The Teacher’s Guide to Building a Custom AI Assistant
Teachers carry more in one day than most people realize. That’s why the idea of adding yet another tool into the mix can feel like someone handing you a kettlebell when you’re already juggling flaming torches. So let’s take a breath. Because this is not one more thing. Creating a custom AI assistant (also known…
Empowering Educators – KCI’s MERIT Program and the Los Altos Town Crier 2023 Holiday Fund
In a recent article featured in the Los Altos Town Crier, the spotlight shone brightly on the Krause Center for Innovation’s (KCI) flagship professional learning program – MERIT (Making Education Relevant through Innovative Teaching). A cornerstone in educator development for over 23 years, MERIT has continuously evolved, driving advancements in teaching methodologies from its base…
December Innovation Monthly Newsletter
Happy Holidays! As the holiday season approaches, we extend our warmest greetings to you. Your dedication, resilience, and passion in shaping young minds are invaluable gifts to our society. In this season of joy and gratitude, we want to express our deepest appreciation for the extraordinary work you do each day. We also invite…
Celebrating KCI MERIT Graduates at the Common Sense Media Awards
The recent Common Sense Media Awards marked not just the 20th anniversary of an influential event but also a momentous occasion for educators, particularly those from the KCI community who graduated from the MERIT program. This year’s event, sparkling with glamour and inspirational stories, recognized individuals making a substantial impact on the lives of children…
November 2023 Newsletter
Coming Soon! November 2023 KCI Connect – Crafting Calm Series (in-person | FREE): Thank You Cards – Nov 7th KCI CLOSED – November 10th & 11th, Veteran’s Day Bay Area Teachers – Apply for a Light Awards Grant by Nov. 14th. Details HERE Teachers and Tacos @The Tech Interactive (In-person)Nov. 17th. Details HERE Embroidery Patches Workshop (in-person 11:30 – 1 p.m.) @ KCI…
October 2023 Newsletter
Can you believe it’s already October? The time is just zooming by! We hope you’re settling into the rhythm of the new academic year and are ready for the crisp air, colorful leaves, and all the learning that October offers. We’re back with another newsletter featuring updates, upcoming workshops, and events. Whether it’s the next…
Fall Celebration with Friends
A Warm Welcome and a Heartfelt Goodbye Leadership Change at Foothill De-Anza Community College District On a cool autumn night, the Krause family hosted a beautiful fall celebration with friends of the Foothill De-Anza Community College District. The gathering was to welcome the new Chancellor, Lee Lambert, and to extend a sincere appreciation and…