A1 (A) Diversified Staffing and Hiring: Identifying the range of faculty and staff roles that contribute to technology infusion in all aspects of the school program & curriculum, including strategies to assess existing technology staff and considerations for assessing and hiring all staff positions. (1-2:30 p.m.)

A1 (B) Budgeting for Technology: Identifying and detailing components and resources (people & technology) that are required in the development of a successful technology budget strategy. (2:35-4p.m.)

I1 (A) Managing & Surviving Classroom Multimedia Projects: Hands-on session using HyperStudio which takes participants through the stages of managing & implementing classroom multi-media projects. Learn how to make planning decisions, establish project & evaluation requirements, collect and organize graphics, utilize templates, and publish student work. (1-4:00 p.m.)

I1 (B) IBET-Integrating Biology, English & Technology & the IBET Collaborative Action: IBET is a powerful education model that gives students first-hand experience making real life connections between different curricula. (1-2:25 p.m.)

I1 (C) The Gilded Age Through Internet Research: A humanities lesson in which students conduct Internet research to produce museum displays about art & architecture of the American Gilded Age. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

T1 (A) Voice over IP: This session will cover aspects of Voice over IP technology, including what is driving this technology, IP Telephony, challenges, QOS and Requirements, IP protocols, and the Power Suite Solution. Resources and References for further information will also be included, such as VoIP Web Sites, Magazine Resources & Books. (1-2:30 p.m.)

T1 (B) Apple Product update: Learn about the latest & greatest products from Apple, including the iBook, iMac, PowerBook, & G4. Also learn how to create & edit digital movies using iMovie. (1-2:30 p.m.)

T1 (C) Basics of Networking: Designed for the newcomer, this session provides some of the buzzwords & their definitions, including some of the new technologies evolving in Layers 2, 3 & 4. (2:35-4 p.m.)

A3 (C) Developing a Technology Plan: Developing a planning design that includes all aspects of the process, including: review of mission and goals, identifying and defining roles of a planning committee, conducting a needs assessment, developing a long-term vision, etc. (1-:2:30 p.m.)

A3 (D) Staff Development: Low cost/no cost staff development strategies that are manageable at the local school level. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

I3 (F) Creating Web Pages Using NetscapeÆs Composer: A web page creation class for those with little interest in learning HTML tags. Create pages easily with this free application. (1:00 - 4:00 p.m.)

I3 (G) Wake Up Your Writers! Software to Support Writing Instruction in Grades K-8: Come see some of the latest software to support early literacy and writing, such as PixWriter and IntelliTalk II. (1:00-2:30 p.m)

I3 (H) Student Desktop Publishing Projects Using AppleWorks and MS Word Templates: During this hands-on session, participants will learn how word processing templates can make classroom curriculum projects fast, easy and manageable. Participants will see student project examples and leave with ready-to-use templates. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

T3 (E) Mac Lab Session: Come check out some of the Macintosh technology for yourself. Ask questions and match solutions to Macintosh products, while giving you an opportunity to get some hands on time with the software. (1:00-2:30 p.m)

T3 (F) Network Delta: This session will introduce AdlexÆs Network Delta, a software analysis package that "bubbles" network problems to the surface for accurate and immediate identification & analysis. A must for the network engineer responsible for WAN and large LAN scenarios. (1:00-2:30 p.m)

T3 (G) Macintosh Troubleshooting: This session will address troubleshooting strategies for the Mac in the following areas: general strange behavior, program-specific problems, printing, networking, startup problems, and SCSI hardware. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

A4 (A) Building Technology Integration into Your Schoolwide Plan: This presentation will focus on ideas and strategies for incorporating technology into all aspects of a school. All examples will focus on implementation within a single school. Topics will include: networking, student and staff accounts, matching the technology to the curriculum, staff development, and more! (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

