Emma-Marie Banks
Learning Through Technology Coordinator
Emma leads the Learning Through Technology team, guiding operations, long-term planning, and statewide vision. She ensures Maine schools and educators have the resources, training, and tools needed to prepare students with the skills to be “future-ready.” From identifying the most relevant supports for schools to monitoring emerging technology trends, Emma helps align Maine’s educational technology efforts with both state and national priorities.
Contact Emma for:
- Program information and statewide initiatives
- National insights and perspectives on educational technology
- State-level visioning and planning support
- Pedagogy, instructional design, and effective technology integration
Email: Emma-Marie.Banks@maine.gov
Phone: 207-816-0280
Bethany Billinger
MLTI Project Manager
Bethany is the core of operational support for the Learning Through Technology team, helping Maine schools access the guidance, resources, and programs needed to integrate technology effectively. She coordinates statewide initiatives like MLTI and the device program, organizes key events including the annual student conferences, oversees grants and contracts, and provides support for communications and program tools.
Contact Bethany for:
- Maine Learning Through Technology (MLTI) program information and statewide technology initiatives
- Device program information and support
- Event information, registration, and support, including Student Conference, Maine Winter Classic, and Computer Science Showcase
- Grants, contracts, and opt-in agreements
Email: Bethany.Billinger@maine.gov
Phone: 207-816-0278
Allison Braley
Computer Science Specialist
Allison is the go-to for all things computer science education. From developing resources and curriculum to organizing statewide programs and events, she supports schools, educators, and districts in building high-quality computer science opportunities for all students. She leads initiatives like the Statewide Computer Science Leadership Team, Pine Tree Programming and Dirigo Digital, provides professional learning for teachers, and collaborates with state and national partners to align policy and practice.
Contact Allison for:
- Computer science curriculum guidance, resources, and professional development opportunities
- Information on statewide CS programs, events, and initiatives (Pine Tree Programming, CS Showcase, Dirigo Digital)
- Support for integrating computer science and digital literacy across grade levels and content areas
Email: Allison.Braley@maine.gov
Phone: 207-215-6463
Jim Chasse
Infrastructure Specialist
Jim is the primary contact for cyber infrastructure, cybersecurity, and state and federal resources that strengthen local technology systems. He also serves as a key point of contact for the Student Data Privacy Consortium. From guiding network infrastructure improvements in schools to helping districts enhance their cybersecurity posture, Jim provides statewide leadership and expertise to ensure Maine’s schools are secure, connected, and future-ready.
Contact Jim for:
- Support with school technology infrastructure and connectivity
- Guidance on funding and capacity-building for infrastructure improvements
- Expertise in statewide network, cybersecurity, and technical support
- Assistance with the K–12 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant
- Presentations on cybersecurity, safety, and infrastructure best practices
- Participation in the annual K–12 CyberStorm! tabletop exercise
Email: James.Chasse@maine.gov
Phone: 207-707-0486
Jon Graham
Elementary Technology Specialist
Jon supports all things elementary technology and the Learning Through Technology’s student leadership programming. From helping to facilitate our annual student events to supporting technology integration in the elementary classroom and bringing new opportunities into libraries and media centers, Jon works to help educators connect with the education technology opportunities best suited for them and their students.
Contact Jon for:
- Questions related to elementary level (PK-8) technology integration and use
- Participation in Student Leadership events (MLTI Student Conference, Maine Winter Classic and SLAM)
- Opportunities to present or showcase at our events (MLTI Student Conference, CS Ed Showcase)
Email: Jonathan.M.Graham@maine.gov
Phone: 207-441-0674
Sam Jenkins
Education Data Specialist
Sam is the Learning Through Technology’s go-to data guru. From collecting, organizing, and cleaning data to analyzing and visualizing it, he not only works with data but supports other initiatives on the team as well, like events and contracts.
Contact Sam for:
- Device program information and support.
- Event registration and support for the Student Conference and Maine Winter Classic.
- MLTI Opt-in agreement submissions and questions.
- Updating contacts for mailing lists and general correspondence.
Email: Samuel.Jenkins@maine.gov
Phone: 207-458-9891
Haley Neal
Office Specialist
Haley is the procurement and administrative go-to on the Learning Through Technology team, providing support with grants, contracts, invoicing, vendor coordination, and process guidance to ensure smooth operations.
Contact Haley for:
- Invoicing inquiries and support
- Contract-related questions and support
- Vendor Code or Vendor Portal inquiries and support
Email: Haley.Neal@maine.gov
Phone: 207-707-0485
Jonathan R. Werner, M.S.Ed.
MLTI Ambassador Program Facilitator
Jonathan oversees the MLTI Ambassador program and helps to coordinate the Learning Through Technology team’s professional learning offerings at-large. His work is always motived by his passion for shifting from simply having technology in schools to using educational technology in ways that transform students’ experiences and learning.
Contact Jonathan for:
- Questions related to Digital Citizenship and Digital Leadership
- Inquiries regarding LTT’s Professional Learning offerings and the team’s support for technology integration statewide
- Any explorations of technology use in School Libraries, Makerspaces, and Special Education programming.
Email: Jonathan.Werner@maine.gov
Phone: 207-530-2587