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Book Study

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Motivate Young People by "Answering WhY": Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations by M.Perna

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Kim Loomis – i3DigitalPD

Co-Presenter: Jean Sharp – Sharp Solutions & Services Group, Inc.

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

It's Time to Fill "The Knowledge Gap"

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Laura Barber-Purvis, M.A. (she/her/hers) – Great River Connections Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Sparking up Leadership: Igniting your Influence with Sparkle and Shine

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Alicia V. Hughes (she/her/hers) – Sparking Up Leadership

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Living and Working with AI: A Co-Intelligence Book Study

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: David Young – Michigan Virtual

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:40 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Purposeful Partnerships: Engaging Students and Families Beyond the Virtual Classroom

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Marcela Andrés (she/her/hers) – designEDengagement, PBC

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Artificial Intelligence By the Book: An Educator's Dive into Norvig & Russell's Seminal Text

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Brian Knoll, BS, MA, Certified Art K-12 (he/him/his) – Orange County Virtual School

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:40 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Hiring and Retaining: Success Strategies

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Cathleen White, M. Ed. – Consultant

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Creating "The Sticky": Building Signature Moments in a Digital Landscape

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Erin Weaver – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Lynne Behnke – Laurel Springs School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:10 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Thrive in the Coming Shocks to Education: Become a Shock Absorber

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Lea Ann Lockard, BBA, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Elevate e-Learning LLC

Presenter: Susan Gentz – K20Connect

Innovation

Contributed Talk

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

"I Got Ghosted....Again" - A Special Educator's Memoir

Location: A701

Presenter: Laura L. Bartel (she/her/hers) – Link Learning

Special Student Populations

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Getting Back to Our Why Through Local Accountability

Location: A706

Presenter: Dan Pfaff (he/him/his) – Shelby County Public Schools

Presenter: Adam Hicks – Shelby County Public Schools

Accountability

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

How to create community, foster relationships, and build life long learners even when you are scattered around the the state!

Location: A703

Presenter: Courtney Schloss – Venture Upward

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Maximizing Teacher Efficiency: Must-Have Technology Tips, Tricks and Chrome Extensions for Online, Blended, and Hybrid Learning Environments

Location: A702

Presenter: Drake Benton – Georgia Connections Academy

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Preparing for Title II Compliance: A Role-Based Strategy for Accessible Digital Learning

Location: A704

Presenter: Sarah Stricker, MA, CPWA, DHS Trusted Tester (she/her/hers) – ansrsource

Accessibility

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Sparking Up your Virtual Leadership

Location: A708

Presenter: Alicia V. Hughes (she/her/hers) – Sparking Up Leadership

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Engagement and Belonging in a Virtual Public School

Location: A703

Presenter: Patrick Lattuca, III, n/a – The Education Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA)

Presenter: Heidi Nelson-Buffa – The Education Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA)

Presenter: Jean e. Kenney (she/her/hers) – The Education Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA)

Presenter: Grace Magley (she/her/hers) – The Education Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA)

Presenter: Peter Sanchioni – The Education Cooperative Connections Academy (TECCA)

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Keying Academic Honesty with HonorLock: Practical Tips for Proctored Virtual Assessments

Location: A707

Presenter: Renata Nikolayev (she/her/hers) – Dwight Global Online School

Presenter: Paul Roncone (he/him/his) – Dwight Global Online School

Presenter: Benjamin Mayfield – Honorlock

Accountability

Monday, Feb 24th

2:35 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

Strengthening Your Weakest Link: Family Engagement Strategies

Location: A703

Presenter: Ellery Goudy – Rocky Peak Virtual

Presenter: Ross Menlove, MEd, MBA – Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Transforming the Enrollment Experience with YES

Location: A705

Presenter: Danielle Goatley (she/her/hers) – Yurgosky

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Strong Foundations in a Virtual Private School through Global Family Engagement & Community Building

Location: A705

Presenter: Kenzie Wolf – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Patti McClimans, M.Ed. – Laurel Springs School

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Can Asynchronous Instruction be Interactive?

Location: A702

Presenter: Christy O'Glee (she/her/hers) – Class

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Development and Evaluation of KASI: An AI-Based Tool to Make Chemistry Learning More Accessible for Students with Blindness

Location: A704

Speaker: Julia Winter – Alchemie

Accessibility

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Engaging Students in the Virtual Classroom

Location: A708

Presenter: Samantha L. Goldsmith (they/them/theirs) – Stride/HCCA

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Enlightening Insights: Harnessing Data Visualizations for School District Reports

Location: A703

Presenter: Mia Murphy – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Presenter: Amber Parker (she/her/hers) – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Communications/Marketing

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Preparing High School Students for the Jobs of Tomorrow Through Digital Learning

Location: A706

Presenter: Geoffrey Howard – Savvas Learning Company

Digital Content

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Reading Interventions for the Virtual Student: Screening, Progress-Monitoring, & Targeted Individualized and Small Group Support

Location: A701

Presenter: Kelly Watson – GOAL Digital Academy

Presenter: Dionna Randas – GOAL Digital Academy

Co-Presenter: Stephanie Bowers – GOAL Digital Academy

Special Student Populations

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Tackling the Teacher Shortage: Innovating to Fill the Gaps

Location: A707

Presenter: Melissa Lundgaard – Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy

Co-Presenter: Ron Chernobrov (he/him/his) – Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy

Teaching Strategies

Monday, Feb 24th

4:05 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

A New Approach to Realize the Promise of Edtech Investments

Location: A703

Presenter: Madeleine Mortimore, Ed.M – Logitech

Presenter: Jason Schmidt – Oshkosh Area School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

4:05 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

Does Bible content belong in public school classrooms?

Location: A706

Presenter: Michael Harrell – Bible Literature Online

Presenter: Jim Bennett – Religious Freedom Institute

Digital Content

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Data Drives Student Support and Outcomes. Where is your data journey taking you?

Location: A703

Presenter: Junell G. Christian – Alabama State Department of Education

Presenter: Casey Mack – Alabama State Department of Education

Presenter: Carolyn Harvey – Madison City Schools

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Revolutionizing School Marketing and Communication: Strategies for the Digital Age

Location: A706

Presenter: Kathryn Cerminara (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Sandy Marchant (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Communications/Marketing

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Adjusting the GPS: Developing & Implementing a Virtual Multi-Tiered System of Supports

Location: A707

Presenter: Dionna Randas – GOAL Digital Academy

Presenter: Kelly Watson – GOAL Digital Academy

Presenter: Stephanie Bowers – GOAL Digital Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Bridging the Gap: Collaborative Strategies for Supporting Diverse Learners in Online Schools

Location: A705

Presenter: Breauna C. Wall, Ed.D. – CollaborativeEd Solutions

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Connecting Virtual Students: Engaging through Clubs, Committees, and Competitions

Location: A704

Presenter: Cindy Carbajal, MSIDT, California Teaching Credential, California Preliminary Administrative Credential – Pearson Virtual Schools

Presenter: Tunya Turner – Pearson Virtual Schools

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Innovators Today, Leaders Tomorrow: Integrating a Transformative Learning Model

Location: A701

Presenter: Geri Gillespy, Ed.D Curriculum and Instruction, Executive Leadership – Innovate Academy and Preparatory School

Presenter: Christy Cleugh, Ed.D. Learning Technologies, Pepperdine University – ASU Prep Global

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Motivating Credit Recovery Students: strategies for student success

Location: A703

Presenter: Samantha L. Goldsmith (they/them/theirs) – Stride/HCCA

Presenter: Toya Wells-Hawkins (she/her/hers) – Indiana Digital Alternative School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Removing Cookie Cutter Tech for Innovative Remote Solutions

Location: A702

Presenter: Christy O'Glee (she/her/hers) – Class

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Top 5 Tips For Utilizing Paraeducators

Location: A708

Presenter: Victoria Webb (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Amanda Lyons (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: DeLaina Tonks, PhD – Mountain Heights Academy

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

FLEX: Providing At-Risk Students Opportunities for Success

Location: A705

Presenter: Kaisha Mathis – THRIVE Learning Collaborative

Co-Presenter: Krista Cochran – THRIVE Learning Collaborative

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

From AI-Powered Classrooms to the Future: Preparing for the Next 5 Years in Online Education

Location: A702

Presenter: Adam Geiman – Eastern Lancaster County School District

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Measuring and Unlocking the Power of Parental Support in Online Learning

Location: A703

Presenter: Jered Borup – George Mason University

Presenter: Matt White – Indiana Department of Education

Research

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

AI: Amplifying Impact in Canvas LMS

Location: A702

Presenter: Emily Koutsoyannis – Instructure

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Beyond the Conference: How the DLAC Powers Growth All Year

Location: A706

Presenter: Christine Voelker, MLS – DLAC

Professional Development

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Building Bridges: How School Counselors Connect and Empower Students

Location: A708

Presenter: Melinda D. Owens – BAVEL (Barren Academy of Virtual & Expanded Learning)

Presenter: Pam Carter – BAVEL (Barren Academy of Virtual & Expanded Learning)

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Byte-Sized Redemption: Online Learning in the Juvenile Justice System

Location: A705

Presenter: Cynthia Lupold, M. Ed. (she/her/hers) – Capital Area Intermediate Unit

Presenter: Holly A. Brzycki (she/her/hers) – CAOLA

Continuity of Learning (COVID related, Remote learning, eLearning Days, etc.)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Learning Allies: Empowering Parents in Education

Location: A703

Presenter: Alisha Foor – Indiana Department of Education

Presenter: Matt White – Indiana Department of Education

Co-Presenter: Nate Walden (he/him/his) – Five Star Technology Solutions

Communications/Marketing

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Beyond the Classroom: Engaging Hybrid Learning Educational Partners Outside of Direct Instruction

Location: A705

Presenter: Sam Parcher (she/her/hers) – El Dorado County Office of Education Charter Alternative Programs

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Consistency Matters: Streamlining Digital Learning for Student Success

Location: A706

Presenter: Sandy Marchant (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Rachel Book – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

How to Teach Students About Character Chatbots in the Classroom

Location: A704

Presenter: Mike Kentz – AI for Schools

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

SCHOOL'S OUT: What The Boom in Unconventional School Models Means for the Future of Education

Location: A702

Presenter: Mickey Revenaugh – School’s Out

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Streamlining Virtual School Admissions: Innovations in Application, Intake, and Intervention Processes

Location: A708

Presenter: Erin L. Rounds, M.A. Education – Bethel Virtual Academy

Presenter: Megan Wardle – Bethel School District

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Strengthening Virtual Learning: A Unified Process for Data-Driven Student Support

Location: A707

Presenter: Brion Eriksen – Student Achievement Systems

Presenter: Kristi Teall – Teall Educational Consulting

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

The Act of Communication: Elevating the Visibility, Reputation, and Engagement of Our Online Program

Location: A703

Presenter: Jeff Simmons – Idaho Digital Learning Alliance

Presenter: Valerie Doherty – Idaho Digital Learning Alliance

Communications/Marketing

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

The Digital Differentiator: Why Personal Branding is Your Student's Secret Weapon for Career Growth

Location: A701

Presenter: Brianca Kirkman – Brianca Johnson & Company

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

A comprehensive school communication plan to engage all your stakeholders

Location: A703

Presenter: Mike Agostinelli, Ed.S. – Montana Digital Academy

Communications/Marketing

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Constructing a Foundation for Student Success!

Location: A708

Presenter: Melinda D. Owens – BAVEL (Barren Academy of Virtual & Expanded Learning)

Presenter: Pam Carter – BAVEL (Barren Academy of Virtual & Expanded Learning)

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Customizing Assessments for Authentic Learning: Bridging Vendor Curriculum with SME Customized Learning Opportunities

Location: A706

Presenter: Kaitlyn Allen (she/her/hers) – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Get Your Gmail in Gear: Organize, Automate, and Optimize Your Inbox for Maximum Productivity

Location: A702

Presenter: Drake Benton – Georgia Connections Academy

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS…YOU BET! Making the most out of Synchronous Sessions

Location: A701

Presenter: Kaisha Mathis – THRIVE Learning Collaborative

Co-Presenter: Jennifer Sanders

Co-Presenter: Brooke Heskew – Thrive Collaborative

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:50 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Online Learning Success: Leadership Skills, Engagement Strategies, and Academic Growth

Location: A708

Presenter: Lea Ann Lockard, BBA, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Elevate e-Learning LLC

Co-Presenter: Brita Martin-Lindsey, EdD – Elevate e-Learning, LLC

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:50 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Engaging Learners without Breaking the Bank: Using OER Resources to brand and create high quality courses on a budget

Location: A706

Presenter: Lisa Pizzuto, Masters in Instructional Design – Fulton Virtual

Presenter: Bernadette MacDonald (she/her/hers) – LearnNorth

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:50 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Learning isn’t by manufacture date: multi age classes to create authentic learning experiences.

Location: A703

Presenter: Tani Sapp – Braintree Educational Services

Co-Presenter: Emilee Bodily (she/her/hers) – Braintree Academy

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:50 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Morning Meeting: Creating Community within Asynchronous Learning

Location: A701

Presenter: Colleen Francisco – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Brianne Martine – Laurel Springs School

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Ensuring MTSS Fidelity in Virtual Settings: Educator Experiences

Location: A704

Presenter: Colleen S. Richardson, EdD – Agora Cyber Charter School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Teacher Leadership: Growing a Positive Culture of Continuous Improvement

Location: A703

Presenter: Caroline Roberts (she/her/hers) – Georgia Virtual School

Presenter: Erin I. Hill (she/her/hers) – Georgia Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Using Adaptive AI to Improve Math Achievement in Grades 5-12

Location: A708

Presenter: Joanne A. Jones Barnett, Ph.D., Ed.D. – Center for Digital Learning Research, Design and Resources

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Utilizing Geocoding to Define Regionalized Areas for Community Building and Engagement

Location: A707

Presenter: Ally Derby (she/her/hers) – Iowa Connections Academy

Presenter: Scott Giraud – Iowa Connections Academy

Co-Presenter: Larry Hunt

Co-Presenter: Christina Luing – Iowa Connections Academy

Co-Presenter: Natalie Helzer

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Benefits and Challenges of implementing Competency-Based Education in an online environment

Location: A707

Presenter: David Schmidt – Genius

Presenter: Beny Lederman – Genius

Presenter: Jessica Enderson, Ed. S – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Continuity of Learning (COVID related, Remote learning, eLearning Days, etc.)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Connecting the Dots...Between Online Learning & Special Education

Location: A704

Presenter: Erin Haugom – Stride Inc ~ Wisconsin Virtual Academies

Presenter: Becky Eberhardt – Stride Inc ~ Wisconsin Virtual Academies

Co-Presenter: Saycha Basken – Wisconsin Virtual Academies

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Opportunities to Increase Student Outcomes Through Staff Book Study

Location: A703

Presenter: Audra Plummer – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Presenter: Barbie Sloan – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Professional Development

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Chalkboards to Smart Boards: Sustainable Approaches to Equitable Access to Digital Learning among Vulnerable and Marginalized Groups in Uganda.

Location: A702

Presenter: Emmanuel Lubega, Bachelor of Arts (he/him/his) – Makerere University

Accessibility

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Families: Top 3 Strategies to Elevate Academic Partnerships

Location: A703

Presenter: Christel Reaves, Ed Leadership, M.S. – Connected Class

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Getting the Water to the End of the Row: Five Useful Tips on Organization and Communication

Location: A706

Presenter: Ann Meeks, BA, MA – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Deb Dempsey, Ed.S – Mountain Heights Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

How a School District is Using a Virtual School for CTE

Location: A705

Presenter: Lucas Frost – Anchorage School District

Presenter: Amy Larsen – Anchorage School District

Presenter: Adam Reid – AKChoice Virtual Learning

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Leveraging VR for Student Engagement and Growth

Location: A704

Presenter: Daniel Sturdevant, Ed.D. (he/him/his) – OptimaEd

Co-Presenter: Adam Mangana (he/him/his) – Optima

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Online Mentoring Mastery: Unlocking Potential Together

Location: A708

Presenter: Jenifer Palomin – Rocky Peak Virtual Elem., JSD

Presenter: Ross Menlove, MEd, MBA – Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Teaching Reimagined: AI Tutors in Online Education

Location: A707

Presenter: Traci King – Sage Oak Charter School

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 3:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Shut Down Herding Cats Syndrome with Shared Vision Workshops

Location: A703

Presenter: DeLaina Tonks, PhD – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Abbie Butler – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Jennifer Kennedy (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Building around the Bullseye- Students at the Center of Strategic Success

Location: A701

Presenter: Sara R. Cutler, PhD – WI Virtual Academies

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Adapting to Change: Marketing Online Learning for the Evolving Demographics of Homeschool Students and Supporting Them Once They've Enrolled

Location: A708

Presenter: Thomas C. Cooper, III – North Carolina Virtual Public Schools

Presenter: Rachel McBroom – NCVPS

Communications/Marketing

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Defining Quality EdTech and AI: A Framework for Virtual and Hybrid Learning Success

Location: M302

Presenter: Michael Ham – The Learning Accelerator

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Fostering Community and Combating Student Apathy Through Safe, Engaging Multiplayer Learning Experiences

Location: A703

Presenter: Daniel Liebeskind (he/him/his) – Topia.io / Schoolspace.io

Co-Presenter: Danielle Diamond (she/her/hers) – Topia

Co-Presenter: Chris Psiaki (he/him/his) – Topia

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

How the largest university is powering the smallest (micro) schools

Location: A707

Presenter: Coi Morefield, MBA – The Lab School of Memphis

Presenter: Christy Cleugh, Ed.D. Learning Technologies, Pepperdine University – ASU Prep Global

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Managing Change to Meet the Needs of Diverse Learners and Staff: Strategies for Inclusive and Effective Education

Location: A706

Presenter: Beverly A. Knox-Pipes – BKP Solutions/Nova Southeastern University

Presenter: Jerri Lynn Williams-Harper (she/her/hers) – White Pine School District

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Learning Walks - Strengthened every single step

Location: A701

Presenter: Shailene N. Harnish (she/her/hers) – Davis Connect

Co-Presenter: Tiffany Dance – Davis Connect

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Wellness Rooms - A 24/7 Resource for Students

Location: A705

Presenter: Jennifer Kennedy (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Kirsty Henderson (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

From Struggling to Striving: Impactful Instructional Coaching in the Online Environment

Location: A701

Presenter: Lauren Wilson, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Agora Cyber Charter School

Presenter: Melissa Patterson, M. Ed. – Agora Cyber Charter School

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

How open source is improving virtual classrooms for everyone

Location: A702

Presenter: Frederick Dixon – BigBlueButton Inc

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Making your Mark with Marketing: Why Branding is Essential in the Digital Age of Education

Location: A708

Presenter: Kat Voyles (she/her/hers) – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: DeLaina Tonks, PhD – Mountain Heights Academy

Communications/Marketing

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Paving the Way: How Effective Virtual Assessment Fuels a Student-Centered K-12 Future

Location: M302

Presenter: Michael Ham – The Learning Accelerator

Presenter: Beth Holland, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – The Learning Accelerator

Presenter: Peter A. Robertson – Evergreen Education Group

Accountability

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Transforming K12 Science Education using VR: A Tiered Approach to VR Implementation

Location: A703

Presenter: Felicia Chen – Dwight Global Online School

Speaker: Elizabeth Hutton, M.Ed – Dwight Global Online School

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

10-Minute Tuesdays: Transforming Staff Development, One Bite at a Time

Location: A701

Presenter: Pamela Manders – 279Online

Co-Presenter: Megan Heitkamp (she/her/hers) – 279Online Osseo Area Schools

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Better Together: Networked Learning Models for Driving Improvement

Location: M302

Presenter: Michael Ham – The Learning Accelerator

Presenter: Beth Holland, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – The Learning Accelerator

Funding/Policy

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Beyond Zoom: Transforming Virtual Classrooms with 3D Learning Environments for Maximum Student Engagement

Location: A703

Presenter: Eric Tao (he/him/his) – MegaMinds

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

'Debunking Digital Myths: How Course Design Redefines Digital Learning'

Location: A702

Presenter: Megan Slatton – Auburn Online, The Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning

Presenter: Sydney Bassett – Auburn University

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Drive Awareness & Boost Enrollment: How to Create Digital Marketing Campaigns for Your School

Location: A708

Presenter: Todd Rash – StrongMind

Communications/Marketing

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

The Journey of Data & AI: Enhancing Student Success in Virtual Learning

Location: A704

Presenter: Dawn Q. Horn – ACCESS

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Cultivating Inclusive Digital Spaces: Fostering Emotional Wellness and Belonging through DEI'

Location: A701

Presenter: Latasha Matthews – Why 2 Live Well

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Distance Requires Deeper Roots - Growing Relationships within Online Learning

Location: A708

Presenter: Kaisha Mathis – THRIVE Learning Collaborative

Presenter: Krista Cochran – THRIVE Learning Collaborative

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Elementary Education: The Importance of a Family Approach

Location: A703

Presenter: Kate Adams (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Tabitha Campbell – Laurel Springs School

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Schools: Ensuring 100% Standards Coverage in Virtual Programs with External Curriculum

Location: A702

Presenter: Nancie Pratt (she/her/hers) – Venture Upward

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Kid Chasers: How we built a thriving online intervention/credit recovery program

Location: A707

Presenter: Kyle J. Farner – 27J Online Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

My students never finish their course on time! What do I do?

