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You’re invited to join us Tuesday August 12th through Thursday August 14th for the 2025 STEM Summit at the Wenatchee Convention Center! The STEM Summit provides professional learning opportunities for teachers and educational staff members in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics taught by experts and specialists in their fields.

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If you have any questions, please email Pete Phillips.


Type: Artificial Intelligence clear filter
Tuesday, August 12
 

9:30am PDT

Intro to AI
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, shaping future careers and having a profound impact on education! This session provides an accessible introduction to AI concepts, tools, and applications for educators. Participants will explore strategies for incorporating AI into their classrooms to enhance critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. The session will also highlight ethical considerations and resources to prepare students for AI-driven careers.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Tuesday August 12, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
TBA

11:00am PDT

AI Tool Exploration Lab
Tuesday August 12, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Not all AI tools are created equal. In this collaborative session, participants will explore a curated selection of high-leverage AI tools, experiment with their applications, and discuss how they fit into the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Tuesday August 12, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA

1:00pm PDT

Build a Better Prompt: Human-Centered Prompt Engineering
Tuesday August 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
The key to unlocking AI’s potential lies in how you communicate with it. This session explores prompt engineering techniques to help educators get the most out of AI tools for lesson planning, feedback generation, and instructional support.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Tuesday August 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
TBA

2:30pm PDT

Creating Meaningful STEM Networks Through, Podcasting, Blogging, and University Connections
Tuesday August 12, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
This inservice explores what I have learned and gleamed off of building my network and how educators can strengthen their STEM networks by embracing digital tools and community partnerships. Participants will learn best practices for starting a STEM-focused podcast, creating an engaging classroom blog, and forging meaningful connections with local universities. The session will include real-world examples, hands-on activities, and a clear action plan to expand collaboration and enrich STEM learning.
Presenters
avatar for Mitch Stanberry

Mitch Stanberry

NBCT High School Math Teacher, Warden High School
For the past decade, I have been teaching on the East side of the state. My journey began in a traditionally affluent high school, but ten years ago, I made a significant transition to a high minority, low socio-economic high school. This change has been both challenging and enlightening... Read More →
Tuesday August 12, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA

2:30pm PDT

Don't Lose the Learning!: Leveraging AI with Students in a Meaningful Way
Tuesday August 12, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
AI tools are here to stay—but how do we ensure they enhance, rather than replace, learning? In this session, participants will explore when AI is appropriate for both teachers and students, discuss ethical considerations, and develop a classroom AI policy for the upcoming school year.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Tuesday August 12, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
 
Wednesday, August 13
 

9:30am PDT

Battle Bots: Chatbot Creation Lab
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Ready to build? Custom AI powered chatbots can be an extremely powerful way to save you time, engage in critical thinking, and remove barriers to educational tasks. In this hands-on session, participants will create their own AI chatbots using a structured framework of support. The challenge will encourage problem-solving, creativity, and an understanding of AI decision-making processes. Who will build the most effective bot?
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
TBA

11:00am PDT

How Washington's Interactive Chatbot Has Been Refined to Boost Student Engagement and Expand Access to Financial Aid & Increasing Postsecondary Enrollment
Wednesday August 13, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Learn about Washington's AI-informed chatbot, OtterBot, and how it helps Washington students access and enroll in college by using text messaging to support students and families with the college planning and financial aid application processes. Explore how OtterBot continues to adapt its outreach and messaging in response to learners' and families' shifting needs using behavioral science principles and generative AI.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA

1:00pm PDT

Maximizing Efficiency with AI
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Time is a teacher's most valuable resource. This hands-on session will explore AI-powered tools that streamline tasks such as lesson planning, grading, and communication—helping educators save time while enhancing their effectiveness.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
TBA

2:30pm PDT

Creating Meaningful STEM Networks Through, Podcasting, Blogging, and University Connections
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
This inservice explores what I have learned and gleamed off of building my network and how educators can strengthen their STEM networks by embracing digital tools and community partnerships. Participants will learn best practices for starting a STEM-focused podcast, creating an engaging classroom blog, and forging meaningful connections with local universities. The session will include real-world examples, hands-on activities, and a clear action plan to expand collaboration and enrich STEM learning.
Presenters
avatar for Mitch Stanberry

Mitch Stanberry

NBCT High School Math Teacher, Warden High School
For the past decade, I have been teaching on the East side of the state. My journey began in a traditionally affluent high school, but ten years ago, I made a significant transition to a high minority, low socio-economic high school. This change has been both challenging and enlightening... Read More →
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA

2:30pm PDT

Tech Tool Speedrun 2025
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing landscape of educational technology? In this high-energy session, we'll explore as many tech tools as possible in 60 minutes! From AI-powered assistants to interactive learning platforms, each tool will be introduced with a brief description, practical applications, and potential classroom uses. Walk away with a list of new tools to explore and implement in your teaching practice.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Wednesday August 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
 
Thursday, August 14
 

9:30am PDT

EdTech and SELf-Efficacy
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Technology can be a powerful tool for student growth, but how do we ensure it fosters confidence rather than dependence? This session will explore the intersection of EdTech best practices and the SEL competency of self-efficacy. Participants will examine how technology can support students in overcoming challenges, building perseverance, and engaging in meaningful learning experiences. We’ll also discuss how AI can be leveraged to help students develop problem-solving skills while maintaining a sense of ownership over their learning.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
TBA

9:30am PDT

Enhancing Neuroplasticity with AI in Learning
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am PDT
Did the keynote spark your curiosity? Join us in a collaborative workshop and explore the intersection of AI and neuroscience, transforming insights from the keynote into actionable practices for intentional, meaningful instructional design that supports cognitive growth and learning. Together, we'll challenge assumptions, reflect on our practice, and collaboratively reimagine how AI can enhance -- not replace -- the incredible complexity of human learning.
Presenters
avatar for Missy Widmann

Missy Widmann

Co-Founder, President, Neural Education
We knock down the barriers of stress, bias and emotional reactivity with powerful, practical and proven neural-informed learning practices so that all students can learn.
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am PDT
TBD

9:30am PDT

Meet the Podcasters - PL Talks: Stefan, Cari, and Andy
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Come visit with the crew and be a part of a STEM Summit Podcast, PL Talks version
Presenters
avatar for Andy Boyd

Andy Boyd

WA Math Regional Coordinator, North Central Education Service District
Pre-Conference: Building Thinking Classrooms 101Price: $125.00Registration - https://www.pdenroller.org/psesd/catalog/175011This introductory pre-conference session is designed for newcomers to Building Thinking Classrooms. Participants of the main Building Thinking Classrooms Conference who are unfamiliar with the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework are highly encouraged to participate in this p... Read More →
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA

11:00am PDT

SAMR, UDL, and EdTech Best Practices
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
What makes technology integration truly effective? In this session, educators will explore the SAMR model, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and other research-based best practices to design a meaningful technology-enhanced learning activity for their students.
Presenters
avatar for Stefan Troutman

Stefan Troutman

Education Technology Specialist, NCESD
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA

1:00pm PDT

AI Expo
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Understand AI's Impact on Rural Communities:
  • Equip participants with knowledge about AI technologies and their transformative potential in rural settings, especially in industries like agriculture, healthcare, and education.
Foster Collaboration Between Community Leaders and Educators:
  • Create opportunities for networking and partnership-building to jointly develop AI initiatives that benefit the community.
Develop Practical Strategies for AI Implementation:
  • Guide attendees in identifying specific community needs and formulating actionable plans to effectively implement AI solutions.
Promote Ethical and Inclusive Use of AI:
  • Emphasize the importance of ethical considerations and inclusivity to ensure AI benefits are accessible to all community members, including marginalized groups.
Presenters
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Sue Kane

NCW Tech Alliance
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
TBD
 
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