Lake ECMECC 2026: Full Schedule

10:00am CDT

“Light Up Learning: Engaging Classrooms with Lumio”

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Join us for an engaging in-person professional development session focused on Lumio by SMART, a dynamic digital learning tool that transforms traditional lessons into interactive, multimedia-rich experiences. This session will guide educators through the core features of Lumio, including interactive lessons, formative assessment tools, game-based activities, and collaborative workspaces that enhance student engagement and participation. Educators will explore how to seamlessly integrate Lumio into their instructional practices, whether teaching in-person or remotely. We’ll also highlight the latest features and updates, giving participants a firsthand look at the newest tools available to boost creativity, personalize learning, and streamline lesson delivery. This hands-on session is perfect for both beginners and those looking to take their Lumio skills to the next level. Come ready to interact, learn, and leave with ideas you can implement right away!

Speakers

Kyle Krenz

Technology Integrationist, SWWC

Technology Integrationist with SWWC Service Cooperative for 4+ yearsMiddle/High School Social Studies teacher for 7 years.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 2207

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, Grades PK-12

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration, Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Beginners, Intermediate

10:00am CDT

We Will Write

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 1206

We Will Write harnesses the power of gamification by setting up anonymous teams of writers in a classroom. Writers respond to a quick prompt–a question or image–and then have the opportunity to view and vote on other students’ work.

Speakers

Shelby Rademacher

5th Grade Teacher, East Central

5th grade teacher at East Central Elementary School. Attended ISTE this summer and have some fun information to present on how to incorporate more writing into the classroom.

Mary VonRueden

Librarian, East Central

Librarian at East Central Elementary School. Attended ISTE this summer and have some fun information to present on how to incorporate more writing into the classroom.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 1206

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, Grades 3-12

Session Type Discussion/Sharing, Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

10:00am CDT

What's new in IXL!

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 1211

Whether you are just starting out or an old hand at IXL, I'm going to share what I learned (at ISTE) that is new. I have SWAG to give away from the ISTE conference. Come and see how you can do real-time assessments, auto-created quizzes, collect data (Great for my SPED peeps), and so much more.

Speakers

Deb Bursell

Junior High SPED (LD), Mora

I have been in SPED for 23 years. I recently attended the ISTE conference. I am eager to share what I learned.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 1211

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate

11:00am CDT

ADAptable: Are Your Online Materials ADA Compliant?

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 1206

Learn the basics of creating class materials that meet WCAG 2.1 criteria before the 2027 or 2028 deadlines. Bring a sample of something you have posted or plan to post to your LMS or digitally send to families that you can evaluate by the end of the session.

Speakers

Meggan Hoffmann

Technology Integration Specialist, SWWC

Meggan is a Technology Integration Specialist with SWWC and working with the Worthington Public School District.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 1206

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Hands-on/Interactive, Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

11:00am CDT

Hands on Coding for Primary Students

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 2207

Hands-On Coding for Primary Students
Discover engaging, age-appropriate ways to introduce coding to your primary students! In this interactive session, you'll explore a variety of hands-on activities that make coding accessible and fun for young learners. Learn how to use everyday classroom materials for unplugged coding lessons, receive ready-to-use print-and-go activities, and get hands-on experience with robotics such as Code & Go Mice and Cublets. Whether you're new to teaching coding or looking for fresh ideas, you'll leave with practical strategies and resources you can use right away to bring coding into your young elementary classroom.

Speakers

Megan Karolevitz

Grade 1 teacher, Braham

I was the Cambridge Primary School Media Specialist for 15 years where most of my days were spent teaching Media and STEM classes. I enjoyed the time collaborating with classroom teachers and helping them implement different technologies with their students. I moved to Braham in 2020... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 2207

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, PK-5

Session Type Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Beginners
Devices Chromebooks, iPads

11:00am CDT

Technology with Intention

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 2204

As concerns over screen time in education continue to grow, it is time to shift our focus from 'how much' technology we use to 'how' we use it. "Technology with Intention" explores how educators can move beyond using technology as a "digital workspace," to using technology as an intentional way to get students thinking. When learning is designed with intention, technology is used with intention.

