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Fall CUE 2017 Conference

3:30pm PDT

(Canceled) 'Break Out' of the Same Old Lessons Using Breakout EDU

Session Evaluation

Ever tried an escape room? Learners work collaboratively to solve a series of critical thinking puzzles in order to open a multi-lock box. Learn to create your own.

Speakers

Kyle Myers

Teacher On Special Assignment, Fullerton School District

Sometimes Kyle thinks if he wasn’t a teacher he’d be a handsome billionaire, but then the alarm goes off. Prior to 2010 Kyle was not your typical “tech guy”. He actually never even owned, held, or touched an iPhone, iPod, or iPad. Kyle made the transformation from “drama... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D201/202 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94552

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades PreK - 3, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take, Mathematics, Model Lessons and Lesson Design

3:30pm PDT

360° Whiteboarding Classroom Wall Redesign

Session Evaluation

See how 360° Whiteboarding can provide the perfect learning environment design and enhance student collaboration in your classroom! One of the hottest and affordable new trends in California classroom makeovers!

Speakers

Kevin Burkett

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building C - C206 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94525

Session, 4 - Concurrent, Commercial

Audience All Grade Levels (PreK - 12), Beginning, Experienced, Higher Education, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Mathematics
Company Diversitrack

3:30pm PDT

A Journey into 3D Printing

Session Evaluation

Learn the importance of 3D printing and how to get started with 3D printing in the classroom. Gain knowledge about tools and software to begin your own journey. Laptops and Chromebooks only.

Session Resource Link:http://bit.ly/2rFPCnr

Speakers

Charity Bower

Technology Teacher, Milpitas Christian School

I love teaching everything technology. I teach 1st -8th grade at a private school. My students learn everything from G suite and more. I am passionate about teaching digital photography, graphic design, coding, robotics, and 3D printing.

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A206 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94537

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades PreK - 3, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Advanced Digital Lesson Design with HyperDocs

Session Evaluation

HyperDocs are digital lessons you create and give directly to your students. Join us as we look for ways to elevate the design and delivery of your HyperDocs, explore teacher-created exemplars, and discuss the level of innovation within the lesson design.

Speakers

Lisa Highfill

Tech Integration specialist, Pleasanton Unified School District

A thinker, philosopher, debater, and educator interested in helping to develop 21st century thinkers best describes Lisa Highfill, a 20 year 5th grade teacher in Pleasanton, Ca. She has a passion for innovative learning strategies and actively works to share and collaborate with teachers... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D208/209 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94546

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Higher Education, Administration
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Online/Blended Learning, Talking Pedagogy

3:30pm PDT

Arduino: What Is It? What Do I Do with It?

Session Evaluation

Participants will work in small groups to get “hands-on” with an Arduino microcontroller and learn the basics about the device and using it in the classroom. Participants will work together to light an LED using the Arduino and basic computer programming commands.

Speakers

Heidi Baynes, Ed.D.

EdTech Coordinator, Riverside County Office of Education

Heidi Baynes, Ed.D. is a Google Certified Innovator and Raspberry Pi Certified Educator. She works as a Coordinator of Educational Technology for the Riverside County Office of Education. She specializes in the integration of technology into classroom instruction and is an advocate... Read More →

David Platt

Teacher and Technology Trainer, Covina-Valley Unified School District

David is a 17 year educator in world languages, computer science, and EL. He is currently president of the San Gabriel Valley affiliate for CUE. His passion is to bring CS to all through physical computing and maker projects. He is Google Certified Level 2, a Google Certified Trainer... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D161 (1st floor, outside) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94526

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Science, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Blended Learning At Its Best

Session Evaluation

Engaging Online & blended learning solutions that personalizes learning for every student.

Speakers

Gregory Duran

Edgenuity

Account Executive, Edgenuity

Edgenuity provides engaging and flexible online and blended learning solutions.

