Strong feedback only matters if it leads to action. In this interactive session, leaders will examine examples of instructional feedback, identify areas needing refinement, and practice revising feedback using the PPE (Point, Prove, Explain) method to increase clarity, accountability, and impact. Participants will engage in real-world scenarios and leave with practical strategies for moving feedback conversations from compliance to measurable improvement in classroom practice. Where possible, participants should bring a recent example of feedback they have provided to a teacher.
Strong Professional Learning Communities don’t happen by chance—they are built through intentional leadership, clear structures, and a relentless focus on learning. In this session, leaders will explore how to strengthen PLCs by setting a clear vision, using data to drive decisions, and fostering collaboration that leads to improved instruction and student outcomes. Participants will learn practical strategies for leading productive team conversations, building collective accountability, and ensuring PLC time results in meaningful action. This session is designed to equip school leaders with tools to move PLCs from routine meetings to high-impact engines for continuous improvement.
Effective leadership begins with informed decision-making. Discover how to transform assessment data into actionable insights using Synergy Analytics to support student achievement, instructional planning, and school improvement. This session will also provide timely updates on Virginia's accountability system and emerging guidance from the Virginia Department of Education, giving leaders the knowledge and tools they need to stay ahead of changes and lead with purpose.
This session highlights the journeys of two schools that achieved significant growth during the 2025–2026 school year. Through an honest reflection on challenges, successes, and lessons learned, participants will explore how a focus on priorities, intentional leadership moves, and consistent follow-through helped drive positive outcomes for students and staff. Using the FIRST Framework, presenters will share practical strategies, key decisions, and leadership practices that transformed vision into results. Attendees will leave with actionable insights they can apply in their schools as they work to build and sustain their winning seasons.
Go beyond the framework and into the work. In this interactive session, you'll take a deeper look at the Teaching & Learning Framework, explore what it looks like in practice, and make meaningful connections to your role as an instructional leader. Through discussion and application, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of how the framework can guide leadership decisions and strengthen teaching and learning across your school.
All leaders are required to attend this session during one of the available time slots.
