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9:00am EDT

Shaping Tomorrow’s Skills, Today

Friday May 16, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

As new technologies catalyze changes in the workplace, learning environments are impacted as well. Students must build and develop new skills to succeed in the classroom and beyond. And it’s more important than ever to empower educators to teach those skills. Dr. Mason will discuss how to invest in your educators so they have the technology and tools needed to engage, instruct, and assess students so they thrive today and into the future.

Speakers

Dr. Mason Mason

Dr. Mason Mason is part of Apple’s US Education team, working with school leaders to leverage technology to transform learning and teaching. Prior to Apple, Dr. Mason served as an English teacher, instructional coach, and school administrator. He holds an EdD in Education Leadership... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium @ IU Leadership

Keynote

10:00am EDT

Empowering our Digital Explorers: Investigating AI's Impact and Role in Society

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

This innovative unit challenges students to critically examine artificial intelligence's role in our world. Through self-generated inquiries and rigorous research, learners investigate AI applications across various sectors, analyzing both benefits and ethical concerns. Students engage in collaborative discussions, honing their ability to articulate complex ideas and consider diverse perspectives. The unit culminates in multimedia presentations showcasing their findings on AI's societal impact, fostering digital literacy and responsible technology integration skills essential for 21st-century citizens.

Speakers

NICOLE TOLLI

6th Grade English Teacher, Yorktown Central School District

Nicole is a third-year English teacher with a love of learning. As a former Disney cast member, she enjoys bringing creativity and innovation to the classroom to create an engaging learning environment. She enjoys challenging her students while fostering a nurturing atmosphere. Her... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

AI, Humanities

10:00am EDT

Experience School AI (But as a Student)

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

This session is designed to let you experience SchoolAI from a student's perspective before creating your own Spaces. By understanding the student experience, you'll be better equipped to design Spaces tailored to meet individual student needs.

Speakers

Trevor Goertzen

NA, School AI

Trevor Goertzen is a veteran teacher, building administrator, and adjunct professor living with his wife, Stephanie, and three children in Olathe, KS. As a teacher, Trevor taught and coached at the middle school and high school level, earned his National Board Certification, and served... Read More →

Jamie Haug

Director of Technology, Pearl River

Jamie Haug is the Director of Technology at the Pearl River School District, in Pearl River NY. Prior to being the Director of Technology, she was a Senior Facilitator for Instructional Technology, at the LHRIC following a 15 year teaching career. She has presented multiple times... Read More →

Sponsors

School AI

Trevor Goertzen - trevor@schoolai.com

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

AI, Vendor

10:00am EDT

Connecting NYS CS/DF Standards to Sustainability Through Game Based Learning

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

LL 101 & 102 @ Innovation Lab

Dive into a hands-on adventure where NYS CS/DF Standards meet sustainability! In this interactive session, you’ll explore League for Green Leaders by Springbay Studio and discover how game-based learning can supercharge digital fluency, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Get ready to play, experiment, and tackle real-world environmental challenges—all while empowering students to become tech-savvy changemakers. If you love learning by doing (and a little friendly competition), this session is for you!

Speakers

Jane Chun-Ji

Co-Founder, Springbay Studio

Jane Ji is the co-founder of Springbay Studio, an award-winning educational technology company specializing in game-based learning for environmental sustainability. She designs interactive experiences like League for Green Leaders and the iBiome series, engaging students in real-world... Read More →

Dr. Julianne B. Ross-Kleinmann

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
LL 101 & 102 @ Innovation Lab

CS/DF

10:00am EDT

The Social Media Algorithm: Your Favorite Librarian, Gone Rogue

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

Your favorite librarian knows what you like and gives spot-on recommendations. Now imagine your librarian has a secret agenda and persuades you to read content or buy products, serving the interest of others. It’s no dream. This is your social media algorithm. Learn how algorithms work and how to protect yourself and your students from a steady feed of misinformation, persuasion, bias, AI, and other hazards of online reading.

