Dan Ryder

Explore design thinking and human-centered problem solving, boost classroom creativity, use proficiency-based assessments, and engage learners with game-based learning.  (Location: Suite B25)

Area of Expertise: 25 year veteran public school classroom educator, certified 7-12 ELA teacher, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction with a Focus on Literacy and Technology, now Director of Design and Innovation for a free, public charter school. I'm an education generalist with a particular focus on tech integration, design thinking and human-centered problem solving, innovative practices, proficiency/standards/competency-based assessment, creativity in the classroom, restorative practices, game-based thinking and learning, makerspaces, and professional development.

Patrick Cerria

Explore changing student populations, and learn how music can support classroom management and foster social-emotional development for students.  (Location: Suite B25)

Area of Expertise: I am a music researcher and educator.  I have spent the last 20 years using music in non-traditional ways to teach special needs and at-risk students. My work is focused on showing school leaders, teachers, and music educators how music can be used not only in its traditional applications of band, chorus, orchestra and general music classes, but to also:  support school therapies, enhance classroom management strategies, and support student learning and comprehension in other subjects.

Deborah Boisvert

Support DLCS standards and licensure, create district CS education plans, and use data to build capacity for DLCS education for all students.  (Location: Suite B25)

Area of Expertise:  Founder and executive director of CSforMA, Inc. Her extensive experience includes researching workforce needs and developing educational programs that further the educational and professional goals of both educators and students. She has led numerous workshops, summer institutes, and graduate courses aimed at enhancing the content knowledge and pedagogical skills of educators in K-12 through higher education. She designed an immersive summer experience for educators to become exposed to and gain confidence in computer science content. She facilitates the Strategic CS for All Resource and Implementation Training (SCRIPT), a structured process for developing and implementing a district-wide computer science education plan and is the regional partner for Code.org in Massachusetts.

Amanda Lydon

Discuss CS program challenges, AP scoring tips, equity in CS education, and bridging middle to high school CS to build stronger, more inclusive programs.  (Location: Suite B26)

Area of Expertise:  I began my career teaching middle and high school math before embracing Computer Science education. Over the past five years, I've built a diverse CS teaching portfolio including Exploring Computer Science, Digital Literacy and Computer Science (DLCS) courses, Web Design (HTML & CSS), iOS App Development, AP CSP, and AP CSA.  My content knowledge with experience in differentiated instruction and equity-driven practices where my moderate disabilities licensure supports my skill in adapting curriculum and instruction to diverse learner needs. As an AP Reader, I bring firsthand understanding of AP scoring rubrics.

Katie Mahoney

Implement UDL and multimodal learning, create reusable templates for differentiation, coach tech integration, and build sustainable systems for classroom tech and engagement.  (Location: Suite B26)

Area of Expertise:  I am an Instructional Technology Specialist with 18 years of experience in K–8 education, including 3 years in my current role. My background spans middle school grade levels and subject areas, including the arts and physical education. I specialize in coaching educators to effectively integrate digital tools, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and multimodal instructional strategies. My work includes one-on-one coaching, schoolwide systems development, tech troubleshooting, family engagement, and designing sustainable, choice-driven lesson frameworks.

Joel Richards

Explore healing retreats for youth leadership, building trust through culture, immersive programs blending athletics and education, and partnering for equitable access to growth.  (Location: Suite B26)

Area of Expertise:  Former MassCue board member! I bring 17 years of experience as an educator to a role that feels like a dream come true. My background in education and youth development has shaped my deep commitment to helping young people access the community.

Rachel Discko

Build secure, integrated EdTech systems; evaluate tools for ROI and impact; and empower educators with meaningful PD to drive confident, effective tech use in learning.  (Location: Blue Level Mezzanine)

Area of Expertise:  As a Digital Learning Specialist, my expertise centers on architecting robust EdTech ecosystems -- vetting applications for security and curriculum compatibility, alongside developing and delivering professional development for staff on effective technology integration. I work closely with the other members of the Information Technology team, our vendors, Administrators in the district, and educators. Although I do not maintain a department budget, I am often asked for my input related to applications and digital materials we plan on using in the district.

Annie Fuerst

Foster innovation in teachers and students, blend digital wellbeing and SEL with school values, and design whole-school community learning projects that inspire collaboration.  (Location: Blue Level Mezzanine)

Area of Expertise:  I taught upper elementary for 6 years, worked as an instructional innovation coach, and am now the director of innovation at an independent school where I oversee operational and academic technology, and instructional and strategic innovation.

Sai Gattupalli

AI and Prompt Literacy, Pedagogical Agents, Culturally-responsive Computing Education, and Science Communication  (Location: Blue Level Mezzanine)

Area of Expertise: I'm a PhD candidate at UMass Amherst developing culturally-responsive AI-driven educational tools and pedagogical agents, using data-informed research methods and innovative communication strategies to advance inclusive STEM learning and AI literacy.

Cassie Fontaine

Support self-paced instruction, use technology to enhance learning, implement mastery-based approaches, and meet the unique needs of all learners.  (Location: Blue Level Mezzanine)

Area of Expertise: Cassie started her career in 2007 as an instructor for the May Institute, where she grew to head a team of 7 educators as a Lead Teacher before transitioning to public school in 2016. Cassie happily teaches in her hometown public high school, feeding her passion back into the community she knows and loves. Cassie is committed to empowering students to reach their full potential through supporting their access to the curriculum while embracing the unique needs of each learner.