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9:00am CDT

Modeling Science: Exploring the NGSS Practice of Developing and Using Models

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT

In this session we will dive into the NGSS Science and Engineering practice of Developing and Using Models to deepen student understanding of scientific phenomena. Through engaging, collaborative activities, educators will construct and evaluate physical models that represent real-world scientific concepts. This session emphasizes the power of models to support sense-making, encourage inquiry, and make abstract ideas tangible for students.

Speakers

Lauren Reuss

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
Benilde-St. Margaret's 2501 Highway 100 S., St. Louis Park

Real World / Applied / Authentic Learning, ALL GRADES | 21st Century Learning (Creativity/Collaboration/Critical Thinking/Communication), ALL GRADES | Classroom Strategies, ALL GRADES

12:30pm CDT

Expanding Perspectives: Building capacity in Cultural Competency with Practical Classroom Tools

Wednesday June 11, 2025 12:30pm - 3:00pm CDT

Benilde-St. Margaret's

This course satisfies hours for the MN license renewal category for Cultural Competency. This course offers a dual focus on growing your capacity and self-awareness while providing actionable classroom strategies that foster a strong sense of belonging for all students. Educators will reflect on their own frames of reference and uncover potential biases that shape expectations and relationships with students, families, and the wider school community. Through guided self-reflection, collaborative discussions, and hands-on exploration of practical tools, participants will leave equipped to create welcoming, responsive classroom environments.

Speakers

Dennis Draughn

Dennis Draughn is an educational leader dedicated to equity, inclusion, and fostering environments where all individuals feel a sense of belonging. As an African American male, he brings a nuanced perspective to his work, blending lived experience with a deep understanding of culturally... Read More →

Wednesday June 11, 2025 12:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Benilde-St. Margaret's 2501 Highway 100 S., St. Louis Park

License Renewal Special Category, ALL GRADES | Multiple Perspectives / Global Understanding, ALL GRADES | Classroom Strategies, ALL GRADES

12:30pm CDT

Creating 3D Assessments

Wednesday June 11, 2025 12:30pm - 3:00pm CDT

Benilde-St. Margaret's

This course will take a look at how you can create assessments that move beyond memorization and regurgitation of facts. How can you create opportunities to assess content, but also how students can use that content to solve complex problems related to your discipline? Bring along some assessments to rework! We will use the NGSS science standards as a backdrop but all disciplines are invited.

Speakers

Mark Peterson

Wednesday June 11, 2025 12:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Benilde-St. Margaret's 2501 Highway 100 S., St. Louis Park

Real World / Applied / Authentic Learning, 6-8, 9-12 | 21st Century Learning (Creativity/Collaboration/Critical Thinking/Communication), 6-8, 9-12 | Classroom Strategies, 6-8, 9-12

SAIL 2025