Empowering Leaders' Symposium 2026: Full Schedule

Welcome to the Henrico County Public Schools 2026 Empowering Leaders Symposium

You will be able to validate your attendance (Check-In to sessions) using your personal schedule.

10:15am EDT

Cornerstone Assessments for Middle Schools

Monday June 1, 2026 10:15am - 11:30am EDT

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

Taylor Snow

Director of Secondary Teaching and Learning, Henrico County Public Schools

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

12:30pm EDT

SECONDARY -Leading the Shift: Understanding the 2023 Social Studies Standards

Monday June 1, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT

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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

Cat Latcovich

District Leader, Henrico County Public Schools

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

12:30pm EDT

MTSS Across the Tiers: Secondary

Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT

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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

JaNee Boston

MTSS Coordinator, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)

MTSS Coordinator- Tier 1

Julian Rieder

MTSS Specialist, Central Office- MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)

MTSS Specialist

Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
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Physical Social Emotional Mental Health, Choice for all leaders

1:55pm EDT

Leading 504: Tools, Trends & Tactics

Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:55pm - 3:10pm EDT

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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.

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