Speakers

Kate Klug

Innovation Coordinator, Other

Kate is an Innovation Coordinator in ISD 742 St. Cloud Area School District with five years of science teaching and five years of preschool teaching experience. Passionate about discovering innovative, engaging instructional strategies, Kate is dedicated to ensuring every student... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 2204

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration, Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate

11:00am CDT

What's new at KAHOOT!

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 1211

Come learn what is new at Kahoot. I have SWAG from the ISTE conference. I will be sharing what you can do with your KAHOOT beyond just fun, competitive quizzes.

Speakers

Deb Bursell

Junior High SPED (LD), Mora

I have been in SPED for 23 years. I recently attended the ISTE conference. I am eager to share what I learned.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 1211

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate

1:00pm CDT

Exploring the eLibraryMN Resources

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 2204

Discover free ebooks and credible research materials for your students through eLibraryMN Resources, available to Minnesota residents! This platform provides a wide variety of reliable tools for everyone from elementary students to lifelong learners. Join us as we explore how to access and integrate these tools into your curriculum, with a special focus on the brand-new resources introduced this July!

Speakers

MaryJo Vickers

Media Specialist, Milaca Public Schools

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 2204

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Discussion/Sharing, Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate

1:00pm CDT

Level Up Your Lessons with SMART: A Lumio Highlight Reel

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 1205

Join us for a hands-on session to showcase Lumio's Greatest Features! We'll kick things off with a highlight reel, then dive into the essentials: quick sign-in, seamless Google Drive integration, and creating engaging new lessons using ready-made content. Get a firsthand look at Lumio’s cutting-edge AI features and the exciting new Beta features, including the dynamic widget wall and the helpful noise monitor. Leave this session ready to use Lumio in your classroom right away!

Speakers

Gina Keenan

Area Manager, Other

Gina Keenan is an Area Manager at SMART Technologies, located in Minneapolis, MN. She is an experienced educator and leader in educational technology, with over 20 years of diverse roles, including EL Teacher, Technology Integration Specialist, Instructional Trainer and Coach, STEM... Read More →

Dave Thielen

Education Solutions Consultant, Other

Dave is an Education Solutions Consultant who partners with schools and districts to support innovative teaching and learning through SMART solutions. With more than 10 years of classroom experience, including roles as an elementary teacher, STEAM teacher, and Instructional Technology... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 1205

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate
Devices Chromebooks, iPads

1:00pm CDT

Ozobot Robotics & Coding Across the Curriculum

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 2207

In this hands-on professional development session, educators will explore the engaging world of Ozobot robotics and discover how coding can be integrated into a wide range of content areas. Participants will learn how to program Ozobots using both color-coded marker commands (screen-free coding) and the Ozobot Blockly online coding platform, gaining practical experience with each approach. Attendees will not only build foundational skills in robotics and coding, but will also explore creative, non-traditional ways to incorporate Ozobots into subjects beyond STEM. By the end of the session, participants will leave with increased confidence in using Ozobots, a toolkit of cross-curricular applications, and inspiration to bring coding and robotics into any classroom setting.

Speakers

Kyle Krenz

Technology Integrationist, SWWC

Technology Integrationist with SWWC Service Cooperative for 4+ yearsMiddle/High School Social Studies teacher for 7 years.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 2207

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, Grades PK-12

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration, Hand-on/Interactive
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

1:00pm CDT

Plan Once, Engage All Year: Building a Learning Calendar that Connects Students to Experts

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 1205

Districts are asked to provide engaging, relevant learning opportunities for learners as budgets, staffing, and operational demands remain limited.
Unpack how technology leaders are able to create scalable learning ecosystems to expand access to high-quality learning experiences without adding significant burden to staff or infrastructure. Participants will explore how districts are coordinating virtual learning experiences across schools and programs to support curriculum goals, career awareness, and student engagement.
In this interactive session, participants will explore a district-ready system for leveraging live virtual field trips that connect students with experts from museums, science centers, zoos, aquariums, national parks, historic sites, and industry partners worldwide. They will discover how these live programs are delivered through existing technology infrastructure within the class, school, and district to eliminate the logistical and financial barriers of traditional in-person field trips and outreach programs.
Real examples will highlight implementation models that reduce scheduling complexity, streamline coordination, and support equitable access at scale. Attendees will have a tool to help them brainstorm how the model can be integrated into their own district systems. Participants will leave with practical tools, planning frameworks, and implementation strategies to build a scalable, budget-conscious learning calendar that maximizes existing technology investments while expanding access to real-world learning opportunities.

