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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome Letters

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John D. Tuttle Thomas J. Gentzel Jacob R. Oliveira

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Conference Information

Emergency and Hotel Telephone Numbers Platinum Conference Sponsors Conference Sponsors Corporate Partners Service Partners General Conference Schedule Speaker Highlights Programming Options Conference Highlights General Conference Information State Meetings and Functions Convention Center Floor Plans

Programming

Technology + Learning Programming Council of School Attorneys Council of Urban Boards of Education Caucus/Council Schedule at-a-Glance Pre-Conference April 8-9

Detailed Conference Session Descriptions Saturday, April 9 Sunday, April 10 Monday, April 11

NSBA Exposition

New Exhibitors Exhibitors by Booth Number Alphabetical Listing of Exhibitors Product or Service Classification

About NSBA

About NSBA 2015-2016 Board of Directors NSBA Past Presidents and NSBA Executive Directors 2015-2016 NSBA Committees 2015-2016 NSBA Councils and Caucuses Presidents of the State Associations 2016 Executive Directors of the State Associations 2016

Index

Presenter Index Advertiser Index

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Welcomes Message from John D. Tuttle NSBA President, 2015-16

Tuttle

Welcome to NSBA’s 76th Annual Conference!

Welcome to NSBA’s 76th Annual Conference in historic Boston! On behalf of NSBA’s Board of Directors, I want to thank you for making the effort to join us at what is always not only an exciting event, but also one that always proves to be personally rewarding.

We hope you will take full advantage of the programming we have scheduled throughout your time in Boston. The conference offers hundreds of educational sessions that will help you and your district when you return home. Our staff has worked hard to provide a wide range of topics from which to choose. On Friday, as part of the pre-conference programming, we are holding the New Board Member Boot Camp. Monday morning will feature special equity focused programming. And, as always, make sure to catch our great general session speakers.

This conference is a great place to refresh your focus, reinvigorate your inspiration, and renew what motivates you to do your great work. There is always more we can learn about best practices and new methods to be more efficient in our districts and more efficient in our board service.

I have had some wonderful adventures this past year as I have traveled representing you as your President, and I have met many new friends while renewing many old friendships. The common thread that weaves throughout the precious fabric we call Public Education is our desire to provide every child the best possible education we can. You do this by giving of yourself and your time to be the most prepared and best informed board member possible. This conference can help you achieve that goal.

So thank you to each board member, school administrator, state association leader, Executive Director, and staff person who has come to Boston to be part of this conference. It is only when we work together toward this common goal that we can truly make a difference in the lives of our children. Thank you for your service and dedication.

WE CAN DO IT! John D. Tuttle, President National School Boards Association

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Welcomes Message from Thomas J. Gentzel NSBA Executive Director

Gentzel Welcome and thank you for joining us at our Annual Conference in Boston. We are gathered here in the Cradle of Liberty, the birthplace of the American Revolution, to preserve and strengthen the cornerstone and defining promise of our democracy: public education.

We saw democracy in action in December 2015 in the long-overdue reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. With the new Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Congress affirmed the essential role that communities and their school board representatives play in shaping and leading their neighborhood schools.

Federal overreach has been significantly curtailed in the new law. The U.S. Department of Education is now required to collaborate with local school leaders and not simply impose its will on them, eliminating the existing one-size-fits-all approach to school accountability, providing more state and local opportunity to shape workable school improvement plans, and ensuring state control over academic standards.

We are proud of the pivotal part NSBA played in making sure the school board voice was heard in Washington, D.C. But we are not finished. We are here to fully support and inform you by providing guidance and training for school boards concerning this new law in which we have been so deeply involved. You can get started by attending the Advocacy sessions at this conference.

You only need to scan through the pages of this program book to get a picture of the complexities of public education and governance. At this conference, you’ll have hundreds of opportunities to learn about innovative approaches and methods to solve problems, boost achievement, save money, strengthen ties with parents and community, among many others.

Make sure to take advantage of the informal learning and connections that you can make at a conference with thousands of your peers from across the county. The person in front of you in the coffee line or sitting next to you on the shuttle bus might have viewpoints and experiences that can help you and your district.

While we steep in the history of Boston, we also look to the future. Your presence here shows that you are making an essential investment in the future of your school district and community and I commend you for your commitment to public education.

Thomas J. Gentzel, Executive Director National School Boards Association THE CONFERENCE FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION LEADERS • BOSTON • APRIL 9-11 7

Welcomes Message from Jacob R. Oliveira Massachusetts Association of School Committees President

Oliveira

Welcome to Boston!

The Massachusetts Association of School Committees looks forward to hosting you here where in 1657 Bay Staters first elected local representatives to watch over the education of their children.

In addition to taking part in this conference with a great program featuring an outstanding roster of speakers and sessions, enjoy the Commonwealth itself. Visit the home of Paul Revere, see the spot where George Washington took command of the Continental Army, tour the nation’s oldest university, and ride America’s first subway. If you set out on the Freedom Trail, you can sit in the same State House Chamber where Samuel Adams presided in 1790 and where Horace Mann put life into his dream of creating public schools for every child in 1836.

Take the tour of some of our schools and see how much we in Massachusetts value public education, as you do. And join with us as we continue to fight to protect the rights of all children to a top notch education and the ability of local school board members to describe the vision, drive the mission, and pursue excellence in school governance for student achievement.

Jacob R. Oliveira, President Massachusetts Association of School Committees Member, NSBA Board of Directors

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EMERGENCY AND HOTEL TELEPHONES Emergencies Life Threatening Emergency...................................................................617-654-2222 Convention Center Security....................................................................617-954-2222 First Aid........................................................................................................617-654-2222 NSBA Conference Office...........................................................................617-954-3400 NSBA Information Desk............................................................................617-954-3404 Taxi Cab.......................................................................................................617-536-5010 Boston Convention & Exposition Center..............................................617-954-2000

Hotels Aloft Boston................................................................................................617-530-1600 Boston Marriott Copley Place……………………………...................617-236-5800 Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers………………………...................617-426-2000 Courtyard Boston Downtown/Tremont Hotel……………................617-426-1400 Doubletree Hotel Boston Downtown……………………..................617-956-7900 Element Boston Seaport…………………………………..................617-530-1700 Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport…………………............... …617-567-5000 Hilton Back Bay…………………………………………......................617-236-1100 Hilton Boston Logan Airport……………………………....................617-568-6700 Hyatt Regency Boston……………………………………...................617-912-1234 Intercontinental.........................................................................................617-747-1000 Omni Parker House………………………………………...................617-227-8600 Renaissance Boston Waterfront…………………………...................617-338-4111 Revere…………………………………………………….....................617-482-1800 Seaport Boston Hotel……………………………………....................617-385-4000 Sheraton Boston Hotel…………………………………….................617-236-2000 Westin Boston Waterfront……………………………….....................617-532-4600 Westin Copley Place………………………………………..................617-262-9600

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PLATINUM SPONSORS ABM

Booth #315

Outsourcing facility services to ABM can cost-effectively create healthier, more comfortable and more sustainable environments for students, faculty and staff. We have extensive experience providing custodial, energy and facility solutions to K-12 schools. In addition, our financial solutions enable you to fund upgrades to your facility infrastructure by generating capital through energy and operational savings.

Acellus—International Academy of Science

Booth #1235

Acellus is an online video-based learning system that makes a science of the learning process, and customizes courses to fit the learning requirements of each student. Acellus uses deficiency diagnostics to differentiate instruction within the classroom, providing customized personal instruction to students.

Aramark Education

Booth #1215

Aramark delivers experiences that enrich and nourish people’s lives through innovative food, facility, and uniform services. To help support the K-12 educational mission, Aramark K-12 Education partners with more than 500 school districts across the country—offering breakfast and lunch meal programs, after-school snacks, summer meals, catering, nutrition education, and facilities services, including custodial service, grounds and landscaping, operations and maintenance, and energy management. For more information, please visit www.aramark.com.

Army

Booth #547

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected Soldiers that protect America’s freedoms while serving at home and abroad, always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

Stop by U.S. Army Booth #547 in the Exhibit Hall to learn more about the Army career and education opportunities for those considering the military and ArmyEdSpace.com, which houses a directory of programs and resources to empower America’s youth to make informed future decisions.

DLR Group

Booth #731

DLR Group is an integrated design firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, interior design, and building optimization to meet the unique needs of clients around the globe. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design.

Emerald Data Solutions, Makers of BoardDocs

Booth #615

BoardDocs has helped nearly 2,000 organizations dramatically lower costs, increase transparency and reduce the time spent producing board packets by up to 75 percent. Because our cloud‑based solutions are so easy to use, your organization will operate more effectively from day one.

BoardDocs’ next-generation, paperless services allow organizations to significantly improve the way they create and manage board packets, access information and conduct meetings. Visit BoardDocs.com to experience our premier board management solutions firsthand.

First Student

Booth #721

As the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America, First Student strives to provide the best start and finish to every school day. First Student completes six million student journeys each day. With a team of highly-trained drivers and the industry’s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services including full-service transportation and management, special-needs transportation, route optimization and scheduling, and charter services for 1,300 school district contracts. For more information, visit firststudentinc.com.

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PLATINUM SPONSORS Booth #621

GCA Education Services is a leading provider of comprehensive Custodial, Facilities Operations and Maintenance and Grounds services to over 300 Education clients throughout the United States.

Honeywell

Booth #325

More is expected of schools than ever before. With increased security concerns, indoor air quality issues, rising energy and operating costs, aging buildings and shrinking budgets, it’s difficult to maintain an effective learning environment. Honeywell Building Solutions understands, and we can help you develop a clear path to creating a safe, secure, healthy and energy-efficient school environment that fosters student success.

K12 Insight

Booth #446

K12 Insight, based in Herndon, Va., works with more than 30,000 school administrators to strengthen the relationships that power education. Our custom solutions combine technology, research and expert training to help school leaders build trust and drive positive change in their local communities.

Lifetouch Photography For nearly 80 years, Lifetouch Photography has been the professional photography choice for schools and families in local communities across North America. Additionally, Lifetouch supports educational leaders at national and local levels, serving as official photographers. National education partners include The School Superintendents Association, National Association of Elementary School Principals, National Association Secondary School Principals, National School Boards Association, National PTA and The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program.

NAMM Foundation

Booth #1015

The NAMM Foundation promotes access to a complete education that includes music and arts instruction for all children. The Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) program is a signature program of The NAMM Foundation that recognizes and celebrates schools and districts for their support and commitment to music education. For more information about the NAMM Foundation visit nammfoundation.org.

Optoma

Booth #514

Optoma is a world leading manufacturer of projectors and audio systems for business, education, professional audio/video and home entertainment. Optoma projection products combine superior image processing technologies with exceptional engineering and innovation to deliver images that are bright, crystal clear and finely tuned for tone and color. Optoma high resolution audio systems by NuForce offer best-in-class components to deliver exceptional sound and simple elegant audio for the entry level audiophile.

Sodexo

Booth #715

Sodexo enhances your learning environment and improves the Quality of Life for the entire Schools community. By focusing on Student Well-Being Solutions, we reinforce the overall experience of a student’s educational journey. From appetizing school meals to healthy classrooms to safe playgrounds and more, Sodexo enhances every student’s ability to learn, to grow, and to succeed in life.

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

The National School Boards Association would like to acknowledge the following Annual Conference sponsors for their generous support. On behalf of NSBA, our state associations and our Annual Conference attendees, thank you!

