Brian Graham
Dr. Brian Graham is in his tenth year as the Superintendent of the Grand Island Central School District, bringing over 38 years of diverse experience in education. Before stepping into his current role, Dr. Graham served as the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services in West Seneca, working closely with a dedicated team of professionals committed to student success. His leadership experience also includes seven years as a middle school principal, three years as an elementary principal, and 16 years as a special education teacher.
Known for his innovative approach, Dr. Graham has led the charge in integrating emerging technologies within his district. Under his leadership, tools such as Khanmigo, ChatGPT, Claude, Notebook LM, ThinkTech, and ZeroEyes have been implemented in efforts to advance student engagement, safety, and academic growth.
In addition to his administrative work, Dr. Graham hosts two education-focused podcasts:
- Achieving Joy and Mastery in Public Schools (with over 15,000 downloads)
- Inspiring Viking Values (highlighting school culture and student success)
As President of the Erie-Niagara School Superintendents Association, Dr. Graham actively collaborates with fellow leaders and educators to improve public education. He is also a national presenter and consultant, specializing in strategic AI adoption, AI-enhanced curriculum mapping, leadership development, and school safety innovation.
Currently, Dr. Graham is consulting and delivering keynote presentations on The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Education. His work focuses on helping school leaders navigate the evolving landscape of AI and implement innovative tools that create inclusive, transformative learning environments for all students.