Speakers

Allyson Mitchell

Director of Partnerships & Engagement, Other

Director of Partnerships and Engagement,
Center for Interactive Learning and Engagement
Before joining CILC as Director of Partnerships and Engagement, Allyson Mitchell held a variety of leadership positions within departments of learning in art, history, and university museums. In these roles, she supervised the design of multiple Distance Learning studios as well as
... Read More →

Tami Moehring

Director of Member Relations, Other

Director of Member Relations,
Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC).

Tami supports Content Providers, educators, lifelong learners, and community groups by providing mentorship, training, and guidance. Sheplays a key role in helping CILC expand its reach and impact in virtual education. Prior to joining CILC, Tami spent more than 10 years in museum ed... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 1205

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, Grades PK-12

Session Type Discussion/Sharing
Experience Advanced, Beginners, Intermediate
Area Interdisciplinary

2:00pm CDT

Empowering Students Through CyberNut

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 2204

Students are among the most targeted users online, making cybersecurity education an essential part of today’s classroom. This session introduces CyberNut’s student awareness platform and demonstrates how educators can easily incorporate engaging, age-appropriate cybersecurity lessons into their classrooms.
We’ll explore student training content, gamification features, reporting tools, and best practices for building cybersecurity habits that extend beyond school.
Learning ObjectivesParticipants will:

Understand CyberNut’s student training capabilities.
Learn how to assign and manage student training.
Explore age-appropriate cybersecurity content.
Review reporting and student progress tracking.
Discover strategies for integrating cybersecurity awareness into classroom instruction.
Leave with a simple implementation plan.

Speakers

Amanda Rickman

Account Manager, Other

Amanda works at Cybernut

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 2204

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

2:00pm CDT

Flipping the Script on Screen Time: Quality over Quantity in the Classroom

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 1234

With growing calls for device bans and strict screen time limits, the conversation around classroom technology has become an "all or nothing" debate. However, healthy digital integration isn't about perfectly balancing tech and "no tech"—it's a moment-by-moment pedagogical decision. In this session, we will flip the script on screen time by shifting our focus from arbitrary minute limits to the quality and context of the digital activity. Educators will learn how to prioritize specific "teacher moves" and student outcomes over the tech itself. Leave with actionable strategies to reframe your language around device use, evaluate the "attention value" of apps, and foster true digital wellbeing in your students without resorting to outright bans.

Speakers

Jeremy Mikla

Instructional Technology Specialist, ECMECC

Jeremy Mikla is an Instructional Technology Specialist with extensive experience supporting PK–12 educators in the effective and ethical integration of emerging technologies. He regularly presents at regional and statewide conferences on topics such as AI in education, instructional... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 1234

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Discussion/Sharing
Experience Beginners, Intermediate

2:00pm CDT

We Are Teachers - New, Free

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 1211

Are you tired of paying for resources? This is a fully funded resource of free teaching materials. I have SWAG from the ISTE conference to give away.

Speakers

Deb Bursell

Junior High SPED (LD), Mora

I have been in SPED for 23 years. I recently attended the ISTE conference. I am eager to share what I learned.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 1211

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, All Attendees

Session Type Lecture/Demonstration
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

2:00pm CDT

We Will Write

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 1206

Speakers

Shelby Rademacher

5th Grade Teacher, East Central

5th grade teacher at East Central Elementary School. Attended ISTE this summer and have some fun information to present on how to incorporate more writing into the classroom.

Mary VonRueden

Librarian, East Central

Librarian at East Central Elementary School. Attended ISTE this summer and have some fun information to present on how to incorporate more writing into the classroom.

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 1206

Digital Resources/Activities/Applications, Grades 3-12

Session Type Discussion/Sharing, Hands-on/Interactive
Experience Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced

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