In It to Win It 2025: Full Schedule

9:45am EDT

Podcasting in Elementary? You Bet! Audio and Video Podcasting Easy Enough for Elementary! Increase Engagement with Podcasting

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

2412

During the session, you will learn how to guide students in creating podcasts to reinforce learning. Teachers will explore how to use Canva to record audio podcasts and how to create a visually dynamic experience with Clipchamp’s green screen and other video editing features. Attendees will experience a demonstration producing both audio and video podcasts. We will also discuss the many benefits of podcasting including increased public speaking skills, collaborating on content creation, connecting deeply with the material in a fun, student-centered way and more.

Speakers

Ebony Jackson-Keyton

5th Grade Teacher

I am currently a 5th grade teacher at Clay Harmony-Leland Elementary School.I strive to consistently seek innovative ways to integrate technology into the classroom to deepen student understanding and extend learning beyond the surface of grade-level content. I enjoy leveraging digital... Read More →

Nicole Milligan-Young

4th Grade AC Teacher, Clay Harmony Leland Elementary School

Mrs. Nicole Milligan-Young is a passionate educator who integrates technology into daily learning to engage and inspire her students. She believes in providing opportunities for students to showcase their creativity and motivation, whether through their voice or writing. With a love... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
2412

Technology Integration, Podcasting

Audience Elementary
Subject All

12:15pm EDT

Forecasting Fun: Creating Weather Tool Videos with Adobe Express!

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

2412

Join me for an exciting 4th grade lesson on weather tools using Adobe Express! In this session, you'll explore how students can create engaging videos to demonstrate their understanding of forecasting instruments like thermometers, anemometers, and barometers. You'll walk away with a ready-to-use lesson and the confidence to implement this interactive project in your classroom tomorrow!

Speakers

Angela Smith

STEM Lab Teacher, CCSD

I am the STEM lab teacher at Pickett’s Mill Elementary School, where I have the privilege of helping students grow through hands-on learning and exploration. I am passionate about inspiring curiosity and creativity in my students, making science, technology, engineering, and math... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
2412

Problem or Challenge Based Learning, Adobe Express

Audience Elementary
Subject Science

1:45pm EDT

More Project-Based Learning in ELA

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

2412

This interactive workshop will provide teachers with strategies for incorporating project-based learning into their English Language Arts classrooms. Participants will explore the benefits of Project-Based Learning and ways to developing hands-on projects that can be incorporated throughout K-12 ELA classrooms. Teachers will engage in group activities, brainstorming sessions, and will participate in a hands-on, project-based task.

Speakers

Hannah Herron

3rd Grade Teacher

I work at Fair Oaks Elementary School. I have my bachelors in Early Childhood Education, masters in Literacy K-12, and I am currently working on a specialist in Advanced Educational Studies. I have been in in education for 7 years. I have my gifted, reading, and ESOL endorsements... Read More →

Lacey Hightower

3rd Grade Teacher

I work at Fair Oaks Elementary School. I have my bachelors in Early Childhood Education and my masters in Child and Adolescent Psychology. I have my ESOL and Reading endorsements as well. I have been in education for 6 years.

Thursday May 29, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
2412

Problem or Challenge Based Learning, Student Engagement

Audience All
Subject ELA