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SUMMARY:Select to confirm participation Day 1
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CATEGORIES:ALL PARTICIPANT SESSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T170500Z
SUMMARY:How to Uncover What the Data Is Really Saying Without Taking It Personally
DESCRIPTION:Survey feedback can provide some of the most valuable insight a leader will ever receive—but only if they are willing to look beyond emotions and focus on patterns\, perceptions\, and possibilities for growth. This interactive session will help participants learn how to analyze survey data objectively while separating personal feelings from professional improvement opportunities. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions designed to strengthen their ability to recognize trends\, prioritize next steps\, and use feedback as a tool for positive change rather than criticism.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T170500Z
SUMMARY:The Courage to Connect: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers for a high-impact\, 15-minute facilitated discussion to immediately apply a communication protocol to a recent difficult conversation. You will exchange ideas\, receive targeted feedback\, and leave with peer-driven strategies to transform your next high-stakes exchange.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T171500Z
SUMMARY:Culture by Design: Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how some schools are always fully staffed? The teachers are always happy and want to be there. Step into a session designed to help create a culture where success is contagious\, every voice matters\, and people feel seen\, valued\, and inspired to give their best. Through fresh ideas\, practical strategies\, and authentic reflection\, you’ll leave with the tools to build an environment where encouragement fuels excellence and belonging drives achievement. If you’re ready to help transform spaces into thriving communities\, this is the session for you.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T171500Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. See how MagicSchool.ai specifically targets Leader burnout with tools designed for teacher observations\, professional development planning\, and IEP drafting support. We will showcase how to generate high-quality feedback and school-wide plans in seconds\, leaving you more time to be present in your hallways and classrooms.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Explore the next level of efficiency by learning to build 'Flows' in Google Workspace Studio that handle repetitive tasks on autopilot. We will demonstrate how to deploy AI agents that summarize incoming data and manage documentation\, followed by a facilitated discussion on scaling these automations across your school or department."
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:Inter-Department Communication: Building Bridges through Better Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever tried to partner with another department to move an initiative forward\, only to feel like you were making no progress because they were putting up roadblocks? Maybe they did not understand your vision\, or were just being difficult to work with? We have all been there\, but there are ways to prevent or improve these types of interactions. In this session\, you will learn techniques to facilitate interdepartmental team-building conversations that build trust and foster collaboration\, leading to progress towards shared goals and initiatives.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:Leading Through it All: What to Say and Do in Real Time (Guest Consultant)
DESCRIPTION:When pressure is high\, leaders often prioritize speed over clarity and tasks over connection. In this interactive\, practice-based session\, you will move beyond theory to rehearse the specific language and responses needed for real-time leadership. Participants will learn to identify their default stress responses and master practical strategies to stay grounded\, communicate with intention\, and maintain staff connection\, even when time is short and the stakes are high.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T165000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:Leading Through Resistance (Guest Consultant)
DESCRIPTION:Resistance is often a natural byproduct of growth and change. In this session\, leaders will learn to identify how resistance manifests in themselves and others\, reframing it not as an obstacle\, but as an unmet need. By connecting this understanding to staff wellness\, we will explore how responding with intention can reduce stress\, build trust\, and foster a supportive culture. Participants will leave with practical strategies to transform difficult moments into opportunities for retention\, ensuring staff feel heard\, empowered\, and motivated to stay.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Man in the Mirror
DESCRIPTION:Ever made a decision about someone’s attitude\, effort\, or intent only to realize later there was more to the story? Man in the Mirror invites leaders to pause\, reflect\, and examine the assumptions and blind spots that can quietly shape workplace culture\, communication\, and trust. Through interactive reflection activities\, real-world scenarios\, and practical leadership tools\, you’ll learn how to replace judgment with curiosity\, build psychological safety\, and strengthen relationships through intentional communication. Walk away ready to immediately use the SBI+I feedback model and reflective strategies that help your team feel seen\, heard\, and safe enough to share the “truth behind the glass.”
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Gemini): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. In this hands-on workshop\, you will dive into Gemini to automate your daily administrative grind—from drafting empathetic stakeholder communications to optimizing your calendar and inbox. Walk away with a personalized 'Prompt Library' and a ready-to-use workflow that turns your Google Workspace into a high-powered digital assistant.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:The Five Chairs: Strategies for Emotional Regulation and Stronger Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:What if you could turn challenging interactions into meaningful opportunities to build trust and strengthen your relationships? This interactive session invites you to dive into The Five Chairs\, a framework designed to help you navigate challenges with composure and confidence. Through video\, small group collaborations\, and role plays\, you will gain the skills to regulate your emotions and maintain productive relationships with others. By the end of this workshop\, you will have a clear strategy for staying centered and effective\, ensuring your communication builds stronger\, more resilient relationships.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T171000Z
DTEND:20260805T172500Z
SUMMARY:How to Uncover What the Data Is Really Saying Without Taking It Personally
DESCRIPTION:Survey feedback can provide some of the most valuable insight a leader will ever receive—but only if they are willing to look beyond emotions and focus on patterns\, perceptions\, and possibilities for growth. This interactive session will help participants learn how to analyze survey data objectively while separating personal feelings from professional improvement opportunities. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions designed to strengthen their ability to recognize trends\, prioritize next steps\, and use feedback as a tool for positive change rather than criticism.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/d14d30b4059236ab5580c407030ee49a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T171000Z
DTEND:20260805T172500Z
SUMMARY:The Courage to Connect: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers for a high-impact\, 15-minute facilitated discussion to immediately apply a communication protocol to a recent difficult conversation. You will exchange ideas\, receive targeted feedback\, and leave with peer-driven strategies to transform your next high-stakes exchange.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T172000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:Culture by Design: Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how some schools are always fully staffed? The teachers are always happy and want to be there. Step into a session designed to help create a culture where success is contagious\, every voice matters\, and people feel seen\, valued\, and inspired to give their best. Through fresh ideas\, practical strategies\, and authentic reflection\, you’ll leave with the tools to build an environment where encouragement fuels excellence and belonging drives achievement. If you’re ready to help transform spaces into thriving communities\, this is the session for you.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/f24399a92b92aee82a8dee34d7ef9a08
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T172000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. See how MagicSchool.ai specifically targets Leader burnout with tools designed for teacher observations\, professional development planning\, and IEP drafting support. We will showcase how to generate high-quality feedback and school-wide plans in seconds\, leaving you more time to be present in your hallways and classrooms.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T172000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Explore the next level of efficiency by learning to build 'Flows' in Google Workspace Studio that handle repetitive tasks on autopilot. We will demonstrate how to deploy AI agents that summarize incoming data and manage documentation\, followed by a facilitated discussion on scaling these automations across your school or department."
