iNNovate 2025 NNPS: Full Schedule

10:15am EDT

Bringing Characters to Life: Creating AI-Driven Animated Narratives with Adobe Express and Animate Your Voice

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

In this session, participants will explore the creative potential of Adobe Express to design AI-generated images and characters. They will learn how to utilize Adobe Animate Your Voice to bring these characters to life with dynamic speech and animation. Through hands-on activities, attendees will create a unique animated narrative, integrating voiceovers to enhance storytelling. By the end of the workshop, participants will have the skills to produce engaging, animated content that combines visual creativity with interactive elements.

Speakers

Tysha Batts

ITC, Newport News Public Schools

My name is Dr. Tysha Batts. I have been a teacher for over 15 years. I have also worked as a STEM Education Specialist with Virginia Space Grant Consortium where I managed a STEM summer program. As a contractor for NASA, I worked on creating curricula that follows the Artemis missions... Read More →

Wednesday August 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
C152

Middle School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Library/Media Services, Science | High School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Library/Media Services, Science

Instructional Planning Integrating Digital Tools
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners, Engaging Teaching Strategies
Learning Environment Socio-Emotional Learning

12:45pm EDT

The Power of Feeling Welcome: A Space for Every Family

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

C152

This session focuses on building school environments where every family feels respected, understood, and truly welcomed. Learn how intentional first impressions, cultural awareness, and accessible communication can transform a family’s school experience. Through immersive, scenario-based activities, participants will deepen their empathy and strengthen their approach to family engagement.
Key Takeaways:
A professionally designed Sample Welcome Packet to set the tone for new families to include important flyers, attendance information, community resource list, FACE brochure, FACE Specialist introduction letter, PTA membership form, etc.
A Cultural Differences Reference Guide to support inclusive practices
A Powerful Empathy-Building Toolkit to enhance connection and understanding

Speakers

Shanta Millerwhite

Family and Community Engagement Specialist, Newport News Public Schools

Breanna Shingledecker

Family and Community Engagement Specialist, Newport News Public Schools

Zareth Melendez

Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm EDT
C152

Preschool 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 | 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 Planning and Student Engagement
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners
Assessment Formative Strategies/Tools, Student Feedback and Goals Setting

2:00pm EDT

Level Up Learning: Gamified Lesson Planning for Real Engagement & Student Voice

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

C152

Kick off the year with a fresh look at lesson planning through the lens of student engagement, feedback, and gamification! In this interactive session, you will explore how to infuse lessons with high-energy digital tools like Quizizz, Gimkit, and Blooket to spark curiosity and drive participation. We'll begin with "Get to Know You" activities using these tools to model how to build relationships and community from Day One.Then, we will dive into refresher demos of each tool, followed by hands-on "Make and Take" time to create engaging, feedback-driven lesson activities they can use immediately in the classroom.

Speakers

Pamela Johnson

ITC, Newport News Public Schools

I am currently an Instructional Technology Coach for Newport News Public Schools. I have worked in the secondary, and post secondary arena for over 10 years. I started my career as an Elementary school teacher and returned to that role during the 2022-2023 school year.

Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
C152

Middle School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Languages | High School Staff, English/Literacy, ESL, Gifted, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Languages

Instructional Planning Planning and Student Engagement, Integrating Digital Tools
Learning Environment Supporting Diverse Learners, Embedding the 5 C's
Assessment Student Feedback and Goals Setting
Learning Environment Socio-Emotional Learning, Proactive Management Techniques, Managing Challenging Behaviors