Storm into Summer 2025

Starting at a new school can be overwhelming for students, but with the right support, they can quickly feel like part of the community. This 15-minute mini-lesson will equip future and current educators with practical strategies to help new students adjust socially, emotionally, and academically. Educators will learn how to create welcoming environments, foster peer connections, and implement simple yet effective orientation activities. Whether your school has regular or irregular rates of new students, these tools will enable you and your colleagues to build confidence in all students and ensure they thrive in their new environment. Participants will leave this engaging session with ready-to-use ideas to take back to their own communities and ensure every new student feels supported from day one.

Want to transform your exam review sessions into an interactive, engaging experience? In this session, participants will work through an escape room and discover how to create their own using puzzles, clues, and collaborative problem-solving. We’ll discuss strategies for designing escape rooms that reinforce key concepts, promote engagement, and enhance student learning—no special kits or software required. You'll leave with practical ideas to implement in your own classroom. Get ready to unlock new ways to make reviewing fun!

Why aren't students getting it? A lot of times, it's because we make assumptions of knowledge they don't have. Let's look at those missing pieces together! Interactive/Practical/Any Level