2ND GEAR, a division of Insight Investments, LLC, is a leading supplier of new, re-certified and refurbished IT equipment with partnerships including Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Adobe and more. Offering IT implementation and support services including data destruction, imaging, deployment, office technology relocation, asset liquidation and warehouse outsourcing, 2NDGEAR supports the entire IT life cycle. An established company respected for its uncommon dedication to service, 2NDGEAR has served thousands of businesses and educational institutions across the U.S. Contact: Brandon Prochelo - bprochelo@2NDGEAR.com, 714-622-3154

Amplify was developed in partnership with the Lawrence Hall of Science after the creation of the NGSS. Our breakthrough K-8 curriculum inspires students to read, write and argue like scientists, as they master the NGSS. Our pedagogy invites students to explore phenomena with the purpose of solving authentic problems. Amplify Science is a turnkey curriculum complete with detailed lesson plans, embedded formative assessments, hands-on activities, digital simulations, and a variety of teacher supports. Contact: Monty Lammers - mlammers@amplify.com, 719-964-4501

Apple, Inc ​members of the South Dakota Apple Education team will facilitate concurrent sessions during conference breakout times. 

Amazon Web Services, AWS, cloud helps schools and districts access industry-shaping technology at an affordable cost, no matter what the scale. Utilizing AWS, educators, parents, students, IT staff and administrators can have the best learning experience possible. From bring-your-own-device to virtual desktops, AWS offers tools to ensure that every student gets the attention they need to thrive in the classroom. Contact: Jeff King - jeffki@amazon.com, 605-306-1508

AVI Systems designs, integrates, and supports various audio visual systems used in classrooms and throughout school buildings. Systems we offer include: interactive whiteboards and displays, sound reinforcement, digital signage, projectors and screens, intercom and clock systems, etc.  Contact:   Chuck Risty - chuck.risty@avisystems.com. 605-782-4153

Ban-Koe Companies provides Workforce and Workplace solutions to 100s of School Districts across the Midwest. Our solutions provide Critical Communications, ensuring your students and staffs security while providing concise communications in any event. Our offerings include Access Control, Critical Communications, Video Surveillance, Photo ID badges, Visitor Management, Synchronous Time Keeping and many more. But most importantly these are delivered fully integrated on one platform.  Contact: Kris Hannasch, kris.hannasch@bankoe.com, 952 278-4123

Belkin Education Solutions are innovative solutions that help teachers and students get the most of the investment in technology hardware by simplifying connection, protection and charging options. Contact:Christopher Wallingsford, c.wallingsford@belkin.com, 501 253-2553

BG Innovations is a leading regional provider of instructional technology solutions. With over 15 years experience helping educators with technology needs, our team is well positioned to help you navigate today's instructional technology landscape. Come visit our booth and enter our drawing for a classroom document camera! Contact: Chris Butler - chris@bgi-usa.net, 888-668-0759

Black Hills Online Learning Community (BHOLC) partners with districts to provide a quality online option using an accredited, SD content standards aligned curriculum. We break barriers of time, space, path and pace to offer students an innovative approach to customized learning.  Contact: Connie Godfrey - cgodgrey@tie.net, 605-394-1876

BrainPOP creates animated, curricular content for use in school, at home, and on mobile devices. Our award-winning resources include BrainPOP Jr.  (K-3), BrainPOP Español, BrainPOP ESL, GameUp, BrainPOP Mobile, and BrainPOP Educators. Contact: Jenna Carbone - jennac@brainpop.com, 212-574-6025

ByteSpeed is a top technology solution provider for the education market nationwide. We custom-build Intel® based computer systems, backed by personal customer service, ‘no hassle’ warranties and free lifetime tech support. We are proud to be ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 certified and partners with companies such as Intel, Microsoft, Ruckus, Asus, Juniper, Barracuda, and more to provide quality systems, top notch networking and security solutions for our customers. Contact: Scott Bleth - sbleth@bytespeed.com, 877-553-0777

