ALL are Learning and Learning is for ALL: Full Schedule

Welcome to the ALL are Learning, and Learning is for ALL conference day for ALL Medford School District employees!

We are so excited to offer a wide variety of topics and formats to help personalize your learning time. We invite you to register for: live in-person and webinar sessions, table top discussions, STEAM Lab, and asynchronous Canvas courses! All live in-person sessions will be held at South Medford High School.

Share and follow all the learning on Twitter at #MSDlearns. Our hope is you come away feeling energized, encouraged, and connected with our incredible MSD community and excited to begin a new year!

To prepare for this day, please bring a charged laptop or tablet and headphones for the webinar sessions. The South Medford library will be available to connect to the sessions from your device. Lunch is on your own, so prepare to bring your own or gather colleagues and eat at one of our nearby restaurants.

7:15am PDT

Welcome Back Breakfast for ALL Courtesy of Sodexo

Please join us for breakfast and fellowship curtesy of Sodexo.

Tuesday August 17, 2021 7:15am - 8:00am PDT
At Your School/Work Site

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified

8:00am PDT

Superintendent Keynote: Small Steps. BIG Impact.

Join us for an all staff breakfast followed by a keynote by Dr. Champion. Dr. Champion will challenge us to take one small step that will create BIG and lasting impacts on students. He will also cover our Coherency Plan, our top priorities for the year.

live stream

Speakers

Dr. Bret Champion

Superintendent, Medford School District

Dr. Bret Champion became the superintendent of the Medford School District in 2019. Before his arrival in Medford, Bret was superintendent in Klein ISD in Klein, Texas, and in Leander ISD outside of Austin, Texas. He’s proud to have been part of the Medford School District’s creation... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 8:00am - 9:15am PDT
At Your School/Work Site

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified

9:45am PDT

Getting Started with Imagine Math : Level 1

This session builds a solid understanding of both the teacher and student experience and key steps to take in the first few months to get started with success with Imagine Math. Participants will learn how to manage student settings and dive into the powerful adaptive content, quality math instruction, and actionable reports.
Topics to include:

Key Features of Imagine Math
The Student Experience
Program Implementation
The Teacher Dashboard/Navigation
Motivation Ideas for Students

https://imaginelearning.zoom.us/j/96638056235?pwd=clBud2plRmh4SjkxaWp0eTJHUXBzUT09
Meeting Details
Meeting ID: 966 3805 6235
Passcode: 938636

Speakers

Susan Friedrich

Imagine Math

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:00am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Small Group Management Strategies

This session is for those new to small group instruction or those that are interested in reviewing or gaining new ideas for small group instruction. This session is targeted at classified staff but all are welcome to attend.
Small group instruction strategies for running small ATI groups. This session will review ideas to keep students engaged and focused on instruction.

Speakers

Jennifer Snow

Medford School District

I am currently a Elementary Principal at Howard, GO Mustangs! Previously I worked as an instructional coach supporting both certified and classified staff instructional practices. I have a passion for equity in the classroom and have trained teachers in SIOP, Constructing Meaning... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:00am PDT
A155, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

9:45am PDT

CPI-Centric

CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) is the organization that Medford School District uses to train staff members on Non-violent Crisis Prevention. It focuses on de-escalation strategies when working with students and encompasses staff responses to student behavior levels.

Join in Zoom: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/95549669113

Speakers

Alex DeSantis

Alex began working with children who experience various learning and behavioral challenges in 2006. In 2008, she was hired as an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) instructor for children on the Autism Spectrum and other related disorders. She went on to receive a M.Ed. in Special... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Classified, Elementary, Secondary, Admin

9:45am PDT

Google Tools Using Sheets

Are you ready to use Google Sheets for more than just attendance and grades? In this session you will learn the magic of Google Sheets with dozens of helpful tips and tricks to help you not only use it in your teaching, but with students too. You can create assignment trackers, rubrics, pixel art, leaderboards and more. Google Sheets has so much to offer and can help you save time as well. You will want to make sure you have a computer available to follow along in the session.

Zoom Link: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/98447182906?pwd=UEQ4V3d0U3VLY0cwSnpIVWJuazRzZz09

Presentation Link: https://bit.ly/3k3Mvi3

Speakers

LeVonda Vickery

Elective Teacher, McLoughlin Middle School

LeVonda teaches 7th and 8th grade students digital fabrication, robotics, and computer skills at McLoughlin Middle School in Medford, Oregon. She has been a classroom teacher for 8 years and brings over 20 years of real-world experience to the classroom. She's been a SkillUSA advisor... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary, Elementary

9:45am PDT

Handwriting Without Tears-Implementation Support Part 1

Learn how to implement the core handwriting program for Kindergarteners and First Grade students in Medford School District. This would be ideal training for ALL first grade teachers and any new to first grade or new to Kindergarten teachers.

This training is 2 hours long. Please sign up for both sessions Part 1 and Part 2.

Attendee Links:

Attendee: 8/17 Medford SD - Print (1)

Attendee: 8/17 Medford SD - Print (2)

Note: This is the live virtual workshop. An on-demand version of this training will be emailed to every registered attendee 24 hours after the session. You will have access to the on-demand version for 90 days.

Note: For your best training experience, we request each participant join the training with their own device, preferably a laptop as mobile devices do not support the breakout rooms that are held throughout the training.

Enjoy the virtual online workshop and see you soon!

Speakers

Jeff Foster

Trainer, Learning Without Tears

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Intro to Canvas

This course is for those who are not very familiar with using Canvas as a Learning Management System or for those who want to brush up on the basics. Possible topics will include:

Navigation and Settings
Creating an engaging and clear homepage
Using Modules
Creating and Grading Assignments
Gradebook
Inbox
Calendar
Q & A

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/3912769421

Speakers

Abigail Quiel

K-12 Digital Resources TOSA, Medford School District

Abigail Quiel is an experienced high school English teacher who is now transitioning into a support role in the district. She is passionate about positive problem solving and having collaborative team work. Abigail brings enthusiasm and determination to each task and looks forward... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

9:45am PDT

Intro to Kami

Kami is a tool that let's you annotate on any document. In this session we will go over the basic tools of Kami, how to upload a document to Kami, and how to create a Kami assignment in Canvas.

Zoom Link: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/97134917145

Speakers

Mark Losinski

Teacher Librarian, Medford School District

Mark Losinski is the Media Specialist/ Teacher Librarian at McLoughlin Middle School. This year will be Mark's 27th year as a teacher and 26th year teaching at McLoughlin Middle School. The major focus of his job the last few years (especially during distance and hybrid learning... Read More →

Tiffany Showman

ELA Teacher, Medford School District

Tiffany teaches 7th grade ELA at Mcloughlin. This will be her 3rd year teaching in Oregon. She is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma and taught EL and 8th grade ELA there for 7 years. She has experience with Canvas and its features from her previous district. She has fallen in love with... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

9:45am PDT

Introduction to Gizmos for Secondary Science Classroom

Learn the basics of using Gizmos in the Secondary Science classroom.
Zoom Link Here: https://explorelearning.zoom.us/j/98345713336

Pre-Assignment: Please view a short video before the webinar. This video acclimates them to basic mechanics of the website and helps them create their accounts from the registration key that you distribute. The video link is: http://kvgo.com/explorelearning/pre-gizmos

Speakers

Mike Milanesi

Instructor, Explore Learning

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

9:45am PDT

Moving Students to Digital Leadership: Using Technology and Social Media to make the world a better place

Every day, headlines scare us that technology and social media are making us more apathetic, depressed, anxious, and cruel. Indeed we can see the ill-effects of technology dependency on children and adults. But what if we change the way we look at the role of technology and social media in our lives? In this inspiring talk, Jennifer will share small yet significant ways we can make a positive difference in the lives of others by shifting to our outlooks.

Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/94180019373?pwd=VnVUR2xzd3FScGVxUVRTc3VhNGQxdz09
Meeting ID: 941 8001 9373
Passcode: JCT

Speakers

Jennifer Casa-Todd

Teacher Librarian, Jennifer Casa-Todd

Jennifer Casa-Todd is wife, mom, and a Teacher-Librarian, and a former Literacy Consultant. Jennifer holds a Masters in Education and Digital Technologies from Ontario Tech University with a specialization in social media, digital citizenship and education. She is a Google Certified... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

9:45am PDT

Pear Deck 101

Pear Deck 101: Welcome to Pear Deck! This award-winning student engagement platform is fun to use and easy to learn. In this session, you’ll experience Pear Deck as a student; meet each of the 5 slide types; learn about Student-Paced Mode and other remote-learning features; use the Pear Deck sidebar; and create your own Pear Deck.

https://goguardian.zoom.us/j/92567558643

Speakers

Brandon Leffew

My name is Brandon Leffew and I am an Enterprise Customer Success Manager at Pear Deck. I am 28, live in NYC and have been at Pear Deck for nearly a year. Although I am not an educator myself, some of my closest friends and family members are and through them I am able to appreciate... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin, Classified

9:45am PDT

SynergySE - Basic SpEd Navigation for Classified SpEd Staff

Learn how to navigate the Synergy Special Education (SE) platform to locate all essential information a classified special education staff member may need.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/98866704020

Meeting ID: 988 6670 4020

Speakers

Sandy Stack

Lead Special Education TOSA, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

9:45am PDT

Unlocking Student-led Learning: The keys to building authentic learning experiences

“Reinventing school means focusing on authentic learning and equity and harnessing the knowledge of human development, learning, and effective teaching accumulated over the last century and needed for the next.” - Linda Darling Hammond, Learning Policy Institute

Research on the benefit of games for learning has led to an explosion in the educational gaming industry of fun and informative games. How can we harness gameplay to lead authentic 21st-century learning in classrooms?

Well-designed games—unlike competitive multiple-choice quiz games—provide immersive experiences for students. Like novels, films, plays, and other media, teachers can use high-quality tools like games to help students access the curriculum while keeping engagement high. The “fun” of gameplay is a core component of why games are so successful with children, according to educators. Games can help children develop important, yet difficult, skills that they would otherwise avoid.

Join a conversation about how gameplay transforms students from passive consumers of content to active creators of new knowledge.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83368473548

Meeting ID: 833 6847 3548
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,83368473548# US

Dial by your location
+1 253 215 8782 US (Medford)

Speakers

Mayan McDermott

Customer Service Coordinator, BreakoutEDU

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary

9:45am PDT

"Get Oregonized" 2nd & 3rd Grade Social Science

Learn more and collaborate with colleagues about the 2nd and 3rd Grade Social Science Instructional Lessons designed by our very our Medford Teachers.

Speakers

Moffitt, Shelby

Principal, Medford School District

Learn about the 2nd and 3rd Grade Social Science Instructional Lessons designed by Medford School District Teachers. Session will include how to navigate to the lessons, designs, and suggestions for the lessons. This session will give you a place to start you social studies planning... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A147, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

A Basic Introduction to Interactive Games For Skeptics

One thing I would say all teachers have in common is the shared attempt to better our craft. Is teaching a science or an art? Easy, both. That's why teaching is such a challenge, as well as a joy. I know a lot of teachers are using some of the same tools: specifically, Quizlet, Kahoot, and Gimkit. I look forward to sharing my experiences with some interactive games to enhance student engagement and hope to hear more ideas. As for me, I have two children that have had tremendous success in our district and I am so thankful for all of their teachers' dedication and commitment to student learning.

Speakers

Tim Isaacs

Social Studies Teacher, Medford School District

"A Basic Introduction to Interactive Games For Skeptics"One thing I would say all teachers have in common is the shared attempt to better our craft. Is teaching a science or an art? Easy, both. That's why teaching is such a challenge, as well as a joy. I know a lot of teachers are... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A151, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary

9:45am PDT

Canvas 101 for Secondary

Setting up and organizing classes on Canvas is both exciting and a little nerve-racking to maintain. Checkout some tips and tricks to get started on Canvas that utilize tools like Google Slides, Google Docs, Flipgrid, Padlet, and more to ease into using Canvas as your online learning management system. This tutorial is mainly geared toward educators and users who are newer to Canvas and/or who want a beginner's idea how to set up Canvas pages for your classes to see and use in a secondary learning environment.

Speakers

Joann Schaeffer

Teacher Librarian, Medford School District

I was offered my first opportunity to teach in 2007 and have worked in education ever since. My first love and major is English, but technology is a close second. March of 2020 thrust nearly every human into a realm of increased dependence on technology, but it also revealed the opportunities... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A226, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary

9:45am PDT

Canvas for Littles

Wondering how to utilize Canvas for littles? With a little creativity, bright colors, and plenty of pictures you can make your Canvas page a place to engage even the youngest students! BRING YOUR COMPUTER (Intended audience: K-2)

Speakers

Lisa North

Teacher, Medford School District

Mary Poppins has directed my teaching philosophy for 25 years.In every job that must be done there is an element of fun. Find the fun and SNAP! the job’s a game!I am a teacher with every fiber of my being (sometimes to the annoyance of others!)I’m a National Board Certified Teacher... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A150, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Chromebook Management for Elementary

Chromebooks are a part of the everyday classroom now, and just like any other part of your classroom, need clear and effective management strategies in order to be a useful tool in your classroom. Join us as we discuss different management strategies that have helped other teachers. We will cover cart management, charging and 1:1 management, online safety, and troubleshooting tips. There will also be brainstorming and collaboration time with other teachers in attendance.

Speakers

Tyler Flock

TOSA, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A152, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Google Apps to Promote the 4 C's

Discover how to use Google Tools in new and exciting ways. Engage students with creative, collaborative projects including digital posters, interactive diagrams, digital comics, educational meme's, digital sketchnotes, collaborative timelines, and more. We will examine student work samples, discuss leveled outlines and rubrics, explore project templates and work on creating some digital masterpieces of our own.