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/d6a28282aee1642d413f2df9046328f5
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DTSTART:20260805T173000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:How to Uncover What the Data Is Really Saying Without Taking It Personally
DESCRIPTION:Survey feedback can provide some of the most valuable insight a leader will ever receive—but only if they are willing to look beyond emotions and focus on patterns\, perceptions\, and possibilities for growth. This interactive session will help participants learn how to analyze survey data objectively while separating personal feelings from professional improvement opportunities. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions designed to strengthen their ability to recognize trends\, prioritize next steps\, and use feedback as a tool for positive change rather than criticism.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T173000Z
DTEND:20260805T174500Z
SUMMARY:The Courage to Connect: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Join your peers for a high-impact\, 15-minute facilitated discussion to immediately apply a communication protocol to a recent difficult conversation. You will exchange ideas\, receive targeted feedback\, and leave with peer-driven strategies to transform your next high-stakes exchange.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/c0d88fe9d2d263c3880cda72a7e24510
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T181000Z
SUMMARY:Clear Vision\, Shared Purpose: Making Your Mission Stick
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to turn big ideas into a vision that actually sticks with staff\, students\, and families? In this session\, you’ll sharpen your school’s vision into something clear\, compelling\, and actionable—then map out simple\, intentional steps to make sure everyone not only hears it\, but truly understands it and lives it every day.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T181000Z
SUMMARY:Leading with Purpose Not Panic
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like you live in a fast-paced world where everything you planned doesn’t go as expected? This fast-paced and interactive professional development session helps leaders take control of the chaos of daily responsibilities while learning practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Through real-life leadership scenarios\, reflection activities\, and engaging discussions\, participants will identify common “time traps\,” learn how to focus on their biggest priorities\, and explore simple systems that increase productivity without adding stress\, and how to reflect and adjust. Leaders will leave with realistic tools\, fresh ideas\, and actionable strategies to help them lead with greater purpose\, balance\, and efficiency.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T181000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTEND:20260805T182000Z
SUMMARY:Documenting with Direction: A Guide to Progressive Employee Discipline
DESCRIPTION:Leaders are entrusted with the responsibility of addressing employee behavior through progressive discipline. Designed specifically for all school and central office Leaders\, this session tackles the critical challenge of knowing exactly when to document employee disciplinary action. Participants will examine related school board policies and regulations to ensure they can identify the correct level of employee discipline and complete the necessary documentation accurately. By engaging in interactive discussions based on realistic scenarios\, leaders will learn how to confidently apply progressive discipline to everyday school and office situations. Ultimately\, Leaders will leave the session with a thorough understanding of progressive discipline\, the specific documentation that accompanies each level\, and a copy of the presentation to refer back to immediately.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T182000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Learn how to leverage Khanmigo’s data-driven insights to monitor student progress and support instructional coaching. We will discuss how to use AI-generated analytics to identify learning gaps and personalize student pathways\, ensuring your instructional leadership is backed by real-time evidence.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T182000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Discover how to transform dense district policies\, research papers\, and IEPs into an interactive knowledge base using NotebookLM. You will experience how to 'chat' with your documents to extract instant insights and summaries\, providing you with a rapid synthesis tool for evidence-based decision-making."
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:From Observation to Impact: Leveraging AI to Deliver Aligned\, Actionable Feedback that Drives Instructional Excellence in the Evaluation Process
DESCRIPTION:This professional learning session supports principals and assistant principals in transforming classroom observations into actionable\, evidence-based feedback aligned to school\, district\, and state instructional priorities. Leaders will learn how to leverage a shared instructional vision and AI tools to move beyond surface-level summaries and instead generate clear\, growth-oriented feedback that strengthens instruction. Through hands-on practice\, participants will use observation scenarios to explore how AI can streamline evidence collection\, improve consistency\, and enhance coaching conversations. By the end of the session\, leaders will leave with ready to use AI bots\, structured feedback tools\, and an action plan to immediately improve walkthroughs and evaluation practices.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/9b00698ef15fc72cc13fcd339dd26ed1
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:From Overload to Impact: Smarter Communication for School Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Clear\, consistent communication is one of the strongest drivers of trust\, but more communication doesn’t always mean better communication. In this session\, school leaders will learn how to strategically align message\, audience\, and platform to ensure information is not just sent\, but received and acted upon. Using real-world data and a practical communication planning template\, participants will design a streamlined approach that prioritizes what stakeholders need most\, delivered through the channels they use. Participants will walk away with tools to increase engagement\, strengthen trust\, and reduce information fatigue across their community.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/d9b2c167875e5e11ec68e3ab179dca95
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:Leading Through Resistance (Guest Consultant)
DESCRIPTION:Resistance is often a natural byproduct of growth and change. In this session\, leaders will learn to identify how resistance manifests in themselves and others\, reframing it not as an obstacle\, but as an unmet need. By connecting this understanding to staff wellness\, we will explore how responding with intention can reduce stress\, build trust\, and foster a supportive culture. Participants will leave with practical strategies to transform difficult moments into opportunities for retention\, ensuring staff feel heard\, empowered\, and motivated to stay.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/6d398eb6023ac9cb9615656bb3e690e3
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:Mission Matters: Launching Your School Toward 2026–2027 Success
DESCRIPTION:What is your school about? What messages does your school convey about student growth\, development\, and success? Join the team at SRI to explore the value of developing a cohesive school mission and examine strategies and tips to develop a powerful mission that you can use to blast off to success during the 2026-2027 school year.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:Personal Awareness: Understanding Your True Colors and Those of Your Team
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what makes someone tick? Ever had to ask yourself\, “Why does this bug me?” Come learn about temperament studies and how a personality assessment for your team can lead to greater understanding and efficiency. Using the True Colors spectrum as an example\, participants will learn the importance of understanding how they see themselves\, how others see them\, and how they see others. This understanding will help them organize tasks\, form teams\, and leverage individual strengths.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
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SUMMARY:Strengths & Feedback: Building Better Teams
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like your team has the right people\, but things still aren’t running as efficiently as they could? The missing link is often not skill\, but how leaders recognize and leverage strengths through honest feedback. In this interactive session\, you’ll learn how to identify what your team members do best and use clear\, strengths-based feedback to maximize their impact. Through real-world scenarios\, especially in non-instructional settings\, you’ll practice aligning strengths to roles\, improving communication\, and building a culture where feedback drives results. Walk away with ready-to-use tools and strategies that will immediately strengthen your team’s effectiveness and morale.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/2095e21ecdfa2853708fc327c4d8201d
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T175500Z
DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:With All Do Respect: Addressing Difficult Conversations Through Radical Candor
DESCRIPTION:“With all due respect\, and I mean ALL due respect\,” may have worked for Ricky Bobby\, but not so much for school Leaders. Leading an honest and productive conversation DOESN’T have to be as appealing as drinking a cactus smoothie. Join us as we discuss how to take a difficult conversation and turn it into a productive collaboration built on honesty and candor\, resulting in stronger professional relations\, as well as organizational growth and progress.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Clear Vision\, Shared Purpose: Making Your Mission Stick
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to turn big ideas into a vision that actually sticks with staff\, students\, and families? In this session\, you’ll sharpen your school’s vision into something clear\, compelling\, and actionable—then map out simple\, intentional steps to make sure everyone not only hears it\, but truly understands it and lives it every day.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260805T181500Z