Location: A706

Presenter: Alex van Donkersgoed (he/him/his) – StudyForge

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Up Your Game: How to INCREASE your Enrollment and Success. Focusing on attracting homeschool families. Experience growth in enrollment and finances!

Location: A705

Presenter: Olivia L. Dooley – BAVEL

Presenter: Hilary Mercer – BAVEL

Funding/Policy

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

Who Cares? Importance of Caring School Leadership in the Online School

Location: A704

Presenter: Rich Jensen, Jr., EdD – Agora Cyber Charter School

Research

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Bridging the Gap: How Teacher Communication Fuels Success for Underperforming Title I High School Students in Online Learning

Location: A707

Presenter: Ashley Kaan, Doctor in Education (Specialization in E-Learning) (she/her/hers) – Academy of Innovation

Presenter: Brandon Kaan – Academy of Innovation

Co-Presenter: Brandon Kaan – Academy of Innovation

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Building Online Learning Partnerships Expanding Personalized Learning with Regional Collaboration for Flexible, Cost-Effective, & Sustainable Programs

Location: A702

Presenter: Jill Manczka, Ed. D. (she/her/hers) – Allegheny Intermediate Unit

Presenter: Preston Hartman – Plum Borough School District

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Launch Cares: Supporting Students Through Comprehensive Counseling

Location: A704

Presenter: Helen Williams – Launch Virtual Learning- Springfield, MO

Speaker: David Schuman – Launch

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:20 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Showing love through SEL

Location: A704

Presenter: Angela T. Koch, M.A. in teaching – Hesperia Unified School District

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:20 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Transforming Onboarding with Technology and Data

Location: A702

Presenter: Patrick Yurgosky – Yurgosky

Presenter: Teresa Scavulli – Pearson

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:20 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

What makes a successful Multilingual Education program in the online Environment?

Location: A707

Presenter: Leslie Sosa – Denver Online Middle School

Presenter: Jennifer White – Denver Online High School

Presenter: Adriana Rodriguez (she/her/hers) – Denver Online High School

Presenter: Sarah E. Klieforth-Williams (she/her/hers) – Denver Public Schools

Special Student Populations

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 1:50 PM East Coast USA Time

A Multi-tiered Approach to Attendance/Engagement for Online Students

Location: A704

Presenter: Jen Buttars, Doctoral Candidate (she/her/hers) – Wasatch Learning Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 1:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Bridging the Gap: Empowering Students with Career and Technical Education from Elementary to Employment

Location: A705

Presenter: Amy Heflin (she/her/hers) – FlexPoint and Florida Virtual School

Presenter: Jaimi Gruler – FlexPoint and Florida Virtual School

Presenter: Misty Mizzoni – FlexPoint and Florida Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 1:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Charter Institute at Erskine is Raising the Bar in MTSS/RTI: Virtual Math Teachers' Professional Learning Journey

Location: A701

Presenter: Kim Loomis – i3DigitalPD

Presenter: Heather Holiday – Charter Institute at Erskine

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 1:50 PM East Coast USA Time

What's this About?: Increasing Comprehension of Text in Digital Literacy Spaces

Location: A708

Presenter: Christine N. Green, PhD (she/her/hers) – State University of New York at Geneseo

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:55 PM – 2:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Community Based Online Education Through Lower and Upper School Collaboration

Location: A703

Presenter: Alicia T. O'Brien, Ed.D. (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs

Presenter: Tabitha Campbell – Laurel Springs School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:55 PM – 2:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Strong Foundations: How to Conduct Engaging Online Student Orientations

Location: A704

Presenter: Amber R. Long (she/her/hers) – Berrien Springs Public Schools

Presenter: Dustin Mobley – Berrien Springs Public Schools- Link Learning

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:20 PM – 2:40 PM East Coast USA Time

Engaging Classrooms and Engaged Scholars, EVERY TIME!

Location: A704

Presenter: Jesse Meeks, B.S., D.C – John Adams Academy

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:20 PM – 2:40 PM East Coast USA Time

Going Global - A Public School's Adventure Expanding K-12 Online Education

Location: A703

Presenter: Rebekah Redmer – Jenison Public Schools

Speaker: Tahira Copland

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 1:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Creating an Effective Elementary School Virtual Model

Location: A703

Presenter: Audra Plummer – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Presenter: Karin Campbell – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Engaging All Levels of Learners Through Varied Techniques Including Artificial Intelligence

Location: A702

Presenter: Christine Cleary, Ed.D. (she/her/hers) – SC Whitmore School

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:55 PM – 2:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Roots and Wings: My Positive Experience in the USA as an Immigrant Student

Location: A705

Presenter: Fadia Rostom Makdisi – Saint Agnes Academy

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:20 PM – 2:40 PM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Shelves, Real Impact: Enhancing Access and Engagement with Books in the Digital Age

Location: A705

Presenter: Julie Ferrer – Georgia Cyber Academy

Digital Content

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:25 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Making High Quality Online Instruction Accessible to Middle School Students with High Incidence Disabilities Using Microsoft Office Suite

Location: A706

Presenter: Therese Riza-Lawrence – Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence

Special Student Populations

Explore and Engage

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

Better Life Through Google Apps Scripts

Location: A702

Presenter: Steven Cullison (he/him/his) – Edina Public Schools

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

Digital Leadership: Establishing Quality Standards to Guide Our Future

Location: A708

Presenter: Jean Sharp – Sharp Solutions & Services Group, Inc.

Presenter: Holly A. Brzycki (she/her/hers) – CAOLA

Co-Presenter: Elizabeth Azukas, EdD (she/her/hers) – East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Quality

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

Elevating Student Engagement

Location: A706

Presenter: Heather N. Dutko (she/her/hers) – Indiana Connections Academy

Presenter: Cortnaye Love (she/her/hers) – Indiana Connections Academy

Accountability

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

Innovative Frontiers in Special Education - Looking Back to Move Forward in Virtual Special Education Service Delivery

Location: A701

Presenter: Richard Henderson – iSucceed Virtual Schools

Co-Presenter: Gayle Jones (she/her/hers) – iSucceed Virtual Schools

Co-Presenter: Beka Stucki – iSucceed Virtual Schools

Special Student Populations

Monday, Feb 24th

2:10 PM – 2:55 PM East Coast USA Time

From Clickbait to Credibility: Mastering Media Literacy in an AI World

Location: A705

Presenter: Erica Shumaker, MAEd – Educational Change Agent

Presenter: Carly L. Ghantous, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Learn21

Presenter: Amy L. Tudor – Learn21

Presenter: Danni Tymitz – Learn21

Presenter: Stacy Hawthorne, Ed.D., CETL, CCRE – EdTech Leaders Alliance

Digital Content

Monday, Feb 24th

2:15 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Shaping the Future through Organizational Transformation: NDCDE’s Journey to Competency-Based Education

Location: A704

Presenter: Jessica Enderson, Ed. S – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Presenter: Kirstin Girard – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Innovation

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

A Human Touch: Why Teachers Matter in the Age of AI

Location: A707

Presenter: Navi Cabrera (she/her/hers) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Presenter: Wilbern Simpson (he/him/his) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Accountability

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

Seeking Synergy and Engagement in the Virtual AP English Classroom

Location: A708

Presenter: Anne B. Burridge, MA in English/VA License (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

The AI Advantage: Reducing Teacher Burnout in the Writing-Intensive Classroom

Location: A701

Presenter: Rochelle Kolhouse, MAED (she/her/hers) – iConnect Zone/District 49

Presenter: Kathleen A. Jackson, MA, English, MA, Teaching, MA Literacy (she/her/hers) – District 49

Teaching Strategies

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

The Problem of Solving for X: Algebra Readiness in the Digital Space

Location: A704

Presenter: Stephanie Gold (she/her/hers) – Edmentum

Teaching Strategies

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

Unlocking Asynch Creativity: Transforming Asynchronous Learning with Project-Based Experiences

Location: A702

Presenter: Tani Sapp – Braintree Educational Services

Presenter: Emilee Bodily (she/her/hers) – Braintree Academy

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Snapshot 2025: A Year in Review of Trends in K-12 Digital Learning

Location: A706

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Presenter: Kate Mayfield – TBD

Funding/Policy

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

"Think Outside the Box: Creative Interventions & Ready-to-Use Tools Before Special Education Referral!"

Location: A707

Presenter: Kelley Fontanilla – Pecos Cyber Academy

Presenter: Daelena Potter – Pecos Cyber Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Elevating Virtual Learning: Accreditation for Program Excellence

Location: A701

Presenter: Cynthia Hamblin – Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Harrington – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Kim Hendrick – CIESC

Presenter: Amy Michalowski (she/her/hers) – VHS Learning

Accountability

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

K-12 Online Student Exhibitions: How directed, independent learners experience the “Science Fair.” Development to dissemination.

Location: A704

Presenter: Jessica Romito, MA.Ed; NBCT (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Caitlin A. Moxley, M.A.T – Laurel Springs School

Co-Presenter: Caitlin A. Moxley, M.A.T – Laurel Springs School

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

AI Tools for Individualized Learning Support

Location: A704

Presenter: Diane L. Johnson, PhD – Nightingale College

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

The Future of Education: Schools that combine the best of in-person/hybrid/online experiences to meet student needs

Location: A705

Presenter: Lindsay Keller (she/her/hers) – Village High School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Attendance Parent Verification System: So How's That Pilot Really Going?!Exploring the Why, the How, the What, and What's Next

Location: A707

Presenter: Lekisha S. Chambers – University View Academy

Presenter: Janna Husser (she/her/hers) – University View Academy

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

A Framework to Ensure Quality Instruction in the Online Learning Environment

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Kimberly Rugh – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Presenter: Jason Odom – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Presenter: KJ Anderson – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Best Practices for Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in an Online Environment

Location: A602

Presenter: Rae Jones (they/them/theirs) – Denver Online

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Virtual Campus Culture with Live Virtual Field Trips

Location: A702

Presenter: Mandy Perry – Pinellas Virtual School

Presenter: Seth Fleischauer, M Ed (he/him/his) – Banyan Global Learning

Co-Presenter: Travis Moyer – Banyan Global Learning

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Cybersecurity in Online Education

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Stacy Hawthorne, Ed.D., CETL, CCRE – EdTech Leaders Alliance

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Discussion-Based Assessment - Ensuring Integrity in Virtual Program

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Gaganjot Singh (she/her/hers) – Fulton County Schools

Accountability

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Evaluating Online and Digital Courses as High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM)

Location: M302

Presenter: Pamela Shaw (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Brandie Benton, B.S.E., Social Studies Education; M.S.E., Curriculum and Education Leadership; Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction – Virtual Arkansas

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

MI Personalized Learning Task Force: Cultivating Equitable Learning Pathways

Location: A702

Presenter: Lisa Sitkins – LSS Connections and Consulting LLC

Presenter: Mitch A. Cumings – Berrien Springs Public Schools

Presenter: Betsy Springer (she/her/hers) – Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

Presenter: Rebekah Redmer – Jenison Public Schools

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

NCAA Policy Changes: Removing Barriers and Streamlining Processes

Location: A706

Presenter: Sarah Overpeck (she/her/hers) – NCAA

Presenter: Christa Palmer – NCAA

Funding/Policy

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Oregon's Distance Learning Pilot Toolkit and Early Findings:A research effort to identify core drivers of online learning and providing resources.

