VIRTUAL SESSION:Explore Newsela’s annotation feature, equipping science teachers with strategies to scaffold texts and foster student engagement. Educators will learn how annotations can enhance comprehension, critical thinking, and information retention while guiding students to interact with the material. Participants will create a customized assignment with annotations and instructions to apply these practices in their classrooms. NOTE: This session is being held with an online presenter. Attendees are welcome to utilize the space to engage in the session. A live moderator will be present for support.
Take a deep dive into Ellevation Strategies to meet the needs of your multilingual learners. Ellevation provides insight into specifics about your English learners as well as specific tools to use right in your lessons. You will walk away with lesson resources to use the next day!
Are you looking for funding to bring innovative experiences to your students? Join us to learn more about HEF’s LifeReady Solutions funding program. In this session, we will go through the application process, share examples of successful grants, and provide valuable tips to strengthen your proposal. You’ll also hear firsthand from Emma Cooper, a grant recipient from Tuckahoe Middle School, as she shares how LifeReady Solutions funding helped bring her vision to life. Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with the knowledge and resources to develop a compelling application.
Schoology's Mastery Tool is a unique feature that allows you to see student progress by standard/EKP. Learn how this powerful tool can be used to target instruction and review for students on an individual level.
Discover effective techniques to guide students in exploring and understanding scientific phenomena through engaging, student-centered strategies. This session will delve into phenomena-based thinking routines and discourse practices designed to elicit and explore student ideas. Participants will also learn how to use modeling tools and strategies that make student thinking visible, fostering deeper understanding and meaningful connections to science concepts. Leave with practical approaches to implement in your classroom, empowering students to think critically and collaboratively.
VIRTUAL SESSION: In this session, science educators will discover how Newsela Writing supports students in improving their writing through real-time, rubric-aligned feedback. With a focus on claim-evidence-reasoning, teachers will explore how this feature strengthens scientific literacy and helps students construct well-supported arguments. Participants will leave equipped to guide students in developing stronger, evidence-based writing skills. NOTE: This session is being held with an online presenter. Attendees are welcome to utilize the space to engage in the session. A live moderator will be present for support.
Discover how Google Earth can enhance Earth Science instruction by connecting to topics like latitude/longitude, plate boundaries, continental shelves, and volcanoes. Learn to use the historical imagery tool to demonstrate habitat fragmentation in Ecology. Attendees are encouraged to bring a mouse for easier navigation.
The Science aligned curriculum has item banks that make creating a formative assessment a snap! Learn how to access the banks through the assessment tool in Schoology and build your next formative check for student learning.
Do you teach multi-language learners? Join two of Henrico's experienced science teachers in learning how to apply practical strategies that allow your MLL students to access the curriculum and love science!
Discover the fundamentals of AI in education, including what it is, how it works, principles for responsible and ethical use, tips for better prompting, and an overview of recommended tools.
This interactive session will explore the powerful connection between computational thinking (CT) and science education. Participants will examine the connections between CT and the Science and Engineering Practices, as well as the durable skills of the Henrico Learner Profile, demonstrating how integrating CT skills empowers students to become critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators. The session will emphasize practical, hands-on activities designed to foster "productive struggle" and provide teachers with concrete strategies for incorporating CT into their existing science curriculum, regardless of their prior coding experience.
VIRTUAL SESSION: Learn how to accelerate student achievement by designing effective learning experiences using the 4 Ps: Prepare, Preview, Practice, and Process. This session includes live modeling and independent practice, focusing on customized Science Alignments to ensure relevance and impact. Walk away with strategies to create engaging, research-based lessons that drive student success. NOTE: This session is being held with an online presenter. Attendees are welcome to utilize the space to engage in the session. A live moderator will be present for support.
Take a time out to have a chat with the Secondary Science Specialist, Rachael Toy. This informal session will be an opportunity to share about your experience teaching science and using the science aligned curriculum.
Education Specialist - Secondary Science, Henrico County Public Schools
As a middle school math and science teacher, I always enjoyed pushing my craft especially in the area of instructional technology and authentic learning experiences. I have served Henrico County Public School students over the last 18 years in several roles including ITRT, K-12 STEAM... Read More →
Tuesday February 18, 2025 10:30am - 11:20am EST
TBAMills Godwin High School, 2101 Pump Rd, Richmond, VA 23285
Explore nine recommended AI tools designed specifically for teachers. Learn how these tools can save time on daily tasks, personalize instruction, and elevate lessons and activities in impactful ways.
This interactive session will explore the powerful connection between computational thinking (CT) and science education. Participants will examine the connections between CT and the Science and Engineering Practices, as well as the durable skills of the Henrico Learner Profile, demonstrating how integrating CT skills empowers students to become critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators. The session will emphasize practical, hands-on activities designed to foster "productive struggle" and provide teachers with concrete strategies for incorporating CT into their existing science curriculum, regardless of their prior coding experience.
Did you know Google Assignments in Schoology provide a quick and easy way to deliver and provide feedback to students on their learning? Come learn more about using this tool and how to make it work as you design great science learning!
Engage students in meaningful, action-oriented learning that drives deeper understanding and fosters a sense of agency. This session explores strategies for integrating student-driven action projects into your teaching practice, aligning with curriculum goals while addressing real-world challenges. Learn how to guide students in identifying local issues, planning impactful actions, and reflecting on their outcomes to build critical thinking, collaboration, and leadership skills. Whether it’s organizing a community cleanup or developing solutions to environmental challenges, this session will help you turn learning into action.
Key Outcomes: • Discover ways to incorporate student action into curriculum-aligned projects. • Explore tools and frameworks for guiding students through action planning and execution. • Learn techniques to measure the impact of student-led initiatives.
Join us for a session with Henricopolis Soil and Water Conservation! Learn about Henricopolis' innovative programs, including the Totally Totable Program, which provides teachers with ready-to-use lesson totes covering various SOLs. We'll also discuss support for implementing vermiculture in the classroom and student opportunities through Envirothon. This session is perfect for educators looking to integrate conservation and sustainability into their curriculum.
Enhance your instructional toolkit with strategies to develop students’ critical thinking and data analysis skills. In this session, you’ll explore methods to help students collect, analyze, and interpret data by identifying trends and patterns. Learn how to use argumentation frameworks and collaborative activities to support the construction and critique of evidence-based claims. Additionally, discover how to scaffold student learning with sentence starters, protocols, and talk moves that encourage independent thinking and meaningful classroom discourse. Walk away with actionable strategies to foster deeper engagement and inquiry.
During this content specific session, we will turn our attention to quarters 3 and 4. Discussion will center around incorporating formative assessment within the 5E, the implementation of an upcoming Core Lab, and sharing resources for end of year reviews.
