K–12 education is evolving fast, and it’s not just the technology that’s changing. As IT professionals, your work directly shapes what’s possible in the classroom, but many of today’s instructional priorities aren’t always on your radar. In this session, we’ll break down the biggest shifts happening in education right now and how they intersect with your role.

You'll learn about the Science of Reading movement and why it’s transforming how early literacy is taught and how that impacts devices, apps, and digital content selection. You’ll learn about the rise of AI in the classroom and what ethical and practical questions are keeping educators up at night. We’ll also explore the push toward student-centered learning models like project-based learning and competency-based education, the growth of MTSS frameworks, and why digital accessibility is no longer optional - it's expected.

Leave this session with a clearer understanding of what teachers really need right now, how your role fits into instructional priorities, and how you can make more informed tech decisions that align with today’s educational landscape.