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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T124500Z
DTEND:20261202T133000Z
SUMMARY:Registration & Light Buffet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEAL
LOCATION:Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T133000Z
DTEND:20261202T145000Z
SUMMARY:Shawn Kanungo - Keynote Speaker
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:Virginia Room\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/dd040673461e2f4b570a44874fb827c6
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:“Digging Deep”: Creating Teacher-Media Specialist Partnerships to Enrich Primary Source Learning
DESCRIPTION:This session shares how a social studies teacher and media specialist partnered to bring authentic primary sources into the history classroom\, beginning with a Progressive Era gallery walk built from early 20th-century artifacts discovered in a grandmother’s basement.&nbsp\;\n\n\nSession participants will explore a practical collaboration model\, learn co-planning routines\, and practice curating document sets. The session will flow from story to demonstration to hands-on design\, with attendees interacting through paired curation\, small group discussion\, and inquiry-task creation. Educators will leave with templates\, scaffolds\, and a rollout plan for sustainable primary-source integration.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/e58b534de86c36da8797e5b191f9e121
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Margins: The Hammer\, the Heart\, & the Power of Great Teams
DESCRIPTION:Every team needs both a Hammer and a Heart. Join two assistant principals as they share practical strategies for building trust\, embracing diverse leadership styles\, navigating conflict\, and strengthening collaboration. Through reflection and real-world examples\, participants will discover how to move beyond individual roles and build stronger PLCs\, departments\, leadership teams\, and school communities.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/fdadaae270304b56d058c8735cccf0b5
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Empowering Teacher Growth Through CHOICE: Evidence-Based Tools for Personalized Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:CHOICE\, administered by Virginia Ed Strategies\, has positively impacted nearly 1200 educators from 125 Virginia school divisions since 2021. Research evidence is clear that the model and its custom tools and resources have empowered teachers of all grade levels to reflect on practices\, grow professionally\, and implement new strategies in their classrooms. Attend this session to learn from fellow Virginia educators who participated in CHOICE\, directly engage in activities to utilize CHOICE tools and resources\, and gain FREE access to these resources for yourself and up to 50 peers. &nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/5bd643723fe22f40f769198fc46e1338
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:From Blueprint to Scale: Building a Year-Long Instructional Coaching Program
DESCRIPTION:What does a high-impact instructional coaching program look like from September to June? This session takes you inside the real year-long partnership between&nbsp\;Prince George County Public Schools&nbsp\;and the&nbsp\;Collaborative Teaching and Learning (CTLG) Group\,&nbsp\;from the initial blueprint and coach training to quarterly Lab Days\, just-in-time virtual coaching\, midpoint data reviews\, and a Year 2 sustainability plan. Walk away with a field-tested framework and tools you can adapt for your school or division.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/81b8221d7ad323eed8eabfb465207023
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:From Evaluation to Ecosystem: Reframing the Work of Educator Growth
DESCRIPTION:Most educators experience evaluation as something done to them. This practical\nsession reframes observation as one part of a living learning ecosystem that grows adults at every level. We move beyond forms to the conditions that actually develop people: Culture\, trust\, collaboration\, dialogue\, peer conversation\, norms\, and meeting structures. You will explore an approach that works with whatever evaluation model your district uses and leave with practices to strengthen one part of your ecosystem.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony E\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/aa7ee619407d59b145b2d7f0c4127d9d
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:From Observation to Impact: Using Evidence and AI for Feedback
DESCRIPTION:Strong instructional leadership requires more than observing classrooms—it requires turning evidence into meaningful action. In this highly practical session\, participants will explore strategies for collecting high-quality evidence\, crafting actionable feedback\, and using generative AI to support observation analysis and communication. Through collaborative activities and real-world scenarios\, leaders will hone strategies and processes that improve the quality\, consistency\, and efficiency of feedback while promoting teacher growth and improved student learning.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/9f77961ab865ed3be29a57aa1d6aa448
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Interdisciplinary Project Based Learning in High School? It is Possible!
