WA-ACTE 2026 Summer Conference

10:00am PDT

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am PDT

A powerful way to boost program recruitment and club involvement is by hosting STEM events and camps for middle and elementary students. This interactive session is designed as a “get one, share one” experience. I will share 10+ engaging, ready-to-use STEM activities for CS, IT, Cyber Security, and Robotics. Participants will be encouraged to contribute their own ideas. Expect a hands-on session—bring a computer, your creativity, and any STEM tools or activities you’re willing to share. Leave with practical ideas you can implement right away.

Speakers

Adam Smith

Teacher, Spokane Valley Tech/Central Valley School District

Adam Smith been teaching at Spokane Valley Tech in Spokane Valley, WA since 2024 and previously taught at Cheney High School for 26 years. He currently teaches Microsoft Office, Cyber Security, AP CS P, AP CS A, Computer Repair, and Cisco Network Engineering. He is a FBLA Advisor... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am PDT
Meeting Room #10 Second Floor Davenport Grand

WE-BAM, STEM

11:00am PDT

From Light to Image: Build and Use a Digital Pinhole Camera in Your Classroom

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am PDT

Meeting Room #12

Engage in a hands-on session where you build a working pinhole camera designed for use with a smartphone to capture images. Learn how to guide students through light, exposure, and image creation using simple materials. Participants will leave with a completed camera, a ready-to-use lesson plan, and strategies to implement this project across multiple subject areas.

Speakers

Paul Warrick

CTE Instructor, Clover Park School District

Paul J. Warrick is a CTE educator, media arts instructor, and department lead at Lakes High School in Washington State. With a background spanning education, manufacturing, software, and instructional technology, he specializes in helping educators use AI as a thinking partner to... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Meeting Room #12 Second Floor Davenport Grand

WE-BAM, STEM