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

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

3:15pm MDT

Curipod for 100% Student Engagement

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

PEAK 5

Spark creativity and dynamic discussions to make learning rigorous and fun. In this session, discover how to leverage AI to plan creative full classroom experiences and provide an immediate feedback loop that drives achievement (increase ‘meets’ and ‘masters’ 22%). Then, Curipod’s insight reports will be used to capture both classroom-wide and individual progress, providing valuable data to inform and refine instructional strategies. Walk away with a ready-to-use lesson customized to meet the needs of your classroom.

Speakers

Rachelle Dene Poth

Spanish and STEAM Educator, Consultant, Pennsylvania

Monday June 9, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
PEAK 5

SPONSOR PROGRAMMING

4:15pm MDT

InnEdCO x ISTE Book Study Launch - How To Teach AI by Rachelle Dene Poth

Monday June 9, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm MDT

PEAK 5

Join us as we launch our first ASCD+ISTE Book Study on How To Teach AI with author Rachelle Dene Poth. We'll have an introduction to the book with Rachelle and time to ask questions, learn about the book study process, and get your book signed.

*We will have books available for purchase on site or bring your own if you already own it.

Speakers

Rachelle Dene Poth

Spanish and STEAM Educator, Consultant, Pennsylvania

Rebecca Tessarolo

Tari Gant

Monday June 9, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm MDT
PEAK 5

INNEDCO PROGRAMMING

Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

7:30am MDT

InnEdCO CoffeeEdu

Tuesday June 10, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am MDT

PEAK 5

CoffeeEDU is back at InnEdCO for another hour of unconference fun! It's simple... stop by, grab a cup of coffee and then chat with other educators. Share ideas, stories, and problems of practice and then collaborate with others to inspire each other. This is your chance to talk about anything that's really been on your mind and get insight from others at InnEdCO!

Speakers

Alice Keeler

Math Teacher & Google Developer Expert, AliceKeeler

Alice Keeler holds a Masters in Educational Media Design and Technology and is a Google Certified Innovator, New Media Consortium K12 Ambassador, Microsoft Innovative Educator and Google Developer Expert. She is Co-Author of 7 books includeing 50 Things To Go Further With Google ... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am MDT
PEAK 5

INNEDCO PROGRAMMING

8:30am MDT

Lead with Clarity: Transform Thoughts

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

PEAK 5

Transform chaotic thinking into clarity with MindSpark Learning. Conquer negative thought spirals to ignite actionable expectations. Journey with us from the messy conceptual ideas to the magic of algorithmic action.

Speakers

Rebecca Turner

Senior Director of Professional Learning, MindSpark Learning

Rebecca is a dynamic education leader with over a decade of experience in instructional coaching, educational leadership, and school development. Passionate about innovation, she enhances the educational ecosystem by crafting meaningful professional learning experiences that foster... Read More →

Carrie Romero

Tuesday June 10, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
PEAK 5

SPONSOR PROGRAMMING

9:45am MDT

Designing an Interdisciplinary STEAM Expo

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

PEAK 5

Design your own STEAM Expo in this interactive workshop! Develop themes, student projects, and partnerships to foster creativity and real-world problem-solving, creating inclusive, hands-on STEAM experiences that inspire advocacy and critical thinking.

Speakers

Kali Peracchia

DPS Tech and AI Instructor, Denver Public Schools

Drea Aguirre

EdTech Instructional Coach, Denver Public Schools

InnEdCo2025 STEAM Expo links pdf

Tuesday June 10, 2025 9:45am - 11:45am MDT
PEAK 5

DEEP DIVE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

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

1:00pm MDT

Techie Geek Magic: Advanced Tools and Creative EdTech Hacks

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

PEAK 5

This session is for the curious, the adventurous, and anyone who loves a little “techie geek magic.” Alice Keeler brings her signature energy and deep edtech knowledge to an open-ended, exploratory session where she’ll demo exciting tools, advanced tricks, and smart integrations you didn’t know you needed, but won’t want to teach without. Whether it’s experimenting with AI, digging into spreadsheet wizardry, or showing off powerful classroom workflows, Alice will make the complex feel doable and fun. Come ready to learn, laugh, and level up your tech skills in creative and unexpected ways.

Speakers

Alice Keeler

Math Teacher & Google Developer Expert, AliceKeeler

Tuesday June 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
PEAK 5

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

Learning Pathway Creativity Productivity and Storytelling

2:15pm MDT

Classrooms of the Future: Integrating SchoolAI

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

PEAK 5

Empower educators with an understanding of how SchoolAI can be seamlessly integrated into K-12 classrooms to drive engagement, support differentiated learning, and prepare students and teachers for the AI-enhanced future.

Speakers

Kenna Torp

Partnership Manager, SchoolAI

As a Partnership Manager at SchoolAI, I focus on building meaningful collaborations with school districts to bring safe, vetted, and innovative AI tools into classrooms. I’m passionate about creating impactful learning experiences, working closely with educators to leverage SchoolAI... Read More →

Stephen Kunzler

Enterprise Account Executive, SchoolAI

Stephen Conrad Kunzler, M.B.A.Enterprise Account ExecutiveStephen Kunzler, is an Enterprise Account Executive passionate about transforming education through AI technology. With over 15 years in EdTech and SaaS sales, he specializes in helping K12 districts implement innovative solutions... Read More →

Tuesday June 10, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm MDT
PEAK 5

SPONSOR PROGRAMMING

Learning Pathway Computer Science Computational Thinking and AI

3:30pm MDT

Interest Groups Meetups - Accessibility & Belonging

Tuesday June 10, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm MDT

PEAK 5

Speakers

Brandon Petersen

STEM Teacher

Tuesday June 10, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
PEAK 5

INNEDCO PROGRAMMING

Learning Pathway Accessibility Belonging Equity Empowerment and Inclusion

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

9:15am MDT

Using AI to Give Your Students Choice!

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

PEAK 5

Providing Choice in your Classroom using AI!

Speakers

Katelyn Ryan

Social Studies Teacher, St. Vrain Valley School District

I am a middle/high school teacher at LaunchED and have taught in the district for 12 years and been leading online PD for 9 years. I have presented on the use of AI in the classroom at various conferences including InnEDCO, Colorado Council for Social Studies, Rocky Mountain Junior... Read More →

Wednesday June 11, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am MDT
PEAK 5

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP

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