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How Can We Thank Our Veterans? Veterays Day November 11, 2022
Announcements/Important DatesSocial Studies

How Can We Thank Our Veterans?

by Emily Horn
written by Emily Horn

My dad is a Veteran who served two tours in Iraq from 2002-2004. My grandfathers were Veterans as well. I have several friends who are either in the military or whose spouses are in the military. If you know of anyone who’s ever served, you understand – on some level – the sacrifices of serving. Of course, those of us who have not served will never fully fathom the depth and breadth of military service like a Veteran who experienced it themselves. Thinking about my own father’s sacrifices brings tears to my eyes even now. How do we even begin to honor our Veterans for their service and sacrifice? Here are a few ideas for ways you and your friends, family, students, and community can show up for Veterans on Friday, November 11, 2022.

Attend Local Events

What is scheduled in your community for Veteran’s Day? Is there a service or ceremony planned at the Capitol, or a parade? Will there be a 5K or fundraising event nearby? How are your city and community planning to celebrate and honor Veterans in the area? Make it a point to attend events and encourage students to attend also. If you can, schedule a field trip to attend an event or ceremony.

Veterans in uniform with American flags on a Veterans of Foreign Wars float in a Veterans Day Parade.

Interview Veterans

Ask students if they have a friend or family member who is a Veteran. Perhaps there are staff members in your school who are Veterans. Invite them to your classroom for a Q&A or to give a presentation. Or have students individually interview a Veteran to write an essay, make a video essay, or give a presentation about them. Brainstorm a list of questions with your students in advance to guide their interviews.

A Veteran speaking to a class of high school students.

Visit a Local VA Hospital or Nursing Home

Do you live near a VA Hospital or nursing home? Contact your local facility to see if there are any special events or services planned to honor Veterans. Ask how you can participate! If there’s nothing planned, students can write letters and deliver them to Veterans, hand deliver treats, or prepare songs or poems to perform. Making a visit just for students to talk to a Veteran about their service can be impactful. Also, look into any volunteer programs that may be available.

Participate in the Veteran’s Day Moment of Silence

Did you know that Public Law No: 114-240 passed in the 114th Congress on October 7, 2016 calls on the American people to “observe two minutes of silence on Veterans Day at 3:11pm Atlantic standard time”? You can participate with your students and encourage them to lift up thoughts of gratitude for Veterans and their service during this time.

Elementary students with flags bow their heads in a moment of silence for Veterans Day.
Source: Defense Visual Information Distribution Service

Support a Charity

There are many ways your students can show support through charitable giving. For example, Soldiers’ Angels has several opportunities for people to give back through campaigns like Treats for Troops, Holiday Stockings for Heroes, and Holiday Adopt-a-Family. You can also raise funds through student-led initiatives like bake sales for charities such as Wounded Warrior Project and K9s for Warriors.

These are just a few small ways to thank Veterans and educate students. What will you do to honor Veterans this year? What have you done in the past? Please share ideas with us in the comments so that we can support, honor, and thank our Veterans this November.

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Activities for Celebrating STEM/STEAM Day

by Diana Benner
written by Diana Benner

National STEM/STEAM Day falls on November 8. It’s the perfect day to help students focus on science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Creating an understanding of STEM and STEAM is extremely important. Therefore, on November 8, celebrate STEAM/STEM Day by encouraging your students to do a STEM or STEAM project!

Multiple studies have highlighted the importance of STEM education. STEM skills are more important now than ever because STEM enhances one’s capacity to innovate and use technology and science as a tool to solve problems. In addition,  STEM careers have increased by 79% since the 1990s and are projected to continue to grow by at least 13% into 2027.

STEM/STEAM Activities and Resources

There are many great ways for students to celebrate STEM/STEAM Day at home and in the classroom. Here are some activities and resources to help you get started.

Fun Stem Resources for High School Learners

Screenshot of a chart made by high school students about raising chickens

Discover a trove of STEM resources and ways to find even more. These will all work great with your high school students.

Gratitude Towers for Social Awareness and Stem

Did you know that students can explore SEL and STEM all in one project? Well, they can– by building gratitude towers!

Solo Cup Engineering Challenge

Instructions and supplies list for the Solo Cup STEM Engineering Challenge

The Solo Cup Engineering Challenge is perfect for team building. Students and adults love this activity for fun and learning.

Stem Activities and Challenges for Middle School Learners

If you’re looking to engage your middle school learners in new STEM activities and challenges, you’ll definitely want to try these out!

The Helping Harriet STEAM Challenge

The Helping Harriet STEAM Challenge

Looking for a fun STEAM activity for your classroom? Check out this blog entry, which features Harriet, a bald eagle watched by millions of people.

We Have to Save Fred!

We Have to Save Fred STEM challenge materials

Always a favorite, The Save Fred Challenge is great for team building. Plus, check out extension ideas to create a perfect day of learning.

Do you have any STEM/STEAM challenges that you love? Add them in the comments to let us know. And have a wonderful STEM/STEAM Day this November 8!

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How Will You Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month?
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How Will You Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month?

by Emily Horn
written by Emily Horn

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! Check out five resources you can use this month and year-round. Before diving into the resources, let’s look at the history of Hispanic Heritage Month.

What is Hispanic Heritage Month?

The period between September 15 and October 15, known in the United States as Hispanic Heritage Month, marks many celebrations and anniversaries relating to Latin American countries. For example, according to NationalHispanicHeritageMonth.gov, September 15 is Independence Day for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Additionally, Mexico’s Independence Day is September 16, Chile’s is September 18, and Columbus Day is October 12. Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon B. Johnson, and President Ronald Reagan expanded the celebration to Hispanic Heritage Month in 1988. This is a month to celebrate, acknowledge, and educate on the significant contributions Hispanic Americans have made to the United States and beyond, but this should extend well past the month and integrate into every day.

1. National Education Association

NEA has a wealth of resources, lesson plans, activities, multimedia, booklists, and more for Hispanic Heritage Month. These are split up by grade level for teachers to make it easy to navigate. NEA also links to a PBS article with good information on cultural appropriation, what it is, and how to be mindful and respectful.

2. Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino

Explore virtual exhibits, bilingual resources, Latino military contributions, primary sources and personal stories, inspiring women, and more on the National Museum of the American Latino’s website. They also link to a fantastic article by the Smithsonian Latino Center, “Top Eight Reasons Why and How We Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.” The Nuestra America on Smithsonian Learning Lab also has a great collection of stories to explore.

3. Anti-Defamation League

National Hispanic Heritage Month Ideas

The Anti-Defamation League has a great article with links to lesson plans, children’s literature, resources, and more. They also provide resources on bias and discrimination and how to approach discussions on race.

4. PBS

latino americans PBS

PBS Learning Media offers fantastic resources for exploring Hispanic heritage within “the broader American narrative.” This means exploring everything from American pre-history to settlement to current issues. This website offers many primary sources and aligns with Common Core and the TEKS. Lesson plans are labeled with grade levels for easy navigation.

5. National Hispanic Heritage Month Website

hispanic heritage month

On NationalHispanicHeritageMonth.gov, teachers can find resources linked to The Library of Congress, National Archives, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, and the Smithsonian Institute. You’ll discover a rich variety of lessons, resources, studies, and other content.

Do you have any suggestions or resources you love that should be added to the list? If so, leave them in the comments for us to discover and explore.

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Announcements/Important DatesGood Teaching

Visit Museums for FREE on September 17!

by Diana Benner
written by Diana Benner

The annual Free Museum Admission Day falls on Saturday, September 17, 2022. You can take advantage of visiting museums for free on this day, and if you can’t make it in person, you can always visit one (or more!) virtually.

How to Get Tickets

Museum Day is a one-day, annual event that brings together museums, zoos, and cultural centers from all over to offer free admission for the day. According to the Smithsonian, Museum Day shines a spotlight on incredible arts, culture, sciences, innovation, and history exhibits across the country.

To get started, go here and click on Get a Ticket. Next, select the museum you want to attend for free and submit your name and email address. You’ll then be able to download your ticket, and they’ll also email you a copy. If you don’t see one in your area on the list, you might want to give them a call.

Virtual Visits and Online Resources

Museum Day goes beyond walking through museum doors because you can now make virtual visits. In fact, many museums offer educational resources that accompany the virtual visit. Below are a few you’ll want to check out.

The American Museum of Natural History

The American Museum of Natural History is located in New York. It offers professional development seminars on topics such as “Using Picture Books in Science Classrooms.” Additional resources include a complete curriculum, virtual field trips, and a lot of articles, videos, and other classroom materials. The museum also offers OLogy, a science website for students that includes games, videos, and hands-on activities.

