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Propellus Tech Summit 2025
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Wednesday, May 28
 

1:05pm CDT

Broken Telephone of the Internet: A Hands-On Simulation for Media & AI Literacy
Wednesday May 28, 2025 1:05pm - 3:25pm CDT
Ever wonder how a simple story can turn into viral chaos online? In this high-energy, hands-on deep dive, you’ll experience the Broken Telephone of the Internet—a classroom-ready simulation that unpacks how information shifts, bends, and sometimes breaks as it travels through today’s media landscape.

You’ll step into roles like AI news bots, influencers, and traditional journalists as you explore how bias, monetization, and algorithms impact what students see and believe online. This session blends media literacy, AI awareness, and critical thinking, showing you how to help students decode information in a fast-paced digital world.

Walk away with:
    •    A full simulation you can adapt for grades 4–12
    •    Printable role cards, debrief strategies, and classroom tips
    •    A deeper understanding of how AI impacts the stories students encounter every day

No lectures here—just immersive learning and meaningful conversations you can take straight to your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Dyane Smokorowski

Dyane Smokorowski

Coordinator of Digital Ltieracy, Wichita Public Schools
Wednesday May 28, 2025 1:05pm - 3:25pm CDT
266 Rhatigan Student Center 1845 Fairmont St. #54, Wichita

1:05pm CDT

From Zero to Chatbot Hero: AI Tools for Educators
Wednesday May 28, 2025 1:05pm - 3:25pm CDT
Unlock the power of AI in your classroom with our exciting presentation on creating custom chatbots! Join us for a fun and engaging session where we dive into the world of AI tools like ChatGPT, NotebookLM, and SchoolAI. Learn how these cutting-edge technologies can revolutionize your teaching experience, making it more interactive and efficient. Whether you're a tech-savvy educator or just starting with AI, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create your very own custom chatbots. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and engage your students like never before!
Speakers
Wednesday May 28, 2025 1:05pm - 3:25pm CDT
257 Rhatigan Student Center
 
Thursday, May 29
 

9:30am CDT

From Zero to Chatbot Hero: AI Tools for Educators
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
Unlock the power of AI in your classroom with our exciting presentation on creating custom chatbots! Join us for a fun and engaging session where we dive into the world of AI tools like ChatGPT, NotebookLM, and SchoolAI. Learn how these cutting-edge technologies can revolutionize your teaching experience, making it more interactive and efficient. Whether you're a tech-savvy educator or just starting with AI, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create your very own custom chatbots. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and engage your students like never before!
Speakers
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
257 Rhatigan Student Center

9:30am CDT

Let's Get Ready to Rumble over "1000" AI Tools
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
🥊 Let’s Get Ready to Fumble: The Ultimate AI Throwdown 💥 1000 tools. Endless potential. Only one can win your heart (or your lesson plan). Join us for the wildest session of the conference, where AI tools enter the ring and only the best survive! Two facilitators go head-to-head in a no-holds-barred battle to prove which AI tools reign supreme in education. From lesson generators to feedback machines, we’re fumbling through the noise so you don’t have to. 🎯 Not sure what’s even out there? We’ll show you. ⚖️ Torn between tools? We’ll compare them live. 🙋🏾‍♀️ Ready to rumble? You’ll pick a side. Expect laughs, hot takes, and mind-blowing ideas. Who will win? You decide. 💡🔥
Speakers
avatar for Tana Ruder

Tana Ruder

Technology Integration Specialist, Wichita Public Schools
Mom. Teacher. Fitted sheet folder. I like to help others create ways to make learning relevant so student can showcase their learning!
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
301 Rhatigan Student Center 1845 Fairmont St. #54 Wichita, KS

9:30am CDT

🎒 The Great Expedition: Crafting Experiential Learning Adventures
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
Join us on an Indiana Jones-inspired quest to unlock the power of experiential learning in your classroom! In this immersive, hands-on session, you’ll unpack treasures of sensory exploration, student agency, real-world relevance, and creativity. Through artifact-based challenges, meaningful collaboration, and thoughtful reflection, you’ll discover how to design learning experiences that engage students deeply, spark curiosity, and inspire lasting understanding.

You’ll leave with your own “treasure toolkit,” complete with custom puzzle-piece prompts to effortlessly plan purposeful, standards-aligned experiential lessons with the help of AI. Get ready to transform your teaching into unforgettable adventures where students don’t just learn—they experience
Speakers
avatar for Dyane Smokorowski

Dyane Smokorowski

Coordinator of Digital Ltieracy, Wichita Public Schools
Thursday May 29, 2025 9:30am - 11:45am CDT
266 Rhatigan Student Center 1845 Fairmont St. #54, Wichita

1:35pm CDT

Poster Session Round Two: Keep the Spark Alive!
Thursday May 29, 2025 1:35pm - 2:05pm CDT
Think of this as the ultimate teacher idea fair. During this interactive session, you’ll walk through a collection of educator-hosted poster stations, each offering a 5–15 minute mini-lesson, classroom tip, or tech trick. From Canva workflows and Padlet magic to AI prompts and Microsoft shortcuts, you’ll collect practical tools in a casual, come-and-go atmosphere. These are quick wins that pack a punch—perfect for sparking fresh ideas without overwhelming your brain.
Thursday May 29, 2025 1:35pm - 2:05pm CDT
142 Rhatigan Student Center 1845 Fairmont St. #54 Wichita, KS

2:15pm CDT

💼 Community Workforce Panel: The Future of AI
Thursday May 29, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
What skills will students need to thrive in an AI-powered world? Join Wichita’s top business, tech, and education leaders for a dynamic conversation on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the workforce—and what that means for today’s classrooms.

In this forward-thinking panel, community experts will share insights on:
    •    Emerging workforce trends
    •    The growing demand for digital and AI literacy
    •    Real-world examples of how industries are evolving with AI

Whether you’re preparing students for their first job or future careers not yet invented, this session will connect the dots between education and the local workforce.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what’s next—and how we can get students ready for it.
Thursday May 29, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
305 Rhatigan Student Center Ballroom 1845 Fairmount St #56, Wichita, KS 67260, USA
 
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