June 18th, 2025 @ STEAM Academy
in Lexington, Kentucky

Registration and Networking

Student Panel

ROOM 232
Not Just An Art Show:  Exhibitions of Learning In The Arts
Melanie Hofmann, Hopkins County

ROOM 238
You Can Do That With An Index Card? Using Narrative to Ignite Hope
Mary Slone, Floyd County

ROOM 126
The Hybrid Learning Singularity: Designing for Agency, Connection, and Authenticity
Mike Paul, Bullitt County

ROOM 127
Leveraging AI Technology to Transform Learning Experiences
Stacey Schwisher, Bullitt County

ROOM 129
Innovation in Education: National Perspectives and Kentucky in Context
Virgel Hammonds, Aurora Institute

ROOM 222
Bringing Lessons to Life: Infusing Vibrant Learning into HQIRs
KDE’s Regional Innovation Specialists, 

ROOM 228
Supercharge Your PLCs with Notebook LM
Dylan Smith, Oldham County

ROOM 232
Designed for Discovery: A Look at Virtual, Hybrid, and Hands-On Learning Spaces
Brooke Stansbury & Loren Queener, Corbin SOI

ROOM 236
EDGE - A Model for Deeper Learning
Sarah Schoble and Justin  Kaiser, Beechwood Independent

ROOM 238
Reach for The Stars: The Journey of Deeper Learning in Hopkins County Schools
Detra Eichhorn, Sarah Buchanan and Melanie Hofmann, Hopkins County

ROOM 126
Valiant Viking: Unleashing Vibrant Learning with EdTech and HQIRsz
Pam Rowland & Brandy Carver, Rowan County

ROOM 127
Creating a Student-Centered Defense of Learning System
James Neihof & Whitney Paul, GRREC & Caverna Independent

ROOM 129
Beyond the Cycle: Engaging Young Minds Through Immersive Learning and Expanding Networks
Kiauna Coleman, Fayette County

ROOM 222
Rethinking Assessment: Authentic Strategies for the ELA Classroom
Yvonne Hensley & Jeffrey Hughes, Fleming County

ROOM 228
Root Deep, Grow Tall: Connecting communities and students to explore local history and build a better future
Lindsay Johnson, Rowan County

ROOM 232
Ethical AI integration into the writing process through reflection and inquiry
John Brewer, Jefferson County

ROOM 236
Gory Road: How Technology and Narrative Make the Past Live
Tabitha Berger & Mary Slone, Floyd County

Lunch and Learn

ROOM 126
Connecting the Dots: Building Coherence in a Competency-Based School
Cassie Zenner & Jennifer Stotts, GRREC & Metcalfe County

ROOM 127
Little Minds, Big Ideas
Bailey Dyer, Dawson Springs Independent

ROOM 129
Our Journey. Our Voice. Our Story: Launching a Middle School Defense of Learning
Claudett Edie, Fayette County

ROOM 222
Design Thinking for Every Classroom
John Ashcraft, Carroll/iLead

ROOM 228
Baby Teachers do BIG Things!
Chelsea Morrison & T&L Pathway Students, Allen County

ROOM 232
Building Competencies through Inter-disciplinary Project-Based Learning
Emily Sambrook, Scott County 

ROOM 126
Competency-based Learning in Action
Elisa Beth Brown and James Neihof and Angela Ford and Madeline Allen, GRREC, Taranga 

ROOM 127
Holler Watchers: Backyard Birding in the Bluegrass: An Appalachian Adventure into Elementary Ornithology and STEM
Jeannena Summers, Jackson County

ROOM 129
Beyond the Classroom: Empowering Students Through Showcases
Amy Leasgang, Doug Osborne, & Jessica Talley, Bullitt County

ROOM 222
Teaching English in a STEM Setting
Kris Hubbuch, iLead

ROOM 228
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Students in Poverty Through the Portrait of a Learner
Sarah Buchanan & Erika Stark, Hopkins County

ROOM 232
Appy Days are Here Again
Caroline Clayton, Shelby County

ROOM 236
Coaching for Vibrant Learning: Empowering Teachers & Students Through Simple Shifts and Creative Cycles
Megan Mahoy, Henry County