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May 29, 2026 · Wichita State University

PROPELLUS TECH SUMMIT

One day of AI-powered learning, hands-on innovation, and the future of teaching — designed by educators, for educators.

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What is Propellus?

Where educators become innovators

Co-hosted by Wichita Public Schools and Wichita State University's College of Applied Studies, Propellus is Kansas' premier education technology summit — a bold, future-focused experience rooted in innovation, collaboration, and practical strategies you can use Monday morning.

Spark Sessions

Fast-paced, high-impact poster presentations. Snack-sized inspiration you can take straight to your classroom.

Explore Sessions

Interactive 60-minute workshops on AI, creativity, and classroom innovation. Bring your device and get hands on.

Transform Sessions

Deep-dive, immersive experiences to experiment, collaborate, and create real solutions for your school.

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Dr. Sabba Quidwai, Keynote Speaker
Featured Keynote

Dr. Sabba Quidwai

CEO of Designing Schools · Author · Former Apple Education Executive

Dr. Sabba Quidwai believes cultures of innovation begin with cultures of empathy. A former high school teacher turned education executive at Apple, she now helps organizations design human-centered systems that thrive in an AI-powered world.

Her book Designing Schools: How Design Thinking Makes YOU Irreplaceable in the Age of AI is a roadmap for educators ready to lead through change with confidence and creativity.

"Don't start with technology — start with trust."
Design Thinking AI in Education SPARK Framework Human-Centered
The Experience

Built for doing, not just watching

Every session is designed for you to walk away with something real — a strategy, a tool, a new way of thinking. Explore cutting-edge platforms like Canva, Canvas, Adobe, and AI tools across multiple session formats.

Hands-on collaboration
Hands-On

Interactive Workshops

Bring your device. Every session puts tools in your hands. Practice with AI, design with Canva, build with Canvas — and leave with classroom-ready moves.

Poster presentation
Innovation

Poster Presentations

Snack-sized inspiration from educators who are already doing the work. Quick, powerful, and designed to spark your next big idea.

Keynote presentation
Inspiration

Keynote Sessions

National thought leaders sharing bold visions for the future of education. Expect to be challenged, inspired, and ready to lead.

Creative activities
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WSU Innovation Campus Tour

Go behind the scenes at Wichita State's technology hubs. See what's possible when education meets industry.

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Ready to be propelled forward?

One day. Dozens of sessions. One transformative experience. Earn optional graduate credit through Wichita State University.

FREE WPS teachers & staff, WSU faculty/students, pre-service educators, session presenters
$100 All other attendees
+$65 Optional 1 Graduate Credit through WSU
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May 29, 2026 Friday
Rhatigan Student Center Wichita State University
K-12 Educators & Leaders Teachers, coaches, admins, pre-service