Loading…
Type: Academic Enrichment clear filter
Saturday, September 19
 

9:30am PDT

Can You Give Me a Lift? Where Design Challenge Learning meets AI
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Looking for ways to engage learners in STEAM or hand-on learning? Join The Tech Interactive for this introduction to design challenge learning (DCL). This workshop will explore The Tech’s signature program The Tech Challenge by walking participants through the design process of brainstorming, prototyping and sharing solutions. Learn how to effectively and responsibly teach your students to use AI for design enhancements.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Cage

Lauren Cage

Educator Learning Product Designer, The Tech Interactive
Lauren Cage is a STEM educator with 14 years of experience designing and facilitating design challenge learning experiences for The Tech Interactive in San Jose, CA. She is experienced in instructional design, prototyping, and R&D collaboration, with expertise in inclusive pedagogy... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

9:30am PDT

Foundational To The Cutting-Edge - Older Youth Engagement Strategies
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
This workshop is for all of the incredible Expanded Learning folks who are working with our most exciting and action packed Middle School and High School youth! Participants will be shared both the valuable and timeless basics, coupled with very cutting-edge strategies to support working successfully with older youth.
Speakers
avatar for Bill Fennessy

Bill Fennessy

Senior Specialist, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
Bill Fennessy has been a pioneer and thought leader in Expanded Learning Older Youth programs for over 20 years.  He previously opened 16 high school ASSETs programs across 4 counties and 7 school districts, with all of them reaching 100% ADA in their first year of operation.  He... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

9:30am PDT

Ready, Set, Launch!
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
3…2…1… Launch! Experience a hands-on engineering challenge as you design, build, test, and improve a paper rocket using a PVC launcher. Explore the engineering design process while investigating how changes to your rocket affect its flight. Leave with an engaging, low-cost STEM activity that sparks curiosity, encourages problem-solving, and can be adapted for a variety of grade levels.
Speakers
avatar for Maria Parker

Maria Parker

STEAM Administrator, Monterey County Office of Education
Maria Parker is the STEAM Administrator at the Monterey County Office of Education, where she supports TK–12 educators across 24 school districts through professional learning in STEAM, NGSS, arts integration, and computer science. She is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:30am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

10:55am PDT

College and Career at the Junior/HS Level
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
If you're ready to elevate your Middle and High school program in the areas of college and career readiness, this session is designed for you. Gain valuable insights from both an administrative and hands-on perspective to effectively implement impactful college and career initiatives that truly serve your sites and empower your students.
Speakers
avatar for David Guzman

David Guzman

Expanded Learning Program Coordinator, Modesto City Schools
15-plus years of experience in TK-12 education, 10 of those at the high school level, overseeing student support services. Provided support with behavior management, interventions, and healthy relationships, among others. Connecting with Teens is the number-one recruitment and retention... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

10:55am PDT

Design for a Greener Future
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
Discover how to transform everyday recycled materials into engaging, hands-on STEAM experiences that inspire creativity and environmental stewardship. Participants will design, build, test, and improve eco-friendly solutions using the engineering design process while exploring activities that are low-cost, student-centered, and perfect for Expanded Learning programs.
Speakers
avatar for Maria Parker

Maria Parker

STEAM Administrator, Monterey County Office of Education
Maria Parker is the STEAM Administrator at the Monterey County Office of Education, where she supports TK–12 educators across 24 school districts through professional learning in STEAM, NGSS, arts integration, and computer science. She is passionate about creating engaging, hands-on... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

10:55am PDT

Foundational To The Cutting-Edge - Older Youth Engagement Strategies
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
This workshop is for all of the incredible Expanded Learning folks who are working with our most exciting and action packed Middle School and High School youth! Participants will be shared both the valuable and timeless basics, coupled with very cutting-edge strategies to support working successfully with older youth.
Speakers
avatar for Bill Fennessy

Bill Fennessy

Senior Specialist, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
Bill Fennessy has been a pioneer and thought leader in Expanded Learning Older Youth programs for over 20 years.  He previously opened 16 high school ASSETs programs across 4 counties and 7 school districts, with all of them reaching 100% ADA in their first year of operation.  He... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

10:55am PDT

Paint, Play, Purpose: Engaging The Whole Child
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
STEP INTO THE CYPHER! Dive into an immersive, hands-on workshop fusing an interactive dance experience, live painting, African drum session, sports, and other surprises. Ignite youth engagement, unpack trauma-informed arts, and walk away with plug-and-play lesson plans to transform your expanded learning program.
Speakers
avatar for Victor Lucero

Victor Lucero

Founder/Lead Instructor, Cypher Arts Enrichment Programs
Growing up with multiple challenges such as Dyslexia, social anxiety, and an abusive father, Victor attributes most of his success as a professional artist to an elementary school teacher who mentored and encouraged him to continue to grow as an artist despite his adversities. She... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

1:30pm PDT

Can You Give Me a Lift? Where Design Challenge Learning meets AI
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
Looking for ways to engage learners in STEAM or hand-on learning? Join The Tech Interactive for this introduction to design challenge learning (DCL). This workshop will explore The Tech’s signature program The Tech Challenge by walking participants through the design process of brainstorming, prototyping and sharing solutions. Learn how to effectively and responsibly teach your students to use AI for design enhancements.
Speakers
avatar for Lauren Cage

Lauren Cage

Educator Learning Product Designer, The Tech Interactive
Lauren Cage is a STEM educator with 14 years of experience designing and facilitating design challenge learning experiences for The Tech Interactive in San Jose, CA. She is experienced in instructional design, prototyping, and R&D collaboration, with expertise in inclusive pedagogy... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

1:30pm PDT

Game On! Turning STEAM Competition into SEL Connection
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
Middle schoolers are competitive, energetic, and full of big feelings — especially during group work. This session flips that into an opportunity. Experience the "Pipeline Challenge," a fast-paced STEAM activity that mirrors your students' real dynamics. Discover how intentional SEL strategies can transform chaos into connection and competition into collaboration.
Speakers
avatar for Kendra Watkins

Kendra Watkins

Director of Partnerships, EDMO
With 15 years in education, 13 of which have been deeply rooted in Expanded Learning, Kendra has done the work at every level — instructor, site director, curriculum developer, region manager, and now Director of Partnerships at EDMO. She partners with districts nationwide to build... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

1:30pm PDT

Mirror, Model, Move
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
Develop your skills in selecting and adapting activities that are age-appropriate and responsive to students’ diverse needs. Learn quick tips for engagement and how to check for understanding. Any activity can become purposeful and active when you mirror, model & move!
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Gale K. Gorke

Dr. Gale K. Gorke

Executive Director/Founder, Kids Kan
Dr. Gale K. Gorke has been a public school educator for nearly 40 years, teaching at both the elementary and secondary levels.  She currently is the Executive Director of Kids Kan Inc., an organization that specializes in staff development, activity selection and program implementation... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment

1:30pm PDT

Paint, Play, Purpose: Engaging The Whole Child
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
STEP INTO THE CYPHER! Dive into an immersive, hands-on workshop fusing an interactive dance experience, live painting, African drum session, sports, and other surprises. Ignite youth engagement, unpack trauma-informed arts, and walk away with plug-and-play lesson plans to transform your expanded learning program.
Speakers
avatar for Victor Lucero

Victor Lucero

Founder/Lead Instructor, Cypher Arts Enrichment Programs
Growing up with multiple challenges such as Dyslexia, social anxiety, and an abusive father, Victor attributes most of his success as a professional artist to an elementary school teacher who mentored and encouraged him to continue to grow as an artist despite his adversities. She... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
TBA
  Academic Enrichment
 

Get help with the event

Contact event planner Event login
View support guides Find upcoming events
Create an event you'd love to attend!
Explore why organizers choose Sched • Success stories
Event App • Event scheduling • Event registration • Event ticketing • Sched forms • Call for papers • Badges • Conferences
© 2026. SCHED LLC - All rights reserved - Helping events since 2008
Meeting Planning Software • Privacy • Terms
Share Modal

Share this link via

Or copy link

Filter sessions
Apply filters to sessions.
Saturday, September 19
In Session 3 Classrooms
Quad
TBA
  • Academic Enrichment
  • Academic Support
  • Academic Support & Enrichment
  • General Session
  • Healthy Safe & Inclusive Environments
  • Professionalism & Program Management
  • Social Emotional Learning & Wellness
  • STEAM
  • Youth Voice & Leadership
  • Title/Position
  • Frontline Staff
  • Grant Managers/Program Administrators
  • Program Directors
  • Site Coordinators
  • Grade Level Served
  • Grades 1-3
  • Grades 4-5
  • Grades 6-8
  • Grades TK-K
  • High School
  • Skill Level
  • Advance
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Quality Standards
  • Active & Engaged Learning
  • Clear Vision Mission & Purpose
  • Collaborative Partnerships
  • Continuous Quality Improvement
  • Diversity Access & Equity
  • Healthy Choices & Behaviors
  • Pr
  • Program Managemen
  • Program Management
  • Quality Staff
  • Safe & Supportive Environment
  • Skill Building
  • Sustainability
  • Youth Voice & Leadership