I4 (A) Hot Off The Assembly Line: Have You Seen The New AlphaSmart 3000? This session will present the new features of the AlphaSmart 3000, and the wide variety of integration ideas and strategies using AlphaSmarts across grade levels. (9:00 a.m.-noon)

I4 (B) A Tornado in My Classroom: Helping Teachers Manage Their Computers: This session is designed to keep classroom activities going even if the computer balks. No waiting for the techie down the hall, participants will learn how to troubleshoot problems and maintain their computer to prevent problems in the future. Workshop will include demonstrations, explanations and hands-on activities. (9:00 a.m.-noon)

T4 (A) Windows 2000: Overview: This session is designed to give a birds-eye technical view of the Windows 2000 product line and features. Some of the topics that will be covered: products, infrastructure, file and print services, web and applications services and Intellimirror. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

T4 (B) Intranet Services: What are the key elements and considerations in putting together an Intranet? This session will look at Border Manager and the robustness of an integrated network, and address issues such as login security, design, database integration etc. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

T4 (D) LAN Growth and Planning: Setting objectives, exploring alternatives, learning and assessing new technologies, and developing a technology plan that plans for the future that integrates current technologies and resources. (10:35 a.m.-noon)

A5 (A) Technology Competencies/Staff and Student: Review school-based technology competencies for both staff and students using both the Fairfax County Public Schools model and the new competencies developed by NESA. (1-2:30 p.m.)

A5 (B) Firewalls and Filtering: Protecting yourself from outside threats and limiting access to internet resources for inside users has become a major issues for educational institutions across the country. This session will look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of various strategies used to protect your data, as well as users surfing the net. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

I5 (A) Get Inspired With Inspiration 6.0: In this hands-on session, learn how to use the many new features of Inspiration 6.0. Participants will learn to create webs, concept maps, diagrams, and outlines. Inspiration is available for both Mac and Windows and is appropriate for all grade levels (including adults). (1:00-4:00 p.m.)

I5 (B) Integration Ideas on the Web: Ways to use the internet in your classroom. This session will be a hands-on session that will include several websites: ThinkQuest, CyberGuides, Glo and more. (1:00 -4:00 p.m.)

T5 (A) INTELLIMIRROR & other Windows 2000 Client Features: This session is designed to discuss and provide live technical demonstrations on how Windows 95/Windows 2000 Professional clients operate in a 2000 environment. Some of the features that will be discussed /demonstrated are: 2000 Professional features, 2000 Professional and Active Directory, Windows 95 and Active Directory. (1-2:30 p.m.)

T5 (B) Security on the Internet: While very few networks are attacked by skilled computer crackers looking for specific information or access, *most* networks are attacked *daily* by computer crackers of limited skill. We will discuss the security risks out there, focusing on the most common and the most damaging, and go into what you can do to protect your network. (1-2:30 p.m.)

T5 (C) ACTIVE DIRECTORY & other Windows 2000 Server Features: This session is designed to discuss and provide live technical demonstrations on Active Directory and other key Windows 2000 server features. Some of the features that will be discussed/ demonstrated are: Active Directory Services Concepts, 2000 management features Group Policies, 2000 Web Services, and 2000 Disk Management (Disk Quota, Dynamic Volumes). (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

T5 (D) Mac OS X Server: Topics in this session will include some of the following: Mac OS X Server, NetBoot, Networking, File Serving and QuickTime Streaming. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

I6 (A) Software to Support Reading Instruction K - 8: Come and see some of the latest software to support phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding and reading comprehension skills. All software is available for Mac or Win. (9:00-10:30 a.m)

I6 (B) Bridging the Gap: Four activities will be demonstrated to show how technology and other disciplines are used to teach mathematics. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

