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Welcome to Get Your Tech On!  We are excited to offer a lineup of experts to learn from and be inspired by!  

We are so excited to welcome Alice Keeler as our keynote speaker. In addition, we are featuring four of our Digital Tool Vendors and over 17 amazing Jeffco Rock-star Educators, all providing amazing content that will equip and inspire all educators to elevate student engagement and success!

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Saturday, February 22
 

9:40am MST

Empower Every Learner: Accessibility Tools on Chromebooks
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W211
 Discover how Chromebooks can create inclusive learning environments for all students. In this session, we’ll dive into accessibility features designed to support diverse learning needs, from text-to-speech tools and screen magnification to voice commands and visual adjustments. Join us to learn how these tools can empower students to access, engage, and succeed in the digital classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Niki Smith

Niki Smith

Professional Development Specialist, Bluum
Niki was a teacher for 24 years prior to joining the Professional Development team at Bluum two years ago. She taught a variety of grade levels and content areas throughout her teaching career ranging from elementary P.E to 11th grade ELA. Niki loved using technology in the classroom... Read More →
Chromebook Accessibility pdf
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W211
  Vendor Expert

9:40am MST

Enhance Student Learning with Book Creator's New Feature: Digital Student Portfolios!
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W204
In this interactive session, discover how to transform student learning experiences with digital portfolios using Book Creator. We'll explore how this versatile tool empowers students to showcase their achievements, reflect on their learning journeys, and develop essential digital literacy skills. You'll learn step-by-step how to create engaging, multimedia-rich portfolios that include text, images, audio, and video, all in an intuitive drag-and-drop format. Whether for assessment, project-based learning, or personal reflection, digital portfolios foster creativity, ownership, and meaningful engagement in student learning.
Presenters
avatar for Catherine Frank

Catherine Frank

Teacher Success Manager, Book Creator
Catherine is a Teacher Success Manager at Book Creator. She loves working with districts to support them with implementing Book Creator into their curriculum. She also trains teachers around the world on how to leverage Book Creator to bring creativity and engagement into all cla... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W204
  Vendor Expert

9:40am MST

Minecraft Education: From Pixels to Possibilities
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W104
Minecraft Education is more than just a popular game – it's a powerful teaching tool packed with hundreds of engaging, ready-made lesson plans that align with your curriculum. From Math and Science to Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, Music and more, Minecraft Education sparks creativity and collaboration across all subjects. Come see how Minecraft Education can transform your classroom into a dynamic, engaging learning environment where every student thrives!

No login or prior Minecraft experience required.
Presenters
avatar for Michelle Armstrong

Michelle Armstrong

MinecraftEDU facilitator, Logics Academy
Michelle Armstrong - Director of Events and Community, Logics AcademyAs a former teacher and technology coach, Michelle Armstrong is a seasoned educator and technology advocate with nearly two decades of classroom experience.  She left the classroom in 2015 to open the Canadian Subsidiary... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W104
  Vendor Expert

9:40am MST

SEL with Sound: Building Empathy Through Audio Storytelling!
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W202
Want to help students express themselves and connect with others? Soundtrap is your secret weapon for SEL!

Join Justin Polk, from Soundtrap for Education to explore how audio projects can build empathy, self-awareness, and collaboration. Create a reflection podcast and leave with strategies to support your students' emotional growth.

Note: You will need access to Soundtrap for this session. Please make sure to bring a laptop and headphones. If you do not have access to Soundtrap please email me for support prior to this session.

Justin Polk (justin@soundtrap.com)
Presenters
avatar for Justin

Justin

Customer Success Manager, Soundtrap for Education
LO

Leandro Otero

Soundtrap
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W202
  Vendor Expert

9:40am MST

Supercharge Curiosity with Discovery Education
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W212
Eager to ignite curiosity, connect students to real careers, and bring the world into your classroom? 