OLogy Activities

The Smithsonian

The Smithsonian is located in Washington, D.C. Within the Smithsonian are various museums such as the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Smithsonian even has a zoo. The Smithsonian offers so many educator resources.

Here are a few educational resources to check out:

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Met virtual museum day map

The Met offers a variety of programs designed for K–12 educators that explore objects in The Met collection, curriculum integration, and methods for teaching with objects. There are many lesson plans, videos, and curriculum resources that you can use to introduce your students to the selected collections of the museum. In addition, MetKids is a free kid-centered resource for grades 2–8.

Don’t forget that you can also explore the Louvre’s entire collection as well. Let us know in the comments if you made a virtual or in-person visit on Museum Day!

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It’s System Administrator Appreciation Day

by Emily Horn
written by Emily Horn

Today is the 24th annual System Administrator Appreciation Day. This is a day that is celebrated each year on the last Friday of July to highlight system administrators and IT professionals everywhere. Because let’s face it, could we do our jobs without them? Negative. In the words of Sysadminday.com,

Your network is secure, your computer is up and running, and your printer is jam-free. Why? Because you’ve got an awesome sysadmin (or maybe a whole IT department) keeping your business up and running. So say IT loud; say IT proud …Happy SysAdmin Day!

So in celebration of system administrators everywhere, say a big thanks to the IT professionals in your life that keep you up and running every day. Here are a few ideas for how, and these aren’t just for today!

Eleven Ways to Show Appreciation

  1. Say thank you verbally. Go to their office and express gratitude to them directly. Encourage others to do so as well.
  2. Buy them breakfast or lunch.
  3. Collect appreciation notes from other staff, write your own, tie them all up with a big ribbon, and give them all to your sysadmin.
  4. Give a big shout-out on social media and encourage others to do so as well.
  5. If it’s possible, and if you have this authority, give them a day off!
  6. Snacks. Goodies. Coffee. All of these.
  7. Give them a gift card and a “Thank you” card signed by all the staff.
  8. Highlight their accomplishments publicly (on social, in a meeting, via email). What have they specifically done to improve technology in your school or district? I’m willing to bet– a lot.
  9. Have a party (full on with pizza, cake, and ice cream) to celebrate them.
  10. Offer them tickets to an event (concert, sports, play, etc.) that you know they’d love.
  11. Make funny t-shirts to wear advertising how amazing they are.

Additional SysAdmin Day Resources:

TCEA’s SysAdmin Conference is coming up on November 2-3, 2023. If you’re ready to network with the best in the business and expand your knowledge with peers in the field, you’re ready for SysAdmin. And there’s early bird pricing through September 2!

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Present at the Conference for Educational Coaches

by Diana Benner
written by Diana Benner

As an instructional coach, you do great things with your staff. You’ve got experience, knowledge, ideas, strategies– and resources for days. Why not share them by submitting a proposal to present?

What is the Conference for Educational Coaches (CEC)?

The Conference for Educational Coaches (CEC) was formally known as the Campus Technology Specialist Academy (CTSA). It will convene instructional and technology coaches in partnership with IDEA (Illinois Digital Educators Alliance) to answer the question “What are the most effective ways to promote positive change in teaching and learning?”

The conference will be held on October 12-13, 2022. It will be a hybrid event, meaning it will have both face-to-face and online components. The face-to-face conference will take place at TCEA Headquarters in Austin, Texas.

CEC Call for Presenters

Topics to Choose From

On the Call for Proposal form, you will select your main topic. These categories broadly define your session. You’ll want to select the one that is the closest match to your session.

  • Effective Coaching: Sessions on this topic should be focused on coaching. For example, best practices in coaching, how to be an effective coach, etc. 
  • Leadership Skills: Coaching requires leadership skills. If your session will be covering leadership qualities that every coach needs, select leadership skills as your topic.  
  • Instructional Strategies and Curriculum Design: Sessions on this topic should be focused on instructional strategies, curriculum design, content knowledge, and/or pedagogy.
  • Training and Facilitation Skills: Sessions on this topic should be focused on professional development methods, integrating technology, and/or social-emotional learning and resiliency. 

