Learn From the Best
April Licea, Pullam Elementary
Moderator, Dayra Garcia
Session: Seesaw 101 for Teachers
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Dive in to Seesaw with this introductory session! You'll learn the basics such as creating an assignment from a wide range of activities available through the Seesaw platform, accessing student work samples, and connecting with parents.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Moderator, Dayra Garcia
Session: Seesaw 101 for Teachers
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Dive in to Seesaw with this introductory session! You'll learn the basics such as creating an assignment from a wide range of activities available through the Seesaw platform, accessing student work samples, and connecting with parents.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Ana Patricia Guevara, Benavides Elementary
Session: Annotating With Web Paint Chrome Extension
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
With this training teachers will be able to utilize the functions of various features within Web Paint Chrome extension, in order to annotate not only in Google Slides presentations but in any live web page.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Annotating With Web Paint Chrome Extension
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
With this training teachers will be able to utilize the functions of various features within Web Paint Chrome extension, in order to annotate not only in Google Slides presentations but in any live web page.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Barb Stevanson, Savvas Learning Company
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session: K-5 Myview Literacy Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session: K-5 Myview Literacy Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Bonnie Blan, Learn 360
Session: TexQuest’s Learn360: More Than Video Streaming!
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
This overview of Learn360 will give you a good look at the thousands of resources available for all grade levels and all curriculum areas. There’s so many resources from Science Experiments, Maps and Facts Sheets for Middle School and High School students to Audio Books, Fun Learning Songs and Videos for Early Elementary students. Learn360 has resources from Quality Producers like A&E, BBC, Sesame Street, Reading Rainbow and more! Plan your lessons with the Learn360 Calendar and customize your own My Learn360 Account to share to Google Classroom and other Online Learning Management Systems. We will also cover the new Quiz Feature!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: TexQuest’s Learn360: More Than Video Streaming!
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
This overview of Learn360 will give you a good look at the thousands of resources available for all grade levels and all curriculum areas. There’s so many resources from Science Experiments, Maps and Facts Sheets for Middle School and High School students to Audio Books, Fun Learning Songs and Videos for Early Elementary students. Learn360 has resources from Quality Producers like A&E, BBC, Sesame Street, Reading Rainbow and more! Plan your lessons with the Learn360 Calendar and customize your own My Learn360 Account to share to Google Classroom and other Online Learning Management Systems. We will also cover the new Quiz Feature!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Carlo Amato, Nearpod
Moderators: Daniel Luna & Jason Clark
Sessions: All attendees will walk away with upgraded access to Nearpod!
Nearpod-Flocabulary for Beginners
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Take a dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged in hybrid learning environments. We will also dive into how interactive video can be a game changer in all learning environments. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and tips that can be implemented right away.
Integrate with Nearpod-Flocabulary (Intermediate)
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM - Presenter: Jason Clark)
Take a dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged through integrations like Google Classroom, Flipgrid, and other apps used within BISD. We will also dive into how interactive video can be a game changer in all learning environments. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and pro tips that can be implemented right away.
Integrate with Nearpod-Flocabulary (Advanced)
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Take a deep dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged through integrations like Google Classroom, Flipgrid, and other apps used within BISD. We will also dive into how you can mobilize your existing resources through Google Slides and Schoology. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and pro tips that can be implemented right away.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Subject: All Content Areas
Moderators: Daniel Luna & Jason Clark
Sessions: All attendees will walk away with upgraded access to Nearpod!
Nearpod-Flocabulary for Beginners
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Take a dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged in hybrid learning environments. We will also dive into how interactive video can be a game changer in all learning environments. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and tips that can be implemented right away.
Integrate with Nearpod-Flocabulary (Intermediate)
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM - Presenter: Jason Clark)
Take a dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged through integrations like Google Classroom, Flipgrid, and other apps used within BISD. We will also dive into how interactive video can be a game changer in all learning environments. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and pro tips that can be implemented right away.
Integrate with Nearpod-Flocabulary (Advanced)
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Take a deep dive with us to explore how Nearpod-Flocabulary keeps students seamlessly engaged through integrations like Google Classroom, Flipgrid, and other apps used within BISD. We will also dive into how you can mobilize your existing resources through Google Slides and Schoology. We look forward to an interactive session filled with strategies, new updates, and pro tips that can be implemented right away.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Subject: All Content Areas
Carmen Garcia, Brownsville Early College High School (BECHS)
Moderator: Virginia Sauceda
Session: Best Interactive Breakout Rooms!
