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Hi, Insiders! I’m Mike Tholfsen, Principal Group Product Manager on the Education team. I’m excited to share an opportunity for you to join us at ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual 25 to learn about new AI-powered features and innovations we’re bringing to educators and students.
Save the date: June 29–July 2 in San Antonio, Texas
We’ll be diving into real-life use cases of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat and tools like Microsoft Teams in education; our partnerships with Learning Management System providers; the launch of Microsoft Learning Zone, a free, AI-powered learning app and the first Copilot + PC experience purpose-built for educators; and more. You won’t want to miss it!
Setting the stage
According to our recent 2025 AI in Education Report, more than 80% of surveyed educators are using AI this year, up from 68% last year. However:
- About 1 in 3 surveyed educators report being unsure of how to leverage AI effectively and responsibly.
- More than half of surveyed students report that they have not received AI training.
At ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual 25, we’ll be exploring the many ways Microsoft aims to address this gap, from mastering agents to tackling cybercrimes and AI security risks. The new Microsoft Learning Zone is built on collaborations with organizations including NASA, the Economist Educational Foundation, PBS NewsHour, Figma, and Minecraft Education to bring real-world relevance to the classroom, including integration with Kahoot! to generate interactive games and OpenStax for content from vetted, open educational resources.
We’ll also share stories from students at institutions such as the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and the University of South Carolina who are already seeing academic and career preparedness gains with Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Microsoft 365 Insider’s guide to ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual 25
You can learn about the latest Microsoft updates for educators, students, and parents at our ISTELive sessions, including:
Navigating the future: AI’s impact on creation, communication, and learning from educators – Monday, June 30, 9:00 –10:00 a.m.
In this session moderated by Mark Sparvell, Director of Marketing Education at Microsoft, experts will discuss how they are implementing generative AI and adopting responsible practices, and share approaches to support your school’s journey. Panelists include Trey Davis, Chief Information Officer at Broward Schools; Rob Dickson, Chief Information Officer of Wichita Public Schools; Dr. Aleigha Henderson-Rosser, Executive Director for Instructional Technology at Atlantic Public Schools; and Stephen Whiffin, Assistant Superintendent and CIO at Coquitlam School District.
Shaping the future of learning with Agents and Microsoft 365 Copilot – Monday, June 30, 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Presented by Microsoft Senior Product Manager Jethro Segthers, this session will cover ways to leverage the agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot to enhance learning experiences, personalize user interactions, and automate tasks, and the innovations that can be reached through this across education.
Empowering student talent and AI to combat cybercrime: Transforming school cybersecurity – Tuesday, July 1, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.
With Microsoft Security CTO Corey Lee, this session will showcase how to leverage student talent alongside AI to combat cybercrime with real-world success stories.
What’s New in Microsoft EDU: ISTE Live 2025 Edition!
Discover the latest updates from Microsoft Education in 2025, including the latest on AI for education! Explore new tools for Copilot + PCs, Learning Accelerators, and enhanced features in Microsoft Teams for Education and OneNote. Hear how these recent innovations support personalized learning, creativity, and engagement in classrooms from the Microsoft Education engineering team.
Create your own AI agents today in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
Join this hands-on workshop to explore, create, and customize AI agents for free in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, and discover how to create agents that can assist with curriculum development, lesson planning, and more. We’ll offer step-by-step guidance and resources. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
No-cost, useful Microsoft AI tools and resources for teachers
Explore no-cost AI tools from Microsoft to enhance teaching and learning, and learn about Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, Khanmigo for Teachers, Minecraft Education AI Foundations, the Microsoft Education AI Toolkit, and so much more. We’ll also cover how AI supports personalized learning, reduces administrative tasks, and provides valuable insights.
View a full list of Microsoft sessions.
Beyond the sessions
You can connect with the Microsoft team outside our panels through hands-on workshops and live demos of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat, as well as tools such as Reading Coach. We’ll also be hosting Q&As and how-to sessions at our booth (#1800).
What’s next
We’re continuing to provide opportunities to build skills for the AI era, from immersive activities in Minecraft Education AI Foundations to offering hands-on cybersecurity experience for students and GitHub Certifications on Microsoft Learn and Pearson VUE.
Availability for Copilot Chat and Microsoft 365 Copilot for students ages 13+ is expected in late July 2025. We’re optimistic about the opportunities ahead to help students increase their agency to build skills to prepare for future success.
You can learn about additional updates and join our preview communities through the Education Tech Community blog.
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