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Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2026
Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2026 Empowering Leaders Symposium
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Monday, June 1
 

9:30am EDT

Enhancing Math Instruction: Implementing the New PK–12 Mathematics Walkthrough
Monday June 1, 2026 9:30am - 10:10am EDT
Auditorium
Join us for an engaging session designed for school leaders to explore the updated math "look-fors" that support effective instructional practices. Through discussion and analysis, participants will deepen their understanding of key indicators of high-quality math instruction, ensuring alignment with best practices that foster student engagement and conceptual understanding.
Speakers
AA
Monday June 1, 2026 9:30am - 10:10am EDT
Auditorium
  Academic Achievement, Key Session

10:15am EDT

Cornerstone Assessments for Middle Schools
Monday June 1, 2026 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

Director of Secondary Teaching and Learning, Henrico County Public Schools

Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

10:15am EDT

New Social Studies Standards (Elementary)
Monday June 1, 2026 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.

Session Handout & Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools


Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

10:15am EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Elementary)- REQUIRED
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Manager, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

10:15am EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Secondary Update
Monday June 1, 2026 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

MTSS Coordinator, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
MTSS Coordinator- Tier 1
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

10:15am EDT

ParentSquare: from basics to big ideas (New Leader- Required)
Monday June 1, 2026 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
avatar for Eileen Cox

Eileen Cox

Chief of Communications, Henrico County Public Schools
LW

Larry Willis

Media Services
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Marcella Armstrong

Marcella Armstrong

Education Specialist, Behavior Support
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
MTSS Specialist
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1108
  Learning Environment, Required

10:15am EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (New REQUIRED)
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
​PRESENTATION LINK​​​
Speakers
AW
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

10:15am EDT

Helping PLCs Get Off the Ground
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

How to Work with Almost Anyone
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2103
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 Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Specialist, Henrico County
PLL Coordinator
avatar for Taren Meekins

Taren Meekins

Coordinator, Professional Learning and Leadership, HCPS Professional Learning and Leadership

Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
2103
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

10:15am EDT

Teacher Licensure Cohort Informational Meeting with Principals
Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
link to presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xEMtbZ7CXp3jE6QX5iQsv-QpqZRIbp_UJNd6hzO8--0/edit?usp=sharing 

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
JD

Jessica Dadey

HR Licensure Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
WH

Whitney Hollis

Specialist, Exceptional Education
KJ

Kenya Jackson

Talent Acquisition Ambassador
avatar for Sarah Morris-Slaughter

Sarah Morris-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 →
avatar for Melanie Phipps

Melanie Phipps

Professional Learning Specialist, Henrico Schools

Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT
1208/1209
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

11:30am EDT

Lunch
Monday June 1, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Monday June 1, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

12:30pm EDT

Digging into the Data: Focus on Variation in Performance
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
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 Stephanie Anderson

Stephanie Anderson

Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Bill Caten

Bill Caten

School Quality Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Dondre Lightfoot

Dondre Lightfoot

Associate Principal, Varina High School
SS
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2109/2110
  Academic Achievement, All Leaders

12:30pm EDT

Legal Requirements and Best Practices for Prior Written Notices
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

New Social Studies Standards (Elementary)
Monday June 1, 2026 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.

Session Handout & Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools


Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Elementary Principal & ASP)- REQUIRED
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Jen Perry

Jen Perry

School Quality Manager, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Ann Marie Seely

Ann Marie Seely

Director of Teaching, Learning, and School Quality, Henrico County Schools
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1106/1107
  Academic Achievement, Required

12:30pm EDT

SECONDARY -Leading the Shift: Understanding the 2023 Social Studies Standards
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1103
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

Supporting our youngest students through the child find process: updates on ECSE evaluations
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2202
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Unpacking the Elementary ELA Learning Walk Tool
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

12:30pm EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Elementary Update
Monday June 1, 2026 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

MTSS Coordinator, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
MTSS Coordinator- Tier 1
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

12:30pm EDT

ParentSquare: from basics to big ideas (New Leader- Required)
Monday June 1, 2026 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.
Speakers
avatar for Eileen Cox

Eileen Cox

Chief of Communications, Henrico County Public Schools
LW

Larry Willis

Media Services
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
Community Room
  Learning Environment, Recommended/Required (New)

12:30pm EDT

Leading with the Career Ladder
Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1111
Speakers
avatar for Drew Baker

Drew Baker

Education Specialist, Henrico County
PLL Specialist
avatar for Melanie Phipps

Melanie Phipps

Professional Learning Specialist, Henrico Schools

Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
1111
  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.
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 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)
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Specialist
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2104
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

Ex Ed Admin Refresher: Beyond the Basics
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1208/1209
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
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1208/1209
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

New Social Studies Standards (Elementary)
Monday June 1, 2026 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.

