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Start Strong 2026
Save the date for Upper Arlington’s Start Strong mini-conference on August 5-6, 2026--schedule to follow!
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Wednesday, August 5
 

8:30am EDT

Draft-Get to Know Your District Tech
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
This presentation will help new staff to the district to learn how to use their district technology. Staff will learn best practice with district technology and to get a running start on the school year. 
Speakers
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Shannon Hemmelgarn

Media Specialist, Upper Arlington Schools-Windermere
avatar for Katie Coplin

Katie Coplin

Teacher, Wickliffe Progressive/ Upper Arlington Schools
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
  AI/Technology

9:40am EDT

Draft-Welcome to Canvas!
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am EDT
This session is an Introduction to Canvas for grade 6-12 teachers who are new to Canvas or current teachers wishing to learn more about Canvas. The goal is to help you understand Canvas' features, see a variety of organizational strategies, and get teachers started on setting up their course(s). 
Speakers
avatar for Diane Kahle

Diane Kahle

Computer Science Teacher, Upper Arlington High School
I currently teach computer science at UAHS and have a passion for computer science education and strive to provide new opportunities for students. I have 35 years of experience teaching math and computer science. I am a Canvas Lead at the HS. I lead Hour of Code Across UA and the... Read More →
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am EDT
  AI/Technology

10:50am EDT

Creating a Human-Centered AI Stoplight Framework and UA AI Policy
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am EDT
AI can be a powerful assistant to both students and staff. We need a way to harness its power without compromising foundational learning and academic integrity. Come learn how to create rationales for AI use or non-use from a teacher’s and student’s perspective. Use these guidelines in designing parameters for you next lesson or unit.  We will also cover the major points of the Upper Arlington AI Guidance document as well as what Ai tools are approved for use.
Speakers
avatar for Denise Lutz

Denise Lutz

Chief Excellence and Engagement Officer, Upper Arlington School
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am EDT

12:00pm EDT

Draft-Generative AI in Practice: Using Canva AI to Design Standards-Aligned Instructional Tools and Student Activities
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
This session introduces educators to the practical applications of generative AI in instructional design, with a focus on Canva's suite of AI-powered features. Participants will learn how to efficiently create and curate high-quality instructional materials and develop student-centered activities that align to Ohio Learning Standards. Through guided exploration and collaborative discussion, attendees will gain actionable strategies for integrating Canva AI into their planning process, saving time while elevating the quality and relevance of classroom resources. 
Speakers
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Michelle Kammeraad

Media Specialist, Upper Arlington Schools-Jones
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Laurie Sutherin

6th Grade English Language Arts, Upper Arlington Schools-Jones
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
  AI/Technology

1:10pm EDT

Draft-Intermediate Canvas NEED PRESENTER AND DESCRIPTION
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT

Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
  AI/Technology

2:20pm EDT

Draft-iPad Accessibility NEED DESCRIPTION
1.00 PD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT

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Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
  AI/Technology
 
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