2025 IN CTO Clinic: Full Schedule

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2:20pm EDT

IDOE Office of EdTech AI Update

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

Waters E

Speakers

Diana Smith

Director of Digital Learning, IDOE

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
Waters E

Concurrent 2

2:20pm EDT

IN CTO TLE Workshop Part 1

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

William Conner

For members of Indiana's TLE cohort, this will be a collaborative working session focused on achieving your TLE mini seal.

Speakers

Pete Just

Executive Driector, Roane County Schools

Strategic Planning, CoSN, Cyber Security, Generative AI in K12, the Indiana Chapter

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
William Conner

Concurrent 2

2:20pm EDT

Leadership Lessons from The Princess Bride

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

Ditslear A

The "Leadership Lessons from The Princess Bride" session offers a unique and engaging perspective on leadership through the lens of this beloved classic film. Attendees will explore key themes like servant leadership, where true leaders put the needs of others first, as demonstrated by characters like Westley and Inigo Montoya. The session also emphasizes the importance of transparency, as seen in the way characters build trust by being honest and open with one another. Additionally, the value of encouraging others and lifting them up, as showcased through the relationships between the characters, will be highlighted. Perhaps most importantly, the session will dive into the concept of finding joy and resilience in the face of hardships, a theme central to the movie’s story. With these powerful leadership lessons and more, attendees will gain fresh insights into how to lead with heart, authenticity, and a sense of purpose.

Speakers

Jeremy Miller

Director of Technology, Middlebury Community Schools

Jeremy Miller is the Director of Technology for Middlebury Community Schools in Middlebury, Indiana. Jeremy has served in education for more than 25 years and has a passion for leadership. He holds a bachelor's degree in K-12 education from Western Michigan University and a master's... Read More →

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
Ditslear A

Concurrent 2

2:20pm EDT

Local Government Services

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

Ditslear B

Speakers

Brett Edstene

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
Ditslear B

Concurrent 2

2:20pm EDT

Strengthening Support for Your Growing ML/EL Community

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

Ditslear C

As multilingual learner (ML/EL) populations continue to grow, how can technology leaders ensure students and families have the resources they need to thrive? This session will explore essential tools and strategies for supporting ML/EL students and their families, from investing in the right edtech solutions to creating accessible help resources. Learn how to foster strong partnerships with your district’s ML/EL teams to build a more inclusive, connected, and well-supported school community. Walk away with actionable steps to enhance communication, streamline access to technology, and empower every learner.

Speakers

Brenny Kummer

Assistant Director of Educational Technology, Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation

See previous bio

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
Ditslear C

Concurrent 2

2:20pm EDT

The Future is Now! AI for Tech Teams

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT

Waters D

This session helps K-12 Technology Teams prepare for AI in education by covering the major areas of concern for K-12 technology leadership. This session covers policy implications, vendor management, and AI costs.

Speakers

K12 TechTalk

K12 Tech Talk Podcast, K12 Tech Talk Podcast

A K12TechPro Podcast. This podcast is about trending K12 technology topics and issues. Josh, Chris, and Mark have real conversations, real arguments, and real banter on IT issues and trends in K12 Schools.

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:20pm - 3:10pm EDT
Waters D

Concurrent 2