Nicole Howard-Rice speech Nicole Howard-Rice is an education leader, innovator, and advocate for equity in the digital age. With over a decade of experience transforming adult education, she has developed cutting-edge curricula and spearheaded initiatives to bridge educational and technological divides. As a Senior Academic Case Manager for the Palm Beach County School District, Nicole leads efforts that empower diverse learners through inclusive, tech-driven solutions. A doctoral candidate in Educational Leadership at Lynn University, she combines expertise in education with a passion for leveraging technology to enhance human connection. Her work in dual-language programs, digital equity, and state-wide curriculum alignment has earned her recognition as a forward-thinking changemaker. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx