Many young people have been spending unprecedented amounts of time alone online and away from the communities that give them a sense of belonging. With racist conspiracy theories about COVID-19 spreading widely and anxieties about racial justice protests mounting, white nationalist groups are taking advantage of this moment to target young people with racist, misogynistic and anti-Semitic rhetoric. This training will prepare educators to respond to such rhetoric—and the bigoted organizing behind it—when it makes its way into classrooms. Read more

This session focuses on how educators can use AI as a collaborative "thought partner" to spark creativity in lesson planning, resource development, and problem-solving. Participants will explore how AI tools can support brainstorming, generate ideas, and inspire innovation while maintaining their central role as decision-makers and curators of learning.   Read more