, from building technology teams; business partnerships with Apple, K12itc, Canvas, Cerner; hiring district instructional specialists for support; forming a student tech program, and more! Learn from us as we share our stories!

Speakers

Dr. Cindy Swartz

CTE Coordinator, USD 232

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

3:00pm CST

Unite your School Community with the House System

Based on Ron Clark Academy's House system, see how our K-5 building implemented a character education program that united our school. We will show you how to sort students into Houses, create memorable House challenges using STEAM, and foster relationships amongst staff and your entire student body. The House system has changed our school culture for the better!

Speakers

Cecily Day

3rd Grade Teacher

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 207

3:00pm CST

Apple Creativity Lab

Limited Capacity full

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

Apple

3:00pm CST

Become an App Developer with GSuite

I will show participants how to use the GlideApps website and Google Sheets to easily create webapps. We will also discuss how they can use this tool with their students.

Speakers

Travis True

Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools

Travis True is an accomplished professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and development, e-learning, and curriculum development. With a career that spans over 20 years and various roles, including Technology Integration Specialist/Instructional Designer at Topeka... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

Google

3:00pm CST

Google Earth in the Classroom

Google Earth isn’t just about geography. You can use it to trace Marco Polo’s journey through Asia, explore the architecture of Barcelona, measure how Alaska’s glaciers have receded, or create your own journey. Geospatial thinking has transformed our perceptions of the World around us. Let’s start exploring together!

Speakers

Jason Crist

Assistant Technology Director, USD 264 Clearwater Schools

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Big 12

Google

3:00pm CST

Google Slides Website

Do you have a class website but the only way you can edit it is from a computer? Using Google slides, create your own website that can be easily edited from any device. Have the convenience of updating in real time and everything housed in one document. Using links you will create a website atmosphere for users that is easily accessible. Come see how I have changed my classroom website this year and learn some Google Slides tricks!

Speakers

Kebra Panko

5th grade, Yates Center Elementary

Kebra is a 2nd grade teacher in Yates Center, KS. She received her master's degree in Instructional Design Technology from Emporia State University in 2016. Using technology with meaning and student relationships are just a few of her passions. She is a firm believer of never being... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 226

Google

3:00pm CST

Integrating Digital Citizenship Every Day

From online gaming to social media even our youngest students are making decisions that impact their digital footprint. What can we do as teachers to ensure that it’s a positive digital footprint? In this session, we will unpack the ISTE digital citizen standard. You will discover practical ways to integrate digital citizenship skills into your content standards. Tools we will be exploring include Twitter, Seesaw, Flipgrid, Common Sense Media, Nearpod, and more!

Speakers

Ariel Jankord

Instructional Coach, Spring Hill School District

In my teaching career, I have taught in three school districts and in several different grade levels, but found that I truly love empowering teachers. As an instructional coach I get to partner with teachers to increase student engagement and achievement in the classroom. I love all... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

Keynote & Spotlight

3:00pm CST

Create Your Own Textbook!

Have you ever been frustrated with the lack of choice in textbooks for your content area? With technology, you can easily create and share your own textbook with students! This session will focus on textbook creation in the English/Language Arts field, but the information could be applicable to anyone who pulls resources together to supplement the class textbook.

Speakers

Kristina Castillo

Teacher/Adviser/Sponsor, Sabetha High School

I am a veteran teacher who still loves teaching and kids! I like to use technology to encourage more creativity and creation from my students.

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 227

Language Arts

3:00pm CST

iREAL Academy: Innovate & Redesign to Empower All Learners!

Not seeing the impact you envisioned with your 1:1 initiative or technology resources? Do teachers struggle to effectively integrate technology in the classroom? You are not alone! Atchison Public Schools knows the struggle is real and has implemented a plan to support teachers on their instructional journey with technology - the iREAL Academy. The iREAL Academy is a year-long professional development opportunity to help teachers have the knowledge and skills to empower students to be self-directed learners who are creative, collaborative, and critical thinkers and can communicate in our ever changing world. Join our team as we share our successes and lessons learned, as well as, resources from our first year. Learn about our tech lesson cycle, experiences in the classroom, and find out our plans for Years 2 and 3.

Speakers

Lindsey Hansen

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 206

Professional Development

3:00pm CST

Give Them Something to TECH About

In this session, learn how students can use 'social media' look alike tools to show evidence of meeting learning targets and standards. How can popular social tools be embraced but create the learning outcomes needed? This session will explore that notion using many resources that might already be part of the classroom: PowerPoint, Drawing, Slides, Adobe Spark EDU & more.

Speakers

Tana Ruder

Technology Integration Specialist, Wichita Public School

I am the proud mother to an amazing 12 errr almost 15 year old. Discovery ID is my favorite network. Stand-up comedians & The Great British Bake Off are my Netflix binges. I love exploring the WHY & then helping with the HOW by filling teacher's tool boxes with tech tools & tips while... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

Social Media

4:00pm CST

Engagement in the High School Classroom

In this session, we will look at several avenues to engage students in instruction and formative assessment to transform your classroom into the most productive space it can be. We will explore teacher tools like Doceri, CK-12 and Plickers as well as interactive learning games to keep kids engaged. Focus will be put on Science and Math learning environments, but tools can be used in other disciplines as well.

Speakers

Sara Noll

Chemistry and Physics Teacher, Maur Hill Mount Academy

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

4:00pm CST

Going eXtreme with STEAM, Literature, and Service Learning

Come experience how our global ART + ENGINEERING + SERVICE LEARNING challenge draws inspiration from children’s books and makes a BIG impact on both communities and the environment. Attendees will explore how their students can join in designing new solutions for positive environmental awareness and conservation. Come design think with us!

