InnEdCO 2025: Full Schedule

11:00am MDT

AI and the Law: What Do Educators Need to Know

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

The session, led by an educator & attorney, will explore legal implications and complexities related to AI in schools. We will discuss privacy concerns, data protection, and compliance with COPPA and FERPA. We will look at some tools educators can use.

Speakers

Rachelle Dene Poth

Spanish and STEAM Educator, Consultant, Pennsylvania

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher of Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Instructional Technology. Rachelle specializes... Read More →

Poth AI and the Law Resources Document (2) pdf

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
PEAK 5

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

11:00am MDT

EdTech Magic: Spark Your Teaching

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

BEAVER DEN (COPPERTOP II)

Supercharge your teaching with the latest EdTech! Explore Google tools, Chrome extensions, and more. Leave with practical tips and resources for your classroom.

Speakers

Becky Shorey

Student Technology Services Jeffco, Manager of Ed Tech

Becky Shorey is the Manager of the Educational Technology Department for Jeffco Public Schools in Golden, CO with 70,000 students. She leads an exceptional team of 7 Ed Tech TOSAs. Since taking on this role in 2022, she has been at the forefront of integrating technology into education... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
BEAVER DEN (COPPERTOP II)

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Accessibility Belonging Equity Empowerment and Inclusion

11:00am MDT

How to Implement FIRST Robotics Throughout your District

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

PEAK 4

Join us to learn how Widefield District 3 and MCVSD 51 in Colorado have implemented FIRST Robotics programs for grades 1-12, with a plan covering professional development, administration, budgeting, IT, instruction, and hosting tournaments/festivals.

Speakers

Rebecca Parrent

FIRST LEGO League Challenge Program Delivery Partner, Colorado FIRST

Terri Brungardt

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
PEAK 4

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

11:00am MDT

Magical Engagement: Easy Classroom Tricks for Teachers

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

PEAK 9 / 10

Discover simple, engaging magic tricks that you can easily learn and seamlessly integrate into your classroom. Learn how to use these tricks to motivate, reward, and inspire student learning. No prior magic experience required!

Speakers

Brian Dino

Instructional Coach, Denver Public Schools

Robotics fan (K-8)Common Sense Media/Education and Digital CitizenshipLegerdemain793.8Tennis (need some serve pointers)

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
PEAK 9 / 10

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Creativity Productivity and Storytelling

11:00am MDT

Transform Your Teaching: Harnessing AI in Education

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT

PEAK 11 / 12

Explore the world of generative AI and learn how to use it effectively in your classroom! This interactive workshop will introduce you to the power of AI, Jeffco's guidelines for its use, and practical strategies for crafting effective prompts.

Speakers

Andrew Gitner

Jeffco Ed Tech Specialist, Jeffco Public Schools

Andrew has taught English in Jefferson County Colorado since 2014. After teaching at a charter school for 3 years, Andrew Gitner was extremely insecure when he first got the job at Golden. He was convinced he would be fired at any minute for any reason because, you know, charter drama... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
PEAK 11 / 12

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Color, Type, and UI, Oh My! Google Workspace Design Workshop

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 2 / 3

Ready to elevate your design game with Google Workspace? Join Learning Experience Designer Lauren Heil in this hands-on workshop to enhance learning with intentional design. Leave with skills to create engaging, inclusive materials for all!

Speakers

Lauren Heil

Founder / Creator, Stickity

Lauren Heil is a skilled professional in graphic design, art direction, and education. After working as a graphic designer and art director, she found her passion for teaching computer science to students in Denver, CO. Utilizing her design expertise, Lauren began training educators... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 2 / 3

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians
Learning Pathway Creativity Productivity and Storytelling

1:00pm MDT

Creating Teacherpreneurs: Bottom-up Innovation

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 11 / 12

Transform your school by empowering teachers. Learn how to implement teacher-led hackathons and accelerator programs that create sustainable change. Participants will experience mini-hackathon elements and leave with practical implementation tools.

Speakers

Chagit Gibor

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 11 / 12

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Designing for Deeper, Personalized Learning

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 17

Using the 4 Shifts discussion protocol, we will (re)design lessons together for deeper learning, greater student agency, more authentic work, and rich technology infusion. Bring a computer to this highly-interactive instructional redesign session!

