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NC BOLD East 2026 Day 2 Nash Central High School
Wednesday, July 29
 

8:30am EDT

🎉 Opening Session
Wednesday July 29, 2026 8:30am - 8:55am EDT
Auditorium
Feedback Survey
Join us for the Opening Session to provide an overview of the NCBOLD experience.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 8:30am - 8:55am EDT
Auditorium

9:00am EDT

Attendance Letter Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 7
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3, 6, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up, generate, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communication with parents and guardians.


NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Erin Foil

SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 7
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Canned NCSIS Reports
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 6
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information, attendance, behavior, census, grading, scheduling, and fees—and learn how to access, generate, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment & Information Systems, Johnston County Public Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 6
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Common Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 9
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve, filter, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Brian Jones

Executive Director of SAIS, Cumberland County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 9
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

End Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 12
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates, end actions, and local end statuses, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools
I am currently serving as the Student Information System Trainer for Cumberland County Schools, bringing 20 years of dedicated service to the district. Over the course of my career, I have spent 13 years as a School Data Manager, 3 years as a Support Specialist for the Student Information... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 12
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters, Walk-In Scheduling
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 5
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Dustin Cherry

Specialist, Moore County
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 5
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Modifying Households
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 3
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus, including viewing, verifying, and modifying household memberships, relationships, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues, such as missing guardians, duplicate households, and incomplete addresses, using system tools...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Nicole Reyes

SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 3
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Start of School
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 4
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup, student enrollment, scheduling and roster management, no-show procedures, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Lisa Baggs

SIS Director, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 4
  Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Campus Workflow (Attendance)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 14
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides an overview of the Attendance Workflow in Infinite Campus, focusing on how schools can efficiently track and manage student attendance using scanning tools and automated processes. Participants will explore key features such as Check In/Out, kiosks, teacher and classroom scanners, badge design, and absence request management. The course also highlights essential setup...
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Lindsay Ginn

Duplin County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 14
  Data Manager   SIS Coordinator

9:00am EDT

ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 24
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 24
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Beyond the Shortcut: Designing Rigorous Learning That Students Actually Want to Do
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 32
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Tired of “checked out” students who refuse to work, students looking for AI shortcuts, or activities that feel busy but lack deep learning? You aren’t alone! Come to this high-energy, "educator-as-student" session where we consider what rigor actually looks like— accessible but challenging tasks for ALL learners. We will dive into high-yield strategies that move students from "doing the...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Katie Bogle

Instructional Coach
Katie Bogle is a veteran educator, having served in North Carolina public schools for 30 years.  Retired from full time teaching in 2026, she now serves as an educational consultant and instructional coach, helping K-12 educators enhance their teaching practices. She is a self-described... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 32
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 27
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious, most distracted, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — an immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this session, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. How, you ask? By experiencing the...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Jerri Sydes

Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools
I have proudly served the students of Onslow County for 23 years as a middle school Math teacher and currently as a Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator. I am a native of southeastern NC and an alumni of East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 27
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Ctrl+Alt+Compassion
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 26
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
You know the moment. A student slides a soaking wet Chromebook across your desk. A book comes back in pieces — or doesn't come back at all. Your checkout system is a disaster, your fines list is a mile long, and somewhere in the back of your brain, a little voice is screaming. But what if that damaged device or missing novel is telling you something more important than "this kid owes me $47"?...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School
With over 20 years in middle school education, I've worn a lot of hats — ELA and social studies teacher, instructional technology facilitator, and now media coordinator. I believe strongly in inquiry-based and self-directed learning, and that getting students hands-on with their... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 26
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 25
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
As AI tools become more common in classrooms, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic, multimedia projects that promote creativity, critical thinking, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry, problem-solving, and...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Colleen Graham

Educational Technology Specialist, Wayne County Public Schools
As an Educational Technology Specialist and district lead for media coordinators, I am passionate about transforming teaching and learning through emerging technologies and responsible AI integration. With a strong foundation in instructional leadership, library science, and innovation... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 25
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 28
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested, engaged, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles, riddles, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Sharon Beck

Rowan-Salisbury Schools
I bring 28 years of teaching experience across science education and instructional technology. I taught Chemistry I, II, and AP Chemistry in a rural district for 15 years before teaching physical science, biology, and earth science for nearly 10 years at an urban alternative high... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 28
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Double Dare you to Engage, Not Just Sage
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 18
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Do YOU have the guts? Then step up, suit up (metaphorically of course... no poncho required), and get ready for a high-energy, no-tech, slime-free session where you’ll race through a series of brain-friendly, classroom-ready physical challenges designed to fire up adult learners just like students. Inspired by the wild world of Nickelodeon’s Double Dare, this session dares you to go beyond...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Lindsey Sipe

Southwest Regional Consultant, NC DPI
Lindsey Sipe brings over 18 years of expertise in digital teaching and learning, beginning her career as an elementary school teacher before moving into a leadership role at the district office for one of the largest urban school districts in the nation. Currently serving in the role... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 18
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning, collaboration, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Brandy Moody

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Burke County Public Schools
I’m an Instructional Technology Facilitator (ITF) with 22 years of experience in education. I’m passionate about integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning, and I enjoy supporting educators in creating engaging, innovative classrooms. My expertise lies in bridging... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

From Checked Out to All In
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 29
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session, explore six simple, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical, realistic, and ready for day one.
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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David Madigan

High School Visual Arts and AP Art History Teacher, Pitt County Schools
I have been teaching high school visual arts and art history for 18 years. I am married with 4 awesome children.  In, my free time, I enjoy camping, traveling, building, and cooking.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 29
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI, Not Instead of AI
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 23
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Generative AI is transforming the workforce—but education’s goal isn’t to replace thinking; it’s to strengthen it. In this session, discover how to use AI as a tool for deeper thinking, not shortcuts. Explore essential workforce skills like critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and AI collaboration, along with practical classroom strategies. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas to help...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Alicia Ray

Project Lead The Way Teacher, Central Middle School
Alicia Ray is a veteran educator of 20 years from North Carolina. She has taught PreK-8th grade students in the classroom and in the school library. She loves teaching Project Lead The Way (PLTW) at Central Middle School in Surry County, NC. She was a finalist in the 2024 MagicSchoolAI... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 23
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Infinite Campus Unlocked: Leveraging Teacher Reports
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 15
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
In this session, we will focus on how to access and create reports to support instruction and student achievement. You will learn how to generate reports to meet your classroom needs and explore resources to help you customize Infinite Campus reports.
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Meredith Hill

Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Meredith Ward Hill, Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, is a former district media specialist, school librarian, and reading specialist. National Board and CETL certified, she champions AI literacy, intellectual freedom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 15
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Level up your Gradebook: Tools in Infinite Campus
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 16
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Take your Infinite Campus Gradebook skills to the next level! This session goes beyond simply adding assignments, helping teachers explore tools to streamline grading, analyze student performance, and customize their gradebook for efficiency. Learn how to utilize features like section groups, categories, score analysis, student groups, and more to enhance feedback and student tracking. Whether...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Jen Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI
Jennifer served as a public educator for 29 years, holding roles such as teacher, instructional coach, and professional development facilitator. In 2023, Jennifer joined the NCDPI as an Innovative Learning Catalyst, and now serves as the North Central DTL Consultant. Her dedication... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 16
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 30
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments, allowing for an authentic, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research, express ideas, and...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School
With more than 20 years in education, spanning middle school, community college, and now as a high school media coordinator, I am deeply committed to inclusion, community partnership, and building student leaders. With a background in English and Creative Writing, I thrive in spaces... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 30
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Revised for IMPACT: The Next Chapter for NC School Libraries
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 19
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
North Carolina’s updated School Library Guidelines are here—celebrating the evolving role of school libraries as student-centered spaces for literacy, inquiry, and growth. Join us for a first look at how the revised guidelines position school libraries as essential learning hubs where curiosity is encouraged, readers are nurtured, and students build the skills to think critically and engage...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning
Mollee Holloman is currently serving as the School Library Education Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in the division of Digital Learning & School Connectivity. A steward of stories and curator of worldly experiences using text + tech, she's driven to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 19
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Schoolnet Essentials
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 34
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Discover the simplified foundations of Schoolnet in this interactive session designed to help teachers confidently navigate the platform. Participants will explore item banks, learn how to create assessments with ease, and practice scheduling assessments to support effective classroom instruction.
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Rebecca Stokes

Instructional Improvement Consultant, NCDPI
Rebecca works at DPI as a Professional Development Specialist and Product manager for Schoolnet.  She has been in education for 17 years serving as a Classroom Teacher, Digital Literacy Coach, and Instructional Technology Facilitator.  Rebecca is passionate about helping classroom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 34
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 22
Limited Capacity seats available
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Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session, we will explore two powerful, free tools from Google: Gemini, your creative brainstorming partner, and NotebookLM, your...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Ira Hyde

Assistant Technology Director, Haywood County Schools
I have been teaching for 24 years.  I spent the first 19 years at Junaluska Elementary School teaching grades 3-5.  The last 9 of those years I was the media coordinator.  I am currently the Instructional Technology Facilitator for Haywood County Schools.  I serve all 15 schools... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 22
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

