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Keystones Technology Innovator Program

Keystones Technology Innovator Program identifies, invites and supports exemplary educators into a distinct and dynamic learning community. Keystones advocate the use of technology as a transformative tool to nurture the intellect, innovation and imagination of students.


   PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

  • Recognize outstanding teachers using technology innovatively to provide transformative classroom experiences across the Commonwealth.
  • Advocate for educational technology.
  • Enrich knowledge and skill base of teaching best practices.
  • Cultivate technological expertise, creativity and innovation.
  • Share lessons, strategies and practices with other state educators.
  • Connect within Keystones community.

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KEYSTONES SUMMIT

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The Keystones Summit is designed for outstanding Keystones selected each year by members of PAECT KTI Lead Learner Staff. All newly nominated Keystones will receive an application form to apply to attend Summit. PAECT KTI Lead Learners regional will select approximately 100 STARs to attend the Summit in July.

The week-long Summit provides resources and opportunities to nurture and enrich the skills of selected educational leaders, while advocating the importance of technology in education. The only cost for attendees is a $150 event fee.

Megan Tyson, York City SD, shared the following about her 2023 Summit Experience:

KTI changed my perspective on my career and refreshed what I love about it. It made me excited for the coming school year and helped me find my people. An amazing week worth every minute of time. 

Summit attendees can earn continuing education credit in two ways:

    • earn 3 graduate-level professional development credits provided by Wilson College & Eduspire at an additional cost. Summit attendance fulfills 30 of the 45 required hours of coursework.
    • earn 20-25 Act 48 hours

The 2026 Summit will be held at Shippensburg University, July 27-31, 2026. 

   KEYSTONES NOMINATIONS AND STAR SELECTION

  • Principals nominate one educator per building who directly impacts classroom instruction by going to www.keystonespa.org. This nomination automatically identifies this person as a Keystone. Deadline February 10, 2026.
  • Once nominated, the new Keystone will be prompted by email to submit an application/published work for an opportunity to attend the Keystones Summit. If accepted, the Keystone will be invited to attend the week-long Summit. Deadline February 20, 2026.
  • Submitted applications and projects should follow the guidelines as specified in the application.

ONLY THE KEYSTONES THAT ARE SELECTED BY KTI LEAD LEARNERS WILL BE INVITED TO SUMMIT IN JULY!

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PAECT is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.


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