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS Blue Bird/Roush Cleantech Childhelp CSDNET Follett Johnson Controls Springboard Education in America Stantec VMWare

SILVER SPONSORS Chartwells K-12 Destination Imagination The District Management Council Intralogic Solutions NSBAC Penn Foster Preferred Meals THE CONFERENCE FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION LEADERS • BOSTON • APRIL 9-11 15

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CORPORATE PARTNERS

Corporate Partner

The National School Boards Association is proud to showcase the following organizations who share our mission and vision for public education. Collaboratively, we have found ways to strengthen our member services through their generous support.

2016

Now in its 22nd year, the Magna Awards is sponsored

by American School Board Journal, the National School Boards Association, and Sodexo, a proud sponsor of the awards since 1995.

COME AND BE INSPIRED! Join us for the 2016 Best Practices for School Leaders Luncheon

Saturday, April 9, 2016, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Grand Ballroom West Boston Convention & Exposition Center

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SERVICE PARTNERS SERVICE PARTNERS

AxisPlus is a flexible spending administration program designed to provide benefit services that allow employees to have pre-taxed dollars withheld from their pay to be used for medical and childcare expenses, under provisions of IRS regulations.

(877) 872-2125 | psummers@usba.cc | www.axisplus.com

Brokers’ Risk is a leader in providing risk management resources for educational entities including school districts, state school board associations and public school foundations. During leadership conference, we launched Conference Guard, an Event Cancellation Insurance Program, designed for the National School Boards Association members to provide protection for their annual conferences and meetings.

John O’Mara, Vice President of Marketing (312) 930-6192 | omaraj@brokersrisk.com | www.BrokersRisk.com

The BuyBoard National Purchasing Cooperative lets you save time and money while purchasing the products you use every day. Developed to comply with state laws which require government entities to make purchases from an approved list of vendors who have gone through a competitive procurement process, BuyBoard gives districts the advantage of leveraging the cooperative’s ability to get volume discounts and combines it with the ease of online, web-based shopping and ordering. Purchase everything from pencils to re-locatable classrooms, and everything in between.

Gerald Brashears, BuyBoard Director (800) 695-2919 | www.tasb.org/services/cooperative_purchasing/contact.aspx | www.buyboard.com

HUMAN Healthy Vending is an award-winning vending and nutrition solution for schools. HUMAN provides a seamless one-stop shop for schools by providing eco-friendly healthy vending machines and expertise regarding upcoming USDA legislation. HUMAN has worked with thousands of schools to comply with USDA standards while increasing vending commissions and has launched its own line of USDA Smart-Snacks-In-School-compliant snacks called Super HUMAN Snacks.

Stanton Saiki, Strategic Account Liaison (310) 845-7738 | stantons@healthyvending.com | www.SmartSnacksInSchool.com/NSBA

Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Ky., is a leading health and well-being company focused on making it easy for people to achieve their best health with clinical excellence through coordinated care.

The company’s strategy integrates care delivery, the member experience, and clinical and consumer

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insights to encourage engagement, behavior change, proactive clinical outreach and wellness for the millions of people Humana serves across the country.

Jeff Ayler, Wellness Solutions, West Region (619) 846-9394 | jayler@humana.com | www.humana.com

Snapcause provides a free mobile app to help schools raise money. Fundraising can be difficult, so Snapcause built their app to make fundraising easier. Snapcause never wants fundraising to prevent a school from having a greater impact on its students and its community. Snapcause is here to help schools accomplish more. The free Snapcause mobile app turns every restaurant visit into a fundraising opportunity for your school. There’s no selling involved, so you can reach your fundraising goals with less time and effort. Just use the free Snapcause app to find a restaurant that will make a donation to your school. After a meal, just snap a picture of your receipt using the Snapcause app. Your school earns money with every snap, and Snapcause handles all of the admin for you.

Bob Neubert (215) 305-8259| bneubert@snapcause.com | www.snapcause.com

Study Hall Session Schedule for Saturday and Sunday

STUDY HALLS

These highly attended study hall sessions are back and include seven lounges and over 45 sessions. Pop into these mini-sessions to find the latest information on breaking educational news and hot topics. You can even earn continuing education credits.

Study halls are located around the perimeter of exhibit hall A.

11:00 AM–11:30 AM (Saturday only) 12:00 PM– 12:30 PM 12:45 PM–1:15 PM 3:00 PM–3:45 PM Check the mobile app for the most up-to-date information.

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GENERAL GENERAL CONFERENCE CONFERENCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE Friday, April 8..................... 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Attendee Registration (Exhibitor 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pre-Conference, Half-day (morning) Workshops

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Pre-Conference, Full-day Workshop

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM NSBA Bookstore

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Pre-Conference, Half-day (afternoon) Workshops

Saturday, April 9 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Attendee Registration (Exhibitor 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM NSBA Bookstore

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM GENERAL SESSION Speaker: Dan Rather

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Educational Programming Sessions

10:30 AM – 4:30 PM Exhibit Hall

(Exclusive hours are from 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM and 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM)

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Study Halls

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Luncheons

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Study Halls

12:45 PM – 1:15 PM Study Halls

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Educational Programming Sessions

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Study Halls

3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Educational Programming Sessions

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GENERAL GENERAL CONFERENCE CONFERENCE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE Attendee Registration (Exhibitor 9:00AM – 3:00 PM)

7:00 AM – 8:15 AM

Special Event - Inspiration Session

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM NSBA Bookstore

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM Breakfast Events

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Educational Programming Sessions

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM GENERAL SESSION

Speaker: Robin Roberts

11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Exhibit Hall (Exclusive Hours 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM & 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM)

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Luncheons

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Study Halls

12:45 PM – 1:15 PM Study Halls

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Educational Programming Sessions

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Study Halls

3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Educational Programming Sessions

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM Drum Circle

Monday, April 11 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Attendee Registration

8:00 AM – 1:30 PM NSBA Bookstore

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Educational Programming Sessions

10:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Educational Programming Sessions

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

CLOSING GENERAL SESSION Speaker: Tony Wagner

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Sunday, April 10............... 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS GENERAL SESSIONS

Sessions held at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center, Hall B

Saturday, April 9, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Dan Rather

Award Winning Broadcast Journalist For more than 50 years, former CBS News anchor and 60 Minutes correspondent Dan Rather has been the embodiment of the intrepid broadcast journalist. From the Kennedy assassination to the Indian Ocean tsunami, he has covered every major story of our time, with distinction and a fierce dedication to hard news. For his unparalleled devotion to his craft, he was named the 2012 recipient of the Edward R. Murrow Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Despite a lifetime of accolades Rather never lost his drive for frontline journalism. After leaving CBS News, he pioneered a cable news magazine program doing exactly the kind of in-depth international and investigative reporting that has become such an endangered species on television. Rather recently launched a production company called “New & Guts.” He is developing a series of projects ranging from an acclaimed interview program on AXS TV to documentaries and digital video content. His continued restlessness in pursuit of excellence would be evident to anyone who read his entertaining memoir Rather Outspoken: My Life in the News, published in 2012.

Rather

A native son of Texas, Dan Rather is well-known for his humor, colorful speaking style and the home-spun “Ratherisms” that he has used with greatest exuberance in his election coverage.

Sunday, April 10, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Robin Roberts Co-Anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America Robin Roberts is co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America. Under her

Roberts

leadership, the broadcast has won three consecutive Emmy Awards for “Outstanding Morning Program.”

When not traveling around the world covering breaking news events, Roberts is at GMA’s studio in Times Square conducting interviews with a diverse group of newsmakers. Her headline-making interviews include President Barack Obama, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, First Lady Michelle Obama, and NBA Superstar LeBron James. In her role, she has conducted interviews with countless musicians, authors, athletes and celebrities.

In her latest memoir, Everybody’s Got Something, Roberts tells the amazing story of her battle against a life-threatening illness, the life lessons she continues to learn, and her inspiring return to the GMA anchor desk. For the strength and courage she has displayed throughout her life and career, she has been recognized with awards and honors from organizations around the country, including the ESPYS 2013 Arthur Ashe Courage Award.

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Sessions held at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center, Hall B

Monday, April 11, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Tony Wagner

Expert In Residence at Harvard University’s Innovation Lab

Wagner

Tony Wagner currently serves as an Expert In Residence at Harvard University’s new Innovation Lab. Prior to this appointment, Wagner was the first Innovation Education Fellow at the Technology & Entrepreneurship Center at Harvard, and the founder and co-director of the Change Leadership Group at the Harvard Graduate School of Education for more than a decade. His previous work experience includes twelve years as a high school teacher, K-8 principal, university professor in teacher education, and founding executive director of Educators for Social Responsibility.

Wagner is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences and a widely published author. His work includes numerous articles and six books. Wagner’s latest, Most Likely To Succeed: Preparing Our Kids for The Innovation Era, co-authored by Ted Dintersmith, was just published by Scribner. Creating Innovators: The Making of Young People Who Will Change The World, was published by Scribner in 2012 to rave reviews and has been translated into 12 languages. His 2008 book, The Global Achievement Gap continues to be an international best seller, with a Second Edition recently released.

Wagner recently served as the Strategic Education Advisor for a major new education documentary, Most Likely to Succeed, which had its world premiere at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. He also collaborated with noted filmmaker Robert Compton to create a 60 minute documentary, The Finland Phenomenon: Inside The World’s Most Surprising School System in 2010.

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Sessions held at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center

Saturday, April 9, 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Daniel A. Domenech

Executive Director, AASA, The School Superintendents Association Daniel A. Domenech has served as Executive Director of AASA, The School Superintendents Association, since July 2008. Domenech has more than 36 years of experience in public education, 27 of those years served as a school superintendent.

In addition, Domenech has served on the U.S. Department of Education’s National Assessment Governing Board, the advisory board for the Department of Defense schools, the board of directors of the Association for the Advancement of International Education, the Board of Overseers for the Baldrige Award and the boards of the Domenech Institute for Educational Leadership, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the Education Policy Institute, and chair for Communities in Schools of Virginia.

Sunday, April 10, 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Mark Edwards

Superintendent, Mooresville Graded School District The Mooresville Graded School District in Mooresville, North Carolina, has been recognized as a national leader with its Digital Conversion. The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and CNNMoney have all noted MGSD as a model in leveraging digital resources to improve student achievement. Dr. Mark Edwards, MGSD Superintendent and the 2013 AASA National Superintendent of the Year, has authored two books: the national best seller Every Child, Every Day and the recently released Thank You For Your Leadership. Dr. Edwards will draw from his work to inform and inspire school board and other Edwards leaders in this session. In addition to his writings, he will use work from a new book that he and renowned leader Michael Fullan are co-authoring titled Unstoppable Momentum to illustrate that transformation is all about focusing on culture, pedagogical progress, and everyone growing and learning together. Scholastic Administrator called MGSD the “Best School District in America” and thousands of educators have traveled to Mooresville to learn from their success.

Saturday, April 9, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM and 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Christopher Emdin

Founder & Chairman, International Center for Leadership in Education

Emdin

Christopher Emdin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he also serves as Director of Secondary School Initiatives at the Urban Science Education Center. He holds a Ph.D. in Urban Education with a concentration in Mathematics, Science and Technology, Masters degrees in both Natural Sciences and Education Administration, and Bachelors degrees in Physical Anthropology, Biology, and Chemistry. He has taught high school mathematics, general science, physics, and chemistry, and has been a researcher on many NSF funded research projects in

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mathematics and science education. His research focuses on issues of race, class, and diversity in urban classrooms, the use of new theoretical frameworks to transform education, and urban school reform.

Dr. Emdin researches, consults, and delivers speeches on various issues in schools such as science technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, urban education, school and classroom climate, fostering dialogue in schools, and student engagement.

