AI in Education Summit 2026

7:30am HST

Thursday July 9, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am HST

Speakers

Jensen Ball

Partnership Specialist, Workforce Development | HIDOE

Jensen Ball has been assisting educators and supporting leaders in the Hawaii State Department of Education since 2005. With a passion for professional development, Jensen focuses on areas such as leadership, engagement, and service, often drawing inspiration and learning from organizations... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am HST
Coral Lounge & Lobby

8:30am HST

Opening & Welcome

Thursday July 9, 2026 8:30am - 8:45am HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Speakers

Jensen Ball

Partnership Specialist, Workforce Development | HIDOE

Thursday July 9, 2026 8:30am - 8:45am HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

8:45am HST

Keynote: Future-Proofing Education in an AI World: Moving from Compliance to Curiosity

Thursday July 9, 2026 8:45am - 9:45am HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

The world has and continues to change in ways that are difficult to predict, especially when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI). Regardless of the forces at hand, educators play a pivotal role in preparing students for success now and in the future. The best way to do this is to create a disruptive thinking culture in our classrooms and schools that future-proofs learning...
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Speakers

Eric Sheninger

CEO, Aspire Change EDU

Eric works with schools throughout the world, helping educators meet and exceed their potential to improve outcomes for learners. He is the founder and CEO of Aspire Change EDU, a collaborative consultancy designed to provide personalized support to all educational systems. Prior... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 8:45am - 9:45am HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Keynote

9:45am HST

Passing to Session 1

Thursday July 9, 2026 9:45am - 10:00am HST

10:00am HST

Access for All: Unlocking Learning with Assistive Technology & Innovation

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session explores how everyday classroom tools can become powerful supports for students with dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities. We will highlight built-in accessibility features within Google Workspace that educators often have access to—but may not be fully leveraging. Examples include but not limited to Voice Typing in Google Docs for speech-to-text support, Read&Write and...
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Speakers

Jennette Vanderpool, EdD

Education Strategist, CDWG

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

10:00am HST

Exploring Kuleana within Bloom's Taxonomy and AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

In October 2025, there was a suggestion in the Education Week newspaper that Bloom's Taxonomy, a cornerstone of the ideas around teaching and learning, be updated to incorporate the emergence of AI. Oregon State University developed a series of suggestions of how Generative AI can supplement learning, providing examples for remember, understand, apply, analyze, evaluate, and create.With the...
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Speakers

Peng Ratchaworapong

Director of Technology, St. Andrew's Schools

Thanh Truc Nguyen

Interim Director of General Education Office and Specialist Faculty, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

Trúc conducts research in leveraging learning technologies for maximum influence and the Internet's impact on teaching and learning. She has two primary areas of research specialty: online learning communities for teachers and Internet safety issues for schools and families. Safety... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

10:00am HST

Gemini in Google Classroom: An Educator’s Guide

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This interactive session is designed to help you discover how Gemini is now integrated into your Google Classroom workflow. In this session, we'll explore practical strategies to streamline lesson planning, differentiate assignments instantly, and generate creative resources that engage every learner. Leave with ready-to-use techniques to make AI your new favorite teaching assistant.What you will...
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Speakers

Tammy Lind

Senior Strategist, Google for Education Programs, CDW, Google for Education Programs, CDW

Prior to joining CDW, Tammy Lind was an Instructional Coach based in Southeastern Wisconsin. With a background as a former special education teacher, Tammy is dedicated to incorporating innovative technologies to create inclusive and engaging learning environments for all stu... Read More →

Anne Nash

Senior Regional Program Manager, Google for Education

Anne has supported K12 school districts, leaders, and educators as a Regional Manager on the Google for Education team since 2016, and has been with Google since 2012. On the Education team, she dedicates 20% of her time to serving as her team's Accessibility subject matter expert... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

10:00am HST

MagicSchool AI & Beyond: Bringing the 2026 CSTA AI Standards to Life

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore the 2026 CSTA PK-12 Standards and discover how to seamlessly integrate AI concepts across all grade levels. This interactive session goes "beyond" the basics to cover unpacking the standards, practical classroom strategies, and hands-on activities using MagicSchool AI. Join us to dive into standards-aligned projects designed to inspire students and prepare them for success in a world...
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Speakers

Brett Tanaka

Computer Science Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

As the statewide Educational Specialist for Computer Science and AI, Brett focuses on expanding equitable access to computing for all K-12 students. He supports educators through CSTA-aligned professional development and strategic initiatives. Holding an MS in Information Systems... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

10:00am HST

The Assessment Upgrade: Using Statewide Assessment Best Practice for Your AI-Powered Classroom Assessment

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Wonder what happens behind the scenes of state test design? It turns out, the best practices used to build state standardized tests can help inform your development of incredible, high-quality classroom assessments! The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education’s Assessment Section will show you how our Hawaiʻi Authoring Program (HAP) item authoring and Performance Assessment Development...
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Speakers

Jason Nagaoka

Math Test Development Specialist, HIDOE State Office - OSIP/AAB/Assessment Section

Jason Nagaoka is a test development specialist for the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education, focusing on mathematics and interim assessments. He brings 15 years of prior experience as a high school mathematics teacher, including 12 years of leadership as a department chair. Jason... Read More →

Kelsie Pualoa

ELA Test Development Specialist, HIDOE State Office - OSIP/AAB/Assessment Section

Kelsie Pualoa has served as the English Language Arts Test Development Specialist at the Hawai’i Department of Education since 2018. She leads the development and implementation of statewide assessments, ensuring compliance with federal policies and grant requirements. Kelsie specializes... Read More →

Tyler Belanga

Test Development Specialist, HIDOE State Office - OSIP/AAB/Assessment Section

Tyler Belanga is a Test Development Specialist with the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education's Assessment Section, where his work focuses on balanced assessment systems, performance assessment design, and social studies item development. With a background as a middle school educator... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

10:00am HST

Before You Press Generate: A Discernment Framework for AI Stewardship Decisions

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

The HIDOE Employee and Student AI Guidance documents tell us what to consider when adopting AI tools. They do not tell us how to decide. That decision, most visibly whether to authorize student AI access at a school, currently sits with principals, and most have not yet made it. Meanwhile, students are using these tools outside of school every day.This session introduces a three-question...
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Speakers

Michael Ida

Teacher, Math and Computer Science, Kalani High School

Michael Ida is a National Board certified teacher and mathematics department chair at Kalani High School, where he has taught since 1996. He is the 2023 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year, a 2022 Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching, and a 2023 to... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship, AI Curious / Consumer

10:00am HST

The Force Multiplier: AI-Assisted Pedagogical Leadership

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Limited Capacity seats available

The role of the instructional leader has shifted from managing change to leveraging technology to amplify teacher impact. This session explores the intersection of disruptive thinking and artificial intelligence by positioning AI as a powerful force multiplier for school leaders. Participants will move beyond the hype to examine how AI-assisted leadership can reclaim time, personalize professional...
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Speakers

Eric Sheninger

CEO, Aspire Change EDU

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship

10:00am HST

The State of Artificial Intelligence

FILLING

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity filling up

Navigating the rapid rise of AI in education can be overwhelming for school, complex and state level leaders. Join our cross-office team for a clear, actionable overview of where AI stands right now. We will cover:Policy Updates: What the current rules are for AI in schools and offices.Practical Applications: How AI is actually being used in classrooms and offices.Student Privacy: Critical...
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Speakers

Taylor Puuohau

Institutional Analyst, DGA/ OSIP

Taylor Puuohau serves as an Institutional Analyst for the Data Governance and Analysis Branch at the Hawaiʻi Department of Education (HIDOE). In her current role, she oversees research and application review procedures for students and faculty, ensuring the ethical use and governance... Read More →

Garrett Hatakenaka

Data Processing Specialist, OITS

Chad Nacapuy

State Virtual Education Director, OCID

Chad Nacapuy is the State Virtual Education Director for Hawaii’s Department of Education, working within the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design. With extensive experience in online education, Chad oversees the State Distance Learning Program (SDLP) and the State Kaiapuni... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship, AI Curious / Consumer

10:00am HST

Design for Intelligence Lab: Empowering Student Innovation through Design Thinking and AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Design Thinking Hawaii's Design for Intelligence Lab empowers K–12 students to imagine and implement solutions to real‑world problems using artificial intelligence and human‑centered design. Over the past year, we have hosted two statewide competitions that challenged students to address school-based issues such as attendance, college & career readiness, disadvantaged students, and school...
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Speakers

