On May 2-3, 2019, nine outstanding district leaders from across the country shared their keys to success at EdWeek’s Leaders To Learn From event.
These two days featured keynote presentations, workshops, and case studies focused on solving problems and driving districtwide change. Featured speakers included New York City Chancellor Richard Carranza; Bror Saxberg, Vice President of Learning Science for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative; and more.
This event took place at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City.
Agenda
May 2, National Capital Area
8:30 a.m.
Hall of Leaders
Registration Opens: Coffee and Light Refreshments
9 a.m. — 10 a.m.
Potomac Room 2
Great to Greater: How the Best Schools and Education Systems Keep Getting Better
Although many schools and educational systems make improvements, the typical outcome, after several years, is a plateau in performance. Learn how to break through the plateau and achieve greater performance.
Douglas Reeves
Renowned Speaker, Researcher, and Author
Reeves is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions, a non-profit with the mission to improve educational opportunities for students throughout the world using creative solutions for leadership, policy, teaching, and learning.
2:35 p.m. — 3 p.m.
Potomac Rooms
Industry Perspectives
Hear from K-12 marketplace leaders making a difference through innovative products and services.
Heinemann
Responsive Literacy Approaches: One School’s Journey Towards Excellence
Pam Smith, Area Sales Director, Heinemann Publishing, Former Principal of Avery Elementary School in Cherokee County, Ga.
Come join Smith, a former principal, as she shares details of how she led literacy reform in a time of change and resistance. Two changes set her school on a track for success within one year. Reform efforts began in a school, but ultimately impacted an entire district.
Scholastic
Equity Through Comprehensive Literacy
Michael Haggen, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic Education
How do we ensure our students, educators, and families are receiving the supports they need to be successful? In this session we will focus on leveraging the transformative power of comprehensive literacy to create equitable opportunities. Learn how this can be reflected through a framework that combines curriculum, professional learning, and family and community engagement.
Committee for Children
Ignite an SEL Revolution in Your District
Joan Cole Duffell, Executive Director, Committee for Children
Schools and communities worldwide are discovering the benefits of social-emotional learning (SEL). It empowers educators; creates successful learners; and connects students, staff, and families with a common language. Duffell will showcase districts transformed by the Second Step SEL program and share best practices for igniting an SEL revolution.
Heinemann
Responsive Literacy Approaches: One School’s Journey Towards Excellence
Pam Smith, Area Sales Director, Heinemann Publishing, Former Principal of Avery Elementary School in Cherokee County, Ga.
Come join Smith, a former principal, as she shares details of how she led literacy reform in a time of change and resistance. Two changes set her school on a track for success within one year. Reform efforts began in a school, but ultimately impacted an entire district.
Scholastic
Equity Through Comprehensive Literacy
Michael Haggen, Chief Academic Officer, Scholastic Education
How do we ensure our students, educators, and families are receiving the supports they need to be successful? In this session we will focus on leveraging the transformative power of comprehensive literacy to create equitable opportunities. Learn how this can be reflected through a framework that combines curriculum, professional learning, and family and community engagement.
Committee for Children
Ignite an SEL Revolution in Your District
Joan Cole Duffell, Executive Director, Committee for Children
Schools and communities worldwide are discovering the benefits of social-emotional learning (SEL). It empowers educators; creates successful learners; and connects students, staff, and families with a common language. Duffell will showcase districts transformed by the Second Step SEL program and share best practices for igniting an SEL revolution.
Agenda
May 3, National Capitol Area
8 a.m. — 9 a.m.
Hall of Leaders