2024 Fall Conference
Leadership for Creating Positive Climate and Culture
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Fall Academy Core Conference: Leadership for Positive Climate and Culture
The climate and culture of a school plays a pivotal role in student achievement. A healthy school climate and culture creates the necessary conditions for effective teaching and learning to occur.
AASB's Fall Academy Core Conference, Leadership for Creating Positive Climate and Culture, slated for Oct. 6 & 7 at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa, will feature expert speakers who will share strategies for developing high-quality learning environments that foster educational excellence. Attendees will earn up to six training hours for this core course in AASB's School Board Member Academy. View Schedule
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2024 Fall Conference ($209) | Oct. 6 & 7 - Please contact your board secretary to register.
Fall Conference Cancellations/No Shows:
- No cancellations after September 23, 2024.
- A $20 late fee will be applied to registrations after September 23, 2024.
- No shows will be charged the full conference registration fee.
Post-Conference Workshop (2 hours)
Extend your learning further and unlock the power of educational data in the Fall Post-Conference workshop, "Accountability Data Boot Camp for School Board Members." ALSDE Accountability Coordinator Dr. Marcus Vandiver will guide attendees through understanding and navigating State Report Cards and key student achievement data on the ALSDE's website. School Board members will gain the skills to access, interpret, and compare key achievement metrics to enhance informed decision making in their school systems. Earn two hours in the School Board Member Academy. Lunch is included.
Post-Conference Workshop ($109) | Oct. 7 | 12:45 to 2:45 p.m. - Please contact your board secretary to register.
Cancellations/No Shows:
- No cancellations after September 23, 2024.
- No shows will be charged the full post-conference registration fee.
Hotel Information
Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa
201 Tallapoosa Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
Room rate: $149
Book a room: The hotel room block is now full. View overflow hotel information below.
Last day to book a room: Friday, September 6
Last day to cancel room without penalty: You must cancel at least 48 hours before your reservation to avoid penalty charges.
Overflow Hotel Information
Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery Hotel & Conference Center
300 Tallapoosa Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
Room rate: $149
Book a room: BOOK A ROOM ONLINE
Last day to book a room: Saturday, September 7
Please note that this hotel is located across the street (walking distance) from the Renaissance Montgomery where Fall Conference is held.
Pink Day
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Wear your pink on Monday, Oct. 7 to show support for everyone affected by breast cancer on. AASB will be collecting donations for the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help fund vital research, support and outreach services, and breast cancer education programs that can save lives. Stop by the AASB registration desk to make a donation.
General Session Speakers
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| Kristi Krings CEO of Rachel's Challenge | Dr. David Arencibia Educator, Author and Leadership Coach |
| "Kindness Culture" | "Building an Elite Culture: Creating Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment" |
| @RachelsChalleng | @davidarencibia |
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Shonda Houston-Dotie Director of Youth Programs | Cindy Deck Secondary Social Studies Teacher/Peer Court Coordinator Huntington High School | Dr. Matthew Mitchell Executive Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Caddo Parish School District |
Volunteers for Youth Justice | ||
| "Youth Court: An Innovative Approach to School Discipline Practices" | ||
| Facebook: Volunteers for Youth Justice | ||
Breakout Sessions
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Kristi Krings CEO of Rachel's Challenge | Dr. Mark Bazzell Pike County Superintendent | Dr. Raymond Bryant Educational Consultant BBB Educational Enterprise |
"Step by Step Rachel's Challenge Implementation: Bringing Hope and Connection to Your Districts" | "Fostering Positive Relationships with Key Education Stakeholders" | "How a High Performing Culture & Climate Can Translate Into Improved Student Achievement" |
| @PikeCoSchoolsAL | Facebook: BBB Educational Enterprises, Inc. |
Post-Conference Workshop
Dr. Marcus Vandiver Alabama State Department of Education Accountability Coordinator |
"Accountability Data Boot Camp for School Board Members" |
| @AlabamaAchieves |
Schedule at a Glance