Speakers

Dyane Smokorowski

Technology and Innovation Lead Teacher, Andover Public Schools

Dyane Smokorowski is a 2019 National Teacher Hall of Fame Inductee, 2013 Kansas Teacher of the Year, and is currently serving as an Innovation and Technology Lead Teacher in the Andover Public Schools. Mrs. Smoke, as she’s known to her students, believes in a project-based, learner-centered... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

4:00pm CST

Technology and Kinesthetic Review Activities

Session will give ways to review content in all areas by using technology and kinesthetic learning to present review concepts in the form of games, technology, or websites. I have accumulated these review activities over the years and have adjusted them to fit today’s classroom.

Speakers

Kimberly Munk

8-12, Business Teacher, Oakley High School

I have been teaching for 24 years in three different districts. I have taught computer applications, accounting, entrepreneurship, business management, business communication, keyboarding, programming, computer repair, and networking. I currently have a class that runs our local theatre... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room

4:00pm CST

Work Smarter with Wakelet

Work smarter, not harder, by utilizing Wakelet in your school! This free curation tool will simplify the way you collect and share information. In this session, we will begin with the basics of Wakelet, then dive deeper to show you how to use Wakelet to create website lists, digital newsletters, online professional development, sub plans, and more. By the end, you will be ready to ride the #WakeletWave!

Speakers

Amber Marshall

Instructional Coach, Haysville School District

Amber is an Instructional Coach in Haysville, KS. She received her master's degree in Educational Technology in 2015 and has since become a Google Certified Trainer and Flipgrid Student Voice Ambassador. Amber loves sharing and learning about Ed Tech, and how teachers engage students... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

4:00pm CST

Apple Creativity Lab

Limited Capacity filling up

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

Apple

4:00pm CST

Sphero Bolts and Driving Makes Coding Excititng!

The new products from Sphero takes coding in education to a whole new level. Come to this hands on session to see the latest offerings from Sphero and experience how they can be used for engaging STEM coding activities. Come learn how to use the latest Sphero Bolt, brand new Rovers, and let out your inner rock star by trying Specdrums.

Speakers

Duke Harmon

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

Coding

4:00pm CST

Creating a Digital Citizenship Curriculum That Counts

With the call for digital citizenship on the rise, the need to create meaningful Digital Citizenship lessons with real impact is vital. These lessons cannot only focus on what students shouldn't do online. Digital Citizenship should also empower students to problem-solve as well as direct their own learning. This session will focus on several aspects of writing an effective Digital Citizenship curriculum: 1) Determining Areas of Emphasis 2) Learning How to Teach Search Strategies (such as search strings) and 3) Evaluating Content and Resources.

Speakers

Laurie Denk

Teacher, Vision_Tek

I am a technology teacher who teaches within a fully developed digital environment. My program (Vision_Tek) focuses on project-based learning with a mastery of learning emphasis. My students develop projects in electronics, microprocessors, coding, digital art and film production... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

Digital Citizenship

4:00pm CST

Primarily Speaking - Google in the Primary Classroom

Not sure how to implement all the amazing Google Suite components into your primary classroom? This session will give you some fun free resources as well as many great ideas to start implementing google products (slides, sheets, classroom) into your primary classroom.

Speakers

Alisha Schwinn

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 206

Google

4:00pm CST

To Infinity, and Beyond! How to use Google Apps for More than Word Processing and Slideshows

Let's unleash all that G Suite for Education has to offer! In this session, we will explore how to take the Google tools you know and love and engage students on a whole new level. We will look at the versatility of Google Forms, Slides, and Docs, and how you can use them to create meaningful instructional activities like digital interactive notebooks and student choice boards. Come ready to dive in!

Speakers

Christin Barkemeyer

Instructional Facilitator, Washburn Rural Middle School

Christin is an instructional facilitator in Topeka. Her passion is coaching teachers and sharing with them her love of educational technology. She is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and a Pear Deck Inspearational Educator.

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Bluemont

Google

4:00pm CST

Top 10 Tips to Organize your Google Drive

Is your Google Drive a mess? Do you have trouble locating the files, presentations, and forms you need? Well then this session is for you! In this session I will share with you my Top 10 tips for organizing your Google Drive. I'll share some new features of Google Drive that can help you stay organized as well as some of my tried and true tips for staying organized!

Speakers

Jennifer Gatz

Assistant Superintendent, USD 113 Prairie Hills

Jennifer Gatz serves as the Assistant Superintendent for USD 113 Prairie Hills in Sabetha, Kansas. She has been in education for over 25 years. During her teaching career, Mrs. Gatz taught 5th and 6th grades in an elementary classroom. She has also taught middle school math, science... Read More →

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Big 12

Google

4:00pm CST

Making Technology Work for the 6+1 Traits of Writing

Writing isn’t easy and teaching writing is hard, but technology can support the journey. Using the 6+1 Traits of writing as a framework, session attendees will experience technology solutions that when purposefully integrated make teaching and learning writing more engaging and impactful for ALL students, even those who struggle.

Speakers

Amber Rowland

University of Kansas

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 226

Language Arts

4:00pm CST

Stretch Your Practice & Become ISTE Certified

Are you ready to transform teaching and learning? ISTE’s new Educator Certification challenges deeper learning of the ISTE Standards through best practices in educational technology and pedagogy. Learn how bring transformative change to your classroom/school through this high-quality professional learning.

