January 11 - 14, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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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
Mrs. Barbara Bray, Creative Learning Strategist, Author, Podcast Host - Rethinking Learning
Mr. Michael Wesely, Instructional Technology Specialist - VBCPS

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