2025 Utah Rural Schools Conference: Full Schedule

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1:30pm MDT

Earn Credits, Endorsements, and APPEL Competencies with Utah Microcredentials!

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #147

Are you working toward an endorsement that is hard to get from a rural location? Or perhaps you are trying to build up credits toward a salary level change? Maybe you want to build skill as an educational leader within your school or community? Or maybe you are an administrator seeking ways to help teachers within your school earn their endorsements?

Utah Microcredentials offer you options to meet your professional learning goals at your own pace and in your own classroom. They are truly personalized, competency-based learning for educators.

In this session, you will not only learn how to earn a microcredential, you will begin working on earning a microcredential with expert support.

Bring your own device, and be prepared to sign in to your MIDAS account at https://usbe.midaseducation.com/microcredentials, where we will be working on microcredentials together.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Any device that can connect to the internet so they can start working on Utah Microcredentials. Even a phone will work, but a tablet or laptop is probably easier.

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Any device that will connect to the internet will be helpful.

Speakers

Amy Coray

Instructional Coach, DAVIS DISTRICT

Amy Coray is a Digital Innovations Supervisor and Utah Microcredentials manager working in Davis School District. Before coming to her current position, she taught for five years in elementary school and then made the switch to teaching CTE, where she spent four teachers in junior... Read More →

Daron Kennett

Professional Learning Coordinator/Utah Microcredentials co-manager, Davis School District

Dr. Daron Kennett has spent the last several years pioneering educator credits and endorsements with microcredentials. He has been on the cutting edge of this personalized, competency-based learning option for educators. He is committed to making Utah Microcredentials work for Utah... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #147 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Hands-On-Activities, Intermediate - basic core competency; some prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Not Applicable
Audience Teachers, District / School Administrators
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

Empowering Student Sensemaking: A Student-Driven Approach to Learning

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #232

This presentation will explore the transformative power of student-driven learning in fostering sensemaking in the classroom. Drawing on practical examples and research-based insights, the presentation will highlight how student-centered strategies, supported by technology like Nearpod, can empower students to take ownership of their learning, develop critical thinking skills, and construct meaningful understanding.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Lora Gibbons

Senior Technical Trainer, UEN - Utah Education Network

Lora Gibbons is a UEN trainer dedicated to helping educators create exciting learning experiences for their students. Lora earned a master's degree in Instructional Design and Educational Technology from the University of Utah and a bachelor's degree in Biology Composite Teaching... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #232 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Hands-On-Activities, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Utah Core Curriculum, Instructional Coaching, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs & PLNs)
Subject Area Science, STEM / STEAM
Audience Teachers, Library Media Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Specialists
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

High Engagement Writing

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #148

Come participate in a highly engaging writing experience that you can take back to modify and share with your students. This session will outline a start to finish process as an example of what is possible with the combination of tools used to create a final student product. This training will showcase WeWillWrite (grades 4-12), Google Slides, and Adobe Express in a mashup that will keep your students immersed in writing, collaborative group work, creating, and problem solving.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Device that connects to the internet

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Android Tablet / Smartphone, iPad / iPhone, Windows Tablet / Smartphone, Chromebook

Speakers

Buffy Camps

6th Grade English Teacher, Helen M. Knight Elementary

I am in my 20th year of teaching. Fifteen of those have been in sixth grade, with the most recent nine years teaching English after we departmentalized.

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #148 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Hands-On-Activities, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Utah Core Curriculum
Subject Area Language Arts, Performing Arts / Visual Arts, Science, Social Studies
Audience Teachers, EdTech Coach/Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Specialists
Grade Level 3 - 4, Middle School / Jr. High - grades 6 - 8, High School - grades 9 - 12

1:30pm MDT

Mild to Spicy- Turning Up the Heat on Math Rigor

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #146

We can't wait to share with you the story of how two middle school math teacher, one new and one experienced have used the RISE performance level descriptors and RISE DOK blue prints to plan backwards to increase the rigor in their classrooms. They have approached it differently, one analyzing existing assessments and the other creating new ones. Come take a look at their amazing work and receive frameworks and support to be able to apply it to your subject and/or grade level.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Jenna Keyes

7th Grade Math Teacher, South Summit Middle School

Paula Carlson

Instructional Coach, South Summit School District

Paula is in her 28th year in education. She has taught math in South Summit School District for 25 of those 28 years until THIS year when she took on the role of instruction coach. Instructional Coaching is new in South Summit School District and when you ask Paula why she is passionate... Read More →

Stephanie Folkman

8th Grade Math Teacher, South Summit Middle School

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #146 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Utah Core Curriculum, Assessment & Data Management, Other
Subject Area Mathematics
Audience Teachers, Curriculum Specialists
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

On the Edge of AI: Exploring Emerging Innovations

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Lecture Hall

The world of AI is changing almost daily—are you keeping up? This session brings you the most exciting, education-relevant innovations in artificial intelligence. From AI multimodal tools that combine voice, text, and visuals, to expanding on AI scientific research, and diving into deep learning models. We’ll explore AI breakthroughs that are redefining what’s possible in learning environments. Whether you’re tech-savvy or just getting started, this session will ground you in what’s real, and how you can engage with new AI innovations!