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Aaron Cooke (he/him/his) – Southern Oregon ESD

Presenter: Tim Chase – Southern Oregon ESD

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Reaching Through the Computer Screen- IEP Progress Monitoring in a Virtual Age

Location: M301

Presenter: Bradley R. Larsen, MA Special Education (he/him/his) – El Dorado Charter County Office of Education

Presenter: Angie Groves – El Dorado Charter SELPA

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

You Belong! - Building Teacher and Student Connections

Location: A705

Presenter: Crista McGowan (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs School

Presenter: Gina A. Tinney (she/her/hers) – Laurel Springs School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Bridging Classroom to Career: Leveraging Online Courses through Innovative CTE Instructional Design

Location: A705

Presenter: Jennifer Sayre (she/her/hers) – Fairfield County ESC

Presenter: Marie C. Ward – Fairfield County Educational Service Center

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Feedback that Transforms: Building a Positive Online Classroom Culture

Location: A701

Presenter: Linda Schuerman – Wisconsin Virtual School

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Keys to a Successful Online Tutoring Program

Location: A708

Presenter: Marcia Simmons – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Presenter: Mia Murphy – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Press Play: STEAM, Digital Content Creation and AI

Location: A707

Presenter: Joanne A. Jones Barnett, Ph.D., Ed.D. – Center for Digital Learning Research, Design and Resources

Presenter: Justin Barnett, MBA, Ph.D student – Center for Digital Learning Research Design and Resources

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

The Evolution of Institutional Change, ICT Development Policy, and Global Influences: The case of Higher Education in Kosova

Location: A702

Presenter: Antigona Uka – Kosova Center for Digital Education - Meso Online (KCDE)

Research

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

The role of an Authorizer in the Ecosystem of Accountability

Location: A706

Presenter: Lenny Schafer – OCCS

Presenter: JAmes Goenner

Accountability

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Counseling, Real Impact: Exploring Virtual Reality in Student Support

Location: A704

Presenter: Kortni Spaulding, MsEd, LPSC (she/her/hers) – OptimaEd

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:45 AM East Coast USA Time

AI in Schools: Crafting Policy for a Responsible Digital Future

Location: A704

Presenter: Misty D. Weber – Warren County School District

Presenter: Natalie Black – Warren County School District

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

ALIGNING YOUR ALLYSHIP - CULTIVATE PROFESSIONAL PROFICIENCIES THAT SUPPORT DEI- SPECIFICALLY GENDER, SEXUALITY, & LGBTQIA+ IDENTITIES & EXPERIENCES.

Location: A706

Presenter: Shawna Stueck (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual School (WVS) with CESA 9

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Supporting Students’ Mental Health and Social Skills in a Virtual Environment

Location: A705

Lead Speaker: Marcela Perez

Speaker: Carmen Gross

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:25 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time

Taking a Bite Out of Virtual Schooling: Creating the Big Apple's Handbook

Location: A707

Presenter: Nicole Galante, Ph.D – Stony Brook University

Presenter: Izzy Galante – Stony Brook University

Presenter: Al Pisano, EdD – Stony Brook University

Presenter: Christina Pisano – Stony Brook University

Presenter: Amie Cullen – Stony Brook University

Co-Presenter: Christina Pisano – Stony Brook University

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Best Practices for Serving Homeschool Students in a Digital Environment

Location: A705

Presenter: Anne Flenner, ED.S – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Presenter: Meghan Reites, M.Ed., ED.S – Florida Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Empathy in Action: Practical Tips for Integrating Cultural Sensitivity and Trauma-Informed Practices in Teacher PD

Location: A701

Presenter: Adrienne Knudsen, MA Special Education; BA Social Studies Education (she/her/hers) – Imagine Learning

Presenter: Calandra Stith, MEd Adult Ed & Distance Learning; MEd Math; BS Math & Comp Sci (she/her/hers) – Imagine Learning

Co-Presenter: Calandra Stith, MEd Adult Ed & Distance Learning; MEd Math; BS Math & Comp Sci (she/her/hers) – Imagine Learning

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

In the Room Where it Happens: What We Learned by Developing and Implementing an Observation Tool for In-school Online Credit Recovery Programs

Location: A706

Presenter: Samantha Viano – George Mason University

Presenter: Natasha J. Conte – George Mason Universtity

Presenter: Jered Borup – George Mason University

Research

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering creativity: leveraging AI for student collaboration in art education.

Location: A708

Presenter: Cynthia A. Bowie (she/her/hers) – South Carolina Connections Academy

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Level Up! More Accessible Content Tips for All Learners (Level 2)

Location: A703

Presenter: Meri Tunison (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual School

Presenter: Larissa Zompolas (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual School

Accessibility

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:15 PM East Coast USA Time

The Power of Prompting: Collaborating, not Copying

Location: A706

Presenter: Carly L. Ghantous, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Learn21

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:55 PM – 2:40 PM East Coast USA Time

A Stealthy Decoding Disorder… That We’re Causing

Location: A708

Presenter: Greg Tuve – Bristol Standard, LLC

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:55 PM – 2:40 PM East Coast USA Time

Better Together: School and Authorizer Collaboration

Location: A701

Presenter: Barbara Zeile (she/her/hers) – Central Michigan University

Presenter: Teresa M. Boardman, EDS – Insight School of Michigan

Presenter: Pieter Hoekstra, MEd – Insight School of Michigan

Accountability

Extracurricular Activity (Yoga, Running, etc.)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

7:00 AM – 8:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Keep DLAC Weird: A Running (or Walking) Conversation with Michigan Virtual - Tuesday

Location: Lobby

Presenter: Joe Freidhoff (he/him/his) – Michigan Virutal

Presenter: Jamey Fitzpatrick – Michigan Virutal

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

7:00 AM – 8:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Mindful Movement with The Namaste Project (Tuesday morning Yoga)

Location: Skyline

Presenter: Danielle Brunson, Ed.S, MAED – The Namaste Project

Presenter: Trinity Wilbourn, M.Ed (she/her/hers) – The Namaste Project

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

7:00 AM – 8:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Keep DLAC Weird: A Running (or Walking) Conversation with Michigan Virtual - Wednesday

Location: Lobby

Presenter: Joe Freidhoff (he/him/his) – Michigan Virutal

Presenter: Jamey Fitzpatrick – Michigan Virutal

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

7:00 AM – 8:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Mindful Movement with The Namaste Project (Wednesday morning Yoga)

Location: Skyline

Presenter: Danielle Brunson, Ed.S, MAED – The Namaste Project

Presenter: Trinity Wilbourn, M.Ed (she/her/hers) – The Namaste Project

SEL and Wraparound Services

Fishbowl

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

One School's Journey Through the Grading Quagmire

Location: A602

Presenter: Heather Morris, B.S. Mathematics, M.A. Curriculum and Instruction (she/her/hers) – Denver Online

Presenter: Sara Kuper, B.A. Mathematics, M.A. Adolescent Math Education – Denver Online

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Excellence in Alternative Ed Programs: Innovative Solutions and Discussions on What Works

Location: M301

Presenter: Jennifer Sayre (she/her/hers) – Fairfield County ESC

Presenter: Marie C. Ward – Fairfield County Educational Service Center

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Integrity in the AI Era: Navigating Ethics, Technology, and Education

Location: A602

Speaker: Carla Jefferson – Darlington County School District

Speaker: Michael Watson (he/him/his) – Frederick County Virtual School

Speaker: Matt Wicks (he/him/his) – Pearson Virtual Schools

Speaker: Allison Powell – DLAC

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

ROAD MAP, Where Different States are Headed

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Lauren K. Bailey – Braintree Education

Funding/Policy

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

The Virtual Village: Challenges and Successes of Building Virtual Campus Culture

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Seth Fleischauer, M Ed (he/him/his) – Banyan Global Learning

Presenter: Mandy Perry – Pinellas Virtual School

Presenter: Alicia V. Hughes (she/her/hers) – Sparking Up Leadership

Presenter: Breauna C. Wall, Ed.D. – CollaborativeEd Solutions

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Keynote

Monday, Feb 24th

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Opening Keynote - Chris Singleton: Love is Stronger

Location: Atrium Ballroom

Presenter: Chris Singleton (he/him/his) – Chris Singleton

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Closing Keynote: The Power of Hope and Resilience: Building a Brighter Future

Location: Atrium Ballroom

Presenter: Sara Stockwell, Ed.S. (she/her/hers) – Battelle for Kids

SEL and Wraparound Services

Meet the Winners!

