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Tuesday, July 15
 

TBA

Nearpod - An Introduction
Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
Nearpod is a way to present information in a way that keeps students engaged and 'locked in' on the lesson. They offer premade lessons as well as integrated tools to make your presentation work for you and the students. This session will walk through an introduction to Nearpod and its tools as well as give you the chance to build a presentation with the presenter so you can ask questions as you use Nearpod.

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
STEM/STEAM Integration, Accessibility, NearPod
NearPod
High School, Anyone 
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

Speakers
avatar for Rebecca (Rhay) Holley

Rebecca (Rhay) Holley

Spanish Teacher, R. Nelson Snider High School
Rhay is in her second year of teaching at Snider High School but her 6th as a Spanish Foreign Language teacher. She completed a Master's in Foreign Language Teaching at Michigan State University in 2021 with an emphasis on curriculum design. She is enthusiastic about bringing new... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
  Everyone

TBA

PowerSchool Gradebook Basic Training
Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
I will be facilitating one training session on PowerSchool Gradebook. During this session, I will cover the following topics:

Creating a Seating Chart: Step-by-step instructions on how to set up and customize a classroom seating chart.

Entering Comments: How to input comments on both a student's overall grade and individual assignments.

Using the Teacher Dashboard: How to access the teacher dashboard and interpret the key features and data it displays.

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
PowerSchool Gradebook
Lecture (I'll show) 
Anyone is welcome 
Speakers
KH
Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
  Everyone

TBA

School AI - An Introduction
Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
In this session, we will take time to explore some of the tools that School AI has to offer and how we can apply them to the classroom. Whether it's creating lesson plans, parent messages, or worksheets, you will get to see how to make AI work for you as an educator.

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
STEM/STEAM Integration, Accessibility, Community Connections, AI 
Anyone is welcome
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

Tuesday July 15, 2025 TBA
  Everyone

7:00am EDT

Registration
Tuesday July 15, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
  Everyone

7:00am EDT

Breakfast in the Cafe sponsored by Curriculum and Associates
Tuesday July 15, 2025 7:00am - 8:30am EDT
Cafeteria
Tuesday July 15, 2025 7:00am - 8:30am EDT
Cafeteria
  Everyone

8:15am EDT

Welcome and Keynote
Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Auditorium
Celebrate the Joy in Teaching, and if All Else Fails, Ask AI
Are you growing weary of the ongoing conversations about teacher shortages and high turnover rates? It’s time for a fresh perspective! Join Jere as she uses storytelling and humor to reignite your passion for education. With practical strategies and an uplifting message, Jere reminds educators of the profound impact of teaching—not just on students, but on every career and community. Rediscover the purpose and joy that come with this extraordinary profession.
Speakers
avatar for Jere Chang

Jere Chang

Keynote
Jere Chang, an Atlanta area classroom teacher for over 25 years, is an award winning TikTok star with over 1.9 million followers and is a dynamic and highly engaging speaker. Spending time with “Ms. Chang,” isn’t just viewing a reel or a TikTok trend. Her motivational talks... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Auditorium
  Everyone

9:00am EDT

Vendor Hall
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
  Everyone

9:45am EDT

**How to Motivate Teachers
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Auditorium
What truly motivates teachers to bring their best to the classroom every day? In this honest and insightful session, hear directly from a teacher’s perspective about what school and district leaders can do to inspire, engage, and support their educators. Explore practical strategies for fostering trust, creating meaningful opportunities for growth, and building a culture where teachers feel valued and empowered. Walk away with actionable ideas to cultivate a motivated teaching staff that leads to better outcomes for students. 

