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Location and Check InMonday, June 13 - Friday, June 17, 2016
Westward Look 245 E. Ina Road Tucson, AZ 85704 Click here for directions. Check in is from 12:15 until 1 p.m. on Monday, June 13 in the Sonoran Foyer. Camp begins promptly at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 13 and concludes at noon on Friday, June 17. |
What to Expect
You are registered for one of five learning strands for the week. You'll spend most of your time at Camp Plug and Play in your strand's breakout room.
Session Rooms:
Tony Vincent is Camp Plug and Play 11.0’s opening keynote speaker. Tony is a former fifth-grade teacher and technology coach who now uses his passion and talent for technology to help teachers worldwide be the best they can be. He has been involved with Camp Plug and Play since the first one, which was in 2006. Tony will kick off your week with a presentation titled “Reset the Presets.” He will make the case for taking time to uncheck the standard settings and explore what can happen when you control the settings, instead of them controlling you!
After Tony’s keynote you will meet in your learning strand where you will spend the rest of the week learning, playing, and creating.
In addition to direct instruction and work time in your strand, Camp Plug and Play offers optional evening sessions, which include:
For a detailed look at your agenda for the week, click your learning strand's button on this page.
There’s even more to look forward to at Camp Plug and Play 11.0, including:
We'll conclude our week together with a series of five-minute presentations that we’re calling Give Me Five... Ten campers (two from each learning strand) each get exactly five minutes to "wow" you with their takeaways from Camp Plug and Play 11.0. We will announce how to sign up to present during the opening session.
Session Rooms:
- Making a Makerspace: Coyote
- Making Marvelous Websites: Javelina
- Making Games: Quail
- Making Task Cards: Canyon
- Making Infographics: Palm
Tony Vincent is Camp Plug and Play 11.0’s opening keynote speaker. Tony is a former fifth-grade teacher and technology coach who now uses his passion and talent for technology to help teachers worldwide be the best they can be. He has been involved with Camp Plug and Play since the first one, which was in 2006. Tony will kick off your week with a presentation titled “Reset the Presets.” He will make the case for taking time to uncheck the standard settings and explore what can happen when you control the settings, instead of them controlling you!
After Tony’s keynote you will meet in your learning strand where you will spend the rest of the week learning, playing, and creating.
In addition to direct instruction and work time in your strand, Camp Plug and Play offers optional evening sessions, which include:
- Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | We’re Live! The Ins and Outs of Live Broadcasting
- Tuesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Draw Your Own Illustrations, Clipart & Avatars
- Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. | Make, Take & Play
For a detailed look at your agenda for the week, click your learning strand's button on this page.
There’s even more to look forward to at Camp Plug and Play 11.0, including:
- relaxing accommodations
- knowledgeable, experienced and patient facilitators
- networking with educators from all over Arizona
- delicious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks.
We'll conclude our week together with a series of five-minute presentations that we’re calling Give Me Five... Ten campers (two from each learning strand) each get exactly five minutes to "wow" you with their takeaways from Camp Plug and Play 11.0. We will announce how to sign up to present during the opening session.
Meals & Accommodations
The following meals are included at camp: Monday - afternoon break, Tuesday through Thursday - breakfast, lunch, and breaks, and Friday - breakfast and morning break. Due to food and beverage guarantees, guests are not invited to the scheduled events. Also, please note that meals cannot be taken away from the designated eating areas. Meals will have vegetarian options. If you did not indicate your dietary restrictions or preference upon registration, please contact Shannon Olinski as soon as possible.
Accommodations
Your private room has been booked for you at the Westward Look Resort. You will check in on Monday, June 13 and check out on Friday, June 17. Resort check in begins at 4 p.m. and you are welcome to store your luggage at the front desk until your room is available. Check out is Friday at noon, so please check out of your room prior to the end of camp. If you would prefer not to stay overnight at the resort, or if you would like to share a room with someone that is also attending camp, please alert Shannon Olinski. She will then make the necessary adjustments to your reservation. If you are interested in booking a pre- or post-stay on your own at the group rate of $83+ tax, please contact the Westward Look directly at 520-297-1151. Pre- and post-accommodation rates are based on availability.
The Westward Look has three pools, hot tubs, a fitness center, tennis courts, a spa, a nature trail, and two restaurants. Please feel free to enjoy and unwind after a long day of learning. Although the rooms have coolers that keep beverages cool they are not intended to store food. Also, please note the rooms are not equipped with microwaves. The guest rooms have complimentary wireless internet access.
Accommodations
Your private room has been booked for you at the Westward Look Resort. You will check in on Monday, June 13 and check out on Friday, June 17. Resort check in begins at 4 p.m. and you are welcome to store your luggage at the front desk until your room is available. Check out is Friday at noon, so please check out of your room prior to the end of camp. If you would prefer not to stay overnight at the resort, or if you would like to share a room with someone that is also attending camp, please alert Shannon Olinski. She will then make the necessary adjustments to your reservation. If you are interested in booking a pre- or post-stay on your own at the group rate of $83+ tax, please contact the Westward Look directly at 520-297-1151. Pre- and post-accommodation rates are based on availability.
The Westward Look has three pools, hot tubs, a fitness center, tennis courts, a spa, a nature trail, and two restaurants. Please feel free to enjoy and unwind after a long day of learning. Although the rooms have coolers that keep beverages cool they are not intended to store food. Also, please note the rooms are not equipped with microwaves. The guest rooms have complimentary wireless internet access.
Items to Bring
- To ensure everything runs smoothly, the Arizona K12 Center provides MacBooks for checkout. You are welcome to bring your own laptop and/or iPad to use at camp—don’t forget the charger! Note that the Arizona K12 Center cannot provide technical assistance for a laptop that you bring and will not be held responsible for any issues that may arise at the event.
- We ask that you bring your own earphones to use during the week.
- Dress at camp is casual. You might want to bring a light sweater or sweatshirt, as sometimes it is difficult to find a temperature that is comfortable for everyone in the meeting rooms.