AGENDA

Join us to meet with district leaders and participate in actionable sessions, group discussions and networking to expand your PLN.

Saturday, June 27, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Registration & Breakfast

Attendees arrive to register, network, and enjoy breakfast, as well as get their “Passport to Prizes” pass. Throughout the day, attendees will complete their Passport by visiting with our partners either in scheduled meetings or during lunch if they do not have scheduled meetings.

 
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome & Introductions
Edtech luminary and international keynote speaker Carl Hooker brings his enthusiasm and passion for education to the Summit as our host and MC for the day. 

Carl Hooker
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Keynote: Uncertainty is the New Normal: Future-Proofing Innovation in Schools

In an era of rapid technological change, shifting policies, and unpredictable global events, uncertainty is no longer an occasional disruption—it’s the new normal. For EdTech leaders, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity. How can we build systems, strategies, and mindsets that sustain innovation in schools, even when the future is unclear? This keynote will explore how education leaders can cultivate adaptability, leverage emerging technologies like AI, and design resilient innovation ecosystems that thrive amid disruption.

Carl Hooker
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Problem-Solving Table Discussions or Partner Meetings
During this breakout, attendees either participate in a problem-solving table discussion or meet with industry partners. Table discussions will include:

  • Adaptive Learning Tools
  • Creating Equitable Access to Computer Science
  • Addressing Bias in AI
  • The Importance of Digital Literacy in the AI Age
  • To Ban or Not to Ban Cell Phones?
  • Scaling & Implementing Digital Literacy
Frank Murray Charlie Hinsch Christy Irvin Chantell Manahan Amy Ramsdell Charles Randolph
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Problem-Solving Table Discussions or Partner Meetings
During this breakout, attendees either participate in a problem-solving table discussion or meet with industry partners. Table discussions will include:

  • Recruiting & Retaining Talented, Passionate Educators
  • Effective AI Professional Development Programs
  •  Next-Gen Tools: AR/VR
  • Making the Most of Your Tech Funding
  • Personalizing Learning with AI
Melissa Adkins Chantell Manahan Jennifer Parker Amy Ramsdell Greg Reichelt
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Problem-Solving Table Discussions or Partner Meetings
During this breakout, attendees either participate in a problem-solving table discussion or meet with industry partners. Table discussions will include:

  • Preparing Students for Careers with Project-Based Learning
  • Playing Nicely Together: The Value of Interoperability
  • Gamifying Teaching & Assessment
  • Scaling Innovation with Change Management
  • PD for District Leaders
  • Keeping District Campuses Secure
Gregory Bagby Matt Joseph Lance Key Julianne Ross-Kleinmann Terri Webb
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Navigating the Rapid Evolution of AI

 

Rene Anaya
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Networking Lunch  & Meet Our Partners

 
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Making the Most of Your Funding

Keith Krueger
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Screen Time: Facts vs. Myths 

Carl Hooker
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Problem-Solving Table Discussions or Partner Meetings

During this breakout, attendees either participate in a problem-solving table discussion or meet with industry partners. Table discussions will include: 

  • STEM & Hands-On Learning Experiences
  • Rethinking Learning Spaces
  • Building an AI Framework
  • Privacy & AI: What You Need to Know
  • Evaluating AI Tools: Finding the right tools to prepare students for future careers
  • Enhancing Learning Experiences with Effective Technology Integration
Phil Hintz Carl Hooker Dr. Allegra McGrew Trina Reaves Kimberly Zajac
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Problem-Solving Table Discussions or Partner Meetings

During this breakout, attendees either participate in a problem-solving table discussion or meet with industry partners. Table discussions will include: 

  • Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
  • Personalizing PD: Adding Voice & Choice
  • Esports & Special Education
  • Improving Family Engagement and Student Attendance with an Effective Home-School Communication Plan
  • The Role of School Leaders in Championing and Modeling Innovation
  • Preparing our Future District Leaders
Gregory Bagby Jennifer Clements Lance Key Pattie Morales Trina Reaves
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Team Activity: Moving to Action

Attendees work in teams to create a short slide presentation that presents a solution to one of the topics covered in the day’s agenda. Attendees vote on the best presentation and the winning team gets prizes.

 
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Awards Ceremony 

The winners of the Tech & Learning Innovative Leader awards will be announced, followed by the Passport to Prizes drawing.

 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Closing Reception & Dinner: Kennedy Space Center,  Location Gateway to Space Building

Relax and reflect on the day’s learning at the closing Summit dinner.