We are grateful for the support from our Partners sponsoring this event:
Amira Learning accelerates literacy outcomes by delivering the latest reading and neuroscience with AI. Propelling gains exceeding human tutoring, Amira is the only AI edtech validated by university and SEA efficacy research. Amira bridges assessment, instruction, and tutoring across one seamless cycle, helping districts achieve instructional coherence. Serving more than 4 million students and trusted by more than 2,000 districts and schools worldwide, Amira is the intelligent assistant teachers need to turn students into motivated and masterful readers.
Kelvin Roldán, Ed.L.D. , Commissioner in Residence
kelvin.roldan@amiralearning.com
Founded by former school administrators and industry professionals, ArxEd, Inc. is a multi-tiered company providing innovative software solutions for school districts and municipalities. Our LITIX data platform allows decision makers to leverage the power of data and revolutionize how Municipalities and School Districts do business. Plus, our Academy training products include engaging and efficient training suites to meet state and federal mandates for staff, coaches, and student-athletes.
Michael Mastrullo, Co-Founder & CEO
mike@arxed.com
Michael Welch, Director of LITIX
mw@arxed.com
BetterLesson provides high-quality, ESSA-certified professional learning that sustainably improves instructional practices, enabling K-12 districts to meet all students’ needs and achieve meaningful, measurable improvements in teaching and learning outcomes.
Suki Shergill, M.Ed., Director of Partnerships
suki.shergill@betterlesson.com
Rachel Jordan, Vice President of Marketing
rachel.jordan@betterlesson.com
A leading player in education law and municipal labor relations in Connecticut, Berchem Moses PC has over 40 years of experience defending the interests of public, private, and charter schools throughout the state. We take a strong proactive approach to education matters, helping school boards prevent crises and minimize expenses by troubleshooting, training staff, and continually updating decision-makers on changes in the law and trends in the education community. Our vast experience in labor law and education law, including both special education and regular education areas, makes us well-suited to respond to the legal needs of boards of education.
Michelle Laubin, Senior Partner
mlaubin@berchemmoses.com
Connecticut Behavioral Health, LLC (CBH) has been a provider of school-based behavioral health and ABA services for over 20 years to school districts across the state. Our Clinical Psychologists, Clinicians, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), and RBTs work with school district personnel to develop research based district-wide behavioral health and ABA programs as well as provide behavioral support to students to keep them in their home-schools.
https://www.ctbehavioralhealth.com/
Dr. Ryan Loss, Executive Director
director.cbhllc@gmail.com
Founded in 1969, Curriculum Associates, LLC designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company's products and outstanding customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary for teaching diverse student populations and fostering learning for all students. Learn more at www.curriculumassociates.com.
Lisa Cattaruzza, Educational Sales Consultant
LCattaruzza@cainc.com
Effective School Solutions provides in-person mental health and behavioral support programs to help high-risk students reach their full potential. Effective School Solutions currently partners with over 120 districts across 12 states, including a number of CT districts.
https://effectiveschoolsolutions.com/
Amy Conklin, Director of District Partnerships
aconklin@effectiveschoolsolutions.com
For nearly three decades, FranklinCovey Education has been a trusted provider of educational leadership development, school systems change management, and career and life readiness solutions. As an evidence-based PK-12 model, Leader in Me enables the creation of a strong learning environment with neuroscience-backed wellness skills and actionable academic and personal support for students in the classroom and staff in the building.
https://www.franklincovey.com/
Erin Fitzgerald
erin.fitzgerald@franklincovey.com
HUB provides CT School District Superintendents with specialized contract consulting and financial planning services for school district leaders. HUB is also one the largest K-12 403b and 457b retirement plan administrators in the country.
https://www.hubinternational.com/
Randy Feid, VP Business Development
randy.feid@hubinternational.com
Gordon Taylor, SVP Business Development
gordon.taylor@hubinternational.com
Imagine Learning empowers educators to enable breakthroughs for every student by enabling them with the most forward-thinking solutions at the intersection of people, curricula, and technology to creatively transform what’s possible for all educators and each student. Our solutions are digital first for core, supplemental and personalized interventions.
https://www.imaginelearning.com/solutions/
Erin Connolly, Account Executive, (CT, RI)
erin.connolly@imaginelearning.com
Claritza Colon, Sales Associate
Claritza.colon@imaginelearning.com
Newsela products are purpose-built to unlock student motivation, inspire teachers, and drive long-lasting learning outcomes.