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
We will explore the breakout room plugin "Google Meet Breakout Rooms" from Chrome Web Store. These breakout rooms allow students to use the advanced features in Google meet such as the whiteboard and other collaboration tools, not to mention they can be displayed all on a screen allowing the teacher to supervise all groups at the same time.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Moderator: Virginia Sauceda
Session: Best Interactive Breakout Rooms!
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
We will explore the breakout room plugin "Google Meet Breakout Rooms" from Chrome Web Store. These breakout rooms allow students to use the advanced features in Google meet such as the whiteboard and other collaboration tools, not to mention they can be displayed all on a screen allowing the teacher to supervise all groups at the same time.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Chuck Kremer, Savvas Learning Company
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session 3: K-5 Envision Math Realize Digital Platform Refresher
Session 4: K-5 Interactive Science Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session 3: K-5 Envision Math Realize Digital Platform Refresher
Session 4: K-5 Interactive Science Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
David Delgado, Besteiro Middle School
Session: Using Technology to Meet Social/Emotional Needs during COVID-19 Pandemic
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
This session will include examples of how to use Nearpod, Prezi, and Google Meet/Slides to help meet the Social/Emotional needs of our students. This training will cover anxiety, coping, and mental health links to be used by all students/staff during the COVID-19 Pandemic separation.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Advanced
Subject: Career and Technology, Special Education
Session: Using Technology to Meet Social/Emotional Needs during COVID-19 Pandemic
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
This session will include examples of how to use Nearpod, Prezi, and Google Meet/Slides to help meet the Social/Emotional needs of our students. This training will cover anxiety, coping, and mental health links to be used by all students/staff during the COVID-19 Pandemic separation.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Advanced
Subject: Career and Technology, Special Education
David Mitchell, Instructional Technologist
Session: Encourage Students’ Imaginations with Sway in Office 365
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Create and share, stories, presentations and reports online in a highly engaging, interactive, storyline format.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Nature Activities with a Smart Device
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Use a presentation tool and iNaturalist Seek app to encourage outdoor observations and create activities incorporating Technology, ELA, Science and Art (Design)
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: English Language Arts, Electives, Fine Arts, Science
Session: Encourage Students’ Imaginations with Sway in Office 365
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Create and share, stories, presentations and reports online in a highly engaging, interactive, storyline format.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Nature Activities with a Smart Device
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Use a presentation tool and iNaturalist Seek app to encourage outdoor observations and create activities incorporating Technology, ELA, Science and Art (Design)
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: English Language Arts, Electives, Fine Arts, Science
Elizabeth Garcia, Porter Early College High School
Session: Interactive Bitmoji Announcements in Schoology
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Teachers will learn how to add Bitmoji and other clip art into Schoology materials and Updates.These interactive slides can help students navigate their assignments and increase engagement in Schoology.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Advanced
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Interactive Bitmoji Announcements in Schoology
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Teachers will learn how to add Bitmoji and other clip art into Schoology materials and Updates.These interactive slides can help students navigate their assignments and increase engagement in Schoology.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Advanced
Subject: All Content Areas
Erika Flores, Veterans Memorial Early College High School
Session: Virtual Job Shadow: Career Exploration and Career Planning Platform
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Basic Introduction on how to use Flex Lessons. Learn how to create or edit unique lessons that can help students explore career pathways, make connections between their interests and career possibilities, learn about the importance of soft skills, develop postsecondary plans, and much more.
Instructional Level: Secondary
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: Career and Technology
Session: Virtual Job Shadow: Career Exploration and Career Planning Platform
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Basic Introduction on how to use Flex Lessons. Learn how to create or edit unique lessons that can help students explore career pathways, make connections between their interests and career possibilities, learn about the importance of soft skills, develop postsecondary plans, and much more.
Instructional Level: Secondary
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: Career and Technology
Estrella Davila, Microsoft Education
Session: Accessibility in M365
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
Microsoft 365 Accessibility training is available for a range of users including vision, hearing and neurodiversity. Attendees can expect to learn how to set up and navigate the settings within Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 desktop applications including Microsoft Teams.
Session: FlipGrid
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
FlipGrid will be demonstrating all the tools and best practices needed to be successful in making fun presentations as a class. This application will allow your students the opportunity to showcase their unique ideas and voice.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Accessibility in M365
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
Microsoft 365 Accessibility training is available for a range of users including vision, hearing and neurodiversity. Attendees can expect to learn how to set up and navigate the settings within Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 desktop applications including Microsoft Teams.
