Conference Site: Hyatt Regency Savannah, Savannah, GA
Conference Strands
I. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Closing the achievement gaps and promoting learning for all students in a democratic society.
Closing the achievement gaps and promoting learning for all students in a democratic society.
- Some possible topics: Exemplary school practices; Model academic programs; Talent development; Literacy programs; Teaching methods; Learning strategies or styles; Multiple intelligences; Creative or critical thinking; Learning readiness; Early intervention; High-performing, high-poverty schools; Alternative schools; After school programs; Summer programs; Instructional technology; Inclusion; Special Education; Migrant Education; School leadership.
II. SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL SKILLS
Fostering social and emotional skills of all children and youth and enhancing the social climate.
Fostering social and emotional skills of all children and youth and enhancing the social climate.
- Some possible topics: Creating a sense of community in classrooms & schools; Caring curriculum; Resilience; Empowerment; Leadership skills; Motivation; Character education; Self-Esteem; Cooperative learning; Diversity awareness; Multi-cultural education; Life skills; Emotional intelligence; Communication; Decision making; or Goal setting skills.
III. SAFETY & VIOLENCE PREVENTION
Preventing violence and ensuring safety, including cyber safety, for all children and youth.
Preventing violence and ensuring safety, including cyber safety, for all children and youth.
- Some possible topics: Creating safe spaces; Conflict resolution; Peer mediation; Behavior management; Anger management; Bullying prevention; Crisis management; Gang intervention; Juvenile Justice programs; Law Enforcement collaborations; School security systems or programs; Cyber safety.
IV.MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH
Promoting the mental and physical health of all children and youth.
Promoting the mental and physical health of all children and youth.
- Some possible topics: Wellness programs; Intervention, prevention, or treatment programs; Counseling or therapy programs; Drug, alcohol, or tobacco education; Sex education; Physical or emotional disorders treatments; ADD/ADHD treatment.
V. FAMILY & COMMUNITY
Developing and enhancing family and community support for all children and youth.
Developing and enhancing family and community support for all children and youth.
- Some possible topics: Adult-Youth partnerships; Mentoring; Parenting skills, support, or involvement; Foster care; Community programs, partnerships, or service projects; Internships; Business collaborations; University partnerships; Faith-based initiatives; Social service programs.