We are getting SOOOOO excited for next weekend's summit! Before the day of the big event, we have a few details we'd like for you to know:
Location
MSU-B Liberal Arts building - it's #15 on the map:
Location
MSU-B Liberal Arts building - it's #15 on the map:
Parking
Free all day! Grab a spot anywhere you can find one.
Check in
Check in begins at 7:30 am. We will have a registration table near the doors on the south side of the building (in between numbers 14 and 15 on the map above). Watch for the balloons! Coffee and pastries will be provided, but feel free to come pre-caffeinated. If you ordered a Google shirt with your registration fee, you will pick it up here. We will also have a few on hand if you would like to purchase one for $25.
Welcome
The first session is Alice Keeler's keynote, which begins promptly at 8:30 in LI 148, near the registration area.
Schedule
All sessions are open to all participants - no need to sign up ahead of time! The schedule can be found here:406summit.weebly.com/schedule.html
OPI Credit
If you are a Montana teacher wishing to earn OPI Renewal credits (or a Billings teacher who wants Step-up), you must complete this form by noon on the day of the Summit! Want to save yourself the worry and get it done now? Go for it! bit.ly/406OPI
What to Bring
Lunch is provided and will take place from 11:50 to 12:45. Here's what's on the menu:
Demo Slam
Grab your lunch and take it to LI 148 for a jam-packed, high-energy, super-fun geek out session where you will get the chance to see some COOL Google tips, tricks, and treats, all "demo-ed" in 3 minutes or less! (PS - vote for Ann)
SHARE!
The 406 Tech Summit will be a fun, information-packed event that your colleagues will want to know about! Please share what you are learning:
Come ready to learn, ready to share, and ready to earn awesomeprizes! Weare excited to work and learn with you!
Please let us know if you have any other questions at all - thanks!
Free all day! Grab a spot anywhere you can find one.
Check in
Check in begins at 7:30 am. We will have a registration table near the doors on the south side of the building (in between numbers 14 and 15 on the map above). Watch for the balloons! Coffee and pastries will be provided, but feel free to come pre-caffeinated. If you ordered a Google shirt with your registration fee, you will pick it up here. We will also have a few on hand if you would like to purchase one for $25.
Welcome
The first session is Alice Keeler's keynote, which begins promptly at 8:30 in LI 148, near the registration area.
Schedule
All sessions are open to all participants - no need to sign up ahead of time! The schedule can be found here:406summit.weebly.com/schedule.html
OPI Credit
If you are a Montana teacher wishing to earn OPI Renewal credits (or a Billings teacher who wants Step-up), you must complete this form by noon on the day of the Summit! Want to save yourself the worry and get it done now? Go for it! bit.ly/406OPI
What to Bring
- Laptop or Chromebook
- iPads are welcome but not recommended, as not all of the GAFE tools are optimized for these devices.
- Google account!! This is required if you want to have any fun at all on this day!
- If you are unsure whether your district account is a Google account or not, please check with your district. If needed, you can sign up for your own, personal Google account here.
- Chrome Browser - please have this installed ahead of time.
- If you need to download Chrome, you can do so here: CLICK HERE
- Miscellaneous stuff
- jackets or sweaters
- water bottles
- enthusiasm & energy
Lunch is provided and will take place from 11:50 to 12:45. Here's what's on the menu:
- Sammies: Barbecued Chicken Wraps, BLTs with Pesto, Roasted Veggie Clubs
- Sides: pasta salad, variety of chips
- Dessert: cookies
- Drinks: soda, water, coffee
Demo Slam
Grab your lunch and take it to LI 148 for a jam-packed, high-energy, super-fun geek out session where you will get the chance to see some COOL Google tips, tricks, and treats, all "demo-ed" in 3 minutes or less! (PS - vote for Ann)
SHARE!
The 406 Tech Summit will be a fun, information-packed event that your colleagues will want to know about! Please share what you are learning:
- Twitter: use the hashtag #406GAFE
- Google+: Post your photos, notes, and ideas in the Event
- Facebook: post your learning and ideas on the BPS-TIS page - www.facebook.com/BPSTIS
- Google Docs: Create collaborative notes by opening a document, then invite others to join you as you summarize your learning!
Come ready to learn, ready to share, and ready to earn awesomeprizes! Weare excited to work and learn with you!
Please let us know if you have any other questions at all - thanks!