Storm into Summer 2025

According to The National Child Stress Network, approximately 25% of American children will experience at least one traumatic event by the age of 16. School personnel are the first line of defense to help them overcome, prepare, and/or survive childhood trauma. My presentation will give background on trauma and how it affects a child's brain and learning. I give examples of simple practices teachers of all grades, counselors, and administrators can incorporate to create a trauma-informed, resilience-building classroom and school. Participants will leave with multiple handouts on how to assess trauma and resilience with their students and a better grasp on how to be proactive to trauma instead of reactive.

Explore how AI can revolutionize the way teachers plan and prepare by assisting routine tasks, personalizing lesson content, and boosting creativity. In this interactive seminar, you'll discover practical AI tools that save time, enhance lesson planning, and help you meet the diverse needs of your students. Whether you're new to AI or looking to level up your planning, this session will provide hands-on experience and actionable strategies to integrate AI into your teaching workflow. Attendees will need a laptop or device to participate in interactive activities.

Want to make your classroom a place where students are excited to learn? This engaging session will explore simple yet powerful ways to bring fun into your teaching every day. You'll discover quick and easy 5-minute activities that build community, boost energy, and keep students engaged. We'll also dive into creative ways to incorporate video making and graphic design into your lessons, giving your quick finishers meaningful and exciting projects to work on. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas to spark joy in learning or innovative tech tools to enhance your lessons, this session is packed with practical, ready-to-use strategies. Get ready to energize your classroom and inspire your students like never before!

Start the school year on the right foot with activities designed to create an inviting, energetic, and engaging atmosphere in your classroom. In this session, we'll explore a variety of creative and effective first-day activities tailored for middle and secondary students. You'll learn how to build relationships, set expectations, and foster a sense of community from day one. Whether you're looking for icebreakers, team-building exercises, or strategies to reduce back-to-school anxiety, this session will provide you with the tools to make your first day memorable and impactful. Join us to kickstart a year of success, collaboration, and fun!