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From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education…Live with Jason Williams!

23 min · 9 de mar de 2026
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Join Dr. Jason Williams [https://www.solutiontree.com/jason-williams.html], educator and author of Shared Data, Shared Decisions [https://www.solutiontree.com/shared-data-shared-decisions.html], along with host Sam Fritz, live from the PLC Institute in Seattle, Washington, for an in-depth conversation on the rapidly evolving role of AI in education. Explore how AI can be leveraged as a powerful tool to enhance learning–not replace it–while keeping your educational goals and limitations in mind. Learn how to choose the right AI model for your needs and make it work for you. Tune in to discover: * How to use AI to enhance teaching, learning, and lesson planning * Strategies for making AI adapt to your workflow, not the other way around * Using AI as a collaborative “team member” while delegating responsibly * Practical insights from PLCs, including standards, student engagement, and scheduling Register Today! To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

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episode From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education…Live with Jason Williams! artwork

From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education…Live with Jason Williams!

Join Dr. Jason Williams [https://www.solutiontree.com/jason-williams.html], educator and author of Shared Data, Shared Decisions [https://www.solutiontree.com/shared-data-shared-decisions.html], along with host Sam Fritz, live from the PLC Institute in Seattle, Washington, for an in-depth conversation on the rapidly evolving role of AI in education. Explore how AI can be leveraged as a powerful tool to enhance learning–not replace it–while keeping your educational goals and limitations in mind. Learn how to choose the right AI model for your needs and make it work for you. Tune in to discover: * How to use AI to enhance teaching, learning, and lesson planning * Strategies for making AI adapt to your workflow, not the other way around * Using AI as a collaborative “team member” while delegating responsibly * Practical insights from PLCs, including standards, student engagement, and scheduling Register Today! To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

9 de mar de 202623 min
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From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education…Live with Luis Cruz!

Join host Sam Fritz live from the PLC at Work® Institute in Seattle, Washington, for an energizing conversation with Dr. Luis F. Cruz [https://www.solutiontree.com/luis-f-cruz.html]–nationally recognized presenter, coach, thought leader, and author with more than 30 years in education. Together, they unpack what makes the PLC at Work® [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast] process powerful, how schools can start strong, and why learning alongside other practitioners sparks meaningful change. Tune in to discover: * The importance of guiding coalitions and teacher collaboration in defining high levels of learning * PLC as a process–learning from mistakes, resetting, and continually improving practice. * Shifting mindsets around emerging bilingual learners and taking collective action that leads to results Links:   To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

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From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education... Live with Chief Academic Officer - Micah Studer!

Join Dr. Micah Studer and host Sam Fritz live from the PLC Institute in Sacramento, California, as they explore how to simplify the PLC process, engage staff, and keep students at the forefront. Learn practical strategies for building staff buy-in, focusing on essential standards, and taking one step at a time to ensure all students can learn. Tune in to discover how to: * Find common goals with shared vocabulary * Create meaningful shared experiences with other educators at PLC events * Lead with the four critical questions of a PLC * Take action when students don’t meet learning goals Links:   To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

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From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education... Live with Regina Stephens Owens!

Join keynote speaker Regina Stephens Owens [https://www.solutiontree.com/regina-stephens-owens.html] and host Sam Fritz—live from the PLC Institute in Sacramento, California! Together, Regina and Sam unpack the power of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and why investing in people is the key to better teaching and learning. Discover what to expect at a PLC at Work® [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast] Institute, how to turn insights into action back at school, and why culture, clarity, and collaboration matter most. Hear how PLCs create space for educators to grow together so students can thrive. Tune in to discover: * How to get the most out of a PLC Institute * The 4 key teams that drive the PLC process * Simple ways to keep the PLC work people-centered * How to apply what you learn back at school Links:   To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

29 de sep de 202526 min
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From Foundation to Future: PLCs and AI in Education... Live with Eric Twadell!

With Series Host, Sam Fritz, Director of Ed Tech and AI at Solution Tree...Live from the PLC Institute, where proven practice meets emerging trends! Join Superintendent Eric Twadell [https://www.solutiontree.com/eric-twadell.html] and host Sam Fritz live from the PLC at Work® [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast] Institute in Sacramento, California, as they explore the transformative power of AI in education. Learn how teachers can save substantial time, streamline lesson planning, score student work, and provide actionable feedback, all while keeping students at the center of learning. Eric shares practical strategies for integrating AI in schools, including prompt engineering, multimodal tools, and smart agents that handle repetitive tasks. Hear how districts are using AI to free up teacher time, enhance daily instruction, and empower educators to lead innovation rather than react to it. Tune in to discover: ●      How AI can save teachers time and support daily tasks ●      Practical uses of AI for lesson planning, assessment, and personalized feedback ●      The evolving role of AI agents and tools in the classroom ●      Strategies for adopting AI confidently and effectively Links:  When time is tight, professional learning should be more than theory—it has to lead to action. That’s where our AI Assistants come in. Built for busy educators, these tools are your shortcut to clarity—turning new learning into next steps, fast.  *Get started today: ai.solutiontree.com [https://ai.solutiontree.com/p/dashboard]   *To learn more about the full slate of PLC at Work® Institutes  and to register navigate to: www.solutiontree.com/Eventspodcast [https://www.solutiontree.com/events/institutes/plc-at-work.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1735050&utm_medium=podcast]

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