We are so excited to have you join us for another year of SITA! This year we are lucky to be hosted by Ashwaubenon School District. Please come to the PAC lobby entrance. Also, please note we moved the times in the afternoon slightly to allow for a little longer lunch.
Ready to learn about your next teaching assistant? Join this session to learn the About, Benefits, and Concerns of AI, see our district’s AI 1.0 policy framework, and discover practical tools that can enhance your teaching while saving something precious: TIME!
Need help navigating dozens of open Chrome tabs all day, every day? Join us! We’ll improve your online efficiency by optimizing your toolbar, tabs, bookmarks, and more. Learn useful tricks like how to collapse tabs into groups, create and organize bookmark folders, and customize your Chrome experience. We’ll also organize your Google Drive and learn about several great Google Chrome Extensions to improve your online organization. Instead of adding more to your plate, let’s organize it!
District Technology Coach, Ashwaubenon School District
Welcome! I am excited to be presenting Formative Assessment Tools, Canva, and Organize Your Google Life. I am passionate about helping teachers spice up curriculum and standards delivery with integrated technologies that help make learning fun as well as making life easier for the... Read More →
If you've wanted to delve into the robust design tools Canva has to offer but haven't had the time, this is the session for you! Canva is a free online graphic design program that you can use to make worksheets, presentations, flyers, and more. Canva can be used by teachers to create engaging materials for their classes and can be used by students to demonstrate learning as well. (Please note that this session will be geared toward users taking advantage of the free Canva for Education account; if you are using a regular free account, consider upgrading to an educaton account prior to the session. For more information, see https://www.canva.com/education/.)
Technology Integration Specialist, Sturgeon Bay School District
As a former Business & Information Technology Teacher, I am passionate about integrating technology into all content areas in appropriate and engaging ways for students. I have experience with upper elementary, middle school, and high school students and teachers of all grade levels... Read More →
District Technology Coach, Ashwaubenon School District
Welcome! I am excited to be presenting Formative Assessment Tools, Canva, and Organize Your Google Life. I am passionate about helping teachers spice up curriculum and standards delivery with integrated technologies that help make learning fun as well as making life easier for the... Read More →
Learn how the Chromebooks in your students' hands can be used to both enhance their learning and some of the options they have for demonstrating their learning. Topics will include settings, accessibility tools, and productivity tools. Please bring a Chromebook from your own district that you can log into and use for this session.
Technology Integration Specialist, Sturgeon Bay School District
As a former Business & Information Technology Teacher, I am passionate about integrating technology into all content areas in appropriate and engaging ways for students. I have experience with upper elementary, middle school, and high school students and teachers of all grade levels... Read More →
Raquel is the District Library Media Coordinator for the Green Bay School District. She spent 6 years in elementary libraries, 4 years as a technology integrator (coach) and is currently serving as the coordinator. She has spent all of her time with the Green Bay School District and... Read More →
Interested in a new take on technology integration without spending top dollars? Our district has created “tech totes” for simple ready-to-use technology at teachers' fingertips. Think makerspace on wheels! Our integration team provides the tools, lessons, activities, and assistance to teachers in their classrooms.
Audience: Teachers/Educators Join Clear Touch, as we break barriers by making learning fun again. Join us as we explore gaming inside the classroom. Utilizing NUITEQ Chorus Online, participants will gain an understanding of using games as active engagement, teaching tools, and assessments inside the classroom. Participants will have the opportunity to watch, explore, and play. All expertise levels are welcome!
Are you tired of spending hours crafting the perfect lesson plan? This session will equip you with a deep dive into AI-powered lesson planning tools and time-saving hacks.
Participants will be provided a Padlet filled with articles and podcasts about a wide range of educational topics. Use this time to read from the reading list or read your own professional book or article that you have been waiting to have some time to dig into! If you would like to listen to a podcast, please bring headphones!
District Media Specialist, School District of Mishicot
I have worked in education since 2004, and this will be my 15th year in the School District of Mishicot. I am the District Media Specialist, so I work with teachers throughout the district to teach digital citizenship, literacy, technology skills, and a love for reading and learn... Read More →
Do you know of Canva and know how to work the basics, but long to dive deeper and learn more? This session is for you! You will discover so many cool things that Canva can do that will make your life easier and more polished looking.
District Technology Coach, Ashwaubenon School District
Welcome! I am excited to be presenting Formative Assessment Tools, Canva, and Organize Your Google Life. I am passionate about helping teachers spice up curriculum and standards delivery with integrated technologies that help make learning fun as well as making life easier for the... Read More →
At one time or another we have looked for that perfect resource only to find out that it is a subscription only. Teachers already spend their own money to do what is best for their students. This session will focus on sharing and taking time to investigate FREE resources that are appropriate for Elementary (Grades K-5) students. Participants are encouraged to bring some of their own to share with the group.