Saturday, April 9, 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Thomas J. Gentzel

Executive Director, National School Boards Association Thomas J. Gentzel is the Executive Director of the National School Boards Association (NSBA), which represents state associations of school boards and their more than 13,000 member school districts across the United States. He has worked on behalf of, and advocated for, school boards for nearly 36 years. Prior to NSBA, Mr. Gentzel was the executive director of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association.

His career at PSBA started in 1980 as a lobbyist and, five years later, he took the helm of the organization’s Office of Governmental and Member Relations—a position Gentzel he held for more than 16 years. He became the organization’s executive director in 2001 Gentzel and directed a staff of more than 150 persons. He became NSBA’s sixth executive director in 2012.

Sunday, April 10, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM and 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Michael McGough Leadership Consultant

Michael McGough is currently a leadership consultant. He was an educator for 43 years in public education as a teacher, coach, department head, assistant principal, principal, superintendent and college associate professor of education. He also has an extensive background in historic Gettysburg. He is a licensed battlefield guide emeritus for the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Gettysburg National Military Park. McGough has authored several books and numerous articles.

McGough

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Saturday, April 9, 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday, April 10, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM

Donna Porter & Dwayne ‘DJ’ Batiste Educator and Inspirational Student Speaker

Porter & Batiste

Passionate. Dynamic. Motivational. Donna Porter and DJ Batiste have a story that is sure to inspire all audiences. Porter has dedicated her life to the field of education, and has gained a breadth of wisdom and experience that she now pours into audiences across the nation. Early in his life, DJ Batiste was kicked out of Head Start. Some years later, he was in Juvenile Detention and leading a large violent gang in Mississippi. High School came around and after constant suspensions and trouble with the law, he was introduced to Conscious Discipline in a single moment, by his beloved teacher, Donna Porter. This “teacher of teachers” will challenge the way you view education and DJ Batiste will inspire you to “shoot for the moon” as you impact the next generation.

Sunday, April 10, 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Douglas Reeves

Partner, Creative Leadership Solutions Douglas Reeves is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions in Boston. The author of more than 30 books and 80 articles on leadership and organizational effectiveness, he was named the Brock International Laureate for his contributions to education. His latest book is The Seven Virtues of Creativity and he provides research for improving creativity among students, teachers, administrators, and board members.

Reeves

Saturday, April 9, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Paul A. Reynolds

CEO & Co-Founder of FableVision Paul A. Reynolds is the CEO and Co-Founder of Boston-based FableVision, which creates and distributes original educational media, mobile games and apps designed to move the world to a better place. Paul has helped build the multimilliondollar firm into an internationally recognized multimedia developer and publisher, with partnerships, strategic alliances and clients across many industries—broadcast, museum, institutional, K12, educational publishing, technology and research.

Reynolds

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Sessions held at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center

Saturday, April 9, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Peter H. Reynolds

CEO & Co-Founder of FableVision

Reynolds

Peter H. Reynolds is a New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, creativity advocate, and founder of FableVision, an award-winning educational multimedia development company co-located at the Boston Children’s Museum, as well as FableVision Learning, a K12 educational media & technology publisher based in Dedham, MA. Reynolds’ goal is “to help children protect their creative spirit and give their parents, teachers, and caregivers the support and tools to bravely make their mark in learning, creative self-expression, and civic problem-solving.”

Monday, April 11, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM and 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Glenn Singleton

Race Equity Leader, Author & Educator President and Founder, Pacific Educational Group Glenn Singleton has devoted over thirty years to constructing racial equity worldwide and developing leaders to do the same. He is the creator of Courageous Conversations About Race (2006). As President and Founder of Pacific Educational Group, Inc. (PEG), Singleton has created an agency that has developed racially conscious leaders in a variety of sectors: education, government, business, law enforcement, and community organizing among them.

Singleton

Saturday, April 9, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM and 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday, April 10, 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

James Spellos

President, Meeting U

Spellos

Jim Spellos is the President of Meeting U, a company specializing in helping people become more productive and comfortable with technology including social media and mobile apps. Jim is a recognized expert in the field of technology with over 20 years of experience, delivering over 150 seminars annually on how to become more productive and efficient using technology applications, including social media. He is a faculty member at New York University, has taught in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies since 1990, joined the undergraduate faculty in 2002, and won an award for teaching excellence in 2004.

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PROGRAMMING OPTIONS Focus Areas and Learning Opportunities Align your conference sessions with the content that fosters growth and supports you, your staff, and your students. With over 300 workshop sessions organized into focus areas, it’s easy for your team to find the content that best benefits your district.

Advocacy Shape the debate. Learn about current national topics that are affecting education leaders and impacting local control and governance.

Governance and Executive Leadership Effective leadership skills are necessary to transform public education. Learn how to align resources to achieve district standards and priorities and understand education reform.

Innovations in District Management Learn how to deal with economic challenges, manage local bond initiatives, and deal with hot topics, such as common core standards and data-driven decisions.

Master Class Change leaders in education share how innovative approaches and unique leadership styles can improve student achievement.

New School Board Member Workshops Essential training to help new board members hone their leadership skills and give others a chance to refresh their knowledge while networking with colleagues from across the country.

School Board/Superintendent Partnerships Learn the different roles and responsibilities of the board and superintendents, and how to collaborate and develop long-term successful relationships inside and outside the system.

Student Achievement and Accountability Understand the factors which set conditions to optimize teaching and learning, narrow, or eliminate the achievement gap, accountability, and continuous improvement within a system.

Study Hall Participate in an interactive 30-minute upload of the latest knowledge on hot topics, led by experts and their school district clients.

Technology + Learning Solutions Hands-on sessions, workshops, and site visits on how technology is transforming school districts with relevant knowledge for technology directors, administrators, and board members.

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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS TRACKING SESSIONS AND ATTENDANCE/CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT

learning deployments, as well as how to motivate facilitators and improve year-end results.

Attendance at all conference events at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center will be tracked via your conference badge. Please ensure your badge is scanned at each session.

You can check your session attendance via the NSBA Mobile App or at the Continuing Education Credit Station in the North Lobby.

You will be required to complete a session evaluation for each session. Please check with your respective state school boards association to determine if attendance at the NSBA Annual Conference meets their requirements for continuing education or training.

Saturday, April 9

Sunday, April 10

Monday, April 11

NSBA DRUM CIRCLE Sponsored by NAMM Foundation, Booth #1015 Sunday, April 10, 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM North East Lobby, Second Level, Boston Convention & Exposition Center Back by popular demand! Join us for an interactive drum circle experience. Revive, renew, and realize your own creative potential through the power of music. Experience some basic facilitation techniques used for building camaraderie and support, reducing stress, and empowering student achievement. No experience necessary.

Acellus Executive Training and Certification Room 207, Boston Convention & Exposition Center The purpose of this training course is to create a framework of best practices used by leading school districts to set up blended learning programs that empower teachers and improve student outcomes. The training covers aspects including funding opportunities for starting blended learning programs, effectively managing and operating blended

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Hours: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

DLR Innovation Challenge North Lobby, Boston Convention & Exposition Center Back by popular demand! The DLR Group Student Innovation Challenge returns to NSBA. Roll up your sleeves, immerse yourself in a learning exercise, and help students solve global problems in the Innovation Challenge. This event will display active learning, collaborative teamwork, and various puzzles that challenge students to address real-world problems creatively. Don’t miss the opportunity to see first-hand how the environment and access to expert resources impacts the learning experience.

EXHIBIT HALL HIGHLIGHTS 2016 NSBA EXPOSITION aka CAMPUS EXPO! The 2016 NSBA Exhibit Hall is once again being turned into the Campus Expo, featuring over 275 companies, some of whom are brand new to the K-12 education market! This is your first chance to meet with organizations that represent the diversity of new solutions in education. You will undoubtedly be inspired and bring home the latest ideas for your district!

NEW this year: Relax and Recharge Lounge The Exhibit Hall will also feature popular favorites such as our expanded Green Zone and Music & Arts Main Street areas, as well as Cutting Edge AveNEW, the Technology Innovation Pavilion, and the NSBA Marketplace!

Exhibit Hours: Saturday, April 9 Sunday, April 10

10:30 AM – 4:30 PM 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Saturday, April 9

Sunday, April 10

11:45 AM – 1:30 PM 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM

Relax and Recharge Lounge, sponsored by Stantec Architecture Booth 515 Take a break and enjoy a bite of local fare at the Relax & Recharge Lounge.

Technology Showcase Pavilion Booths 845-948

Green Zone Booths 1044-1063 If you are looking to advance green initiatives in your district, improve student achievement, and engage your community be sure to visit the Green Zone, featuring exhibitors whose products and services are creating healthy school environments conducive to learning while saving energy, resources and money.

As of January 26, 2016

Take a waltz down Aisle 1000 and learn about how you can strengthen your school’s music and arts programs in a cost efficient manner. Be sure to stop by the Music Main Street Stage and take in a performance by one of our very talented student performing groups!

MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. NAMM Foundation REMO, Inc. VH1 Save the Music Foundation

1021 1015 1014 1020

As of January 26, 2016

Technology enables new ways to do old tasks!

Selected by a national panel of educators, the six Technology Innovation Showcase companies represent diverse solutions that are emerging to help transform teaching and learning, address equity issues, improve emergency communications, and streamline administrative tasks. Don’t miss this chance to meet some of today’s most passionate and creative entrepreneurs.

A. Jandris & Sons, Inc. Ameresco, Inc. Aries Building Systems Busch Systems International CFI Foam Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. Concrete Products Group E. Dillon & Company Excel Dryer Hitech Assets Powering America ProBlock, LLC Siemens Industry, Inc./Building Technologies Division

Music & Arts Main Street Booths 1014-1023

1052 1048 1063 1056 1059 1053 1055 1058 1045 1046 1047 1057 1044

Cutting Edge AveNEW Booths 1026-1031 Be the first in your district to meet the newest companies and see the latest and greatest products on the block! This special area is dedicated to start-up businesses who have never exhibited at a national trade show and want to debut their state-of-the-art products and services to you specifically!

Otus Student Performance Platform Exemplary Schools Organization Study Forge Treker, LLC Learner First, LLC Innovations in Online Education

1026 1027 1028 1029 1030 1031

As of January 26, 2016

The NSBA Marketplace Back of Hall A Returning this year…the NSBA Marketplace—a special area in the rear of the hall where exhibitors are allowed to sell their products and services to you right on the floor! You will be able to take the product with you at that moment.

Please note that ONLY exhibitors located within the Marketplace are allowed to sell on the NSBA exhibit floor.

Ideal Jewelry Navajo Jewelry and Crafts The Pin Man Purple Umbrella Jewelry

966 967 1066 1068

As of January 26, 2016

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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS EXHIBIT HALL HIGHLIGHTS continued The NSBA Exhibit Exam Challenge The Exhibit Exam has gone digital! No more paper to lug around….the game is completely on our mobile app! Find out how much you know about our exhibitors. Tap on the Exhibit Exam icon on the app, visit the participating Exhibit Exam participants, get the answers to questions about their companies, and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes!

Say Hi To Our New Exhibitors!

While visiting the exhibit floor, be sure and stop by our brand new companies to the NSBA exhibit floor and tell them you look forward to seeing them again in future shows.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL GROUPS Sponsored by NAMM Foundation

These wonderful high school musical groups will be performing during the General Sessions.

