AASB's March Conference, Leadership for Policy and Planning, will take place in north Alabama at The Westin Huntsville!

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Join us March 1 and 2 at The Westin Huntsville for AASB's Spring Academy Core Conference, Leadership for Policy and Planning (6 training hours), with informative sessions to help boards develop policies that raise student achievement, fulfill their responsibilities and comply with the law. This course emphasizes vital topics for every local board of education such as strategic planning, using technology and keeping the community informed. View Schedule

2024 Spring Academy Core Conference ($209) | March 1 & 2 | REGISTER NOW

NOTE:

• Cancellations: Please note, there will be no cancellations after Thursday, February 22.
• There is a late registration fee of $20 after Thursday, February 22. 
• Any registrations not cancelled or no shows the day of the event will be charged full price ($209).

Extend your learning even further and earn additional training hours by signing up for these pre-conference events:

Each event requires a separate registration.

Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering Tour (Free) | February 29, 12:45 to 3 p.m. | REGISTER NOW

Arrive early and join AASB for an optional tour of the Alabama School of Cyber Technology & Engineering. Guests will tour the Cyber Technology school and view student demonstrations. Join us as we learn how this particular school has altered traditional learning to fit the schools focus on cyber technology and engineering. (Earn 1.5 training hours)

Poverty Simulation ($59) | March 1, 9 to 11:30 a.m. | REGISTER NOW

Alabama has the sixth highest poverty rate in the nation. Do you understand the challenges your students and their families face? Get a sobering glimpse into the day-to-day realities of students and families living in poverty by participating in this interactive simulation. (Earn 2.5 training hours)

Early Bird Workshop: "Multiplying Success in Math" ($79) | March 1, 1 to 3 p.m. | REGISTER NOW

Glean firsthand insight from Alabama school systems that have successfully moved the needle in math proficiency and learn more about how local boards of education can help support transformative improvements in math instruction. (Earn 2 training hours)

Accommodations:

If you have a disability or dietary restrictions that require special attention, please fill out the form HERE.

Hotel Information

The hotel room block is full. Please add your name to the hotel room waiting list HERE.

The Westin | Element Huntsville

6800 Governors W, Huntsville, AL 35806

Located within Huntsville’s Cummings Research Park, and surrounded by the opportunities of Bridge Street Town Centre, the Westin Huntsville and Element Huntsville is a hotel complex featuring Huntsville’s only AAA Four Diamond–rated hotel. With two connected hotels, this provides guests with unique access to shared dining and amenities with distinct experiences so everyone can get the best stay for their needs.

Room Rate: $159/night

Last day to book: Friday, Jan. 29

Last day to cancel without penalty: 48 hours before check-in

Amenities

• Heated indoor pool open year-round (Outdoor saltwater pool closed for the season)
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Valet parking available
• Two complimentary electric car charging stations
• Express checkout
• Complimentary Wi-Fi 
• Dining
• Sage Grille
• Sage Bar
• Trieste Café
• In-room dining

Local Attractions

• Bridge Street Town Centre
• U.S. Space & Rocket Center
• Cummings Research Park
• Huntsville International Airport

Speakers

Early Bird Workshop

Friday, March 1

Mike Hayes Superintendent Piedmont City Schools	Brigett Stewart Principal  Piedmont Elementary School	Chris Hanson Principal  Piedmont Middle School	Dr. Adam Clemons Principal  Piedmont High School	Dr. Karen Anderson Director of Office of Math Improvement at ALSDE
@PCSDK12	@BrigettStewart	@chrishanson85	@AdamBClemons	@AlabamaAchieves
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General Sessions

Friday, March 1

Dr. Kecia Ray  Senior Fellow Center for Digital Government	Kay Warfield ALSDE Education Administrator Prevention and Support Division	Dr. Melissa Williams Superintendent Macon County Schools	Randy Sparkman Board Member Hartselle City Schools	Dr. Chad Holden Superintendent Muscle Shoals City Schools
@drkeciaray	@AlabamaAchieves	@mcboe1902	@HartselleSchool	@MSCSTrojans
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Break Out Sessions

Saturday, March 2

Jay Grubbs Principal Scout Program Management	Carita Venable President Jefferson County Schools	Tim Holtcamp President Madison City Schools	Attorney Melissa Mckie Bishop Colvin
@scoutpm_	@JEFCOED	@madisonschools	@Bishop_Colvin
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General Sessions 

Saturday, March 2

Dr. Frank Costanzo Consultant Criterion K12	Dr. Greg Price Chief Technology and Security Officer at TroyU & Director of Alabama Forensics Institute Pike County Schools Board Member
@criterionk12	@PikeCoSchoolsAL
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Schedule-at-a-Glance