Nicole Olsen

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building C - C106 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94539

Session, 4 - Concurrent, Commercial

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Higher Education, Administration, IT Professionals
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Mathematics, Model Lessons and Lesson Design, Online/Blended Learning
Company Edgenuity

3:30pm PDT

California School Dashboard 101

Session Evaluation

The session will provide participants with an understanding of the features, reports and information that can be accessed through the dashboard. The session will also include hands-on activities to help participants identify strengths and needs for further growth based on an analysis of the data.

Session Resource Link:http://tinyurl.com/dashboard10-27

Speakers

Rick Phelan

Instructor, NCSOE

Rick Phelan is a retired Sonoma County educator with 36 years of experience. He is current working as an instructor with the North Coast School of Education and as a Resource Specialist Teacher at St. Francis Solano School.

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A202 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94536

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Leadership & Administration

3:30pm PDT

CDE’s Alphabet Soup

Session Evaluation

CALPADS, CAASP, CBEDS, BIIG, K12HSN, TAPD, CRA, EDGO, GoOpen.... Come be a part of a Question/Answer, "office hour" type session where CDE staff will field and address questions relating to Statewide programs and local impact. Take this opportunity to make your voice heard!

Speakers

Geoff Belleau

Education Programs Consultant, California Department of Education

Jerry Winkler

Elizabeth Wisnia

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D309 (3rd floor, inside building, upstairs, behind stairs to the left) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94528

Session, 4 - Concurrent

3:30pm PDT

Chrome is the New Metal

Session Evaluation

Are you still using Internet Explorer to crowd surf the web? That’s so 1996. This session will breakdown and cover the basics of Chrome, settings, Chrome extensions and tips. So get your best cut-off sleeve shirt on, get in the pit, and let’s throw down a web-browsing experience taken to a completely refreshing and cloud-based level.

Speakers

Gregg Eilers

Project Coordinator, Ed Tech, Stanislaus County Office of Education

Gregg is the Project Coordinator of Ed. Tech in Modesto, CA at the Stanislaus County Office of Education. Previously he worked 15 years for the Modesto City Schools district as a 6th grade classroom teacher. Gregg holds a Masters Degree in Education Media Design and Technology from... Read More →

Luke Hibbard

Director II Digital Curriculum, Stanislaus County Office of Education

Luke Hibbard is the Director II for Digital Curriculum and Professional Development at the Stanislaus County Office of Education. After spending 10 years as a classroom teacher in Empire Union Schools, he transitioned to the county office where he has assisted with technology integration... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A153 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94551

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Intermediate, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Administration
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Visual and Performing Arts, Leadership & Administration, Professional Development

3:30pm PDT

Circling the Wagons: Helping Parents Protect their Kids in Cyberspace

Session Evaluation

How do parents of your students protect their children in a connected world? This session provides tips and tools to help you encourage parents as they face this parenting challenge.

Session Resource Link:https://storify.com/gehrett/circling-the-wagons

Speakers

Matt Gehrett

Associate Professor of Educational Technology, Fresno Pacific University

Dr. Matt Gehrett began his career as a secondary math/computer teacher. He has also served as county education technology consultant, and Fresno Pacific University executive director of online/continuing education. Currently, he is an associate professor of education, directing the... Read More →

Circling the Wagons jpeg

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building C - C102 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94542

Session, 4 - Concurrent, Commercial

Audience Administration, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Experienced, Intermediate
Topic & Curricular Leadership & Administration, Professional Development
Company Fresno Pacific University

3:30pm PDT

Computational Thinking Can Save the World (Or At Least Help It)!

Session Evaluation

What is Computational Thinking? Learn how CT can empower and develop student minds to be better prepared for college and career readiness. Engage in a short activity and leave with resources to help you. (Note: "make and take session" tag does not apply)

Session Resource Link:
https://docs.google.com/a/psdkids.net/presentation/d/1y4t8jDEjgGFMP-nEbjW6C-q9exgKK7nwpsqGE3NzfOA/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Christy Novack

Access, Equity & Innovation Specialist, Pacifica School District

Christy has been a public school educator for 16 years. Previously, she trained teachers on how to integrate and use technology tools at San Francisco State University. She also created and taught several blended learning technology elective courses for 6-8th graders. She currently... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D206/207 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94544

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades PreK - 3, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take, Mathematics, Talking Pedagogy

3:30pm PDT

Connect Families to Your School With the Free App ClassDojo

Session Evaluation

Come and learn how your school could use ClassDojo to increase parent involvement, positive student behavior, and time-on-task. Is ClassDojo right for you? Find out from a teacher who uses it successfully. All technology levels are encouraged to attend!

