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SUMMARY:Shaping the Future of K-12 Education with AI
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is transforming every part of the education experience – from classroom learning to district-level operations. But in the rapidly evolving K-12 landscape\, how do we separate the hype from what actually drives impact? \nJoin us for a timely and candid conversation between education innovator Carl Hooker and Shane Foster\, Follett Software Chief Technology & Product Officer\, as they explore the real opportunities and responsibilities of AI in today’s schools. \nThis session will examine: \n• How AI is reshaping teaching\, learning\, and administrative efficiency \n• Where school leaders can responsibly and effectively implement AI tools \n• The role of trusted partners in building sustainable AI strategies \nWith decades of experience serving over 80\,000 schools worldwide\, Follett Software is uniquely positioned at the intersection of education and innovation. This webinar will provide the insights you need to make informed\, forward-looking decisions about the future of AI in your district.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/shaping-the-future-of-k-12-education-with-ai/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Facilitated Online Course Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Educators\, students\, and parents are now benefiting from the exciting opportunities available as a result of new instructional technologies\, including cloud-based technology services and mobile applications. These technologies enable rich\, data-powered classroom experiences and the anytime\, anywhere learning that education technologists and educators have envisioned for many years. However\, as schools turn to cloud services for applications\, content and data analytics\, and online assessment\, keeping students’ data private and secure becomes more difficult. This course is designed for school district leaders who need help in understanding existing privacy laws\, defining best and necessary practices around privacy\, and communicating effectively with their communities. Syllabus \nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 10 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year. \nThis course meets online every *Tuesday from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET Sept 16th-Nov 18th\, 2025\n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to attend on a particular day.\nParticipants may register after Sept 16th and begin the class Sept 23rd. Contact jbrown@cosn.org for details. \n\nOur subject matter expert and instructor regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Melissa Tebbenkamp here. \nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 9 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year. \n\n Educator: Members $649 Non-Members $849; Corporate: Members: $849 Non-Members $1049\n\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount\n\n*If you want to buy several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/the-intersection-of-data-privacy-and-cybersecurity-facilitated-online-course-fall-2025/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T170000
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SUMMARY:THE EMPOWERED SUPERINTENDENTS EDLEADER PANEL SERIES: Driving K-12 Innovation: Current Hurdles and Accelerators (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Karen Cheser\, Superintendent\, Durango School District (CO); Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar\, Superintendent\, Desert Sands Unified School District (CA); Glenn Robbins\, Superintendent\, Brigantine Public School District (NJ); and Laura Geringer\, Project Director\, CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation initiative and EdTech Innovation Committee\, and Founder\, PumpkinBerry Consulting\nModerated by Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) \nThis edLeader Panel series is presented by CoSN and AASA.\nSponsored by ClassLink \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. This program may qualify for CoSN CETL® Recertification. \nCoSN’s 2025 Driving K-12 Innovation report is the collaborative result of an international advisory board of over 130 education and technology experts. Together\, they produced the report that identifies the most important Hurdles (challenges)\, Accelerators (mega-trends)\, and Tech Enablers (tools) that currently impact K-12 technology innovation. \nIn this two-part edLeader Panel series\, three leading superintendents who served on the Driving K-12 Innovation Advisory Board share the process behind the development of the 2025 report and how they each address the Hurdles\, Accelerators\, and Tech Enablers within their own school systems. \nIn part one of the series\, the superintendent panel will be joined by the Project Director for CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation initiative and EdTech Innovation Committee. Together\, they take a deep dive into the current Hurdles and Accelerators identified in the report. Part two will focus on Technology Enablers. \nThis edLeader Panel is of high value to K-12 educators in both leadership and classroom roles. The broader school community will also benefit as the panel explores the trends\, challenges\, and technologies defining the future of learning. \nRegister for Part 2: Driving K-12 Innovation: Tech Enablers \nView all of the recent EmpowerED Superintendent edLeader Panels. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nKaren Cheser\, Ed.D.\, the 2025 CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent of the Year\, is the proud Superintendent of the Durango\, Colorado\, School District and was previously a superintendent in Kentucky. Dr. Cheser has been instrumental in bringing innovation\, student agency\, and a focus on future workforce to Southwest Colorado and Northern Kentucky. She served as national Vice-Chair of EdLeader21 and is a member of the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent Advisory Panel and SEEC (Superintendents’ Environmental Education Collaborative). She is Board Chair of the Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative and President of the Durango Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Cheser has been honored with additional awards such as the Toyota Business Collaboration Award\, KY Administrator of the Year\, and AASA Female Administrator of the Year runner-up. Dr. Cheser is mom to two college-age sons and wife to an entrepreneur/woodworker\, loves to travel\, and coaches robotics in her spare time. \n\n\nKelly May-Vollmar\, Ed.D.\, is the proud Superintendent for Desert Sands Unified School District\, serving approximately 27\,000 students. Throughout her over 20 years in education\, she has served in numerous capacities. Dr. May-Vollmar has served on the CoSN Digital Equity Educator Advisory Panel and is the Co-chair of the Chief Technology Officer Council and the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent’s Advisory Panel. She is currently a CoSN Board Member. In 2024\, Dr. May-Vollmar was honored to receive the DALI Women of Distinction Award. In 2019\, she was awarded the ACSA State Technology Administrator of the Year. She is passionate about bridging the divide that often exists between curriculum and technology departments as well as bridging the digital divide for all students. To this end\, she is thrilled to have led her district to launch their own LTE network and be awarded the CoSN Digital Equity Award in 2021. \n\n\nGlenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in New Jersey and has served as a public school superintendent since 2016. His prior roles include middle school principal\, high school assistant principal\, social studies teacher\, and varsity coach. Glenn is a two-time best-selling author of Calm in the Chaos and I Won’t Back Down\, and a nationally sought-after speaker. His leadership has earned him numerous awards\, including EdTech Digest International District Leadership Finalist\, National Exemplar of Education Award\, Top 100 Educational Influencers in the U.S.\, NJ Visionary Superintendent\, and NASSP Digital Principal of the Year. He is a member of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools and was named NASS Technology (AI) Superintendent of the Year. Glenn has been invited to the White House and U.S. Department of Education under three administrations. He holds a National Superintendent Certification and serves as an AASA mentor and board member. \n\n\nLaura Geringer is Project Director for CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation initiative and EdTech Innovation Committee. As Founder of PumpkinBerry Consulting\, she helps education leaders make ideas visible and collaboration engaging. Laura combines visual thinking\, experiential learning\, and community engagement to create unique experiences that changemakers want to be part of. She’s known for her combination of ingenuity and organization\, designing highly creative solutions and the processes to make them reality. With a master’s in international higher education from Loyola University and a B.A. in film production from Northwestern University\, Laura has dedicated 15+ years to combining experience design and visual media in education. At PumpkinBerry Consulting\, she partners with learning-centric organizations to engage communities\, facilitate innovation\, and produce strategic resources that move the needle. At the heart of her work is the belief that we can create better\, more human futures through collaboration\, learning\, and value-centric leadership. \n\n\nAbout the Moderator \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, created in partnership with AASA\, The School Superintendents Association. Ann served as Executive Director for Educational Technology in Klein ISD\, near Houston\, Texas\, until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years\, Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 educators serving 50\,000 students. She was Co-chair of the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee\, which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. Today\, Ann works as a public speaker\, writer\, and consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the edWeb.net Advisory Board and is a founding member of ERDI’s Ed Leadership Council. Ann is co-author of Life Lessons in Leadership. \n\n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n\nCoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n\n \nClassLink is a global education provider of identity and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards\, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on\, streamline class rostering\, automate account provisioning\, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 19 million students and staff in over 2\,500 school systems. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/the-empowered-superintendents-edleader-panel-series-current-hurdles-and-accelerators-shaping-k-12-education-innovation/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Dynamic-Duo: How Curriculum and Technology Departments Unite for Excellence Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar Series \nMissed CoSN2025 in Seattle or couldn’t attend every session? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the most popular\, standing-room-only presentations to you in a special webinar series. Learn from top EdTech leaders from across the country—no travel needed! \nThe Dynamic-Duo: How Curriculum and Technology Departments Unite for Excellence \nJoin us on a journey to understand the pivotal role this dynamic duo plays in fostering a culture of innovation\, empowering educators and IT professionals through skill development\, and preparing students for a future that seamlessly blends curriculum and technology. \n\nKey Take Aways:\n\nEnhanced Collaboration Strategies: Learn effective methods for fostering seamless collaboration between curriculum and technology departments\, ensuring alignment and mutual support in achieving educational goals.\nMutual Benefits and Innovation: Understand the benefits for both curriculum and technology departments\, including opportunities for innovation\, skill development\, and the creation of a cohesive\, forward-thinking educational environment.\nCase Studies and Best Practices: Examine real-world examples of successful curriculum-technology partnerships\, highlighting best practices and key lessons learned that can be applied to your own institution.\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlison Schlotfeldt\, CETL (she/her/hers) \nCurriculum Integration Coordinator\nSchool City of Mishawaka\nMishawaka\, Indiana \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt Modlin\, CETL \nDirector of Technology\nSchool City of Mishawaka\nMishawaka\, Indiana
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/the-dynamic-duo-how-curriculum-and-technology-departments-unite-for-excellence-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T140000
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SUMMARY:Remember the Human: Deploying AI in Your District Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar Series \nMissed CoSN2025 in Seattle or couldn’t attend every session? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the most popular\, standing-room-only presentations to you in a special webinar series. Learn from top EdTech leaders from across the country—no travel needed! \nRemember the Human: Deploying AI in Your District Webinar \nAs districts across the globe grapple with the tectonic shifts caused by generative AI\, there is a tendency to rush to the tool as an answer to nearly all challenges of content creation\, evaluation and synthesis. This approach\, while exciting\, diminishes the human intelligence that is essential to effective\, ethical and equitable deployment of this technology. This session provides guidance for a responsible process by which your educational community can engage in the thoughtful and impactful use of artificial intelligence for all students\, ethically. Remembering the human element\, practice empathy and asking the right questions are the path forward. \n\nKey Take Aways:\n\nParticipants will leave with several practical examples of how to deploy generative AI in their district\, whether it be small (WSD)\, medium (ABCUSD) or large (SAUSD)\, as well as have a framework created by the largest regional education agency in the country (LACOE).\nUnderstand the broad implications of generative AI when placed within the context of K-12 education. Walk away with flexible strategies on how to incorporate a district’s entire educational community as we transform education moving forward.\nDiscover the role of human intelligence in an effective artificial intelligence deployment strategy. Develop proven tactics for growing empathy\, effective questioning techniques and other human qualities in your student population to prepare them for a future of ubiquitous AI.\n\nPresenters: \n\nGerardo Martinez\, MA\nExecutive Director\, Educational Technology\nWestminster School District\nWestminster\, California \n\nChristopher Hoang\, EdD\nAssistant Director\, Technology Innovation and Outreach\nLos Angeles County Office of Education\nDowney\, California \n\nMike Lawrence\, CAE (moderator)\nDirector\, Information & Technology\nABC Unified School District\nCerritos\, California \n \nJerry Almendarez\nFormer Superintendent\nSanta Ana Unified School District\nSanta Ana\, CA \n\nChad Laines\nInstructional Technology Specialist\nABC Unified School District\nCerritos\, California
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/remember-the-human-deploying-ai-in-your-district-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Belonging & Inclusion Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the powerful conversations we’ve had at the CoSN conference’s “Belonging & Inclusion Network Meetups”\, CoSN’s Belonging & Inclusion Committee has launched a quarterly virtual series where CoSN members can meet in a safe virtual space to discuss their Belonging & Inclusion workplace and career successes and challenges. \nThese Meetups are designed to be informal conversations with your peers and will not be recorded. We’ll break into small groups to discuss guided topics\, where you can share your stories and experiences and share tactical ideas with your peers. The goal of these quarterly meetings is to grow a community you can turn to for support. All Meetups will abide by the CoSN’s Code of Conduct. \n\nThursday\, November 21\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Finding and Becoming Mentors\n\nThursday\, Feb 20\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Finding and Developing Support for IT Leaders\n\n\nThursday\, May 15\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Recruiting and Onboarding Talent from ALL Groups\n\n\nThursday\, August 14\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Retaining Talent from ALL Groups Register Here!
