2026 AI in Action: The Future of K-12 Education Conference Beijing


Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Time: 8:30 - 17:30
Location: International School of Beijing, China

About this workshop:

This event aims to bring together educators, policymakers, technology innovators, and thought leaders to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of K-12 education. The conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussion, breakout sessions and networking opportunity.
We are expecting this conference will provide a platform for:
· Showcasing cutting-edge AI applications in teaching and learning.
· Engage in thought-provoking discussions on AI in education.
· Sharing best practices and success stories from schools and educators.
· Fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive innovation in education.

Meet our speakers

Keynote speakers

Daniel Rubenstein Clint Hamada Dr. Shannon H. Doak Alex McMillan
Head of School International School of Beijing EY-12 Educational Technology Coordinator International School of Beijing Director of Technology Nanjing International School Instructional Coach Shanghai American School
Topic: Topic: Topic: Topic:
TBD TBD Where is the Humanity in the Loop? Where is the Humanity in the Loop?
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Tania Mansfield Tim Evans    
Upper Elementary Assistant Principal/G4-5 PYP Coordinator of American International School of Guangzhou Learning Technologies & Data Coordinator of American International School of Guangzhou    
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TBD TBD    
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Session speakers

Adriana Mallary Alex McMillan Andrew Miller Chris Hayden
Head of Technology Department
Tsinghua International School
Instructional Coach Shanghai American School Academic Principal
Beijing International Bilingual Academy
Capstone & Personal Project Coordinator
Western Academy of Beijing
Topic: Topic: Topic: Topic:
Metacognition by Design: Assignments That Force Students to Think Out Loud AI-Enhanced Processes 1: Introduction What AI Forces Us to Confront About Schooling AI Agent Transformations
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Jason Reagin Juliana Zhu Luke Graham Penny Ma
Design Educator Western Academy of Beijing IB Chinese LanLit teacher/LanLit PLCL
American International School of Guangzhou
Head of Sciences / resreac lead
The British School of Beijing, Shunyi
Dual Language Enrichment Teacher
International School of Beijing
Topic: Topic: Topic: Topic:
Feedback in the age of AI How to use Vibe Coding to empower Creative Learning? AI That Actually Works: Leading Change from Classroom to School Level AI as a Co-Teacher: Enhancing Language Learning in the Classroom
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Peter Yeung Robynne Esther Sally Li Dr. Shannon H. Doak
Educator/Senior Consultant
Western Academy of Beijing
Middle School PBL Facilitator/Inquiry Coordinator
Dalton School Hong Kong
PYP Coordinator
Shanghai Vanke Bilingual School(Minhang campus)
Director of Technology Nanjing International School
Topic: Topic: Topic: Topic:
Hyper-Personalization in the New Learning Age PBL × AI AI赋能教育:如何借助AI工具支持教学和家校沟通 Empowering Education with AI: Enhancing Teaching and Parent-Teacher Communication From Concern to Action: A Human-Centered Conversation About AI
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Xiaofeng Kang Yosef Karasik Zhai Hao  
Academic Activities Coordinator
Tsinghua International School
Director of EdTech and Innovation
Dulwich College Beijing
Technology Director International School of Tianjin  
Topic: Topic: Topic:  
Beyond Equity: Why Differentiation is Not Enough in the AI Era How Generative AI Is Transforming 3D Design The Hitchhiker's Guide to AI for School Leaders  
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Free Registration:
*To avoid waste, refreshments and lunch are available only with a meal voucher.

Refund Policy:

  • • If the conference is canceled for reasons beyond our control and we are unable to find a suitable alternative time for most participants, IES will inform participants of the cancellation and refund the actual paid registration fee only, additional expenses (such as hotel accommodations, transportation, etc.) are not eligible for refunds.
  • • If a registered participant notifies IES of their disability to attend before 15/03/2026, IES will issue a refund of the actual paid registration fee. However, if this notification occurs after 15/03/2026, IES will not be able to provide a refund.


Certificate:E-certificate will be issued after the conference

Click here view our previous 2025 AI in Action Conference in May, Shanghai


Venue:
International School of Beijing
Address: 10 An Hua Street, Shunyi District, Beijing 101318, PRC
学校:北京顺义国际学校
地址:中国 北京市 顺义区安华街10号

Hotel Recommendation

The following hotel offer group pricing for IES Workshop participants:
以下酒店为IES培训参与者提供团体价格:

Hotel: Beijing Yosemite Business Hotel
Address: No. 4 Yuyang Road, Houshayu Town,Shunyi District,Beijing,Beijing
2mins walking distance to venue
Price: 500RMB/night (breakfast included)
Reservation: Ms. Li:(+86)13681518105(mention "IES Conference in May").

北京优山美地酒店
地址:北京 · 顺义区 · 后沙峪镇榆阳路4号
距离学校2分钟步行
价格:500元/晚(含早)
联系/微信:李女士:(+86)13681518105并告知“5月IES会议”

Hotel 2: Plaza Beijing International Airport
Address: 60, Fuqian 1 St., Tianzhu, Shunyi District, Beijing 101312, P.R. China
10mins by taxi
Price: 720RMB/night (1-2 breakfast included)
Contacts: Nicole Tian (+86)18600399965
Email: nicole.tian@ihg.com


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