The future of learning is being written now. In this opening keynote from CoSN2026, two of K-12 education’s most influential voices look beyond today’s challenges to envision what thriving schools could and should become.

Moderated by Eva Rodriguez, CETL, the conversation features David R. Schuler, Ph.D., and Jean-Claude Brizard, M.S.Ed., discussing how superintendents and education technology leaders can courageously design learning systems that are innovative, safe, engaging, and responsive to the needs of every student.

The session explores the leadership, collaboration, and long-term thinking required to move from reacting to change to actively shaping the future of education. More than a conversation about emerging technology, this keynote challenges education leaders to consider the decisions they can make today to build stronger schools for tomorrow.

Featured Speakers

David R. Schuler, Ph.D.

Executive Director, AASA, The School Superintendents Association

Jean-Claude Brizard, M.S.Ed.

President and CEO at Digital Promise

Moderator

Eva Rodriguez, CETL

Chief Solutions Officer for K12 Insight

Key Takeaways

How education leaders can move from responding to change to shaping it
What thriving, future-ready school systems could look like
Why innovation must be balanced with safety, trust, and student well-being
The role of superintendents and edtech leaders in creating engaging learning environments
How courageous leadership and collaboration can turn a shared vision into meaningful action

This keynote was recorded live on April 13, 2026, at the CoSN2026 Annual Conference in Chicago.

Resources

CoSN Conferences

We Trust in Kids: Student Voices in AI - Lego Education

Watch the original CoSN2026 keynote on YouTube:

CoSN2026 Opening Keynote: Tomorrow Starts Here

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⁠https://www.cosn.org

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