Cengage Learning - National Geographic: Representing the education arm of National Geographic, along with South-Western Publishing, Wadsworth and Course technology, we develop digital products, textbook courses and online services for the K-12 markets. Cengage Learning is headquartered in New York with annual revenues of approximately $2 billion. Contact: Christian Chetwood - christian.chetwood@cengage.com, 513-229-1534

Cisco provides networking, security, & collaboration tools to technology environments all over the world. Contact: Ian Banks, iabanks@cisco.com, 605-370-2070

CommTech is your total technology solutions provider. From complete system design to professional installation and service, we are dedicated to ensuring our customers’ complete satisfaction. We specialize in technology solutions that streamline your home or office, making technology work for you and not against you. Audio/Video, Security, Telecommunications and Network Infrastructure solutions should work together seamlessly, and CommTech has the experience and expertise to ensure that they do. Contact- Thom DeWald- Thoma@commtechplus.com, 605-220-5388

Connecting Point  is a leader in IT Solutions. Our mission is to drive change through technology by proactively pursuing the best customer experience. We aim to deliver innovative products and services that enable schools and businesses to do more every day. Contact: Lynnette Hertel - lhertel@connectingpoint.biz, 605-882-1555

CPM Educational Program - Grades 6-12 math texts using problem based learning in student centered classrooms. Teachers are supported with professional development by experienced classroom teachers. Free access to our Core Connections series will be available. Contact: Sharon Rendon - sharonrendon@cpm.org, 605-431-0216

Dakota State University - Whether you’re looking to get your master’s or your doctorate degree, every single one of our graduate programs is built upon a technological framework that will give you the edge you need to stand out and succeed in the business world. Contact: Mark Hawkes - mark.hawkes@dsu.edu, 605-256-5274

DakotaLink is the South Dakota Assistive Technology Program. Our mission is to assist individuals with functional limitations; due to a disability, illness, injury, or the effects of aging to maximize their potential whether at home or in the community, at school, at work, or at play through the use of Assistive Technology. Contact: Patrick Czerny - pczerny@dakotalink.net, 605-394-6742

DakTech Inc.  has been providing Intel based computer hardware for over 26 years. School-Space is our newest offering so please stop by to find out how we can make your life easier. The 7-Year warranty on our workstations & servers is our standard. The DakTech Mobile line has a 3-YEAR warranty that includes drop damage coverage. Free shipping on all warranty claims and talk with a live person in Fargo ND! Contact: Barry Hegg - bhegg@daktech.com, 888-761-8534

Delta Dental of South Dakota is dedicated to advancing and promoting the improvement of oral health. Contact: Jean Gross - jeanrdh@sio.midco.net, 605-360-3627

Design for Change is an international organization, partnering in over 65 countries around the world. Design for Change envisions students as change-makers. Design for Change USA is focused on cultivating student agency and elevating student voice in the classroom. We do this by supporting teachers to integrate design thinking in their classroom. Contact: Tara Seibel, tara@designforchange.us, 678-863-2179 

Elite Business Systems is a locally owned and operated distributor of color and B&W digital imaging systems, digital duplicators, printers, laser cutting and engraving systems, facsimiles and paper handling equipment. Our award winning service department and 25+ years of experience have contributed to us being a market leader in our industry. Contact: Mike Nerland, miken@elitebusinesssystems.com, 605 332-7248

Flipgrid is where your students go to share ideas and learn together. It’s where students amplify and feel amplified. Its video the way students use video. Short. Authentic. And fun! That’s why it’s the leading video discussion platform used by tens of millions of PreK to PhD educators, students, and families in 150 countries. Contact: Travis Lape - travis.lape@k12.sd.us, 605 360-5529