Speakers

Sharon Naugle

Intervention Specialist, Wild Rose Elementary School, Monrovia USD

I am an Intervention Specialist, Administrative Designee, ClassDojo Mentor, and Nearpod Certified Educator. I have taught general ed K-5 over my 22 years of working in education. My presentation is about how to create a high-quality class book for free. All are welcome!

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D304 (3rd floor, inside building, upstairs, behind stairs to the left) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94538

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, Grades PreK - 3, Grades 3 - 6, Administration
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Creating Book Clubs that are Figuratively Lit and Literally Awesome

Session Evaluation

Create a shared reading experience where students are in charge of their own learning. With an emphasis on choice, from the book to the assignments, book clubs are the perfect answer to engage students in discussions about books. Using digital tools can not only make this easier, but your students will be able to hit those reading standards on their own terms, increasing engagement all around!

Speakers

Kristina Allison

Principal, Roseville City

Kristina Allison is currently an assistant principal at an amazing International Baccalaureate middle school in Roseville, California. She has been in education for over 15 years and has taught language arts, computer science, social studies, RSP, German and even home economics... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E108 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94533

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12)
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Reading/Language Arts, Online/Blended Learning

3:30pm PDT

Creating PD that Works for Everyone through Badging and Micro-credentials

Session Evaluation

This session will focus implementing game mechanics, specifically badging and micro-credentials, to engage educators to take control of their own professional development.

Speakers

Greg Cox

Trainer, Utah State Board of Education

Former 4th grade teacher in Utah. Worked at an online EdTech PD company as a content manager and creator. Currently working at the Utah State Board of Education as a Student Data Privacy Trainer. I love video and incorporating it into my teaching and training. I travel to conferences... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E208 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94543

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, Administration
Topic & Curricular Leadership & Administration, Professional Development

3:30pm PDT

CUE STEAMpunk Playground

Session Evaluation

Please join us in the CUE STEAMpunk Playground, where teachers can engage in hands-on sessions with technology for use in any classroom. CUE STEAMpunk educators will share how robots, 3D design and printing, coding, programming and so much more can boost creativity and engagement amongst students. Take away ideas and links to “quick start” lesson plans for all grade levels—kindergarten through college.

Speakers

CUE STEAMpunk Playground

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D203/204 American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94553

Session, 4 - Concurrent

3:30pm PDT

Digital Citizenship in the Elementary Classroom: Helping Your District Get Started

Session Evaluation

This session will outline the path the Berkeley Unified School District took to become a Digital Citizenship Certified District, and will give participants the tools and information they need to replicate in their own school district.

Speakers

Eric Silverberg

Teacher Librarian TSA, Berkeley Unified School District

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D316 (3rd floor, inside building, upstairs, behind stairs to the right) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94532

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Grades 3 - 6
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Reading/Language Arts, Leadership & Administration, Model Lessons and Lesson Design

3:30pm PDT

Flipping Out & Blending In: Flip Your Classroom and Make Every Second Count!

Session Evaluation

Flip your instruction and make every second in the classroom count! This interactive session embeds strategies to build background knowledge, while also infusing strategies in the classroom to enhance Literacy.

