NCED Connect Symposium Fall 2026: Full Schedule

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8:00am EDT

Thursday October 1, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EDT

Thursday October 1, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Guilford Ballroom Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

9:00am EDT

Gotta Engage ’Em All: Collab Edition

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

Calling all collaboration trainers! Build your ultimate collaboration strategy deck as you experience, battle, and evaluate classroom-ready strategies. Explore student talk, movement, vocabulary, reasoning, and critical thinking, then power up your favorite strategies for your own content and grade level. Gotta engage ’em all!

Speakers

Caty Carmendy

Instructional Coach, Mooresville High School

My name is Caty Carmendy, and I am the Instructional Coach of Mooresville High School. I have an extensive amount of experience as a technology liaison with other school districts to help with 1:1 or other technology initiatives, as well as presenting PD at conferences, not limited... Read More →

Erin Trahan

Math Teacher/Department Chair, Mooresville High School

My name is Erin Trahan. I have been teaching high school math for 27 years in Louisiana, Florida, and North Carolina. I have taught AP statistics, I am an AP Statistics reader for the College Board, and I serve as one of the Instructional Coaches for Mooresville High School. I have... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

AI and Information Security in education

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

This interactive session will explore how educational institutions can benefit from ISO Information Security Management and ISO Artificial Intelligence Management standards. Participants will examine practical ways these frameworks can support data protection, responsible AI use, risk management, policy development, and institutional trust.

Speakers

Engin Ozturk

Engin Ozturk is a cybersecurity instructor and IT coordinator with 20+ years of international experience in teaching, training, and administration from KG to university level. Some major certifications he holds include Information Security Management, Artificial Intelligence Management... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Charting a Cyber-Smart Future

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom E

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover how to turn gamified learning into actionable classroom insights with Cyber-PARK, a K–5 cybersecurity platform developed at UNCW. Learn to use student gameplay data to pinpoint critical knowledge gaps, seamlessly integrate interactive modules into your daily routine, and initiate meaningful conversations to build a cyber-smart future.

Speakers

Ellie Ebrahimi

Associate Professor, UNCW

Dr. Ellie Ebrahimi is an associate professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She has a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Clemson University. Her career goal is to find new ways to adapt and improve ideas and theories to help STEM education and workforce development... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom E Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

E-Rate Roadmap: Mapping Your Route to Funding Success

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Turnberry

Limited Capacity seats available

Before the funding comes the planning. This interactive panel session focuses on the pre-funding phase of the E-Rate cycle, including needs assessments, competitive bidding, timelines, and common pitfalls. Participants will hear practical advice from E-Rate practitioners, ask questions, and leave with actionable tips to help position their organizations for a successful funding year.

Speakers

Adam Benjamin

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Sue Boros

State E-Rate Coordinator, Department of Public Instruction

What shall we talk about? Our families, our hobbies, football or E-Rate? I'm game.

Sabrina Steigelman

State E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Dr. Sabrina Steigelman serves as the State E-Rate Coordinator for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction's Office of Digital Teaching and Learning, where she supports school connectivity, digital learning initiatives and digital citizenship efforts across the state. A... Read More →

Chris Whitlock

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Turnberry Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels

9:00am EDT

From DLMI Response to Statewide Report: Making Your Data Count

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Arrowhead AB

Limited Capacity seats available

See how Public School Unit responses to the 2025–26 Digital Learning and Media Inventory were transformed into statewide Break/Fix report materials. This session will trace key findings back to the specific DLMI questions used, explain how repair rates and technology costs were calculated, and examine common reporting issues that required clarification or reconciliation. Technology teams will leave with practical guidance and a pre-submission checklist to help them provide accurate, consistent, and defensible data in future collections.

Speakers

Ashley McBride

Digital Learning Initiative Consultant, NCDPI

Dr. Ashley McBride is the Digital Learning Initiative Section Chief for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Her role is to support PSUs and schools with their understanding and implementation of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. You can reach out to Ashley... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Arrowhead AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership

9:00am EDT

Behavior Management

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Auditorium III

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn the fundamentals of entering behavior data in NCSIS. This session will walk through the behavior entry process, including creating incidents, adding participants, assigning behavior events and resolutions, and completing required fields. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how accurate data entry supports state reporting and ensures consistent discipline records. This session focuses on behavior entry in NCSIS and is intended for users responsible for entering discipline data.

Speakers

Wanda Jackson

SIS Coordinator, Clinton City Schools

Wanda Jackson is the Student Information System (SIS) Coordinator for Clinton City Schools in North Carolina. She brings more than 20 years of experience in technology, administration, education and customer support, including extensive expertise with Infinite Campus and K–12 student... Read More →

Amy Powell Moman

Data and Analytics, NCDPI

Amy is in the Office of Enterprise Data and Reporting at NCDPI. As part of her role, she is involved in various aspects of data collection, management, governance, analysis, and reporting for schools, PSUs, and NCDPI. Some of the SIS related projects she works on are the state level... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Auditorium III Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

End Enrollment: NCSIS Procedures and Best Practices

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Tidewater AB

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will provide hands-on training in managing accurate end-enrollment processes within Infinite Campus. The purpose of the session is to strengthen participant understanding of proper end-enrollment procedures to ensure data accuracy, prevent overlapping enrollments, and support successful student transitions for the upcoming school year. Participants will learn how to properly no-show students, process W2 dropouts, and roll students forward into the next academic year. The session will include live demonstrations, guided practice, collaborative discussion, and scenario-based learning within sandbox sites. The instructional design is grounded in adult learning theory and emphasizes relevance, collaboration, and immediate application. Participants will leave with practical skills, digital resources, and best practices aligned with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction expectations and data governance standards.

Speakers

Shantell Hemingway

SIS Admin, Triad Math & Science Academy

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Tidewater AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Insights: Data at your fingertips

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Sandpiper

Limited Capacity seats available

Insights: Need data at your fingertips - and, also need to push this data to the fingertips of others? Insights is the way to do both! In this session, we will walk through the steps to create a custom Insights template you can share with others. The sky is the limit with this tool!

Speakers

Holly King

Director of Technology, Dare County Schools

Submitted with other proposal

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Sandpiper Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Lunch Counts? Demystifying Lunch Setup

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Tanglewood

Limited Capacity seats available

How can two students check in at the same time, yet one is present and the other absent? In Infinite Campus, attendance depends on instructional minutes, lunch setup, and thresholds. Learn how these interact, identify errors, and improve reporting accuracy.

Speakers

Melissa Kidd

PowerSchool Coordinator, Randolph County School System

With over 18 years in education and more than a decade focused on student information systems, Melissa specializes in helping schools make sense of the systems they rely on every day. Her work focuses on grading, attendance, scheduling, and data accuracy, and she's known for turning... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Tanglewood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

9:00am EDT

NEW! PMR Extract Reports

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Guilford G

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn about the new PMR Extract Reports available in Infinite Campus and how they can support your PMR review process. This session provides an overview of each report and the data it contains. Please note that this is an overview of the reports and their purpose, not a detailed training on PMR reporting procedures.

Speakers

Tessa Hine

Catherine Mau

Lead Student Accounting Analyst, School Business & Finance, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Guilford G Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

9:00am EDT

Standards Refresh: Updating Standards-Based Grading in NCSIS

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Blue Ashe

Limited Capacity seats available

New standards will be used in NC next year—are your grading setups ready? In this session, participants will learn how to import the new standards, align or replace current standards, and update existing standards-based grading setups. We will also review the necessary follow-up steps to ensure the updated standards display and function correctly on report cards. Attendees will leave with a clear process for updating their configurations while maintaining accurate grading and reporting.

Speakers

Erin Foil

SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Blue Ashe Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

9:00am EDT

Course Codes: Blueprint for Success

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Augusta AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Accurate course coding is the blueprint for student success. Explore how North Carolina course codes support scheduling, reporting, graduation pathways, and student records from elementary school through graduation. Gain practical knowledge, key resources, and reporting tools to help maintain high-quality, compliant course data.

