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SUMMARY:Canned NCSIS Reports
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information\, attendance\, behavior\, census\, grading\, scheduling\, and fees—and learn how to access\, generate\, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 6\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Common Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve\, filter\, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick\, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 9\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:End Enrollments
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates\, end actions\, and local end statuses\, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 12\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students\, manage transfers\, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices\, required documentation\, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 7\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters\, Walk-In Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters\, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how these tools work together to support efficient scheduling\, accurate rostering\, and flexible student placement. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 5\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Modifying Households
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus\, including viewing\, verifying\, and modifying household memberships\, relationships\, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues\, such as missing guardians\, duplicate households\, and incomplete addresses\, using system tools and validation reports to ensure accurate and reliable records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 3\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b9d2405090e8c8cec9a5549ffacea5c4
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SUMMARY:Start of School
DESCRIPTION:This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup\, student enrollment\, scheduling and roster management\, no-show procedures\, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 4\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Campus Workflow (Attendance)
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview of the Attendance Workflow in Infinite Campus\, focusing on how schools can efficiently track and manage student attendance using scanning tools and automated processes. Participants will explore key features such as Check In/Out\, kiosks\, teacher and classroom scanners\, badge design\, and absence request management. The course also highlights essential setup configurations\, including scanner settings\, attendance thresholds\, and parent portal integration. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER\, SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 14\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:(Workshop) The Instructional Sweet Spot: A Power Trio That Drives Student Growth
DESCRIPTION:Ready to hit the instructional sweet spot? In this hands-on\, high-energy session\, we will dive into the power trio. Differentiation\, formative assessment\, and feedback. You will experience simple\, classroom-ready strategies that help you respond to student needs in real time\, not after the lesson is over. Better yet\, you will build your own tools during the session\, including quick-check assessments\, feedback routines\, and differentiation moves you can use immediately. Come ready to think\, create\, and leave with resources you will actually use.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 17\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
DESCRIPTION:In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content\, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session\, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond\, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards\, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for helping students turn the world around them into powerful\, standards-connected learning experiences.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 24\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Shortcut: Designing Rigorous Learning That Students Actually Want to Do
DESCRIPTION:Tired of “checked out” students who refuse to work\, students looking for AI shortcuts\, or activities that feel busy but lack deep learning? You aren’t alone! Come to this high-energy\, "educator-as-student" session where we consider what rigor actually looks like— accessible but challenging tasks for ALL learners. We will dive into high-yield strategies that move students from "doing the work" to "loving the learning." The session includes time for you to “Choose your own adventure”\, selecting a high-impact strategy to use in your own context. Options will be given that incorporate AI as well as options that do not. Whether you want to leverage technology to facilitate personalized voice and choice\, design AI-resistant tasks\, or you just need some “use tomorrow” quick instructional wins\, you'll leave with a practical idea for your own context. Come discover how to take rigor\, engagement\, and personalization to deliver up some high-impact learning!
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 32\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
DESCRIPTION:What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious\, most distracted\, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — a high-energy\, hands-on immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this festival-style session\, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. Two dynamic stages. Two transformative tools. Virtual Reality drops you into places words simply can't reach. AI-powered vibe coding puts the creative power of technology directly in your hands. The catch? Every moment is designed from the inside out — felt before it's analyzed\, experienced before it's taught. You’ll leave BOLDchella with more than inspiration. You’ll walk away with a mindset shift that puts the student experience at the center of every instructional decision you make.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 27\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
DESCRIPTION:As AI tools become more common in classrooms\, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic\, multimedia projects that promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry\, problem-solving\, and meaningful engagement while leveraging technology as a tool for learning rather than a shortcut.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 25\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested\, engaged\, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles\, riddles\, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants will then begin creating an escape to use with their students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 28\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
DESCRIPTION:Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning\, collaboration\, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:From Checked Out to All In
DESCRIPTION:How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session\, explore six simple\, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical\, realistic\, and ready for day one.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 29\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI\, Not Instead of AI
DESCRIPTION:This session would be for more advanced users of AI who want to take the next step. We are asking AI questions\, but how can we really get AI to think with us?! In this fast-paced\, hands-on session\, participants will step into the Prompt Lab to reverse engineer AI outputs\, experiment with advanced prompting strategies\, and uncover how context\, rationale\, and reusable prompt frameworks dramatically improve results. Through engaging challenges and Project Zero–inspired thinking routines\, educators will analyze AI-generated artifacts\, reconstruct the prompts that produced them\, and discover practical strategies they can use immediately in their classrooms. Expect energy\, laughter\, and plenty of “wait… AI can do THAT?!” moments as we explore how to move beyond basic prompting and start using AI as a thinking partner—not a shortcut. Educators will leave with ready-to-use prompt structures\, deeper AI literacy\, and the confidence to help students use AI responsibly\, creatively\, and thoughtfully.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 23\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Infinite Campus Unlocked: Leveraging Teacher Reports
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will focus on how to access and create reports to support instruction and student achievement. You will learn how to generate reports to meet your classroom needs and explore resources to help you customize Infinite Campus reports.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 15\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Level up your Gradebook: Tools in Infinite Campus
DESCRIPTION:Take your Infinite Campus Gradebook skills to the next level! This session goes beyond simply adding assignments\, helping teachers explore tools to streamline grading\, analyze student performance\, and customize their gradebook for efficiency. Learn how to utilize features like section groups\, categories\, score analysis\, student groups\, and more to enhance feedback and student tracking. Whether you're looking to save time or gain deeper insights into student progress\, this session will equip you with the knowledge to maximize the potential of your Gradebook.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 16\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
DESCRIPTION:Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session\, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments\, allowing for an authentic\, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research\, express ideas\, and strengthen literacy skills (reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening) while engaging in critical thinking and inquiry. Podcasting and adiograms are adaptable for diverse learners\, including students with disabilities and ELLs\, and can thoughtfully incorporate generative AI to support brainstorming\, scripting\, and refining ideas. Session participants will will have an opportunity to start creating their own mini-podcast or audiogram\, experiencing a fun\, engaging\, and supportive learning experience that can spark new interests and open the door to creative possibilities for students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 30\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Revised for IMPACT: The Next Chapter for NC School Libraries
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina’s updated School Library Guidelines are here—celebrating the evolving role of school libraries as student-centered spaces for literacy\, inquiry\, and growth. Join us for a first look at how the revised guidelines position school libraries as essential learning hubs where curiosity is encouraged\, readers are nurtured\, and students build the skills to think critically and engage responsibly with information. Explore what’s new\, what’s been clarified\, and how the guidelines can support stronger programs and meaningful learning experiences in schools and districts across North Carolina.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 19\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Schoolnet Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Discover the simplified foundations of Schoolnet in this interactive session designed to help teachers confidently navigate the platform. Participants will explore item banks\, learn how to create assessments with ease\, and practice scheduling assessments to support effective classroom instruction.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 34\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on\, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session\, we will explore two powerful\, free tools from Google: Gemini\, your creative brainstorming partner\, and NotebookLM\, your personalized research assistant. You’ll learn how to "ground" AI in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOS) to generate standards-aligned hooks\, activities\, and rubrics in seconds.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 22\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5b991cfa1255a2e005de4f9f9e3a82ed
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SUMMARY:Your School Culture Coach: Leveraging the TWCS to Improve School Culture
DESCRIPTION:Now that you have the latest results of your Teacher Working Conditions Survey\, it is time to unpack that data to improve your school culture. In this session we will analyze your TWCS results\, identify strengths & weaknesses\, and use A.I. to offer suggestions on how to improve teacher perception and create a strong school culture where staff want to be.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 20\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b6ee65cba96ec76198e15c4be6f25501
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SUMMARY:(Workshop) NCEES Simplified: Managing the Professional Learning Interface for Office Administrators
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to support NCEES Professional Learning Office Administrators in effectively managing their local NCEES PD Office. Participants will get an in-depth walkthrough of the NCEES PD interface\, gaining the practical skills needed to efficiently build\, track\, and streamline local professional learning opportunities. Target Audience: NCEES PD OFFICE Administrators
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 33\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/d76952a7062564341886e215ef551857
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SUMMARY:Purpose Over Minutes: Rethinking Screen Use in Modern Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Schools are navigating increasing concerns about student screen time while also recognizing the essential role technology plays in learning. This session explores research-based guidance for creating balanced\, developmentally appropriate screen use practices that support student achievement\, focus\, well-being\, and self-regulation. Participants will examine strategies for active vs. passive screen use\, grade-band expectations\, and practical approaches for building consistent schoolwide expectations that prepare students for a digitally connected world.
