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12:25pm CDT

The Case For Pop Culture In The Classroom

Friday August 30, 2024 12:25pm - 1:15pm CDT

The workshop will explain the research and benefits of using popular culture not just as a tool, but as the backbone of curriculum in the secondary classroom. It will include discussion on how to integrate films, television, video games, etc. into a variety of different subjects and examples of such classes.

Speakers

Abby Kirby

Friday August 30, 2024 12:25pm - 1:15pm CDT
CSTI 362

Session III, 6-12

1:25pm CDT

Unleash the Power of Positivity and Self-Care

Friday August 30, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm CDT

CSTI 362

Learn to manifest positivity and combat negativity. We will explore self-care for educators and evaluate what areas are lacking to build a healthy balance. Believe in yourself and join us in this journey of self-discovery.

Speakers

Kris Meinhardt

SES: learning / behavior specialist

Welcome back to a great year! I'm Kris Meinhardt and i've been teaching in District 15 for 30 years. This year I will be working with Zach Karr in the SES program at Parkland Middle School. Outside of school, I have two adult children living in Chicago. In addition, my husband... Read More →

Zach Karr

School Social Worker, School District #15

My name is Zach Karr and I am starting my 3rd year at Parkland Middle School as the social worker for the SES program. I have 6 years of experience in the mental health field working with extreme high-risk populations (criminal, residential, trauma, and severe mental illness). Outside... Read More →

Self Care for Teachers pdf

Friday August 30, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm CDT
CSTI 362

Session IV, PreK-12