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SUMMARY:Application Window Open: CTO Academy for K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs 2026-27 - Open Until Full
DESCRIPTION:The CTO Academy For K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs is a program to address the needs of education technology leaders who are new (less than four full years) to their CTO or Technology Leadership position or aspiring CTOs and EdTech leaders currently working in a technology department. Participants will have the opportunity to develop edtech leadership skills including; managing diverse teams\, leading a variety of projects simultaneously\, and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders. Academy participants make a positive impact on student-centered and digital learning in their school district and enhance their career trajectory. \n \nThe program extends from October 1\, 2026 – June 1\, 2027. \n\nThis program was developed through public and private sector leaders\, district CTOs and edtech leaders to address current professional development needs and thought partner support for aspiring and early-career CTO and EdTech leaders. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email:\nJill Brown\, jbrown@cosn.org CoSN Director of Professional Learning \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS:\nParticipants in CoSN’s CTO Academy For K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs will benefit from a blended learning model consisting of:\nMentorship – a thought partner/mentor to match your specific needs that is a seasoned professional with at least 5 years that extends from October 1\, 2026-June 1\, 2027.\nTwo virtual events per month that include deep-dive discussions and practical content and activities.\nMonthly “News You Can Use”.\nProject Overview Presentation (select projects will be featured at the CoSN2027 Conference)\nA private online community consisting of past and current cohort members and mentors.\nRegistration for CoSN2027.\nA face-to-face event at the CoSN2027 Conference.\n\nELIGIBILITY AND TIMELINE:\nNew career K-12 chief technology officers (CTOs) and technology leaders with fewer than 4 years of experience or aspiring technology leaders who are already working in a technology department at a school are invited to apply.\nApplications are open until full.\nRegistration Fee: $3\,999* members. This program is open only to individuals from CoSN member school systems.\nMore information on joining CoSN is here: https://www.cosn.org/membership-overview/cosn-membership-application/\nThe registration fee will be invoiced upon acceptance. Fees include program\, materials\, and registration for the COSN2026 Conference. Participants are responsible for travel and lodging for the COSN Conference. \n***Your fee may be paid THIS year or NEXT fiscal year before Oct. 1\, 2026.***\n\nSCHOLARSHIPS:\nWe hope there will be 3-6 Belonging and Inclusion Academy Scholarships available for CTOs from different populations in the education technology community. As part of the application process\, you may request to be considered for one of these scholarships. Scholarship availability closes June 8th.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/application-window-open-cto-academy-for-k-12-early-career-and-aspiring-ctos-2026_27/
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Value of Investment (VOI) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for EdTech Leaders Webinar
DESCRIPTION:EdTech value doesn’t speak for itself. Leaders do. \nK–12 districts are investing millions in education technology—but too often\, the story behind those investments gets lost. Data lives in spreadsheets. Impact is felt in classrooms. And leaders are left trying to connect the dots for boards\, families\, and communities. \nThis webinar is designed for the leaders who have to tell that story clearly\, confidently\, and credibly. \nJoin a team of experienced K–12 EdTech leaders as they unpack how to translate complex metrics—ROI\, TCO\, and Value of Investment—into a narrative that decision-makers understand and trust. You’ll learn how to connect technology investments to instructional impact\, equity\, efficiency\, and student outcomes\, and how to communicate that value in ways that resonate beyond the IT department. \nThis session goes beyond calculations. It’s about: \nFraming technology as a strategic investment\, not a line item \nAligning data with district goals\, instructional priorities\, and community values \nMaking the case for future investments with clarity and confidence \nEnsuring everyone—from boards to parents—understands why this technology matters \nIf you’ve ever struggled to explain the value of the technology you support—or to secure buy-in for what’s needed next—this conversation is for you. \nBecause the right story can turn technology spending into shared understanding and sustained support. \nNote: The Webinar is free for members and available a low cost for non-members to attend live. And the recording will be posted on our YouTube channel for free for everyone: https://www.youtube.com/@CoSNweb \n \nPresenters: \nFrankie J. Jackson\, CETL®\, RTSBA\nFormer K-12 CTO (TX)\nCoSN Subject Matter Expert \nMichael Flood\, Founder & CEO\, Alpine Frog\nCoSN Committee Member \nMaria Stavropoulos\, CETL®\nDirector of Technology at Northbrook School District 28 (IL) \nWilliam Brackett\, MCITP\, CNE\, Network+\, A+\nDirector of Technology at Oak Park Elementary District 97 (IL) \nRich Platts\, CETL®\nChief Technology Officer at Allegheny Intermediate Unit (PA) \nTony Dotts\, CISSP | CvCISO | CETL® | CCRE\nInformation Security Manager for Community High School District 99 (IL) \nSean Whelan\, CETL®\, CCRE\nDirector of Technology and Operations at Garfield Heights City Schools (OH) \nAll registered attendees will receive a recording of the webinar. \nAll live attendees will receive a certificate that lists your name (as it appears in our database)\, the event title\, the month and year\, and the Continuing Education Activity (CEA) credits earned. The recording link will include instructions on how to earn a certificate after watching the recorded session.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/value-of-investment-value-of-instruction-voi%c2%b2-in-k-12-education-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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