VATLL Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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8:15am EST

Developing AI-Fluent Learners

Thursday December 3, 2026 8:15am - 9:25am EST

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Speakers

Eric Carbaugh

Journal Editor, James Madison University

Dr. Eric Carbaugh is an award-winning professor in the Department of Middle, Secondary, and Mathematics Education at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA, where he instructs both undergraduate and graduate courses. As an educational consultant, he has worked with teachers... Read More →

Thursday December 3, 2026 8:15am - 9:25am EST
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9:45am EST

The Ninth Grade Initiative: Building a Successful Foundation for Students and Schools

Thursday December 3, 2026 9:45am - 10:55am EST

Colony E

Freshmen have the highest rates of discipline, failure, retention, and truancy. If a school alters its ninth grade culture, it can transform itself from the bottom up. This change happens when teachers are empowered to meet student needs, when the school focuses on impacting student worldview, and when the essential freshman transition components are implemented into all ninth grade classes. Learn how the Ninth Grade Initiative model can turn your Ninth Grade Problem into the Ninth Grade Opportunity!

Speakers

Scott Habeeb

Coordinator of Alternative and Online Programs, Salem City Schools

Scott Habeeb has worked for Salem (VA) City Schools since 1997. He served at Salem High for 26 years, as a teacher and principal. In 2023, Scott was appointed Coordinator for Alternative and Online Programs, where he serves as the alternative school principal while overseeing online... Read More →

Thursday December 3, 2026 9:45am - 10:55am EST
Colony E

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VATLL Annual Conference

8:15am EST

Eric Carbaugh

9:45am EST

Scott Habeeb

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