ACTEM 2025 Spring Leadership Conference

Friday May 9, 2025 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Casco Bay Hall 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

8:50am EDT

Opening & Welcome

Friday May 9, 2025 8:50am - 9:00am EDT

Friday May 9, 2025 8:50am - 9:00am EDT
Casco Bay Hall 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

9:00am EDT

Apple Engineering Roundtable: Privacy and Security

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Join us for a technical roundtable discussion about deploying and securing Apple at scale. During this time, we’ll share best practices, resources, and tools for management of Apple devices in your school. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with and learn from fellow IT professionals and Apple engineers.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Rhode Island 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

Dive into Data: Turning School Communication into Impact and Funding

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

What if your district’s communication data could help you reach more families, boost engagement, and secure critical funding? Learn how Portland Public Schools used ReachMyTeach to track unreachable families, boost parent-teacher conference turnout, and automate, translate, and remind families to fill out key funding forms like the Household Economic Survey—leading to a 40 percentage point increase in Household Economic Survey responses. Plus, see ReachMyTeach's newest feature sending report cards and assessment data to keep families informed and engaged.

Speakers

Jeff Borland

Computer Science and Math Teacher, ReachMyTeach

Helen Cohen

Adult ESOL Teacher & Co-founder of ReachMyTeach, Reach My Teach

Helen Cohen began her career as a high school history and ELL teacher in a Maine school district where 56 languages were spoken. Aware of the communication gaps that left families behind and the lack of two-way connection, she co-founded ReachMyTeach, a platform designed for two-way... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Cumberland 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

DIY AI – A Case Study in Building Your Own AI Solution

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Massachusetts

By now you’ve heard about - and probably used a few - artificial intelligence (AI) applications that can make life easier, automate mundane tasks, and create efficiencies. But do you really know how AI works?

In 2024, Scarborough School District assembled a team of staff and students to learn about AI from the ground up, building an internal LLM and working with various departments to develop specific tools and solutions. Join us as members from this group present an overview of the project from conception to implementation. In this session, we’ll discuss the initial goals, technical requirements, deliverables, milestones, and the collaborative approach taken by the team to identify and develop use cases for the internal AI platform.

Speakers

Jenn Day

Matthew Fagerlund

Aditya Kancharla

Ryan Marshall

Steve Pettit

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Massachusetts 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

Enhancing Cybersecurity: Insights & Future Directions of the SLCGP Program

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Kennebec

This breakout session will provide a comprehensive overview of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP), highlighting its benefits to local entities such as counties, municipalities, and K-12 schools. We will recap Maine's initiatives and services from the first year of the program and delve into the investment priorities for Year 2 (FY2023), including EDR, .gov domain migration, and cyber incident response planning. Additionally, we will outline the participation and opt-in process for local entities.

Speakers

Jim Chasse

Technology Infrastructure Specialist, State of Maine - Department of Education

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Kennebec 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

Expanding Computer Science Access with Pine Tree Programming

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Pine Tree Programming (PTP) is an asynchronous afterschool program designed to bring computer science education to schools that may not currently offer it. In this session, we’ll explore how PTP engages students in hands-on coding activities and empowers educators—regardless of their coding experience—to facilitate learning. Attendees will gain insight into how the program works, its impact, and how they can bring PTP to their own schools either after school, or how to use PTP activities in classrooms.

Speakers

Allison Braley

Policy Maker / Government, Maine Department of Education

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
New Hampshire 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

How To Maximize Your Apple Buyback $$$

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Lincoln

For the past 12 years Second Life Mac has been partnering with schools and businesses to purchase retired Apple devices, and they would like to share the best strategies for maximizing your payout. Come learn what drives prices on the secondary market for Apple devices and how to use that information to beat the market and maximize your payout.

