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WNY AI
SUMMIT 2026

August 27, 2026 BuffSci Medaille Campus, Buffalo NY

For Whom?

Who Should Definitely Attend the WNY AI Summit

Classroom Teachers

School &
District Leaders

Coaches &
Counselors

Builders
& Creators

Unlock AI’s potential to save planning time, personalize learning, and bring every classroom in Western New York along.

About WNY AI Summit

Why You Absolutely
Should Be In The Room

WNY AI Summit is the regional gathering for K-12 teachers and the leaders who back them — a day to move past AI policy and into AI practice. Hands-on sessions, honest conversation, and one full hour where the agenda belongs to you.

Whether you're teaching this fall, redesigning assessment, building your first tool, or defending a policy to your board, you'll leave with one usable thing — and the regional network to keep going on Monday morning.

Meet the speakers →
A teacher leading a classroom discussion

Speakers

Meet Our Speakers
and the Voices On Stage

Tara Nattrass

Tara Nattrass

Chief Innovation Strategist, Education, Lenovo

John Mitchell

John Mitchell

CEO, AI Solutions Corp

Samantha Hayes

Samantha Hayes

Senior Data Scientist

James Turner

James Turner

Senior Data Scientist

Laura Chang

Laura Chang

Director of AI Strategy

Michael Anderson

Michael Anderson

Chief Technologist

Rooted in Western New York

Made in Buffalo,
for every WNY classroom

We gather at the BuffSci Medaille Campus with teachers, school leaders, and builders from districts across Western New York — so what starts here on August 27 shows up in classrooms on Monday.

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Event agenda

Discover the Full Summit
Event Agenda

Educators collaborating around a table
KickoffGetting Started

Registration

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Keynote

Main DayConnect & Learn

Breakout Session #1

Breakout Session #2

Lunch & Networking

SumupApply & Take Action

K-12 Education Panel

Breakout Session #3

Sponsorship

Meet our sponsors who help bring this event to life

University at Buffalo Curriculum, Assessment and Teaching Transformation
TechBuffalo
Buffalo Academy of Science
Rochester Academy of Science

Questions

All the Important Details Before Attending WNY AI Summit

Students working together in a classroom
How can I register for the WNY AI Summit?

To register, simply visit our event website and complete the registration form. Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your ticket and event details. Early registration is recommended to secure your spot.

Will the summit be available online for remote attendees?

The summit is currently planned as an in-person event in Buffalo, New York.

Who should attend the WNY AI Summit?

Classroom teachers, school and district leaders, coaches, counselors, builders, and creators working across K-12 education.

What is included with my event ticket?

Your ticket includes keynote and breakout sessions, the expo floor, networking, and a summit welcome kit.

Where is the WNY AI Summit being held?

The event will be held at BuffSci Medaille Campus in Buffalo, New York.

Registration

Secure Your Spot at
WNY AI Summit Today!

General Admission

Access to the main stage, exhibitions, and standard networking sessions throughout the summit.

  • Entry to keynote sessions
  • Access to tech expo floor
  • Standard networking lounge
  • Summit welcome kit
Flat Fee $299

Single admission

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