Speakers

Cami Narron

SIS Support Analyst - Courses & Grad Plans, NCDPI

Cami is a SIS Support Analyst for Courses & Grad Plans and has been working at NCDPI for the past eleven years; now on the Data and Reporting/SIS Team. She holds a degree in Graphic Design and loves working with schools starting with volunteering, substitute teaching, then school... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Augusta AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

9:00am EDT

From Data to Action with Infinite Campus

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Victoria Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Infinite Campus contains valuable student data, but how can it be used to improve outcomes? Participants will learn how to leverage reports and tools to identify at-risk students, monitor interventions, track graduation readiness, and make data-informed decisions that support student success.

Speakers

Betsy Navel

High School Counseling Coordinator, Cabarrus County Schools

With 29 years of experience in school counseling at both the middle and high school levels, I currently serve as the High School Counseling Coordinator for Cabarrus County Schools, a role I have held for the past six years. I am passionate about supporting student success through... Read More →

Mary Smith

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Victoria Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

9:00am EDT

NCEdCloud Data Flows & Updates

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

Guilford D

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will cover the latest updates to the NCEdCloud IAM Service, including a review of how student and employee data gets into the system. We'll also take a look at the current options for MFA and discuss troubleshooting tips and tricks.

Speakers

John Mairs

Section Chief - PSU Tech Services, NCDPI

John currently leads the PSU Technology Services team at NCDPI, who manages the NCEdCloud IAM Service, Student UID System, and Staff UID System. A former charter school CTO, John is passionate about lowering the barriers to digital curriculum and personalized learning while ensuring... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Guilford D Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

Embedding ISTE into Daily Practice

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Meadowbrook

Limited Capacity seats available

Stop checking boxes and start building a rhythm! This session moves ISTE Standards from a "someday" goal to a daily reality. Using a modular Canvas pathway to scaffold growth, you'll discover a sustainable "Standard-a-Month" workflow. Leave with a roadmap to turn your LMS into an engine for student agency and 21st-century innovation.

Speakers

Allyson Medlin

District Digital Teaching & Learning, Davidson County Schools

This is my third year serving as a Digital Teaching & Learning Coach. I spent the previous 17 years in the classroom in the elementary setting before moving into this position. Technology has always been a passion of mine. My goal is to help teachers intentionally use technology in... Read More →

Libby Moretz

ITF, Davidson County Schools

Libby is a seasoned digital learning coach with more than a decade of experience partnering with students and educators to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences. She is a certified K–12 Spanish teacher with both in-person and virtual classroom experience. Her work is... Read More →

Sue Tobin

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Meadowbrook Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning

9:00am EDT

The Power Trio That Drives Learning

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Imperial Ballroom GH

Limited Capacity seats available

Meet the instructional power trio: differentiation, formative assessment, and feedback. Experience classroom-ready strategies to respond to student needs in real time, then build quick-check assessments, feedback routines, and differentiation moves. Come ready to think, create, and leave with resources you will actually use.

Speakers

Lauren Boucher

Consultant, NCDPI

Lauren Boucher has been in public education for 20 years. She has taught 3rd grade, gifted education in grades K-8, and was a district level Digital Teaching and Learning Coach for more than 8 years. She joined the NCDPI as the Southeast Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant in January... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Imperial Ballroom GH Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

9:00am EDT

Beating Barriers & Bumps

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Carolina

Limited Capacity seats available

Effective instruction practices should remove barriers and create more inclusive learning experiences. Explore how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility focused practices support learner variability, increase engagement, and improve access to learning. Leave with ready-to-use resources and ideas to support the needs of students.

Speakers

Brian Whitson

Piedmont-Triad Digital Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Brian, an ISTE + ASCD Certified EdTech Leader, serves as the Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant for the Piedmont Triad Region at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. He served as an instructional coach, technology facilitator, and STEM/science teacher in Rowan-Salisbury... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Carolina Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

Choosing Joy

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Biltmore AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Choosing Joy is an interactive and engaging professional development hosted by classroom teachers. This session is geared towards developing practical solutions to incorporating joy and fostering human relationships for the benefit of both teachers and students.

Speakers

Kylee Marshaachalk

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Biltmore AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

Accessibility for ALL!

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Colony B

Limited Capacity seats available

Join this hands-on workshop to eliminate digital barriers and meet WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA mandates using UDL principles. Experience screen-reader simulations, engage in peer reviews, and use live Canvas and Adobe Express sandboxes. Master the "7 Pillars of Digital Design" to remediate your documents and confidently audit content before deadlines.

Speakers

Lisa Guzman

Digital Teaching & Learning Supervisor, Public Schools of Robeson County

Lisa Guzman leads the Digital Learning & Instructional Systems (DL&IS) department for the Public Schools of Robeson County, serving as the strategic bridge between academic curriculum and district technology across grades K-13. With a deep commitment to modernizing the educational... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Colony B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Cyber & AI: Essential Skills for Today's Classroom

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Colony A

Limited Capacity seats available

Cybersecurity is a critical skill set for students in today's AI-embedded world. As AI reshapes how threats are created, detected, and defended against, this session shares standards-based strategies, student scenarios, and ready-to-use cybersecurity resources educators can bring directly into K-12 classrooms.

Speakers

Meredith Ward Hill

Emerging Technologies Consultant, NCDPI

Meredith Ward Hill serves as the Emerging Technologies Consultant at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where she leads the state's AI education strategy for PK-13 public schools. Prior to this role, she served as a digital learning consultant, district media specialist... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Colony A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

9:00am EDT

ML/Title III Framework: Aligning Systems

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Blandwood

Limited Capacity seats available

Supporting multilingual learners requires more than effective programs—it requires aligned systems. In this session, participants will explore how Title III requirements can be integrated with local multilingual learner (ML) programs to create cohesive, sustainable systems that improve student outcomes.

Speakers

Susan Walz

Education Consultant, Department of Public Instruction

I am Michigan-born and raised, but for the past 20 years, North Carolina has been home. When I first moved to North Carolina, I was waiting for my Clinical Mental Health Counselor license and took a part-time position working with ESL students. I quickly discovered a passion for supporting... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Blandwood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Charter Tech Director Collab Meeting

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Imperial Ballroom D

Limited Capacity seats available

Charter school digital leaders face a unique set of challenges, from tight budgets to lean teams. You don't have to figure it out alone. Join us for the first official in-person gathering of the Charter Tech Director Collaborative—a grassroots network built by charter tech directors, for charter tech directors. This interactive session is designed to get us talking, sharing resources, and crowdsourcing solutions. The agenda will be shaped by the immediate, real-time needs of the attendees, with invitations extended to state E-rate and Digital Learning staff to provide expert insights. Come meet your peers, share your hurdles, and help us build a lasting support network.

Speakers

John Bray

Director of Instructional Technology, Discovery Charter School

John Bray has taught science for grades 6-12, and engineering for grades 6-10. He is currently the Director of Instructional Technology, the SIS Coordinator, and the Testing Coordinator for Discovery Charter School in Bahama, NC.

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Imperial Ballroom D Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels

9:00am EDT

NCEES District Administrator Insights

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Morehead

Limited Capacity seats available

Attendees will review existing law and policy related to NCEES, reflecting on their own LEA/school practice and identifying areas for modifying current practices.

Speakers

Jason Rebman

Director of Licensure and HR Reporting, Durham Public Schools

Served as a science teacher Harnett County Schools for 7 years, assistant principal at Durham Public schools for 8 years, and now going on 2 years as a staffing coordinator with Durham Public Schools. Focus of work is NCEES implementation improvements, data analytics, and systematic... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Morehead Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate

9:00am EDT

Ad Hoc / Early Warning & Insights Workshop

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Grandover East

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts and skills covered in previous Ad Hoc and Early Warning & Insights sessions to their own district projects, priorities, and action items. For those looking for additional practice, the Infinite Campus Training team will provide optional hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.