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/meetup-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T140000
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SUMMARY:Guide to Launching a Generative AI Pilot Program for Students Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Recording \nThe Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar Series \nMissed CoSN2025 in Seattle or couldn’t attend every session? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the most popular\, standing-room-only presentations to you in a special webinar series. Learn from top EdTech leaders from across the country—no travel needed! \nGuide to Launching a Generative AI Pilot Program for Students Webinar \nDuring this session\, we will highlight the implementation journey of our Generative AI Pilot Program\, which aims to teach high school students how to use Generative AI safely and ethically within an academic setting. This session will cover the development of teachers’ expertise in Generative AI\, creation of AI policy\, our decision-making process for selecting an AI platform\, and the strategic structure of the Pilot Program to ensure its success. Additionally\, we’ll share real examples of how students are using generative AI into their classroom experiences\, along with insights from participating teachers and students. All session resources will be accessible to participants\, allowing them to follow our step-by-step approach and adapt it to their own schools or districts. This session is a great way to discover how you can get your students using Generative AI safely and ethically in an academic setting. \n\nKey Take Aways:\n\nIdentify actionable steps that can be taken to launch an AI Pilot Program for students and apply them to a district.\nUnderstand one district’s journey in trying to get Generative AI into the hands of students in a responsible\, focused\, learning-centered way.\nDiscuss the current state of adoption of generative AI with those in the audience\, with the intention of using the experiences of the presenters to help further the goals and efforts of those in attendance.\n\nPresenters:\n \nAlexandra Ackerman (she/her/hers)\nAdministrator for Managed Technology Services\nBroome-Tioga BOCES\nJohnson City\, New York \n \nDustin Andrus\nAdministrator of Educational Technology\nBroome – Tioga BOCES\nBinghamton\, New York
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/guide-to-launching-a-generative-ai-pilot-program-for-students-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:To Ban or Not to Ban: Tackling Cellphones in Classrooms Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Recording \nPodcast \nThe Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar Series \nMissed CoSN2025 in Seattle or couldn’t attend every session? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the most popular\, standing-room-only presentations to you in a special webinar series. Learn from top EdTech leaders from across the country—no travel needed! \nTo Ban or Not to Ban: Tackling Cellphones in Classrooms Webinar \nEliminating students’ use of smartphones during the school day is right in concept but challenging in execution. Students would absolutely benefit from less distraction from phones and social media\, and more in-person interaction at school. The challenge for schools comes not in establishing these policies but in enforcing these policies\, which requires diligent participation from the whole community. School policies should be accompanied with learning about digital citizenship and proper phone etiquette to help kids learn the challenges and benefits of technology and how to establish healthy digital habits. This will serve them well not just in school\, but for the rest of their lives. \nThis session will address students’ digital well-being beyond phone bans with evidence-based lessons designed to help build agency\, reduce anxious thoughts\, and increase mindfulness related to their tech habits. Attendees will receive hands-on experiences illustrating activities centered on digital well-being strategies for students. \n\nKey Take Aways:\n\nIdentify opportunities to pair digital citizenship implementation with cellphone bans or policies\ndevelop a whole community approach to addressing device bans/policies\nLearn from colleagues to reference best practices\n\nPresenter:\n \nMerve Lapus\nVice President\, Education Outreach & Engagement\nCommon Sense Media\nRichmond\, California
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/to-ban-or-not-to-ban-tackling-cellphones-in-classrooms-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Privacy & AI: Striking the Balance in Schools Facilitated Online Workshop Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:July 15th\, 2025 3:00-4:00; Q&A 4:00-4:30 PM ET\nJuly 22rd\, 2025 3:00-4:00; Q&A 4:00-4:30 PM ET\nJuly 29th\, 2025 3:00-4:00; Q&A 4:00-4:30 PM ET\n*Note: Everyone who registers will be emailed a recording of the sessions. \nOur subject matter expert and instructor\, Melissa Tebbenkamp\, regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Melissa here. \nJoin us to explore essential strategies for protecting student data\, from navigating online service contracts and click-wrap agreements to building strong policies\, responsible use practices\, and stakeholder training. \nOutline: \n• Privacy Challenges with Online Service Providers \n\nPrivacy Challenges with AI enabled tools\nContract fundamentals to address AI and emerging technology\nAddressing responsible use with online and generative AI tools\nProfessional Development for Stakeholders\nBuilding (or revamping) a Data Governance Program\n\nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount. \nAll attendees are eligible to earn 5 CEA hours toward CETL® recertification. A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who attend all three days.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/why-data-privacy-is-more-than-it-creating-a-culture-of-student-data-privacy-facilitated-online-workshop-summer-2025/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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SUMMARY:CoSN Book Study: Brave\, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani
DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by the CoSN Conference Women in Technology Breakfast Facilitators\nToni Hoehn\, Amy Jackson\, Ivy Nelson\, Diane Doersch\,\nKelly May-Vollmar\, Marlo Gaddis\, Sarah Radcliffe  \nWhat to Expect\nWe’ll explore Brave\, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani\, focusing on how to fear less\, fail more\, and lead boldly. \nEach session includes:\n ✅ Guided discussions on selected chapters\n ✅  Breakout rooms for real-life scenario sharing\n ✅  Skill-building activities on:\n     • Navigating difficult conversations\n     • Elevating all voices\n     • Leading innovative solutions\n ✅  Asynchronous discussion prompts in our CoSN Network for ongoing connection\n ✅  Resource sharing and actionable takeaways \nFormat & Schedule \n\nBi-monthly 60-minute sessions over 4–5 months\nVirtual via Zoom (breakout session will not be recorded; main content is)\nAsynchronous CoSN Network ongoing discussion access for those who can’t join live\n\nSession Breakdown \nWelcome & Objectives (5 min)\nChapter/Thematic Summary (10 min)\nBreakouts for Peer Discussion (30 min)\nWhole Group Reflection (10 min)\nWrap-Up & Next Steps (5 min) \nWho should join?\nThis book study is designed for current and aspiring women leaders in edtech: CTOs\, CIOs\, IT Directors\, Digital Learning Specialists\, and technology staff. It is open to all CoSN members\, regardless of gender.  