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP\, EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 35\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/e3f5d1f3c22734e02c0c89dfdbcb9303
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SUMMARY:How to Build SQL-Based Data Validation Reports (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches participants how to create SQL queries for Infinite Campus Data Validation Reports. Participants will learn how to design and manage validation rules and rule groups to identify data errors\, improve data quality\, and support accurate and reliable reporting. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 11\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Data Validation (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of NCSIS data validation processes with a focus on ensuring accurate and complete data reporting for the school year. Participants will explore key validation reports across areas such as enrollment\, attendance\, scheduling\, grades\, programs\, and discipline\, and learn how to use these tools proactively throughout the year to maintain data integrity. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 1\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/30c85e07c964cf7f12f366cfdca344f4
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SUMMARY:Import/Adding Transcript Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course\, scoring\, and credit information\, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer\, summer\, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 13\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5debffc708b5b0be8d631708566718b9
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SUMMARY:Messenger With Voice
DESCRIPTION:This session introduces Messenger 2.0\, the built-in communication tool within Infinite Campus\, and how it can be leveraged to streamline school-to-home communication. Participants will explore how districts and schools can set up and manage messaging for students\, staff\, and families using real-time data\, customizable groups\, and multiple delivery methods including email\, voice\, and text. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 10\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b265d155da57146453ec43009a482d6d
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DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Program Entry (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a comprehensive overview of how to enter\, manage\, and review student program data within Infinite Campus for North Carolina State and Federal reporting. Participants will learn standardized processes for program entry\, including start and end date requirements\, use of flags\, and handling multiple program records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 2\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/fa7cff57cf1d3228c676b513a9f4c097
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance\, complete daily attendance processing\, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates\, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling\, understanding attendance codes\, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines. By the end of the session\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and workflows needed to maintain accurate and timely attendance records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 8\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ae7d7fdfc57e3d70fc0ea206b64a43a4
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/ae7d7fdfc57e3d70fc0ea206b64a43a4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Payments
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management\, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts\, configure payment methods\, create and manage fund accounts\, and utilize reporting tools such as payment\, deposit\, and fee audit reports. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 13\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ce149cbde1645fdbb7f9bafe6c3f6d14
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/ce149cbde1645fdbb7f9bafe6c3f6d14
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:End of Term Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool\, managing grading windows\, posting and reviewing grades\, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 6\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:93b60ceaf1bf0a942ae9e7ec75a26fd6
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/93b60ceaf1bf0a942ae9e7ec75a26fd6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters\, Walk-In Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters\, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how these tools work together to support efficient scheduling\, accurate rostering\, and flexible student placement. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 5\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:564c246b2ae8e4b095a2d9f450c94714
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/564c246b2ae8e4b095a2d9f450c94714
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Modifying Households
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus\, including viewing\, verifying\, and modifying household memberships\, relationships\, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues\, such as missing guardians\, duplicate households\, and incomplete addresses\, using system tools and validation reports to ensure accurate and reliable records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 3\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:41150cd2a4a8c49a5afaed2ff972e5c0
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/41150cd2a4a8c49a5afaed2ff972e5c0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:OLR Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus\, focusing on how to review applications\, link existing records\, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient\, error-free processing. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 12\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:94f1054196ba4ba0215caa520a8f8b4c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/94f1054196ba4ba0215caa520a8f8b4c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Start of School
DESCRIPTION:This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup\, student enrollment\, scheduling and roster management\, no-show procedures\, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 4\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5d05650972c333bc3e8d015c5d0d3184
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5d05650972c333bc3e8d015c5d0d3184
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Workflow (Hall Pass)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to replace paper hall passes and manual attendance processes with a streamlined digital system using Infinite Campus. This session covers setup\, workflows\, and best practices for managing student movement\, improving data accuracy\, and increasing staff visibility. Ideal for school teams looking to save time\, reduce errors\, and modernize operations. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER\, SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 14\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4a20906010207cdcd850d4c4f7ba5822
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4a20906010207cdcd850d4c4f7ba5822
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:AI Literacy to Fluency for Secondary Teachers
DESCRIPTION:TBD
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 22\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bac89110e1b2edb90f12ac9a3428c47b
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/bac89110e1b2edb90f12ac9a3428c47b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:AI Tools for Differentiation
DESCRIPTION:How do you know which AI tool will be the one to meet your need for differentiation? In this session\, participants will take a tool-by-tool look at four free AI tools. With each tool\, “pro tips” for use\, as well as real world use cases\, will be shared in how this tool can leverage the power of AI to differentiate and/ or personalize learning for students. Time will be provided to experiment with the tool\, and sample prompts will be given as support as participants try out the various AI-powered ideas. Ideas for ML\, EC\, and AIG students will be shared. There are a few ideas that have students using AI\, and these will be for grades 6-12. However\, most of the ideas are from the standpoint of the K-12 educator.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 32\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2f78a3bb41160f38425cf1e4ad5d4278
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/2f78a3bb41160f38425cf1e4ad5d4278
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Basics: Elevating Your LMS Usage in Infinite Campus
DESCRIPTION:Explore all available quiz question types for dynamic assessments and unlock the power of the Curriculum Library to share your resources with district colleagues by creating folders and adding content. We'll also peek at importing/embedding content and the possibilities with LTIs. Share your "Glows" (tips) and "Grows" (suggestions) to help Infinite Campus improve.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 15\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a589aeb3c66420b494f9135322096b2e
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/a589aeb3c66420b494f9135322096b2e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Designing Inclusive Experiences that Empower Every Learner
DESCRIPTION:Some students enter our classrooms already facing barriers. Without realizing it\, are we adding more? In this engaging and eye-opening session\, you will experience the difference access makes through hands-on challenges designed to shift perspective. Explore how small changes in design\, mindset\, and materials can create powerful opportunities for all learners. Discover how stories can build empathy\, spark reflection\, and reveal the untapped potential in every student. Walk away with practical strategies and a renewed lens for creating learning environments where every student feels seen\, supported\, and empowered.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 24\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f01d0c0a2d3bd7e9345288a31551a379
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/f01d0c0a2d3bd7e9345288a31551a379
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Connected by Design → Digital Literacy\, Systems\, and Shared Responsibility
DESCRIPTION:Digital literacy and digital citizenship are required in North Carolina schools but responsibility for this work is often fragmented across roles. Librarians\, digital learning coaches\, technology leaders\, and administrators all play a part\, yet systems\, policies\, and instruction don’t always align. Let’s explore how digital literacy lives at the intersection of instruction\, policy\, and technology systems. We will unpack what NC requires\, how infrastructure shapes access\, and how instruction brings it to life for students. Through real-world scenarios and role-based discussions\, participants will gain practical strategies and a clearer understanding of how to support digital literacy collaboratively across roles.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 19\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:903eab0435bf6d4d5dad8c87c0371608
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/903eab0435bf6d4d5dad8c87c0371608
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:DLMI Focus Group
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this group is to Partner with the field to gather input on DLMI items\, discuss Potential DLMI data-sharing practices\, identify opportunities for enhancement and improvement.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 20\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:42888608192f5c06254822e46f85b27c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/42888608192f5c06254822e46f85b27c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Don’t Judge a Book by Its Pictures: Unlocking Picture Book Power in Secondary Learning
DESCRIPTION:Picture books aren’t just for young readers. They are powerful\, versatile tools for secondary classrooms. This session explores how educators can use picture books to introduce complex themes\, support content standards\, and engage diverse learners. Participants will discover strategies for integrating picture books across subject areas and through teacher–librarian collaborations to enhance learning\, spark critical thinking\, and make content more accessible and meaningful for all students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 30\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1bdbbbef930f0e859f380873c51c141c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/1bdbbbef930f0e859f380873c51c141c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Double Dare you to Engage\, Not Just Sage