Speakers

Margaret Rowland

Erik Davis

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Grandover East Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Beyond the Login: Maximizing the Infinite Campus Parent Portal

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Pebble Beach

Limited Capacity seats available

Connecting families to student growth and daily school life is easier than ever with the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. This practical, hands-on session focuses on setting up, managing, and maximizing the portal to strengthen family engagement across your school or PSU. Participants will explore administrative setup routines, security controls, and account activation workflows, including issuing parent activation keys and resolving common login issues. The session will also cover configuring real-time notifications for grades, attendance, and food service, as well as using portal tools for school announcements and document sharing. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and best practices for maximizing the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and creating stronger connections between schools, students, and families.

Speakers

Ginger Huffstickler

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Pebble Beach Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

9:00am EDT

OLR Workshop

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Grandover West

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts and skills covered in previous OLR sessions to their own district projects, priorities, and action items. For those looking for additional practice, the Infinite Campus Training team will provide optional hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.

Speakers

Mike Paulson

Carolee Letourneau

Sr. Training Specialist, Infinite Campus

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Grandover West Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

User Security & Configuration Workshop

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Victoria Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts and skills covered in previous User Security and Configuring Infinite Campus sessions to their own district projects, priorities, and action items. For those looking for additional practice, the Infinite Campus Training team will provide optional hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.

Speakers

Tony Serpico

Stephanie Thompson

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Victoria Ballroom A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

9:00am EDT

Vibe Coding in Infinite Campus

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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Victoria Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn a practical approach to working with Infinite Campus data using GPT tools. See how to turn questions into SQL, refine results, and validate accuracy. Includes a live demo, ODBC setup tips, and guidance you can apply with free or paid GPT tools.

Speakers

David "Nelson" Surles

Director of Data Integration and Accountability

David "Nelson" Surles is the Director of Data Integration and Accountability for Durham Public Schools. He leads the district’s work in student data systems (Infinite Campus), accountability reporting, and analysis, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and practical use of dat... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Victoria Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

9:00am EDT

Back for another CRDC? So am I.

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Auditorium II

Limited Capacity seats available

Every CRDC collection brings new questions and considerations. Designed for attendees familiar with the CRDC process, this session covers the latest federal updates, lessons learned, and key considerations to help districts prepare for the upcoming reporting cycle with confidence.

Speakers

Terra Lynne Dominguez

Business Systems Analyst II, Department of Public Instruction

Terra Lynne Dominguez is a Business Systems Analyst II with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where she serves as the EDFacts Coordinator, SEA CRDC Coordinator, and supports the CEDARS Data Warehouse. She works across program areas to coordinate federal reporting... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Auditorium II Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate | Leadership, Intermediate

10:00am EDT

Beyond Bots: AI Ethics IS InfoLit&DigCit

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Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

School librarians will be empowered to lead the conversation about GenAI ethics. We’ll move beyond productivity to explore GenAI concepts in collaboration with AASL and NC standards. Learn to integrate AI literacy into K-12 curricula and leave with a Collaborative Ethics Toolkit to champion critical thinking and integrity across all subject areas.

Speakers

Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning

Mollee Holloman is currently serving as the School Library Education Consultant for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in the division of Digital Teaching & Learning. A steward of stories and curator of worldly experiences using text + tech, she's driven to help adapt... Read More →

Kristy Sartain

Lead Librarian, New Hanover County Schools

I serve as the Lead Librarian for New Hanover County Schools. Before stepping into district leadership, I spent twelve years as a secondary school librarian, cultivating a deep understanding of student needs, school needs, and how a school librarian can be a tremendous asset to b... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

10:00am EDT

Campus Learning: Utilizing Quizzes

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Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Tidewater AB

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will equip participants with the ability to utilize the quiz tool in Campus Learning. Creating quizzes, question banks, randomizing quizzes, and assigning with time-based settings will allow teachers to assess student understanding, and streamline the grading process all within NCSIS.

Speakers

Erin Wolfhope

Educator on Loan - NCSIS Educator Support, Burke County Public Schools

Erin is an experienced public school educator that strives to build connections through relationships in order to lead meaningful learning experiences. She's a wife, mom, and doctoral student. She's a curious introvert that loves to talk about books. Erin is an Educator on Loan to... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Tidewater AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels

10:00am EDT

Marzano in the Ring Engagement Smackdown

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

Step into the ring for an Engagement Smackdown where active learning meets Marzano’s research-based instructional practices! Experience high-impact strategies featuring collaboration, critical thinking, movement, gamification, and student choice. Try each strategy, advance your favorites, and leave with classroom-ready ideas.

Speakers

Caty Carmendy

Instructional Coach, Mooresville High School

Erin Trahan

Math Teacher/Department Chair, Mooresville High School

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Pixels with Purpose: K-12 Screen Use

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom E

Limited Capacity seats available

When conversations about student screen time arise, leaders need to move beyond counting minutes to evaluating learning. Explore the ICAP and Triple E Frameworks to assess digital learning experiences, identify high-value technology use, and gain practical strategies for leading meaningful conversations about purposeful screen use in education.

Speakers

Jennifer Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI

Jennifer Graham is the North Central Digital Teaching and Learning Consultant with NCDPI and she is a passionate advocate for engaging, learner-centered professional development. With 29 years of experience in a North Carolina school district, she has served as a teacher, instructional... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom E Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Safety on the World Wide Web

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Colony C

Limited Capacity seats available

Research shows that in today’s online world, there is a great need for digital citizenship training. The goal of this session is to inform educators of the importance of the NC laws regarding digital citizenship and training at all grade levels. We will evaluate available resources that educators can take back to their schools for use.

Speakers

Christina Overcash

Librarian, Thomasville High

Christina Overcash has worked in education for 24 years. She started as a Special Education teacher at the high school level. After working with students on a graduation project, she developed a love of teaching research and helping students be successful in classroom assignments... Read More →

Crystal White

School Library Media Specialist, Thomasville City Schools

Crystal White has been a NC educator over 20 years. She started as a classroom teacher and taught Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade before moving into the Library Media Center. The role of Library Media Coordinator has turned into a dream job where she gets to integrate... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Colony C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

10:00am EDT

E-Rate Roadmap: Navigating the Funding Lane

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Turnberry

Limited Capacity seats available

The funding window can feel like rush hour traffic. This panel session focuses on filing, Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) reviews, documentation, and responding to requests during the funding phase. Attendees will hear lessons learned from the field, participate in Q&A, and collect practical tips for keeping their applications moving smoothly.

Speakers

Adam Benjamin

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Sue Boros

State E-Rate Coordinator, Department of Public Instruction

What shall we talk about? Our families, our hobbies, football or E-Rate? I'm game.

Sabrina Steigelman

State E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Chris Whitlock

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Turnberry Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels

10:00am EDT

Breaking Up: Canvas to Campus Learning

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Arrowhead AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Join Nash County Public Schools as we share lessons learned from transitioning from Canvas to Infinite Campus Campus Learning. Explore strategies for educator support, change management, and system adoption, while collaborating with peers to identify future enhancements for Campus Learning.

Speakers

Caroline Aycock

Director of Digital Teaching and Learning, Nash County Public Schools

Caroline Aycock is the Director of Digital Teaching and Learning for Nash County Public Schools. With over 15 years of experience in education, including classroom and district leadership roles, she supports initiatives related to instructional technology, artificial intelligence... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Arrowhead AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate

10:00am EDT

Attendance: From Roll Call to Reports

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Blue Ashe

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a practical overview of managing student attendance in Infinite Campus for data managers and attendance staff. Participants will learn how to monitor classroom attendance, complete daily attendance processing, use the Attendance Entry Wizard for efficient data updates, and generate key attendance reports. Emphasis is placed on accurate data handling, understanding attendance codes, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with the tools and workflows needed to maintain accurate and timely attendance records.

Speakers

Nicole Ballance

Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Nicole is a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant and has been working at NCDPI since January 2024. She holds a bachelor's in Electronics & Computer Technology from the North Carolina A&T State University, a master's in Occupational Safety from East Carolina University, and... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Blue Ashe Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Course Code Life Cycle

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Augusta AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Ever wonder how a course code travels from a state release to a student transcript? PSU NCSIS team members learn to navigate through the school year journey of state course codes in NCSIS-IC. Explore best practices, avoid common pitfalls, and see how accurate course setup supports reporting, graduation requirements, and more!

Speakers

Cami Narron

SIS Support Analyst - Courses & Grad Plans, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Augusta AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Incident Validation Review

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Auditorium III

Limited Capacity seats available

Accurate discipline data begins with regular review and validation. This session provides an overview of the new Incident Validation reports available in NCSIS, what information each report contains, and how they can help PSUs identify data quality issues throughout the school year. Attendees will learn how these reports support ongoing auditing of discipline data, improve reporting accuracy, and help ensure compliance with North Carolina discipline reporting policies.

Speakers

Wanda Jackson

SIS Coordinator, Clinton City Schools

Amy Powell Moman

Data and Analytics, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Auditorium III Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

10:00am EDT

PMR Data Review

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Guilford G

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn a step-by-step process for reviewing and verifying Principal's Monthly Report (PMR) data before submission. Participants will identify common errors, validate reporting requirements, and explore best practices for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely state reporting.

Speakers

Karen Jimeson

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Karen serves as an SIS Professional Learning Consultant within the Office of Enterprise Data and Reporting at the NC Department of Public Instruction. With 16 years of dedicated SIS experience, Karen supports North Carolina’s Data Managers and SIS Coordinators by making complex... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Guilford G Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

10:00am EDT

My CIMC and Me: Getting CCP Audits Right

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Sandpiper

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to organize and execute a CCP course audit that is efficient, transparent, and sustainable—helping ensure students have access to accurate, high-quality postsecondary opportunities.

Speakers

Stephanie Adams

Meredith Weipert

Director of Testing and Accountability/PowerSchool, Randolph County School System

Meredith currently serves as Director of Testing and Accountability/Student Information Systems for the Randolph County School System. A 25-year educator, she has worked as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and school principal. At the heart of her work is supporting her amazing... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Sandpiper Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Uncover the Mysteries of Staff UID

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Guilford D

Limited Capacity seats available

The Staff UID System has been doing its thing since 2009 — but how does it actually work?! In this session, we'll cover the purpose and basics of the Staff UID System, look at how data from payroll gets over to Staff UID, and discuss tips for navigating the system and diagnosing data issues.

Speakers

John Mairs

Section Chief - PSU Tech Services, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Guilford D Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

10:00am EDT

Excelerate Your Day - Beginners

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Victoria Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Unlock the full potential of your daily workflow with our introductory Excel session designed for beginners. Attendees will learn navigation shortcuts, master time-saving data techniques like Flash Fill & Transpose and apply foundational formulas & formatting to transform raw data into actionable insights.

Speakers

Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment and Information Systems, Johnston County Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Victoria Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Digital Accessibility in Google Docs

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Colony B

Limited Capacity seats available

Google Docs is a common tool for instruction, communication, and collaboration, but documents must be designed with accessibility in mind. In this session, participants will learn practical strategies for creating more accessible Google Docs, including headings, links, alt text, tables, lists, and readable formatting.

Speakers

Josh Barton

Josh Barton is the Digital Accessibility Coordinator with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where he supports digital learning, accessibility, and inclusive technology practices across North Carolina schools. His work includes developing guidance, resources, professional... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Colony B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Powering PLCs with SchoolNet Data

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Blandwood

Limited Capacity seats available

Transform SchoolNet into a PLC catalyst! Grounded in Hattie’s Visible Learning and DuFour’s PLC model, this hands-on session uses CFAs to drive student growth. Move beyond scores to build collective efficacy through pre/post-tests and real-time instructional shifts. Bring a device to explore features that fuel collaborative decision-making.

Speakers

Wendy Fusco

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Buncombe County

Wendy Fusco is the District Instructional Technology Facilitator for Buncombe County Schools and applies her 25 years of experience in the field to support 45 schools across grades K-12. She is also the district coordinator for the FIRST Lego League elementary teams to help foster... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Blandwood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate | Leadership, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Read to Rise: A Reading Challenge

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Colony C

Limited Capacity seats available

Research shows that time spent reading increases student reading growth. This session shares information about planning, implementing, and evaluating a reading challenge to support Mo Green’s Achieving Educational Excellence plan. Participants will leave with a plan for implementing their own reading challenge at their school or district level.

Speakers

Christina Overcash

Librarian, Thomasville High

Crystal White

School Library Media Specialist, Thomasville City Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Colony C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Cybersecurity is Everyone's Job

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom F

Limited Capacity seats available

Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. In this interactive session, participants will explore strategies for building a culture of digital trust and cyber resilience. Through real-world examples and collaboration, attendees will learn how educators, leaders, and technology teams can strengthen cybersecurity across their schools.

Speakers

Regina Smith

CTE- Cybersecurity/Computer Science Teacher, Kearns Academy-Guilford County Schools

Regina Smith, is a National Board Certified educator with over 10 years of experience teaching computer science and cybersecurity and more than 25 years of industry experience in business and information technology. She teaches at Kearns Academy of Computer and Information Sciences... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom F Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | NCSIS, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Fine Arts: Technology, Growth, & Mastery

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Biltmore AB

Limited Capacity seats available

How can performance-based courses demonstrate measurable growth? Using a live student ensemble as a case study, this session explores how recordings, digital portfolios, rubrics, and student reflections can transform performances into evidence of standards mastery. Participants will leave with practical assessment and documentation strategies.

Speakers

James Robinson

James L. Robinson, II is entering his eighth year in education and serves as Director of Bands at North Wilkes Middle and High School in Wilkes County, North Carolina. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Limestone University, a Master of Music in Wind Conducting from... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Biltmore AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Building Connected School Communities

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Meadowbrook

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover how digital media can strengthen school communication and community engagement. Explore practical, low-cost strategies for newsletters, digital signage, student-led broadcasting, and live streaming. Leave with real-world examples, implementation tips, and ideas to better connect with students, families, staff, and the community.

Speakers

Orhan Kul

I am an Information Technology and Public Relations Communications professional with more than 17 years of experience in K–12 education. Throughout my career, I have led initiatives in school communications, digital media, technology integration, and community engagement.

My w... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Meadowbrook Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Intermediate | NCSIS, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate | Leadership, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Google Apps: Secrets Revealed

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Carolina

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover hidden features and time-saving tips in Google Apps that can boost classroom efficiency. Explore lesser-known shortcuts, organization tools, and creative instructional strategies that enhance teaching and learning. Leave with practical, ready-to-use ideas you can immediately apply in your daily workflow.

Speakers

Grant Haynes

Digital Learning Systems Coordinator, Cleveland County Schools

Grant is the Digital Learning Systems Coordinator for Cleveland County Schools. He started out working as a math teacher in 2009 before transitioning to technology in 2011. Grant has had the opportunity to present all over the state through programs like NCBOLD, NC Coaching Collaborative... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Carolina Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Level Up Learning, Gamify with AI

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

What happens when game design meets pedagogy? Explore how gamification can transform classroom learning from passive participation into active progress. Grounded in research on self-determination theory, this session will help educators understand how purposeful game mechanics can increase motivation while supporting academic goals.

Speakers

Lindsey Sipe

Southwest Regional Consultant, NC DPI

Lindsey Sipe brings over 18 years of expertise in digital teaching and learning, beginning her career as an elementary school teacher before moving into a leadership role at the district office for one of the largest urban school districts in the nation. Currently serving in the role... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Vibe Securing - Intro to Cyber & AI

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Colony A

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore how AI is changing the K–12 cybersecurity landscape without abandoning the fundamentals that already work. Participants will examine emerging risks and leave with practical short-term actions and ways to stay informed.

