ACPE 2025 - Include IT: Full Schedule

9:00am PDT

Apple Intelligence for Education: A New Era of Innovation

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Learn how a new era of innovation in education is here, transforming what leaders, educators, and students can do with Apple products — and what Apple products can do for them. This session is designed to help school leaders,educators, and IT navigate how Apple Intelligence fits into their school and learning environments privately and securely. Explore how Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates into system experiences and apps used every day, and how new tools such as Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Transcripts use personal context to deliver intelligence that’s useful and relevant, enhancing productivity and creativity.

Speakers

Apple Education

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Summit 6

Session

9:00am PDT

Google: The Gemini Experience

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Jefferson

Embark on a time-saving adventure with Gemini! This fast-paced, interactive session challenges educators to complete common classroom tasks using AI, showcasing the power of Gemini to streamline lesson planning, resource creation, and more. See how much time you can save, gaining hands-on experience crafting effective prompts and witnessing the transformative potential of AI in education. Leave inspired to reclaim your valuable time and reimagine your classroom workflow!

Speakers

Angela Lyman

Learning Programs Coordinator, Forward Edge

Alex Melin

Instructional Design Coach, Forward Edge

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Jefferson

Session

9:00am PDT

Include with AI: Potential for Differentiation

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Summit 9

How can you leverage AI apps to remove barriers and include (and engage) all students? This session will give you ideas for using some common school-appropriate AI tools to help all your students, especially those with learning differences or language needs, to access content in your classroom. We’ll namecheck Magic School, School AI, Diffit, and Gemini, among others. If AI is good for anything…it’s this!

Speakers

Kristina Wambold

Integrated EdTech Coordinator, ESD 112

Passionately sharing the joys of educational technology with ALL.

Katherine Livick

Instructional Technology Coordinator, ESD 112

I taught middle school (mostly special ed) for 15 years and also spent several years running the customer and internal training division for the country's largest Apple Specialist retail chain. Now I’m a curriculum developer, CS trainer and advocate, and instructional technology... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Summit 9

Session

9:00am PDT

Pathways to Creating Student Cyber Safety

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Hood

We will discuss a range of topics on student cyber safety such as stranger danger, staying hidden, password security, catching tricksters, digital detective work, games and gizmos, sharing secrets, and finding help. For educators, information on cybersecurity training materials for students, digital literacy and critical thinking, copyright and fair use, and data security and privacy will be shared.

Speakers

April Mardock

CISO, Seattle Public Schools

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Hood

Session

9:00am PDT

Simplify Your IT (and Avoid Our Mistakes): An Intune Windows 11 Post-Mortem

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson C

Our team recently completed a large-scale Windows 10 to 11 upgrade using Microsoft Intune. This session provides a candid look at our journey, including the unexpected challenges we faced (staff engagement, device issues, deployment hiccups) and the solutions we developed to overcome them. Join us to learn from our experiences and gain valuable insights for your own Windows 11 upgrade project.

Speakers

Mark Colton

Network Communications Analyst, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson C

Session

9:00am PDT

Student Achievement: The Tech Factor

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Summit 8

Technology leaders are vital players in driving student success, and that means ensuring all students have the opportunity to thrive. This session explores the crucial connection between technology and student achievement through the lens of equity and inclusion. We'll explore graduation rates, attendance, digital tools, and more, considering how our partnership in these initiatives can have a lasting impact on each and every student.

Speakers

Chris Bailey

Technology Director, Edmonds School District

Chris Bailey, CETL, has spent 17 years at Edmonds School District, collaborating with leaders to leverage technology to improve student outcomes. As Director of Technology, he's proud of the recently adopted Technology Plan, which aligns closely with the districts Strategic Plan... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Summit 8

Session

9:00am PDT

Student Misuse of Technology: Ctrl + Alt + Defeat

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson D

"This session discusses common issues with student technology misuse, including online behavior, misuse of AI, and manipulating devices and applications. Learn some potential strategies to identify, prevent, and respond to these challenges.

Please use this link to submit questions that you would like to have discussed in the session: https://forms.gle/hzVdVH8xBShjqKEQ8"

Speakers

Jordan Suver

Technology Projects Coordinator, Edmonds School District

Brandon Crader

Desktop Engineer, Edmonds School District

Christian Smith

Technology Projects Coordinator, Edmonds School District 15

Samuel Escudero

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson D

Session

9:00am PDT

The Device Extravaganza! Replacing 21,000 Chromebooks

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Conference Center Lobby

The COVID pandemic forced many of us into a one-to-one deployment. Now, 5 years later, these Chromebooks are old, beat up, and ready to be refreshed and exchanged with new ones. How do you perform such a huge project with accuracy and efficiency while minimizing interruption to schools and student learning in the classroom? Learn about the Northshore School District “Device Extravaganza!”