Speakers

Alison Turner

Edgewood School, Librarian, Scarsdale Public Schools

Alison is a K-5 Librarian at Edgewood Elementary School in Scarsdale, NY and has been teaching for 20 years. She enjoys collaborating with her colleagues to create interdisciplinary experiences for her students. This would be Alison's third time presenting at LHRIC Tech Expo and is... Read More →

Shana Frazin

Scarsdale Middle School Librarian, Scarsdale Public Schools

Paul Tomizawa

Technology Integration Teacher, Scarsdale Public Schools

Paul Tomizawa, Elementary Technology Teacher, Scarsdale, NY, USA Paul Tomizawa has taught elementary students for over 25 years. He has presented regionally and nationally on technology integration and media literacy. His passion is helping students find their storytelling voice through... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

CS/DF

10:00am EDT

Transforming Teaching with Keynote on iPad: Engaging Students Through Interactive Learning

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

In this collaborative and interactive session, we will explore how the Keynote app can elevate classroom engagement. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of its functionality, discover various strategies for creating instructional materials, and learn how to foster student creativity using Keynote. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with practical ideas and actionable insights on integrating keynote into their own lessons.

Speakers

Katie Gambino

Technology Facilitator, Blind Brook - Rye UFSD

Katie Gambino is an instructional technology facilitator for the Blind Brook - Rye UFSD in Rye Brook, NY. Katie’s passion for working with children started as a therapeutic horseback riding instructor, sparking her desire to become an educator. As a previous elementary school teacher... Read More →

Jenifer Vazquez

Technology Staff Developer, Blind Brook Rye UFSD

Jenifer Vazquez is the Technology Staff Developer at Blind Brook UFSD with 7.5 years of experience. She was a former MS/HS math teacher in Japan and California where she developed a passion and interest in integrating technology in meaningful ways. She holds a certification as a Google... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

General Technology

10:00am EDT

Design Thinking For Others

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

We have all incorporated problem-solving into our classrooms. In this session, we will share how we have structured our curriculum to move away from problem-solving for the sake of problem-solving and instead focus on designing solutions for others. We will discuss how our program began and how it continues to evolve.

Speakers

Brian McDonald

STEAM Coordinator, Scarsdale School District

Tabitha Sasso

STEAM Teacher, Scarsdale School District

With 17 years of teaching experience, I have had the opportunity to teach design thinking in both urban and suburban school districts at various grade levels, allowing me to work with a wide range of resources. Currently, I teach three levels of design classes at the high school level... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

STEM/STEAM

10:00am EDT

Unplugged K-5 STEAM Night: Interactive, Hands-On Exploration for All

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Incredilab @ IU Leadership

In this session, you’ll get an inside look at the exciting K-5 STEAM Night hosted by the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns! Participants will explore a variety of interactive, unplugged stations, with the opportunity to dive into hands-on STEAM activities themselves. Whether you’re a teacher searching for fresh, engaging STEAM ideas for your students or an administrator seeking inspiration for hosting your own STEAM night, this session has something for you!

Speakers

Jessica Kingsbury

Director of Technology, Tarrytown

Dr. Jessica Kingsbury is the Director of Technology in Tarrytown, leading innovation in edtech, security, data, and communications. She has led district-wide initiatives to enhance professional development, infrastructure, and instructional technology. Committed to purposeful tech... Read More →

JEAN O'BRIEN

Technology Integration Specialist, Public Schools of the Tarrytowns

MEGHAN HAK

STEAM Teacher at WI, Public Schools of the Tarrytowns

Meghan Hak is a STEAM teacher at Washington Irving Intermediate School, part of the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns. With a dedication to fostering creativity and critical thinking, she works to inspire students in grades 3 to 5 to explore science, technology, engineering, arts... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Incredilab @ IU Leadership