Tara Lurie, CT District Partnerships Director
tara.lurie@newsela.com
Open Up Resources is a non-profit publisher that strives to deliver the highest-quality learning experiences for all students. Our openly accessible materials are research-based, standards-aligned, and culturally responsive, meeting the demands and needs of leaders, educators, and students. Paired with our curated and customizable professional learning, we cultivate district and school-level partnerships to achieve extraordinary outcomes.
https://www.openupresources.org/
Ammar Zia, Regional Development Manager
Ammar.Zia@openup.org
Our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We serve customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are.
https://www.pearson.com/en-us.html
Krista Pupillo
krista.pupillo@pearson.com
Right At School: On-site, fully-managed, extended day enrichment all year long -- tailored to your district's needs!
https://www.rightatschool.com/
Melissa Celia, Associate Partnership Manager
melissa.celia@rightatschool.com
At Project Oceanology we foster connection with the ocean through innovative hands-on educational programs. Board our research vessel to participate in a animal population study, catch fish and plankton, pull up a mud grab, use oceanographic equipment to measure water quality, and more. Discover Long Island Sound's beautiful and diverse shoreline with one of our inquiry-based shore programs; learn about organisms, map out habitats, explore connections between the environment and its organisms.
Andrew Ely, Executive Director
aely@oceanology.org
Amanda Fall, Marine Science Educator
afall@oceanology.org
Sphero is transforming PK–12 education with accessible tools that encourage exploration, imagination, and perseverance through STEAM and computer science. With the help of educators around the world, we are empowering learners of all backgrounds and abilities to discover their interests and passions while equipping them with the skills they need to be the world’s future Changemakers. The Sphero Learning Ecosystem brings STEAM, computer science, and robotics to life with tangible tools and expert-designed lessons for hands-on learning at every step of the educational journey.
Emily Luongo, Education Partnership Manager
emily.luongo@sphero.com
ThoughtExchange is the leading K-12 survey and engagement platform, enhancing and simplifying the way education leaders collect and analyze data. We leverage AI to make engagement more personalized, data analysis streamlined and precise, and data-driven actions easier to make. Whether districts are tackling new legislation, staff retention, or attendance and enrollment, we ensure that our platform will enable leaders to make better decisions, faster.
Devon Phelps, Marketing Manager
devon.phelps@thoughtexchange.com
Western Governors University (WGU) is a nonprofit online university that offers competency-based degrees in a variety of fields, including education, business, IT, and healthcare. Founded by 19 U.S. governors, WGU is known for its flexible and affordable online learning model, which allows students to learn at their own pace and focus on demonstrating mastery of skills. WGU's mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable higher education for working adults and other nontraditional students.
Scott Read, Partner Success Manager
scott.read@wgu.edu
Educators around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Over the last decade, Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal.
Andrew Richards, Account Executive
andrewrichards@overyondr.com
Bethany Davis, Education Partnerships Manager
bethany@overyondr.com
zSpace is a leading evidence-based augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) platform providing innovative hands-on, experiential learning to improve achievement in STEM, CTE, and Career Readiness. The zSpace Inspire is a comprehensive solution consisting of Windows-based AR/VR laptops, software, standards-aligned content, and professional development. The Inspire laptop is an ultra-high-definition stereo display with 4K Pantone capabilities and a powerful CPU that supports K12 STEM, CTE, and advanced professional applications, including eSports, modeling and simulation, and data visualization - without an HMD or glasses! zSpace can be implemented in-school or in hybrid learning environments - anytime, anywhere, anyplace.
Ashley Lupinacci, Account Executive
alupinacci@zspace.com