If you’re committed to inclusive and bold leadership\, you’re in the right place. \nSchedule \n \n\n\n\nJuly\n\n\nThursday\, July 10 – 7 pm ET\nLive Meeting #1 – Introduction\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity\n\n\nThursday\, July 24 – 7 pm ET\nLive Meeting #2 – Chapters 1 & 2\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity + Survey\n\n\nAugust\n\n\nThursday\, August 7th -7 pm ET\nLive Meeting #3 – Chapter 3\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity\n\n\nThursday\, August 21st – 7 pm ET\nLive Meeting #4 – Chapters 4 & 5\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity + Survey\n\n\nSeptember\n\n\nThursday\, September 11th -7 pm ET  \nLive Meeting #5 – Chapters 6 & 7\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity\n\n\nThursday\, September 25 – 7 pm ET  \nLive Meeting #6 – Chapter 8\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity + Survey\n\n\nOctober\n\n\nThursday\, October 9th – 7 pm ET  \nLive Meeting #7 – Chapters 9 & 10\n\n\n\nAsynchronous Activity\n\n\nThursday\, October 23rd – 7 pm ET  \nLive Meeting #8 – Whole Book\n\n\n\nSurvey for the next Book! \n\n\n\n📌 Ready to Be Brave?\n Spots are limited—join us to build confidence\, community\, and capability.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cosn-book-study-brave-not-perfect-by-reshma-saujani/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T104500
DTSTAMP:20250624T180959Z
CREATED:20250619T200249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T180959Z
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SUMMARY:Technology in Education: Consider the Full Equation
DESCRIPTION:Join Apple and Sewanhaka Central High School District’s Director of Classroom Instructional Technology & Student Achievement to explore how Apple helps school and district leaders make smart\, sustainable investments in technology for students\, teachers\, and IT teams. \nEducation leaders have many things to consider when they’re making technology decisions\, such as current systems\, processes\, and budget. \nSewanhaka Central High School District implemented a 1:1 iPad program across five high schools and upwards of 8\,600 students to help take their classrooms where they couldn’t go. \nbefore. They later evaluated total cost of ownership and found iPad to be the most cost-effective solution for their district. \nJoin us for a discussion with Sewanhaka’s Director of Classroom Instructional Technology & Student Achievement to explore how Apple helps school and district leaders make smart\, sustainable investments in technology for students\, teachers\, and IT teams.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/technology-in-education-consider-the-full-equatio/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T150000
DTSTAMP:20250815T201107Z
CREATED:20250602T233244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T201107Z
UID:26405-1751551200-1751554800@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Safeguarding Student Privacy: Ethical Use of AI in K-12 Education Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Recording \nPodcast ; Podcast Short \nedCircuit Article \nThe Sessions Everyone Was Talking About Webinar Series \nMissed CoSN2025 in Seattle or couldn’t attend every session? Don’t worry—we’re bringing the most popular\, standing-room-only presentations to you in a special webinar series. Learn from top EdTech leaders from across the country—no travel needed! \nSafeguarding Student Privacy: Ethical Use of AI in K-12 Education Webinar \nThis presentation explores responsible AI implementation in K-12 education\, focusing on enhancing learning while protecting student data. Topics include the benefits and risks of AI\, best practices for data privacy and security\, compliance with legal standards\, and practical AI applications that ensure student privacy. Learn how to use AI responsibly to create a safe and effective educational environment. \n\nKey Take Aways:\n\nHow to implement AI technologies responsibly\nBenefits and risks associated with using AI technologies in schools\nAI data privacy and security best practices.\n\nPresenter:\n \nLaura Pollak\, SDA (she/her/hers)\nSupervisor\, NASTECH and Data Privacy and Security Services\nNassau BOCES\nMineola\, New York
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/safeguarding-student-privacy-ethical-use-of-ai-in-k-12-education-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T150000
DTSTAMP:20250709T141239Z
CREATED:20241203T171035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T141239Z
UID:23578-1751464800-1751986800@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in K-12 Schools Facilitated Online Course Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:What can the information technology professional do to secure school systems’ information infrastructure? CoSN has designed an online course focusing on enterprise security issues for school technology staff. Learn the fundamentals of IT security and provide advanced persistent protection for your students’ information. \n\n\nThis seven-week facilitated online course will help IT staff learn the fundamentals of IT security and improve their understanding of enterprise security issues. The content is comprised of three modules – 1) Network Security\, 2) Risks and Controls\, and 3) Vulnerabilities and Mitigation. There are also to-do activities such as reflection questions and extending your learning as well as summative assessments after each module. Improve your cybersecurity knowledge today! Syllabus \nThis course meets online every *Wednesday from 2:00 PM-3:00 PM ET July 2 – Aug 27\, 2025\n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to make an individual session. \n\n\nOur subject matter expert and instructor regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Amy McLaughlin here.\nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 9 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year.\nCourse Fees:\nEducator: Members $649 Non-Members $849; Corporate: Members: $849 Non-Members $1049\n\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount\n\nIf you want to buy several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cybersecurity-in-k-12-schools-facilitated-online-course-summer-2025/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T150000
DTSTAMP:20250516T201656Z
CREATED:20250506T163812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T201656Z
UID:25805-1749736800-1749740400@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Instant Impact! Bring AI into Your District to Democratize Data and Elevate Data Culture
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nJoin Powerschool and New Trier Township High School District for a Solution Session Webinar and Discover how New Trier Township High School District has simplified data access using an AI assistant that allows them to quickly explore trends\, create reports\, and accelerate decision-making. Also\, learn how districts use an AI-powered assistant\, to boost engagement and communication\, provide instant answers\, and ensure secure\, scalable AI adoption. \nSpeakers: \n\nMichael Marassa\, Chief Technology Officer\, New Trier Township\nNiha Janagama\, Enterprise Applications Manager\, New Trier Township\nSarah Singer\, Senior Director\, Education Strategy\, PowerSchool\nMahdi Eltayeb\, Technical Solutions Engineer\, PowerSchool\nTracy McCown\, Director Solution Engineering\, PowerSchool\n\nRegister here:  Instant Impact! Bring AI into Your District to Democratize Data and Elevate Data Culture | PowerSchool
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/instant-impact-bring-ai-into-your-district-to-democratize-data-and-elevate-data-culture/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T113000