STEM/STEAM

10:00am EDT

Best Practices for Integrating and Enhancing Creativity in the Classroom

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

LL 103 & 104 @ Innovation Lab

Creativity is critical to effective problem solving, analytical thinking, and collaboration. But it can be challenging to clearly define —much less cultivate — in the classroom.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
LL 103 & 104 @ Innovation Lab

Vendor

10:00am EDT

Navigating the Shift: Streamlining Systems to Step Out of Survival Mode

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

Why did you get into education? No matter who we ask, the answer is never fame, fortune, or money. It is usually an indelible nature to serve students and help them succeed. In today’s educational landscape, this instinct to serve students is at war with cosmic shifts in funding, requirements, and compliance. It is easy to see why many of us are just trying to survive. However, we believe that a proactive perspective in streamlining systems will reduce stress and get you back to the reasons you started this journey in the first place. Join us for a session where we will use Legos, S’mores, and a little brain science to help you start moving from survival to sustainability.

Speakers

Jason Moss

Account Rep, School Status

Beginning his career at ClassLink 12 years ago, Jay Moss has consulted with some of the largest school districts in the country. Originally from New Jersey, and a graduate of Binghamton University School of Management, Jay has been dedicated to NYC and NY State his entire career... Read More →

Emily Blake-Twomney

School Status

Sponsors

School Status

Jason Weinstein, Chief Operating Office - jason.weinstein@schoolstatus.comJason Moss, Account Rep - jay.moss@schoolstatus.comEmily Blake-Twomney - Emily.Blake-Twomney@schoolstatus.com

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

Vendor

10:00am EDT

Student Engagement with Purposeful Play and LEGO Education

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

LEGO Education focuses on providing meaningful activities that combine learning through play with standards-aligned content for science, engineering, computer science and more. This session will be a hands-on session overviewing the benefits of purposeful play while understanding the engineering design process through the familiar LEGO Brick.

Speakers

Joseph Sanfilippo

NA, Lego for Education

Joseph works with Districts and Schools across New York planning and implementing LEGO Education and purposeful play to address NY State Standards and increase student engagement. He is a former classroom educator and Director of Technology. Currently, Joseph is working through the... Read More →

Alexa Hirschberg

NA, Lego for Education

Alexa Hirschberg is an Account Manager at LEGO Education, focusing on districts with less than 6,000 students. As a former special education teacher in the NYC DOE, she brings valuable classroom experience to her role. Alexa is committed to integrating hands-on learning and play into... Read More →

Sponsors

Lego for Education

Alexa Hirschberg, Account Manager - alexa.hirschberg@lego.comJoseph Sanfilippo - joseph.sanfilippo@LEGO.com

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

Vendor

10:00am EDT

Cultivating an Innovative Teacher Mindset - Learning Strand

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT

Barn Living Room @ IU Barn

Cultivating an Innovative Teacher Mindset

We are thrilled to invite district teachers to participate in a specialized learning strand held at the Crotonville Conference Center on May 15th and 16th. This strand is perfect for teachers and instructional technology coaches who wish to spend a day engaging in a focused "learning pathway" with Trevor Muir, an inspiring teacher, keynote speaker, and author. If you would like to participate in this learning strand on either Thursday or Friday, please complete the following Enrollment Form.Objectives

Develop and cultivate a mindset that balances the value of traditional practices with openness to innovation, enabling them to effectively navigate the evolving landscape of education.
Discover strategies to use AI and other technologies to design engaging and meaningful learning experiences
Collaborate with fellow educators to share ideas, gain insights, and build a supportive network.
Design a learning experience for their classroom that integrates authentic learning and student engagement strategies with innovative technologies, ready to implement immediately.
Have fun while creating—enjoy a mix of learning, hands-on design, collaboration, and creativity

Our Agenda - Participate on Thursday, May 15, or Friday, May 16

10:00-11:45 a.m. Block 1
12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch A
1:15-2:45 p.m. Block 2
3:00 p.m. Raffle and Closing

If you would like to participate in this learning strand on either Thursday or Friday, please complete the following Enrollment Form.

