We are excited to share outstanding news for Watervliet High School! Four of our teachers have been selected to attend the inaugural Data+AI PDWeek in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from June 22–26 at the University of New Mexico.
Out of applicants nationwide, the following educators were accepted into this highly competitive professional development experience:
Donya Mosher – Matched with YouCubed
Lauren Irmen – Matched with YouCubed
Nicole O’Toole – Matched with YouCubed
Payton Boswell – Matched with YouCubed
The week-long institute is hosted by Data Science 4 Everyone at University of New Mexico and focuses on hands-on training in data science and artificial intelligence. Teachers will work directly with curriculum providers to deepen their understanding of how to bring real-world data skills into the classroom.
As part of their acceptance:
Registration and lodging are fully covered.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided daily.
Up to $500 in travel reimbursement will be available for each teacher.
This opportunity represents an exciting investment in both our staff and our students. Data science and AI are rapidly shaping the future of careers, and our teachers are proactively preparing to bring these high-demand skills into Watervliet classrooms.
We are incredibly proud of Donya, Lauren, Nicole, and Payton for their commitment to professional growth and innovation. Their dedication ensures that our students continue to receive forward-thinking, relevant instruction that prepares them for college, careers, and beyond.
Panther Pride is strong — and growing!