DESCRIPTION:Do YOU have the guts? Then step up\, suit up (metaphorically of course... no poncho required)\, and get ready for a high-energy\, no-tech\, slime-free session where you’ll race through a series of brain-friendly\, classroom-ready physical challenges designed to fire up adult learners just like students. Inspired by the wild world of Nickelodeon’s Double Dare\, this session dares you to go beyond sit-and-get and experience professional learning and classroom learning that’s as memorable as a pie to the face (but with less clean-up). You won’t just talk about active learning\, you’ll do it: toss\, write\, move\, shout\, reflect\, and walk away with real strategies you can use in your building tomorrow morning. Each “challenge” is rooted in research-backed learning science. Whether you’re launching a Paper Airplane\, Getting Slimed\, Cootie Catcher- Catch Up\, every move you make is a step closer to winning the final obstacle: PD and learning that actually sticks. You in?I Double Dare You.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 18\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:15b5f7167377a053d192b5fab9a93a17
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/15b5f7167377a053d192b5fab9a93a17
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Houston\, We Have a Toolkit! Inspiring Classrooms with Space Exploration and FREE NASA Resources
DESCRIPTION:Blast off into a hands-on exploration of free NASA resources designed to spark curiosity\, creativity\, and authentic learning across grade levels and content areas. In this interactive session\, participants will take part in a “Choose Your Mission” experience\, selecting from a variety of exploration stations featuring engineering challenges\, citizen science\, multimedia storytelling\, coding connections\, and real-world STEM applications tied to current NASA missions. Educators will leave with classroom-ready ideas\, curated resources\, and practical strategies for creating inquiry-driven learning experiences that engage students through the excitement of space exploration.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 25\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6cf2c2cbeb4e0e118329c81b03d165f8
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/6cf2c2cbeb4e0e118329c81b03d165f8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Little Learners\, Big Thinking: Teaching AI Literacy in K–5
DESCRIPTION:Discover what AI literacy looks like in K–5 classrooms beyond chatbots and screen time. This interactive session explores developmentally appropriate ways to help elementary students think critically about artificial intelligence\, recognize patterns\, question digital content\, and become responsible digital citizens. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and explore practical\, classroom-ready strategies for introducing AI literacy concepts in safe\, meaningful\, and age-appropriate ways.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 27\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f59f09954f5e744c2a5753b5b86dd54f
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/f59f09954f5e744c2a5753b5b86dd54f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Lost in Translation: Accessibility Tech Tools to Support All Learners
DESCRIPTION:Every classroom includes students who need extra support—whether they are multilingual learners\, exceptional children\, or students with accessibility challenges. This session shows you how to use the tools you already have—Canvas\, Safari\, Chrome\, MS PowerPoint\, ChatGPT\, and more—to provide translation\, text-to-speech\, and adaptive access to content. Discover practical strategies to deliver learning in written and spoken formats so students can engage in the way that works best for them. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas that make your teaching more inclusive and help every learner thrive.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 28\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c3be9180a8959b2d88cd3433456e0a3f
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/c3be9180a8959b2d88cd3433456e0a3f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:The Prompt Lab: Reverse Engineering Your AI
DESCRIPTION:This session would be for more advanced users of AI who want to take the next step. We are asking AI questions\, but how can we really get AI to think with us?! In this fast-paced\, hands-on session\, participants will step into the Prompt Lab to reverse engineer AI outputs\, experiment with advanced prompting strategies\, and uncover how context\, rationale\, and reusable prompt frameworks dramatically improve results. Through engaging challenges and Project Zero–inspired thinking routines\, educators will analyze AI-generated artifacts\, reconstruct the prompts that produced them\, and discover practical strategies they can use immediately in their classrooms. Expect energy\, laughter\, and plenty of “wait… AI can do THAT?!” moments as we explore how to move beyond basic prompting and start using AI as a thinking partner—not a shortcut. Educators will leave with ready-to-use prompt structures\, deeper AI literacy\, and the confidence to help students use AI responsibly\, creatively\, and thoughtfully.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 23\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0a767eccf92dabe2c0c15efcbc06cd4f
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/0a767eccf92dabe2c0c15efcbc06cd4f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:The Teacher Effect: Leading Beyond Your Room
DESCRIPTION:Leadership doesn’t require a title. In this interactive session\, participants will explore practical ways to lead through relationships\, consistency\, innovation\, and influence. Walk away with simple strategies to strengthen school culture\, inspire others\, and make a lasting impact every day.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 29\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4a5250461d1bc480737c3bffc4c04c41
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4a5250461d1bc480737c3bffc4c04c41
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:✄ Improving Digital Wellness While Cutting Out the Clutter
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by constant notifications\, endless tabs\, and digital overload? Explore practical\, classroom-ready strategies to improve digital wellness while cutting out the clutter. Learn how to set healthy boundaries with technology\, model mindful tech use for students and others\, and reduce burnout without sacrificing productivity. Walk away with simple tools and ready-to-use ideas to help both you and your students build a more balanced\, intentional relationship with digital devices.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1e2dda7c36ccf0e2bc0863b223950b82
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/1e2dda7c36ccf0e2bc0863b223950b82
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Preparing Students for Social Media and AI in a Digital World
DESCRIPTION:This session explores student-focused micro-credential pathways designed to build digital literacy\, online safety\, AI literacy\, and social-emotional wellness skills aligned to North Carolina House Bill 959. Participants will examine how students develop and demonstrate skills related to responsible social media and AI use\, misinformation detection\, personal security\, ethical technology use\, digital citizenship\, and healthy online behavior through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 35\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7e37b623f85f02cf9f8896a3b5299aa1
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/7e37b623f85f02cf9f8896a3b5299aa1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Turning Data into Action with Schoolnet
DESCRIPTION:Dive into Schoolnet’s powerful data tools as we explore the full range of available reports and what they reveal about student learning. In this session\, teachers will learn how to interpret data effectively and use insights from reports to make informed instructional decisions that drive student success.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 34\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4167d4a50eb8e208d674e04ab4bba2bc
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4167d4a50eb8e208d674e04ab4bba2bc
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Infinite Campus: Navigation and Reports for Admins
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide administrators through some basic navigation tips and generating and utilizing key reports. Learn how to efficiently access\, customize\, and analyze reports to support school operations\, compliance\, and student success. This session will also share information about tools other staff in your building will be using as well as utilizing the WriteBack extension with Educator’s Handbook. How to access LMS content as an admin\, Contact log
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 16\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:229e96803735b16144a5c303d0a8d1fb
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/229e96803735b16144a5c303d0a8d1fb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Advanced Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on increasing advanced ad hoc reporting skills. Advanced users will explore best practices in utilizing NCSIS ad hoc reporting tools for efficient data retrieval\, filtering\, and building customizable reports to support strategic decisions and dynamic\, real-time data needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 9\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c2909c2efb1e54ff03118382576bfe15
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/c2909c2efb1e54ff03118382576bfe15
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance Letter Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3\, 6\, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up\, generate\, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely\, accurate\, and consistent communication with parents and guardians. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 7\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9a72ee91aadc9b20ac4c1a4f18a9c3ba
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/9a72ee91aadc9b20ac4c1a4f18a9c3ba
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T140000Z
DTEND:20260721T145500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Analytics (Early Warning and Insights)
DESCRIPTION:This course equips educators\, administrators\, and data teams with the skills to proactively identify and support at-risk students using Infinite Campus Analytics. Participants will learn how to leverage Early Warning indicators and actionable insights to drive timely interventions\, improve student outcomes\, and strengthen data-informed decision-making across their organization. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 10\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:304c17d16c7cfb8b789dfa2afe2d10f1
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/304c17d16c7cfb8b789dfa2afe2d10f1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance\, complete daily attendance processing\, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates\, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling\, understanding attendance codes\, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines. By the end of the session\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and workflows needed to maintain accurate and timely attendance records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 8\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f07680358c0b8459f46cf3dec3325f8a
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/f07680358c0b8459f46cf3dec3325f8a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance Letter Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3\, 6\, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up\, generate\, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely\, accurate\, and consistent communication with parents and guardians. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 5\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9e7617fa2993ecc40c8aa6b889da30a4