DTSTAMP:20260224T152235Z
CREATED:20241104T201735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T152235Z
UID:23175-1749549600-1750591800@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Federal Data Privacy Laws: Privacy Facilitated Online Workshop Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:June 10th\, 2025 10:00-11:00; Q&A 11:00-11:30 AM ET\nJune 17th\, 2025 10:00-11:00; Q&A 11:00-11:30 AM ET\nJune 24th\, 2025 10:00-11:00; Q&A 11:00-11:30 AM ET\n*Note: Everyone who registers will be emailed a recording of the sessions. \nOur subject matter expert and instructor\, Melissa Tebbenkamp\, regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Melissa here. \nOutline:\n• Key Privacy Laws: PPRA\, FERPA\, COPPA\, HIPAA & NSLP\n• Parents Rights\n• FERPA Exceptions\n• Establishing a Balanced Perspective\n• Understanding Metadata and De-identification\n• Going Beyond Regulations\n\nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount. \nAll attendees are eligible to earn 5 CEA hours toward CETL® recertification. A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who attend all three days.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/deep-dive-into-federal-data-privacy-laws-privacy-facilitated-online-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTSTAMP:20250602T161315Z
CREATED:20250515T232157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T161315Z
UID:25942-1749132000-1749132000@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: CoSN's 2025 State of EdTech Leadership Annual Report
DESCRIPTION:Join CoSN for an insightful webinar exploring the 2025 State of EdTech Leadership Annual Report offering a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of educational technology leadership in U.S. school districts. This session will delve into key findings from CoSN’s 12th annual survey\, highlighting critical trends and challenges that district technology leaders face today.(CoSN) \nWhat You’ll Learn on June 5th 2PM ET:\n\nEmerging Technologies: Understand how artificial intelligence is influencing educational strategies and decision-making processes.\nCybersecurity Measures: Gain insights into the latest cybersecurity concerns\, with a focus on phishing threats\, and learn about effective strategies to mitigate these risks.\nDigital Equity: Explore the current state of digital access and the ongoing efforts to bridge the digital divide in various communities.(CoSN)\nLeadership Demographics: Examine shifts in the demographic makeup of EdTech leadership\, including notable changes in gender representation.(CoSN)\nStrategic Planning: Discover how districts are adapting their technology strategies in response to post-pandemic challenges and funding landscapes.(connect.cosn.org)\n\nThis webinar is essential for superintendents\, CTOs\, IT directors\, and other educational leaders committed to leveraging technology to enhance learning outcomes. Attendees will receive access to the full 2025 report and additional resources to support strategic planning and implementation in their districts. \nFor more information and to access the report\, visit the State of EdTech Leadership Report page.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/webinar-cosns-state-of-edtech-leadership-annual-report-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T173000
DTSTAMP:20260224T152719Z
CREATED:20241031T174913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T152719Z
UID:23088-1747929600-1748453400@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:CETL® K-12 CTO's Framework of Essential Skills Foundation Facilitated Online Course Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:CoSN’s Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO is comprised of three primary professional categories in the education technology field: Leadership & Vision\, Understanding the Educational Environment\, and Managing Technology & Support Resources.  Each of these categories includes 10 essential skill areas\, outlining the responsibilities and knowledge needed to be a viable educational technology leader. Each of these skills and the related knowledge needed to demonstrate them are included in CoSN’s Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL®) certification exam.\n\nThis course meets online every *Thursday from May 22rd – August 7th\, 2025\, from 4:00- 5:30 PM ET.\n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to make an individual session.\n\n5/22 Introduction\n5/29 Skill Area1: Leadership and Vision\n6/5 Skill Area 2: Strategic Planning\n6/12 Skill Area 3: Ethics and Policies\n6/19 Skill Area 4: Instructional Focus and Professional Development\n6/26 Skill Area 5: Team Building and Staffing\n7/3 No Class due to Holiday\n7/10 Skill Area 6: Information Technology Management\n7/17 Skill Area 7: Communication Systems Management\n7/24 Skill Area 8: Business Management\n7/31 Skill Area 9: Data Management\n8/7 Skill Area 10: Data Privacy and Security\n\nOur subject matter experts and instructors regularly update this course with current information. Read more about them here: Richard Platts and Dr. Edward McKaveney.\n\n\nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 10 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year. \nAll CoSN Professional Learning opportunities are independent of the CETL®  certification program\, which requires a separate application. The CETL®  program is governed by the CETL®  Certification Governance Committee\, an independent certifying body of CoSN. In adherence to best practices for certifying bodies\, CETL®  Certification Governance Committee volunteers and CETL®  Certification staff are not involved in the development of any preparatory program\, and no preparatory program is endorsed by the CETL®  Certification Governance Committee nor is a prerequisite to earn the CETL®. The CETL®  Certification Governance Committee and its staff are solely responsible for the policies and administration of the CETL® program\, including application deadlines and qualification requirements. \nEducator: Members $749 Non-Members $949; Corporate: Members: $949 Non-Members $1149\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount\nIf you want to buy several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cetl-k-12-ctos-framework-of-essential-skills-foundation-facilitated-online-course-summer-2025/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T110000
DTSTAMP:20250527T184402Z
CREATED:20241031T175733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T184402Z
UID:23092-1747821600-1748257200@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Incident Response Tabletop Event Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register your team for this Cybersecurity tabletop exercise where participants explore their roles during a cybersecurity incident threat and their responses on this particular emergency situation. \nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025 10:00-11:00 AM ET\nWednesday\, May 28\, 2025 10:00-11:00 AM ET\nWednesday\, June 4\, 2025 10:00-11:00 AM ET\n*Note: Everyone who registers will be emailed a recording of the sessions. \nOur subject matter expert and instructor\, Amy McLaughlin\, regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Amy here. \nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount.\nYou are eligible for 5 CEA hours for CETL® recertification if you attend all three days.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cybersecurity-insider-threat-employee-incident-response-facilitated-online-workshop-1/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20250714T161732Z
CREATED:20250521T152419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T161732Z
