Featured Speakers

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Meet some of the voices shaping Spring CUE 2026 — from inspiring keynote leaders to featured presenters, these educators and thought leaders will spark ideas, challenge perspectives, and energize your conference experience.

Opening Keynote

Lisa Moe

2025–2026 Riverside County Teacher of the Year

Embracing Now: The Power of the Present in Education

  • We look back to reflect. We look ahead to prepare. But what happens when we pause to recognize the power of now?

    Through the lens of a living timeline, Lisa invites audiences to see the present moment as the place where transformation truly begins. With real stories from her classroom and insights from the frontlines of teaching, Lisa brings a message that is as authentic as it is inspiring.  

  • This isn’t about the past or the future.  It’s about finding courage, creativity, and connection in the now—so we can embrace what’s next without losing sight of what matters most: our students.

About Lisa Moe:

Lisa Moe (@MissMoeTeaches) is the 2026 Riverside County Teacher of the Year, an award-winning educator, keynote speaker, and advocate for innovation in education. Nationally recognized for her impact, Lisa uses technology, Universal Design for Learning, and social-emotional learning to create student-driven, equity-focused classrooms. As a storyteller and thought leader, she inspires educators to reimagine learning, breaking barriers with creativity, inclusivity, and innovation. Whether on stage or online, Lisa’s work continues to shape the future of education—one classroom at a time.

Closing Keynote

Holly Clark

AI in Education Strategist

AI-Powered Classrooms: Where Curiosity Meets Infinite Possibility

About Holly Clark:

  • This inspiring talk delves into how AI is transforming education by personalizing learning, fostering creativity, and connecting students to real-world challenges.  Through powerful stories, practical examples, and a look at groundbreaking technology, you’ll discover how AI can ignite curiosity and unlock the boundless potential of every student.

  • Whether you’re an educator seeking new approaches or a leader shaping the future of learning, this keynote will leave you motivated to embrace the transformative power of AI in your classrooms—and beyond.

Holly Clark (@HollyClarkEdu) is recognized globally as a leading voice in the integration of artificial intelligence in education. A native Californian, Holly’s teaching career has spanned San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Fresno, and San Diego, where she helped pioneer one of the nation’s first 1:1 classrooms in Menlo Park, CA.

Now a best-selling author, international speaker, and co-host of The Digital Learning Podcast, Holly helps schools and districts worldwide adopt AI-enhanced, blended learning models. Her acclaimed books—The Google Infused Classroom, The Chromebook Infused Classroom, and The AI Infused Classroom—have become essential guides for educators seeking to design meaningful, technology-driven learning experiences.

A Google Certified Innovator, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, and National Board Certified Teacher, Holly’s passion lies in empowering teachers to find their blended learning and AI genius—creating classrooms where creativity, connection, and curiosity thrive.

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