Speakers

Scott McLeod

Professor of Educational Leadership, University of Colorado Denver

A Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Colorado Denver, Scott McLeod, J.D., Ph.D., is widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading experts on P-12 school leadership, deeper learning, technology, and innovation. He is on a mission to make students’ day-to-day... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 17

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

From Panic to Possibility: Embracing AI in District 20

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 14

Learn how we moved our stakeholders through the process of understanding what generative AI can offer to teaching and learning in year one. In year two, we empowered a year-long cohort of enthusiastic teachers to compare and evaluate various tools.

Speakers

Dianna Fricke

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy District 20

I am a Digital Innovation Specialist and incoming Director for Digital Innovation Services at Academy District 20 in Colorado Springs. My team works together to support digital learning and innovation throughout our district. I have been in education for many years and have served... Read More →

Jessica Babbs

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy District 20

I am a Digital Innovation Specialist in Academy District 20. I primarily support our elementary digital learning coaches, in addition to delivering professional learning for our teachers on how to meaningfully integrate technology into instruction. My background is in elementary teaching... Read More →

Cristen Hardin

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy School District 20

I am a digital innovation specialist for Academy School District 20 in Colorado Springs. I mostly work with middle schools, but I work with a team to support all schools in my district.

From Panic to Possibility InnEdCO 2025 pdf

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 14

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership

1:00pm MDT

Speed Geeking: Innovative Differentiation and Engagement

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

COPPERTOP III

Join us for two hours of fun differentiated for your needs! This session will be split into 10-minute mini-sessions. Choose from multiple options and walk away with a variety of innovative ideas for differentiation and engagement in your classroom.

Speakers

Kirsten Ryerson

Instructional Support Administrator, Thunder Ridge Middle School, Cherry Creek

Susan Ekblade

Kris Edwards

Technology Coordinator, Cherry Creek HS, Cherry Creek Schools, Cherry Creek School District

Hello! As an Ambassador for InnEdCO, I'm excited to talk anything InnEdCO! I have been working in Cherry Creek Schools since 2020, and have a Master's in Computer Education. I have worked in a variety of positions throughout my career, including teaching middle school Language... Read More →

Rebecca Tessarolo

Robin Schuhmacher

2nd Grade Teacher, Cherry Creek Schools

2nd Grade Teacher & Learner, Differentiation Coach, #SeesawCertifiedEducator, Challenge Seeker, Passionate Learner

Brandon Petersen

STEM Teacher

Shayna Reiman

Seth Coffey

Coordinator of Online Professional Learning, Cherry Creek School District

Becca McMillan

K-5 STEM Teacher and Coach

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
COPPERTOP III

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Teaching in the AI Era: From Challenges to Solutions

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 5

Let's focus on the uses of Artificial Intelligence and how these tools can transform learning. We will talk about Generative AI and dive into its uses, and concerns, and explore how it is evolving and the implications for education and the future of work.

Speakers

Rachelle Dene Poth

Spanish and STEAM Educator, Consultant, Pennsylvania

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 5

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

1:00pm MDT

Trailblazing Sustainable AI Pathways in the Rockies

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT

PEAK 1

Explore AI’s environmental impact through an immersive outdoor experience in the Rockies. Examine AI’s resource demands, Colorado’s sustainability efforts, and engage in active learning strategies for reducing AI’s eco-footprint in education and beyond.

Speakers

Kali Peracchia

DPS Tech and AI Instructor, Denver Public Schools

Monday June 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
PEAK 1

WALK & TALK (LEARNING HIKE)

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Global and Modern Citizenship

3:15pm MDT

"With" Not "For" - Partner with AI for Teaching & Learning

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 14

AI in education is not just about tools. To serve our students, we must consider important aspects of AI: How can we partner with AI to create? How do we address the cheating question? How do we consider issues like ethics, bias, environmental impact?

Speakers

Dianna Fricke

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy District 20

Jessica Babbs

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy District 20

Cristen Hardin

Digital Innovation Specialist, Academy School District 20

I am a digital innovation specialist for Academy School District 20 in Colorado Springs. I mostly work with middle schools, but I work with a team to support all schools in my district.