Speakers

John Albert

Principal California Elementary: iInspire Academy, Orange USD

Dr. John Albert, is the Principal at California Elementary school, a premier one-to-one iPad program and Dual Immersion program. He is also an Adjunct Professor for the College of Education at Chapman University's graduate program, teaching technology integration. His research body... Read More →

Esmeralda Ramos

QR Code Flipping Out and Blending in JPG

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D307 (3rd floor, inside building, upstairs, behind stairs to the left) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94524

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Higher Education, Administration
Topic & Curricular Mathematics, Reading/Language Arts, Model Lessons and Lesson Design, Talking Pedagogy

3:30pm PDT

Free Tools to Ignite Student Collaboration

Session Evaluation

How do educators maintain control of student learning while fostering a personalized and collaborative environment? This workshop will be hands-on and collaborative. Free tools will include Google Apps, the NovoPro digital streaming device, and more. Ideal for schools that are BYOD or 1:1.

Session Resource Link:https://mspencerconsulting.wordpress.com/presentations/

Speakers

Michelle Spencer

Senior Manager Professional Services, NovoAssured Learning

Michelle leads the Professional Services team for the NovoAssurED Learning Program, offering grants to teachers and pilot opportunities to schools and districts to increase digital collaboration in their classrooms. The hardware and software package allows multiple student devices... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building C - C103 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94527

Session, 4 - Concurrent, Commercial

Audience Administration, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Beginning, Experienced, Intermediate, IT Professionals
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take
Company Sterling Computers

3:30pm PDT

Gamification 101 - Human-Focused Design for Classroom Culture

Session Evaluation

Introduction to the power of gamification. Explore the science and philosophy of why gamification works and then build a custom gamified system to use in your classroom.

Speakers

Nishantha Unatenne

Science Teacher, Perris Union High School District

Nishantha is a 7th grade science teacher working for Perris Unified High School, a 1:1 District. Nishantha believes that gamification will play huge role in the future of education. He is the founder and creator of TableTopEd. TableTopED is Nishantha’s Google Innovator Project... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D104 (1st floor, outside) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94520

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Intermediate, Experienced, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12
Topic & Curricular Reading/Language Arts, Science, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Go Farther with Google Geo Tools

Session Evaluation

There’s more than meets the eye in Google Earth, Maps, My Maps, and Street View. Dive deeper into these Geo Tools and learn unique and engaging ways to use each.

Speakers

Jody Green

Board Memeber, OCCUE

Jody Green is an Academic Coach who is passionate about helping teachers and students amplify their voices using technology. She is a Google Certified Innovator and Trainer, Leading Edge Certified Professional Learning Leader, CUE Rock Star Faculty, CUE Lead Learner, Book Creator... Read More →

Nancy Minicozzi

Instructional Tech Coach, Beverly Hills High School

Nancy Minicozzi is an instructional technology coach in the Beverly Hills Unified School District. An ISTE Certified Educator, Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Coach, she is passionate about helping other educators innovate and refine their practices to benefit all students... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D303 (inside building, upstairs, 3rd floor, behind stairs to the left) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94521

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Higher Education
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Foreign Language, History/Social Studies, Mathematics, Reading/Language Arts, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Go Go Digital! Interactive Notebooks

Session Evaluation

Teachers have used Interactive Notebooks for years but why not let go of the cutting and gluing and let students CREATE interactive notebooks online? Digital Interactive Notebooks allow students a new way to present their work.

Speakers

Natalie Valles

Teacher, Tech Instructional Integration Specialist, Tahquitz High School

Teacher, Tech Instructional Integration SpecialistState/National CUE & Ca League of Schools Presenter , Certified GAFE Educator and Presenter, Certified Newsela Educator, Kahn Academy Ambassador, CC Lead, Tech Integrated Curriculum Design, A+ mom, plus I rock the mic @ Kareoke... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E106 (1st floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94531

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, Grades 3 - 6, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12, Higher Education
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take

3:30pm PDT

Google MyMaps

Session Evaluation

Learn how to use the power of MyMaps to make collaborative and interactive maps in History, Math or Science classes.