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/9e7617fa2993ecc40c8aa6b889da30a4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Payments
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management\, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts\, configure payment methods\, create and manage fund accounts\, and utilize reporting tools such as payment\, deposit\, and fee audit reports. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 13\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/29b7e0b1ec874e4ca5a1209f5d0798f9
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:End Enrollments
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates\, end actions\, and local end statuses\, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 11\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/bc2e552f2e8a3b8467eae16a7c577957
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students\, manage transfers\, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices\, required documentation\, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 7\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bbfcb5eb228502d1017d931fc746be99
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/bbfcb5eb228502d1017d931fc746be99
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Import/Adding Transcript Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course\, scoring\, and credit information\, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer\, summer\, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 2\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/9c28444a386d28e9641a5e471356f46e
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
DESCRIPTION:In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content\, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session\, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond\, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards\, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for helping students turn the world around them into powerful\, standards-connected learning experiences.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 24\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3bd6ba4f9c5c53e9bb10de7652e3a320
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/3bd6ba4f9c5c53e9bb10de7652e3a320
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Shortcut: Designing Rigorous Learning That Students Actually Want to Do
DESCRIPTION:Tired of “checked out” students who refuse to work\, students looking for AI shortcuts\, or activities that feel busy but lack deep learning? You aren’t alone! Come to this high-energy\, "educator-as-student" session where we consider what rigor actually looks like— accessible but challenging tasks for ALL learners. We will dive into high-yield strategies that move students from "doing the work" to "loving the learning." The session includes time for you to “Choose your own adventure”\, selecting a high-impact strategy to use in your own context. Options will be given that incorporate AI as well as options that do not. Whether you want to leverage technology to facilitate personalized voice and choice\, design AI-resistant tasks\, or you just need some “use tomorrow” quick instructional wins\, you'll leave with a practical idea for your own context. Come discover how to take rigor\, engagement\, and personalization to deliver up some high-impact learning!
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 32\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4a91e08114055298aac9fe612767e387
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4a91e08114055298aac9fe612767e387
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
DESCRIPTION:What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious\, most distracted\, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — a high-energy\, hands-on immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this festival-style session\, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. Two dynamic stages. Two transformative tools. Virtual Reality drops you into places words simply can't reach. AI-powered vibe coding puts the creative power of technology directly in your hands. The catch? Every moment is designed from the inside out — felt before it's analyzed\, experienced before it's taught. You’ll leave BOLDchella with more than inspiration. You’ll walk away with a mindset shift that puts the student experience at the center of every instructional decision you make.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 27\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1aa70bd03b7bbe39683f43996327f93d
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/1aa70bd03b7bbe39683f43996327f93d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Connect Students with ConnectED Resources
DESCRIPTION:This session will demonstrate the resources and content available within NCEDConnect. Participants will engage with the resources\, find content\, and generate ideas for use. Sometimes\, lesson planning can be overwhelming! We'll combat these feelings with excellent available resources and lesson frames you can use over and over\, just by swapping the content. This ensures your students are doing the work\, and you know the sources are great.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 20\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/81e512d5f341e4325f3ed996fe477980
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Engagement & High Leverage Practices
DESCRIPTION:AI can generate answers—but it can’t replace intentional teaching. This session explores how high-leverage practices and research-based strategies from Robert J. Marzano can be used to design engaging\, standards-aligned learning experiences in AI-rich classrooms. Participants will walk away with practical ways to increase student thinking\, strengthen feedback\, and maintain rigor while leveraging AI as a tool\, not a shortcut.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 15\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b87ca1e883ca0e8556adc92b268db239
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b87ca1e883ca0e8556adc92b268db239
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
DESCRIPTION:Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning\, collaboration\, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0e9bb59514a29fee227909761f1c1420
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/0e9bb59514a29fee227909761f1c1420
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI\, Not Instead of AI
DESCRIPTION:Generative AI is rapidly reshaping the workforce our students will enter—but the goal of education is not to teach students to rely on AI for answers. It is to teach them to think. In this session\, educators will explore how to future-proof students by using generative AI as a tool for deeper thinking rather than a replacement for it. Participants will examine key workforce skills such as critical thinking\, ethical decision-making\, AI collaboration\, and information verification\, while exploring practical classroom strategies. Attendees will leave with ideas for helping students use AI responsibly\, question its outputs\, and develop the human skills that remain essential in an AI-driven world. *Generated through a thought partnership with ChatGPT*
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 23\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:08a46f76c3ab6bff8b76351dbaf15630
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/08a46f76c3ab6bff8b76351dbaf15630
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Once Upon a Story: Utilizing Gemini Storybook to Customize Stories
DESCRIPTION:Through Gemini Storybook\, teachers reimagine standards as engaging\, student-centered stories that adapt to diverse learning profiles. Each tale is thoughtfully crafted with multiple entry points\, rich vocabulary supports\, and personalized pathways\, allowing students with varying abilities\, language needs\, and learning styles to access grade-level content with confidence.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 16\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/6f892761171d10736498b34e94bed994
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on\, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session\, we will explore two powerful\, free tools from Google: Gemini\, your creative brainstorming partner\, and NotebookLM\, your personalized research assistant. You’ll learn how to "ground" AI in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOS) to generate standards-aligned hooks\, activities\, and rubrics in seconds.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 22\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b19c730d716450d24629ccbd163ae84a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Accessible Canvas\, Empowered Learners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create\, edit\, and enhance Canvas course content and templates to ensure accessibility for all learners. In this hands-on session\, teachers will explore practical strategies and tools that promote inclusive\, engaging\, and equitable learning experiences for every student.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 34\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/754f978b17c83ccd7b25555e33fbb6d4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:What School is For: Same Mission\, New Terrain
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of school has not changed. For 2\,500 years\, the mission has been the same: prepare people to think\, engage\, and contribute to the society they live in. AI doesn't change that\; it confirms it. As the jobs we prepare students for change faster than our curriculum can follow\, the human development at the heart of that mission matters more than ever. This session is about leading from that mission with clarity\, confidence\, and optimism.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 18\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a3a76afc345475721282e6acdeabb932
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/a3a76afc345475721282e6acdeabb932
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:NCEES Ready: Streamlining Beginning of Year System Management for District and Site Administrators
DESCRIPTION:This session equips NCEES District and Site Administrators with the tools and strategies needed to ensure your district is NCEES Ready for a smooth system rollout at the start of the year. We will break down how backend data\, such as payroll\, Staff UID\, and budget codes\, impacts system access and provide clear guidance on assigning plans and access rights to plan evaluation plans. Participants will learn best practices for system cleanup\, unlocking plans when necessary\, and troubleshooting common administrative challenges to keep district evaluations running smoothly from day one. Target Audience: District and Site Administrators
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 33\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/92f1d6dce7641dbcb07501434039381f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T150000Z
DTEND:20260721T155500Z
SUMMARY:Advanced Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on increasing advanced ad hoc reporting skills. Advanced users will explore best practices in utilizing NCSIS ad hoc reporting tools for efficient data retrieval\, filtering\, and building customizable reports to support strategic decisions and dynamic\, real-time data needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 9\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b8c99083f5544230a0f4ce7baa47a8aa
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b8c99083f5544230a0f4ce7baa47a8aa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Canned NCSIS Reports
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information\, attendance\, behavior\, census\, grading\, scheduling\, and fees—and learn how to access\, generate\, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 4\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:79caa42e20f331238a0e20be61ea016a
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/79caa42e20f331238a0e20be61ea016a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Common Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve\, filter\, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick\, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 3\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d33565be975d140e55a4cb1f1f5283a0
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/d33565be975d140e55a4cb1f1f5283a0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:End of Term Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool\, managing grading windows\, posting and reviewing grades\, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 6\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:87f3ade4caea75df58b6dbfcae49f086
