Vendors
SLATE 2024 Vendors
Ahrens Education Group
Ahrens Education Group is a consulting company in Wisconsin who assists districts with print and digital literacy and math resources for schools.
American College of Education
American College of Education® (ACE) is an accredited, online college specializing in high-quality, flexible and affordable programs in education, business, leadership, healthcare and nursing. ACE is committed to delivering programs grounded in evidence-based content and relevant application. Graduates are prepared to serve, lead and achieve personal and professional goals in diverse, evolving communities. Headquartered in Indianapolis, ACE offers more than 60 innovative and engaging doctoral, specialist, master’s and bachelor’s degree programs for adult students, along with graduate-level certificate programs. In addition to being a leader in online education, ACE is a Certified B Corporation and part of a global movement to use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. This socially conscious focus means ACE is dedicated to making a positive impact and inspiring students to do the same.
Anatomage
Anatomage is a medical company, driving innovation through advanced solutions in hospitals and educational institutions. Our digital cadaver table, the Anatomage Table, allows a hands-on approach to learning the human body through unique visualization options, dissection tools, and quiz mode features, making it a strong asset to any anatomy class.
AristotleK12
AristotleK12 is the modern, all-in-one EdTech solution built to take the complexity out of managing student technology. Delivered through a user-friendly interface, AristotleK12 encompasses student-centric filtering, asset utilization and reporting, student behavior analytics, and classroom management. Compatible with a variety of device types, as well as integrations with Google, Active Directory, and many student information systems, AristotleK12 provides the convenience and flexibility needed when managing student technology. AristotleK12 is made to make life easier.
Audio Enhancement
Audio Enhancement was founded in 1978 on the idea that “learning begins with hearing.” As pioneers of classroom audio technology, Audio Enhancement brings clarity and success to students and teachers. For 45 years, Audio Enhancement has created and delivered research-driven solutions to complex education problems in classrooms around the world.
BAYCOM
BAYCOM is a premier reseller and service provider of wireless voice and data communications and video surveillance solutions for businesses, schools, state and local government, and public safety organizations across the United States. Our mission is to keep communities and workforces secure and connected by providing value-rich technology that drives efficiency and safety. Our highly trained service team focuses on aligning solutions with customer goals while working within the reality of budget constraints.
BenQ Education
BenQ Education’s interactive displays and projectors shape the future of learning. With easy-to-use software and innovative cloud-based features that boost engagement and student performance, BenQ Boards are the only smart boards with certified germ-resistant technology and blue light mitigation and are AWS Qualified. Learn more at www.benqboard.com.
BG Innovations, Inc
BG Innovations is leading supplier of audio visual and instructional technologies. With over 20 years of experience helping educators, BGI is a regional instructional technology expert. We are always eager to help educators match the best technology solution to their need and pride ourselves on outstanding customer support.
Bluum
Bluum is an K-12 educational technology company focused on solutions for classroom and school building needs. Our goal is to assist in create better outcomes, a safe environment and ability to plan for the future. We provide hardware, software, physical security, network solutions and support and guidance for school districts.
Capstone / Maris Education
Capstone is the home of PebbleGo and award-winning content for Grades K-8. Capstone publishes and creates high-interest Print books, Interactive eBooks, and our popular content hub PebbleGo. We support teaching and learning with amazing content that engages students, inspires teachers, and connects families and communities. Learning is for Everyone!
Carroll University
Private University located in Waukesha, WI with graduate programs in education.
CDW Education
When reimagining your new classroom design and choosing the tech tools to populate it, you’ll need to consider your goal. Whether you’re creating a space that supports individual study, large group work or putting together makerspaces for STEM students, the possible classroom layouts and technology configurations are endless. Whatever you’re trying to achieve, CDW•G can make IT happen.
CESA Purchasing
Wisconsin K-12 Purchasing Cooperative
Class Solver
Class Solver is a revolutionary system that helps school teams create their best class lists in a fraction of the time. It seamlessly adapts to your school’s approach for placing students into classes as they move from grade to grade. Schools use customized characteristics to balance their classes and can pair or separate students as needed. Class Solver will also make sure that each student has a friend in their class. Class Solver helps schools: • save countless hours creating lists • reduce stress and parent complaints • improve student well-being.
ClassLink
ClassLink is a global education provider of identity, access and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on, streamline class rostering, automate account provisioning, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 22 million students and staff in over 2,800 school systems. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
Clear Touch
Unleash Learning Potential with Clear Touch, Clear Digital, and NUITEQ. Experience revolutionary education. Clear Touch’s displays, Clear Digital’s signage, and NUITEQ’s software redefine interactivity. Reshape engagement and collaboration. Elevate education together.
