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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2025
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2025 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Tuesday, July 22
 

8:15am EDT

Keynote Speaker- Dr. Amy Cashwell, Superintendent HCPS
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Auditorium
Speakers
DA

Dr. Amy Cashwell

Superintendent, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Auditorium
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Key Session

9:35am EDT

New AVR Programs
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:35am - 10:05am EDT
Auditorium
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Director of Alternative Programs and Engagement
Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:35am - 10:05am EDT
Auditorium
  Learning Environment, Key Session

10:15am EDT

Cornerstone Assessments for Middle Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1103
All secondary performance tasks are built to develop HLP skills. This session will be designed to meet and work with willling middle school administrators on developing a plan to implement the HCPS middle school cornerstone assessment program
Speakers
TS

Taylor Snow

Secondary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

From Participant to Coach, using disciplined inquiry to drive improvement through PDSA Cycles
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2213
If you want to truly understand something, try to change it. Join us to expand your learning on PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycles so you can foster continuous improvement, coach meaningful change, and achieve lasting, impactful results in your school. During the learning session, you will engage in a brief personal PDSA cycle where you will receive coaching on the process. Then, you will have the opportunity to coach a scenario that mirrors the processes you would see in your school.
Speakers
avatar for Lindsey Pantele
avatar for Cara Jean O'Neal

Cara Jean O'Neal

Educational Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
AH
avatar for Denise Clary

Denise Clary

Specialist, School Quality
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2213
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1105
Participants will learn the purpose, essential elements and legal implications of the Prior Written Notice. This session will include interactive activiities and a Q&A opportunity at the conclusion of the session.
Speakers
KM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

10:15am EDT

New Social Standards (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2102
Join the Elementary Social Studies Specialist for an overview of Virginia’s 2023 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), launching in the 2025–2026 school year. Designed for administrators, this session highlights key instructional shifts—like increased inquiry, vertical alignment, and deeper use of primary sources.  Explore how Henrico’s updated Instructional Guides support implementation and learn what to look for during classroom walkthroughs. You’ll leave with practical strategies to guide your staff, support planning, and ensure a smooth transition from the 2015 to the 2023 standards.

Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

10:15am EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Elementary)- REQUIRED
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1106/1107
This is a required session for all Principals and Associate Principals to review the 2025-2026 School Quality Process
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

10:15am EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Secondary Update
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1104
It has never been more important to track behavior interactions within your school climate. This session will provide updates and demos regarding updates for the Behavior Support dashboard (Kickboard). The information included will be conducive to the elementary school setting.
Speakers
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

10:15am EDT

ParentSquare: from basics to big ideas (New Leader- Required)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
Community Room
From simple posts and alerts to scheduling conferences and sending secure documents, ParentSquare is your school communication hub. Session participants will learn tips and strategies they can use immediately to streamline their communication process and make their messages more engaging. This is a “must see" for new administrators and anyone interested in previewing new features and taking their skills to the next level.
Speakers
LW

Larry Willis

Media Services
avatar for Eileen Cox

Eileen Cox

Chief of Communications, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Recommended/Required (New)

10:15am EDT

Rebranding: Student Support Interventionist (SSI)- REQUIRED FOR SCHOOLS WITH SSI
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1108
This session highlights the expanded direct 1:1 support Student Support Interventions (SSIs) will provide to students on their caseloads, alongside comprehensive campus-wide assistance. The goal is to equip SSIs with effective strategies and resources to support students to improve their behavior performance positively impacting their overall academic and attendance outcomes. Additionally, this session introduces a progress monitoring tool to manage interventions. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about innovative solutions that can enhance your school's intervention processes and support student success.
Speakers
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Marcella Armstrong

Marcella Armstrong

Education Specialist, Behavior Support
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1108
  Learning Environment, Required

10:15am EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (New REQUIRED)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
Speakers
AW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

10:15am EDT

Helping PLCs Get Off the Ground
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2203
Repete of 2024's Session. An overview of the best practices to help PLCs get off the ground. We cover some meeting facilitation basics and some protocols to help get PLCs started.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

How to Work with Almost Anyone
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2207/2208
Working relationships are critical to your success and happiness. Having safe, vital, and repairable are the hallmarks of a flourishing and resilient working relationship. Learn how to work more efficiently with your teams by facilitating a Keystone Conversation before you jump into the work you do!
Speakers
avatar for Taren Meekins