Resources:
Presentation
Templates
Project Outlines
Student Handouts

Speakers

Becky Van Duker

Sixth Grade Teacher, Medford School District

Becky is sixth grade teacher at Jacksonville Elementary. She is passionate about engaging students in hands on, inquiry based learning, putting together cross-curricular classroom transformations, and utilizing technology in ways that encourage creativity, critical thinking, collaboration... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A145, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Make it Stick!: Vocabulary & High Frequency Words

This class is for Elementary Teachers seeking strategies for teaching permanently irregular words.

We will discover a few ways to teach words using a multisensory approach.
This will be a hands on, make and take.
Be prepared to have fun, while learning a trick or too to make "irregular" and phonetically spelled words a little easier for students to learn.

Speakers

Cindy Woodard

Title 1 Coordinator, Medford School District

Cindy has lived in Medford since 1997, and loves the Rogue Valley. She enjoys hiking, reading, and going to movies. Cindy began her full time teaching career in 2005, and has taught grades 1, 4, 5 and 6 full-time. She has worked as an Instructional Specialist for the past five... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A148, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

9:45am PDT

Restorative Justice

Speakers

Keri Ann Rumrey

Drawn to the value-driven work of Restorative Justice, KeriAnn Rumrey joined Resolve Center for Dispute Resolution and Restorative Justice in 2018. She partners with various local schools committed to implementing restorative justice through training, consultation and coaching. She... Read More →

Raphi Miller

Director of Restorative Justice, Resolve Center

Raphaelle Miller joined the leadership team of Resolve in 2013. As the Director of Restorative Justice, Raphi creates and sustains partnerships with schools, justice facilities, and community agencies in order to implement system-wide restorative justice into the practices, policies... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A146, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Classified, Admin, Secondary

9:45am PDT

Seeing Through the Eyes of Diversity

In Seeing Through the Eyes of Diversity session, attendees will learn about the importance of enriching their Language Art and Social Studies lessons with diverse children's literature. Participants will learn about the importance of creating "windows and mirrors" to reflect the student population in our schools across the district, in order to grow student mindsets toward empathy, equity, and inclusion of all students, no matter where they come from or which language they speak. Participants will also leave with several k-12 diverse children's book lists, and learn how to take diverse book concepts and infuse them throughout the curriculum.

Speakers

Gloria Pereyra-Robertson

Teacher, Medford School District

My name is Gloria Pereyra-Robertson and I am the daughter of Mexican immigrants, a bilingual teacher and the 2017 Oregon State Teacher of the Year. This is my 26th year working in Title 1 schools in between San Diego, CA and currently a kindergarten teacher at Washington Elementary... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A154, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

9:45am PDT

Teach From Your Best Self

In this session, participants will be given

An introduction to what it means to Teach from Your Best Self and why it matters
New ways of approaching teaching that reduces wear and tear on teachers and maximizes student learning.

Speakers

Jay Schroder

Teacher, Medford School District

Jay teaches at Central Medford High School and is committed to supporting teachers to teach in ways that reduce stress and increase fulfillment. In forthcoming book Teach from Your Best Self: A Guide for Thriving in the Classroom, Jay argues that the version of ourselves that we bring... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A144, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience All Levels

9:45am PDT

Teaching ELs in the Content Areas: Using the Focus Walk tool to set SLGs

We've taken the Structured English Instruction (SEI) Focus Walk tool and aligned it to the Danielson rubric.
This session will show you how to use this tool to:

refine your practice
find areas for growth
write your SLG
track progress on your SLG
Create easy artifacts for your evaluations

Asychronous professional development in each area of the Focus Walk will be available this fall-- a quick preview will be given at this workshop.

Speakers

Andrea Partsafas

Medford School District 549C, Medford School District 549C

Andrea is a dog-lover, adventure-seeker, and avid reader who loves her job as the Federal Programs Coordinator at Medford School District. Her passions include vintage/weird purses, good deals on shoes, and finding ways to work smarter. When she's not behind the keyboard or creating... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
A149, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

9:45am PDT

STEAM Lab

Bring your students’ learning to life by integrating STEAM activities across subject areas. Participants will interact with a wide range of STEAM resources with corresponding multi-grade unit and lesson plans. Every effort will be made to help teachers acquire materials and resources so they can carry their STEAM learning into their classrooms.

Speakers

Hal Jones

Pathways Coordinator, Medford School District

I'm privileged to help the Medford School District become a place where all students are known by name, strength and need. Our Pathways initiative provides each unique and marvelous Medford student the support needed to create their own path toward personal and career success... Read More →

Ellie Kilishek

Medford School District

I am the Elementary District Librarian for the Medford School District. I love working in education and finding new opportunities to engage inquiring minds with resources and content that inspires creativity and critical thought. I am passionate about tech integration, digital citizenship... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Black Box Theater, SMHS

STEAM Lab

Audience Secondary, Elementary, Classified, Admin

9:45am PDT

Table Top Conversations

In this session, you will have the opportunity to put your communication skills to work. We will have 10 tables set up (4 people to a table in order to distance safely) each with a discussion topic. 8 of the topics are already set for you, 2 of the topics will be open to allow the group to decide their own topics based on individual need, interest, and expertise. In the hour time slot, you will have time to be a part of 6 discussion groups (about 8 minutes per table top topic). The idea of this session is to really strengthen connection and collaboration between staff members. We have so much we can learn from and share with each other. Please come with a chromebook (we'll have Padlet postings), an open mind, and a willingness to share what you know and feel.

NOTE: The topics will be the same in all of the four sessions, so you probably only want to attend once.

Potential Table Top Discussion Topics:

Question Mark (your choice)
Question Mark (your choice)
What are some of the positive things that came out of last year's online learning that you hope to incorporate into your teaching this year? What stays? What goes?
What have you learned about yourself throughout the pandemic that most surprised you?
How much is too much screen time for kids? When to use technology and when not to use technology in the classroom?
What are some strategies you use (or want to use) in your classroom to address the social and emotional well-being of your students? How are you going to know each child by name, strength and need?
What are some engagement strategies you have used that are very effective and could be used in all classrooms?
What are some successful strategies for communicating and involving families?
What are some tech tools that work well to increase student learning? If possible, add links or information into Padlet.
What are your favorite self-care strategies that allow you to energize yourself throughout the year?

Speakers

Rachel Frison

Curriculum Coordinator/AVID District Coordinator, Medford School District

Kathy Koehler

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Kathy has taught elementary students in the MSD for over 25 years. In her new role as Instructional Specialist, she is looking forward to collaboratively working with teachers across the district in a variety of ways.

Tuesday August 17, 2021 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
Cafeteria, Commons/SMHS

Table Top Discussions

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

11:00am PDT

Accomodations & Modifications for the General Education Setting

This training will be focused on accommodations and modifications: where to locate them in an IEP, how to tell the difference, what they look like in a general education classroom, and what resources you can refer to for questions and concerns. Target audience is classified staff, but all are welcome.

