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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2025
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2025 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Wednesday, July 23
 

8:15am EDT

Title IX & Protected Class harrassment/discrimination & Legal Reminders
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Auditorium
How to report allegations, breakdown of Title IX and protective class definitions, investigative processes, Scenarios to practice. The HCPS legal team will also share reminders.
Speakers
LT

Leslie Traylor

HR Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
MW
MH
AL
LS
Wednesday July 23, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Auditorium
  Learning Environment, Key Session

9:15am EDT

Update for the 2025-2026: Code of Student Conduct, DRHO Procedures, and Incident Management
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Auditorium
In this required session, school administrators will receive important updates on the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct and the Division Hearing Review Officer (DRHO) timelines and procedures for discipline hearings. Additionally, administrators will participate in a refresher on incident management processes within PowerSchool. The UCBS Team will also join to provide guidance on documenting student behavior and processing teacher referrals. This session ensures administrators are fully equipped to support a safe, organized, and responsive learning environment.
Speakers
DB

Demi Branch

Office Professional
DT
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Auditorium
  Learning Environment, Key Session

10:15am EDT

Measuring What Matters: Using Improvement Science to Drive Scalable Change
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2105
Meaningful improvement starts with effective measurement. This session will dive deeper into the improvement science principle: “We cannot improve at scale what we cannot measure.” Participants will deepen their data literacy, understand the family of measures, and strengthen their progress monitoring skills to support school-wide improvement efforts.
Through an interactive, hands-on activity, participants will analyze their own school support plans, identify key measures of success, and develop a strategy to track progress over time.
Speakers
avatar for Beverly Steele
avatar for Dr. David Belton

Dr. David Belton

Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
RR
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2105
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Unpacking the ELA Learning Walk Tool
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am 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
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

What does it mean to be the Admin in an IEP? Understanding the role you play as the LEA.- ELEMENTARY- REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1106/1107
As the administrative designee in an IEP meeting, your role as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative is critical to ensuring compliance, collaboration, and student-centered decision-making. In this session, led by the Director of Exceptional Education, elementary administrators will gain a deeper understanding of their responsibilities before, during, and after IEP meetings. Participants will explore real-world scenarios, review legal and procedural requirements, and discuss best practices for supporting families and teams. Whether you’re new to the role or seeking a refresher, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to serve as an effective and informed LEA representative.
Speakers
MH
avatar for Katie Smith

Katie Smith

Asst. Director of Ex. Ed, Henrico County Public Schools
TY
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

10:15am EDT

AI-Ready Leadership
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2212
Please join the Department of Innovation for “AI-Ready Leadership.” Leading AI at your school starts with developing your own skills. Through this session, participants will explore essential AI competencies for school leaders, boosting your productivity, creativity, and leadership effectiveness. We will cut through the complexity to reinforce your existing foundational AI knowledge and provide the essential AI literacies leaders need to thrive today. This session will empower you to confidently use, model, and lead safe, effective AI implementation in your school, helping you to remain an informed leader.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Ann Nash

Ann Nash

Innovation Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2212
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Click Happens: Leading Digital Decisions in Your School
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
Please join the Department of Innovation for “Click Happens,” a session designed to support school leaders in identifying key innovation priorities for the year ahead. In today’s tech-rich classrooms, school leaders play a critical role in shaping how digital tools are used—safely, effectively, and with purpose. This session will equip you to support teachers in making responsible digital choices, understand the student resource request process, and confidently reinforce appropriate digital use across your building.Leave with real-world scenarios, leadership strategies, and key language you can use to support your school safety plan, including how to promote safe, ethical, and aligned digital practices. You’ll also walk away with a clearer understanding of how to maximize the role of your Innovative Learning Coach (ILC) to build a school culture where technology supports both innovation and safety.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Katie Tarasovic

Katie Tarasovic

Education Specialists, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Doug Saunders

