November 8, 2024
9:00 am - 3:15 pm
Virtual Conference
Recordings may not be used toward PLUs.
Special Thanks to Our Conference Partners
Concurrent Sessions 1 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Principal Act and Alabama Principal Leadership Development System (APLDS) Updates
The School Principal Leadership and Mentoring Act was passed in 2023 to create and implement a leadership development system for principals and assistant principals in Alabama public schools. The program is called the Alabama Principal Leadership Development System (APLDS). Join this session to learn updates regarding the APLDS program.
Presenter:
Anna Shepherd-Jones
Facilitator:
Sheila Jones
Grade 4-12 Literacy Updates- Proficiency Scales, Crosswalks, and Support…Oh My!
During this session, we will discuss the work of the Literacy Specialists within the Office of School Improvement. We will look at the revised 6-12 ELA proficiency scales, ACAP/ACT/COS crosswalks, and the support that has been and can be provided to schools for all things literacy. This session will fill your instructional leadership toolbox in order to best support your teachers in your building!
Presenter:
Charissa Lambert
Facilitator:
Tiffany Yelder
Break 10:00 am - 10:15 am
Concurrent Sessions 2 - 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Level Up: Summer and Extended Learning for All
Shifting mindsets, practices, and resources are three ways to level up extended learning opportunities for students. Explore research, best practices, and practical tips for creating quality summer learning programming. Get X-cited about X-tended learning!
Presenter:
Jeff Norris
Facilitator:
Sheila Jones
How Accurate is Your AIM? Don’t Miss the Target!
How can we be more intentional about ensuring our annual report card score is a true reflection of our school? Join us to discuss navigating the maze of data that is used to inform decisions and verifying the accuracy of data before it's used in determining your indicator scores. We will focus on cleaning up data to reveal an accurate graduation rate, creating plans for all graduates to earn a CCRI, and intervening to reduce chronic absenteeism. By engaging in collaborative dialogue, instructional leaders can design innovative and relevant plans for improvement while avoiding getting lost in the maze.
Presenter:
Joseph Garner
Facilitator:
Tiffany Yelder
Lunch 11:15 am - 11:45 pm
Concurrent Sessions 3 - 11:45 pm - 12:45 pm
Gratitude and Growth: Reflecting on Your School ACIP Journey So Far
As we approach the mid-point of the school year, it's time to reflect on the progress made through your Alabama Continuous Improvement Plan (ACIP). In this virtual session, participants will discuss structures to review their ACIP goals, assess progress toward key milestones, and identify areas for growth. We will provide data-driven tools and strategies to help leaders monitor school progress and make adjustments where needed, ensuring continued success for the remainder of the year. With a focus on gratitude for accomplishments and a growth mindset for future goals, this session will guide you through an effective mid-year ACIP review. Join us as we reflect on the journey so far and prepare for what’s next.
Presenter:
William Jones
Facilitator:
Sheila Jones
Support for Special Education Students in the General Education Setting
This session will explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning and other supports that can be used to enhance the learning experience for students with disabilities in the general education setting.
Presenter:
Sheila Bolling
Facilitator:
Tiffany Yelder
Break 12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Session 4 - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
PST: Where do I Begin?
Join us for a one-hour virtual professional development session on launching a Problem-Solving Team (PST) from the ground up. We'll cover the essentials of building a collaborative team, setting clear goals, and implementing a structured process for addressing student needs. Whether you're starting fresh or refining your approach, this session will provide practical steps to create an effective PST and support student success. Perfect for educators and school leaders looking to foster a proactive, solutions-oriented environment.
Presenters:
Wendy Arnold & Kristie Shankles
Facilitator:
Tiffany Yelder
Session 5 - 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Ultimate Survival Kit for New Curriculum Directors
Feeling isolated? Overwhelmed with responsibilities? Have you become an expert on the Alabama Literacy Act, Numeracy Act, and CCRI? We’re here to offer some essential survival tips to kick off the year. After that, we’ll discuss strategies for organizing, implementing, and sustaining the role of a K-12 Curriculum Director. If any of this resonates with you, we invite you to join us. Some of us are currently curriculum directors, while others have walked in your shoes. We’re here to support you!
Presenters:
Sheila Jones, Director of Curriculum and Instruction PK-8, Chambers County School District
Katie F. Dalrymple, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Colbert County Schools
Patrick Chappell, Publishers' Warehouse Business Operations Manager
Evelyn Nettles-Hines, Instructional Superintendent of Professional Development and Effective Educators, Birmingham City Schools
Lisa Adair, Assistant Superintendent for Instructional and Federal Programs, Butler County School System
Facilitator:
Demica Sanders
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