What if I told you the key to developing 21st-century skills lies in a board/card game? In this session we will explore, discuss, and discover how using popular games can be used in the curriculum to make learning more fun. These games will allow us to teach and develop skills that will benefit our student’s futures. These games have been used throughout the school year to teach/develop the following life/employability skills, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking skills.
Jessica Elshire-Kenny is a dedicated and dynamic educator with five years of teaching experience and a passion for preparing students with real-world life skills. She earned her Bachelor degree from Central Washington University and just received her Master of Science in Curriculum... Read More →
Heather Matsuda has been teaching Health Science at Lakes High School for more than 10 years. She is a certified and licensed athletic trainer and a former physical therapist assistant. She was named Certificate Employee of the Year in the Clover Park School District in 2025, Health... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am PDT Maple Ballroom