With not For InnEdCO 2025 pdf

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 14

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, Librarians
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

3:15pm MDT

How to Run a STEAM event - School-Wide or District-Wide!

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 4

In this session we will explore how to run a STEAM event at your school or throughout your district! We will discuss different types of events and how to plan and prepare for them. Attendees will have time to collaborate and begin to create a event!

Speakers

James Justus

Cherry Creek Schools

Tanir Weil

Innovation Project Manager, Cherry Creek School District

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 4

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership

3:15pm MDT

Silly Games That Kids Love: Building Connections Through Classroom Games

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 15 / 16

Building Connections Through Classroom Games
Discover a treasure trove of easy, fun, and interactive games that will transform your classroom into a space of connection, laughter, and learning! You’ll leave with a toolkit of activities!

Speakers

Susan Ekblade

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 15 / 16

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers
Learning Pathway Accessibility Belonging Equity Empowerment and Inclusion

3:15pm MDT

Unleash Your Inner Magician: Get Started with Adobe Express

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 2 / 3

Unlocking the Magic of Adobe Express for Student Engagement

Speakers

Lisa Maas

Ed Tech Coach, Student Technology Services

As a certified Education Technology and Mindfulness coach with over 30 years of experience, Lisa mentors learners and leaders of all ages empowering them to both embrace creativity and creatively learn! As a facilitator, coach, speaker, eternal optimist and educator of possibility... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 2 / 3

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Librarians
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

3:15pm MDT

Unwrapping CTE and Pathways

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

This session will provide attendees with an overview of state CTE, provide guidance to obtain a CTE Authorization, and get state approval for a pathway: State CTE vs CTE vs Vo-Tech, Pathways, Authorizations, CTSO, CTA, Perkins funding, WBL, etc.

Speakers

Mark Gregory

Colorado River BOCES

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Career Technical and Essential Skills

3:15pm MDT

Navigating the Future: AI Implementation and Guidance in Education

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

PEAK 17

As AI reshapes education, this panel of educators, administrators, and tech experts share creating and implementing AI policies. Topics include equitable access, data privacy, ethical issues, and preparing for an AI-driven learning environment. Here is a link to the slides and presenter resources.

Speakers

Jason Kelsall

Learning Systems Strategist, St Vrain Valley Schools

Jason Kelsall has 17 years of experience in public education. He has been an instructional coach, visual arts teacher, and technology educator, bringing a creative approach to problem-solving. He holds degrees in Visual Arts Education and Fine Art (Drawing) and a Master’s in Educational... Read More →

Andrew Gitner

Jeffco Ed Tech Specialist, Jeffco Public Schools

Antonio Vigil

Director of Innovative Classroom Technology, Aurora Public Schools

Born and raised in North Denver, Antonio is a servant leader who has taught in, learned from, opened up, transformed, and regenerated schools throughout the city and country over the past twenty-six years. As a throughline for all these professional experiences, Antonio has dedicated... Read More →

Patty Quinones

Senior Partner, Leadership & Innovation, Colorado Education Initiative

Kelly Sain

Chief Technology Officer, Thompson School District

Kim Zimmer

Instructional Director of Learning & Innovation, Aspen School District

As a Technology Integration Specialist for Avoca School District (Chicago area), Vail Mountain School and now working for Aspen School District, I have spent my 17 year career in educational technology supporting educators in grades K-12 with innovative teaching. As a curriculum developer... Read More →

Anita Moose

CTE/STEM/Design Teacher, Aspen School District, AHS

Anita teaches CTE/STEM and Design at Aspen High School. She’s been an educator for 26 years and was a technology integration specialist for 10 of those years. She’s taught elementary, middle and high school as well as CLD but her passion for STEM has brought her to a new challenge... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 17

PANEL DISCUSSION

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership

9:15pm MDT

#InnEdCO2025 Drone Show Powered by St Vrain Valley School District Students!

Monday June 9, 2025 9:15pm - 9:45pm MDT

FIRST FLOOR - OUTDOOR TENT

Come and watch the drone show put on by the St Vrain student drone team. If you would like to meet the team, you can do so before or after the performance in the parking lot near the lunch tent.

