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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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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Global GEG Event: The Global Classroom (Italian)
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Event Overview Join the Global Google Educator Group (Global GEG) for "The Global Classroom: Bridging Borders with Digital Collaboration," an inspiring session dedicated to June’s theme of Global Connection. As educators, we have the unique opportunity to turn our classrooms into windows to the world. Hosted by Claudia Fisanotti with guests Chiara Zorio, Stefania Ballot, Elisabetta Nanni, and Illa Milesi, this Italian-language session explores how to move beyond geographical limits using Google Workspace, Google Earth, and Google Meet. Discover how to facilitate authentic collaborations that build empathy, cultural literacy, and digital citizenship. Walk away with a practical blueprint for connecting your students with global peers and experts, proving that in a digital world, the classroom has no borders. Note: If you don't speak Italian, make sure to use Google Meet's Translated Live Captions during the event.  Host  Claudia Fisanotti Claudia is an educator and trainer with extensive experience in educational innovation, serving as regional coordinator for digital education in Aosta Valley. She supports teachers and institutions in designing effective and inclusive learning pathways. She is also the leader of the GEG Italy group and Leader of Google’s ELP Leader Circle, actively engaged in promoting innovative and global teaching practices. Guests  Chiara Zoro Chiara has been working in schools in the Aosta Valley for around 30 years, specialising in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs. She has combined this experience with her passion for IT, specialising in inclusive digital education since 2020. Inspired by Claudia’s courses, she has successfully applied App Smashing to create accessible learning environments. She is an expert in Google Workspace for Education and a Google Certified Educator Level 1, committed to using technology to foster students’ independence and active participation.  Stefania Ballot (Instagram @Stefania_ballot) Stefania is a teacher of Mathematics and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at a secondary school (first two years). She is a specialist in digital teaching with extensive experience in integrating new technologies into learning processes. She offers technical expertise and a passion for education to design collaborative and stimulating learning environments.  Elisabetta Nanni Elisabetta is a middle school music teacher and teacher trainer. She has long integrated music, creativity, and emerging technologies into educational pathways, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence, inclusion, and active learning methodologies. An Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE), Google Trainer, Google Innovator, and Delightex Guru Ambassador, she designs workshops, labs, and interdisciplinary projects for both teachers and students, promoting a critical, creative, and conscious use of digital technologies. Through the MusAIlab project, she explores new forms of learning that combine music education, immersive storytelling, AI, augmented reality, and collaborative practices.  Illa Milesi Illa has been working in the public school system in Valle d’Aosta for about 36 years. Throughout her career, she has taught English at nearly every level of education, from primary school to adult education. She has been coordinator for students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD/DSA) in her school.Thanks to Google tools and platforms, she is able to create, manage, and share educational materials with students in a variety of formats. She strongly believes in the effective integration of technological tools in the classroom in order to guide students towards a conscious and purposeful use of technology and help them develop both digital and transferable skills they can apply it in different contexts.
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
Global GEG Event: The Global Exchange
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "The Global Exchange: Cross-Border Innovations in AI & Inclusion," a dynamic session featuring Claudia Fisanotti (Regional Digital Curriculum Integrator for GEG Italia) and Mantha Camacho (Special Education Teacher and GEG SPED Texas Leader). This June, we are bringing the spirit of Global Connection to life by showing you exactly what happens when passion for education goes beyond borders. Claudia and Mantha will dive into their international partnership. Discover how cross-border collaboration breaks down barriers for diverse learners and equips teachers to handle global shifts in technology. This session will provide you with the practical, joyful blueprint you need to turn global connections into local teaching magic. Guests  Claudia Fisanotti Claudia is an educator and trainer with extensive experience in educational innovation, serving as regional coordinator for digital education in Aosta Valley. She supports teachers and institutions in designing effective and inclusive learning pathways. She is also the leader of the GEG Italy group and Leader of Google’s ELP Leader Circle, actively engaged in promoting innovative and global teaching practices.  Mantha Camacho Mantha Camacho knows exactly how to make tech work for every student and teacher. As the founder of EdtechEars, she brings an M.Ed. and 20+ years of Special Education experience to the table. Mantha is a high school Special Education teacher, a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator (#SWE26), and serves as a leader for the SPED TX Google Educator Group, where she fosters community and growth among teachers. Whether she’s drawing on her background as a former Teaching and Learning Coordinator for Kami, tapping into her experience and expertise as an instructional coach or leading a workshop, Mantha’s passion is sharing joyful, innovative strategies that empower educators to thrive in classrooms across the globe.
