WEMTA 2025 - Ignite and Inspire: Impacting Learning Together: Full Schedule

12:30pm CDT

Empowered Learning (Passion Project/Genius Hour)

Sunday March 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Embracing empowered learning is not just a teaching method; it's the cornerstone of preparing students for an ever-evolving world where jobs and fields are yet to be invented. By championing innovation and encouraging risk-taking, we impart life skills that empower students to navigate the unknown. In this session, you'll delve into many student-tested resources designed to thrive in any learning environment. Discover the latest tools that foster an empowered learning atmosphere within your classroom. Walking away with Passion Project/Genius hour resources, dynamic formative and summative assessment tools, and extended learning resources that elevate your teaching to new heights.

Speakers

Aggie Salter

ITS

Agnieszka Salter (@AggieSalterITS) is an Instructional Technology, PD Specialist, Instructional Coach Leader, and Innovation teacher at QP School in Madison, WI. Aggie is the Digital Promise Global's Coach Community Manager. She is one of the initial curriculum designers and teachers... Read More →

Sunday March 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Intermediate, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Students as Creators

1:45pm CDT

Digital Hygine - Educating Teachers, Students, and Famlies

Sunday March 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CDT

BCC Collaborate A

Amidst Covid, child trafficking cases doubled via social media and unsupervised screen time. Gain confidence: learn warning signs, safeguard yourself, students, and staff. Master Data Privacy for personal and school use. Workshop covers vital areas: Human and Sex Trafficking red flags, App Permissions, Visual Privacy, and Social Engineering.

Speakers

Aggie Salter

ITS

Sunday March 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Beginner, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Advocacy, Community Partnerships, Data & Privacy

3:00pm CDT

AI in the Classroom: What it is, why it’s changing the world, and how we can prepare for it

Sunday March 9, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate A

AI is a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize education, the workforce, and our society. Join us to better understand AI's implications and prepare for its impact on our lives and community. This conversation will be led by Jake Boll, curriculum and educational technology specialist at CESA 5. Jake will discuss the potential benefits and risks associated with AI as it continues to evolve as well as ethical and data privacy considerations. Bring a device to explore recommended AI tools and ask questions. All are welcome whether you are a beginner or experienced AI user as we look forward to sharing and learning from one another.

Speakers

Jake Boll

Curriculum Specialist, CESA 5

High School social studies teacher before joining the team at CESA 5 as a curriculum and ed tech specialist. Some favorite PD topics include digital citizenship and media literacy, inquiry based learning, standards based grading, artificial intelligence, and UDL. Also a HS cross country... Read More →

Sunday March 9, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Intermediate, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Data & Privacy, Facilitating Professional Learning

8:45am CDT

Our Library Favorite Things

Monday March 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CDT

BCC Collaborate A

Join us for a lively and engaging session as we showcase our favorite things in the library world! In this fun and interactive presentation, we'll highlight the best of what our library has to offer—from innovative resources and useful technology to efficient processes and exciting programming that engage our students and staff.
We’ll explore the tools and equipment that make our work easier and more effective, share tips on creating memorable library experiences, and reveal the behind-the-scenes strategies that keep everything running smoothly. Whether it's a new gadget, a favorite database, a beloved event, or a breakthrough in library services, you'll leave with fresh ideas and inspiration you can bring back to your own library.

Speakers

Sara Malchow

Digital Learning Specialist, Pulaski Community School District~ Wisconsin

After 18 years in the classroom, Sara now shares her experiences and her passion for technology integration as a Digital Learning Specialist for the Pulaski Community School District. She is passionate about leveraging technology to support all students while increasing student agency... Read More →

Amy Uelmen

Director of Instructional Technology, Pulaski Community School District

In my role as Director of Instructional Technology for Pulaski Community School District, I enjoy the opportunities and challenges my current position brings as well as the opportunity to share my enthusiasm for integrating technology and literacy with students and staff. My past... Read More →

Monday March 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Beginner, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Budget & Resources, Library Space, Makerspace

1:00pm CDT

EdTech Takeout: Ordering Up Bite-Sized Technology PD for Teachers and Staff

Monday March 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate A

EdTech Takeout is inspired by a takeout menu where you can design a unique and customizable approach to PD, allowing teachers and staff to "order" from a selection of EdTech topics served in bite-sized, manageable "dishes" that can be used immediately in their classrooms.

Speakers

Tricia Louis

District Technology Integration Professional, Richland School District

Tricia Louis is an #edtech advocate. In her position as the Technology Integration Professional at the Richland School District, she brings individual & group training to the 200+ staff employed there. Tricia is proud to be a part of the Google For Education Certified Trainer, Apple... Read More →

Monday March 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Intermediate, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Facilitating Professional Learning

3:00pm CDT

Choosing Books for your High School Library in a Climate of Scrutiny

Monday March 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate A

As I continue to have conversations with my fellow librarians in a climate where book selection and the intellectual freedoms in school libraries are being heavily scrutinized I wonder often how to select books for my shelves. Let's talk about it! Join me and your colleagues in a conversation around book selection, library procedures for checkouts, and how to create trust in the process with administrators, and the community.

Speakers

Ashley Knapp

Library Media Instructional Technology Specialist, West De Pere High School

I am a high school Library Media/Instructional Specialist, and I also serve as the building's Talent Development Coordinator. Prior to this position, I was a high school and middle school English/Language Arts Teacher.

Monday March 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Beginner, High School

Company Collaborative Leadership, Community Partnerships, Library Space

8:15am CDT

Digging Into Your Collection

Tuesday March 11, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am CDT

BCC Collaborate A

Collection development is so much more than ordering books. It requires intentional examination of your collection from different angles: what does your library have and what does it need? This session will share different ways to look at your collection and helpful hints to make the process smoother, more efficient, and more deliberate. Come with a computer and plan to dig into your collection!

Speakers

Val Edwards

Teresa Voss

Librarian, Verona Area School District

I believe that all students should see themselves and feel like the library, be it the physical space or the virtual, is their home. I serve as the high school and district librarian for the Verona Area School District. I have taught in all grade levels and internationally. These... Read More →

Tuesday March 11, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Beginner, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Budget & Resources, Collection development

10:45am CDT

Creating a Technology Success Pack for New Teachers and Staff

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT

BCC Collaborate A

This session aims to address the challenges that new teachers and staff face when they join a school district, particularly around technology integration and digital tools essential for teaching and administration. Participants will get information on how to compose a resource guide that provides new hires with all the necessary tools, platforms, support resources, and best practices to feel confident and effective from day one.

Speakers

Tricia Louis

District Technology Integration Professional, Richland School District

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT
BCC Collaborate A

Intermediate, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Facilitating Professional Learning