Show Schedule

08:30AM Breakfast & Check-In

09:00AM Opening Keynote

10:00AM Breakout #1

11:00AM Breakout #2

12:00PM Lunch

01:00PM Breakout Session #3

02:00PM Closing Keynote

02:30PM Happy Hour

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Meet Our Speakers

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Dr. John Parker

Superintendent

Central Valley School District

 

Dr. John Parker has broad, global leadership experience as a teacher, instructional coach, administrator, and superintendent. His breadth of global leadership in education includes serving in China, Puyallup, Colombia, and now Spokane in his role as superintendent of Central Valley School District since 2022. Dr. Parker is committed to community engagement and collaboration to foster partnerships that enhance educational and economic opportunities in the region.

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Elliott Levine

Director of Worldwide Public Sector and Education

Qualcomm

 

Elliott Levine is the global director of education for Qualcomm Technologies. With over 30 years of experience as an educator, professor, administrator, chief academic officer, esports software founder and the first distinguished technologist in the field of education for a silicon valley Fortune 500, Elliott brings his sense of humor and passion for teaching and technology. Elliott was named to the inaugural list of the Top 100 influencers in education technology by EdTech Digest.

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Cyber Event Recovery | Chris Bailey & Ellen Dorr

The Worst Has Happened - How to recover after a cyber event and preserve the health of your org, your team, and your own mind.
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The EdTech Blueprint | Tracy Dabbs

Building Powerful Digital Classrooms from Selection to Scaling | Ready to build a robust and effective EdTech ecosystem? This session provides a complete blueprint for success. We'll explore strategies for selecting powerful digital tools that align with your instructional goals, then show you how to create a scalable implementation plan for your tech team. Finally, we'll cover best practices for designing professional learning that will engage and empower staff to ensure technology is used to its fullest potential.
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AI Optimism | Becky Keene

"I am an AI optimist. In a world of visionaries, futurists, pragmatists, and cynics, what does it mean to be an AI optimist? It's not about ignoring challenges. It’s not about adopting the latest fad, compromising student data, or ignoring biased algorithms. It means that I choose to view artificial intelligence with a positive lens. It means that I choose to focus on potential more than problems. I see a bright new world full of transformational impact - if we choose to use it. I developed a framework of how we can use AI in education. The framework helps us determine how AI can meet our needs and then seek out appropriate tools and services. This session will review the framework and help guide district decision makers through core principles in their adoption and implementation of AI.See my book: https://bit.ly/AIOptimism - would love to host a book signing as well!"
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Special Education & Tech Teams | Sarah Lawrence

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Automating Isolation | April Mardock

Smarter Incident Response for K–12 | When ransomware or malware hits a school network, every second counts. This session explores how K–12 districts can leverage Microsoft Defender automation to isolate compromised devices quickly and effectively—reducing spread, minimizing disruption, and accelerating recovery, while minimizing false positives and disruption. Whether you're a tech director, sysadmin, or cybersecurity lead, you'll walk away with practical strategies to implement automated isolation in your environment.
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Coding 4 Climate | Cheryl McClure

Discover how the Coding for Climate Action (CFCA) curriculum from Amazon Future Engineer can serve as a high-impact resource for engaging middle school students in STEM through real-world applications of computer science. This overview session is designed specifically for instructional leaders who support classroom educators in integrating CS into core content areas such as science, math, and environmental studies. Participants will explore how students use Micro:bit and MakeCode (a visual block-based coding platform) to design early warning systems for natural hazards—building computational thinking, climate literacy, and problem-solving skills in the process. Participants will explore how students use Micro:bit and MakeCode (a visual block-based coding platform) to design early warning systems for natural hazards—building computational thinking, climate literacy, and problem-solving skills in the process.
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BreakoutHackers Don’t Take Snow Days | Liza Francisco Voss

Cybersecurity in Schools That Never Sleeps | Schools are prime targets for cyberattacks and the bad guys aren’t taking holidays. From ransomware to phishing scams, every click, download, and unsecured Wi-Fi connection can put student data and district operations at risk. In this session, I will take you inside the real threats facing schools today, shares battle-tested stories from the field, and reveals practical strategies that keep classrooms running even when hackers strike. Expect humor, a few cautionary tales, and clear steps to turn your district into a cyber-resilient fortress; no capes required!
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From Network to Notebook | Kristina Wambold

Unlocking Learner Potential with AI and Differentiation | AI is here, and it's changing the game. This interactive session is about shifting our perspective from just being "gatekeepers of technology" to becoming true partners in learning. We'll dive into the world of AI tools, but not just the tech specs. We’ll explore how these tools—like Magic School, Brisk, and Colleague AI—can be a secret weapon for something called Universal Design for Learning (UDL), helping teachers proactively remove barriers to learning for all students. This isn't just a lecture; it's a conversation. We want to hear your questions and ideas, and we'll tackle real problems together. By the end, you'll have a new perspective on AI's potential and a handful of practical tools you can start recommending and supporting tomorrow.
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Device Extravaganza! Replacing 21,000 Chromebooks | Joe Yamada

The COVID pandemic forced many of us into a one-to-one deployment. Now, 5 years later, these Chromebooks are old, beat up, and ready to be refreshed and exchanged with new ones. How do you perform such a huge project with accuracy and efficiency while minimizing interruption to schools and student learning in the classroom? Learn about the Northshore School District “Device Extravaganza!
Closing Keynote

AI Panel Discussion with Carl Sweetland | Led by Mark Vetter

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Showcase how your work has had a transformative impact on technology integration in education. Your insights and innovations will be shared with and applied by educators and tech leaders across schools and districts.

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