2026 AI Educator Summer Institute: Full Schedule

The inaugural A.I. Educator Summer Institute begins on July 13, 2026!

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10:15am EDT

Source Code Session #24: Administrator’s Session: AI for AI for Teaching, Learning, and Productivity

LIMITED

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Building (GSSM)

Limited Capacity seats available

This session explores practical AI applications for educators, from foundational concepts to real-world classroom use cases. Presenters will introduce core AI ideas, discuss responsible adoption strategies, and examine how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, and academic integrity. Through real-world examples and live demonstrations, attendees will see how AI tools can enhance productivity. The session will also highlight approaches to AI enablement, including ambassador programs and cross-functional best practices. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and a clearer understanding of how to begin using AI effectively and thoughtfully in educational settings.

After participating in this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Explain core AI concepts and their relevance to teaching and learning.
2. Identify practical ways AI can support instruction, productivity, and classroom engagement.
3. Apply strategies for integrating AI into education and use by educators.

Speakers

Dwayne Daily

Emerging Technology Initiatives Leader, Trane Technologies

Dwayne Daily is an Emerging Technology Initiatives Leader at Trane Technologies with more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation and enterprise technology programs across global organizations. He has built and scaled AI and digital platforms, led the rollout of... Read More →

Matt Erdman

Emerging Technology Initiatives leader, Trane Technologies

Matt Erdman is an Emerging Technology Initiatives leader with special interest in AI. Matt has led large-scale analytics initiatives, built training and mentoring programs, and helped Trane Technologies use research, data, and machine learning to make better decisions. Previously... Read More →

Rashmi Vadlakonda

Smart Transformation Engineer & Gen AI Ambassador, Trane Technologies

Rashmi Vadlakonda is a Smart Transformation Engineer at Trane Technologies with a focus on digital transformation, and technology implementation. She has led initiatives in additive manufacturing, manufacturing execution systems, and enterprise technology adoption to improve workflows... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Building (GSSM) 401 Railroad Ave., Hartsville, SC 29550

Source Code Session, Large Group

Knowledge/Experience Level 1, 2, 3
Audience Administrator, All
Subject All
Tags AI, Collaboration, Productivity, Prompt Engineering
Location/Room Number B186

10:15am EDT

Source Code Session #27: AI in Education Today: What Every Educator and Administrator Needs to Know

LIMITED

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Building (GSSM)

Limited Capacity seats available

The AI landscape in education is moving fast, and not all tools are created equal. This session gives educators a clear-eyed look at where legislation and policy stand today, how those decisions ripple down to the classroom level, and what to watch for as districts navigate responsible AI adoption. We'll unpack what makes MagicSchool distinctly different from general-purpose chatbots and consumer AI tools, and explore how purpose-built AI supports meaningful, intentional screen time for students and educators alike.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Summarize the current state of AI-related legislation and policy and its implications for classroom practice
Distinguish between general-purpose chatbots and purpose-built AI tools designed specifically for education
Evaluate AI tools through the lens of purposeful screen time and student safety
Articulate why MagicSchool was built for educators and how that distinction shapes responsible adoption in their district

Speakers

Karisa Schwanekamp

Solution Architect, MagicSchoolAI

Karisa Schwanekamp is a Solutions Architect at MagicSchool, where she partners with school districts to implement AI tools that are practical, purposeful, and grounded in real classroom needs. A former educator of 21 years spanning special education, elementary education, STEM... Read More →

Derek Lovell

District Partnerships - Carolinas, MagicSchoolAI

Derek Lovell partners with school districts across the Carolinas to help educators thoughtfully integrate AI into teaching and learning. With 17 years of experience in K–12 education and EdTech, he is passionate about building strong relationships and supporting districtwide innovation... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Building (GSSM) 401 Railroad Ave., Hartsville, SC 29550

Source Code Session, Small Group

Knowledge/Experience Level 1, 2, 3
Audience 11-12, 6-8, 9-12, Administrator, All, Higher Education, K-5
Subject All
Tags AI, Why AI?, Prompt Engineering
Location/Room Number C126
Participants should bring...Part Laptops (with charging cords)

2026 AI Educator Summer Institute

10:15am EDT

Dwayne Daily

Matt Erdman

Rashmi Vadlakonda

10:15am EDT

Karisa Schwanekamp

Derek Lovell

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