Speakers

Carol Nelson

Ed Tech Specialist, USD 418 McPherson

Passionate about teaching, learning and technology.

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 207

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Leveraging Professional Learning Supports: Social Media for Staff

Let's take a look at the hottest social media apps and how we might leverage these tools for learning, not only with our students, but also for FREE 24/7 professional learning for teachers. Attend this session to receive a powerful up-to-date toolbox packed full of resources for Twitter, Facebook, SnapChat, TikTok, Instagram, and Voxer.

Speakers

Ginger Lewman

Author, Keynoter, Consultant, ESSDACK

Let's connect!

Thursday March 5, 2020 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 227

Social Media

5:00pm CST

Social Hour & Tweetwood Mac Concert

Live from the KSU Alumni Center....Tweetwood Mac! Let's Steam into the Future with Shane Howard and Kevin Honeycutt. Learning Should Rock...Hard!

Sponsors

MACE Conference

Thursday March 5, 2020 5:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Alumni Center Ground Floor

MACE Activity

7:30am CST

Registration Booth Open

MACE Registration Booths are open all day. Attendees and speakers should check-in to receive their name tag, conference book, and information.

Sponsors

MACE Conference

Friday March 6, 2020 7:30am - 8:00am CST
Alumni Center Ground Floor

MACE Activity

8:00am CST

4 C's in Video Editing

Are you new to Chromebooks and/or Chrome browser and wonder how to edit videos similar to iMovie or just want to know how to edit videos on Chromebooks or desktops/laptops with Chrome? This session is for you. I will demonstrate the basics with WeVideo editing, plans available to schools including the free version, and you will put together a project while attending this session. You will walk away with confidence to start working with students immediately or editing your own videos. You will need a Google Login, Device with the Chrome Browser, and the willingness to participate in learning video editing. You will also walk-away with lesson ideas and some fully developed lesson plans.

Speakers

Dena Dellere

Innovative Technology Integrationist, Robert Clark Middle School

I am a creative and self-motivated Innovative Technology Integrationist with a passion for helping our teachers, students, parents and community gain the skills they will use throughout school, college, and careers. My background is in teaching and technology support plus technology... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Room 226

Presentation Link https://sites.google.com/usd204.net/4-cs-of-video-editing/home

8:00am CST

Actively Learn: Effecient Reading

This session will discuss the technology platform called "Actively Learn" and discuss the key aspects such as immediate feedback, adapted assignments, and libraries supplied by Actively Learn. In addition, this session will show the free version and some added paid versions.

Speakers

Matt Macoubrie

Educator, Lincoln Public Schools

Matt Macoubrie is a current 7th Grade Social Studies teacher in Lincoln, Nebraska at a Title I school who consistently uses Actively Learn in his classroom. He has attained a bachelors in Social Sciences in Secondary Education and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction Design.

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Room 207

8:00am CST

App Up Your Social Studies

This session will include ways students can make social studies come alive with apps. Participants will learn about using apps through best practices (questioning, sketch notes, vocabulary, etc) and then engage in hands on practice of these apps. Bring a device to play and have fun.

Speakers

Lori Rice

@MSLRice

I began teaching in 1996 in the very elementary school I attended as a student. I have taught reading, K, 1st, 4th and looped K/1 (an excellent experience). I am currently teaching K-2 elementary and K-12 gifted for Manhattan Virtual Academy online.My passion is helping students think... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Bluemont

8:00am CST

Bitmoji & Google

Come prepared to create your Bitmoji and explore using it with Google Slides, Forms and Gmail. Bitmojis are a creative way to communicate with students and colleagues. The latest Bitmoji feature is the ability to create custom messages. We will begin at step one but if you’d like to get a jump start on your Bitmoji, install the app on your cell phone using a personal email will work for personal and work purposes.

Speakers

Lori Hower

Instructional Coach, USD290 Ottawa High School

Lori is a Technology Integration Coach at Ottawa High School, in Ottawa, Kansas and a Google for Education Certified Trainer, Google Certified Educator Level 1 and Level 2, and a Microsoft Office Specialist. My focus is on developing communication, collaboration and critical thinking... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

8:00am CST

Freckle 101

I am a Freckle Ambassador that uses Freckle within my classroom. This is a presentation about how to use Freckle and the beginning and secondary stages of using the website. Presenting with Ashley Hughes.

Speakers

Lindsay Gress

Logan Elementary

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

8:00am CST

Gamify Your Classroom

Do you game? Your students probably do. Explore how to bring gamification to your classroom. Create a classroom narrative story to enhance your student’s experience through creativity, collaboration, challenge and play. Incorporate game mechanics to make learning more engaging by encouraging participation and teamwork. Leave this session with examples and ideas for taking your classroom to the next level.

Speakers

Dr. Tracy Platt

Elementary Technology Integration Coordinator, USD 231

Dr. Tracy Platt is the Elementary Technology Integration Coordinator at USD 231. Tracy has a passion for integrating technology in education through inspiring and building capacity in others. She advocates for students to think critically, collaborate, communicate, and be creativ... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

8:00am CST

Green Screen - Transporting Students into a New Dimension of Learning

Do you want your students to be transported into a new dimension of learning? This energetic presentation will show you that with the use of the Do Ink Green Screen App, students can create movies using the App and then transport themselves around the world into whatever topic your teaching. Turn your lesson into something every student wants to do. You will learn the resources and skills needed to implement this entertaining and innovative lesson in your classroom. This session is great for science, social studies, and English content areas. It is a unique way of having students apply what they’ve learned in today’s classroom.
Resources Needed:
Do Ink App $2.99 from the app store
Green Bulletin Board paper or Green Screen Kit from Amazon $99.99
iPads
Pictures from the Internet
Video from Youtube using savefrom.net

Speakers

Tom Simmons

5/6 Science, 7 & 8 Publications, Yearbook and Stucco sponsor., Belle Plaine Middle School

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room A

8:00am CST

REPEAT: How to Gather (and Use!) Student Feedback Data Effectively

Speakers

Andrea Marshbank

9th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, Seaman High School

I teach things, read things, and write things. My email is andreamarshbank@gmail.com.