Speakers

David Willard

Second Life Mac

Second Life Mac helps schools and organizations unlock the value of their used Apple devices through a simple, secure buyback program. We offer competitive pricing, data wiping, and easy logistics, so you can reinvest in new technology while supporting your budget and student learning... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Lincoln 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

HPE Aruba Networks Users Group Session

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

This session is designed to answer your questions to help you better manage your network. The format will be interactive and participants are encouraged to bring your networking questions but some topics to be covered include:

A look at AI and how you can leverage to manage and troubleshoot your network
How to leverage role based security to secure your network
What’s new with Aruba Central
WIFI Update – WIFI 6, WIFI 7, and what to expect in the future
How to evaluate your network in real-time & proactively remediate issues
Review of complementary support & training resources

Speakers

Jason Cote

Senior System Engineer, Aruba

Jason Cote is an Aruba Certified Edge Professional, and has been designing Aruba networks for the last 5 years for K-12, Higher Education and Healthcare teams in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Previously, he served for 15 years in Network and System Engineering positions, primarily... Read More →

Jeff Mann

Territory Manager – ME/NH/VT, HPE Aruba Networking

HPE Aruba Networking, is redefining the intelligent edge with mobility and IoT solutions for schools and districts. We develop networking and security solutions with the user experience in mind – students, teachers, administrators, and those that support K-12 schools.Exhibitor Representatives:Jeff... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Connecticut 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

Lenovo ThinkShield Secure PC Lifecycle

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Somerset

Overview of Lenovo solutions beyond the device pertaining to Cybersecurity, Device Management, PC Lifecycle, and Supply Chain.

Speakers

Michael Mogavero

Senior Client Manager, Lenovo

Lenovo is a global technology company known as the world’s largest PC company with a focus on delivering smarter technology for all and to further expand into areas that fuel the advancement of ‘New IT’ technologies (client, edge, cloud, and intelligence) including server, storage... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Somerset 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:00am EDT

Unlocking Educational Insights with K-12 Analytics

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Vermont

This session will provide you with strategies to harness the power of data analytics for educational excellence. Discover how to use AnalyticVue to empower administrators with data-driven insights to make informed decisions, equip teachers with tools to enhance their instructional strategies, and elevate student outcomes.

Speakers

James Reile

Friday May 9, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Vermont 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 1

9:45am EDT

Exhibitor Time - Morning Break

Friday May 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

Friday May 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Casco Bay Hall 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

10:45am EDT

A Secure Digital Campus: Essential Google Admin Security Practices

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Vermont

Ready to bring the power of Gemini AI to your K12 schools, but want to prioritize security and control? This session is for you. Designed for K12 Google Admins we'll focus on the practical steps to securely deploy and manage Gemini within your Google Workspace. We'll cover essential admin settings, data protection best practices, and recent updates regarding Gemini Education. See Gemini in action with a live demo and explore creating custom "Gems" to meet your unique needs. Gain hands-on insights and leave with a security-focused strategy for Gemini adoption in your K12 environment.

Speakers

Melissa Benson

Google Admin Console Trainer, CDW Education

I like the admin console, Minnesota sports, sweatpants, and snacks!

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Vermont 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

Fortinet SecOps - Tools to Know Your Enemy

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Massachusetts

Explore the power of the Fortinet SecOps platform and learn how we bring a proactive approach that work to stop breaches in their tracks. We'll explore how AI-driven solutions enhance the detection, response and remediation of cyber threats and unlock the secrets of cyber threat intelligence where we delve into the power of understanding the MITRE ATT&CK framework using real world examples during live attack demonstrations. Join us to discover how this approach empowers organizations to proactively understand and defend against evolving cyber threats, providing a strategic advantage in the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity.

Speakers

Jason Palm

Fortinet

Jae Kim

Fortinet

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Massachusetts 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

How Seesaw is transforming Elementary Education

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Seesaw is transforming elementary education with its new Instruction & Insights platform, offering standards-aligned, ready-to-assign lessons for Early Literacy, English Language Development (ELD), and Computer Science. These tools empower teachers to deliver engaging, research-backed instruction while using actionable insights to monitor progress and personalize learning for every student.

Speakers

Phil Terra

Manager of Sales and Partnerships, Seesaw

Phil Terra is a seasoned expert in the field of educational technology, with extensive experience helping school districts implement and optimize digital tools to enhance elementary education. Throughout his career, Phil has worked closely with district leaders and educators across... Read More →

Andrew Hausman

Seesaw

Seesaw - Bring together high-quality instruction, formative assessment, and inclusive communication all on one platform. Equip teachers with flexible instructional tools and award-winning supplemental curriculum. Empower students to be creators of learning and share their voice with... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Rhode Island 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

Navigating AI in Education: An Overview of AI Guidance for Educators

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

This session provides a practical overview of AI Guidance for educators, covering key considerations, ethical use, and best practices. Engage in discussion, ask questions, and explore how AI can support teaching and learning with confidence.