CMS4Schools
CMS4Schools makes school communication simple. Market to, connect with, and engage your community with effective website, app and messaging modules. Powerful, integrated tools allow you to create content once and publish to multiple channels, streamline your brand and messaging, simplify your communication process, and provide a better experience for your families, students, staff, and broader school community.
Converge Technology Solutions
Converge Technology Solutions is a services-led, software-enabled, IT & Cloud Solutions provider focused on delivering industry-leading solutions. Converge’s global approach delivers advanced analytics, application modernization, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and digital workplace offerings to clients across various industries. Converge supports these solutions with advisory, implementation, and managed services expertise across all major IT vendors in the marketplace. This multi-faceted approach enables Converge to address the unique business and technology requirements for all clients in the public and private sectors. Our goal is to provide a trusted partner that brings together world-class solutions and services to help reduce costs, increase efficiency, and create competitive advantages
Core BTS
Core BTS is a digital transformation consulting firm that helps businesses leverage technology to achieve their goals. Core BTS specializes in application modernization, cloud deployment and optimization, digital productivity, change management, networking, data analytics, and security solutions. Core BTS works with both commercial and public-sector clients to deliver integrated solutions that connect people, processes, and technology to drive business outcomes
Curriculum Associates
Founded in 1969, Curriculum Associates, LLC designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company’s products and outstanding customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary for teaching diverse student populations and fostering learning for all students. Learn more at www.curriculumassociates.com.
Edlastics
Edlastics (formerly Rebentify) provides a suite of innovative educational tools designed to streamline school operations and enhance student success. Our flagship products currently include two offerings. The first is ElasticPass, our newest product, a digital hall pass system that maximizes classroom time and reduces disruptions. Our second and oldest product is ElasticClass, an intelligent RTI scheduling platform that personalizes academic interventions. Edlastics empowers schools to optimize their daily workflows, boost student engagement, and provide educators with data-driven insights to elevate the learning experience.
FIRST Wisconsin Robotics
**Unlock the Future with FIRST Wisconsin** Imagine your students not just learning STEM but living it—building robots, solving real-world challenges, and developing the skills that will shape their futures. At FIRST Wisconsin, we turn curiosity into action, making STEM an exciting journey that seamlessly integrates into your classroom or after-school programs, all while fostering industry partnerships. Our impact is undeniable: **87% of participants show increased interest in school**, and after graduation, **80% of alumni choose STEM majors**. Even more inspiring, a **recent longitudinal study shows that women who participate in FIRST are over twice as likely to pursue a STEM career compared to their peers**—continuing to break barriers and lead the way in these fields. Visit our booth at SLATE to discover how we can help your students thrive. Let’s ignite the spark that leads to the next big idea—right in your classroom!
Gale
Helping Libraries Build Connections and Strengthen Learning Communities Gale, part of Cengage Group, partners with librarians and educators around the world to connect learners to essential content through user-friendly technology that enhances experiences and improves learning outcomes. For more than 65 years, Gale has collaborated with academic institutions, schools, and public libraries around the world to empower the discovery of knowledge and insights that push the boundaries of traditional research and advance learners in all areas of life. We have a long history of providing students, educators, and libraries with authoritative content and honor our role as a trusted publisher and aggregator of information. Our team is proud to help libraries deliver essential content to a diverse community of learners.
Geskus Photography
School Photography
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university based in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona committed to delivering an affordable and transformative higher education. Find your purpose at gcu.edu
Heartland Business Systems
HBS is a premier provider of customized technology solutions, cybersecurity, and IT services. Through end-to-end technology, cybersecurity, and managed services solutions, HBS empowers organizations of all sizes, in diverse industries, to realize the full potential of their people, processes and technology. Backed by a team of highly skilled experts and relationships with leading technology manufacturers, HBS helps organizations drive growth, inspire innovation, and strengthen security.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
HMH is an adaptive learning company that helps educators create growth for every student. Our integrated curriculum, assessment and professional learning solutions use data to paint a full picture of every learner and recommend how to best support their needs. By partnering with educators, we create lasting momentum so that all students can reach their full potential. HMH serves more than 50 million students and 4 million educators in 150 countries. For more information, visit www.hmhco.com.
