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SMART Summer Refresh

July 13-14, 2021

Tuesday

10:00 am EDT
Embrace the Shake - Transforming Limitations into Oppportunities
with Phil Hansen
Success, especially in today’s fast-changing world, depends on our ability to make "creativity and innovation" a continuous process. The term “Embrace the Shake” is coined from Phil's personal story of transformation; after developing a career-ending tremor in his drawing hand, Phil embraced his “shake” both physically and metaphorically by redefining his limitation as an impetus for creativity. Phil’s powerful message of finding creativity within limitations will inspire you to look inside yourself for resources that can transform your challenges into opportunities for success.
11:00 am EDT
Dip your toe into Lumio!
with Hillary Matevia & Ryan Roach
Take this time to explore something new in a relaxing atmosphere where our guides unveil Lumio lesson creation.
11:00 am EDT
Vacation Glow-Up: Our brightest updates
with Blessing Majola & Jody Bean
Refreshing ideas to see your lessons in a new light! Your favorite teaching tool has a new name and some bright new features. See what all the buzz is about, and make your content SHINE with Lumio.
12:00 pm EDT
Recess! Banish your stress and overwhelm with a shot of creativity and a dose of fun
with Ayesis Clay
Did you know that play is a form of self-care? Not only is it fun, play also releases endorphins, stimulates creativity, omproves memory and can temporarily relieve pain. Come partake in games designed to help you destress and reconnect to your innate sense of play!
12:00 pm EDT
Stretch, Flow and Balance
with Tania White

Join in for a stress relieving, anxiety soothing movement and breath based break. This class will use controlled breathing, and a structured series of stretches, moves and poses set to music to create a holistic workout that will leave you feeling centered, calm and refreshed!

12:45 pm EDT
Write to Heal for Educators
with Ayesis Clay

Teachers are dealing with an incredible amount of stress and trauma, now more than ever before. Write to Heal for Educators is an interactive workshop that explores how creative writing can serve as a powerful and fun tool for healing stress, adversity, and trauma in and out of the classroom. In this workshop, you will:

- Use mindfulness exercises to spark creativity

- Use writing prompts to help reveal your teacher story

- Share your writing in a supportive environment

This unique and engaging workshop will provide tools to reduce your stress, boost your mood, and help regulate your emotions - all while having fun! No writing experience necessary.

 

12:45 pm EDT
Unconference Session
with Kacie Germadnik, Hillary Mativia, Jody Bean, Blessing Majola, Kris Astle & Louise Haines

You're in the driver's seat for daily unconference sessions. Select topic area options like active learning, bringing blended back into the classroom or innovating with edtech, then you and the other participants will guide the session from there. Supported by experienced facilitators, these sessions will unleash your own big ideas!

- Option 1: Bringing Blended Back to the Classroom

- Option 2: Innovating with EdTech

- Option 3: Active Learning

2:00 pm EDT
Recreation Station: Game-based learning
with Asha Evans & Dhima Martin

Let the games begin! Explore counsellor created examples of individual and group games for the ultimate student engagement, and get trained on how to run them for your class-campers as well!

2:00 pm EDT
Get active with digital manipulatives!
with Akea Shepard & Beth Golanty

Shake up static content without breaking a sweat. Our instructors will warm-up with ready-made resources you can grab and use, but then push you to create your own manipulatives. Learning has never been so active!

Wednesday

10:00 am EDT
The Thriving Teacher
with Charle Peck
Our education system is overburdened, and teachers like you are constantly adapting to changing policies, assessment and instructional models, and student success strategies while working through systemic constraints. Throw in a pandemic, and this profession is seriously challenging our mental health and well-being. Using evidence-based data, brain science, and tools that can easily be infused into your teaching practice, Charle presents a compelling argument to teachers through The Thriving Teacher program: You Matter Too!
11:00 am EDT
Off Mute: Make collaboration a breeze
with Beth Golanty & Teddy Kamburov
Seeking the paradise of effective classroom conversation and collaboration? Swim through Lumio's tools and resources that enhance the ebb and flow of authentic student discussion.
11:00 am EDT
All Inclusive Cruise: A voyage to universal design
with Akea Shepard & Ryan Roach
Set sail with Lumio on a journey to reach ALL learners. Explore Lumio's thoughtful ports-of-call, and share solutions to make your lessons relevant, accessible, and engaging for every student.
12:00 pm EDT
Recess! Banish your stress and overwhelm with a shot of creativity and dose of fun
with Ayesis Clay
Did you know that play is a form of self-care? Not only is it fun, play also releases endorphins, stimulates creativity, improves memory and can temporarily relieve pain. Come partake in games designed to help you destress and reconnect to your innate sense of play!
12:00 pm EDT
Exercises to Offset Sitting All Day
with Tania White

Sitting throughout the day, and a more sedentary lifestyle in general, has dramatically increased over the last several decades, as desk jobs have become more popular and our devices have taken over as our form of entertainment. In this session, we explore some exercises you can perform to combat sitting, improve posture, and upgrade your overall health.

12:45 pm EDT
Unconference Sessions
with Kacie Germadnik, Hillary Mativia, Jody Bean, Blessing Majola, Kris Astle & Louise Haines

You're in the driver's seat for daily unconference sessions. Select topic area options like active learning, bringing blended back into the classroom or innovating with edtech, then you and the other participants will guide the session from there. Supported by experienced facilitators, these sessions will unleash your own big ideas!

- Option 1: Bringing Blended Back to the Classroom

- Option 2: Innovating with EdTech

- Option 3: Active Learning

2:00 pm EDT
Time-Share: Live and later the Lumio way
with Teddy Kamburov & Alexandra Markes

Ready to book your flight to a flipped classroom? Check out how to intentionally split your time with students to maximize understanding using instructional and practice tools built right into Lumio.

2:00 pm EDT
Make a Splash: Lumio in unexpected ways
with Kacie Germadnik & Jody Bean

Dive into the deep-end of unique, surprising uses of Lumio tools. Join SMART trainers and ambassadors as they share creative takes on games, workspaces, and more!

3:00 pm EDT
Lumio Party!
 

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