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CPS Empower Leadership Conference 2026
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Wednesday, August 5
 

12:50pm EDT

Culture by Design: Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
TBA

12:50pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
TBA

12:50pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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."
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:50pm - 1:15pm EDT
TBA

1:20pm EDT

Culture by Design: Spaces Where Everyone Thrives
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
TBA

1:20pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (KhanAcademy): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
TBA

1:20pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (Studio): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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."
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:20pm - 1:45pm EDT
TBA

1:55pm EDT

Documenting with Direction: A Guide to Progressive Employee Discipline
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
TBA

1:55pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
TBA

1:55pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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."
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:55pm - 2:20pm EDT
TBA

2:25pm EDT

Documenting with Direction: A Guide to Progressive Employee Discipline
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
TBA

2:25pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (MagicSchool): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
TBA

2:25pm EDT

The Augmented Leader (NotebookLM): Empowering Leaders with AI
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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."
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:25pm - 2:50pm EDT
TBA

3:00pm EDT

Pause before you Post: Navigating leadership and social media
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
TBA

3:00pm EDT

Pulse & Pivot: Leading with Responsiveness and Cultivating Culture
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
TBA

3:00pm EDT

The Five W’s of Self-Care: What, When, Who, Where and Why
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
TBA

3:00pm EDT

Welcome to the Eras Tour: Leading Through Generations
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.

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!
Speakers
avatar for Kellie Collins

Kellie Collins

Assistant principal, GFHS

Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 3:25pm EDT
TBA

3:30pm EDT

Pause before you Post: Navigating leadership and social media
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
TBA

3:30pm EDT

Pulse & Pivot: Leading with Responsiveness and Cultivating Culture
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
TBA

3:30pm EDT

The Five W’s of Self-Care: What, When, Who, Where and Why
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
TBA

3:30pm EDT

Welcome to the Eras Tour: Leading Through Generations
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.

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!
Speakers
avatar for Kellie Collins

Kellie Collins

Assistant principal, GFHS

Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:30pm - 3:55pm EDT
TBA
 
Thursday, August 6
 

9:55am EDT

Courageous Conversations for Accountability
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 9:55am - 10:20am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Speakers
TS

Tracey Sabbato

Administrator, GBI

Thursday August 6, 2026 9:55am - 10:20am EDT
TBA

9:55am EDT

Major Clarity: What Leaders Need to Know—and Do
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 9:55am - 10:20am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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
Speakers
CS

Christine Sperelakis-Babb

College Readiness Coordinator, SAB

Thursday August 6, 2026 9:55am - 10:20am EDT
TBA

10:25am EDT

Courageous Conversations for Accountability
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 10:25am - 10:50am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Speakers
TS

Tracey Sabbato

Administrator, GBI

Thursday August 6, 2026 10:25am - 10:50am EDT
TBA

10:25am EDT

Major Clarity: What Leaders Need to Know—and Do
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 10:25am - 10:50am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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
Speakers
CS

Christine Sperelakis-Babb

College Readiness Coordinator, SAB

Thursday August 6, 2026 10:25am - 10:50am EDT
TBA

11:00am EDT

Plan Less, Respond More: The PLC Shift That Analyzes Data, Shifts the Lesson and Repeats
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:00am - 11:25am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:00am - 11:25am EDT
TBA

11:00am EDT

Transforming Essential Standards into Actionable PLC Assessments
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:00am - 11:25am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:00am - 11:25am EDT
TBA

11:30am EDT

Plan Less, Respond More: The PLC Shift That Analyzes Data, Shifts the Lesson and Repeats
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:55am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:55am EDT
TBA

11:30am EDT

Transforming Essential Standards into Actionable PLC Assessments
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:55am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:55am EDT
TBA

2:00pm EDT

Leading Purposeful Change through Intentional Systems
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:00pm - 2:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:00pm - 2:25pm EDT
TBA

2:00pm EDT

The Right Work: Transforming Secondary PLCs Through Culture and Accountability
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:00pm - 2:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:00pm - 2:25pm EDT
TBA

2:30pm EDT

Leading Purposeful Change through Intentional Systems
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:30pm - 2:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:30pm - 2:55pm EDT
TBA

2:30pm EDT

The Right Work: Transforming Secondary PLCs Through Culture and Accountability
LIMITED
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:30pm - 2:55pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
Thursday August 6, 2026 2:30pm - 2:55pm EDT
TBA
 
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