Emily Pool

Emily Pool

CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist

About Emily Pool

Emily Pool is a CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist. In this role, Emily strives to help teachers get excited about, engaged with, and enriched by educational technology – especially when it comes to bridging the gap between potential and implementation.

While serving as a 3rd grade teacher in the Quincy Public School system, Emily was recognized as a 2015 Golden Apple recipient for her outstanding commitment to education. Emily is also a proud graduate of Illinois College in Jacksonville, IL (BA in Elementary Education & Spanish) and Williams Woods University in Fulton, MO (Masters in Education Administration).

Certifications

CS Fundamentals Facilitator
Edpuzzle Coach
Google Certified Coach
Google Certified Educator Level 1 (Fundamentals)
Google Certified Educator Level 2 (Advanced)
Google Certified Trainer
ISTE Certified Educator
Kami Certified Educator, Level 1
Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE)
Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer
Screencastify Master Screencaster
Seesaw Certified Educator
Wakelet Ambassador
Wakelet Certified

Contact Information

Explore Emilys Work

See how Emily helps educators bring computer science, STEM, and technology to life in the classroom, and explore opportunities to learn, collaborate, and connect with her.
Services
Service
Database

Artificial Intelligence Resource Database

Vetted computer science resources geared toward a variety of grade levels, content areas, and use cases.

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Professional Learning

Computer Science Professional Learning

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Varies

Grow as a CS educator through workshops and immersive programs focused on building community and elevating comprehensive teaching resources.

Service
Database

Computer Science Resource Database

Vetted computer science resources geared toward a variety of grade levels, content areas, and use cases.

Resources
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ActivityCollection

Back-to-School CS Integration Activities

Sprinkle CS effortlessly into your back-to-school routines with simplified vocabulary, unplugged activities, and digital activities that promote strong problem-solving habits.

Articles

5 Keys to Cooking Up Collaboration in the Classroom

LTC Coach Emily Pool recently learned a thing or two about collaboration while overhearing a conversation between her daughter and her friends. As it turns out, there’s only one way

Classroom Integration & Pedagogy
Emily Pool
Emily Pool
CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center

How a Special Ed Class Built an AI Solution

Special education students, guided by teacher Sarah Bird and coach Patricia Ferris, built an AI tool to support OT exercises—showcasing how risk-taking, collaboration, and strong networks can turn real-world challenges

Artificial Intelligence
Emily Pool
Emily Pool
CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center

Turning Tech Purchases into Impact

Smart technology planning is about building sustainable processes that connect people, goals, and collaboration to turn purchases into lasting impact.

Leadership & Capacity Building
Emily Pool
Emily Pool
CS & STEM Professional Learning Specialist, Learning Technology Center