The JazzChords of Calloway Cab Calloway School of the Arts– Wilmington, DE Saturday, April 9 The JazzChords of Calloway was established in 1997 when Bob McGrath (‘Bob’ from Sesame Street) was scheduled to perform at the Grand Opera House in Wilmington. He called music teacher Martin Lassman, who has taught Vocal Music at the school since 1992, and invited students from the school to sing back-up vocals onstage for his songs. That became the impetus for starting the choir as a performance group. Since then, the JazzChords have performed at a variety of events including World Café Live and the Ice Cream Festival in Delaware, the Hard Rock Cafe in NYC, the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Disney World, the Disney Jazz Festival in Orlando, the Convention Center in Philadelphia, onboard the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship and as the opening act of a tribute to Justin Bieber in NYC. They have sung for several states’ Governors, US Senators and Congressmen. They have been featured performers at the Rehoboth Jazz Festival and the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival which is the largest outdoor jazz festival on the East Coast. The choir competed and won ‘Gold’ at the Roxbury NJ Choir Invitational

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every year they have competed. Most recently, the JazzChords won high honors—a Bronze Mickey and solo singing award—at the 2015 Festival Disney World competition.

Campbell County High School Harmony Campbell County High School–Gillette, WY Sunday, April 10 The Campbell County High School Harmony Choir, from Gillette, WY, under the direction of L. Marie Dickey, is an ensemble of Junior and Senior students who are the elite choir and considered one of the best in the region. Students are selected for this choir based on their past musicality, leadership and dedication to the choral program at CCHS. As a result of becoming a member of this choir, the students put in hundreds of hours of community service performing throughout Gillette. Every year, the choir sponsors the annual Christmas Madrigal Dinners, which have become a 25-year-old tradition that is loved by the community and students as well. Many of the students in this choir have been selected to represent Gillette and Campbell County in numerous honor choirs such as ACDA National Honor Choirs, OAKE National Honor Choirs, ACDA All-Northwest Choirs, NAFME All-Northwest Choirs, and Wyoming All-State Honor Choir. Harmony Choir has been selected to sing the National Anthem at a Colorado Rockies baseball game later this summer.

Framingham Jazz Band Framingham High School–Framingham, MA Monday, April 11 The Framingham High School Jazz Ensemble is comprised of some of the best musicians in the school. They have won Gold and Silver medals at both district festivals and the MA State Finals for many years. They perform in local performances as well as festivals in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

Be prepared to discover new and exciting ideas and solutions that will change the way your district does business and saves money!

For the Safety of the Younger Set: Young people are welcome, but we ask that children under 16 years of age be accompanied by an adult.

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GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION Badges

Information/Help Desk

Your badge is the only requirement for admission to most Conference activities—exhibits, general sessions, workshops, and professional development programs. Badges are required of all persons using the free shuttle buses.

An Information/Help desk will be open and located in the North Lobby of the Boston Convention & Exposition Center during established registration hours.

Conference Bookstore Browse NSBA books and popular titles from our conference speakers at the NSBA Bookstore located in the North Lobby.

Conference Policy Smoking is prohibited in the Boston Convention & Exposition Center, meeting rooms, and the Exhibit Hall, including sessions at all Conference and governance meetings under NSBA sponsorship.

The National School Boards Association endorses no individual or groups of individuals or any sentiment expressed by any speaker or other participant in its program, except by official action of its Delegate Assembly. Admission to conference programs and exhibits is limited to persons holding the official 2016 Conference badge.

Lost and Found All misplaced items turned into NSBA will be kept at the NSBA Information/Help Desk in the North Lobby of the Boston Convention & Exposition Center. Please check there for lost articles.

Mobile App Sponsored by Emerald Data Solutions, The Makers of BoardDocs Your one-stop shop for everything conference related! Create a schedule, review session descriptions and locations, look for speakers, access handouts, search for exhibitors, review the exhibit floor plan, and more—from your laptop, tablet or mobile device. Go to m.core-apps.com/ nsba2016 and download the app TODAY!

Registration constitutes your consent that any pictures taken during NSBA sponsored events can be used for meeting and promotional purposes without remuneration.

E-Mail Stations Sponsored by Emerald Data Solutions, The Makers of BoardDocs Create your own conference schedule and check your e-mail at the E-Mail Stations located in the North Lobby of the Boston Convention & Exposition Center.

Food Service Continental breakfast and lunch foods are available for purchase in the Boston Convention & Exposition Center Saturday through Monday beginning at 8:00 AM. Concessions will be available in the Exhibit Hall during exposition hours.

NSBA Acronyms Some of NSBA’s most commonly used acronyms are as follows: AIAN National Caucus of American Indian/ Alaska Native ASBJ

American School Board Journal

COSA

Council of School Attorneys

CPE

Center for Public Education

CUBE Council of Urban Boards of Education FRN

Federal Relations Network

NBC

National Black Council

NC

National Connection

NHC

National Hispanic Council

NSBAC National School Boards Action Center TLN

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Technology Leadership Network

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION A restaurant information booth will be located in the North Lobby of the Boston Convention & Exposition Center for the convenience of NSBA registrants. Personnel will be on the spot to provide information and assist in making restaurant reservations. This service is provided courtesy of the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau and NSBA.

Session Handouts Workshop presenters are encouraged to upload electronic copes of session handouts to our website. You can access handouts section on the website at www.nsba.org/conference and go to the Online Planner. You may also access the handouts on the conference mobile app.

Handouts will be available online for 60 days after the conference.

Convention & Exposition Center. A variety of office services, including copying, faxing, plus packaging and shipping are offered.

Transportation Free shuttle buses are operated by NSBA between the Boston Convention & Exposition Center and NSBA Conference hotels. Schedules of operation are available at the information desk in the North Lobby of the Boston Convention & Exposition Center. The shuttle system operates on a limited schedule Friday and on a regular schedule Saturday through Monday.

Shuttle Schedule: Friday, April 8 Saturday, April 9 Sunday, April 10 Monday, April 11

7:30 AM to 6:30 PM 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM 6:30 AM to 6:15 PM 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Special Services The FedEx Business Center is located on Level One West of the North Lobby of the Boston

Social Networking

Be sure to “Like” us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SchoolBoards

Join the conversation and be a part of the story— social networking comes to the Annual Conference!

Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/NSBAComm Share your thoughts on site in Boston with fellow attendees and your colleagues back home and use the special Annual Conference Twitter hashtag: #NSBAConf

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STATE MEETINGS AND FUNCTIONS DATES AND LOCATIONS FRIDAY, April 8 7:00 PM Pennsylvania, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts School Boards Associations Joint Reception

Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom A

SATURDAY, April 9

7:00 AM Oklahoma School Boards Association

Westin Boston Waterfront

7:00 AM Texas Association of School Boards

Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom AB

12:00 PM Indiana School Board Association

Westin Boston Waterfront

SUNDAY, April 10

7:00 AM Texas Association of School Boards

Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom AB

7:30 AM Kentucky School Boards Association

Westin Boston Waterfront, Commonwealth Ballroom AB

8:00 PM Mississippi School Boards Association

Westin Boston Waterfront, Marina Ballroom

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West Service Road Ramp

Ramp

Ramp

Ramp Dock Manager

Loading Dock

Valet Parking Lot

Dock #60 Up Ramp to Level 1

Low Roof (35’5”) Skybridge (Level 1 Access)

High Roof (76’ to 100’)

Skybridge (Level 1 Access)

NSBA General Sessions Ramp to Hall C

Dock #61

Exhibit Hall C (162,000 sq ft)

Exhibit Hall B1 (92,000 sq ft)

Ramp Access to Level 1

High Roof

Down Ramp from Level 1

Low Roof

Guest Network Operations Center

051 050

Southeast Pre-function

East Registration

NE Lobby A

052 A

NE Lobby B1

052 B

MCCA Executive Offices

SE Lobby B2

Dock #62 SE Lobby C

Service Road

Exhibit Hall A (170,000 sq ft)

Exhibit Hall B (184,000 sq ft) Exhibit Hall B2 (92,000 sq ft)

Ramp Access to Level 1

NSBA Exhibit Hall

ATM Drop-Off

Public Safety Office

MCCA Executive Offices

Drop-Off East Service Road

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477’

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Exhibit Hall B

17,647 11,253 11,440 26,285 390’

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8,350 9,147

Exhibit Hall C

14,729 9,627

10,800 23,142 341’

477’

162,000

35’6”/82’

050

208

132

110

232

58’

28’

1,624

15’6” / 18’

051

208

132

110

232

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520

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59’4”

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59’4”

390

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35’6”/92’ 35’6”/92’ 35’6”/92’

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117’

6,941

15’6” / 18’

60’4”

3,579

15’6” / 18’

56’4”

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SW Lobby B2

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5,730 5,730

SW Lobby C

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Skybridge Open to Exhibit Hall C (Below)

Down to Exhibit Level

Skybridge Open to Exhibit Hall A (Below)

Open to Exhibit Hall B (Below)

Entrance Plaza

North Lobby

Summer Stre

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Outtakes

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High Roof Low Roof

Drop-Off

Center East Pre-function

NE Lobby A

158 157 157 157 156 156 156 155 C B A C B A

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Southeast Pre-function

SE Lobby C

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Northwest Pre-function

Northwest Lobby

207 206 206 B A

209 208

Service Corridor

205 C

205 B

NW Corner Pre-function

Southwest Pre-function

Southwest Lobby Low Roof (Outside)

205 A 204 204 203 B A

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Skybridge (Level 1)

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Skybridge (Level 1)

West Boardroom Pre-function

Low Roof (35’5”)

Kitchen Storage

High Roof (76’ - 100’)

Boardroom Suite 201,202 Bridge

Open to Exhibit Hall C (Below)

Open to Exhibit Hall A (Below)

Open to Exhibit Hall B (Below)

Kitchen

North Lobby (Below)

Entrance Plaza (Below)

BCMC Sales Dept.

High Roof

Bakery NE Corner Pre-function

Low Roof

East BCMC Pre-function

Catering Office Service Corridor

Ballroom Level Low Roof (Outside)

261

Service Corridor

260 259 259 258 258 258 257 257 256 B A B A C B A Southeast Lobby

Southeast Pre-function

255 254 254 253 B A C Northeast Lobby

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Northeast Pre-function Skybridge Access

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480

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3,364

16’6”/19’

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110

228

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27’7”

1,599

16’6”/19’

252B

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58’

30’1”

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125

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249

380

253

250

480

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16’6”/19’

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675

700

1,230

73’

118’

8,614

16’6”/19’

204A

208

125

110

228

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27’7”

1,599

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480

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78’2”

5,705

16’6”/19’

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240

143

150

249

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30’1”

1,744

16’6”/19’

253BC Green Room

608

480

815

73’

78’2”

5,705

16’6”/19’

205ABC

960

675

700

1,230

73’

118’

8,614

16’6”/19’

205AB

608

405

480

815Skybridge 73’

78’2”

5,705

16’6”/19’

205BC

630

405

480

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78’2”

5,705

16’6”/19’

205A

400

238

210

411

73’

39’6”

2,883

16’6”/19’

205B

380

238

210

399

73’

38’4”

2,798

16’6”/19’

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203

208

204AB

205C

400

206AB

132

110

Exhibit Hall C (Below)

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232

58’

28’

Exhibit Hall B (Below)

Low Roof (Outside)

1,624 Low Roof

16’6”/19’

16’6”/19’

Exhibit Hall A (Below)

960

Lobby

405

Pre-function (19,340 sq ft)

16’6”/19’

253A

400

238

210

411

73’

39’6”

2,883

16’6”/19’

253B

380

238

210

399

73’

Lobby 38’4”