UID:26006-1747785600-1752278399@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Driving K-12 Innovation Advisory Board Interest Form Open NOW (Deadline July 15\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Collaboration is key when it comes to change that really matters. Each year\, CoSN assembles an international Advisory Board of educators\, edtech leaders\, and changemakers to inform K-12 innovation efforts to support student success. That’s why we invite you to nominate yourself and/or colleagues to join the 2025-2026 Advisory Board.\n\nThe deadline to apply is July 15\, 2025. Nominees will hear from the project team in August\, with advisory board work beginning in late August. \n \nThis committee is not member exclusive for Ed Tech Leaders. Corporate partnership participation is limited to this initiative’s sponsors.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/driving-k-12-innovation-advisory-board-interest-form-open-now-deadline-july-15-2025/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20250505T193505Z
CREATED:20250324T183128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T193505Z
UID:25259-1747699200-1747958399@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Gen AI District Leaders Action Summit
DESCRIPTION:Prepare Your District to Take the Next Steps With Generative AI \nCoSN invites district cabinet-level teams to join us for the first-ever Gen AI District Leaders Action Summit\, a hands-on session designed to help school districts confidently assess their readiness for Generative AI\, unpack its possibilities and risks\, and take the next steps in their AI strategy. \nParticipating districts will gain experience using the CoSN/CGCS Generative AI Maturity Tool to gauge their current readiness across seven domains\, including: \n\nLeadership\nOperational\nData\nTechnical\nSecurity\nLegal/Risk\nAcademic AI Literacy\n\nUsing their mission\, vision\, values\, and supporting documents\, districts will develop an understanding of the current state of their AI adoption\, define a future state\, and develop a prioritized 6- or 12-month roadmap for moving their district towards a higher level of AI maturity. \nAs with all CoSN trainings\, this model is not about prescribing a single path or end goal; instead\, this session offers a structured approach to help districts understand where they are and confidently plan their next steps. \nWhether your district is just beginning its AI journey or already well on its way\, this event will equip your team with the tools and guidance to make meaningful progress towards sustainable and responsible AI adoption aligned with instructional and operational goals. \nPresenters\n\nPete Just\nTom Ryan\nAdam Garry\n\nEvent Details\nDates: May 20-22\, 2025 \nVenue\nCentral Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC)\n3500 DePauw Blvd\nPyramid Two\, Suite 2020\nIndianapolis\, IN 46268 \nHotel\nDrury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel\n9625 North Meridian St.\nIndianapolis\, IN 46290\nTo book your hotel room\, please contact Marisa.Bartenbach@druryhotels.com.  \nBe sure to book your hotel room by April 18\, 2025 to ensure availability and rate discount. \nSchedule \n\nMay 20\, 2025: 6:00 p.m. Welcome and Reception at Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel\nMay 21\, 2025: 8:00 – 4:00 p.m. at CIESC\nMay 22\, 2025: 8:00 – 3:00 p.m. at CIESC\n\nMeals\n\nLight refreshments served at reception on May 20\nBreakfast\, lunch\, and dinner provided on May 21\nBreakfast and lunch provided on May 22\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis event is designed for cross-functional district leadership teams. To maximize impact\, we strongly encourage districts to send teams of at least three members to collaborate on their AI readiness strategy. A discount will be available for groups of three or more. \nRegistration & Pricing\n\nNon-Members:   $799\nMembers of CoSN / AESA / SETDA / AASA: $699\nMembers of the above organizations that register a team of 3 or more people from the same district receive an additional discount: $200 off the registration for the 3rd person and above ($499). (Note: discount pricing is not available for non-members.)\n\nWe expect high demand for this event. Register early to secure your spot! \nThank you to our Sponsors: \n \n Thank you to our Project Partners:
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/gen-ai-district-leaders-action-summit/
LOCATION:Central Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC)\, 3500 DePauw Blvd.\, Pyramid Two\, Suite 2020.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46268\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
DTSTAMP:20250303T210324Z
CREATED:20241011T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T210324Z
UID:22600-1747324800-1747328400@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Belonging & Inclusion Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the powerful conversations we’ve had at the CoSN conference’s “Belonging & Inclusion Network Meetups”\, CoSN’s Belonging & Inclusion Committee has launched a quarterly virtual series where CoSN members can meet in a safe virtual space to discuss their Belonging & Inclusion workplace and career successes and challenges. \nThese Meetups are designed to be informal conversations with your peers and will not be recorded. We’ll break into small groups to discuss guided topics\, where you can share your stories and experiences and share tactical ideas with your peers. The goal of these quarterly meetings is to grow a community you can turn to for support. All Meetups will abide by the CoSN’s Code of Conduct. \n\nThursday\, November 21\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Finding and Becoming Mentors\n\nThursday\, Feb 20\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Finding and Developing Support for IT Leaders\n\n\nThursday\, May 15\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Recruiting and Onboarding Talent from ALL Groups Register Here!\n\n\nThursday\, August 14\, 4:00-5:00 ET: Retaining Talent from ALL Groups (RSVP here)
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/meetup-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260224T152250Z
CREATED:20241031T165113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T152250Z
UID:23080-1746712800-1746804600@www.cosn.org
SUMMARY:Value of Investment + Value of Instruction = VOI² in K-12 Education Facilitated Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:K-12 Education Technology (EdTech) investments are exponential\, especially with the additional funding that has been provided through the pandemic. With millions of dollars being spent on EdTech solutions and services\, the need to show Value of Investment and Value of Instruction has never been greater. Join a team of EdTech leaders that will take a deep dive into updating methods in how to capture and calculate VOI (investment and instruction)\, show Return on Investment (ROI)\, and measure Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). \n\n\nMeets on Thursdays. May 8\, 15 & 22 from 2:00-3:30 ET \nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499\nBulk pricing for the same organization registration-1 to 4 %10 discount\, 5 to 10 15% discount\, 11 to 15+ discount. \nThis course covers areas of the Essential Skills of a K-12 CTO which guides the study and test for the CETL® Certification.\nAll attendees are eligible to earn 5 CEA hours toward CETL® recertification. A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who attend all three days.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/value-of-investment-value-of-instruction-voi%c2%b2-in-k-12-education-facilitated-online-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509
DTSTAMP:20250310T174450Z