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Room 206

8:00am CST

Respond to Reading with Free Tech Tools

Learn how to assess student’s reading comprehension by using quick or project-based tech tools. These free tools increase student engagement and foster motivation through creativity. Student created work can easily be shared through various communication platforms. Learn how elementary teachers utilize Padlet, Flipgrid, Chatter Pix, Pic Collage, Seesaw and the Adobe Spark programs.

Speakers

Gina Johnson

STEM Teacher, Hays USD 489

Gina Johnson teaches the 4th-5th grade loop at O'Loughlin Elementary. She serves on the tech cadre and enjoys learning new tech tools to bring back to her classroom.

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

8:00am CST

Teach Better and Work Less with EduProtocols

In this session, we’ll dive into the EduProtocols by Jon Corripo and Marlena Hebern and find out how to take your current curriculum and embed it into lesson frames known as the EduProtocols to make your content more engaging with very little work from you behind the scenes. These EduProtocols are customizable frames based on classic teaching strategies that have been modernized to help students master content, think critically, and communicate effectively while working collaboratively.

Speakers

Amanda Fogelman

Innovative Tech Coach, Gr. K-5, USD 204 Bonner Springs/Edwardsville

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

8:00am CST

Technology in the Classroom - Tips and Tricks

Do you have several websites/programs available to you and aren’t sure how to implement them to enhance your lesson? Come see how I use Clever, EPIC!, Brain POP, Flocabulary, Reflex Math, Dreambox, eSpark Learning and share how you use these and others in your classroom.

Speakers

Laura Wheeler

4th Grade Teacher, Maize USD 266

Laura teaches 4th grade at Vermillion Elementary in Maize, Kansas. She has taught grades 3-8 in her teaching career. She is an Adjunct Professor at Friends University as well. She enjoys sharing her knowledge about technology and helping others discover new things about techno... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room D

8:00am CST

Using Open Educational Resources to Encourage Creative Communication

Come and learn how to use open educational resources (OER) to help students become creative communicators (ISTE Standard 6). Attendees will discover the many types of OER and how they can be used in a variety of educational settings. Specific attention will paid to repurpose and remix OER content.

Speakers

Lauren Hays

Faculty member, University of Central Missouri

Lauren Hays, Ph.D. (@DrLaurenHays), is an associate professor of instructional technology at the University of Central Missouri where she teaches classes on research and educational technology. She has spoken nationally on topics related to teaching, and she has published works on... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

8:00am CST

Can't Touch These.. Google Tools

An internet without Google just doesn't seem possible! Come learn about lesser known Google Tools in a fun, engaging technique that will even convince your most reluctant learners to come aboard!

Speakers

Joshua Ehret

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

Google

8:00am CST

PearDeck - Strive for 100% Engagement in Your Classroom

PearDeck is an add-on for Google Slides that allows your Google Slides presentation to be put directly onto your students' devices. Peardeck allows you to ask interactive questions, to see immediate responses, and to project those responses for the class. You can ask questions in a variety of ways and have instant informal assessment data to adjust your instruction in the moment instead of waiting until you see the results on a test. Instead of calling on a few vocal students, Peardeck allows you to hear from everyone in your classroom, no matter how quiet.

Speakers

Angela McGraw

Teacher, USD 382

7th grade science, 7th and 8th grade STEM, and 7th and 8th grade Psychology

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

Google

8:00am CST

REPEAT: Give Them Something to TECH About

Speakers

Tana Ruder

Technology Integration Specialist, Wichita Public School

Friday March 6, 2020 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

Social Media

9:00am CST

Cool Apps for Classrooms that are FREE (Well, Mostly Free)

Have you ever seen an app that would be perfect for your classroom, but you don't have the budget for it? A lot of great apps have free versions that are surprisingly useful, even without all of the bells and whistles that go along with the full-priced versions. Join us as we explore some of the cool [free] stuff to be found on the Internet.

Speakers

R. Stock

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

9:00am CST

Device Basics for Early Learners

Preparing early learners to be “device successful” while they are still learning letters, numbers and how to read is a challenge. Learning activities that promote critical thinking and encourage the development of proper digital habits are essential. Participants in this session will walk away with a blend of engaging paper-pencil/digital activities that help young students master basic operational skills and build keyboard awareness.

Speakers

Tina Williams

Technology Coordinator, McCook Public Schools

Technology Coordinator at McCook Public Schools

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

9:00am CST

Digital Student Projects

Let's explore some of the digital projects that my high school students have been doing within my Graphic Design, Website Design, and Programming classes. I'll share full lesson plans and rubrics for activities such as designing a Text Portrait, Magazine Cover, Food Truck Business, creating a Career Research Website, and designing an Augmented Reality Sandbox. My assignments are student focused and apply independent and group learning. I will also share my new skills based grading system that allows for students to understand what level of effort they are putting forth as well as showing me how much they are retaining.

Speakers

Jodi DeArmond

Webmaster, MACE

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

Presentation Link tiny.cc/jdmace2020

9:00am CST

Electronic Resources for Learning & Fun from the State Library of KS

Learn about electronic resources offered to all Kansans from The State Library.
Electronic books & audio books, Mango Languages, Learning Express for college & career preparation, plus an abundance of vetted articles in encyclopedias, magazines, academic journals and more!

Speakers

Marcy Sandberg

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

9:00am CST

If you liked that... you'll LOVE this!

Some of us have been in the tech game for years and remember the tried and true tools that have passed through the years. And still there are new tools always popping up! Sometimes it's hard to keep up with them all. Come sample the software tech-buffet Ginger lays out in this session which has something for everyone! If you're new to the tech game, this is definitely the session for you! Everyone gets to take this giant resource back home to feed your own school families.

Speakers

Ginger Lewman

Author, Keynoter, Consultant, ESSDACK

Let's connect!

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

9:00am CST

Increasing Student Engagement with Classkick

Ever wish you could manipulate an app to be used in any subject area k-12? With Classkick, students are highly engaged, can privately raise a hand to request help, and work at their own pace while the teacher watches, grades, and/or gives personalized feedback to the students working in real time. Students can record their voices for progress monitoring, highlight text, attach pictures, and best of all complete all of these things while remaining paperless. iPads, Kindles, or Laptops; no matter the technology – this app will change the way you give assignments or assessments. You will leave this session excited to “kick” your assignments up a notch.

Speakers

Julie Bunch

3rd Grade Teacher, DeSoto USD 232

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

9:00am CST

More Than Just Test Prep

In this session we will explore the features of ACT Academy from both the student and teacher view. What is ACT Academy? Have you heard of this FREE resource? ACT Academy is a standards aligned digital resource that allows teachers to seamlessly implement a personalized blended learning environment with robust reporting. With nearly a half-million free resources of all types, ACT Academy is a great resource for teachers who want to include high-quality digital content without searching all over the web for it.

Speakers

Jennifer Gatz

Assistant Superintendent, USD 113 Prairie Hills

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Big 12

9:00am CST

REPEAT: Do a Daily

Speakers

Louis DiLeonardo

Broadcast Journalism Teacher, Seaman High School

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 226

9:00am CST

REPEAT: Tech Tools to Transition to More Blended Learning

Speakers

Allie Lippe

Science Teacher, Seaman High School

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

9:00am CST

REPEAT: Work Smarter with Wakelet

Speakers

Amber Marshall

Instructional Coach, Haysville School District

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 206

9:00am CST

To Infinity and Beyond - Doing More w/ Google Apps Script

The reality of teaching is that sometimes the digital tools we have just don’t always do exactly what we’d like them to be able to do. Knowing some basic coding can help you make light work out of repetitive tasks or add functionality to meet a need. This is where Google Apps Script comes in. It allows you to add a little code to a Google document to make it do “magical” things. What I was amazed by was just how little experience with coding you need to get started!

In this session we’ll briefly cover the basics of Apps Script and do a quick project where you write and run your first Apps Script program. Then you can brag to your students that you can code! If we want to encourage students to think about coding and computer science, it starts with us.

Think this sounds too intimidating? If you’re the kind of person that likes solving puzzles or are at least open to trying new things, Apps Script is worth checking out. No prior knowledge of coding is required for this session - but you’ll definitely pick things up faster if you have some coding experience! Participants will get the most of out this session if they are already mostly proficient in using the G Suite for Education Apps (drive, gmail, slides, sheets, docs, etc.), but anyone with an open mind and a Google account is welcome.

Speakers

Gary Richmond

Technology Integration Specialist, Tonganoxie Public Schools

Gary is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and is the sole Technology Integration Specialist for Tonganoxie Public Schools (USD 464). Additionally, he supervises a "Technology Internship" program where high school students help manage the hardware and user-knowledge issues that... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room D

Coding

9:00am CST

Introducing Google Tour Creator

In this session, you will learn how to create a virtual tour by using Google Tour Creator by using the website, your smartphone, and an app called Google Cardboard. In addition, we will discuss how teachers and students can incorporate this VR technology into different subject curriculum as a new way to share information with each other.

Speakers

Brenda Lemon

District Librarian, Chapman

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Room 207

Google

9:00am CST

Introduction to Google Draw

Session will be an introduction to the basics of Google Drawing. Google Drawing is such a fun and useful tool. This easy tool will help you and your students create posters, graphic organizers, infographics, timelines, and so much more. I will also show examples of ways to incorporate Google Draw into your classroom. I will also take you through creating a basic timeline.

Speakers

Kimberly Munk

8-12, Business Teacher, Oakley High School

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Bluemont

Google

9:00am CST

Don't let CS Acronyms Paralyze You

Computer science, computational thinking, and coding?! You may have heard these terms, but do you know what they mean or how they can be integrated into your classroom? This session is all about understanding what the differences are and how it applies to you. We will take a look at the ISTE and CSTA standards. I will also share tools and resources that will support teachers in all content areas. Those tools include Google CS First, Swift Playground, Scratch, Girls Who Code, and Code.org.

Speakers

Ariel Jankord

Instructional Coach, Spring Hill School District

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room A

Keynote & Spotlight

9:00am CST

Improving the Writer's Workshop with G Suite

G Suite can revitalize the writing process by helping students collaborate more easily and allowing teachers to provide quicker feedback. You will learn how to use Google tools to guide students through the writing process - prewriting, researching, drafting, editing, and publishing - and walk away with actual resources to use in your classroom.

Speakers

Ashley Watkins

9-12/ELA and Journalism/teacher, Halstead High School

I am a secondary ELA and journalism teacher, certified Apple Learning Coach, and certified academic coach with 18 years of experience. I love reading, everything Apple, talking about how to improve school culture, and being on the water in my kayak.

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

Language Arts

9:00am CST

Reinventing Professional Learning with Kansas Redesign

Come discover how Teacher Professional Learning is being reimagined and experiential so teachers can be leaders through Kansas Redesign. Participants will explore how Andover is scaling Redesign through Teacher Leader Cohorts, district offered online courses, Teacher Field Trips, and personalized professional learning. You're guaranteed to walk away with new ideas to share with your schools. Come learn with us!

Speakers

Dyane Smokorowski

Technology and Innovation Lead Teacher, Andover Public Schools

Friday March 6, 2020 9:00am - 9:45am CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

Professional Development

10:00am CST

Adobe Spark - Bring Light to Your Lesson

In this hands-on presentation we will examine the suite of programs inside Adobe Spark. This web based application allows students to authentically reflect and express themselves in a variety of formats. Learners will create beautiful graphics, web pages, and video stories – in minutes. Take a few moment to capture a spark that will light a fire in your student's learning.

Speakers

Cyrena Kellogg

Computer Teacher, USD 231

I have been teaching for 25 years in the public school setting. I moved to teaching tech 10 years ago and it has been a roller coaster. I believe that every day is a new chance to bring new ideas into an ever-changing world and I would like to connect kids with the concepts of grit... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

10:00am CST

Augmented and Virtual Reality in the Classroom

Our world has gotten so big with the advent of augmented and virtual reality applications. We will play with some cool applications and look at how to create your own.

Speakers

Kyle McClure

BAC - Elementary Director of CIA PreK-5, USD 313

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room D

10:00am CST

Better Together: Developing Global Collaborators

There are so many fantastic digital tools and projects to make global collaboration possible, and, yes, even easy! In this session, learn about ways students and teachers in USD 113 Prairie Hills have used technology to connect with others around the globe. You’ll learn about several tools for making connections, organized programs to help find classroom connections and structure the collaboration, and hear about tips and tricks we’ve learned from several digital connections we’ve made in recent years. If you’re experienced with digital connections, too, come and share YOUR experience during this session as every connection is slightly different! We might even make a live digital connection during the session! Join us!

Speakers

Lisa Suhr

Director of Student Learning, USD 113 Prairie Hills

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Room 226

10:00am CST

Getting Started with Flipgrid in the Upper Elementary Math Classroom

Are you looking for ways to increase student engagement in your math classroom? Flipgrid empowers students by giving them the opportunity to pose questions and demonstrate their understanding by creating video responses. In this workshop, attendees will create a Flipgrid account, respond to a Flipgrid topic, create a Flipgrid for their classroom and leave with a collection of ideas for using Flipgrid in their math classroom.

Speakers

Janell Beilman

5th Grade Math and Science, USD 489 Hays

Janell has been teaching 30+ years, all of which have been in the Hays School District. While she has taught a variety of grade levels, she has been teaching 5th grade math and science for the past 13 years. Since the beginning, Janell has always been passionate about using technology... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Room 206

10:00am CST

REPEAT: Creating Awesome Sauce Videos to Increase Engagement

Speakers

Josh Stock

6th Grade Literacy Teacher, Santa Fe Trail Middle School

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Bluemont

10:00am CST

REPEAT: Spark Student Interest With An Interactive Scavenger Hunt/ Breakout Challenge Using Original Multimedia Clues

Speakers

Elizabeth Burke

9-12 Library Media Specialist, Salina South High School

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

10:00am CST

Surf’s Up! Let’s Ride the #WakeletWave

Teachers and students alike will be surfing in no time as they use Wakelet to save and organize content from across the web or share and collaborate on projects in any subject area. Though originally designed to simply collect bookmarks, Wakelet collections can deliver lessons in-person or online, act as a launch-pad for PBL, or communicate with parents or stakeholders in an engaging manner. Maybe the best part about this FREE tool is it works on any device with an internet connection and syncs across devices with an Office 365 or Google login. The possibilities for teaching and learning are as wide as they are deep once you start riding the #WakeletWave!

Speakers

Marie Henderson

Instructional Technology Specialist, PK-12, Hays USD 489

Marie Henderson is the Instructional Technology Specialist for Hays Unified School District in Hays, KS where she serves local teachers as a technology trainer and instructional coach. She designed and continues to facilitate a flexible professional learning model for district staff... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

10:00am CST

Using Google Sites as a Digital Student Portfolio

Are your students creating amazing digital work? Does your school do student-led conferences? Does your student participate in extracurricular activities that they are proud of? If so, help your students create a Google Site to share their work with others in their district. In this session, learn the basics of setting up a Site to be used as a portfolio to show a student's academic progress throughout their educational career.

Speakers

Muffy Fehr

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher, Iola Middle School

Muffy is a 6th Grade Social Studies teacher who is passionate about technology in the classroom.

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

10:00am CST

Introducing 3D Design Into Your Class Using Tinkercad

Tinkercad is a free and easy to use tool, which allows a complete beginner to create 3D models online. This session will discuss how to begin using Tinkercad, and how it can be implemented in a variety of ways in the classroom. This can help develop content-area skills, as well as giving students the opportunity to learn 3D design. Also, if you have access to a 3D printer, your designs can be made into physical objects.

