2025 Presentation Proposals

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Current, former and prospective West Virginia High School and Middle School esports coaches convene to discuss starting, funding, and coaching esports teams at the scholastic level. The presentation will begin with league founder Chase Jarrell, and will feature extensive Q&A and discussion.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
April 23, 2025
Chase Jarrell
Social Studies Educator/Esports Head Coach/Founder of WVSEL
Ravenswood High School/West Virginia Scholastic Esports League
First Name
  • Gerad
  • Ethan
  • Abbigale
Last Name
  • Hunter
  • Hayes
  • Wells
Job Title
  • Technology Systems Specialist/Esports Head Coach
  • Esports Head Coach
  • Science Educator/Esports Head Coach
Organization
  • Jackson County Schools/WVSEL
  • West Virginia Wesleyan College/WVSEL
  • Brooke High School/WVSEL

Microcredentials and Open Learning WV offer flexible, affordable pathways through stackable micro-credentials and open educational resources. This session explores how these initiatives help West Virginia meet workforce needs, support learners, and advance the state’s credential attainment goals.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
April 28, 2025
Beez Schell
Academic Officer
WV Higher Education Policy Commission
First Name
  • Chris
Last Name
  • Rasmussen
Job Title
  • Vice Chancellor
Organization
  • WVHEPC

This presentation delves into the practical realities of implementing new edtech in higher education. It moves beyond theoretical discussions to address the everyday challenges and opportunities encountered and will explore key aspects of successful edtech implementation.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
April 29, 2025
Merilee Madera
Director, Center for Teaching, Learning, and Online Education
West Liberty University

Discover 20+ Google tips and tricks to boost productivity, streamline classroom tasks, and engage students. This fast-paced, hands-on session is packed with ready-to-use tools that help social studies teachers work smarter, not harder.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation and Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
April 30, 2025
Erik Kormos
Associate Professor of Educational and Assistive Technologies
Ashland University

In May of 2025 BridgeValley requested the Argos X interface be turned on. This presentation will go over the roll out of Argos X to the campus.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 12, 2025
James Fauver
Chief Student Systems Officer/Institutional Research
BridgeValley CTC

For West Virginia educators, Imagine Learning presents a robust solution with Edgenuity to address credit recovery challenges, support diverse learners, and enhance educational outcomes through personalized, flexible, and data-informed instruction.

Session Category:
Vendor Technology and Innovation Showcase
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 19, 2025
Tonya Samuels
Regional Director
Imagine Learning

AI in K-12 equips educators with AI tools to streamline lesson planning and feedback, fostering equitable learning. Interactive activities highlight AI’s efficiency. A shared drive with digital materials ensures adoption, empowering teachers to enhance student outcomes in PK12 settings..

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 27, 2025
Pearce Dietrich
Social Studies Teacher
Vantage Career Center

This engaging session teaches public sector pros how to install three habits that eliminate burnout, reclaim time, and maximize productivity—before the day gets away. It’s about upgrading the people behind the tech.

Session Category:
Government and Non-Profit Organizations Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 28, 2025
Jarvis Leverson
Founder & Peak Performance Coach
The Morning Hero

Experience research-backed strategies for vocabulary instruction using free educational technology options. Participate in hands-on demos of AI-powered tools, interactive flashcard sites, & gamified learning that transforms how students engage with, enjoy, and master vocabulary across all subjects.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 29, 2025
Becky Osterfeld
Instructional Coach
Beavercreek City Schools, Beavercreek OH

Step into our time machine to journey with us to visit outdated ways of learning and bring them up-to-speed via the Technology Integration Matrix. Experience multiple ways of utilizing technology to help students build critical thinking, communication, creativity, and collaboration skills.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 30, 2025
Tiffany Clemins
Instructional Technology Coach
Morgan County Board of Education
First Name
  • Becky
Last Name
  • Osterfeld
Job Title
  • Instructional Coach
Organization
  • Beavercreek City Schools

This presentation explores mental mapping, showcasing cognitive maps, examples, and principles shared by components like accounts and addresses. It uses Citizens Bank to link physical and mental maps, applying abstract design to create consistent experiences across products.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 30, 2025
Robert Santosuosso
Senior Ux Desighner
Citizens Bank

In this session, learn how to Build wealth on any salary or contract structure, Optimize your income with tax-smart strategies, and Simplify investing without needing a financial background. OptaFinancial.com