2,798

16’6”/19’

253C

400

238

210

411 Ballroom 73’ West 39’6”

2,883

16’6”/19’

254AB

380

253

250

480

3,364

16’6”/19’

150

249

1,744

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Finishing 143 Kitchen

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16’6”/19’

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West 143 259ABallroom240

208

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187

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208

132

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232

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Exhibit Hall A (Below)

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Lobby

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Skybridge Access 249 58’ (Level 2)

78’2”

208

125

110

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58’

27’7”

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16’6”/19’

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208

132

110

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58’

28’

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192 Ballroom

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100

211

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25’6”

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179’

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1,385

1,560

2,685

179’

105’

18,795

32’/19’

West

2,410

1,385

1,560

2,685

179’

105’

18,795

32’/19’

Ballroom East Lobby

Green Room

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TECHNOLOGY AND LEARNING PROGRAMMING Technology Leadership Network (TLN) Hosted Programming Open to all conference registrants; Additional fees required*

TECHNOLOGY

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE FRIDAY, April 8 9:00 AM – Noon

9:00 AM – Noon 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

National School Boards Association

Technology Leadership Network

Pre-Conference No. 5: Setting a Course for the Future: What Board Members Need to Know About Technology Trends* Pre-Conference No. 3: InnovatingTeaching and Learning with iPad* Site Visit: Be Inspired! Cambridge Public Schools, MA* Pre-Conference No. 10: Inventing Teaching and Learning with iPad* Pre-Conference No. 15: Most Likely to Succeed Film & Panel Discussion*

SATURDAY, April 9 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM NSBA’s Annual Technology Innovation Showcase 11:30 AM – 3:45 PM Site Visit: Fostering STEM Learning—In and Out of Schools, Museum of Science* 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Playing to Learn: What Board Members Need to Know about GAMes 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Jordyn’s Story: How Technology Tools Support All Students

SUNDAY, April 10 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM Top Tech Trends for 2016 Noon – 2:00 PM Fredi Lajvardi, Education Technology Luncheon Speaker* 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Rethinking Computer Science: What the Future Holds 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Site Visit: Civic Engagement through Innovation, The Edward M. Kennedy Institute* 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Site Visit: Experience the Past; Explore the Future, Harvard University* 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM What Does “Future Ready” Mean for Your District?

MONDAY, April 11 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Site Visit: TechBoston Academy* Site Visit: Fab Labs—Sharing Knowledge on a Global Scale* Beyond Seat Time: New Ways to Think About Learning Creating Schools that Work for Kids

NSBA has been a leader in education technology since the Technology Leadership Network was created to serve school board members and district leaders in 1987. Today, the TLN focuses on the intersection of policy and practice through hosted panels and off-site programs at this conference and recognition programs like the “20 to Watch,” Digital District Survey, and Technology Innovation Showcase. The 2016 TLN Site Visit Series will host visits to Colonial School District, New Castle (DE), April 20 – 22 and the Sunnyside Unified School District, Tucson (AZ), May 4 – 6.

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2016 Colonial School District New Castle, DE April 20–22, 2016

NSBA EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY SITE VISITS Sunnyside Unified School District Tucson, AZ May 4–6, 2016

National School Boards Association

Technology Leadership Network

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Technology Innovation Showcase Hear from the six companies honored in the 4th Annual Technology Innovation Showcase at 10:30 AM, Saturday in room 253C to take home the latest ideas for your team! These emerging companies represent the diversity of new solutions in education and this is a “can’t miss” area in the exhibit hall.

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COUNCIL OF SCHOOL ATTORNEYS (COSA) NSBA Council of School Attorneys 2016 School Law Seminar* April 7-9, 2016

COSA

Sheraton Boston Hotel

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE THURSDAY, April 7 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2:00 PM - 4:00PM

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

NSBA Member State Association Counsel Luncheon Meeting In House Counsel Luncheon Meeting Concurrent Early Bird Session #1: FERPA and Bullying Concurrent Early Bird Session #2: Employee Fringe Benefits and Religious Accommodation Concurrent Early Bird Session #3: OCR Investigations Workshop Opening General Session: The Every Student Succeeds Act

FRIDAY, April 8 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 9:30 AM - 9:45 AM 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

General Session: Video/Email Use in Schools General Session: News from COSA General Session: Civil Rights Liability in the Public Schools General Session: School Board Members and the First Amendment Lunch on your own Concurrent Session #1: Title IX, Serving LGBT Students, and Programming for Students with Autism Concurrent Session #2: Employee Termination, Employee Privacy and Free Speech, Creative Revenue Streaming School Law Seminar Reception

SATURDAY, April 9 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 9:20 AM - 10:00 AM 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

General Session: The National School Law Docket COSA Business Meeting, Elections and Award Presentation General Session: School District Investigations General Session: The Legal Ethics of School District Investigations

*All sessions will take place in the Sheraton Boston Hotel. Please note that all COSA events require preregistration and an additional fee.

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COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) CUBE PROGRAMMING* April 9-10, 2016

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE CUBE

SATURDAY, April 9 11:45 AM – 1:45 PM

2:15 PM – 4:00 PM

6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Lunch & Keynote Presentation: Through an Equity Lens–How Do We Advocate For Underserved Children?

Recruiting, Preparing and Retaining the Next Generation of Urban Educators: Whose job is it anyway?

Urban Night Out (UNO) (CUBE registrants and guests only)

Sunday, April 10 7:45 AM – 9:45 AM CUBE Annual Business Meeting (Elections for Steering Committee) and Breakfast 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM Where Does Your 2016 Presidential Candidate Stand Regarding Urban Education? *All sessions will take place in the Boston Convention & Exposition Center, with the exception of Urban Night Out. Please note that all CUBE events require pre-registration and an additional fee.

EQUITY SYMPOSIUM EDUCATING AND LEADING: ADDRESSING EQUITY THROUGH EFFECTIVE POLICY AND STRATEGIES

June 11, 2016 Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C..

This one - day symposium will focus on the strategies, current trends, research, and best practices that are positively impacting the educational outcomes of academically and economically disadvantaged students in traditional K-12 public settings.

www.nsba.org/equity

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Class, Gender, Race, and the Future of Urban Public Schools

July 14-16, 2016

Omni Hotel Charlotte, North Carolina www.nsba.org/cube

CAUCUS/COUNCIL SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

nbc nhc National School Boards Association

National School Boards Association

Black Council of School Board Members

Hispanic Council of School Board Members

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE CAUCUS/COUNCIL

FRIDAY, April 8 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM National Caucus of American Indian/Alaska Native School Board Members Elections & Business Meeting

SATURDAY, April 9 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM National Hispanic Council of School Board Members Elections & Business Meeting 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM AIAN Luncheon featuring Brenda J. Child, Professor, University of Minnesota (pre-registration and additional fee is required) 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM NBC Session: Policing Our Schools: The Role of School Resource Officers in Public Schools 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Joint AIAN, NBC, and NHC Session: Speak Out: Youth Discuss Education, Race and Their Future 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM National Black Council of School Board Members Elections & General Business Meeting 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Joint Caucus/Councils Reception

SUNDAY, April 10 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM NHC Breakfast featuring Alberto M. Carvalho, Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent (pre-registration and additional fee is required) 12:00 PM– 2:00 PM NBC Luncheon featuring Lonise Bias, internationally known motivational speaker, trainer, certified youth and family life coach and consultant (pre-registration and additional fee is required) 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM AIAN Session: Systems of Support: Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Student Populations 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM NHC Session: Undocumented Students in Your District: Separating Myth from Reality

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National Connection If you and your district are members of CUBE, then you are also part of NSBA’s National Connection program. That means you have access to all the benefits and services offered by National Connection, including the National Connection lounge (Room 253A) and special education programming at this conference.

All year long, National Connection is your executive information service for national news and networking. National Connection Daily, the HUB, ASBJ, Federal Insider, and more, are all designed to make you the education thought leader your students need.

To learn more about National Connection, visit: www.nsba.org/nationalconnection

To learn more about the Council of Urban Boards of Education (CUBE), visit www.nsba.org/CUBE

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National School Boards Association

National Connection

Council of Urban Boards of Education

PRE-CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

Unless otherwise noted, all events and sessions take place at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center.

THURSDAY, April 7 PRE-CONFERENCE

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

State Association Meeting NSBA Policies and Resolutions Committee Hearing Westin Boston Waterfront, Stone Page: 56

FRIDAY, April 8 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

State Association Meeting

NSBA Delegate Assembly Business Meeting Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom Page: 56

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Site Visit

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pre-Conference No. 1: Achieving Equity: Leadership Strategies and Promising Practices for Closing the Opportunity and Achievement Gaps Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB Page: 57

Pre-Conference No. 2: Crawl, Walk, or Run—Becoming a Highly Effective School Board Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Page: 58

Pre-Conference No. 3: Innovating Teaching and Learning with iPad Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B Page: 58

Pre-Conference No. 4: Improving the Value of Superintendent Evaluation in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A Page: 58

Pre-Conference No. 5: Setting a Course for the Future: What Board Members Need to Know About Technology Trends Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 Page: 59

Pre-Conference No. 6: What Every School Board Member Should Know About School Law Issues Today Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Page: 59

Advocacy

Be Inspired! Cambridge Public Schools, MA Page: 56

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

PRE-CONFERENCE FRIDAY, April 8 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pre-Conference No. 7: What’s Good for the Goose...Board Self Assessment

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Page: 59

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Pre-Conference No.14: Follow the Blueprint for a Successful Strategic Planning Process and Beyond Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 Page: 60

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

NSBA Bookstore North Lobby

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Pre-Conference No. 8: Fiscal Fitness Camp: Learning the Budget Is Not just a Table of Numbers Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A Page: 60

Pre-Conference No. 9: Disrupting Poverty: Turning High-Poverty Schools Into High-Performing Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB Page: 60

Pre-Conference No. 10: Innovating Teaching and Learning with iPad Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B Page: 61

Pre-Conference No. 11: Leading Change in Challenging Times: An Interactive, Collaborative Workshop Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Page: 61

Pre-Conference No. 12: The Other Side of the Report Card: What It Is, and Why It Matters Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Page: 61

Pre-Conference No. 13: When the Board Must Undertake a Superintendent Search: Using this Critical Process as a Positive, Meaningful Team-Building Opportunity Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Page: 62

Pre-Conference No. 15: Most Likely to Succeed Film Showing & Panel Discussion

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A

Page: 62 NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP Pre-Conference No. 16: Ethics, Board Meetings, and the Role of a School Board Member Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Page: 63

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS THURSDAY, APRIL 7 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM State Association Meeting

PRE-CONFERENCE

NSBA Policies and Resolutions Committee Hearing Westin Boston Waterfront, Stone Delegates, state association staff and conference attendees are invited to discuss proposals prior to the meeting of the NSBA Delegate Assembly on Friday, April 8.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM State Association Meeting NSBA Delegate Assembly Business Meeting Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom The 150-member Delegate Assembly is the official policy-making body of the National School Boards Association (NSBA). It is charged with adopting resolutions and policy amendments, and electing NSBA officers and directors. Activities of the Assembly are open to any conference registrant who wishes to attend as an observer. Delegates and their state association executive directors will be randomly assigned to participate in one of five concurrent briefing sessions, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. Regions will meet immediately following the recess of the Delegate Assembly in the locations indicated below: Central: Adams

Northeast: Stone

Pacific: Alcott

Southern: Douglass

Western: Faneuil

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM SITE VISIT: Be Inspired! Cambridge Public Schools, MA This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Just over the river from Boston is Cambridge, home to Harvard, MIT and Cambridge Public Schools, where you will spend the day learning about the extraordinary opportunities this 6,500 student district provides. The first stop is the district’s brand new “Net Zero” facility, a state-of-the-art school construction project housing both the Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School (JK-5) and the Putnam Avenue Upper School (6-8) where annual energy consumption is roughly equal to the amount of renewable energy created on the site. Classroom tours showcase the Mandarin language immersion program for K-5 children; the 1:1 Google Chromebook implementation at middle school; and the Learning Commons, a centralized Library Media, Educational Technology and Media Arts program. Your student-led tour of Cambridge Rindge and Latin School (CRLS), the city’s vibrant, diverse comprehensive high school includes the Media Arts studio where both media and broadcast programs are offered. Then prepare your palate for lunch prepared by culinary arts students in the Rindge School of Technical Arts in the Falcons’ Nest Restaurant at CRLS. During lunch, learn about CPS’s student data privacy policies and practices that are recognized nationally as a model for establishing a trusted learning environment. An interactive session with the Information, Communication and Technology Services (ICTS) Leadership team gives you answers about their role

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS FRIDAY, APRIL 8 in supporting the district’s vision. Your day concludes with a visit to the Community Lab at Biogen in Kendall Square, where CPS students engage in hands-on biotechnology experiments and interact with Biogen employees.