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/87f3ade4caea75df58b6dbfcae49f086
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students\, manage transfers\, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices\, required documentation\, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 1\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e4c6b168080db9fe97fbda8afb5e8888
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/e4c6b168080db9fe97fbda8afb5e8888
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:OLR Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus\, focusing on how to review applications\, link existing records\, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient\, error-free processing. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 12\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7f5b007ec9efef7436de15d6cafbda7f
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/7f5b007ec9efef7436de15d6cafbda7f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Workflow (Attendance)
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview of the Attendance Workflow in Infinite Campus\, focusing on how schools can efficiently track and manage student attendance using scanning tools and automated processes. Participants will explore key features such as Check In/Out\, kiosks\, teacher and classroom scanners\, badge design\, and absence request management. The course also highlights essential setup configurations\, including scanner settings\, attendance thresholds\, and parent portal integration. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER\, SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 14\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:767a173ddbaadb7d2616e88b602c930b
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/767a173ddbaadb7d2616e88b602c930b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
DESCRIPTION:As AI tools become more common in classrooms\, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic\, multimedia projects that promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry\, problem-solving\, and meaningful engagement while leveraging technology as a tool for learning rather than a shortcut.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 25\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e14504abc488a94f16384ca0bc7b4eb7
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/e14504abc488a94f16384ca0bc7b4eb7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested\, engaged\, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles\, riddles\, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants will then begin creating an escape to use with their students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 28\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3a3d03ba92ab3a3f2fdfb74578316545
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/3a3d03ba92ab3a3f2fdfb74578316545
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:From Checked Out to All In
DESCRIPTION:How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session\, explore six simple\, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical\, realistic\, and ready for day one.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 29\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a5b27246c5cfb6817ad969f1b87230ba
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/a5b27246c5cfb6817ad969f1b87230ba
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Lunch Time LIT Circle: Libraries\, Literacy\, and Life Beyond the Screen
DESCRIPTION:Back by request\, the Lunch Time LIT Circle is an informal\, bring-your-lunch conversation—no presentation\, just dialogue. This year’s focus explores how school librarians and educators support screen balance\, healthy digital habits\, and sustained attention in today’s learning environments. From managing device use and fostering focus to creating space for deep reading and offline engagement\, participants will discuss the challenges students face in a constantly connected world. Together\, we’ll consider how educators across roles can help learners build habits that support well-being\, attention\, and meaningful engagement with content. Join colleagues to share ideas and connect.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 19\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:72ed0536c3bcae489e0729de4c62ba41
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/72ed0536c3bcae489e0729de4c62ba41
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
DESCRIPTION:Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session\, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments\, allowing for an authentic\, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research\, express ideas\, and strengthen literacy skills (reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening) while engaging in critical thinking and inquiry. Podcasting and adiograms are adaptable for diverse learners\, including students with disabilities and ELLs\, and can thoughtfully incorporate generative AI to support brainstorming\, scripting\, and refining ideas. Session participants will will have an opportunity to start creating their own mini-podcast or audiogram\, experiencing a fun\, engaging\, and supportive learning experience that can spark new interests and open the door to creative possibilities for students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 30\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:37ab014170e631ad289b5b0a7d575296
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/37ab014170e631ad289b5b0a7d575296
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:WCAG Ready: Practical Digital Accessibility for School Systems
DESCRIPTION:What does digital accessibility mean for the everyday work of the school system staff? This practical session will provide a plain-language overview of the ADA Title II digital accessibility rule\, the WCAG 2.1 AA standards\, and common barriers found in school-created digital content. Participants will examine examples from Google Docs\, Slides\, Forms\, links\, images\, videos\, PDFs\, and shared resources\, then use a simple checklist to identify what should be improved before content is posted or shared. Participants will leave with practical accessibility habits they can begin using immediately in their districts.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 35\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f39f49b8de6430633a2a2f0991dc62c5
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/f39f49b8de6430633a2a2f0991dc62c5
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T160000Z
DTEND:20260721T165500Z
SUMMARY:🌊 Vibes to Variables: Deepen Scientific Modeling Through Vibe Coding
DESCRIPTION:Use Vibe Coding to experience how learners can simulate phenomena that are difficult to observe directly—such as ecosystems\, motion\, or energy transfer—while focusing on relationships between variables and systems. Participants will engage in hands-on modeling tasks that emphasize iteration\, prediction\, and sensemaking. Discover how coding-based models can move beyond static worksheets to create more engaging\, interactive learning experiences that deepen conceptual understanding.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3d2e40dae8225b1731d6cbc0899d6493
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/3d2e40dae8225b1731d6cbc0899d6493
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance\, complete daily attendance processing\, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates\, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling\, understanding attendance codes\, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines. By the end of the session\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and workflows needed to maintain accurate and timely attendance records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 8\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Payments
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management\, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts\, configure payment methods\, create and manage fund accounts\, and utilize reporting tools such as payment\, deposit\, and fee audit reports. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 13\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/7a484a5498f919258d8949f9ae0bdf15
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:End Enrollments
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates\, end actions\, and local end statuses\, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 12\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/06cad60a2916337a00ce922bd757ca3a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:End of Term Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool\, managing grading windows\, posting and reviewing grades\, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 6\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/53705c649942380bdb1b1371a53f04a7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters\, Walk-In Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters\, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how these tools work together to support efficient scheduling\, accurate rostering\, and flexible student placement. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 5\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/f2736c15d44cdd70c0cc1bcb3e884675
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Modifying Households
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus\, including viewing\, verifying\, and modifying household memberships\, relationships\, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues\, such as missing guardians\, duplicate households\, and incomplete addresses\, using system tools and validation reports to ensure accurate and reliable records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 3\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/c182aceaac0770df9401ea8c8d4311cf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Start of School
DESCRIPTION:This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup\, student enrollment\, scheduling and roster management\, no-show procedures\, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 4\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/13332d78a14ab12cbdbe9ed5571b61d0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Workflow (Hall Pass)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to replace paper hall passes and manual attendance processes with a streamlined digital system using Infinite Campus. This session covers setup\, workflows\, and best practices for managing student movement\, improving data accuracy\, and increasing staff visibility. Ideal for school teams looking to save time\, reduce errors\, and modernize operations. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER\, SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 14\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5f9939cbc27d7bb553b22177f57a8415
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:AI Tools for Differentiation
DESCRIPTION:How do you know which AI tool will be the one to meet your need for differentiation? In this session\, participants will take a tool-by-tool look at four free AI tools. With each tool\, “pro tips” for use\, as well as real world use cases\, will be shared in how this tool can leverage the power of AI to differentiate and/ or personalize learning for students. Time will be provided to experiment with the tool\, and sample prompts will be given as support as participants try out the various AI-powered ideas. Ideas for ML\, EC\, and AIG students will be shared. There are a few ideas that have students using AI\, and these will be for grades 6-12. However\, most of the ideas are from the standpoint of the K-12 educator.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 32\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/883667210e89d53a6c8dc9bda25029a6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:AI-Assisted PBL - Localizing Learning for NC Students and Standards