Fortinet delivers the highest performing network security platform and wireless architecture to simplify your IT infrastructure. From the core to the edge to the classroom, Fortinet solutions provide security, speed and an outstanding student experience. To facilitate BYOD, Fortinet accelerates network speeds with the world’s fastest UTM firewall solutions. Contact: Christie Brusilow - cbrusilow@fortinet.com, 214 232-1117

Foster One of South Dakota Contact: Corey Fischer - corey.fischer@state.sd.us, 605 367-5444

FrontRow offers you complete, integrated platforms for school communication so you can deliver great education in a more efficient way using classroom audio, content capture, network paging, and AV control. FrontRow solutions make it easier to build, manage, and use the most engaging, media-rich teaching environment. Contact: Kris Hutchins - khut@gofrontrow.com, 707-658-4885

Fujitsu, is a leading solutions provider for schools, colleges and universities. Delivering integrated technology and service offerings ranging from managed services and systems integration to data center technologies, Fujitsu helps educational institutions enhance the academic experience and improve student achievement. Contact: Mark Robbins - mark.robbins@us.fujitsu.com, 605-868-6275

Golden West Technologies first picked up a telephone on behalf of a customer in 1985. Since then, we have grown into a full service call center, virtual ISP support provider and technology solutions integrator, serving businesses across the nation. Our small town, cooperative roots have shown us the value of not only providing great service, but of also building relationships. We look forward to working with you. Contact: Eric Eisenbraun - ericeisenbraun@goldenwest.com, 605-719-3639

Gravana's mission is to empower students to become clear and confident communicators by providing 6-12 grammar instruction resources and professional development for English educators. Gravana is a grammar curriculum that improves students’ ability to communicate through in-person and online lessons. Using the online learning portal, students master grammar principles by applying them through practices, quizzes, and writing prompts. Gravana's online system allows for students to work at their own pace or as assigned by teachers.  Contact: Kelly Andrews - kelly@gravana.org, 515-343-6938

Hewlett Packard Incorporated - As a world-leading information technology company, HP applies new thinking and ideas to create more simple, valuable, and trusted experiences with technology. Our focus is to continuously improve the way our customers live and work through products and services. With HP you get stunning technologies, our full circle of HP Total Care Services, a global ecosystem of Partners, and complete confidence that HP is behind you each and every step of the way. Contact: Ruth Ulness - ruth.ulness@hp.com, 701-425-3906

High Plains Technology offers eRate services and equipment, Brocade switches and Ruckus wireless, Lenovo Intel and Lenovo Chromebooks, Lenovo Servers and Storage, Cisco, LanSchool, HP Printers, Epson Projectors, DaLite White Boards, VMWare, Microsoft Licensing, Eaton Power Solutions, and Engineering Services. Call for a visit today! Contact: Nola Redmond - nredmond@hplains.com, 605-782-2182

At Horace Mann, we want to help educators and all school employees achieve financial success at every stage of their lives.  We also understand the importance of staying within a budget.  With strategies to reduce student loan debt, ways to secure classroom funding without using their own money and insurance program reviews to find savings, we work with educators to maximize hard-earned dollars and help develop a path to a successful financial future.  Contact: Bill Hoffman - William.Hoffman@horacemann.com, 605-371-2611

Infinite Campus - The most trusted name in student information. Serving 7.7 million students across 45 states. Contact: Scott Sinclair - scott.sinclair@infinitecampus.com, 605-593-2848

Imagine Learning teaches language, literacy, and mathematics to the children of the world through individualized digital curriculum. Imagine Learning's digital products are research-based and meet students at their own level. Every child receives explicit, targeted instruction within an individualized learning path that continually adjusts to their needs. Contact: Jake Seely - jake.seely@imgainelearning.com, 612-859-9991

IPEVO Inc - We specialize in classroom technology, including document cameras and interactive whiteboard systems. Our products are simple, powerful, and affordable. Contact: Alex Yang - alexyang@ipevo.com, 408-490-3085

