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Monday, July 13
 

10:00am CDT

Introduction to Padlet
Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Looking for a quick, versatile way to boost collaboration, check for understanding, and streamline resource sharing in your classroom? Welcome to Padlet! In this fast-paced, 50-minute introductory session, you will discover how this intuitive digital bulletin board can transform student engagement across all grade levels and subject areas.
Presenters
avatar for Larissa Walder

Larissa Walder

Digital Learning Specialist, Padlet
Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 17

11:00am CDT

Just Add Games
Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
The presentation explores the use of math games in secondary classrooms (6-12). Put those digital devices away because are talking actual games! We will be exploring how games can enhance student engagement and reinforce foundational skills that can be helpful in their current learning. Attendees will be able to participate in actual game play and debrief and collaborate on how they see these fitting into their current classroom environment.

Secondary students often lose the opportunity for play within the classroom and show a decreased motivation in mathematics. Math games provide an opportunity for active learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and giving all learners the chance at low-stakes practice.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Sessions

Melissa Sessions

Teacher, Daphne Middle School
Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 17

12:00pm CDT

Smart, Strategic, Intentional: Using CERT to Drive ACT Success
Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Discover how to use CERT strategically, not just as an assessment tool, but as a powerful resource for driving intentional instruction, targeted remediation, and meaningful ACT growth. In this session, high school teachers and leaders will explore practical ways to leverage key CERT features, reports, and student supports to strengthen classroom instruction, inform PLC conversations, and promote student ownership of learning. Walk away with actionable ideas and practical strategies.
Presenters
avatar for Lauren Lavender

Lauren Lavender

ACT AIM Presenter, ACT AIM
Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 17

1:00pm CDT

The RoboWorld Cup: Kicking Off Soccer-Inspired Robotics Challenges
Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Bring the excitement of the World Cup to your classroom with robot athletes. In this hands-on session, educators will explore how to turn any rolling or driving robot into a soccer star, designing challenges that build coding and collaboration skills. Participants will experience a series of soccer-inspired activities—from dribbling drills and passing challenges to small-sided matches—that can be adapted for different grade levels and robot kits.
Presenters
avatar for Robert Mayben

Robert Mayben

Alabama Technology in Motion Specialist, ALSDE
Dr. Robert Mayben is the Alabama Technology in Motion Specialist for The UA-UWA Inservice Center. He received his PhD in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Instructional Technology from The University of Alabama. His dissertation focused on the impact of Instructional Geocaching... Read More →
Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 17

2:00pm CDT

Maximizing Intervention Periods with Student Data to Improve Academic Achievement
Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
This presentation will focus on utilizing prior student data points from the Pre-ACT, ACT, and other assessment platforms to build a school wide ACT study plan during student "intervention/skinny" periods. The attendees will learn to how to collect and analyze data and how to group student data sets to optimize student learning and engagement during ACT prep. Attendees can expect to have an action plan that includes: data collection/analysis, committee formation, creating planning time, teacher selection, and student and teacher incentives for ACT preparation, growth, and achievement.
Presenters
avatar for Monica Shaner

Monica Shaner

Curriculum Leader, Spanish Fort High
Hello, I am Monica Shaner, the Curriculum Leader at Spanish Fort High School. With sixteen years experience in education, my focus is on academic growth and achievement through problem-based learning, differentiated instruction, and data driven resources. I strive to support teachers... Read More →
avatar for Zachary Wenzel

Zachary Wenzel

Assistant Principal, Spanish Fort High
I am currently an assistant principal at Spanish Fort High School. I have over ten years of experience in education. My background is in data management and analysis. I am currently working on my doctorate in educational leadership at the University of South Alabama. The focus of... Read More →
Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 17
 
Tuesday, July 14
 

9:00am CDT

Unleashing Kami's Hidden Power - Beyond the Basics
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ready to move past simple highlighting? While many use Kami as a digital pen and paper, its true potential lies in its robust accessibility and multimedia suites. In this 50-minute deep dive, we will explore the Understand Menu—a powerhouse of inclusive tools like the Picture Dictionary, AI-powered Summarizer, and the "Relevel" feature that instantly adjusts text complexity to meet every learner where they are.We’ll also shift from "consuming" to "creating." You'll learn how to transform static assignments into dynamic portfolios using the Screencast and Video Recorder features. See how students can "think out loud" to demonstrate mastery, and how teachers can provide personalized, high-impact video feedback that saves time and builds stronger classroom connections.