Horace Mann Companies
Founded in 1945, Horace Mann Insurance Companies offer auto, home, life and voluntary insurance, along with retirement strategies and financial wellness education for educators. We understand the educational community and are committed to providing practical solutions to help address the challenges members face every day.
Howard Technology Solutions
Howard Technology Solutions brings to market cutting-edge technology—high quality, reliable, and affordable. From our own Howard manufactured products, such as desktops, notebooks, servers, kiosks, and medical carts to partner products from other leading technology innovators, such as Lenovo, HP, and Microsoft, you can be sure when you buy from Howard that you are getting the most for your technology dollars.
Imagine Learning
Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions fueled by insights from educators. We work alongside educators to support 15 million students, in over half of the districts nationwide, with school services and core, courseware, and supplemental solutions. Imagine Learning. Empower potential.
Incident IQ
Incident IQ is the workflow management platform built exclusively for K-12 schools, featuring asset management, help ticketing, facilities maintenance solutions, and more. Millions of students and teachers in districts across 50 states rely on the Incident IQ platform to manage and deliver mission-critical services. Incident IQ is based in Atlanta.
Instructure
Powering the World’s Smartest Classrooms. The Instructure Learning Platform makes learning more personal and student success more equitable by delivering the solutions you need to support, enrich, and connect every aspect of teaching and learning. The Instructure Learning Platform includes: Canvas by Instructure: providing a robust foundation for teaching and learning—both in and out of the classroom—for all students, while seamlessly integrating with other learning tools. Mastery by Instructure: bringing together the assessment tools and quality content educators need to implement a successful assessment program that drives learning forward. Elevate by Instructure: improving the use of data and technology to help solve district challenges and give educators the information they need to make impactful decisions. Impact by Instructure: helping teachers and students adopt educational technology to promote deeper engagement with learning. LearnPlatform by Instructure: enabling education agencies to improve student outcomes by building a safe, equitable, and effective edtech ecosystem based on evidence. Learn more at https://www.instructure.com/k-12.
ITsavvy
ITsavvy is an industry-leading IT infrastructure solutions provider with comprehensive value added resell capabilities. ITsavvy is focused on four solution pillars: cloud & hosting, network & security, collaboration, and the hybrid workforce/anywhere learning. ITsavvy is the ideal partner for clients in the enterprise, commercial, SMB, government, K-12, and higher education sectors. Founded in 2004 in suburban Chicago, ITsavvy boasts a nationwide team of over 500 trusted advisors and advocates serving more than 4,500 clients. ITsavvy provides frictionless client experiences through the deployment of holistic solutions that deliver client business outcomes. ITsavvy is headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with additional offices in Chicago and Deerfield, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Hauppauge, NY; Beavercreek, OH; Brentwood, TN; Madison and Milwaukee, WI.
IXL Learning
Used in 95 of the top 100 districts, IXL is an all-inclusive teaching and learning platform with thousands of K-12 curriculum and instructional resources, actionable analytics, and state-of the-art assessments. In addition to boosting academic success, IXL uncovers hidden obstacles to learning and develops students’ intrinsic motivation to learn.
jmc
Student Management Software Company
Lakeland Care +
Lakeland Care Plus provides individuals, groups, and business with coaching, training and technology needs.
Lexia
Working hand in hand with administrators and educators, we help create equitable learning opportunities through the effective implementation of the science of reading.
Lifetouch
School Photography and Yearbooks
Lightspeed Technologies
Lightspeed, a 100% employee-owned company, is on a mission to help every student hear every word. We strengthen the connection between teachers and students by creating instructional audio solutions that empower safe and effective learning environments.
LIUNA Wisconsin Laborers
The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council is an affiliation of five Laborer local unions, representing nearly 9,000 construction craft laborers across Wisconsin, and we are part of the over 500,000 members of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA). The Laborers are the most diverse trade in the construction industry servicing employers in transportation infrastructure, building, sewer and water, utility distribution, demolition, asbestos removal, and related sectors.
Mackin
For over 40 years, Mackin has provided PK-12 libraries and classrooms with access to over 4.2 million print and digital titles. The 23-time, multi-award-winning digital content management system, MackinVIA, along with divisions Mackin Classroom, MackinMaker, Mackin Learning, and the brand-new, whole-school resource management system, MackinVision, help to create a truly unique and robust educational resource company that schools and educators have relied on year after year. For more information, visit Mackin.com.
