Each professional development session will be held online via Zoom and will be about 20-25 minutes long with five minutes for Q&A.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5-9 PM EDT
Topic
Presenters
Time
Session URL
Improving Technology Integration Through Reliability, Access, and Effective Classroom Implementation
Ashton Schwarzer and Frankia Ruffin
5:00
What are the Perceived Benefits and Limitations of Using GenAI Tools for Teachers in k-8 Educational Contexts?
Jessi Taylor
5:30
From Enhancement to Transformation: Designing Tech-Rich Learning That Actually Changes Student Thinking in the Elementary Classroom
Taryn Wood
6:00
Online Whiteboards: Tools for Classroom Structure and Engagement
Keri Dixon and Kelby Mathis
6:30
AI Guidelines: Teacher and student use inside the classroom
Stephen Kreyenbul and Matthew Riden
7:00
Designing a Technology Integration PD Series for Middle School Science Argumentation
Jasmine Thomas
7:30
Using Assistive Technology to Increase Reading Comprehension in Students with Learning Disabilities
Raven Pugh
8:00
Beyond Devices: Using Digital Scaffolds to Increase Engagement and Access in Rural Middle School Classrooms
Kelly Erwin Lee
8:30
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 5-9 PM EDT
Tech with Purpose: Digital Tools That Empower ESOL Learners
Abbey Allen, Hannah Nofal, Danielle Ellis
5:00
From Consumption to Creation: Empowering Elementary Learners Through Purposeful Technology
Kayleigh Hunter
5:30
Using AI Tools to Plan Featuring Notebook LM
Tara Yeoman
6:00
Boosting Student Motivation through Digital Choice Boards and Personalized Learning Paths
Krystle White and Kenya Chatam
6:30
Research to Rollout: How new technology is researched, teachers are trained, and how the product is implemented into the classroom
Kia Kind
7:00
Reducing Triggers through Tech: AI-Driven Differentiation with Brisk for the EBD Classroom
Annmarie Avila
7:30
From Planning to Practice: Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Teaching and Learning
Aisha Hakim
8:00
Authentic Assessment: Real Solutions for the Age of AI
Phillips Griffin
8:30