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Monday, June 4 • 9:15am - 10:15am
WHY we MAKE?

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Makerspaces have been popping up in independent schools around the country for the past five  years. What is the driving force behind this push for creative spaces in our schools? In this session we will focus on one school's journey from a “technology” program to a makerspace and dig into several important topics surrounds these spaces. Topics will include matching your Maker Mission to your school’s mission, creating a safe environment for students, and working to make these spaces inclusive for ALL your students. 

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Leigh Northrup

Dean of Innovation and Technology, Cannon School
Leigh Northrup is the Dean of Innovation and Technology at Cannon School, where he has been teaching and leading the maker movement for the last 19 years.  A graduate of Pfeiffer University, he received his Masters of Education from The University of Maryland (Go Terps). Leigh has... Read More →


Monday June 4, 2018 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
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