CREATED:20241216T174909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T174450Z
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SUMMARY:2025 New Hampshire CTO Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the ninth annual NHCTO clinic \,on Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\, at the Church Landing at Mills Falls in Meredith\, NH. At this event\, K-12 Edtech leaders will gather to explore a diverse range of topics vital to their school districts. Engage in insightful discussions\, discover innovative solutions\, and network with peers in this dynamic event designed to empower and advance educational technology leadership. \nIntroductions and Opening Keynote: Seneca Wilson \nLeadership on Purpose – Understanding Your Why \nTrue leadership begins with understanding your “why.” In this dynamic keynote\, Seneca Wilson explores the power of purpose-driven leadership and how it shapes decision-making\, motivation\, and long-term success. Attendees will gain clarity on their personal leadership journey\, learn how to inspire others\, and leave with actionable strategies to lead with confidence and authenticity. \nAfternoon Keynote: Randy Wormald Ed.D. \nRandy Wormald’s educational career spans 30+ years here and abroad as a math teacher\, computer teacher\, technology integrator\, department head\, assistant superintendent\, and currently superintendent of schools for SAU 46 (Merrimack Valley & Andover SDs). He strives to embrace innovative practices regardless of his educational role. He is committed to inspiring and engaging students and faculty through relationship building and the use of current and emerging technologies. Randy is a former New Hampshire Teacher of the Year and Disney Outstanding High School Teacher of the Year. He was featured in the book One-On-One with America’s Most Inspiring Teachers: Conversations on the Art of Teaching by Mike Roberts. \nLocation\nThe Inn at Mill Falls\n312 Daniel Webster Hwy\nMeredith\, NH 03253 \nJoin us at the Ninth annual NHCTO clinic \,on Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\, at the Church Landing at Mills Falls in Meredith\, NH. At this event\, K-12 Edtech leaders will gather to explore a diverse range of topics vital to their school districts. Engage in insightful discussions\, discover innovative solutions\, and network with peers in this dynamic event designed to empower and advance educational technology leadership. \nIntroductions and Opening Keynote: Seneca Wilson \nLeadership on Purpose – Understanding Your Why \nTrue leadership begins with understanding your “why.” In this dynamic keynote\, Seneca Wilson explores the power of purpose-driven leadership and how it shapes decision-making\, motivation\, and long-term success. Attendees will gain clarity on their personal leadership journey\, learn how to inspire others\, and leave with actionable strategies to lead with confidence and authenticity. \nAfternoon Keynote: Randy Wormald Ed.D. \nRandy Wormald’s educational career spans 30+ years here and abroad as a math teacher\, computer teacher\, technology integrator\, department head\, assistant superintendent\, and currently superintendent of schools for SAU 46 (Merrimack Valley & Andover SDs). He strives to embrace innovative practices regardless of his educational role. He is committed to inspiring and engaging students and faculty through relationship building and the use of current and emerging technologies. Randy is a former New Hampshire Teacher of the Year and Disney Outstanding High School Teacher of the Year. He was featured in the book One-On-One with America’s Most Inspiring Teachers: Conversations on the Art of Teaching by Mike Roberts. \nLocation\nThe Inn at Mill Falls\n312 Daniel Webster Hwy\nMeredith\, NH 03253\nHotel reservations can be made here. \nFor questions regarding sponsorship\, please contact Cara Dollinger\, External Relations Specialist with CoSN. For questions regarding your registration\, please contact Cutina Griffin\, Conference & Meetings Specialist with CoSN. \nSchedule\nFor further information on the NH CTO Clinic Schedule\, please view schedule-at-glance here. \nQuestions \nFor questions regarding Sponsorship\, please contact Cara Dollinger\, External Relations Specialist with CoSN. \nFor questions regarding your registration\, please contact Cutina Griffin\, Conference & Meetings Specialist with CoSN.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/2025-new-hampshire-cto-clinic/
LOCATION:The Inn at Mill Falls\, 312 Daniel Webster Hwy\, Meredith\, New Hampshire\, 03253\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:2025 EdTech Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:EdTech Advocacy Day\nMay 5 – 6\, 2025\nWashington\, DC\n \nJoin fellow educators and thought leaders as you help shape the future of E-Rate\, student data privacy\, EdTech funding\, cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence in education\, digital citizenship\, educator professional development\, and addressing the homework gap. This is your opportunity to share insights on critical EdTech topics directly with members of Congress\, congressional staff\, and education association leaders. \nOpen to educators from school districts\, states\, and education service agencies\, this event will showcase how technology is enhancing student learning across the nation. This year’s focus will be on the role of digital learning in creating equitable and effective education for all students. \nYour voice matters in influencing federal edtech policies and funding. In advance of our advocacy meetings with Congressional staff\, we will provide training and resources to ensure you are fully prepared to make a meaningful impact and serve as a valuable resource for the offices representing your community. \nAdvocacy Events\n\nMay 5\, 2025 — Evening Welcome Reception\nMay 6\, 2025 — 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET\n\nRegistration Fee: $99\nPlease note that by registering you agree to give permission for your name\, title\, organization/company name\, and email address to be included in the participant list that will be shared with the other attendees. \nHotel and Travel Information\nThough our room block has now closed\, you are welcome to book a room anywhere you choose. Our Monday evening reception will be held at the Wharf\, 800 Maine Ave SW\, Washington\, DC 20024. Wharf hotels include: Hilton Canopy\, Hyatt House\, and the Intercontinental. You can also choose to book a hotel room near Capitol Hill. \n\nEvent Organizers\n                  \n            \n\nEvent Sponsors \n 
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/2025-edtech-advocacy-and-policy-summit/