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Emma Moss

DTL Specialist, Canyons SD

Emma's main role is as a Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist and AI Project Co-Lead in Canyons School District. Emma also currently serves as the Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Education Program Director. In addition to her current roles, Emma Moss founded the Utah AI Collaborative... Read More →

Jonathan Stewart

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District

Jonathan Stewart has worked in education for over 20 years, first as a school psychologist and then as an advocate for technology integration in the classroom as part of the Canyons School District's Digital Teaching and Learning team. He currently works as an AI project co-lead for... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Lecture Hall 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Career and Technical Education, Other
Audience EdTech Coach/Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists, All of the above
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

The National EdTech Plan in Action: Improving Technology Use in Utah Schools through Shared Successes

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #133

The 2024 National Education Technology Plan (NETP) provides a critical framework for leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning in K-12 education. This presentation will examine the NETP's focus on addressing three key digital divides: the Digital Use Divide, the Digital Design Divide, and the Digital Access Divide. Participants will gain an understanding of how these divides impact educational equity and explore practical strategies for implementation aligned with the NETP's recommendations.

Specifically, this presentation will:
--Analyze current Utah data to highlight areas of strength and identify opportunities for growth in technology integration across the state.
--Discuss promising practices and initiatives already underway in Utah that address the digital divides and promote effective technology use.
--Offer actionable pathways for Utah schools and districts to further bridge the digital divides, including strategies for professional development, resource allocation, and community partnerships.

This presentation will be of interest to school administrators, technology leaders, curriculum specialists, and teachers in Utah who are seeking to strengthen the use of technology within their schools and districts.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Amber Wright

Digital and Instructional Materials Specialist, USBE

Amber Wright is the Digital and Instructional Materials Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education. She previously taught elementary for 7 years at a charter school, then taught 1st and 2nd grade online and finally transitioned into a technology coaching role before coming to... Read More →

Rick Gaisford

Educational Technology Specialist, USBE

Rick Gaisford has 35 years in education and has been involved with educational technology for over 30 years at the classroom, school, district and state levels. He was an elementary school teacher, school technology specialist, district technology specialist and trainer. For the past... Read More →

Melanie Valentine

Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist, USBE

Melanie Valentine‚Äôs decades-long career spans many educational trends, from teaching with no technology, to the shift to at-home learning, to navigating AI. She has first-hand experience introducing personal computing to rural teachers in Utah and has classroom experience in... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #133 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Leadership, Instructional Coaching
Audience District / School Administrators, EdTech Coach/Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists, All of the above
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

What's New and Exciting in Adobe Express?

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #231

Adobe Express continues to evolve in innovative and exciting ways. This session will showcase the latest (and best) new features, including the amazing new mobile app, the powerful Classrooms feature, useful Google Drive and Canva integrations, how to make your own assignment templates, and more! You'll come away from this session even more ready to Express yourself with this most useful Adobe tool.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Chromebook

Speakers

Rob Bentley

Instructor and UEN's Adobe Product Manager, Utah Education Network

Rob Bentley specializes in multimedia projects and resources for the classroom. He focuses on how teachers can effectively use video, images, and other media to teach their students, and also how to get students creating exciting media of their own such as educational computer games... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #231 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Not Applicable
Audience Teachers, Library Media Specialists
Grade Level 3 - 4, 5 - 6, Middle School / Jr. High - grades 6 - 8, High School - grades 9 - 12

1:30pm MDT

Centering On Students: PCBL In Action from Modern Classrooms In Utah

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

Room #233

The traditional approach to instruction relies on all students in each classroom being at the same place in their learning journey each day. We know this ideal can be practically impossible to achieve. By leveraging innovative planning and facilitation practices that put students at the center of their learning, educators can create opportunities for truly personalized instruction. In this session, educators will share the steps they have taken and the tools they use in order to implement self-paced, mastery-based learning with their students.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Chromebook

