Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Leading Districtwide AI Implementation
Seattle Convention Center - 606
North Kitsap School District’s journey toward meaningful, human-centered AI integration has been rooted in action, reflection, and collaboration. In this interactive panel, district leaders and AI Lighthouse Classroom teachers share how they built an AI initiative that balances innovation with equity, trust, and responsible use. Participants will hear authentic stories about challenges faced, lessons learned, and the structures that supported sustainable growth—from early pilot design to districtwide implementation. Rather than theory or abstract frameworks, this conversation focuses on replicable processes: developing short-term action plans, setting long-term goals, crafting policy guidance, and empowering educators to lead alongside administrators. Attendees will leave with a realistic roadmap and resources to start or scale AI implementation in their own contexts.
Panel Discussion
Artificial Intelligence, Leadership, Media/Information/Digital Literacy
High School Educators, Teacher-Librarians, District Administrators
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Grades PreK-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades K-12
Presented by
Instructional Technology Specialist
NORTH KITSAP SD DISTRICT OFFICE
With nearly 20 years in education and five in technology integration, this former chemistry, earth science, and middle school STEM educator supports innovative classroom practice. As a district STEM camp leader, I strive to inspire student success through hands-on learning, passion, and excitement for teaching and technology.
Director of Innovative Learning and Student Supports
NORTH KITSAP SD DISTRICT OFFICE
Dr. Jeremy Sullivan has served as Director of Innovative Learning and Student Supports for the North Kitsap School District for the past four years. Prior to this, Dr. Sullivan was an English teacher and then Learning Specialist for Springfield Public Schools. Dr. Sullivan holds a Masters of Arts in Teaching from Missouri State University, a Doctorate of Education in Instructional Leadership from Lindenwood University, was selected as an METC 2020 Spotlight Educator, and has facilitated professional learning workshops at METC conferences, NCCE conferences, the National Blended and Personalized Learning Conference, GOCSD Innovation Summits, and the IB Global Conference.
