What does it look like when educators bring AI directly into their classrooms? This panel spotlights creative and courageous teachers who are using AI tools to support student learning, develop engaging lesson content, and empower students as digital citizens. Hear firsthand stories of experimenting with chatbots, building custom study bots, designing prompt-writing lessons, and even navigating student advocacy for AI access. If you’re an educator curious about classroom AI tools or seeking inspiration for student-centered applications, this session is for you.
Dave Barringer has been teaching English since 2003 and has been in the Oregon City School District since 2004. He enjoys incorporating technology in the classroom and exploring the ways computers and electronics both make our lives easier and more difficult.
As an elementary classroom teacher in the Centennial School District, Natalie Knoles brings a practical perspective to the discussion of AI in education. Having also taught in Arthur Academy charter schools, she is actively exploring how AI can streamline lesson planning, facilitate... Read More →
Miles Rooklyn is an ELD teacher at McDaniel High School in Portland, Oregon.He brings over 15 years of experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and teacher leader. Miles has served as a Teacher on Special Assignment supporting both English Language Development and Spanish... Read More →
Lindsay began her career as a 10th and 11th grade history teacher in New York City and has over 15 years of experience in the education field. Over the last decade, her work has primarily focused on teacher development and professional learning. Most recently, she supported school... Read More →