Monday June 9, 2025 9:15pm - 9:45pm MDT
FIRST FLOOR - OUTDOOR TENT

INNEDCO PROGRAMMING

Audience Administrators / School Leaders, Early Childhood, High School (9 - 12), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), Post-Secondary, Primary (K - 2), Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

8:30am MDT

Implementing AI & Policy: Lessons from 5 CO School Districts

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

PATIO

Explore how five El Paso County school districts shape AI policies to address its implementation, goals, and concerns. Discover similarities, differences, and takeaways that inform AI policy & its implementation in education.

Speakers

Michael Steiner

Patrick McGuire

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
PATIO

CAMPFIRE / ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Audience Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership

8:30am MDT

A Classroom-Tested Approach to Meet Every Learner’s Needs

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

Learn simple, concrete strategies any educator can use to keep every learner appropriately challenged - and appropriately supported - every day! You’ll leave with free tools you can use, right away, to help all students achieve mastery at their own paces.

Speakers

Robert Barnett

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

8:30am MDT

In My AI Era

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

PEAK 2 / 3

Discover how a seasoned teacher transformed education with personalized learning, efficient workflows, and engaging experiences. Learned strategies to integrate AI, tackled challenges, and navigated the AI perspective like it was my first-year.

Speakers

Mollie Pitrone

Teacher and Consultant, Bigfoot & AI

I am a Colorado Native in my 17th year of teaching. I have a site which I am hoping to update more which highlights ways to empower independent thinkers from the viewpoint of the most independent of us all…Bigfoot! I love being outdoors, rowing (not on water), and investigating... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
PEAK 2 / 3

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

8:30am MDT

Magical School

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

COPPERTOP III

More Information Coming Soon

Speakers

Rachelle Dene Poth

Spanish and STEAM Educator, Consultant, Pennsylvania

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
COPPERTOP III

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

8:30am MDT

You CAM Do This!

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

BEAVER DEN (COPPERTOP II)

This session will introduce Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) for educators looking to guide students into the 21st Century. Students need to communicate with machines that are capable of creating their designs.

Speakers

Robert Funk

Education Sales, Tormach CNC Machinery

Rob Funk – Educator, Maker, and Lifelong Learner With over 24 years of experience in middle school education, Rob Funk is a passionate educator dedicated to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and craftsmanship in his students. For 16 years, Rob taught core science subjects including... Read More →

You CAM Do This pptx

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
BEAVER DEN (COPPERTOP II)

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers
Learning Pathway Career Technical and Essential Skills

8:30am MDT

Exploring the Magic of Time Saving AI

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT

PEAK 15 / 16

Do you believe in magic? How about how about magic school AI, school AI or Gemini? These are all fabulous products that help you save time and energy! What’s the best way to get the results you’re looking for with a wave our magic wand (or prompt).

Speakers

Kay Bolerjack

STEAM teacher, Charles Hay World School/ Englewood Public Schools

I am a lifelong learner and always curious of new innovations in educational approaches. I teach STEAM in Englewood, CO, before that I was a third grade teacher and tech coach. I have remained active in tech innovations in all my education career. I love to talk tech, STEAM and... Read More →

INNEDCO 25 Kay B Exploring AI Resources for Teachers pdf

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
PEAK 15 / 16

PANEL DISCUSSION

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

9:45am MDT

Give a Tool, Get a Tool Exchange

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am MDT

PATIO

Educators are always discovering a tool that becomes a favorite and then there is never time to share it as PD gets taken up by schoolwide and district wide initiatives. Lets do an exchange of sorts!

Speakers

Penny Potts

5th Grade Teacher, Littleton Public Schools

My name is Penny Potts, and I am a lifelong learner and nerd!Talk to me about History, Edtech, Google, Disciplinary Literacy, Equity, Social Media use with students, really anything you like!My personal Instagram account is @pwpotts19My student Instagram account is @PottsBookRecs... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am MDT
PATIO

CAMPFIRE / ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

9:45am MDT

Can You Program a Humanoid Robot? Yes You Can!

