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Leading Ed Forum 2020

Welcome to Leading Ed Forum 2020. This is the public schedule. Access to sessions is via paid registration. Learn more here and register: https://events.vstereg.org/events/leading-ed-forum-2020/

8:30am EDT

Opening Session: Andrew Ko

Speakers

Andrew Ko

VSTE Andrew Keynote Final 10 5 20 pdf

Tuesday October 6, 2020 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

General Session

9:45am EDT

Building a Cybersecurity Program for K-12

Cybersecurity has become a key topic and strategy that is appearing on the radar of most technical directors. How can you adapt to the rapid changes in technology expectations during COVID-19? With limited resources and multiple priorities, how can you start building a security program that is rooted in best practices and provides the most impact to secure student and school data?

Moderators

Dr. Susan M. Clair

Director of IT/ISO, Richard Bland College

Speakers

Tim Tillman

Chief Information Security Officer, Virginia Department of Education

Diane Carnohan

Chief Security Officer, VDOE

Ashleigh Holmes

Information Security Analyst, Virginia Department of Education

Tuesday October 6, 2020 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

9:45am EDT

Remote Learning Best Practices

How are school divisions navigating moving to remote learning? This session will share best practices using strategies, technologies, tips and tricks to support student learning.

Moderators

Karen Richardson

VSTE/Nonprofit, VSTE

I am the executive director of VSTE, the premier professional development and advocacy organization for educators in Virginia. The Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE) was founded in 1986 as the Virginia Educational Computing Association and is Virginia’s affiliate... Read More →

Speakers

Tim Mays

VSTE Board Member - Coordinator of Instructional Technology and Student Information Systems, Sussex County Public Schools

Heather Askea

Instructional Technology Coordinator, UVAWISE Center for Teaching Excellence

The Center for Teaching Excellence at The University of Virginia’s College at Wise was established to enhance the quality of public education. The Center is committed to serving the professional development and in-service needs of teachers and administrators in the PK-12 schools... Read More →

Kristy Howard

ITRT, Lee County Public Schools

Remote Learning Best Practices pdf

Tuesday October 6, 2020 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

9:45am EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: McGraw Hill

Visit with McGraw Hill Education

Speakers

Lori Coonfield

Tuesday October 6, 2020 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

9:45am EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: The Source for Learning

Speakers

Ruth Okoye

Tuesday October 6, 2020 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

9:45am EDT

Virtual Virginia Expansion: Resources and Outreach

New courses, new professional development, new communities: as VSTE and Virtual Virginia continue their work with the expansion, there are many new opportunities to connect with others as well as with high quality resources for your teachers and students. Connect with VVA and VSTE to learn how they can support your Virtual Virginia rollout.

Moderators

Rod Carnill

Executive Director, VSTE

Rod Carnill is currently the Executive Director for the Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE) where he previously served 6 years on the Board of Directors. In 2020, he retired from Frederick County Public Schools where he served as the supervisor of instructional technology... Read More →

Speakers

Brian Mott

Executive Director, Virtual Virginia

For 40 years, Virtual Virginia has made digital learning available to all learners in the Commonwealth with no barriers to enrollment.

Tuesday October 6, 2020 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

10:45am EDT

Apple Update

Speakers

Ellen Loos

Tuesday October 6, 2020 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

10:45am EDT

Birds of a Feather: Supporting Instruction with an LMS

We are all experiencing the impacts of COVID19 and meeting the challenges of providing the infrastructure, devices and path for remote instruction. Be a part of a panel who will share information on how they use a variety of platforms to support remote instruction.

