NCED Connect Symposium 2025

NCED Connect Symposium 2025

Welcome to the NC ED Connect Symposium!

10:00am EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

11:00am EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

12:00pm EST

Maximizing Impact: High-Yield Instructional Strategies for the Modern Library LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how to transform your library into an engaging hub of learning with high-yield instructional strategies. This session will explore research proven strategies and how they can be adapted for library settings to enhance student engagement and academic success. Participants will gain practical resources and engage in activities to apply these strategies to their own library lessons. Perfect for library leaders looking to align their practices with ISTE standards and support core curricula.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Heather Pennica

Home Base Section Chief, NCDPI

Heather Pennica recently became the Home Base Section Chief for the NC Dept of Public Instruction after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over 20 years with varied experiences preK-12 working as a teacher... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC Leadership

1:00pm EST

We'll Do You One Better LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Are you purchasing class sets of magazines, an online encyclopedia, or subscriptions for ebooks? Are you seeing students and teachers Googling research topics? If so, join us and I’ll do you one better! During this session, we’ll show you how to save your school/district funds and showcase best practices for research. We will collectively tap into a plethora of digital resources available to all North Carolina K-13 public school units.

Speakers

Jill Darrough

Section Chief Digital Learning Programs, NCDPI

Jill Darrough is the Digital Learning Programs Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support public school units, PSUs, and schools as they operationalize the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. She has an amazing team of regional... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Leadership Coaches and SLMC

2:00pm EST

Digital Page Turners: Unlock the Power of NC Kids Digital Library LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Looking for innovative ways to engage young readers? Join us for an interactive session showcasing the NC Kids Digital Library: a treasure trove of eBooks, audiobooks, and Read-Alongs designed for grades K through 8. Discover how upgrading to the Libby app can transform your family’s digital reading experience with user-friendly features like offline reading, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration, and seamless management across devices, including Kindle. Whether you’re planning a Title I Night or a Parent Lunch & Learn, this session equips you with the tools and tips to help families dive into the world of digital reading. Bring a tablet or e-reader, public library card, and your Kindle account information if you'd like to "plearn" with us.

Speakers

Jill Darrough

Section Chief Digital Learning Programs, NCDPI

Jill Darrough is the Digital Learning Programs Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support public school units, PSUs, and schools as they operationalize the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. She has an amazing team of regional... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Coaches and SLMC

3:00pm EST

Let's Get Muddy! LIMITED

Tuesday January 21, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Do you want your students to work collaboratively instead of having one or two team members shouldering to bulk of the work? Learn first hand the difference between group work and a collaborative team. Delve into design challenges that demonstrate these methods. Participants will harness their abilities to work as a truly collaborative team. Join us to build today and utilize in your classroom tomorrow!

Speakers

Jill Darrough

Section Chief Digital Learning Programs, NCDPI

Jill Darrough is the Digital Learning Programs Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support public school units, PSUs, and schools as they operationalize the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. She has an amazing team of regional... Read More →

Tuesday January 21, 2025 3:00pm - 4:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Leadership Coaches and SLMC

9:00am EST

Let's Get Muddy! LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Do you want your students to work collaboratively instead of having one or two team members shouldering to bulk of the work? Learn first hand the difference between group work and a collaborative team. Delve into design challenges that demonstrate these methods. Participants will harness their abilities to work as a truly collaborative team. Join us to build today and utilize in your classroom tomorrow!

Speakers

Jill Darrough

Section Chief Digital Learning Programs, NCDPI

Jill Darrough is the Digital Learning Programs Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support public school units, PSUs, and schools as they operationalize the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. She has an amazing team of regional... Read More →

Wednesday January 22, 2025 9:00am - 10:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Leadership Coaches and SLMC

11:00am EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Wednesday January 22, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

12:00pm EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Wednesday January 22, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

1:00pm EST

Let's Go on a Learning Adventure LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover the joy of personalized learning with Britannica School! Our interactive scavenger hunts will ignite curiosity, spark imagination, and tailor the learning experience to each student's unique needs and interests.

Speakers

Audrey M. Long

Digital Subscription Project Manager, NCDPI

Digital Subscriptions Product ManagerEBSCO and BritannicaDigital Teaching and LearningDepartment of Public Instruction

Wednesday January 22, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC Leadership

2:00pm EST

Knowledge is Just a Click a Way LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

TAP, TAP, TAP, a few simple clicks, a video here and image there and top it off with an eBook. It’s no telling what you’ll come across in your research journey when you’re in the midst of your project with EXPLORA!