Speakers

Joe Yamada

Mobile Device Specialist, Northshore School District

Work Talk: I manage the mobile devices at Northshore SD (predominantly Chromebooks and iPads). I use JAMF Pro to manage our iOS devices, and the Chrome Admin Console to manage our Chrome devices.Non-Work Talk: MUSIC (writing, recording, performing, listening) - piano & drums are my... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Conference Center Lobby

Session

9:00am PDT

Three Sides of the Same Coin: Three Different Ways to Handle Breach Response

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson A

Response to a cyber incident is never a once-size-fits-all event. Districts tune their processes and choices to fit their district's needs and abilities. Most of the districts in Oregon experienced a major third party data breach in December 2024 when the systems of Carruth Compliance Consulting were compromised during a cyber incident. Come hear from three ESD CIOs how each of them engaged their teams in this incident and how they tailored their incident response in a different way from each other yet still coordinated their work. Learn how you can vary incident response process to meet your own district & regional needs and how it can help you efficiently process through a breach response, user notification, and recovery back to normal operations.

Speakers

Jeremy Pietzold

CIO, Clackamas ESD

Rachel Wente-Chaney

CIO, High Desert Education Service District

Stuart Long

CIO, Northwest Regional ESD

Stuart Long (he/him) is the Chief Information Officer at the Cascade Technology Alliance and the Northwest Regional Education Service District. The Cascade Technology Alliance is the technology partnership encompassing Northwest Regional and Multnomah ESDs. The Cascade Technology... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson A

Session

10:00am PDT

7 Must Know Tips for Erate

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson A

"1. Understand Eligibility
Who is eligible?
What is eligible?
2. Funding Years & Deadlines
Funding Years
Application Window
Deadlines!
3. Funding Requests and Priorities
Prioritize Needs
Budget Realistically
4. Competitive Bidding Process
Fair Competition
Compare Bids Carefully
5. Form Filing and Accuracy
Accurate and complete forms
Supporting Documentation
6. Staying Informed
USAC
Stay Updated
7. Seek Assistance
E-Rate Consultants
E-Rate State Coordinators"

Speakers

Melinda Miller

E-rate Program Mananger, InterMountain ESD

The IMESD E-rate Team is here to help. Everything you've always wanted to know about E-rate but were afraid to ask.

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson A

Session

10:00am PDT

Apple: What’s New for IT from Apple

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 6

Apple is committed to supporting your vision for technology at scale. Join us to discuss the latest products and platform changes from Apple, including what’s new for Managed Apple IDs, new deployment options, and management features for macOS and iPadOS.

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 6

Session

10:00am PDT

Cyber Event Recovery: The Worst Has Happened - how to recover after a cyber event and preserve the health of your org, your team, and your own mind

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson D

In this informal panel session, leaders who’ve supported a district through a cyber event will share leadership takeaways from their various experiences and answer audience questions. Expect to hear technical ideas about recovery along with leadership moves and lessons learned. Leaders will share recovery stories and timelines, tips for supporting teams, advice on decision-making and communication strategies, and whatever else may arise through questions.

Speakers

Chris Bailey

Technology Director, Edmonds School District

Ellen Dorr

Chief of Technology and Strategic Initiatives, Renton School District

Driven by hope, optimism, and love. Positively pro-kid. Believer in equity, possibility, and the promise of public education. Dr. Ellen Dorr serves as the Chief of Technology and Strategic Initiatives for the Renton School District, where she oversees Technology Services (customer... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson D

Session

10:00am PDT

Cybersecurity for Small/Rural Districts

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson C

In an era where cyber threats are ever-evolving, small districts often face unique challenges due to limited staffing and tight budgets. This session will explore practical, no-cost or low-cost cybersecurity strategies and solutions tailored for small districts. Join us to learn how to enhance your cybersecurity posture and resilience without breaking the bank. You will receive actionable insights and real-world examples to help you safeguard your district.

Speakers

Andy Jones

Technology Services Director, NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101

Matt Feider

Lead Network Analyst, NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 102

I am a network analyst supporting several districts out of my traveling office (car). I love a good challenge and finding solutions that might fit.

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson C

Session

10:00am PDT

Google: The Gemini Experience

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Jefferson

Speakers

Angela Lyman

Learning Programs Coordinator, Forward Edge

Alex Melin

Instructional Design Coach, Forward Edge

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Jefferson

Session

10:00am PDT

Implementing a cybersecurity framework 101

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Moonlight Pavilion

The idea of implementing a cybersecurity framework can be overwhelming. What framework should I use? How do I get started? Why should I bother? The good news is, you may be doing some of this already and did not know it. We will share our experiences along with the troubles and tribulations we face(d) in hopes to get you started down the framework path.

Speakers

Jeremy Cox

It Director, West Valley School District #208

Kaleb Stohr

IT Specialist 4- Cybersecurity, West Valley School District #208

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Moonlight Pavilion

Session

10:00am PDT

It Takes a Village: How Cybersecurity Operations Requires All Team Members to Be Involved

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Hood

"As cyber threats become more complex, school districts are feeling the pressure to be more proactive than ever to prevent breaches. But how do you defend against cyber attacks when you have thousands of internal users trying to breach your network everyday?
Springfield Public Schools staff will present on how we proactively detect, protect, respond, and recover from cybersecurity events and how each discipline plays a role in building our Cybersecurity Program."

Speakers

Jeff Michna

Director of Technology Services, Springfield Public Schools, District 19

Jacob Shaw

Network Engineer, Springfield Public Schools, District 19

I’m a network engineer, programmer (Python, Go, JS, Ruby, etc), and life-long learner. I’m also passionate about infosec (red/blue team), OSINT, and savagely tracking criminals down. In a past life, I was a 2A553A in the USAF, where I worked on interesting flying things.

Pat Best

Network Systems Supervisor, Springfield Public Schools, District 19

Hi There!I have worked in K-12 EDU since 2006 with a short stint at U of O. Work topics I like talking about are Mac and PC MDM's (I am familiar with JAMF and MS ECM), Google Admin, our experiences with 1:1 student devices, and any ideas on the future of tech in K-12.On the personal... Read More →

Lane Garland

Server Support Analyst, Springfield Public Schools, District 19

Mick Dees

Systems Analyst, Springfield Public Schools, District 19

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Hood

Session

10:00am PDT

Making Account Creation Slightly Less Painful Using OneRoster!

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 7

"With all of the applications we're tasked with managing these days, account creation can be a huge time sink. We've turned to the OneRoster standard to make this process (somewhat) easier to navigate, automating account creation for Google Classroom, Renaissance, Powerschool, and scores of other vendor applications.

We'll provide a broad overview of the OneRoster standard and it's capabilities. Next, we'll go into detail on how we use our chosen implementation, Classlink RosterServer, to handle several complex use cases. We'll also cover the largest pitfalls we've encountered and how to avoid them. While our solutions utilize Classlink, similar processes can be implemented in other platforms like Clever, so even if you're not a Classlink customer there is knowledge to gain and share!"

Speakers

Ben Mabbott

Technology Coordinator, North Clackamas School District

Ben Stead

Systems Analyst, North Clackamas School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 7

Session

10:00am PDT

Motivating Your Tech Department Staff: Experimenting with Gamification

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson B

"Running a Tech Department in a School District is hard work! Providing excellent support to busy educators, day in and day out, is exhausting! The kids won't stop breaking their tech! Is it possible to stay efficient and keep team morale high in this environment?

In this session, I will breakdown the steps that I took in order to answer that question. Topics include:

- Empathy (Our jobs exist in order to serve students and their educators)
- Team Values (Talk the talk, walk the walk)
- Motivation (Does gamification work with adults?)
- Establishing clear expectations (The other kind of motivation)"

Speakers

Bryan Freschi

Director of Technology, Lincoln County School District

Director of Technology: Incident IQ, Classlink, Roster Server, EdTech Apps, Student Data Privacy, Teacher training, Computer Science Lead, overseer of Media Program, VR, AR, Interactive Displays, Champion for Equity in Technology/Computer ScienceI also love tasting whiskey and making... Read More →

Joshua Bates

Technology Operations Manager, Lincoln County School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson B

Session

10:00am PDT

Python Scripting With Google Workspace Apps: Building Workflow Improvements and Automations

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Adams

In this session I'll go over some of the different ways that we use Python scripts (with the gspread library) to leverage Google Workspace tools like Sheets, Forms, and Drive. When used together, you can accomplish quite a lot by improving workflows, building automations, creating data dashboards, and more. We'll discuss some general strategies as well as some of the specific implementations that we (the Peninsula School District) use. If you're from a district looking to start automating or otherwise use Google Workspace apps in your scripting, this could be a good place to start and get some ideas. Or perhaps your district already does similar things - in which case I would love if you could share your use-cases and additional thoughts/suggestions at the end!

Speakers

Mason Pratz

Data Integration Analyst, Peninsula School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Adams

Session

10:00am PDT

Transitioning from MacBooks to Chromebooks: A Seamless Journey for K-12 Educators

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Conference Center Lobby

Join us for a session on the strategic transition from MacBooks to Chromebooks for teacher devices in the North Clackamas School District. Learn how we set up for success and made this transition with little dissent from teachers and positive impacts on teaching and learning (not to mention our budget!). The team will share lessons learned, tools we developed to help along the way, and strategies that made this such a success.

Speakers

Leigh Anne Scherer

Director, Technology & Information Services, North Clackamas School District

Leigh Anne Scherer, an educational leader with a Doctorate in Education from the University of Portland, is renowned for her expertise in leadership, technology integration, and tailored program development for diverse learners. As the current Director of Technology & Information... Read More →

Jill Youngblood

System Support Analyst, North Clackamas School District

Jason Lovell

System Support Analyst, North Clackamas School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Conference Center Lobby

Session

10:00am PDT

Unlocking Opportunity: Esports as a Key to Digital Inclusion

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 8

We will explore how esports can be a powerful tool for fostering digital equity and inclusion in schools. Attendees will learn how esports programs can provide access to technology, promote diversity, and create opportunities for students from underserved communities. The session will cover strategies for integrating esports into educational settings, highlight success stories, and provide actionable steps for using esports as a vehicle for digital inclusion.

