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Rooted in Culture, Rising with Purpose: Leading Systems that Empower, Sustain, and Transform with AI
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
White Alder 4
Superintendents Dr. Crosthwaite and Dr. Villegas will guide participants through a leadership model that integrates AI tools to boost student engagement, support decision-making, and broaden access to both academic and social-emotional resources. Drawing on their experiences in Lynwood and El Rancho Unified, they will share actionable strategies for developing student-focused, culturally aware systems using AI to enhance early intervention, family partnership, and leadership development.
Participants will engage in real-time planning scenarios and explore emerging uses of AI that can improve resource distribution, promote inclusive practices, and strengthen community partnerships.
Speakers
avatar for Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Ph.D.

Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Ph.D.

Superintendent, Lynwood Unified School District
Dr. Gudiel R. Crosthwaite has dedicated nearly 30 years to education, championing equity, mentorship, and student success. Since joining Lynwood Unified School District in 2010 as Director of School Reform, he has driven remarkable improvements, including a 25.3 percentage-point increase... Read More →
avatar for Marco A. Villegas, Ph.D.

Marco A. Villegas, Ph.D.

Superintendent, El Rancho Unified School District
Dr. Marco Villegas is Superintendent of El Rancho USD and an innovative leader in systems change, technology integration, and multilingual education. With a career spanning teaching, policy, and district leadership, he champions access and opportunity through strategic planning and... Read More →
Friday June 27, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
White Alder 4
  Professional Development Workshop

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