Magic School
At MagicSchool, we believe teachers are irreplaceable so weʼve designed our tools with the realities of teaching in mind. There are some things teachers donʼt need technology to help with — which is why weʼve focused on creating AI tools to streamline tedious tasks only teachers might recognize. Led by founder Adeel Khan, a former teacher, founding principal of the top-performing public high school in Denver, and school systems leader with a passion for technology. Adeel developed MagicSchool AI with a mission to bring an AI assistant to every teacher in the world and help tackle the crisis of teacher burnout and bring responsible AI to students to prepare them for the future. MagicSchool AI is the leading AI platform in education and with over 3.5 million educators signed up in a year, the fastest growing technology platform for schools ever.
Marquette University
Marquette University has been educating people to be leaders in their professional lives, their communities and in society for more than 130 years. Marquette University’s Graduate School offers more than 70 different master’s and doctoral degrees and several certificate and post-master’s programs. For a complete listing of program offerings or for additional information, including admission criteria, check us out online at www.marquette.edu/grad. Marquette’s graduate faculty scholars are at the tops of their fields and respected for funded research in areas ranging from education to the sciences.
myImpact by CESA 8
At myImpact, we believe that studying the impact of learning environments and classroom practices on student engagement and academic progress is essential for fostering continuous improvement in education. Our mission is to provide educators, administrators, and researchers with a powerful tool that simplifies observation data recording, reduces the burden of statistical calculations, and generates reports for meaningful analysis.
Neptune Navigate
Neptune Navigate is a comprehensive, turnkey Digital Citizenship curriculum customized for both students and staff — and we also provide resources designed to engage parents of your students. Each of our comprehensive Digital Citizenship lessons are available entirely online and designed to take 20 minutes or less to complete.
NextPath Education
At NextPath, we are committed to helping schools collect, organize and use data in a meaningful way. By utilizing questionnaires, alongside other data your school already has, we identify and summarize key insights to make sure educators can make timely decisions about the needs of their students. We have experience in implementing multi-tiered systems of support within a continuous improvement, problem-solving model as well as building education technology solutions. We are currently partnering with school districts to ensure that what we’re building hits the mark so that the tool is widely adopted and loved by educators.
ParentSquare
ParentSquare is the leading provider of digital family and community engagement solutions for K-12 institutions, serving over 20 million students across all 50 states. Districts rely on ParentSquare’s unified platform for mass notifications, classroom communications, school websites, translation in 130+ languages, and other everyday parent interactions. Seamless integrations with existing school information systems (SIS) easily connects schools with families to advance communication equity and impact student success. Founded in 2011, ParentSquare has experienced over 500% growth in the last three years. Explore how they are shaping the future of school-to-home communications at parentsquare.com.
PBS Wisconsin Education
PBS Wisconsin Education creates and curates free-to-use, standards-aligned, Wisconsin-focused educational media for grades PreK-12. From videos to games to practical professional learning events, PBS Wisconsin Education serves adults and learners in classrooms, libraries, virtual environments, and neighborhoods. PBS Wisconsin is one of more than 330 PBS member stations – a public service touted as America’s largest classroom.
PowerGistics
PowerGistics builds vertical storage and charging stations for educators who want multiple laptops, Chromebooks, or tablets always charged and ready to use when they need them. Unlike cart manufacturers, our patented designed Towers solve the issues of tangled cords, take up less floor space, and allow teachers to see when devices have been returned and are charging with the open concept door. Our US-made Towers have a platform design that can be mobile, free-standing, or wall-mounted. When students manage the devices, we create over two weeks of classroom time per year.
Quizizz
Quizizz is an instructional suite where teachers create and deliver bell-to-bell curriculum resources that meet the needs of every student. With Quizizz teachers can plan engaging yet rigorous lessons, assignments, or tests in a matter of minutes for any grade level or subject.
Renaissance
K-12 Educational Software Solutions & Learning Analytics
Rex K-12
Everything districts need to offer Computer Science, AI and Cybersecurity courses with or without a Computer Science teacher. We even offer profit share options that can put money back in school’s pockets!
Ripon College
Private Liberal Arts College in the city of Ripon, WI
Savvas Learning Company
At Savvas, we believe learning should inspire. Our next-generation K-12 learning solutions, developed by leading authors and educators, span every grade level and discipline, from evidence-based, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the art assessment tools and the industry’s most well-rounded portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions — all designed to meet the needs of every learner
School AI
AI-powered solution that empowers, teachers, administrators, and students in various ways.
Securly
The leading student safety and mental health company
Skyward, Inc.