This session has changed from the original topic.
Speakers
avatar for Jere Chang

Jere Chang

Keynote
Jere Chang, an Atlanta area classroom teacher for over 25 years, is an award winning TikTok star with over 1.9 million followers and is a dynamic and highly engaging speaker. Spending time with “Ms. Chang,” isn’t just viewing a reel or a TikTok trend. Her motivational talks... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Auditorium
  Everyone

9:45am EDT

Create Your Success as a Project Manager
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Do you ever feel there are a million things coming at you from school? The district? Life? Let's break it all down into manageable chunks and realistic deadlines. Throw away your random post-it notes or to do lists. In this session you will build a personal action plan to ensure your success in the 2025-2026 school year.

"Time management is not magic - It's thinking, prioritizing, and planning ahead," Kaitlin Dunlap Cuevas in Think Happy.

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Moyer

Rachel Moyer

Manager of Systems, Fort Wayne Community Schools
I've been with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 10 years. I've taught 4th grade and 6th grade math. For the past few years I have been in Technology as a District Technology Coordinator. In the past year I have migrated towards being a project manager for all action initiative plans... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
  Everyone, Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

9:45am EDT

Google Sheets for the Novice or More Experienced User
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Google sheets is such a versatile program that can be used for a multitude of data garnering, attendance taking, scheduling, and more if you just know how to use it! Join us in the session where we will learn some Google sheets basics as well as knowledge for how to transform your sheets into storage warehouses to meet your needs!  

Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)
Google Suite 
Any - anyone is welcome in this session 
Admin Team, Instructional Coaches

This session will repeat in Session #4
Speakers
avatar for MADISON STOUT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
  Everyone

9:45am EDT

HANDS Developmental Disabilities/ASD ECHO Webinar Series: Accessibility of Information, Resources and Case-Based Mentoring
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
 
This session will focus on sharing about and experiencing the dynamic HANDS ECHO Webinar Series.  The HANDS ECHO series uses a community-informed framework through an evidence-based, tele-mentoring platform and process, designed to foster collaboration among educators. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of a specific topic or behavior (in this case, Executive Functioning) by engaging participants in real-world, case-based learning, which helps to increase knowledge, improve perceptions and attitudes, and expand the application of strategies grounded in Evidence-Based Practices. Participants will explore how this platform can serve as a community of practice, offering real-time, case-based learning opportunities, while also considering how this can be a part of their ongoing PD offerings and those extended or encouraged among their broader communities. The session will also provide a mini-ECHO demonstration – a dynamic way to experience the power of ECHO firsthand!


Lecture (I'll show)
Speakers
avatar for Kristan Sievers-Coffer

Kristan Sievers-Coffer

Program Management Specialist, HANDS in Autism
Kristan earned her Bachelors in Secondary Education and Masters in Elementary Education from Indiana University. She began her career in education as a teacher for 16 years at the middle school level in Illinois and Indiana, covering a range of subjects including primary science... Read More →
TN

Tiffany Neal

Assistant Director, HANDS in Autism
Dr. Neal has a rich background in clinical neuropsychology, school psychology, and applied behavior analysis with a concentration in complex or dual diagnoses and experience across inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, home, school and community-based service and treatment settings... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
  Everyone

9:45am EDT

Quizizz 101 – Getting Started with the Suite
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Session 1: Quizizz 101 – Getting Started with the Suite

Description: New to Quizizz? This beginner-friendly session will walk you through everything you need to know to get started! Learn how to create engaging assessments, lessons, and more using the Quizizz instructional suite. We’ll cover:
✅ How to find, create, and customize content
✅ Live and asynchronous quiz modes
✅ Reports and data to track student progress
✅ Tips for engaging students

By the end of this session, you’ll have the tools to confidently integrate Quizizz into your classroom and boost student engagement!

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together) 
Speakers
TS

Tyde Strockbine

Customer Success Manager, Quizizz
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
  Everyone, Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

9:45am EDT

Spark Inspiration and Confidence with Google's Free AI Tools
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Discover how to use Google’s AI tools — both popular and hidden gems — to enhance your teaching without extra costs. Learn to navigate Google’s AI ecosystem, craft effective educator-specific AI prompts, and implement school AI policies. Explore tools like Gemini and Learn About to streamline lesson planning, create engaging assignments, and personalize student support. See real-world examples of AI in action and gain practical strategies to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving with Google Arts and Culture and Google Experiments. Curious about NotebookLM and how to use it in an educational setting? We'll explore that too! Whether you're new to AI or experienced, this session will give you the skills, tools and confidence to integrate AI seamlessly into your curriculum.

