NCTIES2025

In this session, participants will learn how to build culture, community, and communication using Canva and other tools to create engaging GIFs and videos that enhance their school’s messaging in a positive way.

The focus will be on designing attractive digital media to keep the school community informed about key events, programs, and student achievements, all while maintaining a consistent theme and branding.
Additionally, attendees will discover how to produce eye-catching images that will engage their audience, incorporating student-generated content to foster more community involvement. The session will also emphasize the importance of celebrating student accomplishments through video recaps and graphic campaigns.

We will be making our own GIFs in this session so come prepared to have some fun and learn new ways to celebrate your school's story that are sure to bring smiles and joy!

Join us for an engaging session exploring the NC Computer Science Standards using Breakout Boxes! This hands-on workshop is perfect for educators, curriculum developers, and anyone interested in understanding and implementing these standards in their classrooms.

Want to learn how to make math more interactive while getting real-time feedback on the progress of your students ? This is all possible using free pre-built Desmos Classroom Activities, lessons, and digital manipulatives. In this session you will immerse yourself in a Desmos lesson and activity aligned to a K-8 NCSOCS math standard.

A Carnival of Ideas for the media center! This engaging session will showcase hands-on activities that blend technology, art, and storytelling to spark creativity and collaboration among students. Discover how to transform your media center into a dynamic space inspired by carnival culture. You’ll walk away with practical strategies and a toolkit of festive ideas to create an engaging learning environment for all. Get ready to celebrate learning with energy and creativity!

workshop is designed for K-2 educators to explore innovative ways to integrate technology and robotics into various subject areas for tiny techies. By utilizing hands-on training with engaging tools such as Beebots, Indi Cars, Dash, and Robo Wunderkind, educators will learn to enhance student learning and engagement. Attendees will receive hands-on experience using robots to facilitate active engagement in the classroom. In doing so, educators will be equipped with strategies to enhance critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills among students. Participants will leave with practical skills and knowledge to integrate technology and robotics into their classrooms. Educators will leave this session with coding tools to add to their toolbox!