Skyward is a school administration software company serving over 2,000 K-12 school districts around the world.
SmartPass
Trusted by over 2,500 K–12 schools nationwide, SmartPass is a digital hall pass + student accountability solution that replaces traditional hall passes to foster better student outcomes. SmartPass minimizes classroom disruptions, maximizes instructional time, and makes student management easier and less stressful.
Strawbridge Studios, Inc.
Strawbridge Studios is a 4th generation family owned and operated school picture and yearbook company.
Technology Plus
Technology Plus, LLC is a Value-Added IT Solution Provider, we sell Computer Hardware, Software, and Services. We look to support our clients throughout the Life-Cycle of every product and service we offer. We understand there is a cost to maintain and track every asset within your environment, that’s why we bring an old-school approach to doing business. Our mission is to understand your needs, pain-points, and goals. We take a vendor agnostic approach to provide recommendations based on the latest and greatest technologies while staying within your budget. We pride ourselves on being unique, flexible, and think outside of the box to deliver a solution that is specifically tailored to your needs. We have developed strategic partnerships and can ship from over 100 Warehouses across the US. Our industry is constantly changing, we must stay ahead of the curve and educate our clients on new and exciting technologies. Our clients are passionate about what they do, they want to make sure they are leveraging the best overall solution to help them streamline their current processes and procedures to maximize their end user experience. We’ve built our service offerings at the request of our clients needs and requests. Leverage our team of certified sales, technical engineers, and sourcing specialist.
T-Mobile
Connecting students and educators where learning happens. Discover how we’re helping transform K-12 learning experiences with innovative connectivity solutions. Visit T-Mobile.com/K12 to learn more.
Trafera
Now more than ever, technology is critical to helping students succeed. Trafera partners with you to provide the technology and support to help you achieve your education goals and inspire your students to excellence. Right Technology. Right Support. Bright Future.
Twotrees Technologies
Twotrees Technologies is one of the mid/southwest’s leading providers of full-service IT solutions to the enterprise market. We’re known for our personalized service and commitment to excellence. Our core competencies include managed services, network design and management, cloud services, cybersecurity, and specialized purchasing contracts. Three things set us apart: 1. Delivering Relevant & Proven Technologies: Twotrees makes technology relevant and actionable. We deliver proven and relatable IT solutions that empower small to mid-sized businesses to focus on their core business objectives. 2. Standing Behind Our Solutions … Completely: We stand behind our services – staying until the job is done and done right. And we back every solution with a long-term commitment to our customers, partners, and communities, built on dedication, continuous care, and a quality customer experience. 3. And, Last but not Least, our Commitment to the Communities in Which We Live and Work: Twotrees excels in providing the tools and technologies needed to help students, teachers, businesses, and communities thrive. We cross-pollinate the entrepreneurial spirit and drive of the enterprise sector, the aspirations of public service, and the education sector’s focus on learning and growth. Through this philosophy we foster vibrant schools, businesses, and communities.
UW-Madison
Higher Education
VariQuest
Visual and kinesthetic tools to engage every learner
Veregy
Veregy is an award-winning portfolio of energy service companies creating pathways to eco-friendly facility optimization.
Viterbo University
University with a variety of Educational Licenses and Degrees
VT Services
VT Services, Inc in Wheeling, Illinois, uses cutting-edge component level repair technology to fix any defect on your computer. With more than 20 years of industry experience, we have the unique skill to inexpensively repair damaged and defective main boards for all types of Windows, Apple and Chromebook devices. We understand no repair process is the same and e-Learning has brought on new challenges school districts have never experienced before. We specialize in creating personalized programs that will add value to your repair process, not replace it. Whether you have an internal repair team or use the OEM warranty, we are here to cover any exclusions or component-level repairs. Our flat rate pricing helps encompass all common issues to give you a peace of mind when you send your devices in for service. Whether it’s one device or a whole fleet, we can help. The best part is we keep you updated every step of the way!
WEA Member Benefits
WEA Member Benefits has been providing retirement savings and investment programs, financial planning services, as well as auto, home, life, long-term care insurance to Wisconsin public school employees and their families for over 50 years. We also provide financial education and employee benefit solutions to help districts recruit and retain staff.
WiLS
WiLS is a nonprofit membership organization serving more than 600 libraries and cultural organizations in Wisconsin and beyond. WiLS saves members time and money by facilitating collaborative projects and delivering customized services.
WISEdash Local
Data Dashboards for Student Learning