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Monday, July 20, 2026
Global GEG Event: Teaching Future-Ready Digital Habits and Cognitive Flexibility (Portuguese-Brazil)
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "Teaching Future-Ready Digital Habits and Cognitive Flexibility," a session in Portuguese (Brazil) dedicated to shifting the focus from technical instruction to durable student agility. Hosted by Allessandra Elisabeth dos Santos with guest Juliana Valadares Saili, we will explore how educators can foster the grit and adaptability students need to thrive in a workforce where software is in constant flux. Juliana will share how to use the Google ecosystem to scaffold unscripted problem-solving and professional communication, moving students away from reliance on real-time guidance. Discover how to replace rigid workflows with adaptive strategies that turn digital roadblocks into opportunities for growth. This session provides the essential, future-focused blueprint you need to empower your students to navigate any digital interface with confidence. Host Allessandra Elisabeth dos Santos Allessandra Elisabeth dos Santos is an English teacher, researcher, and an international speaker in the field of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Education. She holds a PhD in Education from the Federal University of Sergipe (UFS), Brazil. Her research focuses on Generative Artificial Intelligence and its impacts on the concept of writing, learning, and contemporary pedagogical practices. She is vice-leader of the TECLA (Technologies, Education and Linguistics) research group (CNPq/UFS) and was a visiting research scholar at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), USA. Allessandra also holds a Master's degree in Education from UFS and a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education from the University of Winnipeg, Canada.  With 29 years of experience in TESOL/TEFL, she has worked as a teacher, teacher educator, and academic coordinator. As a speaker, consultant, and teacher educator, she has developed professional development sessions and presentations focused on the pedagogical, critical, and responsible use of Generative AI in education, with an emphasis on writing, lesson planning, and materials development through structured prompt writing. She is co-author of the Prompt Creation Reference Chart (dos Santos, Boa Sorte & de Oliveira, 2025), a proposal that guides teachers in designing intentional and pedagogically aligned prompts for the use of generative AI platforms. Guest Juliana Valadares Saili  Juliana Valadares Saili is a Brazilian educator, teacher trainer, author, and Google Certified Innovator based in the United Kingdom. With more than 30 years of experience in language education across Brazil and the UK, she has dedicated her career to helping learners develop the confidence, independence, and adaptability needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. An ESOL lecturer and international speaker, Juliana has recently focused on exploring how AI and digital tools can support learner autonomy, critical thinking, and responsible technology use. Her work has been featured in professional development events, conferences, and publications in both the UK and Brazil. Passionate about preparing students for an uncertain future, she believes that education should move beyond teaching specific tools and instead cultivate curiosity, resilience, problem-solving skills, and the confidence to learn continuously. Through practical classroom innovation, she encourages learners to become independent thinkers who can adapt to new technologies and challenges long after formal education ends.
Monday, July 27, 2026
Global GEG Event: Foundations of the Future-Mastering Digital Literacy and Student Agency
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "Foundations of the Future: Mastering Digital Literacy and Student Agency," a session dedicated to bridging the gap between core technical skills and real-world readiness. Featuring guest Tara Poolson, we will examine the pedagogical mindset required to prepare students for an unpredictable workforce. Tara will share how they utilize the versatility of Google tools to move students away from rote execution and toward confident, independent digital habits. Discover how to transform your classroom into a dynamic environment where students learn to synthesize digital resources, communicate professionally across boundaries, and navigate evolving interface demands with ease. This session provides the essential, future-ready framework you need to turn digital instruction into lasting student empowerment. Guests   Tara Poolson Tara serves as a Technology Integration Specialist for the Pearl River County School District, where she helps educators make sense of technology and use it with purpose. A graduate of the ISTE+ASCD Google AI Educator Series, Tara specializes in translating complex AI tools into practical, standards-aligned classroom strategies. She is a MECA Board Member, the Technology and Communications Chair for DKG Zeta State, and Treasurer for the DKG Sigma Chapter. Tara also serves as the Women’s Ministry Director for the Pearl River Baptist Association. Whether she’s supporting teachers, serving in ministry, or solving problems behind the scenes, Tara is passionate about helping people work smarter, communicate better, and build meaningful community—and believes most problems can be solved with clarity, collaboration, and occasionally a spreadsheet. Ashton Treadaway Ashton works as an English Language Arts teacher at Pearl River Central High School. He teaches classes ranging from World Literature to Creative Writing. He is a Google level 1 certified educator, and he uses technology in the classroom to promote creativity, organization, and collaborative problem solving. He is also a self published author who harnesses technology and Google tools to increase his own productivity and performance. He believes that technology is a powerful tool to be used inside and outside of the classroom to help improve lives and learning.
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