The Seattle Times Education Lab presents a live, in-person evening of stories from Washington educators and students about how they're preparing for and embracing the future of education, from AI to activism. This event is free and open to the public.
The program will feature a series of micro-talks, followed by breakout discussions, a Q&A with Ed Lab staff and a reception with light refreshments.
Featured presentations will include:
- Chief Sealth International High School reentry intervention specialist Hugo C. Sanchez-Garcia will discuss student empowerment and engagement efforts in the school and ways the community can support positive youth outcomes.
- Washington Youth Alliance leaders Chetan Soni, a student at Seattle Central College, and Mahi Malladi, a high school junior at The Overlake School in Redmond, will talk about their experiences in youth activism and state politics.
- Martinez Fellowship Program Manager Tiffanie Rivera-Di Lucio from Technology Access Foundation will describe ways to support the professional development of educators of color and how to help them find support and longevity in schools.
- Summit Atlas High School history teacher Jess Barco will share lessons and insights on teaching and learning with AI, with support from Executive Director Dan Effland.
- Core Plus Maritime program leaders Tory Gering and Coast Salish tribal member Tony Adams will showcase opportunities for youth engagement, training and employment in maritime fields.
- Seattle Times Ed Lab editor Katherine Long, education reporters Dahlia Bazzaz, Claire Bryan and Denisa R. Superville , and engagement reporter Jenn Smith will also be there to talk about the reporting process and hear your story ideas.
This event is kindly hosted by the historical Franklin High School, located near the Mount Baker light rail station and bus transit, with street and lot parking available. The event space is accessible by stairs and elevator.
Please email edlab@seattletimes.com or call 206-464-2925 if you have any questions or need specific accommodations to participate in this event. We look forward to seeing you!