Audience-IT Professionals/ Network Administrators Join Clear Touch, as we introduce the Clear Touch A+ EDLA certified panel and the NUITEQ NEXT Hub. Follow along as we dive into how the A+ panel and/or the NEXT Hub helps solve day-to-day issues that technology professionals face in the educational realm. During this interactive session, attendees will engage as we discuss IT solutions, such as panel management, Google Workspace accessibility, AI tools, non-client casting, and more. Don’t miss out in this A+ experience.
Are you looking to unlock the full potential of Kami? Join us for an eye-opening session where we dive deep into the amazing capabilities of Kami that you might not have discovered yet! Kami isn't just for annotating PDFs; it's a versatile Swiss Army knife for teachers and students alike. From advanced collaboration features to interactive assignments, we'll explore how Kami can transform your teaching and learning experience. Get ready to be amazed
Lesley is a dedicated educator with over seven years of teaching experience in various educational settings. Throughout her teaching career, she has been committed to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment, helping students achieve their academic and personal goals... Read More →
Certified Makey Makey Trainer, Sheri Omernik will introduce some of Makey Makey's newest apps and walk through a Student Inventor Challenge with you, so that you can be confident presenting this workshop and others to your students.
We will breeze through creating a circuit (just to help understanding of what is happening when Makey Makey is doing it's thing), go through some stomp switch making (students can use this to create game controllers for flappy bird or Dance Dance Revolution) and then use the learning to build momentary (think doorbell) and maintained alarm (think someone opened a box they shouldn't have)systems. You'll be able to use what you learn in the session, including slides and resources to hold this session for your students. It'll be instantly applicable and always a crowd favorite!
Mackin is a long-term education distributor for print, ebooks, and makerspace products and other library and classroom materials for grades PK-12.Known throughout the world over for exemplary service and a stringent attention to detail, we have access to over 18,000 publishers and... Read More →
At one time or another we have looked for that perfect resource only to find out that it is a subscription only. Teachers already spend their own money to do what is best for their students. This session will focus on sharing and taking time to investigate FREE resources that are appropriate for Secondary students (Grades 6-12). Participants are encouraged to bring some of their own to share with the group.
Will technology ever replace a teacher? Who (or what) is the best educator in the world? The answer may surprise you. Learn about the amazing rise of artificial intelligence and other new technologies that are impacting education. See what you can do to be the best educator you can be, and how your students can be the best learners they can be.
As beneficial as AI is, it also comes with challenges and the potential for misuse. In this session we will explore ways to address academic integrity concerns, tools and strategies to help monitor AI use, proper citation for AI generated content, ways to encourage positive use of AI in the classrooms, developing your own class set of AI guidelines for students, alternative assessment options, addressing AI bias and inaccuracies, student data privacy, identifying fake content, evaluating AI tools, and more.
AI has been a game changer for formative assessments. Come to this session to find out just how amazing these new tools (and revamped old tools) are for gauging the knowledge of your students (All tools are either new or updated from last year).
District Technology Coach, Ashwaubenon School District
Welcome! I am excited to be presenting Formative Assessment Tools, Canva, and Organize Your Google Life. I am passionate about helping teachers spice up curriculum and standards delivery with integrated technologies that help make learning fun as well as making life easier for the... Read More →
At one time or another we have looked for that perfect resource only to find out that it is a subscription only. Teachers already spend their own money to do what is best for their students. This session will focus on sharing and taking time to investigate FREE resources that are appropriate for Elementary (K-5) and Secondary (6-12) students. Participants are encouraged to bring some of their own to share with the group. This is a combination of the two sessions offered on Tuesday.
This session will showcase how to use Makey Makey to create an interactive poster, interactive museum, interactive math problems, music composition, and uses in physical education! Participants will get to explore and have a hands-on learning experience with Makey Makey. Please note that materials will be provided. Participants should bring a device that has a USB port to use the Makey Makey.
Ashwaubenon has a variety of food options nearby. Check out this image for some fast food options as well as sit down options. Lunch is on your own. Wednesday there is a concert in the park down the road from Ashwaubenon.
There are many Google tools, apps, extensions, and features available to assist all learners. In this session we take an in-depth hands-on look at a wide range of technology tools to assist any and all learners. These can include text-to-speech, speech-to-text, readability, reading comprehension, artificial intelligence tools, audio support, organization, focus, and more. Learn what tools are available and how to access and use these free tools with your students.
Participants will be provided a Padlet filled with articles and podcasts about a wide range of educational topics. Use this time to read from the reading list or read your own professional book or article that you have been waiting to have some time to dig into! If you would like to listen to a podcast, please bring headphones!
District Media Specialist, School District of Mishicot
I have worked in education since 2004, and this will be my 15th year in the School District of Mishicot. I am the District Media Specialist, so I work with teachers throughout the district to teach digital citizenship, literacy, technology skills, and a love for reading and learn... Read More →
In this session we will explore how we can use tech and a small time investment to increase SEL and build classroom culture even at the secondary level.
