Devalin Jackson
Family Technology Support Designer
The Role of Seesaw in Family Partnerships in San Francisco Unified School District
Partner, advocate, and thrive! Here at San Francisco Unified School District, we are working on integrating Seesaw into our Digital Learning Family Partnership Toolkit. Seesaw’s learning loop provides dynamic and equitable ways for families to not only access what’s happening in their student’s classroom but also to respond and give feedback. This enables a digital learning space where family partnerships can thrive.
Brittney Tarr
PreK-6 STEM Specialist
Young Engineers! Engineering Design for Our Littlest Learners
Interested in bolstering creative and critical thinking skills? Feeling overwhelmed with getting started on providing engaging STEM lessons? We know that our young engineers are capable of AMAZING things, but it can be challenging to think through how to implement engineering design experiences that are meaningful, student-led, and yield results. Come learn some easy ways that Seesaw can help you optimize your lessons, enabling your engineers to maximize their learning with minimal stress!
James Radburn
Computing and Digital Innovation Lead
Redefining Learning on Seesaw: The Art of Innovative Task Design
This session will explore the depths of student learning through Seesaw. The presentation will delve into the strategies behind crafting innovative, thought-provoking tasks that not only engage children in critical thinking but also provide opportunities for depth and challenge. Through practical examples, this session will equip educators with the tools and inspiration needed to transform their approach to task design, making learning a more enriching, personalised, and impactful experience for their students.
Kelly Mitchell
EdTech Support Specialist
Math Workshop Reimagined
Embark on an innovative journey with me to redefine the Math Workshop experience for elementary students. Discover a seamless blend of traditional hands-on activities and digital learning, enhanced by collaborative problem-solving and thoughtful reflection. Dive into the realm of user-friendly app smashing, effortlessly integrating technology into an engaging Math Workshop environment—all housed within the accessible platform of Seesaw!
Bryanna Doran
K-5 ESL Teacher
Digital Portfolios for the Multilingual Learner
How do you communicate with the world around you? Let’s delve into the realm of digital portfolios for multilingual learners. For ELL students who may feel disconnected from their peers, discover strategies to include them, communicate with them and their families, differentiate for their needs, and teach them to curate their own work. Let’s help these students reach their full potential!
Cheryl Miyake
Curriculum Operations Coordinator
All Hands on Deck: Keeping Everyone in the Learning Loop (Workshop)
Universal Design for Learning and Seesaw, the perfect combination for student success! Among platforms facilitating Universal Design for Learning implementation, the Seesaw Learning Platform stands out as exemplary, serving both educators and learners adeptly. Join us as we explore how Seesaw provides an array of embedded tools, lessons and differentiation to achieve Universal Design for Learning.
Cheryl Carter
Digital Education Coordinator
All Hands on Deck: Keeping Everyone in the Learning Loop (Workshop)
Universal Design for Learning and Seesaw, the perfect combination for student success! Among platforms facilitating Universal Design for Learning implementation, the Seesaw Learning Platform stands out as exemplary, serving both educators and learners adeptly. Join us as we explore how Seesaw provides an array of embedded tools, lessons and differentiation to achieve Universal Design for Learning.
Adam Hill
STEM Consultant
Learner Empowerment in the Maker Classroom
The maker movement is transforming teaching and learning, equipping students with skills and attributes essential for their lives. This session will explore the powerful connection between making and student empowerment. With examples from a range of classrooms, Adam will inspire you to promote a "maker mindset" and develop your class culture of creativity. The session will introduce practical routines to deepen students' understanding of design and support the creative process.
Ashley Marker
Digital Learning Coach
Rekindling the Seesaw Spark: Igniting Teacher Excitement
Join us for an engaging session where we share innovative strategies used in our district to reignite teacher enthusiasm for Seesaw! Explore practical approaches and success stories that have ignited excitement, ensuring a dynamic and effective integration of Seesaw.
Stefanie Kleinholter
Digital Learning Coach
Rekindling the Seesaw Spark: Igniting Teacher Excitement
Join us for an engaging session where we share innovative strategies used in our district to reignite teacher enthusiasm for Seesaw! Explore practical approaches and success stories that have ignited excitement, ensuring a dynamic and effective integration of Seesaw.
Jason Peters
5th Grade Teacher
Using Seesaw Tools to Demonstrate Student Understanding
Of course, students may tell you they understand a concept, but do you truly know the depth of their understanding? Do they themselves know how deeply they understand? In this session, we will explore the various Seesaw tools available to help students demonstrate and explain their work, enabling you to make better-informed decisions for both whole group and small group instruction.
