Laurie Varriale is the Technology Integration Specialist at the Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School on Long Island. In this role, she supports staff and students throughout the building in enhancing the core curriculum with technology. Additionally, Laurie instructs several technology-based courses for in-service credit, providing professional development for educators across Long Island. Laurie developed a Technology Club for fifth grade students to gain in-depth experience with video editing and computer programming. Laurie also presents projects and workshops at annual technology conferences.