iNNovate 2025 NNPS: Full Schedule

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10:15am EDT

Enhancing Student Engagement & Assessment Utilizing School AI and Quizizz.

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

Discover how to transform your teaching practice with the power of artificial intelligence and gamified assessments. In this hands-on session, educators will explore how SchoolAI can support personalized learning and generate differentiated content with ease. We’ll also dive into Quizizz, an engaging platform that turns assessments into fun, interactive experiences for students of all ages. Learn how to integrate both tools to boost student engagement, track progress in real time, and make data-driven instructional decisions. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas, templates, and the confidence to bring AI-powered tools into your classroom.

Speakers

Ed Rhett

ITC, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
B230

3rd-5th Grade Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, World Languages | Middle School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, World Languages | High School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Health/Physical Education, Library/Media Services, Math, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement, Differentiating Content, Streamlining Teacher Tasks, Integrating Digital Tools
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners, Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Formative Strategies/Tools
Learning Environment Proactive Management Techniques

12:45pm EDT

Jamming with IXL

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

B230

This session will provide educators with various ways to engage and encourge scholars wth IXL. IXL Group Jams, Quizzes, Leaderboards, and Analytics will be explored to promote learning in Math, English, and Science. Please bring your charged laptop to the seesion and be ready to Jam!

Speakers

Cecily Mccartywilson

Math Lead Teacher, Newport News Public Schools

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
B230

3rd-5th Grade Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Special Education | Middle School Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Special Education | High School Staff, English/Literacy, Math, Science, Special Education

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement, Differentiating Content, Integrating Digital Tools, Data Driven Planning
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners, Inclusive Teaching, Engaging Teaching Strategies
Assessment Data-Driven Instruction, Formative Strategies/Tools
Learning Environment Teacher as Facilitator

2:00pm EDT

Section 504 Case Management: Manifestation Determination Review (MDR)

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

B230

Opportunity for case managers (i.e. Elementary Assistant Principals and Secondary Professional School Counselors) to implement 504 plan accommodations with fidelity for students that may demonstrate challenging behaviors within the school setting and require an MDR. The presentation will include the following topics:
• 504 review, implementation and best practices
• MDR processes and documentation

Speakers