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Learners: NDCDE’s Pathway to Competency-Based Education

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Jessica Enderson, Ed. S – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Finding Your Path - Building a School for "The Rest of Us"

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Dan Pfaff (he/him/his) – Shelby County Public Schools

Presenter: Ben Roberts – Shelby Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Innovating Online Learning for the Future

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Holly A. Brzycki (she/her/hers) – CAOLA

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Mesa Digital Learning Program - Your Online Link to Quality Education

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Julie R. Davis – Mesa Digital Learning Program

Presenter: Brenda Griego – Mesa Digital Learning Program

Innovation

Organized Session of Talks

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Building District-Driven Curriculum through Public-Private Partnerships: The Georgia Flex Initiative

Location: M302

Presenter: Robin Gonzales – Zia Learning

Digital Content

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Cultivating Community: Creating Effective Educational Experiences for Students in Online Environments

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Cam Kuiper – Jenison Innovation Academy

Presenter: Rebekah Redmer – Jenison Public Schools

Presenter: Krista Osterberg (she/her/hers) – Jenison Innovation Academy

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Building A K-12 Public Online School: Creating an Innovative Virtual Program in a Traditional Public School Setting

Location: M301

Presenter: Stephen Chamberlin – Chesapeake Public Schools / Chesapeake Virtual Academy

Presenter: Kelli Jordan – Chesapeake Public Schools

Presenter: Erin Jury – Chesapeake Public Schools

Co-Presenter: Kelli Jordan – Chesapeake Public Schools

Co-Presenter: Erin Jury – Chesapeake Public Schools

Design and Refine Your Program

Panel Discussion

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Real Talk (Rated PG-13) - Open and Honest Conversation about the Daily Happenings of a District Leader

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Chandra Boyd – Accelerate Education

Speaker: Chris Price (he/him/his) – The Independent Virtual Academy (TIVA)

Speaker: Sonya Barnett – Elbert Virtual Academy

Speaker: Mandy Perry – Pinellas Virtual School

Speaker: Lindsay Keller (she/her/hers) – Village High School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Unveiling Digital Learning Excellence: Insights from Veteran Principals and School District Leaders of Successful Blended & Online Learning Schools

Location: M301

Presenter: Judy Perez – iLearn Collaborative

Presenter: Ian J. Jones (he/him/his) – Denver Online - Denver Public Schools

Presenter: Caroline Johnson – The Haven School, Widefield School District 3

Presenter: Kyle J. Farner – 27J Online Academy

Presenter: Amanda Pethel – Springs Studio, District 49

Co-Presenter: Kristy Hart – Cherry Creek School District

Co-Presenter: Rochelle Kolhouse (she/her/hers) – iConnect Zone/District 49

Co-Presenter: Renee Martinez – Office of Blended And Online Learning, Colorado Dept of Education

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Online school outcomes are better than critics say—here’s why

Location: M301

Presenter: Ben Scafidi – Kennesaw State University

Presenter: Ian Kingsbury – Educational Freedom Institute

Accountability

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Pathways to Excellence: Elevating Your K-12 Virtual Learning Program

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Harrington – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Tovah Sheldon (she/her/hers) – Michigan Virtual

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Unpacking the 2025 Updates to the National Standards for Quality Online Learning (NSQOP)

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Cynthia Hamblin – Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Enabling Whole Child Education by Unlocking Students’ Interests and Passion

Location: A602

Co-Presenter: Taichi Sugiura – Inspire High, Inc.

Co-Presenter: Emi Takemura – FutureEdu

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Harnessing Hope and Resilience to Tackle Virtual Learning Challenges, Enhance Well-Being, and Increase Student Engagement!

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Sara Stockwell, Ed.S. (she/her/hers) – Battelle for Kids

Presenter: Kris Stewart – Ohio Virtual Academy

Presenter: Sam Lathan (she/her/hers) – OHVA Middle School

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Test Your Luck with Artificial Intelligence

Location: M302

Presenter: Charlie Thayer – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Rachel Book – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Sandy Marchant (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Scott Ringkamp – Scott Ringkamp LLC

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

The QM Review Process: A Peek Behind the Curtain

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Pamela Shaw (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Suzie Scheffler (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Carly E. Fuller – EdisonLearning

Presenter: Paula McDougald – Virtual Arkansas

Presenter: Jennifer Nobles – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Small Schools, Big Impact: How Microschools are Leveraging Tech for Personalized and Sustainable Learning

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Jordan D. Luster – Getting Smart

Presenter: Lisa Tarshis – Primer Foundation

Presenter: Coi Morefield, MBA – The Lab School of Memphis

Presenter: Christy Cleugh, Ed.D. Learning Technologies, Pepperdine University – ASU Prep Global

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

How to be a Trauma Informed School In a Virtual Setting

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Audra Plummer – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Presenter: LeAn Sanders – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Presenter: Erin L. Goodridge (she/her/hers) – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

Presenter: Karin Campbell – Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Shaping the Future: Creating a Successful Digital Learning Program

Location: A602

Presenter: Gaganjot Singh (she/her/hers) – Fulton County Schools

Presenter: Lisa Pizzuto, Masters in Instructional Design – Fulton Virtual

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Trailblazing School Leaders: Revolutionizing Equity and Choice in Education

Location: M301

Presenter: Dr. David Timbs – Johnson City Schools

Presenter: Heidi Whatley (she/her/hers) – City Schools of Decatur - Decatur Virtual Academy

Presenter: Dr. LaTanya White-Springfield – Pottstown School District

Presenter: Maribeth Tulenko – Pearson Virtual Schools

Presenter: Caitrin Gruchot – Naperville Community Unit School District 203

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Building Community in a Virtual Learning Environment

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Emily Kroutil, M.S. (she/her/hers) – Georgia Virtual School

Presenter: Ryan Fuller, EdD – Cobb Virtual Academy

Presenter: Sarika Simpson, M. Ed. – Edmentum

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Future Careers: The Impact of Online Courses on CTE Pathways

Location: M301

Presenter: Jayne C. Lammers, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – Edmentum

Presenter: William Gordon Morris, M.Ed. – Kershaw County School District

Co-Presenter: Cara Hachmeister – Indianapolis Public Schools

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Spot It, Stop It: Educators vs. AI Bias

Location: A602

Presenter: Kimberlin Rivers, EdD Educational Leadership; EdS Educational Leadership; MEd Instructional Technology – Imagine Learning

Presenter: Jason Fournier, BS Information Technology, Digital Media Management (he/him/his) – Imagine Learning

Presenter: Allen von Pallandt, MA Math Education; MA Educational Administration; BA Pure Mathematics (he/him/his) – Imagine Learning

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Cybersecurity and Student Data Privacy - What You Need to Know from a Non-Techy Perspective

Location: A602

Presenter: Stacy Hawthorne, Ed.D., CETL, CCRE – EdTech Leaders Alliance

Co-Presenter: Eileen Belastock, CETL – Belastock Consulting

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Demonstrating College Readiness: The Path from Online High School to University Success

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Michele Evard, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – Evard Educational Consulting

Co-Presenter: Kenzo Zaragoza-Tsuru

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Unlocking the Future of Education: The Impact of Statewide Digital Leaders Networks on Digital Learning

Location: M301

Presenter: Judy Perez – iLearn Collaborative

Presenter: Renee Martinez – Office of Blended And Online Learning, Colorado Dept of Education

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Harrington – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Ben Maynard – Office of Education Technology, Kentucky Dept. of Education

Presenter: Kristy Hart – Cherry Creek School District

Co-Presenter: Tracy Stegall (she/her/hers) – iLearn Collaborative

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Adapting Digital Learning for a New Era of Expectations

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Wendy L. Oliver, Ed.D., CSM – Xperience Education

Presenter: Rachel Book – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Beyond the Screen: The Role of Facilitators in Supporting Online Learner Engagement

Location: M302

Presenter: Jered Borup – George Mason University

Presenter: DeLaina Tonks, PhD – Mountain Heights Academy

Presenter: Shannon Smith – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Jeff Simmons – Idaho Digital Learning Alliance

Presenter: Samantha Viano – George Mason University

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Teaching Young Learners Online: Perspectives from Elementary Online Educators

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Holly Skadsem – Bloomington Public Schools

Presenter: Lexie Schulte (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota

Presenter: Ray Cannon (he/him/his) – Bloomington Public Schools

Teaching Strategies

PechaKucha

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:25 PM East Coast USA Time

The Water Cooler - Building a Team in a Virtual World

Location: M302

Presenter: Laura L. Bartel (she/her/hers) – Link Learning

Professional Development

Monday, Feb 24th

3:25 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Virtual Leadership Coaching: The Human Connection in a Digital World

Location: M302

Presenter: Casey Rudzena – Stride/K12

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:40 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Bridging the Gap: Humanizing Virtual Education

Location: M302

Presenter: Carla Jefferson – Darlington County School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:50 PM – 4:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Thriving and Shining in the Digital Age: Virtual Networking for Educators

Location: M302

Presenter: Breauna C. Wall, Ed.D. – CollaborativeEd Solutions

Presenter: Alicia V. Hughes (she/her/hers) – Sparking Up Leadership

Communications/Marketing

Monday, Feb 24th

4:05 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

The Creative Leader's Blueprint: Fostering Resilience in Education

Location: M302

Presenter: Stacy Hawthorne, Ed.D., CETL, CCRE – EdTech Leaders Alliance

Innovation

Monday, Feb 24th

4:15 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

ISH-GA-MIL-AH-GE-ALA-KAZOTSKI-UMPTE-BUMPTE-AH-WAH-WHO-AH and what summer camp can teach us about the power of traditions in our digital spaces.

Location: M302

Presenter: Alexander Koning, Masters in Educational Technology and Instructional Design – Bethel Virtual Academy

Presenter: Megan Buchanan – Bethel Virtual Academy

Presenter: Clifford McCann – Bethel Virtual Academy

Presenter: John Paul colgan – Bethel Virtual Academy

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:10 AM East Coast USA Time

You teach music.... online?

Location: M302

Presenter: Grace Montenegro (she/her/hers) – Denver Online (Denver Public Schools)

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:10 AM – 11:20 AM East Coast USA Time

Microschools Explained: Small, Innovative, and Impactful

Location: M302

Presenter: Victoria J. Andrews – Getting Smart

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:25 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Using Canva for Creative Classroom Projects

Location: M302

Presenter: Kristi Oliva – Amazon

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:35 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

The Greater Option: Reaching the Credit Deficient Student Online and Creating a Pathway to Graduation

Location: M302

Presenter: Jennifer Owen, MSSE – Kiel eSchool/Between the Lakes Virtual Academy

Presenter: Sarah Scovell Muraski, M.A Ed (she/her/hers) – Kiel eSchool/ Between the Lakes Virtual Academy

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:50 AM – 12:00 PM East Coast USA Time

"Exploring Higher Education: Enhancing College Tours through Immersive Virtual Reality Experiences"

Location: M302

Presenter: Kashara Bell, Masters – Prairie View A&M University

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

12:00 PM – 12:10 PM East Coast USA Time

Student & Family Engagement with a Variety of In-Person Opportunities for Digital Learners

Location: M302

Presenter: Lauren K. Bailey – Braintree Education

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:10 PM East Coast USA Time

MegaMinds: Maximize Student Engagement with 3D Learning Environments

Location: M302

Presenter: Eric Tao (he/him/his) – MegaMinds

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:25 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

The Key to Effort, Perseverance, and Achievement

Location: M302

Presenter: Matt Strader – McGraw Hill

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:35 PM – 3:45 PM East Coast USA Time

SEL in Bytes: Quick Wins for Emotional Well-Being in Online Classrooms

Location: M302

Presenter: Erica Shumaker, MAEd – Educational Change Agent

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:50 PM – 4:00 PM East Coast USA Time

'Strengthening Virtual Connections: Google Tools for Enhancing Student and Parent Engagement'

Location: M302

Presenter: Anna Thompson (she/her/hers) – Alabama Connections Academy

Speaker: Anna Thompson (she/her/hers) – Alabama Connections Academy

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:10 PM – 3:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Discussion Boards that don't suck!