Doug Saunders

Innovative Learning Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Partnership in Practice: Strengthening the Relationship Between School Resource Officers and School Leaders (Elementary) - REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
Community Room
Join the Director of Safety and the Assistant Chief of Police for this timely and essential session focused on building strong, collaborative relationships between School Resource Officers (SROs) and school administrators. Together, we'll explore best practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, and discuss proactive strategies for maintaining safe, supportive learning environments. This engaging session replaces the previously scheduled full-day training in August—meaning one less summer commitment! Attendance is required for all school leaders, and we’re confident you’ll find this time well spent. Come prepared to learn, reflect, and strengthen your school’s approach to safety through effective partnership.
Speakers
JC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Required

10:15am EDT

Quiz the Lawyers - Question and Answer Session (bring your questions this will be an open time for dialogue)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1108
Speakers
MW
MH
AL
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1108
  Learning Environment

10:15am EDT

Supporting Challenging Behaviors before an FBA
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2213
Speakers
KH

Kristin Herman

Exceptional Education Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2213
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Build, Bridge, Boost: Effective Strategies for Family and Community Engagement
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1111
Discover innovative strategies to implement best practices in family and community engagement, fostering meaningful collaboration among all stakeholders. Walk away from this session with tangible action items that will drive stronger relationships, increase participation, and lead to better academic and social outcomes for students and families.
Speakers
NB
F
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1111
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

10:15am EDT

Clinic Back up Training
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2107
Training in medication administration and how to care for students as a clinic back up when the nurse is not present
Speakers
KC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2107
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

10:15am EDT

MTSS Across the Tiers: Elementary
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1103
Having a well-structured MTSS framework can help students, families, and staff receive the necessary support needed for progress in all areas. This session connects Tier 1, 2, & 3 in your elementary building to promote healthy communication, improve collaboration, and renew a sense of accountability within your school climate.
Speakers
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1103
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Substance Use Prevention & Intervention Programming
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
This session provides an overview of the PreK–12 Substance Use Prevention and Intervention programming, highlighting the strategies, supports, and resources available across all grade levels. Participants will learn how prevention education, early intervention, and targeted support services work together to promote healthy decision-making and address substance use concerns in a developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed manner.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson

School Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, Student Support and Wellness
LP

Liz Parker

Director of Student Support and Wellness, Department of Student Support and Wellness
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

10:15am EDT

Delivering Effective Professional Learning
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2210
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2210
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

11:30am EDT

Lunch
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

12:30pm EDT

Measuring What Matters: Using Improvement Science to Drive Scalable Change
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2105
Meaningful improvement starts with effective measurement. This session will dive deeper into the improvement science principle: “We cannot improve at scale what we cannot measure.” Participants will deepen their data literacy, understand the family of measures, and strengthen their progress monitoring skills to support school-wide improvement efforts.
Through an interactive, hands-on activity, participants will analyze their own school support plans, identify key measures of success, and develop a strategy to track progress over time.
Speakers
avatar for Beverly Steele
avatar for Dr. David Belton

Dr. David Belton

Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
RR
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2105
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

What does it mean to be the Admin in an IEP? Understanding the role you play as the LEA. SECONDARY- REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1106/1107
As the administrative designee in an IEP meeting, your role as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative is critical to ensuring compliance, collaboration, and student-centered decision-making. In this session, led by the Director of Exceptional Education, elementary administrators will gain a deeper understanding of their responsibilities before, during, and after IEP meetings. Participants will explore real-world scenarios, review legal and procedural requirements, and discuss best practices for supporting families and teams. Whether you’re new to the role or seeking a refresher, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to serve as an effective and informed LEA representative.
Speakers
MH
avatar for Katie Smith

Katie Smith

Asst. Director of Ex. Ed, Henrico County Public Schools
TY
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