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Project Management for K-12 School System Technology Leaders Facilitated Online Course Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:CoSN is pleased to offer the first-ever project management course that focuses on the unique needs and challenges of school system technology leaders. Using thought leadership resources and best practices\, this course is aligned to CoSN’s Framework of Essential Skills for the K-12 Chief Technology Officer (CTO)\, the foundation for the nationally-accredited Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) program. Its structure and content are also based on the Project Management Institute’s A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) – Sixth Edition – a global industry standard for project management and the most widely recognized project management model for business and government. Syllabus \nThe pedagogical approach in the design of this course offers learners rich content\, including prerecorded class instruction that may be viewed before online class sessions. This approach provides greater opportunities to learn in a dynamic\, interactive learning environment where project management concepts may be applied to current education projects that are underway or planned soon. As a result\, class learners are actively involved in knowledge construction that is personally meaningful and can be used in their current job.\n \nThis course meets online every *Tuesday from April 15th to May 27th\, 2025\, from 2:00- 3:30 PM ET.\n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to make an individual session.\n\nCo-instructors Cory Stokes and Frankie Jackson regularly update this course with current information. Read more about Cory here. Read more about Frankie here.\n\n\nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 9 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year. \nEducator: Members $649 Non-Members $849; Corporate: Members: $849 Non-Members $1049\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount\nIf you want to buy several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/project-management-for-k-12-school-system-technology-leaders-facilitated-online-course-spring-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T160000
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in K-12 Schools Facilitated Online Course Spring 2025 (New Dates)
DESCRIPTION:What can the information technology professional do to secure school systems’ information infrastructure? CoSN has designed an online course focusing on enterprise security issues for school technology staff. Learn the fundamentals of IT security and provide advanced persistent protection for your students’ information. \n\n\nThis seven-week facilitated online course will help IT staff learn the fundamentals of IT security and improve their understanding of enterprise security issues. The content is comprised of three modules – 1) Network Security\, 2) Risks and Controls\, and 3) Vulnerabilities and Mitigation. There are also to-do activities such as reflection questions and extending your learning as well as summative assessments after each module. Improve your cybersecurity knowledge today! Syllabus \nThis course meets online every *Wednesday from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM ET April 9th to May 28th\, 2025 (new dates)\n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to make an individual session. \n\nOur subject matter expert and instructor regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Amy McLaughlin here.\nParticipants successfully completing the course will receive a Certificate of Completion\, earn 9 CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification\, and have access to the course materials for one full year.\n\nEducator: Members $649 Non-Members $849; Corporate: Members: $849 Non-Members $1049 \n\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount\nIf you want to buy several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cybersecurity-in-k-12-schools-facilitated-online-course-spring-2025/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250403
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SUMMARY:CoSN 2025 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:March 31 – April 2\, 2025\, Hyatt Regency Seattle \nCoSN Conferences
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cosn-2025-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Seattle
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260224T152228Z
CREATED:20241126T170116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T152228Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Online Workshop: Cybersecurity on a Shoestring Budget (NEW start date)
DESCRIPTION:Free registration for small districts in states with a CoSN State Membership. Contact Shelly Branstetter at sbranstetter@cosn.org for details. \n\nThis interactive online workshop is designed to help K-12 technology leaders and decision-makers enhance their cybersecurity posture without straining limited budgets. Recognizing the growing challenges of protecting student data and securing school networks in resource-constrained environments\, this workshop offers actionable strategies and cost-effective solutions.\n\nMarch 25\, 2025 10 AM – 11:00 AM ET\nMarch 26\, 2025 10 AM – 11:00 AM ET\nMarch 27\, 2025 10 AM – 11:00 AM ET\n\n*Note: Everyone who registers will be emailed a recording of the sessions. \n\n\nOur subject matter expert and instructor\, Amy McLaughlin\, regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Amy here. \n\nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 1-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount.\n\nAll attendees are eligible to earn 5 CEA hours toward CETL® recertification. A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who attend all three days.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/cybersecurity-online-workshop-cybersecurity-on-a-shoestring-budget/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T160000
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SUMMARY:Addressing the Digital Divide: Current State and Guidance for Education Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ji Soo Song\, Director of Projects and Initiatives\, SETDA; Brad Hagg\, Director of Educational Technology\, Indiana Department of Education; Emily Jordan\, Vice President\, Foundation and Education Initiatives\, Connected Nation; and Delia DeCourcy\, Senior Education Strategist\, Lenovo \nSponsored by Lenovo\, in association with Google for Education \nThe digital divide continues across K-12 in terms of technology access\, students’ digital literacy\, and platform accessibility. Attend this edLeader Panel to learn about the findings of SETDA’s recent Universal Connectivity Imperative Report and how to address the key issues underpinning students’ and families’ lack of technology access and digital literacy. \nAfter an overview of the report’s key findings\, our panel of education and industry experts will discuss how school districts can move the needle on the digital divide when it comes to digital and AI literacy skills development\, cybersecurity\, and data privacy. \nThis edLeader Panel will be of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/addressing-the-digital-divide-current-state-and-guidance-for-education-leaders/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T160000
DTSTAMP:20250221T183705Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Minnesota CTO Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Minnesota CTO Clinic is your opportunity to connect with education technology leaders and explore the latest in AI and cybersecurity. Join us on Wednesday\, March 19\, at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest in Brooklyn Park for an insightful\, hands-on workshop featuring Diane Doersch\, CoSN Chair\, and a nationally recognized expert in technology leadership. \nTopics: \n\nArtificial Intelligence – Let’s Talk: Understand AI fundamentals\, ethical considerations\, and real-world applications.\nCybersecurity in Education: Gain actionable strategies to protect your district from cyber threats.\nVendor Connections & Interactive Learning: Explore the latest EdTech solutions and engage in collaborative discussions.\n\nBrought to you by MASA & CoSN\, this event is designed specifically for Chief Technology Officers and Technology Directors looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. \nParticipants will earn CoSN CEA Credits toward CETL® recertification. MASA has requested BOSA Continuing Education Units.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/2025-minnesota-cto-clinic/
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