Pre-Conference Workshops All pre-conference workshops are ticketed events. They are open to all conference registrants, and tickets must be purchased in advance.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 1: Achieving Equity: Leadership Strategies and Promising Practices for Closing the Opportunity and Achievement Gaps Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB In today’s America, significant gaps in opportunities exist, which perpetuate gaps in achievement, especially for minority and low-income students. Through active participation led by an education equity/social justice expert and mini-sessions by community/education leaders, attendees will gain knowledge and skills for leading courageous conversations about the gaps, challenging conventional thinking about “the problem,” and identifying how practices and programs can transform schools/school systems to close the gaps so every child can achieve.

Presenters: Gary Howard, Gary Howard Equity Institute; James Lee, Chair, Minority Student Achievement Network; Kristi Sandvik, Superintendent, Buckeye Elementary School District; Jesus Rubalcava, Chair, NSBA Hispanic Council

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Please arrive by 8:45 AM. Bus departs promptly at 9:00 AM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0.

PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS FRIDAY, APRIL 8

PRE-CONFERENCE

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 2: Crawl, Walk, or Run—Becoming a Highly Effective School Board Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C How can highly effective school boards transform schools? Come focus on best practices from around the country related to strategic planning, superintendent evaluation and board selfassessment. To be a highly effective board, boards must utilize these three tools at a high level to move the district forward. Opportunities will also be provided for participants to utilize scenarios and other table-top activities as they interact with and share ideas with their fellow participants from around the country.

Presenters: Tony Arasi, Director of Board Development, Mark Willis, Assistant Executive Director, Georgia School Boards Association; Jason Branch, Superintendent, Oconee County Schools

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 3: Innovating Teaching and Learning with iPad Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B iPad is changing the learning experience, making it more personal, engaging, and mobile. Explore a variety of digital content, including education apps, interactive iBooks Textbooks, and free learning resources on iTunes U. Experience powerful content-creation tools that provide students with deeper, more meaningful ways to apply their learning. See how simple it is to deliver lessons, grade assignments, and stay connected with students with iTunes U courses. Join us to discover how iPad and digital content are revolutionizing the classroom. (Each hands-on session is limited to 20 participants).

Presenter: Apple Representative

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 4: Improving the Value of Superintendent Evaluation in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A Board members and superintendents have a vested interest in improving the quality and usefulness of superintendent evaluation. Discuss promising practices and explore current research on superintendent evaluation and board-superintendent relationships. Learn how to include evaluation as an ongoing conversation about growth and progress rather than an add-on at the end of the year. Take away practical techniques and strategies to align and improve the process and outcome of superintendent evaluation in your district.

Presenters: Phil Gore, Division Director, Robert Duron, Associate Executive Director, Governance Services, Texas Association of School Boards

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Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS FRIDAY, APRIL 8 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 5: Setting a Course for the Future: What Board Members Need to Know About Technology Trends Hosted by the Technology Leadership Network Hear how today’s top-ranked districts are utilizing technology and what researchers have identified as the near-term, mid-term, and long-term impacts of emerging technologies and their applications to K-12 education. This interactive session will provide information board members need to refine a vision for learning in their districts and offer examples they can use with their communities about the ways technology tools can facilitate that vision.

Presenters: Kecia Ray, Executive Director, Center for Digital Education; Larry Johnson, CEO, New Media Consortium

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 6: What Every School Board Member Should Know About School Law Issues Today Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Recognized school law experts from the NSBA Council of School Attorneys will provide an informative introduction of key concepts, legal standards, and principles that school board members must understand before making decisions about hot topics—curricular control and school safety. Walk away with a better awareness of the questions you should be asking your school attorney before problems arise.

Presenters: Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel, Connecticut Association of Boards of Education; Greg Guercio, Partner, Guercio & Guercio LLP; Elizabeth Eynon-Kokrda, Attorney, EEK Legal

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pre-Conference No. 7: What’s Good for the Goose...Board Self-Assessment Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 More than ever, standards and clear measures are used to hold all school employees and students accountable. The NSBA Key Work of School Boards defines accountability as one of the fundamental governance responsibilities. Yet, many boards fail to ask the right questions or reflect on the impact of their work. Using the Key Works concepts, table teams will actively collaborate to create a customized school board self-assessment tool and walk away with a plan for using it in their districts.

Presenter: Kathy LaSota, Consultant, retired, Ohio School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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9:00 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 14: Follow the Blueprint for a Successful Strategic Planning Process and Beyond Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 The school board is responsible for articulating what success looks like in their district, creating the policy structure, aligning resources to accomplish their goals, and evaluation process. This workshop provides a pathway for achieving each while also creating enthusiasm. From readiness to celebration, the morning session will walk through a 9-step blueprint for selecting strategies and monitoring metrics while creating high levels of staff and community involvement. The afternoon session will focus on inspiring greater buy-in and effort to actually achieve your goals. Participants will leave with a readiness checklist, sample planning calendar, district status review tool, values identification tool, sample logic model, sample community asset map, and enhanced engagement techniques.

Presenters: Steve Lamb, Governance Consulting Services Consultant, Luan Burman Rivera, Governance Consulting Services Consultant, California School Boards Association

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 8: Fiscal Fitness Camp: Learning the Budget Is Not Just a Table of Numbers Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A School boards and school administrators have critical roles in keeping their school district’s financial health in top form. Board members wrestle with the challenge of developing their oversight responsibilities to peak performance without risking injury through micromanagement. Determined training is the only way to tone your skills. This intensive group training session will prepare you to effectively monitor the school district budget. Camp coaches will use interactive activities to help you ask the right questions and review school district reports. Board members and superintendents will leave energized and ready to flex their strong fiscal know-how when budget season rolls around.

Presenters: Diana Baker Freeman, Senior Consultant, Bill Rutherford, Senior Consultant, Texas Association of School Boards

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 9: Disrupting Poverty: Turning High-Poverty Schools Into High-Performing Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB Through a process of continuous improvement, a school board that works closely with the superintendent in the establishment and conduct of the district’s vision and improvement goals can experience a rapid turnaround of its underperforming schools. Recent case studies from high-poverty, high-performing schools coupled with two decades of research provide compelling insight into what it takes to make a dramatic turnaround. Through better understanding of how high-poverty, highperforming schools achieve success, board members will acquire specific strategies and identify

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PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS FRIDAY, APRIL 8 action steps to best support their district’s schools and students. We will also highlight 12 specific strategies that provide an essential foundation for success in any underperforming school.

Presenter: William Parrett, Director, Center for School Improvement, Boise State University

Pre-Conference No. 10: Innovating Teaching and Learning with iPad Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B iPad is changing the learning experience, making it more personal, engaging, and mobile. Explore a variety of digital content, including education apps, interactive iBooks Textbooks, and free learning resources on iTunes U. Experience powerful content-creation tools that provide students with deeper, more meaningful ways to apply their learning. See how simple it is to deliver lessons, grade assignments, and stay connected with students with iTunes U courses. Join us to discover how iPad and digital content are revolutionizing the classroom. (Each hands-on session is limited to 20 participants).

Presenter: Apple Representative

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 11: Leading Change in Challenging Times: An Interactive, Collaborative Workshop Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Leadership is the essence of the role of any school board member and district leadership team.

Understanding how to lead and navigate change—especially during today’s ever changing climate in K-12 education—is at the heart of this highly collaborative workshop. School board members and school administrators will come away with action steps they can use to effectively lead change in their own school districts. Organizational and procedural changes may be rooted in intrinsic or external motivations, or a combination of both. Online digital tools for collaboration will be utilized.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own wireless access digital devices.

Presenters: Ann McMullan, Founder/Lead Consultant, Ann McMullan Educational Technology Consultant; James Cain, Superintendent, Klein Independent School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 12: The Other Side of the Report Card: What It Is, and Why it Matters Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Positive School Climate, Social Emotional Learning, Caring and Connected Schools, and Community Engagement are becoming educational jargon. We know we want these outcomes but are too often overwhelmed and perplexed by how to make them happen in meaningful, measurable, and affordable ways. During this session, school boards and instructional leaders will learn how first to measure and then apply an integrative approach to youth development to increase student success.

The student support card guides school staff, families, community members, and students by organizing the complexity surrounding student achievement in a research-based and common sense framework. This work amplifies the other side of the report card and changes the way we all see, understand, support, and treat students.

Presenter: Derek Peterson, Principal Director, International Institute for Student Support

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 13: When the Board Must Undertake a Superintendent Search: Using This Critical Process as a Positive, Meaningful Team-Building Opportunity Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 The role of the school board in choosing and retaining a superintendent is paramount to its and the district’s long term success. A superintendent who serves the district for a relatively short or average length of time can have impact (positive or negative) for decades. When a board is presented with the challenge of undertaking a superintendent search, anxiety and trepidation generally are at least part of the mix. Whether the board conducts the search on its own or uses professional facilitation, the process can present an incredible professional and board development opportunity. Participants will walk through the superintendent search process and provide guidance on ways to make the search pay off in more ways than previously imagined.

Presenter: Cheryl Ryan, Deputy Director, Board Services, Ohio School Boards Association

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Pre-Conference No. 15: Most Likely to Succeed Film Showing & Panel Discussion Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A Hosted by the Technology Leadership Network Grab your popcorn and join us for a viewing of Most Likely to Succeed, named “among the best edudocumentaries ever produced” by Education Week. Afterwards, hear how a panel of your peers have embraced the film’s approach to 21st century learning to transform their schools. Learn how you can request this film to inspire dialogue in your community that fulfills director Greg Whiteley’s goal of helping thousands of schools across America move to the next level.

Presenter: Darryl Adams, Superintendent, Coachella Valley Unified School District

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PRE-CONFERENCE SESSION DESCRIPTIONS FRIDAY, APRIL 8 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Ethical and appropriate behavior for school board members is expected. Yet problems arise during meetings that can interfere with important work getting accomplished. Interact with your colleagues in a mock school board meeting conducted by members of the NSBA Board Member Boot Camp Faculty to examine what works and what doesn’t in your meetings.

Presenters: Kerri Schelling, Director, Board Team Development, Kentucky School Boards Association; Kathy Winecoff, Field Services Representative, New Jersey School Boards Association

Is your DIstrIct l ea DIng t h e way?

Call for Workshop Proposals for 2017!