Speakers

Owen Craig

Director of Technology, Nooksack Valley School District

Director of Technology - Nooksack Valley School DistrictBoard of Directors - Washington State Scholastic Esports AssociationTechnology Club - Advisor

Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 8

Session

3:00pm PDT

Apple Lab: Technology in Education: Consider the Full Equation

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Summit 6

Education leaders have many things to consider when they’re making technology decisions, such as current systems, processes, and budget. Join us to learn how Apple helps school and district leaders make a smart investment in the technology they provide to their students, teachers, and IT. We’ll share new research findings, customer insights, and more.

Speakers

Apple Education

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Summit 6

Session

3:00pm PDT

Ask not what your mentee can do for you; Or: how to be the best mentor (or mentee) you can be!

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Riverview Pavilion

Have so much to give but not sure whom to share it with? Looking for someone who can support your career for a while as you grow into it? Come to this session to discover practical methods to become a mentor or a mentee and how to get the most out of that relationship, and how to find someone to support you or for you to support.

If you have time prior to May 1, can you please interact with this Google form to let me know questions and topics you'd like addressed during this session? https://forms.gle/yrKR54bVJwefNBm19 - thank you!

Speakers

Emilie Nangle

Systems Engineer, Crook County School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Riverview Pavilion

Session

3:00pm PDT

Empowering Educators with AI: Tools and Strategies for Success

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Summit 9

In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative force. This session is designed for IT professionals, administrators, and instructional coaches committed to enhancing teaching and learning through innovative AI tools. We will explore creating an AI toolbelt for teachers, equipping them to personalize learning, streamline administrative tasks, and foster student engagement.

The session will cover best practices for ongoing professional development, ensuring student data privacy, and fostering a culture of innovation in K-12 classrooms. Attendees will gain the knowledge and strategies needed to support teachers in leveraging AI effectively.

Speakers

DeAnn Hermes

Director digital learning, Monroe School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Summit 9

Session

3:00pm PDT

Everyday Digital Accessibility

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Summit 8

"Digital Accessibility isn’t hard, but the way you’re doing it probably is.
If you only consider accessibility in the last step in content creation, or when an accessible edition has been explicitly requested, you end up suffering through an arduous remediation process that can leave you feeling resentful toward the very concept of accessibility.
Let’s talk about normalizing digital accessibility practices by including them in your everyday communications, and creating templates and resources for your coworkers to reduce remediation panic."

Speakers

Jennifer Lucas

Digital Accessibility & Equity coordinator, Washington State School for the Blind

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Summit 8

Session

3:00pm PDT

FreePBX In Education: Local Leaders Weigh-in

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Stevenson D

Whether you’re a FreePBX veteran or a total noob, you’re guaranteed to learn something new from our panel of regional VoIP and PBX experts! Join our panelists in this interactive session and discover why so many in the Education space have switched to, and are sticking with FreePBX.

Speakers

Wayne Wenthin

WAN Admin, Multnomah ESD/Cascade Technology Alliance

Phone Guru and overall network lackey.

Tyler Starkovich

Director of Information Services, Oak Harbor Public Schools

Josh Kesecker

Tech Director, CIO, CISO, Wallowa County ESD

WCESD provides consortium technology services to the 4 small districts in our County. What to talk about? Doing more with less... as usual.

Taylor Letham

Telecomm Engineer, Clackamas ESD

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Stevenson D

Session

3:00pm PDT

Gen AI Implementation in Edmonds: Highlights and Resources From Our Journey

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Stevenson A

In this session, members of the Edmonds School District Digital Learning team will describe how they have supported staff and student use of generative AI through: policy development/refinement and communication, required and optional professional learning, coaching, and integration into other initiatives and priorities. We will highlight our focus on the significance of open conversations with students around AI usage and provide examples of how we are supporting inclusive practices with gen AI. We will share resources we have developed and reflect on opportunities and challenges we have faced throughout our journey so far.

Speakers

James Bettis

Digital Learning Coordinator, Edmonds School District

Lauren Wishkoski

Manager of Digital Learning and Libraries, Edmonds School District

Christa Polzin

Digital Learning Coordinator, Edmonds School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Stevenson A

Session

3:00pm PDT

Google: Your Ultimate Teaching Companion: Chromebook Plus

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Jefferson

Chromebook Plus is more than just a laptop – it's a versatile tool specifically designed to meet the needs of educators. In this session, we'll explore the unique features and capabilities of Chromebook Plus, an enterprise grade device made for teachers, showcasing how it can streamline workflows, facilitate collaboration, and enhance student engagement. From its powerful performance to its intuitive interface, discover why Chromebook Plus is the perfect companion for today's teachers

Speakers

Angela Lyman

Learning Programs Coordinator, Forward Edge

Alex Melin

Instructional Design Coach, Forward Edge

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Jefferson

Session

3:00pm PDT

Introduction to Asset Management in Education

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Adams

This session is tailored for leadership and technical professionals looking to enhance their asset management practices with a strong focus on security using Snipe-IT. We will delve into the critical aspects of setting up a secure asset management system, including secure inventory tracking, maintenance scheduling, and resource allocation. Participants will learn how to implement robust security measures within Snipe-IT to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with educational standards. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a secure and efficient asset management system that safeguards educational resources and supports teaching goals. Join us to discover best practices for securing your classroom assets with Snipe-IT!