Speakers

Audrey M. Long

Digital Subscription Project Manager, NCDPI

Digital Subscriptions Product ManagerEBSCO and BritannicaDigital Teaching and LearningDepartment of Public Instruction

Wednesday January 22, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Leadership Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

3:00pm EST

Maximizing Impact: High-Yield Instructional Strategies for the Modern Library LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how to transform your library into an engaging hub of learning with high-yield instructional strategies. This session will explore research proven strategies and how they can be adapted for library settings to enhance student engagement and academic success. Participants will gain practical resources and engage in activities to apply these strategies to their own library lessons. Perfect for library leaders looking to align their practices with ISTE standards and support core curricula.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Heather Pennica

Home Base Section Chief, NCDPI

Heather Pennica recently became the Home Base Section Chief for the NC Dept of Public Instruction after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over 20 years with varied experiences preK-12 working as a teacher... Read More →

Wednesday January 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC Leadership

4:00pm EST

We'll Do You One Better LIMITED

Wednesday January 22, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Are you purchasing class sets of magazines, an online encyclopedia, or subscriptions for ebooks? Are you seeing students and teachers Googling research topics? If so, join us and I’ll do you one better! During this session, we’ll show you how to save your school/district funds and showcase best practices for research. We will collectively tap into a plethora of digital resources available to all North Carolina K-13 public school units.

Speakers

Jill Darrough

Section Chief Digital Learning Programs, NCDPI

Jill Darrough is the Digital Learning Programs Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support public school units, PSUs, and schools as they operationalize the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. She has an amazing team of regional... Read More →

Wednesday January 22, 2025 4:00pm - 4:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Leadership Leadership Coaches and SLMC

9:00am EST

Beyond the Jean Pass: Building a Positive Culture with Authentic Support LIMITED

Thursday January 23, 2025 9:00am - 10:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

This workshop will explore meaningful ways to recognize and support your team, creating a positive and encouraging work culture that feels sincere and grounded. Participants will discover strategies to authentically value and acknowledge staff members, ensuring they feel genuinely appreciated, even during challenging times. Through discussions, real-life examples, and interactive activities, attendees will learn how to communicate appreciation effectively, address concerns thoughtfully, and create a balanced approach to workplace positivity. By the end of the session, you’ll have practical tools to boost morale, strengthen team connections, and foster an environment where each staff member feels respected, valued, and supported for their unique contributions.

Speakers

Heather Pennica

Home Base Section Chief, NCDPI

Heather Pennica recently became the Home Base Section Chief for the NC Dept of Public Instruction after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over 20 years with varied experiences preK-12 working as a teacher... Read More →

Thursday January 23, 2025 9:00am - 10:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Leadership Leadership

11:00am EST

Maximizing Impact: High-Yield Instructional Strategies for the Modern Library LIMITED

Thursday January 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how to transform your library into an engaging hub of learning with high-yield instructional strategies. This session will explore research proven strategies and how they can be adapted for library settings to enhance student engagement and academic success. Participants will gain practical resources and engage in activities to apply these strategies to their own library lessons. Perfect for library leaders looking to align their practices with ISTE standards and support core curricula.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Heather Pennica

Home Base Section Chief, NCDPI

Heather Pennica recently became the Home Base Section Chief for the NC Dept of Public Instruction after serving as the Executive Director of Tech & Media for Wilson County Schools, NC. She has been in education for over 20 years with varied experiences preK-12 working as a teacher... Read More →

Thursday January 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC Leadership

2:00pm EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Thursday January 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Thursday January 23, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC

3:00pm EST

Level Up Learning: Supercharge Lessons with AI and ISTE Standards LIMITED

Thursday January 23, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EST

Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Discover how easy it is to enhance your existing lessons with AI tools while aligning with ISTE standards—and get access to exclusive resources to help you take your curriculum to the next level. In this interactive session, you’ll explore practical strategies for integrating digital citizenship, creativity, and research skills into your lessons using AI. Participants will leave equipped with new tools, templates, and ready-to-use ideas to supercharge their teaching and engage students like never before.

Speakers

Sabrina Steigelman

E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Sabrina Steigelman is a State E-Rate Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. With a background in education, she holds a B.S. in History from Methodist University, a Master of Library Science from East Carolina University, and a Master of School Administration... Read More →

Thursday January 23, 2025 3:00pm - 3:50pm EST
Room 60 - Pebble Beach (Level 3)

Educators Coaches and SLMC Coaches and SLMC