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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2025
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2025 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Monday, March 17
 

8:30am EDT

Morning Brew Huddle - Tactical Team Time
Monday March 17, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
FORUM
Join us for a dynamic start to our Live Learn Lead Conference with our **Morning Brew: Kickoff Breakfast & Planning Session**. Begin your day with a delicious coffee and danish breakfast while you network and collaborate with your team. This session will provide a unique opportunity to align on goals, strategize for upcoming events, and set the stage for a successful conference. Your active participation will ensure we all hit the ground running, ready to learn, lead, and achieve together. Don’t miss this energizing kickoff event!
Monday March 17, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
FORUM
  All Leaders, Learn

9:40am EDT

Coaching Matters (Secondary)- (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V017
Here is a link to the presentation.
Speakers
avatar for Javier Cabezas

Javier Cabezas

High School Math Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Javier Cabezas is the high school math specialist for Henrico County Public Schools. He is also a Desmos Fellow and always curious about how technology can serve as an accelerator for sound pedagogy.
RT
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V017
  All Content Supervisors, Learn

9:40am EDT

Section 504 Administrator: Legal & Practical Application Training (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V021
Speakers
avatar for Nisha Green-Jones

Nisha Green-Jones

504 Coordinator
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V021
  All Content Supervisors, Lead

9:40am EDT

New Math Standards for Elementary Leaders (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
FORUM
SLIDE DECK (MATH)

LITERACY SLIDE DECK

​Principal Meeting Getting Connected with the 2023 Standards​​​
Speakers
MD
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
FORUM
  All Leaders, Learn

9:40am EDT

Safety Office Overview (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1606
An overview of the safety office and how we support schools.
Speakers
JC
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1606
  All New Content Supervisors, Live

9:40am EDT

How to Deal with Book Challenges and Book Concerns – K-12 (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V030
Process and procedures for how to deal with parents concerns or challenges to books or materials.
Speakers
avatar for Rebecca Hardin

Rebecca Hardin

Education Specialist of Library Services, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V030
  ALL New Principals/ ASP, Lead

9:40am EDT

School Health Services: Partnering to Meet the Medical Needs of All Students
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1604
Speakers
RG
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1604
  All Principals, Live

9:40am EDT

CREM Teacher Credibility & Collective Efficacy (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1501
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Lewis

Tiffany Lewis

Chief, Division of Equity, Diversity, and Opportunity, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1501
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

9:40am EDT

Data Analysis & Application (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H102
Participants will learn about the importance of PDSA cycles in understanding and acting on school data. Presented by: Ann Marie Seely - Director of School Quality.
Speakers
RR
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H102
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

11:05am EDT

Supporting your Student Support Interventionist (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V021
Speakers
MA
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V021
  All Content Supervisors, Live

11:05am EDT

Updated School Counselor Performance Standards & Observation Tools (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V013
​Slide Deck​​​
Speakers
LP
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V013
  All Content Supervisors, Live

11:05am EDT

Building and Supporting Learner-Centered Communities with the Learner-Centered Observation Tool (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
FORUM
Speakers
avatar for Denise Clary

Denise Clary

Specialist, School Quality
avatar for Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson

School Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, Student Support and Wellness
avatar for Matthew Jones

Matthew Jones

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
CV
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
FORUM
  All Leaders, Learn

11:05am EDT

K-5 Core Curriculum (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H101
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H101
  All Leaders, Learn

11:05am EDT

How to Deal with Book Challenges and Book Concerns – K-12 (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V030
Process and procedures for how to deal with parents concerns or challenges to books or materials.
Speakers
avatar for Rebecca Hardin

Rebecca Hardin

Education Specialist of Library Services, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V030
  ALL New Principals/ ASP, Lead

11:05am EDT

Creating a PLC Culture (How to Start) (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H104C
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H104C
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

11:05am EDT

CREM Teacher Credibility & Collective Efficacy (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
1501
Speakers
avatar for Tiffany Lewis

Tiffany Lewis

Chief, Division of Equity, Diversity, and Opportunity, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
1501
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

11:05am EDT

Design, Delivery and Assessment of SDI for Secondary Ex Ed Students (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H102
Presentation and conversation will be based on addressing administrator questionsabout SDI gathered from a survey provided in advance.
Speakers
RH
CV
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
H102
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

11:05am EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V028
Understand the legal requirements and best practices for writing a prior written notice (PWN). Learn how a PWN can be as important as an IEP for documentating discussions and consdierations.
Speakers
KP
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
V028
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

11:05am EDT

Using Ellevation to Drive Instruction and Professional Learning (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
1604
Speakers
SM

Sarah Modrak

LIEP/ESL Education Specialist, Department of Teaching & Learning
Monday March 17, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

12:20pm EDT

Lunch
Monday March 17, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
FORUM
Monday March 17, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
FORUM

12:20pm EDT

Innovation HUB Playground
Monday March 17, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
Gallery Area
Join us during the lunch hour each day in the Innovation HUB Playground and dive into a tech adventure! This interactive, hands-on playground allows you to explore the latest technology tools available for schools through the Innovation HUBs. Our enthusiastic Innovative Learning Coaches (ILCs) will guide you in discovering how these tools can engage students in aligned deeper learning experiences, while also promoting STEM, digital literacy, and citizenship. Come play, get inspired, and learn how you can bring these exciting resources to your school this year with the support of our Innovation HUBs!


Speakers
avatar for Jon G

Jon G

Education Specialist, Innovative Learning, Department of Innovative Learning
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
Gallery Area
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

1:20pm EDT

Coaching Matters (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
FORUM
Here is a link to the presentation.
Speakers
AA
avatar for Javier Cabezas

Javier Cabezas

High School Math Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Javier Cabezas is the high school math specialist for Henrico County Public Schools. He is also a Desmos Fellow and always curious about how technology can serve as an accelerator for sound pedagogy.
KH
RT
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
FORUM
  All Content Supervisors, Learn

1:20pm EDT

Safety Administrator Training (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104C
This training is mandatroy for all Safety Adminstrators. The focus will be on safety protools and procedures for the 2024-25 school year.
Speakers
AW
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104C
  All Content Supervisors, Live

1:20pm EDT

Supporting your Student Support Interventionist (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104D
Speakers
MA
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104D
  All Content Supervisors, Live

1:20pm EDT

K-5 Core Curriculum (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H101
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H101
  All Leaders, Learn

1:20pm EDT

MDR: Understanding the process and role of an admin (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H102
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
CV
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H102
  All New Content Supervisors, Learn

1:20pm EDT

Safety Office Overview (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1606
An overview of the safety office and how we support schools.
Speakers
JC
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1606
  All New Content Supervisors, Live

1:20pm EDT

I'm an Improver Part I (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1501
Speakers
avatar for Denise Clary

Denise Clary

Specialist, School Quality
avatar for Rachel Nicholas

Rachel Nicholas

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1501
  ALL New Principals/ ASP, Lead

1:20pm EDT

ELEMENTARY HLP 2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V021
Join us for a targeted leadership session on "HLP2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners in Elementary Schools." This session will provide an in-depth look at the latest updates to the Henrico Learner Profile (HLP) and how they align with your current school plan. We will explore practical strategies for supporting the HLP in elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring a seamless integration that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability among young learners. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the HLP and clear action steps to implement in their schools for a successful academic year.

SLIDE DECK
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Lesley Hughes

Lesley Hughes

Chief of Learning, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V021
  All Principals, Live

1:20pm EDT

Effective Practices for Science Instruction (K-5) (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V030
Speakers
avatar for Meryl Butler

Meryl Butler

Elementary Science Coach, Henrico County Public Schools
I am the K-5 Science Instructional Coach for Henrico Schools, and I am an adjunct professor at Randolph Macon College. I am a certified EMT, and I ride on a volunteer basis right now because I have two dino tots (3yo and 2yo).I'm originally from Jamestown New York (home of Lucille... Read More →
avatar for Karen Hues

Karen Hues

Elementary Science Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V030
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

1:20pm EDT

EIP- Elementary Interventions & Plans for Success (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V013
Speakers
KC

Kara Chabora

Intervention Teacher, HCPS
I am a lead teacher at the New Bridge Learning Center Elementary Intervention Program. I have been with the program since it began at New Bridge, and I love working with students from all over the county. I especially enjoy integrating science and STEAM  into the curriculum.
SG

Stephanie Galindo

Lead Teacher
DG

Debbie George

Principal of Elementary Intervention Program, Department of Alternative Programs & Engagement
     I am dedicated to students experiencing and, more importantly, discovering success. With over 20 years of experience in education, including 7 years in alternative education, I continue to find immense joy in preparing students for opportunities in middle school, high school... Read More →
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V013
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Level Up Learning through Depth and Complexity (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1603
Take students beyond surface-level learning and ignite their critical thinking with Depth and Complexity! In this session, you will explore how to extend ELA standards and lessons through the “Thinking Icons” that guide students to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information. Participants will engage in activities that “level up” learning to meet the needs of all students!
Speakers
avatar for Jenna Conlee

