Ashley Cross, CAE;Ed.D

Senior Director, Education and Content

Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools

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Screentime Parent Education Night: Working Session (ATLIS member-exclusive)

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Screentime Parent Education Night: Working Session

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Sep 21, 2026

Screen Time Parent Education Night — Working Session | September 16, 2026 (1 hr. 56 min. recorded)

Get the most out of your ATLIS membership

Join us for an informative session on how to maximize the benefits of your ATLIS membership! Whether you're a new member or looking to deepen your engagement, this session will provide you with valuable insights into the essential resources and tools ATLIS offers.

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ATLIS + Ed3 Course Info Session: AI Made Practical for Teachers

Sep 10, 2025

To meet the growing need for AI literacy, ATLIS has partnered with Ed3 DAO—a nonprofit that has already upskilled nearly 20,000 educators—to offer three self-paced online courses on Artificial Intelligence.

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ALI: Pioneering Research and Development Projects for Educational Excellence

Oct 2, 2024

by Ashley Cross, CAE;Ed.D

As education continually evolves, the demand for innovative solutions and strategic insights has never been more vital. The ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI) stands at the forefront of this mission, championing the development of leadership capabilities within the independent school community.

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Managing Vendors and Vetting New Products

May 30, 2024

by Ashley Cross, CAE;Ed.D

In the labyrinthine world of K–12 educational technology, independent school technologists face a unique challenge. Balancing the needs of a modern curriculum with the safety and privacy of student data requires a meticulous approach to IT vendor vetting.

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The Department of Modern Learning

The next evolution of the technology department?

Mar 11, 2024

by Ashley Cross, CAE;Ed.D

In recent months, I have come across many people who have an unusual phrase in their title: the department of modern learning. For some, it’s not a new title, but there is a shift in how technology is viewed at those schools.

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AI policy: working session for members

Aug 9, 2023

This member-exclusive virtual working session is designed for attendees to refine their academic integrity statement and AI policy documents for the new school year. Please bring a draft version of your policies.