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Sunday, November 1
 

8:00am EST

SETDA Board Breakfast
Sunday November 1, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EST
Sunday November 1, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

8:30am EST

SETDA Board Meeting
Sunday November 1, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EST
In-person regular meeting of the SETDA Board of Directors
Sunday November 1, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EST

12:30pm EST

SETDA Board Working Lunch
Sunday November 1, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST

Sunday November 1, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST

1:00pm EST

Leadership Summit Registration Opens
Sunday November 1, 2026 1:00pm - 6:00pm EST

Sunday November 1, 2026 1:00pm - 6:00pm EST
  Registration

2:00pm EST

SETDA Affiliate Workshop: Navigating Relevance in Turbulent Times
Sunday November 1, 2026 2:00pm - 5:30pm EST
As part of the upcoming SETDA Leadership Conference, this pre-conference workshop will bring affiliate leaders together for a practical conversation about organizational relevance, identity, and reinvention in a changing landscape. The session will combine guided discussion and peer exchange designed to help SETDA Affiliate leaders reflect on current challenges and identify strategies for...
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Speakers
avatar for Christine Feenstra

Christine Feenstra

Executive Director, CALIE
Christine Feenstra is the Executive Director of CALIE, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering educators with technology. She leads professional learning initiatives, strategic partnerships, and major events like the Spring CUE Conference, which attracts over 3,000 attendees annually... Read More →
avatar for Dorann Avey

Dorann Avey

Digital Learning Director, Nebraska Department of Education

Sunday November 1, 2026 2:00pm - 5:30pm EST
  Learning Sessions

3:00pm EST

E-Rate Collaborative Meeting
Sunday November 1, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Comprised of State E-Rate leaders, this collab meets each month to discuss the effective incorporation of E-rate into state policy and practice and provide SETDA’s staff and board input regarding federal legislation related to the E-Rate program and connectivity.
Sunday November 1, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
  Collaborative Meetings

5:30pm EST

Membership Strategy Committee Meeting
Sunday November 1, 2026 5:30pm - 6:15pm EST
The Membership Strategy Committee (formerly the Membership Engagement & Strategic Partnerships Committees) exists to strengthen member commitment, foster collaborations, and guide impactful initiatives that enhance SETDA’s mission and member experience. This committee plays a critical role in developing and sustaining partnerships, engaging members, and ensuring that SETDA remains a hub for...
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Sunday November 1, 2026 5:30pm - 6:15pm EST
  Committee Meetings

6:00pm EST

Meet & Greet Reception (Optional)
Sunday November 1, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST

Sunday November 1, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
  Community Gatherings
 
Monday, November 2
 

7:30am EST

Leadership Summit Registration
Monday November 2, 2026 7:30am - 12:00pm EST

Monday November 2, 2026 7:30am - 12:00pm EST
  Registration

8:00am EST

Breakfast
Monday November 2, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EST

Monday November 2, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

8:30am EST

Kickoff Opening Remarks
Monday November 2, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EST
We’ll launch the Leadership Summit with a welcome and a look ahead at what’s in store for Day 1.

This session provides a quick overview of the agenda, highlights key themes, and sets the tone for a day of collaboration and conversation.
Speakers
avatar for Dorann Avey

Dorann Avey

Digital Learning Director, Nebraska Department of Education

Monday November 2, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EST
  Community Gatherings

9:00am EST

Keynote: Kevin Honeycutt
Monday November 2, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST

Speakers
avatar for Kevin Honeycutt

Kevin Honeycutt

Monday Keynote
Kevin has worked with teachers and students in 49 states plus Puerto Rico and has delivered keynotes to audiences all over the world in places such as Norway, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Barcelona, New Zealand, London, Manila, multiple provinces in Canada and multiple cities in Australia... Read More →
Monday November 2, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST
  Learning Sessions

10:00am EST

Break
Monday November 2, 2026 10:00am - 10:15am EST
Monday November 2, 2026 10:00am - 10:15am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

10:15am EST

Beyond Screen Time: Rethinking State Ed Tech Policy and Evidence to Answer the Hard Questions
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
How do we measure the success of technology use in schools beyond screen time? This session brings together state policy leaders from Utah and North Dakota to explore evidence-based approaches that emphasize quality, impact, accountability, and educational value rather than minutes spent on a device.
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
  Breakout Sessions

10:15am EST

Beyond the Hub: Building Coherent Statewide Support Through Data Interoperability
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
How can states move from fragmented initiatives to a coordinated digital ecosystem? This session explores strategies for strengthening communication, support, and statewide alignment while building the data and interoperability infrastructure needed for every district to participate effectively
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
  Breakout Sessions

10:15am EST

Does EdTech Work? Proving the Return on State EdTech Investments
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
Are your technology investments delivering results? This session explores how states can combine usage analytics with rapid-cycle evaluation to determine whether purchased tools are being used and whether they are improving student outcomes, informing smarter purchasing and renewal decisions
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
  Breakout Sessions

10:15am EST

From AI to Infrastructure: Building Sustainable Literacy Systems at Scale
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
How can technology partnerships drive lasting literacy gains? This session highlights how AI-supported coaching, implementation support, and strong state partnerships have evolved into sustainable literacy infrastructure with measurable impact. Learn from Nebraska’s experience and the Swivl partnership as they share lessons for long-term success.
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
  Breakout Sessions

10:15am EST

Georgia’s Connected Ecosystem: Unifying Content, Platforms, and Professional Learning
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
Learn how Georgia is building a connected digital learning ecosystem. This session showcases the Inspire/Velocity platform, standards-aligned content, and the GPB EdTalks partnership to deliver high-quality resources and flexible professional learning opportunities for educators.
Monday November 2, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am EST
  Breakout Sessions

11:00am EST

Break
Monday November 2, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am EST

Monday November 2, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

11:15am EST

Relationship Building with SETDA Everything You Always Wanted to Know About SETDA
Monday November 2, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST
Open to all SETDA corporate membership tiers and Leadership Summit sponsors.

SETDA channel partners, Joyce Whitby and Rita Ferrandino, share their experience on maximizing your relationship with SETDA members.


Monday November 2, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

11:15am EST

Platinum Focus Group Session: Classlink
Monday November 2, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST

Monday November 2, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST
  Focus Groups

12:15pm EST

Lunch
Monday November 2, 2026 12:15pm - 1:30pm EST

Monday November 2, 2026 12:15pm - 1:30pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

1:30pm EST

Break
Monday November 2, 2026 1:30pm - 1:45pm EST
Monday November 2, 2026 1:30pm - 1:45pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

1:45pm EST

Gold Focus Group Session 1 (30 min)
Monday November 2, 2026 1:45pm - 2:15pm EST
SETDA Focus Groups offer a unique opportunity, available exclusively to Gold, Platinum, and Keystone Corporate Members, for state and affiliate members to engage in meaningful, two-way dialogue with companies shaping the future of K–12 digital learning. These interactive sessions are designed to solicit candid feedback—not sales pitches—on product development, implementation strategies, and...
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Monday November 2, 2026 1:45pm - 2:15pm EST
  Focus Groups

2:15pm EST

Break
Monday November 2, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EST
Monday November 2, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

2:30pm EST

Gold Focus Group Session 2 (30 min)
Monday November 2, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EST
SETDA Focus Groups offer a unique opportunity, available exclusively to Gold, Platinum, and Keystone Corporate Members, for state and affiliate members to engage in meaningful, two-way dialogue with companies shaping the future of K–12 digital learning. These interactive sessions are designed to solicit candid feedback—not sales pitches—on product development, implementation strategies, and...
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Monday November 2, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EST
  Focus Groups

3:05pm EST

Cybersecurity & Privacy Collaborative Meeting
Monday November 2, 2026 3:05pm - 4:05pm EST
In-person meeting for the members of SETDA's Cybersecurity & Privacy Collaborative, a professional learning community of state edtech leaders and corporate members focused on developing resources, assessing state-level K-12 cybersecurity advocacy efforts, and crafting policy recommendations.
Monday November 2, 2026 3:05pm - 4:05pm EST
  Collaborative Meetings

4:00pm EST

Homecoming Reception
Monday November 2, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
In the true spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition, we encourage everyone to proudly don their state gear, showcasing their regional pride and adding a colorful touch to our professional tailgate networking and product showcase experience. So, dust off those jerseys and hats, and let's celebrate the diverse spirit of our community in style!Special thanks to event sponsor Center for...
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Monday November 2, 2026 4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
  Community Gatherings
 
