AI + Human Collaboration in the Classrooms: Enhancing Learning Through Partnership

AI + Human Collaboration in the Classrooms: Enhancing Learning Through Partnership

Meet Your New Teaching Sidekick:

Ever wish you could clone yourself? One of you could be helping a student with a tough concept, while the other whips up a creative new lesson. What if you had the next best thing?

Come spend two hours with us and discover how AI can be the super-helpful, never-tired teaching partner you’ve always wanted. We’ll skip the scary tech jargon and get right to the good stuff. First, we’ll look at inspiring, real-life examples of how AI is helping teachers spark those “aha!” moments in writing, science, and history—especially for English Learners and students who learn differently.

Then, it’s your turn to play! You’ll team up in small groups to boss the AI around, see what it comes up with, and redesign one of your own lessons on the spot. The whole idea is to let AI handle the grunt work (like drafting ideas or simplifying a text) so your students can do what they do best: thinking critically, getting creative, and blowing you away with their ideas.

You’ll leave feeling energized, not intimidated, with practical tools and a cool new lesson ready to try in your classroom.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

  • A super clear idea of how you, your students, and AI can work together as a team.
  • The secret sauce for writing good “prompts” so the AI actually gives you useful stuff.
  • A “spidey-sense” for spotting when an AI’s idea is brilliant vs. when it’s just plain weird.
  • A freshly redesigned lesson of your own, ready to go, that uses AI as a launchpad for student creativity.
  • Tons of new tricks for making learning more accessible and exciting for every single student in your room.

2 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

Canva for Creativity!

Canva for Creativity!

Get Inspired!

Want to get the most out of Canva without spending hours figuring it out on your own?

In this one hour virtual session, we’ll cover Canva’s essential tools and features every teacher should know, and show you how to get your students started too.

All participants will learn how to:

  • Tap into a bunch of hidden features in Canva for both teacher design and to guide your students
  • Create classroom-ready content that is visual and accessible
  • Design student-facing activities that foster agency and creativity
  • Add students to their account so they also get access to the “pro” Canva tools
  • Best of all, Canva for Education is completely free! Come ready for a fun, interactive hour that will leave you feeling confident and inspired to remix your teaching with Canva.

1 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

  • Stacy Kratochvil
    Teacher and Instructional Technology Coordinator
Empower Your Students as Active Listeners, Critical Thinkers, and Creative Producers Through Gen-Z Media Podcasts

Empower Your Students as Active Listeners, Critical Thinkers, and Creative Producers Through Gen-Z Media Podcasts

The Screen-Free Secret to Student Engagement

In a world of constant digital distraction, how do you capture your students’ full attention and imagination? The answer is simple: you tell them a great story. This session introduces your new secret weapon: incredible, completely free audio dramas and curriculum from Gen-Z Media.

Come learn how these curated, classroom-ready podcasts can create a deeply focused learning environment. We’ll dive into a sample lesson to see how audio can be a powerful tool to enhance comprehension and build student agency. You’ll leave with a massive collection of free resources, ready to bring the timeless art of storytelling to life in your classroom immediately. Great for grades 3-8.

1 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

 

Workshop Instructors

  • Lisa Highfill
    Lisa Highfill
    Integration Specialist for Pleasanton Virtual Academy
From Busywork to Strategy: Automating School Workflows and the Case for AI Integration Specialists

From Busywork to Strategy: Automating School Workflows and the Case for AI Integration Specialists

Reclaim Your Time. Lead with Impact.

Are you drowning in administrative tasks? This hands-on workshop empowers school leaders to automate repetitive work like scheduling, reporting, and communications using powerful, off-the-shelf AI tools. You won’t just learn about technology; you’ll build a working prototype to solve a problem you face right now. We’ll also navigate the critical issues of data privacy and district approval, positioning you to lead the responsible adoption of AI. Leave with a functional tool and a clear vision for building a more efficient and innovative school.