Session Highlights:
  • The Accessibility Advantage: Master the "Understand" tools to support ESL/ELL and diverse learners with instant translation, decoding, and reading level adjustments.
  • Show, Don't Just Tell: Use the Screen Capture and Video Comment tools to capture student voice and authentic evidence of learning.




Presenters
avatar for Katie Nettles

Katie Nettles

Ed Tech Consulting Teacher, Baldwin County Public Schools
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 17

10:00am CDT

Padlet Tools to Deepen Instruction
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
This 2-hour learning lab will allow you to really go into deep adult learning mode to learn all about what Padlet has to offer. This versatile tech tool goes beyond a simple space to brainstorm ideas! With this longer format session, participants will have time to explore resources and to start planning / thinking about how they could apply these tools in their teaching.
Presenters
avatar for Larissa Walder

Larissa Walder

Digital Learning Specialist, Padlet
Tuesday July 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 17

12:00pm CDT

The RoboWorld Cup: Kicking Off Soccer-Inspired Robotics Challenges
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Bring the excitement of the World Cup to your classroom with robot athletes. In this hands-on session, educators will explore how to turn any rolling or driving robot into a soccer star, designing challenges that build coding and collaboration skills. Participants will experience a series of soccer-inspired activities—from dribbling drills and passing challenges to small-sided matches—that can be adapted for different grade levels and robot kits.
Presenters
avatar for Robert Mayben

Robert Mayben

Alabama Technology in Motion Specialist, ALSDE
Dr. Robert Mayben is the Alabama Technology in Motion Specialist for The UA-UWA Inservice Center. He received his PhD in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Instructional Technology from The University of Alabama. His dissertation focused on the impact of Instructional Geocaching... Read More →
Tuesday July 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 17

1:00pm CDT

Math Therapy: Adding Confidence, Subtracting Fear
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
How often have you heard someone say "I am bad at math"? In this session we will discuss what 'Math Therapy' is and how it looks inside your math classroom. We will explore math trauma, where is comes from, and the impact it has on our students. What can we do to help these students to believe and achieve! We will discuss some small changes that we can make inside our classroom to help support out students and build that math confidence. Come explore the 5 steps to helping student build a better relationship with math!
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Sessions

Melissa Sessions

Teacher, Daphne Middle School
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 17

2:00pm CDT

Just Add Games
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
The presentation explores the use of math games in secondary classrooms (6-12). Put those digital devices away because are talking actual games! We will be exploring how games can enhance student engagement and reinforce foundational skills that can be helpful in their current learning. Attendees will be able to participate in actual game play and debrief and collaborate on how they see these fitting into their current classroom environment.

Secondary students often lose the opportunity for play within the classroom and show a decreased motivation in mathematics. Math games provide an opportunity for active learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and giving all learners the chance at low-stakes practice.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Sessions

Melissa Sessions

Teacher, Daphne Middle School
Tuesday July 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 17
 
Wednesday, July 15
 

9:00am CDT

Unleashing Kami's Hidden Power - Beyond the Basics
Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ready to move past simple highlighting? While many use Kami as a digital pen and paper, its true potential lies in its robust accessibility and multimedia suites. In this 50-minute deep dive, we will explore the Understand Menu—a powerhouse of inclusive tools like the Picture Dictionary, AI-powered Summarizer, and the "Relevel" feature that instantly adjusts text complexity to meet every learner where they are.We’ll also shift from "consuming" to "creating." You'll learn how to transform static assignments into dynamic portfolios using the Screencast and Video Recorder features. See how students can "think out loud" to demonstrate mastery, and how teachers can provide personalized, high-impact video feedback that saves time and builds stronger classroom connections.

Session Highlights:
  • The Accessibility Advantage: Master the "Understand" tools to support ESL/ELL and diverse learners with instant translation, decoding, and reading level adjustments.
  • Show, Don't Just Tell: Use the Screen Capture and Video Comment tools to capture student voice and authentic evidence of learning.




Presenters
avatar for Katie Nettles

Katie Nettles

Ed Tech Consulting Teacher, Baldwin County Public Schools
Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 17
 
Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference - GRITC 2026
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