Innovation Celebration 2024: Full Schedule

9:45am PDT

Integrating Virtual Field Trips into the Classroom

Saturday October 26, 2024 9:45am - 10:35am PDT

Have you ever wanted to take your students on a field trip but district and school admin deny the request due to funding restrictions? Look no further! Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students (PORTS) is here to save the day. With just under 100 program topics to choose from at 88 parks across California, there is no shortage of ways to bring the beauty of State Parks to your students in the classroom - no permission slips required.
The Inland Empire District Parks also offer multiple programs close to home. With Chino Hills State Park you can explore journaling styles, bird migrations, animal adaptations and STEAM exploration of park specimens, and at California Citrus State Historic Park you can explore the life of a migrant worker in the groves and learn about the history of citrus and how it came to California all from the comfort of your classroom.
We invite everyone - Teachers and Admin - to join us as we look at how these programs engage with students in the classroom and explore the resources now available on the PORTS site to make classroom integration even easier! we will also dive into how our programs are working hard to meet YOUR needs with new curriculum requirements for Ethnic Studies and Climate Change Education - and we want your input too.

Presenters

Ian Bernstein

K-12 Access & PORTS Program Coordinator, California State Parks

My name is Ian Bernstein and a little bit about me personally; I collect educational materials - teacher guides and brochures - from everywhere I visit (I have boxes and boxes of different tour books, pamphlets, self guided walks, program brochures, newsletters, etc.. from a half... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2024 9:45am - 10:35am PDT
Room 206

Session 1 (50 Min)

10:40am PDT

Write Right and Write Away!

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:40am - 11:30am PDT

Room 206

Writing is hard for a majority of students, yet the only way to get better at writing is to practice more writing. So, let’s get students excited about writing through writing! Find a variety of strategies that will have students asking for more opportunities to write. Let’s get ready to have fun!

Presenters

Valerie Sun

Principal, Duff Language Magnet Academy

Valerie has been an educator since 2006. She believes that all students should have the opportunity to learn a second language and is a strong advocate for dual-immersion programs. She regularly presents her research and classroom best practices with edtech integration at various... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2024 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
Room 206

Session 2 (50 Min)

12:50pm PDT

Reimagining Assessment in the Age of AI

Saturday October 26, 2024 12:50pm - 1:40pm PDT

Room 206

In this workshop, we will explore innovative assessment strategies that leverage the power of artificial intelligence to enhance student learning and engagement. Discover how AI can support personalized, authentic learning, provide real-time feedback, and streamline grading processes. Together, we will reimagine traditional assessment methods, ensuring they are relevant and effective in our rapidly evolving educational landscape.

Presenters

Andrea Earl

President, OCCUE, Santa Ana USD

With 30+ years of teaching experience, I've always been an innovator in my classroom. As a certificated Learning & Achievement Specialist and Canvas trainer in the Santa Ana Unified School District, I enjoy supporting teachers with a focus on delivering high-quality, meaningful... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2024 12:50pm - 1:40pm PDT
Room 206

Session 3 (50 Min)