Session Formats to Choose From

You will also select your session format on the Call for Proposals form. Since the conference will be hybrid, you will choose from these session formats:

  • Live: Select this if you want to present to a live audience at TCEA. You will be expected to provide 60 minutes of content.
  • On-Demand: If you would like to pre-record your session for attendees to watch on-demand, select this option. You will be expected to provide 30-60 minutes of content in advance of the conference.
  • Blended: Select this if you want to present to a live audience and an online audience at the same time. You will be expected to provide 60 minutes of content.
  • Any format will work: If any of the formats will work for you, select this option.

Presenters who are selected for two or more sessions will receive complimentary registration. All other presenters and co-presenters are expected to register and pay to attend.

Need ideas for writing session titles and descriptions for your Call for Presenters submission? Check out this article for some tips!

Submit Today

Submit your proposal to be a presenter today! The deadline for submissions is the end of the day July 24, 2022. Don’t miss out on a chance to support your peers in the field with an amazing presentation, tools, and resources.

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Announcements/Important DatesLeadershipProfessional Learning

How to Write Call for Presenter Titles and Descriptions

by Emily Horn
written by Emily Horn

If you’re into presenting at conferences and conventions, you know that the first step is the proposal or submission of your presentation, session, or workshop. An important part of the “Call for Presenters” process is pitching your session with a title and short and long description (among other things). Not only do the title and descriptions influence those making the selections, but they also highly impact attendance. Let’s talk about how to write amazing titles that lead people to read your description. And then, let’s take a look at how to write a concise but also interesting and informative description so that attendees don’t want to miss your session.

Four Tips for Writing “Attention-Grabbing” Titles

Did you know that only about two out of 10 people will move on to read your description after seeing your title or headline? It’s true. That’s one reason why writing a fantastic title is so important. You want to make the reader think, “That sounds interesting– like it could directly benefit me. I want to know more!” Here are some tips:

1. Keep it short. Six to 10 words or less with a maximum of 70 characters (ideally 50 characters or less) will do the trick for your title.

2. Use proper writing style. At TCEA, we use AP Style. So you can use a tool like this one to help you with title case capitalization rules. Another important rule for TCEA’s style guide (and many other conferences) is spelling out the word “and” instead of using the ampersand (&). Additionally, we do not capitalize “to” or “with” in a title. And we write out numbers one through nine unless you’re referring to grade levels (grade 1, 1st grade, etc.).

3. It’s all about the details! In the title, include information about what tool(s) will be explored or highlighted (e.g., Jamboard), what the result of the session will be (e.g., successful differentiation), and what attendees can expect to walk away with (e.g., templates, tips, and tricks). So, an example would be “Jamboard Templates and Tricks for Differentiation Domination.” The reader gets so much information from just a few words. If you can highlight the targeted audience in the title, that’s great, too (e.g., K-5 Jamboard Templates for Differentiation Domination).

4. Make it stand out. Use power verbs and adjectives, make it funny (or punny, if appropriate), and incorporate unique words to make it pop. Saying “Jamboard Templates and Tricks for Differentiation Domination” is more interesting and gives more information than saying “Using Jamboard for Differentiation,” for example.

presentation session title tips

Four Tips for Writing “Must-Attend” Session Descriptions

Ok, so your title is written, and you’re feeling great (as you should). Now you’re ready to tackle the descriptions. The big attendee question to answer with your descriptions is, “What’s in it for me?” Essentially, the reader should know how attending your session, presentation, or workshop will directly benefit them. These tips are similar to the title tips, but they are expanded a bit. Here we go!

1. Keep it short. For TCEA, short descriptions should be 30 words maximum, and long descriptions should be 75 words maximum. It’s not easy to get everything in these descriptions. But you can definitely get those important details in there to leave readers wanting to attend your session.

2. Use proper writing style. The style guide information listed in the title tips above also applies to descriptions. Read, reread, edit, and revise your descriptions– then repeat. We follow AP style, and if you’re not sure of a rule, Google it! I’d also recommend using a grammar and spell check tool.

3. Focus on the benefits. Target your audience by calling them out in the description or title if you can (e.g., Five Comprehension Strategies Proven to Boost K-5 Reading Outcomes). Focus on the results and explain outright what attendees will be able to do after the session and how that will directly and positively impact their work/life. Also, describe what attendees will do during the sessions, and be honest about your presentation. Set clear expectations.

