ATLE Emerge 2025: Full Schedule

We offer professional learning at the intersection of Learning, Technology and Leadership!

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8:00am MDT

Emerge Registration, Breakfast, and Welcoming Remarks

Thursday April 24, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

Rundle/Robson

Register at the entry table and then move on into the main hallway and conference room for a wonderful breakfast while reconnecting and making new friends!

Thursday April 24, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Nutrition

9:00am MDT

Keynote: Dr. Patrick Pilarski, University of Alberta/Amii

Thursday April 24, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MDT

Rundle/Robson

Presenters

Patrick Pilarski

University of Alberta

Thursday April 24, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Keynote

10:00am MDT

Refreshment Break and Networking

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT

Rundle/Robson

Stretch, walk, snack and visit! Break time!

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Nutrition

10:00am MDT

The PL-AI-ground! Edbit sessions spotlighting tools for the classroom and beyond!

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm MDT

Hallway

The PL-AI-ground! Edbit sessions spotlighting tools for the classroom and beyond!

Presenters

Nicole Lakusta

Emerging Technology Facilitator, Parkland School Division

With a diverse background in K-12 education, I've served as a passionate teacher, a dynamic Assistant/Acting Principal, an Inclusive Education Lead, and a STEAM innovator. I also held the role of Teaching & Learning Resources Consultant with Alberta Education and currently serve as... Read More →

David Hay

Teacher, Elk Island Public Schools

David Hay teaches high school computing science, robotics, IT, digital media, and math in Sherwood Park. He is also a contributor to the Callysto and Data Dunkers projects.

Alex Mottus

Director of IT, Pembina Hills School Division

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm MDT
Hallway DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Teaching and Learning

10:15am MDT

The Algorithmic Principal: AI’s Role in Decision-Making, Ethics, and Policy

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT

Rundle/Robson

School leaders increasingly find themselves at the intersection of education, ethics, and AI-driven decision-making. This session unpacks the challenges of AI in hiring, discipline, student assessment, and personalized learning—where data-driven insights collide with the need for equity, fairness, and transparency. What biases lurk in AI-powered tools? How do we ensure students and staff retain agency in an AI-mediated environment? Join us for a provocative discussion on AI policy, leadership ethics, and the future of human-AI collaboration in schools.

Presenters

Jonathon Thomas

Consultant, Elk Island Public Schools

As an Education Technology Consultant with Elk Island Public Schools, Jonathon Thomas brings over 20 years of classroom teaching and instructional leadership experience to guide K-12 educators in the effective integration of technology. Holding a Master of Education in Educational... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Leadership

10:15am MDT

DOCEO AI

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT

Maligne/Morraine

Meet DOCEO AI, a new player in the edtech space focused on developing AI-powered tools designed specifically for the needs of educators and school divisions. In this session, founder Ahmed will introduce DOCEO’s vision, showcase some of the early products in development, and explore how artificial intelligence can support teaching, learning, and school operations. Whether you're curious about what’s possible or looking for solutions grounded in real classroom needs, this session offers a firsthand look at how AI is being thoughtfully built for education.

Presenters

DOCEO AI

Sponsors

DOCEO AI

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT
Maligne/Morraine DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Getting Technical

10:15am MDT

Digital Assessments with Vretta - What's new and next?

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT

Emerald/Amethyst

Assessment is evolving—and Vretta is at the forefront of designing digital tools that support data-informed learning. In this session, representatives from the Digital Assessment branch will walk us through the latest updates in their digital assessment platform, highlight new features available to educators and students, and share a preview of what’s on the horizon. This session will give you a clear picture of how the platform is growing to meet classroom and system-level needs.

Presenters

Jeremy Wiebe

Government of Alberta

Jennifer Phillips

Government of Alberta

Mike Zhang

Government of Alberta

Pascal Couture

Director, Digital Assessment Implementation, Government of Alberta

Thursday April 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT
Emerald/Amethyst DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Leadership, Alberta Education

11:10am MDT

Edmonton Public's Student AI Conference: A Journey and Next Steps

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT

Rundle/Robson

This session delves into the journey of creating Edmonton Public's first Student AI Conference, from initial concept to execution, highlighting the challenges and successes along the way. We'll also have a conversation about how leadership, educational technology consultants, and K-12 teachers-leaders are exploring future directions when it comes to students learning about AI, including literacy initiatives, and share best practices from your own school divisions.

Presenters

Aaron Muller

Supervisor- Technology and Information Management, Edmonton Public School Board

Aaron has been with Edmonton Public Schools for 21 years, eight years as a classroom teacher and thirteen as a technology consultant and supervisor in Technology and Information Management. Aaron supports schools regarding technology planning, technology ever-greening across the... Read More →

Bernice Pui

Educational Technology Consultant, Edmonton Public School Board

Bernice has been with Edmonton Public Schools for almost a decade as a Knowledge and Employability (K&E) teacher, high school science/biology/chemistry teacher, advanced placement teacher, speech & debate teacher, Department Head of Technology, and now, technology consultant. Bernice... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Teaching and Learning

11:10am MDT

The Great Bandwidth Bake-Off

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT

Maligne/Morraine

We've all now had Internet service for our school jurisdictions for many years. But when was the last time you took a good look at your options? Have you been doing it the same way for 20 years? Maybe it is time to see if there are other flavours that might work for you.

