AI in the Classroom: Strategic Leadership for the Future-Ready Independent School
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Connected Schools Series
Every school leader has asked themselves: "Am I the only one dealing with this?"
Connected Schools exists because the most valuable insights don't come from consultants or conference keynotes—they come from conversations with peers who've walked in your shoes. Our monthly series brings together experienced school leaders, administrators, and safety experts for authentic discussions about the operational challenges that keep you up at night: building safety cultures, managing emergencies, implementing new policies, and creating systems that actually work.
We created this series after hearing from dozens of education leaders who were hungry for real talk from real schools. No product demos, no sales pitches—just practical wisdom from professionals who understand that every decision you make impacts the safety and success of your students.
Webinar Overview
Join independent school leaders who are successfully implementing AI strategies—from policy development and faculty training to preparing students for an AI-integrated future while maintaining institutional values.
What You'll Experience
⭐ Real-World Implementation Stories - Hear from administrators who've established AI programs, developed institutional policies, and navigated the challenges of faculty adoption. Our panelists will share what's worked, what hasn't, and practical lessons learned.
⭐ Strategic Policy Development - Learn how successful schools have crafted AI policies that balance innovation with academic integrity while engaging their entire school communities in thoughtful AI discussions.
⭐ Faculty Development Insights - Discover practical professional development approaches that help educators embrace AI as a teaching tool rather than a threat, building genuine confidence and competence.
⭐ Student Preparation Strategies - Explore how schools are preparing students not just to use AI, but to think critically about its implications, limitations, and ethical considerations.
Key Takeaways
You'll leave with insights on AI policy development, practical approaches to faculty training that actually stick, and fresh perspectives on balancing innovation with institutional values. Most importantly, you'll gain confidence from hearing how peer institutions are successfully navigating these complex decisions while staying true to their educational missions.
Speakers
Evan Kanouse III
Director of Academic Operations at Greenwich Country Day School
Evan Kanouse III serves as Director of Academic Operations and Program Coordinator for Creative Applied Technologies at Greenwich Country Day School. With an MEd in Educational Leadership from Boston College, a Klingenstein Fellowship from Teachers College Columbia University, and currently pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School, Evan brings extensive experience in educational operations, technology coordination, and leadership to his role in K-12 independent education.
Robert Bardenhagen
Director of Educational Technology at The Athenian School
Robert Bardenhagen brings over 15 years of educational technology leadership to The Athenian School, with extensive experience managing technology teams, implementing 1:1 device programs, and developing faculty training across independent and public school settings. Holding an MEd in Technology and Innovation from the University of San Diego and having served in leadership roles at institutions including Marin Country Day School and Orinda Union School District, Robert specializes in translating emerging technologies into practical educational solutions.
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM