In It to Win It 2025: Full Schedule

9:45am EDT

Publishing in Primary with Book Creator (K-2 Focus)

Thursday May 29, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT

Teachers love discovering innovative ways to integrate ELA, content, and technology into their classrooms with Book Creator. This versatile tool is perfect for our youngest students, helping them develop essential skills such as speaking, listening, and creativity. By publishing their very own books, students also build confidence and pride in their work. Join us to explore how Book Creator can transform learning into a fun, interactive experience and hear from a local teacher who has taken a deep dive into using Book Creator.

Speakers

Chelsie Harvey

TTIS, Cobb County School District

Mrs. Harvey is a Technology Training Integration Specialist. Previously, she taught 7th grade at Durham Middle School and 4th Grade at Dowell Elementary School.

Darniele Scarpinato

1st Grade Teacher

Mrs. Scarpinato is a first-grade teacher from Frey Elementary. She has taught for 24 years in Cobb County Schools. Those years include teaching of grades K-5, writing lab, K-2 interventionist and special ed support member.

Thursday May 29, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
2309

Technology Integration, Book Creator

Audience Primary
Subject All

12:15pm EDT

Kindergarten Calm: Cultivating a Positive Classroom Culture

Thursday May 29, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT

2309

Transform your kindergarten classroom into a haven of positive behavior and joyful learning! This interactive session, designed specifically for kindergarten educators, will equip you with practical strategies and tools to foster a supportive and harmonious environment. Developed in collaboration with the Early Learning Department, the Office of Positive School Culture Support, and experienced kindergarten teachers, this workshop will provide you with the resources you need to confidently navigate the unique challenges of early childhood behavior.

Speakers

Kathleen Greb

Positive School Culture Supervisor

Kathleen Greb, Ed.S., currently serves as the Positive School Culture Supervisor in the Cobb County School District. With over 15 years of experience in education, she has worked as a teacher, behavior specialist/coach, trainer, and researcher. A proud alumna of The Ohio State University... Read More →

Dr. Denise Osborn

Early Learning Supervisor

Dr. Denise Osborn holds an Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership with a minor in curriculum development from Nova Southeastern University, a M.Ed. in Reading from Berry College, and a B.S. in Early Childhood Education from the University of Georgia. In addition to those degrees... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
2309

Evidence-based, Positive Classroom Culture

Audience Primary
Subject All

1:45pm EDT

Tech Time: Building Future-Ready Skills for Pre-K–5 Classrooms

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT

2306

Discover how to seamlessly integrate technology into your Pre-K–5 classroom with The CCSD Future Ready Framework! This session will explore the grade-level technology standards that scaffold skills in a way that’s developmentally appropriate and collaborative. Learn how to use the scope and sequence to ensure your students build essential future-ready skills while making technology integration meaningful and manageable.

Speakers

Holly Frilot, Ed.D.

Supervisor of Library Media Education, Cobb County School District

As the Supervisor for CCSD K-12 Library Media Education, Holly supports all library media specialists and their programs. She believes that library media programs are vibrant centers of literacy, technology, creativity, and innovation. As a former Library Media Specialist of the... Read More →

Meagan Stanfill

Supervisor of Digital Transformation

As Supervisor of Digital Transformation for CCSD, Meagan works with her team to support the development and implementation of Cobb Teaching and Learning System (CTLS). She's passionate about helping teachers use the digital tools and resources available to them in meaningful and practical... Read More →

Corey Hogan

TTIS, Cobb County School District

Corey Hogan dedicated the first 10 years of his career to teaching in various settings across South Carolina and Georgia, spanning grades 4-8. His passion for integrating technology to enhance student engagement, participation, and production has been a constant throughout his teaching... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
2306

Evidence-based, Future Ready

Audience Elementary, Primary
Subject All

1:45pm EDT

Score Big with Adobe Express: Creating with Young Learners

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT

2309

Join me for an exciting and interactive session where we explore the creative potential of Adobe Express in the primary classroom. In "Score Big with Adobe Express: Creating for Young Learners," you'll discover how to engage students through the creation of animated videos and more that bring their stories and work to life.

Speakers

Amanda Chafin

Kindergarten Teacher, Cobb County School District

I hold an undergraduate degree in Elementary Special Education and General Education from Jacksonville State University (JSU), where I also completed my Master's in Elementary Education. Currently, I'm finishing up my Specialist degree in Instructional Technology from the University... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
2309

Technology Integration, Adobe Express

Audience Primary
Subject All

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