Session: FlipGrid
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
FlipGrid will be demonstrating all the tools and best practices needed to be successful in making fun presentations as a class. This application will allow your students the opportunity to showcase their unique ideas and voice.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Jason Galvan, Vela Middle School
Session: Designing Digital eBook Posters with Canva
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Participants will be given an introduction to the Canva design platform. An overview of the design process in Canva will be provided which will highlight how users are able to begin the design process using templates, layouts, fonts, photos, and other tools. The focus of this session will be on creating reading lists for students to be posted on campus websites (or shared via PDF files). The reading lists will contain links to eBook sites (Destiny Discover or MackinVIA) and allow the students to access the eBooks. This is a great way to advertise eBook content for students. Participants will be shown various ways to make this content appealing for students through the variety of Canva tools available.
Session: Learn How to Build Bitmoji Virtual Libraries and Classrooms with Google Slides
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Participants will learn how to create dynamic virtual libraries and classrooms with Google Slides. The presenter will go step by step in demonstrating how to take custom screenshots, import photos, customize images to get transparent backgrounds, include objects, use layering techniques, strategize placement of objects, utilize links, incorporate maps, plan around available eBook selections (on Destiny Discover or MackinVIA), develop concepts/themes, and publish on websites (including Weebly).
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Designing Digital eBook Posters with Canva
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Participants will be given an introduction to the Canva design platform. An overview of the design process in Canva will be provided which will highlight how users are able to begin the design process using templates, layouts, fonts, photos, and other tools. The focus of this session will be on creating reading lists for students to be posted on campus websites (or shared via PDF files). The reading lists will contain links to eBook sites (Destiny Discover or MackinVIA) and allow the students to access the eBooks. This is a great way to advertise eBook content for students. Participants will be shown various ways to make this content appealing for students through the variety of Canva tools available.
Session: Learn How to Build Bitmoji Virtual Libraries and Classrooms with Google Slides
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Participants will learn how to create dynamic virtual libraries and classrooms with Google Slides. The presenter will go step by step in demonstrating how to take custom screenshots, import photos, customize images to get transparent backgrounds, include objects, use layering techniques, strategize placement of objects, utilize links, incorporate maps, plan around available eBook selections (on Destiny Discover or MackinVIA), develop concepts/themes, and publish on websites (including Weebly).
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Jen Johnson, PowerSchool Schoology
Julie Pedraza, BISD MIS Supervisor
Session: Using Google with Schoology (Beginner)
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
In this course, participants will learn how both instructors and students can easily access live Google content from anywhere in the Schoology platform. We will look at using Google Drive to create assignments and collect student work that results in a paperless, organized workflow. In addition, learn how to embed Google Presentations and Forms to enhance your instruction. Add Google Meets Link to your Schoology!!
Session: Schoology: Enhancing Instruction with Embeddable Content (Intermediate)
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Schoology: Enhancing Instruction with Embeddable Content is designed to empower instructors to harness the native power of Schoology alongside a wealth of external web-based tools. When embedding content in Schoology, instructors and course developers dramatically enhance their instruction by creating dynamic and engaging learner experiences.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Subject: All Content Areas
Julie Pedraza, BISD MIS Supervisor
Session: Using Google with Schoology (Beginner)
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
In this course, participants will learn how both instructors and students can easily access live Google content from anywhere in the Schoology platform. We will look at using Google Drive to create assignments and collect student work that results in a paperless, organized workflow. In addition, learn how to embed Google Presentations and Forms to enhance your instruction. Add Google Meets Link to your Schoology!!
Session: Schoology: Enhancing Instruction with Embeddable Content (Intermediate)
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Schoology: Enhancing Instruction with Embeddable Content is designed to empower instructors to harness the native power of Schoology alongside a wealth of external web-based tools. When embedding content in Schoology, instructors and course developers dramatically enhance their instruction by creating dynamic and engaging learner experiences.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Subject: All Content Areas
Joel Guzman, Rivera Early College High School
Session: Schoology: A High Schools Teacher's Use
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Join High School Rivera Teacher, Mr. Joel Guzman, on his daily use of Schoology to connect and engage his students!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Contents, ELAR
Session: Schoology: A High Schools Teacher's Use
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Join High School Rivera Teacher, Mr. Joel Guzman, on his daily use of Schoology to connect and engage his students!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Contents, ELAR
Julio Martinez, Garcia Middle School
Susana Ramirez, Garcia Middle School
Session: Schoology Courses: Unclutter Your Classroom or Else...
