Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings has introduced new challenges, notably the emergence of AI-driven cyberbullying. This session examines AI deepfakes and manipulated media as we review the ethical and legal implications for our schools and students, focusing on keeping kids safe in our digital world.
Dr. Jason Reeves just completed his 19th year in education and his 6th as an administrator with the Alma School District, where he was honored to be awarded the 2023 Arkansas Secondary Asst. Principal of the Year. He recently defended his dissertation study focused on technology's... Read More →
Dr. Robin Finley is beginning her 37th year as an educator in Arkansas. She has been a teacher, coach, athletic director, counselor, building administrator, district administrator, adjunct professor, and Digital Learning Coordinator for DESE. She additionally managed and created social... Read More →
Tuesday July 29, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT Pope (SCC)
Participants will learn about the importance of instructional coherence and how to support the necessary steps to align systems for clarity, capacity, and connections. This session will identify targeted supports and strategies that align instruction with evidence based practices and include a comprehensive approach to collectively support students in their learning journey.
Dr. Marcia Smith is the Deputy Superintendent for Springdale Schools and an adjunct professor at the University of Arkansas. She earned a Ph.D. from the University of Arkansas in Curriculum and Instruction, a Specialist degree in Educational Administration, a Master's degree in Curriculum... Read More →
Are you looking to take a data-driven approach to accelerate learning, promote equity, and meet the needs of the whole child all in one place? eduCLIMBER from Renaissance Learning offers an interactive system that integrates whole child data into a single platform. District status reports for school board meetings in minutes. Intervention groups populated in seconds. Track student growth and the impact of curriculum resources throughout the year. You'll also see built-in tools for intervention tracking, collaborative workflows for leaders, teachers, and coaches, effectiveness reporting, and so much more.
Key takeaways will include: * Support the whole child through data-driven academic and intervention data. * Strengthen Tier 1 instruction and promote proactive and early Tier 2 and 3 interventions. * Evaluate effectiveness and improve outcomes for every student and school. * Data management made easy – it’s all here!
AI can simplify tasks such as scheduling duties, managing meetings, and organizing observations. It can also assist in creating memos, newsletters, and handbooks. In this session, we’ll explore how AI can support your role as an administrator while also providing some tools to help you help your teachers integrate AI into their daily tasks and prepare for its use in the classroom. If time allows, we will talk a little about AI Policy.
Dr. Robin Finley is beginning her 37th year as an educator in Arkansas. She has been a teacher, coach, athletic director, counselor, building administrator, district administrator, adjunct professor, and Digital Learning Coordinator for DESE. She additionally managed and created social... Read More →
Tuesday July 29, 2025 12:20pm - 1:05pm CDT Fulton (SCC)
Navigating the complexities of special education can be challenging, but with the right tools, it becomes an opportunity to empower both educators and students. FastBridge Assessments by Renaissance Learning is a game-changing solution designed to support screening, intervention, and progress monitoring—particularly for students with IEPs, 504 plans, and those in tiered interventions. This session will explore how FastBridge serves as a comprehensive, data-driven resource that empowers Special Education and general education educator teams with the insights needed to create targeted interventions, reduce guesswork, and maximize student success.
What You Will Learn: * How to streamline screening and progress monitoring with time-saving assessments for RTI/MTSS. * Best practices for setting appropriate, data-backed goals for students, and how to track their progress and growth with ease. * How FastBridge’s automatic intervention recommendations help reduce the time spent on decision-making while increasing the effectiveness of skill targeted instructional strategies. * The value of FastBridge’s Screening to Intervention Report and its integration with IEP report language, providing clear, actionable insights for Special Education teams. * How to utilize FastBridge’s social-emotional behavior assessments to ensure holistic support for every student. * The ease of use and efficiency of FastBridge in providing real-time data without overwhelming your team or students.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your SPED department with the power of FastBridge!
Tuesday July 29, 2025 12:20pm - 1:05pm CDT Salon C (M)
This session will guide school and district leaders in developing and refining AI policies using state-provided toolkits and best practices. Participants will explore the ASBA-provided AI Policy and the Virtual Arkansas Planning Guide for AI: A Framework for School Districts to create actionable steps for district-wide implementation and classroom integration. Whether your district is drafting its first AI policy or refining an existing one, this session will highlight key focus areas for administrators, technology staff, and educators. Attendees will leave with a curated list of resources and practical strategies to move forward with AI adoption in their schools.
Dr. Robin Finley is beginning her 37th year as an educator in Arkansas. She has been a teacher, coach, athletic director, counselor, building administrator, district administrator, adjunct professor, and Digital Learning Coordinator for DESE. She additionally managed and created social... Read More →
Wednesday July 30, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am CDT Drew (SCC)
This session will guide school and district leaders in developing and refining AI policies using state-provided toolkits and best practices. Participants will explore the ASBA-provided AI Policy and the Virtual Arkansas Planning Guide for AI: A Framework for School Districts to create actionable steps for district-wide implementation and classroom integration. Whether your district is drafting its first AI policy or refining an existing one, this session will highlight key focus areas for administrators, technology staff, and educators. Attendees will leave with a curated list of resources and practical strategies to move forward with AI adoption in their schools.
Dr. Robin Finley is beginning her 37th year as an educator in Arkansas. She has been a teacher, coach, athletic director, counselor, building administrator, district administrator, adjunct professor, and Digital Learning Coordinator for DESE. She additionally managed and created social... Read More →
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am CDT Drew (SCC)
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to explore AI-powered tools that help teachers work smarter, not harder. This session will introduce a variety of AI solutions designed to save time, enhance instruction, and engage students. Walk away with a toolkit of teacher-friendly AI resources to support your staff—and who knows, you might even uncover a tool or two to make your own work a little easier. No classified intel—just practical tools ready for action!