Anyone is welcome
Google Suite
Lecture
Speakers
avatar for Anna Hanrahan

Anna Hanrahan

Teaching and Learning Consultant, Trafera
Anna Hanrahan, M.Ed., has over 20 years of classroom experience and is currently a Teaching and Learning Consultant at Trafera. A Google for Education Certified Trainer, she also specializes in technology integration, STEAM, gifted education, and project-based learning. Passionate... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
  Everyone

10:45am EDT

EventLink - NEW FWCS Calendar
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Come check out the districts new calendar site! This session will cover the basics of using the site. This is meant to be an introductory course. 

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

This session will repeat during Session #4
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Moyer

Rachel Moyer

Manager of Systems, Fort Wayne Community Schools
I've been with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 10 years. I've taught 4th grade and 6th grade math. For the past few years I have been in Technology as a District Technology Coordinator. In the past year I have migrated towards being a project manager for all action initiative plans... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
  Everyone

10:45am EDT

Make and Take with Adobe Express: Hands-On Digital Creativity for Impact
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Looking for an energizing, hands-on session to ignite creativity in your school or district? This Make and Take experience is designed for instructional coaches, media specialists, administrators, and all educators eager to leave with something they can use immediately. In this fast-paced, high-impact session, you’ll:


Create ready-to-use graphics, videos, and websites with Adobe Express
Explore strategies to teach and assess student creativity
Discover guided, curriculum-aligned activities to support creative thinking and expression
Walk away with resources and ideas to spark engagement across classrooms and communities


Leave inspired, equipped, and ready to lead creativity back at your site. For this session, you'll need a charged laptop and to be able to log into Adobe Express through Clever.

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
STEM/STEAM Integration, Adobe Express - Creativity in the Classroom Integration  
Hands-on (You will create something you can use later) 

This will be a VIRTUAL session hosted by an FWCS team member
Speakers
avatar for Wezi Thindwa

Wezi Thindwa

K-12 Education Evangelist, Adobe
Wezi Thindwa is a passionate educator and champion for students, currently serving as an Education Evangelist on Adobe’s K-12 Education team. As a Malawian native also raised in Northampton, England and Virginia, Wezi’s heart for learning and connecting people is rooted in her... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
  Everyone

10:45am EDT

Using Quizizz to Leverage Better Data
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Quizizz from Beginner to Expert - learn how to leverage better data and engage students of all levels.  Start with the basics of using the app and go all the way through using AI and advanced tools to simplify your life.  
Speakers
HM
Tuesday July 15, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
  Everyone, Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

11:45am EDT

CANVA Branding & Templates & Tricks, oh my!
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm EDT


CANVA is a wonderful tool that I, a graphic designer trained in Adobe products, didn't initially believe in when I started using. See what converted me and how it can help you be more organized and make anything you need as well as setting up templates, using the branding tools and so much more. Bring your questions and additional tips and tricks will be based on audience needs. 

Any - anyone is welcome in this session
Program Used: Canva
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

Speakers
avatar for Emily Jones

Emily Jones

Brand Specialist, Fort Wayne Community Schools
Tuesday July 15, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm EDT
  Everyone

1:35pm EDT

EventLink - NEW FWCS Calendar
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
Come check out the districts new calendar site! This session will cover the basics of using the site. This is meant to be an introductory course. 