Ian Kitajima

Tech Sherpa / Co-Founder, Design Thinking Hawaii

Ian Kitajima is Co-Founder of Design Thinking Hawaiʻi, where he helps students, educators, and community leaders use design thinking, AI, and entrepreneurship to solve real problems. Based in Honolulu, Ian is known for building bridges between education, technology, business, culture... Read More →

Keith Matsumoto

Administrator / Co-Founder, Design Thinking Hawaii

Dr. Keith Matsumoto has over 30 years of experience with non-profit organization, technology development, program management, and federal contract management. He has over 40 years of experience working with student-athletes, and school administrators and teachers for the development... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Curious / Consumer

10:00am HST

How Hawaiʻi Students Used AI to Deepen Their Creativity

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

When Hawaiʻi students in grades 6 through 12 were invited to use AI in a statewide art competition, the goal was not to hand them a shortcut. It was to put a powerful tool in their hands and let them discover where it extended their imagination and where their own judgment had to lead. This session brings several of those students to the front of the room to share how they iterated on their...
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Speakers

Nicole Cacal

Executive Director, TRUE Initiative

Nicole Cacal, a Pacific Business News 40 Under 40 honoree, is Executive Director of the TRUE Initiative, helping Hawaii’s organizations adopt technology and create tech jobs. Previously, she founded Forbes Ignite, advising companies like American Express and Colgate on innovation... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Curious / Consumer

10:00am HST

From Self-Reflection to Action: How Hawaiʻi DoE and Public Schools Uses AI to Surface Student Well-Being Trends Before They Become Crises

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Every day, students signal how they're doing - but most of that data goes unread until something goes wrong. This session shows how Hawaiʻi DOE is using TrustCircle's AI-powered platform to transform daily student self-reflection into real-time, actionable insights at the school, complex area, and state level. Attendees will see a live demo of how counselors, administrators, and district leaders...
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Speakers

Sachin Chaudhry

Founder / CEO, TrustCircle

Sachin Chaudhry, Founder & CEO of TrustCircle — Building Prevention & Well-Being Infrastructure for K–12 schools, at global scale — powered by one belief: every child deserves to be seen before they struggle, not after. Fast Company #8 Most Innovative in Education (2026... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Transforming Data Insights into Action, AI Curious / Consumer

10:00am HST

AI for MTSS Implementation: Practical Workflows, Guardrails, and Next Steps

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will focus on how school teams can use AI to reduce busywork and strengthen MTSS workflows without replacing educator judgment. We will look at practical use cases such as generating support summaries, drafting meeting agendas, and surfacing students who need support, while also naming the guardrails needed for safe, responsible use.

Speakers

Christina Gillen

Strategic Program Manager, Panorama Education

Christina Gillen is a Strategic Program Manager at Panorama Education, where she leads complex state and district partnerships focused on MTSS, SEL, data-driven improvement, and responsible AI implementation. A former MTSS Coach in Oakland, Christina brings 15+ years of experience... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

10:00am HST

Connecting with ʻEnehana (Technology): Aligning Place and Community with AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Technology is at its best when it strengthens our connections to place and community. In this session, ʻEnehana magazine showcases how Google AI can support work deeply rooted in Hawaiʻi, such as ʻĀina Aloha and other local initiatives. We’ll dive into Gemini and NotebookLM, moving beyond technical basics to focus on purposeful integration. Join this session for an exploration of how AI can...
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Speakers

Amanda Nelson

Advanced Technology Specialist, Office of Curriculum & Instructional Design

Amanda Nelson is the Advanced Technology Specialist at the HIDOE Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design. Her work focuses on building advanced technology pilots and projects that support educators and students throughout the state. This includes her work as the editor of the... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

10:00am HST

Designing with Purpose: Navigating the PBL Project Path with Google AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

How can AI help us map smoother routes to build deeper, more aligned PBL voyages? Everything we do is in service to our students, and this session demonstrates how to map Google’s AI ecosystem to the PBLWorks Project Path. By automating planning, we reclaim time for student coaching and real-time feedback. Focusing on project coherence, we treat the learning journey as a charted voyage. Using a...
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Speakers

Sharyl Lynn Fujii

District Project Based Learning Resource Teacher, HIDOE Windward District

I am a Windward District Resource Teacher on a mission to support educators in implementing high-quality, 'āina-based Project Based Learning (PBL). Drawing on my experience as a PBLWorks National Faculty member and Applied Coaching for Project facilitator, I love helping teachers... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

10:00am HST

Reclaim Your Day: AI Workflow Hacks for Leaders, Coaches & Support Staff

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

From managing site operations and community relations to overseeing complex administrative mandates, educational leaders face immense pressure on their time. This hands-on session demonstrates how to leverage Google Gemini to optimize your leadership workflow. Learn how to use NotebookLM and Custom Gems to analyze assessments and evaluative feedback, draft school-wide communications, and translate...
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Speakers

Jeremy Bunkley

Education Solutions Engineer, Google for Education

Jeremy Bunkley is an Education Solution Engineer at Google, bringing over two decades of dedicated leadership in educational information technology to his role. He is passionate about helping K-12 school districts modernize their digital infrastructure, focusing on the strategic integration... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

10:00am HST

The Program Navigator Pilot: Building a Source of Truth Knowledge Engine

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Limited Capacity seats available

To achieve efficient district operations, school leaders need immediate, actionable answers instead of mountains of static policy documents. This panel session highlights how the Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) launched a pilot program leveraging Google's NotebookLM to build a "Single Source of Truth". You will hear directly from the digital design team and pioneering state office leaders...
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Speakers

Justin Carmichael

Institutional Analyst, HIDOE Office of Fiscal Services

Justin Carmichael is the Institutional Analyst for the Office of Fiscal Services (OFS). A seasoned administrative professional, Justin brings nearly two decades of experience within Hawaii’s educational system to his current role. His extensive background includes serving as the... Read More →

Heather Nekoba

State Office Teacher, Hawaii Teacher Induction Center

With over 25 years of experience in the Hawaii Department of Education, Heather Nekoba has cultivated a multifaceted perspective on the teacher experience. Her career journey has spanned the tri-level system as a classroom teacher, school-level Data Coach, Complex Area Induction and... Read More →

Crissi Doyle

Title IV-A Program Manager, HIDOE, Office of Strategy, Innovation, and Performance (OSIP)

Focused on team culture, Crissi develops relational systems for Title IV-A that turn compliance into measurable impact while honoring the Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ) framework. A national speaker on Title IV-A and building team culture, she also serves as a representative voice for the... Read More →

Kymberly Sparlin

Director, HIDOE OSIP Community Engagement Branch

Shane Asselstine

Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

Shane is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology to transform teaching and learning. With nearly two decades of experience in Hawaii's education system as a classroom teacher and complex area resource teacher, he has a proven track record of driving successful technology initiatives... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

11:00am HST

Lunch

Thursday July 9, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Speakers

Jensen Ball

Partnership Specialist, Workforce Development | HIDOE

Thursday July 9, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

11:45am HST

Keynote: Move 78: The Human Advantage in an Age of AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

In 2016, AlphaGo, Google's AI defeated the world's greatest Go playerthree games in a row. Everyone thought it was over. Lee Sedol, theworld Go champion, didn't give up. Then came Move 78, sounexpected, so deeply human, even the AI couldn't see it coming.The most powerful move in an AI world was never the technology. It was always the human behind it. Leaders have always known this.The question...
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Speakers

Sabba Quidwai

CEO, Designing Schools

Author, educator, and entrepreneur Dr. Sabba Quidwai believes that cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. In an AI-powered world, she helps organizations build trust, encourage creativity, and inspire a collective vision through her role as CEO of Designing Schools... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Keynote

12:30pm HST

Passing to Session 2

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:30pm - 12:45pm HST

12:45pm HST

From AI-Curious to AI-Driven: Level Up Your Google Classroom with Gemini

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Ready to move past the AI hype and see what it actually looks like in practice? Welcome to Google Classroom Gemini and Resources. This session offers a guided tour of the built-in Gemini features designed to supercharge both your teaching prep and student outcomes. We’ll break down the best prompting techniques for educators, explore classroom scenarios, and look at how to use these tools...
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Speakers

Cecilia "CC" Chang

State Office Teacher, Hawaiʻi Teacher Induction Center

Cecilia “CC” Chang is a lifelong learner and proud public school educator with a background in elementary & middle school project-based learning & tech integration. Currently, CC serves as a State Office Teacher at the Hawaiʻi Teacher Induction Center, where she uplifts beginning... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

12:45pm HST

Gemini for NGSS Assessment Generation

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will walk through the Assessment Sections efforts to help develop science assessment items using Gemini and the Google Suite that are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Attendees will learn the considerations used to create three-dimensional science assessment items that can be used for formative and summative assessments and lessons learned in our process....
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Speakers

Melissa LaDuke

Test Development Specialist, HIDOE State Office, Assessment and Accountability Branch, Assessment Section

Melissa C. LaDuke currently serves as a Test Development Specialist, Assessment Section, HIDOE. She earned her PhD in curriculum and instruction from Texas Tech University, her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Hawaii Pacific University, and Master’s degree in chemistry from University of Da... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

Level Up: Building Place-Based Hawaiʻi Games Using Gemini Canvas

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Ready to gamify your Hawaiʻi place-based curriculum? This hands-on session explores Gemini Canvas, a powerful workspace perfect for designing interactive educational games. Walk away with ready-to-use digital templates and the skills to instantly turn your ideas into engaging student experiences by leveraging computer science skills and AI.

Speakers

Amanda Nelson

Advanced Technology Specialist, Office of Curriculum & Instructional Design

Rebecca Diego

Program Manager, Ulu Lāhui Foundation

Rebecca has been a teacher in Hawaiʻi for over ten years, primarily in Hawaiian language immersion public schools, focused on STEM and Computer Science.
She leads the design and implementation of educational workshops and CS curricula that reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of K-12 students, to enhance student engagement, learning outcomes, and equity in STEM education... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

12:45pm HST

Online Safety & Digital Wellness in the Age of AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This interactive session offers practical strategies and resources for supporting online safety and digital wellness for your students, even as technology rapidly evolves. Building healthy relationships with students and fostering open communication are powerful protective factors for mental and emotional health that also help to prevent and manage online risks, such as inappropriate or false...
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Speakers

Christine Christe

State Office Teacher for Sexual Violence Prevention, HIDOE Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design

Christine is the Sexual Violence Prevention Education Resource Teacher for the Hawai‘i State Department of Education. She provides support for curriculum, training, and resources that promote healthy relationships and well-being. With over 12 years of classroom experience, Christine... Read More →

Nadine Marchessault

Health Education Specialist, HIDOE Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design

Nadine serves the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education in the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design as the Health Educational Specialist. She provides support for Health Education in PreK-12 and is dedicated to efforts that strengthen the health, resilience, and total well-being... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

12:45pm HST

Using Gemini and NotebookLM for Student Success

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn to use Gemini and NotebookLM to build student-centered learning experiences. This hands-on workshop covers using NotebookLM for test score analysis and student profiling, and Gemini for creating dynamic assessments. You will also learn to level reading materials and build scaffolds for comprehension. Walk away with an AI toolkit to support data-driven instruction and diverse learner...
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Speakers

Tammy Lind

Senior Strategist, Google for Education Programs, CDW, Google for Education Programs, CDW

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

Before You Press Generate: A Discernment Framework for AI Stewardship Decisions

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Michael Ida

Teacher, Math and Computer Science, Kalani High School

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship, AI Curious / Consumer

12:45pm HST

Hawaii Global Innovation Race: Developing the Next Generation of Ethical AI Leaders

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session highlights how educators across Hawaiʻi designed and implemented a scalable model that combines ethical AI literacy, design thinking, and real world problem solving. Bringing together students from all 15 educational complex areas across seven islands, the program empowers learners to evaluate AI outputs, recognize bias, validate information, and use emerging technologies responsibly...
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Speakers

Kawika Gonzales

Teacher, Kaunakakai Elementary

Kawika Gonzales currently teaches at Kaunakakai School on Molokai. He has an Elementary Education degree and a Master of Science degree in Learning Design and Technology from the University of Hawaii. Throughout his years of teaching, Gonzales has been an innovator in integrating... Read More →

Leah Aiwohi

Secondary Teacher, Kauai High

Leah Aiwohi is a teacher at Kauaʻi High School whose work spans STEM Capstone, Digital and Film Production, and Computer Science. Beyond the classroom, she contributes to statewide and national efforts to expand equitable access to computer science and AI education through leadership... Read More →

Chloe Sato

Secondary Teacher, Kalani High

Chloe Sato is a teacher at Kalani High School in Honolulu, where she has taught Biology, Marine Science, and Integrated Science for the past four years. Inspired by her own teachers from kindergarten through her graduate studies, she has always been driven by a love of learning–from... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship, AI Strategic / Technical

12:45pm HST

Don’t Just Use AI—Build With It: Live App Creation for Educators & Students

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Description: If students are only using AI to write essays, they are already behind. The future belongs to those who can build with AI. It's time to shift our instructional focus from passive consumption to high-level creation, ensuring students graduate with the real-world AI employability skills required for the modern workforce. In this high-energy, hands-on session, we will explore "Vibe...
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Speakers

Stephanie Kortan

Director of District Partnerships, imagi labs

Steph is an educational leader with 8 years of classroom experience and 8 years in EdTech innovation. She bridges district strategy and classroom realities, advocating for equity through intentional AI use. Her mission is to shift education from AI consumption to creation, empowering... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

12:45pm HST

From Papers to Portfolios: Making Thinking Visible

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Limited Capacity seats available

A paper shows what a student knows. A portfolio shows who they are becoming. And in the age of AI, that difference is everything.The world is no longer impressed by what students can produce, AI can do that in seconds. What it can never replicate is the story behind the work: the thinking, the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the growth. That story is your students' greatest advantage. This...
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Speakers

Sabba Quidwai

CEO, Designing Schools

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST
Coral 3-5 Ballroom (Main)

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving

12:45pm HST

Integrating AI and CS with Code.org

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Computer Science as a field is rapidly changing as AI technology continues to make waves. Learn more about how you can bring AI literacy and AI competency in your classroom with Code.org's latest curriculum offerings. Through a variety of hands-on and interactive lessons, students learn not only how AI works, but also how to build it, and how to use it to enhance their fundamental Computer Science...
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Speakers

Chloe Yap

STEMworks Program Manager, Maui Economic Development Board, STEMworks

Anna Sikkink

Computer Science Program Manager, Maui Economic Development Board, STEMworks

Anna Sikkink is the STEMworks™ Program Manager for Computer Science. She oversees the Hawaii regional partnership with Code.org, and is a co-trainer for CS Principles and AP CSA professional learning programs. She holds a BA and MS in Computer Science, as well as a minor in Astronomy... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

From Self-Reflection to Action: How Hawaiʻi DoE and Public Schools Uses AI to Surface Student Well-Being Trends Before They Become Crises

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Sachin Chaudhry

Founder / CEO, TrustCircle

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Transforming Data Insights into Action, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

Streamlining the System: AI-Enhanced Processes for Program Improvement

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

The AI journey at the Hawaii Teacher Induction Center (HTIC) continues to evolve! This session shares our collaborative efforts across the tri-level system as we move toward streamlining processes for program improvement.Explore insights from our Program Navigator pilot, leveraging NotebookLM to build a citation-backed "Single Source of Truth" to support stakeholders with standards-aligned...
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Speakers

Heather Nekoba

State Office Teacher, Hawaii Teacher Induction Center

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Transforming Data Insights into Action, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

12:45pm HST

AI in Practice: Google AI Workflow for Teaching and Training

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Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

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Are you trying to build an AI workflow but finding yourself trapped in an endless cycle of copying and pasting between tabs? You aren’t alone. Join us for a hands-on session where we break down a multi-tool Google AI pipeline built specifically for the realities of modern training and learning environments. We’ll demonstrate how to link the brainstorming power of Gemini, the specialized...
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Speakers

Shane Asselstine

Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

12:45pm HST

Reclaim Your Day: AI Productivity Hacks for Teachers & Instructional Leaders

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Description: Between grading, lesson planning, and endless administrative paperwork, there never seem to be enough hours in the day. This hands-on session shows you how to reclaim your time using Google Gemini to streamline your daily prep and instruction. We will dive into Gemini Canvas to design interactive problem-solving scenarios, build assessments that capture deep student thinking, and...
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Speakers

Jeremy Bunkley

Education Solutions Engineer, Google for Education

Anne Nash

Senior Regional Program Manager, Google for Education

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

Sandbox to Systems: A Journey in Solving School Improvement Workflow Challenges with Gemini and NotebookLM

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

AI adoption is not just about tools - it’s about developing intentional processes that solve real problems, and some of the most effective AI implementations will start with a workflow challenge, not a technology goal. The session would share our team’s journey from AI experimentation to developing school-improvement systems using HIDOE-vetted tools, Gemini, and Notebook LM....
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Speakers

Rampal Singh

State Office Admin, School Improvement

Rampal Singh is a former science educator with a diverse background, including roles as School Improvement Administrator, School Assessment Liaison, and Data Coach. His areas of expertise in professional development include School Improvement processes, Teacher Clarity, Standards-based... Read More →

Elaine Medina

Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

Elaine Medina is an Educational Specialist in the Coordinated Support Office under the Office of the Deputy Superintendent within the Hawai‘i State Department of Education, with over 20 years of experience in teaching, instructional coaching, school improvement, and statewide leadership.She... Read More →

Cindy Henry

Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

Cindy Henry is an Educational Specialist with the School Improvement Section. For over 28 years as a teacher, coach, school level principal, district superintendent, and school improvement specialist, Cindy's focus has been on using a systems approach to improving teaching and learning... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

12:45pm HST

So…I Talk to AI Every Day Now - An Educator’s Journey from Skeptic to Daily User

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Eighteen months ago, I was an AI skeptic. Today, I use it every single day, not just to manage Title IV-A compliance, but to get fashion advice and hack my weekly Costco runs!If you feel anxious about AI or don't consider yourself 'tech-savvy,' this casual 'talk story' session is for you. Grounded in the philosophy that relationships come first, we will bypass the jargon to focus on practical,...
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Speakers

Crissi Doyle

Title IV-A Program Manager, HIDOE, Office of Strategy, Innovation, and Performance (OSIP)

Thursday July 9, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

1:45pm HST

Passing to Session 3

Thursday July 9, 2026 1:45pm - 2:00pm HST

2:00pm HST

Access for All: Unlocking Learning with Assistive Technology & Innovation

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Jennette Vanderpool, EdD

Education Strategist, CDWG

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

2:00pm HST

Online Safety & Digital Wellness in the Age of AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Christine Christe

State Office Teacher for Sexual Violence Prevention, HIDOE Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design

Nadine Marchessault

Health Education Specialist, HIDOE Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

2:00pm HST

Precision Prompting: Supporting ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i AI Outputs for Kaiapuni Instruction

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us for an interactive workshop focused on learning tips and tricks to support ʻŌlelo outputs with prompts. Discover the art of precision prompting to drive AI outputs aligned closest to Kaiapuni Kumu needs. We’ll dive into practical strategies for using Gemini to design targeted lesson materials and NotebookLM to map complex resources to your specific goals. This hands-on session gives...
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Speakers

Amanda Nelson

Advanced Technology Specialist, Office of Curriculum & Instructional Design

Dr. Leilani Nerveza-Clark

Poʻo (Administrator) HIDOE Kaiapuni Distance Learning Program, HIDOE Office of Curriculum & Instructional Design

Aloha! Dr. Leilani Nerveza-Clark is the proud Poʻo (Administrator) of HIDOE’s State Kaiapuni Distance Learning Program. With 23 joyful years in education, she’s on a mission to expand opportunities for Kaiapuni students and build an amazing curriculum accessible to all kumu... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

2:00pm HST

Teaching AI fundamentals in the Middle School Classroom

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

AI isn’t just coming; it’s already here, sitting in your students' pockets and influencing their feeds. But how do we move them from passive users to empowered creators? Join us in this session where we pull back the digital curtain! You’ll walk away with a ready-to-use resources of unplugged activities, neural network puzzles, and hands-on activities that let students build their own simple...
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Jeffrey Payad

Teacher | Computer Science / Cyber Security, Ewa Makai Middle School

I am a passionate computer science teacher at Ewa Makai Middle School. There I teach coding and cybersecurity. I believe that hands on activities are critical to teaching students skills. In my classroom you will see students building computers, collaborating on problems, exploring... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

2:00pm HST

Using Gemini to Create Inclusive Learning Experiences

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that promotes inclusive and accessible learning experiences for ALL learners, including those with disabilities. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), there is a great potential to enhance the UDL framework and create more personalized and inclusive learning experiences for our kids. This session will explore both the...
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Speakers

Tammy Lind

Senior Strategist, Google for Education Programs, CDW, Google for Education Programs, CDW

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Enhancing Teaching and Learning, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