Katie Klipp
First Grade Teacher
So, What Are They Really Doing?
Ever wondered if your students are working effectively while they're away from you during learning center or rotation time? Have parents ever questioned what's really happening with their student or your teaching when an issue arises? While the term "accountability" may sound serious and intimidating, your students will come to embrace it as they showcase their learning with these fun and engaging uses of Seesaw in learning centers and other key times of the day!
Traci Piltz
K-2 Technology Integration Specialist
Seesaw Rewind: Back to the Basics to Share Student Learning!
In a sea of endless educational technology options, Seesaw stands out as a beacon of simplicity and power. It's time to shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling inspired by what your students can achieve. While many teachers initially discovered Seesaw out of necessity during the challenging times of COVID, now is the moment to elevate it to new heights in your classroom. Join four Seesaw OGs as we 'bring it back' to the basics of using Seesaw to create, communicate, and collaborate.
Sara Malchow
Digital Learning Specialist
Seesaw Rewind: Back to the Basics to Share Student Learning!
In a sea of endless educational technology options, Seesaw stands out as a beacon of simplicity and power. It's time to shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling inspired by what your students can achieve. While many teachers initially discovered Seesaw out of necessity during the challenging times of COVID, now is the moment to elevate it to new heights in your classroom. Join four Seesaw OGs as we 'bring it back' to the basics of using Seesaw to create, communicate, and collaborate.
Robin Schuhmacher
2nd Grade Teacher
Seesaw Rewind: Back to the Basics to Share Student Learning!
In a sea of endless educational technology options, Seesaw stands out as a beacon of simplicity and power. It's time to shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling inspired by what your students can achieve. While many teachers initially discovered Seesaw out of necessity during the challenging times of COVID, now is the moment to elevate it to new heights in your classroom. Join four Seesaw OGs as we 'bring it back' to the basics of using Seesaw to create, communicate, and collaborate.
Sophia Garcia-Smith
Library Media Specialist
Seesaw Rewind: Back to the Basics to Share Student Learning!
In a sea of endless educational technology options, Seesaw stands out as a beacon of simplicity and power. It's time to shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling inspired by what your students can achieve. While many teachers initially discovered Seesaw out of necessity during the challenging times of COVID, now is the moment to elevate it to new heights in your classroom. Join four Seesaw OGs as we 'bring it back' to the basics of using Seesaw to create, communicate, and collaborate.
Dawn Machel
Grade One Teacher & Technology Facilitator
Start Strong: Guided Reading and Math Routines for the First Weeks
Establishing routines at the start of the school year is crucial for classroom success! Join me as I demonstrate how I utilize Seesaw to create routines during centre time from day one. Discover how Seesaw keeps students engaged, fosters independent learning, and serves as an assessment tool. Parents also gain insight into their child's progress throughout the year. I'm excited to share these strategies with you!
Kristin Lizotte
Grade Three Teacher
Successful Student-Led Conferences Using Digital Portfolios in Seesaw
Have you been wanting to try student-led conferences but are unsure where to start? Seesaw is the perfect vehicle to empower your students to take the lead as they acquire skills and master competencies. In this presentation, you will learn how to use Seesaw for effective student-led conferences. Discover how to guide your students to catalog important work, reflect on their progress, and set learning goals. Sit back and watch your students take charge of their learning journey!
Lindsay Kemeny
Author and 1st Grade Teacher
Crack the Reading Code with Decodable Texts!
Join Lindsay Kemeny, a 1st-grade teacher and the author of "7 Mighty Moves," as she unlocks the power of decodable texts! You’ll learn why they’re essential for early readers, engaging routines and strategies for both whole-group and small-group instruction, as well as Lindsay’s top picks for captivating decodable text series.
Kelly Hudson
Elementary Science Teacher
Creating Scientists With Seesaw: A Dive into NGSS Practices
Teaching the Next Generation Science Standards involves more than just imparting scientific knowledge. Students need to embody the role of scientists. Join us as we explore activities that not only deliver science content but also emphasize mastery of the eight Science and Engineering Practices outlined in the NGSS. Examples of student work using Seesaw's creative tools (photos, videos, text, drawings, labels, and voice recordings) will demonstrate the acquisition of these skills and practices.