Beginner - this in a introductory session.  Attendees do not have to have prior knowledge for this session.
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)

This session will repeat during Session #4
Speakers
E
avatar for Rachel Moyer

Rachel Moyer

Manager of Systems, Fort Wayne Community Schools
I've been with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 10 years. I've taught 4th grade and 6th grade math. For the past few years I have been in Technology as a District Technology Coordinator. In the past year I have migrated towards being a project manager for all action initiative plans... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
  Everyone

1:35pm EDT

Google Sheets for the Novice or More Experienced User
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
Google sheets is such a versatile program that can be used for a multitude of data garnering, attendance taking, scheduling, and more if you just know how to use it! Join us in the session where we will learn some Google sheets basics as well as knowledge for how to transform your sheets into storage warehouses to meet your needs!  

Interactive (I'll show then we will do together)
Google Suite 
Any - anyone is welcome in this session 
Admin Team, Instructional Coaches

This session is a repeated session from Session #1
Speakers
avatar for MADISON STOUT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
  Everyone

1:35pm EDT

Ignite the Portrait: What is Portrait of a Graduate Anyway?
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
Anyone who attends this session will be able to gain a deeper understanding of Portrait of a Graduate in order to apply simple ideas for integrating the Keys to Success into their classroom/school. 

Any - anyone is welcome in this session
Literacy, Blended Learning, Wellbeing, Math, Community Connections, Schools of Success:  Portrait Style 
Quizizz, School AI, Google Suite 
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together) 
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Moyer

Rachel Moyer

Manager of Systems, Fort Wayne Community Schools
I've been with Fort Wayne Community Schools for 10 years. I've taught 4th grade and 6th grade math. For the past few years I have been in Technology as a District Technology Coordinator. In the past year I have migrated towards being a project manager for all action initiative plans... Read More →
JW

Jesse Webb

Fort Wayne Community Schools
KB
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
  Everyone

1:35pm EDT

Quizizz Pro Tips – AI, Accommodations & Advanced Features
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
Session 2: Quizizz Pro Tips – AI, Accommodations & Advanced Features

Description: Ready to level up your Quizizz experience? This session dives into AI-powered tools, accessibility features, and expert tips to help you maximize student success. We’ll explore:
🚀 AI-enhanced question creation to save time
🛠️ Built-in accommodations for diverse learners
🎯 Advanced data tracking for targeted instruction
⚡ Pro tips to streamline workflow and increase engagement

Whether you’re looking to personalize learning, save time, or supercharge student participation, this session will equip you with the strategies to take Quizizz to the next level!
Intermediate - This is a next level session. Attendees with need to have some prior knowledge for this session.
Quizizz 
Interactive (I'll show then we will do together) 

Speakers
TS

Tyde Strockbine

Customer Success Manager, Quizizz
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:35pm - 2:20pm EDT
  Everyone

2:45pm EDT

Podcasting vs Broadcasting
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
This Session will talk about production and delivery difference between podcasting and broadcasting. We will look at production tools that will help speed up editing, and services to deliver content. Identifying your audience will be key of how to setup your production plan,.

Any - anyone is welcome in this session
Adobe Audition, Adobe Premier
Middle School, High School, Anyone
Lecture (I'll show)
Speakers
OB
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
  Everyone

2:45pm EDT

Session 5
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
  Everyone

2:45pm EDT

UDL Under Construction
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
This is an introductory session of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) focusing onan overview of UDL principles, emphasizing Multiple Means of Representation, Engagement, and Expression. Participants would explore the concept of "unlearning" traditional teaching methods to accommodate diverse learners effectively by focusing on assessts and eliminating barriers that inhibit learning.  The session supports changes in education that foster and ensure equity and access for ALL learners and will empower participants to incorporate UDL into their teaching practices and enhance learning outcomes for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Mc Dunnough

Jennifer Mc Dunnough

Instructional Coach
Jennifer McDunnough 25+ year educator serving as a classroom teacher, resources teacher, and instructional coach in NY City Public Schools and Fort Wayne Community Schools.
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
  Everyone

3:40pm EDT

Prizes🏆🛞
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:00pm EDT
Tuesday July 15, 2025 3:40pm - 4:00pm EDT
  Everyone
 
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