SPECIALIZED TRAINING AND CONFERENCES
Ron Clark Academy- Atlanta, Georgia
My NCLA family was blessed with the oppurtunity to spend two full days emerged in the culture of the Ron Clark Academy. While there we were give the inside view of the policies, procedures, and most importantly the people who serve as the backbone to one of the nations most successful schools. Ron and his staff gave us insight in to how the reach a student body that is diverse across all educational demographics. Not everyone has the natural charisma and overflowing personality of Ron Clark, however any school administrator could leave the academy with an array of concepts to help shift their schools. |
Natural Forum to Advance Rural Education- Columbus, Ohio
In the fall of 2017 our cohort spent three days on the campus of Ohio State. Battelle For Kids sponsored the National Forum to Advance Rural Education. While here we participated with school leaders from all 50 states to discuss the challenges faced by rural educators. Each day breakout sessions were provided to hear success stories and new and exciting ideas of way school leaders can close gaps in the districts they serve. It was impact to hear the positive traction being made around the country in areas of high need, specifically from those who also serve a diverse student body with wide ranging backgrounds and needs.
In the fall of 2017 our cohort spent three days on the campus of Ohio State. Battelle For Kids sponsored the National Forum to Advance Rural Education. While here we participated with school leaders from all 50 states to discuss the challenges faced by rural educators. Each day breakout sessions were provided to hear success stories and new and exciting ideas of way school leaders can close gaps in the districts they serve. It was impact to hear the positive traction being made around the country in areas of high need, specifically from those who also serve a diverse student body with wide ranging backgrounds and needs.
ASCD Conference- Boston, Massachusetts
Spring of 2018 provided the oppurtunity to attend the 75th annual ASCD Conference. As one of the nations largrest gatherings of school and system leaders, the conference presented on a wealth of topics and concepts. While there I thrilled to hear from Jill Biden, Principal Kafele, Manny Scott, and Colin Powell all speak on the importance of educational leadership. There keynote addresses were impactful and inspiring. While there I also attended two sessions lead by Randy Sprick of "Safe and Civil Schools". His prescriptive and proactive approaches to schools discipline are gaining national attention. I brought back resources and information to present to my district and my home schools about possibly adding some of his best practices to plan for improving school culture and discipline.
Spring of 2018 provided the oppurtunity to attend the 75th annual ASCD Conference. As one of the nations largrest gatherings of school and system leaders, the conference presented on a wealth of topics and concepts. While there I thrilled to hear from Jill Biden, Principal Kafele, Manny Scott, and Colin Powell all speak on the importance of educational leadership. There keynote addresses were impactful and inspiring. While there I also attended two sessions lead by Randy Sprick of "Safe and Civil Schools". His prescriptive and proactive approaches to schools discipline are gaining national attention. I brought back resources and information to present to my district and my home schools about possibly adding some of his best practices to plan for improving school culture and discipline.
NCPAPA- Pinehurst, NC
In November of 2017 I had the fortune to attend the NCPAPA Conference. At this venue I was able to gain insight on effective practices around our state over the course of two days. There was also a fantastic chance to network and build connections with successful leaders around the state, expanding my professional network. During the breakout sessions I heard information about; Capture Kids Hearts, improved walkthrough design, and teacher development practices. I also had the opportunity to hear one of my favorite authors, Todd Whitaker, speak on school culture and the role of the principal. Having read most of his works, it was a great opportunity to listen to the man whose works have influenced the type of leader I want to become.
In November of 2017 I had the fortune to attend the NCPAPA Conference. At this venue I was able to gain insight on effective practices around our state over the course of two days. There was also a fantastic chance to network and build connections with successful leaders around the state, expanding my professional network. During the breakout sessions I heard information about; Capture Kids Hearts, improved walkthrough design, and teacher development practices. I also had the opportunity to hear one of my favorite authors, Todd Whitaker, speak on school culture and the role of the principal. Having read most of his works, it was a great opportunity to listen to the man whose works have influenced the type of leader I want to become.
American Enterprise Institute- Washington, DC
Over the course of 3 days in February, 2017, I heard from a number of educational policy makers at the American Enterprise Institute. "Cage Busting Leadership" author Rick Hess lead a wide assortment of experts through panel style question and answer sessions. Each session was geared towards taking a deeper look at the policies and programs that shape our education system in the United States. Rick also took the time to share his expertise in the area of education policy. A major takeaway from the event was an increased awareness of how to make policy work for our schools. We often view policies as the road blocks, when it is much more successful approach to view policies as the floor and not the ceiling. |
Additional Training and Conferences:
Crucial Conversations |
True Colors |
Flipped Classroom |
Little Bites |
BB&T Leadership |
Understanding by Design |
NCASA |
Make It Stick |
No Child Hungry Conference |
Restorative Justice |
Leverage Leadership |
Leadership Gold |