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Thursday, March 6
 

12:45pm CST

The AI Revolution: Progress, Pitfalls and the Path Forward
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
The AI Revolution: Progress, Pitfalls, and the Path Forward," offers an engaging exploration of artificial intelligence, tracing its origins and examining its explosive development in recent years. This session will delve into the history of AI, from early theoretical foundations to its current transformative presence in education, industry, and everyday life. Participants will gain insight into AI's rapid integration into society and the profound ways in which it is shaping the education sector. The presentation will spotlight the potential for human-AI collaboration, showing how AI enhances creativity, efficiency, and decision-making, as well as highlighting some of the most inspiring use cases emerging today.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michael Oetken

Dr. Michael Oetken

Assistant Professor, Kansas State University Salina
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
KSU Union Cottonwood

12:45pm CST

Digital Well-Being: Tackling Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
With social media's prevalence and documented impact on youth well-being, students are more vulnerable than ever to the effects of constant digital connectivity. Educators are critical in helping students navigate these challenges and develop healthier tech habits. We will explore lessons designed to support teens in building self-agency and practicing mindfulness around tech use. Join us as we learn practical strategies that empower students to thrive in today's digital world.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Vinter

Adam Vinter

Education Outreach Manager, Common Sense Education
Adam is an Education Outreach Manager at Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Nebraska. He collaborates with Common Sense Media to help regional educators, students, and families approach media and technology thoughtfully while building healthy habits at school and home. By providing trustworthy... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room

4:00pm CST

AI in the Upper Elementary Classroom: Simple Strategies for Seamless Integration
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
As an upper elementary teacher, you’ve been hearing a lot about AI, and know it is something your students will encounter in their lives outside of school, if they haven’t already. You’d love to start teaching your students some foundational skills of AI, but it feels really overwhelming — and you still have ALL the curricular standards to teach! Does this sound like a thought that has crossed your mind? If so, consider this session: the presenter will discuss simple ways to start integrating AI throughout your lessons, and discuss how doing so can help your students learn about AI at the same time!
Speakers
avatar for Megan Mallon

Megan Mallon

5th grade teacher, Bluemont Elementary, USD 383
I am a life-long learner who is passionate about educational technology!
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
KSU Union Room 207

4:00pm CST

20 Techy Tidbits from a High School Math Teacher
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Come listen to 20 Techy Tidbits that I use on a regular basis in my high school math classroom. Most tools are available for free to some degree but a few of the tools are paid. Walk away with a new perspective on how you can use some resources you're probably already using and maybe learn about a new tool. Topics include: Schoology (or other LMS), Kahoot, Quizlet, Quizizz, Nerdle, Desmos, Classroom Screen, IXL, Pixel Art with Google Sheets, Daily Agendas with Google Slides, Plan Book with Google Docs, Class Announcements with Canva.

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Speakers
avatar for Markie Dinkel

Markie Dinkel

9th Grade Math Teacher, Seaman High School
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Lecture Room
 
Friday, March 7
 

8:00am CST

Leveraging AI for Chemistry Review
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Discover how AI-powered chatbots are transforming student review in the chemistry classroom. In this session, Aaron Vajnar shares strategies for leveraging conversational AI to reinforce key concepts, provide personalized feedback, and boost student confidence before assessments. Learn how chatbots can address diverse learning needs, encourage critical thinking, and create an interactive, self-paced review experience. Whether you're curious about AI's potential or ready to integrate it into your teaching, this session offers practical insights and inspiration to elevate student learning outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Vajnar

Aaron Vajnar

Chemistry, Geometry Instructor, Holton High School
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room D

8:00am CST

Supercharge Your Classroom and Revolutionize Your Feedback Loop
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Get ready to embark on an adventure into the future of education! Come join this interactive session on Class Companion, the AI-powered teaching assistant that will revolutionize your feedback process and supercharge your students' writing skills by providing instant, personalized feedback on written assignments, freeing up teachers' time and empowering students to become independent learners.

ClassCompanion.com
Speakers
avatar for Cinnemon Buie

Cinnemon Buie

Coordinator, Gardner Edgerton School District
Cinnemon is currently the Secondary Technology Integration Coordinator and District Assessment Coordinator in the Gardner Edgerton School District. She holds Masters Degrees in both Educational Administration and Instructional Design and Technology from Emporia State University, as... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Lecture Room

10:00am CST

AI in ELA? Never Heard of Her!
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
This workshop will guide you through the process of training your own AI chatbot tailored to KS writing standards. Discover how this powerful technology can enhance the quality of feedback, streamline the grading process, and increase the rigor of writing assessments.

Participants will learn how to create and implement a customized chatbot capable of providing consistent, standard-aligned feedback that supports student growth. This session is perfect for educators looking to save time while maintaining a high standard of instruction. Empower your teaching practice and transform how you approach grading with AI as your new teaching assistant!
Speakers
avatar for Meghan Mace

Meghan Mace

English Language Arts Grade 8, Ottawa Middle School
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood
  AI

10:00am CST

Establishing a Student Led Helpdesk
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Learn how to set up a student led helpdesk that gives students hands-on IT experience while delivering top-notch tech support to your school. This session will break down the steps to design, launch, and keep a successful student-led helpdesk running.
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Francis

Kelli Francis

Ed Tech Coach, JCHS
I have been in education for 10 years. I have taught ELA, World History, and now CS. 

Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
KSU Union Room 227

10:00am CST

STEM Adventure: Build, Code, and Conquer the Challenges!
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CST
In this 90-minute session, you'll collaborate in teams to tackle two exciting challenges. First, you'll design and build a device capable of carrying a payload while navigating a course powered by a Sphero. In the second challenge, your team will create a device to drive and retrieve rings from a custom-built gateway. This hands-on activity encourages critical thinking, engineering design, physics, coding, and more. While this session lasts 90 minutes, this project would typically take multiple class periods to fully complete.
Speakers
avatar for Jess Blouvan

Jess Blouvan

Tech Specialist in Coding and Robotics, Bishop Development Center, Topeka Kansas TPS 501
avatar for Gail Ramirez

Gail Ramirez

Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist, Topeka Public Schools
I am a district-level Curriculum Technology Integration Specialist. I am certified as a Google Trainer, Seesaw Certified Teacher, Wakelet Coach, Apple Learning Specialist, Microsoft Trainer, and Adobe Certified Expert/Trainer. I work with our computer science curriculum and coding... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room A

11:00am CST

AI in the Upper Elementary Classroom: Simple Strategies for Seamless Integration
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
As an upper elementary teacher, you’ve been hearing a lot about AI, and know it is something your students will encounter in their lives outside of school, if they haven’t already. You’d love to start teaching your students some foundational skills of AI, but it feels really overwhelming — and you still have ALL the curricular standards to teach! Does this sound like a thought that has crossed your mind? If so, consider this session: the presenter will discuss simple ways to start integrating AI throughout your lessons, and discuss how doing so can help your students learn about AI at the same time!
Speakers
avatar for Megan Mallon

Megan Mallon

5th grade teacher, Bluemont Elementary, USD 383
I am a life-long learner who is passionate about educational technology!
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
KSU Union Cottonwood
 

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