2025 IN CTO Clinic: Full Schedule

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9:40am EDT

K-12 Tech Data-Driven Decisions: Using Analytics in Device Lifecycle Management

Friday May 2, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

Delve into the power of data analytics in revolutionizing device lifecycle management. This session will guide you through the essentials of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to inform decisions surrounding device procurement, maintenance, and retirement. Learn how to leverage data to build robust policies that establish clear cause-and-effect accountability among school administrators, students, and parents. By doing so, you will not only foster a culture of responsibility but also significantly lower device breakage rates. Additionally, the session will cover the latest tools and techniques for effective data management, ensuring your school is equipped to make data-driven decisions that optimize both device performance and educational outcomes.

Speakers

Zach Marvel

K-12 Tech

Our comprehensive suite of services encompasses all of the services designed to provide a seamless end-to-end solution. This holistic approach guarantees that schools can maximize the lifespan and utility of their electronic devices while aligning with their educational objective... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
Ditslear C

Partner Sessions 3

10:20am EDT

Transform Cybersecurity Awareness Through Storytelling and few other nuggets

Friday May 2, 2025 10:20am - 11:10am EDT

Ditslear C

What do cyberattacks and bad karaoke have in common? They both thrive on people making poor choices. ;-) With up to 90% of cyberattacks kicking off with social engineering, it’s time to level up and get serious about cybersecurity awareness. This session explores how storytelling can revolutionize your awareness efforts, making them relatable, engaging, and memorable. Move beyond standard phishing tests and training to incorporate marketing, behavior modification, and narrative-driven approaches that resonate with your audience. Gain practical strategies and quick wins to transform your program into a meaningful and impactful initiative. Leave inspired with actionable insights to strengthen your district's cybersecurity culture and reduce human error risks. Don't miss this chance to reimagine cybersecurity awareness and create lasting change!

Speakers

Bill Stein

Director of Information Systems, MSD of Mt. Vernon

As the Director of Information Systems at the MSD of Mt. Vernon, I oversee the instructional technology, data security, change management, digital marketing, and eLearning for five schools in Indiana. With over 33 years of IT management experience in K12 education, I have successfully... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 10:20am - 11:10am EDT
Ditslear C

Concurrent 4

11:20am EDT

The Humanity Inside your Department - Delivering Effective Feedback to Your Team

Friday May 2, 2025 11:20am - 12:10pm EDT

Ditslear C

Effective feedback is key to continuous improvement within your team. Do the humans struggling on your team know precisely what changes are needed for success? Do your rockstars know why they are excelling and what their next steps could be? We will focus on methods for providing feedback, encouraging successes, and guiding those who need new goals or a new employer. Bring your evaluation tools to share and leave with a plan for improving your feedback processes.

Speakers

Adela Dickey

Indiana CTO Council CTO2B Co-leader, Retired CTO, Indiana CTO Council

Adela retired as the Chief Technology Officer for Northwest Allen County Schools in Fort Wayne, with the district for 34 years. She has served on the boards of Indiana CTO Council, HECC, ICE, UNITE, and IPSUG. Adela earned her Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) with the... Read More →

Friday May 2, 2025 11:20am - 12:10pm EDT
Ditslear C

Concurrent 5