The Coaching Architect: Building Teacher Capacity versus Dependence
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 31
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Every great coach has felt the frustration of the "Knowing-Doing Gap," that structural disconnect where professional learning collapses before it reaches the classroom. It is easy for coaches to act as an "Emergency Repair Crew," exerting influence by installing temporary fixes, offering advice, or rescuing a tech glitch. However, true impact is measured by the engineered structural integrity of...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Gladys Johnson

Innovation and Strategic Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 31
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Your School Culture Coach: Leveraging the TWCS to Improve School Culture
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 20
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
Now that you have the latest results of your Teacher Working Conditions Survey, it is time to unpack that data to improve your school culture. In this session we will analyze your TWCS results, identify strengths & weaknesses, and use A.I. to offer suggestions on how to improve teacher perception and create a strong school culture where staff want to be.
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Jordan Caldwell

Northwest DTL Consultant, NCDPI
Jordan has worked in public education for 15 years; previously serving as a district level Instructional Technology Specialist, an elementary Digital Learning Facilitator, and high school social studies teacher. Jordan currently serves as the Northwest Digital Teaching and Learning... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 20
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Tech Story: Purposeful Screentime
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 35
Limited Capacity seats available
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The conversation about screens in schools usually gets stuck on the wrong question: how much is too much? This interactive 60-minute session for district and principal leaders offers a better one that is grounded in research.  We will look at the real difference between active and passive screen use, and a grade-band approach to gradually releasing responsibility to students as they grow....
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Matthew Mayo

Director, NCDPI
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Ashley McBride

Digital Learning Initiative Consultant, NCDPI
Dr. Ashley McBride is the Digital Learning Initiative Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support PSUs and schools with their understanding and implementation of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. You can reach out to Ashley... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 35
  Leadership   Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

Messenger With Voice
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 10
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session introduces Messenger 2.0, the built-in communication tool within Infinite Campus, and how it can be leveraged to streamline school-to-home communication. Participants will explore how districts and schools can set up and manage messaging for students, staff, and families using real-time data, customizable groups, and multiple delivery methods including email, voice, and text....
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 10
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Transcript Grades
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 13
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course, scoring, and credit information, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer, summer, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Sara Isaacs

SIS Coordinator, Watauga County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Room 13
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

9:00am EDT

(Workshop) The Instructional Sweet Spot: A Power Trio That Drives Student Growth
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 17
Limited Capacity seats available
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Ready to hit the instructional sweet spot? In this hands-on, high-energy session, we will dive into the power trio. Differentiation, formative assessment, and feedback. You will experience simple, classroom-ready strategies that help you respond to student needs in real time, not after the lesson is over. Better yet, you will build your own tools during the session, including quick-check...
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Lauren Boucher

Consultant, NCDPI

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 17
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

9:00am EDT

(Workshop) NCEES Simplified: Managing the Professional Learning Interface for Office Administrators
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 33
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session is designed to support NCEES Professional Learning Office Administrators in effectively managing their local NCEES PD Office. Participants will get an in-depth walkthrough of the NCEES PD interface, gaining the practical skills needed to efficiently build, track, and streamline local professional learning opportunities. Target Audience: NCEES PD OFFICE Administrators
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Donna Currie

NCEES and OER Product Manager, NCDPI
Donna Currie is the NCEES and OER Product Manager at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). With more than 28 years of experience in education, she has held various roles, including Digital Subscription and Technology Analyst, Teacher, Instructional Technology... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 33
  Leadership

9:00am EDT

How to Build SQL-Based Data Validation Reports (Workshop)
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 11
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course teaches participants how to create SQL queries for Infinite Campus Data Validation Reports. Participants will learn how to design and manage validation rules and rule groups to identify data errors, improve data quality, and support accurate and reliable reporting. (Advanced)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Tim MacArthur

Director of Student Information and Reporting, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 11
  SIS Coordinator

9:00am EDT

Data Validation (Workshop)
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 1
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides an overview of NCSIS data validation processes with a focus on ensuring accurate and complete data reporting for the school year. Participants will explore key validation reports across areas such as enrollment, attendance, scheduling, grades, programs, and discipline, and learn how to use these tools proactively throughout the year to maintain data integrity....
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NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Tamara Dillard

Student Information System District Coordinator, Caldwell County Schools
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 1
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

9:00am EDT

Program Entry (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course provides a comprehensive overview of how to enter, manage, and review student program data within Infinite Campus for North Carolina State and Federal reporting. Participants will learn standardized processes for program entry, including start and end date requirements, use of flags, and handling multiple program records. (Basic-Intermediate)
NCBOLD Ambassadors
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Tara Pierce

District Lead SIS & Instructional Technology Facilitator, Richmond County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 9:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 2
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Attendance
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 8
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance, complete daily attendance processing, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling, understanding attendance...
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Nicole E Ballance

Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Nicole is a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant and has been working at NCDPI since January 2024. She holds a bachelor's in Electronics & Computer Technology from the North Carolina A&T State University, a master's in Occupational Safety from East Carolina University, and... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 8
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Campus Payments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 13
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts, configure payment methods, create and manage fund accounts, and utilize reporting tools such as payment, deposit, and fee audit reports....
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Sara Isaacs

SIS Coordinator, Watauga County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 13
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Common Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 9
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve, filter, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)

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Brian Jones

Executive Director of SAIS, Cumberland County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 9
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

End of Term Grades
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 6
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool, managing grading windows, posting and reviewing grades, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment & Information Systems, Johnston County Public Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 6
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 7
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students, manage transfers, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices, required documentation, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 7
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters, Walk-In Scheduling
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 5
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how...
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Dustin Cherry

Specialist, Moore County
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 5
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Modifying Households
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 3
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus, including viewing, verifying, and modifying household memberships, relationships, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues, such as missing guardians, duplicate households, and incomplete addresses, using system tools...
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Nicole Reyes

SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 3
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

OLR Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 12
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus, focusing on how to review applications, link existing records, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient, error-free processing. (Advanced)
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Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools
I am currently serving as the Student Information System Trainer for Cumberland County Schools, bringing 20 years of dedicated service to the district. Over the course of my career, I have spent 13 years as a School Data Manager, 3 years as a Support Specialist for the Student Information... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 12
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Start of School
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 4
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup, student enrollment, scheduling and roster management, no-show procedures, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Lisa Baggs

SIS Director, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 4
  Data Manager

10:00am EDT

Campus Workflow (Hall Pass)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 14
Limited Capacity seats available
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Learn how to replace paper hall passes and manual attendance processes with a streamlined digital system using Infinite Campus. This session covers setup, workflows, and best practices for managing student movement, improving data accuracy, and increasing staff visibility. Ideal for school teams looking to save time, reduce errors, and modernize operations. (Advanced)
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Lindsay Ginn

Duplin County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 14
  Data Manager   SIS Coordinator

10:00am EDT

âś„ Improving Digital Wellness While Cutting Out the Clutter
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
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Feeling overwhelmed by constant notifications, endless tabs, and digital overload? Explore practical, classroom-ready strategies to improve digital wellness while cutting out the clutter. Learn how to set healthy boundaries with technology, model mindful tech use for students and others, and reduce burnout without sacrificing productivity. Walk away with simple tools and ready-to-use ideas to help...
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Brian Whitson

Piedmont-Triad Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Brian Whitson is a digital teaching and learning consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, specializing in AI literacy, instructional technology, and innovative learning design. He works with educators and school leaders to create engaging, student-centered... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

AI Literacy to Fluency for Secondary Teachers
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 22
Limited Capacity seats available
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TBD
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Ira Hyde

Assistant Technology Director, Haywood County Schools
I have been teaching for 24 years.  I spent the first 19 years at Junaluska Elementary School teaching grades 3-5.  The last 9 of those years I was the media coordinator.  I am currently the Instructional Technology Facilitator for Haywood County Schools.  I serve all 15 schools... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 22
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Beyond the Basics: Elevating Your LMS Usage in Infinite Campus
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 15
Limited Capacity seats available
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Explore all available quiz question types for dynamic assessments and unlock the power of the Curriculum Library to share your resources with district colleagues by creating folders and adding content. We'll also peek at importing/embedding content and the possibilities with LTIs. Share your "Glows" (tips) and "Grows" (suggestions) to help Infinite Campus improve.
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Stacy Lovdahl

Western Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Stacy Lovdahl has 24 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is an AI literacy trainer, the Western DTL Consultant for NCDPI, an Instructional Technology Facilitator and a formal middle school science teacher. Stacy has coached teachers and facilitated... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 15
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Breaking Barriers: Designing Inclusive Experiences that Empower Every Learner
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 24
Limited Capacity seats available
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Some students enter our classrooms already facing barriers. Without realizing it, are we adding more? In this engaging and eye-opening session, you will experience the difference access makes through hands-on challenges designed to shift perspective. Explore how small changes in design, mindset, and materials can create powerful opportunities for all learners. Discover how stories can build...
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Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 24
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Connected by Design → Digital Literacy, Systems, and Shared Responsibility
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 19
Limited Capacity seats available
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Digital literacy and digital citizenship are required in North Carolina schools but responsibility for this work is often fragmented across roles. Librarians, digital learning coaches, technology leaders, and administrators all play a part, yet systems, policies, and instruction don’t always align. Let’s explore how digital literacy lives at the intersection of instruction, policy, and...
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Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning
Mollee Holloman is currently serving as the School Library Education Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in the division of Digital Learning & School Connectivity. A steward of stories and curator of worldly experiences using text + tech, she's driven to... Read More →
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Sabrina Steigelman

