Leading with AI: A Lunch and Learn Series
Virtual; URL will be provided to registrants.
* Registration open until 9/16/26 at 10:30 PM (CDT)
Event Details
AI is changing rapidly—and school leaders need practical ways to understand and use it without having to become technology experts. Leading with AI is a virtual Lunch & Learn series designed to help school and district administrators stay current, build confidence, and discover practical ways AI can support their work.
Each 45-minute session will spotlight one-two relevant AI tools, applications, or practices that can help administrators work more efficiently and effectively. Sessions will include demonstrations, hands-on application, and opportunities to explore how the tools can be used in your own leadership context. We’ll also revisit tools from previous sessions to answer questions, troubleshoot implementation, and share what participants have learned before moving on to what’s new.
Whether you are just beginning to explore AI or already using it regularly, you’ll leave each session with new ideas, practical tools, and opportunities to apply AI to your leadership work.
Monthly Schedule: 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Oct. 16
- Nov. 20
- Jan. 15
- Feb. 19
- March 26
- April 16
For More Information:
12199 Stratford DriveClive, Iowa 50325
United States 515.267.1115
Meet the Facilitator
Christian Jackson is a creative technologist known for his company, Edapt, which breaks AI down into simple steps for organizational change and student impact. His humanist approach to problem-solving has impacted organizations across the United States, including AASA (The National Superintendents Association), ACSA, SSDA, and WVASA. Christian's work reflects his commitment to social impact, earning him the UN's International Award for Excellence in SDG Impact. When not building or speaking, Christian can be found listening to souldies: think Earth Wind and Fire, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder. Learn more at his personal site: https://christianjackson.me/.
Licensure renewal credit: learn your options for earning credit. This learning opportunity can be bundled with any two other qualifying events for a licensure renewal credit. Please note that you need to be committed to and present on all dates in order to be eligible to bundle for credit.
Registration fee: $125 for SAI members, $250 for non-members. All participants are required to register.
Cancellation/refund policy: Registrants are responsible for full payment unless cancellation is received in advance of the course materials being shipped. Email SAI or call 515-267-1115 to let us know you if you're unable to attend.
Accommodations: We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Amy Swanson at 515-267-1115 or email aswanson@sai-iowa.org.
We appreciate requests being made 10 business days in advance of the event. Sharing your needs early allows us the best opportunity to reduce barriers to your participation.
Log-in instructions and any resources will be emailed prior to the event.