Tuesday, November 3
 

7:45am EST

Leadership Summit Registration
Tuesday November 3, 2026 7:45am - 8:00am EST

Tuesday November 3, 2026 7:45am - 8:00am EST

8:00am EST

Breakfast
Tuesday November 3, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Special thanks to event sponsor zSpace for their generous support of this conference activity. 
Tuesday November 3, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

9:00am EST

Welcome & Keynote: Forward Together with George Couros
Tuesday November 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Forward Together: Moving People from Conflict to Community in Contentious TimesGeorge Couros opens the 2026 SETDA Leadership Summit with a keynote that speaks directly to the challenges leaders face today. In Forward Together, George explores how schools and organizations can rebuild trust, strengthen relationships, and foster genuine community even when tensions run high. Blending storytelling,...
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Speakers
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George Couros

Tuesday Keynote
George Couros is a worldwide leader in the area of innovative teaching, learning, and leading, and he has a focus on innovation as a human endeavor. Most importantly, he is a proud father and husband. His belief that meaningful change happens when you first connect to people’s hearts... Read More →
Tuesday November 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
  Learning Sessions

11:00am EST

Break
Tuesday November 3, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am EST

Tuesday November 3, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

11:15am EST

Annual Membership Convocation
Tuesday November 3, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST
In addition to our usual board and member committee reports and sharing the board election results, our voting State Education Agency (Class I) members will consider and act on proposed membership actions.

This membership meeting is open to all current members, partners, and anyone interested in our organization's mission.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EST
  Membership Convocation

12:15pm EST

Lunch
Tuesday November 3, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EST

Tuesday November 3, 2026 12:15pm - 1:15pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

1:30pm EST

Student Voices Panel:
Tuesday November 3, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Hear from local student leaders on how they are using technology in active ways to solve community problems.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
  Learning Sessions

2:30pm EST

Break
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:30pm - 2:45pm EST

Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:30pm - 2:45pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

2:45pm EST

Charting the Future of AI Literacy: Defining What Every Student Should Know and How States Get There
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
Move from AI literacy theory to practice. Learn how states are defining essential AI literacy competencies and how a collaborative network is implementing, testing, and refining resources that bring those standards to life in schools.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

2:45pm EST

Navigating K-12 Purchasing: Partnering with ESAs, States, Affiliates & Vendors
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
Learn how to identify the right partners and procurement pathways for successful technology initiatives. This session examines the role of intermediary agencies alongside contract vehicles and cooperative purchasing strategies that can accelerate access to solutions while meeting compliance requirements
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

2:45pm EST

OER and Open Practice as an Antidote to Platformization
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
Corporations with multi-layered ed tech "stacks" increasingly shape how students, teachers, and administrators are assessed. This session offers a more human-centered approach to building educational ecosystems through open practices and shared resources—creating a durable, sustainable system guided by educators’ expertise.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

2:45pm EST

Privacy, Screen Time, and Students: Rebuilding Trust in EdTech
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
As concerns about privacy, screen time, cybersecurity, and technology effectiveness grow, how can the education community restore trust? This session brings together diverse perspectives to explore shared responsibilities and practical solutions for states, districts, and vendors.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

2:45pm EST

Trust Is the Infrastructure: Leading Digital Learning That Lasts
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
As AI, privacy, interoperability, and digital learning expectations accelerate, leaders need more than tools; they need trust-centered systems. This session shares a practical framework for translating policy into practice through clear communication, professional learning, inclusive design, and implementation structures that educators and communities can sustain.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

3:30pm EST

Break
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:30pm - 3:45pm EST

Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:30pm - 3:45pm EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

3:45pm EST

From Curiosity to Confidence: Building Trustworthy AI Through Assurance, Guardrails, and Best Practices
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
How can schools embrace AI innovation while protecting students? This session explores practical frameworks for evaluating AI tools, building educator confidence, and implementing safety guardrails that prioritize privacy, human oversight, and student well-being.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

