Wisconsin

Join other educators as thousands around the country participate in the DEN Virtual Conference on Saturday, October 24th.  If you’re looking to attend in person, you can participate in New Berlin, WI.

The Discovery Educator Network (DEN) Virtual Conference provides an opportunity to learn powerful ways to integrate digital media and Web 2.0 tools into your instruction as well as discover an abundance of resources to expand your own professional learning network.  And, it’s free!

You are invited to an in-person event hosted by the Wisconsin Leadership Council, with support from the School District of New Berlin.

Virtual Presentations Include:

Can I Help You With That?                         

The Student as Collaborator, Creator and Director

Do You Have the Audacity to Podcast?

Thinking Outside the Slide

Putting the Bling in Your Builders              

What on Earth is a Gloggle?

Be Nice and Share: Publishing Your Media-Infused Projects for the World to See

Hands-On Sessions:

 SMART Board

Web 2.0 Tools

Building a Professional Learning Community

 

Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

 

For more information and to register visit:
 https://lrougeux.wufoo.com/forms/den-fall-virtual-conference-new-berlin-wi/

 

For a schedule of events, visit:

http://blog.discoveryeducation.com/blog/2009/10/09/tech-or-treat-dens-fall-virtual-conference/

If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Yurk at rachel.yurk@nbexcellence.org

Looking for a flyer to hand out to colleagues?  Download this one.

Saturday, October 10th marks a Day of Discovery you just might be interested.  Join fellow educators in Chicago at the Shedd Aquarium for a great day of learning.

This link provides you with more information about the schedule of events as well as a link to register.

Sept. 23rd is the big day - the Discovery Education Streamathon.  If you’re looking for more info check out the DEN National Blog.

If you follow the DEN National Blog, you could find this information here - but you might not, so I’m sharing it again with my Wisconsin friends and those in other places.

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This post was originally published by the spectacular Steve Dembo.

Summer School Archives

We’ve been busy converting and uploading all the archives from our incredible Summer School webinar series. While we still have quite a few to go, nearly half the webinars have been posted and are ready for you to download and share them with others!

As they get converted, we’re posting them here, so check it out and let us know what you thought of the series!

Don’t forget, our Miller Park DEN event is this Friday, August 21st, starting at 2:30.  We hope to see you there!

For more info and to register, click on the Events tab near the top of this page.

Yes, August rolls around and we are starting to think about the return back to school.  While some of those returning thoughts range from “I can’t wait” to “Noooooo!!!” we all know the time will eventually come whether we like it or not.  The return of school marks a new beginning for many teachers.  Time to meet your new group of students, time to work with new colleagues who have joined your school, and time to try out some of the new stuff you’ve learned over the summer.  It’s an exciting time and a busy time.

If you’re looking for a few resources to help you get ready for the upcoming year, checking out New Teacher Survival Central, part of Discovery Education.  This site can provide new and not-new teachers with helpful tips and ideas for getting back into the swing of things as another school year begins. I particularly like the Survival Tool Kit.  There are tons of resources for you to read through and take a peek at.  It’s well worth the time!

If you’re looking for continued learning this summer, look no further.  Discovery Education has an impressive schedule of upcoming webinars for you to choose from.  To register or check out the schedule, click here.

There are a couple scheduled yet for July, but the list of options for August looks good.

Our DEN Event at Miller Park has been rescheduled.

Join fellow educators at Friday’s Front Row inside Miller Park on Friday, August 21st from 2:30 to 5:00, for an afternoon of learning.  Meet members of the Wisconsin DEN Leadership Council, enjoy a little food, a few refreshments, some learning, and have some fun.  We will have a private room with wifi access, so bring your laptop if you’d like.

During the event, you’ll have a chance to mingle with fellow educators and hear a few brief presentations about the Discovery Educator Network.  Learn how to become a STAR, check out the DEN resources available on the web, and ask any questions you may have about Discovery Education.

There will be food and drink available as well as great door prizes.  Please join us!

RSVP to the event by completing this RSVP form!

PDF download: Miller Park Event Flyer

I’m sorry to say that heavy storms last night have caused damage at Friday’s Front Row and Miller Park.  In addition, they do not have power.

There, we have the CANCEL the scheduled event for today.  We will keep you posted if and when the event is rescheduled.  Thank you to all who registered in advance.

Looking for a great professional development opportunity?  How about a FREE day of professional development?

Participate in the DEN Virtual Conference on Saturday, April 25th at New Berlin Eisenhower High School. Here you will have a chance to have fun with other great teachers and immerse yourself in a great learning experience.  The day will begin at 8:30 and wrap up at 3:00.

If you can’t make it to N.B. Eisenhower, you can still participate from the comfort of your own home - just click on the link below.

DOWNLOAD this DEN Virtual Conference Flyer about the event to post in your Teacher’s Lounge or to share with your colleagues.

 For more information, a schedule of events, and to register, click here.