OMS UnConference

Keep Calm and Teach On: A Healthy Work Life Balance

UnConference 2015 is Coming

This year's UnConference theme is Keep Calm and Teach On. We will explore the ways in which we can support one another as we seek a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we will examine classroom applications and strategies, both technological and otherwise, which may strengthen your instructional toolbox.

Event Information

OMS UnConference 2015

When?

Tuesday, Nov 3, 2015, 07:45 AM

Where?

186 Alice Avenue, Oceanside, NY, United States

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UnConference Day Program

7:45-8:00 - Team Check-In

8:00-9:15 - Potluck Breakfast & Session Development

UnConference Day Introduction & Video Kickoff
Session Sign-Up & "The Pitch"

9:15-10:00 - OMS UnConference Kickoff

10:00-10:45 - Session # 1

Theme: "It Was Once Inconceivable"

This session is dedicated to the highest level of the SAMR model: Redefinition. Teachers will review and discuss 21st century practices which allow students to engage in lessons and acquire new skills which were once inconceivable. Teachers will also discuss innovative ways for students to demonstrate evidence of learning.

11:00-11:45 - Session # 2

Theme: "Not Necessarily About Work & School"

This session is devoted to promoting a healthy work-life balance. Sessions will explore mindfulness, whole-body health, and strategies for reducing the stressors which impact our lives.

11:45-12:45 - Lunch

12:45-1:30 - Session # 3

Theme: "Can I Get A Little Help?"

This session will allow teachers and staff to seek out "experts" in areas they would like to address and engage in meaningful explorations of applications that they would like to use more intentionally.

1:45-2:25 - UnConference Wrap-Up