Speakers

Cory Rankin

NC K-12 Cybersecurity Program Lead, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Meredith Ward Hill

Emerging Technologies Consultant, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Colony A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators Coaches & SLMC Leadership NCSIS

11:00am EDT

How to Train Your Algorithm

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Imperial Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Our online behavior trains what algorithms show us next. Participants will explore how clicks, watches, likes, shares, searches, and pauses shape digital feeds. Attendees will connect these ideas to media literacy, misinformation, digital citizenship, bias, and digital wellness.

Speakers

Mollee Holloman

School Library Education Consultant, NCDPI Digital Teaching & Learning

Sabrina Steigelman

State E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Imperial Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

11:00am EDT

From Compliance to Culture

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Arrowhead AB

Limited Capacity seats available

From LMS compliance training to PD and PLCs, educator learning is often passive and inefficient. This session introduces the C.A.R.E. Framework and R.E.D.E.S.I.G.N. Model, showing how AI can support redesign work. Participants leave with practical, usable strategies to improve learning systems.

Speakers

Mandy Armstrong

Digital Systems and Learning Coordinator/Records Compliance Officer, Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf

I wear many hats at the Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf. I have expertise in policy development, compliance training, staff development, and the strategic use of AI to improve efficiency and strengthen systems. With a focus on practical application and engagement, I specialize... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Arrowhead AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

11:00am EDT

NCEES Tools: Lead and Build Capacity

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Morehead

Limited Capacity seats available

This session equips evaluators with NCEES resources and training templates to streamline staff evaluations. Participants will explore evidence-based questions to provide actionable feedback and customize templates for district-specific needs, ultimately fostering educator growth

Speakers

Jennifer Bass

NCDPI NCEES Consultant, NC Department of Public Instruction

Jennifer has been working as an educator in NC for 34 years in a variety of school, district and state level roles, ranging from elementary teacher and instructional coach, school administrator, district level elementary coach, DPI Professional Development Coordinator and Regional... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Morehead Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Absence Requests Processing

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Tidewater AB

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a practical overview of absence request processing within Infinite Campus Workflow. Participants will learn how to configure workflows, manage submission and approval steps. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to optimize absence management processes to improve efficiency within their day to day operation.

Speakers

Carrie Hankins

SIS Coordinator, Pender County Schools

I have been with Pender County Schools for 20 years, serving in multiple roles. I have been the SIS Coordinator for 12 years. I currently lead a team of 20 school level data managers.

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Tidewater AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Academic Planning Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Victoria Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts and skills covered in the previous Academic Planning sessions to their own district projects, priorities, and action items. For those looking for additional practice, the Infinite Campus Training team will provide optional hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.

Speakers

Tony Serpico

Stephanie Thompson

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Victoria Ballroom A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Census / Custom Forms Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Grandover West

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts and skills covered in previous Census and Custom Forms sessions to their own district projects, priorities, and action items. For those looking for additional practice, the Infinite Campus Training team will provide optional hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.

Speakers

Carolee Letourneau

Sr. Training Specialist, Infinite Campus

Mike Paulson

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Grandover West Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Help Me! Creating Custom Menus

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Victoria Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

Come learn about creating custom menus and tools to provide just in time help documents right where your users expect it!

Speakers

Tim MacArthur

Executive Director of Research, Assessment, and Student Information, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

With 15 years in education at the school and district level, the highlight of my career has always been the opportunity to collaborate and grow alongside others. I started as the Director of Student Information and Reporting and SIS Coordinator for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Victoria Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Making the Grade in NCSIS

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Auditorium II

Limited Capacity seats available

Ensure a smooth and accurate end-of-term grading process in NCSIS. During this session, participants will review the complete workflow—from managing grading windows and monitoring in-progress grades to verifying posted grades, producing report cards, and posting final grades to student transcripts. Attendees will explore key reports and tools for identifying missing or mismatched grades, entering necessary corrections, and confirming that credits and GPA information are recorded appropriately. The session will also highlight important safeguards surrounding the Transcript Post Wizard and practical considerations for handling grade changes after posting. Participants will leave with strategies and resources to support a consistent, reliable end-of-term process within their PSU.

Speakers

Erin Foil

SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Auditorium II Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Modifying Households

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Auditorium III

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore the tools used to manage household data in the Census module of Infinite Campus. Learn to update household memberships, relationships, and addresses, handle multiple household situations, and resolve common data issues such as missing guardians, duplicate households, and incomplete addresses.

Speakers

Nicole Reyes

IT: SIS Coordinator, Orange County Schools

Nicole Reyes is the SIS Coordinator for Orange County Schools.

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Auditorium III Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

OLR Tips and Tricks

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Augusta AB

Limited Capacity seats available

What are the best practices to make OLR work for your school, this session will help with some of the best features that OLR has to offer.

Speakers

Jennifer Fogleman

District Enrollment and Student Data Coordinator, TMSA Public Charter Schools

Jennifer Fogleman serves as the District-wide Enrollment and Student Data Coordinator for the TMSA Public Charter School System. Jennifer brings more than 15 years of experience in student information systems, data management, and K–12 operational support.
Jennifer previously worked with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where she served as a Regional SIS Professional Learning Consultant. In that role, she designed and delivered statewide SIS training, supported districts with implementation and troubleshooting... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Augusta AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Responsive Scheduling

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Guilford D

Limited Capacity seats available

Rather than focusing on how to build Ad Hoc queries, this session is about what you can do with them. Come ready to share, learn from others, and leave with practical ideas you can take back to your PSU.

Speakers

Holly King

Director of Technology, Dare County Schools

Submitted with other proposal

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Guilford D Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

SASA Updates and Best 1 of 2 PMR

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Guilford G

Limited Capacity seats available

Stay up to date on the latest School Attendance and Student Accounting (SASA) guidance and policy changes impacting North Carolina public schools. This session will provide an overview of recent SASA Manual updates, highlight the Best 1 of 2 PMR reporting and ADM funding, and discuss what these updates mean for your district. Attendees will also hear about upcoming changes, common questions, and available resources. Please note that this session focuses on policy and reporting requirements rather than step-by-step processes in the NCSIS.

Speakers

Rob Dietrich

Chief Data Officer, NCDPI

Catherine Mau

Lead Student Accounting Analyst, School Business & Finance, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Guilford G Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Scheduling Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Grandover East

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will have dedicated time to apply the concepts of generating student course requests and using the scheduling planning tools for middle and high school schedules. The Infinite Campus Training team will provide hands-on activities designed to reinforce key learning objectives. Participants are encouraged to sit with others who share similar roles or responsibilities, creating opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and best practices with peers from other districts.
Prerequisites to follow along with the activities

Login credentials to the district sandbox site
At least one school calendar must be rolled to the 27-28 school year in the district sandbox site
Students must be rolled into the 27-28 calendar in the district sandbox site

Speakers

Erik Davis

Margaret Rowland

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Grandover East Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Too many people in IC.

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Pebble Beach

Limited Capacity seats available

We will look at how to combine those duplicate people IC records so when you search you only have one record for each person in IC.

Speakers

Anita Willis

SIS Coordinator, Carteret

I am a proud native of Carteret County, North Carolina. After spending seven years living in Virginia, I returned to my roots. I've been happily married for 41 years‚ to the same wonderful man‚ and am a proud mother of two and grandmother ("Nana") to two. My career in education... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Pebble Beach Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Workflows That Work

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Sandpiper

Limited Capacity seats available

Managing requests and data workflows doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this session, participants will explore practical, scalable solutions for streamlining work order and process management using Google Forms and the AutoCrat add-on.