12:30pm EDT

AI-Ready Leadership
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2212
Please join the Department of Innovation for “AI-Ready Leadership.” Leading AI at your school starts with developing your own skills. Through this session, participants will explore essential AI competencies for school leaders, boosting your productivity, creativity, and leadership effectiveness. We will cut through the complexity to reinforce your existing foundational AI knowledge and provide the essential AI literacies leaders need to thrive today. This session will empower you to confidently use, model, and lead safe, effective AI implementation in your school, helping you to remain an informed leader.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Ann Nash

Ann Nash

Innovation Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2212
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Click Happens: Leading Digital Decisions in Your School
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
Please join the Department of Innovation for “Click Happens,” a session designed to support school leaders in identifying key innovation priorities for the year ahead. In today’s tech-rich classrooms, school leaders play a critical role in shaping how digital tools are used—safely, effectively, and with purpose. This session will equip you to support teachers in making responsible digital choices, understand the student resource request process, and confidently reinforce appropriate digital use across your building.Leave with real-world scenarios, leadership strategies, and key language you can use to support your school safety plan, including how to promote safe, ethical, and aligned digital practices. You’ll also walk away with a clearer understanding of how to maximize the role of your Innovative Learning Coach (ILC) to build a school culture where technology supports both innovation and safety.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Katie Tarasovic

Katie Tarasovic

Education Specialists, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Doug Saunders

Doug Saunders

Innovative Learning Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Explicit Instruction
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2210
Learn how the Explicit Instruction approach, developed by Dr. Anita Archer, promotes student achievement, academic engagement, and on-task behavior and helps teachers cover content more deeply and quickly. Throughout the learning, participants will explore the core concepts of Explicit Instruction, a set of research based design and delivery principles that provide a clear model for what impactful classroom instruction looks like.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
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
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2210
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Partnership in Practice: Strengthening the Relationship Between School Resource Officers and School Leaders (Secondary) - REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Community Room
Join the Director of Safety and the Assistant Chief of Police for this timely and essential session focused on building strong, collaborative relationships between School Resource Officers (SROs) and school administrators. Together, we'll explore best practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, and discuss proactive strategies for maintaining safe, supportive learning environments. This engaging session replaces the previously scheduled full-day training in August—meaning one less summer commitment! Attendance is required for all school leaders, and we’re confident you’ll find this time well spent. Come prepared to learn, reflect, and strengthen your school’s approach to safety through effective partnership.
Speakers
JC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Required

12:30pm EDT

Quiz the Lawyers - Question and Answer Session (bring your questions this will be an open time for dialogue)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1108
Speakers
MW
MH
AL
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1108
  Learning Environment

12:30pm EDT

Build, Bridge, Boost: Effective Strategies for Family and Community Engagement
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1111
Discover innovative strategies to implement best practices in family and community engagement, fostering meaningful collaboration among all stakeholders. Walk away from this session with tangible action items that will drive stronger relationships, increase participation, and lead to better academic and social outcomes for students and families.
Speakers
NB
F
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1111
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

Clinic Back up Training
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2107
Training in medication administration and how to care for students as a clinic back up when the nurse is not present
Speakers
KC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2107
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

MTSS Across the Tiers: Secondary
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1103
Having a well-structured MTSS framework can help students, families, and staff receive the necessary support needed for progress in all areas. This session connects Tier 1, 2, & 3 in your elementary building to promote healthy communication, improve collaboration, and renew a sense of accountability within your school climate.
Speakers
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTTS - Tier 1 Coordinator
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1103
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Substance Use Prevention & Intervention Programming
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1208/1209
This session provides an overview of the PreK–12 Substance Use Prevention and Intervention programming, highlighting the strategies, supports, and resources available across all grade levels. Participants will learn how prevention education, early intervention, and targeted support services work together to promote healthy decision-making and address substance use concerns in a developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed manner.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson

School Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, Student Support and Wellness
LP

Liz Parker

Director of Student Support and Wellness, Department of Student Support and Wellness
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1208/1209
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