Speakers

Corey Coble

7th Grade Science Teacher, Creekview Ranch K-8

I have been a classroom teacher for 28 years and since the 90's I have been integrating technology in the classroom from grades TK to 7th.I have presented for CUE and CLS at the Technology Conference in Monterey. I have hosted the Hour of Code for students in Kindergarten to 5th grade... Read More →

My Maps Fall CUE 17 pptx

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building C - C201/202 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94686

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Grades 3 - 6, Grades 9 - 12

3:30pm PDT

Great Google Extensions

Session Evaluation

Extensions add to your chrome browser to give you resources to help your teaching practice while using Google Apps. Add-ons are used in Google Apps to help with their functions. I will cover some extensions and add-ons that can enhance your teaching practice.

Session Resource Link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bM8IawXg0_7a4yCpRVYgREYHmz0fyCZMBnURRQNYepo/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Drew Warden

Curriculum Resource Teacher

I am a Google for Education Certified Trainer and Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2. I taught 5th grade for 20 years and this is my 6th year as a TOSA as a Curriculum Resource for Technology and Standard Based Grading at Westside USD. Talking points: Google, cool tech for the... Read More →

Link for Great Google pdf

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A204 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94530

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Beginning, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Reading/Language Arts, Talking Pedagogy

3:30pm PDT

Help Your Introverts Succeed in an Extroverted World

Session Evaluation

Explore how to leverage technology to balance the energy demands in your classroom so that your Introverts can excel, and your Extroverts are fulfilled as well.

Speakers

Sally Hoyt

5th Grade Teacher, Westlake Charter School

I am currently a 5th grade teacher, and have taught 2nd and 3rd as well. I previously worked at Placer County Office of Education and in the Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District. I am a fan of Responsive Classroom, and have a commitment to facilitating a classroom of globally... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D201/202 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94552

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12)

3:30pm PDT

Hidden In Plain Site - Chrome Browser Extensions

Session Evaluation

Powerful tools are hiding in your browser! Find them and put Chrome to use for you. Browser extensions make your life better, faster, easier.

Speakers

Brooke Carey Ahrens

Melanie Duffin

Computer Science Teacher, Notre Dame High School

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D159 (1st floor, outside) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94548

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning
Topic & Curricular Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools

3:30pm PDT

I Like Big Blogs (And I Cannot Lie)

Session Evaluation

In the words of Neil Peart, “If I don’t write how will I know what I think?” Blogging has the power to aid in reflection, and to help educators share what they’re doing. There’s only so much you can put in a tweet, so let’s talk about stringing a whole bunch of tweets together.

Speakers

Doug Robertson

4th Grade Teacher, Gresham-Barlow School District

Doug Robertson is a fourteen-year teacher currently talking at fourth graders in Northern Oregon. He’s taught in California, Hawaii, and Oregon in 3rd, 4th, and 6th grades. He’s the author of three books about education- He’s the Weird Teacher, THE Teaching Text (You’re Welcome... Read More →

Mari Venturino

Teacher & Blended Learning Specialist, Mar Vista Academy

Mari Venturino is a 7th grade science and AVID teacher at Mar Vista Academy in San Diego, CA. She is a Google For Education Certified Trainer and Innovator, a Google Certified Educator Levels 1 & 2, Apple Teacher, Leading Edge Certified in Online and Blended Instruction, and a National... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E103

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Administration, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Beginning, Experienced, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Hands-On Session/Make-and-Take, Professional Development

3:30pm PDT

Innovation Can be Taught. Teach the PROCESS of Innovative Thinking.

Session Evaluation

EdgeMakers created the only practice-based and purpose-driven program to teach the process of innovation. Join this hands-on session to learn the process. Leave with activities to implement in your classroom today.

Speakers

Kevin Norman

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E207 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94540

Session, 4 - Concurrent, Commercial

Company EdgeMakers

3:30pm PDT

MERIT - PD that Pays

Session Evaluation

The MERIT program is the KCI’s premier technology-focused professional development program. MERIT is a research-based, educator development program designed to help teachers bolster their curriculum with technology-enhanced learning activities.