Speakers

Meredith Weipert

Director of Testing and Accountability/PowerSchool, Randolph County School System

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Sandpiper Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

11:00am EDT

Attendance Kiosk/Hall Pass Workflow

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Blue Ashe

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a comprehensive look at setting up and managing electronic hall passes to improve school safety and minimize classroom disruptions. Participants will learn how to configure administrator settings, establish time limits, and navigate the teacher dashboard to monitor active student movement in real-time.

Speakers

Jennifer Chapman

Student Information Systems Trainer, Cumberland County Schools

Jennifer Chapman is the SIS Trainer for Cumberland County Schools. This is her 3rd year presenting at the NCED Connect Conference. I have worked for Cumberland County Schools for 22 year.

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Blue Ashe Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

11:00am EDT

Excelerate Your Day - Intermediate

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Victoria Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Elevate your data management skills in this intermediate-level session, "Excelerate Your Daily Experience." Designed for those looking to move beyond spreadsheet basics, this workshop focuses on practical, advanced techniques to streamline your data analysis and visualization workflows.

Speakers

Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment and Information Systems, Johnston County Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Victoria Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate | Leadership, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

TIMS & Infinite Campus

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Tanglewood

Limited Capacity seats available

TIMS & Infinite Campus will provide an overview of the data interactions between the two systems; from managing student bus requests in Campus to importing TIMS Bus Assignments onto student transportation pages.

Speakers

Kevin Hart

TIMS Program Manager, NCSU-ITRE

Kevin Hart is an NCSU-ITRE Program Manager for the statewide Transportation Information Management System (TIMS). Kevin holds a Masters Degree in Applied Social Research and has been a TIMS Project Leader since 2008.

Drew McGomery

TIMS Project Leader, TIMS Support

Drew McGomery is the TIMS Project Leader from UNC-Charlotte, specializing in TIMS School Bus Routing and Student Data Management between Campus and TIMS

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Tanglewood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

12:00pm EDT

Lunch

Thursday October 1, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT

Guilford Ballroom

Thursday October 1, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Guilford Ballroom Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

1:00pm EDT

Library Partners: Growing AI Fluency

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Colony A

Limited Capacity seats available

Join this school librarian guide for a hands-on AI adventure! Explore tools, practice prompt “recipes,” and discover quick ways to help students build AI fluency, digital citizenship, and ethical habits one classroom-ready activity at a time.

Speakers

Susanne Mullis

Media Coordinator, Pitt County/D. H. Conley High School

Susanne Mullis is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience and is currently serving as a high school media coordinator. Passionate about providing all students with equitable access to literacy, STEAM, and technology, she champions impactful collaborations across schools... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Colony A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

Vibe Coding: Opportunity and Risk

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Colony C

Limited Capacity seats available

Vibe coding is rapidly changing how applications are developed, empowering teachers and students to instantly build custom applications. But what happens to student data privacy and district cybersecurity when anyone can generate and deploy software?

Speakers

John Bray

Director of Instructional Technology, Discovery Charter School

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Colony C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Differentiation Made Doable with BriskAI

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Meadowbrook

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover how Brisk AI can make differentiation more manageable and engaging. Participants will explore real classroom applications, create differentiated instructional materials, and choose between two learning pathways: creating content with Brisk Next or exploring student-facing learning supports with Brisk Boost.

Speakers

Kalo Haslem

Instructional Tech Facilitator, Harnett County Schools

I am an educational professional with extensive experience developing and implementing multidimensional lessons across a variety of content areas and digital tools. As an ISTE Certified EdTech Leader, I specialize in thoughtfully integrating technology into instruction to strengthen... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Meadowbrook Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

Wouldn't That Work for Everyone?

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Arrowhead AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Ever wonder what the Department of Adult Correction can teach us about universal K-12 success? This high-energy session will unlock personalized strategies that foster learner agency for ALL students. We'll dive into real-world scenarios and share resources that you can immediately adapt to transform instruction across your school or district!

Speakers

Lauren Boucher

Consultant, NCDPI

Jennifer Graham

NC Regional Consultant, NCDPI

Niki Garrou

School Interventionist, NCDAC

Ms. Garrou is a Title 1 Interventionist at Foothills Correctional Institution with 2 and a half years of experience teaching in the Department of Adult Correction. For most of her teaching career, she taught exceptional children at the middle and high school level. She started teaching... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Arrowhead AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

Meet Claude Cowork: AI for Education

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Biltmore AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover Claude Cowork... An AI desktop assistant that doesn't just answer questions, it gets things done. Through live demos and real audience participation, this session shows educators, coaches, tech staff, and administrators exactly how AI can save time and reduce repetitive tasks in their daily work.

Speakers

Kenneth Josef

Network Specialist, Cumberland County Schools

Kenneth Josef is a Network Specialist and Digital Learning Innovator with Cumberland County Schools, an Air Force veteran, and an advocate for the practical use of AI in K–12 education. A former fifth-grade teacher with a master’s degree in education, he combines classroom experience... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Biltmore AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | NCSIS, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

Building K-5 AI Literacy & Strategies

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom GH

Limited Capacity seats available

Ready to bring AI to K–5? Join this interactive, station-rotation workshop on early AI integration! Get hands-on with unplugged activities and digital sandboxes while connecting AI to durable skills like critical thinking. Leave with tested tools, resources, and a framework to prepare young learners for an AI-driven future!

Speakers

Brooke Johnson

Miranda Ketcham

Teacher, Stokes County Schools

Miranda Ketcham is a 4th grade teacher at King Elementary School in Stokes County with 18 years of experience teaching across kindergarten through sixth grade. An early adopter of technology, she brings an intentional focus on building AI literacy in her classroom. Miranda is passionate... Read More →

Kimberley Thompson-Hairston

Director of Media and Technology & PIO, Stokes County Schools

Dr. Kimberley Thompson-Hairston is a seasoned educational leader and technology strategist with over 18 years of experience in K–12 and higher education. She currently serves as Director of Media and Technology and Public Information Officer, overseeing district-wide tech initiatives... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom GH Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

Drone Soccer: Future-Ready STEM Learning

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom F

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will examine how Drone Soccer can transform student engagement through hands-on STEM learning. Through demonstrations and real-world examples, attendees will explore implementation strategies, funding opportunities, and student outcomes that make Drone Soccer a powerful tool for developing future-ready learners.

Speakers

Anthony Woodyard

Chief Information Officer, Asheboro City Schools

Anthony Woodyard serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Asheboro City Schools in North Carolina. In this role, he oversees the district's technology infrastructure and innovation initiatives. Previously, he held the position of Director of Technology and Innovation, where... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom F Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

E-Rate Roadmap: Crossing the Finish Line

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Turnberry

Limited Capacity seats available

The journey doesn't end when funding is approved. This session focuses on post-funding activities, including implementation, service substitutions, invoicing, audits, record retention, and preparing for the next funding cycle. Join a panel discussion filled with practical advice, audience Q&A, and lessons learned from the road.

Speakers

Adam Benjamin

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Sue Boros

State E-Rate Coordinator, Department of Public Instruction

What shall we talk about? Our families, our hobbies, football or E-Rate? I'm game.

Sabrina Steigelman

State E-Rate Coordinator, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Chris Whitlock

School Connectivity Coordinator, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Turnberry Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Academic Planning Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Victoria Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Tony Serpico

Stephanie Thompson

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Victoria Ballroom A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Ad Hoc in Action: Sharing Reports Across PSUs

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Augusta AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Take Ad Hoc Reporting beyond the basics and see how other PSUs are putting it to work! This collaborative session will showcase real-world Ad Hoc filters and reports created to meet everyday district needs. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of Ad Hocs they have created, share how they are being used, and exchange ideas with colleagues from across the state. Rather than focusing on how to build Ad Hoc queries, this session is about what you can do with them. Come ready to share, learn from others, and leave with practical ideas you can take back to your PSU.

Speakers

Holly King

Director of Technology, Dare County Schools

Submitted with other proposal

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Augusta AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Athletic Eligibility

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Guilford G

Limited Capacity seats available

Keeping student-athletes eligible and compliant doesn't have to be a administrative headache! This session provides a practical walkthrough for managing student-athlete records, tracking team rosters, and running eligibility reports inside NCSIS.