Supporting Early-Career Teachers
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1104
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 →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1104
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

From Data to Decisions: Uncovering Patterns & Tracking Progress with Unified Insights
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2213
"This collaborative workshop, co-presented by the Teaching & Learning and School Quality departments, will support participants in using Unified Insights to better understand and interpret intervention data. Together, we will explore how the platform brings multiple data sources into focus—revealing patterns, highlighting student progress, and helping schools tell a cohesive story that drives instructional and strategic decisions.
Outcomes:
* Understand how to interpret intervention data within Unified Insights
* Learn how to identify and monitor student progress over time
* Strengthen collaboration between instructional and school quality efforts"
Speakers
avatar for Christina Saunders

Christina Saunders

Education Specialist - Elementary ELA, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2213
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

What does it mean to be the Admin in an IEP? Understanding the role you play as the LEA. SECONDARY- REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1106/1107
As the administrative designee in an IEP meeting, your role as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative is critical to ensuring compliance, collaboration, and student-centered decision-making. In this session, led by the Director of Exceptional Education, elementary administrators will gain a deeper understanding of their responsibilities before, during, and after IEP meetings. Participants will explore real-world scenarios, review legal and procedural requirements, and discuss best practices for supporting families and teams. Whether you’re new to the role or seeking a refresher, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to serve as an effective and informed LEA representative.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Smith

Katie Smith

Asst. Director of Ex. Ed, Henrico County Public Schools
TY
MH
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

1:55pm EDT

AI-Ready Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
Please join the Department of Innovation for “AI-Ready Schools.” Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping education, and schools that embrace this shift will be best equipped to adapt and thrive. Through this session, participants will explore a school-wide blueprint for integrating AI safely, responsibly, and equitably, so no one is left behind. You will get practical strategies for cultivating innovation among teachers, strengthening students' digital literacy and citizenship skills, and seamlessly weaving AI initiatives into your school’s goals. Leave with actionable ideas and tools to help lead your school to become AI-ready.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Ann Nash

Ann Nash

Innovation Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Innovation Specialist with Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Secondary Update
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm 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
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

Leading 504: Tools, Trends & Tactics
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2101
Section 504 compliance isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about leadership, equity, and protecting your students and your school. This interactive 75-minute session cuts through the legal jargon and gives school and administrators real-world tools, current legal insights, and practical strategies to confidently lead 504 processes on their campuses.

We'll tackle hot-button issues including mental health accommodations, discipline and manifestation determinations, chronic health conditions, and the rising tide of parent conflict — all through the lens of compliance and campus culture. Walk away with easy-to-implement templates, risk-spotting strategies, and a leadership action plan to improve implementation, reduce disputes, and empower your team.
Speakers
avatar for Nisha Green-Jones

Nisha Green-Jones

504 Coordinator
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2101
  Learning Environment, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

LifeReady Learning Environments
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2202
Please join the Department of Innovation for LifeReady Learning Environments, a session designed to support school leaders in identifying key innovation priorities for the year ahead.  Through this session, participants will explore and brainstorm ways to redesign learning environments to support deeper, student-centered learning. The focus of this session will be redesigning learning environments to foster deeper, student-centered learning.  Participants will explore and brainstorm strategies, review examples, preview upcoming opportunities, and identify the alignment with Journey to 2030.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Rebecca Hardin

Rebecca Hardin

Education Specialist of Library Services, Henrico County Public Schools
JW
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2202
  Learning Environment

