With the theme Forward, the 2025 MassCUE Fall Conference (October 15–16) honored educators, visionaries, and companies who are moving teaching and learning ahead, while also looking toward what’s next: interactive spaces, emerging technologies, and collaboration that inspires real change.

The conference opened with an energizing keynote from Dr. Adam A. Phyall III, who challenged educators to think boldly about the future of schools and the role of technology in student empowerment. On Thursday, Dr. Sabba Quidwai continued the momentum with a session on using AI to design a future where creativity, leadership, and human connection remain at the center of education.

Each morning began in the Joy Lab with Dan Ryder, where laughter and collaboration invited participants into a mindset of playful creativity. These sessions reminded attendees that curiosity and joy are the sparks that drive innovation in classrooms everywhere.

At the heart of the conference was a celebration of educators who lead with vision and community spirit.

• Administrator Award: Christina Maryland and Dr. Fredrick Souza
• Pathfinder Award: Dr. Rayna Freedman and Craig Sheil
• Shelley Chamberlain Community Service Award: Andréa (A.J.) Coté and Jacqueline Gantzer

These outstanding leaders exemplify the commitment and creativity that define the MassCUE community.

This year’s conference featured more than 160 exhibitors and interactive spaces, creating a dynamic ecosystem where innovation came to life. Across Gillette Stadium, educators connected with vendors and explored hands-on environments designed to showcase the future of teaching and learning.

In the MassCUE Classroom of Tomorrow Pavilion, attendees experienced flexible furniture, AI-powered tools, immersive design, and smart classroom technologies.
On the Mezzanines, the Teq STEM Playground encouraged creativity through 3D printing, coding, and maker-centered challenges that celebrated design thinking in action. And the Future Ready Librarians Court, offered a dedicated hub for school librarians to connect and learn.

The energy continued in the eSports Arena, sponsored by CDW Education, where participants explored how digital competition fosters teamwork, strategy, and critical thinking.
Alongside our industry exhibitors, nonprofit organizations and educational partners shared invaluable resources and mission-driven initiatives that support districts across Massachusetts.

Together, these exhibitors and interactive experiences highlighted what makes MassCUE so unique: innovation that is not just discussed, but experienced. The exhibit floor buzzed with new partnerships, creative ideas, and solutions educators can bring back to their classrooms across Massachusetts and beyond.

MassCUE extends sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make the Fall Conference 2025 so special. To our incredible presenters in traditional sessions and in the MassCUE Forward Thinking Playground, thank you for sharing your expertise and creativity. To the students presenting in the MassCUE Forward: Digital Learning Frontiers, your enthusiasm and curiosity reminded us why we do this work. To our 1:1 Connection mentors, thank you for fostering meaningful conversations and professional growth.

And to our attendees, your curiosity, energy, and openness to new ideas made this event shine.

Together, you transformed two days of learning into a true celebration of community, creativity, and the future of education.
The future of learning is already here, alive in your districts, schools, and classrooms. Whether you are redesigning your learning spaces, launching student-led initiatives, or building stronger digital connections, the energy from MassCUE 2025 is your spark to move Forward.