DESCRIPTION:Interdisciplinary teaching is rare in the siloed world of high school\, but what if we could design project-based learning experiences that robustly address multiple disciplines' standards while infusing authenticity\, fostering collaboration\, and sparking joy? Join two teacher teams - one ninth-grade and one tenth-grade - to learn how they took on this challenge and what their results have demonstrated about the promise of project-based learning in a standards-based world.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/1462df832300bec8cf1c2ab53bf586bc
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Lead by Involving: Turn Meetings Into Learning and Action Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Educators do not need more meetings\; they need the meetings they already have to create stronger learning\, ownership\, and action. This session introduces facilitative leadership as leading by involving others to not just participate\, but to co-create. Participants will experience practical ways to make meetings\, PLCs\, workshops\, and retreats more purposeful\, participatory\, and action-oriented&nbsp\;while leaving with at least one strategy they can apply immediately.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/ae3fa05d6b42325706845be36c9dd40b
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Radical Alignment: Shared Ownership for School Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Wellbeing cannot thrive in silos. This session\nexplores how self-awareness\, strong\nprofessional relationships\, and shared\nownership strengthen collective wellness\nacross roles. Participants examine how\nunderstanding emotions and intentionally\nempowering educator wellbeing moves schools\nbeyond fragmented initiatives toward coherent\,\naligned practices. These practices deepen\nculture and collaboration\, support the whole\nperson\, and sustain meaningful learning and\nleadership over time.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/b4356e89a031f344702969dab8d8cb60
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Release the (Learning) Kraken! Summoning Student Engagement from the Depths of Distraction
DESCRIPTION:Rising tides of student apathy and disengagement can make it feel like your ship is sinking. Grab a life preserver and steer your crew to success in this entertaining\, insightful session. Explore the neuroscience that informs a myriad of easy-to-implement techniques any educator can use to increase student engagement and content retention\, regardless of learning gifts or challenges. Have fun while filling your sails with strategies that foster equity and success to help educators and students enjoy smooth sailing.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/b5fd73620eacb4f139ee8028f7fc68ff
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Seeing Beyond the Benchmark: Using Student Thinking to Guide Intervention
DESCRIPTION:Participants will engage in a highly interactive learning experience that blends discussion\, reflection\, movement\, and hands on exploration. Throughout the session\, participants will engage in instructional strategies such as Four Corners\, partner and table discussions\, AEIOU reflection\, and analysis of student work and student thinking. They will share perspectives\, discuss instructional implications\, and reflect on connections to their own classrooms\, schools\, and districts. Participants will observe and analyze classroom lessons through the lens of authentic learning\, productive struggle\, and learning progressions\, then explore resources that surface evidence of student thinking and support instructional decision making. Opportunities for whole group debriefs\, collaborative conversations\, and guided exploration ensure participants remain actively engaged with the presenter\, their peers\, and the content throughout the session
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/9c80125de8c4bdd712765b0a3d81af84
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:The Missing Piece: Character and Leadership Development in Today's Schools
DESCRIPTION:Discover practical\, research-based strategies for building character\, leadership\, and a positive school culture through everyday teaching and learning. This interactive session will explore how educators can intentionally develop essential character traits\, increase student engagement\, and strengthen relationships without adding another initiative. Participants will leave with actionable strategies\, collaborative ideas\, and an implementation plan they can immediately apply to foster student success and create lasting\, schoolwide impact.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/30b2ec07262007c32c8546cf08689e8c
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T151000Z
DTEND:20261202T162000Z
SUMMARY:Who’s Doing the Talking? Designing Learning Experiences That Amplify Learner Thinking and Discourse
DESCRIPTION:Learning is deepest when learners actively construct meaning through thinking\, questioning\, and academic discourse. This interactive session explores how purposeful questioning\, structured discourse routines\, and the 5E Learning Cycle (Engage\, Explore\, Explain\, Elaborate\, Evaluate) create learner-centered experiences that promote critical thinking\, collaboration\, and conceptual understanding. Through modeling\, analysis\, and collaborative design\, participants will examine high-quality learner discourse in action and leave with practical strategies to amplify learner voice and foster meaningful\, sense-making conversations across diverse learning environments.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/1a068aa50767656bc2e3e675e70573cb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Addressing Virginia's Most Urgent K–12 Challenges: Action Projects That Transform Schools
DESCRIPTION:Address the root causes of Virginia's most urgent K–12 challenges- chronic absenteeism\, literacy gaps\, mental health concerns\, and teacher burnout- by restoring meaning\, agency\, and belonging in the school experience. This session introduces the award-winning Solutionary Framework\, a free tool that engages these challenges through student-led\, community-connected action projects. Explore concrete project examples\, hear impact stories from students and teachers\, examine essential design components\, and leave with practical strategies and free resources for any grade level\, subject area\, or role.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/9c0873159148a789c5da049d6f6e0b7c
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? Scaling CS Professional Learning