Taren Meekins

Coordinator, Professional Learning and Leadership, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2207/2208
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Teacher Licensure Cohort Informational Meeting with Principals
Tuesday July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
In the past two years, the HCPS Teacher Licensure Program has helped over 100 teachers earn their full teaching licenses. As we prepare to launch our third year, this session will focus on how school leaders can support teachers in the Teacher Licensure Cohort Program to successfully complete their coursework. Join us to learn about intentional approaches that can help you retain teachers in your building.
Speakers
WH
KJ

Kenya Jackson

Talent Acquisition Ambassador
JD

Jessica Dadey

HR Licensure Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Melanie Phipps

Dr. Melanie Phipps

Professional Learning Specialist, Henrico Schools
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 July 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

11:30am EDT

Lunch
Tuesday July 22, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Tuesday July 22, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

12:30pm EDT

Digging into the Data: Focus on Variation in Performance
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2105
Unlock your team's potential! Come learn how to more effectively coach and lead team meetings to pinpoint what's hindering student outcomes. Participants will analyze student and staff data to identify specific practices that create a variation within a process. They will then develop targeted next steps for team members to address the identified areas.
By the end of this session, you will gain practical coaching resources to guide your team in making informed decisions that support staff, improve student outcomes, and foster continuous improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Dondre Lightfoot

Dondre Lightfoot

Associate Principal, Varina High School
avatar for Stephanie Anderson

Stephanie Anderson

Associate Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Bill Caten

Dr. Bill Caten

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
SS
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2105
  Academic Achievement, All Leaders

12:30pm EDT

Leading the Shift: Understanding the 2023 Social Studies Standards
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1103
Participants will gain a high-level overview of the 2023 Virginia History and Social Science Standards of Learning in this session. Learn how these shifts impact classroom instruction, explore the inquiry-based approach, and discover how to support teachers during this transition. Walk away with the tools and understanding needed to lead confidently and foster meaningful, standards-aligned learning in your school.
Speakers
CL

Cat Latcovich

District Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1105
Participants will learn the purpose, essential elements and legal implications of the Prior Written Notice. This session will include interactive activiities and a Q&A opportunity at the conclusion of the session.
Speakers
KM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

New Social Standards (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2102
Join the Elementary Social Studies Specialist for an overview of Virginia’s 2023 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), launching in the 2025–2026 school year. Designed for administrators, this session highlights key instructional shifts—like increased inquiry, vertical alignment, and deeper use of primary sources.  Explore how Henrico’s updated Instructional Guides support implementation and learn what to look for during classroom walkthroughs. You’ll leave with practical strategies to guide your staff, support planning, and ensure a smooth transition from the 2015 to the 2023 standards.
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Elementary)- REQUIRED
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1106/1107
This is a required session for all Principals and Associate Principals to review the 2025-2026 School Quality Process
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

12:30pm EDT

Supporting our youngest students through the child find process: updates on ECSE evaluations
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2202
Undertanding Standard Operating Procedures for Early Childhood Special Education referrals and evaluations. Designating a point of contact for each school. Explaining the role of ECSE Diagnosticians.
Speakers
KD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2202
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Unpacking the ELA Learning Walk Tool
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2103
This session equips elementary school leaders to use the ELA Learning Walk Tool to observe and support high-quality literacy instruction. Participants will explore key look-fors across reading and writing and learn how to use a new digital version of the tool to collect and analyze data in real time. The enhanced tool will help school teams to identify trends and next steps for instructional improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Elementary Update
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1104
It has never been more important to track behavior interactions within your school climate. This session will provide updates and demos regarding updates for the Behavior Support dashboard (Kickboard). The information included will be conducive to the elementary school setting.
Speakers
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

ParentSquare: from basics to big ideas (New Leader- Required)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Community Room
From simple posts and alerts to scheduling conferences and sending secure documents, ParentSquare is your school communication hub. Session participants will learn tips and strategies they can use immediately to streamline their communication process and make their messages more engaging. This is a “must see" for new administrators and anyone interested in previewing new features and taking their skills to the next level.
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Recommended/Required (New)

12:30pm EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (New REQUIRED)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
Speakers
AW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