Speakers

Caleb Zamarripa

IT Support Specialist, Willamette ESD

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Adams

Session

3:00pm PDT

Lasso I.T.

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Moonlight Pavilion

Many of you are familiar with the AppleTV hit series, Ted Lasso. There are some remarkable leaderships skills from the show that can be applied to your toolkit as an IT leader, as well as in your own personal life. Come to the "Dog Pound" and hear about some of those leadership qualities. Andrew Stenehjem (BSD) and Jim Newton (BSD) will share some of qualities and practical examples that can help you Lasso your IT management skills. We'd also like to learn from you. Come prepared to engage and share your thoughts.

Speakers

Jim Newton

Manager of Application Development & Systems Support, Beaverton School District

Andrew Stenehjem

Manager of User Services, Beaverton School District

My position (Manager of User Services) oversees our tech support team of around 50 people. I was previously a Sys Admin (Apple Client Architect) and technology support specialist.

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Moonlight Pavilion

Session

3:00pm PDT

Means for Many Learners: One Way is Not Enough

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Summit 7

What does good classroom instruction look like and what are the tools your district can buy to support the work? The days of learning only through lectures and showing understanding simply by writing essays are gone! Learners are diverse, and the ways they access information are too. Our teaching methods and the tools we use must adapt to reflect this diversity. This session will dive into innovative instructional strategies and demonstrate how intentional technology use can boost student engagement, deepen content retention, and elevate learning outcomes. Discover how to support meaningful, accessible learning experiences across elementary and secondary grade levels with tools that align with best practices, helping your district maximize its investment in technology.

Speakers

Michael Signal

Elementary Specialist, Auburn School District

I am ASD's Instructional Technology Coach for Chinook, Dick Scobee, Evergreen Heights, Terminal Park, and Washington elementary schools. I'm a long time Auburn educator, having spent several years as a classroom teacher at Chinook. Before that, I worked at several Auburn schools as... Read More →

Rena Clark

Secondary Specialists, Auburn School District

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Summit 7

Session

3:00pm PDT

Orchestrating Success: Leveraging Containers for Rapid, Secure Deployments in Education

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Conference Center Lobby

Containers and container orchestration are essential for faster deployments, smoother updates, and stronger security. In this 50-minute session, we'll unpack container basics and show how Kubernetes automates and scales app management. Learn how to convert a traditional application into a container, deploy it on a cluster, and tap into rolling updates, load balancing, and self-healing—all in a K–12 education setting. By session’s end, you'll see how containers streamline software delivery, keep patches current, and boost reliability for your school or district.

Speakers

David Cramblett

Assistant IT Director, Multnomah Education Service District

Sean Taylor

Systems Administrator / Developer, Multnomah Education Service District

Tyler Hand

Application Developer, Multnomah Education Service District

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

Session

3:00pm PDT

Rethinking Software Evaluation: 3rd, 4th, 5th times the charm… right?

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT

Stevenson B

Join Salem-Keizer Public Schools as we share the trials and triumphs of overhauling our software evaluation process. Discover why we started, where we are now, and what’s next on this journey. We'll walk you through key milestones such as assembling the right team, the twists and turns of our process evolution, and the hurdles we’ve overcome. While we've made significant strides, we're still on the road to refining and improving. Tag along for a candid discussion about our progress—and the lessons we’ve learned along the way!

Speakers

Cindy Darden

Technology Director, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Emma Leighty

Network Communications Analyst, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Chrysti Silva

Tech Support Field Coordinator, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Stevenson B

Session

9:00am PDT

Building a Strong Team Culture: Strategies for Success

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Adams

How do you mold a group of unique individuals with varying skill sets, personalities and behaviors into a highly functioning team? This aspect of education technology leadership often takes a back seat to the daily grind of supporting tens of thousands of devices, hundreds of software applications, for thousands of end users. Attend this session to learn practical strategies you can implement right away to create a positive--and productive-- team culture.

Speakers

Justin Talmadge

Director of Technology, snoqualmie valley school district

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Adams

Session

9:00am PDT

Don't Panic

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson A

"Budget cuts. Vendors drastically increasing prices. Betting big on technology that doesn't work. Discontinuation of critical software/hardware. Exceeding capacity. Huge piles of grant money have to be spent immediately. Security compromises. Politics. Natural disasters. Crazy mandates. More budget cuts. These are all things we had to deal with 30 years ago. And 25 years ago, and 20 years ago, and 15 years ago.... and these will all probably be ACPE topics 30 years in the future.

Our job is to not panic and figure out how to keep the ship afloat. Discussing how we have done this in past cycles may be therapeutic for those who have been around for a while, instructive to those who are new to this game. Not only have we survived but have often thrived in the face of adversity."

