BSD inspire Reflect, Connect, Collaborate: Full Schedule

12:40pm PDT

Become a Canvas Ninja in 3 Steps

During this session participants will explore our Canvas in 3 Steps model and a variety of other strategies. Learn how to empower your students, give your brain a break and maximize Canvas usage and positively impact teaching and learning.
*This is a beginner track, but all are welcomed!

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Chris Giles

Canvas Admin TOSA, Beaverton School District

Chris lives in Portland, where he busy creating and facilitating Professional Development and supporting teachers in the Beaverton School District. Chris has over 21 years of experience in education, including 15 years of teaching in Arizona, 2 years in Brazil and 2 years as the K12... Read More →

Friday October 11, 2019 12:40pm - 1:30pm PDT
D151 9625 SW 125th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97008

Secondary 6-12, Middle School, High School, Secondary 6-12, Admin

12:40pm PDT

Digital Equity Challenges in our classrooms and schools

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BSD is a one to one device district. Although we have made great strides in a digital transformation, we know that many of our students have access issues. In addition to working on internet access outside of school, we are also seeing a difference in learning opportunities for our students. This session will focus on current digital equity challenges with respect to both access and opportunities.

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Matthew Hiefield

Digital Instructional Materials Coordinator, Oregon Department of Education

Matt has worked hard to integrate digital equity issues into local, state, and national conversations. He has authored numerous articles and has presented at national conferences such as ISTE, CoSN, and ESSEA. Matt’s community outreach includes digital equity and instruction... Read More →

Friday October 11, 2019 12:40pm - 1:30pm PDT
E113 9649 SW 125th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97008

Secondary 6-12, K-8, Middle School, High School, Secondary 6-12, Admin

1:40pm PDT

Alternatives and Options for the Whole Class Novel

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This session offers alternatives and ideas for the whole class novel. We will consider planning, culturally responsive curriculum, timing, and book clubs.

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Kacy Smith Paterson

Language Arts Teacher, Beaverton School District

Kacy Smith Paterson is a 25-year veteran teacher, teaching 9th- and 10th-grade language arts at Southridge High School. Kacy has been a TOSA (teacher on special assignment), serving secondary level language arts and literacy, and has taught 5th-12th grade.

Friday October 11, 2019 1:40pm - 2:30pm PDT
E115 9643 SW 125th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97008

Secondary 6-12, Middle School, High School, Secondary 6-12

1:40pm PDT

Canvas and Google, a Match Made in the Cloud

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It has been said, it takes two to Tango. With Canvas, Google and other digital tools, it is not only possible to Tango but also to attain workflow Zen. During this session participants will investigate a variety of digital tools and explore strategies to effectively integrate Canvas, Google and other digital tools to improve classroom workflow and enhance teaching and learning.

**This session is intended for intermediate to Advanced Canvas users

Speakers

Chris Giles

Canvas Admin TOSA, Beaverton School District

Friday October 11, 2019 1:40pm - 2:30pm PDT
D151 9633 SW 125th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97008

Secondary 6-12, Middle School, High School, Secondary 6-12, Admin

1:40pm PDT

Equity Driven Social Studies Instruction: A focus on Native American History

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This workshop will take a critical look at instruction around Native Americans and will explore lesson plans that include local history and provocative questions.

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Secondary 6-12, Middle School, High School

2:40pm PDT

Band Collaboration

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Band Director PD

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Blake Allen

Friday October 11, 2019 2:40pm - 3:30pm PDT
Band Room 9627 SW 125th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97008

Secondary 6-12, Middle School, High School

2:40pm PDT

Canvas Meet Up

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Canvas Work Sessions --- Stay. Collaborate. Learn

Who should attend: Canvas users and those that want to learn more about implementing Canvas. All levels welcomed.

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