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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Practical Supports for Online Privacy and Safety for EU Educators
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Event Overview Join the Global Google Educator Community on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, for a practical Q&A session, "Practical Supports for Online Privacy and Safety for EU Educators," hosted by EMEA Impact Lead, Mmamotlhabi Francois with expert panelists (and Google Certified Champions) Daniel Bull, Digital Education Specialist and Gifty Francis, Digital Learning Consultant. This session moves beyond theory to provide European Primary and Secondary educators with a "Safety Blueprint" for 2026, focusing on navigating the EU AI Act, configuring Gemini for GDPR-compliant classroom use, and leveraging new Chromebook security features to support student well-being. Whether you are a classroom teacher or an IT administrator, you will walk away with actionable strategies to foster a secure, human-centered digital environment that prioritizes student data protection and responsible AI literacy. Host Mmamotlhabi Francois Mmamotlhabi François supports Google for Education as the EMEA Impact Lead. Deeply grounded in the philosophy of Ubuntu—"I am because we are"—she champions the belief that connected educator communities hold the key to transforming education. With a rich pedagogical foundation as a former International School teacher and Technology Integrator, Mmamotlhabi bridges the gap between high-level digital strategy and the realities of the classroom. She leverages the spirit of Ubuntu to build inclusive environments where technology strengthens human connection, accelerates student agency, and empowers the collective voice of the teaching profession. Panelists Gifty Francis As a former deputy headteacher, Gifty Francis has an acute understanding of the challenges senior leaders face in primary education. She now works as a digital learning consultant, partnering with senior leaders to develop and implement effective digital strategies. Her core mission is to promote equity and accessibility in education through the integration of digital solutions. Gifty is a certified Google Trainer and Innovator, dedicated to empowering school staff, significantly enhancing teaching and learning outcomes, and streamlining workflows.   Daniel Bull Having successfully led the digital strategy for a large MAT for 10 years, Daniel is a leader in the challenges of bringing innovation, managing change, introducing digital tools, and developing systems to bring transformation in the education space.
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Thursday, March 19, 2026
Global GEG Event-Women in Tech: Stories from the Field
Event Overview Join us March 19, 2026, we are celebrating International Women's Day 2026 and our March theme of Equity & Access (STEM). This event brings together visionary female tech leaders from Nigeria and Brazil for an immersive "Digital Storybook" experience.  "Women in Tech: Stories from the Field" uses Google Earth to virtually transport educators into the local communities of our speakers. Our speakers will then share the "pivot points" and innovations that have defined their leadership.  This session is designed to move from inspiration to action, providing educators with the strategies and Google tools needed to dismantle barriers and empower the next generation of women in STEM within their own classrooms. Guests  Giselle Santos Giselle Santos is an educator and innovation leader with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of education, AI, and digital transformation. A national reference in the field, she translates AI and digital transformation into concrete decisions — learning experiences, institutional practices, and governance grounded in ethics and real impact. She advises organizations on AI adoption with evidence-based criteria, protecting people, data, and contexts. TEDx Speaker, Google AI Community member, Forbes Blk community member, and contributor to Brazil's AI agenda. Faculty at Saint Paul Business School (Black Leadership Program), graduate student in AI and Public Policy. LinkedIn Top Voice and Google Women Techmakers Ambassador. She is also the human of two adorable pinschers.  Adaobi Agbaegbu Adaobi Agbaegbu is an expert in EdTech, driven by a singular mission: to transform education in Africa. As the Director of CloudEDU Nigeria, Google’s leading Tier 1 Partner in Africa, she leverages her unique blend of expertise in Technology Integration and UX design to build seamless, impactful educational systems. An innovator at heart, Adaobi designs tailored technology frameworks for schools, leads professional development for teachers, and crafts critical digital citizenship and online safety programs. Her work goes beyond simple implementation—it’s about creating sustainable solutions that bridge educational gaps. Adaobi speaks fluent French and is currently learning Chinese, all while running a children's book publishing company.
