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Wednesday, February 5
 

10:15am MST

Sophos Protected Classroom: Building Protected K-12 Schools
Wednesday February 5, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MST
As cyber threats surge, K-12 schools find themselves in the crosshairs of increasingly sophisticated attacks. With limited resources and a growing reliance on connected classrooms and 1:1 device initiative, defending your school’s data and devices has never been more complex—or more critical.

Join Paul Zindell, Director of Sales Engineering at Sophos, to explore the latest strategies and solutions specifically designed for the modern, multi-device classroom.


Here’s what’s in store:

- Understand the 2024 Ransomware Landscape for K-12: Get a detailed look at emerging threats and the impact of ransomware attacks on schools nationwide.

- Optimize Your IT Resources: Discover how to protect your network with solutions like Managed Detection and Response (MDR), freeing up your IT team to focus on critical educational goals.

- Strengthen Multi-Device Defenses: Learn how to secure the complex web of devices, applications, and remote access points that make up modern classrooms.

Speakers
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Christopher Kelley

Senior Sales Engineer - Public Sector, Sophos
Wednesday February 5, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

1:45pm MST

Discover How to Reduce Your VDI Footprint with Secure, High-Performance Browser-Based Access
Wednesday February 5, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST
Are you ready to modernize your organization’s remote access strategy and move beyond traditional VDI setups?

Join our session and learn how Prisma Access Browser can help you achieve secure, high-performance access to your essential applications without the need for costly and complex VDI infrastructure.

Highlights:

-Simplified Remote Access: Learn how Prisma Access Browser provides a secure, streamlined alternative to traditional VDI, making it easier for your team to access critical applications from any device.
-Cost and Complexity Reduction: Discover how reducing your reliance on VDI can lead to significant cost savings and a reduction in IT complexity, allowing your organization to focus on what matters most.
-Enhanced User Experience: See how the seamless integration of SaaS and private apps within a single browser-based platform can enhance productivity and user satisfaction.

Why Attend?

-Gain insights from industry experts on how an enterprise browser unlocks the power of SASE and delivers it to any managed or unmanaged device in minutes
-Learn practical steps to transition from VDI to a more efficient, browser-based solution and realize a 79% reduction in TCO
-See Prisma Access Browser in action - the industry’s only SASE-native browser
Speakers
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Zachary Hopping

Solutions Consultant, Palo Alto Networks
Wednesday February 5, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

3:15pm MST

Are You Worried About Physical Security?
Wednesday February 5, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MST
From Panic Buttons & Integrated Audio/Bells & Paging, to Visitor Management & Access Control, Bluum offers an array of School Safety products & expertise: In this exciting session, come discover how Galaxy's G2 Communicator provides priority visual and audible communication to keep school staff and students informed. Communicator closes the gap in not only internal communication but communication to local dispatch through E911 services.

In addition to unveiling the prowess of this excellent software, we will showcase a few other flagship products:

DIA (Do It All) – 2-way intercom endpoint and digital display: Get clear communication and real-time updates in one sleek device. Receive priority notifications, weather updates, time, and daily messages instantly. Elevate your connectivity and stay informed with DIA.

G2 Secure Lanyard Buttons – safety at the school staff’s fingertips. With these buttons local dispatch and school security are just a button press away.
Speakers
avatar for Suzanne Wright

Suzanne Wright

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, Bluum
Your Utah-based Bluum account executive, Suzanne Wright, brings over 21 years experience consulting & providing technology insights to K-16 clients throughout Utah & Idaho. Suzanne offers authentic, brand-agnostic consultation to schools seeking to identify the best ed-tech solutions... Read More →
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Chris Jones

National Director of Sales Engineering, bluum
Wednesday February 5, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702
 
Thursday, February 6
 

8:00am MST

Lead Loud and Clear with Custom AI: Building an AI Decision-Making Engine
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am MST
School leaders are constantly faced with critical decisions, often under intense pressure to respond quickly and decisively. This session will show administrators and educational leaders how to cut through the static and amplify their leadership voice by creating a customized AI assistant to help find clear, consistent solutions to complex issues. Participants will learn how to input their personal leadership philosophies, discipline policies, and goals into the AI, transforming it into a tool that offers customized solutions and suggestions that are in alignment with your core principles. By the end of this hands-on workshop, attendees will understand how to use custom AI as a thought partner to navigate the noise, make clearer decisions, and tackle real-world challenges—from discipline issues to school management and technology integration. Walk away with a fully customized ChatGPT, primed to lead with you—loud, clear, and at full volume.

Participants will leave the session with a working knowledge of customized AI data sets. They will gain confidence in using AI to support decision-making, ensuring their leadership style is consistently reflected in the AI's responses. The session outcomes include faster, more consistent decision-making, reduced stress, and the ability to turn AI into a dynamic tool that aligns with their leadership vision.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Downey

Erin Downey

Library, Boise School District
Erin Downey (they/them) has served as Boise School District's Consulting Librarian since 2014. They are passionate about helping teachers, librarians, and students wrestle with new and unexpected technologies, ideas, and ways of thinking.
Thursday February 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

10:15am MST

Google Admin Updates with Solutions Engineers
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MST
"Google changes all the time and we are excited to share the latest and greatest! Attend this session to learn what’s new for Google Admin and how to best set up, configure, and maintain your domain so that your users can be safe and productive. Google Solutions Engineers will share updates on admin controls related to instructional tools and security features along with live demos to show you how to take control with Admin Console.
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Speakers
avatar for Danielle Pinta