DESCRIPTION:Are you smarter than a fifth grader - or prepared to teach what Virginia’s elementary students are expected to learn in computer science? Through an interactive challenge\, participants explore concepts from Virginia’s revised K–5 Computer Science Standards and examine the need for scalable professional learning for educators. Presenters will share lessons from prior initiatives and introduce competency-based micro-credentials that support meaningful\, interdisciplinary integration of computer science. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and a framework for building educator capacity.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/decd04925547d34b7da4720baf27926a
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Becoming an Unshakeable Educator: The Hidden Habits Behind Resilience\, Joy\, and Lasting Impact
DESCRIPTION:In today's schools\, resilience isn't about working harder—it's about working from a stronger foundation. Discover the hidden habits that help exceptional educators stay calm\, connected\, and energized even in the face of constant change. Grounded in neuroscience\, positive psychology\, and human motivation\, this interactive session will equip you with practical strategies to build resilience\, cultivate joy\, and create lasting impact for yourself and those you serve.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/99e0e3037cf612a2c836f10e8afb39b1
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond Aspirational Goals: Aligning Resources for Transformative Change
DESCRIPTION:Equity-centered goals are unlikely to produce transformative outcomes unless people\, time\, funding\, and materials are intentionally aligned to support them. In this interactive workshop\, participants will complete a guided activity from the book Disrupt\, Design\, Deliver to examine a current school or district initiative through an equity and resource-management lens. Participants will identify the problem being addressed\, consider whose perspectives and expertise are needed\, and determine whether existing resource decisions create the conditions for implementation\, adaptation\, and sustained impact for every learner.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/28070337983a41b3a89a2600d4a66c02
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Can Supervisors Be Coaches? Navigating the Intersection of Accountability and Growth
DESCRIPTION:Can educational leaders effectively balance accountability and growth? This interactive session explores the intersection of supervision\, evaluation\, mentoring\, and coaching. Participants will examine research on trust\, feedback\, and adult learning while engaging in discussions\, case studies\, and practical activities. Attendees will gain strategies for conducting growth-focused conversations\, building trust during evaluation processes\, and fostering a culture where accountability and professional development work together to improve educator performance and student outcomes.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/f0419c52c0af35a7c4feb1e38b48d43a
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Changing the Playbook: Empowering Teacher Leaders to Drive Instructional Change
DESCRIPTION:Every great team needs more than one coach. Discover how our school changed the playbook by intentionally developing teacher leaders to lead professional learning\, facilitate peer collaboration\, and champion instructional improvement. This session is valuable for school teams\, so bring members of your instructional leadership team or teacher leaders to reflect\, learn\, and plan next steps for your own context. Leave with strategies to build leadership capacity\, foster collective ownership\, and create a team that drives lasting instructional change.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/b8f44cb52736d091c6496fe00eb280a9
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Collaborate. Elevate. Activate: Building Coherent Systems for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Moving beyond the margins means moving beyond isolated initiatives to create a unified system where every decision supports teaching\, learning\, and student success. This session shares how Nelson County Middle School and Nelson County High School aligned leadership\, instructional practices\, master scheduling\, PLCs\, data teams\, and high-quality instructional materials to strengthen instructional coherence and cultivate a positive school culture. Participants will explore strategies that fostered stronger educator collaboration\, increased student engagement and attendance\, reduced discipline referrals\, and created the conditions for continuous improvement. Attendees will leave with practical tools\, adaptable resources\, and leadership strategies to strengthen outcomes in their own schools and divisions.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony E\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/6cf7a030acf73f0921ea5c641563e1fe
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:From Data to Impact: Leading HQIM Implementation Through PLCs
DESCRIPTION:Explore how Lynchburg City Schools used the Virginia Language Arts Walkthrough Tool data to strengthen K–8 HQIM implementation and redesign PLCs around intellectual preparation. This session highlights change-management moves used by division leaders\, school leaders\, coaches\, and teachers\, including leader and coach PL\, job-embedded PLC supports\, and practical tools participants can adapt in their own divisions.\n&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:From Initiative Fatigue to Focused Shared Action
DESCRIPTION:When everything feels important\, teams can struggle to focus and follow through. This session introduces facilitative leadership as a way to help educators make sense of competing priorities\, clarify what matters most\, and move toward focused shared action. Participants will experience a practical structure they can use with leadership teams\, departments\, and professional learning communities.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/494e4a08d34159b9b21a64c6f9f51116
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Getting from Good to Great: Leveraging Short-Term Coaching Cycles for Student Achievement
DESCRIPTION:Short-term content coaching cycles with grade-level teams are a powerful tool to boost educator effectiveness\, student achievement\, and collective teacher efficacy. This session highlights the partnership between Prince Edward County Schools and TNTP through the Comprehensive State Literacy Development (CLSD) grant\, leveraging the TNTP Good to Great Coaching Model. Participants will explore the design\, data-driven execution\, and impact of these high-leverage literacy cycles\, moving beyond theory to actively plan and launch short-term content coaching within their own school or divisions.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/3ecbec1e9e24a7763be9e9d39f3e78ee