State E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 19
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

DLMI Focus Group
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 20
Limited Capacity seats available
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The purpose of this group is to Partner with the field to gather input on DLMI items, discuss Potential DLMI data-sharing practices, identify opportunities for enhancement and improvement.
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Heather Pennica

NCDPI DL & SC Section Chief, NCDPI
Heather Pennica serves as a Section Chief for the NC Dept. of Public Instruction with the Digital Learning & School Connectivity Division. She joined this team after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over... Read More →
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Jordan Caldwell

Northwest DTL Consultant, NCDPI
Jordan has worked in public education for 15 years; previously serving as a district level Instructional Technology Specialist, an elementary Digital Learning Facilitator, and high school social studies teacher. Jordan currently serves as the Northwest Digital Teaching and Learning... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 20
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Don’t Judge a Book by Its Pictures: Unlocking Picture Book Power in Secondary Learning
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 30
Limited Capacity seats available
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Picture books aren’t just for young readers. They are powerful, versatile tools for secondary classrooms. This session explores how educators can use picture books to introduce complex themes, support content standards, and engage diverse learners. Participants will discover strategies for integrating picture books across subject areas and through teacher–librarian collaborations to enhance...
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Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School
With more than 20 years in education, spanning middle school, community college, and now as a high school media coordinator, I am deeply committed to inclusion, community partnership, and building student leaders. With a background in English and Creative Writing, I thrive in spaces... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 30
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Houston, We Have a Toolkit! Inspiring Classrooms with Space Exploration and FREE NASA Resources
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 25
Limited Capacity seats available
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Blast off into a hands-on exploration of free NASA resources designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and authentic learning across grade levels and content areas. In this interactive session, participants will take part in a “Choose Your Mission” experience, selecting from a variety of exploration stations featuring engineering challenges, citizen science, multimedia storytelling, coding...
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Colleen Graham

Educational Technology Specialist, Wayne County Public Schools
As an Educational Technology Specialist and district lead for media coordinators, I am passionate about transforming teaching and learning through emerging technologies and responsible AI integration. With a strong foundation in instructional leadership, library science, and innovation... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 25
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Little Learners, Big Thinking: Teaching AI Literacy in K–5
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 27
Limited Capacity seats available
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Discover what AI literacy looks like in K–5 classrooms beyond chatbots and screen time. This interactive session explores developmentally appropriate ways to help elementary students think critically about artificial intelligence, recognize patterns, question digital content, and become responsible digital citizens. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and explore practical,...
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Jerri Sydes

Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools
I have proudly served the students of Onslow County for 23 years as a middle school Math teacher and currently as a Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator. I am a native of southeastern NC and an alumni of East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 27
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Lost in Translation: Accessibility Tech Tools to Support All Learners
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 28
Limited Capacity seats available
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Every classroom includes students who need extra support—whether they are multilingual learners, exceptional children, or students with accessibility challenges. This session shows you how to use the tools you already have—Canvas, Safari, Chrome, MS PowerPoint, ChatGPT, and more—to provide translation, text-to-speech, and adaptive access to content. Discover practical strategies to deliver...
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Sharon Beck

Rowan-Salisbury Schools
I bring 28 years of teaching experience across science education and instructional technology. I taught Chemistry I, II, and AP Chemistry in a rural district for 15 years before teaching physical science, biology, and earth science for nearly 10 years at an urban alternative high... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 28
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Once Upon a Story: Utilizing Gemini Storybook to Customize Stories
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 18
Limited Capacity seats available
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Through Gemini Storybook, teachers reimagine standards as engaging, student-centered stories that adapt to diverse learning profiles. Each tale is thoughtfully crafted with multiple entry points, rich vocabulary supports, and personalized pathways, allowing students with varying abilities, language needs, and learning styles to access grade-level content with confidence.
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Lindsey Sipe

Southwest Regional Consultant, NC DPI
Lindsey Sipe brings over 18 years of expertise in digital teaching and learning, beginning her career as an elementary school teacher before moving into a leadership role at the district office for one of the largest urban school districts in the nation. Currently serving in the role... Read More →
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Jen Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI
Jennifer served as a public educator for 29 years, holding roles such as teacher, instructional coach, and professional development facilitator. In 2023, Jennifer joined the NCDPI as an Innovative Learning Catalyst, and now serves as the North Central DTL Consultant. Her dedication... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 18
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Press Start: Gamifying Your Math Instruction
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 26
Limited Capacity seats available
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It's time to level up! In this hands-on professional development session, teachers in grades K–8 will explore the power of game-based learning to create engaging, meaningful mathematical experiences for students. Participants will walk away with a ready-to-use resource backpack to get started right away, plus dedicated time to design their own math games and stations — powered by AI tools that...
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Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School
With over 20 years in middle school education, I've worn a lot of hats — ELA and social studies teacher, instructional technology facilitator, and now media coordinator. I believe strongly in inquiry-based and self-directed learning, and that getting students hands-on with their... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 26
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Pump Up the Volume: Disrupting the 'Quiet Classroom' for Deep Cognitive Growth
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 31
Limited Capacity seats available
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For decades, the “quiet classroom” was seen as the hallmark of effective management, but in today’s learning environment, silence can be a trap that hides student understanding and limits growth. This session is an invitation to Pump Up the Volume, shifting from silent compliance to rich, student-driven academic discourse across all grade levels. In this session you will explore the...
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Gladys Johnson

Innovation and Strategic Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 31
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

The Prompt Lab: Reverse Engineering Your AI
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 23
Limited Capacity seats available
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Ready to move beyond basic AI prompting? In this fast-paced, interactive session, educators will reverse-engineer AI outputs, explore advanced prompting strategies, and discover how context, rationale, and reusable prompt frameworks can transform AI into a powerful thinking partner. Expect energy, collaboration, and plenty of “Wait... AI can do THAT?!” moments as you leave with ready-to-use...
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Alicia Ray

Project Lead The Way Teacher, Central Middle School
Alicia Ray is a veteran educator of 20 years from North Carolina. She has taught PreK-8th grade students in the classroom and in the school library. She loves teaching Project Lead The Way (PLTW) at Central Middle School in Surry County, NC. She was a finalist in the 2024 MagicSchoolAI... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 23
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

The Teacher Effect: Leading Beyond Your Room
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 29
Limited Capacity seats available
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Leadership doesn’t require a title. In this interactive session, participants will explore practical ways to lead through relationships, consistency, innovation, and influence. Walk away with simple strategies to strengthen school culture, inspire others, and make a lasting impact every day.
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David Madigan

High School Visual Arts and AP Art History Teacher, Pitt County Schools
I have been teaching high school visual arts and art history for 18 years. I am married with 4 awesome children.  In, my free time, I enjoy camping, traveling, building, and cooking.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 29
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

10:00am EDT

Preparing Students for Social Media and AI in a Digital World
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 35
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session explores student-focused micro-credential pathways designed to build digital literacy, online safety, AI literacy, and social-emotional wellness skills aligned to North Carolina House Bill 959. Participants will examine how students develop and demonstrate skills related to responsible social media and AI use, misinformation detection, personal security, ethical technology use,...
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Ashley McBride

Digital Learning Initiative Consultant, NCDPI
Dr. Ashley McBride is the Digital Learning Initiative Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support PSUs and schools with their understanding and implementation of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. You can reach out to Ashley... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 35
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

10:00am EDT

Turning Data into Action with Schoolnet
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 34
Limited Capacity seats available
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Dive into Schoolnet’s powerful data tools as we explore the full range of available reports and what they reveal about student learning. In this session, teachers will learn how to interpret data effectively and use insights from reports to make informed instructional decisions that drive student success.
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Rebecca Stokes

Instructional Improvement Consultant, NCDPI
Rebecca works at DPI as a Professional Development Specialist and Product manager for Schoolnet.  She has been in education for 17 years serving as a Classroom Teacher, Digital Literacy Coach, and Instructional Technology Facilitator.  Rebecca is passionate about helping classroom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 34
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

10:00am EDT

Infinite Campus: Navigation and Reports for Admins
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 16
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will guide administrators through some basic navigation tips and generating and utilizing key reports. Learn how to efficiently access, customize, and analyze reports to support school operations, compliance, and student success. This session will also share information about tools other staff in your building will be using as well as utilizing the WriteBack extension with...
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Brandy Moody

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Burke County Public Schools
I’m an Instructional Technology Facilitator (ITF) with 22 years of experience in education. I’m passionate about integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning, and I enjoy supporting educators in creating engaging, innovative classrooms. My expertise lies in bridging... Read More →
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Erin Wolfhope

Educator on Loan - NCSIS Educator Support, Burke County Public Schools
Erin is an experienced public school educator that strives to build connections through relationships in order to lead meaningful learning experiences. She's a wife, mom, and doctoral student. She's a curious introvert that loves to talk about books. Erin is an Educator on Loan to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 16
  Leadership

10:00am EDT

Campus Analytics (Early Warning and Insights)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 10
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course equips educators, administrators, and data teams with the skills to proactively identify and support at-risk students using Infinite Campus Analytics. Participants will learn how to leverage Early Warning indicators and actionable insights to drive timely interventions, improve student outcomes, and strengthen data-informed decision-making across their organization. (Advanced)
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Karen Jimeson

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Karen serves as an SIS Professional Learning Consultant within the Office of Enterprise Data and Reporting at the NC Department of Public Instruction. With 16 years of dedicated SIS experience, Karen supports North Carolina’s Data Managers and SIS Coordinators by making complex... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:00am - 10:55am EDT
Room 10
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

11:00am EDT

Lunch 1
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Cafeteria
Limited Capacity seats available
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Cafeteria

11:00am EDT

Attendance
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 8
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance, complete daily attendance processing, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling, understanding attendance...
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Nicole E Ballance

Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Nicole is a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant and has been working at NCDPI since January 2024. She holds a bachelor's in Electronics & Computer Technology from the North Carolina A&T State University, a master's in Occupational Safety from East Carolina University, and... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 8
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

Attendance Letter Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 7
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3, 6, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up, generate, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communication with parents and guardians.