This session will show you how to harness Discovery Education Experience to transform student engagement and learning outcomes. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to deepen your expertise, you'll discover practical ways to integrate real-world content, connect with industry professionals through Career Connect, and create cross-curricular learning experiences that stick. Join us to see how Discovery Education Experience can supercharge student curiosity and prepare learners for future success!
Presenters
avatar for Tosha Woods

Tosha Woods

Discovery Ed
Tosha Woods is a Partner Success Manager at Discovery Education, helping schools implement effective learning solutions to empower students and transform the classroom experience. An experienced educator, she began as a high school English and elementary teacher, co-founded an innovative... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W212
  Vendor Expert

9:40am MST

Transform Your Classroom with Pear Deck's AI-Powered Lessons
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W102
Maximize student engagement and learning outcomes with Pear Deck. Our powerful add-on for Google Slides seamlessly integrates technology into your classroom, transforming ordinary lessons into interactive experiences. With our new feature Instant Pear Decks, powered by AI, you can quickly create differentiated lessons aligned to specific standards. Simply input a standard, lesson target, website, or PDF, and let our AI do the rest. Come learn how every student can participate, collaborate, and succeed in a more engaging and effective learning environment.
Presenters
avatar for Jackie Grummel

Jackie Grummel

Manager of Customer Education & Services, GoGuardian/Pear Deck Learning
Saturday February 22, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am MST
Room W102
  Vendor Expert, Pear Deck

10:50am MST

Accessibility for All with Google Apps
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W211
Attendees will learn strategies and best practices for creating accessible, inclusive classrooms. Discover tools and features within Google Apps that enhance accessibility for students, staff, and community members. This session will empower educators to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
Presenters
avatar for Niki Smith

Niki Smith

Professional Development Specialist, Bluum
Niki was a teacher for 24 years prior to joining the Professional Development team at Bluum two years ago. She taught a variety of grade levels and content areas throughout her teaching career ranging from elementary P.E to 11th grade ELA. Niki loved using technology in the classroom... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W211
  Vendor Expert

10:50am MST

Getting Started with Book Creator
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W204
Dive into the world of digital storytelling and content creation with Book Creator! Whether you want to craft eBooks, journals, research reports, or collaborative projects, Book Creator offers a fun, intuitive platform for expressing creativity. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start using Book Creator in your classroom, enhancing student engagement and fostering creativity in learning.
Presenters
avatar for Catherine Frank

Catherine Frank

Teacher Success Manager, Book Creator
Catherine is a Teacher Success Manager at Book Creator. She loves working with districts to support them with implementing Book Creator into their curriculum. She also trains teachers around the world on how to leverage Book Creator to bring creativity and engagement into all cla... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W204
  Vendor Expert

10:50am MST

Minecraft Education: From Pixels to Possibilities
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W104
Minecraft Education is more than just a popular game – it's a powerful teaching tool packed with hundreds of engaging, ready-made lesson plans that align with your curriculum. From Math and Science to Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, Music and more, Minecraft Education sparks creativity and collaboration across all subjects. Come see how Minecraft Education can transform your classroom into a dynamic, engaging learning environment where every student thrives!

No login or prior Minecraft experience required.
Presenters
avatar for Michelle Armstrong

Michelle Armstrong

MinecraftEDU facilitator, Logics Academy
Michelle Armstrong - Director of Events and Community, Logics AcademyAs a former teacher and technology coach, Michelle Armstrong is a seasoned educator and technology advocate with nearly two decades of classroom experience.  She left the classroom in 2015 to open the Canadian Subsidiary... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W104
  Vendor Expert

10:50am MST

Podcasting Power: Amplify Student Voice in Every Subject!
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W202
Podcasts aren’t just for NPR—they’re for your classroom too! Discover how student podcasting can transform ELA, social studies, science, and even math. You’ll create a mini-podcast during the session and leave with ready-to-use lesson ideas to get your students talking (and listening)!

Note: You will need access to Soundtrap and headphones for this session, for login help reach out to justin@soundtrap.com
Presenters
avatar for Justin

Justin

Customer Success Manager, Soundtrap for Education
LO

Leandro Otero

Soundtrap
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W202
  Vendor Expert

10:50am MST

Supercharge Curiosity with Discovery Education
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W212
Eager to ignite curiosity, connect students to real careers, and bring the world into your classroom? 