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
STEM Sin Fronteras - Regional Innovation Showcase
Event Overview   Join us March 24, 2026 for "STEM Sin Fronteras - Regional Innovation Showcase," an immersive regional showcase designed specifically for Primary and Secondary educators in Latin America. This event will be in Spanish. As we launch the 2026 academic year, this session moves beyond theoretical inclusion to spotlight solutions, featuring two innovative educators who have successfully dismantled learning barriers in their local STEM labs. Each speaker will lead a "Problem-Solution" segment, demonstrating how they’ve pivoted Google Workspace for Education tools to create equitable, high-impact learning pathways for every student.  Whether you are looking to support neurodiverse learners or integrate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into your science and math curriculum, you will walk away with a practical toolkit of Google-integrated strategies to ensure your classroom is a space where every learner can thrive from Day 1. Host  Mariana Mendes Mariana Mendes is the Impact Manager for LATAM at Google for Education. She is an educator with over 20 years of experience from K12 to Higher Education in both public and private landscapes. Google Trainer, Innovator and Coach, she is an Instructional Design specialist with nearly 10 years of expertise on leveraging the use of educational technology to improve teaching and learning. In her current role, she supports the communities of certified educators across Latin America on the use of Google for Education tools to promote more inclusive and meaningful learning experiences for both educators and students. Guests  Claudia Buenahora  Claudia Buenahora Guichard is a primary education teacher with nearly 40 years of experience in educational inclusion and diversity. Guided by the conviction that every student possesses unique potential, she has centered her career on creating accessible learning environments.   In her role at the Instituto Tecnológico del Uruguay (ITU) and as a coordinator of interdisciplinary teams, Claudia supports students facing complex biopsychosocial situations and facilitates workforce reintegration through transversal skills development. Since 2021, she has led GEG Colonia del Sacramento, in Uruguay. As a certified Google Trainer, Google Coach, and participant in the AI Edu Fellowship 2025, Claudia champions the use of ICT and Artificial Intelligence as bridges toward equity. Her ongoing commitment is to integrate technological innovation with a human-centered pedagogy, ensuring that modern tools serve to empower every student across the region.   Gissela Naber Gissela Naber holds a Doctorate in Education from UNI (Paraguay) and Master’s degrees on ICT in Education and Training, Gamification and Digital Resources. Her extensive academic background is complemented by specializations in educational innovation, research methodology, university didactics, and competency-based curriculum design. An expert in the integration of technology and pedagogy, she is a Google Certified Trainer (Google Champion) and is an active member of GEG-Paraguay.  Currently, she serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at TICPy and is an active member of the international ETIA community (Education with Technology and AI). Committed to social and professional empowerment, she facilitates global programs such as "Solve For Tomorrow - Latam" and "I am Remarkable," driving the future of digital transformation in education across the region.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Global GEG Event-Local Creativity: Discussion on Zero-Cost Innovation
Event Overview Join us for an inspiring discussion, "Kreativitas Lokal: Diskusi Inovasi Tanpa Biaya" (Local Creativity: A Discussion on Zero-Cost Innovation). This session will be conducted in Indonesian and is specifically designed for educators looking to thrive during our April theme of Creativity and Sustainability.  We are bringing a "Frugal Innovator" to explore "The Art of the Pivot"—the unique ability to navigate resource limitations by using creative thinking as your primary tool. Our guest will demonstrate how they transform everyday items and free Google tools into high-impact learning experiences.  Discover how to turn constraints into creative triumphs and empower your students to become sustainable problem-solvers using the tools already at your fingertips.   Host Ahmad Fikri Dzulfikar Ahmad is a Digital Transformation and Community Manager for Google for Education Indonesia.   Guest Dadan Irsyada Dadan is a Google Certified Trainer, Google Certified Innovator, and Teacher. Dadan Irsyada is an innovative educator and educational technology practitioner currently serving at SDN 061 Cijerah, Bandung. He is recognized as a central figure in Indonesia's digital education transformation, holding strategic roles as the Leader of the Google Educator Group (GEG) Bandung and the Co-Captain of belajar.id for Bandung City. Dadan holds global qualifications as a Google Certified Innovator and Trainer, along with certifications from Apple, Adobe, and Quizizz. His dedication to technology integration is evidenced by national-impact projects such as "Mang Guugle" and the development of the MIT Scanner application. As an expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and coding, he is trusted as an author for Erlangga textbooks for elementary schools and has developed AI guidelines for the Directorate of PAUD, Ministry of Education. Dadan's achievements are recognized through various prestigious awards, including 1st Place for Innovative GTK at both the Bandung City and West Java provincial levels during the 2024 Jambore GTK Hebat. With a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from UPI, he actively serves as a national speaker for the Ministry of Education, focusing on Chromebook utilization and technology-based classroom management innovations.