Speakers

Craig Mellen

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

3D Printing

10:00am CST

Getting Started With Python Using CMU CS Academy

Python has become one of the most popular first text-based programming languages in the world, and is a common first language in college as well as high school classes. However, a great deal of the curriculum available, while good, is dry and uninteresting to the typical high school student. The curriculum from Carnegie Mellon University's CS Academy aims to provide a robust CS curriculum that is all online, totally FREE, and engaging through the use of graphics and animations. For the teacher, there is not only a great deal of support in helping the fledgling CS instructor, but many tools such as auto-grading to help with the teacher's workflow in the classroom. Come to this session with your laptop's browser ready to go to learn more!

Speakers

Jeff Yearout

High School Computer Science Teacher, Derby High School

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room A

Coding

10:00am CST

REPEAT: Sphero Bolts and Driving Makes Coding Excititng!

Speakers

Duke Harmon

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

Coding

10:00am CST

Are We Doing Anything Today? (Using Google Drawings & Learning Maps)

Have you heard this question before? Use a Learning Map created in Google Drawings to answer that question. Researcher John Hattie indicates that students tend to make more than one year’s growth when they have a clear understanding of Learning Goals. Provide this clarity through Learning Maps. Bring your device and use a provided template or create your own learning map using Google Drawings.

Speakers

Sarah Thomas

Instructional Facilitator, Washburn Rural High School

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

Google

10:00am CST

Google Challenges

Build confidence and teamwork while conquering the Google basic. Through the use of mini-challenges learn G Suite for Education in a fun and engaging technique that will convince even your most reluctant learners to come aboard. This 45-min workshop will have learners collaborating and competing as a team to complete various challenges. Preferred device: laptop or Chromebook

Speakers

Eric De La Rosa

Technology Integration Specialist, Bonner Springs/Edwardsville School District, USD204

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Big 12

Google

10:00am CST

REPEAT: Become an App Developer with GSuite

I will show participants how to use the GlideApps website and Google Sheets to easily create webapps. We will also discuss how they can use this tool with their students.

Speakers

Travis True

Curriculum Technology Specialist, Topeka Public Schools

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

Google

10:00am CST

Kevin's Tech Toolbox

Join me for a fun romp through many tools and resources you can use with kids tomorrow!

Speakers

Kevin Honeycutt

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

Keynote & Spotlight

10:00am CST

The New & The Old: How Tech and Poetry Can Work Together K-12

What can happen when we take the oldest form of human expression and combine it with today's technologies? This session will explore how technology can bring new life to the teaching of poetry in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. We will also examine why today’s technology-rich world requires a better student sense of humanity and themselves, and how poetry can be used to build that sense in our students. If you are looking for ways to balance technology with the arts, this session just might give you some ideas to apply immediately with poetry!

Speakers

Tim Wilkins

Friday March 6, 2020 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Room 207

Language Arts

11:00am CST

A Smorgasboard of Technology Resources at Your Fingertips

I will be sharing information about the following things I am doing in my classroom currently: Wix - to create a classroom website for students to use daily, Scratch - to create coding clubs, Google Classroom, Pair Deck, Kahoot, Mentimeter, Answer Garden, Google Hangout - as a way to communicate with penpals, Flipgrid, and setting up both reading and math menus project based learning expectations and examples. Our school is using technology to help us implement the Ron Clark House System this year. I can provide resources and examples of everything on the list above for teachers. My handout has ready to use resources so that every one attending can leave with the ability to implement at least one new instructional tool in their classroom when they return from MACE.

Speakers

Amy Jenkins

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

11:00am CST

Flippity - Where Have You Been All My Life?

Flippity is the tool you can't live without! Easily turn any Google Sheet into flash cards, a badge creator, a spelling quiz, a memory game, a word search, and more. Teachers can use Flippity to present to the class, to assess individual students, or to have students make their own creations. Want student teams to see how far they're progressing on an extended project? Use the Progress Indicator to quickly show them what percentage of tasks they've completed. Need to make sure you're calling on students equally? Add their names to the Random Name Picker. There are even templates for creating Mad Lib stories and tournament brackets. Flippity is a tool for all ages, subjects, and grades!

Speakers

Jason Crist

Assistant Technology Director, USD 264 Clearwater Schools

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room A

11:00am CST

Oh Plickers! A Fun and Fast Way to Collect Student Data

Plickers is a free, interactive tech tool that uses printable "paper clickers" instead of clicker devices. Teachers use the Plickers app and a mobile device to scan student responses. (Students do not need a device!) It is a terrific formative assessment tool, but it can be used for much more than assessment. Teachers can use it for everything from digital exit tickets, checking attendance, or even taking the morning lunch count. Data is collected for each student, and reports can be created to evaluate a class, question/topic, or individual student. Students of all ages, and at all levels, can benefit from using Plickers!

Speakers

Sara Krehbiel

Math Teacher, Smoky Valley High School

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

11:00am CST

Online Menus for a Block Schedule Elementary Classroom

Online menus is a great way to allow students the opportunity to choose what they are going to work on and provide videos, assignments, and online games! Students rotate through a block schedule (very similar to the way many high schools work) and choose their online assignment to complete throughout the day. This allows you to frontload your work at the beginning of the week and then focus on the needs of your students the rest of the week. Another perk is most of the "frontloading for assignments" can be done online at home!

Speakers

Vanessa Sawyer

4th Grade Teacher, USD 353

I will be presenting about my classroom website that I have created using the Wix website creator. I use it to organize my classroom assignments and what I will be teaching for the week.

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Big 12

11:00am CST

Quizizz- Student Paced Assessment and Review

Quizizz allows you to conduct student-paced formative assessments in a fun and engaging way for students of all ages. Come learn about all of the ways that Quizizz can fit into your curriculum.