Lexia Learning is committed to helping all students become proficient readers and confident learners. Lexia partners with K-12 educators to provide personalized instruction, actionable data, and professional learning to promote student achievement. Contact: Emily Federico, efederico@lexialearning.com, 978-405-6281

Lightspeed Technologies Inc provides audio solutions for today’s active, diverse classrooms. We create instructional solutions like the Flexcat audio system for small group instruction that bring listening and sharing to the forefront. Lightspeed products provide equal access to learning for all students. Our solutions give teachers access to hard-to-get yet critical insights into the moment-by-moment learning that is taking place in their classrooms. Contact: Ken Engstrom - ken.engstrom@lightspeed-tek.com, 800-732-8999

LuLaRoe is known for being Simply Comfortable, and it is just that! I will be your consultant for everything from dresses to skirts, shirts to cover ups, and of course the all-time famous leggings! I carry sizes 2XS-3XL, and have all sorts of colors and prints for your unique style. Life is too short to wear boring uncomfortable clothes! Contact: Rachel Adams, lularoeracheladams@gmail.com, 712 389-8955  

Mackin has provided library and classroom materials for grades PK-12 for more than 34 years. Working with over 18,000 publishers and a database of nearly 3 million printed titles and more than 1.9 million digital titles, Mackin supplies print books, eBooks, online educational databases, audiobooks, video resources, makerspace materials and more, along with custom collection analysis services and our FREE digital content management system, MackinVIA. Contact: Ashley Haller - conferences@mackin.com, 952-895-9540

Marco - is a leading technology services company that specializes in business IT services, cloud services, managed services, telecom carrier services, copiers/printers, phone systems, document management and audio/video systems. Marco serves over 28,000 customers throughout the Midwest and nationally with offices in IL, IA, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD and WI. Contact: Judy Weller - judy.weller@marconet.com, 507-951-2771

Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports and sells computer software, consumer electronics and personal computers and services. Contact: Emil Nisanov - emnisa@microsoft.com, 425-538-6001

Mid West 3D Solutions, LLC - We provide the latest technology and curriculum for STEM, PLTW, Career Pathways education.  We specialize in 3D Printers by Stratasys, Automation & Robotics, CNC Equipment, Laser Engravers, Plasma Cutters, & Mechatronics. We represent Stratasys, Festo, Intelitek, Depco, Lone Star Cutting Solutions, Iconic CNC, Emco Automation, Forest Scientific, Universal Lasers, Artec 3D. Contact: Larry Lucas - llucas@mw3ds.com, 888-509-0690

Mitchell Technical Institute offers 30 programs on the newest campus in South Dakota.  MTI Overview: 99% job placement rate for MTI graduates Ranked in the top 150 of America’s two-year colleges by the Aspen Institute for the third year in a row 30 on-campus academic programs and 6 online programs. More than 89% of MTI students receive financial aid. Founded in 1968. Military friendly school since 2010 Regionally unique programs. Contact: Clayton Deuter - clayton.deuter@mitchelltech.edu, 605-995-7132

Moss supplies educational and industrial training solutions, specializing in hands-on, cost effective solutions for STEM, math, science, 3D printing, Career and Technical Education, and more. We also offer education environments (furniture solutions) and interactive technology solutions. We understand that each district is unique, and customize solutions based on district goals. Contact: Tracy Doherty - Tracy@mossent.com, 800-822-4048

National Park Service, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is one of over 413 separate units of the National Park Service. Mount Rushmore staff will be helping conference attendees learn about the variety of educational, inspirational and engaging activities for children of all ages provided by Park Rangers every year. Contact: Blaine Kortemeyer - Blaine_Kortemeyer@nps.gov, 605-574-3170

NSU Center for Statewide E-Learning has proudly served SD high school students and schools by providing tuition-free courses since 2001. NSU E-Learning Offers DDN, online and blended delivery courses in 37 subjects, including nine AP courses. Contact: Mary Cundy - mary.cundy@northern.edu, 605-626-3387

