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Wednesday, July 23
 

9:00am CDT

Fusing Engineering and Robots to Drive Student Learning
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Do you want to see how you can bridge tons of standards together in engaging, hands-on lessons? If you said yes, then this session is for you! We will be exploring the engineering design process with a hands-on building challenge using everyday items. Our creations will be tested with the use of coding and robotics. As we bridge the two worlds of engineering and robots, you’ll see how this is doable in your classroom! You’ll leave with ideas that connect to your grade level standards, so you can try it next year!
Presenters
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Laura Ruth Hunter

STEAM Teacher, J Larry Newton Elementary
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 7
  STEM/STEAM

10:00am CDT

Support Military-Connected Students: Become A Purple Star School
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Growing up in a military family has brought so much excitement and adventure into my life! Thanks to my dad's service in the Navy, my sibling and I have had the opportunity to explore different places and make new friends along the way. The kids in my family, who are in high school now, have already lived in five different homes since kindergarten - talk about well-traveled little ones! Our community in Baldwin County is special because it's filled with families just like ours, who understand the challenges and joys of military life. We've even been honored with the Purple Star designation, which shows how much our county supports military families like ours. Interested in earning the prestigious Purple Star award for your school? Let's dive into how you can make that happen by getting some great advice from the Military Child Education Coalition and the Alabama State Department of Education. Together, we can create a school environment that's welcoming and supportive for military families, where every student feels understood and cared for. With some careful planning and teamwork, your school can become a Purple Star School too! By dedicating yourself to helping military children adjust to new schools and thrive academically and emotionally, you're making a real difference in their lives. Let's work together to make sure every military-connected student feels right at home in your school, no matter where life takes them. ​Alabama Purple Star Schools (click here)​​​
Presenters
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Nikki Minoso

Teacher, Spanish Fort High
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 7

11:00am CDT

Stories from History. Lessons for Today.
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Are you ever in a position where you find yourself on a quest, a continuous search for sources that are not only reliable but also trustworthy? Perhaps you often seek lesson plans that are not just informative, but also engaging and educational? Well, fear not, for RetroReport is here to offer you a beacon of hope in the vast sea of information overload.
RetroReport, a beacon of light in the darkness of misinformation, blends the elements of credible journalism, rich history, fundamental civics knowledge, and essential media literacy education. Their exceptional work serves as a testament to the profound impact that historical events have on shaping the contemporary world we live in. Through the art of documentary storytelling, they delve deep into the annals of time to elucidate how the past reverberates in the present. In an age where misinformation spreads like wildfire, RetroReport stands as a bastion of truth and accuracy by undertaking a three-fold mission.
Firstly, they strive to breathe new life into the realms of history and civics education, ensuring that current and future generations are well-versed in the intricacies of the past. Secondly, they provide nonpartisan journalism that is rooted in verifiable facts, serving as a reliable compass in navigating the turbulent waters of today's media landscape. And lastly, they equip individuals with the necessary tools for media literacy, empowering them to discern truth from falsehood in an era of deception and distortion.
With an extensive repertoire of over 250 short documentaries and video series, RetroReport has collaborated with esteemed partners such as The New York Times, PBS, The New Yorker, VICE, Scientific American, NBC News, Politico, Time, The Guardian, and Univision. Their educational materials have proven to be invaluable resources for educators across diverse disciplines, from English and science to history and beyond.
As a dedicated secondary ELA teacher, I am committed to sharing the wonders of RetroReport with my fellow educators. Together, we can explore innovative ways to seamlessly integrate RetroReport's wealth of knowledge and insight into our lesson plans, enriching the educational experience for our students. So, won't you join me on this enlightening journey to discover RetroReport and unlock the boundless potential it holds for enhancing your teaching repertoire?
Click on the link provided to join RetroReport for free and embark on a transformative educational experience like never before. Let us harness the power of RetroReport to enlighten minds and inspire hearts in the pursuit of knowledge and truth. Link: ​Click Here​​​
Presenters
avatar for Nikki Minoso

Nikki Minoso

Teacher, Spanish Fort High
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 7

1:00pm CDT

Level Up Learning: Gamify Anything!
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Want to boost student engagement and make learning more fun? In this session, you'll discover how to gamify any lesson, review, or worksheet! Learn how to design effective review games, create lesson-length interactive experiences, and turn ordinary worksheets into exciting challenges. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced educator, you'll walk away with ready-to-use strategies and tools to make learning more dynamic and enjoyable for your students. Get ready to level up your teaching!
Presenters
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Brittany Babineaux

Teacher, Fairhope Middle
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 7
 
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