AI Showcase

Thank you for your interest in the AI Showcase! This year's event has concluded. The slide deck and the final program are available below. 

Ignite the Future: K-12 Generative AI Showcase

Date: March 27, 2025 9 AM- 4 PM

Format: Virtual Zoom Event

Description:

This inspiring virtual event showcases the transformative power of Generative AI in K-12 education. This event is designed for teachers, administrators, and anyone passionate about the future of learning.

The day will begin with a keynote address by a leading expert in Generative AI, followed by breakout sessions led by K-12 educators who have successfully implemented AI tools in their school districts. You'll see firsthand how AI is being used to enhance creativity, personalize learning, and prepare students for the future.

Keynote Speaker:

Mr. Nicholas Lee-Romagnolo, Amazon Web Services

Call for Proposals:

We invite K-12 educators, administrators, and staff to submit proposals for breakout sessions showcasing their innovative use of Generative AI. All proposals should include:

• Title of presentation

• Presenter(s) information

• Target audience (grade level, subject area)

• Learning objectives

• Presentation summary (approximately 200-300 words)

Proposal Submission Deadline: February 18, 2025

Review Process:

A committee of experienced educators and AI experts will review all proposals and select the most innovative and impactful presentations for the event. Proposals will be scored using the following rubric. 

Breakout Session Topics (Examples):

Classroom Level:

• A middle school English teacher's use of ChatGPT to create differentiated writing prompts and provide personalized feedback

• Using AI art generators to enhance student engagement in elementary art classes while teaching digital literacy

• Implementing AI-powered math tutoring to support individualized learning in high school algebra

School Level:

• Building a school-wide AI literacy program that empowers students to be ethical AI users

• Creating an AI policy framework balancing innovation with academic integrity

• Developing teacher mentorship programs for AI integration across departments

Division Level:

• Implementing district-wide professional development programs for AI literacy

• Creating guidelines for ethical AI use across multiple schools

• Designing cross-school collaborative projects using AI tools

Interactive Elements:

All breakout sessions will include demonstrations, interactive activities, and opportunities for participants to engage with the presenters and each other.

Deliverables:

Participants will leave each session with concrete takeaways, such as lesson plans, activity ideas, or resources to help them implement Generative AI in their classrooms.

Registration:

Registration will open in March 2025 and will be free for all attendees.