Speakers

Emma-Marie Banks

Policy Maker / Government, DOE

Nicole Davis

Learning Through Technology Team

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
New Hampshire 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

Securing Apple Devices in Education

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital education, ensuring the security of Apple devices is paramount. This session offers a deep dive into how Jamf's suite of tools work together to create a robust security framework tailored for educational environments.

Speakers

Curtis Armstrong

Strategic Sales Engineer EDU K12, Jamf

Jamf, the standard in Apple Enterprise Management (AEM), is the only AEM solution of scale that remotely connects, manages and protects Apple users, devices and services. With more than 60,000 customers, Jamf extends the legendary Apple experience people love to businesses, schools... Read More →

Ian Janco

Jamf

Jamf’s purpose is to simplify work by helping organizations manage and secure an Apple experience that end users love and organizations trust. With over 71,00 customers, Jamf is the only company in the world that provides complete management and security solutions for an Apple-first... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Connecticut 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

Sophos - TBD

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Somerset

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Somerset 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

The Challenges of Media in the Classroom

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Kennebec

Your students deserve a safe and enriching classroom experience… and you deserve the confidence that comes from using tools designed to keep media simple, secure, and effective.
Swank K-12 Streaming simplifies bringing movies into the classroom with access to over 40,000 films — from Hollywood classics to today’s blockbusters! Our platform includes educational tools like lesson plans, customizable bookmarks, and more to enhance student engagement and empower educators. Swank K-12 Streaming is available for each educator within your school with only one account, making it a comprehensive solution for all of your classroom media needs.

Speakers

Seth Acock

K12 Manager, SWANK

Swank Movie Licensing and K12 Streaming offers public performance licensing and movie streaming to ensure easy, safe and legal movie access. Our library of 40,000 films allows teachers to stream movies in class or assign to students without the hassle of DVDs or blocked personal streaming... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Kennebec 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

The Future of E-Rate

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Current state of the E-Rate program, trends and outlook.

Speakers

Lisa Gionet

Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting

Jason Coggins

Director of Markets & Growth, Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting

Kellogg and Sovereign Consulting is a professional E-Rate and Grant Services management firm that assists schools, libraries, and non-profits successfully receive funding from the Federal E-Rate program and various Grant Resource Sites. We help in all aspects of each program — from... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Cumberland 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

10:45am EDT

Trusted Independent Validation

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Lincoln

The education WiFi network has evolved from a mere convenience to a mission-critical component of modern education. With the increasing reliance on eLearning and the proliferation of IoT devices, IT organizations face unprecedented challenges in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of their WiFi infrastructure.

This workshop will delve into the key challenges facing education WiFi networks and explore how automation can revolutionize IT operations. We will discuss the importance of identifying and tracking nefarious activity such as Rogue APs, Rogue DHCP Servers, Man in the middle attacks, DoS Attacks, and Jammer detection on your network to protect sensitive student and staff data.

Speakers

Kyle Callahan

Education Account Executive, Wyebot

Wyebot is the leader in AI-driven WiFi automation, leveraging AI technology to end the time-consuming, manual process of network optimization; restoring time, money, and energy to IT teams and their schools. We proactively alert schools to network issues, empowering IT to address... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Lincoln 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 2

11:30am EDT

Lunch & Keynote: Tammy Lind - AI in Action: Practical Strategies for Deeper Learning

Friday May 9, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT

Keynote Speaker: Tammy Lind - Senior Strategist, Google Gemini for Education CDW
Keynote - AI in Action: Practical Strategies for Deeper Learning
This interactive keynote explores how AI can unlock deeper, more meaningful learning experiences for all students. We'll examine practical examples of AI-enhanced learning, discuss ethical implications, and explore strategies for creating inclusive and engaging classrooms. Be prepared to collaborate, share your experiences, and leave with actionable strategies for integrating AI in your district.

