Thought Leader Session: Leadership in the Midst of Chaos

Eddie Coulson, Partner, N2 Learning
Roz Keck, Partner, N2 Learning
Danny Modisette, Partner, N2 Learning
Robert Evans, Psychologist, Rob Evans Consulting

During these uncertain times, what leadership skills are most needed? When it’s impossible to be clear because of constant changing conditions, how do you provide clarity? When is the right time to be empathetic? These questions (and more) will be addressed in a discussion with Dr. Robert Evans. Gain concrete ideas about leadership in times of crisis.

WIN Mondays: What I Need Mondays

Jaylynn Cauthen, Superintendent, Rio Vista ISD
Jeanne Cobb, Assistant Superintendent, Rio Vista ISD
Cassie Lloyd, Director, Early Literacy Center, Rio Vista ISD
Michael Zook, Principal, Rio Vista ISD
Charles Mims, Principal, Rio Vista ISD
Michele Drake, Principal, Rio Vista ISD

On Mondays, students who require remediation due to COVID gaps are asked to come to school face-to-face, while other students have the option of completing school remotely that day. Learn how Rio Vista ISD restructured their school day to significantly reduce student class size, allocate time for teacher professional learning and planning, and create opportunities for heightened cleaning.

Prioritizing SEL & Supportive Relationships During the Pandemic

Juany Valdespino-Gaytan, Executive Director, Social and Emotional Learning, Dallas ISD
Sarah Gertner, Outreach Director, Panorama Education

Join this session to hear how Dallas ISD is elevating student voice during the pandemic to focus on social and emotional growth, with an emphasis on making sure each student feels supported by educators this school year.

Building School Around Students: 4 Districts Reimagine School During the Pandemic

Terrie McNabb, Deputy Superintendent, Aubrey ISD
Jami Ivey, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction & Accountability, Athens ISD
Tiffany Whitsel, Executive Director, Secondary Education, Waco ISD
Sarah Goolsby, Executive Director of Secondary Education, Willis ISD

Beck Simon-Burton, Regional Vice President, Edmentum

Join Athens, Aubrey, Waco, and Willis ISDs as they discuss their innovative approaches to education during the pandemic. What lessons did they learn? What adjustments did they make? How are they preparing for the lasting impacts that COVID-19 will have on K-12 public education? Learn about innovations they are considering for after the pandemic.

Supporting Principals Through COVID Cases: Tools, Processes, and Procedures

Linda Ellis, Superintendent, Grand Prairie ISD
Michelle Brinkman, Director of Special Programs, Grand Prairie ISD

Explore the system Grand Prairie ISD implemented in response to the COVID pandemic, and receive the tools the district developed to guide principals through the important work of contact tracing and notifying families.