Google Slides Link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EWsh8DskuRhOBvD3w-2D7MMbmtryGeqJuEO5ITKBsnQ/edit?usp=sharing

Zoom Link:
https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/99169552085
Meeting ID: 991 6955 2085

Speakers

Josh Brown

Lead TOSA Special Education, Medford School District

I've been an Elementary Resource Teacher, a Self-Contained Behavior Room Teacher, a Behavior Specialist and am currently a Lead Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) here in the Medford School District. I'm a huge believer in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach, and also been... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Classified

11:00am PDT

American Revolution

We will "Be Washington" and make decisions about how to proceed in battle while also using paintings from that time period and original letters from George Washington to help deepen our understanding.

Link to presentation

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/95072549069

Speakers

Michele Schaefer

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary
NEW FIELD 1 Presentation

11:00am PDT

Battle of the Games- Kahoot vs Quizziz vs Quizlet vs Gimkit

Come hear why I think Kahoot! is one of the worst educational gaming tools to use in the classroom! Do I still use it? Yes! But not for formative/summative purposes. Let me show you other resources like Kahoot!, that can actually give you valuable feedback for formative use.

* IF POSSSIBLE- This session would be best with 2 computer monitors or another device next to you. I will be sharing my screen with what the teacher side looks like and having you see the student side on your 2nd screen or 2nd device.

Zoom Link: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/8271247627

Speakers

Nordahl, Rachel

7th grade ELA, Medford School District

My name is Rachel Nordahl and I have been teaching for 14 years. I currently teach 7th grade ELA at Hedrick Middle School. I originally started out as a music teacher and ended up changing my focus for a bit and LOVE it!As I have gotten older, I try to keep up with the "cool" kids... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary

11:00am PDT

Building Collaboration Through the 4Cs with Breakout EDU

The National Education Association’s guide on the 4C’s, Preparing 21st Century Students for a Global Society, identifies collaboration as “a key ingredient to student success in today’s global society.” Collaborative learning is an approach that encourages students to work together to explore a concept and/or solve a problem. By engaging in organic peer-to-peer teaching and learning, collaboration allows students to interact with one another, ask questions, and share ideas as they work together.

Breakout EDU games are designed with the 4Cs at the forefront, challenging students to collaborate, communicate, and apply their creative and critical thinking skills to solve a series of challenging puzzles. Join this session to learn how to get started on building a collaborative environment in YOUR classroom with Breakout EDU!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83606532368

Meeting ID: 836 0653 2368
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,83606532368# US

Dial by your location
+1 253 215 8782 US (Medford)

Meeting ID: 836 0653 2368
Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kb7TOj0hOQ

Speakers

Mayan McDermott

Customer Service Coordinator, BreakoutEDU

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

11:00am PDT

Getting Started with Imagine Math: Level 2

This session is designed for those who have already had some previous exposure to Imagine Math. Topics will include:

Digging deeper into classroom settings
Using the Progress Monitoring & Mastery Reports
Teacher Resources Overview
Math Journaling
Application Tasks within the program
Motivation Ideas for Students

https://imaginelearning.zoom.us/j/98430847014?pwd=UjVYejZhdEt4V05IaFlqTHR5dHIzZz09

Speakers

Susan Friedrich

Imagine Math

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Handwriting Without Tears-Implementation Support Part 2

Learn how to implement the core handwriting program for Kindergarteners and First Grade students in Medford School District. This would be ideal training for ALL first grade teachers and any new to first grade or new to Kindergarten teachers.

This training is 2 hours long. Please sign up for both sessions Part 1 and Part 2.
Attendee Links:

Attendee: 8/17 Medford SD - Print (1)

Attendee: 8/17 Medford SD - Print (2)

Note: This is the live virtual workshop. An on-demand version of this training will be emailed to every registered attendee 24 hours after the session. You will have access to the on-demand version for 90 days.

Note: For your best training experience, we request each participant join the training with their own device, preferably a laptop as mobile devices do not support the breakout rooms that are held throughout the training.

Enjoy the virtual online workshop and see you soon!

Speakers

Jeff Foster

Trainer, Learning Without Tears

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Intro to TeacherVue Synergy

Wondering how to navigate some of the basics in Synergy? This session will review how to look up student information, review seating charts, send emails to parents/students, and more. We will also try to answer common questions!

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/3912769421

Speakers

Jennifer Fisher

Manager - Applications & Data, Medford School District

Abigail Quiel

K-12 Digital Resources TOSA, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

11:00am PDT

Kami: Intro to Workflow in Canvas

This is an introduction to using Kami in Canvas. You'll understand the workflow better and get your questions answered directly from the vendor.

Connect in Google Meets: meet.google.com/srm-hgac-itj
Join by phone
(US) +1 507-400-9981 (PIN: 236883521)

Speakers

Aden from Kami

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary

11:00am PDT

Math Whiteboard for Secondary

Math Whiteboard is the First Collaborative Whiteboard designed specifically for Mathematics Teaching and Learning. We will look into the basics of using Math Whiteboard and become familar with how you can use this in your classroom.

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/91886830652?pwd=UDFPNWRlc0t0VnZoTmlWL2ZYUkJzZz09

Speakers

Jessica Cook

High School Mathematics Teacher, Medford School District

Jessica Cook began as a student teacher at North Medford High School in 2012 and began her career as a high school mathematics teachers at NMHS the following school year. She has taught Algebra 1, Algebra 1A, Geometry and Algebra 2. She has a passion for teaching students and helping... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

11:00am PDT

What's New with Gizmos for the Secondary Science Classroom

Learn more about what's new and changed with Gizmos for 2021-2022 School Year.

Review Gizmos Lesson Materials
Preview new Gizmos
Experience new lesson materials and resources

Zoom link here: Web conference access: https://explorelearning.zoom.us/j/98154448262

Speakers

Julia Fischer

Implementation Manager, Explore Learning

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

11:00am PDT

3D Printing and Laser Cutting

Introduction to 3D Printing and Laser Cutting/Engraving

This course is designed to give teachers an overview of these exciting technologies. The course will be divided into two parts:
1. Hands-On application
2. Teaching Application

Teachers will walk away from this course with an introductory understanding of the technology and will participate in a discussion of how this might be used in their classroom. An emphasis will be made on making this technology affordable to classroom teachers.

Speakers

Doug Hanson

Engineering Instructor, Medford School District

I am a hands on learner who enjoys making things. I have been teaching since 1987 and have always approached learning from a skills based, hands-on learning approach. When I'm not teaching, I'm either building something in my garage or learning more about playing the piano. Learning... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
D204, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary, Classified, Admin

11:00am PDT

Come Away With Me-Virtual Fieldtrips Are Fun!

What are virtual field trips? I'm sharing all of the resources I've found over the last year that will help you schedule in-person virtual field trips and how to create student-paced field trips.