Jenna Conlee

Gifted Specialist, Gifted
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1603
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

1:20pm EDT

UCBS Refresher (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V017
Session for all leaders to provide a refresher on the use and expectations of Unified Classroom Behavior Support.
Speakers
JB
avatar for Matthew Jones

Matthew Jones

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
JR
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V017
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Using Ellevation to Drive Instruction and Professional Learning (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1604
Speakers
SM

Sarah Modrak

LIEP/ESL Education Specialist, Department of Teaching & Learning
Monday March 17, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

2:45pm EDT

International Baccalaureate & Specialty Leadership (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V028
Speakers
avatar for Jenna Conlee

Jenna Conlee

Gifted Specialist, Gifted
avatar for April Craver

April Craver

IB Programs Education Specialist
SL

Stephanie Lambrecht

District Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Robbi Moose

Robbi Moose

Educational Specialist - Teaching and Learning, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V028
  All Content Supervisors, Learn

2:45pm EDT

K-5 Core Curriculum (Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H101
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H101
  All Leaders, Learn

2:45pm EDT

I'm an Improver Part II (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1501
Speakers
avatar for Denise Clary

Denise Clary

Specialist, School Quality
avatar for Rachel Nicholas

Rachel Nicholas

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1501
  ALL New Principals/ ASP, Lead

2:45pm EDT

ELEMENTARY HLP 2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V021
Join us for a targeted leadership session on "HLP2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners in Elementary Schools." This session will provide an in-depth look at the latest updates to the Henrico Learner Profile (HLP) and how they align with your current school plan. We will explore practical strategies for supporting the HLP in elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring a seamless integration that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability among young learners. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the HLP and clear action steps to implement in their schools for a successful academic year.
​SLIDE DECK​​​
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Lesley Hughes

Lesley Hughes

Chief of Learning, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V021
  All Principals, Live

2:45pm EDT

Creating a PLC Culture (How to Start) (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H104D
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H104D
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

2:45pm EDT

EIP- Elementary Interventions & Plans for Success (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V013
Speakers
KC

Kara Chabora

Intervention Teacher, HCPS
I am a lead teacher at the New Bridge Learning Center Elementary Intervention Program. I have been with the program since it began at New Bridge, and I love working with students from all over the county. I especially enjoy integrating science and STEAM  into the curriculum.
SG

Stephanie Galindo

Lead Teacher
DG

Debbie George

Principal of Elementary Intervention Program, Department of Alternative Programs & Engagement
     I am dedicated to students experiencing and, more importantly, discovering success. With over 20 years of experience in education, including 7 years in alternative education, I continue to find immense joy in preparing students for opportunities in middle school, high school... Read More →
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V013
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

MTSS (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V017
Join us for an informative session on the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), designed specifically for principals and their leadership teams. This session will cover the foundational concepts of MTSS, providing an overview of each tier and its implementation in schools with an emphasis on behavior and Intervention Teams. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, provide feedback, and gain additional insights into how MTSS can enhance student success and support. Whether you are new to MTSS or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively implement and sustain MTSS in your school.
Speakers
avatar for Matthew Jones

Matthew Jones

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
JR

Julian Rieder

MTSS Coordinator- Tier 2 & 3, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V017
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

Supporting Challenging Behaviors before an FBA (Live)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
FORUM
How to support behavior before an FBA
Speakers
MA
KP
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
FORUM
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

Systems for Monitoring Dropout and On-Time Graduation(Learn)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H102
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Sanchez-Coe

Nicole Sanchez-Coe

School Quality Coordinator, School Quality
Nicole Sanchez-Coe taught English for 18 years and has held a variety of positions such as Community Liaison, English 10 Team Leader, Admin Aide, and Equity Ambassador Sponsor. She attended Virginia Commonwealth University and graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities... Read More →
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H102
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

2:45pm EDT

Using Ellevation to Drive Instruction and Professional Learning (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1604
Speakers
SM

Sarah Modrak

LIEP/ESL Education Specialist, Department of Teaching & Learning
Monday March 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

4:00pm EDT

Teacher Support & Evaluation -Refresher (Lead)
Monday March 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:15pm EDT
FORUM
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1p7VXGgUt5IxVrEdhJ70tWqnuqSRN6QXktZfzbYXDSdU/edit?usp=sharing 
Speakers
avatar for Rich Hall

Rich Hall

Director of Elementary Education (Retired), Henrico County Public Schools
Monday March 17, 2025 4:00pm - 5:15pm EDT
FORUM
  All Leaders, Lead
 
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