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Erin Foil

SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 7
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

Campus Payments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 13
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts, configure payment methods, create and manage fund accounts, and utilize reporting tools such as payment, deposit, and fee audit reports....
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Sara Isaacs

SIS Coordinator, Watauga County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 13
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

End Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 1
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates, end actions, and local end statuses, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Tamara Dillard

Student Information System District Coordinator, Caldwell County Schools
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 1
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters, Walk-In Scheduling
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 5
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how...
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Dustin Cherry

Specialist, Moore County
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 5
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

Transcript Grades
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 2
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course, scoring, and credit information, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer, summer, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Tara Pierce

District Lead SIS & Instructional Technology Facilitator, Richmond County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 2
  Data Manager

11:00am EDT

ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 24
Limited Capacity seats available
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In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for...
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Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 24
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 27
Limited Capacity seats available
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What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious, most distracted, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — an immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this session, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. How, you ask? By experiencing the...
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Jerri Sydes

Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools
I have proudly served the students of Onslow County for 23 years as a middle school Math teacher and currently as a Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator. I am a native of southeastern NC and an alumni of East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 27
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Connect Students with ConnectED Resources
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 20
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will demonstrate the resources and content available within NCEDConnect. Participants will engage with the resources, find content, and generate ideas for use. Sometimes, lesson planning can be overwhelming! We'll combat these feelings with excellent available resources and lesson frames you can use over and over, just by swapping the content. This ensures your students are doing the...
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Erin Wolfhope

Educator on Loan - NCSIS Educator Support, Burke County Public Schools
Erin is an experienced public school educator that strives to build connections through relationships in order to lead meaningful learning experiences. She's a wife, mom, and doctoral student. She's a curious introvert that loves to talk about books. Erin is an Educator on Loan to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 20
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Ctrl+Alt+Compassion
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 26
Limited Capacity seats available
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You know the moment. A student slides a soaking wet Chromebook across your desk. A book comes back in pieces — or doesn't come back at all. Your checkout system is a disaster, your fines list is a mile long, and somewhere in the back of your brain, a little voice is screaming. But what if that damaged device or missing novel is telling you something more important than "this kid owes me $47"?...
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Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School
With over 20 years in middle school education, I've worn a lot of hats — ELA and social studies teacher, instructional technology facilitator, and now media coordinator. I believe strongly in inquiry-based and self-directed learning, and that getting students hands-on with their... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 26
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Engagement & High Leverage Practices
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 15
Limited Capacity seats available
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AI can generate answers—but it can’t replace intentional teaching. This session explores how high-leverage practices and research-based strategies from Robert J. Marzano can be used to design engaging, standards-aligned learning experiences in AI-rich classrooms. Participants will walk away with practical ways to increase student thinking, strengthen feedback, and maintain rigor while...
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Lauren Boucher

Consultant, NCDPI

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Stacy Lovdahl

Western Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Stacy Lovdahl has 24 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is an AI literacy trainer, the Western DTL Consultant for NCDPI, an Instructional Technology Facilitator and a formal middle school science teacher. Stacy has coached teachers and facilitated... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 15
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
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Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning, collaboration, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
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Brandy Moody

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Burke County Public Schools
I’m an Instructional Technology Facilitator (ITF) with 22 years of experience in education. I’m passionate about integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning, and I enjoy supporting educators in creating engaging, innovative classrooms. My expertise lies in bridging... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI, Not Instead of AI
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 23
Limited Capacity seats available
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Generative AI is transforming the workforce—but education’s goal isn’t to replace thinking; it’s to strengthen it. In this session, discover how to use AI as a tool for deeper thinking, not shortcuts. Explore essential workforce skills like critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and AI collaboration, along with practical classroom strategies. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas to help...
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Alicia Ray

Project Lead The Way Teacher, Central Middle School
Alicia Ray is a veteran educator of 20 years from North Carolina. She has taught PreK-8th grade students in the classroom and in the school library. She loves teaching Project Lead The Way (PLTW) at Central Middle School in Surry County, NC. She was a finalist in the 2024 MagicSchoolAI... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 23
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 22
Limited Capacity seats available
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Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session, we will explore two powerful, free tools from Google: Gemini, your creative brainstorming partner, and NotebookLM, your...
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Ira Hyde

Assistant Technology Director, Haywood County Schools
I have been teaching for 24 years.  I spent the first 19 years at Junaluska Elementary School teaching grades 3-5.  The last 9 of those years I was the media coordinator.  I am currently the Instructional Technology Facilitator for Haywood County Schools.  I serve all 15 schools... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 22
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

11:00am EDT

Accessible Canvas, Empowered Learners
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 34
Limited Capacity seats available
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Learn how to create, edit, and enhance Canvas course content and templates to ensure accessibility for all learners. In this hands-on session, teachers will explore practical strategies and tools that promote inclusive, engaging, and equitable learning experiences for every student.
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Rebecca Stokes

Instructional Improvement Consultant, NCDPI
Rebecca works at DPI as a Professional Development Specialist and Product manager for Schoolnet.  She has been in education for 17 years serving as a Classroom Teacher, Digital Literacy Coach, and Instructional Technology Facilitator.  Rebecca is passionate about helping classroom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 34
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

11:00am EDT

What School is For: Same Mission, New Terrain
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 18
Limited Capacity seats available
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The purpose of school has not changed. For 2,500 years, the mission has been the same: prepare people to think, engage, and contribute to the society they live in. AI doesn't change that; it confirms it. As the jobs we prepare students for change faster than our curriculum can follow, the human development at the heart of that mission matters more than ever. This session is about leading from that...
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Meredith Hill

Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Meredith Ward Hill, Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, is a former district media specialist, school librarian, and reading specialist. National Board and CETL certified, she champions AI literacy, intellectual freedom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 18
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

11:00am EDT

NCEES Ready: Streamlining Beginning of Year System Management for District and Site Administrators
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 33
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session equips NCEES District and Site Administrators with the tools and strategies needed to ensure your district is NCEES Ready for a smooth system rollout at the start of the year. We will break down how backend data, such as payroll, Staff UID, and budget codes, impacts system access and provide clear guidance on assigning plans and access rights to plan evaluation plans. Participants...
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Donna Currie

NCEES and OER Product Manager, NCDPI
Donna Currie is the NCEES and OER Product Manager at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). With more than 28 years of experience in education, she has held various roles, including Digital Subscription and Technology Analyst, Teacher, Instructional Technology... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 33
  Leadership

11:00am EDT

Advanced Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 9
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will focus on increasing advanced ad hoc reporting skills. Advanced users will explore best practices in utilizing NCSIS ad hoc reporting tools for efficient data retrieval, filtering, and building customizable reports to support strategic decisions and dynamic, real-time data needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Brian Jones

Executive Director of SAIS, Cumberland County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 11:00am - 11:55am EDT
Room 9
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

Lunch 2
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Cafeteria
Limited Capacity seats available
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Cafeteria

12:00pm EDT

Canned NCSIS Reports
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 4
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information, attendance, behavior, census, grading, scheduling, and fees—and learn how to access, generate, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Lisa Baggs

SIS Director, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 4
  Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

Common Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 3
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve, filter, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Nicole Reyes

SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 3
  Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

End of Term Grades
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 6
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool, managing grading windows, posting and reviewing grades, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment & Information Systems, Johnston County Public Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 6
  Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 11
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students, manage transfers, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices, required documentation, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Tim MacArthur

Director of Student Information and Reporting, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 11
  Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

OLR Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 12
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus, focusing on how to review applications, link existing records, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient, error-free processing. (Advanced)
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Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools
I am currently serving as the Student Information System Trainer for Cumberland County Schools, bringing 20 years of dedicated service to the district. Over the course of my career, I have spent 13 years as a School Data Manager, 3 years as a Support Specialist for the Student Information... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 12
  Data Manager

12:00pm EDT

Campus Workflow (Attendance)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 14
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides an overview of the Attendance Workflow in Infinite Campus, focusing on how schools can efficiently track and manage student attendance using scanning tools and automated processes. Participants will explore key features such as Check In/Out, kiosks, teacher and classroom scanners, badge design, and absence request management. The course also highlights essential setup...
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Lindsay Ginn

Duplin County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 14
  Data Manager   SIS Coordinator

12:00pm EDT

AI Tools for Differentiation
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 32
Limited Capacity seats available
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How do you know which AI tool will be the one to meet your need for differentiation? In this session, participants will take a tool-by-tool look at four free AI tools. With each tool, “pro tips” for use, as well as real world use cases, will be shared in how this tool can leverage the power of AI to differentiate and/ or personalize learning for students. Time will be provided to experiment...
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Katie Bogle

