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.
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.
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.