Renaissance Learning creates assessment and practice solutions that put learning analytics to work for educators, saving hours of prep time while making truly personalized learning possible. More than 1/3 of all schools nationwide use our solutions to analyze students’ abilities and guide high-quality instruction. We help teachers teach better, students learn better, and school administrators lead better—all to improve academic outcomes. Contact: Heather Miller - heather.miller@renaissance.com, 402-290-4379

Riverside Technologies Inc. is a company providing and offering technology solutions to Schools and Organizations throughout South Dakota and Nationwide. We look forward to working with you and learning more about your organization. Contact: Jamie Fry - jfry@1rti.com, 866-804-4388

RL Real Estate Group serves clients in aiding them to buy/sell/invest in real estate!  We make the real estate process understandable, easy and stress free!  Visit our booth to get more information about buying and selling a home and also information about lending and different grants that are available.  Contact: Tracie Storo - tracie@rlrealestategroup.com, 605-216-0052

Ruckus Wireless / Brocade Communications, now part of Brocade, delivers simply better wireless for approximately 70,000 enterprise, service provider, government and small business customers worldwide. The company is focused on technology innovation, partner ecosystems and customer service—yielding the best possible wireless experience for the most challenging indoor and outdoor environments. Contact: Jiten Gori - jgori@brocade.com - 612-804-4197

SDN is the Northern Plains premier business-to-business broadband provider and cybersecurity leader. The Sioux Falls, SD based company’s 30,000-mile fiber optic network reaches into eight states. Businesses with multiple locations, such as hospitals, banks, schools and government agencies, use SDN for Wide Area Networking, internet, and managed services – routers, firewalls, and Distributed Denial of Service Protection. SDN’s network is made up of its 17 owner companies – South Dakota’s independent telephone companies. Contact: Nikki Gronli, nikki.gronli@sdncommunications.com, 605 978-1085

SDEA is South Dakota’s largest education professionals’ organization, representing more than 6,000 elementary and secondary teachers, higher education faculty, education support professionals, retired educators and students preparing to become teachers. SDEA offers many professional development opportunities on various topics including classroom management, student learning objectives, and new technologies for the classroom.  Contact: Sandra Waltman, sandra.waltman@sdea.org, 605-224-9263

South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions’ mission is “To provide solutions which will assist all of South Dakota manufacturers to prosper and grow”. We support industry and business in the workplace—whether that's in the office, on the factory floor, at a hospital, in a bank, or on the job site. With our manufacturing experts and network of industry resources, we provide the change that makes the significant difference between surviving and thriving. Contact: Sara Byre, sara.byre@usd.edu, 605-366-5732

South Dakota State Library supports librarians and libraries as they navigate 21st century transitions, finding new ways to deliver content, services and programming to patrons, teachers and students who are used to fast delivery on multiple devices. The SDSL’s mission is Leadership, Innovation and Excellence. Contact: Alissa Adams - alissa.adams@state.sd.us, 605-295-3152

State of SD -  BIT, DDN Video  Contact: Jay Etzkorn - jay.etzkorn@state.sd.us, 605-773-6058

Steelcase Education is focused on helping schools, colleges and universities create the most effective, rewarding and inspiring active learning environments to meet the evolving needs of students and educators.  Using an insight-led approach, we design solutions for the many spaces learning happens, from classrooms and libraries to in-between spaces and cafes. We have a passion for understanding how learning best takes place and how smarter, active learning spaces can help.Contact: Carissa Alley - carissaalley@westernstationers.com, 605-342-3310

Sterling Computers is a value-added reseller focused on supplying hardware, software, and technology services for education agencies. We assist our customers with the design, procurement, distribution, installation, and support of their most complex technology needs. Our dedicated sales team and highly qualified engineering staff have experience delivering the latest technology solutions and advise our customers on best practices within the most demanding, environments.  Contact: Shelby Mayer, shelby.mayer@sterlingcomputers.com, 605-242-4022