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Garcia Middle School Algebra Teacher, Ms. Susana Ramirez and Assistant Principal/Ambassador Mr. Julio Martinez, will go over the best tips for managing and uncluttering your Schoology Classroom! Join to learn best practices!!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Susana Ramirez, Garcia Middle School
Session: Schoology Courses: Unclutter Your Classroom or Else...
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Garcia Middle School Algebra Teacher, Ms. Susana Ramirez and Assistant Principal/Ambassador Mr. Julio Martinez, will go over the best tips for managing and uncluttering your Schoology Classroom! Join to learn best practices!!
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Katheryn Allala King, BISD-Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Session: Using Google Maps in Social Studies
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
The Jane Goodall Institute developed a program entitled, "Roots & Shoots" that includes lessons for elementary students to learn Google Maps, but it is interesting for all ages since it is a new technology. Come to see how to do the same for your students.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: Social Studies
Session: Using Google Maps in Social Studies
(Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
The Jane Goodall Institute developed a program entitled, "Roots & Shoots" that includes lessons for elementary students to learn Google Maps, but it is interesting for all ages since it is a new technology. Come to see how to do the same for your students.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: Social Studies
Katy Castillo, Microsoft Education
Session: Teams Meetings
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
We'll go over how to create, join and collaborate in a Teams Meetings.
Session: Breakout Rooms in Teams
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Breakout Rooms will consist of learning how to start breakout rooms, some best practices for those rooms and how to manage the breakout rooms.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Teams Meetings
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
We'll go over how to create, join and collaborate in a Teams Meetings.
Session: Breakout Rooms in Teams
(Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Breakout Rooms will consist of learning how to start breakout rooms, some best practices for those rooms and how to manage the breakout rooms.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Krissy Solomon, Microsoft Education
Session: Microsoft 365 Overview
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Learn tips, tricks, and best application of the Microsoft 365 Suite.
Session: PowerPoint
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Learn tips and tricks to build out an effective and interactive PowerPoint presentation.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Microsoft 365 Overview
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Learn tips, tricks, and best application of the Microsoft 365 Suite.
Session: PowerPoint
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Learn tips and tricks to build out an effective and interactive PowerPoint presentation.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Linda Sangurima, Savvas Learning Company
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session: K-5 MyWorld Social Studies Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Co-Presenter: Gonzalo Garza, Jr.
Session: K-5 MyWorld Social Studies Realize Digital Platform Refresher
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Our Savvas Specialist will give an overview and review of the Teacher Digital Resources available on the teachers Savvas Realize digital teaching/learning platform.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Lorena Martinez, Technology Lead Teacher
Session: Technology Medley
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
In this session you will learn about Ed Tech training and resources available to BISD teachers and staff. We will also share a few online tools available for free, as well as tips on how to integrate these.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Technology Medley
(Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
In this session you will learn about Ed Tech training and resources available to BISD teachers and staff. We will also share a few online tools available for free, as well as tips on how to integrate these.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Lupita Sanchez, Veterans Memorial Early College High School
Session: Schoology Conferencing Tool - Big Blue Button
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Come and learn how you can stay connected with students on Schoology! Learn some tips and tricks when using the Big Blue Button Conferencing tool and its teacher safety features.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Schoology Conferencing Tool - Big Blue Button
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM)
Come and learn how you can stay connected with students on Schoology! Learn some tips and tricks when using the Big Blue Button Conferencing tool and its teacher safety features.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Maria C. Lara, Principal - Garza Elementary
Beatriz Porras, Dean of Instruction
Aranda Zrubek, 3rd Grade Teacher
Session: Teacher Tech Tools
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Interactive Sites and Tools to help deliver your lessons.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics
Beatriz Porras, Dean of Instruction
Aranda Zrubek, 3rd Grade Teacher
Session: Teacher Tech Tools
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
Interactive Sites and Tools to help deliver your lessons.
Instructional Level: Elementary
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: English Language Arts, Mathematics
Mario I. Rojas, Vela Middle School
Moderator: Carlos R. Correa
Session: The Power of Technology: Worksheets and Assessments
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Win your time back by creating fun and interactive assignments.
Instructional Level: Secondary, All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Moderator: Carlos R. Correa
Session: The Power of Technology: Worksheets and Assessments
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Win your time back by creating fun and interactive assignments.
