Learning Through Technology

Technology and education evolve together, but leading change within a legacy organization is not a small task. In this episode of the Learning Through Technology podcast, Alex sits down with Christine Feenstra, Executive Director of calie (formerly CUE), to talk about what it really  means to reimagine an education organization for the current era. Christine shares how her team guided a year-long...

In today’s episode, we’re excited to bring you a unique perspective from Bo Charlton, the business manager at Cashmere School District in Washington State, a close-knit community known for its agriculture and student-centered focus. In the first conversation with a business manager, co-hosts Alex and Bob dive into everything from district operations and technology initiatives to the ever-evolving...

In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex and Bob talk with Eric Bonniksen, superintendent of Placerville Union School District in California and president of the Small School District Association. With 14 years of leadership in the same district—a rare feat—Eric shares how building trust, fostering relationships, and prioritizing “students first” has created a culture where both...

In this episode of Learning Through Technology , we sit down with Troy Slayden, Director of IT at Morongo Unified School District, and a man with deep roots in the very community he serves. From racing two-stroke motorcycles to racing against the clock during COVID, Troy’s journey is anything but typical. He shares how he went from finance major to consultant, entrepreneur, and finally tech direct...

In this episode of Learning Through Technology , we sit down with Dr. John Morgan—CTO, former chemistry teacher, and unofficial Lord (yes, really)—to explore what it truly means to lead through chaos. Dr. Morgan shares his journey of transitioning between two school districts during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, each presenting its own challenges and opportunities for innovation. He unpacks...

In this episode of Learning Through Technology, Alex and Bob sit down with Dr. Brett Geithman, Superintendent of the Larkspur-Corte Madera School District in Marin County, California. Known for his visionary leadership and deep roots in education, Dr. Geithman shares how he's guided his district through transformative change, from pioneering inquiry-based learning models to rolling out a district-...

In this powerful episode of Learning Through Technology, hosts Alex Inman and Bob Cireddu sit down with David Wildy, Chief Technology Officer at Dublin Unified School District in California, for a candid conversation about the front-line realities of managing technology in K–12 education. David pulls no punches as he discusses the operational grind balancing infrastructure demands, refresh cycles,...

Release Note: This is a re-release of one of our most popular episodes, originally aired as part of our school safety series. As IT and operations teams head into summer project season, we’re revisiting this insightful conversation with Lane Young, whose unique dual role offers practical strategies for integrating safety, technology, and school culture. In this episode of Learning Through Technolo...

We'd like to give a huge thank you to Promethean  (https://www.prometheanworld.com/gb/?u...) for sponsoring this episode and helping to make the podcast possible! Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. The integration of technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for both students...

In this episode of the Learning Through Technology podcast, Alex and Bob dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI in education with Lindy Hockenbary, a leading voice in edtech and instructional design. Lindy, an expert in helping educators navigate technology integration, shares her insights on how AI is changing the landscape of learning and teaching. Lindy discusses the urgent need for educato...

We'd like to give a huge thank you to ViewSonic for sponsoring this episode and helping to make the podcast possible! As technology revolutionizes industries worldwide, education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators. However, the lack of women in tech leadership often create...

In this episode of Learning Through Technology, hosts Alex Inman and Bob Cireddu explore the challenges and strategies for hiring a modern K-12 technology director. Together, they: Examine how the role of technology director has evolved from its origins in the late 1990s/early 2000s to today's complex demands Discuss why traditional staffing models (1 tech person per 1,500 devices in schools vs. 1...

AI is changing the face of education—but are schools prepared for the ethical and legal challenges it brings? From student data privacy risks to the hidden costs of free AI tools, K-12 leaders are facing a rapidly evolving landscape. In this episode, hosts Alex Inman and Robert Cireddu sit down with Dr. Laura Spencer and Gretchen Shipley to discuss how schools can embrace AI responsibly without pu...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex Inman and Robert Cireddu are joined by Victor Hicks, Founder and Program Owner at Coding with Cult...

Ringing in 2025 with a Best of Episode! Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this special “Best of” episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex Inman and Bob Cireddu take a nostalgic t...

Special Re-release: Ringing Out 2024 with Dr. Melvin Brown Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this special re-release episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex Inman and Robert Cir...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex Inman and Robert Cireddu are joined once again by Lane Young , Director of Strategic Operations an...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex Inman and Robert Cireddu discuss campus security with Dave Teague , president of Academic Integrat...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  Welcome to this episode of Learning Through Technology . Today, we’re doing something different. Alex was recently invited to feature a guest on the School Le...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this Learning Through Technology podcast episode, Alex and Bob connect with Kevin McGuire , Director of Technology at Michigan City Area Schools . Kevin sh...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex and Bob round up Cyber Security Awareness month by sitting down with Lane Young, Director of Strat...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators.  In this episode of Learning Through Technology , hosts Alex and Bob discuss cybersecurity in education with John Case , Director of Technology at Ohio Hi-Poin...

Technology is reshaping how we live, work, and learn, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this transformation. In this Learning Through Technology podcast episode, Alex and Bob sit down with Lindy Hockenbary, an instructional technology expert, author, and consultant, to discuss the evolving role of AI in education. Lindy brings her wealth of knowledge, helping educators naviga...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators. In this Learning Through Technology podcast episode, Alex and Bob connect with Mark Urwick , an Education Professional at the Oxnard School District . Mark is...

Technology has revolutionized nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Integrating technology in classrooms has brought about significant changes, offering new opportunities and challenges for students and educators. In this Learning Through Technology podcast episode, Alex and Bob connect with Gary Stager , Founder and CEO of Constructing Modern Knowledge , a summer instit...