Leadership Summit 2024: Full Schedule

2:00pm EDT

Corporate Members, Emerging Partners, & Event Sponsors: Tabletop Set-Up

Sunday October 27, 2024 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT

Corporate members, emerging partners, and event sponsors should plan to set up their tables any time after 2:00 pm ET on Sunday, October 27 and to tear the tables down immediately following the reception at 6:45 pm ET. SETDA staff will be on hand to assist with tear-down.

Sunday October 27, 2024 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Registration

Subject Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Sponsors, Partners

4:45pm EDT

Homecoming Reception

Sunday October 27, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

In the true spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition, we encourage everyone to proudly don their state gear, showcasing their regional pride and adding a colorful touch to our professional tailgate networking and product showcase experience. So, dust off those jerseys and hats, and let's celebrate the diverse spirit of our community in style!

Special thanks to event sponsors CareerViewXR and CTL for their generous support of this conference activity.

Sunday October 27, 2024 4:45pm - 6:45pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Community Gatherings, Reception

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Partners, Sponsors

9:00am EDT

Opening Remarks

Monday October 28, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Kick off the first full day of the Leadership Summit the right way. Here, we will set the day's schedule and build a foundation of reconnection.

** Required sessions for state member travel support.

Speakers

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois

Melinda Fiscus is the Director of Government Affairs for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. In this role, she provides networking opportunities, consulting services, and professional development for IL school districts. She also serves as one of the IL State E-Rate Coordinators... Read More →

Julia Fallon

Executive Director, SETDA

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

Monday October 28, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Partners, Sponsors

9:15am EDT

Fireside Chat: Federal Efforts to Close the Digital Access Divide

Monday October 28, 2024 9:15am - 9:45am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Hear from federal policymakers on how they aim to continue closing the digital access divide for K-12 students and families.

Special thanks to event sponsor Clever for their generous support of this conference activity.

Speakers

Doug Casey

Executive Director, Connecticut State Commission for Educational Technology

As Executive Director for the Connecticut Commission for Educational Technology, Doug designs and manages his state’s educational technology plan to ensure the successful integration of technology in Connecticut's schools, libraries, universities, and towns. The Commission oversees national and statewide programs such as the federal Digital Equity Program, serves as the governing board of Connecticut’s research and education broadband network (CEN), and provides policy guidance on topics inclu... Read More →

Francella Ochillo

Director of Public Engagement, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), located within the Department of Commerce, is the Executive Branch agency that is principally responsible by law for advising the President on telecommunications and information policy issues. NTIA’s programs... Read More →

Monday October 28, 2024 9:15am - 9:45am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Partners, Sponsors

11:00am EDT

Universal Connectivity Imperative: Give Us Your Feedback!

Monday October 28, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

The Universal Connectivity Imperative builds upon the groundbreaking research and insights of SETDA’s previous reports, most notably “The Broadband Imperative III: Driving Connectivity, Access and Student Success,” published in 2019. This fourth report aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the current state of internet access in K-12 education, exploring both the progress made since the last report and the emerging challenges that demand our attention.

Through this report, we aim to present a roadmap for policymakers, educational leaders, and stakeholders, offering evidence-based strategies and best practices to bridge the digital access divide and ensure all learners have equitable access to broadband connectivity. Get a sneak preview of a draft of this report and provide SETDA with your feedback to ensure that the content reflects the voice of our community.

Speakers

Bre Urness-Straight

Director of Educational Technology, Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

As the Director of Educational Technology with OSPI, Bre leads an innovative team committed to supporting all districts, especially rural and small districts, with digital equity and inclusion, media literacy & digital citizenship, cybersecurity, and successfully accessing and utilizing... Read More →

Julia Fallon

Executive Director, SETDA

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois

Ji Soo Song

Director of Projects & Initiatives, SETDA

Ji Soo Song is the Director of Projects and Initiatives at the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA). Previously, Ji Soo served as a digital equity advisor and Federation of American Scientists Impact Fellow at the U.S. Department of Education. In this role, he... Read More →

Pam Lloyd

Strategic Advisor, Connected Nation

Dr. Pam Lloyd is an accomplished strategic leader and seasoned executive coach with a proven record. With over 25 years of experience in K-12, Higher Education, Corporate and Non-Profit, She is a thought leader and a trusted advisor to superintendents, CIOs, and C-suite executives... Read More →

Monday October 28, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Partners, Sponsors

1:00pm EDT

Student Panel: Using Technology in Active Ways to Solve Community Problems

Monday October 28, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Hear from local student leaders on how they are using technology in active ways to solve community problems, thereby closing the digital use divide articulated in the 2024 National Educational Technology Plan.

