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PLC AT WORK TM Register today! solution-tree.com/2015PLCSummit #atplc NEW IN 2015! We’re bringing you twice as many keynote presentations. Interested in assessment and grading? Differentiating instruction for English learners? Virtual PLCs? Choose what matters most to your team, and craft your own experience at the premier PLC event of the year. Go online for speaker bios, event reviews, and exclusive hotel discounts! Motivating, inspiring, informative . . . everything I could ask for in a professional development event. —Jill Hodge, curriculum instructor, Mesa Verde Elementary School, California SUMMIT THE MARCH 4–6, 2015 PHOENIX, ARIZONA

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Page 1: MARCH 4–6, 2015 PLC - Amazon Web Servicessoltreemrls3.s3-website-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/.../events/2015-S… · research to back it up. —James Sheldahl, associate superintendent,

PLC AT WORKTM

Register today! solution-tree.com/2015PLCSummit#atplc

New iN 2015!we’re bringing you twice as many keynote presentations. interested

in assessment and grading? Differentiating instruction for english

learners? Virtual PLCs? Choose what matters most to your team,

and craft your own experience at the premier PLC event of the year.

Go online for speaker bios, event reviews, and exclusive hotel discounts!

Motivating, inspiring, informative . . . everything I could ask for in a professional development event.

—Jill Hodge, curriculum instructor, Mesa Verde elementary School, California

S U M M i TT H E

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

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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