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Monday, April 27, 2026
Global GEG Event-The Creative Catalyst: Empowering Student Innovators
Event Overview Join the Global Google Educator Group (Global GEG) for "The Creative Catalyst: Empowering Student Innovators," a high-impact session designed for educators around the world. As we celebrate the intersection of Creativity and Sustainability, we’re exploring how to move beyond the curriculum and turn your classroom into an innovation lab.  Featuring two amazing guests, this session will dive into the workflows that empower students to identify real-world challenges and solve them using the tools they love. Discover how Google Workspace, Gemini, and NotebookLM can help students analyze complex data, streamline team collaboration, and advocate for their original ideas. You’ll walk away with a practical blueprint for fostering student agency, proving that when you lean into student creativity, the potential for innovation is limitless. Guests  Debra Norton Deb Norton is a former 5th grade classroom teacher, who now works as an Instructional Technology Coordinator in Wisconsin. She has her Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, is a Google Certified Trainer, a Google Educator Group (GEG) Leader for the state of Wisconsin and an ISTE U instructor who facilitates the AI Deep Dive for Educators course. Deb is an enthusiastic presenter who has presented at local conferences, as well as nationally. She is passionate about connecting with others via social media and blogging.  Gina Marchionda Gina is a Technology Integration Specialist for the Fond du Lac School District. She is an ISTE Certified Educator, Google Certified Trainer, Google Certified Coach, and a Google Educator Group (GEG) Leader for the state of Wisconsin. When she's not partnering with educators to design engaging, technology-rich learning experiences, you’ll find her building with Legos, playing cozy video games, or experimenting with a new recipe.
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Global GEG Event: The Balanced Educator
Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "The Balanced Educator: Reclaiming Time with Smart Workflows," a session dedicated to your most valuable resource: your well-being. This May, we’re moving beyond the "self-care" tropes to look at practical "system-care" strategies. Featuring GEG Utah who have mastered the art of digital efficiency, this session will showcase how to use Gemini, NotebookLM, and Google Workspace to automate repetitive tasks and set firm digital boundaries. Discover how to transform your workflow so you can spend less time behind a screen and more time doing what you love. Guests  Kelli Cannon Kelli Cannon has been an educator for 12 years, teaching upper elementary students prior to her current role as a Digital Learning Specialist. Kelli holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, as well as endorsements in STEM, Teaching English as a Second Language and Instructional Coaching. She is a Google Trainer and leader of the Google Educator Group in Utah.  Deanna Taylor Deanna Taylor is an educator with over 30 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education, with a Master's in Education with endorsements in Educational Technology, Gifted and Talented, and Literacy. As a Digital Learning Specialist, she collaborates with teachers and administrators to implement blended and digital learning strategies and provide professional development at the school and district levels. Her digital learning certifications include Google Certified Coach, Google Certified Trainer, Google Certified Educator Levels 1 & 2, SchoolAI Certified Educator Levels 1 & 2, Apple Learning Coach, and Adobe Creative Educator Level 1 & 2. She is also a Nearpod PioNear, Nearpod Certified Trainer, and Coach. She has presented at Nearpod's Camp Engage in 2024 and her state technology conference, UCET.  Emma Moss Emma Moss is a digital leader passionate about designing engaging, future-ready learning experiences through thoughtful technology integration. She serves as a Digital Teaching & Learning Specialist and has led large-scale AI literacy initiatives, including Utah’s AI for K-12 program, supporting more than 7,500 educators in implementing AI to enhance teaching and learning. Emma has been a leader with GEG Utah for the past five years, where she collaborates with educators across the state to share innovative practices, build community, and elevated impactful use of Google tools in the classroom. She is a Google Certified Educator Level 1 and Level 2 and brings deep experience in creating high-engagement, student-centered learning environments. In addition to her work with Google Emma was a Women Tech Council Women in Tech finalist, an AI Women Power List of the Top 40 Women to Watch in Utah for AI, an ISTE Generation AI Fellow, ACTE National Fellow, and the 2021 Utah Teacher of the Year Runner-Up. Emma is known for her ability to connect big ideas to practical classroom application. She is passionate about empower educators to amplify student voice, increase engagement, and expand opportunities for every learner.  