UCET 2025: Full Schedule

10:15am MST

Challenge yourself with PCBL

Tuesday February 25, 2025 10:15am - 12:30pm MST

Room 155 G

Explore the world of PCBL in Ogden by discussing monthly challenges, incentives, professional learning events, evidence-based practices, and teacher ambassadors to support growth through mentorship. This poster will feature resources targeting monthly themes and challenges as well as how to scale PCBL district-wide through consistent professional learning.

Speakers

Hillary Stacey

District PCBL Specialist and OTECH High Instructional Coach, Ogden School District

UCET presentation 2022, UCET presentation 2023, Aurora Institute Symposium Presentation 2024, Google Certified Trainer, Nearpod Certified Educator, Modern Classrooms Certified Educator, USBE PCBL Advisory Committee, USBE PCBL Review Committee, District PCBL leadership (4 years), English... Read More →

Tuesday February 25, 2025 10:15am - 12:30pm MST
Room 155 G

Poster (Table style presentation; 60-120 minutes), Intermediate

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience School/District Administrators, Secondary Teachers, Technology Coaches/Specialists
Skill Level Intermediate

10:15am MST

Learning At My Own Pace: Using Canvas to Build a Self-Paced Classroom

Tuesday February 25, 2025 10:15am - Wednesday February 26, 2025 4:15pm MST

Virtual A

Is the thought of differentiating and self-pacing your lessons for multiple periods of 40-plus students overwhelming? Does it seem impossible? With Canvas, you can turn your classroom into a self-paced space where you can meet the needs of both advanced students and students who need extra support. Learn how to leverage technology to set up your class so your students can have voice and choice in their learning, including pacing. This structure builds in mastery checks, so you can ensure all your students can learn whatever content you teach.

Speakers

Stephanie Quinlan

Digital Learning Specialist, Salt Lake City School District

I do professional developments on this in my district; I did a TedXSLCSD talk on this; it's kinda my jam.

Tuesday February 25, 2025 10:15am - Wednesday February 26, 2025 4:15pm MST
Virtual A

Pre-Recorded Session (Pre-Recorded Virtual Session; 60 minutes), Intermediate

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience Secondary Teachers, School/District Administrators, Technology Coaches/Specialists
Skill Level Intermediate

10:15am MST

Reignite Passion: Embracing Technology and Learner Agency

Wednesday February 26, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST

Room 355 D

Reignite your passion for teaching by embracing technology and empowering students to take control of their learning journey. This session will show you how to break down barriers with customized learning experiences tailored to each student’s unique needs, ensuring success regardless of learning style, background, or ability. We’ll explore how AI and live data can help close achievement gaps while ensuring equitable access for all, fostering an inclusive school environment. This isn’t about teaching to the test—it’s about connecting learning to actual students. We’ll dive into how personalized learning allows teachers to meet students where they are, whether they’re passionate about coding, poetry, or even TikTok dances (yes, it counts!). With real-time data, educators can adjust lessons to match students’ interests and strengths, moving beyond one-size-fits-all worksheets to create custom learning experiences that make students feel seen and supported. Get ready to empower students by giving them control of their learning. This session emphasizes student agency, encouraging kids to take charge of their own learning journeys. No more passive students staring at the front of the classroom. Instead, personalized tools and AI enable students to set their own goals, choose their learning paths, and take ownership of their education. Teachers become guides, fostering an environment where failure is a stepping stone to growth, and students are encouraged to ask questions, push boundaries, and think critically. When you ignite student agency, they don’t just learn—they thrive. 🔥

Speakers

Nicki Slaugh

Principal/Author, Quest Academy Technology Charter

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1s-yYlkqyBBeSGCtfHUgGek2JQ2uTOCFy/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100362833456155818711&rtpof=true&sd=true

Wednesday February 26, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am MST
Room 355 D

Traditional Presentation (60 minutes), Beginning

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience School/District Administrators, Secondary Teachers
Skill Level Beginning

11:30am MST

Sheets Just Got Real: Personalizing Instruction Using Google Sheets

Wednesday February 26, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST

Room 355 D

Google services, including Google Forms, are used by MANY schools across Utah as both a formative and summative assessment tool. However, Google Forms can quickly become overwhelming when asking DOK 3 and 4 level questions with 100+ responses to then read through grade. This is where the wonder of Google Sheets comes into play! This interactive session will teach educators how to utilize Google Sheets to analyze data quickly and provide targeted instruction to individual or small groups of students.

