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Future of Education Day
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| With Christopher McComb (Dir., Human+AI Design Initiative), Nuno Fernandes (President, American Public University), Randy Rose (VP, Center for Internet Security), Marina Stenos & Emily Embury (FINN Partners), Scott Wortman & Beth Silveira (Battelle for Kids). |
| Atelier 1205, 1205 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin
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Mar 06 (Thu) , 2025 @ 09:00 AM
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A Day of Innovation in Education:
9:25 - 9:30 AM: Welcome || Opening Remarks
Marina Stenos, Managing Partner, & Emily Embury, Senior Partner, FINN Partners
9:30 - 10:15 AM: Equipping the Workforce of Tomorrow with Resilience, Hope, & Belonging
Moderator: Scott Wortman, Senior Director, Communications, Battelle for Kids
Speakers:
Beth Silveira, Former Senior Director, Innovative & Strategic Initiatives in district, current Senior Director, Battelle for Kids
Sara Stockwell, Former Executive Director of Pupil Services in district, current Senior Director, Battelle for Kids
As the demands of the future workforce evolve, schools are recognizing the need to go beyond teaching academic & technical skills by fostering durable skills like adaptability, communication, & critical thinking. This panel will explore how integrating these essential competencies into core subjects such as math, science, & reading not only prepares students for career success, but also nurtures their personal well-being. Join education experts as they highlight the critical importance of cultivating hope, resilience, & a sense of belonging in students-qualities that are foundational for long-term success.
10:15 - 11:00 AM: Leveraging Technology for the Future of Higher Education
Speaker: Nuno Fernandes, President, American Public University System
AI & related technologies can be catalysts to more personalized & immersive learning experiences. Higher education leaders must embrace these changes now, in responsible ways, in order to continue making positive contributions to society as a whole. In his presentation, Nuno Fernandes will highlight how technology is rapidly transforming the way students learn - & what this means for the future of higher education. This dynamic presentation will focus on:
How education has evolved over time, & how it will change in the next several years;
How AI itself is improving its value for students;
AI's potential impact for society & education in particular;
Realistic use cases for AI in education
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM: Lunch with Food Truck
12:45 - 1:30 PM: The State of K-12 Cybersecurity in 2025 & Navigating Top Threats
Speaker: Randy Rose, VP of Security Operations & Intelligence, The Center for Internet Security
Cyber attacks on K-12 institutions have become an inevitable reality; a staggering 82% of K-12 organizations experienced cyber incidents over the last 18 months. Between bad actors, malware, & now the rise of AI, education institutions have to be more vigilant than ever in their cybersecurity strategy. The Center for Internet Security will unpack findings from their latest cybersecurity report, assessing the K-12 threat landscape. Learn about top threats, concerns, & the most effective strategies in navigating these threats to keep your school, students, & data safe from cyber attacks.
1:30 - 2:15 PM: Empowering Learners to Collaborate with AI (Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering)
Speakers:
Jonathan Cagan, David & Susan Coulter Head of Mechanical Engineering & Associate Director of the Human+AI Design Initiative
Christopher McComb, Gerard G. Elia Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering & Director of the Human+AI Design Initiative
AI is changing the way that we learn & practice STEM. Intelligent systems can provide real-time feedback to learners & are increasingly important in scientific innovation. Increasingly, students are learning how to use AI tools in the classroom. However, it is not sufficient to prepare students to simply master reactive AI tools. Instead, we also need to prepare them to be excellent collaborators with the proactive AI systems of tomorrow. In doing so, this session will emphasize the role of humans as central-not secondary-to drive effectiveness in the AI-enabled future, & the mandate for education to prepare practitioners for this new normal. By reimagining education through the lens of human-AI collaboration, we aim to equip students with the skills & mindset needed to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
2:15 - 3:00 PM: Guardians of Democracy: Libraries Ensure Information Access
Moderator: Jennifer Leitman, CMO, OverDrive
Speakers:
Skip Dye, SVP, Library Sales & Digital Strategy, Penguin Random House
Lisa Varga, Executive Director, Virginia Library Association
Join us for an insightful session exploring the vital connection between literacy, access, & democracy. Libraries cultivate informed citizens through literacy & upskill programs that foster critical thinking, media literacy & civic participation. Learn how libraries are serving as indispensable hubs for lifelong learning & community empowerment for everyone as one of the most trusted local resources.
3:00 - 3:45 PM: The Ripple Effect: How Teacher PD Shapes the Future STEM Workforce
Moderator: Jeremy Anderson, CEO, National Math & Science Initiative
Speakers:
Robin Johnson Ford MBA, M. Ed. Director, Advanced Academics & Gifted & Talented, Desoto ISD
Andy Smith, Director, Giving & Volunteering at Texas Instruments; Executive Director, TI Foundation
Dr. Kristen Vesely, Director of Advanced Academics, Ector County ISD
Our country relies on the next generation to fill STEM jobs-but how can we make that a reality when students often shy away from STEM & educators lack the confidence & support to teach it effectively? Enter high-quality professional development. This discussion, led by education experts, explores the critical shift from simply cultivating STEM learners to empowering future professionals, emphasizing the role of early, real-world exposure in shaping career readiness. When teachers feel empowered, they, in turn, empower students to become the STEM leaders of tomorrow.
3:45 - 4:45 PM: Closing Keynote: The Future of Education
Moderator: Liz Willen, Executive Editor, The Hechinger Report
Speakers:
Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers
Dr. Leah Austin, President & CEO, National Black Child Development Institute
Doreen Gehry Nelson, Founding Director, Design-Based Learning by the UCLA Graduate School of Education & Information Studies, Center X for the UCLA Design-Based Learning Project; Professor Emerita of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, School of Education & Integrative Studies; Adjunct Professor in the Cal Poly College of Environmental Design; & was Professor at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, from 2002-present
4:45 - 4:50 PM: Closing Remarks
Marina Stenos, Managing Partner, & Emily Embury, Senior Partner, FINN Partners
5:00 - 6:00 PM: Humble Hang with music, cocktails & more
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