Speakers

Tammy Lind

CDW

As a Google Education Trainer and Certified Innovator, Tammy is recognized for her leadership in educational technology with her expertise showcasing her commitment to leveraging digital tools for enhanced educational experiences. Tammy's impact reached beyond her immediate school... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Casco Bay Hall 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Keynote

1:00pm EDT

Apple Intelligence for Education: A New Era of Innovation

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Learn how a new era of innovation in education is here, transforming what leaders, educators, and students can do with Apple products — and what Apple products can do for them. This session is designed to help school leaders and educators navigate how Apple Intelligence fits into their school and learning environments privately and securely. Explore how Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates into system experiences and apps used every day, and how new tools such as Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Transcripts use personal context to deliver intelligence that’s useful and relevant, enhancing productivity and creativity.

Speakers

Apple Education

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Rhode Island 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

Enhancing Cybersecurity: Insights & Future Directions of the SLCGP Program

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Lincoln

Speakers

Jim Chasse

Technology Infrastructure Specialist, State of Maine - Department of Education

Emily Kaster

Tidal Basin

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Lincoln 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

Leveraging AI to Manage & Protect your Network

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

This session will look at how AI is starting to impact your network from a management perspective. We will look at what tools are available today and what we should expect in the future and how you can prepare. We will also take a look at how AI is improving network security and discuss some of the new tools available to better secure your network.

Speakers

Jason Cote

Senior System Engineer, Aruba

Jeff Mann

Territory Manager – ME/NH/VT, HPE Aruba Networking

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Connecticut 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

Leveraging the FCC Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Massachusetts

This presentation details our experience in pursuing and securing our spot in the FCC Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, outlining the strategic rationale behind our application. We explain how we utilized the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to identify our unique cybersecurity priorities and make informed decisions on what was most critical for our school district. Finally, we demonstrate how aligning our priorities with a cybersecurity framework helped us build a robust, industry-aligned approach to protect our educational environment.

Speakers

Jonathan Hopkins

Marc Rocque

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Massachusetts 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

MIAC Maine Information and Analysis Center

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

The Maine Information and Analysis Center (MIAC) is a program of the Maine Department of Public Safety. MIAC's mission is to collect, analyze, and appropriately share intelligence between the federal government and the State of Maine.
This session overviews the mission of MIAC and its connected support for K12 critical infrastructure, especially in light of cyber challenges to public safety.
Information sharing and analysis are key components to any school's readiness and incident response.

Speakers

Lieutenant Matt Casavant

Director, Maine Information and Analysis Center, Maine State Police

Collin Clark

Cyber MIAC Intelligence Analyst

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
New Hampshire 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

MLTI Magic: Uniting CS, AI, and Digital Citizenship to Empower Schools

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Kennebec

What happens when Computer Science and AI team up? Schools and students thrive! Join us for an engaging session that explores the seamless integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence with computer science education, all while promoting responsible digital citizenship. In this interactive session, you’ll learn best practices, explore hands-on strategies, and find inspiration to implement these frameworks in your schools. This session is designed for anyone eager to enhance student learning in a tech-driven world. Let’s take the friendship between Computer Science and AI to the next level!

Speakers

Jonathan Werner

Ambassador Program Facilitator, Learning Through Technology Team

Jonathan has worked in education for over thirty years as a teacher, technology integrator, education attorney, and professional development coordinator. His mission is to support educators to better understand how tech can transform teaching and learning. He is very proud to be a... Read More →

Allison Braley

Policy Maker / Government, Maine Department of Education

Nicole Davis

Learning Through Technology Team

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Kennebec 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

Securely Deploying Gemini in Your K12 Google Workspace: An Admin Workshop

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Vermont

Speakers

Melissa Benson

Google Admin Console Trainer, CDW Education

I like the admin console, Minnesota sports, sweatpants, and snacks!

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Vermont 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

Student Data Privacy

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

This session will highlight updates from the Student Data Privacy Consortium. Many Maine schools implement the state access services to A4L, an online tool that leverages national work in data privacy agreements.
The session will cover contract language pertinent to this year’s national incidents. The session will cover the “how to” of participation and the advancements in the privacy landscape.

