Keynote Presentations:

“No” (Probably) Won’t Kill You

Have you ever considered presenting, writing, or taking on a new challenge? What holds you back? In this keynote presentation,
Katie shares her journey as encouragement and inspiration to not fear “No” and to dare to do big things. And more. Sessions can be combined or customized to meet your specific needs.

Frustration Matters

The impact of teacher frustration on our profession is both measurable and profound. While our profession is under attack from outside--and from within--we need to lean in, stand together, and support each other. Teacher wellness is far more than an event on the calendar; it requires sustainable expectations and the support to meet them. In this keynote presentation, we honor the experiences of educators across the profession and explore real steps we can take to confront our frustration and reclaim our joy.

Breakout Sessions:

Boredom Busters: Transform Worksheets, Lectures, and Grading into Engaging Learning Experiences

Sometimes we have the perfect activity to support a lesson. And sometimes...we don't. What do we do when our lesson plan just reads, "page 147"? Boredom Busters are low- or no-prep activities that transform our ordinary worksheets and lectures into novel, exciting, engaging learning experiences, perfect for any grade level or content area. Curious? Your students will be too. And they'll want to come back for more tomorrow. 

Frustration Busters: Unpacking and Responding to Classroom Management Frustrations

Feeling frustrated? The steady drip of forgotten pencils, classroom disruptions, and circumstances beyond our control can chip away at our resolve, creating a chasm between our love of teaching and our ability to continue happily in our chosen profession. Even more, frustrated teachers pass their stress on to students, who can experience academic losses and instability from high teacher turnover. Frustration Busters help teachers identify the source of frustrations, learn how to tackle them when they arise, and implement practical ideas that will help prevent them from occurring in the first place. 

Half-Day Workshop

Boredom Busters Workshop

Boredom Busters are easy, effective activity frameworks that transform ordinary worksheets, lectures, and grading practices into engaging, meaningful learning experiences. Learn several of these easy-to-replicate activities and how to design your own Busters to engage students within your own teaching style and content.