4. Make it interesting. Attendees and reviewers will be looking at lots of descriptions, so make yours stand out by using action verbs, active voice, and good adjectives. Skip out on phrases like “In this session” and “Come to this session.” Use your words to describe and hook instead. The reader knows this is a presentation/session/workshop, so no need to mention that. Talk directly to the reader in a personal way by using “your” and “you” instead of using “attendees” and “participants.”

presentation session description tips

TCEA Calls for Presenters

Do you have expertise to share and a passion for helping others grow? TCEA is always looking for dynamic presenters for our professional learning events. Whether you’re an educator, coach, librarian, or IT professional, there’s an opportunity for you to inspire others.

Here are the events you can present at:

TCEA Convention & Exposition
Join one of the largest ed tech events, bringing together educators from around the world. Share innovative practices, tools, and ideas that enhance teaching and learning.

Elementary Technology Conference (ETC)
Focused on PreK-5 educators, this event is the perfect place to share engaging ways to integrate technology in elementary classrooms.

AI for Educators Conference
Dive into the world of AI in education. If you’re exploring cutting-edge tools and strategies to enhance teaching and learning, this is the place to share your expertise.

Conference for Educational Coaching (CEC)
Designed for those in digital learning, coaching, and technology integration roles, this event is perfect for sharing your approaches to supporting educators.

Librarian Conference
Focused on the evolving role of libraries, this event welcomes presenters who can inspire with innovative strategies, tools, and resources for library professionals.

System Administrator and Technical Support Conference (SysAdmin)
Tailored for IT professionals supporting PreK-16 settings, this event is ideal for sharing your knowledge of hardware, software, networks, and infrastructure.

TCEA events happen throughout the year, and we welcome presentation submissions year-round. Many of these events are held in Austin, TX, at the TCEA Conference Center. As a bonus, primary presenters of two or more sessions may qualify for free registration!

Ready to share your expertise? Submit your presentation ideas anytime, and help make our events unforgettable. Have questions or tips to share? Comment below—we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your ideas now!

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Microsoft’s TCEA Summer Camp

by Victoria Thompson
written by Victoria Thompson
Microsoft Education

Congratulations on completing the school year! As you slide into summer, take time to rest, relax, and consider participating in professional development that can help you prepare for the next school year. There are several opportunities available, but if you’re interested in learning more about Microsoft tools and resources over the summer, we’ve got you covered! In partnership with the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA), Microsoft Education is holding a virtual summer camp. All sessions will be held June 21-23 from 1 p.m. CT to 4:30 p.m. CT.

During this virtual summer camp, attendees will learn about how Microsoft tools can help elevate learning and leadership in the classroom, school, and beyond. Crafted with educators in mind, a unique element of this conference is that sessions will be run by our awesome Microsoft Innovative Education Experts (MIEExperts), Showcase School leaders, Microsoft Learning Consultants, and more! You’ll learn from people in education and in industry. Sessions include how to join the Microsoft Innovative Education Expert community, using Immersive Reader in STEM content and classes, using Microsoft Teams for blended learning, and how to use Reading Progress to personalize student literacy—and this just scratches the surface. Platforms covered include Minecraft: Education Edition, OneDrive, OneNote, Office 365, MakeCode, Sway, and more. No worries if you happen to miss a session – you’ll have access to the TCEA Microsoft Virtual Summer Camp series through July 27. 

We look forward to showing you how Microsoft tools can help you grow professionally! As the excitement builds, be sure to check out the event page and TCEA’s social media, and register! We can’t wait to see you there! For more information about the Microsoft Innovative Education Expert and Showcase School programs, you can find more information on our Microsoft Educator Programs website.

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Announcements/Important DatesTCEA Membership

Two Days Only: Free TCEA Membership! 

by Robert Bennett
written by Robert Bennett

TCEA members now get automatic, free renewal for their membership every year. But this Teacher Appreciation Week, you can pay it forward to your non-member colleagues and friends by letting them know: TCEA will be offering free membership this Monday and Tuesday, May 2-3 for anyone and everyone! Remember, it’s not just for Texas educators. We have TCEA members from around the globe.

free membership May 2-3

As a TCEA member, you’ll get access to:

Be sure to share this with your friends who aren’t yet TCEA members! Encourage them to join today (or tomorrow!)- because all TCEA members will get access to our Teacher Appreciation Week session with Pernille Ripp, taking place Wednesday, May 4! Attendees will walk away with ready-to-implement ideas and strategies for embedding choice and voice and guiding students in driving their own academic achievement and growth.

