Can I attend virtually?

Due to the interactive intention behind this parent workshop, we are not able to offer virtual participation for this event. If there is interest, we can look into a virtual option in the future. Please let us know of your interest by emailing us at events@penbv.org.

What if I can't be there the whole time?

While extremely beneficial, you do not need to stay for the whole workshop to participate.

Will there be Spanish interpretation?

Yes, Spanish interpretation will be available.

Is there a fee for this workshop?

PEN is able to bring you this program free of charge, thanks to the generosity of our donor community. Please consider making a donation of just $10, $25, or whatever inspires you to support more of these types of empowering, educational parent programs. Donate at parentengagementnetwork.org.

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Saturday, November 8

Navigating AI: Build Your Parent Playbook

By Parent Engagement Network

AI experts (also parents!) will help you turn confusion and concern into clarity, confidence, and empowerment in this hands-on workshop.

Date and time

Location

Ann & H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences

3775 Discovery Drive Boulder, CO 80303

Agenda

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Navigating & Demystifying AI

AI experts and BVSD parents, Bobby Hodgkinson and Michael Whitaker ("Whit"), begin the day by helping parents gain an understanding of how AI is influencing schools and society. The large group sessi...

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Lunch and connection

Time for community, connection, and informal small group discussions. Pizza and snacks will be served.

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Experiential: Choose Your Path

Parents choose between two paths to deepen understanding: (1) Guided discussion exploring real-life scenarios, or (2) Educational demo: hands-on experimentation directly with AI tools

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Highlights

3 hours 30 minutes
In person

About this event

Charity & Causes • Education

Worried about AI and your child’s future? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help!

Bobby Hodgkinson and Michael Whitaker ("Whit"), AI experts and BVSD parents, understand both the research and the realities of raising kids today. Together, they have created Navigating the AI Frontier, an interactive workshop designed to replace confusion and fear with confidence and connection. Combining expert insight, open discussion, and hands-on exploration, the workshop will help parents engage with AI in meaningful ways. You’ll gain clarity on AI’s role in K–12 and higher education, connect with other parents, and build your family's “AI playbook.”

Leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to guide your children with confidence.

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ABOUT OUR EXPERTS:

Bobby Hodgkinson: Associate Teaching Professor, Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences at CU Boulder - and father of BVSD 7th and 5th graders.
Michael Whitaker ("Whit"): Senior Vice President, Strategy Execution and Organizational Innovation at ICF - and father of BVSD 9th & 6th graders.

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BACKGROUND

The rapid acceleration of AI in education and society has left many parents feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, and powerless. Navigating the AI Frontier was created to transform that confusion into clarity and confidence. By developing a deeper understanding of what AI can and cannot do and by engaging in real, hands-on experiences, parents can move from fear to informed action.

This workshop empowers families to build agency around AI, supporting their children’s learning and well-being today and preparing them for an uncertain but opportunity-filled future.

Space is limited. Early registration is suggested.

Organized by

Parent Engagement Network

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