iNNovate 2025 NNPS: Full Schedule

10:15am EDT

The Power of the Ping: Tech-Savvy Ways to Keep Parents Engaged

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

A simple “ping” can change everything. In this session, discover how weekly video updates, Google tools, Canva visuals, and thoughtful emails can transform your parent communication game. Co-led by a teacher and a parent, we’ll show you how to build trust, boost engagement, and keep families in the know—without burning yourself out. Walk away with ready-to-use templates and a clear plan for turning tech into connection.

Speakers

Chanda Woods

English Teacher, Newport News Public Schools

I am a lifelong learner and lover of Ed. Tech.!

Tamika Wright

Parent, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
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Kindergarten-2nd Grade Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | 3rd-5th Grade Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | Middle School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | High School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages

Instructional Planning Streamlining Teacher Tasks
Learning Environment Engaging Teaching Strategies
Learning Environment Socio-Emotional Learning, Proactive Management Techniques

12:45pm EDT

Now That's What I Call Nearpod, Throwback Edition! Featuring Easy Ways to Enhance Lessons and Check for Understanding

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT

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Get ready to fall back in love with Nearpod! In this upbeat session, you'll discover quick, easy ways to enhance your daily lesson slides and check for understanding on the spot. Walk away with fresh, practical ideas you can use in your classroom! Bring a laptop and your usual lesson slides to make the most of this hands-on session!

Speakers

Brandelyn Kemp

Instructional Technology Coach, Newport News Public Schools

Hi there! My name is Brandelyn Kemp and I am currently an iSTEM teacher at Sedgefield Elementary School. I love finding ways to integrate technology into the classroom and helping teachers do so as well. Want to chat about all things edtech, feel free to reach out!

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
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Preschool Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies | Kindergarten-2nd Grade Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies | 3rd-5th Grade Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies | Middle School Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies

Instructional Planning Integrating Digital Tools
Learning Environment Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Formative Strategies/Tools

2:00pm EDT

Student Voice + Choice = Learning + Engagement

Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

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Is the "one size fits all" model failing you and your students? When you incorporate student agency through student choice and voice, you will transform that ho-hum lesson into something meaningful. You'll learn how to incorporate student voice using tools like Canvas Studio and student choice throughout the lesson using tools from Google, Canvas, and Canva.

Speakers

Carol Marcolini

ITC, Newport News Public Schools

This is my twenty-fifth year in education, starting as a Spanish teacher. Through integration of technology in project-based assessment, I became a permanent attendee at division edtech trainings. I transitioned from teacher to coach to assist other teachers in integrating technology... Read More →

Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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3rd-5th Grade Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | Middle School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages | High School Staff, Career & Technical Education, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM, Visual Arts/Performing Arts, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement, iNNovative Tools for Personalized Learning, Differentiating Content, Integrating Digital Tools
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners, Embedding the 5 C's, Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Formative Strategies/Tools
Learning Environment Teacher as Facilitator