2025 Elevated Teaching Summit

Starting or continuing FIRST robotics teams (FLL & FTC & FRC) can be daunting. Two coaches with over 10 years experience and world championship invitations are here to help you figure out what to do and what you can let go of.

This session covers how to edit lessons from the Nearpod Library and create new lessons using PowerPoints‚ Google Slides‚ and PDF files. Teachers will practice adding interactive activities to their lessons, such as games, draw-it activities, drag-and-drop activities, polls, quizzes, simulations, and more. This session is designed for those looking to boost student engagement by leveraging Nearpod’s more advanced features.

Is your school buzzing with the term PCBL? Join us in this dynamic session as we explore the exciting world of personalized competency-based learning. Discover what PCBL truly means, how it transforms traditional education, and why it’s the future of student-centered learning. Peek behind the curtain and see PCBL in action! Explore real-world examples and success stories that will ignite your curiosity. Learn how Nearpod seamlessly integrates with PCBL. From interactive lessons to formative assessments, Nearpod empowers educators to create engaging, personalized learning experiences. Ready to take the leap? We’ll guide you through practical strategies for implementing PCBL using Nearpod in your classroom. Don’t miss out—let’s embark on this transformative journey together!

This hands-on, intermediate session is designed for those with some experience using Micro:bits and block coding programs. During the session, teachers will gain a deeper understanding of Microsoft’s MakeCode platform and will learn how to create complex programs that utilize variables and conditionals. Additionally, teachers will have multiple opportunities to design and test their own programs and discuss how robotics can be used to teach students critical thinking skills.