Speakers

Karen Jimeson

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Chris Bunting

Executive Director of Student Assignment and Information Systems, Johnston County Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Guilford G Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Census / Custom Forms Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Grandover West

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Mike Paulson

Carolee Letourneau

Sr. Training Specialist, Infinite Campus

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Grandover West Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Dropout Policy and Data Validations in NCSIS

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Auditorium III

Limited Capacity seats available

Accurate reporting of dropout data is both a state requirement and a vital part of student success tracking. This session connects North Carolina policy expectations with practical technical workflows inside NCSIS to ensure your data is clean, compliant, and ready. Then, we'll demonstrate how to utilize the (NC) Dropout Reporting and Verification validation reports to catch and fix common errors before deadlines hit.

Speakers

Erin Foil

SIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Amy Powell Moman

Data and Analytics, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Auditorium III Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

From Start to State

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Auditorium II

Limited Capacity seats available

Join Tessa and John from NCDPI on a journey from the start of a student's enrollment to the final sync up to the state level. In this session, we'll discuss the Infinite Campus sync logic, the interaction with the NC Student UID System and Staff UID System, and helpful troubleshooting tips PSUs can use to diagnose sync issues.

Speakers

Tessa Hine

John Mairs

Section Chief - PSU Tech Services, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Auditorium II Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Scheduling Workshop

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Grandover East

Limited Capacity seats available

Login credentials to the district sandbox site
At least one school calendar must be rolled to the 27-28 school year in the district sandbox site
Students must be rolled into the 27-28 calendar in the district sandbox site

Speakers

Erik Davis

Margaret Rowland

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Grandover East Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Where's My Staff?

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Victoria Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Using Staff Locator Wizard, we will find, create, and set up your staff. They will have District Employment, District Assignment and User management, user account for tool rights (if that's your job)

Speakers

Anita Willis

SIS Coordinator, Carteret

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Victoria Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Clean Up on Aisle 9: Fixing Tech Chaos

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Blandwood

Limited Capacity seats available

Technology systems often feel fragmented, leaving districts stuck in reactive “fix-it” mode. In this interactive session, participants will explore how to align IT, instructional technology, SIS, and STEM into a cohesive framework, using real-world scenarios and practical tools to improve communication, clarify roles, and build actionable plans.

Speakers

Katherine Bendell

Director of Technology, Richmond County Schools

Katherine Bendell is the Director of Technology for Richmond County Schools in North Carolina, where she leads district-wide initiatives in IT infrastructure, instructional technology, student information systems, and STEM. She specializes in building cohesive systems that align technology... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Blandwood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Building an AI-Ready IT Program

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

This session moves past the AI hype to give you a practical framework: what infrastructure you actually need, how to start without a big budget, and how to teach WITH AI instead of worrying about students using it to cheat. You'll leave with a clear roadmap for your first 90 days, no matter your budget.

Speakers

Charles Perdue

Charles Perdue designs IT education systems. He has presented on program architecture, AI integration, and simulated workpace programs at state and national conferences. He builds open-source infrastructure for CTE classrooms and believes that great IT education shouldn't require... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

From Planning Tool to AI Learning Engine

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

In this 90-minute workshop, teachers will explore how generative AI can move beyond productivity tools to build custom, student-centered learning experiences. Through live demos and hands-on design time, you'll examine real K-12 examples and leave with a new mental model for AI's role in learning design — and a concrete starting point to build on.

Speakers

Mike Renne

Computer Science, IT, and Technology Education Consultant, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction - Career & Technical Education

Mike is an experienced Education Consultant with a passion for innovative learning approaches. Mike currently helps drive excellence in Computer Science, IT, and Technology Education at the NCDP-CTE. With over 23 years of classroom experience spanning middle, high, and post-secondary... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

DOPE Educators App!!!

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom E

Limited Capacity seats available

Discover how the DOPE Educator App helps educators save time, personalize learning, analyze data, create engaging lessons, and responsibly integrate AI into instruction through one powerful educational platform.

Speakers

Sid Lathan

DTL Coordinator, Harnett County Schools

Sid Lathan is an award-winning educator with over 30 years of service as a Mathematics teacher (grades 6–12), 6th-grade Science teacher, Instructional Technology Facilitator, Assistant Principal, and District Digital Teaching and Learning Coordinator. A two-time Teacher of the Year... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom E Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

From AI Pilots to School Operations

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

AI is becoming part of daily school IT operations. This session explores practical strategies for scaling AI-powered workflows using tools like Google Workspace, Apps Script, and AI automation. Attendees will examine real-world examples including help desk support, ticket management, onboarding workflows & operational automation for K–12 IT teams.

Speakers

Didar Hayytov

IT Director, Triad Math and Science Academy

I am an education technology professional focused on AI-powered operational systems, workflow automation, and Google Workspace solutions for K–12 schools. My work centers on helping school technology teams improve efficiency, streamline IT operations, and responsibly scale AI within... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Advanced | Coaches & SLMC, Advanced | Leadership, Advanced | NCSIS, Advanced

1:00pm EDT

Managing Up with the SIS

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Pebble Beach

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will collaboratively review key Infinite Campus functions, discuss common role confusion, and build a district-level flow chart that clearly defines responsibility and ownership. Attendees will leave with a shared framework to support consistency, accountability, and efficient system management.

Speakers

Tony Smith

Director of Educational Information Systems, Wayne County Public Schools

Tony started out as a third-grade teacher back in 2000, and started helping teachers and students use technology in the classroom. Over the years, he progressed through school and district-level positions, learning all facets of technology along the way. Now, in his third-year as... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Pebble Beach Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Intermediate | NCSIS, Intermediate | Coaches & SLMC, Intermediate | Leadership, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

AI Literacy For Educators

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Carolina

Limited Capacity seats available

This session will help educators build a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and why AI literacy matters for students K-12. Participants will explore how AI works at a basic level and how AI literacy can be embedded into existing instruction to strengthen critical thinking, questioning, source evaluation, and responsible technology use. The session will focus on practical, ready-to-use lessons and activities that can be adapted across subject areas, rather than on specific AI tools or student creation with AI. Participants will leave with classroom-ready resources and additional materials to support their continued learning.

Speakers

Sara Anderson

Digital Learning Coach, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

I am the digital learning coach for Ephesus and Scroggs Elementary Schools in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district. Previously, I have taught middle grades science as well as been an elementary homeroom and STEAM teacher. This is my 16th year as an educator.

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Carolina Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels

1:00pm EDT

Create Data Validation Reports with SQL

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Victoria Ballroom C

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how to build Infinite Campus SQL queries! Learn to generate queries using AI, leverage pre-made repositories, build validation rules, assign to groups, and run through validation reports. Dedicated hands-on work time is included so you can immediately implement these tools in your school or district.

Speakers

Tim MacArthur

Executive Director of Research, Assessment, and Student Information, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Victoria Ballroom C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Enhancement Collaboration

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Guilford D

Limited Capacity seats available

Collaborate with North Carolina SIS coordinators to identify and prioritize Infinite Campus enhancements impacting FERPA compliance, state reporting, enrollment workflows, parent communication, and operational efficiency. Participants will engage in shared problem-solving and discuss strategies for statewide collaboration and process improvement.

Speakers

Tamara Dillard

Student Information System District Coordinator, Caldwell County Schools

Tamara Dillard - SIS Coordinator for Caldwell County Schools, supporting student information systems, data management, and district operations. Focusing on using technology and data solutions to improve efficiency and support student success.

Amy Sigmon

District Manager of Student Information and Data, Catawba County Schools

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Guilford D Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Navigating Student Transcripts, Grades, and Graduation Plans in NCSIS

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Blue Ashe

Limited Capacity seats available

Join us for a practical walkthrough of high school transcripts, grade posting, and graduation tracking in NCSIS. We’ll clear up the difference between term report cards and permanent transcript records, dive into NC state policies, and unpack how GPA weights and credit types actually work behind the scenes.

