Overview

December 3
10AM PT, 1PM ET

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Artificial Intelligence is redefining what’s possible in K-12 education — from personalized learning that adapts to each student’s needs to data-driven insights that help districts operate more efficiently. But realizing AI’s full potential in schools requires thoughtful leadership, clear governance, and a commitment to ethical implementation.

In this Center for Digital Education webinar, education technology experts will explore how AI — and especially generative AI — is transforming teaching, learning, and operations across the country. The discussion will highlight how school systems are aligning with the White House’s AI in Education Pledge, which calls for the safe, effective, and equitable use of AI to advance learning outcomes while protecting students and educators.

Attendees will gain practical insights into:

  • How AI is being used to enhance instruction and improve student success through personalization and real-time feedback.
  • Strategies for governance, leadership, and responsible adoption that align with national ethical AI commitments.
  • How to build AI literacy among educators and empower students.
  • Real-world examples of operational efficiency and innovation powered by AI across K-12 districts.

Join us to hear from educators, technologists, and policy leaders about how to prepare schools — and students — for an AI-driven future. Learn how to establish a foundation of trust, equity, and innovation that helps every learner thrive in the age of intelligent technology.

Speakers

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Anshul Sonak

Principal Engineer, Global Director, and Head of Digital Readiness Programs at Intel Corporation

Anshul is the Principal Engineer, Global Director, and Head of Digital Readiness Programs at Intel Corporation, based at Santa Clara HQ, California, USA. He oversees the Intel® Digital Readiness Program for AI tech skilling, workforce development, the future of work, and policy initiatives aimed at bringing AI skills everywhere. Since 2017, he has been championing AI education and workforce development models for citizens, students, current and future workforce, and leaders through public-private partnerships with government and academia. He leads Intel’s digital inclusion work to make technology more inclusive and expand digital readiness. He is a recognized global business and thought leader in the education technology and workforce-skills industry ecosystem. He represents Intel in WEF Education Alliance 4.0, JFF Corporate Innovation Council, GSV Workforce Insights Board, and the World Bank’s Solution for Youth Employment. In May 2023, he was recognized as “The top 10 most inspiring education leaders 2023” by The Education Insights Magazine, featuring on the cover page. His work is covered in a Harvard Business case study for transforming AI education through Intel AI for Youth. He has written on platforms like Forbes and UNDP, and he speaks regularly to media (e.g., Houston Business Journal) and in multilateral forums like World Bank, the Commonwealth. He is a technology policy advisor for multiple governments, civil society, and academic bodies. His recent policy-shaping work includes JFF’s AI-Ready Workforce report and The AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium report.

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Tara Nattrass, Ed.D.

Chief Innovation Strategist, Education at Lenovo

A career educator, Tara currently serves as Chief Innovation Strategist, Education at Lenovo, focusing on reinventing education through innovative programs, professional learning, redefining teacher roles and responsibilities, emerging technologies and cybersecurity. Tara has collaborated with educators to create transformational learning experiences spending over 20 years teaching and leading in school districts, most recently as Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning for Arlington Public Schools (VA) and then in consultative roles as a Chief Innovation Strategist at Dell Technologies and Managing Director of Innovation Strategy at ISTE+ASCD. At ISTE+ASCD, Tara led teams focused on AI strategy, higher education, and professional learning. Tara has actively supported educators in realizing safe and responsible use of AI including leading AI Task Forces for state departments of education and districts while also serving on the steering and advisory committees for Teach AI and the EdSafeAI Alliance. She was recognized as one of the leading Women in AI in EDU by ASU+GSV. Tara earned a doctorate in Education Leadership and Policy from Vanderbilt University.

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Joe McAllister

Education Innovator & Technology Advocate, Insight Public Sector

Joe McAllister is a former high school teacher turned national thought leader in educational technology and student engagement. With experience spanning the classroom, athletics, and technology integration, Joe brings a unique perspective on how schools can create inclusive, future-ready learning environments. After teaching and serving on his school’s one-to-one device board, Joe transitioned into advisory roles at CDW, where he helped K-12 and higher education institutions adopt technology to enhance learning outcomes. He authored articles for EdTech Magazine and led conversations on gamification, accessibility, and innovative program design. Today, Joe serves in similar roles at Insight Public Sector, guiding public sector clients in leveraging technology to foster collaboration and student success. He has partnered with hundreds of schools nationwide, aligning programs with academic goals and engaging stakeholders across athletics, curriculum, IT, and leadership. A frequent speaker at national conferences and webinars, Joe shares actionable strategies for technology adoption, program development, and stakeholder alignment. His mission is clear: to empower educators and administrators with tools and insights that drive meaningful student growth.

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Snow White

Global Director of K12 Education Strategy, Intel

Snow White is Intel’s Global Director of K12 Education Strategy. With over 25 years of experience in the educational technology field, Snow is recognized as an educational thought leader with expertise in digitally transformed learning environments and creating partnerships between education and industry. Snow’s educational background includes classroom teaching, owning a K12 edtech company, curriculum development, influencing legislation supporting digital inclusion initiatives, and providing professional development and educational leadership consulting to schools internationally. Snow continues to advocate for student voice as a critical influencer within teaching and learning environments, ensuring that the learning of emerging technologies remains authentic for students. Additionally, with the recent rise in esports in education, Snow collaborates with school and districts, state-level sanctioning organizations for sports and activities, and leading global esports industry partners to bring thought leadership and best practices of esports and related career pathways to K12 and Higher Education institutions around the world.

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Ron Bergmann — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Education

Ronald M. Bergmann most recently served as Vice President for Information Technology and CIO at Lehman College/CUNY. At Lehman, Ron and his team pioneered the use of analytics, automated major business processes, enhanced classroom technology, and opened the first virtual reality lab in the region. Lehman was cited as an exemplar in the 2018 Horizon Report for its innovative Lehman 360 digital platform. Ron is a fellow of the EDUCAUSE/CLIR Frye (now Leading Change) Institute and was named in 2017 as one of the nation’s top technologists, transformers, and trailblazers by the Center for Digital Education. Ron previously served as first deputy commissioner of New York City's information technology agency where he was selected by Government Technology Magazine as one of the nation's leading individuals redefining and advancing technology's role in government. 

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