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Wednesday, May 7
 

2:00pm PDT

Jamf: Manage and Secure Apple in Education with Jamf
Wednesday May 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Join us to learn about management, identity and security solutions for an Apple-first environment that is enterprise secure and consumer simple while protecting personal privacy. We'll discuss: - Device enrollment, configuration, and deployment, zero-day updates, patch management and compliance enforcement with Jamf School or Jamf Pro - Mac authentication integrated with our identity provider (IdP) and Single sign-on (SSO) with Jamf Connect - Endpoint security, threat prevention and remediation, and content filtering with Jamf Protect and Jamf Safe Internet.
Speakers
avatar for Larry Stegall

Larry Stegall

Sr. Sales Engineer, Jamf
I have been in education since 1986 serving in a variety of capacities. I have been a classroom teacher, instructional technology specialist, distance learning specialist, and a senior systems administrator. I have worked with deployments as small as 25 and as large as 40,000 endpoints... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

2:00pm PDT

Fox Hunt
Wednesday May 7, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm PDT
Want to learn about radios or soldering? The "Fox Hunt" table will have instructions, radio, and antenna for you to locate a "Fox" hidden somewhere on the grounds. (Listen as it beacons every 30 seconds with a familiar sound.) Updates will be through the Discord activity channel, starting Wednesday afternoon with a new location each morning! There will be "Learn to Solder" kits available to take home & power your Fox Hunt, & IncludeIT minibadges (while supplies last). A guided hunt will also be available, so check Sched for details.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Kesecker

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.
Wednesday May 7, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

3:30pm PDT

zSpace: Navigating Students’ Pathways: Embracing AI/AR/VR's Role in Career Exploration
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Discover how educational leaders across the northwest use creative approaches including AI, AR, and VR to engage and inspire students.  This session will demonstrate how students research, learn, and experience a variety of concepts and the associated career pathways in STEM, Health Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Agri-Science, Transportation and more.  Based on this exploration, students are able to develop plans for post-secondary study and/or earn valuable certifications.

Learning Objectives:
- Understand the AI/AR/VR landscape and its role in supporting STEM curriculum and CTE certifications
- Discover clinical evidence supporting learning gains through learning with AR/VR
- Consider funding sources for the integration of new technology
Speakers
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Nichole Spearman-Eskelsen

Coordinator of CTE, Dual Credit and Summer Programming, Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Nichole has been an educator for 21 years starting out as an agricultural science teacher. After 16 years she left the classroom to have a larger impact on career and technical education. This led her to take on a roll as the district administrator / CTE coordinator. Nichole’s position... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby
 
Thursday, May 8
 

7:00am PDT

Fox Hunt
Thursday May 8, 2025 7:00am - 4:30pm PDT
Want to learn about radios or soldering? The "Fox Hunt" table will have instructions, radio, and antenna for you to locate a "Fox" hidden somewhere on the grounds. (Listen as it beacons every 30 seconds with a familiar sound.) Updates will be through the Discord activity channel, starting Wednesday afternoon with a new location each morning! There will be "Learn to Solder" kits available to take home & power your Fox Hunt, & IncludeIT minibadges (while supplies last). A guided hunt will also be available, so check Sched for details.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Kesecker

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.
Thursday May 8, 2025 7:00am - 4:30pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

9:00am PDT

The Device Extravaganza! Replacing 21,000 Chromebooks
Thursday May 8, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
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
avatar for Joe Yamada

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

10:00am PDT

Transitioning from MacBooks to Chromebooks: A Seamless Journey for K-12 Educators
Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
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
avatar for Leigh Anne Scherer

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 →
avatar for Jill Youngblood

Jill Youngblood

System Support Analyst, North Clackamas School District
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Jason Lovell

System Support Analyst, North Clackamas School District
Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Conference Center Lobby

3:00pm PDT

Orchestrating Success: Leveraging Containers for Rapid, Secure Deployments in Education
Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
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
avatar for David Cramblett

David Cramblett

Assistant IT Director, Multnomah Education Service District
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Sean Taylor

Systems Administrator / Developer, Multnomah Education Service District
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Tyler Hand

Application Developer, Multnomah Education Service District
Thursday May 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

6:30pm PDT

Guided Fox Hunt
Thursday May 8, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
New to radios, or want to "Fox Hunt" with others? Meet at the Fox Hunt table after dinner for a guided experience in direction finding!
Speakers
avatar for Josh Kesecker

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.
Thursday May 8, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby
 
Friday, May 9
 

7:00am PDT

Fox Hunt
Friday May 9, 2025 7:00am - 2:00pm PDT
Want to learn about radios or soldering? The "Fox Hunt" table will have instructions, radio, and antenna for you to locate a "Fox" hidden somewhere on the grounds. (Listen as it beacons every 30 seconds with a familiar sound.) Updates will be through the Discord activity channel, starting Wednesday afternoon with a new location each morning! There will be "Learn to Solder" kits available to take home & power your Fox Hunt, & IncludeIT minibadges (while supplies last). A guided hunt will also be available, so check Sched for details.
Speakers
avatar for Josh Kesecker

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.
Friday May 9, 2025 7:00am - 2:00pm PDT
Conference Center Lobby

9:00am PDT

Flipping the Pyramid: Restructuring Learning in an AI World
Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
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
avatar for Dennis Lane

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

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
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
avatar for Val Nelson

Val Nelson

Manager of User Services, Northshore School District
avatar for Katie Luksan

Katie Luksan

Executive Director, Digital Transformation, Highline Public Schools
Friday May 9, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
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