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| The Keystone program began in 2004. Initially called Keystones: Technology Integrators, the program name changed to “Technology Innovators” to reflect the changes in classroom instruction. To date, over 3000 Pennsylvania educators have been identified as “Keystones: Technology Integrators.” The Keystones represent over 200 school districts, non-public schools, and CTC/AVTS throughout Pennsylvania. |
The initiative is a nationally recognized honors program for Pennsylvania teachers who help their school districts shape learning environments with technology in the classrooms. Historically, one of the key components was the Keystone Technology Innovators’ Summit, initiated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Michael Golden, the Deputy Secretary of Education, at the time. (Michael is one of the Keynote keynote speakers at Summit 2014!) Over the years and due to the reduction of budgets, the Keystones summit ceased, but the community remained vibrant through the efforts of active PAECT members (Pennsylvania Association for Educational Communications and Technology).
In 2013, PAECT entered a partnership and received funding support from Eduspire, an innovative professional development and graduate course provider. With Eduspire’s assistance, Keystone STARS can now receive 3 graduate credits while attending the summit. Thanks to PAECT and Eduspire, The Keystones STARS Summit reopened it’s doors in July of 2014. In 2026, LEGO Education (known for fostering "confidence to lead, curiosity to adapt, and the real-world skills to create positive change in the world around them") became the primary sponsor for Keystones Summit, subsidizing both programming and site costs for all Summit attendees. At this summit, Keystone STARS engage in rigorous hands-on workshops, collaboration opportunities, and rich professional development. The goal of the Keystone Summit is to nurture and enrich the skills of these building and district leaders while advocating the importance of technology in education. The Keystones network has grown strong through constant communication, personal learning networks, and professional development opportunities. |
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