This session will show you how to harness Discovery Education Experience to transform student engagement and learning outcomes. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to deepen your expertise, you'll discover practical ways to integrate real-world content, connect with industry professionals through Career Connect, and create cross-curricular learning experiences that stick. Join us to see how Discovery Education Experience can supercharge student curiosity and prepare learners for future success!
Presenters
avatar for Tosha Woods

Tosha Woods

Discovery Ed
Tosha Woods is a Partner Success Manager at Discovery Education, helping schools implement effective learning solutions to empower students and transform the classroom experience. An experienced educator, she began as a high school English and elementary teacher, co-founded an innovative... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W212
  Vendor Expert

10:50am MST

Transform Your Classroom with Pear Deck's AI-Powered Lessons
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W102
Maximize student engagement and learning outcomes with Pear Deck. Our powerful add-on for Google Slides seamlessly integrates technology into your classroom, transforming ordinary lessons into interactive experiences. With our new feature Instant Pear Decks, powered by AI, you can quickly create differentiated lessons aligned to specific standards. Simply input a standard, lesson target, website, or PDF, and let our AI do the rest. Come learn how every student can participate, collaborate, and succeed in a more engaging and effective learning environment.
Presenters
avatar for Jackie Grummel

Jackie Grummel

Manager of Customer Education & Services, GoGuardian/Pear Deck Learning
Saturday February 22, 2025 10:50am - 11:50am MST
Room W102
  Vendor Expert

12:50pm MST

Empower Every Learner: Accessibility Tools on Chromebooks
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W211
 Discover how Chromebooks can create inclusive learning environments for all students. In this session, we’ll dive into accessibility features designed to support diverse learning needs, from text-to-speech tools and screen magnification to voice commands and visual adjustments. Join us to learn how these tools can empower students to access, engage, and succeed in the digital classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Niki Smith

Niki Smith

Professional Development Specialist, Bluum
Niki was a teacher for 24 years prior to joining the Professional Development team at Bluum two years ago. She taught a variety of grade levels and content areas throughout her teaching career ranging from elementary P.E to 11th grade ELA. Niki loved using technology in the classroom... Read More →
Chromebook Accessibility pdf
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W211
  Vendor Expert

12:50pm MST

Enhance Student Learning with Book Creator's New Feature: Digital Student Portfolios!
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W204
In this interactive session, discover how to transform student learning experiences with digital portfolios using Book Creator. We'll explore how this versatile tool empowers students to showcase their achievements, reflect on their learning journeys, and develop essential digital literacy skills. You'll learn step-by-step how to create engaging, multimedia-rich portfolios that include text, images, audio, and video, all in an intuitive drag-and-drop format. Whether for assessment, project-based learning, or personal reflection, digital portfolios foster creativity, ownership, and meaningful engagement in student learning. 
Presenters
avatar for Catherine Frank

Catherine Frank

Teacher Success Manager, Book Creator
Catherine is a Teacher Success Manager at Book Creator. She loves working with districts to support them with implementing Book Creator into their curriculum. She also trains teachers around the world on how to leverage Book Creator to bring creativity and engagement into all cla... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W204
  Vendor Expert

12:50pm MST

Minecraft Education: From Pixels to Possibilities
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W104
Minecraft Education is more than just a popular game – it's a powerful teaching tool packed with hundreds of engaging, ready-made lesson plans that align with your curriculum. From Math and Science to Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, Music and more, Minecraft Education sparks creativity and collaboration across all subjects. Come see how Minecraft Education can transform your classroom into a dynamic, engaging learning environment where every student thrives!

No login or prior Minecraft experience required.
Presenters
avatar for Michelle Armstrong

Michelle Armstrong

MinecraftEDU facilitator, Logics Academy
Michelle Armstrong - Director of Events and Community, Logics AcademyAs a former teacher and technology coach, Michelle Armstrong is a seasoned educator and technology advocate with nearly two decades of classroom experience.  She left the classroom in 2015 to open the Canadian Subsidiary... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W104
  Vendor Expert

12:50pm MST

Podcasting Power: Amplify Student Voice in Every Subject!
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W202
Podcasts aren’t just for NPR—they’re for your classroom too! Discover how student podcasting can transform ELA, social studies, science, and even math. You’ll create a mini-podcast during the session and leave with ready-to-use lesson ideas to get your students talking (and listening)!