Speakers

Michael Hakkarinen

Partnerships Director, Modern Classrooms

Michael Hakkarinen is an experienced classroom teacher, instructional technology specialist, professional learning facilitator and former PCBL Specialist for the Utah State Board of Education. As Partnership Director with the Modern Classroom Project he now supports teachers, leaders... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Room #233 1759 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1-Hour Exhibitor Session, Beginner

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Other
Subject Area Other
Audience Everyone
Grade Level All Grade Levels

1:30pm MDT

Building Better Bots: Elevating Teaching with AI

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #242

AI chatbots aren’t just for techies—they’re becoming instructional powerhouses in the hands of creative educators. This session shows you how to design AI bots that elevate your instruction, personalize student support, and save you time. The key? Writing a clear “AI constitution” that sets the tone, boundaries, and purpose for your chatbot. You’ll explore real examples of classroom bots built to tutor, provide feedback, support IEP goals, and more—all while staying aligned with your values and curriculum. Leave with templates, strategies, and inspiration to start building your own instructional sidekick.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Android Tablet / Smartphone, iPad / iPhone, Windows Tablet / Smartphone, Web enabled device

Speakers

Emma Moss

DTL Specialist, Canyons SD

Jonathan Stewart

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District

Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:30pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #242 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

2 hour In-Depth exploration workshop, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs & PLNs), Assessment & Data Management
Subject Area Career and Technical Education, Other
Audience Teachers, All of the above
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

Adding in AI for Accessibility with Google Tools

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Lecture Hall

This session explores how to leverage AI-powered features within Google tools to enhance accessibility for all students. Attendees will learn how to utilize tools MusicFX, Say What You See, Notebook LM, and Google Learn to create an inclusive classroom environment. The session will cover practical strategies such as voice typing for students with writing difficulties, AI-powered translation tools for multilingual learners, and accessibility features in NotebookLM to support all learners. Additionally, learners will see how to incorporate Google's AI experiments into everyday instruction to support all learners. Participants will leave with actionable tips on how to integrate these tools into daily classroom routines, ensuring every student can engage with learning materials effectively.

NOTE: This session repeats on Friday, July 11 at 11:00 am in Room 131.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Android Tablet / Smartphone, iPad / iPhone, Windows Tablet / Smartphone, Chromebook

Speakers

Emma Moss

DTL Specialist, Canyons SD

Kelli Cannon

Digital Learning Specialist, Jordan School District

Kelli Cannon has been an educator for twelve years, teaching upper elementary students prior to her current role as a Digital Learning Specialist. Kelli is a Utah Teacher Fellow and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, as well as endorsements in Teaching English as... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Lecture Hall 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Hands-On-Activities, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Special Education, Media Literacy
Audience All of the above
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

Won't you be our neighbor? Free educator resources from PBS Utah

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #241

PBS content packaged in free, easy accessible resources, media galleries, interactive lessons and full lesson plans? Yes, please! This web based resource centered on PBS content from Daniel Tiger, to Nova, to Nature, to Frontline is for all teachers Prek-12 in any subject all aligned with statewide and nationwide curriculum standards. It is easy to filter for subject and grade, easy to use in the classroom, and utilizes content from the most trusted public media brand in the country. Did I mention that it's free?

NOTE: This session repeats on Thursday, July 10 at 3:10 pm in Room 134.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Windows Laptop

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Melanie Pehrson-Noyce

Education Coordinator, PBS Utah

An avid reader, mother of 3 small children, and a regular user of libraries, I believe in the power of public spaces and believe they are truly palaces for the people. I have worked for PBS Utah as an Education Coordinator for 3 years, in which I facilitate the distribution of educational... Read More →

Annie Frazier

Education Manager, PBS Utah

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #241 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Hands-On-Activities, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Utah Core Curriculum
Subject Area Not Applicable
Audience All of the above
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

A Legislation Update on Education Law

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #132

This session will provide an overview of the Utah 2025 Legislative Session.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Windows Laptop

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Quinn Kellis

Leadership Development Coordinator, USBE - Utah State Board of Education

Dr. Quinn Kellis is the Leadership Development Coordinator at USBE. He is also the lead administrator for the Statewide Online Education Program (SOEP), Accreditation Liaison, Rural Schools Liaison, and chair of the Utah Coalition of Education Leaders. He is a former superintendent... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #132 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Advanced - considerable experience; significant prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Leadership
Subject Area Leadership
Audience District / School Administrators
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

Building Your Ed Tech Roadmap: Using the National Ed Tech Plan as a Guide

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #133

We will look at the National Ed Tech Plan and provide ways it can be used to evaluate and maximize technology use in the classroom. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19VZocGUyM64-KVvZki_6I1Q0NqIq7Dn0Si1h_gkWKsQ/edit?usp=sharing

