Upcoming Events

Stay connected with our upcoming professional development, training sessions, and collaborative convenings designed to advance AI education. 
September 11, 2026
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Zoom
Community of Practice: Interactive Course Design Walkthrough for Responsible AI & Alternative Grading

Community of Practice with Professor Pam Schmelz from Ivy Tech Community College on a walkthrough of a course designed to use Learning-Centered Assessments and Responsible

September 15, 2026
7:00 to 9:00 PM ET
Live Online
AI Under the Hood with AI4K12.org
9/15/2026 to 12/15/2026

Master AI and launch hands-on projects! Join the virtual AI Under the Hood cohort with AI4K12.org. Through 4 live sessions from Sept–Dec, high school CS/AI teachers will dive into neural networks, genAI, and practical lessons. Apply now to upgrade your classroom!

September 16, 2026
2:00 PM ET
Zoom
Info Session: Zero-Cost AI & Data Science Resources with NSF Cloudbank Classroom

Join NAAIC and NSF Cloudbank Classroom for an info session and learn how you can bring Interactive, Open-Source Instructional Tools to Your Courses

September 16, 2026
6:00 to 8:00 PM ET
Live Online and Asynchronous
Knowledge Pillars AI Certifications Teacher Academy
9/16/2026 to 1/31/2027

Bring industry-recognized AI credentials to your high school classroom! Join the Knowledge Pillars Teacher Academy for free access to 3 stackable AI certifications.

September 18, 2026
11:00 AM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Decoding Responsible AI

Explore the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence. Open to adult learners (18+), this session teaches you how to evaluate fairness and transparency, analyze AI ethics dilemmas, and make responsible decisions when using AI tools.

September 22, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Build the Ultimate Ticket Tracker with AI

Explore how AI can turn a high-interest event scenario into a practical, beginner-friendly app-building experience.

September 24, 2026
6:00 to 7:30 PM ET
Live Online
Strategies for Teaching AI Readiness with aiEDU
9/24/2026 to 11/19/2026

Build your AI readiness and master lesson implementation! Join this 5-week national virtual cohort with aiEDU. High school computer science, robotics, and tech teachers will explore industry-aligned curriculum and engage in reflective peer reviews from Aug–Nov.

September 25, 2026
3:30 - 5:00 PM ET
Teams
Microsoft Copilot Agents Workshop for Community College and High School Educators

Join this interactive 75-min workshop for community college and high school faculty. Learn how Microsoft Copilot Chat agents streamline teaching and admin tasks. Build, test, and refine your custom agent using Agent Builder!

September 29, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Build an AI Wellness App in 60 Minutes

Create a practical app concept that connects everyday wellness goals with approachable AI-powered development.

October 1, 2026
6:30 - 8:00 PM ET
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Staff (101 & 102)

This instructor-led webinar developed by Microsoft to provide college staff with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. This training covers ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

October 2, 2026
6:30 - 8:00 PM ET
Online
GenAI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty (101 & 102)

This instructor-led webinar developed by Microsoft to provide college faculty with a practical introduction to Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. This training covers ethical AI use, effective prompting, and real-world applications.

October 6, 2026
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET
Live Online
Curriculum Deep-Dives with Day of AI
October 6-14, 2026

Master AI instruction with Day of AI! Get free, turn-key high school curriculum materials and training. Join the 8-hour virtual Curriculum Deep-Dive this, then collaborate in the Community of Practice. Apply now to bring ready-to-use AI lessons to your class!

October 6, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild AI in Healthcare: Turn Patient Feedback Into Better Care

See how AI can help organizations make sense of real-world feedback and support better service decisions.

October 6, 2026
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET
Live Online
Curriculum Deep-Dives with Day of AI
October 6-14, 2026

Master AI instruction with Day of AI! Get free, turn-key high school curriculum materials and training. Join the 8-hour virtual Curriculum Deep-Dive this, then collaborate in the Community of Practice. Apply now to bring ready-to-use AI lessons to your class!

October 13, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: How Smart is Your Spending? Build an AI-Powered Finance Tool

Examine how AI can support everyday financial awareness through simple tools that help users spot patterns and risks.

October 14, 2026
All Day
Chandler, Arizona
National AI Summit 2026
October 14-16, 2026

The National Summit on Artificial Intelligence will be hosted by Maricopa Community Colleges on October 14 - 16, 2026, in Chandler, Arizona. More information coming soon. You can RSVP already!

October 20, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild: Build an AI Project That Makes Your Resume Stand Out

Turn hands-on AI practice into a career-focused project that can help demonstrate applied skills to employers.

October 27, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild AI in Education: Build AI Tools That Adapt to how Students Learn

Discover current trends in educational AI and learn to design effective, responsible tools. Through a live demo with IBM Bob, you'll see how to build a sample tool from scratch while prioritizing student data privacy, accessibility, and academic integrity.

November 3, 2026
12:00 PM ET
Virtual
IBM SkillsBuild Guided Learning Experience: AI Productivity Workflows (AI at Work)
November 3-10, 2026

Build practical confidence using AI to streamline everyday work, reduce repetitive effort, and improve personal productivity systems.

November 6, 2026
6:30 - 8:00 PM ET
Teams
Microsoft Copilot Agents Workshop for Community College and High School Educators

Join this interactive 75-min workshop for community college and high school faculty. Learn how Microsoft Copilot Chat agents streamline teaching and admin tasks. Build, test, and refine your custom agent using Agent Builder!

November 10, 2026
6:00 to 8:00 PM ET
Live Online and Asynchronous
Knowledge Pillars AI Certifications Teacher Academy
11/10/2026 to 1/31/2027

Bring industry-recognized AI credentials to your high school classroom! Join the Knowledge Pillars Teacher Academy for free access to 3 stackable AI certifications.

“With NAAIC's resources, we’re helping faculty not only learn about AI but also know how to put it into their curricula and adapt to the age of AI in education.”

Jerry Hensel
Professor at Valencia College