2025 NJECC NJ Educational Technology Conference: Full Schedule

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NJECC’s 39th Annual Technology Conference ~ March 11, 2025 - March 12, 2025

10:00am EDT

Red Fist Revolution Redux: AI, Misinformation, and Media Literacy

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Lecture Hall 1010

In this interactive presentation, we’ll unpack what made a past media literacy lesson so memorable that students are still talking about it two decades later — and why its core principles are more relevant than ever. Participants will explore timeless strategies for teaching thinking and research skills in the AI era, and will leave with a toolkit to engage students as they become discerning consumers and creators of digital content.

Speakers

Jeremy Marx

Technology Coordinator, Berkeley Heights Public School District

Jeremy Marx, Technology Coordinator at Berkeley Heights Public School District, oversees the implementation of new technology, ensuring it enhances instruction and improves operations while safeguarding student privacy. He has previous experience as an Instructional Technologist and... Read More →

Marc Cicchino

Director of Innovation, Northern Northern Valley Regional High School District

Marc Cicchino is the Director of Innovation at Northern Valley Regional High School District, where he leads transformative initiatives at the intersection of technology, curriculum, and instruction. Most recently, Marc has played a key role in engaging educators throughout the state... Read More →

Barry Bachenheimer

Assistant Superintendent, bbachenheimer@pascack.org

Dr. Barry Bachenheimer, from the Pascack Valley Regional High School District is responsible for curriculum development, technology integration, and school safety. With over 30 years of experience in K-12 and higher education,he is passionate about innovative and creative instruction... Read More →

Anthony DeNicolo

Teacher of English, Springfield Public School District

Anthony DeNicolo is in his seventeenth year as a teacher of English at Jonathan Dayton High School, part of the Springfield Public School system. His courses include AP Literature and Composition, AP Language and Composition, as well as working with students in the school’s accelerated... Read More →

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Lecture Hall 1010

General Technology, Language Arts

Grade Levels 6-8, 9-12
Audience All, Classroom Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Tech Coaches, Curriculum Staff
Type of Session Presentation
Session Session 1

11:00am EDT

Ask the Experts: AI's Role in Shaping Tomorrow's Infrastructure

Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT

Lecture Hall 1010

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring leading experts in artificial intelligence and infrastructure. This session will explore the transformative potential of AI to revolutionize how we design, build, maintain, and operate the critical infrastructure that supports our modern world. Explore how AI is impacting areas like predictive maintenance, structural health monitoring, traffic optimization, resource management, and cybersecurity.

Speakers

Mohammed Saleh

CTO, Paterson Public Schools

Adrian Cepero

Executive Director of Technology, Morris School District

Adrian Cepero, Executive Director of Technology for the Morris School District, is an innovative EdTech leader with over a decade of experience. He specializes in infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI literacy, and equitable digital access, driving transformative change to enhance learning... Read More →

Peter Cook

Director of Technology, Paramus Public Schools.

Yanal Saleh

Director of Information Technology, Elmwood Park Public Schools

Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Lecture Hall 1010

AI Session, Artificial Intelligence

Grade Levels All
Audience Technology Supervisors or Directors, IT Staff, Administration (Superintendents/Principals)
Type of Session Presentation
Session Session 2

12:30pm EDT

Empowering School Librarians & Educators with AI

Tuesday March 11, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT

Lecture Hall 1010

This hands-on presentation introduces school librarians to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and explores practical applications within libraries. Participants will engage in interactive activities, including a game called "Is it AI?" and a deep dive into various AI tools for library use. Attendees will learn how AI can enhance research, lesson planning, personalized learning, and assistive technologies while also discussing challenges like data privacy and bias in AI.

Speakers

Elissa Malespina

School Librarian, Newark Public Schools

With over 24 years in education, I've been a high school history teacher, special education teacher, and a teacher librarian at multiple schools. I served as the Coordinating Supervisor of Educational Technology in Parsippany-Troy Hills and am a Board of Education Member for South... Read More →

Tuesday March 11, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Lecture Hall 1010

AI Session, General Technology

Grade Levels K-5, 6-8, 9-12, All
Audience Classroom Teachers, Tech Coaches, Technology Supervisors or Directors, Library/Media Specialists, Curriculum Staff, Special Education Teachers, IT Staff, Administration (Superintendents/Principals), General (for All Audiences)
Type of Session Presentation
Session Session 3

1:30pm EDT

The Big 3 - Everything You Need in 3 AI Tools For All Educators

Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

Lecture Hall 1010

It's confusing when you have so many choices when learning how to use AI in your classroom. This session will teach you the big 3 AI tools that can do it all.
From lesson plans to rubrics this presentation will cover the 3 tools and then give you time to experiment and play with all 3. You will leave this session with tools you can use the next day in your classroom.

Speakers

Bruce Reicher

Technology Teacher, @breicher

Bruce Reicher has been an educator for over 25 years. He is in his first year at Ramsey Public Schools creating a Multimedia Program and TV studio. Reicher is an ambassador for WeVideo, Brainpop and Wakelet. His is also the co-author of the book Scripted - An Educator's Guide To Media... Read More →

Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Lecture Hall 1010

AI Session, General Technology

Grade Levels K-5, 6-8, 9-12, All
Audience Classroom Teachers, Tech Coaches, Technology Supervisors or Directors, Library/Media Specialists, Curriculum Staff, Special Education Teachers, IT Staff, Administration (Superintendents/Principals), General (for All Audiences)
Type of Session Presentation
Session Session 4