NYSTC Fall Forum 2026 Ignite 6-7: Fueling Passion for Teacher Centers: Full Schedule

9:50am EDT

Delivering Asynchronous Programs in a Meaningful Way

Wednesday October 28, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EDT

Asynchronous professional learning should be flexible, meaningful, and manageable. Explore practical strategies for designing digital badges and book studies that break learning into achievable steps, encourage reflection, and respect educators’ time. Discover examples of asynchronous programs that balance flexibility, accountability, and meaningful growth.

Speakers

Paul Szymendera

Technology Coach and Teacher Center Director, Sweet Home Betty Summers Teacher Center

Paul Szymendera has served as Director of the Sweet Home Teacher Center since 2005. Over two decades, the Center has explored nearly every model of professional development. As a small, single-district center, its greatest success has come from creating meaningful, manageable, and... Read More →

Wednesday October 28, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EDT
Grand F

Professional Learning Session, One

11:00am EDT

AI Tools & Prompting Competition

Wednesday October 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Grand F

Discover how generative AI can transform workflow as a powerful executive assistant to handle intensive tasks in a fraction of the time. A hands-on session for directors on mastering prompt engineering to streamline and enhance their workflow. Curate and refine a personalized suite of high-impact prompts during an interactive Prompt Challenge.

Speakers

Lee Ferenc

Instructional Technology Coach, Williamsville Teacher Center

Currently serving as a SLT representative for the Far West Network, and New Director Task Group for the New York State Teacher Center Network. In addition, a co-chairperson for the Far West Network and part time director for the Williamsville Teacher Center. During the school day... Read More →

Lauren Crowley

Teacher, White Plains Staff Development Center

Wednesday October 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Grand F

Professional Learning Session, Two

NYSTC Fall Forum 2026 Ignite 6-7: Fueling Passion for Teacher Centers

9:50am EDT

Paul Szymendera

11:00am EDT

Lee Ferenc

Lauren Crowley

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