Edu-Tech and Edu-Tech Academics - February 26-28, 2023

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Edu-Tech & Edu-Tech Academics focuses on delivering real-world insights, first-hand experiences and practical ideas that have been tried by other districts. We know that implementing new technology solutions, updating classrooms and curriculum initiatives isn’t a one department job, but a collaboration of different departments. Our goal is for you to gain new concepts and approaches to yield positive results in your bottom line.

Edu-Tech and Edu-Tech Academics brings together the heads of Technology and Curriculum & Instruction from K-12 school districts. It provides a forum to collaborate, strategize and discover innovative ideas for the challenges faced by your district. We believe in creating a memorable, collaborative and effective experience focused on continuous improvement for technology and academics. Sit down with your peers in an intimate setting and learn new ideas and get help from your colleagues from other districts. Benchmark your solutions. Explore what true collaboration really is about.

The Summit Experience

1:00 pm	Registration
2:00 pm	Tour – Palm Springs Unified School District Palm Springs Unified School District is a leader in drone technology and educational opportunities bringing hands-on construction, programming, and flight opportunities to our middle and high school students. The tour will include PSUSD Esports program, specifically the Esports setup for the season finals. A brief overview of PSUSD Esports and the creation of the Desert Valley Esport Alliance. Participants will also see PSUSD Drone Soccer Setup with optional hands-on session.
5:30 pm	Welcome Cocktail Reception
6:30 pm	Opening Keynote Start with Yes, Build Powerful Teams, Get Out of the Way Insights and reflections from leading a forward-thinking, innovative school district. Presented by Dr. Mike Swize, Superintendent, Palm Springs Unified School District
7:30 pm	Dinner Reception

7:15 am	Breakfast & Itinerary Pick-Up
8:00 am	Opening Session Presented by Joe Way, PhD, CTS, Director, Learning Environments, Information Technology Services, University of Southern California
9:05 am	Roundtables & Refreshments
9:40 am	Roundtables & Refreshments
10:20 am	Academics A Tale of Two Districts – Connecting the Wires to Student Outcomes Presented by Terrence Davis, Superintendent, Banning Unified School District
	Technology Creating a High Performing School System: Research Based Best Practices for Educators Presented by Dr. Edward Lee Vargas, Retired AASA Superintendent of the Year for CA and WA
10:50 am	Academics Trauma-Informed Practices to Develop Safe and Supportive Learning Environments Presented by Julie Shivanonda, Director of Social Emotional Learning and Development, Tucson Unified School District
	*Technology* Moving from Dream to STEAM Presented by Berny Duke, Teacher, Van Independent School District Jason Johnson, Chief Technology Officer, Van Independent School District Karla Rainey, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Van Independent School District
11:35 am	Roundtables
12:15 pm	Roundtables
12:50 pm	Luncheon
1:50 pm	Academics Literacy Isn’t Just for the ELA Class Presented by Elizabeth Lalor, Deputy Superintendent for Educational Support and School Administration, Galena Park Independent School District
	Technology Tips for Navigating the Sea of Big Data Travis Taylor, Ph.D., Instructional Technology Specialist, Little Rock School District
2:25 pm	Roundtables & Refreshments
3:05 pm	Roundtables & Refreshments
3:45 pm	Academics Best Practices in Online Education: Let’s Explore the A.G.I.L.E (Advanced Global Interactive Learning Environment) Presented by Kahle Charles, Assistant Superintendent Assessment, Curriculum, and Instruction, St. Vrain Valley Schools
	Technology Key Pieces in Becoming an Innovative School District of Technology Presetend by David Whaley-Weems, Sr. Technology Director, Pecos Barstow Toyah Independent School District
4:15 pm	Fireside Chat Presented by Berj Akian, CEO, ClassLink Dr. Cody Mize, Superintendent, Mineola Independent School District Dr. Daisy Morales, Superintendent, Live Oak School District
5:05 pm	Cocktail Reception
7:00 pm	Networking Dinner

8:00 am	Breakfast
8:30 am	Academics Proactively identifying Social and Emotional Barriers to Student Learning – Data Driven Counseling Presented by Jason C. Faulkner, Director of Accountability and Instruction, Laurel County Schools
	Technology Creating the Mousetrap: Knocking Down Barriers to Commercial Construction Presented by Mac Beaton, Director, Workforce & Career, Henrico County Public Schools Beverly Cocke, Workforce & Career Development Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools Susan Moore, Director of Construction & Maintenance, Henrico County Public Schools
9:05 am	Roundtables & Refreshments
9:45 am	Roundtables & Refreshments
10:25 am	Panel: Accessible, Inclusive & Equitable Learning Experiences for All Students Panelists Kerry Fergason, Learning Management Systems Specialist, Education Service Center, Region 11 Elizabeth Lalor, Deputy Superintendent for Educational Support and School Administration, Galena Park Independent School District Karla Rainey, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Van Independent School District Julie Shivanonda, Director of Social Emotional Learning and Development, Tucson Unified School District David Whaley-Weems, Sr. Technology Director, Pecos Barstow Toyah Independent School District
11:15 am	Closing Lunch