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT

PEAK 14

You’ll learn strategies that inspire up to 10x more boys and 100x more girls to want to learn robotics and coding! You’ll program a humanoid robot to talk, wave, respond to your voice, recognize you, and greet you by name!
No Experience Necessary

Speakers

Dennis Kambeitz

Director of Education, Robots.Education

I am passionate about helping youth get the skills and knowledge they'll need to thrive in the future. I don't teach robotics with the intent that "everyone needs to be a roboticist, programmer, or data scientist". My primary goal is to inspire children to learn technology and... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
PEAK 14

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

9:45am MDT

Employing Trackers to Make You Seem Magical

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT

PEAK 9 / 10

In this session we will talk about how you can use simple, digital trackers that can help you with differentiation, track mastery, keep you on top of frequently absent students. This works hand in hand with the work of Modern Classrooms Project.

Speakers

Jodie Hopkins

Teacher, SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
PEAK 9 / 10

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

9:45am MDT

Reduce Your Grading: AI-Powered Writing Feedback

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT

PEAK 11 / 12

Burnout is real, and it's more than just the workload. The paradox of giving quality feedback, fast feedback, with enough time for it to be effective was something this teacher always struggled with. Turn this source of burnout into a source of energy!

Speakers

Andrew Gitner

Jeffco Ed Tech Specialist, Jeffco Public Schools

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
PEAK 11 / 12

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Reclaim Your Evenings and Weekends with Brisk and Boost AI

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

PATIO

This AI-powered Chrome extension seamlessly integrates with your favorite digital tools, transforming how you teach. Discover how Brisk can reduce your workload, enhance effectiveness, and inspire student engagement.

Speakers

Michael Wacker

Brisk, AI-Powered Teaching Solutions, Brisk Teaching

Brisk is an easy-to-use Chrome extension that brings time-saving AI into the tool's teachers use every day, handling tasks like feedback, differentiation, and lesson creation with just a few clicks.

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PATIO

CAMPFIRE / ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, IT Admin, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Imagining AI-Infused Learning: A Design-Based Approach

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

The future of AIED starts with imagination. This hands-on design-based session guides you in creating, simulating, and refining AI-infused experiences in support of culturally sustaining classrooms with strategies to scale this beyond your imagination!

Speakers

Kali Peracchia

DPS Tech and AI Instructor, Denver Public Schools

Imagining AI Infused Learning A Design Based Approach (InnEdCo '25) pdf

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PEAK 6 / 7 / 8

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

1:00pm MDT

Design Engineering with Sphero Blueprint Engineering

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

PEAK 4

Get hands-on with Sphero Blueprint. Build a quick model and explore how it can make an engineering concept like gear ratios come to life for middle/high school students. Then explore how electronic components can be layered to learn about control systems.

Speakers

Layne Rainey

Senior Education Partnerships Manager, Sphero

I have worked as a Technical Education Consultant since 2008 helping school districts implement robotics and coding programs. I was with LEGO Education until I moved over to Sphero Education in 2018.

Brad Fessler

Professional Development Manager, Sphero

I have 15 years of teaching experience in grades 9-12 in Technology and Engineering Education and 4 years in higher education. I was a Curriculum Writer for the Engineering byDesign curriculum before joining Sphero. I enjoy working with educators around the country to bring great... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PEAK 4

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Career Technical and Essential Skills

1:00pm MDT

From Class to Competition: Launching & Leading with Robotics

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

PEAK 15 / 16

Learn to launch and grow a district-wide VEX Robotics program while hosting competitions! Gain tips on supporting schools, student engagement, and developing and implementing competition events.

Speakers

Kathrine Bianchini

DPS STEM Curriculum Specialist, Denver Public Schools

Brian Dino

Instructional Coach, Denver Public Schools

Robotics fan (K-8)Common Sense Media/Education and Digital CitizenshipLegerdemain793.8Tennis (need some serve pointers)

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PEAK 15 / 16

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians, Special Education
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

1:00pm MDT

👑 Werk Your Slides: A RuPaul-Inspired Challenge!

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

COPPERTOP III

If you thought Google Slides were just for basic presentations, then "shantay, you stay" in the past! This workshop serves fierce design tips with AI media, fab fonts, unexpected GIFs, accessibility, and literacy templates to "werk" your classroom.

Speakers

Amber Paynter

District Digital Learning Coordinator, Cherry Creek School District

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
COPPERTOP III

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches
Learning Pathway Global and Modern Citizenship

1:00pm MDT

Jeffco.ai: Adapting & Unlocking the Magic of AI

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

PEAK 17

AI-forward learning: A year of discovery with Jeffco.ai. Join Jeffco educators for insights, strategies, and preparing students for an AI-powered world.

Speakers

Lisa Maas

Ed Tech Coach, Student Technology Services

Becky Shorey

Student Technology Services Jeffco, Manager of Ed Tech

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PEAK 17

PANEL DISCUSSION

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

2:15pm MDT

Generative AI in the Classroom: A Before and After Approach

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MDT

PEAK 2 / 3

Join us to explore how AI-generated content can transform learning! Discover strategies to guide students in refining AI outputs through critical thinking. Leave with practical ideas to implement “before and after” activities in your classroom.

Speakers

Patrick McGuire

Michael Steiner

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MDT
PEAK 2 / 3

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers
Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

2:15pm MDT

How Students Must Learn: 10 School Features in the AI Era

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MDT

COPPERTOP III

In the AI era, we must rethink how students demonstrate learning. Schools can evolve into research labs where students solve real problems using AI as augmented intelligence, fostering their interests and talents. Come learn 10 essential school features.

Speakers

Alex Magaña

Erika Twani

CEO & Founding Partner, Learning One to One

Erika Twani, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, social entrepreneur, and Fortune 100 corporate veteran, is driven by a deep passion for personalized education. With over 30 years of experience in the education technology industry, Erika has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of pe... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MDT
COPPERTOP III

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Special Education
Learning Pathway Global and Modern Citizenship

8:00am MDT

AI in K-12 Science Instruction

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

PEAK 5

The A.I. Revolution is here. For some, it’s exciting. For others, it feels terrifying. But one thing is clear. It’s here and it’s not going away. Only science educators will shape A.I.'s impact on Science instruction.

Speakers

Michael OToole

Science Coordinator, St Vrain Valley Schools

Science

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
PEAK 5

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

8:00am MDT

Facilitating Meetings That Don’t Suck: UDL for Adults

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

PEAK 4

Facilitating staff meetings is practicing good teaching! Learn to transform meetings from “that could’ve been an email” to engaging, productive sessions using UDL principles and classroom strategies tailored for adult learners, maximizing everyone’s time.

Speakers

Drea Aguirre

EdTech Instructional Coach, Denver Public Schools

Facilitating Meetings (that don’t suck) UDL for Adult Learners pdf

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
PEAK 4

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership

8:00am MDT

Reimagine Family Engagement: Toolkit for the Modern Educator

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

PEAK 2 / 3

Ditch the flyers and folders! Explore fresh, tech-infused strategies to boost family engagement and create meaningful partnerships that support student success.

Speakers

Liz Gaston

TOSA, Ed Tech/Student Technology Services

Lisa Maas

Ed Tech Coach, Student Technology Services

Wednesday June 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
PEAK 2 / 3

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians
Learning Pathway Accessibility Belonging Equity Empowerment and Inclusion

9:15am MDT

Modern Classrooms: Saving Time and Beating Burnout

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MDT

COPPERTOP III

Struggling to meet every student's needs? The Modern Classroom Project’s self-paced, mastery-based, blended learning transforms teaching. Discover step-by-step how to implement this innovative model, save time, and boost student success.

Speakers

Sybil Hall

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MDT
COPPERTOP III

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Audience Early Childhood, Primary (K - 2), Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Post-Secondary, Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Classroom Teachers, Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Special Education
Learning Pathway Innovative Approaches to Learning Curriculum and Assessment

9:15am MDT

The Magician's Guide to Infusing Tech PD into YOUR School

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MDT

PEAK 4

Struggling to find time, resources, & teacher buy-in for PD around tech? In this session, you'll learn 10 magical entryways that middle and high school Tech Coordinators from Cherry Creek Schools have found to successfully deliver Tech PD to teachers.

Speakers

Audience Intermediate (3 - 5/6), Middle School (5/6 - 8), High School (9 - 12), Administrators / School Leaders, Teacher Education
Audience Role Coaches, District Level Coordinators, Leaders / Admin, Librarians
Learning Pathway Educational Leadership