Future-Focused Learning Summit 2024

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7:00am EDT

Registration, Networking, and Vendor Exploration (Coffee and Light Refreshments)

8:00am EDT

Coding the Future: Reimagining K-12 Education in an AI-Driven World AuditoriumDr. Joe Yun

8:45am EDT

Network and Charge Library AI and the Law: What Do Educators Need To Know? StudioRachelle Dené Poth Integrating AI in Science Instruction for Efficiency & Excellence AA209Katherine Hulings Learning WITH and ABOUT AI: Innovative Approaches from CMU AC203Dr. Nesra Yannier • Ruiwei Xiao Practical AI Tools for Guiding & Creating Educational Content: The Stoplight Method, Brisk Teaching, Magic School, & Education Blueprint AB207Bridget Belardi • Jeff Gargas • Dr. Richard Garris • Dr. Kelly Pascarella Strength Across Schools: Integrating Justice, CT, and ELA in a World of AI AC209Georjette McDonnell • Cassie Quigley Success for Every Student: How to Gain a Comprehensive Understanding of Student Behavior and Needs in a Matter of Minutes AC213Jeff Zwiebel Transforming Administrative Workloads in K-12 Schools AB212Chuck Herring • Natasha Dirda • Kristin Deichler • Kevin Maurer • Tyler Geist Using Ai for Real Personalized Feedback AA214Aman Sahota • Lyndsy Popeck Q&A with Dr. Joe Yun AuditoriumDr. Joe Yun So You Can Build With AI Too: Building AI For Your Context AA211Wyman Khuu

9:30am EDT

Network and Charge Library Prompt Like a Pro AA216James Hausman III

9:45am EDT

CMU's Impact: Middle School Math Learning Projects and Partnerships AC203Conrad Borchers • Dr. Erin Gatz Building Digital Trust: Protecting Our Students with AIU's Digital Trust Hub AC201Richard Platts Flights of Innovation: Students Harness the Design Process in partnership with The National Aviary AB214Lydia Sopp Make it Fun: Boosting Student Engagement through AI-Powered Personalized Learning AA210 More than Bitcoin AC207Bob Reasey Self Care for Educators AB210Julie Evans • Kristy Frohliger Smashing Glass Ceilings in STEM: How to Build a Female Drone Academy AA208Emily Sanders • Janeen Peretin • Kristin Deichler AI-Powered Classrooms: Bridging the Gap between Humans and Machines StudioRachelle Dené Poth Future-Focused Leadership: Driving Innovation and Growth Conference CenterCindy Zajac • Michael Allison • Carol Sprinker How to Train your Robot: A Hands On Approach to Teaching AI AA213Erin Whitaker

10:45am EDT

Drone Demo GymEmily Sanders • Janeen Peretin • Kristin Deichler AI in Schools: Navigating the Procurement Maze AC201Richard Platts AI Inspired Project-Based Learning AA216Michelle Lockette • James Hausman III Beyond the Algorithm: Real Student Experiences with AI Auditorium Growing STEM Opportunities for Neurodiverse Sudents Freight FarmDr. Matthew Callison • Kara Pappas • Dr. Rachel Andler • Kayleigh Stultz How to do PD for AI AC209Liz Gallo Innovating with Confidence: Empowering Educators to Explore AI in a Supportive Environment AB216Jason Hank • Tara O'Leary • Aimee Firmani • Emily Sanders LiteTouch in Education AB212LiteTouch Navigating New Frontiers: Integrating AI into Student Learning and Accountability AA207Dan Beck Stepping into the Future: Immersive Reality in Education Library CAVERNSteve Audia • Ezra Hill • Stacey Barth Network and Charge Library

11:30am EDT

Lunch, Networking, and Vendor Exploration Network and Charge Library

12:30pm EDT

Afternoon Keynote AuditoriumDr. Aaron Sams

1:15pm EDT

AI Monsters: Overcoming Negative Misperceptions in Education AB207Tiffany Petricini Empowering Special Education with AI: Tools for Teachers, Success for Students AB216Dr. Kellee Oliver • Jaclyn Smithhammer • Emily Sanders eSports Showcase FA209James Hausman III • Stacey Barth The Beat of Tomorrow: Exploring the Impact of AI on Music Education AC211Kevin Maurer Three Reasons Why AI Will Never Replace You in the Classroom (But Can Be a Great Multiplier of Effort!) AA214Brian Stamford Van Robotics-How AI Can Provide Personalized Learning Support in the K-5 Classroom! AC203Corey Pitz Q&A with Dr. Aaron Sams AuditoriumDr. Aaron Sams Network and Charge Library Lead the Change: Transitioning from Teacher to Principal Conference CenterCarol Sprinker So You Can Build With AI Too: Building AI For Your Context AA211Wyman Khuu Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Schools: A Leadership Approach StudioDr. Michelle Miller

2:15pm EDT

Amplifying Voices: How AI is Transforming Classroom Dialogue in South Fayette AC201Scott Wolf • Jacqueline Mannina • Kristin Deichler Bridging the Reading Gap Using AI AC207Hunter Barnhart Growing STEM Opportunities for Neurodiverse Sudents Freight FarmDr. Rachel Andler • Dr. Matthew Callison • Kara Pappas • Kayleigh Stultz Self Care for Educators AB210Julie Evans • Kristy Frohliger Teaching AI in High School Computer Science Classrooms: Practical Resources and Strategies AB214Tamar McPherson Unlocking AI: Transforming Classrooms with MagicSchool AC213Mike Kisow Using Generative AI for Writing Across the Curriculum - A District Success Story AA209Eric Sparkenbaugh Network and Charge Library

4:00pm EDT

Networking Happy Hour - Hosted by the PA Principals Association and Sponsored by: TinkRWorks The Railyard Grill and Tap RoomCarol Sprinker