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Hope Is More Than a Feeling: The Science That Predicts Student Achievement
DESCRIPTION:Everyone wants motivated students. Few know what actually creates them. Discover the surprising science of hope and why it may be the missing variable behind achievement\, resilience\, and engagement. Measure your own hope and learn how to measure students\, explore the research\, and leave with practical strategies and tools that build agency and transform learning. You'll never think about student motivation the same way again.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/1fdb297579c3a1e2d3354520f693e530
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Lead Like a System\, Not a Superhero
DESCRIPTION:Women leaders often carry the connective tissue of educational systems: translating vision\, supporting people\, solving problems\, coaching adults\, and keeping the focus on students. But when leadership depends on individual heroics\, improvement becomes fragile and leaders become exhausted. This session explores how women education leaders can move from personal rescue to system design\, creating routines that turn activity into meaningful impact for teaching and learning.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/f93c3a55b87739fe12687162ca07f678
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T164000Z
DTEND:20261202T175000Z
SUMMARY:Storylines That Stick: Designing Learning That Inspires Inquiry and Impact
DESCRIPTION:Discover how storylines and Design Thinking can transform standards into engaging learning experiences that build curiosity\, collaboration\, and student ownership. Through interactive activities and real classroom examples from Virginia's first elementary STEM Lab School\, participants will learn a practical framework for creating authentic\, community-connected learning experiences. Attendees will leave with planning tools\, AI prompts\, and ready-to-use strategies adaptable across grade levels and content areas.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/92372bcd8042d7db9c140e80905a75dd
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T175000Z
DTEND:20261202T185000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch (Provided) + Sponsor Raffles + Networking
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEAL
LOCATION:Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/a923e6bf8d6193834c497538904ff105
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond Evaluation: Cultivating Feedback to Elevate Leadership\, Teaching\, and Learning
DESCRIPTION:Feedback is most powerful when it extends beyond the evaluation process and serves as an ongoing collaboration that strengthens professional practice and improves student outcomes. This interactive session explores how educators can cultivate meaningful feedback practices that elevate leadership\, teaching\, and learning.\nParticipants will examine five essential elements of effective feedback: leading with clarity\, being specific and actionable\, ensuring timeliness\, building constructive support\, and creating space for reflection and response. Through authentic scenarios\, collaborative discussions\, and practical tools\, participants will explore how the five elements of effective feedback can strengthen collaborative practices and support continuous improvement.\nDesigned to support educators across educational levels\, this session provides a practical framework\, with evidence-based tools and resources\, for building a shared language that shifts feedback from evaluation to a culture of meaningful collaboration.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/b4ecd54d0a668cfd4c764775a27d2c72
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Margins: Protecting Teacher Capacity Through Human-Centered Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning into building leadership shouldn't mean losing sight of classroom realities. While student success is the ultimate goal\, even top initiatives fail when they overwhelm the teachers expected to execute them.\nLed by two former instructional leaders turned school administrators\, this session focuses on a crucial truth: you cannot support students without protecting your teachers. Participants will learn how to audit workloads\, eliminate non-essential tasks\, and build sustainable systems that honor teacher time—ensuring student achievement goes hand-in-hand with preventing burnout.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1e356812fd80c102f4bd073aafeee4a0
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/1e356812fd80c102f4bd073aafeee4a0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Data to Action: Environmental Literacy Projects Elevate Literacy\, Numeracy\, and Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Literacy Action Projects engage students in real-world\, applied learning—and in doing so\, create authentic demand for reading\, writing\, data analysis\, and quantitative reasoning across content areas. Grounded in IHE’s Solutionary Framework and place-based learning research\, this session equips K–12 educators with a pedagogical approach that elevates academic skills\, deepens engagement\, and connects students to their communities. This approach transforms student agency\, optimism\, and engagement while enhancing school-community connections for all stakeholders. Free framework and resources.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cc8fad2e59796cc2aa47905fc4082631
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/cc8fad2e59796cc2aa47905fc4082631
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Embracing the Friction: Guiding PLCs Through Productive Struggle to Peak Performance
DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Friction: Guiding PLCs Through Productive Struggle to Peak PerformanceThis presentation equips administrators to coach Professional Learning Communities past roadblocks\, transforming collaborative tension into growth. We focus on three core pillars:\nTraining Facilitators:&nbsp\;Equipping leaders to foster collaboration\, set clear expectations\, and design effective agendas.Leading Data Discussions:&nbsp\;Guiding impactful\, student-centered conversations around instructional data.Admin Accountability:&nbsp\;Providing administrators with practical frameworks to effectively manage\, support\, and hold PLCs accountable.Learn how to navigate the friction and guide your teams to peak performance!
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:48922620c5d1f6269d0e7cfa2309df5a
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/48922620c5d1f6269d0e7cfa2309df5a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Every Day Counts: Engaging Students to Improve Attendance and Achievement
DESCRIPTION:Discover practical strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism by increasing student engagement and strengthening school culture. Participants will explore proven approaches that improve attendance\, decrease discipline concerns\, and support student academic achievement. Leave with actionable tools and an implementation plan to help every student show up\, engage\, and succeed.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:266b2677c55e708f05009f750585b5c9
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/266b2677c55e708f05009f750585b5c9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Growing Success: How Mindset Shapes Self-Efficacy and Motivation
DESCRIPTION:Discover how fostering a growth mindset can strengthen self-efficacy\, increase motivation\, and promote resilience in learners. This session will explore the research behind growth mindset and its impact on academic achievement and personal growth. Participants will learn practical strategies for cultivating a growth-oriented learning environment and will leave with actionable tools to help students embrace challenges\, persist through setbacks\, and build confidence in their ability to succeed.Powered by Froala Editor
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7912b46a2e1f5538d2214be0f33738d6
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/7912b46a2e1f5538d2214be0f33738d6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Hit the Jackpot: Enhancing the Learning Environment
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to roll the dice and “hit the jackpot” in this high-energy\, Vegas-themed session where learning and luck go hand in hand! Through an interactive game\, participants will explore how environment and culture impact student success. By following a student’s daily experiences\, attendees will analyze brain-based strategies\, select interventions\, and bet on outcomes. Discover how intentional changes can improve student regulation\, increase engagement\, and drive academic achievement.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a0ab26f3b1df39ab89dff634d34930a8
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/a0ab26f3b1df39ab89dff634d34930a8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Leading with Compassion: Mindsets that Empower People and Systems
DESCRIPTION:Educators are reaching breaking points and need greater meaning\, clarity\, and psychological safety. Leaders play a vital role in shaping the conditions where people can thrive. Grounded in the&nbsp\;Teachers as Facilitator Mindsets (Garmston & McKanders)\, this interactive session explores how leaders' mindsets influence trust\, resilience\, and collective intelligence. Participants will experience practical shifts and leave with tools they can immediately apply to build psychologically safe\, empowered\, and self-directed teams.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:10fbbf66fa90ed3d2109f02ffdd86a5f
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/10fbbf66fa90ed3d2109f02ffdd86a5f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Living Neurodivergent: Experiential Learning for Inclusive Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Goals & Subject Matter:\nThis immersive professional development session invites educators to step into the lived experiences of neurodivergent students. Rather than exclusive lecture-based learning\, participants will engage in hands-on scenario activities where they are assigned roles and experience authentic challenges neurodivergent students face daily: sensory overload from fluorescent lights and ambient noise\, social anxiety around peer judgment and misperception\, executive function demands\, and processing differences. Teachers will navigate real classroom situations like taking timed tests under distracting conditions\, participating in group discussions while managing sensory input\, and experiencing the emotional weight of being perceived as "different."\n\n\nPractical Applications & Outcomes:\nParticipants will develop empathy-based understanding of neurodivergent experiences and identify concrete\, evidence-based classroom modifications: sensory-friendly spaces\, flexible testing accommodations\, structured social interactions\, and communication strategies. Teachers will leave with actionable strategies to reduce barriers\, create psychologically safe environments\, and support neurodivergent learners' academic and social success.\n\n\nSession Flow & Interaction:\nThe session opens with immersive role-play scenarios\, moves into facilitated small-group debriefs\, and concludes with collaborative action planning where teachers design specific classroom modifications. Participants interact through experiential activities\, peer reflection\, and co-creation of inclusive practices.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:383cb9f6a8d258aaabd4db7e1fd6cc00
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/383cb9f6a8d258aaabd4db7e1fd6cc00
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:New Teacher Needs: How to Support New Teachers in All the Ways
DESCRIPTION:Teaching is a challenging profession. No matter how much preparation one has\, there are so many moving pieces and it can be overwhelming. This session will explore many of the non-academic challenges teachers face (student engagement\, data collection\, management of paperwork\, etc.) and discuss ways to address those challenges.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony E\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:db38c9ed023a9fb4632927508228590f
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/db38c9ed023a9fb4632927508228590f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Read\, Imagine\, Design: When Stories Meet STEM
DESCRIPTION:What if a story could launch your students' next great STEM discovery? Discover how picture books inspire hands-on STEM challenges that build creativity\, critical thinking\, and problem-solving skills. Explore authentic classroom examples\, student work\, and practical resources while learning how digital tools can extend student learning. Leave with ready-to-use ideas you can implement immediately in your classroom.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:75ada5f6a86028db641f0aec49df656e
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/75ada5f6a86028db641f0aec49df656e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Targeted Tier 2 Interventions in Sixth Grade: An Improvement Science Approach for Small Group Success
DESCRIPTION:A targeted Tier 2 model for sixth‑grade success shows how sequencing executive functioning\, academic habits\, and self‑regulation supports can reduce failing grades and discipline referrals. Participants will learn a practical\, replicable small‑group structure grounded in improvement science and walk away with concrete routines\, PDSA‑aligned tools\, and strategies for strengthening MTSS implementation through integrated supports.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fc96afd3acdf7781d8dc3a13dd0648d9
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/fc96afd3acdf7781d8dc3a13dd0648d9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T185000Z
DTEND:20261202T200000Z
SUMMARY:Transforming PLCs into High-Impact Collaborative Teams
DESCRIPTION:Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) have the power to transform teaching and learning when they move beyond compliance to &nbsp\;collaboration. This interactive session equips educators with practical strategies\, data-driven protocols&nbsp\; and collaborative tools to facilitate meaningful PLC conversations that improve instruction and increase student achievement. Participants will leave with ready-to-use resources and an action plan for building high-impact PLCs focused on continuous improvement and measurable results.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ad293e688acbfd4f8c28d068a4aeba6a
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/ad293e688acbfd4f8c28d068a4aeba6a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261202T202000Z
DTEND:20261202T213000Z
SUMMARY:Virginia Regional Teachers of the Year - Panel Speakers
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:Virginia Room\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:8306993283a654ce2cd04f72e9174605
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/8306993283a654ce2cd04f72e9174605
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T124500Z
DTEND:20261203T133000Z
SUMMARY:Light Buffet Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEAL
LOCATION:Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a3459a1e1f7bc72be514bd58ffdd181e
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/a3459a1e1f7bc72be514bd58ffdd181e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Access Before Assessment: Building SOL Mastery Through Accommodations\, SDI\, Engagement\, and Consistency
DESCRIPTION:In many cases\, students with disabilities are capable of mastering grade-level standards\, but barriers prevent them from showing it. This interactive session introduces the Access Before Assessment framework\, demonstrating how accommodations provide immediate access while Specially Designed Instruction builds skills\, confidence\, and independence. Designed for teachers\, specialists\, and administrators\, participants will explore practical strategies across content areas\, strengthen classroom consistency\, preserve rigor\, and leave with actionable approaches for improving access\, engagement\, achievement\, and state assessment performance for students with disabilities.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:032b37af316f9940118fbdf51dc4c77e
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/032b37af316f9940118fbdf51dc4c77e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the "Sit & Get": A Pathway to Independence using purposeful EdTech in a self-paced classroom.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a jam-packed session on how a self-paced & blended learning structure can transform your instruction & build pathways for independence. Learn how to&nbsp\;purposefully&nbsp\;use EdTech (we share our faves!).&nbsp\;This is not a "sit and get" session\; it is a hands-on masterclass. So\, bring your devices\, your questions\, and a beverage because you will experience a self-paced structure firsthand and leave with ideas to implement immediately. Did we mention all the free swag we have? See you inside!
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fc89a5c10e5683863fb356ddd5647603
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/fc89a5c10e5683863fb356ddd5647603
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Margins: Aligning Tier 1 Instruction Through a Shared POP
DESCRIPTION:Learn how a Virginia school division used Tier 1 instructional data to develop a district-wide Problem of Practice that aligns improvement efforts across schools. Participants will explore a practical process for collecting and analyzing needs assessment data\, identifying high-leverage instructional priorities\, and creating a shared focus for continuous improvement. Attendees will leave with tools and templates they can use to build coherence\, strengthen instructional leadership\, and move beyond fragmented initiatives.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:24003ec9d403938e17bcca1bdf2dc508
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/24003ec9d403938e17bcca1bdf2dc508
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Collaborative Problem-Solving Across the Margins of PK-12 School Disciplines
DESCRIPTION:When educators work in isolation\, complex student needs fall through the cracks. This interactive session challenges practitioners of all disciplines and leadership levels to step "beyond the margins" of their individual roles. Through a hands-on mock school leadership simulation\, participants will practice cross-disciplinary problem-solving\, learn to advocate for their specialty's unique perspective\, and build consensus. Attendees will walk away with concrete strategies to cultivate collaborative\, holistic\, and highly effective school teams.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:baf7dbc5273df7e7d0789807dcce01c1
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/baf7dbc5273df7e7d0789807dcce01c1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Creating Historical Thinkers: Think Deeply\, Question Boldly
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session equips history and social science educators with research-based strategies to move beyond content coverage and cultivate students' historical thinking for success in an ever-changing\, 21st-century world. Participants will explore inquiry-based instruction\, primary source analysis\, perspective-taking\, evidence-based argumentation\, and culturally responsive practices through modeling\, collaboration\, and authentic classroom examples. Attendees will leave with practical\, ready-to-implement strategies that promote deeper learning\, meaningful student engagement\, and informed civic participation.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:77ce025077fcff67cea83fb71bd7642d
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/77ce025077fcff67cea83fb71bd7642d
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Designing Coaching for Schools Designed to Innovate
DESCRIPTION:Lab Schools require coaching models that go beyond traditional instructional coaching cycles. Learn how Smith Tech School of Computer Science\, Innovation\, & Design\, in partnership with Old Dominion University\, designed\, piloted\, and refined an innovative coaching framework that integrates inquiry\, computational thinking\, design thinking\, computer science\, and interdisciplinary instruction. Participants will explore implementation lessons\, coaching resources\, and strategies for building educator capacity through sustainable coaching systems.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e196eb485eede04f7ef6b2102ead74ce
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/e196eb485eede04f7ef6b2102ead74ce
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Developing AI-Fluent Learners
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony E\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2db959d47dff647dc87672aca8169eff
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/2db959d47dff647dc87672aca8169eff
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Every Day Counts: School-Wide Interventions to Reduce Chronic Absenteeism
DESCRIPTION:Chronic absenteeism requires an intentional\, school-wide response. Drawing on research and hands-on school leadership experience\, this session explores targeted strategies to engage students and families. Participants will learn how to leverage data-driven interventions and nurture a proactive culture of attendance. You will walk away with actionable tools to combat absenteeism\, strengthen family partnerships\, and ensure every student comes to school ready to learn.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:df8f82a55f448b6a42acfdfcb4bfe4e8
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/df8f82a55f448b6a42acfdfcb4bfe4e8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:From Resistance to Ownership: Moving Educators Beyond Buy-In
DESCRIPTION:Buy-in means people agree with the plan. Ownership means people feel responsible for the outcome. Most school improvement efforts stall in the gap between the two\, and leaders respond with reminders\, checklists\, and follow-up that quietly train staff to wait for direction. In this interactive session\, participants will use the Levels of Engagement continuum (sabotage\, defiance\, compliance\, buy-in\, ownership\, commitment\, leadership) to map where the educators they support actually are\, diagnose the unmet need underneath the resistance\, and identify one right-sized move to shift a person or team one level forward. You will leave with a practical diagnostic tool you can use Monday morning.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:da46a33fb00fd64c10348bfb2289951e
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/da46a33fb00fd64c10348bfb2289951e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Math Is Figure-Out-Able: Building Strategic Thinkers Through Reasoning-Based Math Instruction
DESCRIPTION:The Math Is Figure-Out-Able approach and professional learning platform support a powerful shift from teaching steps and algorithms to fostering strategic reasoning\, flexible thinking\, and deep conceptual understanding. This session introduces the Developing Mathematical Reasoning framework\, showing how students build number sense\, make connections\, and reason authentically. Through hands-on tasks\, educators explore how students use relationships\, represent thinking\, and apply strategies confidently. Participants leave with practical ideas and pedagogical approaches that strengthen instruction—grounded in the belief that Math is FigureOutAble!
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e8dc01439ee2a41a24dfa63056108d98
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/e8dc01439ee2a41a24dfa63056108d98
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Unlock the Power of eMediaVA: Free SOL-Aligned Resources for Every Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join educators from WHRO Public Media to explore eMediaVA\, Virginia’s free\, premiere digital content library\, designed to support SOL-aligned instruction across all grade levels and subject areas. &nbsp\;Participants will learn how to effectively navigate eMediaVA\, discover high-quality resources\, and integrate ready-to-use media into lessons. &nbsp\;Walk away with resources to enhance instruction and engage students.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9eb243356d297bd97463e3005fdfcb4c
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/9eb243356d297bd97463e3005fdfcb4c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T131500Z
DTEND:20261203T142500Z
SUMMARY:Vocabulary Strategies for All Students
DESCRIPTION:Strong vocabulary instruction is essential for improving reading comprehension and academic success across all content areas. In this interactive session\, participants will explore research-based strategies for explicitly teaching vocabulary\, increasing student engagement\, and promoting meaningful word learning. Educators will leave with practical\, classroom-ready techniques that can be implemented immediately to strengthen vocabulary instruction\, support language development\, and enhance students' understanding and use of academic language in everyday learning.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c565a65b8d740712b220a45d29edaae7
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/c565a65b8d740712b220a45d29edaae7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond Compliance: Why Traditional Discipline Fails and What Actually Changes Student Behavior
DESCRIPTION:You follow the discipline process\, assign consequences\, and document the incident—yet the behavior returns\, often because students no longer view consequences as meaningful. This interactive session introduces the Effective vs. Ineffective Behavior framework\, an evidence-informed approach to disrupting cycles of discipline. Grounded in PBIS\, restorative practices\, feedback theory\, and relationship-centered classroom management\, participants will examine the function of behavior\, distinguish accountability from punishment\, practice reflective questioning\, teach effective alternatives\, preserve instructional access\, strengthen student dignity\, and promote lasting behavioral growth.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b6e148ce8c31cf30d8c29fb361117aa3
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/b6e148ce8c31cf30d8c29fb361117aa3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Creating Classrooms Worth Attending: An Instructional Coaching Framework
DESCRIPTION:Students rarely skip places where they feel successful\, connected\, and valued. This session reframes attendance as an instructional issue and explores how coaches can increase student engagement and belonging through intentional coaching practices. Participants will learn an engagement-focused coaching framework and leave with observation tools\, coaching questions\, and practical strategies to create classrooms students don't want to miss.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9b6149d3138c9a7088efa0420249c7b0
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/9b6149d3138c9a7088efa0420249c7b0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Differentiation That Works: Practical Tools for the Gifted Classroom and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Bridging theory and practice\, this interactive K-12 session empowers educators to understand gifted characteristics and asynchronous development. Participants will master differentiation techniques and acquire a turnkey toolkit of actionable classroom strategies. Through polls\, case studies\, and rapid action-planning\, attendees will collaborate to elevate rigor and support high-ability learners.\nOutcomes:&nbsp\;Diagnose asynchronous needs\, design tiered frameworks\, and immediately implement three practical strategies or share them with school-wide peers.\nPowered by Froala Editor
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bad9460724bf8c11650879e699c1649f
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/bad9460724bf8c11650879e699c1649f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:From Activity to Impact: What Every Leader Is Actually Paid to Do
DESCRIPTION:Rather than measuring leadership solely by outcomes\, participants will learn to evaluate whether they are intentionally building the conditions that consistently produce those outcomes.\n\n\nAttendees will leave with immediately applicable tools\, reflection protocols\, and practical resources they can use the very next day.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0d056eff6081d0a084a0531b8d8989a5
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/0d056eff6081d0a084a0531b8d8989a5
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:From Compliance to Connection: What a State Trooper Taught Me About School Leadership
DESCRIPTION:What can school leaders learn from a former Virginia State Trooper? This engaging session explores five practical leadership lessons that help build trust\, strengthen relationships\, and navigate difficult conversations. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion\, participants will learn strategies for de-escalation\, understanding behavior\, fostering consistency\, and leading through connection rather than compliance. Attendees will leave with actionable tools to improve school culture and support students\, staff\, and families.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater A\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:From Mission to Exhibition: Signature Projects that Make Learning Visible
DESCRIPTION:How do we move beyond engaging projects to learning experiences where students clearly demonstrate what they know\, how they think\, and why their work matters? This session highlights the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore (AAES)\, Virginia's first aerospace-focused College Partnership Lab School\, where students from multiple public school divisions are selected through a lottery system. Grounded in Visible Learning and authentic workforce experiences\, AAES developed a Signature Project Framework that immersed students in engineering design\, scientific investigation\, technical writing\, collaboration\, prototype development\, and public exhibition. Participants will explore the instructional design process\, assessment strategies\, and implementation lessons before beginning to design their own Signature Project.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Tidewater C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/e073c0322540e39fefdf26eb0efc22cf
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:I’ve Been Teaching a While—Now What? Growth\, Purpose\, & Impact for Experienced Educators
DESCRIPTION:After years in the classroom\, you may be asking\, “Now what?” While experience may bring expertise\, it can also bring new wonderings related to your growth\, purpose\, and a path forward.\n\n\nIn this session\, you will consider approaches to professional growth beyond “getting better.” We’ll explore pathways such as elevating your instructional expertise\, broadening your impact through teacher leadership\, mentoring colleagues\, and reconnecting with your work. Through structured reflection and intentional planning\, you’ll leave with actionable next steps for the journey.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont B\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5619ee0e571a8191333e86b0c804e1f8
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/5619ee0e571a8191333e86b0c804e1f8
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Inclusive by Design: Shifting the Lift for Disengaged Students
DESCRIPTION:Instructional and teacher leaders have the power to create learning environments where all students thrive. In this interactive session\, participants will explore inclusive systems and AVID strategies that re-engage students academically\, behaviorally\, and socially while maintaining high expectations. Through case studies and collaborative activities\, attendees will gain practical tools to increase student ownership\, voice\, and accountability and leave with actionable strategies to strengthen instruction and lead future-ready\, student-centered learning.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony D\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/cbe76e44d3c9090595b1f7ca1a7dc4f1
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Lead with S.T.E.P.S.: Building Sustainable Systems for Lasting Change
DESCRIPTION:Leading change is one thing. Sustaining it is another. In this interactive session\, participants will explore the S.T.E.P.S. Leadership Framework\, a practical approach for moving initiatives from implementation to long-term impact. Through research-based strategies and collaborative activities\, leaders will learn how to build capacity\, strengthen systems\, and create structures that support lasting change. Participants will leave with actionable tools and a personalized plan for implementation.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Allegheny C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:497ce429a61b48f28ca3b2c9d786f249
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/497ce429a61b48f28ca3b2c9d786f249
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:The Ninth Grade Initiative: Building a Successful Foundation for Students and Schools
DESCRIPTION:Freshmen have the highest rates of discipline\, failure\, retention\, and truancy. &nbsp\;If a school alters its ninth grade culture\, it can transform itself from the bottom up. &nbsp\;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. &nbsp\;Learn how the Ninth Grade Initiative model can turn your Ninth Grade Problem into the Ninth Grade Opportunity!
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Colony E\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ba3393ab0e9ad3bbddc557bd8f6fb511
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/ba3393ab0e9ad3bbddc557bd8f6fb511
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T144500Z
DTEND:20261203T155500Z
SUMMARY:Turn Up the Volume: Leveraging Student Voice to Elevate Instructional Clarity
DESCRIPTION:Discover how student voice can become a powerful driver of instructional clarity and engagement\, and create more equitable learning experiences. Through authentic student survey data\, collaborative learning\, and AVID-aligned strategies\, participants will explore practical ways to turn student feedback into meaningful improvements in teaching and learning. Attendees will leave with actionable tools\, a continuous improvement process\, and a plan for creating consistent instructional practices that better support every student's success.
CATEGORIES:COMMON
LOCATION:Piedmont C\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2a3e27d61fdcfc25899c0021e615f2dc
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/2a3e27d61fdcfc25899c0021e615f2dc
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DTSTAMP:20260912T154702Z
DTSTART:20261203T161500Z
DTEND:20261203T173000Z
SUMMARY:Krystal Allen - Keynote Speaker
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:Virginia Room\, Williamsburg Lodge\, 310 S England St\, Williamsburg\, VA 23185
SEQUENCE:0
UID:57c9a341404c6c468b1fb5f0c414f8d3
URL:http://vatll2026.sched.com/event/57c9a341404c6c468b1fb5f0c414f8d3
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