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SUMMARY:Leading with Purpose Not Panic
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like you live in a fast-paced world where everything you planned doesn’t go as expected? This fast-paced and interactive professional development session helps leaders take control of the chaos of daily responsibilities while learning practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Through real-life leadership scenarios\, reflection activities\, and engaging discussions\, participants will identify common “time traps\,” learn how to focus on their biggest priorities\, and explore simple systems that increase productivity without adding stress\, and how to reflect and adjust. Leaders will leave with realistic tools\, fresh ideas\, and actionable strategies to help them lead with greater purpose\, balance\, and efficiency.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/9193833aa49475f2c80cf07965f589da
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T181500Z
DTEND:20260805T183000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4491dadb5c245093dbcd8141402765f4
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T181500Z
DTEND:20260805T183000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/637a53cbc8e4392bb84975318eef3c4d
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SUMMARY:Documenting with Direction: A Guide to Progressive Employee Discipline
DESCRIPTION:Leaders are entrusted with the responsibility of addressing employee behavior through progressive discipline. Designed specifically for all school and central office Leaders\, this session tackles the critical challenge of knowing exactly when to document employee disciplinary action. Participants will examine related school board policies and regulations to ensure they can identify the correct level of employee discipline and complete the necessary documentation accurately. By engaging in interactive discussions based on realistic scenarios\, leaders will learn how to confidently apply progressive discipline to everyday school and office situations. Ultimately\, Leaders will leave the session with a thorough understanding of progressive discipline\, the specific documentation that accompanies each level\, and a copy of the presentation to refer back to immediately.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/de5d1e141e9733d987aa6f67c402dde1
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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DTEND:20260805T185000Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Learn how to leverage Khanmigo’s data-driven insights to monitor student progress and support instructional coaching. We will discuss how to use AI-generated analytics to identify learning gaps and personalize student pathways\, ensuring your instructional leadership is backed by real-time evidence.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/0e41f64a1603f723920e6b2e8e5c831f
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. Discover how to transform dense district policies\, research papers\, and IEPs into an interactive knowledge base using NotebookLM. You will experience how to 'chat' with your documents to extract instant insights and summaries\, providing you with a rapid synthesis tool for evidence-based decision-making."
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T183500Z
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SUMMARY:Clear Vision\, Shared Purpose: Making Your Mission Stick
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to turn big ideas into a vision that actually sticks with staff\, students\, and families? In this session\, you’ll sharpen your school’s vision into something clear\, compelling\, and actionable—then map out simple\, intentional steps to make sure everyone not only hears it\, but truly understands it and lives it every day.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/5a5d8da200139fef6691b1d4c95ef997
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SUMMARY:Leading with Purpose Not Panic
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like you live in a fast-paced world where everything you planned doesn’t go as expected? This fast-paced and interactive professional development session helps leaders take control of the chaos of daily responsibilities while learning practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Through real-life leadership scenarios\, reflection activities\, and engaging discussions\, participants will identify common “time traps\,” learn how to focus on their biggest priorities\, and explore simple systems that increase productivity without adding stress\, and how to reflect and adjust. Leaders will leave with realistic tools\, fresh ideas\, and actionable strategies to help them lead with greater purpose\, balance\, and efficiency.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/02794c15a5fd13285e1f385d782221f7
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/13586e8b22f3cee5df9cc0e45a807238
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
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LOCATION:TBA
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/a5a8df213579ee55528b2573b9957e6e
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/c173f790c42b8af77ea813b9cf976895
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T190000Z
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SUMMARY:Pause before you Post: Navigating leadership and social media
DESCRIPTION:As a school district leader\, there is no such thing as a truly “private” social media account. In today’s hyper-connected world\, educational leaders live in a digital fishbowl where personal or school-level posts can become instant headlines. This session provides quick tips and essentials dos and don’t for leaders navigating the boundaries of social media. You’ll leave being able to check your personal account settings to ensure maximum privacy\, evaluating some unintended pitfalls of posts and how to de-escalate online conflict.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Pulse & Pivot: Leading with Responsiveness and Cultivating Culture
DESCRIPTION:You’ve given all the PDs\, stuffed all the mailboxes\, and seem to have a system for everything. You walk happily through the halls\, but then\, you’re stopped by a staff member to tell you that it’s allllll wrong.... Let’s explore how to keep a pulse on your building proactively and how to recover if you find yourself in a reactive stage. Leaders will leave the session with strategies on how to assess what’s working and how to implement systems that cultivate culture.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T190000Z
DTEND:20260805T192500Z
SUMMARY:The Five W’s of Self-Care: What\, When\, Who\, Where and Why
DESCRIPTION:Although self-care is a popular concept\, it is often misunderstood\, which leads to misconceptions. Self-care entails a holistic approach of mind\, body\, soul\, and spirit. This presentation will provide a working definition and principles of self-care to improve overall functioning.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Eras Tour: Leading Through Generations
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of "lost in translation" fatigue between your veteran administrative staff and your incoming "digital native" coordinators? This high-energy session moves beyond generic stereotypes to give educational leaders the ultimate backstage pass to managing a multigenerational team and staff. During this session\, you will explore the unique values\, communication preferences\, and professional drivers that define each "era" of your staff—from Boomers to Gen Z.\n \n Instead of a one-size-fits-all management approach\, you will leave equipped to orchestrate institutional harmony and protect your school's culture. Leaders will walk away with a ready-to-use communication matrix\, tailored feedback scripts\, and a "Knowledge Transfer" blueprint to immediately bridge the gap between veteran wisdom and modern innovation. Let's turn your team's age diversity into your greatest leadership strength!
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/e33732d50b78e1e9d657e46045b27b52
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Seat at the Table: Building a Culture Where Every Voice Matters
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever been in a meeting where the loudest voices dominate while some of the best minds stay completely silent? Great leaders don’t just create space for their teams\, they build environments where every single voice matters. Inviting people to the table is only half the battle\; the real magic happens when they feel safe enough to speak up. In this interactive workshop\, we will move past surface-level inclusion and explore how to turn quiet compliance into active engagement. Inspired by the transformative work of Feeling Seen by Dr. Jody Carrington\, you will dive into a practical framework designed to elevate psychological safety\, foster deep connection\, and build trust within your team. Through guided partner reflections\, collective brainstorming\, and our hands-on Wonderwall activity\, you will develop one concrete\, actionable leadership commitment. Leave this session ready to champion an environment where people don’t just have a seat at the table\; fthey actively shape the conversation.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T190000Z
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SUMMARY:Leading Through it All: What to Say and Do in Real Time (Guest Consultant)
DESCRIPTION:When pressure is high\, leaders often prioritize speed over clarity and tasks over connection. In this interactive\, practice-based session\, you will move beyond theory to rehearse the specific language and responses needed for real-time leadership. Participants will learn to identify their default stress responses and master practical strategies to stay grounded\, communicate with intention\, and maintain staff connection\, even when time is short and the stakes are high.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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DTEND:20260805T195500Z
SUMMARY:Leading Through Resistance (Guest Consultant)
DESCRIPTION:Resistance is often a natural byproduct of growth and change. In this session\, leaders will learn to identify how resistance manifests in themselves and others\, reframing it not as an obstacle\, but as an unmet need. By connecting this understanding to staff wellness\, we will explore how responding with intention can reduce stress\, build trust\, and foster a supportive culture. Participants will leave with practical strategies to transform difficult moments into opportunities for retention\, ensuring staff feel heard\, empowered\, and motivated to stay.