Instructional Coach
Katie Bogle is a veteran educator, having served in North Carolina public schools for 30 years.  Retired from full time teaching in 2026, she now serves as an educational consultant and instructional coach, helping K-12 educators enhance their teaching practices. She is a self-described... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 32
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 25
Limited Capacity seats available
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As AI tools become more common in classrooms, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic, multimedia projects that promote creativity, critical thinking, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry, problem-solving, and...
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Colleen Graham

Educational Technology Specialist, Wayne County Public Schools
As an Educational Technology Specialist and district lead for media coordinators, I am passionate about transforming teaching and learning through emerging technologies and responsible AI integration. With a strong foundation in instructional leadership, library science, and innovation... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 25
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 28
Limited Capacity seats available
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Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested, engaged, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles, riddles, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants...
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Sharon Beck

Rowan-Salisbury Schools
I bring 28 years of teaching experience across science education and instructional technology. I taught Chemistry I, II, and AP Chemistry in a rural district for 15 years before teaching physical science, biology, and earth science for nearly 10 years at an urban alternative high... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 28
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

From Checked Out to All In
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 29
Limited Capacity seats available
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How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session, explore six simple, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical, realistic, and ready for day one.
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David Madigan

High School Visual Arts and AP Art History Teacher, Pitt County Schools
I have been teaching high school visual arts and art history for 18 years. I am married with 4 awesome children.  In, my free time, I enjoy camping, traveling, building, and cooking.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 29
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

Lunch Time LIT Circle: Libraries, Literacy, and Life Beyond the Screen
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 19
Limited Capacity seats available
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Back by request, the Lunch Time LIT Circle is an informal, bring-your-lunch conversation—no presentation, just dialogue. This year’s focus explores how school librarians and educators support screen balance, healthy digital habits, and sustained attention in today’s learning environments. From managing device use and fostering focus to creating space for deep reading and offline engagement,...
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Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning
Mollee Holloman is currently serving as the School Library Education Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in the division of Digital Learning & School Connectivity. A steward of stories and curator of worldly experiences using text + tech, she's driven to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 19
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 30
Limited Capacity seats available
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Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments, allowing for an authentic, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research, express ideas, and...
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Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School
With more than 20 years in education, spanning middle school, community college, and now as a high school media coordinator, I am deeply committed to inclusion, community partnership, and building student leaders. With a background in English and Creative Writing, I thrive in spaces... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 30
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

The Coaching Architect: Building Teacher Capacity versus Dependence
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 31
Limited Capacity seats available
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Every great coach has felt the frustration of the "Knowing-Doing Gap," that structural disconnect where professional learning collapses before it reaches the classroom. It is easy for coaches to act as an "Emergency Repair Crew," exerting influence by installing temporary fixes, offering advice, or rescuing a tech glitch. However, true impact is measured by the engineered structural integrity of...
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Gladys Johnson

Innovation and Strategic Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 31
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

WCAG Ready: Practical Digital Accessibility for School Systems
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 35
Limited Capacity seats available
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What does digital accessibility mean for the everyday work of the school system staff? This practical session will provide a plain-language overview of the ADA Title II digital accessibility rule, the WCAG 2.1 AA standards, and common barriers found in school-created digital content. Participants will examine examples from Google Docs, Slides, Forms, links, images, videos, PDFs, and shared...
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Josh Barton

IDEA Consultant for Assistive Technology, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 35
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

12:00pm EDT

🌊 Vibes to Variables: Deepen Scientific Modeling Through Vibe Coding
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
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Use Vibe Coding to experience how learners can simulate phenomena that are difficult to observe directly such as ecosystems, motion, or energy transfer while focusing on relationships between variables and systems. Participants will engage in hands-on modeling tasks that emphasize iteration, prediction, and sensemaking. Discover how coding-based models can move beyond static worksheets to create...
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Brian Whitson

Piedmont-Triad Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Brian Whitson is a digital teaching and learning consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, specializing in AI literacy, instructional technology, and innovative learning design. He works with educators and school leaders to create engaging, student-centered... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:55pm EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Attendance
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 8
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance, complete daily attendance processing, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling, understanding attendance...
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Nicole E Ballance

Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Nicole is a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant and has been working at NCDPI since January 2024. She holds a bachelor's in Electronics & Computer Technology from the North Carolina A&T State University, a master's in Occupational Safety from East Carolina University, and... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 8
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Campus Payments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 13
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a practical overview of campus payment management, guiding participants through the essential steps to successfully set up and manage financial operations within their school or district. Attendees will learn how to establish bank accounts, configure payment methods, create and manage fund accounts, and utilize reporting tools such as payment, deposit, and fee audit reports....
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Sara Isaacs

SIS Coordinator, Watauga County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 13
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

End Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 12
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides a focused overview of End Enrollment processes. Participants will learn how to accurately finalize student enrollments by applying appropriate end dates, end actions, and local end statuses, while ensuring alignment with state reporting and data integrity requirements. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools
I am currently serving as the Student Information System Trainer for Cumberland County Schools, bringing 20 years of dedicated service to the district. Over the course of my career, I have spent 13 years as a School Data Manager, 3 years as a Support Specialist for the Student Information... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 12
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

End of Term Grades
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 6
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session is designed to support participants learning about the end of term grading process focused on using the grades tool, managing grading windows, posting and reviewing grades, and printing report cards. The session will also review the process for posting final grades to transcripts at the end of the semester and school year. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment & Information Systems, Johnston County Public Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 6
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

General Scheduling; Requests & Rosters, Walk-In Scheduling
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 5
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This course introduces the essential tools in Infinite Campus used to build and manage student schedules: Requests & Rosters and the Walk-In Scheduler. Participants will learn how to create and manage course requests for groups of students using Requests & Rosters, as well as how to schedule and adjust individual student requests in real time with the Walk-In Scheduler. The session highlights how...
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Dustin Cherry

Specialist, Moore County
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 5
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Modifying Households
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 3
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus, including viewing, verifying, and modifying household memberships, relationships, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues, such as missing guardians, duplicate households, and incomplete addresses, using system tools...
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Nicole Reyes

SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 3
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Start of School
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 4
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup, student enrollment, scheduling and roster management, no-show procedures, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Lisa Baggs

SIS Director, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 4
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Campus Workflow (Hall Pass)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 14
Limited Capacity seats available
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Learn how to replace paper hall passes and manual attendance processes with a streamlined digital system using Infinite Campus. This session covers setup, workflows, and best practices for managing student movement, improving data accuracy, and increasing staff visibility. Ideal for school teams looking to save time, reduce errors, and modernize operations. (Advanced)
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Lindsay Ginn

Duplin County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 14
  Data Manager   SIS Coordinator

1:00pm EDT

AI-Assisted PBL - Localizing Learning for NC Students and Standards
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 17
Limited Capacity seats available
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Get ready to revolutionize how you design learning experiences! This session introduces a custom-built GPT designed to help North Carolina educators create engaging Project-Based Learning (PBL) experiences for their students. We'll show you how this AI tool can swiftly generate mini PBL units that are not only tightly aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study but also connect students to...
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Stacy Lovdahl

Western Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Stacy Lovdahl has 24 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is an AI literacy trainer, the Western DTL Consultant for NCDPI, an Instructional Technology Facilitator and a formal middle school science teacher. Stacy has coached teachers and facilitated... Read More →
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Jen Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI
Jennifer served as a public educator for 29 years, holding roles such as teacher, instructional coach, and professional development facilitator. In 2023, Jennifer joined the NCDPI as an Innovative Learning Catalyst, and now serves as the North Central DTL Consultant. Her dedication... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 17
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Beyond the Shortcut: Designing Rigorous Learning That Students Actually Want to Do
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 32
Limited Capacity seats available
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Tired of “checked out” students who refuse to work, students looking for AI shortcuts, or activities that feel busy but lack deep learning? You aren’t alone! Come to this high-energy, "educator-as-student" session where we consider what rigor actually looks like— accessible but challenging tasks for ALL learners. We will dive into high-yield strategies that move students from "doing the...
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Katie Bogle

Instructional Coach
Katie Bogle is a veteran educator, having served in North Carolina public schools for 30 years.  Retired from full time teaching in 2026, she now serves as an educational consultant and instructional coach, helping K-12 educators enhance their teaching practices. She is a self-described... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 32
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Breaking Barriers: Designing Inclusive Experiences that Empower Every Learner
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 24
Limited Capacity seats available
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Some students enter our classrooms already facing barriers. Without realizing it, are we adding more? In this engaging and eye-opening session, you will experience the difference access makes through hands-on challenges designed to shift perspective. Explore how small changes in design, mindset, and materials can create powerful opportunities for all learners. Discover how stories can build...
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Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 24
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Connect Students with ConnectED Resources
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 20
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will demonstrate the resources and content available within NCEDConnect. Participants will engage with the resources, find content, and generate ideas for use. Sometimes, lesson planning can be overwhelming! We'll combat these feelings with excellent available resources and lesson frames you can use over and over, just by swapping the content. This ensures your students are doing the...
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Erin Wolfhope

Educator on Loan - NCSIS Educator Support, Burke County Public Schools
Erin is an experienced public school educator that strives to build connections through relationships in order to lead meaningful learning experiences. She's a wife, mom, and doctoral student. She's a curious introvert that loves to talk about books. Erin is an Educator on Loan to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 20
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Don’t Judge a Book by Its Pictures: Unlocking Picture Book Power in Secondary Learning
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 30
Limited Capacity seats available
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Picture books aren’t just for young readers. They are powerful, versatile tools for secondary classrooms. This session explores how educators can use picture books to introduce complex themes, support content standards, and engage diverse learners. Participants will discover strategies for integrating picture books across subject areas and through teacher–librarian collaborations to enhance...
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Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School
With more than 20 years in education, spanning middle school, community college, and now as a high school media coordinator, I am deeply committed to inclusion, community partnership, and building student leaders. With a background in English and Creative Writing, I thrive in spaces... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 30
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Finding the Balance: When to Use Technology (and When Not To)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
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Technology can enhance learning but overuse can overwhelm students and teachers. This session introduces a practical framework for balancing technology with hands-on learning, collaboration, and direct instruction. Participants will analyze real classroom lessons and redesign them using a balanced instructional approach.
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Brandy Moody

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Burke County Public Schools
I’m an Instructional Technology Facilitator (ITF) with 22 years of experience in education. I’m passionate about integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning, and I enjoy supporting educators in creating engaging, innovative classrooms. My expertise lies in bridging... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Houston, We Have a Toolkit! Inspiring Classrooms with Space Exploration and FREE NASA Resources
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 25
Limited Capacity seats available
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Blast off into a hands-on exploration of free NASA resources designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and authentic learning across grade levels and content areas. In this interactive session, participants will take part in a “Choose Your Mission” experience, selecting from a variety of exploration stations featuring engineering challenges, citizen science, multimedia storytelling, coding...
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Colleen Graham

Educational Technology Specialist, Wayne County Public Schools
As an Educational Technology Specialist and district lead for media coordinators, I am passionate about transforming teaching and learning through emerging technologies and responsible AI integration. With a strong foundation in instructional leadership, library science, and innovation... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 25
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Infinite Campus Unlocked: Leveraging Teacher Reports
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 15
Limited Capacity seats available
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In this session, we will focus on how to access and create reports to support instruction and student achievement. You will learn how to generate reports to meet your classroom needs and explore resources to help you customize Infinite Campus reports.
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Jordan Caldwell

Northwest DTL Consultant, NCDPI
Jordan has worked in public education for 15 years; previously serving as a district level Instructional Technology Specialist, an elementary Digital Learning Facilitator, and high school social studies teacher. Jordan currently serves as the Northwest Digital Teaching and Learning... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 15
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Level up your Gradebook: Tools in Infinite Campus
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 16
Limited Capacity seats available
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Take your Infinite Campus Gradebook skills to the next level! This session goes beyond simply adding assignments, helping teachers explore tools to streamline grading, analyze student performance, and customize their gradebook for efficiency. Learn how to utilize features like section groups, categories, score analysis, student groups, and more to enhance feedback and student tracking. Whether...
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Brian Whitson

Piedmont-Triad Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Brian Whitson is a digital teaching and learning consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, specializing in AI literacy, instructional technology, and innovative learning design. He works with educators and school leaders to create engaging, student-centered... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 16
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Little Learners, Big Thinking: Teaching AI Literacy in K–5
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 27
Limited Capacity seats available
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Discover what AI literacy looks like in K–5 classrooms beyond chatbots and screen time. This interactive session explores developmentally appropriate ways to help elementary students think critically about artificial intelligence, recognize patterns, question digital content, and become responsible digital citizens. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and explore practical,...
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Jerri Sydes

Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools
I have proudly served the students of Onslow County for 23 years as a middle school Math teacher and currently as a Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator. I am a native of southeastern NC and an alumni of East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 27
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Lost in Translation: Accessibility Tech Tools to Support All Learners
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 28
Limited Capacity seats available
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Every classroom includes students who need extra support—whether they are multilingual learners, exceptional children, or students with accessibility challenges. This session shows you how to use the tools you already have—Canvas, Safari, Chrome, MS PowerPoint, ChatGPT, and more—to provide translation, text-to-speech, and adaptive access to content. Discover practical strategies to deliver...
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Sharon Beck

Rowan-Salisbury Schools
I bring 28 years of teaching experience across science education and instructional technology. I taught Chemistry I, II, and AP Chemistry in a rural district for 15 years before teaching physical science, biology, and earth science for nearly 10 years at an urban alternative high... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 28
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Press Start: Gamifying Your Math Instruction
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 26
Limited Capacity seats available
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It's time to level up! In this hands-on professional development session, teachers in grades K–8 will explore the power of game-based learning to create engaging, meaningful mathematical experiences for students. Participants will walk away with a ready-to-use resource backpack to get started right away, plus dedicated time to design their own math games and stations — powered by AI tools that...
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Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School
With over 20 years in middle school education, I've worn a lot of hats — ELA and social studies teacher, instructional technology facilitator, and now media coordinator. I believe strongly in inquiry-based and self-directed learning, and that getting students hands-on with their... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 26
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Pump Up the Volume: Disrupting the 'Quiet Classroom' for Deep Cognitive Growth
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 31
Limited Capacity seats available
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For decades, the “quiet classroom” was seen as the hallmark of effective management, but in today’s learning environment, silence can be a trap that hides student understanding and limits growth. This session is an invitation to Pump Up the Volume, shifting from silent compliance to rich, student-driven academic discourse across all grade levels. In this session you will explore the...
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Gladys Johnson

Innovation and Strategic Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 31
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Revised for IMPACT: The Next Chapter for NC School Libraries
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 19
Limited Capacity seats available
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North Carolina’s updated School Library Guidelines are here—celebrating the evolving role of school libraries as student-centered spaces for literacy, inquiry, and growth. Join us for a first look at how the revised guidelines position school libraries as essential learning hubs where curiosity is encouraged, readers are nurtured, and students build the skills to think critically and engage...
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Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning
Mollee Holloman is currently serving as the School Library Education Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in the division of Digital Learning & School Connectivity. A steward of stories and curator of worldly experiences using text + tech, she's driven to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 19
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

The AI Dynamic Duo: Teacher Cheat Sheet Empowering Educators with Gemini & NotebookLM
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 22
Limited Capacity seats available
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Are you looking for ways to reclaim your planning time without sacrificing quality or alignment? Join me for a hands-on, 50-minute workshop designed specifically for K-12 educators ready to move beyond the AI hype and into practical classroom application. In this session, we will explore two powerful, free tools from Google: Gemini, your creative brainstorming partner, and NotebookLM, your...
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Ira Hyde

Assistant Technology Director, Haywood County Schools
I have been teaching for 24 years.  I spent the first 19 years at Junaluska Elementary School teaching grades 3-5.  The last 9 of those years I was the media coordinator.  I am currently the Instructional Technology Facilitator for Haywood County Schools.  I serve all 15 schools... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 22
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

The Prompt Lab: Reverse Engineering Your AI
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 23
Limited Capacity seats available
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Ready to move beyond basic AI prompting? In this fast-paced, interactive session, educators will reverse-engineer AI outputs, explore advanced prompting strategies, and discover how context, rationale, and reusable prompt frameworks can transform AI into a powerful thinking partner. Expect energy, collaboration, and plenty of “Wait... AI can do THAT?!” moments as you leave with ready-to-use...
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Alicia Ray

Project Lead The Way Teacher, Central Middle School
Alicia Ray is a veteran educator of 20 years from North Carolina. She has taught PreK-8th grade students in the classroom and in the school library. She loves teaching Project Lead The Way (PLTW) at Central Middle School in Surry County, NC. She was a finalist in the 2024 MagicSchoolAI... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 23
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

The Teacher Effect: Leading Beyond Your Room
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 29
Limited Capacity seats available
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Leadership doesn’t require a title. In this interactive session, participants will explore practical ways to lead through relationships, consistency, innovation, and influence. Walk away with simple strategies to strengthen school culture, inspire others, and make a lasting impact every day.
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David Madigan

High School Visual Arts and AP Art History Teacher, Pitt County Schools
I have been teaching high school visual arts and art history for 18 years. I am married with 4 awesome children.  In, my free time, I enjoy camping, traveling, building, and cooking.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 29
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

WCAG Ready: Practical Digital Accessibility for School Systems
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 35
Limited Capacity seats available
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What does digital accessibility mean for the everyday work of the school system staff? This practical session will provide a plain-language overview of the ADA Title II digital accessibility rule, the WCAG 2.1 AA standards, and common barriers found in school-created digital content. Participants will examine examples from Google Docs, Slides, Forms, links, images, videos, PDFs, and shared...
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Josh Barton

IDEA Consultant for Assistive Technology, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 35
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

1:00pm EDT

Accessible Canvas, Empowered Learners
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 34
Limited Capacity seats available
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Learn how to create, edit, and enhance Canvas course content and templates to ensure accessibility for all learners. In this hands-on session, teachers will explore practical strategies and tools that promote inclusive, engaging, and equitable learning experiences for every student.
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Rebecca Stokes

Instructional Improvement Consultant, NCDPI
Rebecca works at DPI as a Professional Development Specialist and Product manager for Schoolnet.  She has been in education for 17 years serving as a Classroom Teacher, Digital Literacy Coach, and Instructional Technology Facilitator.  Rebecca is passionate about helping classroom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 34
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

