Revist some of the same student engagement strategies presented at last year's LEAD conference with some new and exciting strategies included. Presented from the perspective of a secondary teacher but easily adaptable to most grade levels.
Are you teaching in a classroom that doesn’t look—or feel—like the “traditional” four walls and rows of desks? Whether it’s robotics, art, ag, health, culinary, shop, or anything in between, non-traditional classrooms come with unique challenges... and some pretty amazing opportunities.
In this high-energy session, you’ll get real-life, tried-and-true strategies from a teacher who’s living it. Walk away with practical tools you can implement right away to create structure, routines, and student ownership—without killing creativity or fun.
We’ll dive into:
Why consistency is queen
How student jobs can transform your class culture
Easy systems to manage materials, projects, and transitions
Creating clear expectations in creative, hands-on environments
Ways to keep your cool when the glue guns (or attitudes) heat up
You’ll leave inspired, equipped, and maybe even with a few fun freebies. Let’s turn your “organized chaos” into a space where students—and you—can thrive.
In the digital circus of the K–1 classroom, keeping students safe and focused can be a tightrope walk! This session will show you how to use the digital tool, Securly, to help you manage what your youngest learners can access online. Learn how to guide student browsing, block distractions, and create a safer, more controlled digital environment—all from your own ringmaster’s panel. For Kinder and 1st grade teachers who want to keep the fun while staying firmly in control!
What happens when the Wi-Fi crashes, the lights flicker, and the devices go dark? You take center ring with no-tech teaching strategies that still wow the crowd! In this session, you'll explore creative, engaging ways to keep the learning going strong—no screens required. Whether you're prepping for a tech-free day or just want to bring some unplugged balance to your classroom, you'll leave with ideas ready to roll, rain or power outage!
