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Friday, November 8
 

8:00am EST

Engaging All Learners: Multimodal & Multilingual Science Assessment
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 3A
Want to ensure all students engage with science concepts in your diverse classroom? This session explores how the M2-Si grant centers multilingual learners with multimodal and multilingual formative assessment strategies aligned to the new 2023 K-12 Science Standards. Hear how NC educators utilized visuals, hands-on activities, technology, and translanguaging to make science accessible and engaging. Provide your students with multiple ways to show their knowledge and discover how to empower a class of successful scientists!
Lead Presenter
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Amy Burden

Center for Applied Linguistics
Presenters
avatar for Ivanna Mann-Thrower Anderson

Ivanna Mann-Thrower Anderson

ML/Title III Consultant, NCDPI
ivanna.anderson@dpi.nc.gov@imannthrowerESL/Title III Consultant (EL Program Quality - West Region)Ivanna Mann Thrower Anderson has served as an ESL/Title III Consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction since 2009. She has worked with English language learners... Read More →
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Keira Ballantyne

The Center for Applied Linguistics
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Brittany York

The Center for Applied Linguistics
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 3A
  Meeting the needs of our diverse learners

8:00am EST

Reach for the Stars
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 3B
Captivate your children with the solar system and the constellations as well! Bring the solar system into your very own classroom and give a hands-on approach to teaching! Tired of boring worksheets? Come and take back hands-on activities that your children are sure to love and remember. while learning about the solar system and constellations!
Lead Presenter
avatar for Amy Sparks

Amy Sparks

CEO/Principal, The School of Hope
Hello! My name is Amy Sparks and I am the mother of three beautiful kids. (They are now adults) and two beautiful grandsons, Landon who is 2 and Jax who is 9 months old. I am the wife of Rob Sparks and have had the honor of being a military wife as my husband served in the USAF for... Read More →
Presenters
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Michelle Mund

The School of Hope
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 3B
  Meeting the needs of our diverse learners

8:00am EST

Elementary Science: What's Not Messy?
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 1A
Ready for active, engaging experiences for students in your science classroom? Join us for this hands-on presentation integrating strategies for engaging learners in the new K-5 science standards. You will walk away with ideas and STEM experiments you can use in your classroom tomorrow!
Lead Presenter
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Dr. Kelly Ficklin

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Presenters
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Karen Granger

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
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Jennifer Whittington

University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Salem 1A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

8:00am EST

Making Connections between Science, Math, and the SEPs
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Winston 3A
The new NC science standards leverage science and engineering practices (SEPs). Modeling is the central practice of the SEPs and the process of incorporating them into courses can feel rather daunting. Where to start? What are the expectations for students? Join us to learn how to take one of your lessons and make it even more engaging using our shared strategies. Participants will leave with ready-to-go lessons they can implement into their classrooms.
Lead Presenter
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Dr. Joey Lord

Appalachian State University
Presenters
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Dr. Lane Wesson

Winthrop University
Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am EST
Winston 3A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

10:10am EST

Cultivating Knowledge: Integrating Ag In The Classroom
Friday November 8, 2024 10:10am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1A
In today's rapidly changing world, it's essential for young learners to not only grasp core content but also understand the significance of agriculture in our lives. Integrating agricultural literacy into classrooms not only fosters a deeper understanding of where our food comes from but also cultivates valuable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and environmental awareness. This presentation will highlight SEP instructional strategies for utilizing the Farm Bureau's Ag In The Classroom resources as well as integrating them with curriculum content so that it may strengthen connections and relevance to the real world.
Lead Presenter
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Lindsey Stalls

STEM Coordinator, Eastern Elementary, Pitt County Schools
As an elementary STEM coordinator, Lindsey Stalls engages students through interactive, hands-on experiences. With a background in education and a passion for integrating content, she assists teachers in creating engaging lessons to spark curiosity in students. Lindsey is a lifelong... Read More →
Presenters
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Taylor Dougherty

Eastern Elementary, Pitt County Schools
Friday November 8, 2024 10:10am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

10:10am EST

K-5 Building Engineers with the New Science Standards
Friday November 8, 2024 10:10am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3A
K-5 Building Engineers, using the new science standards, will show how to incorporate not only the engineering design process but also link those standards with literacy and other content areas. We will share activities for Kindergarten through 5th Grade. You will also participate in a fun engineering design challenge. \
Lead Presenter
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Carla Butts

Instructional Technology Facilitator and 3-5 STEM Teacher, Harnett County Schools
My name is Carla Butts and I am in my 21st year of teaching, I have taught 8th grade science, high school Honors Earth Science and Astronomy, and I am currently teaching 3rd-5th grade STEM. I have a Bachelors in Geology from UNCW, Masters in Science Education from ECU, Masters in... Read More →
Presenters
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Julie Carson

Digital Teaching and Learning Coordinator, Harnett County Schools DTL Department
Throughout my 28-year career in education, my journey has been nothing short of amazing. I've had the privilege of shaping young minds in grades K-5, which has brought immense joy and fulfillment to my professional experience.Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to collaborate... Read More →
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Michell McNeill

Harnett County Schools DTL Department
Friday November 8, 2024 10:10am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

11:10am EST

Implementing Science and Engineering Practices in Elementary Classes
Friday November 8, 2024 11:10am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1A
Come learn with us as we share strategies and curriculum ideas for implementing SEPs and inquiry skills in elementary classes. We will also share ways that writing, reading, and math blend seamlessly with science. Leave with lesson resources and strategies for engaging all students! This is a hands-on session, of course!
Lead Presenter
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The Center for Inquiry-Based Learning - Rachael Polmanteer

Resource Development Director, The Center for Inquiry-Based Learning
CIBL's mission is to support K-8 teachers with training and the most engaging, integrated, hands-on STEM curriculum materials that promote creativity, collaboration, and communication. I specialize in writing hands-on K-12 science curricula based on NGSS and individual state standards... Read More →
Presenters
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Melaine Rickard

Center for Inquiry Based Learning
Friday November 8, 2024 11:10am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

11:10am EST

Using Science and Engineering Practices to Strengthen Your Science Instruction
Friday November 8, 2024 11:10am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3A
The science and engineering practices (SEP’s) are now part of your standards, and a vital piece to your science instruction. In this session we will look at how we are already incorporating many of these practices into our instruction, as well as focus on how to incorporate the SEP’s in a way that will give your students authentic science experiences that allow them to make sense of the world.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Adam Haas

Adam Haas

STEM Teacher, Rocky River Elementary School
Presenters
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Suzanne Raxter

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy
I am the STEAM Teacher K-5 at Hawks Nest STEAM Academy. I currently teach the technology, engineering, math, science and robotics to all grade levels. People can talk to me about anything new and exciting in the STEM field.
Friday November 8, 2024 11:10am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

1:40pm EST

Building STEM Leaders for the Future
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3B
If you want to improve your leadership skills, this is the session for you! Learn how the NCSLA Science Leadership Fellows Program builds individuals' leadership skills in its two-year program. This session is appropriate for all STEM educators regardless of position, including informal educators. Graduates of this program are better leaders in their workplaces and in professional associations. The program is generously funded by the NC SMT Center and the BWF.
Lead Presenter
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Alisa Wickliff

UNC-Charlotte
Presenters
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Pat Shane

UNC Chapel Hill (retired)
avatar for Adam Haas

Adam Haas

STEM Teacher, Rocky River Elementary School
avatar for Jennifer Redfearn

Jennifer Redfearn

STEM Specialist, North Carolina center for the Advancement of Teaching
Jennifer currently serves as the STEM Specialist for NCCAT. Her previous roles include STEM Coordinator for Guilford County Schools and high school science teacher.
avatar for Ahura Webb

Ahura Webb

Reaching All Minds Academy
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3B
  Other, General

1:40pm EST

Crush Critical Thinking with AI-Infused Lessons
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3C

Crush critical thinking and creativity with personalized chatbots that you create for your students. In this hands-on session, you will explore and learn how to create custom bots aligned with the new science standards using SchoolAI and MagicSchool. Drawing from science-based playful approaches, this session connects the newest genAI tools to the new science standards and combines it with sound, age-appropriate pedagogy to empower your students with the skills they need to be successful humans.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Stacy Lovdahl

Stacy Lovdahl

Western Region DTL Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching and Learning
Stacy Lovdahl has 23 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is passionate about collaborating with educators to integrate technology into classroom instruction, creating engaging, personalized learning experiences for students. Stacy views technology... Read More →
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3C
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

1:40pm EST

Ready...Set...Science Resources! - K-5
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston Ballroom 2
The purpose of this interactive session is to provide an overview of the new support documents for the 2023 Science Standards. Participants will engage in conversations highlighting how the Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCI), Science & Engineering Practices (SEP), and Crosscutting Concepts (CCC) connect to unpacking the standards. We will also discuss how the proficiency statements and academic language are used to support student learning. This session will focus on K-5 Science.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Gavin Fradel

Gavin Fradel

Secondary Science Consultant, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Gavin Fradel is a science consultant in the K-12 Standards, Curriculum and Instruction section in the Office of Academic Standards at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Gavin obtained his Undergraduate teaching degree in Middle Grades Education with a concentration... Read More →
Presenters
avatar for Debra Hall

Debra Hall

K-5 Science Consultant, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Debra works as an Elementary Science Consultant in the Division of Academic Standards at NCDPI. She has a Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on STEM Education. Prior to joining NCDPI, Debra worked as a classroom teacher and science specialist. During this time she... Read More →
avatar for Benita Tipton

Benita Tipton

Secondary Science Consultant, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Benita Tipton works as a Secondary Science Consultant with the NC Department of Public Instruction. Prior to coming to the Department in 2003, she taught high school science and college-entry biology at a community college. She earned a master’s degree in Education with a concentration... Read More →
avatar for Alexis Wood

Alexis Wood

Secondary Science Consultant, NC Department of Public Instruction
Alexis Wood joined the NCDPI Office of Academic Standards after teaching high school for 20 years in Lenoir and Wake Counties. Her primary job as a member of the Office of Academic Standards Science Team is to provide support to PSUs at the secondary science level that ensures the... Read More →
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston Ballroom 2
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

1:40pm EST

Utilizing a district-level PLC model to build capacity for teaching SEPs
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3A
Suggestions and feedback from district leaders and teachers after implementing a year-long, district-wide professional development on teaching through the Science and Engineering Practices. Includes strategies for district leaders and teacher leaders to build a district-wide culture of community and collaboration among science teachers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Includes a tailored menu of instructional strategies and resources for understanding and teaching each SEP.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Dillon Crockett

Dillon Crockett

AIG/Science Coordinator, Lee County Schools
Friday November 8, 2024 1:40pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

2:40pm EST

AI TImesavers: Unlocking Inquiry in the New Science Standards
Friday November 8, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm EST
Winston 3A
Conquering the new science standards might seem like moving mountains but it doesn't have to be. Discover how to use free AI tools to design inquiry-based lessons that engage learners and align with the new North Carolina standards, in less time than you ever thought possible. Join us to transform your teaching with cutting-edge AI tools like MagicSchool, AIs like ChatGPT and more.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Stacy Lovdahl

Stacy Lovdahl

Western Region DTL Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching and Learning
Stacy Lovdahl has 23 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is passionate about collaborating with educators to integrate technology into classroom instruction, creating engaging, personalized learning experiences for students. Stacy views technology... Read More →
Friday November 8, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm EST
Winston 3A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards

2:40pm EST

Matter on the Menu
Friday November 8, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm EST
Salem 1A
In this session, participants will have a solid understanding of how to effectively merge physical science standards with makerspace and technology tools, equipping them with practical ideas and resources to bring back to their classrooms. We will specifically focus on the physical science standards for 2nd grade and Makey Makey.
Lead Presenter
avatar for Aubrey DiOrio

Aubrey DiOrio

first grade teacher, Turner Creek Elementary School
I have been teaching kindergarten and first grade for 15 years in both Durham and Wake counties. I'm now a STEM specialist at Turner Creek Elementary, a Year Round School in Wake County. You can follow me on Twitter and Instagram @AubreyDiOio.
Friday November 8, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm EST
Salem 1A
  Strategies for engaging learners to meet the new science standards
 
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