From Spark to Magic: Create Joyful, Purposeful Classrooms
January 13, 2026
W224C
Classroom Leaders
Ever had that one lesson where everything just clicked—students leaning in, eyes lit up, questions flying? That’s not a fluke. That’s the power of joyful, purposeful teaching—and it''s something you can design. In this engaging session, we’ll explore how to create deeper connections with your students by crafting lessons that not only align with learning goals but also ignite your own passions. We’ll delve into the power of storytelling, not just as a teaching tool, but as a bridge between you and your students, helping to build trust, empathy, and authentic engagement. Together, we’ll look at how to weave technology into this approach with intention, amplifying, not replacing, the human moments that matter most. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to bring more joy into your classroom, more spark into your teaching, and more connection into every lesson. Because when students see the real you, your excitement, your stories, your creativity, they lean in. And that’s where the magic happens.
Speakers
Access Type
Session or Session+ or All-Access Registration Permitted
Session Type
Concurrent Session
Topic
Project Based Learning
Level
PK-12
Curriculum Area
Integrated/Cross Curriculum
