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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2025
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2025 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Tuesday, March 18
 

8:00am EDT

Keynote Speaker- Dr. Amy Cashwell, Superintendent HCPS
Tuesday March 18, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
FORUM
Speakers
DA
Tuesday March 18, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
FORUM
  Key Session

8:30am EDT

MTSS Framework (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
FORUM
Get ready for a dynamic session on "MTSS: The Framework," where experts from various departments will share rapid-fire insights on the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). In just a few minutes, you'll grasp how MTSS permeates throughout the division and how it should be utilized in each building. Discover the key MTSS components and practical strategies to help you implement MTSS in your school, creating an inclusive environment and enhancing educational outcomes for all students, staff, and families.
Speakers
avatar for Matthew Jones

Matthew Jones

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Director of Alternative Programs and Engagement
MS
Tuesday March 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
FORUM
  Key Session, Live

9:40am EDT

K-5 Core Curriculum (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H101
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H101
  All Leaders, Learn

9:40am EDT

BLISS? Learning a BLISSFUL way to support students with challenging behaviors (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V005
Description of the BLISS program (profile of students and interventions) for administrators who may not be familiar with the program. Learn to think about student consequences using a new lens. **Required if you are a new Ex Ed leader with a BLISS program** Appropriate for admin who may not have a BLISS program in their school - profile of BLISS student, how BLISS works.
Speakers
MA
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V005
  All New Content Supervisors, Live

9:40am EDT

Crash Course in Exceptional Education for Brand New Administrators (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V021
​Slide Deck​​​
Speakers
BA
MW
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
V021
  All New Content Supervisors, Learn

9:40am EDT

MDR: Understanding the process and role of an admin (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H102
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
CV
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
H102
  All New Content Supervisors, Learn

9:40am EDT

Threat Assessment Leader(NEW) (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1606
This training is for all (NEW) TA leaders from their school and is mandatory. The training will focus on the HCPS Threat Assessment policies and procedures, including updates for the 2024-25 school year.
Speakers
KM
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1606
  All New Content Supervisors, Live

9:40am EDT

Family & Community Engagement (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1501
Speakers
NB
avatar for Seth Knight

Seth Knight

Family & Community Engagement Specialist, Division of Family and Community Engagement
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1501
  Choice for all leaders, Live

9:40am EDT

HCPS Attendance: Principles and Processes
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1604
Participants will learn about the Guiding Principles for Improving School Attendance and how they should be used in their schools. They will also learn about HCPS requirements for implementing a system for monitoring and impacting attendance. Presented by Ann Marie Seely - Director of School Quality.
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Live

9:40am EDT

Trauma Informed Behavior De-Escalation for All Administrators (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
FORUM
Slide Deck
Speakers
AJ
Tuesday March 18, 2025 9:40am - 10:55am EDT
FORUM
  Choice for all leaders, Live

11:05am EDT

School Quality Kick-off 2024
Tuesday March 18, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
FORUM
Leaders will get an overview of the 24-25 School Quality Process with their assigned School Quality representative.
Schedule:
  • 11:00 - 12:00 - Breakout Sessions 
  • 12:00 - 12:20 - Principals of Federally Monitored Schools - report back to Forum for reminders and info about federal monitoring.

Breakout Room Assignments

  • Seely/Nicholas - Forum

  • Sanchez & Wingfield - H102

  • Perry & Daniels - 1604

  • Clary & Jackson - 1603

  • Catan & Szakal - 1606


Speakers
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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 11:05am - 12:20pm EDT
FORUM

12:20pm EDT

Lunch
Tuesday March 18, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
FORUM
Tuesday March 18, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
FORUM

12:20pm EDT

Innovation HUB Playground
Tuesday March 18, 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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 12:20pm - 1:20pm EDT
Gallery Area
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

1:20pm EDT

Updated School Counselor Performance Standards & Observation Tools (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V017
Slide Deck
Speakers
LP
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V017
  All Content Supervisors, Learn

1:20pm EDT

MIDDLE SCHOOL HLP 2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V021
Join us for a focused leadership session on "HLP2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners in Middle Schools." This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Henrico Learner Profile (HLP) and how they intersect with your current school plan. We will delve into practical strategies for supporting the HLP in middle schools for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring a smooth integration that promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability among students. Attendees will walk away with a solid understanding of the HLP and actionable 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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V021
  All Principals, Live

1:20pm EDT

Decreasing Chronic Absenteeism and Increasing Engagement for Students Experiencing Homelessness (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V005
In school leadership, we view chronic absenteeism as a problem. And as we work to maintain accreditation and fulfill school quality plans - it is! But to adequately address chronic absenteeism - we need to recognize that in reality, chronic absenteeism is but a symptom. And to really get to heart of a cure, we must dive deep beneath the waters to discover and treat the underlying problems that manifest as chronic absenteeism. Join us to learn about practices and strategies to implement in the classroom and the school community that will increase engagement for students who are homeless and decrease chronic absenteeism – even before it starts.
Speakers
LA
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V005
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Digital Safety Tools; Securly and Anonymous Alerts: Overview on how to utilize these tools to assist with safety concerns. (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1606
Speakers
KM
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1606
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Effective Building Level PL with the Professional Learning Facilitation Guide (Lead)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
FORUM
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
FORUM
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

1:20pm EDT

Family & Community Engagement (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1501
Speakers
NB
avatar for Seth Knight

Seth Knight

Family & Community Engagement Specialist, Division of Family and Community Engagement
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1501
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Getting Started with Gen AI: An Introduction for Leaders (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V013
Get started with Generative AI in this leadership-focused session. We’ll define Gen AI, debunk myths, and discuss its ethical use in education. Learn about key AI tools through hands-on activities and discover how to apply these innovations in school administration. We’ll conclude with resources for your continued learning in AI integration.
Speakers
avatar for Jon G

Jon G

Education Specialist, Innovative Learning, Department of Innovative Learning
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
DO
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
V013
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

1:20pm EDT

HCPS Attendance: Principles and Processes
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1604
Participants will learn about the Guiding Principles for Improving School Attendance and how they should be used in their schools. They will also learn about HCPS requirements for implementing a system for monitoring and impacting attendance. Presented by Ann Marie Seely - Director of School Quality.
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Level Up Learning through Depth and Complexity (Lead)
Tuesday March 18, 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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
1603
  Choice for all leaders, Lead

1:20pm EDT

Tier II/III Intervention Teams (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104D
Speakers
JR

Julian Rieder

MTSS Coordinator- Tier 2 & 3, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:35pm EDT
H104D
  Choice for all leaders, Live

1:20pm EDT

Safety Administrator Training (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:45pm 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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 1:20pm - 2:45pm EDT
H104C
  All Content Supervisors, Live

2:45pm EDT

Coaching Matters (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V017
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.
JC
KH
RT
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V017
  All Content Supervisors, Learn

2:45pm EDT

International Baccalaureate & Specialty Leadership (Lead)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H102
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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H102
  All Content Supervisors, Lead

2:45pm EDT

Safety Administrator Training (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm 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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H104C
  All Content Supervisors, Live

2:45pm EDT

K-5 Core Curriculum (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H101
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
H101
  All Leaders, Learn

2:45pm EDT

HIGH SCHOOL HLP 2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V021
SLIDE TEXT
Join us for a specialized leadership session on "HLP2.0: Innovating for LifeReady Learners in High Schools." This session will offer a thorough overview of the latest updates to the Henrico Learner Profile (HLP) and how they align with your current school plan. We will explore effective strategies for supporting the HLP in high schools for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring a cohesive integration that enhances critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability among students. Attendees will leave with a deep understanding of the HLP and clear, actionable steps to implement in their schools for a successful academic year.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Lesley Hughes

Lesley Hughes

Chief of Learning, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V021
  All Principals, Live

2:45pm EDT

Decreasing Chronic Absenteeism and Increasing Engagement for Students Experiencing Homelessness (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V005
In school leadership, we view chronic absenteeism as a problem. And as we work to maintain accreditation and fulfill school quality plans - it is! But to adequately address chronic absenteeism - we need to recognize that in reality, chronic absenteeism is but a symptom. And to really get to heart of a cure, we must dive deep beneath the waters to discover and treat the underlying problems that manifest as chronic absenteeism. Join us to learn about practices and strategies to implement in the classroom and the school community that will increase engagement for students who are homeless and decrease chronic absenteeism – even before it starts.
Speakers
LA
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
V005
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

Digital Safety Tools; Securly and Anonymous Alerts: Overview on how to utilize these tools to assist with safety concerns. (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1606
Speakers
KM
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1606
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

MTSS (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1604
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
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
1604
  Choice for all leaders, Live

2:45pm EDT

Supporting New Teachers (Learn)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
FORUM
During this session, leaders will learn about intentional ways they can support and retain new teachers, especially in their first years of teaching.

Speakers
avatar for Sarah Slaughter

Sarah Slaughter

Educational Specialist of Professional Learning and Leadership, Henrico County Public Schools
Dr. Sarah Morris Slaughter's purpose and passion is helping people to serve others (i.e. students, teachers, admininistrators, educators, colleagues) from an authentic place through the vehicle of professional learning. She has served in numerous capacities to include a middle school... Read More →
Tuesday March 18, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
FORUM
  Choice for all leaders, Learn

4:00pm EDT

DRHO: 2024-2025 Code of Student Conduct & Site-based Training (Live)
Tuesday March 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:15pm EDT
FORUM
In this session, participants will learn about the changes to the 2024-2025 Code of Student Conduct, as well as the discipline process as it relates to the Disciplinary Review Hearing Office (DRHO).

Slide Deck
Speakers
TB
DC
avatar for Dr. William Noel, Sr.

Dr. William Noel, Sr.

Administrator, Central Office - SSDRO
Tuesday March 18, 2025 4:00pm - 5:15pm EDT
FORUM
  All Leaders, Lead
 
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