VASCD2024

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Discover AI's transformative impact on education by exploring its fundamentals, personalized learning applications, and future trends. This session offers real-world examples, success stories, and discusses upcoming innovations and challenges in educational technology. District leaders will gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to integrate AI and enhance learning outcomes, equipping them with the tools to leverage AI effectively in their educational settings. Join us for an in-depth look at how AI is reshaping the educational landscape.

Lead your district in establishing a robust, evidence-based multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) that fosters high levels of achievement in reading and math. We'll demystify the MTSS framework, diving into the multilevel prevention system, and share crucial guidelines for effective, evidenced based interventions. These actionable insights will equip you with the knowledge and resources to make systemic change to significantly improve reading and math instruction as well as student outcomes in your district.

Leading with diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility is the foundation of building a division wide school community where each and every student, staff, and community member feels valued and has a sense of belonging. This session will focus on growing and sustaining DEIA practices and develop an understanding of cultural humility. Participants will leave with applicable next steps and be inspired about their role as a leader in DEIA and the lasting impact on their school community.

Explore 'RejuvenatED Impact: Revitalizing School Improvement through Instructional Coaching,' where educators unlock innovative strategies to elevate school improvement through instructional coaching. This session positions instructional coaching as an elevation tool to drive school improvement. Participants will embark on an interactive journey, exploring current coaching practices, aligning goals with school needs, and crafting pathways for professional growth rooted in continuous improvement.