Earn up to 30 continuing education credits!
Professional development should be fun, not frustrating
Good teachers are always on the lookout for new lesson ideas and classroom strategies. Unfortunately, professional development frequently misses the mark:
- It is schedule at inconvenient times…
- It is one-size-fits all…(too advanced or too basic)…
- It doesn’t include grade and subject-specific ideas…
- It doesn’t include ideas I can use in my classroom right away…
As a former teacher, I know how frustrating generic PD sessions can be. If you are ready to grow professionally and be challenged with new teaching ideas, I invite you to join me for Wednesday webinars with John.
Special Focus:
effective use of AI in the classroom
During the 2025-26 webinar series I will be thoughtfully discussing the opportunities and challenges related to using AI in the classroom. Rather than doing a single, generic AI session, each month I will offer a session on various applications for AI in the classroom. If you want to know how AI can help you in the classroom, join me for the 2025-26 webinar series!
Introducing, Wednesday Webinars with me, John Sowash
Every Wednesday from October 2025 – May 2026 I will be sharing a unique 60-minute webinar to introduce you to the latest features of your favorite EdTech products like Google Classroom, Canva, and the Google Drive suite of tools. This year I will also be discussing the use of generative AI tools such as Gemini and NotebookLM, and thoughtfully sharing ways you can use these tools at various grade levels and subject areas.
“John always has great ideas in his sessions. Excited to implement them ASAP! Hannah Lindman, Spanish Teacher, Brighton, Michigan
“The handouts and resources are very helpful!” – Lulia Sarmiento, Belvidere Community Unit School District, Illinois
Webinars are posted every Wednesday at 9am eastern time. Pick the topics that you are interested in (no need to watch them all) and watch them when it is convenient.
👉 Download a PDF of the 2025-26 webinar schedule (30 sessions!)
Wednesday Webinars with John
🗣️ LIVE sessions are posted every Wednesday at 9am EST.
🖥️ Pick the topics that interest you and watch when it is convenient.
🏅 Earn 1 hour of continuing education credit for each session you attend!
Questions? Check out the FAQ below!
“The recorded webinars work really well for this tired elementary teacher. I’m zonked after school but I appreciate the ability to watch recordings on the weekends.” Erin Koues, elementary media technology specialist, Canton, Georgia
Sample session
AI Prompt Engineering
“Prompt engineering” is the skill of phrasing questions in a way that is most likely to result in a useful response. During this session we will explore best practices for generating queries using ChatGPT and Google Gemini. You’ll also get a list of sample prompts written specifically for K-12 teachers.
📑 Session summary guide (links & resources)
How does it work?
My goal is to make things simple and easy. Webinars take place on the same day (Wednesday!), at the same time!
- New sessions are posted every Wednesday at 9am EST
- Videos are recorded in my studio with professional sound and lighting
- Watch on your laptop, phone, or TV
- Earn 1 hour of continuing education credit for each session you attend (no additional fee)
- Attendance is optional; join the sessions that are of interest to you!
- You can watch any session at any time!
“Although I was familiar with and have used most of these AI tools, you never fail to provide great tips and tricks when it comes to implementing them.“
– Stacy Nowak, Lapeer Community Schools, Michigan
Register for $99
📣 Interested in signing up your entire department, school or district? I have a discounted option for organizations! Click here to learn more!
What you get:
- Weekly webinars with John Sowash (30 sessions to choose from!)
- 1 hour of continuing education credit for each session you attend (certificates and documentation are provided)
- Access to all session recordings
- Extensive resources and classroom templates
- High-quality broadcasts with professional audio and video equipment
My goal is to make this the best webinar experience of your life! If you decide this program isn’t for you, send me an email and I will issue a refund.
Earn up to 30 hours of continuing education credit!
Earn 1 hour of continuing education credit for each session you attend! A certificate of attendance is automatically provided to everyone who attends the live session.
Complete a short reflection form to receive credit for watching a recorded session!
Michigan Educators: this program has been approved for SCECH credits by the Michigan Department of Education.
Note: Be sure to review your district and state policies to determine eligibility. I am happy to provide additional documentation to verify your participation.