12:30pm EDT

How to Work with Almost Anyone
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2207/2208
Working relationships are critical to your success and happiness. Having safe, vital, and repairable are the hallmarks of a flourishing and resilient working relationship. Learn how to work more efficiently with your teams by facilitating a Keystone Conversation before you jump into the work you do!
Speakers
avatar for Taren Meekins

Taren Meekins

Coordinator, Professional Learning and Leadership, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2207/2208
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Leading with the Career Ladder
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1208/1209
Speakers
DM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1208/1209
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Unreasonable Hospitality: What the resturant industry can teach us about taking care of our staff and stakeholders.
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2203
This session is based on the book, Unreasonable Hospitality. This session will cover the key tenets of the book and talk about how to systematize showing appreciation for staff.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Crash Course in Exceptional Education for Brand New Administrators (REQUIRED SESSION)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2104
Participants will learn the basic procedures, timelines, and LEA responsiblities for brand new administrators
Speakers
avatar for Maggie Walsh

Maggie Walsh

Ex Ed Specialist, CO
Maggie is a Secondary Exceptional Education Coordinator for the East Region
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2104
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

Ex Ed Admin Refresher: Beyond the Basics
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1105
Leaders will discover the expectations and critical reponsibilities in their role as their school based exceptional education administrator.
Speakers
KP

Kristin Pepper

Education Specialist, Department of Exceptional Education, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Leading the Shift: Understanding the 2023 Social Studies Standards
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1103
Participants will gain a high-level overview of the 2023 Virginia History and Social Science Standards of Learning in this session. Learn how these shifts impact classroom instruction, explore the inquiry-based approach, and discover how to support teachers during this transition. Walk away with the tools and understanding needed to lead confidently and foster meaningful, standards-aligned learning in your school.
Speakers
CL

Cat Latcovich

District Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

New Social Standards (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2102
Join the Elementary Social Studies Specialist for an overview of Virginia’s 2023 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), launching in the 2025–2026 school year. Designed for administrators, this session highlights key instructional shifts—like increased inquiry, vertical alignment, and deeper use of primary sources.  Explore how Henrico’s updated Instructional Guides support implementation and learn what to look for during classroom walkthroughs. You’ll leave with practical strategies to guide your staff, support planning, and ensure a smooth transition from the 2015 to the 2023 standards.
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Secondary)- REQUIRED
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1106/1107
This is a required session for all Principals and Associate Principals to review the 2025-2026 School Quality Process
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

1:55pm EDT

Supporting our youngest students through the child find process: updates on ECSE evaluations
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2202
Undertanding Standard Operating Procedures for Early Childhood Special Education referrals and evaluations. Designating a point of contact for each school. Explaining the role of ECSE Diagnosticians.
Speakers
KD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2202
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Unpacking the ELA Learning Walk Tool
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2103
This session equips elementary school leaders to use the ELA Learning Walk Tool to observe and support high-quality literacy instruction. Participants will explore key look-fors across reading and writing and learn how to use a new digital version of the tool to collect and analyze data in real time. The enhanced tool will help school teams to identify trends and next steps for instructional improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Legal Requirements when disciplining SWD (including MDR and procedural safeguard protections)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2207/2208
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
WH
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2207/2208
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Rebranding: Student Support Interventionist (SSI)- REQUIRED FOR SCHOOLS WITH SSI
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1108
This session highlights the expanded direct 1:1 support Student Support Interventions (SSIs) will provide to students on their caseloads, alongside comprehensive campus-wide assistance. The goal is to equip SSIs with effective strategies and resources to support students to improve their behavior performance positively impacting their overall academic and attendance outcomes. Additionally, this session introduces a progress monitoring tool to manage interventions. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about innovative solutions that can enhance your school's intervention processes and support student success.
Speakers
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Marcella Armstrong

Marcella Armstrong

Education Specialist, Behavior Support
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1108
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (Returning- REQUIRED)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
Speakers
AW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Summer Engagement & Next Steps
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1208/1209
Speakers
DJ
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1208/1209
  Learning Environment, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