3:45pm EST

From Landscape to Launch: Lessons from Statewide AI Research and Real-World Implementation
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
How can states move from understanding AI readiness to implementing AI at scale? This session explores AI adoption trends, readiness data, and emerging needs across education sectors, alongside Indiana’s statewide AI pilot, procurement framework, and lessons learned for turning insights into action.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

3:45pm EST

Legislation to Protection: How LB937 and SLCGP Anchor a Statewide Cyber Program
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
State Partners including the Nebraska Department of Education, Office of the CIO and the ESU Coordinating Council work together to support cybersecurity preparedness in K-12 schools statewide. From best practices to cyber assessments and state-level purchases of tools and services, we work together to improve our cybersecurity from the smallest to the largest school districts.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

3:45pm EST

Life, Learning, and Work in an AI World
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
Artificial Intelligence is transforming our world at a rapid pace—bringing new tools, reshaping roles, and creating opportunities and challenges in equal measure. Along with the promised benefits, there are also many downstream outcomes that will be potentially disruptive unless we can proactively prepare for - and navigate through - the storm that lies ahead. 
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

3:45pm EST

The EdTech Leader’s Change Management Playbook
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
EdTech initiatives rarely stall because the technology fails; they stall when people and systems are not ready for change. Based on CoSN’s 2026 Blaschke Report, this session helps leaders apply change management strategies to AI, cybersecurity, platform transitions, and other wide scale technology initiatives with clarity, confidence, and sustainability.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
  Breakout Sessions

4:30pm EST

Professional Learning Committee Meeting
Tuesday November 3, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EST
The Professional Learning Committee exists to provide relevant, high-quality professional learning opportunities and to facilitate the development and advancement of job-related skills and knowledge of members. In particular, the committee will focus on opportunities designed to build stronger and more effective state leaders and to develop future SETDA leaders. The committee will review,...
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Tuesday November 3, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EST
  Committee Meetings

4:30pm EST

State Action Committee Meeting
Tuesday November 3, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EST
The State Action Committee exists to inspire and assist states to act collaboratively to advance education through technology policy and practice. It will develop and implement processes to align SETDA initiatives and projects with member priorities for collaboration, and assist states to improve learning by addressing relevant issues and national needs.

Tuesday November 3, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EST
  Committee Meetings

6:30pm EST

SETDA Awards Dinner & 25th Anniversary Celebration
Tuesday November 3, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Who will we honor this year? At SETDA's annual recognition of leadership, we will name the State Leader of the Year as well as the recipients of the State Policymaker award, the Federal Policymaker award, the State Achievement awards, and the Candice Dodson Influencer award. 

Special thanks to event sponsor ClassLink for their generous support of this conference activity.
Tuesday November 3, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm EST
  Community Gatherings
 
Wednesday, November 4
 

7:30am EST

Ed Forum Registration
Wednesday November 4, 2026 7:30am - 10:00am EST
Wednesday November 4, 2026 7:30am - 10:00am EST
  Registration

8:00am EST

Breakfast
Wednesday November 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Wednesday November 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
  Networking: Meals & Breaks

9:00am EST

Ed Forum Welcome
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 9:10am EST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 9:10am EST
  Ed Forum

9:15am EST

Ed Forum Keynote & Panel: "Equipping State Leaders to Talk About Technology"
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:15am - 10:45am EST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:15am - 10:45am EST
  Ed Forum

11:00am EST

Council of Chief State School Officers: Digital Excellence Collaborative Community (DECC)
Wednesday November 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EST
In April of 2025, the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) awarded 10 states Digital Excellence Mini Grants that aim to increase digital access, enhance digital literacy, foster robust learning environments and contribute to sustainable digital learning. These projects address systemic challenges, pilot impactful learning models and contribute to a central resource repository for digital...
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Wednesday November 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EST
  Ed Forum

12:00pm EST

AI Across State Lines Project Collaborative Meeting (Invite-Only)
Wednesday November 4, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
Continuation of the AI project with SETDA and the Friday Institute, supported by the Spencer Foundation.

Optional lunch will begin at 12:30pm before the session starts at 1:00pm.   
Wednesday November 4, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
  Collaborative Meetings

1:30pm EST

Research & Evidence Collaborative Meeting (Invite Only)
Wednesday November 4, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm EST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm EST
  Collaborative Meetings
 
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