Speakers

Trevor Muir

Friday May 16, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Barn Living Room @ IU Barn

Learning Strand, Teacher Strand

11:00am EDT

Ctrl-Alt-Plan: Long Range and Strategic Planning with AI

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Lyceum @ IU Leadership

Mamaroneck UFSD revolutionized its strategic planning by leveraging AI for real-time insights, transforming processes that typically take months into weeks, days, and even minutes. Learn how AI-driven feedback analysis, educational framework synthesis, and strategic priority setting empowered leaders and stakeholders to focus on big ideas rather than bureaucratic hurdles. Whether you’re an experienced administrator or exploring AI’s potential in school planning, this session will show you how cutting-edge tools can streamline decision-making, foster innovation, and drive meaningful change. Join us to see how AI can make strategic planning faster, smarter, and more impactful!

Speakers

John Nelson

Instructional Technology Coach, Mamaroneck Union Free School District

John Nelson is an instructional technology coach for the Mamaroneck School District with a background in teaching computer science and living environment. With experience as both a teacher and student mentor, he is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance learning. John's... Read More →

Jeffrey Moore

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Mamaroneck Union Free School District

Jeffrey Moore is an experienced education leader and strategic planner dedicated to fostering student engagement and academic success. As the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction in Mamaroneck, he champions data-informed decision-making, deliberate technology integration... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Lyceum @ IU Leadership

11:00am EDT

Empowering Students with AI: Tools That Transform Learning

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

Discover the transformative potential of AI tools in the classroom, focusing on student-centered solutions. This interactive workshop introduces educators to AI technologies that enhance learning, foster creativity, and personalized educational experiences. Participants will explore the most current tools designed to support student engagement and skill development. By the end of the session, attendees will gain practical insights, strategies, and resources to integrate AI into their teaching practices and empower their students for success. Participants will each set a personal goal for AI use with students before leaving the session.

Speakers

Jennifer Harriton-Wilson

Education Technology Coordinator, PNW BOCES

Dr. Jennifer Harriton-Wilson is a true believer in finding pathways to success for all students. With over 25 years as an educator, she serves as the Education Technology Coordinator at PNW BOCES, where she empowers teachers and students through innovative technology integration... Read More →

Dr. Stephanie Peborde Burke

Instructional Innovation Coach, Irvington Union Free School District

Dr. Stephanie Peborde Burke is the K-12 Instructional Innovation Coach at the Irvington UFSD. She supports Instructional Technology, the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards, creative and innovative teaching and learning, and K-12 experiential, hands-on, interdisciplinary... Read More →

Allison Bacon

Coordinator of Instructional Technology, Ossining UFSD

Allison Bacon has been in education for twenty two years. She began her career as a middle school teacher in New York City and after four years came to Ossining as a seventh and eighth grade ELA teacher. Allison started as the Coordinator of Instructional Technology in 2019 and has... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

AI, Students

11:00am EDT

Exploring AI in Education Through the Question Formulation Technique

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

Curious about how AI fits into your classroom? This interactive session uses the science-based Question Formulation Technique (QFT) to spark curiosity and help educators develop meaningful AI-driven learning experiences. Participants will generate, refine, and prioritize questions about AI’s role in education, leading to actionable integration ideas. Walk away with a deeper AI understanding, a ready-to-use classroom strategy, and inspiration for future exploration—no AI expertise required, just bring your curiosity!

Speakers

Wess Trabelsi

Innovation Specialist, Ulster BOCES

Wess Trabelsi is a VITAL Educator and Innovation Specialist for Model Schools at Ulster BOCES, passionate about AI, technology integration, and student engagement. He helps educators create interactive, student-centered learning experiences using digital tools, AI, and asynchronous... Read More →

Mollie Cahill

Innovation Specialist, Ulster BOCES

Mollie Cahill is an Innovation Specialist for Model Schools at Ulster BOCES and a VITAL Educator, committed to making learning engaging, accessible, and tech-driven. She empowers teachers to integrate digital tools, develop asynchronous courses, and personalize instruction using platforms... Read More →

Dr. Julianne B. Ross-Kleinmann

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

11:00am EDT

Teaching AI Through a Media Literacy Lens

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

As a librarian and a technology integrator we have spent the year exploring how to incorporate AI in a way that helps students think about media literacy anew. With AI being an everchanging technology teachers need to approach the topic with a flexible mindset. Our goal is for students to be able to successfully navigate the technology and critically think about its application. In this session we will share the lessons we have done with students and the workshops we have led with teachers. Participants will walk away with lesson ideas and new teacher tools to add to their repitoire.

Speakers

Stephanie Dunn

Library Media Specialist, Scarsdale School District

After spending many years as a classroom teacher, Stephanie Dunn transitioned into her current role as Library Media Specialist at Fox Meadow Elementary School in the Scarsdale School District. In this role she frequently collaborates with classroom teachers as well the Technology... Read More →

Claire Hollocou

Technology Integrator, Scarsdale School District

Claire Hollocou is an elementary technology integrator. She spends time teaching students coding, digital media curation, and digital wellness. She also works with the teachers in her building to integrate technology with a mindset of learning first and technology second.

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

AI, Humanities

11:00am EDT

Empowering Learners: Technology Integration Showcase

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

LL 101 & 102 @ Innovation Lab

Learn how we at ALMS use technology to build essential skills! See examples from STEAM, Social Studies, and Media Classes, including podcasting and digital storytelling. Gain insights into effective tech strategies for your classroom, department, and/or building!

Speakers

David Luhman

Humanities Chairperson, City School District of New Rochelle

David Luhman is the Humanities Chairperson at Albert Leonard MS, overseeing both the ELA and Social Studies departments. David has been in education for 25 years, and 4 at ALMS.

CAMILLE EDWARDS-THOMAS

Principal, City School District of New Rochelle

Dr. Edwards-Thomas is the Principal of Albert Leonard MS. Camille has been at New Rochelle for the past 17 years, and her 5 at ALMS. Dr. Edward-Thomas enjoys working with her staff and students, helping to inspire, empower, and educate every students, every day!

MARK SILVIOTTI

Instructional Technology Facilitator, City School District of New Rochelle

Mark Silviotti is the instructional technology facilitator at Albert Leonard MS. He has been working in New Rochelle for the past 9 years (3 at ALMS). Mark works to integrate technology into the curriculum, working with teachers, students, and administration!

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
LL 101 & 102 @ Innovation Lab

General Technology

11:00am EDT

Transforming MTSS Practices with EduClimber: A Pathway to Data-Driven Decision Making

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Incredilab @ IU Leadership

Join us for an interactive session focused on leveraging EduClimber to enhance our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) practices as educators and leaders. In this session, participants will explore how EduClimber's robust data management and analysis tools can streamline our approach to supporting students at all levels.

Speakers

Stephanie Conroy

K-5 MTSS Coordinator, Yorktown Central School District

As a current MTSS Coordinator for Yorktown Central School District with a specialization in bridging Curriculum and Instruction with Technology, I am dedicated to empowering educators through data-driven decision-making to enhance student achievement across all domains. With a vision... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Incredilab @ IU Leadership

General Technology

11:00am EDT

Pixicade: STEAM Education Through Game Development

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

Session Description: Empower your students with hands-on STEAM learning! In this session, you'll learn how to use Pixicade to design and develop educational games. We'll cover how to transform hand-drawn concepts into playable video games and scan them into the app to implement game mechanics and test your creations. Gain practical skills to integrate game design into your curriculum and create dynamic learning experiences.