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Not Applicable

Speakers

Amber Wright

Digital and Instructional Materials Specialist, USBE

Rick Gaisford

Educational Technology Specialist, USBE

Melanie Valentine

Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist, USBE

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #133 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology
Subject Area Computer Science, Media Literacy
Audience Teachers, District / School Administrators, EdTech Coach/Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Specialists
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

Reaching Every Student: How Utah is Using Early Warning Systems to Support Student Success

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #134

In an era where personalized support is more critical than ever, Utah is leading the way in using data-driven tools to reach and teach every student. This session will explore the state’s implementation of Panorama Student Success as a statewide Early Warning System (EWS), designed to proactively identify students who may be at risk of falling off track and ensure timely, targeted interventions.
Schools and districts across the state are using Panorama Student Success to monitor key indicators such as attendance, behavior, and coursework in one centralized platform. This system empowers educators with real-time, actionable insights to support students.
Attendees will learn how Panorama Student Success aligns with Utah’s broader vision for supporting a positive and safe school culture, and hear examples of how educators are using this tool to build intervention plans, collaborate across teams, and ensure no student falls through the cracks. We’ll also highlight the importance of cross-district collaboration and state leadership in scaling an EWS that serves student populations statewide.
Whether you’re exploring how to strengthen your own student support systems or looking to build a similar initiative, this session will offer practical takeaways, lessons learned, and inspiration from Utah’s ongoing journey to reach every student, every day.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop

Speakers

Nicole DellaRocco

Senior Account Director, Panorama Education

Nicole DellaRocco is a Senior Account Director at Panorama Education, where she partners with state and district leaders across the country to support student success through data-driven practices. In her role, Nicole works closely with organizations like the Utah State Board of Education... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #134 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required., Intermediate - basic core competency; some prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Assessment & Data Management
Subject Area Language Arts, Mathematics, STEM / STEAM, Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Mental/Behavioral Health, Other
Audience Counselors or School-based Mental/Behavioral Health Professionals, District / School Administrators
Grade Level All Grade Levels

2:50pm MDT

The Big Six: Designing a District-Wide Technology Strategy

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #231

Learn how to do more with less when it comes to technology tools. Find out how one district has enhanced student learning by focusing on specific technology tools in the classroom. By designing a district technology philosophy that encourages depth over breadth, Jordan School District is finding innovative ways to meet their district vision: Be Curious, Be Intentional, Be United. Learn more about their strategy along with DTL Administrator, Jared Covili.

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Android Tablet / Smartphone, iPad / iPhone, Windows Tablet / Smartphone, Chromebook

Speakers

Jared Covili

Administrator, DTL, Digital Teaching and Learning

Jared Covili is the Administrator for Digital Teaching and Learning in the Jordan School District. Jared's background is in secondary education where he was a Language Arts teacher at the secondary level. Jared received his Bachelor's degree in English and his Master's degree in Instructional... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #231 1750 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1 hour traditional lecture/audience participation, Beginner - limited to no experience; no prerequisite skills required.

Learning Strand or Track Educational Technology, Leadership
Subject Area Leadership, Instructional Coaching
Audience District / School Administrators, EdTech Coach/Digital Teaching & Learning Specialists, Technology Coordinators / Facilitators
Grade Level Not Applicable

2:50pm MDT

Full Class Missions: Bridge the Gap Between Learning and Application for RISE Success

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT

Room #233

Join us for an interactive session where you'll discover Mission.io, the ultimate learning adventure that’s free for all rural schools! We’ll guide you through setting up your account, launching your first student mission, and exploring data that shows how schools using Mission.io see RISE scores improve at twice the rate.

This isn’t just another ed-tech tool, it’s a game-changing experience that blends immersive learning with real-world application. Watch as students become engaged problem-solvers, mastering concepts in a way that sticks.

Come ready to explore, set up your school’s free access, and see firsthand how Mission.io is transforming education. Your students are ready for liftoff, are you? 🚀

Participants MUST HAVE one of the following platforms/devices in order to participate in this session: Not Applicable

Participants MAY FIND IT USEFUL to have one or more of the following platforms/devices during this session: Mac Laptop, Windows Laptop, Chromebook

Speakers

Brooks Heder

Founder, Mission.io

Founder of the internationally award winning program Mission.io, Brooks is committed to making cutting-edge educational tools accessible to all, ensuring that every rural school has free access to Mission.io.Brooks finds joy helping others experience something new and amazing. Something... Read More →

Wednesday July 9, 2025 2:50pm - 3:50pm MDT
Room #233 1759 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060

1-Hour Exhibitor Session, Beginner