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Margaritaville Palms Springs Resort
1600 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Edu-Tech and Edu-Tech Academics are invitation-only Summits for the heads of technology and curriculum and instruction from the largest school districts in the country. Registrations are complimentary via scholarships for school district administrators and include 2 nights of accommodations at the conference venue, meals, networking functions and access to all conference sessions. Solution providers are able to attend through sponsorship with a limit of three companies per category.

We welcome school district administrators and solution providers to be involved.

Highlights

Technology Topics
Cyber Security: How to Address & Enforce • 1-to-1 Policies Across K-12 Education • Learning Management Systems: Evidence of Collaboration • Student Devices: Fees, Insurance & Finance • Tech Integrations with Curriculum & Instruction • IT Sustainability: Upgrading School Networks • Education Technology: Build Better Teaching • Learning Experiences to Achieve Higher Learning Outcome • Virtual & Augmented Reality: Unlimited Opportunities

Academics Topics
Experiential Learning: Real World Situations • Teacher Instruction & Self-Directed Activities: Blended Learning • Bite-Sized Learning • STEAM Curriculum • Self-Paced & Self-Chosen Projects: Genius Hour • Project-Based Learning • A Healthy Relationship with Digital Media: Digital Citizen • Gamification

Roundtable Collaboration Meetings:
Edu-Tech and Edu-Tech Academics are designed to change the way school districts discover solutions. We provide the ability to learn about cutting-edge solutions with proven results used by other districts across the country. The relaxed atmosphere provides the opportunity to have open and candid conversations with senior executives to discuss industry trends and challenges. Prior to the meeting, attendees will make selections of the roundtable topics they choose to participate in based on their districts’ priorities and needs. The senior executives within the solution organizations moderate scheduled roundtables creating the opportunity for districts to share their challenges with those at the table and walk away with actionable information.
Exceptional Networking Opportunities
We strive to maximize your face-to-face time by providing a multitude of avenues to engage the senior executives in attendance. The agenda incorporates cocktail receptions, networking lunches and a specially selected offsite dinner at a nearby venue. Leverage the meeting’s relaxed atmosphere and after hours networking activities to build strong personal relationships with current and future clients.

Testimonials

Adelanto Elementary School District
Allentown City School District
Amphitheater Public Schools
Austin Independent School District
Baltimore City Public Schools
Birmingham City Schools
Capistrano Unified School District
Clarksville-Montgomery County School District
Chico Unified School District
Deer Valley Unified School District
District of Columbia Public Schools
Fort Bend Independent School District
Galena Park ISD
Henrico County Public Schools
Mansfield Independent School District
Millard Public Schools
Olathe Public School #233
Orange Unified School District
Peoria Unified School District
Pflugerville ISD
Phoenix Coding Academy
Phoenix Union High School District
Pittsburgh Public Schools
Poudre School District
Prince Georges County Public Schools
Saratoga Springs City School District
Socorro Independent School District
Stafford County Public Schools
Tempe Union High School District
The School District of Osceola County
Toledo Public Schools
Washington County School District
Winston Salem/Forsyth County Schools

Attendee Breakdown

I love that this conference brings together academics, technology & facilities. I love the format and intimate conference style. As a leader in my district, I find some “nuggets” to implement in my district. CTE Director

Austin ISD

It’s an experience that facilitates and encourages more substantive conversations with fellow attendees and the solution providers. CTO

Albermarle County Public Schools

Edu-Tech was a great forum to see emerging technology solutions, network with K-12 IT leaders around the country, and discover new ideas. Executive Director of IT

Durham County Schools

This conference is a quality event that allows curriculum, technology, and key vendors to collaborate with the goal of focusing on the needs of our schools. Taking solutions back to our school district always occur after attending these quality sessions. Director of Media & Instruction Tech

School District of Osceola County

At a typical tradeshow, you find yourself in a sea of vendors searching for ways to engage with potential customers to explain how you can provide value to their organizations. It can feel hurried and almost impossible to have a meaningful conversations. At Edu-Tech the roundtable meetings provide an opportunity to connect for real conversations in a relaxed fashion. In my experience attendees are engaged, open-minded, and looking to learn about what we have to offer and how it can impact their school districts. This event is a must for us every year. Sales Director

ByteSpeed

One of the best conferences and opportunities to network outside of the district I have ever engaged in. Director of Technology

Victoria Independent School District

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Current as of February 23, 2023

Attendee Breakdown