Revolutionary Innovations
Impacting Teaching & Learning
Wednesday, October 11
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET
Microsoft Corporate Office, Elkridge, MD
Join local educational and corporate leaders and the Microsoft and Discovery Education teams for a one-day collaborative event to explore and share how AI tools like ChatGPT and other new and everchanging innovations are affecting our educational landscape.
This event will feature panelists from local districts, industry partners from STEM Careers Coalition Powered by Discovery Education, and more; exploring exciting conversations specifically curated for District Superintendents, CAOs, C&I, and other district leaders. Attendees will have the opportunity to share ideas and hear how local district leaders and organizations are navigating these evolutions in a way that positively impacts the future of teaching and learning on our students.
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Dedicated to the Present and Future of Revolutionary Innovations
How do we see technology impacting the students of today and of the future?
Sessions will include topics related to:
- Supporting Schools and District Leaders to Maximize Technology and Improve Outcomes
- The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Tools on Teaching and Learning
- The Evolution of Career and Technical Education
- The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future
- Maximizing STEM, CTE, and College and Career Readiness
Featured Hosts & Speakers
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Jackie Smalls
Vice President of Social Impact, Discovery Education
As a national education leader specializing in STEM K-12 education, Jackie Smalls is responsible for strategic growth and impact of multi-sector partnerships on critical issues in K-12 education. Currently, this includes the STEM Careers Coalition (SCC)™ by corporate and non-profit leaders anchored in schools by Discovery Education. The SCC is a network of industry partners committed to bringing learning resources into core instruction for educator and student exploration of STEM Careers and to inspire the next generation STEM workforce.
Jackie served as Chief Program Officer at Code.org focused on K-12 Computer Science Education and continues to serve on Code.org’s Board of Directors. She has held various instructional and leadership roles in public education as part of the District of Columbia and Prince George’s County Public School systems. She was on the writing team responsible for developing national K-12 Next Generation Science Standards and served in the United States Army as an Environmental Science Officer where she developed a passion for STEM.
Dr. Mark Bedell
Superintendent, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Dr. Bedell began a four-year term as Superintendent of Anne Arundel County Public Schools on July 1, 2022. He assumed the leadership of Maryland’s fourth largest school district after spending six years as Superintendent of Kansas City Public Schools. Dr. Bedell is a talented, caring teacher, administrator and proven public school leader with a track record of success in urban districts. In 2022, he led Kansas City Public Schools to full accreditation status for the first time in more than 20 years. Dr. Bedell has received many recognitions, including being named a “Superintendent to Watch” by the National School Public Relations Association and a “New Superintendent of the Year” by the Missouri Association of School Administrators. Additionally, Dr. Bedell was a 2020 finalist for the Green-Garner Award, the top honor for urban school leaders across the country.
Agenda At-A-Glance
The event will begin at 9:00 AM ET. Check back soon for more information!
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Activity
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9:00 AM - 9:30 AM ET
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Meet & Greet Breakfast
Meet the team! Light breakfast will be available. |
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM ET
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Opening Session
Dr. Mark Bedell, Superintendent, Anne Arundel County Public Schools Jackie Smalls, Vice President of Social Impact, Discovery Education |
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10:30 AM - 10:45 AM ET
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Break
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10:45 AM - 12:00 PM ET
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Panel Discussions and Q&A
Open dialogue by panelists from local districts and business leaders. We'll discuss relevant topics such as keeping up with ChatGPT, AI, and other rapidly growing innovations while continuing to maximize STEM, CTE, and College and Career Readiness programs. |
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12:00 PM - 12:45 PM ET
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Lunch Break
Lunch will be provided. |
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12:45 PM - 1:45 PM ET
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Breakout Sessions
Collaborate with other attendees about what growing innovations mean in your district. Share stories, ideas, and have the chance to reflect on the day's panel discussions. |
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1:45 PM - 2:00 PM ET
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Reflection/Closing Remarks
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2:00 PM ET
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Event Concludes
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Event Location
Microsoft Corporate Office
6518 Meadowridge Rd #200
Elkridge, MD 21075
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Nearby Lodging: 1) Hampton Inn & Suites, Columbia S Fort Meade (7045 Minstrel Way), 2) Hilton Garden Inn Columbia (8241 Snowden River Pkwy), 3) The Hotel at Arundel Preserve (7795 Arundel Mills Blvd)