8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (MDT)
Promoting English Literacy in the Face of Growing Language Barriers
Kevin Jordan
By 2025, 25% of students across the nation will be an English language learner (ELL) student. Families and schools must be prepared to strike a balance between technology use and traditional forms of literacy. This session will explore how communities can embrace technology's interactive opportunities to reach every learner.

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (MDT)
Esports Excellence: PK-12 Pathways With Level Up Los Angeles
Sophia Mendoza and Jamie Galgana
Discover LAUSD's esports journey from PK-12 diving into Level Up Los Angeles Esports Competition with Minecraft Education with a sustainability focus. Explore how gaming can drive climate action in education, fostering student engagement, digital citizenship and eco-consciousness. Leave with insights for integration and firsthand experience of esports.

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (MDT)
Artificial Intelligence in Education: Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes
Soledad Aranda
In this session, administrators will explore strategies for incorporating AI into their schools. They will learn how AI can enhance literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning. Bring a laptop or tablet.

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (MDT)
AI and NGSS
Lisandra Navarro, Kim Perfecto, and Aleena Monge
How to authentically integrate AI in an NGSS driven classroom. Tools such as Canva magic & Chat GTP utilized ethically to leverage student engagement while increase their science literacy.

2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. (MDT)
K-12 Esports Live: Battle in the Rocks, Building into the Future
Sophia Mendoza, Jamie Galgana, and Level Up Los Angeles Champions
Dive into the world of competitive esports with students using Minecraft Education to bring their imaginations to life in a LIVE blocky showdown! Join us as teams from around the country engage in a Minecraft head-to-head build challenge. Witness the creativity and ingenuity of student teams as they tackle a unique challenge simultaneously on the Main Stage. Throughout the gameplay, shoutcasters will provide insightful commentary, offering viewers an immersive experience into the competitive world of esports. The event will culminate with a presentation by the competitors, showcasing their remarkable creations, followed by a prize ceremony. Thank you to our esports sponsor, CDW!

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (MDT)
Helping Students Thrive in a Digital World with AI
Sophia Mendoza
Join ISTE+ASCD board members for this interactive session as we engage in lively dialogue about ways we are utilizing and advancing AI in education, through authentic experiences that inspire educators and engage students. We will also share how we are using specific ISTE+ASCD resources to support our AI learning journey. By the end of this session, participants will be able to: -Identify the challenges and opportunities of using technology in education specifically around AI. -Learn about the various ISTE+ASCD resources and programming available to guide development of an AI roadmap. -Help prepare students and staff to teach and learn responsibly and ethically in an era of generative A.I.

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (MDT)
Instructional Design Playground: Teach Boldly in the K-12 Classroom
Soledad Aranda, Carla Barrera-Ortiz, Fred Tapia, and James Hicks
Join us to take a lesson, make a lesson or teach a lesson! Pop in for this interactive instructional design playground for ideas on ways to teach boldly! Engage in a way that you prefer: join a playground host for a guided tour or explore in "self-paced mode.”

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (MDT)
Artificial Intelligence Empowerment for Educators: Boosting Productivity
Soledad Aranda and Jamie Galgana
Explore the transformative potential of AI in enhancing productivity in educational settings. Educators can learn how to communicate effectively with AI, harnessing its full potential into their teaching to connect students to real world experiences. Educators can gain invaluable insights into crafting clear, concise prompts for diverse educational contexts.

4:20 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (MDT)
Instructional Design Playground: Teach Boldly in the K-12 Classroom
Carla Barrera-Ortiz, Fred Tapia, and James Hicks
Join us to take a lesson, make a lesson or teach a lesson! Pop in for this interactive instructional design playground for ideas on ways to teach boldly! Engage in a way that you prefer: join a playground host for a guided tour or explore in "self-paced mode.”

10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (MDT)
AR + AI: A Perfect Pair for Immersive Experiences
Farzana Cassim
Innovative technologies like augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) can create immersive learning environments for adult learners by adapting to individual learning styles. Plus, they provide flexible, accessible and contextualized content delivery, making the learning experience more engaging and effective. Join us to discover how AR and AI can provide adult learners with a more efficient and effective learning experience that fits their schedules and helps them achieve educational goals.

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (MDT)
Imagine the Possibilities - Ready for the World
David Garringer and Kimberly Wright
“Imagine the Possibilities” - this presentation is a prototype program that can be replicated throughout the country. It details a program in which students have opportunities to engage in enrichment with a showcase event. This program is a first step to address the typical imbalance of STEM/STEAM opportunities.

2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. (MDT)
Unlock Learning with Minecraft: Strategies for Large-Scale Implementation
Sophia Mendoza, Jamie Galgana, and Soledad Aranda
Discover the transformative potential of Minecraft Education for district-wide outcomes with insights from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Explore strategies for deploying Minecraft across curricular, securing administrative support, accessing PD resources, and implementing esports and build challenges. Become informed and inspired to bring Minecraft to your schools or district!

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (MDT)
Designing Inclusive Coaching Activities for Edtech Integration
Maria Toledo
This presentation aims to empower coaches and education leaders in the context of cultivating a positive coaching culture which addresses a universal design to empower educator growth. Learners will gain insights into best practices that support technology implementation with emphasis on creating an inclusive and engaging culture of adult learning.

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (MDT)
Unlock Learning with Minecraft: Strategies for Large-Scale Implementation
Sophia Mendoza, Jamie Galgana, and Soledad Aranda
Discover the transformative potential of Minecraft Education for district-wide outcomes with insights from Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Explore strategies for deploying Minecraft across curricular, securing administrative support, accessing PD resources, and implementing esports and build challenges. Become informed and inspired to bring Minecraft to your schools or district!