Julie Kaster Julie Kaster has been an educator for nine years in Cache County School District. Currently, she works in a multifaceted role as a Digital Teaching and Learning Mentor while also teaching English at Sky View High School. Julie loves to assist her peers as they grow their understanding of educational technology and best practices. She is a Google Certified Educator for Levels 1 and 2, and Julie is always working to expand her PLN as a participant and as a leader. Julie currently serves as a member of the GEG Utah Leadership Team, a Google AI+Edu Fellow for the North American cohort, as a member of the Utah Tech Leaders Network and as a Utah Coalition for Educational Technology board member. Julie is a huge believer in the power of local leadership and professional development. She is passionate about many areas of edtech, especially when student accommodations and ethical AI integrations are a part of the conversation.  Kristi Marriott Kristine Marriott has been an educator for 20 years, bringing a wealth of classroom experience and technical expertise to her work. She holds a Master’s degree in Instructional Technology & Learning Sciences (ITLS) from Utah State University, as well as a specialized Educational Technology Endorsement. Currently, Kristine focuses on the intersection of innovation and pedagogy, where she thrives on collaborating with fellow teachers to solve complex problems through technology. She is a firm believer that digital tools should be used to elevate instructional rigor while simultaneously boosting student engagement. Driven by a commitment to professional growth and community, she recently joined the GEG to further connect with like-minded innovators. Kristine is passionate about empowering educators to navigate the evolving tech landscape, ensuring that every tool used serves a meaningful purpose in the modern classroom.
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Thursday, May 21, 2026
Global GEG Event: Built In, Not Bolted On-A Guide to UDL and Google Accessibility
Event Overview Join the Global Google Educator Group (Global GEG) for “Built In, Not Bolted On: A Guide to UDL and Google Accessibility,” a focused session timed with Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Most teachers learn accessibility as a remediation task: add captions, fix the alt text, raise the contrast, all after the lesson is already built. This session flips that. This event will be hosted by one of the GEG Instructional Coaches leaders, Jeff Bradbury, and it will feature guests Dr. Rocco Catrone, BCBA-D, IBA, CPACC and Noa Minter. In this webinar, you will see what it looks like when Universal Design for Learning is the architecture and Google’s built-in accessibility features are the toolkit that fits inside it. You will leave with a practical UDL frame, a demo of accessibility features in Docs, Slides, and Meet, and a small set of conversation moves you can bring to your next teacher meeting. Host  Jeffrey Bradbury Jeff Bradbury is an ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch Award winner, digital learning strategist, and creator of the TeacherCast Educational Network. He currently serves as a Digital Media Teacher in the New Milford Public School District (CT) and Adjunct Instructor at Fort Hays State University. A Google Certified Innovator, Microsoft Innovative Educator, TEDx Speaker, and author of Impact Standards, Jeff is dedicated to helping educators save time and maximize their classroom impact. Guests  Dr. Rocco Catrone Rocco Catrone (he/him) is a researcher and clinician with experience across hospitals, schools, job coaching, academia, in-home supports, clinics, and private practice. His work centers on inclusive, individual-led approaches to disability supports, informed by his own lived experience with multiple disabilities. Rocco collaborates to build environments of success grounded in respect, empowerment, and equity.  Noa Minter Noa Minter, a UIC doctoral student and U.S. Army veteran, draws on lived experience as a 2e AuDHD researcher to address neurodevelopmental disabilities. By synthesizing neuroscience and ABA, Noa targets the cognitive-adaptive gap in twice-exceptional populations. The work operationalizes executive function and analyzes "spiky profiles" to develop precise supports. Noa translates mechanistic drivers into systemic policy to improve adult outcomes.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026
Global GEG Event: Educator Well-Being: Balance with Digital Tools (Hindi)
Event Overview Join the Global GEG for a special session titled Educator Well-being: Balance with Digital Tools. This session will be conducted in Hindi to support our educators across India. This May, we are focusing on how to use technology to enhance your peace of mind rather than your workload. GEG NCR New Delhi will share personal stories and practical "hacks"—from using Gemini for lesson prep to managing school communication through Google Workspace—that have helped them find a healthy balance. Learn how to reclaim your personal time and reduce daily stress through smarter, more mindful use of digital tools. Host Sangeeta Gulati Sangeeta Gulati  is the Head of Mathematics Department at Sanskriti School, New Delhi,India. With a distinguished career spanning more than 35 years in high school education, Sangeeta Gulati has earned several accolades, most notably the Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching and the National Award for using ICT for Innovation in Teaching. As a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, she established the Google Educators Group of Delhi NCR. Sangeeta frequently leads workshops on various edtech platforms, having empowered thousands of teachers to incorporate mathematics-specific tools,  Google Workspace for Education and Artificial Intelligence into their classrooms. Panelists Sanchita Ghosh Sanchita Ghosh is the Head of History Deptt, Sanskriti School in addition to being a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, Co-Leader GEGDelhiNCR. Sanchita is a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience, igniting a passion for Social Sciences and History in students from grades VI to XII. A firm believer in lifelong learning, she continuously innovates, fostering 21st-century skills by integrating technology seamlessly into her classes. Beyond the curriculum, Sanchita champions inclusive education. She actively works with students with learning disabilities, ensuring their successful integration into the classroom environment. A champion of educational technology, Sanchita has played a key role in designing and creating e-resources for both students and educators at CIET-NCERT. Her passion extends beyond her classroom, as she regularly creates short video tutorials to empower other educators with the tools to leverage technology in their own teaching. Sanchita's expertise is recognized widely. She has conducted workshops for teachers on integrating EdTech in the everyday classroom, facilitated in-service professional development programs for state-run schools, and even coached fellow educators in their journeys as Google for Education Innovators. Sanchita embodies the spirit of a forward-thinking educator, continuously seeking ways to empower students and educators and shape the future of education.  Roopali Arora Roopali Arora is currently working as Senior Economics Teacher in Sanskriti School. She has been working there for the last 19 years. Roopali Arora has a passion for integrating technology in teaching and learning in her classrooms and has been recognized by Google as a Google Certified Trainer (2018) , Innovator (2021) and Champion (2023). Roopali Arora has contributed as a Resource Person in Economics in Development of e-content in Economics for Secondary and higher secondary stage organised by Department of Education in Social Sciences, NCERT. She has trained several educators across the country for capacity building programs of National Resource Group on NISHTHA Educational Technology in CIET, NCERT. Roopali Arora has delivered workshops to empower and train teachers on use of technology in education and to enable them to execute digital pedagogy tactics, thereby transforming the teaching and learning ecosystem in different Government and private schools of Delhi, India.  Vibha Puri uVibha ri is an educator and EdTech leader currently working as Manager – EdTech at Mahattattva, a Google for Education partner in India. Beginning her career as a middle school Mathematics teacher, she focused on inclusive education, supporting learners with diverse needs. She has contributed to NCERT resource development and holds multiple global certifications, including Google for Education Trainer, Innovator and Coach, and Apple Teacher. Vibha now leads large-scale teacher training programmes and digital transformation initiatives. She is also a budding social media EdTech influencer, creating content that shares practical, engaging strategies for educators.
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