Speakers

Eric Harrison

Supervisor, CTA

Mark Lancaster

Director of Infrastructure, Portland Public Schools

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson A

Session

9:00am PDT

Flipping the Pyramid: Restructuring Learning in an AI World

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Conference Center Lobby

This session delves into innovative strategies for educators to cultivate critical thinking skills in students, enabling them to effectively navigate and evaluate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI-generated information. We will challenge the traditional linear model of learning and embrace a more expansive approach that encourages students to explore infinite possibilities for thought and perception. Discussions will focus on the latest AI models, Bloom's Taxonomy, Critical Thinking, and Learning Science to explore how the educators can react to challenges and opportunities of AI.

Speakers

Dennis Lane

Instructional Tech Admin, Oregon Trail School District

Dr. Dennis Lane is the Instructional Technology Administrator for the Oregon Trail School District. Dennis works alongside parents, students, and teachers; helping them get the most out of their classroom technology and learning environment. He taught middle school science and robotics... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Conference Center Lobby

Session

9:00am PDT

Google Gemini Lab

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Jefferson

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Jefferson

Session

9:00am PDT

Integrating Inventory and more into Network Authentication

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Hood

How Gresham-Barlow integrated information from inventory, device management, security, and other systems as we moved to 802.1x. We will cover why and how we moved, as well as the trouble spots that we faced along the way.

Speakers

Josh Marsh

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Hood

Session

9:00am PDT

Navigating the Future of EdTech: Insights from National, State, and County Leaders

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Riverview Pavilion

Join Julia Fallon (SETDA) as she moderates an engaging discussion with Bre Urness-Straight, Carla Wade, and Rachel Wente-Chaney on advancing educational technology leadership. Together, they’ll examine how leaders across national, state, and county levels are addressing digital inclusion, embracing emerging technologies, and crafting impactful K–12 education policies. Drawing from SETDA’s 2024 State EdTech Trends report and the Universal Connectivity Imperative, the panelists will offer practical strategies for advocacy, policymaking, and district-level implementation. Walk away with fresh insights and actionable solutions to drive transformative change in your educational community.

Speakers

Rachel Wente-Chaney

CIO, High Desert Education Service District

Carla Wade

Sr. Director of External Relations, Consortium for School Networking - CoSN

Carla Wade is the Senior Director of External Relations at CoSN working with policy and advocacy, partnerships, and professional advancement. Prior to joining CoSN, Carla served as the Digital Innovations Lead at the Oregon Department of Education. She also served as a technical advisor... Read More →

Julia Fallon

Executive Director, SETDA

Julia Fallon is the Executive Director of the SETDA, where she works with U.S. state and territorial digital learning leaders to empower the education community to leverage technology for learning, teaching, and school operations. Involved with learning technologies since 1989, her... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Riverview Pavilion

Session

9:00am PDT

Project Management Time Machine

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson D

"In today's fast-paced educational environment, technology teams face limited resources, reduced staffing, and numerous priorities, making time a scarce asset and technology being seen as a transaction-based commodity. To support student success, we must create more time. Traditional project management helps but brings challenges in complexity, communication, and adoption.

This session will introduce a strategic project management framework to streamline projects, reduce wasted efforts, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. We will also evaluate project success and identify growth areas. Attendees will learn how to use standard office tools, automated workflows, and generative AI to improve time management and efficiency in their department and district."

Speakers

Teshon Christie

Chief of Digital Transformation, Highline Public Schools

Teshon Christie serves as the Chief of Digital Transformation and Innovation at Highline Public Schools, where he leads the development and execution of digital strategies to enhance both district operations and educational practices. His role encompasses championing digital equity... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson D

Session

9:00am PDT

Ransom My Redundancies? Break my backups? Demonstration and discussions on an ESD’s backup and redundancy journey for servers and services.

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Stevenson B

From DNS wins to Synergy woes, Linn Benton Lincoln (LBL) ESD has had equally good successes and shortcomings in our backup and redundancies journey. Please join us for a demonstration of our Rubrik environment to display a few of the backup and disaster recovery services it provides for some of the programs we host such as Synergy and Infinite Visions. We will open and lead discussions on our current backup and redundancy strategies and aspirations. It is our hope that we all will leave this conversation with new tactics and angles on how to prepare for the ever-changing environment of K12 data theft and dealing with downed systems.

Speakers

Max Bunker

Systems Engineer, Linn Benton Lincoln ESD

Jennifer Kessel

Senior Director of Technology & Information Systems, Linn Benton Lincoln ESD

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Stevenson B

Session

9:00am PDT

Status Quo No More - Keeping Users in the Loop: Best Practices for Outage Communications

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Summit 8

This session will explore the evolution of Salem-Keizer's Status Page as a vital tool for communicating service disruptions to staff and stakeholders. We will delve into the historical context, technological advancements, and current best practices for managing communication as status updates during incidents. Attendees will learn how to design status updates that cater to diverse audiences, ensuring that all staff members, regardless of their technical proficiency are kept informed and empowered.