Speakers

Jennifer Fritschi

Educational Technology Instructions Systems Specialist, Department of Defense Education Activity

Arlington Tech

Arlington Public Schools

Arlington Tech is a CTE Governor's STEM Academy that offers a dual enrollment program to APS high school students. Coursework merges rigorous academic classes with career and technical pathways to prepare students for success in STEM fields.

Monday October 28, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Partners, Sponsors

6:30pm EDT

SETDA Awards Dinner

Monday October 28, 2024 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Who will we honor this year? At SETDA's annual recognition of leadership, we will name the State Leader of the Year as well as the recipients of the State Policymaker award, the Federal Policymaker award, the State Achievement awards, and the Candice Dodson Influencer award.

Special thanks to event sponsor ClassLink for their generous support of this conference activity.

Speakers

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois

Julia Fallon

Executive Director, SETDA

Kristina Ishmael

Education Strategic Advisor & Owner, Ishmael Consulting

Kristina Ishmael is an innovative educator and advocate, leading the charge in promoting digital equity and opportunity in education. With a robust background that spans education policy, professional learning, and classroom instruction, she is deeply committed to empowering educators... Read More →

Monday October 28, 2024 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Community Gatherings, Dinner

Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Partners, Sponsors

8:00am EDT

Breakfast

Tuesday October 29, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Special thanks to event sponsor zSpace for their generous support of this conference activity.

Tuesday October 29, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Networking: Meals & Breaks, Breakfast

Company Required
Subject Affiliate, Board, Bronze, Emeritus, Gold, Guests, Partners, Platinum, Silver, Sponsors, State

9:00am EDT

Opening Remarks

Tuesday October 29, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Kick off the second full day of the Leadership Summit. Here, we will provide an overview of the day 2 agenda.

Speakers

Julia Fallon

Executive Director, SETDA

Tuesday October 29, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors

9:15am EDT

Keynote: Leading Your Organization in a Time of Rapid Change

Tuesday October 29, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

City Year was founded in 1988 as a national service program to unite young adults from diverse backgrounds for a demanding year of full-time community service. City Year has grown from 50 corps members in Boston to more than 3,000 members serving in 29 US cities, as well as in South Africa and the UK.

Hear from Dr. Michael Stevens, Senior Vice President at City Year and Executive Director of City Year DC, about how he's leading his organization through a time of rapid change and lessons that the SETDA community can take away as systems leaders.

Speakers

Michael Stevens

Senior Vice President & Executive Director, City Year Washington, DC

Dr. Michael Stevens is a nonprofit executive with 16 years of experience at the intersection of national service and education. Dr. Stevens started his career in service as a founding AmeriCorps member with City Year, Louisiana. Dr. Stevens also served through AmeriCorps at Habitat... Read More →

Tuesday October 29, 2024 9:15am - 10:00am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Learning Sessions

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors

10:00am EDT

SETDA Annual Membership Convocation

Tuesday October 29, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

In addition to our usual board and member committee reports and sharing the board election results, our voting State Education Agency (Class I) members will consider and act on proposed membership actions.

This membership meeting is open to all current members, partners, and anyone interested in our organization's mission.

++ Required session for SEA (Class I) state primary voting members.