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (Gemini): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Join us to master the AI workflows that turn hours of manual effort into minutes of strategic output. As administrative demands grow\, this session provides the immediate technical strategies needed to reclaim your capacity for high-impact leadership. In this hands-on workshop\, you will dive into Gemini to automate your daily administrative grind—from drafting empathetic stakeholder communications to optimizing your calendar and inbox. Walk away with a personalized 'Prompt Library' and a ready-to-use workflow that turns your Google Workspace into a high-powered digital assistant.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/7cca8edd2f14e663b6b2ea48b6ed3cef
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:The Feedback Factor
DESCRIPTION:Are difficult conversations\, defensive reactions\, and surface-level feedback preventing real growth in your school culture? Join this interactive session to explore how honest instructional feedback can strengthen collaboration\, improve decision-making\, and build trust among educators. Through engaging school-based scenarios\, feedback “fails\,” and reflective discussions\, participants will learn practical strategies for giving and receiving feedback professionally\, productively\, and without defensiveness.
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/226218383248d089c629e1b922606a17
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DTSTART:20260805T192000Z
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/c0203f2c083aab3acc636d67238b78e0
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DTSTART:20260805T193000Z
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SUMMARY:Pause before you Post: Navigating leadership and social media
DESCRIPTION:As a school district leader\, there is no such thing as a truly “private” social media account. In today’s hyper-connected world\, educational leaders live in a digital fishbowl where personal or school-level posts can become instant headlines. This session provides quick tips and essentials dos and don’t for leaders navigating the boundaries of social media. You’ll leave being able to check your personal account settings to ensure maximum privacy\, evaluating some unintended pitfalls of posts and how to de-escalate online conflict.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Pulse & Pivot: Leading with Responsiveness and Cultivating Culture
DESCRIPTION:You’ve given all the PDs\, stuffed all the mailboxes\, and seem to have a system for everything. You walk happily through the halls\, but then\, you’re stopped by a staff member to tell you that it’s allllll wrong.... Let’s explore how to keep a pulse on your building proactively and how to recover if you find yourself in a reactive stage. Leaders will leave the session with strategies on how to assess what’s working and how to implement systems that cultivate culture.
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T193000Z
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SUMMARY:The Five W’s of Self-Care: What\, When\, Who\, Where and Why
DESCRIPTION:Although self-care is a popular concept\, it is often misunderstood\, which leads to misconceptions. Self-care entails a holistic approach of mind\, body\, soul\, and spirit. This presentation will provide a working definition and principles of self-care to improve overall functioning.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Eras Tour: Leading Through Generations
DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of "lost in translation" fatigue between your veteran administrative staff and your incoming "digital native" coordinators? This high-energy session moves beyond generic stereotypes to give educational leaders the ultimate backstage pass to managing a multigenerational team and staff. During this session\, you will explore the unique values\, communication preferences\, and professional drivers that define each "era" of your staff—from Boomers to Gen Z.\n \n Instead of a one-size-fits-all management approach\, you will leave equipped to orchestrate institutional harmony and protect your school's culture. Leaders will walk away with a ready-to-use communication matrix\, tailored feedback scripts\, and a "Knowledge Transfer" blueprint to immediately bridge the gap between veteran wisdom and modern innovation. Let's turn your team's age diversity into your greatest leadership strength!
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LOCATION:TBA
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/2a37daa518df0a899d1d8d3a407cb989
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260805T194000Z
DTEND:20260805T195500Z
SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/e7c14eeeac19b386b10850c4a14ba90d
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SUMMARY:The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
DESCRIPTION:Discussion follow-up to Presentation
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/eda5e74be745a431a27496421f5712b2
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SUMMARY:Select to confirm participation Day 2
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LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/9352b798e3ae2ea89cec32335b6aeeff
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations for Accountability
DESCRIPTION:School Leaders routinely face uncomfortable\, high-stakes conversations. Success depends on knowing how to navigate these moments with empathy\, clarity\, and professionalism rather than avoiding them.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Major Clarity: What Leaders Need to Know—and Do
DESCRIPTION:Major Clarity is a college and career readiness program that bridges the gap between academic planning and real-world career outcomes. In this session\, schools will design an implementation plan for the 2026-2027 school year
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/6d3cb9691ab14ea9fd103a00819c7219
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:PD CSIP: Empower Work Sessions
DESCRIPTION:This worksession will provide dedicated time for teams to continue working on their professional development plan in support of the school's Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs). Teams can access targeted support and feedback from the Department of Professional and Organizational Development. These sessions are intended to provide teams with the time\, space\, and support needed to strengthen the implementation of their school professional learning efforts.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:PLC Lite to PLC Right: Moving from Meeting to Impact
DESCRIPTION:If your teachers are "doing" PLCs but student results aren't budging\, you’re likely stuck in PLC Lite. Join us to learn how to flip the script from compliance-driven meetings to a PLC Right culture that turns teacher collaboration into your school’s greatest competitive advantage.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c03f556a9062e8cbea7f737f224da0ef
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/c03f556a9062e8cbea7f737f224da0ef
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
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SUMMARY:Rolling with STEAM: A Blueprint for Interactive Engagement
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop introduces Leaders to STEAM carts as a tool for strengthening engagement\, rigor\, and cross-curricular instruction. Leaders will participate in a hands-on STEAM challenge\, examine classroom look-fors\, and identify strategies to support effective implementation across schools.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:156cdc32a7cebd54c0400dcef1a2d219
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/156cdc32a7cebd54c0400dcef1a2d219
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T135500Z
DTEND:20260806T145000Z
SUMMARY:Strong Tier 1\, Stronger Outcomes: Practical Strategies for Multilingual Learner Success
DESCRIPTION:Are your multilingual learners participating in lessons but still struggling to access grade-level content? Wondering how to support language development without creating a separate lesson for every student? Join us to explore practical\, classroom-ready strategies that strengthen Tier 1 instruction for multilingual learners and students with similar language and learning needs. Discover how to unpack the language demands within the SOLs\, leverage WIDA resources and Can Do Descriptors\, strengthen collaboration between content and EL teachers\, and use instructional look-fors to guide implementation. Walk away with actionable tools and strategies that will help create more inclusive\, language-rich classrooms where all students can engage\, achieve\, and thrive.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bbf4a122d49903d0fdbbdc5d130a25f6
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/bbf4a122d49903d0fdbbdc5d130a25f6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T135500Z
DTEND:20260806T145000Z
SUMMARY:Student Success: Balancing Classroom Energy with Academic Depth in Secondary Math Tier 1 Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Don’t just hope for high-quality math instruction—know how to see it. This session equips leaders with the skills to audit the powerful synergy of HQIM (Mathspace) and IXL. We’ll bridge the gap between high-level conceptual struggle and the personalized data loops that keep students on track. You’ll engage in real-world observation protocols and live feedback cycles\, learning to identify the “Student Success Markers” that prove teachers are closing gaps in real-time. By mastering the "look-fors" within this digital ecosystem—balancing Mathspace’s conceptual "Why" with IXL’s data-driven "How"—you will leave with the diagnostic confidence to ensure every student experiences high-ceiling math instruction. If you’re ready to turn "busy" math instruction into "good Tier 1" practice\, this is your roadmap
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f4920b5735c650728beae55152291cdb
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/f4920b5735c650728beae55152291cdb
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T135500Z
DTEND:20260806T145000Z
SUMMARY:The Data Whisperer: Learning to listen to what your numbers are saying.