We are looking for proposals from school districts and other organizations for high-quality breakout sessions that focus on topics of critical interest to school board members from all across the country. Our conference attendees are seeking information and skills to help them govern and lead more effectively in the fast-moving world of K-12 education.

Go to www.nsba.org/conference for the proposal information.

Proposals can only be submitted online and will close on June 1, 2016.

NSBA’s 77th Annual Conference will be held on March 25-27, 2017, in Denver, Colorado.

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP Pre-Conference No. 16: Ethics, Board Meetings, and the Role of a School Board Member

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 AT-A-GLANCE SCHEDULE SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Unless otherwise noted, all events and sessions take place at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center.

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Meal Events page 80 National Caucus of American Indian/ Alaska Native School Board Members Luncheon Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom C-D

8:00 AM—5:00 PM NSBA Bookstore North Lobby, Level 1

Opening General Session Dan Rather Hall B

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10:30 AM—4:30 PM Exhibit Hall Hall A

School Leaders Luncheon Grand Ballroom West

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11:30 AM—3:45 PM Site Visit Fostering STEM Learning— In and Out of Schools Museum of Science

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9:00 PM—12:00 AM Joint Caucus/Councils Reception page 111 Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom

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I have often been asked what is the secret to the American experiment. As a proud product of public education, my answer is that our democratic institutions are dependent on a freely educated population. Race, class, and socio-economic strata cannot be allowed to hinder any child’s ability to reach his or her potential. The founding spirit behind our public schools is the purest expression of the loftiest of our national ideals.

Dan Rather

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Pre-Curtain Event:

Dan Rather

Meet your NSBA Officers and Directors Your Host this Morning: John D. Tuttle, President of the National School Boards Association and member, Kellyville (OK) Public Schools Tuttle

A Word from Our Administrators: David Schuler, President, AASA, The School Superintendents Association

Executive Director’s Report: Schuler

NSBA Executive Director Thomas J. Gentzel reports to the Conference

Musical Performance: The Jazz Chords of Calloway, Cab Calloway School of the Arts, Wilmington, DE, Martin Lassman, Director

The Major Address: Dan Rather, Award Winning Broadcast Journalist Gentzel

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—4:30 PM

EXHIBIT HALL OPEN

Exclusive Hours 11:45 AM–1:30 PM & 2:45 PM–3:45 PM 10:30 AM—11:45 AM A Baker’s Dozen: 13 Ingredients to Positively Influence Board and School Culture in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Activating Activists Around Academic Attainment: Public Education in the Key of Life Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 In this talk, Dr. Emdin outlines the work of advocates for education in the context of the current landscape of public education and threats to its mission and goals. Through a merging of his academic research, work within schools, experiences as a public school student and engagement in philosophies that guide successful schools, he offers a vision for academic attainment and transformative public engagement in public education.

Presenter: Christopher Emdin, Associate Professor in the Department Emdin of Mathematics, Science and Technology, Teachers College, Columbia University

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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This session will provide participants with 13 strategies (or “ingredients”) to positively impact and influence the district’s and board’s culture. When district staff and board members feel more positive, productivity rises and challenges are addressed more proactively and honestly. Participants will be invited to provide examples or ask questions as each strategy is discussed, in order for increased learning by all.

Presenter: Cheryl Ryan, Deputy Director, Board Services, Ohio School Boards Association

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Becoming a High Reliability School System Through a Focused Approach to Leadership

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (enr. 32,000) will addresses a system-wide approach to continuous improvement designed to reduce the variability in district operations in support of improved instruction by consistently and deliberately applying the principles of High Reliability Organizations (HROs). Participants will leave understanding the principles of HROs in the educational context; understanding how these principles connect to system improvement and innovation; and be introduced to one district’s approach to using HRO principles to improve instruction.

Presenters: B.J. Worthington, Director of Schools, Jimmie Garland, Board Member, ClarksvilleMontgomery County School System; Matthew Seebaum, Senior Director of Human Capital & Leadership, McREL International, Inc.

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Calling All Creatives: Time to Make Your Mark Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

Paul Reynolds

Peter Reynolds

Advocacy

In a world facing increasing challenges, there is one human superpower that the Reynolds brothers are confident will come to the rescue: creativity.

Human ingenuity, persistence, and creative problem solving are needed to tackle a host of global problems—from cleaner energy to community development, from poverty to access to clean water, from the causes & impact of climate change to access to more affordable and equitable wellness for all. To that end, the Reynolds are dedicated to inspiring creativity and bravery in the next generation of creative problem-solvers around the globe. Share the Reynolds’ personal journeys, which gave them the courage not only to navigate their own unique creative work, but led them to make it their own life’s mission to encourage others to do the same. Be ready to “connect the dots” with Peter and Paul who mean business when it comes to building a network of creatives who have the vision, verve and commitment to use their own creativity to make this world a better place.

Presenters: Paul Reynolds, CEO & Co-Founder, FableVision; Peter Reynolds, NY Times best-selling author, and Co-Founder, FableVision

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Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Connecting with Good Board Leadership Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A Hosted by NSBA National Connection Explore current research into school governance and what it suggests for your district. Discuss how school boards can apply a balanced approach in their work. Consider the importance of a balanced approach for improving school board and district effectiveness. Participants will leave with practical ideas they can apply to strengthen the board’s role in student achievement and evaluating the superintendent in ways that monitor the success of the school district.

Presenters: Phil Gore, Division Director, Texas School Boards Association; Mark Bonjavanni, National Connection Consultant, National School Boards Association

Creating an In-District Orientation Program for New Board Members Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Attending your first board meeting as a newly elected board member can be similar to jumping into the deep end of the pool and not knowing how to swim! New board members have so many questions: How is board leadership selected? How do I get an item on the agenda? Is it o.k. to call the superintendent every day and ask questions? Who can answer my questions? An in-district orientation program can provide valuable information and resources to assist your newest board members as they “jump in” to their new role to become effective members.

Presenter: Al Annunziata, Field Service Representative, New Jersey School Board Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Crisis Ahead: Are You Ready?

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The crisis you always feared suddenly strikes. Five reporters have called in the past 15 minutes.

Another 100 angry parents are outside your door. What will you do? In this session, learn simple but effective communication tools that will help you in times of crisis. These tools can be leveraged across all audiences, although the primary focus will be on the principal driver of perception, the media. All school districts carry insurance. Property. Liability. But do you have insurance for your most important asset: your reputation?

Presenters: Anthony Huey, President, Reputation Management, LLC; Chris Kemper, Director of External Communications, First Student

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Disrupting Poverty Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB If some schools can overcome the powerful and pervasive effects of poverty to become high performing, shouldn’t any school be able to do the same? Shouldn’t any school board member be compelled to learn from such schools? Join the discussion based on the award winning, best-selling ASCD book, Turning High-Poverty Schools into High-Performing Schools, as the author shares lessons learned from nearly three decades of working with high-poverty, high-performing schools. Learn how districts and their boards support educators to embrace a framework for collaborative action to overcome the powerful, pervasive effects of poverty and in turn, reverse stubborn trends of low achievement from their students.

Presenter: William Parrett, Director, Center for School Improvement, Boise State University

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Early Learning and Community Partnerships Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154 Developing strong community partnerships can help increase kindergarten readiness and raise third grade test scores. Many who enter kindergarten not ready to learn will fall further behind their peers.

Come learn specific ideas for how to help your school district strengthen relationships with community stakeholders.

Presenters: Nancy Fishman, Deputy Director, ReadyNation; John Friend, Superintendent, Carlisle Area School District and President, Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators; Kathy Swope, President, Lewisburg Area School District and President, Pennsylvania School Boards Association

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Effective School Governance: Strategies for Creating Productive Superintendent–School Board Teams and Getting Results Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B An experienced Massachusetts urban school superintendent and Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) officers team up to share their views on effective school governance. Julie Hackett, superintendent and author of Building Relationships, Yielding Results: How Superintendents Can Work with School Board to Create Productive Teams (HEP, 2015), Glenn Koocher, MASC Executive Director, along with Dorothy Presser, MASC Field Director, share practical strategies for working together and getting results.

Presenters: Julie Hackett, Superintendent, Taunton Public Schools; Glenn Koocher, Executive Director, Dorothy Presser, Past President, Massachusetts Association of School Committees

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10:30 AM—11:45 AM Free Software + Student Internships = Amazing & Affordable Technology Learning Programs Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A Schools are experiencing unprecedented financial challenges while attempting to fund and sustain technology-rich instructional initiatives. Penn Manor School District’s (enr. 5,320) unique 1:1 high school laptop program solves this challenge through the potent combination of free and open source software, cultivated student talent and creative IT strategies. Discover how our school affordably empowers 2,500 secondary students with rich computing applications, thousands of self-service software options and peer support via an innovative student help desk.

Presenters: Michael Leichliter, Superintendent, Richard Frerichs, Board Member, Charlie Reisinger, Director of Technology, Penn Manor School District

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Future Ready Schools...Creating Your Vision, Crafting Your Plan Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB The difference between successful digital learning programs and embarrassing, wasteful failures lies in the creation of a clearly defined vision and the crafting of a comprehensive, sustainable plan.

This highly interactive session guides school leaders through the Future Ready Schools process for implementing effective digital learning. Future Ready Schools strategies for envisioning, planning and evaluation help any district develop the human and technological capacity needed to prepare students for success in college, career and citizenship.

Presenter: Ann McMullan, Founder/Lead Consultant, Ann McMullan Educational Technology

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM How to Conduct an Engagement Audit Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C The research is clear. Community and parent engagement builds student support, brings new partners and resources, and passes bond measures. Staff engagement reduces bargaining problems and drives student achievement. Student engagement raises test scores, reduces behavior issues, and improves attendance and graduation rates. But how do you know what your staff, students, parents, and community are thinking and willing to do? This session will help you ask the right questions in the right way.

Presenter: Steve Lamb, Governance Consultant, California School Boards Association

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10:30 AM—11:45 AM How to Deal with Negative People and Keep from Becoming Negative Yourself Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Negative people are tremendous energy drainers for children, other adults, and themselves. They can tear an organization or family apart and create problems for you if you do not handle them effectively.

Port Washington-Saukville School District (enr. 2,763) will show how to deal with negativism and increase your own positive approach toward other people in everyday challenges. Also, learn how to improve the overall atmosphere of your work and home environment and increase the positive energy in any organization.

Presenters: Michael Weber, Superintendent, Brian McCutcheon, Board Member, Port WashingtonSaukville School Board

10:30 AM—11:45 AM It’s Not WHAT We Do, It’s HOW We Do It! Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103 Has your board ever made a really great decision yet left a path of destruction along the way? Do you receive little recognition for positive results because people criticize the process you used? Do good things happen in pockets because a few great minds “get it”? If these scenarios sound familiar, this session could change your governance life. Participants will be led through a step by step plan to create and connect system norms, processes and protocols to align and sustain the organization and strengthen its foundation.

Presenter: Kathy LaSota, Consultant, retired, Ohio School Boards Association

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Leaders Building Leaders: A Workshop on Leadership Development Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 The U.S. Army invests a considerable amount of resources into professional development for leaders of all ranks. What you may not realize is that Army leadership principals and leader development philosophy can be applied to civilian career paths. This interactive workshop will discuss leader core competencies that cut across job fields and provide best practices for enhancing leadership skills.

Presenter: U.S. Army Cadet Command Representative

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Leadership and the Energy Management Process, A Boards Role in Eliminating Wasteful Spending Energy costs are the second largest expenditure for most school districts. Are you getting your money’s worth? How would you know? The approach taken by the Kentucky School Boards Association’s School Energy Managers Project has led to over $50 million in cumulative avoided costs for Kentucky schools. While funding local energy professionals is a key step, providing school board members with the information they need to oversee this critical role is equally important. Come find out the questions you should ask to get the “bang for your btus.”

