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DCSD Technology Bootcamp 2026
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Thursday, August 13
 

8:00am CDT

Google Arts & Cultures
Thursday August 13, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Room 233
Google Arts & Culture is a non-commercial initiative. Google works with cultural institutions and artists around the world. Together, Google’s mission is to preserve and bring the world’s art and culture online so it’s accessible to anyone, anywhere. In this session will explore the different tools in Google Art's and Culture to explore art and places around the world. 

Google Arts and Culture 
Presenters
avatar for Noel Hansen

Noel Hansen

Technology Innovator, Hayes Elementary School, Blue Grass Elementary, Walcott K-8
avatar for Sarah Nelson

Sarah Nelson

Technology Innovator, Fillmore Elementary, Jefferson Elementary, Children's Villages
Hi I am Sarah Nelson and I have been teaching for 21 years with ten in Davenport. I have taught grades PS-7th grade and worked as a building coach and currently am a technology innovator. For the 2025-2026 school year I will be working at Children's Village West, Jefferson and Madison... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Room 233

8:00am CDT

Practice Sets in Google Classroom
Thursday August 13, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Room 210
Create interactive worksheets right within Google Classroom! Practice sets can include multiple response options, import your Google Form quizzes, create hints and resources for students, and share with colleagues. Come see how you can utilize Practice Sets as formative assignments or outside classroom practice.

Link to Presentation
Presenters
avatar for Alex Lenstra

Alex Lenstra

Technology Innovator- Buffalo, McKinley, Wilson
Hello! This is my 13th year as an educator, all with DCSD. This will be my second year as a Tech Innovator, supporting Buffalo, McKinley and Wilson. I've worked at Sudlow and North as an English Language Arts teacher, supporting grades 6-12 and classes ranging from reading intervention... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Room 210

9:00am CDT

A World Without Worksheets: Transforming Your PDFs with Kami
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 208
Kami is a PDF editor and so much more. Learn how to create a material from scratch or edit an existing material within Kami for you to use yourself or assign to students.

Presentation
Presenters
avatar for Tiffany Lotz

Tiffany Lotz

Technology Innovator, Adams Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Wilson Elementary
My name is Tiffany Lotz, and I serve as a Technology Innovator for the Davenport Community School District. In this role, which I’ve proudly held for the past four years, I support educators in integrating technology tools effectively and efficiently into their teaching practices... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 208

9:00am CDT

Efficient Tech Tips for Teachers, the Rich, and the Famous
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 231
Quick tips to become more efficient with Tech you use every day.
Tech Tips Slides
Presenters
SM

Scott Moore

Technology Innovator, North High School, Mid City High School
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 231

9:00am CDT

Intro to NotebookLM
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 228
Discover how NotebookLM can revolutionize your teaching! This session will introduce you to this powerful AI tool that can transform lesson planning, curriculum development, and student support.
Presenters
avatar for Dan Pepper

Dan Pepper

Technology Innovator, Wood and Smart Middle Schools
Hi, I’m Dan Pepper, and I’m starting my 15th year with Davenport Community Schools. I began my career as a middle school choir director at Sudlow, a role I loved until 2020, when I transitioned into my current position as a Technology Innovator. The shift from music to tech was... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Room 228

10:00am CDT

Flip Your Classroom with Flippity: Easy Interactive Activities
Thursday August 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Room 208
Flippity is a series of web apps that can easily turn a Google Spreadsheet into a set of online Flashcards, quiz show, name generator
Presenters
avatar for Tiffany Lotz

Tiffany Lotz

Technology Innovator, Adams Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Wilson Elementary
My name is Tiffany Lotz, and I serve as a Technology Innovator for the Davenport Community School District. In this role, which I’ve proudly held for the past four years, I support educators in integrating technology tools effectively and efficiently into their teaching practices... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Room 208

10:00am CDT

Microsoft 365
Thursday August 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Room 235

Presenters
LB
Thursday August 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Room 235

11:00am CDT

Do More with your Mimio
Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 236
Do you have a Mimio Panel in your room that perhaps didn't get as much use last school year as you hoped? Come to this session to see how you might transition to the Android side of the Mimio panel with a few tips and tricks.

Slides
Presenters
LB
Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 236

11:00am CDT

Introduction to Google Vids: A video editing tool
Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 229
Discover Google’s built-in video capturing tool, available to both staff and students through their Google accounts. This session will introduce Google Vids as a user-friendly alternative to tools like Screencastify and Screencast on Chrome tablets. Participants will learn what sets Google Vids apart from traditional video editors and explore its core features for creating and sharing videos with ease.

Click here for the Slide Deck for Intro to Google Vids!

Presenters
avatar for Dan Pepper

Dan Pepper

Technology Innovator, Wood and Smart Middle Schools
Hi, I’m Dan Pepper, and I’m starting my 15th year with Davenport Community Schools. I began my career as a middle school choir director at Sudlow, a role I loved until 2020, when I transitioned into my current position as a Technology Innovator. The shift from music to tech was... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 229

11:00am CDT

Nonfiction Article Resources
Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 230
Reading nonfiction texts is a great activity for any classroom in any content area at any level. This session will cover several websites where both elementary and secondary teachers can go to find interesting articles, additional teaching resources, and other ways to engage kids with nonfiction texts.

Link to Slideshow
Presenters
SE

Sarah Ebener

Technology Innovator, Central High School

Thursday August 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 230

12:00pm CDT

Early Finishers? Find ways to add technology to CKLA
Thursday August 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Room 209
We have been using CKLA for our core ELA. Are you ready to take it to the next level? There are so many ways you can add technology to support your core curriculum. Learn how to provide opportunities for extensions and making connections in grades K-5 CKLA lessons. You will leave with a sample of ideas and how you can use it in your classroom. 