Location: M302

Presenter: Grace Montenegro (she/her/hers) – Denver Online (Denver Public Schools)

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:00 PM – 4:10 PM East Coast USA Time

3 E's of Instructional Design in the Digital Age: Engagement, Efficacy, and Efficiency

Location: M302

Presenter: Zack Simmen (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Digital Content

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 10:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Preserving Academic Integrity in the World of Artificial Intelligence

Location: M302

Presenter: Holly Branch – Berkeley County Schools, WV

Presenter: Terri VanderWijst (she/her/hers) – Berkeley County Schools, WV

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:55 AM – 11:05 AM East Coast USA Time

Exploring Mathematical Concepts through AI-Generated Art

Location: M302

Presenter: Tawanda Brown – Fulton County Schools

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:05 AM – 11:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Exploring the World of AI in Education: A Focus on Policy and Guidelines

Location: M302

Presenter: Grayland Phillips – HMH

Accountability

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:20 AM – 11:30 AM East Coast USA Time

Data Needs to Drive Academic Improvement

Location: M302

Presenter: Matt Wicks (he/him/his) – Pearson Virtual Schools

Accountability

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:30 AM – 11:40 AM East Coast USA Time

Visualize to Realize: Empowering Educators with Data Visualizations

Location: M302

Presenter: Jennifer B. McCain, B.S., M.A., Ed.S (she/her/hers) – Madison City Schools

Presenter: Ashley P. Strode, B.S., M.A. – Madison City Schools

Accountability

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:40 AM – 10:50 AM East Coast USA Time

The Fall of Fractions: Using EdTech Tools to Transform the Way We Teach Fractions

Location: M302

Presenter: Jenna Mercury – ExploreLearning

Special Student Populations

Poster Sessions

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Fully Leveraging the Student Information System in Online Learning

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Craig W. Sinning – Allegheny Intermediate Unit

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Game On: Mastering Teamwork with AI

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Michele L. Klein – Michele Klein Consulting

Innovation

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Learning Together: Collaborative Digital Engagements in Online Courses

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Christine N. Green, PhD (she/her/hers) – State University of New York at Geneseo

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Navigating School in the Metaverse

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Kim Abel – Optima Academy Online

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Refreshing the NSQ Course Standards - A Dive Into Quality Course Design

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Suzie Scheffler (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Betsy Springer (she/her/hers) – Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

Presenter: Jason Neiffer – Montana Digital Academy

Quality

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Self-Efficacy: Do You Know It When You See It?

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Matt Strader – McGraw Hill

SEL and Wraparound Services

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Thrive in the Coming Shocks to Education - Become a Shock Absorber

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Susan Gentz – K20Connect

Presenter: Lea Ann Lockard, BBA, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Elevate e-Learning LLC

Funding/Policy

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Transform CANVAS in 5 minutes: Gamification, Beautiful Dashboards, New Parent View, Control Tower for Teachers, Automated Communication!

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Jared R. Chapman, PhD, MBA, MEd, SFHEA – Delphi M.E.

Co-Presenter: Marshall Eubanks

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Visualizing Quality: Updates & Implementation of Online Program Standards

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Cynthia Hamblin – Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Leveling Up Course Design: Comparing NSQ Course Design Standards and the QM K-12 Rubric

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Suzie Scheffler (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Pamela Shaw (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Recharge & Elevate: Wellness for Digital Learning Excellence

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Jacqueline Dunlap, Master of Arts in Teaching , Certificate in Integrative and Holistic Health (she/her/hers) – Teachers Supporting Teachers Everywhere Inc.

Professional Development

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Revolutionizing Education: A Grassroots Effort to Establish Equitable Learning Pathways

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Lisa Sitkins – LSS Connections and Consulting LLC

Presenter: Mitch A. Cumings – Berrien Springs Public Schools

Presenter: Betsy Springer (she/her/hers) – Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Rising Together: The Phoenix of DLAC

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Christine Voelker, MLS – DLAC

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Visualizing Quality: Updates & Implementation of Online Teaching Standards

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Presenter: Rachel McBroom – NCVPS

Presenter: Wendy L. Oliver, Ed.D., CSM – Xperience Education

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

What If Games Aren’t The Problem But The Solution? Reigniting Student Engagement With 3D Platforms

Location: Marquis Ballroom

Presenter: Eric Tao (he/him/his) – MegaMinds

Innovation

Pre-conference Session

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Best Practices to Develop and Vet Online Content: A Deeper Dive

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Pamela Shaw (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Presenter: Suzie Scheffler (she/her/hers) – QM Quality Matters

Quality

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Building a High-Quality Online and/or Blended Learning Program - Key Questions and Design Considerations

Location: M106/107

Presenter: Bruce Friend – Pine Springs Prep Academy

Presenter: Mary Fluharty (she/her/hers) – Friend Consulting

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Creating Engaging Courses with Immersive Learning for FREE

Location: M301

Presenter: Lance Key – Putnam County Future Ready VITAL

Presenter: ADAM West (he/him/his) – Putnam County Future Ready VITAL

Co-Presenter: Sam Brooks (he/him/his) – Putnam County School System

Digital Content

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Crisis as a Catalyst: Elevating K-12 Online Education with Generative AI

Location: M302

Presenter: Justin Bruno – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Ken Dirkin (he/him/his) – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Jason Neiffer – Montana Digital Academy

Presenter: John Ashworth – Virtual Arkansas

Technology

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Elementary Online Learning: Building a Community of Educators Committed to Equitable and Developmentally Appropriate K-5 Virtual Learning

Location: M303

Presenter: Holly Skadsem – Bloomington Public Schools

Presenter: Lexie Schulte (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota

Presenter: Ray Cannon (he/him/his) – Bloomington Public Schools

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Field Guide for the Blended Learning Classroom

Location: M304

Presenter: Marcia Kish – DSD Professional Development

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Framing Accessibility for Digital Instruction: Practical and Legal Considerations

Location: L503

Presenter: Mary Rice, PhD, MA, BA – University of New Mexico

Presenter: Raymond M. Rose (he/him/his) – Texas Digital Learning Association

Accessibility

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

From Fighting Fires to Innovation: Using a Community of Practice to Design & Refine Virtual/Online Learning

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Betsy Springer (she/her/hers) – Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

Presenter: Cynthia Ambrose – Low Country Virtual

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Hybrid Schools in Action: Student-centered, Innovative, and Flexible Learning Models

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Kim Loomis – i3DigitalPD

Presenter: Dan Mahlandt – Valor Preparatory Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Policy Protectors Unite!

Location: L508

Presenter: Susan Gentz – K20Connect

Funding/Policy

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Research Community Pre-Conference

Location: A602

Presenter: Kristen DeBruler – Michigan Virtual

Co-Presenter: Kelly Cuccolo (she/her/hers) – Michigan Virtual

Research

Monday, Feb 24th

8:00 AM – 10:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Understanding and Harnessing AI: Warnings and Strategies

Location: A701

Presenter: Jon Fila – Inclusive AI Strategies

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Monday, Feb 24th

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Introduction to DLAC for Newbies and Soloists: A Friendworking Session

Location: Imperial Ballroom

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Innovation

Research Study Data Collection

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Parental Engagement in K-12 Online Learning: Exploring Leader Roles and Impact on Student Achievement

Location: M103/104

Presenter: Helen Williams – Launch Virtual Learning- Springfield, MO

Research

State/Regional Meet-ups

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Illinois State Meet-Up

Location: M303

Presenter: Melissa Lundgaard – Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy

Co-Presenter: Edward W. Cook (he/him/his) – Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy

Co-Presenter: Ellen Creaves – Illinois Virtual Schools & Academy

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

North Carolina State Meet-Up

Location: M304

Presenter: Amber Parker (she/her/hers) – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Presenter: Mia Murphy – North Carolina Virtual Public School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Indiana State Affiliate Meet Up

Location: M303

Presenter: Kim Hendrick – CIESC

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Ohio State Meet Up

Location: M304

Presenter: Lily Bartholomew – Ohio Department of Education & Workforce

Presenter: Colleen Grady – Ohio Department of Education & Workforce

Professional Development

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Georgia Online and Blended Learning Meetup

Location: M304

Presenter: Ryan Fuller, EdD – Cobb Virtual Academy

Presenter: Drake Benton – Georgia Connections Academy

Presenter: Emily Kroutil, M.S. (she/her/hers) – Georgia Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Missouri State Affiliate Meet-Up

Location: M303

Presenter: Meghan Roe – Launch Virtual Learning

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Digital Educators of PA: Meet, Mingle, Innovate

Location: M304

Presenter: Holly A. Brzycki (she/her/hers) – CAOLA

Co-Presenter: Matt Zeglen

Co-Presenter: Zack Simmen (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Professional Development

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Maryland State Meet-up

Location: M303

Presenter: Michael Watson (he/him/his) – Frederick County Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

DLAC AZ Affiliate Group Meetup

Location: M304

Presenter: Jill Rogier – ASU Prep Digital

Presenter: Michael Kasper – ASU Prep Digital

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

South Carolina State Meet-Up

Location: M303

Presenter: Carla Jefferson – Darlington County School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Colorado Digital Leaders Annual Networking Event_CO State Affiliate

Location: Pulse Bar

Presenter: Judy Perez – iLearn Collaborative

Presenter: Tracy Stegall (she/her/hers) – iLearn Collaborative

Presenter: Natalie Lundberg – iLearn Collaborative

Professional Development

Symposium

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 4:25 PM East Coast USA Time

The Brave New Digital World of Microschools, ESAs and More

Location: A601

Presenter: Victoria J. Andrews – Getting Smart

Presenter: Mickey Revenaugh – School’s Out

Presenter: Julie Young – Julie Young Education, LLC

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Global Landscape of Online and Hybrid Education

Location: A601

Presenter: Louisa Childs – Dwight Global Online School

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Private Online and Hybrid Schools

Location: A601

Presenter: Brett Henry – Sevenstar

Presenter: Megan Palevich – Holston Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

From Vinyl to Virtual: 80s & 90s Hits Sparking the Digital Learning Conversation

Location: A601

Presenter: Joe Freidhoff (he/him/his) – Michigan Virutal

Presenter: Nichole Lemmon – Launch Virtual Learning, Springfield Public Schools

Design and Refine Your Program

Table Talks

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

A Leader's Guide to Solving Digital Learning Problems

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Wilbern Simpson (he/him/his) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Presenter: Navi Cabrera (she/her/hers) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Academic Integrity in the New Age of AI

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Jenny Seymour – Wisconsin Virtual School / CESA 9

Co-Presenter: Michele Nickels – Wisconsin Virtual School-Cesa 9

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Engaging Students in the Virtual Environment through extracurricular activities

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Nikishia M. Lluvera – Orange County Virtual School, Orange County Public Schools, Orlando , FL

Presenter: DeMetra M. Williams, EDD, FL Certified – Orange County Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 2:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Supporting Students with Specialized Learning Needs in the Virtual Environment

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Erin Jury – Chesapeake Public Schools

Special Student Populations

Monday, Feb 24th

2:25 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Accommodations in Action: Supporting Virtual Students with an IEP or 504 Plan

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Erin Christensen – Chesapeake Virtual Academy

Special Student Populations

Monday, Feb 24th

2:25 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

AI-AI-Oh!