DESCRIPTION:Are your PLC meetings turning into venting sessions\, or is a mismatch between your curriculum and assessments leading to stagnant student growth? Join us for an interactive\, hand-on workshop where you’ll move past the spreadsheet overwhelm and learn to truly “listen” to what your numbers are saying. Instead of just looking at abstract charts\, you’ll work directly with your own building’s real-time data dashboard to identify hidden rigor gaps\, uncover underserved student subgroups\, and ensure the written\, taught\, and tested curricula are perfectly synced. Through collaborative data protocols and role-play simulations\, you will discover how to shift your school culture from “my students” to “ our students.”
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7736039bfd017bbd9ad678c56b6b22a9
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/7736039bfd017bbd9ad678c56b6b22a9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T142500Z
DTEND:20260806T145000Z
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations for Accountability
DESCRIPTION:School Leaders routinely face uncomfortable\, high-stakes conversations. Success depends on knowing how to navigate these moments with empathy\, clarity\, and professionalism rather than avoiding them.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:771bf3f8f4b7085f009080ab3d3bf645
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/771bf3f8f4b7085f009080ab3d3bf645
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T142500Z
DTEND:20260806T145000Z
SUMMARY:Major Clarity: What Leaders Need to Know—and Do
DESCRIPTION:Major Clarity is a college and career readiness program that bridges the gap between academic planning and real-world career outcomes. In this session\, schools will design an implementation plan for the 2026-2027 school year
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:88c900d1711d39620d848553691282f3
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/88c900d1711d39620d848553691282f3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T152500Z
SUMMARY:Plan Less\, Respond More: The PLC Shift That Analyzes Data\, Shifts the Lesson and Repeats
DESCRIPTION:This session addresses a persistent leadership challenge: PLCs that feel productive on paper but fail to consistently translate into meaningful changes in classroom instruction. Grounded in the 4 essential PLC questions\, participants will explore how to move teams beyond surface level planning and into disciplined\, data driven conversations that demand evidence of student learning and clear instructional next steps.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4d5135defab5a6659f325764a653c015
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4d5135defab5a6659f325764a653c015
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T152500Z
SUMMARY:Transforming Essential Standards into Actionable PLC Assessments
DESCRIPTION:How do we know if our assessments are actually measuring what matters most? Too often\, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) get stuck in a cycle of creating assessments that test compliance or memorization rather than true mastery. To move the needle on student achievement\, leadership must guide teams to look beneath the surface of their curriculum. This interactive\, leadership-focused session equips leaders with the tools and frameworks needed to guide PLCs through the critical process of deconstructing essential standards. Participants will learn how to help teaching teams isolate core targets\, define clear criteria for "proficiency\," and audit or design common formative assessments (CFAs) that yield highly accurate student data.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:01292c8e1072e15c6f318951c72a2881
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/01292c8e1072e15c6f318951c72a2881
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Checklist: Balancing Implementation and Impact in School Leadership
DESCRIPTION:As school leaders\, we spend significant time ensuring new initiatives are launched\, schedules are followed\, and curricula are delivered. But how do we know if our hard work is actually moving the needle for students? This interactive session resets the framework for school oversight by cleanly separating it into two critical lenses: monitoring for implementation (Are we doing what we said we would do?) and monitoring for impact (Is it working?). Principals will learn how to look past simple compliance checklists and instead analyze adult behaviors alongside student artifacts and data without burning out. Participants will leave this session with a balanced monitoring rhythm\, practical look-for tools\, and data-reflection protocols designed to help leadership teams make swift\, evidence-based adjustments that protect teacher morale while driving measurable student growth.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5119cb4b7d5170747e6c72c6c431e2f1
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/5119cb4b7d5170747e6c72c6c431e2f1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Clarity in Motion: Driving Instructional Excellence
DESCRIPTION:School Leaders: Bridge the gap between instructional intent and impact with "Clarity in Motion." Unpack the district instructional framework and establish a unified language for differentiated teacher support. Leave with a ready-to-use planning matrix for your building.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0eae1a053323b3b72990f530160027e2
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/0eae1a053323b3b72990f530160027e2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:From Absent to Awesome: Building a Culture of Attendance
DESCRIPTION:Student attendance is about more than tracking absences\; it is about creating a school culture where students feel connected\, supported\, and excited to come to school every day. In this session\, elementary school leaders will explore how to leverage a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to identify and address attendance barriers before they become chronic issues. Participants will learn practical strategies for using attendance data to drive interventions\, developing tiered supports for students and families\, and fostering strong partnerships that promote regular attendance. The session will also highlight innovative ways to build a positive school climate through incentives\, student engagement\, relationship-building\, and schoolwide traditions that encourage students to want to be at school. Attendees will leave with actionable tools\, real-world examples\, and proven strategies for transforming attendance efforts from compliance-focused practices into a culture where every student feels valued\, connected\, and motivated to show up each day.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:412005681e23280bc2af203a95e9c1c0
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/412005681e23280bc2af203a95e9c1c0
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:General CSIP: Empower Work Sessions
DESCRIPTION:School teams will have the opportunity to participate in CSIP Work Sessions designed to support the ongoing Continuous School Improvement Process. These sessions will provide dedicated time for teams to continue their work on their Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs). Teams may access targeted support and feedback from district staff as needed. These sessions are intended to provide teams with the time\, space\, and support needed to address challenges\, refine strategies\, and strengthen the implementation of their school improvement efforts.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:86e46d421f3605196d106836c438794e
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/86e46d421f3605196d106836c438794e
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Leading for Access and Achievement: Monitoring and Supporting Effective IEP Implementation
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session equips Assistant Principals\, especially those new to the role\, with the tools and confidence to effectively monitor\, review\, and support IEP implementation. Participants will engage in hands-on activities\, including IEP analysis\, classroom walkthrough simulations\, feedback role-play\, and scheduling challenges to deepen their understanding of compliance\, instructional alignment\, and student progress monitoring. Emphasis is placed on providing actionable feedback to staff\, strengthening collaborative practices\, and ensuring decisions align with the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. By the end of the session\, participants will leave with clear “look-fors\,” practical strategies\, and ready-to-use approaches to improve IEP quality and support teacher effectiveness\, ensuring equitable access and success for all students.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:37bf20eba71af11c538cbd0986f0cbed