Moderators

Karen Richardson

VSTE/Nonprofit, VSTE

I am the executive director of VSTE, the premier professional development and advocacy organization for educators in Virginia. The Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE) was founded in 1986 as the Virginia Educational Computing Association and is Virginia’s affiliate... Read More →

Speakers

Diane Harazin

Tim Taylor

Supervisor of Instructional Technology, Shenandoah County Public Schools

I am currently the Supervisor of Instructional Technology for Shenandoah County Public Schools. I'm an adjunct professor at Eastern Mennonite University. I teach courses related to instructional technology. I enjoy learning and teaching and being around those who feel the same way... Read More →

Heather Hurley

Supervisor of Personalized Learning, Arlington Public Schoolsa

I currently serve as a Supervisor in the Department of Teaching and Learning where I oversee the Personalized Learning. I was an elementary Assistant Principal at an Apple distinguished school, where I assisted in the management of an instructional program that included the successful... Read More →

Birds of a Feather Supporting Instruction with an LMS pdf

Tuesday October 6, 2020 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

10:45am EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: Filewave

Visit with Filewave

Tuesday October 6, 2020 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

10:45am EDT

Student Data Privacy in an Age of a Pandemic

Three data privacy leaders will discuss topics related to this essential issue including heightened scrutiny and privacy issues, practical issues in web recording issues and privacy related to app vetting and permissions

Speakers

Louis McDonald

Director of Technology, Fauquier County Public Schools

Louis McDonald has over 40 years experience in information systems management, software engineering, strategic planning and project management. Currently he is the Director of Technology for Virginia’s Fauquier County Public Schools. Prior to joining the K12 division, Mr. McDonald... Read More →

Jim Siegl

Rachel Johnson

Director of Enterprise Solutions, Loudoun County Public Schools

VSTE Leading ED Privacy Session pdf

Tuesday October 6, 2020 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

10:45am EDT

Who's On First? Models of Remote Learning

Witness models of remote learning through the lens of a school division and magnet school. Learn more about how to get teachers and students connected to ensure a positive learning experience.

Moderators

Reginald Fox

Virtual Learning Specialist, Virginia Department of Education

School Administration, Instructional Technology, Virtual Learning

Speakers

Rebecca Hall

Code RVA Regional HS

Keisha Tennessee

Computer Science Technology Specialist, CodeRVA Regional High School

Kimberly Montalvo

Director of Accountability and Assessment, Poquoson City Public Schools

Emily Forrest

Professional Learning & Digital Communications Administrator, Poquoson City Public Schools

Kume Goranson

Executive Director, CodeRVA Regional High School

Joined CodeRVA in January 2020 and feel fortunate every day to be the second Executive Director in the school's history!

Tuesday October 6, 2020 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

1:30pm EDT

Birds of a Feather: LMS Policies and Support

We are all experiencing the impacts of COVID19 and meeting the challenges of providing the infrastructure, devices and paths for remote instruction. Be a part of a panel who will share information on developing policies and division level support related to remote learning including use of tools like LMS.

Moderators

Karen Richardson

VSTE/Nonprofit, VSTE

I am the executive director of VSTE, the premier professional development and advocacy organization for educators in Virginia. The Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE) was founded in 1986 as the Virginia Educational Computing Association and is Virginia’s affiliate... Read More →

Speakers

GiGi Badawi

Assistant Director of Instructional Technology, Chesapeake Public Schools

AJ Phillips

Director, Information and Instructional Technology, Prince William County Public School

Louis McDonald

Director of Technology, Fauquier County Public Schools

Louis McDonald has over 40 years experience in information systems management, software engineering, strategic planning and project management. Currently he is the Director of Technology for Virginia’s Fauquier County Public Schools. Prior to joining the K12 division, Mr. McDonald... Read More →

Birds of a Feather LMS Policies and Support pdf

Tuesday October 6, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Learning More About LTE Mobile Technology from Verizon Solution Architects

This presentation focuses on the technical aspects of LTE technology in supporting remote learning

LTE Overview/radio bands /data plans
Verizon coverage in Virginia
Hotspot technology
Partner ecosystem
Securing data and compliance
Wireless Network best practices

Moderators

Dr. Susan M. Clair

Director of IT/ISO, Richard Bland College

Speakers

Scott Dunaj

Patrick Lasher

Joe LaBenz

Tuesday October 6, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Open Education Resources and #GoOpenVA

Using openly-licensed education resources to support blended and virtual learning options allows divisions to retain a focus on student-centered, culturally-responsive teaching. This session will address how divisions can encourage teachers to use these easily adapted digital resources, through logging in or through LTI connections to the local LMS.