Learners will walk away with:

  • Practical Application & Technical Skills
  • Evaluate and Apply Policy, Ethics, and Security
  • Develop Strategic Leadership and Vision

 

2 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

From Play to Possibility: Using AI and the Power of Student Agency in Learning

From Play to Possibility: Using AI and the Power of Student Agency in Learning

The Curious Classroom: Using AI to Foster Agency, Equity, and Inquiry (PreK-3)

Move beyond the hype and discover how AI can become your most valuable assistant in creating a dynamic, child-centered classroom. This session provides a practical roadmap for using AI as a tool to enhance, not replace, the magic of early learning. It is also relevant for upper elementary educators.

In this session, you will discover how to:

  • Spark Student Agency: Use AI to rapidly build on student ideas, putting them in the driver’s seat of their learning.
  • Champion Equity & SEL: Co-create inclusive stories and scenarios with your students, ensuring every child feels seen, valued, and understood.
  • Master Emergent Curriculum: Transform fleeting moments of curiosity into robust, standards-aligned projects without spending hours on planning.
  • See It in Action: Learn from a detailed case study and the presenter’s direct experience planning powerful, inquiry-based learning experiences.

You will leave inspired and equipped with concrete strategies to thoughtfully integrate AI, making your classroom an even more responsive and joyful place for every learner.

1 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

Move From Stillness to Spark: SKY Breath for Innovative Breakthroughs

Move From Stillness to Spark: SKY Breath for Innovative Breakthroughs

Beyond the Noise: Reclaim Your Inner Quiet & Creative Power

Your most brilliant ideas, your deepest intuition, and your greatest strength don’t come from the chaos of the world. They arise from a place of inner stillness. But in an age of endless distraction and uncertainty, how do we find our way back to that quiet space?

This workshop is your guide. It introduces SKY Breath, a revolutionary, evidence-based technique that serves as a gateway to your inner reservoir of creativity and calm. Learn how to consciously shift out of stress and into a state of focused awareness where your best self can emerge. You’ll be guided through simple breathing exercises that can instantly transform your state of mind, leaving you with a tangible tool to tap into your creative spirit on demand.

1 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

  • Jiazhen Zhang
    7th and 8th Grade Math Teacher, Middle School Math Program Coordinator
The Creator’s Compass: A Makerspace Exploration

The Creator’s Compass: A Makerspace Exploration

Calling all creative educators! Gear up for a hands-on expedition into the world of Makerspaces. We’ll start by unlocking your “maker mindset” and charting a course with design thinking. Then, you’ll dive into a world of creation, using everything from AI image generators to laser cutters, 3D printers, and sewing machines!You won’t leave empty-handed. Throughout your journey, you’ll craft unique treasures—like a custom-engraved mug, a sublimated pouch, or your own stickers. At the end of the day, you’ll pack all your creations into a personalized “Expedition Box” to take with you, filled with keepsakes and amazing ideas for your classroom!

Note: Due to the nature of this workshop, there will be no recording.

 

Workshop Instructors

When AI Plays Favorites: Reimagining Learning to Explore Algorithmic Bias

When AI Plays Favorites: Reimagining Learning to Explore Algorithmic Bias

Remix Your Curriculum: Uncovering AI Bias with Your Students

Ready to tackle one of the most urgent topics in technology? This session gives you a proven playbook for helping students investigate and challenge algorithmic bias.

We’ll explore how a high school math department turned a simple probability lesson into an unforgettable exploration of AI ethics and inclusivity.

In this hands-on workshop, you will:

  • Experience powerful lesson activities firsthand.
  • Discuss how to adapt these ideas for your own curriculum—from math and science to history and art.
  • Analyze how AI image generators can perpetuate stereotypes and what students can do about it.

You won’t just walk away with ideas; you’ll walk away with a ready-to-use lesson plan and a framework for building a more inclusive and critically aware classroom.