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to revolutionize how you design learning experiences! This session introduces a custom-built GPT designed to help North Carolina educators create engaging Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences for their students. We'll show you how this AI tool can swiftly generate mini PBL units that are not only tightly aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study but also connect students to authentic\, real-world problems and projects right in their local communities. We believe this is how we prepare students for the future: by making their learning relevant\, immediate\, and meaningful. Explore examples generated by teachers in a statewide pilot\, and discover how this technology can transform your approach to instruction.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 17\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6acaa4018c148e09d51d93e9a1642668
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/6acaa4018c148e09d51d93e9a1642668
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Designing Inclusive Experiences that Empower Every Learner
DESCRIPTION:Some students enter our classrooms already facing barriers. Without realizing it\, are we adding more? In this engaging and eye-opening session\, you will experience the difference access makes through hands-on challenges designed to shift perspective. Explore how small changes in design\, mindset\, and materials can create powerful opportunities for all learners. Discover how stories can build empathy\, spark reflection\, and reveal the untapped potential in every student. Walk away with practical strategies and a renewed lens for creating learning environments where every student feels seen\, supported\, and empowered.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 24\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b338ba20ae8e10bc112e79753c5ffa5d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Connect Students with ConnectED Resources
DESCRIPTION:This session will demonstrate the resources and content available within NCEDConnect. Participants will engage with the resources\, find content\, and generate ideas for use. Sometimes\, lesson planning can be overwhelming! We'll combat these feelings with excellent available resources and lesson frames you can use over and over\, just by swapping the content. This ensures your students are doing the work\, and you know the sources are great.\n\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 20\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5076d00c55a6b905ab7124872db6578f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Don’t Judge a Book by Its Pictures: Unlocking Picture Book Power in Secondary Learning
DESCRIPTION:Picture books aren’t just for young readers. They are powerful\, versatile tools for secondary classrooms. This session explores how educators can use picture books to introduce complex themes\, support content standards\, and engage diverse learners. Participants will discover strategies for integrating picture books across subject areas and through teacher–librarian collaborations to enhance learning\, spark critical thinking\, and make content more accessible and meaningful for all students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 30\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5c5c35943aeb3e0a67339b229abe8b31
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
DESCRIPTION:Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning\, collaboration\, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4549006a70451760b3bdd703c65282af
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Houston\, We Have a Toolkit! Inspiring Classrooms with Space Exploration and FREE NASA Resources
DESCRIPTION:Blast off into a hands-on exploration of free NASA resources designed to spark curiosity\, creativity\, and authentic learning across grade levels and content areas. In this interactive session\, participants will take part in a “Choose Your Mission” experience\, selecting from a variety of exploration stations featuring engineering challenges\, citizen science\, multimedia storytelling\, coding connections\, and real-world STEM applications tied to current NASA missions. Educators will leave with classroom-ready ideas\, curated resources\, and practical strategies for creating inquiry-driven learning experiences that engage students through the excitement of space exploration.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 25\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b929e58490e098d4b2ef2e5eb710f249
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Infinite Campus Unlocked: Leveraging Teacher Reports
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will focus on how to access and create reports to support instruction and student achievement. You will learn how to generate reports to meet your classroom needs and explore resources to help you customize Infinite Campus reports.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 15\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c7e26cb27fd1ced98f3cf7e8a207c71c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/c7e26cb27fd1ced98f3cf7e8a207c71c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Level up your Gradebook: Tools in Infinite Campus
DESCRIPTION:Take your Infinite Campus Gradebook skills to the next level! This session goes beyond simply adding assignments\, helping teachers explore tools to streamline grading\, analyze student performance\, and customize their gradebook for efficiency. Learn how to utilize features like section groups\, categories\, score analysis\, student groups\, and more to enhance feedback and student tracking. Whether you're looking to save time or gain deeper insights into student progress\, this session will equip you with the knowledge to maximize the potential of your Gradebook.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 16\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5a067838f6f312668ea2cf3e882e4952
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Little Learners\, Big Thinking: Teaching AI Literacy in K–5
DESCRIPTION:Discover what AI literacy looks like in K–5 classrooms beyond chatbots and screen time. This interactive session explores developmentally appropriate ways to help elementary students think critically about artificial intelligence\, recognize patterns\, question digital content\, and become responsible digital citizens. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and explore practical\, classroom-ready strategies for introducing AI literacy concepts in safe\, meaningful\, and age-appropriate ways.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 27\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/153c7bbf64f93e7ee548b3223074f501
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Lost in Translation: Accessibility Tech Tools to Support All Learners
DESCRIPTION:Every classroom includes students who need extra support—whether they are multilingual learners\, exceptional children\, or students with accessibility challenges. This session shows you how to use the tools you already have—Canvas\, Safari\, Chrome\, MS PowerPoint\, ChatGPT\, and more—to provide translation\, text-to-speech\, and adaptive access to content. Discover practical strategies to deliver learning in written and spoken formats so students can engage in the way that works best for them. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas that make your teaching more inclusive and help every learner thrive.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 28\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/90117a61377fffd8e67266f60f8e1ad9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Revised for IMPACT: The Next Chapter for NC School Libraries
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina’s updated School Library Guidelines are here—celebrating the evolving role of school libraries as student-centered spaces for literacy\, inquiry\, and growth. Join us for a first look at how the revised guidelines position school libraries as essential learning hubs where curiosity is encouraged\, readers are nurtured\, and students build the skills to think critically and engage responsibly with information. Explore what’s new\, what’s been clarified\, and how the guidelines can support stronger programs and meaningful learning experiences in schools and districts across North Carolina.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 19\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0da009814a42fdf06c4660d40c9981a7
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/0da009814a42fdf06c4660d40c9981a7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on\, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session\, we will explore two powerful\, free tools from Google: Gemini\, your creative brainstorming partner\, and NotebookLM\, your personalized research assistant. You’ll learn how to "ground" AI in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCOS) to generate standards-aligned hooks\, activities\, and rubrics in seconds.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 22\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4b28895a41703037ba5baa284cfd830d
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/4b28895a41703037ba5baa284cfd830d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:The Prompt Lab: Reverse Engineering Your AI
DESCRIPTION:This session would be for more advanced users of AI who want to take the next step. We are asking AI questions\, but how can we really get AI to think with us?! In this fast-paced\, hands-on session\, participants will step into the Prompt Lab to reverse engineer AI outputs\, experiment with advanced prompting strategies\, and uncover how context\, rationale\, and reusable prompt frameworks dramatically improve results. Through engaging challenges and Project Zero–inspired thinking routines\, educators will analyze AI-generated artifacts\, reconstruct the prompts that produced them\, and discover practical strategies they can use immediately in their classrooms. Expect energy\, laughter\, and plenty of “wait… AI can do THAT?!” moments as we explore how to move beyond basic prompting and start using AI as a thinking partner—not a shortcut. Educators will leave with ready-to-use prompt structures\, deeper AI literacy\, and the confidence to help students use AI responsibly\, creatively\, and thoughtfully.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 23\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:da8d73b6ecd72cc5e59e315918ccd744
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/da8d73b6ecd72cc5e59e315918ccd744
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:The Teacher Effect: Leading Beyond Your Room
DESCRIPTION:Leadership doesn’t require a title. In this interactive session\, participants will explore practical ways to lead through relationships\, consistency\, innovation\, and influence. Walk away with simple strategies to strengthen school culture\, inspire others\, and make a lasting impact every day.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 29\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3e5d5dee9249b3344473c11def951ee3
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/3e5d5dee9249b3344473c11def951ee3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:WCAG Ready: Practical Digital Accessibility for School Systems
DESCRIPTION:What does digital accessibility mean for the everyday work of the school system staff? This practical session will provide a plain-language overview of the ADA Title II digital accessibility rule\, the WCAG 2.1 AA standards\, and common barriers found in school-created digital content. Participants will examine examples from Google Docs\, Slides\, Forms\, links\, images\, videos\, PDFs\, and shared resources\, then use a simple checklist to identify what should be improved before content is posted or shared. Participants will leave with practical accessibility habits they can begin using immediately in their districts.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 35\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3ebc1d76f27efc9a5ece5d191360d593
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/3ebc1d76f27efc9a5ece5d191360d593
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Accessible Canvas\, Empowered Learners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create\, edit\, and enhance Canvas course content and templates to ensure accessibility for all learners. In this hands-on session\, teachers will explore practical strategies and tools that promote inclusive\, engaging\, and equitable learning experiences for every student.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 34\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:13de7f6f8bf971b0842fd57c9d4de51c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/13de7f6f8bf971b0842fd57c9d4de51c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:From Risk to Readiness: Equipping Students with Cybersecurity Skills that Protect Students (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity is not just an IT concern\, it’s a critical skill set for students in today’s digital world. This session shares standards-based strategies\, student scenarios\, and ready-to-use resources that educators can bring directly into K–12 classrooms.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC\, LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 18\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:44acfdad2fbc774411ae9abb72635120