Note: You will need access to Soundtrap and headphones for this session, for login help reach out to justin@soundtrap.com

Presenters
avatar for Justin

Justin

Customer Success Manager, Soundtrap for Education
LO

Leandro Otero

Soundtrap
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W202
  Vendor Expert

12:50pm MST

Transform Your Classroom with Pear Deck's AI-Powered Lessons
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W102
Maximize student engagement and learning outcomes with Pear Deck. Our powerful add-on for Google Slides seamlessly integrates technology into your classroom, transforming ordinary lessons into interactive experiences. With our new feature Instant Pear Decks, powered by AI, you can quickly create differentiated lessons aligned to specific standards. Simply input a standard, lesson target, website, or PDF, and let our AI do the rest. Come learn how every student can participate, collaborate, and succeed in a more engaging and effective learning environment.
Presenters
avatar for Jackie Grummel

Jackie Grummel

Manager of Customer Education & Services, GoGuardian/Pear Deck Learning
Saturday February 22, 2025 12:50pm - 1:50pm MST
Room W102
  Vendor Expert, Pear Deck

2:00pm MST

Accessibility for All with Google Apps
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W211
Attendees will learn strategies and best practices for creating accessible, inclusive classrooms. Discover tools and features within Google Apps that enhance accessibility for students, staff, and community members. This session will empower educators to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
Presenters
avatar for Niki Smith

Niki Smith

Professional Development Specialist, Bluum
Niki was a teacher for 24 years prior to joining the Professional Development team at Bluum two years ago. She taught a variety of grade levels and content areas throughout her teaching career ranging from elementary P.E to 11th grade ELA. Niki loved using technology in the classroom... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W211
  Vendor Expert

2:00pm MST

Getting Started with Book Creator
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W204
Dive into the world of digital storytelling and content creation with Book Creator! Whether you want to craft eBooks, journals, research reports, or collaborative projects, Book Creator offers a fun, intuitive platform for expressing creativity. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start using Book Creator in your classroom, enhancing student engagement and fostering creativity in learning.

Presenters
avatar for Catherine Frank

Catherine Frank

Teacher Success Manager, Book Creator
Catherine is a Teacher Success Manager at Book Creator. She loves working with districts to support them with implementing Book Creator into their curriculum. She also trains teachers around the world on how to leverage Book Creator to bring creativity and engagement into all cla... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W204
  Vendor Expert

2:00pm MST

Minecraft Education: Beyond the Basics
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W104
Ready to take your Minecraft Education experience to the next level? This follow-up workshop dives deeper into the world of Minecraft Education, equipping you with more advanced skills needed to unlock its full potential.

Join us as we look deeper into automating our building by coding directly within the game using Blocks, while also exploring the potential to code in Javascript, and Python!

Prepare to become a Minecraft Education ninja and unleash a world of creative learning possibilities in your classroom!

This workshop requires a device with Minecraft already installed and a Minecraft Education account.
Presenters
avatar for Michelle Armstrong

Michelle Armstrong

MinecraftEDU facilitator, Logics Academy
Michelle Armstrong - Director of Events and Community, Logics AcademyAs a former teacher and technology coach, Michelle Armstrong is a seasoned educator and technology advocate with nearly two decades of classroom experience.  She left the classroom in 2015 to open the Canadian Subsidiary... Read More →
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W104
  Vendor Expert

2:00pm MST

SEL with Sound: Building Empathy Through Audio Storytelling!
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W202
Want to help students express themselves and connect with others? Soundtrap is your secret weapon for SEL!

Join Justin Polk, from Soundtrap for Education to explore how audio projects can build empathy, self-awareness, and collaboration. Create a reflection podcast and leave with strategies to support your students' emotional growth.

Note: You will need access to Soundtrap for this session. Please make sure to bring a laptop and headphones. If you do not have access to Soundtrap please email me for support prior to this session.

Justin Polk (justin@soundtrap.com)
Presenters
avatar for Justin

Justin

Customer Success Manager, Soundtrap for Education
LO

Leandro Otero

Soundtrap
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W202
  Vendor Expert

2:00pm MST

Transform Your Classroom with Pear Deck's AI-Powered Lessons
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W102
Maximize student engagement and learning outcomes with Pear Deck. Our powerful add-on for Google Slides seamlessly integrates technology into your classroom, transforming ordinary lessons into interactive experiences. With our new feature Instant Pear Decks, powered by AI, you can quickly create differentiated lessons aligned to specific standards. Simply input a standard, lesson target, website, or PDF, and let our AI do the rest. Come learn how every student can participate, collaborate, and succeed in a more engaging and effective learning environment.
Presenters
avatar for Jackie Grummel

Jackie Grummel

Manager of Customer Education & Services, GoGuardian/Pear Deck Learning
Saturday February 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room W102
  Vendor Expert
 
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