Speakers

Sven Livingston

8th/9th Grade Teacher, Quest Academy Jr. High Charter School

I presented at the UAPCS Charter School Conference in 2022. Quest Academy, named one of seven Model Schools by the Center of Model Schools, offers tours to district leaders, principals, teachers, and state level educational representatives from across the nation. I have provided professional... Read More →

Wednesday February 26, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm MST
Room 355 D

Maker Session (Table Bring Your Own Device Session; 60-120 minutes), Beginning

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience Elementary Teachers, Higher Ed/Post-Secondary, Paraprofessionals, Secondary Teachers, Technology Coaches/Specialists
Skill Level Beginning

12:45pm MST

Ignite the Innovative

Wednesday February 26, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST

Room 355 D

Personalized, Competency-based learning creates experiences for learners that empower voice and lifelong learning attributes and engagement. This session will ignite the passion needed in leadership and educators at all levels to know why and how to start the process and what it takes to help a learner thrive.

Speakers

Hillary Stacey

District PCBL Specialist and OTECH High Instructional Coach, Ogden School District

Wednesday February 26, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm MST
Room 355 D

UTedchat (Short, Intermediate | passionate topics; 10-15 minutes), Intermediate

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience Elementary Teachers, Higher Ed/Post-Secondary, School/District Administrators, Secondary Teachers, Technology Coaches/Specialists
Skill Level Intermediate

2:00pm MST

Navigating the Shift the Student-Centered Learning

Wednesday February 26, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST

Room 355 D

Through a combination of interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, participants will learn how to create a student-centered classroom environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to begin to implement student-led learning in their own classrooms.

Speakers

Jared Fawson

Student Centered Learning Supervisor, Davis School District

Jared teaches, guides, consults, and helps educators of any level effectively personalize their lessons in the classroom. He has used his expertise to present at many schools and districts across the state of Utah. Prior to his current role with Davis district, Jared was Canvas product... Read More →

Lori Warden

Student-Centered Learning Supervisor, Davis School District

Wednesday February 26, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MST
Room 355 D

Traditional Presentation (60 minutes), Beginning

Strand Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)
Audience Elementary Teachers, School/District Administrators, Secondary Teachers, Technology Coaches/Specialists
Skill Level Beginning

3:15pm MST

Utah Microcredentials: Earning Credits, Endorsements, and APPEL Competencies Through Self-Directed Learning

Wednesday February 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MST

Room 355 D

This session will explain what Utah Microcredentials are, how to earn them, and why you want them. We’ll also highlight APPEL, Ed Tech Endorsement, and CTE Endorsement microcredentials. At the end of the session, we’ll help you start earning your first microcredential! Each Utah Microcredential is worth 0.5 USBE credits. Educators are self-directed learners who continually develop new skills and find innovative ways to improve their practice. The Utah Microcredentials System recognizes this and provides educators with an opportunity to earn USBE credits for this self-directed professional learning. Additionally, you can now use microcredentials to earn USBE teaching endorsements! APPEL teachers can also use microcredentials to fulfill their competencies! Utah educators can demonstrate these competencies with microcredentials as an alternative to taking courses. A microcredential, also known as a badge, is a digital form of certification. It represents an educator’s demonstration of effective and consistent use of the target skill or concept as a part of instructional practice. Any educator in Utah’s public education system can earn Utah Microcredentials, including classroom teachers, instructional coaches, counselors, administrators, etc. Earning a microcredential provides the educator with three things: visible recognition of demonstrated competency, leadership opportunities, and USBE credit.

Speakers