2024VSTE Annual Conference

Elevate Your Educational Practice: A Hands-On Workshop in Social-Emotional Intelligence and Educator Wellness. Join an interactive session where we'll explore practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and supporting adult learners. Through collaborative activities, skill-building exercises, and peer networking, participants will develop actionable tools for personal and professional balance. This is more than a presentation—it's a collective journey of support and growth for educators.

Are you feeling bogged down in all the information you want to give teachers so they can set sail? Explore different ways to approach professional development and sneak in opportunities when they least expect it.

Conference Session Description: "From Grass to Gas: Understanding and Mitigating Agricultural Impact on the Chesapeake Bay Watershed" Join us for an engaging and insightful session at our technology conference where we explore the 'Grass to Gas' initiative and its profound relevance to our students' lives. This session will delve into the current farming practices and their impact on nitrogen levels in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, emphasizing that regardless of whether we are in an inland, landlocked county in Virginia or a coastal county, we all share a responsibility in addressing environmental concerns. Key Discussion Points: Agricultural Technology: Learn about the latest advancements in agricultural technology that are helping to monitor and reduce nitrogen runoff, including precision farming tools, sustainable practices, and innovative solutions. Environmental Impact: Understand the direct and indirect effects of nitrogen pollution on the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, and how local farming practices contribute to this issue. Data Analysis: Discover how data analysis is being used to track nitrogen levels and assess the effectiveness of different mitigation strategies. Project-Based Learning (PBL): Explore practical PBL projects designed for the classroom that engage students in real-world problem-solving related to environmental science and agricultural technology. These projects will help students develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of their role in environmental stewardship. By the end of this session, educators will be equipped with the knowledge and resources to integrate these important topics into their curriculum, fostering a generation of environmentally conscious students who are ready to contribute to sustainable solutions. Whether you're teaching in a rural or coastal setting, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to make a positive impact on our environment.

Google's Looker Studio is a data visualization tool that can be used to build dynamic data dashboards for a variety of purposes. In this session you will learn how to build a dashboard from scratch and leave with resources to apply it to a variety of contexts. The possibilities are endless!