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learners? Virtual PLCs? Choose what matters most to your team,
and craft your own experience at the premier PLC event of the year.
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Motivating, inspiring, informative . . . everything I could ask for in a professional development event.
—Jill Hodge, curriculum instructor, Mesa Verde elementary School, California
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MARCH 4–6, 2015P H O e N i X , A R i Z O N A
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Sara Cockerham Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 282 | 812.961.6255 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Brandon Cohen Senior Director of Sales
800.733.6786 ext. 415 | 812.961.9415 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Brian Drummey Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 492 | 812.961.9492 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Lance Frank Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 417 | 812.961.9286 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Ken Ford Event Sales Manager
800.733.6786 ext. 208 | 812.331.9692 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Katie Gentry-Funk Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 397 | 812.961.9397 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Allison Henry Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 490 | 812.961.9490 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Marv Meneeley Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 418 | 812.961.9288 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Donald “Stubby” McLean Director of Solution Tree Education Canada
800.733.6786 ext. 412 | 812.961.9412 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Stacy Moore Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 414 | 812.961.9414 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Carol Pearson Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 401 | 812.961.6297 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Amy Purdy Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 413 | 812.961.9413 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Mark Schneider Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 256 | 812.961.6008 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
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Tiffanie Turner Regional Sales Director
800.733.6786 ext. 416 | 812.961.9416 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center
Learn more!
AGeNDA
S U M M i TT H E
PLC AT WORKTM
Lisa Williams Director of Educational Partnerships
800.733.6786 ext. 408 | 812.961.9417 | [email protected]
We brought a TEAM OF 22, all of whom came away ENERGIZED and EMPOWERED with a vision of the PLC process and the research to back it up.
—James Sheldahl, associate superintendent, Yuma Union High School District #70, Arizona
wednesday, March 46:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote First Things First: Building the Solid Foundation of a Professional Learning Community at workTM Rebecca DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
How Schools Create Academic Success for english LearnersMargarita Calderón
Five essential instructional Shifts for Transforming Common Core Mathematics ClassroomsJuli K. Dixon
Leading innovation in Your PLC with Virtual TeamsCasey Reason
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–4:00 p.m. Keynote Teaching, Leading, and Living a High-energy and well-Balanced PLC LifeTimothy D. Kanold
Thursday, March 57:00–8:00 a.m. Registration and continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Leaders wanted: How Leaders at All Levels Can Support the PLC at workTM Process Richard DuFour
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:15 a.m. Concurrent Keynotes
Learning by Stumbling: embracing the Pitfalls Along the PathLuis F. Cruz
Adding TLC to Your PLCDouglas Fisher
effective Grading Policies and PracticesThomas R. Guskey
11:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Lunch (on your own)
12:45–2:15 p.m. Breakouts
2:15–2:45 p.m. Break
2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion
Q&A with keynote presenters who provide practical answers to your most pressing questions
Friday, March 67:00–8:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote when All Means All Mike Mattos
9:30–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Keynote Kid by Kid, Skill by Skill: Becoming a Professional Learning Community Robert Eaker
Accommodations Hyatt Regency Phoenix122 North Second StreetPhoenix, AZ 85004800.233.1234
Venue Phoenix Convention Center