Keystones Technology Innovators in PA

With a background in storytelling and a focus on education, Andrea works closely with schools to customize programs that weave in the special magic found in the books by Peter H. Reynolds, ensuring that all learners have the tools to succeed. She has been on the forefront of the product launch and classroom-implementation of FabMaker Studio, the first digital fabrication software tool developed specifically for use in the classroom. She speaks nationally and runs workshops on the importance of STEM and story.

K-12 Instructional Coach in the Abington School District & author of Scrappy Circuits.

I have my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Peace Education, and I also have a graduate certificate in trauma-informed practice. I have presented on trauma, SEL, and self-care for my school and my district. I also have a passion for classroom engagement, and strive to make the classroom a fun place to be, while also being very rigorous and learning a lot.

PA K-5 Library Media Specialist for the Kutztown Area School District. Former K-5 Digital Literacy Department Head/Instructional Coach for the Bethlehem Area School District. Former Director of Academic Technology for the Swain School in Allentown. Taught PK-12 for 20+ years as an English teacher, technology instructor, or library media specialist. Achievements: Level 1 Google Certified Educator, Common Sense Ambassador, 2018 Keystone Technology Innovator and Star, NE PAECT Board Member. Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction Certification. Published in a 2021 Popular Mechanics STEAM book (https://www.amazon.com/STEAM-Activities-Kids-Learn-School/dp/1950099989).

Brandon Lutz is the Director of Innovation in Abington School District, Past President of ISTE affiliate PAECT, Past Program chair of Pennsylvania Technology Conference and Expo, founder of 60in60 and a 2007 Keystone Technology Integrator. Brandon has dedicated his life working with students, teachers, and parents on a variety of topics around educational technology.

Giovanna Salas-Wert is a Spanish teacher, English Language Development Specialist, a Technology Mentor at Abington Senior High School and a member of the Superintendent's Committee for Innovation. Some of her accomplishments include being a Google for Education Certified Trainer, an Applied Digital Skills Ambassador, a Mote Ambassador and a Kami Certified Educator.

Considered passionate about ed tech, Samantha Smith (@EdTechSmith) helps support 300+ teachers in South Central Pennsylvania. Always willing to share, presenting in various venues including state & international technology conferences over the past 15 yrs. Sam covers topics ranging from differentiation with ed tech, blended learning, personalized learning, getting started right with technology, everything & anything web tools, coding, digital citizenship & Google Apps for Education. Google for Education Certified Trainer - April 2015. Apple Teacher. CodeSpark Ambassador. KTI 2011/2016. 24 years in Education.

Scott is a 30-year educator. He began his career teaching high school students as an ELA teacher. He's spent the last 8 years as a consultant for a regional service agency (CAIU #15), focusing on coaching, blended learning, technology integration, and diagnostic testing.