Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2010 in Sonoma County, where she taught for 16 years. Catlin earned her BA in English literature from the University of California at Los Angeles. She earned her English credential and Master’s in Education at the University of California at Santa Barbara. In 2020, Catlin earned her doctorate in learning technologies at Pepperdine University.
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Catlin designs and facilitates professional learning to help leaders and teachers cultivate the mindset, skillset, and toolset needed to design student-centered and student-led learning environments that position students as active agents. She encourages educators to leverage technology strategically, shifting from experts at the front of the room to facilitators working directly with students. Catlin also collaborates with leadership teams to build a professional learning infrastructure that supports this shift, weaving professional growth into the fabric of the school.
Catlin is active on X @Catlin_Tucker and Instagram @CatlinTucker
Catlin has written a series of bestselling books, including The Station Rotation & UDL, Elevating Educational Design with AI, The Shift to Student-led, The Complete Guide to Blended Learning, UDL and Blended Learning: Thriving in Flexible Learning Landscapes, and Balance with Blended Learning. She also hosts the popular podcast The Balance, which explores strategies to make teaching and learning more sustainable and impactful.
Join us in person at Gahr High School as we celebrate our 20th anniversary as a CUE affiliate! This one-day professional development event brings together TK-12 teachers, paraeducators, principals, and district leaders focused on educational technology and what matters most: the student experience.
What to Expect: Spend the day learning from Dr. Catlin Tucker's keynote and four breakout sessions of your choice. Connect with fellow educators, sponsors and vendors during our networking lunch, and enter to win prizes in our closing raffle.
Registration Options:
General Registration: $75 (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Early Bird Special: $55 (20% off - deadline: December 27, 2025)
Member Special: $50 (27% off) (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Early Bird + Member: $45 (40% off - your maximum discount)
Small Group 2-4 + Early Bird: $50 per person (deadline: December 27, 2025)
Small Group 2-4 + Member: $50 per person (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Group Rates: 5-9 people ($60 each), 10-14 people ($55 each), 15+ people ($50 each) (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Presenter Registration: FREE (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Co-Presenter Registration: $45 (deadline: January 9, 2026)
Be sure to tell us your food needs and drink preferences during checkout using the Add-ons.
Register now to secure your spot at this exciting milestone event! https://bit.ly/2026icreg
For group purchases with a PO please email Ellen Palmer.
Questions? Contact Ellen Palmer at epalmer@sgvcue.org or (909) 758-6988.
San Gabriel Valley CUE's Innovation Celebration
The Innovation Celebration is San Gabriel Valley CUE's flagship professional development event, designed to support educators with practical learning opportunities and collaborative networking. This one-day conference brings together educators from across the region to explore current trends in educational technology and student-centered instructional practices.
Keynote Speakers
The Innovation Celebration features inspiring keynote presentations from renowned educational leaders and innovators. Past keynote speakers have included prominent voices in education such as Matt Miller, Randall Sampson, Jake Carr, Lisa Moe, Brian Briggs, Ryan O'Donnell, Jon Corippo, and Kim Voge. These thought leaders share transformative insights on educational innovation, technology integration, and forward-thinking pedagogical approaches that inspire and challenge educators to reimagine their practice.
Hands-On Learning Experience
Sessions and Presentations
The conference features diverse sessions led by experienced educators from throughout the United States and Canada. Presenters share research-based strategies, practical applications of educational technology tools, proven classroom protocols, and student-centered instructional approaches that can be implemented across various grade levels and subject areas.
Vendor Showcase
Educational vendors display current products and services, providing attendees with opportunities to explore new tools and resources for their classrooms and schools. This showcase allows educators to make informed decisions about potential technology and curriculum investments.
Professional Learning Community
The event serves as a networking hub where educators can connect with colleagues, share experiences, and build professional relationships that extend beyond the conference day.
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