ACTEM2026: Full Schedule

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12:10pm EDT

Nosh & Network: The Tech Integrator’s Open Lunch

Thursday October 15, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EDT

Are you the 'go-to' tech champion in your district? Join us for an informal lunch to connect with fellow integrators from across the state. This is an open call to swap stories, share resources, and network with others walking in your shoes.

Why Join?
>Build your professional learning network (PLN).
>Discuss common challenges in a relaxed setting.
>Connect with the ACTEM community over good food.

Come for a spot to nosh, stay for the networking!

Speakers

Susie Simmons

Instructional Tech Coach, MSAD 6 - Bonny Eagle

Susie Simmons is a an instructional technology coach for Bonny Eagle Middle School & High School in Buxton/Standish, Maine. Her ed tech passions include 3D printing, virtual & augmented reality, spreadsheets, coding, and workload automating. She has a B.S. in Technology Education... Read More →

Thursday October 15, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EDT
Cumberland

Tech Integrators

1:10pm EDT

The PD Playbook: Designing A Summer Tech Course

Thursday October 15, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT

Cumberland

Join tech integrators from the Yarmouth School Department to get the "Playbook" for a successful, teacher-led Summer Tech Course. We’ll break down our logistical framework, high-interest curriculum, and credit-earning structure. From planning to execution, learn how to design a sustainable model that boosts staff proficiency and honors summer break. Walk away with a toolkit of ideas to launch a high-impact summer tech program in your own district next year!

Speakers

Todd Abbott

Technology Integrator PreK-5, Yarmouth Schools

Jen Adams

Instructional Technology Integrator, Yarmouth High School

Thursday October 15, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Cumberland

Tech Integrators

2:20pm EDT

Capture historic artifacts digitally with your students

Thursday October 15, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT

Penobscot

Every town in Maine has history waiting to be discovered. In this session we cover a student-led digitization project that uses photography, video, audio, drones, photogrammetry, 3D modeling, virtual reality, coding, AI and more. We share the techniques and methods to successfully create a historic trove of media to share.

Speakers

Kern Kelley

SLAM Coordinator / Technology Integrator, Regional School Unit #19

Starting his teaching career in New Zealand, Kern is presently the Technology Integrator at Regional School Unit #19 and Coordinator of the Student Leadership Ambassador program in central Maine. He has provided support to educators for over two decades and has conducted professional... Read More →

Thursday October 15, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Penobscot

Tech Integrators

2:20pm EDT

Tech Trouble Tabletop Session: What Would You Do?

Thursday October 15, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT

Fort Western

What happens when school initiatives come from the top down, AI policies are inconsistent, technology breeds bad habits, or parents push back on tech? In a tabletop exercise session, participants will examine digital dilemmas and tech-focused issues in schools today. Participants will develop realistic solutions that can be implemented in their own schools. Tech integrators, librarians, administrators, and teachers won’t want to miss this interactive session.

Speakers