Speakers

Alyssum Barber

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

I have been that teacher-the one who has been willing to fill in here and there-near and far. In each capacity, I have sought out expert teachers from all over in order to support my students and other teachers, too. My real love in education is using outdoor and experiential... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A149, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

11:00am PDT

Engaging Writers

Learn strategies to engage your elementary students in writing and build resiliency in reluctant writers! Join your colleagues for a hands-on writing experience that will give you practical skills and materials to enhance writing in your classroom this year. We often ask our students to communicate clearly, share their voice, and know their audience, but writing involves putting yourself on paper. The fear of exposing your thoughts to others can be difficult to overcome. We will explore introducing writing in a way that will bring a smile to your students' faces and an eagerness to share!

Google Slides: Engaging Writers (to view)

Google Slides: Engaging Writers (to make a copy)

Speakers

Jureen Gardner

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Jureen has been an elementary teacher for 13 years. She believes that the magic in a classroom begins with community and student voice. By integrating subjects and using inquiry-based questioning, student curiosity leads to life-long learning. Building community emphasizing collaboration... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A146, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Equity and Inclusiveness Starts with My Name

Speakers

Gloria Pereyra-Robertson

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A154, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

11:00am PDT

Flipgrid for Littles

We will be going over the basics of Flipgrid, how we have used it in primary grades and start setting up your own grid. Excited for all to join the journey.

Speakers

Brian Ayala

Elementary Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A148, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Gifted Kids-Instruction That Works!

TAG students are often the neglected students in the classroom, learn ways to differentiate up lessons and skills to best support those learners. Elementary teachers will learn ways to help every student get what they need while staying on track with the core curriculum. Discussions will include knowing your students, identifying TAG students excitabilities and supporting student agency.

Speakers

Hunter Emery

TAG Specialist, Medford School District

Hunter has over 26 years of experience working with children from a variety of backgrounds, including 19 years of teaching elementary ed. His passion for hands-on learning and differentiated instruction stems from his own experiences as a pre-college student. He believes that every... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A147, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Just Say NO! to Boring Anchor Charts

Need a little "WOW!" factor in your anchor charts? Anchor charts are one of my favorite creative outlets. I'll pass on my secret (shhh!) hacks and tricks to show you how to make them POP! with borders, color, lettering, picture and interactive elements. No special artistic ability needed. If you can trace and use a ruler, you've got this!

Speakers

Lisa North

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A150, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Ready, set, Game ON!

Learn the ins and outs of classroom gamification. Experience gamification first hand and discover how to design and run a gamified classroom. After participating in a gamified lesson, we will discuss how gamification can enhance student engagement and agency, how we can smoothly integrate content across the curriculum, and where to start.

Classroom Gamification: The application of game elements (point scoring, badge earning, allies and enemies, quests and challenges, power ups, etc.) and game design in the classroom to enhance engagement.

Resources

Speakers

Becky Van Duker

Sixth Grade Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A145, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

11:00am PDT

Small Group Management Strategies

Speakers

Jennifer Snow

Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A155, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Classified

11:00am PDT

Teach From Your Best Self

In this session, participants will be given

An introduction to what it means to Teach from Your Best Self and why it matters
New ways of approaching teaching that reduces wear and tear on teachers and maximizes student learning.

Speakers

Jay Schroder

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A144, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience All Levels

11:00am PDT

Zoinks! Making inquiry-based learning, equity, and differentiation a blast!

Tackle student engagement, equity, differentiation, and inquiry-based learning with a new platform designed by a teacher and a student, a digital learning game called, "Zoinks!"* Former Mac Counselor and ELA teacher, Nikki Eddy, and former ELA teacher and current Mac Title I coordinator, Michele Wileman, will be your guides through the time and space of Session II!

Speakers

Wileman, Michele

Medford School District

Nikki Eddy

CEO, Wowza Learning Inc.

I can't wait to talk with you about student engagement, equity, differentiation, and inquiry-based learning, and let you try a brand-new platform designed to make it fun!

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
A153, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin

11:00am PDT

“Let’s Give Them Something to Talk About…”: Using Science Phenomena To Inspire Writing!

Have you ever wondered how to fit ‘Science’ into your day when you need to also get students to write well? This session will equip teachers with the tools necessary to use phenomena as a basis for inspiring writing in all classrooms. Teachers will participate in hands-on activities and will gain an understanding of the power of ‘ah-ha!’ in the writing process.

The main resource for this session is ‘A Vision and Plan for Science Teaching and Learning: An Educator’s Guide to A Framework for K-12 Science Education, NGSS and State Science Standards’ by Moulding, Bybee, and Paulson.

Speakers

Leslie Ashpole

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Leslie is an instructional coach for MSD 549C with a focus on science and with a passion for adventure and an inquiry-based curriculum. With over 25 years of experience in public and community education, she masterfully uses phenomena and hands-on experiences as tools to integrate... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
C116, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

11:00am PDT

STEAM Lab

Speakers

Hal Jones

Pathways Coordinator, Medford School District

Ellie Kilishek

Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Black Box Theater, SMHS

STEAM Lab

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

11:00am PDT

Table Top Conversations

Question Mark (your choice)
Question Mark (your choice)
What are some of the positive things that came out of last year's online learning that you hope to incorporate into your teaching this year? What stays? What goes?
What have you learned about yourself throughout the pandemic that most surprised you?
How much is too much screen time for kids? When to use technology and when not to use technology in the classroom?
What are some strategies you use (or want to use) in your classroom to address the social and emotional well-being of your students? How are you going to know each child by name, strength and need?
What are some engagement strategies you have used that are very effective and could be used in all classrooms?
What are some successful strategies for communicating and involving families?
What are some tech tools that work well to increase student learning? If possible, add links or information into Padlet.
What are your favorite self-care strategies that allow you to energize yourself throughout the year?

Speakers

Rachel Frison

Curriculum Coordinator/AVID District Coordinator, Medford School District

Kathy Koehler

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Cafeteria, Commons/SMHS

Table Top Discussions

Audience Secondary, Elementary, Classified, Admin

12:00pm PDT

Lunch

Lunch is a great time to connect! Grab some new and old colleagues and eat lunch on campus or at one of the local restaurants in the area!

Tuesday August 17, 2021 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
On Your Own

Lunch

1:15pm PDT

A Discussion about Better Discussions

Discussions in my all-online, asynchronous classrooms have gotten better over the years. I'll share some of the techniques I use for discussions, including the one discussion we had that topped them all. But it's more than my tips and tricks--in this session we'll be literally discussing discussions: come with your own viewpoints and tips to share!

ZOOM LINK:
https://soesd.zoom.us/my/canvascadre

Come ready to screenshare your own best examples of successful discussion prompts and to discuss strategies in whole group and breakout sessions.

Here's the Preso we'll be launching from: http://bit.ly/discussingdiscussions

Speakers

Tim Chase

Online Classrooms Advocate, SOESD

Who is Tim Chase?Tim Chase began teaching in 1997 at a teacher's institute in central China and then moved to beautiful central Oregon where he lives with his wife, Janet, and three teens. Tim is certified for secondary language arts and technology in several states and is currently... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary, Elementary

1:15pm PDT

Canvas for School Administrators

In this session, you will learn how to design a Canvas course for school staff that acts as an effective communication tool for announcements, events, and other important information.
You will learn how to:

Create and schedule announcements
Design pages with images, buttons, and text.
Schedule events
And, more!