Speakers

Joseph Snethen

Business Solutions Analyst, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Summit 8

Session

9:00am PDT

Streamlining Student Support: A Data-Driven MTSS Tool Built with Educators, for Educators

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT

Summit 6

"Educators need efficient tools to identify student needs, provide targeted support, and monitor progress—all while making informed decisions about interventions and core instruction. Built with input from teachers and literacy specialists, this MTSS-based tool streamlines student plan creation and progress tracking.

Leveraging Ed-Fi standards, it integrates seamlessly across multiple Student Information Systems (SIS), ensuring scalability for districts. In this session, we’ll showcase how the tool saves educators time, enhances data-driven decision-making, and improves both student support and schoolwide instruction.

Join us for a live demo and discussion on how this tool empowers schools to implement MTSS effectively while simplifying workflows."

Speakers

Virgil Hretcanu

Brian Bain

Rommel Rodriguez

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Summit 6

Session

10:00am PDT

(More) Lessons Learned in Small Town K-12; Rolling with the Punches

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson B

"The (hopefully) much awaited sequel; A lot has changed since our presentation at ACPENW 2024.

All of us in K12 Tech face an onslaught of budgetary constraints, sociopolitical uncertainty, and constant cybersecurity threats. Remaining flexible, adaptable, & optimistic (or at least not cynical) can be a tall order.

Even amidst all the chaos we've completed some massive projects, many at a price of $0.

Having weathered our first years with more than a few scars, we’ve doubled down on our commitment to our principles (& possibly added some new ones). In this presentation we will again discuss what has worked for us, stumbling blocks we encountered (and how we recovered), all from a technological, financial, & philosophic perspective.

…and yes, there will be memes."

Speakers

Mark Neville

Director of Technology, Philomath School District 17J

Joshua Martin

Systems Administrator, Philomath School District 17J

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson B

Session

10:00am PDT

Bolstering Your Defense In Depth Strategies with the Center for Internet Security and the MS-ISAC

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Adams

Speakers

Semona Houghlan

West Region Account Executive, CIS Services, Center for Internet Security

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Adams

Session

10:00am PDT

Challenge Accepted: The use of contests and challenges to encourage interest in Computer Science

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 6

Contests and challenges effectively teach software development and spark computer science interest. This presentation shows how structured competitions foster motivation, critical thinking, and technical skills. We'll spotlight East Metro STEAM Partnership's "The Edit," a digital storytelling contest where middle and high schoolers create 90-second news reports on relevant topics with Adobe tools. These contests reinforce programming concepts, build community, fuel creativity, and promote teamwork. We'll share best practices for designing them as gateways to computer science and explore in- and out-of-class uses. Educators will gain strategies to inspire the next wave of developers and computer scientists.

Speakers

David Cramblett

Assistant IT Director, Multnomah Education Service District

Jarvez Hall

Director, East Metro STEAM Partnership, East Metro STEAM Partnership

Jarvez Hall serves as the third Director of the East Metro STEAM Partnership. Jarvez, an Oregon native, is a graduate of Gresham High School and the former Executive Director of the East Metro Economic Alliance.He completed his undergraduate degree in Business from Oregon State University... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 6

Session

10:00am PDT

Developing an Intern Program for 21st Century Students

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Hood

The Auburn School District has developed and maintained a successful and inclusive student intern program entirely in-house for many years. We’d love to share our story and assist you in building your own program, no matter where you are in the journey.

Speakers

Jacob Bucy

Asst. Director of Technology Operations, Auburn School District

As the Coordinator of Technical Support and Intern Development I oversee the districts techs, helpdesk and interns. I manage tickets, help with technology projects and oversee the purchase of about 6,000 devices a year. I try to take a classroom first approach when it comes to technology... Read More →

Rena Clark

Secondary Specialists, Auburn School District

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Hood

Session

10:00am PDT

Fix It! The Connection Between Technology Support and Educational Equity

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson C

Although sometimes considered secondary or an afterthought, technology support infrastructure and practices has a dramatic impact on the level of educational equity students experience in schools. This session will include three different WA school district's approaches to technology support and how these practices connect to their district's work and vision around equitable access.

Speakers

Sarah Luczyk

IT Support Manager, Edmonds School District

I have worked at the Edmonds School District for 10 years. I started as a Project Coordinator before becoming the IT Support Supervisor and, my current role, IT Support Manager. I have a BS in Political Science with a minor in Communications and an MS in IT Management.I love working... Read More →

Todd Koren

Director, Customer Technology Services, Everett Public Schools

Sarah Lawrence

Assistant Director of Technology Support, Mukilteo School District

I have been in education in a variety of roles over the past 20 years - ranging from special education teacher, to instructional technology coordinator, to my current role as the Assistant Director of Technology Support. I am passionate about using technology to empower individuals... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson C

Session

10:00am PDT

Google Gemini Lab

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Jefferson

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Jefferson

Session

10:00am PDT

K-20 Education Network Spotlight: Gateway to Global Connectivity with eduroam

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 7

Imagine students, faculty, and staff effortlessly connecting to secure Wi-Fi across thousands of locations worldwide—this is eduroam. Designed by and for the international research and education community, eduroam enables automatic internet access at over 3,300 U.S. institutions and 38,000 globally. Through the K-20 eduroam Support Organization (eSO) pilot program, K-12 districts, ESDs, and libraries in Washington have the opportunity to join this global network. Picture a future where your community moves seamlessly among K-20 sites with secure, reliable connectivity. If your school or library is part of the K-20 Network, we’re ready to help you bring eduroam to life. Join us to learn how you can empower your students and staff with a secure, global Wi-Fi solution designed for education.

