Session Details

This professional development program introduces educators to the effective and safe use of the school’s Collaboration Stations and associated creative and fabrication tools. Participants will receive hands-on training with available materials and equipment, including Cricut machines, heat and mug presses, button makers, photo printers, laser engravers, and a variety of art and design supplies. The session will model instructional applications across content areas and emphasize classroom integration aligned to curricular goals.

Educators will develop skills in project-based learning, creative assessment design, and student collaboration, as well as an understanding of safety protocols and appropriate supervision when using specialized equipment. By integrating hands-on creation and design into instruction, teachers will enhance student engagement, support diverse learning styles, and provide students with authentic opportunities to demonstrate understanding through creative and applied learning experiences.

This program supports all participants, regardless of area of certification or assignment, by demonstrating how Collaboration Station resources can be adapted across disciplines and grade levels. The tools and materials presented are applicable to a wide range of instructional purposes, including content reinforcement, formative and summative assessment, interdisciplinary projects, and enrichment activities. The training ensures that all educators are equipped to access and utilize shared resources safely and effectively to support instructional goals within their specific teaching assignments.