1:55pm EDT

Partnership in Practice: Strengthening the Relationship Between School Resource Officers and School Leaders (Elementary)- REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
Join the Director of Safety and the Assistant Chief of Police for this timely and essential session focused on building strong, collaborative relationships between School Resource Officers (SROs) and school administrators. Together, we'll explore best practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, and discuss proactive strategies for maintaining safe, supportive learning environments. This engaging session replaces the previously scheduled full-day training in August—meaning one less summer commitment! Attendance is required for all school leaders, and we’re confident you’ll find this time well spent. Come prepared to learn, reflect, and strengthen your school’s approach to safety through effective partnership.
Speakers
JC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Quiz the Lawyers - Question and Answer Session (bring your questions this will be an open time for dialogue)
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1108
Speakers
MW
MH
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1108
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Rebranding: Student Support Interventionist (SSI)- REQUIRED FOR SCHOOLS WITH SSI
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2207/2208
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
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2207/2208
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Sustainability Suggestions for Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2103
This session will highlight key sustainability recommendations from the HEART Youth Council and the HCPS Sustainability Summit, focusing on student-driven solutions for a greener future. Participants will explore how these recommendations align with district goals and identify actionable steps to support and implement them. Join us to learn how HCPS leaders can amplify student voices and drive meaningful sustainability initiatives across our schools.
Speakers
avatar for Eric Byers

Eric Byers

Environmental Science Educational Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2103
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Build, Bridge, Boost: Effective Strategies for Family and Community Engagement
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1111
Discover innovative strategies to implement best practices in family and community engagement, fostering meaningful collaboration among all stakeholders. Walk away from this session with tangible action items that will drive stronger relationships, increase participation, and lead to better academic and social outcomes for students and families.
Speakers
NB
F
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1111
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

School Health Services- Who Are We?
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2107
Come learn what is new in School Health Services. Learn how School Health supports learning through health and wellness.
Speakers
KC

Karen Criswell

RN- School Nurse Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Health related topics
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2107
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

Delivering Effective Professional Learning
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2210
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2210
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Advancing Rigorous Instruction with Depth and Complexity: A Framework for Elementary Leaders
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1105
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Wakefield

Shannon Wakefield

Lead Teacher, Gifted
avatar for Catherine Kelly

Catherine Kelly

Lead Teacher, Gifted Programs
avatar for Jenna Conlee

Jenna Conlee

Gifted Specialist, Gifted
MP

Matt Parker

Teacher Talented & Gifted, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Leading for LifeReady: Practical Strategies to Embed Durable Skills School-wide
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1110
Please join the Department of Innovation for “Leading for LifeReady,” a session designed to support school leaders in identifying key innovation priorities for the year ahead. Through this session, participants will explore actionable strategies for integrating the Henrico Learner Profile's (HLP) durable skills into the heart of their school culture to empower students through voice, choice, and leadership opportunities. In addition, we will explore how durable skills equip students to thrive in a world shaped by artificial intelligence. Participants will learn to use an AI-powered tool to crosswalk their school's goals with the HLP, creating deeper connections between strategic planning and student success. 
Leave with actionable ideas and a toolkit of strategies to bring back to your building, and a clearer understanding of how to maximize the role of your Innovation Learning Coach (ILC) to drive meaningful change and support staff throughout the year.
Speakers
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Laura van Bylandt

Laura van Bylandt

Innovative Learning Coach, Department of Innovative Learning
avatar for Doug Saunders

Doug Saunders

Innovative Learning Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1110
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

What does it mean to be the Admin in an IEP? Understanding the role you play as the LEA.- ELEMENTARY -ESSENTIAL
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1106/1107
As the administrative designee in an IEP meeting, your role as the Local Education Agency (LEA) representative is critical to ensuring compliance, collaboration, and student-centered decision-making. In this session, led by the Director of Exceptional Education, elementary administrators will gain a deeper understanding of their responsibilities before, during, and after IEP meetings. Participants will explore real-world scenarios, review legal and procedural requirements, and discuss best practices for supporting families and teams. Whether you’re new to the role or seeking a refresher, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to serve as an effective and informed LEA representative.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Smith

Katie Smith

Asst. Director of Ex. Ed, Henrico County Public Schools
TY
MH
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

3:20pm EDT

Leading 504: Tools, Trends & Tactics
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2101
Section 504 compliance isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about leadership, equity, and protecting your students and your school. This interactive 75-minute session cuts through the legal jargon and gives school and administrators real-world tools, current legal insights, and practical strategies to confidently lead 504 processes on their campuses.