Speakers

Lakin Werth

MS/HS Math Teacher, Oakley High School

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

11:00am CST

Saving Time with Free Formatives

Easy to create formative assessments increase student engagement while giving teachers and students immediate feedback on their learning. Learn how elementary teachers utilize Quizziz, Quizlet, Kahoot, Socrative, and Mentimeter in their classrooms.

Speakers

Denise Danielson

Teacher, O'Loughlin Elementary

Denise Danielson teaches the 2nd-3rd grade loop at O'Loughlin Elementary. She serves on the tech cadre and enjoys learning new tech tools to bring back to her classroom.

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni PowerCat Conference

11:00am CST

You Wanna Play? Virtual Reality for Social Emotional Learning

Social emotional learning is relevant across all grades and content areas. With the innovative features of virtual reality, students can immerse themselves into virtual environment to develop the skills necessary for the demands of the classroom. This session features solutions, tools, & strategies to apply VR today.

Speakers

Sean Joseph Smith

Professor, University of Kansas

I am a Professor in the Department of Special Education here at the University of Kansas. I am the Past-President of the technology division for the Council for Exceptional Children, Innovations in Special Education Technology (ISET), and member of the Board for the National Down... Read More →

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room D

11:00am CST

REPEAT: I Can Teach Coding?

Speakers

Valerie Rohlman

IT Coordinator/K-8 Computer teacher, St. Patrick Catholic School

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Room 207

Coding

11:00am CST

Internet Safety & Digital Citizenship

As we grow with more and more devices in our school districts and as the world becomes more and more driven by digital devices, applications, social media and more, we owe it to ourselves and students to have open discussions, planned lessons, or integrated lessons around Digital Citizenship and Internet Safety with our students in every class. Not only is it required by CORE standards to integrate this in every class, but it is the right thing to do to help our students be good Digital Citizens when they leave our class. If you want some tips, tricks, and know how to do this within your classroom, come join the fun and discussions that this session will have. You will walk out feeling confident to protect your own digital identity and how to start having the conversation right away with students and also fully developed lesson plans you can use. Bring any device with an internet browser and participate in the discussion.

Speakers

Dena Dellere

Innovative Technology Integrationist, Robert Clark Middle School

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Flint Hills

Digital Citizenship

Presentation Link https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1uY5iBD9pxHZuK-Io0z5j3yj399ozP7Hhs-FplxWrKUE/edit#slide=id.g35f391192_00

11:00am CST

Google Sites - Grade Level and Classroom Websites

Want to make a class or grade level website but don’t know where to start? We will look at some active Google Sites and learn how to make one for your classroom or grade level. See how to use your website as a communication tool for your parents.

Speakers

Laura Wheeler

4th Grade Teacher, Maize USD 266

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Room 226

Google

11:00am CST

Use Your iPad to Create!

Guide learners through a creative journey on the iPad. Allow students to use iPad staples to become content creators. No need to download anything new or buy an expensive app. In this session we will utilize different apps that range from easy to more complex. Participants will gain insight on how to scaffold a lesson on the iPad as well as differentiate for different learners. You are encouraged to bring an iPad with access to the following: camera, Keynote app, Pages app, and Clips app.

Speakers

Jacqueline Coleman

Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, Atchison Public Schools

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

iPad Apps

11:00am CST

Ask Me Anything!

In the past 15 years I have literally travelled this planet learning and observing the best ideas, schools and tactics for preparing kids for their futures. Join me as we open up my learning trunk and share what I have learned.

Speakers

Kevin Honeycutt

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room B

Keynote & Spotlight

11:00am CST

Authors are Ageless!

Come discover the different websites and apps available to turn your students into published authors. Move your lessons to the extremes of Bloom's and DOK, by having students take what they've learned and transfer their knowledge to original works of text.

Speakers

Rusty Willis

8th Grade ELA, USD 409

I am passionate about helping students develop effective communication skills. I have completed extensive training in writing and technology in my 10 years in the classroom.

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Room 206

Language Arts

11:00am CST

REPEAT: Create Your Own Textbook!

Speakers

Kristina Castillo

Teacher/Adviser/Sponsor, Sabetha High School

I am a veteran teacher who still loves teaching and kids! I like to use technology to encourage more creativity and creation from my students.

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Purple Pride Conference

Language Arts

11:00am CST

Need Some #BEARapy? Using a Therapy Dog, Social Media, & Other Tech to Meet Student Needs

Bear, our therapy dog at Halstead Middle School, is a full-time addition this year in the library. In this session, we will share how we got our therapy dog, discuss our process to get board approval and certification, and demonstrate how we use him in our school. A focus for our Redesign is Social and Emotional Learning, and Bear has helped us meet these needs. Using Google Forms and The Zones of Regulation, we are able to see the impact Bear is having on SEL growth in students.

In addition, discover how we use social media tools, like Instagram and Podcasting, to promote reading in our school, using Bear as our star. Students are interacting with his Instagram stories, discussing books online, and even volunteering to do read-alouds and booktalks with Bear. Authors have joined the fun by interacting with our Insta posts. There is a renewed interest in the library because of Bear, and students are wanting to read more just to spend time with him.

Come to our session, meet Bear, and find out how our students are benefiting from this new member of our staff.

Speakers

Joell Matlack

Library Media Specialist, Halstead Middle School

Wife / Mom / Educator / Learner / Library Media Specialist at Halstead Middle School

Friday March 6, 2020 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Tadtman Board Room

Social Media