Speakers

Jean Weller

#GoOpenVA Administrator, Virginia Department of Education

Interests: OER, Professional learning for educators, virtual learning, competency-based learning, alternative assessments, maker spaces, libraries, mystery books, cats and dogs. Find me on Twitter at @JeanWeller

Tuesday October 6, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: Extreme Networks

Speakers

Jana Klein

Tuesday October 6, 2020 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Accessible education: digitize, personalize, automate

How do we ensure that our virtual courses are automated, culturally responsive, and accessible to meet the needs of all students? This session will provide more information on utilizing online tools and personalizing the student’s virtual experience.

Moderators

Karen Richardson

VSTE/Nonprofit, VSTE

I am the executive director of VSTE, the premier professional development and advocacy organization for educators in Virginia. The Virginia Society for Technology in Education (VSTE) was founded in 1986 as the Virginia Educational Computing Association and is Virginia’s affiliate... Read More →

Speakers

Katie Fielding

STEM Coach, Prince William County Schools

Katie Fielding is a dedicated STEM Coach in Prince William County Schools Virginia,, with a rich background of 20 years in public education. Having spent 13 years as a science teacher and eight years as an instructional technology coach, Katie deeply understands the challenges and... Read More →

Amy Jackson

Diversity & Inclusion Taskforce, Arlington Public Schools

Ms. Jackson is an educational leader who focuses on combining her love of technology and instructional practices to guide her work in creating a culturally responsive educational landscape. Ms. Jackson has experience as a classroom teacher, ESL teacher, Reading Specialist, building... Read More →

Nicci Dowd

Diversity and Inclusion Taskforce, VSTE

I obtained my Ed.D. in K-12 School Leadership and my Ed.S. in Educational Leadership from Regent University. I enjoy raising awareness about community resources for individuals with disabilities and the importance of being culturally responsive. I serve as an Adjunct Professor at... Read More →

Tuesday October 6, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Key Principles and Standards for Software Adoption

Software and web-based tools play an increasingly important role in teaching and learning whether as part of the management or instruction. Join Jeff Faust as he discussed fundamental principles related to making decisions about adoption.

Speakers

Jeffrey Faust

Chief Technology Innovation Officer, Chesapeake Public Schools (City of Chesapeake)

Without change there is no innovation, creativity, or incentive for improvement. Those who initiate change will have a better opportunity to manage the change that is inevitable.

Tuesday October 6, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Meet the New Virginia Digital Learning Integration Standards of Learning

Formerly known as the Computer Technology Standards of Learning, the Digital Learning Integration (DLI) Standards of Learning (SOL) focus on the development of digital learning competencies in students through teaching and learning experiences. Come learn more about DLI SOL and the upcoming companion documents.

Speakers

Mark Saunders

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Virginia Department of Education

I have been with the Virginia Department of Education since 2004 as a specialist, director, and now coordinator of instructional technology. Prior to my time with the agency, I was a classroom teacher (Kindergarten and Second Grade), webmaster, and technology coach for ten years with... Read More →

Tuesday October 6, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: Canvas

Speakers

Jan Truskolaski

Tuesday October 6, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Sponsor Spotlight: NetRef

Recording Link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/10IEFwEW3ckNSk_xEz354GAz8mxzTTwXt/view?usp=sharing

Speakers

Harrison Parker

Director of Education, NetRef

NetRef is very excited about participating in this year's Region 10 Technology Vendor Fair. NetRef is a comprehensive classroom management and EdTech evaluation tool that enables teachers to create individual Internet policies in their classroom that create focus, eliminate distractions... Read More →

Tuesday October 6, 2020 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT