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8:00am EDT

Training Educators to Integrate Life and Computer Science

Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Increase agricultural literacy statewide by connecting your students with hands-on, technology-driven solutions that address real-world challenges by integrating lessons. Micro:Bits will be provided, but participants should bring their laptops. The target audience of this PD session is Maine middle school science, tech integrators, science, and computer science teachers. Hands-on learning of the physical computing device used with lessons to integrate life science and CS in middle schools.

Speakers

Angela Oechslie

Director, STEM Pathways & Innovation, Educate Maine

I lead the Project>Login & Maine Mobile BioLab programs at Educate Maine and love to support teachers as they implement computer science in their schools. I am a trained SCRIPT facilitator, the community partner for Girls Who Code, and the regional partner, along with MMSA, for Code.org's... Read More →

Heather Carlisle

Middle School STEM Educator, Educate Maine

With over two decades of experience ranging from molecular biology labs to middle school classrooms, Heather brings a unique blend of technical expertise and educational insight to her work. She currently serves as a middle school STEM educator on the Maine Mobile BIOLAB with Educate... Read More →

Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Lincoln / Oxford

Other

9:10am EDT

Family Engagement Nights On A Budget

Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT

Lincoln / Oxford

In this session participants will learn about various family engagement nights that can be done on a budget. Examples will focus on Mt. Blue Middle School's 6th grade, who hosted a Family STEM Night, Family Game Night, and an end of the year Celebration of Learning. Participants will learn easy to follow steps to pull together meaningful family engagement nights, what went well and what needed modification for the future, and ways to get community support.

Speakers

Mary Ellen Quimby

Teacher, RSU 9 Mt. Blue Middle School

Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Lincoln / Oxford

Makerspace/STEAM/Project Based Learning

2:10pm EDT

Access for All: Assistive Technology to Empower Learners

Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT

Lincoln / Oxford

Assistive Technology (AT) can support equitable access for all learners. This session delves into the role of creating inclusive educational environments. We will explore AT solutions for different physical and cognitive barriers and innovative tools to support individuals with diverse learning needs. Participants will gain valuable insights into implementing effective AT solutions for a wide array of curriculum content fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowering learners.

Speakers

Leilani Carlson

AT Specialist, Maine CITE

Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT
Lincoln / Oxford

Accessibility/Assistive Technology