Speakers

Kelly Verdina

Greenburgh CSD

Victoria Bolton

Technology Support Specialist, Greenburgh Central School District

Victoria Bolton is a dedicated educator at the Greenburgh Central School District in Hartsdale, New York. She has been instrumental in implementing the Hour of Code initiative from Pre-K through 12th grade, fostering a love for technology and innovation among students.Victoria also... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

STEM/STEAM

11:00am EDT

Reinvigorating Your Teaching Using Laser Cutting Technology

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

The web-based Glowforge platform allows for quick imaging and design work while also providing a library of resources. Many teachers spend personal money to find age-appropriate, tactile materials to enhance learning through the use of manipulatives. These materials are easy to design and make with a laser cutter. This session will share ways in which a variety of disciplines have integrated personal material designs into their respective classrooms. It will also showcase student involvement in the use of this resource, promoting hands-on learning and student voice. We hope that this work will inspire others to want to re-envision classroom materials.

Speakers

Nicole Meyer

Kindergarten Teacher, Scarsdale U.F.S.D

Nicole Meyer has been teaching Kindergarten since 2001. She currently works at Edgewood Elementary School in Scarsdale, NY. She believes that learning should be multi-modal, interdisciplinary, and fun to meet the developmental needs of all children. She holds degrees from University... Read More →

Matthew Fitzpatrick

Elementary Art Teacher, Scarsdale U.F.S.D.

For over a decade, Matthew Fitzpatrick has been the Art Teacher at Edgewood Elementary School. His art curriculum caters to students from Kindergarten to 5th grade, with approximately 400 students benefiting from his expertise every year. Matthew is a dedicated professional, who not... Read More →

Jennifer Giustino

Elementary Music Teacher, Scarsdale U.F.S.D.

Jennifer Giustino serves as a K-5 General Music and Chorus teacher in Scarsdale and works with the Westchester Children’s Chorus as the Cantabile Ensemble Conductor. Jennifer has presented at conferences on music education, interdisciplinary learning, and culturally responsive... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

STEM/STEAM

11:00am EDT

Discover the Apple Learning Coach Program

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

Help teachers get more out of Apple technology — and empower them to empower students. Apple Learning Coach is a free professional learning program for instructional coaches, digital learning specialists, and other educators in K–12 and higher education.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

Vendor, Professional Learning

11:00am EDT

Smarter, Safer Schools: AI-Powered Security with Day Automation

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

LE 105 & 106 @ IU Leadership

Transform your school's safety with AI! Day Automation and Verkada are partnering to bring cutting-edge, integrated security solutions to K-12 education. This session will explore how AI-powered video security, access control, and environmental monitoring can create smarter, safer learning environments.

Speakers

Richie Perna

CSO, Day Automation

Richie more than 10 years of dedicated experience in school security. He has served on numerous school security committees at New York state and national levels. He is a recognized thought leader actively involved in shaping security best practices for the education sector. His expertise... Read More →

Sponsors

Day Automation

Richie Perna, CSO - richie.perna@dayautomation.comJenn Fitzsimmons, Account Executive - jennifer.fitzsimmons@dayautomation.com

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
LE 105 & 106 @ IU Leadership

Vendor, Vendor

11:00am EDT

What’s New in Education from Apple

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

Great teachers and effective technology are a powerful combination. Apple designs innovative solutions for the classroom that put the power of technology to work.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

Vendor, Vendor

2:15pm EDT

Dear King George, It’s Over: Reimagining History with AI

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

In this session, discover how AI can bring history to life in ways that engage and empower students. We will share how we used SchoolAI Spaces to help students creatively interact with historical figures. From drafting dramatic “break-up text” messages to engaging in conversations with rulers of the past, students deepened their understanding of history through immersive experiences. Join us to explore how AI can enhance historical thinking, creativity, and student engagement in social studies!

Speakers

Carol Labella

6th Grade Social Studies, Irvington Union Free School District

Carol LaBella is a 6th Grade teacher in Irvington, New York. For the past 24 years in Irvington, Carol has taught 4th, 5th and 6th grade ELA and Social Studies at the elementary and middle school. Currently Carol teaches 6th grade Social Studies. Carol received her Masters at Manhattanville... Read More →

Dr. Stephanie Peborde Burke

Instructional Innovation Coach, Irvington Union Free School District

Christina Mitchell

7th Grade Social Studies, Irvington Union Free School District

Christina Mitchell is a 7th grade Social Studies Teacher and 7th Grade Insttruction Leader at Irvington Middle School in Irvington, NY. For the past 24 years, Christina has taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade at Irvington. Christina received her M.A. in secondary social studies education... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Edison Hall 3 @ Innovation Lab

2:15pm EDT

EWEST - Enhancing Writing: Endearing Scaffolding Thriving

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

Artificial Intelligence is so rapidly advancing, don't be left behind. AI presents new opportunities to enhance writing instruction for high school students. AI-powered tools can support students in brainstorming, drafting, revising, editing, and presenting their work while providing real-time feedback tailored to their skill level. This session will equip educators with the knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their writing curriculum to improve student engagement, critical thinking, and writing proficiency. Remember knowledge is power and with "great power, comes great responsibility."

Speakers

Aferdita Osmani

Special Education English Teacher, Port Chester Rye Union Free School District

Ever since seventh grade, I knew I was meant to teach. Passionate educator who turns challenges into strengths. Diagnosed as a student with disabilities, I understand the power of determination and perseverance. With a heart of gold, I create a classroom where every student is seen... Read More →

Estrella Marziani

English Teacher, Port Chester Rye Union Free School District

Passionate educator with 15+ years of experience, dedicated to empowering English language learners and special education students! I'm an English Language Learner myself! I embrace technology, innovation, and the power of stepping into the unknown. A believer in the co-teacher model... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Forum 1 @ IU Leadership

2:15pm EDT

Personalizing Learning & Differentiating Instruction with SchoolAI

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Incredilab @ IU Leadership

Participants will be introduced to the different ways that SchoolAi can be used to differentiate and scaffold for different learners. Through an interactive approach, participants will be able to choose what kind of activity they want to explore and should leave the session with something they can put to practice immediately.

Speakers

Brian Gold

Special education teacher, CCSD

Brian is in his 9th year teaching and for the last year has been working with schoolai to find new ways to harness their program to help students of all levels.

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Incredilab @ IU Leadership

AI Accessibility

2:15pm EDT

Greeley News Today: Empowering Voices, Building Community, Mastering Media

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

Join us for an engaging session showcasing Greeley News Today (GNT) and how we are empowering student voices through media and broadcasting. Discover how GNT fosters connections, builds community, and equips students with essential media techniques. From storytelling to production, see firsthand how students take the lead in creating impactful content while developing valuable communication skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the power of student-led media!

Speakers

Lauren Olmo

Coordinator of Student Life, Chappaqua Central School District

Lauren Olmo, originally from New York, is a dedicated educator with 16 years of experience. She is currently at Chappaqua Central School District as the Student Life Coordinator and Performing Arts Chair. Previously, she spent 14 years at KIPP NYC as a dance teacher, Arts Department... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Forum 2 @ IU Leadership

General Technology

2:15pm EDT

Connect Hub: Measuring the Magic of Your Coaching Interactions

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Lyceum @ IU Leadership

Do you wonder how to collect data of your impact in your district? Discover how Connect Hub can transform your technology or instructional coaching by quantifying the intangible. Learn how to track, measure, and showcase the impact of your interactions with teachers, as well tracking themes and initiatives, turning qualitative data into actionable insights. Ideal for educational and instructional coaches and anyone looking to document their time and interactions effectively.

Speakers

Jennifer Cronk

Professional Developer, Scarsdale

Jennifer Cronk is a professional developer, teacher and a former director of information and technology. She began her career over 26 years ago and has pursued the fusion of pedagogy and technology ever since. Jennifer presents nationally at conferences and facilitates workshops on... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lyceum @ IU Leadership

Professional Learning

2:15pm EDT

Empowering Teachers and Students: Building a Community of Leaders

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Barn Rafters @ IU Barn

Create a community where both teachers and students grow as leaders. In this session, we’ll explore how technology can serve as a transformative tool for leadership development rather than being treated as a standalone skill. You'll learn how to cultivate a leadership culture by spreading technological fluency throughout your school and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment. Leave with practical strategies to turn your school into a hub of tech leadership, where everyone has a role in driving progress and success.

