From the manual precision of the abacus to the instant intelligence of Alexa, this session explores how AI can transform from a high-tech novelty into your most versatile teaching assistant. We will move beyond the hype to focus on practical strategies for automating lesson differentiation and providing real-time, personalized feedback for every student. By delegating the "grunt work" to digital tools, you’ll discover how to reclaim your prep time and focus on the high-impact human connections that matter most. Join us to learn how the AI frontier isn't about replacing the teacher but empowering the educator to meet every learner exactly where they are.
Mr. Geiman is an award-winning educator and instructional technology leader with over two decades of experience in K–12 education. Since 2017, he has served as a K–12 Instructional Technology Coordinator for the Eastern Lancaster County School District. In May 2024, he was appointed adjunct professor at Elizabethtown College, where he develops and teaches graduate level coursework for the Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technology Leadership Certificate. His professional interests include AI integration in education, instructional design, leadership development, and equitable technology implementation. He is a 2006 Keystone Technology Innovator and a frequent presenter at national and international education conferences.
Mr. McCray is the Director of Innovation and Instructional Technology for the Waynesboro Area School District, where he leads transformative initiatives that elevate teaching and learning through strategic technology integration. With 15 years of experience in K–12 education, he brings a practitioner’s perspective to systems-level innovation. A Penn State doctoral candidate advancing research-informed practice, he bridges theory and implementation to create future-ready learning environments. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Wilson College, designing and delivering graduate courses in Educational Technology. A frequent presenter at regional, national, and international conferences. He has helped plan the annual Keystone Technology Innovators (KTI) Summit in Shippensburg, PA for the past four years, he advances leadership, professional learning, and meaningful digital transformation in education.