I6 (C) Electronic Portfolios: not your ordinary CDROMS: Discover the power of using CDROM to serve as an Electronic Portfolio for every student in your school. ItÆs easy, simple &inexpensive. Using only a computer, a browser, a text editor and a CD burner, you can produce a permanent record that each student will carry into the ôreal world.ö This simple application of an existing technology is a great equalizer; it demonstrates life-long skills, it is universal, it is not dependent on the size of the school or its resources, it is cross-platform, and it is cost effective. Whether in elementary, middle or high school, it provides a permanent, durable, continuous and portable record while minimizing storage issues. (9:00-10:30 a.m)

I6 (D) Software to Support Math Instruction: See some of the latest software to support basic math skills, problem solving & critical thinking skills. (10:35 a.m.-noon)

I6 (E) PowerPoint for Beginners: This hands-on session will teach participants the basics of Power-Point & how to use it for a classroom multimedia project and as a teacher tool. (10:35 a.m.-noon)

T6 (A) Network Management: A general overview of network management, with topics that include: network management definitions, considerations and choosing a network management solution. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

T6 (B) Macintosh Troubleshooting: This session will address troubleshooting strategies for the Macintosh in the following areas: general strange behavior, program-specific problems, printing, networking, startup problems, and SCSI hardware. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)

T6 (C) The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): A more technical discussion of the industry-standard network management protocol, including management model, SNMP management station, SNMP agent, SNMP MIB & network management environment. (10:35 a.m.-noon)

T6 (D) Keeping it Simple in the World of the Wireless Web: Simplicity is the one thing that can rescue you from becoming overwhelmed by unmanageable complexity. This session will address issues ranging from website design and content management, to handheld and wireless devices and technology, and see how the single key point to the successful deployment and use of new technologies is simplicity. (10:35 a.m.-noon)

I7 (A) Collecting and Organizing Internet Sites to Support Classroom Instruction: Participants will learn how to use Netscape Composer, AppleWorks, and MS Word to create interactive curriculum activities. During this hands-on session, participants will also learn how to download and organize web pages that can then be used without a direct Internet connection. (1:00-4 p.m.)

I7 (B) Using Computer Technology to Produce Professional Math Documents for the Classroom: Participants will use Math Type and Graphlink Software together with Microsoft Word to create professional looking quizzes and other documents. (1:00-4:00 p.m.)

I7 (C) Webwriting Made Easy: Create aweb page using HTML code. In this session you will create useful curriculum web pages to take back to your school. (1:00-4 p.m.)

T7 (A) NovellÆs ZEN Works: This network management component of NovellÆs NOS provides effective solutions to distributing applications across the network with a robust range of features that can control the access of applications according to hardware and user profile specifications. This session will provide an overview of what makes this tool so powerful and useful to the systems administrator of a network. (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

T7 (B) Mac OS X Server: Topics in this session will include some of the following: Mac OS X Server, NetBoot, Networking, File Serving and QuickTime Streaming. (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

T7 (D) Keeping it Simple in the World of the Wireless Web: Simplicity is the one thing that can rescue you from becoming overwhelmed by unmanageable complexity. This session will address issues ranging from website design and content management, to handheld and wireless devices and technology, and see how the single key point to the successful deployment and use of new technologies is simplicity. (2:35-4:00 p.m.)

I8 (A) Internet Resources for the Classroom: Come see how the Internet can support classroom instruction. See sites that feature scavenger hunts, webquests, lesson plans, teacher tools, and more. (9:00- 10:30 a.m.)

I8 (B) PowerPoint: Beyond the Basics: This session will feature the cool parts of PowerPoint, including; creating animations, inserting clip art, movies, and sounds, using the draw mode and adding hyperlinks to other applications and files. (9:00- 10:30 a.m.)

T8 (A) Intranet Services: What are the key elements and considerations in putting together an Intranet? This session will look at the solution used here at TJ using Border Manager and the robustness of an integrated network, and address issues such as login security, design, database integration etc. (9-10:30 a.m.)

T8 (B) Wireless Networking: Airport: how it works and how it is set up. Also, Lucent solutions to wireless networking. (9:00-10:30 a.m.)