Fall 2026 Pewaukee Leveraging Technology Academy

The Leveraging Technology for Educational Excellence Academy is a professional learning program jointly sponsored by WASBO, WASDA, and AWSA. This academy is supported through a partnership with Waukesha County Technical College. It is designed to equip teams of Wisconsin school and district leaders with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to effectively and responsibly integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into education.

 

As of April 29, the Pewaukee Leveraging Technology Academy is SOLD OUT! Please consider registering your team for another academy location, or join the wait list here

 
The academy combines in-person learning sessions, virtual check-ins, and hands-on labs that emphasize practical applications of AI for improving both system-level strategy and day-to-day administrative efficiency. Participants work collaboratively to assess their readiness, map current practices, explore innovative tools, and develop sustainable AI integration blueprints tailored to their districts.

By blending strategic planning, tool exploration, and leadership development, the academy ensures that leaders leave with not just knowledge, but also a clear, actionable plan for advancing their district’s AI vision.

 

Participants

Teams of school and district administrators (Price per person is $445)

  • Ideal teams are comprised of: Superintendents, business officials, curriculum leaders, tech directors, and principals
  • Maximum 7 people per team and must include at least 1 school-level leader
  • Designed for both beginners and those with more experience and knowledge of AI

Facilitators

Dr. Ryan Krohn

District Administrator
St. Francis School District      
 

Dr. Danielle Bosanec

Director of Professional Development
WASBO

   
Key Features

Learning Format

  • Three in-person sessions (September 18, October 23 and November 13) at Waukesha County Technical College, Pewaukee

Hands-On Discovery Labs

  • Rotating lab experiences allow participants to explore AI tools in small groups.
  • Demonstrations followed by exploration time ensure practical application.

Collaborative Team Approach

  • Teams of up to seven, ideally including superintendents, business officials, curriculum leaders, tech directors, and principals.
  • Requires at least one school-level leader to ensure district and building perspectives.

Blueprint Development & Coaching

  • Access to templates, examples, and expert coaching from facilitators.
  • Structured opportunities to build, revise, and finalize district AI blueprints.

Benefits to Districts

  • Empowered leadership with a clear AI vision and plan
  • Improved administrative efficiency allowing more time to focus on student learning, staff development, and fiscal responsibility
  • Greater organizational alignment on emerging technologies

 

Additional Information

We thank Brisk Teaching for sponsoring all five of our 2026-27 Leveraging Technology Academies!

 

When
9/18/2026 7:00 AM - 11/13/2026 3:30 PM
Central Daylight Time
Where
Waukesha County Technical College 800 Main Street Pewaukee, WI 53072

Program

Friday, 18 September 2026

Description
Time
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM
This introductory session sets the stage for the academy by welcoming participants, outlining program goals, and fostering meaningful connections with fellow attendees. Through discussions on defining effectiveness, exploring the relationship between efficiency and impact, and beginning to draft personal or organizational mission and vision statements, participants will establish a strong foundation for the learning journey ahead.
Time
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
8:30 AM
AI Readiness Assessment analysis & team time.
Time
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
9:30 AM
Time
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
10:30 AM
This interactive session introduces a prioritization matrix to help participants identify high-impact, low-effort opportunities within their organizations. Attendees will learn practical methodologies for evaluating processes and determining where AI can be integrated to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and maximize organizational impact.
Time
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
10:45 AM
Time
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
11:45 AM
Districts will explore a variety of AI tools and how they can be applied within their district.
Time
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM
Time
1:30 PM - 1:40 PM
1:30 PM
Teams must return to their districts, validate their AI mission/vision with key stakeholders, and initiate a small-scale pilot based on Discovery Lab 1.
Time
1:40 PM - 2:00 PM
1:40 PM
This session focuses on moving beyond individual AI projects to develop scalable, district-wide initiatives that drive lasting impact. Through an interactive AI Strategy Canvas activity, participants will create a roadmap for aligning AI opportunities with organizational goals and building a sustainable strategy for implementation across their district.
Time
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
2:00 PM
Time
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
3:00 PM
Review 30-Day Challenge.
Time
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3:15 PM

Friday, 23 October 2026

Description
Time
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
7:30 AM
Share the results of each district's 30-Day Challenge.
Time
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM
Review AI Blueprint sections 1 & 2.
Time
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM
8:30 AM
Review AI Blueprint section 3.
Time
8:50 AM - 9:50 AM
8:50 AM
Time
9:50 AM - 10:00 AM
9:50 AM
In this hands-on session, participants will complete Sections 4 and 5 of their AI Blueprint by establishing clear AI goals, identifying actionable next steps, and defining meaningful success metrics. Attendees will learn how to measure outcomes and evaluate return on investment (ROI) to ensure their AI initiatives deliver measurable value for their organization.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
10:00 AM
Time
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
11:15 AM
Escape the Administrative Overload- Can Your District Recover Enough Leadership Time Before the Clock Runs Out?
Time
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:00 PM
Time
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
2:00 PM
Districts share AI Blueprint draft.
Time
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
2:15 PM
This closing session brings the day full circle by challenging participants to put their learning into action. Through a 30-Day Challenge, attendees will develop a practical implementation plan, explore strategies for growing organizational capacity, and leave with the tools, accountability, and confidence to continue advancing AI initiatives long after the academy concludes.
Time
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
2:45 PM

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