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/37bf20eba71af11c538cbd0986f0cbed
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Leading for Instructional Excellence and Equity: Developing Schoolwide Systems that Ensure Clear Expectations and Consistent High-Quality Instruction
DESCRIPTION:"A vision for high-quality instruction is the bridge between a student’s current struggle and their future success. If the bridge is built right the first time\, we spend less time pulling people out of the river."\n Join us to discover how to help Leaders clearly state their vision of strong Tier 1 instruction being the greatest equity tool they can possess. Without a clear Tier 1 vision\, teachers provide "information\," but students don't gain "knowledge\," leading to a cycle of endless re-teaching.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bf8dc17affe9fe543ffa49267d042d03
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/bf8dc17affe9fe543ffa49267d042d03
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T150000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Relationships First: The Foundation of Strong School Culture
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session explores how intentional leadership practices can positively shape school culture\, strengthen staff morale\, and improve collaboration within school communities. Participants will engage in reflective discussions\, real-world leadership scenarios\, and practical culture-building strategies centered around relationships\, recognition\, staff voice\, and work-life balance. Through multiple learner-style perspectives\, school leaders will leave with actionable tools and immediate next steps to help create more supportive\, engaging\, and sustainable school environments for both staff and students.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f9a4a5da739953c06a17248a5a6c23cc
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/f9a4a5da739953c06a17248a5a6c23cc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T153000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Plan Less\, Respond More: The PLC Shift That Analyzes Data\, Shifts the Lesson and Repeats
DESCRIPTION:This session addresses a persistent leadership challenge: PLCs that feel productive on paper but fail to consistently translate into meaningful changes in classroom instruction. Grounded in the 4 essential PLC questions\, participants will explore how to move teams beyond surface level planning and into disciplined\, data driven conversations that demand evidence of student learning and clear instructional next steps.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:63bc5640a8ef0c87ebcf2421c28c8a9f
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/63bc5640a8ef0c87ebcf2421c28c8a9f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T153000Z
DTEND:20260806T155500Z
SUMMARY:Transforming Essential Standards into Actionable PLC Assessments
DESCRIPTION:How do we know if our assessments are actually measuring what matters most? Too often\, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) get stuck in a cycle of creating assessments that test compliance or memorization rather than true mastery. To move the needle on student achievement\, leadership must guide teams to look beneath the surface of their curriculum. This interactive\, leadership-focused session equips leaders with the tools and frameworks needed to guide PLCs through the critical process of deconstructing essential standards. Participants will learn how to help teaching teams isolate core targets\, define clear criteria for "proficiency\," and audit or design common formative assessments (CFAs) that yield highly accurate student data.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e67ccb479c67022b91331b478dee78ab
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/e67ccb479c67022b91331b478dee78ab
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T171000Z
SUMMARY:From Compliance to Impact: Advancing PLCs Through the Right Work
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive table discussion\, school leaders will move beyond the "compliance" of Professional Learning Communities to focus on high-leverage effectiveness. Using the DuFour PLC Continuum as a diagnostic lens\, participants will evaluate their school’s current reality and identify the specific collaborative structures needed to move their teams forward. The focus of this session is on the "right work." You will collaborate with your peers and core team members to bridge the gap between where your school is now and where it needs to be to maximize student outcomes.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cb16bc7f49ff478f1fda982a8146c831
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/cb16bc7f49ff478f1fda982a8146c831
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T171000Z
SUMMARY:Proactive Discipline in K–5: Building Calm\, Connected\, and Responsive Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:What’s really driving disruptive behavior in K to 5 classrooms\, and how can school leaders respond proactively instead of reactively? Join this collaborative\, discussion-based session where Leaders will exchange ideas\, problem-solve real-world challenges\, and walk away with practical\, developmentally appropriate strategies to strengthen self-regulation\, support teachers\, and build calmer\, more responsive school environments.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ecfafd3de3a6e90d510d8022d1538a3e
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/ecfafd3de3a6e90d510d8022d1538a3e
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Building a Comprehensive and Compliant School Crisis Management Plan: Review\, Update\, and Sustain for Year-Round Readiness
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is designed to support school-based Safety Points of Contact in developing a comprehensive\, compliant\, and school-specific Crisis Management Plan that addresses prevention\, preparedness\, response\, and recovery. Participants will review and update critical plan components\, clarify roles and communication procedures\, identify gaps and action steps\, and leave with strategies to finalize\, train\, share\, and maintain their plan throughout the school year.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bdd177cae605a5f5faaa114c33a19bb9
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/bdd177cae605a5f5faaa114c33a19bb9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Developing Schoolwide Systems Designed to Support Your Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and School Mission
DESCRIPTION:CSIP got you down? Is your school struggling with continuous school improvement? If so\, check out this session and learn some valuable tools & strategies that you can use to develop coherent and effective systems to meet your goals and support your school mission.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:93d8244056ff4f523b6c292157fef2c0
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/93d8244056ff4f523b6c292157fef2c0
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Doing the Right Work: Strengthening the Core Through Tier I Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Are your PLCs truly improving instruction\, or have they become meetings focused more on compliance than student learning? In this interactive leadership session\, participants will explore what it means for collaborative teams to do the “right work” by focusing PLC conversations on essential learning\, evidence of student understanding\, and instructional response. Through scenario analysis\, collaborative problem-solving\, and leadership reflection\, participants will examine how effective PLC processes strengthen Tier I instruction and improve student outcomes. Walk away with practical protocols\, instructional look-fors\, and a PLC Leadership Action Map that can be immediately implemented to strengthen collaboration\, instructional rigor\, and student learning across classrooms.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5b7b2494c6665796b8d39546a7fb25ab
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/5b7b2494c6665796b8d39546a7fb25ab
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:General CSIP: Empower Work Sessions