This panel conversation will present a number of different ways of providing Internet to our schools. Each scenario is different and you may find some new ingredients as you work on your Internet recipe.

Presenters

Todd Kennedy

Director of Technology, Golden Hills School Division

Todd is the Director of Technology for Golden Hills School Division, in Strathmore Alberta. His team manages all of the technology and infrastructure for a school population of about 12,000 students and 1,000 staff, spread across 47 schools, both traditional and on-line.Todd has a... Read More →

Barry Sheelar

IT Manager, Blackgold School Division

IT Manager with Black Gold School Division, 29 years of experience in an Educational Technology environment.

Dave Webster

Manager, Information Services, St. Albert Public Schools

Dave has been providing IT support in education for 33 years. As the Manager of Information Services at St. Albert Public Schools, he is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, and execution of all IT functions within the division.

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT
Maligne/Morraine DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Getting Technical

11:10am MDT

Tech on Demand: Unlocking the Power of Digital Lending Libraries

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT

Emerald/Amethyst

What if your classroom had access to robots, coding kits, and other powerful edtech tools—without needing to purchase them? In this session, we’ll explore how school divisions are using digital lending libraries to give students hands-on access to cutting-edge technology. Managed by educational technologists, these libraries provide schools with borrowable coding devices and support for meaningful integration. From check-out to classroom, we’ll look at how these tools are getting into the hands of students—and how tech teams are sometimes hitting the road to help teachers and classes launch their projects. Come discover how "Tech on Demand" is making innovation more accessible, one device at a time.

Presenters

Kandis Gilks

Supervisor Teacher - Educational Technology, Grande Yellowhead Public School Division

Jeannine Younger

Education Technologist, Peace Wapiti Public School Division

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am MDT
Emerald/Amethyst DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Leadership, Teaching and Learning

12:00pm MDT

Lunch

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Grab a plate and sit down to eat a leisurely lunch in the company of other great technology folks! Maybe take a short walk if it's nice out when you're done. Your choice!

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Nutrition

12:45pm MDT

Cracking the Code to AI Literacy in Your Classroom

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Let's explore how to bring AI literacy to students of all ages! We'll share and discuss existing resources, brainstorm effective teaching strategies for core AI concepts, and address the ethical implications and responsible use of AI. Join in to exchange ideas, tackle common challenges, and discover practical classroom applications that empower students to think critically about AI's impact on their world.

Presenters

Nicole Lakusta

Emerging Technology Facilitator, Parkland School Division

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Teaching and Learning

12:45pm MDT

Expanding your data visibility with Google BigQuery and Looker Studio

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT

Maligne/Morraine

Google BigQuery is part of the Google Cloud Suite and can be a powerful ally in performing and automating data analysis across a variety of data sources. It allows one to combine data from Google Sheets, CSV files, and a host of other sources in a secure environment for powerful reporting in Looker Studio. This session explores practical techniques for generating insights, leveraging BigQuery's SQL capabilities and ability to work with data from a variety of different sources as if it all resided in the same database. Basic SQL knowledge is recommended.

Presenters

Brian Wynder

Elk Island Catholic Separate Regional Division No. 41, Elk Island Public Schools

Brian Wynder has been with Elk Island Catholic Schools as the data coordinator for over 12 years. He brings wide experience using PowerSchool, PASIPrep and other tools to manage student data and to build business processes using that data within school environments.

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT
Maligne/Morraine DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Getting Technical, Data

12:45pm MDT

FOIP Overhaul: Key Insights into the New Legislation

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT

Emerald/Amethyst

With the repeal of the FOIP Act, Alberta’s public bodies must adapt to new legislative requirements, and update policies, procedures and programs under the Access to Information Act (ATIA) and Protection of Privacy Act (PPA) This session will provide a high-level overview of the key changes and their impact on compliance.

Presenters

Joan Dunlop

Partner, Cenera

With a powerful combination of privacy and information management expertise, Joan is an engaging speaker, dynamic motivator, and trusted advisor. Known for her infectious enthusiasm, Joan makes access and privacy legislation accessible, understandable and engaging. She is skilled... Read More →

Sponsors

Cenera

Thursday April 24, 2025 12:45pm - 1:30pm MDT
Emerald/Amethyst DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Leadership, Privacy Impact Assessments

1:40pm MDT

AI & Digital Citizenship: Empowering Active & Responsible Digital Citizens

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Please bring a device you can use to participate in the learning.

In an increasingly AI-driven world, digital citizenship is more than just online safety, it’s about participation, critical thinking, and ethical engagement. This session will explore participatory digital citizenship, where students move beyond passive consumption to active, responsible engagement in digital spaces.

