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“This Makes a Huge Difference!” How to Move from Basic To Brilliant AI Prompts
Stop getting basic results from AI. Learn how to use the PREPARE framework and the 10/70/20 rule to create high-quality, differentiated learning materials for your classroom. See the difference a detailed ‘Uberprompt’ makes!
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Why the AI Summit Feels Like Recess for Educators
What if professional development felt less like a meeting and more like recess? The Kent ISD AI Summit 2026 is where educators come together to explore artificial intelligence in education, share ideas, and build momentum. Discover why educators across Michigan are calling this the PD experience they didn’t know they needed.
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AI in Elementary School: One Simple Lesson That Sparked Powerful Student Engagement
What can a simple 5th grade AI lesson teach educators about student engagement? At Kent City Elementary, students trained AI models during Michigan’s Hour of AI, and the results naturally aligned with all five Essential Accelerators of Engagement. Here’s what it looked like and what you can take away.
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Master School Newsletter Writing: 12 Tips to Boost Family Engagement
Learn to master school newsletter writing with these 12 proven tips to boost engagement. Discover how to create newsletters that teachers and parents actually want to read, including mobile-friendly design, clear organization, and ADA-compliant formatting strategies.
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Student Voice Reveals What Really Drives Engagement in Secondary Classrooms
Be that teacher that treats students like family, because I promise you they will love you back.’ This student insight sparked a transformation for 72 secondary educators. Discover the 5 research-backed engagement accelerators that actually work.
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7 Local Partners That Boost Reading Scores & Build Literacy Success
Discover proven strategies for literacy community partnerships that increase student engagement. Learn how schools partner with libraries, museums, and local organizations for reading success.
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What Do Secondary Students Want? Kent County Learners Share 5 Key Insights
Kent students reveal 5 keys to boost engagement.
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Design Thinking for Teacher Self-Care: How to Beat Burnout and Design Your Best Summer
Educators make 1,500 decisions daily, leading to unprecedented burnout levels. Discover how design thinking can transform teacher self-care from generic advice to personalized strategies that actually work. Learn practical steps to reclaim balance this summer.
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4 Powerful Ways Teachers Can Build AI Ethics & Stop Cheating
Since October of 2023, the Kent ISD EdTech team has delivered over 55 presentations and workshops, developed 14 unique resources, and published 24 podcasts and articles on artificial intelligence. Our mission is to support educators and students in using AI tools effectively, responsibly, and as a tool for good. As of March 2025, about 50%…
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The Case for Assessment Literacy: Building Capacity for Meaningful Learning
Assessment remains one of the most powerful tools available to teachers, administrators, and district leaders in the ever-evolving education landscape. When used effectively, assessments inform instruction, guide decision-making, and, most importantly, support student learning. However, the impact of assessment is only as strong as the knowledge and skills of those designing and implementing it. Assessment…