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From Apprehension To Empowerment: Creating A Four-Part AI Education PD Series
By Ray Bendici Published
Innovative Leader Award - Courtney Bock shares how she created her AI PD program that helps educators understand the basics so they can implement it in their instruction.

Supporting Digital Learning In Rural School Districts
By Sascha Zuger Published
Innovative Leader Award - Jason Neiffer, Executive Director of Montana Digital Academy, shares about the journey to address rural and remote geographical challenges of tech access in education

Implementing RIASEC In Your School District To Support Career Pathways
By Sascha Zuger Published
Innovative Leader Award - Under superintendent Matthew Friedman, Quakertown Community School District has implemented the RIASEC framework to help students chart career pathways.

From Corporate Ladder to Classroom Impact: How Eric Coronado is Transforming Suffern Central School District through Human-Centric Tech
By Christine Weiser Published
INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Suffern’s Eric Coronado drives innovation through AI, cybersecurity academies, and a relationship-based approach to technology.

Tech & Learning Announces 2026 Dates for Regional Leadership Summit Series
By Christine Weiser Published
Tech & Learning’s Leadership Summits are unlike any other event for district leaders looking to connect with their colleagues to sustain and drive innovation in their districts.

From Accidental Admin to AI Innovator: How Jennifer Mazza is Empowering Clarkstown Students
By Christine Weiser Published
INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Jennifer Mazza emphasizes that technology must serve instruction, not the other way around.

Developing An AI-Powered Emotional Management System For Students
By Sascha Zuger Published
Innovative Leader Award - Dr. Andrew Taylor discusses the development of EDmotionsAI, an emotional management system for schools.

Beyond the Hype: How Human-Centered Leadership Shapes the Future of AI in Education
By Christine Weiser Published
INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - By keeping the focus on relationships, student needs, and clear instructional goals, Noor Shammas demonstrates that the future of AI in education isn't about the code—it's about the people.
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