PDK Western New York AI Summit

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Location: Cheektowaga Central High School, 3600 Union Rd, Buffalo, NY 14225

Cost: Free

About: The Buffalo-Niagara Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa International welcomes you to the Western New York AI Summit, a convening focused on the opportunities and challenges artificial intelligence (AI) presents for education. This summit brings together recognized educational leaders to explore how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, leadership, and policy, while centering equity, ethics, and human-centered design. Through research-informed conversations and real-world classroom perspectives, participants will examine how AI can support educators, expand access, and enhance student learning without compromising trust, privacy, or inclusion. The Western New York AI Summit creates space for thoughtful dialogue, shared learning, and collaboration, empowering educators to engage critically and confidently with AI as it continues to shape the future of education.

CTLE Credit: One NYS CTLE credit offered by Root-Ed

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Kristen Smigielski

Breakout Session Presenters: Crystal Franusiak, Kristen Mietus, Laura Samulski-Peters, & Dr. Brian Graham