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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2025
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2025 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Wednesday, March 19
 

8:20am EDT

Keynote Speaker- Hamish Brewer
Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:20am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
Wednesday March 19, 2025 8:20am - 9:45am EDT
FORUM

9:45am EDT

Threat Assessment Leader(RETURNING) (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
This training is for all (RETURNING) TA leaders from their school and is mandatory. The training will foucs on the HCPS Threat Assessment policies and procedures, including updates for the 2024-25 school year.
Speakers
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
1606

9:45am EDT

Crash Course in Exceptional Education for Brand New Administrators (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Slide Deck​​​
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
H104C

9:45am EDT

Danger to Self or Others: HCPS Suicide Risk Screening & Threat Assessment Processes (live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Slide Deck​​​
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
V028

9:45am EDT

New ELA & Math Standards for Secondary Leaders (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
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.
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
FORUM

9:45am EDT

Effective Building Level PL with the Professional Learning Facilitation Guide (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
V030

9:45am EDT

Exploring new ELA Standards (K-5) (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
H101

9:45am EDT

Family Engagement - Secondary Focus (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Family engagement may look different as learners move from childhood to adolescence. This session explores engagement at the secondary level through reflective discussion and activities. Participants will gain understanding and practical approaches to engaging families through relationships with adolescent learners.
Speakers
avatar for Seth Knight

Seth Knight

Family & Community Engagement Specialist, Division of Family and Community Engagement
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
1501

9:45am EDT

Getting Started with Gen AI: An Introduction for Leaders (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
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
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
V013

9:45am EDT

Let's Make a Deal! Regulate, Relate, Reason: Preschool Behavior Edition (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
Prizes! Games! FUN!

Come on down for a fun workshop with our Early Learning Preschool Clinical Services Providers focusing on developmentally appropriate expectations, strategies, and interventions for preschool students! We will lead a discussion of what is typical preschool behaviors and incorporate the effects trauma has on the brain, which we know are key elements when dealing with our youngest learners.

This workshop will explore different tools and techniques to promote the development of secure relationships and enhance age-appropriate self-regulation, and social-emotional development.



This workshop will highlight developmental milestones, behavioral interventions, trauma-informed interventions, social-emotional development, and the importance of secure relationships.



Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Baker LCSW-S,RPT, NCCSW

Stephanie Baker LCSW-S,RPT, NCCSW

Clinical Service Provider/ School Social Worker
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
V021

9:45am EDT

Tier 1 Behavior: PBIS (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
SLIDE DECK​​​
Speakers
Wednesday March 19, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am EDT
V017

11:10am EDT

Leading with Gen AI: Solutions for Leadership Tasks (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Unlock the potential of Generative AI for school leadership tasks. Dive into practical applications that streamline decision-making and administrative processes. Engage with leading AI tools through hands-on demonstrations, and leave equipped with insights and resources to continue your AI leadership journey.
Speakers
avatar for Jon G

Jon G

Education Specialist, Innovative Learning, Department of Innovative Learning
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
1604

11:10am EDT

Safety Administrator Training (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
This training is mandatroy for all Safety Adminstrators. The focus will be on safety protools and procedures for the 2024-25 school year.
Speakers
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
V021

11:10am EDT

Section 504 Administrator: Legal & Practical Application Training (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Nisha Green-Jones

Nisha Green-Jones

504 Coordinator
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
1603

11:10am EDT

Creating a PLC Culture (How to Start) (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
H104D

11:10am EDT

Data Analysis & Application (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
1606

11:10am EDT

Ex Ed Admin Refresher: Beyond the Basics (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Slide Deck
Slide Deck 2
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
H104C

11:10am EDT

Exploring new ELA Standards (K-5) (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
H101

11:10am EDT

Legal Q & A topics (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
1501

11:10am EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
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
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
V028

11:10am EDT

Supporting New Teachers (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
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 →
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
V017

11:10am EDT

UCBS Refresher (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
Session for all leaders to provide a refresher on the use and expectations of Unified Classroom Behavior Support.
Speakers
avatar for Matthew Jones

Matthew Jones

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 11:10am - 12:25pm EDT
H102

12:25pm EDT

Lunch
Wednesday March 19, 2025 12:25pm - 1:25pm EDT
Wednesday March 19, 2025 12:25pm - 1:25pm EDT
FORUM

12:25pm EDT

Innovation HUB Playground
Wednesday March 19, 2025 12:25pm - 1:25pm EDT
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
Wednesday March 19, 2025 12:25pm - 1:25pm EDT
Gallery Area

1:25pm EDT

Leading with Gen AI: Solutions for Leadership Tasks (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Unlock the potential of Generative AI for school leadership tasks. Dive into practical applications that streamline decision-making and administrative processes. Engage with leading AI tools through hands-on demonstrations, and leave equipped with insights and resources to continue your AI leadership journey.
Speakers
avatar for Jon G

Jon G

Education Specialist, Innovative Learning, Department of Innovative Learning
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
V013

1:25pm EDT

Building and Supporting Learner-Centered Communities with the Learner-Centered Observation Tool (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
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
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
1501

1:25pm EDT

School Health Services: Partnering to Meet the Medical Needs of All Students (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
1604

1:25pm EDT

Exploring new ELA Standards (K-5) (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
H101

1:25pm EDT

Exploring Teacher Support & Evaluation (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Rich Hall

Rich Hall

Director of Elementary Education (Retired), Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
FORUM

1:25pm EDT

Level Up Learning through Depth and Complexity (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
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
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
1603

1:25pm EDT

Retaining and Developing Teachers with the HCPS Career Ladder (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
avatar for Tracie Weston

Tracie Weston

Director of Professional Learning & Leadership, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
V021

1:25pm EDT

Supporting Challenging Behaviors before an FBA (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
How to support behavior before an FBA
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
V028

1:25pm EDT

Systems for Monitoring Dropout and On-Time Graduation (Learn)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
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 →
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
H102

1:25pm EDT

Tier II/III Intervention Teams (Live)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
Speakers
JR

Julian Rieder

MTSS Coordinator- Tier 2 & 3, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 1:25pm - 2:40pm EDT
V017

2:50pm EDT

HR & Legal Updates (Lead)
Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:50pm - 4:10pm EDT
Speakers
LT

Leslie Traylor

HR Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday March 19, 2025 2:50pm - 4:10pm EDT
FORUM

4:10pm EDT

Team Debrief & Planning
Wednesday March 19, 2025 4:10pm - 4:25pm EDT
Leaders will meet as small group school teams to maximize, synthesize, and apply learning sessions for the day. Location will be determined by building principals.
Wednesday March 19, 2025 4:10pm - 4:25pm EDT
FORUM
 
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