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Melissa Zonin (she/her/hers) – Cobb Virtual Academy

Presenter: Patsy J. Kraj (she/her/hers) – Cobb Virtual Academy - CCSD

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

2:25 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Beyond the Classroom: Preparing for Tomorrow

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Brady Bajuszik (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

2:25 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Early College in the Blended Education world.

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Nathan S. Pearsall (he/him/his) – Pikes Peak Early College

Design and Refine Your Program

Monday, Feb 24th

2:25 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Leading Virtually: Discover the Potential of an Aspiring Leaders Program

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Casey Rudzena – Stride/K12

Co-Presenter: Molly Morales

Professional Development

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Equity-Driven EdTech Systems: Aligning Leadership, Policy, and Practice

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Michael Ham – The Learning Accelerator

Presenter: Beth Holland, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – The Learning Accelerator

Funding/Policy

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Revolutionizing Online Special Education with AI: Practical Strategies for IEPs and Beyond

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Tina A. Wagner, Masters of Education (she/her/hers) – Salem Keizer Public School - EDGE Program

Innovation

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Sí, Oui, Ja You Can! Using AI to Conquer the Challenges of Teaching and Designing World Language Courses in a K-12 Online School

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: David Alexander – Georgia Virtual School

Presenter: Carmen Stancu – Georgia Virtual School

Presenter: Michael Farmer – Georgia Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 3:50 PM East Coast USA Time

Tried and True: Evidence-Based Practices for K-12 Online Teaching

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: April Fleetwood, octorate in Curriculum and Instruction; Master’s in English Education; B.A. in English; Florida Professional Teaching Certification in English 6-12; Reading Endorsed; ESOL Endorsed; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Presenter: Brianne Flory – Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:55 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Adapting to AI through The Five Stages of Grief

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Mike Kentz – AI for Schools

Professional Development

Monday, Feb 24th

3:55 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Closing the gap between the real world and students in digital learning

Location: Skyline 5

Co-Presenter: Taichi Sugiura – Inspire High, Inc.

Co-Presenter: Emi Takemura – FutureEdu

SEL and Wraparound Services

Monday, Feb 24th

3:55 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Holding the Attention of Young Reading Students

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Greg Tuve – Bristol Standard, LLC

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:55 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Implementing Teaching Practices that Foster Online Learning Champions

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Jean Sharp – Sharp Solutions & Services Group, Inc.

Presenter: Kim Loomis – i3DigitalPD

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:55 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Math Masters: Reaching learners of all levels

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Kim J. Klyczek – CUSD 303

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Connecting Beyond Clicks: Crafting Vital Online Communities for Student Success

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Sarah Johnston (she/her/hers) – Allegheny Intermediate Unit

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

“Keeping Up with the Curriculum” the Reality of UBD Curricular Planning: Share how your school ensures that quality planning leads to quality courses.

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Katy Giovanisci, Ed.D – Agora Cyber Charter School

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Digital Literacy in Online Education

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Shadarra James (she/her/hers) – Texas Connections Academy

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Access to High Quality Instruction: Providing Opportunity for All

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Navi Cabrera (she/her/hers) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Presenter: Wilbern Simpson (he/him/his) – Stride - K12 Learning Solutions

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Creating Community and Student Engagement in a Virtual World

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Kelli Jordan – Chesapeake Public Schools

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Methods for Building Self-Management and Executive Function Skills in Online Cohort Model Programs

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Scott C. Rowles, MAT, P/ET – Baker Early College

Presenter: Patrick Kailey, MAT, PhD (he/him/his) – Baker Early College

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Navigating Remote Testing: Innovations and Insights for Digital Learning

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Nadia W. Seals, M. Ed – Southern University Laboratory Virtual School

Accountability

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Welcoming Newcomers/Lower-Level Multilingual Learners to your Online Enviornment

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Sarah E. Klieforth-Williams (she/her/hers) – Denver Public Schools

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:55 AM – 10:30 AM East Coast USA Time

Engaging MLL Students in Reciprocal Academic Conversations in the Online Environment

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Hayley R. Murphy (she/her/hers) – Denver Online 6-12

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

#BuildingVirtualRelationships --How to thrive and shine in the digital age

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Alicia V. Hughes (she/her/hers) – Sparking Up Leadership

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

From Absenteeism to Engagement

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Natalie Freeman (she/her/hers) – Indiana Online- CIESC

Presenter: Melissa Bardack, M.Ed – Indiana Online - CIESC

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Synergizing Success: Onboarding Online Teachers

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Patsy J. Kraj (she/her/hers) – Cobb Virtual Academy - CCSD

Presenter: Rebecca D. HwangBo, Ed.S. (she/her/hers) – Cobb Virtual Academy - Cobb County School District

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 11:35 AM East Coast USA Time

The Good, the Bad, and the Outright Ugly: Conversations on Supporting the Struggling Reader Virtually

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Kelly Watson – GOAL Digital Academy

Presenter: Dionna Randas – GOAL Digital Academy

Co-Presenter: Stephanie Bowers – GOAL Digital Academy

Special Student Populations

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:40 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Accountability Architects: Building A Culture of Commitment

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Julie Jimerson – Stride: K12

Presenter: Amanda Miro – Stride-K12 Learning Solutions

Presenter: Courtney McElroy – Stride- K12 Learning Solutions

Accountability

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:40 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Amplify Adventures: Captivating Online Students in Crucial Learning Arenas

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Maegan M. Proctor – Indiana Digital Learning School

Presenter: Amy Ott-Lutterman (she/her/hers) – Indiana Digital Learning School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:40 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Language Proficiency in a Global Society: Innovating the Future of Online World Languages Education

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Rebecca D. HwangBo, Ed.S. (she/her/hers) – Cobb Virtual Academy - Cobb County School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:40 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Neurodivergent Super Powers for Teachers

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Betsy Springer (she/her/hers) – Gull Lake Virtual Partnership

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Building and Upskilling a Resilient Workforce With a Learner-Centric Model

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Andy Shean, Alliant International University: Doctor of Education - EdD, Educational Leadership and Mgmt; Curriculum Development & Administration; Admin Credential (K-12) Penn State World Campus: Emerging Online Learning Leader Certificate, Online Education and Leadership University of Northern Colorado: Master of Education (M.Ed.), Special Education with an Emphasis in Mild/Moderate Needs; Educational Specialist Credential (K-12) University of Northern Colorado: B.A., Sociology of Education; Emphasis in Elementary Ed; Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (K-12) – Penn Foster Group

Presenter: Zach Heller (he/him/his) – Penn Foster Group

Design and Refine Your Program

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Maximizing in-person activities for virtual students; Peak Time

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Ross Menlove, MEd, MBA – Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary

Presenter: Ellery Goudy – Rocky Peak Virtual

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Navigating Together: A Networking Session for State Leaders

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Matt White – Indiana Department of Education

Presenter: Alisha Foor – Indiana Department of Education

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Not just Surviving, but Thriving Homeschool Edition

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Brady Bajuszik (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Danielle Freeman – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

5 Keys to a Compassionate Classroom

Location: Skyline 3

Speaker: Marcela Perez

Speaker: Carmen Gross

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Better Online Programs: Insights from the National Standards for Quality

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Cynthia Hamblin – Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Harrington – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Amy Michalowski (she/her/hers) – VHS Learning

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Cultivating Wellness: Nurturing Teacher Self-Care in the Blended Learning Landscape

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Courtney Walker, IMFT – Tomorrow Center/NYAP/Calm Connections Counseling

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Let's Talk Data! Brainstorming Strategies for Tracking Online Learning Enrollments

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Presenter: Ben Maynard – Office of Education Technology, Kentucky Dept. of Education

Research

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 3:35 PM East Coast USA Time

Personalized Power-Ups: Making High-Impact Tutoring Work for You

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Sandy Marchant (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Brady Bajuszik (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:40 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Advancing Equity Through Grading Reform with Digital Portfolios in K-12 Education

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Jordan Lewis (he/him/his) – SpacesEDU by myBlueprint

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:40 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Closing the Gap: Virtual High-Dosage Tutoring as a Pathway to Equity in K-12 Education

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Beverly A. Knox-Pipes – BKP Solutions/Nova Southeastern University

Presenter: Rob Belous – Stride Tutoring

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:40 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

SEL for the 21st Century

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Kim J. Klyczek – CUSD 303

SEL and Wraparound Services

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:40 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

You’ve Built It, Now What? Operationalizing and Scaling Your Online Program

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Emily Carle Hafer – Edison Virtual Learning

Presenter: Carly E. Fuller – EdisonLearning

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Giving that Warm Fuzzy Feeling in the Virtual World

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Holly Branch – Berkeley County Schools, WV

Presenter: Terri VanderWijst (she/her/hers) – Berkeley County Schools, WV

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Leading with Heart: Putting people first in the virtual world.

