Colleen Russell-Rawlins is an accomplished educator with a career that spans three decades and includes senior leadership positions with the Peel and Toronto District School Board (TDSB), Canada’s largest school boards. During her tenure at the TDSB as an educator and leader, equity was the foundation for improving student confidence, engagement, and achievement.

As the Associate Director at the Toronto District School Board, she led the team responsible for the TDSB’s Multi-Year Strategic Action Plan which included improving early literacy, family engagement, childcare, and professional learning in equity, anti-racism, and anti-oppression.

Prior to returning to the TDSB as the Director of Education, Colleen served as the Interim Director of Education for the Peel District School Board where she led the implementation of the Directives from The Ministry of Education’s Review of the Board focused on eliminating anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism and ensuring effective governance, leadership, and human resource practices. 

About Katina:

Katina Papulkas, a Senior Education Strategist at Dell Technologies, empowers learners through technology, fostering engagement and championing STEM and AI-enabled education

Closing Keynote:

Katina will be closing out the Unleashing Learning 2024 conference with a talk that covers the Age of AI.

"Empowering the Future: Navigating Learning in the Age of AI" offers a balanced exploration of the remarkable opportunities and the tangible challenges of integrating AI into K-12 education. Designed specifically for educators, this engaging talk explores how AI can personalize learning and make education more accessible, while also addressing the critical challenges of equity, ethics, and the digital divide. Join us for a thought-provoking session that promises not only to inspire, but also to equip educators with an increased awareness of AI, ensuring that it serves as a force for inclusivity and innovation in the classroom.