Educators will leave with interactive classroom activities that encourage students to think critically about AI, data privacy, and their online presence. We’ll also explore top-tier resources for teaching digital citizenship and discuss a parent engagement session idea that helps families navigate digital spaces together. Whether you’re looking for ready-to-use lesson ideas or strategies to foster meaningful conversations at home, this session will provide practical tools to support digital citizenship education in today’s AI-infused landscape.

Presenters

Nicole Cunningham

Emtech, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Nicole Cunningham is a Consultant with the Emerging Technology team in Learning Services with Edmonton Catholic Schools. She has been an educator with ECSD for 26 years, teaching K-6 students and serving as a technology coach for Early Learning, Inclusive Education and Curriculum... Read More →

Joel Kristiansen

Emerging Technology Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Joel is part of the Emerging Technology team at Edmonton Catholic Schools. Joel has worked in ECSD for over a decade, spending most of his time in K-9 schools teaching design, robotics, and collaborating with teachers to integrate makerspaces into their subject area.

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Teaching and Learning

1:40pm MDT

Video Surveillance, FOIP and Safety - what do school leaders need to know

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT

Maligne/Morraine

What are the best practices for implementing, managing and supporting video surveillance systems in a school division? Learn about our experiences at Edmonton Public Schools, and our take on the new provincial legislation regarding privacy, access and surveillance.

Presenters

Lea Beeken

Manager, Edmonton Public School Board

I am a teacher and school administrator who works centrally to develop a privacy program, a digital student record, a data governance program and a cyber security program for Edmonton Public Schools. I manage cyber awareness training, a cyber security strategic roadmap and data g... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT
Maligne/Morraine DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Getting Technical

1:40pm MDT

How to support teachers implementing the new CS curriculum in your small district

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT

Emerald/Amethyst

Rolling out the new Computer Science curriculum can feel daunting—especially in smaller districts with limited staff, time, or resources. This session is designed for those looking to build meaningful support for teachers without needing a large-scale infrastructure. We’ll share practical strategies for professional learning, resource sharing, and scaffolding classroom implementation, all tailored to the unique challenges of small teams. No matter your role, you’ll leave with ideas and tools to help teachers feel confident and supported as they bring Computer Science to life in their classrooms.

Presenters

Angela Dearing

Education Technologist, Convergence Conference Chair, Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools

Angela Dearing has been a teacher with Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools for 22 years. Her teaching experience covers grades 1 through 9 with specializations in Language Arts. Throughout her career, technology has had important place in her pedagogy and classroom teaching. In 2015... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:40pm - 2:25pm MDT
Emerald/Amethyst DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Leadership, Teaching and Learning

2:25pm MDT

Refreshment Break and Networking

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:25pm - 2:40pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Stretch, walk, snack and visit! Break time!

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:25pm - 2:40pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Nutrition

2:40pm MDT

ATLE PLN SPEED-DATING Roundtables

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Pull up a chair at a table of your choice and shape ways to maximize your PLN experiences in the year to come! DigCit, Robotics, AI, Cybersecurity, Lunch with IT, SIS Supports, Admin Assistants Supports

Presenters

Janet Bell

Director of Professional Learning, ATLE (Alberta Technology Leaders in Education)

Janet for years has been intrigued by how technology, in partnership with some good thinking, can help determine and even rapidly redefine our educational landscape. She is aware of the constant, even critical role digital literacy plays in keeping us all grounded in such ongoing... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Artificial Intelligence, Roundtable

2:40pm MDT

Proactive Strategies for Safeguarding Student Accounts with Clever

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT

Maligne/Morraine

2025 research shows that 1 in 4 boards reported increased cyberattacks targeting student accounts (Cybersecure 2025). However, only 5% of students have MFA compared to 90% of teachers and 95% of IT staff. With cybersecurity in K12 constantly evolving, there’s a lot for boards to stay on top of to protect their students' digital identities. Join our session to learn trends shaping cybersecurity in education, key steps that boards can take, and how Clever can help.

Presenters

Nicholas Klima

International Onboarding/Customer Success Manager, Clever

Nicholas Klima is the senior onboarding and success manager at Clever.

Aerin Bowers

Senior International Account Executive, Clever

Sponsors

Clever

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT
Maligne/Morraine DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Getting Technical, Cybersecurity

2:40pm MDT

SMART

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT

Emerald/Amethyst

Session description to come.

Presenters

Amy Dewis

Director, Regional Sales NA West & Canada, SMART

Juvy McLaren

SMART

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:40pm - 3:25pm MDT
Emerald/Amethyst DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Leadership

3:35pm MDT

Daily Wrap-up and Prizes

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:35pm - 3:45pm MDT

Rundle/Robson

Come join us for any last minute informational items and stay for the prizes!

Thursday April 24, 2025 3:35pm - 3:45pm MDT
Rundle/Robson DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton 16615 109th Avenue North West, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8

Whole Group, Nutrition