Speakers

Holly Doe

IT Director, RSU 40

Ramah Hawley

TEC SDPA Director, The Education Cooperative (TEC)

Ramah Hawley is a dedicated professional with a passion for safeguarding student data privacy in the ever-evolving digital landscape. As the Director of The Education Cooperative's (TEC) Student Data Privacy Alliance (SDPA), she plays a crucial role in securing student data privacy... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Cumberland 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:00pm EDT

WeVideo Interactive

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Somerset

Speakers

Ryan McGinnis

Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Somerset 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 3

1:45pm EDT

Afternoon Snack Break

Friday May 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm EDT

Friday May 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm EDT
Casco Bay Hall 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

2:15pm EDT

Blue Spruce Technologies - TBD

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Lincoln

Speakers

Jen Conn

Blue Spruce Technologies

Blue Spruce Technologies is a leading provider of Managed Network, Security, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions, specializing in machine learning, natural language processing. With a focus on empowering organizations to achieve their goals through AI innovation, Blue Spruce... Read More →

Steve Pettit

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Bytespeed - TDB

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Lincoln

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Empowering Students with Chromebook Self-Repair: A Practical, Cost-Saving CTE Initiative

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Looking for a hands-on, high-impact way to bring real-world computer science and/or CTE experiences to your K–12 learners? In this interactive session, discover how a student-driven Chromebook repair program reduces IT costs, decreases device downtime, and prepares students with marketable STEM and career-readiness skills. This session includes practical resources such as curriculum outlines, disassembly guides, and tips for integrating computer science competencies into a student-run repair center. Presenters have firsthand experience supporting districts nationwide and will provide ready-to-use strategies applicable to diverse K–12 environments.

Speakers

Mike Mahanay

Vice President Strategic Partnerships, CTL

CTL is a global computing solutions manufacturer empowering success in schools and workplaces with award-winning technology products and industry-leading services. We help customers innovate what’s next, creating tailored solutions delivered with nimble and responsive service. CTL... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Rhode Island 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Learning Through Technology - What’s New?

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Kennebec

Join the Learning Through Technology team for an interactive session designed to provide you with the latest updates on statewide technology initiatives, upcoming opportunities, and much more. Engage in a dynamic Q&A to address your pressing questions, ask for more information about various aspects of the program, and generally learn more about all the resources provided by MLTI. This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and gain insights to help shape the future of technology in education.

Speakers

Jonathan Werner

Ambassador Program Facilitator, Learning Through Technology Team

Jim Chasse

Technology Infrastructure Specialist, State of Maine - Department of Education

Emma-Marie Banks

Policy Maker / Government, DOE

Jon Graham

Digital Learning Specialist, Learning Through Technology Team

Bethany Billinger

Project Manager, Learning Through Technology Team

Allison Braley

Policy Maker / Government, Maine Department of Education

Nicole Davis

Learning Through Technology Team

Sam Jenkins

Learning Through Technology Team

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Kennebec 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Maximizing Apple Device Management with Jamf Tools

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

In this session we will explore a variety of free tools you can use to help streamline your Apple management and security posture with Jamf Pro.

Speakers

Curtis Armstrong

Strategic Sales Engineer EDU K12, Jamf

Ian Janco

Jamf

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Connecticut 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

NOC Your SOCs Off

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Speakers

Andrew Henry

NOC Coordinator, Networkmaine

Ray Soucy

Network Maine

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
New Hampshire 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Sophos - TBD

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Somerset

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Somerset 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Unlocking Educational Insights with K-12 Analytics

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Vermont

Speakers

James Reile

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Vermont 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

2:15pm EDT

Unlocking Student Success: Using Your LMS to Track Mastery and Growth

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT

Is your Learning Management System (LMS) helping you track student progress in a meaningful way? Whether you're measuring mastery of learning standards or Portrait of a Graduate competencies, this session will show you how to leverage key LMS features to support student growth. Discover practical strategies for helping students gather evidence of learning and for making progress tracking easier for educators. We promise you will walk away with five actionable ideas you can implement immediately!

Speakers

Janet Sankar

Sr. Account Executive, Instructure

Instructure. Powering the World’s Smartest Classrooms.The Instructure Learning Platform makes learning more personal and student success more equitable by delivering the solutions you need to support, enrich, and connect every aspect of teaching and learning. The Instructure Learning... Read More →

Friday May 9, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Cumberland 88 Spring St. Portland, ME 04101

Session 4

3:10pm EDT

Closing & Door Prizes

Friday May 9, 2025 3:10pm - 3:30pm EDT