Is your school system ready to make a real difference in the fight against poverty? AASB is proud to provide an extraordinary training opportunity to learn from Dr. Donna Beegle, a nationally renowned poverty expert, here at the AASB office in Montgomery September 24-27.

Why This Matters:

With nearly 25% of Alabama's children living in poverty, our schools are on the front lines of this critical issue which impacts achievement, behavior and much more. Dr. Beegle's innovative training programs will revolutionize how you approach poverty in your schools, equipping you with powerful tools to break the cycle and create lasting change for students and families.

Who Should Attend?

All school and central office staff of AASB member boards are welcome to register. 

• School administrators and teachers
• Federal programs staff
• CNP directors
• Anyone in your school system who is passionate about making a difference not only for students, but also families and communities

Not Part of an Alabama K-12 School System?

This training also provides valuable insight and skills for community organizations and education advocates. If you are NOT an employee of one of Alabama's public K-12 school systems and would like to attend the training, please contact AASB Membership Coordinator Joy Brownell at jbrownell@AlabamaSchoolBoards.org or 334-277-9700 to register. 

What Participants Will Gain

• Cutting-edge, proven strategies to improve outcomes for those in poverty
• Skills to become an on-site poverty expert in your school system
• Leadership techniques to break down barriers
• A comprehensive, system-wide approach to help families thrive

Two Life-Changing Programs: Sept. 24 - 27

Poverty Immersion Institute | Sept. 24 & 25 | AASB Member Board Cost $125; Non AASB Member Cost $450
Dive deep into understanding poverty and emerge with practical tools to create real impact. Investment: (Includes 6 School Board Academy training hours)

Poverty Coaching Institute | Sept. 26 & 27 | AASB Member Board Cost $225; Non AASB Member Cost $950
Take your expertise to the next level! Become a certified poverty coach, capable of:

• Conducting workshops
• Improving communication and relationships
• Performing Poverty Competency Assessments
• Developing customized, results-driven action plans

Note: Completion of the Poverty Immersion Institute is required to attend the Poverty Coaching Institute.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN. CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL BOARD SECRETARY TO REGISTER

QUESTIONS: Contact Joy Brownell at jbrownell@alabamaschoolboards.org or 334-277-9700