Benjamin Cogswell
Kindergarten Teacher & Author
Creating Rockstar Writers (Workshop)
Discover how to make writing more engaging, fun, effective, and creative with the Random Emoji Writing EduProtocol. This lesson frame utilizes emojis and mystery to spark students’ creativity and transform them into super authors! Beginning with a strong foundation in phonics, we guide students from writing sentences to paragraphs. Ideal for elementary school teachers, with a focus on K-2. Attendees will have the chance to win a signed copy of the book.
Jennifer Dean
1st Grade Teacher & Author
Creating Rockstar Writers (Workshop)
Discover how to make writing more engaging, fun, effective, and creative with the Random Emoji Writing EduProtocol. This lesson frame utilizes emojis and mystery to spark students’ creativity and transform them into super authors! Beginning with a strong foundation in phonics, we guide students from writing sentences to paragraphs. Ideal for elementary school teachers, with a focus on K-2. Attendees will have the chance to win a signed copy of the book.
Diane Trout
Academy Specialist
Brick by Brick: Fostering Computational Thinking through LEGO Activities on Seesaw (Workshop)
Legos foster creativity and imagination, but adding power and coding will take it a step farther, incorporating computational thinking and problem-solving. After this session, attendees will walk away with lessons on how to engage learners as young as kindergarten with basic Lego robotic skills, empowering students to take the lead in their coding and robotic creations. Sequential and progressive ideas will be shared to facilitate a comprehensive journey from early learning.
Marie Schroeder
2nd Grade Teacher
Making Sub Plans Easier Through Seesaw! (Workshop)
Create, duplicate, and have for years to come! Join me to learn how to make sub plans on Seesaw. You'll be able to create and duplicate your own plans, providing a long-term solution to alleviate stress when you need to be out.
Shelly Chmil
K-12 Technology Integration Coach
App Smash With Canva: Assess, Create, and Animate!
Join Shelly and Lynn as they guide you through creating dynamic activities using two powerhouse apps: Seesaw and Canva EDU (FREE for educators)! Learn how to foster student engagement with interactive assessments and creative showcases, spotlighting their curiosity and academic growth. By utilizing Seesaw’s formative assessment features and Canva EDU’s creative design options, students will enjoy showcasing their knowledge with activities that are easy to create!
Lynn Brubaker
2nd Grade Teacher
App Smash With Canva: Assess, Create, and Animate!
Join Shelly and Lynn as they guide you through creating dynamic activities using two powerhouse apps: Seesaw and Canva EDU (FREE for educators)! Learn how to foster student engagement with interactive assessments and creative showcases, spotlighting their curiosity and academic growth. By utilizing Seesaw’s formative assessment features and Canva EDU’s creative design options, students will enjoy showcasing their knowledge with activities that are easy to create!
Melodee Barnes
Family Coordinator
Capturing the Aha Moments - Building a Digital Portfolio in Seesaw
Empower students to curate and reflect on their achievements in minutes! Join us in exploring how to create digital portfolios in Seesaw that foster pride and ownership in their learning journey. By showcasing their best content-area work, students build a dynamic portfolio to share with peers, teachers, and families, creating a collaborative and supportive learning community. Learn how to capture those 'Aha' moments, that will elevate student voice and showcase achievements through Seesaw.
Sara Romero-Heaps
Chief Product Officer
What’s New with Seesaw
Join us to learn what’s new with Seesaw for 2024! In this session, we will share new ways to gain actionable insights into student understanding, make learning more engaging, target instruction, and streamline your workflow with Seesaw.
Mia Leonard
Instructional Partner
Lesson Planning Made Easy - Using the Standards/Curriculum Alignment Tool in Seesaw
Simplify lesson planning with The Seesaw Library, filled with thousands of high-quality, ready-to-assign activities created by our in-house curriculum experts. Join us as we explore how to use the Curriculum Alignment Tool to easily find supplemental classroom instruction and engaging learning activities in the Seesaw Library, aligned to the standards and curriculum you’re using in your classroom.
Erin Wakshlag
Director of Curriculum
What’s New for Administrators
Expand the Learning Loop even further with Seesaw Instruction & Insights! Learn how new administrative tools support data-driven decision-making with more visibility into user engagement on Seesaw and performance on standards. New levels of customization, management, and integration capabilities streamline a consistent implementation district-wide. Plus, exclusive tools and supplemental Early Literacy and ELD curriculum packages deepen instructional impact for all learners.
