NCED Connect Symposium 2025

Are you new to Schoolnet or are you a pro? This session will hone your skills, help to troubleshoot issues, and support using Schoolnet in your school. We will cover tips and tricks for teachers when using Schoolnet to assess student learning. We will also include tech issues and fixes to keep your staff and students up and running in Schoolnet.Presenters: Amanda Phillips, Rebecca Stokes, and Catherine Simone

Join us for a District’s perspective on Common Formative Assessments and District Benchmarks in Schoolnet. This presentation will provide a brief Schoolnet overview followed by Harnett County sharing why they use Schoolnet, what assessments they create in Schoolnet, and how they use the test data for student learning. Presenters: Amy Calder-Church, Rebecca Stokes, and Catherine Simone

What does it take for a district to successfully implement AI in schools? Join us for an interactive and collaborative session exploring our district's journey in integrating AI, from the district level to individual schools and all the steps in between. We will discuss the challenges and successes we've encountered along the way, share best practices, and highlight key strategies for effectively incorporating AI into our educational framework. Whether you're new to AI or looking to enhance your current initiatives, this session will provide valuable insights and practical guidance for moving forward.

In this session, school and district leaders will explore key guidelines and best practices for integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) in educational settings. Participants will learn about ethical considerations, data privacy, and how to align AI tools with district policies and educational goals. The session will also cover practical frameworks for setting expectations around AI use in classrooms, fostering collaboration with educators, and ensuring that AI is leveraged to enhance student learning outcomes while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Join me for an interactive EdTech escape room designed to explore the NC Portrait of a Graduate’s durable skills: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Creativity. Participants will engage in AI-powered challenges at each skill station, experiencing firsthand how AI tools can enhance real-world problem-solving and innovation in the classroom.This session will leave you with practical ideas and tools to bring AI-supported skill-building into your teaching practice. Get ready for a fast-paced, hands-on experience that will inspire new ways to foster essential skills for today’s learners!

Are you new to Schoolnet or are you a pro? This session will hone your skills, help to troubleshoot issues, and support using Schoolnet in your school. We will cover tips and tricks for teachers when using Schoolnet to assess student learning. We will also include tech issues and fixes to keep your staff and students up and running in Schoolnet.Presenters: Amanda Phillips, Rebecca Stokes, and Catherine Simone