WYTeacherCon25: Full Schedule

Join us for Wyoming’s inaugural statewide teacher conference, bringing together educators, administrators, and educational leaders from across the state. As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, TeacherCon25 celebrates our educational heritage while embracing the future of teaching and learning.

10:45am PDT

Be the Teacher AI Can't Replace LIMITED

Monday August 4, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am PDT

Salon A

Specific examples of policies and syllabi, mistakes made from 2 years of using AI in the high school Social Studies & English classrooms, lesson plan examples to teach students how to use AI (including ones that don't require students to access AI tools), what to do about plagiarism and academic honesty in the post-AI world, how to use AI as a co-teacher rather than just a shortcut

Speakers

Aaron Makelky

History Teacher, AI Integration, Aaron Makelky.com,

Passionate about helping professionals learn AI skills. Over 15 years of instructional experience, simplifying complex topics and making learning approachable and enjoyable. Expertise as an AI Integration Consultant guiding individuals, schools, and law, and SMB through the evolving... Read More →

Katie Galloway

High School English Teacher, NCSD #1

As a dedicated educator with 14 years of experience and a single mom, I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges families face due to insufficient parental leave policies. My journey has not only shaped my perspective as a teacher but also fueled my passion for advocating for change... Read More →

Monday August 4, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
Salon A

Technology

3:15pm PDT

AI Literacy - how can you implement AI literacy in your school and classroom LIMITED

Monday August 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT

Salon B

Tools and a framework you can use in your classroom to teach AI literacy

Speakers

Steven Priest

Educational Consultant, Wyoming Department of Education

Steven Priest is an Educational Program Consultant with the Wyoming Department of Education with the Innovation Team. Steven works with digital learning, serving our statewide Learning Management System (Canvas), micro-credentials, the Innovations in Learning Conference and the Digital... Read More →

Monday August 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
Salon B

Technology

10:45am PDT

Using AI to Support Curriculum Modification for Inclusive Education: A Case study of AI-Powered Personalization LIMITED

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am PDT

Salon A

Imagine a 5th grade classroom where language arts lessons can be designed quickly and efficiently to a student’s unique interests, making learning more engaging while staying true to extended content standards. With AI-generated materials, we can adapt and modify instruction to ensure a student with a significant cognitive or multiple disability is meaningfully included with their peers, fostering both accessibility and connection. By leveraging AI responsibly—aligned with WDE and district policies—we can create personalized, high-interest learning experiences that empower our Wyoming students to succeed.

Speakers

Michele Thompson

Michele Thompson is a dedicated special education teacher and occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience serving students with significant cognitive disabilities. She currently teaches in the Elementary Life Skills program at Fort Washakie Elementary in Fremont County... Read More →

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
Salon A

Technology