2 Hour Live Online Workshop – Will be Recorded

Workshop Instructors

  • Krystal Jones
    National Board Certified Educator, Early Adolescent Mathematics
AI in Tech Tools for Classroom- An exploration, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

AI in Tech Tools for Classroom- An exploration, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Dive into the exciting world of AI-powered educational tools!

Learner Outcomes:

  • Explore how EdPuzzle and Quizizz are leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance teaching and learning
  • Learn how AI features within these platforms can streamline content creation, personalize student experiences, and provide insightful data for informed instruction
  • Discover applications
  • Discuss best practices
  • Explore how these tools can be integrated into your classroom to foster deeper engagement and understanding

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

Back-to-School with AI: Plan Smarter, Create Faster, Teach with Presence

Back-to-School with AI: Plan Smarter, Create Faster, Teach with Presence

Step into the new school year with more space for what matters most, your presence and creativity in the classroom.

Learner Outcomes:

  • Harness the power of AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, & Canva AI as teammates, not replacements
  • Offload the heavy lifting of planning and design.
  • Leverage AI power instead of spending late nights crafting lesson plans, newsletters, or parent communications
  • Collaborate with AI to generate high-quality materials—giving you back the time and energy to focus on building authentic connections with your students.

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

Bringing Out Your ELLs Cultural and Linguistic Capital

Bringing Out Your ELLs Cultural and Linguistic Capital

Get your ELLs speaking and writing more through these highly engaging,  low-prep, easy-to-implement strategies that support academic language development, while honoring the cultural wealth of each student. These strategies can be adapted to all grade bands and language proficiencies.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Participants will develop an understanding of how culturally and linguistically responsive teaching pedagogies coupled with arts education can result in powerful learning.

  • Participants will engage in strategies that can be implemented immediately

  • Participants will walk away with strategies that increase student engagement through culturally and linguistically responsive arts teaching.

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Abby Almerido
    Abby Almerido
    Coordinator - Workforce Development & Organizational Culture
Bringing Project-Based Learning to Life in Mathematics, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Bringing Project-Based Learning to Life in Mathematics, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Are you tired of the age-old math classroom question, “When are we ever going to use this?” Have you ever wondered how academically rich Project-Based Learning (PBL) could be implemented in the mathematics classroom?

Learner Objectives:

  • Learn and explore with award-winning educator and author Maggie Lee McHugh
  • Discover how to implement PBL into the K-12 mathematics classroom with specific examples
  • Review  products students have created using technology
  • Gain resources and tips for implementing PBL
  • Discover small, tangible steps you can take to increase authenticity in your math classroom tomorrow!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

CTRL + ALT + CREATE: A Summer Creativity Retreat for Educators

CTRL + ALT + CREATE: A Summer Creativity Retreat for Educators

Ready to hit refresh?

Join us for CTRL + ALT + CREATE, a hands-on summer creativity retreat where educators explore their own creative power, with a little help from AI. Whether you’re a tech-savvy teacher or just Canva-curious, this workshop will reboot your confidence, curiosity, and creation skills.

Learner Outcomes:

Explore how free apps like Google Gemini and Canva for Education can help you:

  • Spark original ideas for lessons, visuals, and learning experiences
  • Design student-facing activities that foster student agency and creativity
  • Create classroom-ready content that actually excites you (and your students!)
  • Feel empowered using AI in lesson design

Expect to leave with fresh inspiration, tangible resources, and a rebooted belief in your own creative power. Bring your device and be ready to CTRL + ALT + CREATE!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Stacy Kratochvil
    Teacher and Instructional Technology Coordinator
Culturally Responsive Pedagogies

Culturally Responsive Pedagogies

Welcome to an introductory workshop on culturally responsive teaching and pedagogies. This course was built on 3 basic principles:

(1) Culture is an asset

(2) Relationships are the foundation to meaningful learning

(3) With the right tools, we can design schools so that all students will succeed

Learning Outcomes:

This workshop engages participants in the following essential questions that you will be able to apply to your practice:

(1) Who am I as an educator?