Come away ready to launch a Canvas staff course for your school!

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Speakers

Charity MacLeod

Principal, Medford School District

I have been with the Medford School District since 2006. I taught 1st and 3rd grade at Wilson Elementary. In 2015 I moved to an InstructionalCoach position at McLoughlin Middle School. I began my career in administration in 2016 serving as an Administrative Intern, followed by two... Read More →

Sandy Holman

Hoover Elementary Principal, Medford School District

Math is a passion of mine...especially because I wasn't very good at it growing up. I've been in education for 17 years in the Medford School District and have taught this excruciatingly frustrating subject at both the middle and high schools. I own stock in Kleenex, providing... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Admin

1:15pm PDT

Intro to Achieve3000 Part A

In this session the following topics will be covered:

the process of Differentiation & Acceleration in Achieve Literacy
before, during, and after reading strategies with scaffolds to maximize impact for instruction and independent reading through a mock model lesson
instructional resources and various lesson types in Achieve3000 Literacy
data in the Achieve3000 Teacher Dashboard and key reports for monitoring growth and performance

CLICK HERE for Zoom Link

Speakers

Risa Kesselman

Trainer, Achieve 3000

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

1:15pm PDT

Intro to TeacherVue Synergy

Speakers

Jennifer Fisher

Manager - Applications & Data, Medford School District

Abigail Quiel

K-12 Digital Resources TOSA, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, classified, Admin

1:15pm PDT

Newsela: Getting Started (High School)

Newsela will lead 30 minute virtual workshops to help teachers understand how Newsela's instructional content platform can enrich teachers' lessons and classroom. This session will get you activated starting with the basics - why Newsela, signing in, finding and assigning content, and utilizing the educator center for support and accessing Newsela's network of teachers

newsela.zoom.us/j/91077484316?pw... (ID: 91077484316, passcode: 295809)

Speakers

Kevin Weiss

Customer Support, Newsela

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

1:15pm PDT

Supporting Students with Significant Social Emotional Needs

Reviewing approaches and strategies for supporting students with significant emotional needs. Will include some Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Collaborative Problem Solving approaches. All are welcome!

Link to Google Slides:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1oj1IM-cIKsTrjXx27b6wIoSffc3NiCU6_50lZc4dL3c/edit?usp=sharing

Zoom Link:
https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/97006639093
Meeting ID:
970 0663 9093

Speakers

Josh Brown

Lead TOSA Special Education, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Classified

1:15pm PDT

Vernier Technology: Hands-on Review session

In this first session, Dr. John Melville from Vernier Technology will present new ideas on best practices for using Vernier's Graphical Analysis, and use of sensors to enhance student learning. After a brief review and introduction to the technology, teachers will be able to work together to share their ideas on methods to best utilize Vernier technology to inspire each student.

Teachers will use the equipment at their own schools and classrooms. Please have a Chromebook, interface and pH, Carbon Dioxide and Temperature sensors available and ready to go.

This is an excellent session to review use of Vernier Technology, and to learn new tricks of the trade from John!

To join in on this session, use this zoom link: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/91761007751?pwd=cGVaNU1DRXN4d3ZLNURjMDNEL1hKZz09. and use this passcode 947070 (if needed.)

Speakers

Dr. John Melville

Director of Biology / Biology Staff Scientist, Vernier Software & Technology

John Melville received a BA in Biology and a BA in Psychology from Sonoma State University. He received his PhD in Zoology at Oregon State University and did postdoctoral research at the University of Oregon. He taught at Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon before accepting an... Read More →

Leslie Ashpole

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

1:15pm PDT

Classified Staff: Small Group Management Strategies

Speakers

Jennifer Snow

Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A146, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Classified

1:15pm PDT

Differentiating Math Instruction: Creating Access For All

In our time together, our focus will be how to plan with each student in mind as we make intentional decisions adapting math tasks so that they are accessible to all. We will engage in ways to differentiate content, process, products, and the learning environment to create a successful learning experience for all. Selecting and sequencing student math ideas, 3-Reads protocol for solving story problems, language supports needed to do the thinking & talking, Parallel and Open Tasks are just a few of the new or refined tools that you will walk away being able to use with any lesson. Optional: bring Unit 1 Teacher Guide of Investigations3 or CMP3.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_RRE_1NhybkdZsUV3Nofry2DR1hqIfaigc8X94T0KfE/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Andrea Kapphahn

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Andrea has taught in the Medford School District for 18 years. She started at Oak Grove Elementary school teaching 1st, 2nd, and 4th grade, a long term teaching job in 5th grade at Wilson. She has a strong passion for math, growth-mindset, and using students' strengths in their learning... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A155, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

1:15pm PDT

Flipgrid

Flipgrid is a really great way to hear all of your students' ideas, and for them to hear eachother, too!

Flipgrid basics including Canvas Integration, Flipgrid LIVE! and the new Discovery and how to use those ideas in your own classrooms. We will spend time creating your account and the first two or three grids you can use for Get To Know You connections for the first few days of school.

Speakers

Alyssum Barber

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A149, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary

1:15pm PDT

Getting Started: Canvas 101 for Elementary

Are you new to Medford School District or wanting to learn how to get started in Canvas? This time will be used for you to learn the basics of Canvas. You will have access to step by step assistance as you begin working on your Canvas page. Starting with your blank Canvas, we will learn some basic organization and design techniques, and import templates to get you started with the process. Bring your computer! There will be limited chromebooks available.

Google Slides: Canvas 101

Speakers

Jureen Gardner

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A154, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

1:15pm PDT

Google Apps 101

Learn the basics in Google Apps! Topics to include:

Shared drives
Sharing management
Google Drive management
Doc Management
Organization
Searching
File Stream

Speakers

Joe Allred

Supervisor - HelpDesk, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A148, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Classified, Admin

1:15pm PDT

Google Slides and Jamboard

Speakers

Tyler Flock

TOSA, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A144, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

1:15pm PDT

Level Up Your Canvas Course with Badgr

This session is for any teacher or admin who would like to gamify their course by awarding digital badges for their Canvas modules. Learn how to install and configure the Badgr LTI app in Canvas, as well as how to generate and issue badges, and manage the gamified course leaderboard. Badges encourage students and/or staff and even allows them to show off their accomplishments outside of the classroom. You will want to make sure you have a computer available to follow along in the session.

Presentation Link: https://bit.ly/2VWjlZC

Speakers

LeVonda Vickery

Elective Teacher, McLoughlin Middle School

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A152, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary

1:15pm PDT

National Board Certification 101

Have you been thinking about persuing National Board certification? Curious about what National Board even is? This informational presentation will help answer your questions.

