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Why VAPA, PE, and CTE Matter More Than Ever in Our Future With AI

It’s not just STEM. In a world of AI, we need to center our humanity. My Unexpected Path When I first stepped into the world of AI education, I didn’t come from coding or robotics. I came from dance. From physical education. From spaces where students move, create, collaborate, and discover who they are. So…

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September Innovation Monthly Newsletter

As the new school year gets underway, we’re inspired by the incredible dedication of educators like you. At KCI, we’re here to support and empower you throughout the year with professional development opportunities designed to spark innovation in your classrooms. Whether you’re eager to integrate the latest technology, refine your teaching strategies, or connect with…

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August Newsletter

As the new academic year approaches, we are excited to continue our mission of supporting and empowering  K-12 educators. This August, we’re thrilled to share professional development opportunities to ignite innovation in your classrooms. Whether you’re looking to integrate cutting-edge technology, enhance your teaching strategies, or connect with fellow educators, KCI is here to support…

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KCIcon 2024: Innovate to Empower

We were thrilled to host the second KCI Conference on July 13, 2024, at the Krause Center for Innovation. This year’s theme, “Innovate to Empower,” resonated deeply with our mission to foster innovation in education and empower educators to enhance their teaching practices. The conference kicked off with an inspiring keynote by Dr. Yvonne Darlene…

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Highlights from ISTE Live 2024

ISTE Live 2024 brought together educators, innovators, and tech enthusiasts from around the globe to explore the future of education. This year’s conference showcased groundbreaking advancements and thought-provoking discussions on key topics such as AI in education, privacy and security, esports, creative learning, and ensuring student equity. Here are the highlights from my conference experience:…

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Celebrating a Lifetime of Achievement

Gay Krause Honored at the 29th Annual Celebration of Leaders & ATHENA Awards We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Gay Krause, Director of the Krause Center for Innovation (KCI), for being the esteemed recipient of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award! This accolade is a testament to her unwavering dedication, pioneering spirit, and…

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KCI Team’s Insights from CUE 2024 in Palm Springs

The KCI team recently soaked up the sunshine and innovation at the CUE conference in Palm Springs! While we immersed ourselves in networking and explored a variety of EdTech themes at the conference, we’re particularly keen to spotlight AI’s transformative impact on educators and students and share a few tools that we learned about. AI…

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KCI is turning 25! We're celebrating this significant milestone with a special event. All event details are available on our dedicated event page.