Danielle Pinta

Utah Program Manager, Google
Google for Education is a solution built for learning and designed for the classroom that includes Chromebooks, Google Classroom, and Workspace programs to engage students
avatar for Jack Cupples

Jack Cupples

Solution Engineer, Google
Ask me about Chrome, ChromeOS and all things Google Workspace for Education.
Thursday February 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

1:45pm MST

Position Your Projects for Success
Thursday February 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST
In today's competitive landscape, the success of a project often hinges on its strategic positioning prior to kick-off. This presentation will explore key strategies to effectively position individual projects within a portfolio and how to maximize their chances of success. We will delve into essential elements such as understanding the target audience, identifying key benefits, crafting compelling messaging, and leveraging effective communication channels. By implementing these tactics, you can enhance stakeholder engagement, secure necessary resources, and ultimately achieve your project objectives.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Fariss

Brian Fariss

Director Shared PM Services, College of Western Idaho
I am a seasoned Project and Change Management professional with a proven track record of driving successful initiatives in higher education. Skilled in leveraging culturally responsive techniques to address change resistance and foster a positive project environment, I am certified... Read More →
Thursday February 6, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

3:15pm MST

The NEW Idaho technology standards!
Thursday February 6, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MST
Did you know Idaho has new technology standards K-12? Come to this session for an overview of the K-12 technology standards and spend some time diving in and taking a look at what these standards mean for our learners. We will also look at how these standards can be integrated into other subject areas.
Speakers
avatar for Andrea Baerwald

Andrea Baerwald

Science and Technology Coordinator, Idaho Department of Education
Tell me about all the wonderful science and technology things you are doing in your classroom! Running into roadblocks? I want to hear about those as well. 
Thursday February 6, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702
 
Friday, February 7
 

8:30am MST

Streamline Reporting, Attendance, and Alerts in PowerSchool using MBA
Friday February 7, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am MST
Come see how MBA Plugins for PowerSchool will empower your school. MBA is a PowerSchool partner providing robust plugins to make easy reporting with ability to email or archive report cards, transcripts, letters, or other reports with digital signature option on the Parent/Student portal. Identify Attendance issues with ease and address pro-actively. Set Alerts for Students that address security, health, grades, sports, behaviors, and much more. Enhance behavior tracking with teacher entry, graphs and letters. This is a must see session with tools that are certain to enhance your PowerSchool experience.
Speakers
avatar for Chip Kling

Chip Kling

Customer Solutions Specialist, MBA
I am a retired school administrator, school counselor and math and science teacher. After 31 years in K12 education in California, my wife and I moved to Tennessee.  I love helping schools find great solutions to help ease the heavy lifting managing a school or district. I am former... Read More →
Friday February 7, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

1:00pm MST

5 Modern Challenges Facing District IT Leaders
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MST
From generative AI to the spread of misinformation, IT leaders face increasingly complex challenges in the effort to protect student safety and digital wellbeing. Join us for a dynamic session with our partner Idaho Falls School District to explore practical solutions and empower IT leaders for success in the evolving world of EdTech. We will discuss modern challenges IT leaders face, such as generative AI, extending safety beyond the filter with monitoring and parental tools, and the balance between educational value and risk mitigation.
Speakers
avatar for Bryan Shigihara

Bryan Shigihara

Network Manager, Idaho Falls School District 91
Bryan is a seasoned IT professional with over 25 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity. He is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, reflecting his dedication to professional excellence and personal growth. An Eagle Scout, Scout Leader... Read More →
avatar for Terrisa Reeves

Terrisa Reeves

Territory Director, Linewize
Friday February 7, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702

2:00pm MST

Empowering the Future: Unleashing STEM and Career Potential with Learning Blade and Career Blade
Friday February 7, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MST
Discover how Learning Blade and Career Blade, in collaboration with the Idaho STEM Action Center, are transforming the educational landscape by bridging the gap between classroom learning and high-demand STEM and career pathways. These online learning resources, aligned with the First Step Standards, offer hands-on, interactive activities and industry-aligned curricula that inspire students to pursue STEM subjects and prepare them for real-world challenges.
Educators will learn how to leverage these tools to empower themselves and their students. Learning Blade, designed for grades 5-9, introduces students to STEM careers through contextualized, integrated learning experiences. The platform’s newest AI module enables students to uncover the science behind artificial intelligence and explore emerging AI-oriented careers. Career Blade, suitable for K-12 students, engages learners in career exploration and provides career-specific activities that equip them with essential skills and knowledge for the future workforce.
Participants will also explore how the Idaho STEM Action Center supports and enhances the use of these platforms, providing additional resources to strengthen STEM education across the state.
Join us to dive into the future of STEM and career education with your fully funded account at www.learningblade.com/ID.
Speakers
avatar for Idaho STEM Action Center

Idaho STEM Action Center

STEM Ed. Coordination Officer, Idaho STEM Action Center
Mission StatementProviding coordination for statewide STEM education and activities to enhance opportunities for educators, students, communities, and employers in their work to build a competitive Idaho workforce and economy through STEM and computer science education.Vision StatementA... Read More →
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Lauren Duris

Learning Blade
Friday February 7, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MST
410C Boise Centre East - 850 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702
 
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