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Explore the transformative potential of AI in education with Amanda Bickerstaff, founder of AI for Education. This session envisions the classroom of tomorrow, where AI powers personalized learning, immersive experiences, and multilingual instruction. Discover how AI will redefine the roles of educators and students alike while learning strategies to build essential AI literacy and prepare for an AI-integrated educational landscape.

Whether you're an AI novice or an early adopter, join us as we re-envision the future of education.

A former high school biology teacher and EdTech executive with over 20 years of experience in the education sector. She has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that AI can offer. She is a frequent consultant, speaker, and writer on the topic of AI in education, leading workshops and professional learning across both K12 and Higher Ed. Amanda is committed to helping schools and teachers maximize their potential through the ethical and equitable adoption of AI.

In today’s politically charged climate, educators and administrators face increasing tensions surrounding support for immigrant and undocumented families, multilingual learning, and ethnic studies. This workshop offers participants a low risk space to name the challenges they encounter, unpack the dynamics of the challenge, and explore strategies for navigating opposition to inclusive education practices through communications and engagement activities.

Jenni Kotting, PhD (she/her) is a seasoned Communications Strategist who has dedicated her career to using narrative as a powerful tool for cultural and political change. Born in the Appalachian mountains of Maryland, Jenni learned early on that real change comes from heart-to-heart conversations where trust is built through honest, respectful dialogue — finding common ground without diluting one's values or compromising on core beliefs, even when navigating political, cultural, and personal divides.

AASA’s associate executive director for advocacy and governance will walk through the latest goings on of Congress and the new administration, and what it could mean for schools.

Noelle Ellerson Ng
Associate Executive Director, Advocacy & Governance
AASA, The School Superintendents Association