This on-demand professional development session empowers TK-12 educators to proactively design inclusive classrooms using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework paired with accessible technology and AI tools.

Participants will begin by exploring the “Curb-Cut Effect”—the concept that designing learning experiences for the margins inherently benefits all students. Through hands-on demonstrations, educators will discover how built-in accessibility features (like Immersive Reader and voice typing) reduce barriers to engagement and expression.

The session then introduces an “Inclusive AI Buffet,” highlighting tools like Goblin Tools for executive functioning support and Diffit for instantaneous reading level differentiation.

During the core “Sandbox” workshop, teachers will actively apply these concepts by upgrading an upcoming lesson plan using the showcased tech. Educators will leave the session with a tangible, differentiated resource they can use immediately, and a concrete commitment to implement one inclusive design choice in their classroom next week.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Step into a workshop designed to turn Project-Based Learning theory into immediate classroom action. We will explore high-engagement design elements—like building authentic tasks, maximizing student choice, and creating real-world audiences—while embedding the vital equity scaffolds your students need.

Key Outcomes:

• Design with Equity: Master UDL and MLL strategies to eliminate learning barriers and make rigorous content accessible to all.

• Steal & Modify: Gain access to a rich library of classroom-tested PBL templates and real student work examples.

• Walk Away Ready: Leave with an actionable toolkit and a curated resource bank to seamlessly launch or refine a project at your school site.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Ready to make AI more useful? Want to learn how to train your own custom bot that you don’t need to give your whole context to over and over again? Have you heard that Google’s NotebookLM can also create slides, podcasts, video overviews or infographics from your own source material? 

Explore at your own pace as I show you step-by-step in a pre-recorded video how to build your own custom Gems in Gemini. Then, learn the basics of Google’s NotebookLM. Both tools are free!

This is a great way to feel ready for the next school year with something you can actually use. Comes with a downloadable guide to creating custom chatbots!

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

You  will learn foundational strategies to support multilingual learners, including the use of graphic organizers, sentence frames, and other language scaffolds. We will also explore the importance of honoring students’ cultures and recognizing the unique strengths they bring to the classroom. The workshop will focus on building student confidence, fostering belonging, and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Transform Your Scraps into Masterpieces!

Got a mountain of leftovers from your last design challenge or project-based learning unit? Don’t throw them out—put them to work! In this hands-on session, you’ll create 3 to 4 unique projects using everyday scraps of fiber, vinyl, acrylic, and paper. More than just a crafting session, you’ll master practical strategies to organize your leftover materials and unlock creative ways to use every last bit. Turn your clutter into your next big breakthrough!

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Bring authentic making into the classroom through a creative engineering challenge. In this session, educators will experience a complete project-based learning cycle as they design, prototype, and assemble custom LED acrylic signs. The workshop emphasizes iteration, creativity, and real-world fabrication skills using accessible materials and tools.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Textiles are moving beyond the sewing machine! Workshop attendees will explore the interactions between fabric and common makerspace equipment such as laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and 3D printers. We will learn basic circuitry to aid in sewable electronics, 3D print on mesh to create flexible armor, engrave labels on the laser cutter, cut fabric and HTV on the Cricut, and sublimate designs onto pouches. Whether you’re an experienced sewist or have never touched needle and thread, this workshop is sure to expand your textile horizons.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

Desmos Studio is a dynamic environment where students become mathematical investigators. As the exclusive tool for the Digital SAT, Desmos offers students a familiar platform with powerful new features constantly being introduced. This workshop provides a strategic look at the Desmos ecosystem through the eyes of the learner, followed by a deep dive into the statistics tools that empower students to tackle the California Math Framework’s Data Science initiatives with confidence. In this session, you will learn to help students: Navigate assessments with confidence using the graphing and scientific tools as they appear in high-stakes testing environments. Utilize 3D Graphing and Dynamic Geometry tools to visualize complex concepts. Investigate real-world data using sliders, regressions, distributions, and visualizations to move students from procedural calculations toward statistical habits of mind. Leverage Notes and Notebook (beta) to develop mathematical voice and bridge the gap between informal observation and evidence-based claims. This workshop is ideal for middle and high school math educators, as well as anyone interested in building math literacy across disciplines. You will leave with concrete ideas for transforming static data into interactive, student-driven discoveries.

Donation Sliding Scale

We’re trying something new. Our grant-subsidized workshops that we normally charge $40 (in reality a $350 value) are going to be a sliding scale where you can give what you are able.

You know assessment needs to evolve in the age of AI. The bigger question is how?

In this short video, you’ll get a practical, teacher-friendly framework and digital workbook for redesigning assignments so student thinking is easier to see, the role of AI is clearer, and assessment feels more aligned with the learning that actually matters.

You do not have to start from scratch or throw out every assignment you love. You can adapt your courses for the AI world by getting clear on the purpose of the task and then considering the 3 Ps! (Watch to learn more!)

Tapping, also known as Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), is a quick and simple self-care technique to help reduce the emotional intensity associated with stressful events. It is also used to support goal setting and performance (athletes use it!). People report that Tapping helps them feel more calm while providing a sense of clarity imbued with compassion. It draws on psychological principles and incorporates acupressure points used in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
In this interactive session, participants will learn and experience this simple, yet profound, evidence-based somatic practice for self-care and stress reduction that can also be shared with fellow school staff and students. Facilitators will share best practices for introducing Tapping to educators, behavioral health support staff, and students for use in the classroom, counseling office, or wellness center. Participants will have multiple opportunities to engage with each other in small groups with partners, dedicated time for self-reflection and action planning, and the opportunity to receive an accountability partner to follow up with after the conference.

Come experience how easy Tapping is to learn, gain more calm and clarity for yourself, and get links to the many free resources available to help you share Tapping.