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Middle School, Meet Your New CS Students
Tuesday August 19, 2025 TBA
After a year of computer science the kids will start coming to the middle school with a new skill set they can use to demonstrate their learning.  In this session I will share what the 4th graders have done and a little of what the youngers are doing as well.  It will be time for the brave to try something new. Its not for everyone but everyone can do it.  
Tuesday August 19, 2025 TBA
  Computer Science

7:45am CDT

Codings for Cubs: Arduino Basics for Nevada Teachers
Tuesday August 19, 2025 7:45am - 9:15am CDT
Teachers will dive into Arduino by building simple circuits, writing code, and exploring ways to bring hands-on technology into the classroom through fun and engaging activities. This session works well for STEM lessons, makerspaces, and project-based learning. No coding experience required. Let’s get coding, Cubs!
Speakers
CR

Cassie Rutherford

Iowa State University
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Joshua Peschel

Associate Professor and Associate Chair for Research and Extension, Iowa State University
Dr. Joshua Peschel is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair for Research and Extension in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University. Dr. Peschel conducts research in the area of cyber-agricultural systems where he and his students create... Read More →
Tuesday August 19, 2025 7:45am - 9:15am CDT
  Computer Science, Tools

9:30am CDT

Declutter Your Canvas Course with TidyUp
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Is your Canvas course starting to feel a little messy? Too many old files, hard to find content, unused pages, or things you swear you deleted? TidyUp by Cidi Labs is here to help! This easy-to-use tool makes cleaning up your course quick and painless—no tech degree required.
In this relaxed, hands-on session, we’ll show middle and high school teachers how to:
  • Find and delete unused or duplicate stuff
  • Keep your course neat and student-friendly
  • Save time when prepping for a new term
  • Make your Canvas space feel a little less overwhelming
Speakers
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Carrie Hillman

Technology Integrationist, Nevada Community Schools
Carrie is an educator who has always had a passion for using and integrating technology in meaningful and powerful ways. Carrie is the Technology Integration Specialist for the Nevada Community School District. She assists teachers and students with infusing technology into the curriculum while inspiring them to think and learn in new ways. Carrie also is an assistant teaching professor at Iowa State University, in which she works with pre-service teachers on designing effective courses... Read More →
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Design, Organization

9:30am CDT

UDL: Teaching Smarter, Not Harder
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Let’s be real—Nevada has supported lots of incredible learning for teachers. This session will dive into Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how it can actually make your job easier while helping all students thrive. We'll focus on connecting past PD with the accessible skills and focuses found in UDL.
Speakers
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Katie Borton

HS Science
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Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Design, UDL

9:30am CDT

Building Thinking Classrooms (Elementary Focus)
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Overview of Peter Lilijedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms and thinking tasks for elementary students. I trialed this in my classroom this year, and saw great success with problem-solving skills at the elementary level. 
Speakers
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Kedra Hamilton

Instructional Guide, Nevada Community Schools
I have taught all grades K -4 since 2002 at Central Elementary School in Nevada, Iowa. My mission is to empower and excite those around me to confidently use their voice, take risks in order to grow, and make positive choices. I strive to nurture and inspire health, kindness, and... Read More →
BE
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Strategies

9:30am CDT

Early Childhood
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
For all teachers who teach PS, EK, and K to have time to review various skills and procedures such as Visual Phonics, social contract for littles, guided/shared reading, etc. A focused review before the start of the new year to get our littles the best foundation for learning!
Speakers
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Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Strategies

9:30am CDT

Teach Happier This School Year
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
This session will focus around the "Teach Happier This School Year" book and podcast by Suzanne Dailey. We will reflect on what happiness means, what helped us as educators be happy last school year, and gain some tools for the upcoming year. 
Speakers
KA

Kris Arganbright

MS Reading/ELA Teacher
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Strategies

9:30am CDT

The Myth of Multitasking
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Can you multitask better than an 8th grader? Come learn about this myth called multitasking and try some activities we did with our 8th grade classes.  You may be surprised by the results!  You will leave with some ideas to use in your classroom and maybe even at home! 
Speakers
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Kate Wieczorek

Secondary Math, Nevada Middle School
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Allison Duling

Middle School Behavior Specialist
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
  Instructional Strategies

10:30am CDT

Elementary Computer Science
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Sharing some things I have learned through my first year teaching computer science and how I could have utilized it my regular classroom.  Come join and see the tools the students are using and then get some time to try it for yourself.   
Speakers
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Corey Barloon

Elementary Computer Science Teacher
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
  Computer Science

10:30am CDT

Accessibility Matters: UDOIT
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Accessibility can sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! UDOIT (pronounced “You Do It”) by Cidi Labs makes it easy to check your Canvas course for accessibility issues and fix them fast—no coding, no stress.
In this friendly, hands-on session, we’ll walk you through how to:
  • Use UDOIT to scan your course for common accessibility issues
  • Understand why accessibility matters (and how it helps all students)
  • Quickly fix things like missing alt text, heading structure, and color contrast
  • Create a more inclusive, user-friendly learning environment
If you’ve ever wondered whether your Canvas course works well for everyone—this is your chance to find out and make it even better. No tech jargon, just practical tips you can use right away!
Speakers
avatar for Carrie Hillman

Carrie Hillman

Technology Integrationist, Nevada Community Schools
Carrie is an educator who has always had a passion for using and integrating technology in meaningful and powerful ways. Carrie is the Technology Integration Specialist for the Nevada Community School District. She assists teachers and students with infusing technology into the curriculum while inspiring them to think and learn in new ways. Carrie also is an assistant teaching professor at Iowa State University, in which she works with pre-service teachers on designing effective courses... Read More →
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
  Instructional Design, UDL

10:30am CDT

The Numeracy Project
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Discover how to implement The Numeracy Project in your math classroom! Explore assessments and diagnostic tools, analyze student thinking, and apply data-driven strategies to target learning needs and boost numeracy growth in your students. 
Speakers
AI

Allison Ingham

Middle School Teacher, Nevada Middle School
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Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
  Instructional Strategies

10:30am CDT

You Have to Engage Them Before They Can Learn
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
If you struggle with engaging all students, this session is for you. In this session, learn strategies that lead to authentic engagement or deep, meaningful involvement.  We will balance learning with time to plan for implementation.  You want your students to learn so gain more ways to help them find their place at the table.
Speakers
MF
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
  Instructional Strategies
 
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