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October 4-5, 2019
Westin Chicago River North
Chicago, IL

Theme: Using Data to Personlize Learning

At the October 2019 Tech & Learning Leadership Summit, attendees will have the opportunity to listen to and share about the many ways districts are using data to personalize learning.


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Who Attends

Tech & Learning Leadership Summits are attended by a select group of K-12 technology and instructional professionals from districts across the country who understand and benefit from timely and relevant executive-level news about the successes and challenges of edtech.

Attendee titles include:

State and District-Level Administrators
Chief Technology Officers
Chief Academic Officers
Technology & Curriculum Directors

Why Attend

Presenting timely and relevant content from the most authoritative speakers and advisors, along with unmatched networking opportunities, the two-day events are comprised of lively panel discussions and roundtables, one-on-one meetings, and networking-focused social activities.

Speakers and discussions will focus on K-12 leadership for tomorrow’s schools and the impact of emerging technologies such as mobile and cloud computing, immersive and virtual environments, and more. Each Summit will use a combination of presentations and working sessions to focus on challenges and success stories related to technology-supported educational transformation.

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Testimonials

It really is the best event I attend all year. The connections I have made through this event are lifelong and meaningful not to mention really fun people!

Jenith Milshine, Director of Technology, Newport-Mesa Unified School District, CA

I am always interested to see what the vendors are bringing. I also very much enjoyed the Thursday evening view into the future. The opportunity to network with other school professionals also gets a high ranking. Can I say it was ‘all’ the best part?

Randy Moczygemba, Superintendent, New Braunfels ISD, TX

Honestly, this is just a great event. I go home energized and ready to refocus myself on my job. The wealth of ideas and encouragement is just outstanding. Thank you.

Scott Harris, Technology Director, Neosho School District, MO

The sponsor part was really valuable. Unlike most events where you have to visit booths and have shallow interactions, here you got to really interact and have conversations.

Nathan Byler, Director of Technology

The level of interaction between T&L staff, Superintendents, and Tech Directors is great. The size of the conference is just right — not too big, not too small.

Sean Holmes, Chief Technology Officer

A great conference with a highly professional group of organizers, attendees, and sponsors.

Art Fessler, Superintendent

Location

Westin Chicago River North
320 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60654

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Friday, October 4


12:00 - 1:45 pm

Arrivals & Registration


2:00 - 4:00 pm

Off-Site Visit: Argonne National Laboratory



The U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary science and engineering research center, where thousands of scientists and engineers work together to answer the biggest questions facing humanity, from how to obtain affordable clean energy to protecting ourselves and our environment. During their time at Argonne, Leadership Summit attendees will tour one of Argonne’s world-leading scientific research facilities and engage in a discussion about workforce development for the next generation of science, innovation and technology leaders.


5:00 - 6:00 pm

Welcome Reception


6:15 - 8:00 pm

Dinner & Introductions


Saturday, October 5


7:30 - 8:15 am

Breakfast


8:15 – 9:15 am

Opening Keynote

Alex Seeskin
Alex Seeskin, Director of Strategy,
University of Chicago Urban Education Institute

Alex Seeskin will present UEI's recent report "Using Data to Improve Schools from the Ground Up" to show how data can be used to personalize learning. Read more about Alex's work here.


9:20 – 10:20 am

Small group discussion: How are you personalizing learning in your districts?

Attendees break into small groups to discuss the teaching and learning models they use in their districts model to personalize learning for students.


10:30 am - 12:20 pm

Working Groups and Sponsor meetings

Working groups will meet during this time period – along with one-on-one/small group meetings with sponsors and informal discussions with colleagues (“anything goes”). During the course of the day, each attendee will participate in two working groups on topics of their choosing, as well as a number of smaller meetings and discussions.


12:30 - 1:30 pm

Lunch & Playground

Network with colleagues while you enjoy lunch in our “playground” area, where attendees can try some of the latest edtech tools from our sponsors.


1:40 - 3:30 pm

Working Groups and Sponsor meetings

Additional working groups will meet during this time period – along with one-on- one/small group meetings with sponsors and informal discussions with colleagues. During the course of the day, each attendee will participate in two working groups on topics of their choosing, as well as a number of smaller meetings and discussions.


3:40 – 4:30 pm

Lessons Learned

The final session will be an opportunity to identify specific takeaways attendees will put into place in their districts. These will be included in a follow-up report to be published in the T&L Leader newsletter and shared with all Tech & Learning readers.


6:00 - 8:30 pm

Closing Dinner


Sponsors

Tier 1

Bulb
ClassLink
gaggle
Securly

Tier 2

Defined Learning
Howard Technology Solutions

Tier 3

Casio
CatchOn
Midas

Do you want to be a sponsor?

Tech & Learning Leadership Summits bring you face-to-face with the most sought-after names in education technology. To learn how your company can benefit from a sponsorship, click the contact link below.

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Tech & Learning

650-238-0318

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Kelly Boon

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