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/44acfdad2fbc774411ae9abb72635120
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:NCEES in Action: Mastering Educator Evaluation Process and Practice for Administrators (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This session will review the year-long observation/evaluation process for teachers and instructional support roles. We will review the cycle and PDP types\, discuss how to give meaningful feedback to encourage teacher growth\, as well as how to decide on ratings for end-of-year summatives. We will also address some of the myths that surround the evaluation process. Target Audience: Principals\, Assistant Principals\, and others who observe and evaluate teachers\, and instructional support roles
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 33\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ef832e7fc54ca2f154cb399e2733f619
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/ef832e7fc54ca2f154cb399e2733f619
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:How to Build SQL-Based Data Validation Reports (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course teaches participants how to create SQL queries for Infinite Campus Data Validation Reports. Participants will learn how to design and manage validation rules and rule groups to identify data errors\, improve data quality\, and support accurate and reliable reporting. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:Room 11\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6effaf2a0d3f6d4eebeded1a515e2185
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/6effaf2a0d3f6d4eebeded1a515e2185
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Advanced Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on increasing advanced ad hoc reporting skills. Advanced users will explore best practices in utilizing NCSIS ad hoc reporting tools for efficient data retrieval\, filtering\, and building customizable reports to support strategic decisions and dynamic\, real-time data needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 9\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5e02620333101971e1484f30eeb6a885
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/5e02620333101971e1484f30eeb6a885
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance Letter Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3\, 6\, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up\, generate\, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely\, accurate\, and consistent communication with parents and guardians. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 7\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:354169ee871e5d942d0386175c1ba8d7
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/354169ee871e5d942d0386175c1ba8d7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T175500Z
SUMMARY:Campus Analytics (Early Warning and Insights)
DESCRIPTION:This course equips educators\, administrators\, and data teams with the skills to proactively identify and support at-risk students using Infinite Campus Analytics. Participants will learn how to leverage Early Warning indicators and actionable insights to drive timely interventions\, improve student outcomes\, and strengthen data-informed decision-making across their organization. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 10\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:dc7957ac7e5864988bac18f14521e1d8
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/dc7957ac7e5864988bac18f14521e1d8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Data Validation (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of NCSIS data validation processes with a focus on ensuring accurate and complete data reporting for the school year. Participants will explore key validation reports across areas such as enrollment\, attendance\, scheduling\, grades\, programs\, and discipline\, and learn how to use these tools proactively throughout the year to maintain data integrity. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 1\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/a95f9cd48f7be9b4104e77324e79a267
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T170000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Program Entry (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a comprehensive overview of how to enter\, manage\, and review student program data within Infinite Campus for North Carolina State and Federal reporting. Participants will learn standardized processes for program entry\, including start and end date requirements\, use of flags\, and handling multiple program records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 2\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/d8a0631b1355d21be6ba576f48eb0a8c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Attendance
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance\, complete daily attendance processing\, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates\, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling\, understanding attendance codes\, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines. By the end of the session\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and workflows needed to maintain accurate and timely attendance records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 8\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/525295e1f8d1faa6169020e1c9aba955
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Canned NCSIS Reports
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information\, attendance\, behavior\, census\, grading\, scheduling\, and fees—and learn how to access\, generate\, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 6\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/20bdb016e00e2887b805d240e8a6998d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Common Ad Hocs
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve\, filter\, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick\, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 9\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/08bd94f4e4e35c7a8ef2e76183c44ed5
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students\, manage transfers\, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices\, required documentation\, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 7\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:15207b9b3566c9f805d9390d2ac9e247
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/15207b9b3566c9f805d9390d2ac9e247
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters\, Walk-In Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters\, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how these tools work together to support efficient scheduling\, accurate rostering\, and flexible student placement. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 5\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/cb31cc937ebe33e41a9e2c6eb7573bb9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Modifying Households
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus\, including viewing\, verifying\, and modifying household memberships\, relationships\, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues\, such as missing guardians\, duplicate households\, and incomplete addresses\, using system tools and validation reports to ensure accurate and reliable records. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 3\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7915daaf37da41e92444a5844fddeb0a
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/7915daaf37da41e92444a5844fddeb0a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:OLR Processing
DESCRIPTION:This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus\, focusing on how to review applications\, link existing records\, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient\, error-free processing. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 12\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/564878c6e0340036d4fa4d4cbbea745a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Start of School
DESCRIPTION:This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup\, student enrollment\, scheduling and roster management\, no-show procedures\, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 4\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e266124dfaeddf1474fbd436ab6827ac
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/e266124dfaeddf1474fbd436ab6827ac
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:AI Literacy to Fluency for Secondary Teachers
DESCRIPTION:TBD
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 22\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b0c4721749134ed8b56b603c67e07d81
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/b0c4721749134ed8b56b603c67e07d81
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:AI Standards Coaches - AllPossibly weave in SAI
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Innovation Garden and work with the NC AI Standards Coaches to grow aligned\, classroom-ready instructional materials. These AI assistants are trained on curated resources from the NC Office of Teaching and Learning\, ISTE\, and more\, and support standards unpacking\, instructional planning\, and literacy-rich practices across content areas. This is a hands-on session with task cards and guided exploration. Bring your learning goals and leave with literacy-rich\, high-leverage learning resources you can use right away.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 17\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:274156e89732c7e44ff8501b55e3293c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/274156e89732c7e44ff8501b55e3293c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
DESCRIPTION:In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content\, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session\, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond\, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards\, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for helping students turn the world around them into powerful\, standards-connected learning experiences.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 24\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:41c08a9ec16e491a89ce21108ad85fdb
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/41c08a9ec16e491a89ce21108ad85fdb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Basics: Elevating Your LMS Usage in Infinite Campus
DESCRIPTION:Explore all available quiz question types for dynamic assessments and unlock the power of the Curriculum Library to share your resources with district colleagues by creating folders and adding content. We'll also peek at importing/embedding content and the possibilities with LTIs. Share your "Glows" (tips) and "Grows" (suggestions) to help Infinite Campus improve.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 15\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e6afe86c98cf2d6d00c04fe6d7bf9154
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/e6afe86c98cf2d6d00c04fe6d7bf9154
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Shortcut: Designing Rigorous Learning That Students Actually Want to Do
DESCRIPTION:Tired of “checked out” students who refuse to work\, students looking for AI shortcuts\, or activities that feel busy but lack deep learning? You aren’t alone! Come to this high-energy\, "educator-as-student" session where we consider what rigor actually looks like— accessible but challenging tasks for ALL learners. We will dive into high-yield strategies that move students from "doing the work" to "loving the learning." The session includes time for you to “Choose your own adventure”\, selecting a high-impact strategy to use in your own context. Options will be given that incorporate AI as well as options that do not. Whether you want to leverage technology to facilitate personalized voice and choice\, design AI-resistant tasks\, or you just need some “use tomorrow” quick instructional wins\, you'll leave with a practical idea for your own context. Come discover how to take rigor\, engagement\, and personalization to deliver up some high-impact learning!
