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Thursday, March 6
 

9:00am CST

Elevating Your Device Lifecycle Experience in K12
Thursday March 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
This session will be a live demonstration on an innovative approach to device lifecycle management. We will spend this time highlighting how CDW, Acer, Lock n Charge, and Incident IQ can leverage their technology to create a seamless way to manage the lifecycle of the devices that students, teachers and staff use daily. Join us to learn & see firsthand how technology can seamlessly integrate to make the student, staff, and teacher experience with devices easier to manage. 
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Megan Peterson, CDW

K-12 Client Executive, KS/MO, CDW Education
Thursday March 6, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

12:45pm CST

Unlocking the Power of AI: An Introduction to How Gemini Can Support K-12 Educators and Administrators
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Discover how Gemini can help educators and administrators save time and enhance their effectiveness. This session will explore the core functionalities of Gemini and discuss its potential impact on K-12 teaching and learning emphasizing how Gemini can assist with tasks such as lesson planning, content creation, and personalized feedback. Explore practical strategies for integrating Gemini into your daily workflow to maximize its benefits.
Slides available here: http://tinyurl.com/MACE25GeminiCDW
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Tindle, CDW - Amplified for Education

Michelle Tindle, CDW - Amplified for Education

Education Solution Specialist, CDW - Amplified for Education
As an Education Solution Specialist, I'm here to help K-12 schools realize the power of Google for Education products and how they can utilize these tools to improve efficiency, increase student engagement and give valuable time back to all staff from the teachers to the IT department... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

1:45pm CST

Elevating Your Teacher & Student Experience with Acer
Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
During this session, Trey Payne from Acer will take you on a journey through Acer's plan to improve teacher and student experiences in 2025. You will learn about the innovations coming to their devices and about how Acer can create a superior
 support experience.
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Trey Payne, Acer - CDW Partner

Senior Territory Sales Manager, Acer - CDW Partner
Thursday March 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

3:00pm CST

Self-Serve Smart Lockers: Solving Daily Student Chromebook Problems with No Staff Involvement
Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Inspired by the seamless experiences offered by industry giants like Amazon, in this session I'll introduce the concept of self-serve smart lockers in schools. Imagine a day where students can swiftly access loaner devices, charge their Chromebooks securely, or even swap out a malfunctioning device, all at their convenience and all without staff involvement. In this session, we'll delve into how smart lockers revolutionize the student experience, providing real-world examples of top performing and forward-thinking schools are reaping the benefits. Don't miss out on discovering this game-changer that enhances educational experiences while streamlining operations.
Speakers
avatar for Eric Blumthal, LocknCharge - CDW Partner

Eric Blumthal, LocknCharge - CDW Partner

Senior Account Executive, LocknCharge - CDW Partner
I help school districts physically manage, store, distribute, loan, and track laptops, tablets, and phones using IoT self-serve smart locker systems and secure charging stations / carts.
Thursday March 6, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

4:00pm CST

From Chaos to Cohesion: Streamlining Your District’s Tech Stack
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
The modern K-12 school district typically features a kaleidoscope of data coming in from many isolated systems and platforms. Overburdened IT staff are then called on to create from this data a coherent big picture — a task easier said than done. This session will offer insights about an approach they’ve found crucial to success: prioritizing unified, comprehensive platforms for managing everything from campus facilities to student devices.
Speakers
avatar for Jake Timberlake, Incident IQ - CDW Partner

Jake Timberlake, Incident IQ - CDW Partner

Account Executive, Incident IQ - CDW Partner
Hi, I’m Jake Timberlake, an Account Executive at Incident IQ, focused on helping Kansas school districts streamline their IT ticketing, asset management, and facilities workflows. With years of experience in K-12 technology solutions, I work closely with IT and operations teams... Read More →
Thursday March 6, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm CST
Alumni Banquet Room C
 
Friday, March 7
 

8:00am CST

Tips to Differentiate Reading Instruction (REPEAT)
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
In this session you'll walk away with tips and tricks to differentiate reading instruction for all learners. You'll learn how to harness the power of technology to support readers at all levels.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Stock

Josh Stock

6th Grade Literacy Teacher, Santa Fe Trail Middle School
https://mrstockrocks.com. Josh loves getting great books into the hands of kids who want to read them. Over the past five years he has given away over 4000 used books and 2000 new books to kids across the district.Josh was selected as one of the National School Board Association’s... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

9:00am CST

Google Looker Studio: Personalized Data Dashboards
Friday March 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Google Looker Studio: Your Data's New Best Friend! Tired of drowning in a sea of spreadsheets and endless data reports? Dive into the world of Google Looker Studio, where data visualization meets fun! Transform your complex data into stunning, interactive dashboards that will make your students and colleagues say "Wow!" Learn how to easily connect to various data sources, create eye-catching charts and graphs, and share your insights with a few clicks. Whether you're tracking student progress, analyzing classroom performance, or simply want to add a touch of pizzazz to your presentations, Looker Studio is the tool you need. Join us for a session filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of data! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-2OQMxsKy6Q_dRK3xXWl24PeOmQV--VHtvfJer4iVGQ/edit?usp=sharing
Speakers
avatar for Jason Crist

Jason Crist

Assistant Technology Director, USD 264 Clearwater Schools
Friday March 7, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

10:00am CST

Unleash and Explore with Google Arts and Culture
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
This engaging session will equip elementary educators with the knowledge and strategies to seamlessly integrate this incredible resource into your teaching across various subjects. Discover how to bring content to life through virtual field trips and primary source analysis, explore the diverse cultures of the world through art and literature, and enhance reading and science instruction with stunning visuals and interactive experiences and games.

Learn how to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning in your students by unlocking the potential of Google Arts & Culture. Join me and discover a world of learning beyond the textbook!
Speakers
avatar for Lori Rice

Lori Rice

@MSLRice
I began teaching in 1996 in the very elementary school I attended as a student. I have taught reading, K, 1st, 4th and looped K/1 (an excellent experience). I am currently teaching K-2 elementary and K-12 gifted for Manhattan Virtual Academy online.My passion is helping students think... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C

11:00am CST

Tips to Differentiate Reading Instruction (REPEAT)
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
In this session you'll walk away with tips and tricks to differentiate reading instruction for all learners. You'll learn how to harness the power of technology to support readers at all levels.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Stock

Josh Stock

6th Grade Literacy Teacher, Santa Fe Trail Middle School
https://mrstockrocks.com. Josh loves getting great books into the hands of kids who want to read them. Over the past five years he has given away over 4000 used books and 2000 new books to kids across the district.Josh was selected as one of the National School Board Association’s... Read More →
Friday March 7, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Alumni Banquet Room C
 

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