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Thursday, October 9
 

8:30am EDT

CS, Community, & Commerce: STEM Nights Spark Connections
Thursday October 9, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Cumberland
Community STEM nights have become a fun and impactful way to provide engagement opportunities for community members and highlight CS-driven careers. MMSA’s Workforce Ready 2030 project, which includes 14 districts around Maine, has supported educators in member districts to host these popular events. In this session, learn valuable insights from a panel of educators who have hosted STEM nights in their communities, and find out how to create a successful event of your own.
Speakers
avatar for Pam Buffington

Pam Buffington

Director of Rural STEM Initiatives, EDC
avatar for Kate Kastelein

Kate Kastelein

Co-PI, Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance
I am a Co-PI on Workforce Ready 2030, and have worked at MMSA in STEM education research for nearly a decade. I'm especially interested in the integration of CS into rural classrooms around Maine. 
Thursday October 9, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Cumberland
  Other

9:40am EDT

MLTI Magic: Dig Cit, CS, AI
Thursday October 9, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EDT
Pine Tree
What happens when computer science and AI team up? Schools and students thrive! Join us for an engaging session that explores the seamless integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence with computer science education, all while promoting responsible digital citizenship. We’ll present the work of the Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI), which unites CS, AI, and digital citizenship to develop innovative, future-ready curriculums that ensure equitable access to computing knowledge for all students. In this interactive session, you’ll learn best practices, explore hands-on strategies, and find inspiration to implement similar frameworks in your own schools. Whether from Maine or beyond, this session is intended for anyone eager to enhance student learning in a tech-driven world. Let’s take the friendship between computer science and AI to a national level!
Speakers
avatar for Jonathan Werner

Jonathan Werner

MLTI Ambassador Program Coordinator, Maine DOE - Learning Through Technology Team
Jonathan has worked in education for over thirty years as a teacher, technology integrator, education attorney, and professional development coordinator. His mission is to support educators to better understand how tech can transform teaching and learning. He is very proud to be a... Read More →
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Nicole Davis

AI & Emerging Technology Specialist, Maine Department of Education
Nicole is the Emerging Technology Digital Specialist for the Maine Department of Education, where she has supported the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into classrooms across the state of Maine for the past two and a half years. With over 20 years of experience as a math... Read More →
Thursday October 9, 2025 9:40am - 10:40am EDT
Pine Tree
  Other
 
Friday, October 10
 

8:00am EDT

Reach My Teach
Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Cumberland
Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Cumberland
  Other

8:00am EDT

Training Educators to Integrate Life and Computer Science
Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Lincoln / Oxford
Increase agricultural literacy statewide by connecting your students with hands-on, technology-driven solutions that address real-world challenges by integrating lessons. Micro:Bits will be provided, but participants should bring their laptops. The target audience of this PD session is Maine middle school science, tech integrators, science, and computer science teachers. Hands-on learning of the physical computing device used with lessons to integrate life science and CS in middle schools.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Oechslie

Angela Oechslie

Director, STEM Pathways & Innovation, Educate Maine
I lead the Project>Login & Maine Mobile BioLab programs at Educate Maine and love to support teachers as they implement computer science in their schools. I am a trained SCRIPT facilitator, the community partner for Girls Who Code, and the regional partner, along with MMSA, for Code.org's... Read More →
avatar for Heather Carlisle

Heather Carlisle

Middle School STEM Educator, Educate Maine
With over two decades of experience ranging from molecular biology labs to middle school classrooms, Heather brings a unique blend of technical expertise and educational insight to her work. She currently serves as a middle school STEM educator on the Maine Mobile BIOLAB with Educate... Read More →
Friday October 10, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Lincoln / Oxford
  Other

9:10am EDT

Carl Hooker - TBD
Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Augusta
Speakers
avatar for Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker

Austin, Texas, HookerTech LLC
Carl has been an educator for over 25 years and has been part of a strong educational shift with thoughtful technology integration ever since his first day stepping into the classroom. From his start as a teacher all the way through becoming a district leader, he’s always held one... Read More →
Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Augusta
  Other

9:10am EDT

These are a few of MY Favorite Things!
Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Howard
In this popular annual session, David Trask will share his favorite tech tools, web sites, and toys that will enhance your productivity both in and out of the classroom! join us. Learn about new things and share yours!
Speakers
DT

David Trask

STEM teacher/Technology Systems Administrator, Vassalboro Community School
Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT
Howard
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Carl Hooker - TBD
Friday October 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Augusta
Speakers
avatar for Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker

Austin, Texas, HookerTech LLC
Carl has been an educator for over 25 years and has been part of a strong educational shift with thoughtful technology integration ever since his first day stepping into the classroom. From his start as a teacher all the way through becoming a district leader, he’s always held one... Read More →
Friday October 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Augusta
  Other

1:00pm EDT

Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine
Friday October 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Fort Western
The Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine or SLAM is made of students from across the state who connect over technology topics and more. Join us to learn about how to participate in the weekly live streams or have an in person event at your school! Turn students into tech problem finders and provide the tools for them to solve those problems.
Speakers
KK

Kern Kelley

SLAM Coordinator / Technology Integrator, Regional School Unit #19
Starting his teaching career in New Zealand, Kern is presently the Technology Integrator at Regional School Unit #19 and Coordinator of the Student Leadership Ambassador program in central Maine. He has provided support to educators for over two decades and has conducted professional... Read More →
Friday October 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Fort Western
  Other

2:10pm EDT

AI, 3D Printing and Classroom Engagement
Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT
Arnold
This course explores practical ways to use AI and 3D printing in education, featuring real student projects. Educators will learn to integrate Canva, Suno and 3D Printing into classes to enhance creativity, efficiency, and digital literacy. Through hands-on activities, participants will gain strategies for AI-powered design, writing, and multimedia projects, preparing students for the future of learning.
Speakers
RR

Randy Rothert

English Teacher, Carrabec High School
RR

Rich Reichenbach

Art Teacher, Carrabec Community School
K-8 Art and Lead STEAM Teacher RSU-74, North Anson Me.
Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT
Arnold
  Other

2:10pm EDT

Ignite Creativity with Book Creator!
Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT
York
Join us to explore innovative methods for enhancing student engagement and creativity with Book Creator. We will showcase two distinct projects: a fable writing initiative and a World War II research project, highlighting how multimedia transforms learning experiences. Discover how to create authentic audiences, empower students to see themselves as authors, and turn written assignments into dynamic multimedia projects. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire creativity in your classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Erin Davies

Erin Davies

Technology Coach, South Portland High School
avatar for Sarah Bailey

Sarah Bailey

History Teacher, South Portland High School
LS

Leah Siviski

English Teacher, South Portland High School
Friday October 10, 2025 2:10pm - 3:10pm EDT
York
  Other
 
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