Speakers

Nordahl, Rachel

7th grade ELA, Medford School District

Lisa North

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A150, SMHS

Live-In Person

1:15pm PDT

Suicide Risk Assessment and Procedures

This session will provide attendees with the tools they need to complete a suicide risk assessment should they be concerned about a students risk for suicide or severe self harm. Participants will learn and practice administering MSD’s six question risk assessment screener and will learn the proper district procedures for follow up and documentation. This training is vital for student safety and should be attended by principals, vice principals, counselors, therapists, deans or any other staff who regularly come in to contact with student in mental health distress. Ideally, each secondary school will have three people or more in the building who are trained, and elementary have two or more who are trained. Teachers and other school staff who are interested are also encouraged to join and learn the process, no mental health background is needed to administer this assessment and follow the procedures. I look forward to answering questions and working with you all around a tough topic!

Speakers

Jill Jeter

Crisis and Suicide Prevention Specialist

Hi Everyone! I grew up here in Medford and am proud to say I went through Medford Schools and had a fun and meaningful experience, which makes me eager to serve this community. I’ve worked in crisis and suicide prevention for the past eight years, five of those being at Jackson... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A226, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin, Classified

1:15pm PDT

Transforming Traditional Classrooms

Discover the magic of Lego, journey back to the Jurassic period, and join the ranks of NASA! Tap into students' interests through integrated thematic units. Get a road map for planning immersive learning experiences that transform your classroom and get your students excited about school.

Transformation Checklist

Speakers

Becky Van Duker

Sixth Grade Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A145, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

1:15pm PDT

Vocabulary - Word Learning Strategies K-6

Reading reserach and the Common Core State Standards press the importance of word learning strategy vocabulary instruction. Bring your reading program's Teacher's Edition from any unit of your choosing (just one unit needed). If you have a device (chromebook, laptop), bring that as well. You will leave this training with practical knowledge, planned instruction, and additional resources.

Link to slides:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15UeaLGktBa1RToZyXPDLlxcibD4PP9T1RXMiMmiIgw0/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Young, Megan

PreK-12 Literacy Director, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
A227, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

1:15pm PDT

STEAM Lab

Speakers

Hal Jones

Pathways Coordinator, Medford School District

Ellie Kilishek

Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Black Box Theater, SMHS

STEAM Lab

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

1:15pm PDT

Table Top Conversations

Question Mark (your choice)
Question Mark (your choice)
What are some of the positive things that came out of last year's online learning that you hope to incorporate into your teaching this year? What stays? What goes?
What have you learned about yourself throughout the pandemic that most surprised you?
How much is too much screen time for kids? When to use technology and when not to use technology in the classroom?
What are some strategies you use (or want to use) in your classroom to address the social and emotional well-being of your students? How are you going to know each child by name, strength and need?
What are some engagement strategies you have used that are very effective and could be used in all classrooms?
What are some successful strategies for communicating and involving families?
What are some tech tools that work well to increase student learning? If possible, add links or information into Padlet.
What are your favorite self-care strategies that allow you to energize yourself throughout the year?

Speakers

Rachel Frison

Curriculum Coordinator/AVID District Coordinator, Medford School District

Kathy Koehler

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Cafeteria, Commons/SMHS

Table Top Discussions

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

2:30pm PDT

Business Plus and UKG Tech Tools

1) UKG & Payroll ( Joe Allred, Kelly Kitchen, Debbie Adams) 20 Minutes
2) Zoom (Help Desk) 10 Minutes

Business Plus & US Bank High Level Overview - (John Petach) 30 minutes
3) Current Economic Environment
4) Show me the money! - Funding Sources and how to access them
5) Key Accounting Resonsibilities for each site
6) Tips to Remember
7) Several Appendices to use as a reference
Appendices A-F - How to request reports for various funds
Appendix G - Elementary Bank Deposit Reporting
Appendix H - Managing P-cards
Appendix I - Travel and Mileage Request
Appendix J - Purchasing and Stores Inventory Requisition Review
Appendix K - Credit Card Processing Guide
Appendix L - Student Transportation Form

Zoom: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/98816438415?pwd=ZjArUExUbmErbXYydVlQbERHM3FEdz09

Speakers

John Petach

Controller, Medford School District

Joe Allred

Supervisor - HelpDesk, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Classified, Elementary, Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Intro to Achieve3000 Part B

In this session the following topics will be covered:

the process of Differentiation & Acceleration in Achieve Literacy
before, during, and after reading strategies with scaffolds to maximize impact for instruction and independent reading through a mock model lesson
instructional resources and various lesson types in Achieve3000 Literacy
data in the Achieve3000 Teacher Dashboard and key reports for monitoring growth and performance

CLICK HERE to join

Speakers

Risa Kesselman

Trainer, Achieve 3000

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Newsela: Getting Started (High School)

newsela.zoom.us/j/91077484316?pw... (ID: 91077484316, passcode: 295809)

Speakers

Kevin Weiss

Customer Support, Newsela

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Pear Deck 101

Welcome to Pear Deck! This award-winning student engagement platform is fun to use and easy to learn. In this session, you’ll experience Pear Deck as a student; meet each of the 5 slide types; learn about Student-Paced Mode and other remote-learning features; use the Pear Deck sidebar; and create your own Pear Deck.

https://goguardian.zoom.us/j/91609229459

Speakers

Brandon Leffew

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin, Classified

2:30pm PDT

Screencasting

Learn to use screencasting on your assignments for students to refer to outside of the classroom. Screencasting can be used for flipped classrooms, absent students or extra studying outside of the classroom. You can also have students screencast to show their learning to you or teach to others.

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/93342771554

Speakers

Jennifer Drane

Medford School District

Jennifer has taught elementary and middle school for 21 years. She has executed trainings in blended learning, multiple intelligences and thematic instruction. She loves the outdoors and hands-on activities. She has also served as the tech coordinator for her previous school... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary

2:30pm PDT

The Show Must Go On

The focus in education has zeroed in on student mental health issues and what mindfulness can do in the classroom, but the topic of teacher mental health still remains taboo. This session discusses the importance of doing body scans and watching for mental health issues, using mindfulness but knowing when mindfulness isn’t enough, and other factors in the classroom that can affect mental health like burnout and secondary traumatic stress. Finally, how we can destigmatize mental health issues and create a culture of understanding.

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Speakers

Mandy Froehlich

Educator, Consultant, Author, Mandy Froehlich Education Consulting

Mandy Froehlich is a former educator, technology integrator, and Director of Innovation and Technology turned technology and mental health consultant. Her passion lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession as well as what’s needed to support teachers... Read More →

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin, Classified

2:30pm PDT

Vernier Technology 2: Spectrophotometers, Colorimeters and New Sensors

Join Dr. John Melville as he leads us through the setup and use of both Spectrophotometers and Colorimeters. Applications for use in Biology, Chemistry, and even Physical Science will be shared, along with a demonstration of new sensors and technology from Vernier.
Teachers will use the equipment at their own schools and classrooms. Please have a Chromebook, interface, Spectrophotometers, Colorimeters, and food coloring ready to go.

To join in on this session, use this zoom link: https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/91761007751?pwd=cGVaNU1DRXN4d3ZLNURjMDNEL1hKZz09. and use this passcode 947070 (if needed.)