Speakers

Lucy Amaral

Computer Specialist, Lafayette School District

I'm a MERIT 16 Cohort, a Google Certified Educator Level 2 and a technology integration specialist. I facilitate tech-infused opportunities for students and staff at my site. With my students, my focus is on giving them opportunities to learn, collaborate and problem solve. With my... Read More →

Brian Briggs

Director Of Technology at Washington Unified School District, CUE Board President

Dec 8th Google Meet Link:https://wusdk12.zoom.us/j/82285442044?pwd=MXlPL094cHJFUmNMc0RMa2pBNkJZZz09Brian is currently the Director of Technology for the Washington Unified School District. Before being a Director, he was a EdTech Coordinator and prior to that, an educator for 12 years. His passion has always been integrating technology in classroom and collaborating with o... Read More →

Lisa DeLapo

Dir of Info & Instructional Tech, Union School District

Lisa is currently on the board of directors for CUE, and she is East Bay CUE's Past President. Lisa also is a Google Certified Innovator, 2016 Gold Disk recipient, MERIT13 Fellow, and Microsoft Innovative Educator.

Shayna Peeff

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building E - E202 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94523

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Higher Education, Administration
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Professional Development, Professional Learning Communities (PLC)

3:30pm PDT

Motivating Girls To “Lean In” to Pursue Passion-Driven Careers in STEM

Session Evaluation

Discover innovative STEM approaches to empower the next generation of female leaders through a "startup" classroom culture. Be immersed with creative and collaborative learning experiences of how to motivate girls to "lean in" and pursue their STEM passions with computational thinking, robotics, and the new literacy of coding.

Speakers

Naomi Harm

Women Leadership and K12 Edtech Specialist, Innovative Educator Consulting

Naomi Harm is an educational thought leader/influencer. She welcomes every opportunity to share her expertise/best practices relating to mobile teaching/learning initiatives, coding, programming and robotics, redesigning classroom learning spaces, and brain-based instructional strategies... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D281/282 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94549

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience New, Beginning, Intermediate, Experienced, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12), Administration
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Science, Cutting-Edge/STEM/New Tools, Talking Pedagogy

3:30pm PDT

Problem Investigators: Tackling Authentic Community Issues Using a Design Thinking Model

Session Evaluation

Wondering how to get young learners more engaged in STEAM education in order to make a difference in the world? We will show you how we did it with our Problem Investigation Unit.

Session Resource Link:http://eduawesome.com/probleminvestigators

Speakers

Laura Nielsen

1st Grade Teacher, Hillbrook School

Bill Selak

Director of Technology, Hillbrook School

All that is #EduAwesome. With (attempts at) humor. Snapchat = billselak. Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Certified Innovator, #ISTE Emerging Leader.

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A205 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94545

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Experienced, Grades 3 - 6, Grades PreK - 3, Intermediate, New
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Model Lessons and Lesson Design, Reading/Language Arts

3:30pm PDT

Section 508 and Website Accessibility: Tools and Workflows for Improving Accessibility

Session Evaluation

The recent refresh of Section 508 has increased attention on the accessibility of schools digital content for individuals with disabilities. This session will explore free tools and workflows to build awareness and skills of your stakeholders towards making your classroom, school, and/or district’s digital content accessible to all.

Speakers

Melissa Oliver

4th Grade Teacher, Clark County School District

Melissa currently is an elementary educator in Clark County, Nevada. She has over 20 years of educational experience primarily working with students with disabilities. She is a Google for Education Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Educator. Melissa is also National Board Certified... Read More →

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Building D - D283/284 (inside building, 2nd floor, outside room) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94554

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Intermediate, Experienced, Administration
Topic & Curricular Leadership & Administration, Professional Development

3:30pm PDT

Sheets Happen

Session Evaluation

You’ve collected the data. Now what do you do with it? Collected data is useless until it is organized. Learn the basics of manipulating the data in your sheet.

Speakers

Scott Padway

Friday October 27, 2017 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Administration Building - A203 (2nd floor) American Canyon High School, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA 94529

Session, 4 - Concurrent

Audience Beginning, Intermediate, All Grade-Levels (PreK - 12)
Topic & Curricular Common Core, Leadership & Administration, Professional Development