SYNC Conference Speakers and Session Info
Spark & Compass
Most of us have heard some version of this over the years, and too often, it is true. Participants will walk through a practical planning process that digs into the why behind strategic planning while highlighting strategies that build coherence, clarity, and commitment.
Cheri Wrench is a career educator whose leadership journey began as a bilingual kindergarten teacher and grew into serving as a successful turnaround principal at one of Denver’s largest elementary schools...
Bret Miles has spent his career in K–12 education serving as a paraprofessional, teacher, principal, and superintendent in rural Colorado...
Focus zones and a live tabletop simulation designed to strengthen district cybersecurity leadership and threat response readiness.
Surefire Cyber specializes in cybersecurity strategy, threat intelligence, and leadership guidance for public sector organizations...
K-12 EdTech Advisor
AI is advancing quickly, making it challenging for district leaders to guide effective and responsible use. We will explore emerging best practices, common pitfalls, and the professional learning priorities educators need.
Lindy Hockenbary is a nationally recognized K-12 EdTech advisor who helps districts implement technology in ways that meaningfully improve instruction and student learning...
MTDA
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OPI
SPED Updates
MTSS Data Modernization
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Just Right Reader
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Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer for the State of Montana
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Board Relations
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MSPLIP
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Superintendent & Tech Director
Gig Harbor, WA
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Kaleva Law
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CDW
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