NCED Connect Symposium Fall 2026

NCED Connect Symposium Fall 2026

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9:00am EDT

Behavior Management

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ML/Title III Framework: Aligning Systems

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

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

Ad Hoc / Early Warning & Insights Workshop

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Attendance: From Roll Call to Reports

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

Cybersecurity is Everyone's Job

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

Building Connected School Communities

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

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

Vibe Securing - Intro to Cyber & AI

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

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

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 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

Absence Requests Processing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

1:00pm EDT

Meet Claude Cowork: AI for Education

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

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

Academic Planning Workshop

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

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

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

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

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

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 →

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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 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?

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

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 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

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

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

From AI Pilots to School Operations

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

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

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

Create Data Validation Reports with SQL

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Privacy in the Age of AI

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

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

Enrollment

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

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

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

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

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 →

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

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?

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

Victoria Ballroom B

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

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

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

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