Session Handout & Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools


Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

1:55pm EDT

School Quality 2025-2026 (Secondary)- REQUIRED
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2202
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Unpacking the Elementary ELA Learning Walk Tool
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 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)
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1111
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
WH

Whitney Hollis

Specialist, Exceptional Education
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1111
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Rebranding: Student Support Interventionist (SSI)- REQUIRED FOR SCHOOLS WITH SSI
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Marcella Armstrong

Marcella Armstrong

Education Specialist, Behavior Support
avatar for Julian Rieder

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
MTSS Specialist
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
1108
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (Returning- REQUIRED)
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
​PRESENTATION LINK​​​
Speakers
AW
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

1:55pm EDT

Helping PLCs Get Off the Ground
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
2203
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Rooted to Remain: Cultivating Success in Early-Career Teachers
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
Do you remember the highs and lows of your first years 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 become "rooted to remain."

Presentation link: tinyurl.com/25ELSnewteachers
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Morris-Slaughter

Sarah Morris-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 →
Monday June 1, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT
Community Room
  Recruit Engage Retain Reward Staff, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Safety Adminstrator Training (Returning- REQUIRED)
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:30pm EDT
2109/2110
PRESENTATION LINK
Speakers
AW
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:30pm EDT
2109/2110
  Learning Environment, Required

3:20pm EDT

Crash Course in Exceptional Education for Brand New Administrators (REQUIRED SESSION)
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Specialist
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2104
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

From participant to coach, using disciplined inquiry to drive improvement through PDSA Cycles
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1105
"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 Denise Clary

Denise Clary

Specialist, School Quality
AH

Alyssa Higgins

Specialist, School Quality
avatar for Cara Jean O'Neal

Cara Jean O'Neal

Associate Principal- Freeman HS, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Lindsey Pantele
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1105
  Academic Achievement

3:20pm EDT

New Social Studies Standards (Elementary)
Monday June 1, 2026 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.

Session Handout & Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Alissa Straus

Alissa Straus

Elementary Social Studies Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools


Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2102
  Academic Achievement, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

See the system that produces the current outcomes
Monday June 1, 2026 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
JG

Jehan Gabrual

Associate Principal Elementary, Henrico County Public Schools
AM

Adria Mayo

School Leader, Henrico County Public Schools
avatar for Nicole Sanchez-Coe

Nicole Sanchez-Coe

School Quality Specialist, School Quality
Nicole Sanchez-Coe is a dedicated educator with over 18 years of experience in the classroom. Her career began in New York City, where she was selected as a Teaching Fellow and launched her work in education at a middle school in the Bronx. During this time, she earned her Master’s... Read More →
avatar for Julie Wingfield

Julie Wingfield

School Quality Coordinator, HCPS Office of School Quality
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2216
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Unpacking the Elementary ELA Learning Walk Tool
Monday June 1, 2026 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
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
2103
  Academic Achievement, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

Behavior Support (Kickboard): Elementary Update
Monday June 1, 2026 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.
Speakers
avatar for JaNee Boston

JaNee Boston

MTSS Coordinator, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
MTSS Coordinator- Tier 1
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1104
  Learning Environment, Recommended

3:20pm EDT

Legal Requirements when disciplining SWD (including MDR and procedural safeguard protections)
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1111
Understanding the legal requirements of an MDR and the role of the administrator in the process.
Speakers
WH

Whitney Hollis

Specialist, Exceptional Education
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
1111
  Learning Environment, Choice for all leaders

3:20pm EDT

How to Work with Almost Anyone
Monday June 1, 2026 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 Jenn Coleman

Jenn Coleman

Professional Learning and Leadership Specialist, Henrico County
PLL Coordinator
avatar for Taren Meekins

Taren Meekins

Coordinator, Professional Learning and Leadership, HCPS Professional Learning and Leadership

Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
Community Room
  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.
Monday June 1, 2026 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
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Joe Koontz

Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools
Monday June 1, 2026 3:20pm - 4:35pm EDT
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