(2) Who are my students?

(3) How do students show up in my class?

(4) What are the basics of culturally responsive lesson design?

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Abby Almerido
    Abby Almerido
    Coordinator - Workforce Development & Organizational Culture
Data Science For All, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Data Science For All, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Data literacy, emphasized in California’s new framework, is increasingly vital in our data-driven world. This workshop is suitable for educators of all subjects.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explore CODAP — a free, web-based app that support students in learning and doing data science
  • Play with other user-friendly tools that highlight the interdisciplinary nature of data
  • Come prepared to learn about the data-related skills taught across grade levels
  • Leave with classroom-ready resources to bring data alive in any educational setting

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Krystal Jones
    National Board Certified Educator, Early Adolescent Mathematics
Enhancing Classroom Instruction with Khan Academy, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Enhancing Classroom Instruction with Khan Academy, A Math Workshop Series Presentation

Khan Academy (KA) offers a plethora of resources for teachers and students. You may be familiar with the videos covering math topics from 3rd grade through college, and there is so much more to explore!

Learner Objectives:

  • Learn how KA resources can be used in your classroom tomorrow by assigning content to students and tracking their progress
  • Discover  how to set up your own virtual classroom as well as use Khanmigo
  • Use the AI tool, to help you plan lessons, make exit tickets, create lesson hooks, and much more!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concept

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

 

Workshop Instructors

  • Dr. Kate Garfinkel
    Senior Content Creator, Professional Learning
LEGO Field Day: Build, Code, and Tell Your Story

LEGO Field Day: Build, Code, and Tell Your Story

Join us for a full-day, hands-on LEGO experience where creativity meets coding, storytelling, and play! Whether you’re a seasoned LEGO pro or just getting started, this LEGO Field Day is designed for every educator.

Learner Objectives:

  • We’ll dive into LEGO Essentials, LEGO Storytime, and LEGO Spike kits to explore how building with bricks can unlock student engagement across STEAM subjects.
  • This isn’t just about assembling sets—it’s about building stories, solving problems, and collaborating. You’ll also learn how to bring your creations to life with stop-motion animation, adding a fun digital layer to your physical builds.
  •  Discover lesson ideas, coding challenges, and creative projects that you can roll out right away.

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

Maximizing Student Engagement: The Vision of the California Math Framework, A Math Workshop Presentation

Maximizing Student Engagement: The Vision of the California Math Framework, A Math Workshop Presentation

Explore the vision of the California Math Framework and its emphasis on maximizing student engagement in mathematics.

Learner Objectives:

  • Engage with strategies to uphold high expectations
  • Implement inclusive practices that ensure every voice is heard
  • Provide accessible materials
  • Create supportive learning environments
  • Offer meaningful learning opportunities
  • Discuss how to cultivate a classroom where every student can succeed and remain actively engaged
  • Gain practical strategies to enhance student involvement and deepen their mathematical understanding

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Ma Bernadette Salgarino, Ed.D, NBCT
    Assistant Director, iSTEAM and President, CMC
Micro:bit in Motion: Code, Create, and Drive with Cutebot

Micro:bit in Motion: Code, Create, and Drive with Cutebot

In this full-day, hands-on workshop, we’ll dive into the world of micro:bit, the pocket-sized computer that unlocks coding, creativity, and problem-solving across STEAM disciplines. Whether you’re brand new to coding or already experimenting with micro:bit, this session will level up your skills and show you just how far these tiny devices can take you.

Learner Outcomes:

  • We’ll start with the basics of micro:bit coding (no experience needed!)
  • Learn to bring your programs to life using the Cutebot accessory
  • Discover how to turn your micro:bit into a programmable robot
  • Dive into LED displays, motion sensors, and robotic movement
  • Leave ready to integrate coding, engineering, and design thinking into your classroom

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

Podcasting Made Easy

Podcasting Made Easy

Have you ever wanted to start a podcast but didn’t know where to begin? This session will guide you through the entire process of launching your own podcast from scratch.