Helping PLCs Get Off the Ground
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2203
Repete of 2024's Session. An overview of the best practices to help PLCs get off the ground. We cover some meeting facilitation basics and some protocols to help get PLCs started.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Supporting Early-Career Teachers
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
Do you remember the highs and lows of your first year as a teacher? Now, couple that with higher mental health issues of young people, social media drama, and navigating the vast number of resources in HCPS, our early-career teachers often overcommit and feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and burned out. How can we teach them to go from drowning to riding the wave? Come to this session to learn tailored supports and intentional techniques that help early-career teachers to "
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 July 22, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (Returning- REQUIRED)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:30pm EDT
2109/2110
Speakers
AW
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:30pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

3:20pm EDT

Crash Course in Exceptional Education for Brand New Administrators (REQUIRED SESSION)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2104
Participants will learn the basic procedures, timelines, and LEA responsiblities for brand new administrators
Speakers
avatar for Maggie Walsh

Maggie Walsh

Ex Ed Specialist, CO
Maggie is a Secondary Exceptional Education Coordinator for the East Region
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2104
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

Leading the Shift: Understanding the 2023 Social Studies Standards
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1103
Participants will gain a high-level overview of the 2023 Virginia History and Social Science Standards of Learning in this session. Learn how these shifts impact classroom instruction, explore the inquiry-based approach, and discover how to support teachers during this transition. Walk away with the tools and understanding needed to lead confidently and foster meaningful, standards-aligned learning in your school.
Speakers
CL

Cat Latcovich

District Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

New Social Standards (Elementary)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2102
Join the Elementary Social Studies Specialist for an overview of Virginia’s 2023 History and Social Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), launching in the 2025–2026 school year. Designed for administrators, this session highlights key instructional shifts—like increased inquiry, vertical alignment, and deeper use of primary sources.  Explore how Henrico’s updated Instructional Guides support implementation and learn what to look for during classroom walkthroughs. You’ll leave with practical strategies to guide your staff, support planning, and ensure a smooth transition from the 2015 to the 2023 standards.
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Secondary)- REQUIRED
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1106/1107
This is a required session for all Principals and Associate Principals to review the 2025-2026 School Quality Process
Speakers
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

3:20pm EDT

See the system that produces the current outcomes
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2216
Explore how the performance of any system is shaped by the interactions between its people, tools, and processes. This session delves into the Central Law of Improvement, which states that every system is perfectly designed to achieve the results it gets. Understand how a system, defined as an interconnected set of elements organized to achieve a common purpose, can be analyzed and optimized to produce better outcomes. Join us to gain insights into the dynamics of systems and learn strategies for effective improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Gordon

Julie Gordon

School Quality Coordinator, HCPS Office of School Quality
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 →
AM

Adria Mayo

School Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
JG

Jehan Gabrual

Associate Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2216
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Unpacking the ELA Learning Walk Tool
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2103
This session equips elementary school leaders to use the ELA Learning Walk Tool to observe and support high-quality literacy instruction. Participants will explore key look-fors across reading and writing and learn how to use a new digital version of the tool to collect and analyze data in real time. The enhanced tool will help school teams to identify trends and next steps for instructional improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Elementary Update
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1104
It has never been more important to track behavior interactions within your school climate. This session will provide updates and demos regarding updates for the Behavior Support dashboard (Kickboard). The information included will be conducive to the elementary school setting.
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avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

Legal Requirements when disciplining SWD (including MDR and procedural safeguard protections)
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2207/2208
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
WH
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2207/2208
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Summer Engagement & Next Steps
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2105
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Tina Alsop

Dr. Tina Alsop

Director of Federal Programs, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Dr. Jennifer Rucker

Director of Alternative Programs and Engagement
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2105
  Learning Environment, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

How to Work with Almost Anyone
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
Community Room
Working relationships are critical to your success and happiness. Having safe, vital, and repairable are the hallmarks of a flourishing and resilient working relationship. Learn how to work more efficiently with your teams by facilitating a Keystone Conversation before you jump into the work you do!
Speakers
avatar for Taren Meekins

Taren Meekins

Coordinator, Professional Learning and Leadership, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
Community Room
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Leading with the Career Ladder
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1208/1209
Speakers
DM
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1208/1209
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Unreasonable Hospitality: What the resturant industry can teach us about taking care of our staff and stakeholders.
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2203
This session is based on the book, Unreasonable Hospitality. This session will cover the key tenets of the book and talk about how to systematize showing appreciation for staff.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Koontz

Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Tuesday July 22, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders
 
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