1:00pm EDT

Advanced Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 9
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will focus on increasing advanced ad hoc reporting skills. Advanced users will explore best practices in utilizing NCSIS ad hoc reporting tools for efficient data retrieval, filtering, and building customizable reports to support strategic decisions and dynamic, real-time data needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Brian Jones

Executive Director of SAIS, Cumberland County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 9
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Campus Analytics (Early Warning and Insights)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 10
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course equips educators, administrators, and data teams with the skills to proactively identify and support at-risk students using Infinite Campus Analytics. Participants will learn how to leverage Early Warning indicators and actionable insights to drive timely interventions, improve student outcomes, and strengthen data-informed decision-making across their organization. (Advanced)
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Karen Jimeson

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Karen serves as an SIS Professional Learning Consultant within the Office of Enterprise Data and Reporting at the NC Department of Public Instruction. With 16 years of dedicated SIS experience, Karen supports North Carolina’s Data Managers and SIS Coordinators by making complex... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 1:55pm EDT
Room 10
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Enrollments
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 7
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students, manage transfers, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices, required documentation, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 7
  Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

From Risk to Readiness: Equipping Students with Cybersecurity Skills that Protect Students (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 18
Limited Capacity seats available
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Cybersecurity is not just an IT concern, it’s a critical skill set for students in today’s digital world. This session shares standards-based strategies, student scenarios, and ready-to-use resources that educators can bring directly into K–12 classrooms.
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Meredith Hill

Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Meredith Ward Hill, Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, is a former district media specialist, school librarian, and reading specialist. National Board and CETL certified, she champions AI literacy, intellectual freedom... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 18
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC   Leadership

1:00pm EDT

NCEES in Action: Mastering Educator Evaluation Process and Practice for Administrators (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 33
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will review the year-long observation/evaluation process for teachers and instructional support roles. We will review the cycle and PDP types, discuss how to give meaningful feedback to encourage teacher growth, as well as how to decide on ratings for end-of-year summatives. We will also address some of the myths that surround the evaluation process. Target Audience: Principals,...
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Jennifer Bass

NCDPI NCEES Consultant, NC Department of Public Instruction

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Donna Currie

NCEES and OER Product Manager, NCDPI
Donna Currie is the NCEES and OER Product Manager at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). With more than 28 years of experience in education, she has held various roles, including Digital Subscription and Technology Analyst, Teacher, Instructional Technology... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 33
  Leadership

1:00pm EDT

How to Build SQL-Based Data Validation Reports (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 11
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course teaches participants how to create SQL queries for Infinite Campus Data Validation Reports. Participants will learn how to design and manage validation rules and rule groups to identify data errors, improve data quality, and support accurate and reliable reporting. (Advanced)
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Tim MacArthur

Director of Student Information and Reporting, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 11
  SIS Coordinator

1:00pm EDT

Data Validation (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 1
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides an overview of NCSIS data validation processes with a focus on ensuring accurate and complete data reporting for the school year. Participants will explore key validation reports across areas such as enrollment, attendance, scheduling, grades, programs, and discipline, and learn how to use these tools proactively throughout the year to maintain data integrity....
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Tamara Dillard

Student Information System District Coordinator, Caldwell County Schools
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 1
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

1:00pm EDT

Program Entry (Workshop)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 2
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of how to enter, manage, and review student program data within Infinite Campus for North Carolina State and Federal reporting. Participants will learn standardized processes for program entry, including start and end date requirements, use of flags, and handling multiple program records. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Tara Pierce

District Lead SIS & Instructional Technology Facilitator, Richmond County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 1:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 2
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Toy Box Leadership
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Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Room 35
Limited Capacity seats available
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Every leader in the room was once a kid with a toy box and the lessons were there all along. In this interactive session for district and school leaders revisit six familiar toys: building blocks, a yo-yo, a kaleidoscope, a wind-up toy, a puzzle, and a kite as fresh, practical lenses for trust, resilience, perspective, follow-through, collaboration, and accountability. Through guided reflection, a...
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Matthew Mayo

Director, NCDPI
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Heather Pennica

NCDPI DL & SC Section Chief, NCDPI
Heather Pennica serves as a Section Chief for the NC Dept. of Public Instruction with the Digital Learning & School Connectivity Division. She joined this team after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Room 35
  Leadership

2:00pm EDT

Attendance
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 8
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance, complete daily attendance processing, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling, understanding attendance...
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Nicole E Ballance

Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Nicole is a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant and has been working at NCDPI since January 2024. She holds a bachelor's in Electronics & Computer Technology from the North Carolina A&T State University, a master's in Occupational Safety from East Carolina University, and... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 8
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Attendance Letter Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 5
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides participants with step-by-step guidance on creating and managing attendance notification letters for students with 3, 6, and 10 days of absences. Participants will learn how to efficiently set up, generate, and distribute these letters using the NCSIS tools to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communication with parents and guardians. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Dustin Cherry

Specialist, Moore County
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 5
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Canned NCSIS Reports
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 6
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information, attendance, behavior, census, grading, scheduling, and fees—and learn how to access, generate, and interpret commonly used reports. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment & Information Systems, Johnston County Public Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 6
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Common Ad Hocs
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 9
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session focuses on building commonly used ad hoc reports to support everyday school operations. Participants will learn to utilize the NCSIS and its ad hoc reporting tools to retrieve, filter, and build customizable data reports for daily operations or quick, on-the-fly needs. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Brian Jones

Executive Director of SAIS, Cumberland County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 9
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Enrollments
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 14
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides a step-by-step overview of student enrollment in Infinite Campus for data managers. Learn how to accurately enroll students, manage transfers, and meet state reporting requirements. Participants will explore best practices, required documentation, and key tools to ensure data accuracy and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Lindsay Ginn

Duplin County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 14
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Modifying Households
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 3
Limited Capacity seats available
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This course provides an overview of how to manage and update household data within the Census module of Infinite Campus, including viewing, verifying, and modifying household memberships, relationships, and addresses—even in multiple household situations. It also focuses on resolving common data issues, such as missing guardians, duplicate households, and incomplete addresses, using system tools...
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Nicole Reyes

SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 3
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

OLR Processing
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 12
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session provides and overview of the Online Registration (OLR) Application Processing in Infinite Campus, focusing on how to review applications, link existing records, and ensure accurate student data. Participants will learn key steps in the workflow and best practices for efficient, error-free processing. (Advanced)
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Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools
I am currently serving as the Student Information System Trainer for Cumberland County Schools, bringing 20 years of dedicated service to the district. Over the course of my career, I have spent 13 years as a School Data Manager, 3 years as a Support Specialist for the Student Information... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 12
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Start of School
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 4
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session prepares school data managers to navigate the first 10 days of school by focusing on essential Infinite Campus processes. Topics include BOY setup, student enrollment, scheduling and roster management, no-show procedures, and key reporting requirements to ensure accurate data and compliance. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Lisa Baggs

SIS Director, Rowan-Salisbury Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 4
  Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

âś„ Improving Digital Wellness While Cutting Out the Clutter
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 21
Limited Capacity seats available
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Feeling overwhelmed by constant notifications, endless tabs, and digital overload? Explore practical, classroom-ready strategies to improve digital wellness while cutting out the clutter. Learn how to set healthy boundaries with technology, model mindful tech use for students and others, and reduce burnout without sacrificing productivity. Walk away with simple tools and ready-to-use ideas to help...
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Brian Whitson

Piedmont-Triad Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Brian Whitson is a digital teaching and learning consultant with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, specializing in AI literacy, instructional technology, and innovative learning design. He works with educators and school leaders to create engaging, student-centered... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 21
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

AI Literacy to Fluency for Secondary Teachers
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 22
Limited Capacity seats available
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TBD
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Ira Hyde

Assistant Technology Director, Haywood County Schools
I have been teaching for 24 years.  I spent the first 19 years at Junaluska Elementary School teaching grades 3-5.  The last 9 of those years I was the media coordinator.  I am currently the Instructional Technology Facilitator for Haywood County Schools.  I serve all 15 schools... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 22
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

AI Tools for Differentiation
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 32
Limited Capacity seats available
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How do you know which AI tool will be the one to meet your need for differentiation? In this session, participants will take a tool-by-tool look at four free AI tools. With each tool, “pro tips” for use, as well as real world use cases, will be shared in how this tool can leverage the power of AI to differentiate and/ or personalize learning for students. Time will be provided to experiment...
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Katie Bogle

Instructional Coach
Katie Bogle is a veteran educator, having served in North Carolina public schools for 30 years.  Retired from full time teaching in 2026, she now serves as an educational consultant and instructional coach, helping K-12 educators enhance their teaching practices. She is a self-described... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 32
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

ArtiFACTual Intelligence: Connecting Curriculum to Community Through Student Creation
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 24
Limited Capacity seats available
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In a time of copy-paste answers and AI-generated content, how do we move students from consumers to creators? In this session, educators will explore how students can investigate real places in their community and beyond, connect their discoveries to curriculum standards, and create meaningful artifacts that demonstrate authentic understanding. Participants will leave with practical ideas for...
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Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 24
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Beyond the Basics: Elevating Your LMS Usage in Infinite Campus
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 15
Limited Capacity seats available
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Explore all available quiz question types for dynamic assessments and unlock the power of the Curriculum Library to share your resources with district colleagues by creating folders and adding content. We'll also peek at importing/embedding content and the possibilities with LTIs. Share your "Glows" (tips) and "Grows" (suggestions) to help Infinite Campus improve.
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Lauren Boucher