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 32\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a2e42e0d69ee544b481dc29bdadfccdb
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/a2e42e0d69ee544b481dc29bdadfccdb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
DESCRIPTION:What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious\, most distracted\, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — a high-energy\, hands-on immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this festival-style session\, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. Two dynamic stages. Two transformative tools. Virtual Reality drops you into places words simply can't reach. AI-powered vibe coding puts the creative power of technology directly in your hands. The catch? Every moment is designed from the inside out — felt before it's analyzed\, experienced before it's taught. You’ll leave BOLDchella with more than inspiration. You’ll walk away with a mindset shift that puts the student experience at the center of every instructional decision you make.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 27\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c39cd416d09f49d21475db1b05d629b4
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/c39cd416d09f49d21475db1b05d629b4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
DESCRIPTION:As AI tools become more common in classrooms\, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic\, multimedia projects that promote creativity\, critical thinking\, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry\, problem-solving\, and meaningful engagement while leveraging technology as a tool for learning rather than a shortcut.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 25\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:be24a5bbdd60d91a2c3094eb328dcd53
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/be24a5bbdd60d91a2c3094eb328dcd53
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
DESCRIPTION:Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested\, engaged\, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles\, riddles\, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants will then begin creating an escape to use with their students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 28\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bb919adb8dce2dfde5302f50dc9acd0f
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/bb919adb8dce2dfde5302f50dc9acd0f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:From Checked Out to All In
DESCRIPTION:How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session\, explore six simple\, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical\, realistic\, and ready for day one.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 29\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6c4edd1a729a97cd4476d6517e1cd253
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/6c4edd1a729a97cd4476d6517e1cd253
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:From Insight to Impact: Using AI to Connect Needs with Research
DESCRIPTION:Educators and school leaders are increasingly rich in data—but often limited in time and capacity to connect that data to high-quality\, research-based practices. This session explores how A.I. deep research features can act as powerful research partners during the research and literature review process helping educators move from data awareness to evidence-based action more effectively and efficiently.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 20\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/2679990889b350a0d60a2e8f507fda7b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI\, Not Instead of AI
DESCRIPTION:Generative AI is rapidly reshaping the workforce our students will enter—but the goal of education is not to teach students to rely on AI for answers. It is to teach them to think. In this session\, educators will explore how to future-proof students by using generative AI as a tool for deeper thinking rather than a replacement for it. Participants will examine key workforce skills such as critical thinking\, ethical decision-making\, AI collaboration\, and information verification\, while exploring practical classroom strategies. Attendees will leave with ideas for helping students use AI responsibly\, question its outputs\, and develop the human skills that remain essential in an AI-driven world. *Generated through a thought partnership with ChatGPT*
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 23\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:387abfd1e1dd61c20baf1824ab54ef23
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/387abfd1e1dd61c20baf1824ab54ef23
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Pixels with Purpose: Distinguishing Active vs. Passive Screen Use in K-12 Learning
DESCRIPTION:Transform your classroom's digital landscape by shifting the focus from what devices can do to what students are actually doing. In this hands-on session\, you will use the ICAP and TripleE frameworks to categorize learning activities and discover how to "nudge" technology use from passive consumption to high-value creation and interaction. Join us to find the perfect balance between digital and non-digital activities that truly deepen student engagement.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 19\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:faf2edfa41e8407584af907a9ff4c723
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/faf2edfa41e8407584af907a9ff4c723
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
DESCRIPTION:Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session\, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments\, allowing for an authentic\, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research\, express ideas\, and strengthen literacy skills (reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening) while engaging in critical thinking and inquiry. Podcasting and adiograms are adaptable for diverse learners\, including students with disabilities and ELLs\, and can thoughtfully incorporate generative AI to support brainstorming\, scripting\, and refining ideas. Session participants will will have an opportunity to start creating their own mini-podcast or audiogram\, experiencing a fun\, engaging\, and supportive learning experience that can spark new interests and open the door to creative possibilities for students.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 30\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:86c38c69c67badcc9e85685bc5b31e8c
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/86c38c69c67badcc9e85685bc5b31e8c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:✄ Improving Digital Wellness While Cutting Out the Clutter
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by constant notifications\, endless tabs\, and digital overload? Explore practical\, classroom-ready strategies to improve digital wellness while cutting out the clutter. Learn how to set healthy boundaries with technology\, model mindful tech use for students and others\, and reduce burnout without sacrificing productivity. Walk away with simple tools and ready-to-use ideas to help both you and your students build a more balanced\, intentional relationship with digital devices.
CATEGORIES:EDUCATORS/COACHES/SLMC
LOCATION:Room 21\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:8118f4be35ada25e0f8891080b5891d1
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/8118f4be35ada25e0f8891080b5891d1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Infinite Campus: Navigation and Reports for Admins
DESCRIPTION:This session will guide administrators through some basic navigation tips and generating and utilizing key reports. Learn how to efficiently access\, customize\, and analyze reports to support school operations\, compliance\, and student success. This session will also share information about tools other staff in your building will be using as well as utilizing the WriteBack extension with Educator’s Handbook. How to access LMS content as an admin\, Contact log
CATEGORIES:LEADERSHIP
LOCATION:Room 16\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:494309b5f36d0529bc3de168f8aebef3
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/494309b5f36d0529bc3de168f8aebef3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Import/Adding Transcript Grades
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course\, scoring\, and credit information\, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer\, summer\, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 13\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:92cd0fc6d1100cb5ba4b4ac590701338
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/92cd0fc6d1100cb5ba4b4ac590701338
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T230047Z
DTSTART:20260721T180000Z
DTEND:20260721T185500Z
SUMMARY:Messenger With Voice
DESCRIPTION:This session introduces Messenger 2.0\, the built-in communication tool within Infinite Campus\, and how it can be leveraged to streamline school-to-home communication. Participants will explore how districts and schools can set up and manage messaging for students\, staff\, and families using real-time data\, customizable groups\, and multiple delivery methods including email\, voice\, and text. (Advanced)
CATEGORIES:SIS COORDINATOR\, DATA MANAGER
LOCATION:Room 10\, Marion\, NC\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:755049fa705423a6213f6264fcb0eba6
URL:http://ncboldwest2026day1mcdowellh.sched.com/event/755049fa705423a6213f6264fcb0eba6
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