“This is a very good summary of AI tools because it simplifies everything.”
-Marilyn Sweeney, Chelmsford Public Schools, Massachusetts
Webinar topics and schedule for 2025-26
The 2025-26 school year features 30 unique sessions on a variety of topics. Each month you can expect introductory sessions for teachers who are new to technology and advanced sessions for experience teachers. We have also worked hard to ensure there is a good mix of sessions for K-6 classrooms as well as 6-12 classrooms.
Because artificial intelligence is having an outsized impact on classroom instruction, this year’s schedule will feature a strong emphasis on using AI in the classroom. Sessions will focus on teacher use of AI as a productivity tool as well as using AI as an instructional tool with students.
Click here to view and download a detailed session schedule for the 2025-26 school year. Sessions are available starting at 9am EST on the date they are scheduled.
October
- 8 5 cool tools to try this school year
- 15 Classroom Kickstart
- 22 Tech for elementary teachers
- 29 Simplify lesson planning with AI
November
- 5 Getting started with NotebookLM
- 12 The BEST AI tools for teachers in 2025
- 19 A Teacher’s guide to Chromebooks
- 26 No session (Thanksgiving)
December
- 3 Coaching Student Writing in the Age of AI
- 10 Organize your digital life
- 17 Using AI with Students
- 24 No session (Christmas)
- 31 No session
(New Years)
January
- 7 Grading with Gemini: Instant Feedback, Less Time
- 14 Creating Gemini Gems for Your Classroom
- 21 Supporting Students with Special Needs
- 28 Improve your AI prompt engineering skills
February
- 4 Elementary AI: Smart Strategies to Save Time and Inspire Creativity
- 11 Intro to Google Sheets
- 18 Supercharge your spreadsheet skills with AI
- 25 Science teaching toolbox
March
- 4 Gemini Power-Up: Advanced Strategies for the Classroom
- 11 End of year project ideas
- 18 No session
(Spring Break) - 25 Deep dive into Google Vids
April
- 1 TikTok videos in the clasroom!?!
- 8 30 ways to use Google Forms in your classroom
- 15 Zero to Coder: Building Simple Apps with Gemini
- 22 Check out my Chrome!
- 29 Teaching with AI: Designing Lessons for Student Exploration
May
- 6 5 awesome tips for teaching with Google Slides
- 13 Hands on learning with Google Sites
- 20 Tips for wrapping up the school year
1:1 support from John
Got a question? Having trouble? Need some ideas for your classroom? All registered participants can schedule a 30 min. 1:1 call with John Sowash, your personal tech coach!
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after I register?
You can get started right away! Look for an email from me with a link to a special website that contains links to the session recordings.
Is attendance mandatory?
No. You can decide which session you wish to attend. Each session is targeted toward a specific grade and subject area. Pick the sessions that are most relevant to your needs.
Which video platform do you use?
Videos are uploaded to YouTube and will be shared on a special Google Site.
I missed the start date, can I still sign up?
Yes! You can sign up at any time. Each session is recorded and you will be able to watch previous sessions and earn continuing education credit for watching the replay.
I’m an elementary teacher, will there be sessions for me?
Yes! Each month there will be at least one session specifically targeted for elementary classrooms.
Are these beginner or advanced sessions?
Both! I carefully calibrate the monthly schedule to include beginner and advanced topics. The monthly schedule is constructed to offer sessions for various grade levels, subject areas, and technical abilities.
How do I earn/request continuing education credits?
You can request a certificate of attendance for each session you watch. This certificate can be used to document professional learning hours.
Additional attendance documentation is available upon request. Just let me know what information your district requires!
What are the topics?
The topics for 2025-26 are available here. This list was created to cover a broad range of important instructional strategies and ideas for each grade level and subject area. The session schedule may change as new tools and needs are identified.
Can my entire district / building sign up?
Yes! We offer a discounted district registration option. You can learn more and sign up by clicking here. If you have additional questions, feel free to contact John Sowash by email.
More Questions?
Feel free to get in touch! You can email me or give me a call: 231-seven69-27four1.