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Lisa A. Zimmerman – Eastern Lancaster County School District

Presenter: William Swinsburg – Eastern Lancaster County School District

Presenter: Zachary Fulmer (he/him/his) – ELANCO School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Mastering Asynchronous Scheduling: Strategies for Effective Online Learning

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Lea Ann Lockard, BBA, M.Ed. (she/her/hers) – Elevate e-Learning LLC

Co-Presenter: Brita Martin-Lindsey, EdD – Elevate e-Learning, LLC

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time

Supporting the Littles: Online and Hybrid Learning Opportunities for K-2

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Kecia Ray – K20Connect

Quality

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Elementary Online Learning

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Holly Skadsem – Bloomington Public Schools

Presenter: Lexie Schulte (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota

Presenter: Ray Cannon (he/him/his) – Bloomington Public Schools

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Embodying Authentic Leadership for Transformative Purposes in the Classroom

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Gabrielle Ciofani, M.A.T., Principal Certification, State of Ohio (she/her/hers) – OHDELA

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Partnerships: Engaging Parents to Boost Student Success in Online Education

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Dakota Lawrence – Venture Upward

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Finding Balance: Exploring the Impact of Synchronous Learning in Full-Time Virtual Environments on Student Success

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Nadia W. Seals, M. Ed – Southern University Laboratory Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Integrating Social Emotional Learning in K-12 Online Education

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Lindsey Groettum (she/her/hers) – 279Online

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:05 AM East Coast USA Time

GT: Building a student driven supportive community

Location: Skyline 3

Presenter: Grace Montenegro (she/her/hers) – Denver Online (Denver Public Schools)

Co-Presenter: Amber Weintraub

Special Student Populations

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:05 AM East Coast USA Time

Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Through Digital Learning

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Emily Carle Hafer – Edison Virtual Learning

Presenter: Carly E. Fuller – EdisonLearning

Digital Content

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:05 AM East Coast USA Time

Developing the Best Online Teachers: Insights from the National Standards for Quality

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Presenter: Wendy L. Oliver, Ed.D., CSM – Xperience Education

Presenter: Rachel McBroom – NCVPS

Quality

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:05 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Leaders: Essential Digital Tools and Their Impact on K-12 Leadership

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Beverly A. Knox-Pipes – BKP Solutions/Nova Southeastern University

Co-Presenter: Jerri Lynn Williams-Harper (she/her/hers) – White Pine School District

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:10 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Aligning Hearts and Minds: Slaying Change Through Connection

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Amanda Miro – Stride-K12 Learning Solutions

Presenter: Julie Jimerson – Stride: K12

Presenter: Courtney McElroy – Stride- K12 Learning Solutions

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:10 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Create an AI Professional Development that is hands-on for those new to AI Education tools!

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Carrie Cherney (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual Academy

Presenter: Matt VanEffen – WIVA

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:10 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Digital Bridges: Building Stronger Student and Family Connections in Online Learning

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Kathryn Cerminara (she/her/hers) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Presenter: Brady Bajuszik (he/him/his) – Lincoln Learning Solutions

Communications/Marketing

Wednesday, Feb 26th

11:10 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Career Success: Enhancing CTE with Micro-Academies and Credential-Based Learning

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Courtney Freeman (she/her/hers) – ACCEL Schools

Presenter: Teren Jackson – ACCEL Schools

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

A Human Endeavor - An Open Discussion about Our Humanity in Highly Digital Learning Environments

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Ian J. Jones (he/him/his) – Denver Online - Denver Public Schools

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

PE Reimagined - Explore new ways to reach the modern student in PE with technology, curriculum and innovation.

Location: Skyline 1

Presenter: Adam Shafer – Hiveclass

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Empowering Learners Anytime, Anywhere: Insights from Our Asynchronous Support Journey

Location: Skyline 2

Presenter: Eva Cronin – Cobb Virtual Academy

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:05 PM East Coast USA Time

Overcoming Negative Perceptions of Online Learning in K-12: A Strategy to Close the Post-COVID Achievement Gap

Location: Skyline 5

Presenter: Beverly A. Knox-Pipes – BKP Solutions/Nova Southeastern University

Communications/Marketing

Wednesday, Feb 26th

2:10 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Getting Your Nights & Weekends Back: Using AI to go beyond multiple choice

Location: Skyline 4

Presenter: Athena Savino – Owler AI

Innovation

Workshops

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Building An Evidence Base For Public Virtual And Hybrid Learning Models with Collaborative Research

Location: L503

Presenter: Beth Holland, Ph.D. (she/her/hers) – The Learning Accelerator

Research

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

CWA's Three Pronged Approach to Learning: Developing an Advisory System that Promotes Student and Family Agency in School.

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Brad A. Linn – Clackamas Web Academy

Presenter: Zoe Booth – Clackamas Web Academy

Presenter: Alyss Broderick (she/her/hers) – Clackamas Web Academy

Co-Presenter: Tracey Grant – Clackamas Web Academy

Co-Presenter: Steve St. Amand – Clackamas Web Academy

Co-Presenter: Laura Lentz (she/her/hers) – Clackamas Web Academy

Co-Presenter: Jeff Steere (he/him/his) – Clackamas Web Academy

Accessibility

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Integrating AI into EdTech Strategic Planning: Enhancing Education Through Innovation and Inclusion

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Eileen Belastock, CETL – Belastock Consulting

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

1:45 PM – 3:00 PM East Coast USA Time

Leveraging Social Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI: is SEL the key to navigating our changing educational landscape?

Location: L508

Presenter: Trinity Wilbourn, M.Ed (she/her/hers) – The Namaste Project

Presenter: Danielle Brunson, Ed.S, MAED – The Namaste Project

SEL and Wraparound Services

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Responsive Leadership: Creating Psychologically Safe Spaces Through Intentional Meeting Practices and Self-Reflection

Location: L503

Lead Speaker: ADAM West (he/him/his) – Putnam County Future Ready VITAL

Presenter: Sam Brooks (he/him/his) – Putnam County School System

Presenter: Lance Key – Putnam County Future Ready VITAL

Co-Presenter: Ciara Cassity – Putnam County Future Ready VITAL

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Enough Talk! Let’s Play with Promising Instructional Practices Using Artificial Intelligence

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Albert Kim – Leading Educators

Presenter: Michael Ham – The Learning Accelerator

Teaching Strategies

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Exploring the Updated Standards for Quality Online Teaching

Location: L503

Presenter: Allison Powell – DLAC

Presenter: Wendy L. Oliver, Ed.D., CSM – Xperience Education

Presenter: Rachel McBroom – NCVPS

Quality

Monday, Feb 24th

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Gaming the System

Location: L508

Presenter: Jackie Honghern (she/her/hers) – Pathfinder School of Innovation

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

AI-Powered CBE: Revolutionizing Course Design, Content Creation, and Assessment

Location: L503

Presenter: Jessica Enderson, Ed. S – North Dakota Center for Distance Education

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Effective Strategies for Integrating Dynamic 3D Learning Environments in Schools and Districts

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Eric Tao (he/him/his) – MegaMinds

Innovation

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Elementary Online Learning: Community, Engagement, and Belonging

Location: L508

Presenter: Holly Skadsem – Bloomington Public Schools

Presenter: Lexie Schulte (she/her/hers) – University of Minnesota

Presenter: Ray Cannon (he/him/his) – Bloomington Public Schools

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Low Effort, High Impact Accessible Content Tips for All Learners (Level 1)

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Meri Tunison (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual School

Presenter: Larissa Zompolas (she/her/hers) – Wisconsin Virtual School

Accessibility

Tuesday, Feb 25th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

The AI Sandbox: Play your way into the future of AI and Education

Location: L503

Presenter: Mike Yates – The Reinvention Lab at Teach for America

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Building Family Connection through a School News Program (and Family targeted videos)!

Location: L503

Presenter: Ray Cannon (he/him/his) – Bloomington Public Schools

Communications/Marketing

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Make Music Count: Engaging Students in Math Through Piano and Pop Songs

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Wendy L. Oliver, Ed.D., CSM – Xperience Education

Presenter: Marcus Blackwell – Make Music Count

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Quality in Focus: Engaging with the National Standards for Quality Online Programs (NSQOP) and Accreditation Readiness

Location: L508

Presenter: Cynthia Hamblin – Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance

Presenter: Dr. Christopher Harrington – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Amy Michalowski (she/her/hers) – VHS Learning

Quality

Tuesday, Feb 25th

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Unleashing Classroom Magic with Magicschool AI: Your Digital Teaching Assistant!

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Carlene Meloy – Pinellas Virtual School

Presenter: Mandy Perry – Pinellas Virtual School

Technology

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Embracing the Mess: Modeling Synchronous Online Learning

Location: L503

Presenter: Holly Boleski (she/her/hers) – Michigan Virtual

Presenter: Christy Trombetta – Michigan Virtual

Teaching Strategies

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

The Burnt Out Educator: How to Use Ed Tech for a Work Life Balance

Location: L508

Presenter: Coach Joe Marino – Bright Thinker

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Universal Design for Learning Adventure: Crafting Inclusive Classrooms with Interactive Educational Technology Tools!

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Wendy Velez-Torres – Coppin State University

Digital Content

Tuesday, Feb 25th

3:00 PM – 4:15 PM East Coast USA Time

Why does it all matter?

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Desire J. Mosser (she/her/hers) – Pasco eSchool

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Navigating College Financial Aid for Online Students

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Carlynn Greene (she/her/hers) – Scholarship Guru

Speaker: Carlynn Greene (she/her/hers) – Scholarship Guru

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Project Management for Educators: Balancing Teaching and Administrative Tasks

Location: L508

Presenter: Kristi Oliva – Amazon

Technology

Wednesday, Feb 26th

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM East Coast USA Time

Tailoring Mental Health Support for Digital Learners and Their Families

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Niyoka McCoy, PhD (she/her/hers) – Stride Teaching and Learning

Presenter: Adele Winter – Cook Center for Human Connection

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

CAPES OFF!: Stepping Away from Burnout and Into Your True Power

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Nya Abernathy (she/her/hers) – The Dignity Effect

Professional Development

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Differentiated Instruction Made Easy with AI

Location: L503

Presenter: Marcia Kish – DSD Professional Development

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Making Online Content Accessible For All

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Nicole Letoile (she/her/hers) – LEtoile Education, LLC

Accessibility

Wednesday, Feb 26th

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time

Theory to Practice: Navigating Classroom Moral-Dilemmas using Simulations for Teachers

Location: L508

Presenter: Ken Spero, MBA – SchoolSims

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Distance Learning is Hard! Building Comprehensive and Collaborative Wraparound Supports in the Online Environment

Location: L504/505

Presenter: Raye Mahlberg, PhD, MEd, MBA (she/her/hers) – Nightingale College

SEL and Wraparound Services

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Enhancing Online Education with AI: Tips, Strategies, and Success Stories

Location: A602

Presenter: Benjamin Wyatt – St. Petersburg College

Innovation

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Exploring the power of science, math, and STEM simulations for high engagement and lasting understanding

Location: L506/507

Presenter: Jenna Mercury – ExploreLearning

Teaching Strategies

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Family Engagement in the Virtual Setting

Location: L503

Presenter: Samantha L. Goldsmith (they/them/theirs) – Stride/HCCA

Design and Refine Your Program

Wednesday, Feb 26th

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM East Coast USA Time

Navigating Virtual Classrooms: Essential Presentation Skills for New Virtual Teacher

Location: L508

Presenter: DeMetra M. Williams, EDD, FL Certified – Orange County Virtual School

Best Practices (Teaching and Leadership)