Speakers

Rob Dietrich

Chief Data Officer, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Blue Ashe Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

1:00pm EDT

SQL Open Lab

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Tanglewood

Limited Capacity seats available

Participants will explore how to turn real-world SIS questions into SQL queries, test and troubleshoot results, and identify potential data-quality issues. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring queries they are currently working on to discuss, test, and refine during the lab!

Speakers

Walter Raif

NCSIS Assistant Product Coordinator, NCDPI

Walter Raif joined DPI in 2013, coinciding with North Carolina's implementation of PowerSchool. He quickly became one of the first certified in both PowerSchool and PowerScheduler. Initially the Technical Supervisor for PowerSchool, Walter moved to the Educational Technology Solutions... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Tanglewood Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

2:00pm EDT

Quick Tech Tools for Engagement

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom F

Limited Capacity seats available

In this hands-on session participants will experience a variety of engaging tech tools. Participants will use the tools first as students then as teachers, considering how they might work best in their content/grade areas.

Speakers

Jason Lineberger

Senior Digital Learning Specialist, The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching

Jason Lineberger is a professional educator with 33 years of classroom experience. He has taught all levels of English/ELA from 8-12 as well as college writing and literature courses. Jason started Cleveland County Schools' Virtual Academy in 2015 and with the help of colleagues launched... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom F Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

Architecting Engagement with Gemini

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Colony C

Limited Capacity seats available

How can we use AI to make our classrooms more human centered? In this interactive workshop, explore how to utilize Gemini as a quick curriculum engine to tackle NC’s largest standard gaps. Instead of using AI to replace student thinking use it to grow soft skills and rigor. Bring your device for this prompt engineering lab.

Speakers

Heather Graves

Technology Teacher

Heather Graves is an innovative educator and CTE Teacher of the Year for Scotland High School who bridges the gap between industry design and classroom execution. Drawing from previous experience in architecture and a versatile teaching portfolio—including high school English, mathematics... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Colony C Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels | Leadership, All Levels

2:00pm EDT

Aligned by Design: AI-Powered Units

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Imperial Ballroom GH

Limited Capacity seats available

Explore an AI-powered tool that helps build lessons and units aligned to state standards, Portrait of a Graduate competencies, and UDL accommodations. Whether starting from scratch or refining existing work, K–8 educators will leave with a completed, ready-to-use unit. Because the best lessons aren't generated, they're Aligned by Design.

Speakers

Heather Gerbus

Media Coordinator, East Forsyth Middle School

Working in education since 1999, Heather Gerbus brings a wealth of experience to every learning community she serves. Her career spans 19.5 years as a classroom teacher, time in student services under a federal grant, work as an instructional technology facilitator, and, currently... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Imperial Ballroom GH Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

Privacy in the Age of AI

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Biltmore AB

Limited Capacity seats available

Privacy is still possible in an AI-driven world. This session explores how personal information is collected, shared, and used by data brokers and AI-powered technologies. Participants will learn practical strategies to protect privacy, reduce digital footprints, and strengthen student privacy and digital citizenship in schools.

Speakers

DIANE DULANEY

Privacy Specialist, NCDPI

Diane Dulaney is the Privacy Specialist at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and leads the agency’s efforts to safeguard student and staff data. She brings over a decade of experience in shaping privacy policy, ensuring compliance with FERPA, PPRA, and COPPA, and... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Biltmore AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | NCSIS, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

What School is For: Same Mission, New Terrain

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Colony A

Limited Capacity seats available

Grounded in research and aligned to the NCDPI AI Guidelines, this session makes an optimistic case for embracing AI to enhance critical thinking, deepen human development, and lead from the mission that has always defined great education. Leave reconnected to the purpose that brought you to this work and ready to shape what comes next.

Speakers

Meredith Ward Hill

Emerging Technologies Consultant, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Colony A Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Educators, Beginning | Coaches & SLMC, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

Then and Now: How the 1970s Can Save You from a Modern Data Apocalypse

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Meadowbrook

Limited Capacity seats available

This session connects FERPA’s foundational privacy requirements to modern data security practices. Participants will learn how concepts like access, disclosure, control, and legitimate educational interest inform safeguards for cloud systems, vendors, AI, logging, and incident response.

Speakers

Brittani Fairchild

Ross Lemke

Director, Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), U.S. Department of Education

Ross Lemke serves as the manager for the Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) with over 10 years of experience providing TA around education data. He helps state and local education agencies, schools, districts and postsecondary institutions develop an understanding of FERPA... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Meadowbrook Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Leadership, All Levels | Educators, All Levels | Coaches & SLMC, All Levels

2:00pm EDT

Enrollment

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Sandpiper

Limited Capacity seats available

We’ll walk through step-by-step administrative routines, from using the NC Student Locator and UID Search to properly search for existing records and prevent duplicate profiles, to building complete census records, household links, and addresses. Learn how to assign local start statuses, and utilize import wizards to maintain accurate state reporting and SASA compliance without relying on OLR.

Speakers

Ginger Huffstickler

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Sandpiper Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

Mastering the Retention/Promotion (RP) Report in NCSIS

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Auditorium III

Limited Capacity seats available

Ensure your school's student data is accurate, compliant, and ready for state reporting! This session provides a practical deep dive into the Retention/Promotion (RP) Report within NCSIS. We’ll bridge the gap between technical execution and state requirements, giving you a clear roadmap to navigate end-of-year reporting with confidence.

Speakers

Karen Jimeson

NCSIS Professional Learning Consultant, NCDPI

Amy Powell Moman

Data and Analytics, NCDPI

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Auditorium III Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

2:00pm EDT

ML/Title III Data in Infinite Campus

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Grandover East

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how to use Infinite Campus and Multiple Measures Tool (MMT) to support multilingual learner identification, compliance, and program effectiveness. Through demonstrations and practical examples, participants will explore key ML/Title III data elements and strategies for using data to inform decisions and improve student outcomes.

Speakers

Mark Hausner

Susan Walz

Education Consultant, Department of Public Instruction

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Grandover East Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, All Levels

2:00pm EDT

NCSIS Canned Reports

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Augusta AB

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a practical overview of Infinite Campus canned reports and how they can be used to support daily school operations. Participants will explore key reporting categories—including student information, attendance, behavior, census, grading, scheduling, and fees—and learn how to access, generate, and interpret commonly used reports.

Speakers

Gwen Bissette

Business Analyst I, NC DPI

Gwen Bissette has dedicated more than 20 years to education and public service. She began her career as a pre-K teacher while earning her degree in Human Services before spending nearly a decade in the insurance industry. This corporate experience strengthened her customer service... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Augusta AB Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning

2:00pm EDT

Not me! Well, who's job is it?

LIMITED

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Victoria Ballroom B

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Tara Pierce

District Lead SIS & Instructional Technology Facilitator, Richmond County Schools

I am the District Lead Facilitator of Instructional Technology & Infinite Campus Student Information System for Richmond County Schools. I began my career as an elementary teacher, then earning an IT masters degree and becoming a technology facilitator. I moved to this role in August... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Victoria Ballroom B Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Intermediate

2:00pm EDT

Demystifying CTE Concentrator Status

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Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT

Grandover West

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a practical overview of how CTE concentrator status is calculated within the NCSIS. Participants will learn how key data elements and program requirements work together to determine concentrator outcomes, and will explore strategies for reviewing records, identifying data issues, and ensuring accurate CTE reporting.

Speakers

Nancy Cross

Misty Wolfe

Section Chief, NCDPI

Misty Wolfe is a section chief for the Office of Career and Technical Education at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction where she works with school districts across the state to implement high quality CTE programs of study. Misty’s areas of focus include CTE data... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Grandover West Koury Convention Center 3121 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407

NCSIS, Beginning | Leadership, Beginning