Speakers

Amanda Rowe

K-20 Education Network, K-20 Education Network

Jack Haden-Enneking

K-20 Program Manager, University of Washington

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 7

Session

10:00am PDT

Less Grind, More Mind: Using AI to Elevate Administrative Task Efficiency and Embrace Diversity

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson A

Explore how artificial intelligence can streamline administrative tasks while fostering inclusion and equity. In this session, we’ll explore practical ways AI can handle repetitive work, reduce bias, and optimize processes in school or office settings. Boost efficiency and also make room for a more inclusive, mindful approach to work. Embrace the potential of AI to create a smarter, fairer work environment.

Speakers

Kathi Etchemendy

Director of Technology, Greater Albany Public Schools- Technology

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson A

Session

10:00am PDT

Oregon K12 InfoSec Collective (ORKIC); The critical role of collaboration in strengthening K-12 Cybersecurity

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Stevenson D

Oregon K12 InfoSec Collective (ORKIC) is a free membership, unique and “formally informal” collaboration group dedicated to improving cybersecurity across Oregon's K-12 institutions. ORKIC members work to create a relaxed yet focused environment where members can openly share ideas, tackle challenges, discuss current threats, share resources and exchange Indicators of Compromise (IOCs). This informal camaraderie, professional dedication and trust helps its members improve cyber readiness for their agencies. Attendees will hear success stories, and learn how collaboration is transforming cybersecurity resilience. This session is for any IT professional and administrator committed to protecting their schools from evolving cyber threats by embracing the power of teamwork and shared knowledge.

Speakers

Josh Kesecker

Tech Director, CIO, CISO, Wallowa County ESD

WCESD provides consortium technology services to the 4 small districts in our County. What to talk about? Doing more with less... as usual.

Chris Rowbotham

Director of Technology, Siuslaw School District 97J

Andrew Winter

Cybersecurity Engineer, Technegon

Tim Jones

Executive Information and Technology Officer, Linn Benton Lincoln ESD

Richard Thomas

Director of CyberSecurity, Linn Benton Lincoln ESD

Mike Potter

IT Security Analyst, Northwest Regional ESD

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Stevenson D

Session

10:00am PDT

Procurement and Contract Drafting in the Age of AI

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Summit 8

School Districts are struggling to meet the unique procurement and contract needs posed by services employing Artificial Intelligence. The Presenter is working with the Student Data Privacy Consortium and other Agencies to develop new contracts to meet this need. Participants will be given examples of model language and will be asked to provide their perspectives on this issue.

Speakers

Mark Williams

Partner, Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost, LLP

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Summit 8

Session

10:00am PDT

Tech It to the Limit: UDL Strategies in Action

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Riverview Pavilion

"This session is tailored for Instructional Technology staff focused on empowering teachers to implement Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles through technology.

Participants will discover a variety of instructional tools and resources that enhance differentiation and engagement, alongside the role of AI in personalizing learning experiences. Through collaborative discussions and real-world examples, Instructional Technology staff will learn how to inspire teachers to create inclusive classrooms that meet diverse learning needs.

Leave with actionable strategies and a toolkit to facilitate meaningful UDL implementation, transforming teaching practices and improving student outcomes. Join us to equip educators for a more inclusive future!"

Speakers

Maddie Oakley

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Northshore School District

I was a classroom teacher for 13 years before beginning my Instructional Technology role in March 2020. My favorite parts of my job are: helping tech-wary staff become confident in their usage of something new, introducing staff to a new tool that excites them, and working with an... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Riverview Pavilion

Session

10:00am PDT

Unlocking the Full Potential of IncidentIQ: A Facilitated Discussion on Ticketing, Facilities, and Events Modules

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT

Conference Center Lobby

Join us for an engaging and open-ended discussion on the versatile IncidentIQ platform, focusing on its powerful modules for ticketing, facilities management, and event planning. This session is designed for both new and experienced users who are looking to maximize their use of IncidentIQ's features.
We'll explore:

Ticketing Module: Streamlining issue reporting and resolution processes.
Facilities Module: Efficiently managing maintenance requests and facility operations.
Events Module: Simplifying event scheduling and coordination.

Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences, challenges, and best practices. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment where attendees can learn from each other and discover new ways to leverage IncidentIQ to meet their organizational needs. Whether you're looking to improve your current workflows or explore new functionalities, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips.

Speakers

Val Nelson

Manager of User Services, Northshore School District

Katie Luksan

Executive Director, Digital Transformation, Highline Public Schools

Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Conference Center Lobby

Session