2:00pm HST

AI in Practice: Navigating the AI Readiness Toolkit

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Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

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Join us for an exploration of the Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) AI Readiness Toolkit, a hands-on guide designed to support leaders and key personnel at every level. This session aims to demystify AI through a collaborative "talk story" approach, providing participants with actionable steps and practical templates to assess their site's current AI landscape and navigate the future of...
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Speakers

Shane Asselstine

Educational Specialist, HIDOE State Office

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Strategic Leadership and Digital Stewardship, AI Practitioner / Implementer

2:00pm HST

Design for Intelligence Lab: Empowering Student Innovation through Design Thinking and AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Keith Matsumoto

Administrator / Co-Founder, Design Thinking Hawaii

Ian Kitajima

Tech Sherpa / Co-Founder, Design Thinking Hawaii

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Curious / Consumer

2:00pm HST

Integrating AI and CS with Code.org

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Chloe Yap

STEMworks Program Manager, Maui Economic Development Board, STEMworks

Anna Sikkink

Computer Science Program Manager, Maui Economic Development Board, STEMworks

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Student Creation Inquiry and Problem-Solving, AI Curious / Consumer

2:00pm HST

Driving Success: How District and School Leadership Can Integrate Gemini and NotebookLM

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

In an era of increasing operational complexity and evolving educational standards, school and district leaders face the task of translating vast amounts of disparate data into clear, actionable strategies. This session is designed specifically for administrators, superintendents, and leadership teams looking to move past traditional data silos and harness the power Gemini tools.What you will...
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Speakers

Jeremy Bunkley

Education Solutions Engineer, Google for Education

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Transforming Data Insights into Action, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

2:00pm HST

LLM Wizard: Making AI Work for Educators: Prompt Engineering for Assessment Preparation

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This 50‑minute professional learning session introduces K–12 principals, curriculum coordinators, and teachers to practical strategies for using AI tools with a focus on Large Language Models (LLMs) effectively through strong prompt design. Participants will learn how LLMs respond to prompts and how intentional prompt planning can improve output for various tasks, including class assignments,...
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Speakers

Paul Kleinert, PhD

Educational Specialist, HIDOE Assessment & Accountability Branch

Temitayo Olaoye

Test Development Specialist, HIDOE Assessment & Accountability Branch

Temitayo Olaoye is a seasoned education professional and test administrator with more than 15 years of experience in organizational systems management, English instruction, private academic tutoring, and large‑scale test administration. Her work has consistently centered on improving instructi... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Transforming Data Insights into Action, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

2:00pm HST

AI for MTSS Implementation: Practical Workflows, Guardrails, and Next Steps

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Christina Gillen

Strategic Program Manager, Panorama Education

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

2:00pm HST

AI4Hawaiʻi: Building a Place-Based Resource Hub for ʻĀina Intelligence

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session describes the development and current status of AI4Hawaii, a growing community digital resource hub and workshops/PD initiative focused on building culturally grounded, bi-lingual (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and English) place-based approaches to AI education in Hawaiʻi. Participants will learn how educators, students, and community organizations are co-designing ʻāina-centered AI...
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Speakers

Josiah Hester

Professor and Executive Director, Ulu Lahui Foudnation, Georgia Institute of Technology

Josiah Hester is an Associate Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology and Executive Director of Ulu Lāhui Foundation. He develops sustainable, community-centered computing and AI, with work spanning resilient cyberinfrastructure, Indigenous-led technology design, and culturally... Read More →

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Curious / Consumer

global Y

2:00pm HST

Designing with Purpose: Navigating the PBL Project Path with Google AI

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Sharyl Lynn Fujii

District Project Based Learning Resource Teacher, HIDOE Windward District

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Practitioner / Implementer

global Y

2:00pm HST

Sandbox to Systems: A Journey in Solving School Improvement Workflow Challenges with Gemini and NotebookLM

Thursday July 9, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm HST

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Workflow Innovation and Efficiency, AI Curious / Consumer

3:00pm HST

Thank You & Sweet Treat

Thursday July 9, 2026 3:00pm - 3:15pm HST

Coral Lounge & Lobby

Speakers

Jensen Ball

Partnership Specialist, Workforce Development | HIDOE

Thursday July 9, 2026 3:00pm - 3:15pm HST
Coral Lounge & Lobby

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