Preparing Every Student to Be an Amazing Human in a Digital World
Date: 10-28-26
Time: 9:00-10:00
Location: Ballroom D
Description: Preparing students to be good digital citizens requires more than just teaching them how to use technology -- it requires intentional practice around using digital tools to become curious learners and creative problem solvers. These skills are even more essential than ever before as we need to make sure our students are graduating ready to thrive in an AI infused world. Join Richard Culatta for a conversation about how educators can effectively model the use of AI to help students become better at being human as well as how to find technology balance by shifting from "screen time" to "screen value".
Keynote Book Study
Date: 10-28-26
Time: 10:30 - 11:30
Location: Ballroom D
Digital for Good: A Book Study Join ISTE CEO Richard Culatta for an interactive conversation based on his book, Digital for Good: Raising Kids to Thrive in an Online World. Participants will explore the five traits Culatta identifies as key to helping young people flourish online: balanced, informed, engaged, inclusive, and grounded. Rather than focusing on screen time limits, this session offers educators a constructive way to think about their role in building students' digital judgment and habits. Attendees will leave with discussion questions and classroom ready strategies they can put to use right away. First 50 attendees will receive a copy of the book.
Schedule: Thursday, 10-29-26 10:30-11:30
Location: Ballroom D
Registration: No Pre-registration required. Free for registered conference attendees.
Description: State of EdTech: What’s Now, What’s Next - What’s keeping school district technology leaders up at night—and what innovations are energizing them? Join us for an inside look at the latest findings from the 2026 U.S. State of EdTech Leadership Survey. From increasing concerns about "screentime", rising cybersecurity threats and the rapid integration of AI, this Session unpacks the trends shaping the future of education technology.
Schedule: Thursday, October 29, 2026 (8:30 am-4:30 pm, last seating @ 3:30 pm) and Friday, October 30, 2026 (8:00 am - 11:15 am, last seating at 10:45 am)
Location: Ballroom A
Registration: No Pre-registration required. Free for registered conference attendees.
Description: This event will allow attendees to take free proctored tests and exams for various certifications.
Schedule: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (9:00 am - 10:00 am)
Location: Ballroom D
Registration: No registration required.
Description: This annual meeting will feature joint presentations by the SC Department of Education and various SC Public School Districts.
Agenda
Schedule: Friday, October 30, 2026-Saturday-October 31, 2026 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm, daily)
Location: John T. Rhodes Myrtle Beach Sports Center
Meeting Room# 117
2115 Sports Center Way
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
http://www.myrtlebeachsportscenter.com
Target Audience: Current and aspiring K-12 technology leaders
Format: 2-day live in-person training event
-Course materials, lunch, and refreshments provided.
- Preregistration is required and limited to 50 attendees (A conference registration selection.)
- Registered participants must attend both days of training. (Penalty $125 per missed day).
- Admission to this featured event is included with full conference registration
Description:
The instructor lead training is designed to grow leadership capacity for current and aspiring K-12 technology leaders. This training will introduce participants to the Framework of Essential Skills for K-12 CTOs, a nationally recognized guide for effective edtech leadership. Learn how the CETL? course supports strategic, instructional, and operational leadership development, preparing you to lead with confidence in today's complex educational landscape.
Schedule: Thursday, October 29, 2026, (7:30 am-10:00 am)
Location: Ballroom D
Target Audience: Experienced Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO, Interested Male Ambassadors/Mentors
Key Take Aways: Network, Learn, Advocate
Description: This workshop will provide tools, testimonies, and collaboration opportunities guided by women in various segments of technology leadership.
- Preregistration is required (A conference registration selection.)
- Admission to this featured event is included with full conference registration
Schedule: Thursday, October 29, 2026 (9:00 AM-4:00 PM)
Location: Ballroom E
- Admission to this featured event is included with full conference registration
- Spectators only registration fee $10.00 per person
- Esports Training Workshops
Schedule: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 11:45 am - 12:45 pm.
To commemorate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SC Ed Tech is going pink to support survivors and current warriors fighting cancer! SC EdTech attendees and vendors are encouraged to " Pink Out" by wearing pink attire and enjoy the celebration in the Exhibit Hall. Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.