Is AI a mystery or is it? Are my students prepared for the workforce? Let's have a discussion, Kyle will lead a discussion about some of the realities with AI and how we can better prepare our students for AI in the their next job!
Kyle is a emerging technology enthusiast, who has been in DC 25-26. He will lead a discussion about misconceptions of AI, why AI is necessary for our students to be employable, and augmenting AI into our daily use?
This session demonstrates how to transform middle school study hall into an active STEAM Learning Lab by pairing academic accountability with hands-on challenge stations. Students first complete their required academic work (classwork, homework, or late work) before earning access to self-directed STEAM exploration. Guided by PBIS "BARK" expectations (Be Safe, Act Responsibly, Respect Others, Keep Achieving), students engage in robotics, 3D design, stop-motion animation, and engineering challenges.
I am a passionate educator with 10 years of experience dedicated to helping students develop the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. I currently serve as the K–8 STEAM and Computer Science teacher at Hampton-Dumont Community School District, where I foster creativity... Read More →
Teaching students how AI actually works, and how to use it responsibly, doesn't have to be overwhelming. Join our session to explore a K–12 Introduction to AI curriculum framework, so you can get started with AI Literacy in your school. Attendees will get access to dedicated, fully adaptable units for Grades 3–6, 7–8, and High School. Each unit contains 6-7 lessons and accompanying materials. Whether you are looking to introduce AI basics to elementary students or tackle complex ethical considerations with high schoolers, you will walk away with the tools, confidence, and classroom-ready resources to lead the way.
Technology Instructional Coach, Pleasant Valley Community School District
Larissa Bailey is a veteran elementary educator and Instructional Technology Coach at Pleasant Valley Community School District. With more than 24 years in education, she supports teachers in creating meaningful, student-centered learning experiences through thoughtful technology... Read More →
Secondary Technology Instructional Coach, Pleasant Valley Community School District
Aimee Peters is a secondary instructional technology coach who works alongside teachers to thoughtfully integrate technology into teaching and learning. With more than 28 years in education, she has helped lead the development and implementation of AI literacy lessons for secondary... Read More →
