The United States Marine Corps has 11 Leadership Principles designed to teach Marines how to lead their troops into combat. I've translated those principles into classroom and teacher leadership. Participants of this session will gain insight to how I apply the USMC's 11 Leadership Principles to my students and my career each day.
What do you consider major and minor disruptive behaviors in your classroom? What is your response when these behaviors occur? In this session, we will categorize behaviors, discuss ways to be proactive, and look at next steps to take when disruptions occur.
Session Cap: 25 people Increasing positive behavior in the classroom through feedback is an effective way to encourage students and create a supportive learning environment. In this session, we will discuss the importance of providing feedback to both Tier 1 and Tier 2 students. By incorporating feedback strategies, teachers can create a classroom environment where positive behavior is recognized, reinforced, and ultimately becomes the norm.
Join fellow makerspace educators in a collaborative PLC-style session designed to spark reflection, deepen purpose, and share best practices. Through guided questions and intentional dialogue, we’ll explore key areas like student engagement, project planning, tool management, and assessment. Whether you’re building a makerspace from scratch or looking to refine your current program, this session offers time to connect, align, and walk away with actionable strategies to reimagine what’s possible for your students. Come ready to contribute ideas, ask questions, and grow your makerspace mindset.
Stop talking about differentiation and start doing it! In this hands-on session, you'll explore what makes an effective choice board that offers real challenge and engagement for all students—especially your GT learners. We’ll look at examples, share ideas, and break down the process step-by-step. You’ll have dedicated work time to design a choice board aligned to one of your upcoming units, with support and feedback along the way. Leave this session with a ready-to-use product that promotes voice, choice, and deeper thinking in your classroom.
Stop talking about differentiation and start doing it! In this hands-on session, you'll explore what makes an effective choice board that offers real challenge and engagement for all students—especially your GT learners. We’ll look at examples, share ideas, and break down the process step-by-step. You’ll have dedicated work time to design a choice board aligned to one of your upcoming units, with support and feedback along the way. Leave this session with a ready-to-use product that promotes voice, choice, and deeper thinking in your classroom.