Speakers

Dr. John Melville

Director of Biology / Biology Staff Scientist, Vernier Software & Technology

Leslie Ashpole

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Xtreme Efficiency: Using Canvas & Chrome to Work Faster/Smarter/Better

You've had success teaching with Canvas and living in your browser windows. Huzzah! But are there still tips and tricks that will save you time? YES!

Let's talk Canvancements to save clicks, Chrome Extensions that save lives, and Chrome and Canvas best practices that save time.

ZOOM LINK:
https://soesd.zoom.us/my/canvascadre

Presentation Link:
bit.ly/extremeefficiency

Speakers

Tim Chase

Online Classrooms Advocate, SOESD

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Secondary, Elementary

2:30pm PDT

3D Printing and Laser Cutting

Speakers

Doug Hanson

Engineering Instructor, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
D204, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary, Classified, Admin

2:30pm PDT

BreakoutEDU Play & Q &A

In this informal session, we will talk about how to use BreakoutEDU both digitally and with kits. We will have access to the different locks and will practice setting combinations so you'll be ready to run a BreakoutEDU in your class!

Speakers

Alyssum Barber

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A149, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Bring Your Google Slides to Life

We used A LOT of Google Slides last year! How did you like your slides? Did you wish you could make things move and spin and keep the kids engaged? Do you see all those cool interactive slides on TPT and wish you could make them yourself? In this session, you'll learn how to take your slides to the next level! BRING YOUR COMPUTER

Speakers

Lisa North

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A150, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Getting Started: Canvas 101 for Elementary

We will look at elements in designing a canvas course that will help elementary students be more autonomous. Using Canvas, whether online or in-person, can create student accountability and promote student voice, as well as save you a tremendous amount of time grading! Be sure to bring a computer. There will be limited chrome books available.

Google Slides: Canvas 101

Speakers

Jureen Gardner

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A154, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

2:30pm PDT

Gimkit, Kahoot, & Quizizz, OH MY!

Kahoot, GimKit and Quizizz can be used for so much more than classroom rewards. Learn the basics of creating games on each platform, structuring game play in the classroom, and utilizing the data provided by each game platform to inform instruction.

Speakers

Becky Van Duker

Sixth Grade Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A145, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

2:30pm PDT

Google Jamboard in the ELA Classroom

Jamboard is Google's version of an online whiteboard. Learn the basics of this tool and how it can be used in an ELA classroom.

Jamboard can be used for any of these topics:

Grammar
Vocabulary
Reading Comprehension
Facilitating Discussions

Speakers

Tiffany Showman

ELA Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A153, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Secondary

2:30pm PDT

Let’s Talk Math: Facilitating Student Discourse

Give all students the voice to lead classroom discussions. We will explore strategies to facilitate meaningful math talk in the classroom including student talk routines, student groupings, language supports, monitoring student understaning and accountability.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1T1fxw141SFtTXiLijgrntUkjE1g4AKm44dsrLdnY8SM/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Andrea Kapphahn

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A155, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

2:30pm PDT

Social Science Spectacular for K-1

Did you know that Medford has an amazing, teacher-created elementary social science curriculum? Please join us to learn more! There will be opportunity to

Learn about the curriculum development and how to access the lessons,
Review the priority standards, and
Plan lessons with grade-level colleagues.

We look forward to seeing you on August 17th!

Speakers

Ashley Nichols-Lee

Medford School District

Mom to 5 kids, backyard chicken farmer, food connoisseur, outdoor enthusiast, and elementary principal.

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A147, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary

2:30pm PDT

Suicide Risk Assessment and Procedures

Speakers

Jill Jeter

Crisis and Suicide Prevention Specialist

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A226, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Admin, Classified

2:30pm PDT

TAG! You're It! Basics

Discussions will be focused on the basics of TAG students, including demographics, myths, identification, nomination and the laws surrounding these amazing students. Paricipants will walk away with a better understanding of what it means to be Talented and Gifted and will be able to better identify students potential to perform.

Speakers

Hunter Emery

TAG Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A148, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience All Levels

2:30pm PDT

Teach From Your Best Self

In this session, participants will be given

An introduction to what it means to Teach from Your Best Self and why it matters
New ways of approaching teaching that reduces wear and tear on teachers and maximizes student learning.

Speakers

Jay Schroder

Teacher, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A144, SMHS

Live-In Person

Audience All Levels

2:30pm PDT

Using Design Thinking tools in the classroom

Design Thinking has been the ‘buzzword’ of recent years, however, it’s successful approach in both business and education has been well documented for decades.
Design Thinking uses a reciprocal approach to design, focuses on empathy, prototyping, using failure as a learning tool, and collaborative work.
In this session:

I will present Design Thinking (or Design Cycle) as a tool for solving complex problems, adding innovation and creativity into your classroom, and as a logical structure for your students to work together.
I will also show examples of Design Thinking being used in the classroom.

This session is open to anyone interested, from all subject areas, and from any age group. If you have experience in working with Design Thinking, I would love to hear examples from within your classroom.

Speakers

Iwan Meaker

Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
A146, SMHS

Live-In Person

2:30pm PDT

STEAM Lab

Speakers

Ellie Kilishek

Medford School District

Hal Jones

Pathways Coordinator, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Black Box Theater, SMHS

STEAM Lab

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin

2:30pm PDT

Table Top Conversations

Question Mark (your choice)
Question Mark (your choice)
What are some of the positive things that came out of last year's online learning that you hope to incorporate into your teaching this year? What stays? What goes?
What have you learned about yourself throughout the pandemic that most surprised you?
How much is too much screen time for kids? When to use technology and when not to use technology in the classroom?
What are some strategies you use (or want to use) in your classroom to address the social and emotional well-being of your students? How are you going to know each child by name, strength and need?
What are some engagement strategies you have used that are very effective and could be used in all classrooms?
What are some successful strategies for communicating and involving families?
What are some tech tools that work well to increase student learning? If possible, add links or information into Padlet.
What are your favorite self-care strategies that allow you to energize yourself throughout the year?

Speakers

Rachel Frison

Curriculum Coordinator/AVID District Coordinator, Medford School District

Kathy Koehler

Instructional Specialist, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Cafeteria, Commons/SMHS

Table Top Discussions

Audience Secondary, elementary, Admin, Classified

3:45pm PDT

Closing Session-Reflection , Feedback and Prizes!!!

Join Dr. Champion and Jeanne Grazioli, Deputy Superintendent in a Zoom to reflect on and celebrate the day of learning had by all! There will be time to complete a feedback survey on your experience for the day. Prizes and swag information will also be shared.

https://medfordsd.zoom.us/j/92253632428

Speakers

Jeanne Grazioli

Deputy Superintendent, Medford School District

Jeanne Grazioli has over 27 years of diverse experience in education across the US from urban to rural areas. She taught high school students with disabilities before becoming an administrator and also taught adults abroad in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Jeanne's administrative experience... Read More →

Dr. Bret Champion

Superintendent, Medford School District

Tuesday August 17, 2021 3:45pm - 4:00pm PDT
Zoom

Live Webinar/Zoom

Audience Elementary, Secondary, Classified, Admin, All Levels