Multilingual Learner success is not the responsibility of a single teacher or department; it is the work of an entire school community. This session will explore how principals and division leaders can leverage WIDA ACCESS data, cultivate a language-rich school culture, and identify high-impact instructional practices during classroom observations that support language development across all content areas. Participants will learn practical strategies for building staff ownership of multilingual learner success and creating systems that ensure every educator contributes to students' language growth. Join us as we examine how strong leadership, intentional practices, and collective responsibility can lead to improved ACCESS outcomes and greater academic achievement for Multilingual Learners.
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.
Winning schools don't rely on individuals. They win the game through systems that create shared responsibility for student success. Join us in the pre-game huddle to strategize instructional and operational systems for next school year. All coaches will leave with game-ready plays that can be easily implemented to win the championship.
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.
Join this interactive, game-based session where school leaders will explore the essential practices that drive successful and inclusive special education programs. Through a Jeopardy-style format, participants will test their knowledge, learn practical leadership strategies, and discover winning moves related to compliance, collaboration, inclusive practices, High-Leverage Practices, and supporting students in the least restrictive environment. Leaders will leave with actionable tools and resources they can immediately apply in their schools. No materials are required—just bring your device, your experience, and a willingness to play, learn, and lead to win!