DESCRIPTION:School teams will have the opportunity to participate in CSIP Work Sessions designed to support the ongoing Continuous School Improvement Process. These sessions will provide dedicated time for teams to continue their work on their Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs). Teams may access targeted support and feedback from district staff as needed. These sessions are intended to provide teams with the time\, space\, and support needed to address challenges\, refine strategies\, and strengthen the implementation of their school improvement efforts.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:32eec0c099dd21f9b4191e511057c775
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/32eec0c099dd21f9b4191e511057c775
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Glass Half Full - Transforming How We See and Teach English Learners
DESCRIPTION:Every multilingual learner walks into the classroom with a tall glass of cultural and linguistic assets. As educators\, we must continue to fill each glass to the brim with vital skills and techniques to empower our young English Language Scholars. Glass Half Full is an interactive workshop that equips educators with collaborative Tier 1 strategies and Can Do Descriptors that dismantle the deficit mindset and unpack SOL language demands so teachers can drive real engagement and measurable achievement. Let's stop looking at what's missing and start leveraging what's already there.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:31a60e771d6b567c67709ab35f58c7d3
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/31a60e771d6b567c67709ab35f58c7d3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:More than Electives: Beyond the Diploma
DESCRIPTION:Think CTE is "just an elective"? Think again! Career and Technical Education is the secret to helping our students shine as they prepare to enroll\, enlist\, or be employed after graduation. This professional development session is all about flipping the script on traditional CTE and equipping you with the "superpowers" to make these programs the heart of your campus! We’ll dive into a fun\, hands-on workshop to explore how to make CTE a top priority in your master schedule and staffing. We’re moving past the "boring" theory to give you a toolkit of "leader actions" such as using effective walk-through rubrics and becoming your school’s biggest cheerleader for student wins like industry certifications\, career exploration opportunities\, and real-world work experiences. Let’s prepare our students for what awaits them beyond the diploma!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4f8003d89c6df7acff2cc2872f049834
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4f8003d89c6df7acff2cc2872f049834
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Student Success: Balancing Classroom Energy with Academic Depth in Elementary Math Tier 1 Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Don’t just hope for high-quality math instruction—know how to see it. This session equips leaders with the skills to audit the powerful synergy of HQIM and IXL. We’ll bridge the gap between high-level conceptual struggle and the personalized data loops that keep students on track. You’ll engage in real-world observation protocols and live feedback cycles\, learning to identify the “Student Success Markers” that prove teachers are closing gaps in real-time. By mastering the "look-fors" within this digital ecosystem—balancing HQIM’s conceptual "Why" with IXL’s data-driven "How"—you will leave with the diagnostic confidence to ensure every student experiences high-ceiling math instruction. If you’re ready to turn "busy" math instruction into "good Tier 1" practice\, this is your roadmap.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1f89d9f4cb41af6e4d1f172a8f1a80bc
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/1f89d9f4cb41af6e4d1f172a8f1a80bc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T165500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:The Strategic Co-Pilot: Maximizing Your Technology Innovation Coach for School Improvement
DESCRIPTION:Ever feel like your building’s Technology Innovation Coach (TIC) is trapped in a never-ending loop of resetting student passwords and fixing paper jams instead of moving your academic goals forward? It’s time to break the cycle and upgrade your school’s most powerful instructional asset! Join us for a fast-paced\, hands-on planning sprint that breaks down the wall between data and delivery. You’ll open your CSIP\, raid the brand-new DTI Professional Learning Pathways catalog\, and purposefully map out expert-led teacher training that targets your specific reading\, math\, or behavioral bottlenecks. Don't leave your school improvement to chance—walk away with a customized\, schedule-ready Semester 1 deployment plan that turns your coach into an instructional multiplier.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4e98f557c8bc96017c9db38916fbf4f3
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4e98f557c8bc96017c9db38916fbf4f3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T171500Z
DTEND:20260806T173000Z
SUMMARY:From Compliance to Impact: Advancing PLCs Through the Right Work
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive table discussion\, school leaders will move beyond the "compliance" of Professional Learning Communities to focus on high-leverage effectiveness. Using the DuFour PLC Continuum as a diagnostic lens\, participants will evaluate their school’s current reality and identify the specific collaborative structures needed to move their teams forward. The focus of this session is on the "right work." You will collaborate with your peers and core team members to bridge the gap between where your school is now and where it needs to be to maximize student outcomes.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4130a82524bc22bb71a62679cc760ee8
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4130a82524bc22bb71a62679cc760ee8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T171500Z
DTEND:20260806T173000Z
SUMMARY:Proactive Discipline in K–5: Building Calm\, Connected\, and Responsive Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:What’s really driving disruptive behavior in K to 5 classrooms\, and how can school leaders respond proactively instead of reactively? Join this collaborative\, discussion-based session where Leaders will exchange ideas\, problem-solve real-world challenges\, and walk away with practical\, developmentally appropriate strategies to strengthen self-regulation\, support teachers\, and build calmer\, more responsive school environments.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:958729b487aca6010cfda0626f585167
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/958729b487aca6010cfda0626f585167
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T173500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:From Compliance to Impact: Advancing PLCs Through the Right Work
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive table discussion\, school leaders will move beyond the "compliance" of Professional Learning Communities to focus on high-leverage effectiveness. Using the DuFour PLC Continuum as a diagnostic lens\, participants will evaluate their school’s current reality and identify the specific collaborative structures needed to move their teams forward. The focus of this session is on the "right work." You will collaborate with your peers and core team members to bridge the gap between where your school is now and where it needs to be to maximize student outcomes.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:16bc9ad510a6554ccbe67e525454a5f4
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/16bc9ad510a6554ccbe67e525454a5f4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T173500Z
DTEND:20260806T175000Z
SUMMARY:Proactive Discipline in K–5: Building Calm\, Connected\, and Responsive Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:What’s really driving disruptive behavior in K to 5 classrooms\, and how can school leaders respond proactively instead of reactively? Join this collaborative\, discussion-based session where Leaders will exchange ideas\, problem-solve real-world challenges\, and walk away with practical\, developmentally appropriate strategies to strengthen self-regulation\, support teachers\, and build calmer\, more responsive school environments.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: Blending Student-Led Stations and Reading Signposts to Conquer Complex Texts.
