Digital Promise

As 2024 comes to a close, we're looking back on the positive impact young people around the world have on their communities. Close the year with inspiration from #CienaChallenge students and Ciena employees who recognized their work: https://bit.ly/3ZzVhZK

How can you show district leaders that your #edtech product fosters powerful learning opportunities? Earn Digital Promise’s ESSA-aligned Research-Based Design and Evidence-Based Edtech product certifications to demonstrate the quality of your edtech to purchasers. Apply by Jan. 17 to be part of our February earner announcement! https://bit.ly/3N7vkch

Digital Promise is thrilled to join EDSAFE AI Alliance, Common Sense Media, aiEDU.org, and The Tech Interactive to celebrate #AILiteracyDay on March 28, 2025! Students, parents, educators, and other community members are welcome to join us as we explore the fundamental question, "What is AI?" https://lnkd.in/eznVzeup This event will offer valuable lessons for classrooms and after-school programs, plus professional development opportunities for educators. With events hosted in local communities and national spotlight events, our mission is to promote AI literacy through education.

There’s still time to register to join Digital Promise, UCI School of Education, Anaheim Union High School Dst, and aiEDU for the 2025 AI K12 Deeper Learning Summit! Taking place in Anaheim, California, from Feb. 27-March 1, this interactive event is designed to equip #EdLeaders and #educators with tangible insights, tips, and strategies around best practices for responsible AI use, ways to advocate for tech justice policies, and opportunities to shape the future of AI in education and society. Space is filling up fast – register today to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/eTGQM62j Thank you to our 2025 AI K12 Deeper Learning Summit Convening sponsors, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the #KaporFoundation, and Orange County Supervisor Doug Chaffee, for making this event possible.

Are you interested in learning how gaming and other innovative STEM programs can improve college and career readiness? On Jan. 29, join Digital Promise for a LinkedIn Live featuring leaders from Duquesne City School District who will share how programs like esports, drone soccer, podcasting, and Lego League are opening doors to future possibilities for every student. Chief Academic Officer Jamie Schmidt, K-8 Principal Erica Slobodnik, and Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Coach Michelle Stowell will highlight how these initiatives are fostering student agency and bonding across diverse student groups. Don't miss this opportunity to discover new strategies for leveraging technology in education by unlocking the fun! Register to join us today! #VerizonInnovativeLearning #dpvils #education #EdTech

"Empowering students to take the lead in educational research and having their voice integrated into the development of education technology tools is not just innovative—it’s essential." In a new blog post, Center for Inclusive Innovation R&D Program Manager Cassie G. shares insights from young people involved in the League of Innovative Students (LOIS) 2024 Design Sprint that highlight their profound understanding of the challenges they face. LOIS is a national network of learners designed to shift education research and development (R&D) to be wholly reflective of student voice and leadership. Read how the students of LOIS are making strides toward shaping educational experiences for their peers and driving systemic change: https://lnkd.in/eaC4xuWj #StudentVoice #StudentLeadership #InclusiveInnovation

“It's been the most powerful learning of our professional lives.” Last month, nearly 30 leaders from our League of Innovative Schools and Global Cities Education Network (GCEN) traveled to Finland to gain insights and practical strategies around the country’s leading approach to whole child development. The trip was part of Digital Promise’s Whole Child Development Implementation Cohort, a learning model built on the power of collaborative learning with and from education systems and leaders from around the world. In an article for K-12 Dive, Christy Northway (Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey)#36 Surrey)#36), Luis Correa, Ed.D (Gurnee School District 56), and Barbara Pape (Digital Promise) reflect on key takeaways from the trip, including effective approaches to fostering belonging through intentionality and focus, promoting teacher autonomy and alternative methods of evaluation and assessment, and designing learning for the whole child. Check out their top insights: https://lnkd.in/ecRSjWAw #EdLeadership #k12education #leaders #education

Digital Promise shares a framework to help schools and communities prepare for a future shaped by AI. Let’s equip learners to critically evaluate and use emerging technologies safely and ethically. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eDY46GwY #EdTech #AILiteracy

🚨 Missed the "AI Integration and TPACK" Ask Me Anything session with Dr. Punya Mishra? We've got you covered! Catch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/en8UrJA9. Dr. Mishra shared actionable steps on integrating AI meaningfully in education, balancing content knowledge, pedagogy, and technology, and navigating ethical considerations in classrooms. 💡 Want to be part of future conversations like this? Join the AI Education Exchange community on LinkedIn! Connect with fellow educators, ask your burning questions, and stay updated on upcoming AMA sessions with leading experts. https://bit.ly/3Tcen5P #AIinEducation #TPACK #EdTech #TeachingInnovation Partner: HP

🌟NEW #ActionSummit25 speaker! Jobs for the Future (JFF) and Joel Vargas, vice president of the Education practice, join us as speakers for the “Designing the High School Pathways Triad: K-12 + Higher Ed + Industry” track. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to receive Job for the Future’s valuable insights and real-time coaching on collaboratively designing career-credentialed pathways! Join us from Feb. 4–5, 2025, in Oakland, California to work alongside like-minded peers as you create strategies that help students thrive in both college and career. Register now to convene with a community of #education innovators at the Action Summit: tinyurl.com/actionsummit25 #EdLeaders #Education #Innovation #K12 #Pathways