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Kat Crawford
Education Learning Specialist
Figma for Education

Kat Crawford never really left the stage—she simply traded the bright lights of theatre class to design learning experiences that students actually want to eat up. She spent over a decade working in alternative education inside secure schools, fueled by her core belief: every student deserves a seat at the table—and a learning experience worth savoring. Her alter ego, The Lunch Lady, is an apron-wearing, tray-slinging voice inside every educator, reminding us that meaningful learning isn’t prepackaged—it’s handcrafted, messy, and deliciously authentic. So good, you’ll want seconds!

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Think Big Series on the Mainstage

Spend lunch learning and laughing with two powerhouse speakers! These 15-minute talks will be followed by a Q&A moderated by ISTE + ASCD program committee's own Craig Martin.

In today's classrooms, fostering student agency is paramount. Join us to explore three essential keys: belonging, connection, and confidence. We'll dive into how creating a space where every student feels they belong transforms the learning environment, enabling learners to take risks and own their education. You’ll discover practical strategies for building meaningful connections by understanding and valuing student culture, unlocking relational capital for effective teaching. Finally, we'll address the critical role of cultivating confidence by guiding students through achievable challenges, demonstrating their ability to succeed, and empowering them to realize their potential. Learn how to shift from expectation to empowerment, and witness the transformative power of student agency in your classroom.

Following Mr. Lindsay, you'll hear from Kat Crawford on "The Secret Recipe for Student Agency"
Today’s special? A three-course meal filled with deeper learning, sprinkled with innovation, and stuffed with student agency – served piping hot! Your reservation is ready because every student deserves a seat at the table – and a learning experience worth savoring. Don’t start from scratch! It’s time to reveal the secret recipe for Mystery Meat: Learning experiences worth devouring. It’s time to step into the kitchen and start cooking meaningful learning – no more prepackaging or reheating. Let’s transform classrooms into cafeterias of curiosity, choice, and creativity. Come hungry – you’ll want seconds.