Speakers

Richard Calkins

Superintendent, Pocantico Hills CSD

Alana Winnick

Ed Tech Director, Pocantico Hills CSD

Alana Winnick is a visionary leader and the creative force behind The Generative Age, a book and podcast delving into generative artificial intelligence and its educational impact. She serves as the Educational Technology Director and Data Protection Officer for Pocantico Hills CSD... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Barn Rafters @ IU Barn

Professional Learning

2:15pm EDT

Middle School Mini Golf: Authentic Robotics and Fabrication Skills

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

I will be demonstrating a collaborative STEAM project which can involve two different grade levels. Firstly, groups of students (5th graders in our middle school) create mini-golf holes with moving features utilizing Hummingbird robotics and cardboard. Next, individual students (8th graders in our middle school) design and fabricate putters using wooden dowels for the shaft and 3D printed putter heads. Finally, both groups of students get to play the mini-golf holes with ping pong balls. Participants will get to interact with elements from all phases of this project - and get to play some mini-golf!

Speakers

Paul Rotstein

Technology Education Teacher, Middle School, Chappaqua Central School District

I teach Technology to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders at Robert E. Bell Middle School in Chappaqua, NY. With over a decade of experience teaching Architecture and Industrial Design, I've developed curricula that allow students to develop fabrication and 3D CAD skills while applying... Read More →

Warren Whitney

STEAM Teacher, Middle School, Chappaqua Central School District

I am currently a STEAM teacher at the middle school level, teaching my own 5th grade classes and supporting other teachers (5th - 8th) in STEAM projects. Previously, I was an elementary teacher (3rd and 4th grade) for thirty years, and devoted regular classroom time to STEAM pursuits... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Edison Hall 1 @ Innovation Lab

STEM/STEAM

2:15pm EDT

Welcome to the BLOCK Party: Building Empathetic Connections with LEGO

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

LEGO is for everyone! Join in to see how LEGO can be a powerful tool for creativity, critical thinking, and, most importantly, building empathy. In this interactive session, we’ll explore how LEGO can be used across all ages to foster real-world connections, storytelling, and problem-solving. Through hands-on building activities and paper resources, participants will experience how structured and open-ended LEGO challenges can encourage students to step into others' shoes, design with purpose, and engage deeply in their learning. Walk away with strategies, lesson ideas, and inspiration to bring LEGO-based empathy-building activities into your classroom or learning space.

Speakers

Amanda Burns

Instructional Tech Specialist, Yorktown Central School District

Amanda Burns has been working for the Yorktown Central School District Technology department for almost 20 years. She is a 2019 TELL Award Outstanding Innovative Teacher recipient and has presented and co-presented many times at LHRIC’s Tech Expo. Amanda spends most of her day integrating... Read More →

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Edison Hall 2 @ Innovation Lab

STEM/STEAM

2:15pm EDT

Engaging Early Learners

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

What do you expect learning to look like for your youngest students? And how can technology play a role? Join us for a discussion around how the use of technology should be intentional and natural, as well as age appropriate to meet the abilities of each learner.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
LE 103 & 104 @ IU Leadership

Vendor

2:15pm EDT

NYS Exclusive SMS, SPED, MTSS and AI Analytics all in One! SchoolTool.

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

Speakers

Jack Hibit

Director of Sales, School Tool

Breaking Data Silos: Connecting SMS, Analytics, SPED, and MTSS solutions to Drive Student Success

Sponsors

SchoolTool

Breaking Data Silos: Connecting SMS, Analytics, SPED, and MTSS solutions to Drive Student SuccessJack Hibit, Director of Sales - jack@mindex.com

Friday May 16, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
LE 107 & 108 @ IU Leadership

Vendor