2026
NYSCATE: Summer Golf Educational Fundraiser
Network with NYS district leaders, golf on an award-winning course and have fun, all while raising money for NYS classrooms!
ISTE: Orlando, FL
ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education) is a global nonprofit organization that empowers educators to transform teaching and learning through the effective use of technology. Through conferences, professional learning, research, and standards, ISTE helps educators develop innovative, student-centered practices that prepare learners for success in a rapidly changing world.
Sessions:
SMILEFactor: Bringing Passion, Play, and Purpose Back to Education (Laurie and Matt)
Confluence: Lubbock Texas
Confluence is more than a conference—it's a community where educators come together to learn, connect, and be inspired. Held each summer in Lubbock, Texas, Confluence blends innovative learning, hands-on experiences, and meaningful conversations with an atmosphere that's equal parts professional growth and fun. From engaging sessions and creative ideas to unforgettable networking and plenty of laughter, Confluence is a place where passionate educators leave recharged, equipped, and ready to make an even greater impact in their schools and classrooms.
Sessions:
SMILEFactor: Bringing Passion, Play, and Purpose Back to Education (Laurie and Matt)
Building Inquiry-Based Instruction (Matt)
Once upon a problem: using picture books for innovation and design thinking (Laurie)
Future of Education Technology Conference: Orlando, FLA
The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) is one of the nation's premier gatherings for educators, school leaders, and technology innovators dedicated to transforming teaching and learning. Bringing together thousands of passionate professionals, FETC showcases the latest trends, practical strategies, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of education. It's an inspiring place to discover new ideas, build meaningful connections, and collaborate with leaders committed to creating engaging, innovative learning experiences for every student.
Sessions
Tech Trailblazers: AI, Creation, and Impact in K-5 Classrooms (Laurie and Matt)
Future-Focused Leadership: Leading Today with Tomorrow in Mind (Laurie and Matt)
Hidden Algorithms: Unveiling CS in Unexpected Places (Laurie )
Beyond the Screen: Unplugged Thinking for Digital Balance (Laurie )
Teaching CS with Picture Books and Kami + Book Giveaway (Laurie )
Innovative Leadership (Matt)
Digital Explorers: Wellness in digital learning (Matt)
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