I have been teaching for 5 years both elementary and middle (math, science, and STEM). My teaching super power is the ability to build relationships and truly connect with students. I am passionate about student centered learning. I look forward to sharing some of these strategies... Read More →
The Adafruit is a powerful circuit playground device that comes in a handy little kit! Participants will explore block coding through the Adafruit coding website to sync with the Adfruit device. The device can be coded to play a game using sound, light and motion sensors as well as attach to peripherals for lighting, displays, and more. Come and explore with coding and the Adafruit Circuit Playground! Participants will need a device that has a USB port to connect and explore with the Adafruit.
Use “hooks” to captivate students’ attention and foster excitement for learning. Learn how to incorporate hooks like the mystery, kinesthetic, technology, safari, and Picasso hooks into your classroom to engage students and set the stage for learning.
Instructional Technology Coordinator, Shawano School District
Ben Brazeau is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Shawano School District, and adjunct professor at UWGB. He has infused technology to create engaging lessons for students in his own classroom and now supports teachers to integrate technology with their students. Ben is... Read More →
You need to differentiate for your students! What does that mean? What does it look like? How can I meet the needs of all of my students? Learn how to support the needs of all of your students through the use of technology tools including screen readers and AI. These tools will help you create materials, and show students how to access learning materials to support their learning.
Instructional Technology Coordinator, Shawano School District
Ben Brazeau is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Shawano School District, and adjunct professor at UWGB. He has infused technology to create engaging lessons for students in his own classroom and now supports teachers to integrate technology with their students. Ben is... Read More →
Raquel is the District Library Media Coordinator for the Green Bay School District. She spent 6 years in elementary libraries, 4 years as a technology integrator (coach) and is currently serving as the coordinator. She has spent all of her time with the Green Bay School District and... Read More →
ChatGPT and Gemini are wonderful, but what other AI tools are available? Thankfully there are many educational AI resources that build on top of these models with tools that are free, provide extra functionality and features, and make the process easier and more convenient for educators. In this session we will explore many of these tools including EduaideAI, Diffit, Twee, MagicSchoolAI, Conker, Curipod, Almanack, QuestionWell, Brisk, Goblin Tools, SchoolAI, Mizou, EnlightenAI, Snorkl, Sorcerer, and more.
"Tinkercad is a free, education-based resource available in a web version or iOS app that allows users to find, edit, design and tinker to create for 3D printing. The resource also has a block-coding option for users to explore! Educators can create classes and have students join to create from a template or specific assignment. Join in on the session to dive into a hands-on learning experience with Tinkercad by Autodesk! Participants should go to Tinkercad's website or download the iOS app to create an Educator account prior to the session: web-based: https://www.tinkercad.com/login iOS app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tinkercad/id1469440830 "
Join us for an engaging session designed to introduce educators to the exciting world of artificial intelligence (AI). In this comprehensive workshop, participants will gain a clear understanding of what AI is, explore its practical applications in education, and learn about effective strategies for integrating AI tools into their teaching practices. From leveraging AI-powered prompts for student success to empowering learners with cutting-edge technologies, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for educators at all levels. (Disclosure: this description was written by ChatGPT)
Raquel is the District Library Media Coordinator for the Green Bay School District. She spent 6 years in elementary libraries, 4 years as a technology integrator (coach) and is currently serving as the coordinator. She has spent all of her time with the Green Bay School District and... Read More →
Find resources for the titles you use in your classroom for read alouds, instructional support, and to engage students in independent reading. Discover book guides, activities, and Multi-Leveled Lessons. Find titles to support literacy instruction. Create lists of titles for units of study. Find engaging resources to support independent reading. TeachingBooks is provided to all Wisconsin schools, public libraries, universities and residents through BadgerLink, Wisconsin’s Online Library funded by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Are you tired of spending hours crafting the perfect lesson plan? This session will equip you with a deep dive into AI-powered lesson planning tools and time-saving hacks.
Students’ lives are increasingly saturated with media and the barriers to creating media are lower than ever. Media literacy encompasses not only media and information analysis, but media creation as well. We will discuss ways of helping students navigate the digital world through evaluating online information, analyzing media and media-making. We will emphasize how media literacy and media creation can elevate students’ voices.
Nick Ostrem is a 3rd - 12th grade Education Engagement Specialist with PBS Wisconsin Education. With a background in archaeology and history education, he strives to empower learners to see themselves in the past, present, and future. In his role he supports educators and students... Read More →
Discover the newest updates and features on TeachingBooks that meet the needs of your work to empower each reader. Join us to see what’s new! This session will focus on the newest features such as Book Resumes, thematic lists, phonics filters and more! TeachingBooks is provided to all Wisconsin schools, public libraries, universities and residents through BadgerLink, Wisconsin’s Online Library funded by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.