Texthelp  We believe that literacy is every student’s passport to academic, social and professional success. It’s our genuine desire to help students understand, learn and express themselves. We create smart, user-friendly literacy and learning solutions, that provide the support each student needs; through reading, writing, STEM and research. Texthelp software continues to be used daily by millions of students and educators throughout schools, colleges and universities worldwide. Contact: Kyra Harakal, k.harkal@texthelp.com, 888-248-0652

TIE Membership Learn what TIE can do for you! Contact: Lennie Symes - lsymes@tie.net, 605-394-1876

Tierney Brothers is a leading provider of interactive solutions that inspire collaboration and improve performance. Our customers include Fortune 500 companies, government entities, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, houses of worship, and small businesses. Contact: Michael Hyman - events@tierneybrothers.com, 612-331-5500

Time Management Systems allows you to track your time and attendance with a customizable system backed by the best product implementation and support team in the industry. You will get everything you need to track labor regulations, including Affordable Care Act and FMLA, in a system that fits perfectly into your existing computer environment. Contact: Monica Rilling - monicar@tmstime.com, 605-306-5529

Trinity3 Technology is your premium source for personal systems, enterprise products and services to the education marketplace. We provide Recertified and New brand name desktop, mobile, servers, storage and networking hardware. Our veteran staff of professionals is dedicated to providing the best custom solution to our Education customers. We offer industry leading warranties and a portfolio of technology services; with Trinity3, it’s personal. Contact: Jake Meyers - jmeyers@trinity3.com, 651-888-7922

Tynker is a creative computing platform where millions of kids have learned to program and build games, apps and more. Tynker offers self-paced online courses for children to learn coding at home, as well as an engaging programming curriculum for schools. Contact: Venkat Varada, venkat@tynker.com, 312 593-6056

The University of South Dakota School of Education's mission is to prepare and support reflective professionals and leaders by creating, sharing, and applying knowledge. The School of Education has four divisions: Counseling and Psychology, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, and Kinesiology and Sport Management. Through these divisions, the School of Education offers a variety of certification, masters, specialist, and doctoral programs. Contact: Darin Hochstein - darin.hochstein@usd.edu, 605 677-5451

University of Sioux Falls Fredrikson School of Education equips educators with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions requisite to achieve lifelong learning for all students. With an emphasis on servant leadership, the Fredrikson School of Education prepares students for initial certification and P-12 educators for advanced degrees. Additionally, the USF Center for Professional Development fulfills educators’ PD needs. Contact: Dr. Becky Thurman - becky.thurman@usiouxfalls.edu, 605-575-2083

VariQuest Visual & Kinesthetic Learning Tools are nationally-recognized education technology solutions that help increase student achievement, improve student engagement, enhance special education programs, and create career pathways. Its customer base includes nearly 40,000 early childhood centers, K-12 schools and post-secondary institutions. With 3D printing, digital die-cutting, laminating, and poster and label printing, coupled with award-winning software, VariQuest strengthens the classroom environment for all types of learners. Contact: Nancy Johnson - nancy_johnson@variquest.com, 763-536-6980

Viewsonic Corporation - Implementing technology-rich learning environments is critical to achieving 21st century learning standards. ViewSonic can help. From connected devices and projection solutions, to VDI for a Google classroom, we make it easy to connect and collaborate with our broad array of future-ready products. Contact: Michelle Grooms - michelle.grooms@viewsonic.com, 970-658-6221

zSpace combines elements of AR and VR to create lifelike experiences that inspire curiosity, create engagement, and deepen understanding. Today, hundreds of thousands of students are using zSpace worldwide. This immersive technology enables experiential learning through student-centered activities that supplement and align with existing K12 and CTE curriculum. Contact: Pia Rodil, prodil@zspace.com, 408-498-4122