Slides:
bit.ly/NelsonPD24
Presenters
avatar for Sarah Nelson

Sarah Nelson

Technology Innovator, Fillmore Elementary, Jefferson Elementary, Children's Villages
Hi I am Sarah Nelson and I have been teaching for 21 years with ten in Davenport. I have taught grades PS-7th grade and worked as a building coach and currently am a technology innovator. For the 2025-2026 school year I will be working at Children's Village West, Jefferson and Madison... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Room 209

12:00pm CDT

Google Teachable Machine
Thursday August 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Room 231
Ever wondered how to teach a computer to recognize your cat, your favorite song, or even your hand gestures? Today, we'll dive into the world of machine learning without the complex code. Teachable Machine is our friendly guide, allowing us to create machine learning models with just a few clicks. Let's explore how this incredible tool can turn your ideas into interactive projects by testing it out and creating one during this session!

Teachable Machine Slides 
Presenters
avatar for Noel Hansen

Noel Hansen

Technology Innovator, Hayes Elementary School, Blue Grass Elementary, Walcott K-8
SM

Scott Moore

Technology Innovator, North High School, Mid City High School
Thursday August 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Room 231

1:00pm CDT

Screencastify Vs Alternatives
Thursday August 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 231
Screencastify has been a popular choice for creating quick and easy screen recordings, but its new trial limitations can be frustrating. In this session, we'll explore some effective alternatives to Screencastify. We'll delve into options specifically designed for Chromebooks and highlight the expanding capabilities of the Microsoft Snipping Tool for video capture. By the end of this session, you'll discover new tools to streamline your screen recording process.

Screencastify  Vs Alternatives

Presenters
avatar for Noel Hansen

Noel Hansen

Technology Innovator, Hayes Elementary School, Blue Grass Elementary, Walcott K-8
SM

Scott Moore

Technology Innovator, North High School, Mid City High School
Thursday August 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 231

2:00pm CDT

Ctrl+Shift+Success: Keyboard Shortcuts for Busy Teachers
Thursday August 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Room 208
Tired of repetitive computer tasks eating up your time? This session is a fast-paced boot camp for teachers looking to work smarter, not harder. You'll learn essential keyboard shortcuts to streamline your digital workflow, from writing and editing documents to managing your browser and navigating your computer. This is an interactive session, so you'll practice these shortcuts in real-time. Leave with a tool belt of useful shortcuts and the skills to get back to what matters most: your students.

Presentation
Presenters
avatar for Tiffany Lotz

Tiffany Lotz

Technology Innovator, Adams Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Wilson Elementary
My name is Tiffany Lotz, and I serve as a Technology Innovator for the Davenport Community School District. In this role, which I’ve proudly held for the past four years, I support educators in integrating technology tools effectively and efficiently into their teaching practices... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Room 208

2:00pm CDT

LanSchool Air: Chromebook Management Tool
Thursday August 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Room 230
In this session on LanSchool Air we learn how this powerful Chromebook device management tool can enhance student engagement, streamline teaching processes, and improve classroom control through understanding the tools available within the program.

Click here for LanSchool Air Slide Deck
Presenters
avatar for Dan Pepper

Dan Pepper

Technology Innovator, Wood and Smart Middle Schools
Hi, I’m Dan Pepper, and I’m starting my 15th year with Davenport Community Schools. I began my career as a middle school choir director at Sudlow, a role I loved until 2020, when I transitioned into my current position as a Technology Innovator. The shift from music to tech was... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Room 230

3:00pm CDT

Adobe Express
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 234

Presenters
LB
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 234

3:00pm CDT

DCSD Extensions
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 230
Explore an extensive compilation showcasing the variety of DCSD Extensions within our reach. Delve into the intriguing functionality behind those mysterious 'puzzle pieces' and gain a deeper understanding of their significance. Uncover a wealth of knowledge at this enlightening session!

Link to Slideshow
Presenters
SE

Sarah Ebener

Technology Innovator, Central High School

Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 230

3:00pm CDT

Flying with M365 Co-Pilot
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 225
Curious about Microsoft 365 Copilot - Microsoft's Generative AI tool? The only DCSD Approved GenAI tool? In this session, we’ll explore what it is, how to use the Copilot app, tips for writing great prompts, and ways it can support your classroom.

Click here to access the slide deck for Flying with M365's Copilot!
Presenters
avatar for Dan Pepper

Dan Pepper

Technology Innovator, Wood and Smart Middle Schools
Hi, I’m Dan Pepper, and I’m starting my 15th year with Davenport Community Schools. I began my career as a middle school choir director at Sudlow, a role I loved until 2020, when I transitioned into my current position as a Technology Innovator. The shift from music to tech was... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 225

3:00pm CDT

The Magic Mail Merge: Streamlining Your Workflow with Autocrat
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 208
Tired of manually creating certificates, progress reports, and personalized feedback for your students? This hands-on session will introduce you to Autocrat, a powerful and free Google Sheets add-on that automates the generation of custom documents. Learn how to create a template with merge tags, connect it to your student data in a Google Sheet, and automatically produce and email a batch of personalized files. Discover how to streamline repetitive tasks, save valuable time, and enhance communication with students and parents. Leave with the skills to implement your own automated workflows and reclaim hours of your day.

Presentation
Presenters
avatar for Tiffany Lotz

Tiffany Lotz

Technology Innovator, Adams Elementary, Jackson Elementary, Wilson Elementary
My name is Tiffany Lotz, and I serve as a Technology Innovator for the Davenport Community School District. In this role, which I’ve proudly held for the past four years, I support educators in integrating technology tools effectively and efficiently into their teaching practices... Read More →
Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 208
 

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