DESCRIPTION:Starting from the learner’s perspective\, participants will then apply the instructional assessment chart (Beers\, 2023) to pinpoint where a student's reading may be challenged and practice using the "Notice & Note" signposts students need to decode complex\, state-test-level texts. Most importantly\, you will leave with a turnkey leadership toolkit that includes ready-to-use rotation blueprints\, coaching templates\, and resources. This will allow you to go back to your school and show your teachers exactly how to build these student-led tools to support your students in analyzing dense and complex text.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Leading Purposeful Change through Intentional Systems
DESCRIPTION:Are you exhausted at the end of each school day from constantly managing chaos\, responding to behavior concerns\, and putting out fires? This session explores how intentional systems and consistent practices can transform school climate and culture by creating structure\, clarity\, and predictability for students and staff. Participants will examine practical strategies that strengthen communication\, improve consistency\, support positive behavior\, and build a more productive learning environment. Walk away with actionable ideas to create sustainable change\, reduce daily stressors\, and develop systems that lead to stronger outcomes for your entire school community.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/4321199d36cc049f7e045f955c2672d5
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
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SUMMARY:The Right Work: Transforming Secondary PLCs Through Culture and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Why do your Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) still yield inconsistent results? This high-level briefing provides organizational leaders with the strategic vision to shift the culture from isolated work to consistent\, high-impact collaboration. We will define the three non-negotiable pillars of instructional excellence—soundness\, intentionality\, and agility—and outline the systems necessary to ensure all secondary teams are doing the "right work" at the right time. Leave with a clear charge and a framework for evaluating and aligning your current systems to meet key instructional goals.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Points: Re-Engineering PBIS to Actually Work in Secondary Schools
DESCRIPTION:Let’s be honest: PBIS has been around for over a decade\, and many of your teachers feel like it just doesn’t work for secondary students. They’re tired of "token economies" that feel like bribes and systems that seem to prioritize "being nice" over actual accountability. This session is for the leaders who are ready to move past the fluff and turn PBIS into a high-functioning engine that protects instructional time. In this session we will strip PBIS down to the mechanics and focus on automation\, not just appreciation.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:Building a Comprehensive and Compliant School Crisis Management Plan: Review\, Update\, and Sustain for Year-Round Readiness
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is designed to support school-based Safety Points of Contact in developing a comprehensive\, compliant\, and school-specific Crisis Management Plan that addresses prevention\, preparedness\, response\, and recovery. Participants will review and update critical plan components\, clarify roles and communication procedures\, identify gaps and action steps\, and leave with strategies to finalize\, train\, share\, and maintain their plan throughout the school year.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/60f5a427b0780c202f0aefe25adab76f
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:Clarity Over Confusion: Designing Systems That Stick
DESCRIPTION:Strong systems don’t happen by chance—they are built\, refined\, and sustained through intentional leadership. In this engaging session\, building and department-level leaders will dive into the “how” behind high-functioning systems that drive team success. Participants will explore practical strategies to design\, communicate\, and continuously improve systems that keep teams aligned and accountable. Through collaborative learning and real-world application\, leaders will uncover ways to monitor what’s working\, adjust what isn’t\, and strengthen consistency across their teams. The session will wrap with each participant creating a clear\, actionable next step to improve a current system\, turning ideas into immediate leadership impact.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/8f238d60ab8e7fe235e657d759e3132f
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:General CSIP: Empower Work Sessions
DESCRIPTION:School teams will have the opportunity to participate in CSIP Work Sessions designed to support the ongoing Continuous School Improvement Process. These sessions will provide dedicated time for teams to continue their work on their Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs). Teams may access targeted support and feedback from district staff as needed. These sessions are intended to provide teams with the time\, space\, and support needed to address challenges\, refine strategies\, and strengthen the implementation of their school improvement efforts.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:Small Group Success: To Differentiation and Beyond (A Principal's Mission Control)
DESCRIPTION:If your teachers are struggling to turn small-group time into focused\, differentiated instruction\, it’s time to stop spinning your wheels. We’ll equip you with proven strategies for supporting teachers in setting up structures to support small group instruction (e.g.\, classroom management\, rotation planning\, small group instruction) that lead to truly engaged and empowered learners.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:166420aa0e5f6633e14345f2347b57a1
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/166420aa0e5f6633e14345f2347b57a1
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Special Education in the Core Classroom\, HLP\, & More
DESCRIPTION:Are students with disabilities in your schools receiving truly individualized instruction\, or are well-meaning accommodations filling the space where Specially Designed INstruction (SDI) should be? In this workshop\, school Leaders will use real student case studies to sharpen their ability to recognize SDI in action\, explore High-Leverage Practices through an instructional leadership lens\, and apply a research-aligned K-8 Walkthrough Tool to strengthen classroom observations. Walk away with a shared instructional language\, tools you can use the very next day\, and one specific leadership commitment to carry into the 2026-2027 school year. Because\, when every Leader builds shared ownership of SDI\, student outcomes change.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/2dd6b12963238598410e0e5d3b7e2775
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T182000Z
DTEND:20260806T183500Z
SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: Blending Student-Led Stations and Reading Signposts to Conquer Complex Texts.
DESCRIPTION:Starting from the learner’s perspective\, participants will then apply the instructional assessment chart (Beers\, 2023) to pinpoint where a student's reading may be challenged and practice using the "Notice & Note" signposts students need to decode complex\, state-test-level texts. Most importantly\, you will leave with a turnkey leadership toolkit that includes ready-to-use rotation blueprints\, coaching templates\, and resources. This will allow you to go back to your school and show your teachers exactly how to build these student-led tools to support your students in analyzing dense and complex text.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/0422291949ca6c54fb3da06f8f4fbb93
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T183000Z
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SUMMARY:Leading Purposeful Change through Intentional Systems
DESCRIPTION:Are you exhausted at the end of each school day from constantly managing chaos\, responding to behavior concerns\, and putting out fires? This session explores how intentional systems and consistent practices can transform school climate and culture by creating structure\, clarity\, and predictability for students and staff. Participants will examine practical strategies that strengthen communication\, improve consistency\, support positive behavior\, and build a more productive learning environment. Walk away with actionable ideas to create sustainable change\, reduce daily stressors\, and develop systems that lead to stronger outcomes for your entire school community.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/df1e4869df82172013e79439a70d9bbb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T183000Z
DTEND:20260806T185500Z
SUMMARY:The Right Work: Transforming Secondary PLCs Through Culture and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Why do your Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) still yield inconsistent results? This high-level briefing provides organizational leaders with the strategic vision to shift the culture from isolated work to consistent\, high-impact collaboration. We will define the three non-negotiable pillars of instructional excellence—soundness\, intentionality\, and agility—and outline the systems necessary to ensure all secondary teams are doing the "right work" at the right time. Leave with a clear charge and a framework for evaluating and aligning your current systems to meet key instructional goals.
CATEGORIES:PRESENTATION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fb563b2afc43d87a69093fba9b20cf30
URL:http://empower2026.sched.com/event/fb563b2afc43d87a69093fba9b20cf30
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DTSTAMP:20260616T083730Z
DTSTART:20260806T184000Z
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SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: Blending Student-Led Stations and Reading Signposts to Conquer Complex Texts.
DESCRIPTION:Starting from the learner’s perspective\, participants will then apply the instructional assessment chart (Beers\, 2023) to pinpoint where a student's reading may be challenged and practice using the "Notice & Note" signposts students need to decode complex\, state-test-level texts. Most importantly\, you will leave with a turnkey leadership toolkit that includes ready-to-use rotation blueprints\, coaching templates\, and resources. This will allow you to go back to your school and show your teachers exactly how to build these student-led tools to support your students in analyzing dense and complex text.
CATEGORIES:DISCUSSION
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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