SWWC IT² 2026

Want to know the ins and out of the E-Rate program? If so, then this session is for you! Join us as we profice a detailed overview of the E-Rate program as well as the challenges the program is currently facing. We will go through the coming changes within the program and the types of information required for E-Rate funding.

Target audience identified by presenter: All Conference Attendees

Innovation doesn't always require a massive budget or a whole team. Problems come up where the question is asked: "I wish I had a part like this to solve this problem." It starts with a single idea or problem and a 3D printer! Join this session to explore how you can use additive manufacturing to solve problems, increase agility, and create solutions that would be difficult or impossible using traditional methods. Through examples and practical guidance, attendees will learn how 3D printing can become a catalyst for innovation and solutions across technology departments.

Target audience identified by presenter: All Conference Attendees

The Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL®) certification has become a respected benchmark for technology leaders who are committed to advancing innovation, leadership, and strategic impact in education. But what is the certification process really like, and how has earning the credential influenced the careers of those who hold it?

Join a panel of CETL-certified education technology leaders representing K-12 schools and educational service agencies as they share their personal journeys toward certification. Panelists will offer perspectives ranging from those who have held the CETL credential for more than a decade to leaders who earned their certification in the past couple of months.

Through candid discussion and audience Q&A, attendees will gain insight into preparing for the certification process, balancing professional responsibilities with study and professional growth, the evolving role of educational technology leadership, and the lasting value of the CETL credential. Whether you are actively pursuing certification, considering it for the future, or simply interested in learning from experienced technology leaders, this session will provide practical advice, inspiration, and real-world perspectives from professionals who have successfully navigated the journey.

Key Takeaways:
- Learn why education technology leaders pursue CETL certification.
- Understand how the certification process has evolved over time.
- Gain practical preparation strategies from successful CETL recipients.
- Discover how the credential has influenced leadership opportunities and professional growth.
- Connect with a community of education technology leaders committed to continuous learning and excellence.

Target audience identified by presenter: All Conference Attendees

Missing files, version conflicts, and compromised libraries are three faces of one mechanism: Windows programs load shared code and trust it completely. Starting from zero and assuming no development background, this session explains what a DLL is, how Windows decides which one to load, and why that decision shows up in both your ticket queue and your threat intel.

Target audience identified by presenter: All Conference Attendees