2026 INCTO Clinic: Full Schedule

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9:50am EDT

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Thursday May 7, 2026 9:50am - 10:40am EDT

In this session, we'll discuss resources that are available for new or aspiring technology directors/CTO's. Bring your questions and together we'll explore how to achieve success in this critical role.

Speakers

Brad Hagg

Director of Educational Technology, Indiana Department of Education

Brad Hagg currently serves as the Director of Educational Technology in the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) in the areas of E-Rate, Cybersecurity, Connectivity, and Ed-Fi Data Modernization. He has worked in Indiana schools for over 22 years, serving as Director of Technology... Read More →

Thursday May 7, 2026 9:50am - 10:40am EDT
Ditslear C

Culture and Community Leadership

12:10pm EDT

The MagicSchoolAI Setlist: What CTOs Need to Play Next

Thursday May 7, 2026 12:10pm - 12:40pm EDT

Ditslear C

With AI tools multiplying fast, CTOs are being asked to evaluate, implement, and secure platforms at a pace that can feel like improv. This session breaks down the key tracks every technology leader should have on their setlist ? from vetting tools and managing data privacy to building buy-in with instructional leaders and the board.

Speakers

Dr. Megan Tolin

Account Executive, MagicSchool

Dr. Megan Tolin is passionate about leveraging technology to support both teachers and students—especially when it comes to sparking creativity, increasing accessibility, and designing meaningful, relevant learning experiences. She truly loves helping educators with technology integration... Read More →

Thursday May 7, 2026 12:10pm - 12:40pm EDT
Ditslear C

Instructional Innovation Leadership

12:50pm EDT

Cybersecurity Governance That Works: Real-World Incident Response for Schools

Thursday May 7, 2026 12:50pm - 1:40pm EDT

Ditslear C

When a cyber incident hits your district, there's no time for improvisation: leaders need a clear playbook and the confidence to take the stage. In this interactive session, technology directors will work through a practical incident response template designed specifically for K-12 schools.

Using straightforward guidance and facilitated discussion, participants will begin outlining key roles, response steps, communication pathways, and financial safeguards needed to lead their district through a cyber crisis. Emphasis will be placed on governance decisions during the first critical hours of an incident, coordination with executive leadership, and protecting operational and financial stability.

Attendees will leave with a ready-to-use incident response framework, progress toward completing their own plan, and a set of clear action items to continue building or refining their district?s disaster recovery and response strategy.

If your district does not yet have a formal incident response or disaster recovery plan, this is where you need to be.

Speakers

Dustin Shadbolt, CETL

Director of Technology, Rossville Consolidate School District

Scott Pratt, CETL

Board Member, Indiana CTO Council

The Cybersecurity Task Force serves as a point of coordination regarding improving cybersecurity across the K-12 sector, and its primary goal is to provide PD for K-12 leaders responsible for protecting their organizations from cyber threats.

Eric McGuire, CISM

Director of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure, Indianapolis Public Schools

I'm a philosopher with a cybersecurity habit; 20+ years of leadership practice.

Thursday May 7, 2026 12:50pm - 1:40pm EDT
Ditslear C

Cyber Security Leadership

1:50pm EDT

True Crime: Clicks & Consequences - Why Cybersecurity Matters for Every K-12 Educator

Thursday May 7, 2026 1:50pm - 2:20pm EDT

Ditslear C

This non-technical, story-driven session is designed for K?12 educators and school staff who want to understand why districts enforce cybersecurity rules. Using a true-crime approach, we?ll examine the ?crime scenes? of real-world cyber incidents that have impacted school districts and uncover how everyday actions, like clicking a phishing link or using an unapproved app, can lead to major consequences.

This session isn?t about firewalls or technical deep dives. It?s about helping educators understand how their decisions impact student data and district security.

This session is specifically designed to help bridge the gap between IT policies and educators' understanding. Whether you're an educator yourself or you?re responsible for helping teachers and staff understand why cybersecurity matters, this session will give you the stories, language, and examples that make security concepts relatable and memorable.

Speakers

Anna Hanrahan

Instructional AI Strategist, Trafera

Anna Hanrahan, M.Ed., brings over 20 years of experience in education, having served as a classroom teacher, gifted & talented teacher and coordinator, and K-6 STEAM teacher and coordinator. She is currently the Instructional AI Strategist at Trafera. As a Google for Education Certified... Read More →

Thursday May 7, 2026 1:50pm - 2:20pm EDT
Ditslear C

Cyber Security Culture and Community

2:40pm EDT

Cyber Security Table Top Game

Thursday May 7, 2026 2:40pm - 3:30pm EDT

Ditslear C

Cyber Ready Schools!!!

What happens when a cyber incident hits your school district in the middle of the day?

Join Chetrice Romero for a dynamic, interactive session where you’ll experience cyber decision-making in a K–12 environment. Through gameplay, discussion, and potential previews of a new K–12-focused cyber game, participants will explore how schools can better prepare for today’s evolving threats.

Come ready to play, collaborate, and share feedback as we shape a tool designed specifically for schools.

Speakers

Chetrice Romero

Sr. Cybersecurity Advisor, Ice Miller

Thursday May 7, 2026 2:40pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ditslear C

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