Instructional Level: Secondary, All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Matthew R. Vancelette, Cromack Elementary
Session: Introduction to Schoology: Visual and Performing Arts Teachers
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Teachers! Take a Dive into an introduction to Schoology. Learn some tips and best practices for Elective and Visual & Performing Arts Teachers.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: Electives, Fine Arts
Session: Introduction to Schoology: Visual and Performing Arts Teachers
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am)
Teachers! Take a Dive into an introduction to Schoology. Learn some tips and best practices for Elective and Visual & Performing Arts Teachers.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: Electives, Fine Arts
Michelle Faber, Infobase (Hoonuit)
Session: Infobase Learning Cloud (formerly Hoonuit)
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Needing to fulfill your Technology PD hours? Bilingual hours? How about earn CPE hours towards your recertification? Come learn about Infobase's Learning Cloud that provides online teacher PD, as well as online training for all staff, students and parents.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Infobase Learning Cloud (formerly Hoonuit)
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
Needing to fulfill your Technology PD hours? Bilingual hours? How about earn CPE hours towards your recertification? Come learn about Infobase's Learning Cloud that provides online teacher PD, as well as online training for all staff, students and parents.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Mindy Thielges, Wacom for Education
Session: Getting Started with Wacom Tablets & Pen Displays
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
In this session, learn how to set up a Wacom tablet and/or pen display with your PC/MAC or Chromebook. We will cover which device(s) are best to use while teaching remotely or in person and how to keep student engaged using apps you love and some you may not know about.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Getting Started with Wacom Tablets & Pen Displays
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM)
In this session, learn how to set up a Wacom tablet and/or pen display with your PC/MAC or Chromebook. We will cover which device(s) are best to use while teaching remotely or in person and how to keep student engaged using apps you love and some you may not know about.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Samuel G. Ortiz, Brownsville Early College High School
Moderator: Eduardo Abrego
Session: Teams Channels & Breakout Rooms
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
This workshop will provide a brief overview of Microsoft Teams, how to group students in channels, and the newest meeting and grouping updates, such as creating breakout rooms. While grouping provides a key component to student engagement in the classroom, many strategies become difficult to effectively practice in an online setting. Microsoft Teams provides different ways to create instructional groups which enable more student to student classroom interactions.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Moderator: Eduardo Abrego
Session: Teams Channels & Breakout Rooms
(Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM)
This workshop will provide a brief overview of Microsoft Teams, how to group students in channels, and the newest meeting and grouping updates, such as creating breakout rooms. While grouping provides a key component to student engagement in the classroom, many strategies become difficult to effectively practice in an online setting. Microsoft Teams provides different ways to create instructional groups which enable more student to student classroom interactions.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Simon Puente, Stell Middle School
Session: Remote Learning: Immersive Reader and Accessibility Tools for Differentiation and Engagement
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Our mission is to empower all teachers and students within classrooms throughout BISD to achieve more, especially during remote learning. Immersive Reader, Read&Write Chrome Extension, and Nearpod, together with other assistive technologies, offer features that make computers easier to use for everyone – giving teachers the opportunity to provide personalized learning, and students an improved experience and equal opportunity in the classroom. Mr. Puente will showcase some amazing tools for you in this session.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Session: Remote Learning: Immersive Reader and Accessibility Tools for Differentiation and Engagement
(Session 1 - 8:00 - 9:00 am, Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM, Session 4 - 12:30 - 1:30 PM, Session 5 - 1:45 - 2:45 PM, Session 6 - 3:00 - 4:00 PM)
Our mission is to empower all teachers and students within classrooms throughout BISD to achieve more, especially during remote learning. Immersive Reader, Read&Write Chrome Extension, and Nearpod, together with other assistive technologies, offer features that make computers easier to use for everyone – giving teachers the opportunity to provide personalized learning, and students an improved experience and equal opportunity in the classroom. Mr. Puente will showcase some amazing tools for you in this session.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Intermediate
Subject: All Content Areas
Vero G. Frady, Lopez Early College High School
Melissa Perez, Lopez Early College High School
Session: Flipping a Virtual Classroom
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
Tired of lecturing to a screen with cameras off and ceiling fans? Try a Flipped Classroom and hold students accountable for their own learning. In this session we will learn how to create a quick easy video on PowerPoint, look at various activities to keep students engaged in active learning and discuss platforms to showcase your created videos.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas
Melissa Perez, Lopez Early College High School
Session: Flipping a Virtual Classroom
(Session 2 - 9:15 - 10:15 AM, Session 3 - 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
Tired of lecturing to a screen with cameras off and ceiling fans? Try a Flipped Classroom and hold students accountable for their own learning. In this session we will learn how to create a quick easy video on PowerPoint, look at various activities to keep students engaged in active learning and discuss platforms to showcase your created videos.
Instructional Level: All Levels
Skill Level: Beginner
Subject: All Content Areas