Session Category:
Finance
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 30, 2025
Freddie Rappina
Wealth Advisor
Opta Financial

This session is designed to be an open AI conversation. We will explore some of its history, and current applications of AI in life and education. Ethical concerns will also be discussed as we talk about integration of AI into our curriculum. and ways to enhance learning.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
May 30, 2025
Kandas Queen
Associate Professor of Business, Director of RBA Program
Glenville State University

Discover science-backed tools to reduce stress, improve focus, and lead effectively—without burning out. This session blends Positive Intelligence® techniques with real-world experience to help professionals thrive under pressure and perform at their best.

Session Category:
Professional Development & Workplace Wellness
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 3, 2025
Ivette Flower
Executive Coach Specializing in Team Development
iFlower Solutions

Computer Science Education in elementary school is crucial for fostering a generation of creative, critical thinkers prepared for the digital world. We will focus on
how CS Education is integrated in K-5 classrooms, and how CodeWV can support K-5 educators with free workshops and curriculum.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 6, 2025
Nellie Cottle
Technology Integration Specialist
Monroe County Schools and CodeWV
First Name
  • Janalee
Last Name
  • Thorn
Job Title
  • Recruiter
Organization
  • CodeWV

Discover science-backed tools to reduce stress, improve focus, and lead effectively—without burning out. This session blends Positive Intelligence® techniques with real-world experience to help professionals thrive under pressure and perform at their best.

Session Category:
Professional Development & Workplace Wellness
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 6, 2025
Ivette Flower
Leadership and Performance Coach
iFlower Solutions

This presentation will offer a look into the data of the current state of CS education in WV. We will examine the need for CS Education in WV and how we (CodeWV) can help expand Computer Science in k-12 WV Schools. Special focus will be given to middle and secondary education.

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 10, 2025
Janalee Thorn
Recruiter
CodeWV
First Name
  • Nellie
Last Name
  • Cottle
Job Title
  • Technology Integration Specialist
Organization
  • Peterstown K-8 Monroe County WV

Join the Fairmont State Center for Teaching & Learning Innovation as we discuss the pitfalls and successes we encountered while planning and implementing the phased rollout of a new learning management system.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 11, 2025
Malinda Blevins
Instructional Designer
Fairmont State University
First Name
  • Victoria
Last Name
  • Maher
Job Title
  • Instructional Designer
Organization
  • Fairmont State University

Gaggle Safety Management - Protect your students and ensure their well-being with the most proactive tool in digital student safety.
Gaggle Therapy - Students need access to ongoing mental health support now more than ever.
Reach Out - Connecting students to live crisis counselors 24/7 .

Session Category:
K-12 Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 12, 2025
Brenda Bushell
Director of K-12 Partnerships
Gaggle

Join Shereen Thor on a journey to uncover the secrets of workplace happiness, drawing on Yale's renowned techniques. Embrace a leadership mindset towards well-being and discover how investing in happiness can benefit both individuals and organizations. Perfect for professionals and leaders.

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 13, 2025
Shereen Thor
Keynote Speaker // Bestselling Author // Executive Coach
THOR INTERNATIONAL INC

Educators and education leaders spend their careers empowering others — yet too often, they receive little guidance on building financial security and freedom for themselves. In this session, Freddie will share practical wealth-building strategies and the mindsets that drive long-term success.

Session Category:
Other: Financial advise applicable to all
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 13, 2025
Frederick Rappina
Wealth Manager
Opta Financial

TBD

Session Category:
Higher Education Technology and Innovation
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 17, 2025
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D2L Presenter
D2L
First Name
  • Alana
  • Harmony
Last Name
  • Greene
  • Garletts

TBD

Session Category:
Vendor Technology and Innovation Showcase
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 17, 2025
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D2L Presenter
D2L
First Name
  • Alana
  • Harmony
Last Name
  • Greene
  • Garletts
Job Title
  • Client Services Manager
Organization
  • D2L
  • WVNET

TBD

Session Category:
Vendor Technology and Innovation Showcase
Unapproved
Date Submitted:
June 17, 2025
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D2L Placeholder 3
D2L
First Name
  • Alana
  • Harmony
Last Name
  • Greene
  • Garletts
Job Title
  • Client Services Manager
Organization
  • D2L
  • WVNET