Speakers

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois

Dorann Avey

Digital Learning Director, Nebraska Department of Education

Dorann Avey is the Digital Learning Director for the Nebraska Department of Education, leading work across the state in Educational Technology and Digital Learning. In cooperation with the Future Ready Council, ESUCC and ESU’s, Dorann currently supports work to identify, develop... Read More →

Brad Hagg

Indiana Department of Education, Director of Educational Technology

Brad Hagg currently serves as the Director of Educational Technology in the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) in the areas of E-Rate, Cybersecurity, Connectivity, and Ed-Fi Data Modernization. He has worked in Indiana schools for over 22 years, serving as Director of Technology... Read More →

Tuesday October 29, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Membership Convocation

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors

1:00pm EDT

Ed Forum Welcome | 2024 State EdTech Trends Survey and Report Overview

Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

The 2024 State EdTech Trends survey and report tracks how state education agencies and policymakers are adapting to a digital world post-pandemic while also identifying state priorities relating to technology and education. Conducted in collaboration with Whiteboard Advisors, the report includes responses from SETDA members, state superintendents, and other senior state officials.

Special thanks to event sponsor Headstream by SecondMuse for their generous support of this conference activity.

Speakers

Isabella Zachariah

Policy Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department of Education

Isabella Zachariah serves as a Policy Fellow within the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology (OET). Currently, Isabella leads digital equity efforts and supports artificial intelligence initiatives in OET. Before joining OET, she worked on education research... Read More →

Bre Urness-Straight

Director of Educational Technology, Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Keith Krueger

CEO, CoSN

Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice of K-12 school system technology leaders in North America. CoSN’s mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning... Read More →

Calypso Gilstrap

Associate Director, Educational Technology and Classroom Innovation, Virginia Department of Education

Evo Popoff

Senior Vice President, Whiteboard Advisors

Evo has spent much of his career working closely with states, districts and schools to help them develop and implement effective school turnaround, after-school, online, and blended-learning programs. He most recently served as chief innovation officer and an assistant commissioner... Read More →

Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Ed Forum

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors, Guests

1:45pm EDT

Building a Network of Champions to Close the Digital Design Divide

Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Join CAST for a learning experience that empowers leaders to become a catalyst for change in closing the digital design divide. This insightful session will highlight the 2024 National Education Technology Plan’s (NETP) commitment to closing the Digital Use, Design, and Access Divides, creating inclusive, engaging, and accessible learning environments for all learners through Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

Presenters debunk common myths and present facts about UDL and assistive technology as aligned in the federal Assistive Technology Guidance released in January 2024. They also discuss the April 2024 final rule from the Department of Justice, which now requires state and local governmental entities—including early childhood, elementary, secondary, and postsecondary institutions—to ensure that web- or mobile app-based digital learning resources are appropriate for and usable by learners with disabilities.

Don’t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to create accessible and inclusive educational experiences for all learners!

Speakers

Kelli Suding

Accessibility Specialist, CAST

As a technical assistance specialist for CAST’s Accessibility Team, Kelli promotes the availability of accessible educational materials and technologies to ensure that all students have equitable and inclusive opportunities for learning. Kelli has led states and districts in creating... Read More →

Lindsay Jones

CEO, CAST

Lindsay E. Jones is the Chief Executive Officer of CAST, where she works with innovative educators and researchers across the globe to design education systems that are learner-centered, flexible, accessible, and rooted in Universal Design for Learning. Lindsay leads strategy a... Read More →

Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Ed Forum

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors, Guests

2:45pm EDT

Elections Outlook & Policy Updates

Tuesday October 29, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

Hear from Bruce Mehlman, Founder of Mehlman Consulting, on federal policy updates and 2024 General Elections outlook information that education leaders should be aware of.

Special thanks to event sponsors Headstream and Second Muse for their generous support of this conference activity.

Speakers

Bruce Mehlman

Founder, Mehlman Consulting

With over two decades experience in public policy, business and the law, Bruce helps leaders and organizations understand, anticipate and navigate political risk.Mehlman is a highly sought-after keynote speaker on policy and political trends, regularly headlining business confere... Read More →

Tuesday October 29, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Ed Forum

Company Required
Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Emeritus, Partners, Sponsors, Guests

3:45pm EDT

Closing Out Ed Forum

Tuesday October 29, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EDT

Salon 4 Ballroom

We will close out the day and remind of you of upcoming events before we mingle.

Tuesday October 29, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Salon 4 Ballroom

Ed Forum

Subject Board, State, Affiliate, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Partners, Sponsors