Last week’s STL Makers group was a good time! Stay tuned for details about next meeting so you don’t miss out on the fun!

Duct Tape Wallets, Cardboard Construction, 3D Printing, Keva Planks, Snap Circuits!

Get Ready to Power Up Your PowerSchool Skills!

Join us for the 2nd Annual Statewide PowerSchool User Group Conference on November 2, 2026, at the beautiful Hilton Garden Inn Columbia! Connect with fellow PowerSchool users from across the state, share best practices, and gain invaluable insights to maximize your PowerSchool experience.

This is your chance to:

Network: Build lasting connections with other PowerSchool professionals.
Stay Compliant: Get up-to-date on the latest compliance updates.
Dive Deep: Participate in engaging networking breakout sessions.
Enjoy: A fantastic venue with a special room rate of just $110! (Hilton Garden Inn Columbia
3300 Vandiver Dr, Columbia, MO 65202 US)

Join us for our first virtual Book Club meeting on Thursday, November 12th at 7:00pm.
We are excited to launch with the review and discussion of Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times by Eric C. Sheninger.

Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times by Eric C. Sheninger

Just as the digital landscape is constantly evolving, the second edition of Digital Leadership moves past trends and fads to focus on the essence of leading innovative change in education now and in the future. As society and technology evolve at what seems a dizzying pace, the demands on leaders are changing as well. With a greater emphasis on leadership dispositions, this revamped edition also features:

*New structure and organization emphasizing the interconnectivity of the Pillars of Digital Leadership to drive sustainable change
*Innovative strategies and leadership practices that enhance school culture and drive learning improvement
*Updated vignettes from digital leaders who have successfully implemented the included strategies
*New online resources, informative graphics, and end of chapter guiding questions

Now is the time to embrace innovation, technology, and flexibility to create a learning culture that provides students with 21st century critical competencies!

Ignite your teaching. Connect with innovators. Transform your classroom.

Join us for a high-energy day of professional learning designed by educators, for educators. Whether you are a classroom teacher, an administrator, or an EdTech leader, this is your opportunity to explore the latest Google for Education strategies and collaborate with a vibrant community of peers from across the St. Louis region and beyond.

Powered By Missouri’s Google Educators Group

Event Details

When: Saturday, March 6, 2027 | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Where: Ladue High School 1201 S Warson Rd. St. Louis, MO 63124

Registration: $80 per person (includes lunch, and snacks)

Call for Proposals: Share Your Expertise!

We are now accepting proposals for presentations! If you have a workflow, tool, or strategy that makes a difference in the classroom, we want to hear from you.

Presenters get in for FREE: Enjoy complimentary registration for the full day.

Inspire Others: Join a network of Google Certified Innovators and Trainers.

Submit Your Idea:

SUBMIT A SESSION!

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

8:30 - 9 Registration and breakfast

9 - 9:15 Kickoff

9:15 - 10:00 Keynote

10:10 - 11:00 Breakout Session 1

11:10 - 12:00 Breakout Session 2

12:00 - 12:30 Lunch

12:40 - 1:30 Breakout Session 3

1:40 - 2:00 Prizes, Smackdown, Closing

1. Grounds For Connection: Education Focus – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – FREE

September 30th, 2026 (8:30 - 10:00 AM) Berges Family Center Delmar DivINe

Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the intersection of K–12 education, community engagement, and education research. Hear from WashU's "In St. Louis, For St. Louis" Initiative; Admissions and Financial Aid, Confluence Collaborative for Community Engagement; Center for Education Research, Practice, and Policy Partnerships; and the Institute for School Partnership, as they share how community-based programs, and cross-sector collaboration are helping shape the future of education across the St. Louis region. Whether you're an educator, non-profit leader, community partner, researcher, or simply passionate about supporting students, this event offers an opportunity to build meaningful connections, exchange ideas, discover opportunities for collaboration, and learn how you and your organization can play a role in navigating K-12 partnerships. Register here or copy and paste this URL into a browser: https://washu.tfaforms.net/186

2. A new K–12 Campus Visit Pilot Program being launched through the “In St. Louis, For St. Louis” Initiative as part of the university’s broader commitment to Educational Access.

This pilot establishes a simple, coordinated internal process to help reduce common barriers that local K–12 schools and youth-serving organizations face when visiting campus. Through pilot funding, we can offset certain internal logistical costs associated with on-campus visits, including parking, meals for students and chaperones, and use of on-campus meeting or conference space.

The intent of this pilot is twofold:

To make campus experiences more accessible and welcoming for local students, and
To support campus partners who are already engaging with K–12 schools and community-based organizations by providing a clearer pathway for coordination and internal support.

The pilot includes a short application and review process, followed by internal coordination and hand-offs once visit dates are confirmed. Visits may include campus tours, academic presentations, faculty engagement, and other structured experiences designed to build college awareness and familiarity. Our goal is to ensure transparency, alignment, and minimal administrative lift for campus partners.

To let us know of your intent to visit campus, and potentially receive funds, fill out this form or copy and paste this URL into a browser: https://wustl.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5j8nQ8z0CwH0uAC

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