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Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference: Rewiring Learning
Building Bridges & Strengthening Connections

Tech is the tool. Joy is the driver. Partnership is the path.

Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference (TRETC) is an exciting professional development opportunity to advance the integration of educational technology for teachers, K-12 administrators, industry experts, and higher education decision makers in Southwestern PA.

Engage with thought leaders, educators, and technologists as we uncover the tools and strategies that are revolutionizing how knowledge is imparted and absorbed. Whether you're an educator, administrator, policy-maker, or technology enthusiast, this conference promises to provide valuable insights and practical solutions to enhance the educational experience.

The goal is to leave with at least: One new skill. One big question. One meaningful connection.

Keynote Speaker

Jeff Remington, STEM Outreach Liaison for the Penn State Center for Science and the Schools Jeff Remington is the STEM Outreach Liaison for the Penn State Center for Science and the Schools (CSATS), a nationally and globally recognized education leader, and one of ten National STEM Teacher Ambassadors. At CSATS, Jeff advances STEM and AI education by assisting in translating complex technical research into practical, innovative classroom applications, passionately preparing students for their future, not our past.

Featured Speaker

Eric Curts

Eric Curts serves as a Technology Integration Specialist for SPARCC in North Canton, Ohio. Eric's areas of expertise include artificial intelligence, Google tools, assistive tech, and creative ways to use technology in teaching and learning. He is an authorized Google Education Trainer and Innovator, and co-leads the Ohio Google Educator Group.

Mike Zula

Mike Zula received his J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and his B.A. in Philosophy of Justice, Law, and Values from Penn State. At Pitt Law, he served as President of the Student Bar Association, was awarded the Dean’s Scholarship, and worked as a research assistant to Professor Michael Madison (Governing Knowledge Commons) and Professor Ann Sinsheimer (Resilience and Adaptive Mindset).

Mike’s work focuses on emerging technology, community building, and values-driven approaches to the complex problem sets posed by emerging technologies. He is active in Pittsburgh’s nonprofit community and serves on the board of the Society to Preserve the Millvale Murals of Maxo Vanka, with additional experience in nonprofit consulting, technology training and programming, and nonprofit board development and governance.

Pricing

Tech Council Member Early Bird (ends 12/19): $75
Non Tech Council Member Early Bird (ends 12/19): $95
Tech Council Member Pricing: $99
Non Tech Council Member Pricing: $119

Administrators: Free half-day of curated programming
Teacher Groups (5+): 20% discount with code TEACHERTEAM
Students & Pre-Service Teachers: $20

Is your organization a member of the Pittsburgh Technology Council? Be sure to select the member rate! Not Sure? Reach out to Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager (bwozniak@pghtech.org).

Schedule

TRETC Networking and Innovation in Education Event:
Aurora Innovation, Inc: Self-Driving Freight is Here
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Aurora Innovation, Inc | 1654 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

RSVP for the networking event here.

TRETC 2026:
Date: January 19, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Location: Fox Chapel School District, Dorseyville Middle School, 3732 Saxonburg Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15238

*The Act 48 hours will be administered at the end of the event.

View the TRETC 2026: Rewiring Learning schedule & directory.

Overnight Accomodations

Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh/Harmarville

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Harmarville

Holiday Inn Express Pittsburgh-North (Harmarville) by IHG

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Host Sponsor

Presenting Sponsors

Keynote & Lanyard Sponsors

Keynote Sponsor

Teacher Lounge Sponsor

Student Keynote Sponsor

Podcast Sponsor

Exhibitor Sponsors

Supporting Sponsors

Contact Information:
For registration or logistics questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator (llowen@pghtech.org)
For sponsorship questions: Ashley Steckel, Vice President, Business Development (asteckel@pghtech.org)