And one more thing: Join or restart your membership for free this week, and TCEA will send you a free copy of our curated list of more than 1,500 Jamboard templates. These are for all grade levels and subject areas, allowing you to save time and make your classroom more engaging. 

Don’t hesitate – you’ll need to join today or tomorrow to access these offerings!

JOIN NOW FOR FREE

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Announcements/Important DatesElementary Technology ConferenceProfessional Learning

ETC Is the Conference That Feels Like Summer

by Emily Horn
written by Emily Horn

It’s the end of April, which means we are getting close to the end of the school year. This is that time of year when, if we’re being honest, everyone is counting down the days to summer. Professional development is probably the last thing on any teacher’s mind at this point in the year. But at TCEA, we’re counting the days (There are 48 to be exact.) to our Elementary Technology Conference (ETC). ETC is one of the events we all look forward to, and this year, it’s back in person. So while you may be thinking more about summer than PD, let me convince you to think about– both!

What Is the Elementary Technology Conference (ETC)?

It’s a fantastic, fun, and relevant conference JUST for elementary educators. And it’s practically on the beach in Galveston, Texas. So basically, it’s professional learning that feels like summer fun. And it’s June 12-14.

ETC summer conference
Register NOW for Summer!

TCEA has been around for more than 40 years, and ETC has been a well-loved TCEA event since 2011. It all started because we wanted to create a conference that was exclusively catered to the unique work of elementary educators– because, well, there just weren’t a lot of elementary-specific professional learning opportunities out there. And we also wanted a conference relevant to elementary educators in any role. From librarians, classroom teachers, gifted and talented, special education, instructional coaches, administrators, classroom assistants, and interventionists, we’ve had every kind of educator represented at ETC. And we LOVE it.

Why Attend ETC?

There are many reasons to attend ETC. In fact, we’ve compiled a list of seven BIG benefits. Here they are in a nutshell:

  1. Save your vacation time! You won’t spend your valuable vacation searching the internet for ideas. You’ll get them handed to you at ETC.
  2. It’s teachin’ by day and beachin’ by night. The beach is just across the street. Bring your beach bag and head on over when your sessions are done. Summertime is guaranteed at ETC.
  3. Swim in self-confidence. Build skills and add to your collection of tools, methods, and strategies that WORK with elementary learners. There’s nothing like seeing good results.
  4. All sessions are relevant. I know I mentioned it before, but everything is curated for elementary. So no session you attend will be irrelevant. That’s good news, right?
  5. Meet your new BFF. You’ll have plenty of time for interaction during meals, hands-on sessions, and interactive activities (like a GooseChase). You’re bound to meet some new besties for sure.
  6. It’s a worry-free trip! You deserve to be spoiled. And this is the royal treatment. We get tons of positive feedback on the amazing hotels, food, and location. Leave your worries behind!
  7. Be ready for the new year. With all these benefits combined, you’ll be equipped with the resources, knowledge, energy, and good vibes for starting out the new school year.
Elementary Technology Conference

But here are the top benefits according to some fantastic presenters and attendees.

Peggy Reimers, Director of Professional Development (TCEA)

“All the content is really relevant for elementary educators. You also get a great breakfast and lunch, you’re pretty much right on the beach, and it’s a super easy conference to navigate. Basically, you don’t have to worry about anything!”

Jenalee (Jeni Long and Sallee Clark), Instructional Technologists with Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD

“EVERY elementary educator needs to be at ETC because this conference was made for YOU! Sessions are designed to empower the elementary teacher to take learning to the next level. You’ll see how other educators are using ed tech in their elementary classrooms and be inspired to transform your lessons! See you there!”

Jeni and Sallee will be presenting a pre-conference workshop and several great ETC22 sessions. They’re fantastic. Don’t miss them!

Dr. Bruce Ellis, Director of Professional Development (TCEA)

“The learning is fun, everyone is full of energy, and practical ideas are freely shared. It’s common to even hear exciting conversations at lunch and in the hallway between folks from different districts sharing how they are going to use what they learned on their campus.”

Dr. Bruce Ellis is a must-see presenter. He will be presenting a pre-conference workshop and a few ETC22 sessions.

We hope to see you in Galveston this June 12-14 for a great time learning near the beach.

Register: Learn (but Don’t Sunburn!) at ETC
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