Learner Outcomes:

  • Learn how to share insights
  • Discover the art of interviewing colleagues
  • Amplify underrepresented voices in education
  • This session covers everything you need to get started.

Podcasting is not just about broadcasting—it creates space for connection, reflection, and collaboration in education. By the end, you’ll leave with a clear plan to start your podcast right away!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Stacy Kratochvil
    Teacher and Instructional Technology Coordinator
Reimagining Assessment in the Age of AI

Reimagining Assessment in the Age of AI

In this session, we will explore how generative AI can transform assessments to enhance student learning and engagement.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Learn to combine EduProtocols lesson frames with generative AI
  • Create authentic, personalized assessments that are hard to cheat on
  • Provide instant feedback on assessments
  • Streamline grading

Together, we can make assessments more relevant and impactful in today’s classrooms!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Andrea Earl
    Consultant, Professional DevelopmentSpecialist
Sticky Learning- Purposeful Digital Lesson Design With HyperDocs

Sticky Learning- Purposeful Digital Lesson Design With HyperDocs

How long do your lessons stick?  What is it that makes a concept memorable? What kinds of experiences engage thinking in a way that leaves an imprint? Join in to experience these dynamic lessons and learn what makes them different from a digital worksheet. Time will be given to explore many sample lessons, learn best practices for creating your own, and ideas for delivering them in ways to meet the needs of all students.

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Lisa Highfill
    Lisa Highfill
    Integration Specialist for Pleasanton Virtual Academy
Teachers Speaking AI: Strategic Prompt Engineering for 21st-Century Educators

Teachers Speaking AI: Strategic Prompt Engineering for 21st-Century Educators

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of AI in your classroom? Join us for “Teachers Speaking AI: Strategic Prompt Engineering for 21st-Century Educators,” a transformative professional development workshop designed specifically for K-8 teachers navigating the new frontier of AI-enhanced education.In this hands-on, 3-hour workshop (in-person), you’ll master the art and science of prompt engineering—the crucial skill of crafting effective instructions for AI tools that produce exactly the educational content and support you need. No technical background required! Whether you’re AI-curious or already experimenting with these tools in your classroom, this workshop will elevate your skills and confidence.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Learn practical AI strategies
  • Receive ready-to-use templates
  • Gain new perspective on how AI can support (not replace) your unique teaching expertise.

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Jyoti Srivastava
    Woodland School(Portola Valley)-Pk-8th grade.
The AI Classroom: Teaching Essential AI Literacy Skills

The AI Classroom: Teaching Essential AI Literacy Skills

Many students are already using AI, but do they truly understand it? Without guidance, they risk using AI passively. Blindly trusting its outputs, relying on it to do the thinking for them, or failing to recognize its limitations. Developing AI literacy doesn’t require fancy tech or complex tools.

Learner Outcomes:

  • Explore how to build students’ critical AI literacy through engaging, accessible, and even no-tech activities
  • Demystify AI concepts
  • Unpack bias and misinformation,
  • Create relevant resources you can use next year. 

Join us in taking action towards preparing our next generation for an AI-driven world!

Asynchronous Recorded Workshop

Invest in your professional journey with the KCI Learning Pass (click on the registration link for details).  This pass grants you unlimited access to:

  • All workshops (You can currently choose from 7 online/in-person and 12 recorded workshops, with the potential for even more to be offered.)

  • Comprehensive materials

  • Slide decks

  • Recordings to revisit key concepts

  • Live participation in our enriching in-person AND online workshops

While we understand every dollar counts, this one-time investment unlocks a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies that can have a lasting positive impact on your teaching and your students’ learning. You will have access to all materials until March 31, 2025.

Workshop Instructors

  • Stacy Kratochvil
    Teacher and Instructional Technology Coordinator