If you'd like to nominate someone for our "Feature a Teacher" Friday, fill out the google form below!

What is a Connected Learning Ambassador?

Simply stated, Ambassadors are volunteers who are willing to connect our organization with theirs.

We ask Ambassadors to meet four times a year to connect. We share ideas and issues that are important in our organizations. We also want to hear about great opportunities you’ve had, struggles others  are facing, and who you think more people should know. 

We created our first Fantasy Football Pick’em League!

Sign up to play and be the first to hoist the Connected Learning Trophy! All you have to do is predict the winner of each NFL game, each week. No cost, just fun!

Present at the Inaugural Statewide PowerSchool User Group Conference!
Don't miss your chance to be a part of the inaugural Statewide PowerSchool User Group Conference on November 3, 2025, at the beautiful Stoney Creek Hotel in Columbia, MO! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow PowerSchool users from across the state, share your expertise, and gain invaluable insights to maximize your PowerSchool experience.

Waived Registration for Presenters!
We're looking for dynamic presentations that will help our attendees get the most out of PowerSchool. If you commit to presenting at least one breakout session, your registration fees will be waived! This is a great way to share your knowledge and attend the conference for free.

Submit Your Proposal Today!
Ready to share your PowerSchool wisdom? The deadline for proposals is September 1st, 2025. Don't wait – submit your breakout session proposal today and help shape an amazing conference experience!

We're excited to announce that we're hosting a Gemini Academy with Google on Monday, September 15 at EducationPlus. This full-day, immersive experience will give you a hands-on opportunity to explore Gemini and its exciting new features...and it's FREE!

Learn about Al in everyday life, its core concepts, and how to use it safely and responsibly with students. Get introduced to Gemini and NotebookLM, master effective prompting techniques, and apply these skills to teaching and learning challenges.

This event is ideal for Instructional Coaches, Technology Directors, and classroom educators who are passionate about bringing AI tools to their districts and communities.

Register here for the Gemini Academy. Space is limited to the first 50!  Lunch will be included. Flyer attached with additional details. 

Google Gemini Academy

Monday, September 15

8:30 am - 3:00 pm (Lunch included)

EducationPlus

1460 Craig Road

Registration Now Open for 2025 RefreshED STL

Dear educators and school staff,

Get ready to kick back, recharge, and feel the vibes! You’re invited to the 2025 RefreshED STL event on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Millennium Student Center at UMSL.

To celebrate the hard work and dedication of those who make our schools shine, the St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund (CSF) is hosting a free day of wellness and appreciation. This year, it’s all about good vibes with a retro twist – relaxation, connection and maybe even a little funk.

What’s in Store:

• Complimentary breakfast to start your day right

• Relaxing and energizing wellness sessions like dance, aromatherapy and art

• Free raffle with far-out prizes, including a 65-inch TV, gift card to Top Golf, and more

• Opportunities to network and connect with fellow school staff

• A free catered lunch

• And a few groovy surprises along the way!

Register & Share!

Registration is now open! Reserve your spot today using the button below or by scanning the QR code on the enclosed poster. Stay in the know on the latest updates by following along at stlcsf.org/refreshed.

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• 21 Life-Changing Books Summarized in 18 Minutes

• Episode 7 - Flow, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Happiness or Focus?

• Free AI literacy trainings and lesson plans: 

• • Google AI course for K-12 teachers

  • Google AI course for higher education

  • Generative AI for Educators course

  • Teaching responsible use of AI lesson plan for teachers

  • AI literacy guide

• Use cases:

• • 100+ ways to use Gemini and NotebookLM in education

  • Gemini one pager (K12, HE)

  • NotebookLM one pager

  • How to use Gems in Gemini 

• Beautiful words in one language

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• The Daily Grail

• StoryTerra