We'll tackle hot-button issues including mental health accommodations, discipline and manifestation determinations, chronic health conditions, and the rising tide of parent conflict — all through the lens of compliance and campus culture. Walk away with easy-to-implement templates, risk-spotting strategies, and a leadership action plan to improve implementation, reduce disputes, and empower your team.
Speakers
avatar for Nisha Green-Jones

Nisha Green-Jones

504 Coordinator
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2101
  Learning Environment, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

LifeReady Learning Environments
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2202
Please join the Department of Innovation for LifeReady Learning Environments, a session designed to support school leaders in identifying key innovation priorities for the year ahead.  Through this session, participants will explore and brainstorm ways to redesign learning environments to support deeper, student-centered learning. The focus of this session will be redesigning learning environments to foster deeper, student-centered learning.  Participants will explore and brainstorm strategies, review examples, preview upcoming opportunities, and identify the alignment with Journey to 2030.
Speakers
JW
avatar for Kourtney Bostain

Kourtney Bostain

Director of Innovation
avatar for Rebecca Hardin

Rebecca Hardin

Education Specialist of Library Services, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2202
  Learning Environment

3:20pm EDT

Partnership in Practice: Strengthening the Relationship Between School Resource Officers and School Leaders (Secondary)- REQUIRED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
Community Room
Join the Director of Safety and the Assistant Chief of Police for this timely and essential session focused on building strong, collaborative relationships between School Resource Officers (SROs) and school administrators. Together, we'll explore best practices, clarify roles and responsibilities, and discuss proactive strategies for maintaining safe, supportive learning environments. This engaging session replaces the previously scheduled full-day training in August—meaning one less summer commitment! Attendance is required for all school leaders, and we’re confident you’ll find this time well spent. Come prepared to learn, reflect, and strengthen your school’s approach to safety through effective partnership.
Speakers
JC
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Required

3:20pm EDT

Rebranding: Student Support Interventionist (SSI)- REQUIRED FOR SCHOOLS WITH SSI
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2207/2208
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
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2207/2208
  Learning Environment, Required

3:20pm EDT

Supporting Challenging Behaviors before an FBA
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2213
Speakers
KH

Kristin Herman

Exceptional Education Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2213
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Build, Bridge, Boost: Effective Strategies for Family and Community Engagement
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1111
Discover innovative strategies to implement best practices in family and community engagement, fostering meaningful collaboration among all stakeholders. Walk away from this session with tangible action items that will drive stronger relationships, increase participation, and lead to better academic and social outcomes for students and families.
Speakers
NB
F
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1111
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

School Health Services- Who Are We?
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2107
Come learn what is new in School Health Services. Learn how School Health supports learning through health and wellness.
Speakers
KC

Karen Criswell

RN- School Nurse Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Health related topics
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2107
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

Substance Use Prevention & Intervention Programming
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1208/1209
This session provides an overview of the PreK–12 Substance Use Prevention and Intervention programming, highlighting the strategies, supports, and resources available across all grade levels. Participants will learn how prevention education, early intervention, and targeted support services work together to promote healthy decision-making and address substance use concerns in a developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed manner.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson

School Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, Student Support and Wellness
LP

Liz Parker

Director of Student Support and Wellness, Department of Student Support and Wellness
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1208/1209
  Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

Delivering Effective Professional Learning
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2210
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Drew Baker

Dr. Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Professional Learning and Leadership
avatar for Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2210
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Supporting Early-Career Teachers
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1104
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 →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1104
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Talent Perform and Substitutes
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1207
Reviewing Talent Perform, Verfication of Jobs in Smartfind and Board Sub s- Mininum required days
Speakers
FB
Wednesday July 23, 2025 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1207
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Recommended
 
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