Consultant, NCDPI

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 15
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes an Immersive Learning Experience
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 27
Limited Capacity seats available
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What if you could step out of your teacher’s shoes and into the seat of your most curious, most distracted, most underestimated student? Welcome to BOLDchella: Through Their Eyes — an immersive learning experience designed to flip the lens on how we design instruction. In this session, participants won't just hear about immersive learning — they'll live it. How, you ask? By experiencing the...
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Jerri Sydes

Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools
I have proudly served the students of Onslow County for 23 years as a middle school Math teacher and currently as a Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator. I am a native of southeastern NC and an alumni of East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 27
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Ctrl+Alt+Compassion
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 26
Limited Capacity seats available
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You know the moment. A student slides a soaking wet Chromebook across your desk. A book comes back in pieces — or doesn't come back at all. Your checkout system is a disaster, your fines list is a mile long, and somewhere in the back of your brain, a little voice is screaming. But what if that damaged device or missing novel is telling you something more important than "this kid owes me $47"?...
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Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School
With over 20 years in middle school education, I've worn a lot of hats — ELA and social studies teacher, instructional technology facilitator, and now media coordinator. I believe strongly in inquiry-based and self-directed learning, and that getting students hands-on with their... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 26
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Designing AI-Resilient Learning: Authentic Projects that Build Independent Thinkers
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 25
Limited Capacity seats available
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As AI tools become more common in classrooms, traditional assignments are easier than ever to complete without deep thinking. This session explores how to design authentic, multimedia projects that promote creativity, critical thinking, and student ownership of learning. Participants will examine strategies for creating “AI-resilient” assignments that encourage inquiry, problem-solving, and...
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Colleen Graham

Educational Technology Specialist, Wayne County Public Schools
As an Educational Technology Specialist and district lead for media coordinators, I am passionate about transforming teaching and learning through emerging technologies and responsible AI integration. With a strong foundation in instructional leadership, library science, and innovation... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 25
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Digital Tools for Designing Escape Boxes
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 28
Limited Capacity seats available
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Turn any multiple-choice review into an exciting escape! Learn to create digital and in-person escapes to help keep students interested, engaged, and motivated. Links to online resources for designing various puzzles, riddles, and games will be shared as well as tips for implementing escape boxes in the classroom. Attendees will participate in an escape and receive an escape template. Participants...
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Sharon Beck

Rowan-Salisbury Schools
I bring 28 years of teaching experience across science education and instructional technology. I taught Chemistry I, II, and AP Chemistry in a rural district for 15 years before teaching physical science, biology, and earth science for nearly 10 years at an urban alternative high... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 28
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

From Checked Out to All In
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 29
Limited Capacity seats available
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How can six strategies to turn passive classrooms into active learning spaces? In this hands-on session, explore six simple, high-impact strategies that boost student engagement and redesign a lesson you can use right away. Practical, realistic, and ready for day one.
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David Madigan

High School Visual Arts and AP Art History Teacher, Pitt County Schools
I have been teaching high school visual arts and art history for 18 years. I am married with 4 awesome children.  In, my free time, I enjoy camping, traveling, building, and cooking.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 29
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

From Insight to Impact: Using AI to Connect Needs with Research
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 20
Limited Capacity seats available
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Educators and school leaders are increasingly rich in data—but often limited in time and capacity to connect that data to high-quality, research-based practices. This session explores how A.I. deep research features can act as powerful research partners during the research and literature review process helping educators move from data awareness to evidence-based action more effectively and...
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Jordan Caldwell

Northwest DTL Consultant, NCDPI
Jordan has worked in public education for 15 years; previously serving as a district level Instructional Technology Specialist, an elementary Digital Learning Facilitator, and high school social studies teacher. Jordan currently serves as the Northwest Digital Teaching and Learning... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 20
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Future-Proofing Generations with GenAI: Teaching Students to Think With AI, Not Instead of AI
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 23
Limited Capacity seats available
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Generative AI is transforming the workforce—but education’s goal isn’t to replace thinking; it’s to strengthen it. In this session, discover how to use AI as a tool for deeper thinking, not shortcuts. Explore essential workforce skills like critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and AI collaboration, along with practical classroom strategies. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas to help...
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Alicia Ray

Project Lead The Way Teacher, Central Middle School
Alicia Ray is a veteran educator of 20 years from North Carolina. She has taught PreK-8th grade students in the classroom and in the school library. She loves teaching Project Lead The Way (PLTW) at Central Middle School in Surry County, NC. She was a finalist in the 2024 MagicSchoolAI... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 23
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Pixels with Purpose: Distinguishing Active vs. Passive Screen Use in K-12 Learning
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 19
Limited Capacity seats available
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Transform your classroom's digital landscape by shifting the focus from what devices can do to what students are actually doing. In this hands-on session, you will use the ICAP and TripleE frameworks to categorize learning activities and discover how to "nudge" technology use from passive consumption to high-value creation and interaction. Join us to find the perfect balance between digital and...
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Jen Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI
Jennifer served as a public educator for 29 years, holding roles such as teacher, instructional coach, and professional development facilitator. In 2023, Jennifer joined the NCDPI as an Innovative Learning Catalyst, and now serves as the North Central DTL Consultant. Her dedication... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 19
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Reimagining Student Voice Through Podcasts & Audiograms
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 30
Limited Capacity seats available
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Discover how teacher-librarian collaborations can reimagine student voice through podcasts and audiograms. In this session, participants will learn how student-made podcasts and audiograms are an engaging tool for storytelling and can be an alternative to traditional assessments, allowing for an authentic, creative exploration of student voice. Students can share research, express ideas, and...
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Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School
With more than 20 years in education, spanning middle school, community college, and now as a high school media coordinator, I am deeply committed to inclusion, community partnership, and building student leaders. With a background in English and Creative Writing, I thrive in spaces... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 30
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

The Coaching Architect: Building Teacher Capacity versus Dependence
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 31
Limited Capacity seats available
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Every great coach has felt the frustration of the "Knowing-Doing Gap," that structural disconnect where professional learning collapses before it reaches the classroom. It is easy for coaches to act as an "Emergency Repair Crew," exerting influence by installing temporary fixes, offering advice, or rescuing a tech glitch. However, true impact is measured by the engineered structural integrity of...
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Gladys Johnson

Innovation and Strategic Learning Facilitator, Cumberland County Schools

Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 31
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

🌱 Grow Your Garden of Instructional Tools with the NC AI Standards Coaches
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 17
Limited Capacity seats available
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Step into the Innovation Garden and work with the NC AI Standards Coaches to grow aligned, classroom-ready instructional materials. These AI assistants are trained on curated resources from the NC Office of Teaching and Learning, ISTE, and more, and support standards unpacking, instructional planning, and literacy-rich practices across content areas. This is a hands-on session with task cards and...
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Stacy Lovdahl

Western Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI
Stacy Lovdahl has 24 years of experience as a state and district-level education technologist. She is an AI literacy trainer, the Western DTL Consultant for NCDPI, an Instructional Technology Facilitator and a formal middle school science teacher. Stacy has coached teachers and facilitated... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 17
  Educators/Coaches/SLMC

2:00pm EDT

Infinite Campus: Navigation and Reports for Admins
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 16
Limited Capacity seats available
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This session will guide administrators through some basic navigation tips and generating and utilizing key reports. Learn how to efficiently access, customize, and analyze reports to support school operations, compliance, and student success. This session will also share information about tools other staff in your building will be using as well as utilizing the WriteBack extension with...
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Brandy Moody

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Burke County Public Schools
I’m an Instructional Technology Facilitator (ITF) with 22 years of experience in education. I’m passionate about integrating technology to enhance teaching and learning, and I enjoy supporting educators in creating engaging, innovative classrooms. My expertise lies in bridging... Read More →
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Erin Wolfhope

Educator on Loan - NCSIS Educator Support, Burke County Public Schools
Erin is an experienced public school educator that strives to build connections through relationships in order to lead meaningful learning experiences. She's a wife, mom, and doctoral student. She's a curious introvert that loves to talk about books. Erin is an Educator on Loan to... Read More →
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 16
  Leadership

2:00pm EDT

Messenger With Voice
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 10
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session introduces Messenger 2.0, the built-in communication tool within Infinite Campus, and how it can be leveraged to streamline school-to-home communication. Participants will explore how districts and schools can set up and manage messaging for students, staff, and families using real-time data, customizable groups, and multiple delivery methods including email, voice, and text....
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avatar for Ginger Huffstickler
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 10
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager

2:00pm EDT

Transcript Grades
LIMITED
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 13
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This session will provide participants with guidance on importing and adding transcript grades within the NCSIS . Participants will learn how to accurately enter course, scoring, and credit information, including key North Carolina specific fields and highlight managing transfer, summer, and suppressed grades and middle school courses for high school credit. (Basic-Intermediate)
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Sara Isaacs

SIS Coordinator, Watauga County Schools
Wednesday July 29, 2026 2:00pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room 13
  SIS Coordinator   Data Manager
 

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