Presenter: Ron Willhite, Director School Energy Managers Project, Kentucky School Boards Association

10:30 AM—11:45 AM NSBA’s Annual Technology Innovation Showcase Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network This fast-paced session will introduce new approaches to old problems from emerging companies identified by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network. Each company will have only five minutes to tell you what they are solving and give a snapshot of their solution. Audience insights and reactions are key to this interactive session designed for those who embrace innovation!

Presenter: Ann Flynn, Director, Education Technology, National School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Roles and Relationships of the Board and Superintendent Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B One of the most important roles of a school board is hiring and evaluating a superintendent. Equally important is developing and maintaining at healthy professional working relationship between the board and the superintendent. See how the Cleveland Board of Education and the Cleveland Municipal School District (enr. 43,202) chief executive officer (superintendent) work as team, understand each others’ roles, and move their district forward for the benefit of their students.

Presenters: Denise Link, Board Chair, Eric Gordon, Chief Executive Officer, Robert Heard, Board Member, Stephanie Morales, Board Member, Cleveland Municipal School District

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10:30 AM—11:45 AM School Safety in a Changing Landscape: Peeling the Security Onion Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C School safety is the fundamentally important topic that schools routinely struggle to find a comprehensive response for. The topic is so broad and sensitive that organizational paralysis often derails, or dilutes, the effort to create the safe environment that everyone wants. The premise of this conversation with the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (enr. 110,000) is that a comprehensive planning approach involving appropriate assessment of vulnerabilities and threats with layered safety protocols provides the best approach to develop safer schools.

Presenters: Alan Bragg, Chief of Police, Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District; Eric Smith, PBK

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Standing Up for School Nutrition Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 Learn how you can stand up for school nutrition with this informative session explaining the critical role school nutrition plays in student success, the impact of current policy, and what you can do to help shape the debate. Panelists will provide an outline of the legislative process and insight into the effective advocacy actions used by the School Nutrition Association as part of its strategic efforts relative to 2015 Child Nutrition Reauthorization.

Presenter: Lynn Harvey, Chief, School Nutrition Services, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM STEM Education that Is Out of This World Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B Imagine using a STEM curriculum in which your students can design and run their own experiments in space. This presentation describes a transformative standards-based STEM program through which middle- and high-school students can do all this on small satellites 450 km above Earth. Participants will be shown the benefits of this project and learn how their school district can take part.

Presenter: David Thornburg, Director, Thornburg Center

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Strategic Community Partnerships This presentation will discuss the benefits of collaborative partnerships and demonstrate how to form and enhance relationships among community stakeholders within the school facility. Discussion will also include how to utilize collaborative partnerships to maximize resources and accomplish defined objectives.

Presenter: G. Victor Hellman, Jr., Research Project Director, Angel Ford, Researcher, Education Facilities Clearninghouse

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Student Achievement: Do Boards and Superintendents Even Matter?

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A The common assumption is that actions of board members and superintendents have little if any affect on student achievement. However recent research shows that numerous board and superintendent actions do effect student achievement. This presentation will identify specific board and superintendent behaviors that positively impact success and will explain how a collaborative effort can be developed to achieve these gains. Schools function best when board governance and superintendent leadership have separate but overlapping roles.

Presenters: Ivan Lorentzen, Professor of Psychology, Flathead Valley Community College; William McCaw, University of Montana

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM Successful Ed-Tech Early Adoptions and Sustained Rollouts Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251

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Interested in how to launch ed-tech pilots successfully? Learn from Fremont School District 79 (enr. 2,158) which was nationally recognized by Digital Promise for ed-tech pilot best practices. Build capacity in your system so that ed-tech early adoptions succeed. Develop protocols for monitoring implementation and for measuring impact on student learning. Participants will get sample plans and tools to share with their instructional leadership team. Focus: district leadership; finance; student and staff learning; communication; and school improvement.

Presenters: Jill Gildea, Superintendent, Elizabeth Freeman, Curriculum Director, Fremont School District 79

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Superintendent/School Board Teamwork Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B How do boards and superintendents work together? Come learn from Gates County Public Schools (enr. 1,972) how to successfully describe yourself as a Leader; realize: you signed up for it! Your mission: focus on the #1 goal—educating kids!!; gain an understanding of the importance of cultivating a strong, trusting, working relationship with each other and the superintendent; and evaluate your performance as a leader.

Presenters: Phillip Williams, Superintendent, Leslie Byrum, Board Member, Gates County Public Schools

10:30 AM—11:45 AM

SPECIAL SESSION The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) & More Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law December of 2015 and reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Find out how this new law will impact your school district in areas such as local governance, teacher training and professional development, targeted intervention and authorization of federal funding. Discover how school boards can impact the implementation process to ensure that they receive what is best for their district.

Presenters: Lucy Gettman, Deputy Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, Kim Richey, Senior Government Relations Counsel, Deborah Rigsby, Director, Federal Legislation, Amirah Salaam, Government Relations Counsel, and Michael C. Zola, Esq., Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, National School Boards Association

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New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM The Future of Education: A Look at 2025 and Beyond Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 The ever-evolving world of education continues to force districts to look for new and creative solutions to remain relevant. As the nation’s #1 K–12 design firm, DLR Group is driving industry innovation through research and development, incubators and testing, all while assisting districts as they seek to build value for their students and communities. This interactive session will be a thought provoking examination of the future of education. Join us as we explore the possibilities together.

Presenters: Jim French, Global K–12 Practice Leader, Jason Lembke, Principal, Chris Gibbs, Principal, Todd Ferking, Principal, DLR GROUP

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 What would you say if there was a school system that did not teach the world’s most dominant language to its students? Outrageous right? Unfortunately, that is exactly what most of our public schools are doing by not teaching the language of code. Increasingly, the world we live in is run on computer code. How can we expect students to thrive without the knowledge to read and write code?

Learn how it is important to implement a new systematic approach to creative coding that enables all students to reach their full potential.

Presenters: Ember Conley, Superintendent, Park City School District; Aristides Ioannides, President and Chief Architect, Emerald Data Solutions, Inc.; Grant Smith, BoardDocs

10:30 AM—11:45 AM The Latest in School Law Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 There is a constant onslaught of new cases and laws that may have a significant effect on you as a board member, on your school board, and on your school district. Be prepared and avoid potentially costly litigation by learning about the latest happenings in school law in an informative, fast-paced, and fun format.

Presenter: Stephen Bounds, Director of Legal & Policy Services, Maryland Association of Boards of Education

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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The Language of Code: Why This Crucial Skill Needs to be Taught

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:30 AM—11:45 AM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: The NEW Key Work of School Boards—An Overview for New School Board Members Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB

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The Key Work of School Boards framework has been updated and improved. Come learn how this framework provides school board members with tools and information for improving their leadership skills and raising student achievement. Learn about the key action areas for school leaders and how to apply them to your own district.

Presenters: Kanisha Williams-Jones, Director, Leadership Services, National School Boards Association; Kathryn Blumsack, Director of Board Development, Maryland Association of Boards of Education

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Transforming Public Schools Today!

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C In the midst of failed accountability systems and deadening effects of testing and standardization, education and business leaders began a conversation. What is education for? Questions led to ideas and ideas have led to a revolutionary grassroots initiative that is transforming public schools in South Carolina. Learn about the movement that has the backing of top CEOs, school boards, administrators and teachers and even caught the attention of educationalist Sir Ken Robinson who features TransformSC in his new book Creative Schools.

Presenters: Beth Branham, Southern Region Director, Board of Directors, National School Boards Association; Mike Brenan, President, BB&T of South Carolina; Pamela Lackey, President, AT&T, Inc.

10:30 AM—11:45 AM Walking the Talk: Moving Beyond Discussion to Action in Our Quest to Be a 21st Century District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A This session will document key steps in creating a 21st century school district. In just two years, the Boone County Schools (enr. 21,000) transformed learning through a strategic plan focused on Student Empowerment, World Class Education, and Resource Optimization. Experience strategies such as community conversations, EdCamps, MakerSpace, passion projects, civic compassion, and innovative career pathways through this practical, optimistic workshop. Learn how our School Board moved innovation beyond the talking stage.

Presenters: Karen Cheser, Chief Academic Officer/ Deputy Superintendent, Randy Poe, Superintendent, Maria Brown, Board Member, Karen Byrd, Board Chair, Ed Massey, Board Member, Bonnie Rickert, Board Vice Chair, Steve Templeton, Board Member, Boone County Schools

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

78 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 11:00 AM—11:30 AM

STUDY HALLS

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Please see the Conference Mobile App for full session information.

11:30 AM—3:45 PM

SITE VISIT Fostering STEM Learning—In and Out of Schools

11:45 AM—1:45 PM

COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) Lunch & Keynote Presentation: Through an Equity Lens— How Do We Advocate For Underserved Children?

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC

Shabazz

This session is for CUBE registrants only—pre-regsitration and additional fee is required.

Activist and advocate for children, Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of the influential Muslim American leader Malcom X, will share her advocacy work that focuses on supporting young children during a time when they are being challenged with inequities across the board.

Presenter: Ilyasah Shabazz, Activist, Motivational Speaker, and Author

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants, tickets must be purchased in advance.

The world famous Museum of Science has been a leader in national STEM initiatives, especially through its efforts to emphasize the “E” for engineering. Among its many accomplishments, the Museum’s National Center for Technological Literacy® (NCTL®) has reached an estimated 8.3 million students and 93,600 teachers around the globe since its 2004 launch. Join Dr. Christine Cunningham, Vice President and Director of Engineering is Elementary®, over lunch as she introduces the benefits of incorporating engineering and what that content looks like for young children. Participants will be challenged to design their own solutions for an engineering problem and learn how to access the Museum’s curricular resources. Afterwards, there will be time to explore the Museum of Science exhibit halls.

Please arrive by 11:15 AM. Bus departs promptly at 11:30 AM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0.

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—2:00 PM

MEAL EVENT National Caucus of American Indian/Alaska Native School Board Members Luncheon

SATURDAY

Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom C–D

Child

This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Dr. Brenda Child, born on the Red Lake Ojibwe Reservation in northern Minnesota, is a Professor of American Studies at the University of Minnesota where she was a recipient of the President’s Award for Outstanding Community Service and served as Chair of the Department of American Indian Studies.

Presenter: Dr. Brenda Child, Professor, University of Minnesota

12:00 PM—2:00 PM

MEAL EVENT School Leaders Luncheon Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Grand Ballroom West Sponsored by: Sodexo, Booth 715 This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Come and see the ‘Warhol of Wall Street,” Erik Wahl, as he pulls from his history as both a business strategist and artist, using on-stage painting as a visual metaphor to his message of spurring organizational innovations and superior levels of performance. Sponsored by Sodexo, this luncheon also celebrates the spirit of innovation and excellence in public education by Wahl honoring the 2016 Magna Award winners. This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Presenter: Erik Wahl, Graffiti Artist, Author, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

80 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 3 A Closer Look at Farm to Plate: Aramark and FarmLogix Partner for a Purpose Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A FarmLogix—the largest farm to school entity in the U.S.—connects local farmers to school districts and students to expand local economies and nutritional choices. See how FarmLogix and Aramark Education are collaborating on innovative, farm-to-plate programs in K–12 districts throughout the country. Learn about the unique nutrition education initiatives, marketing programs, seamless logistics and reporting tools that can be leveraged for a farm-to-plate solution in your district, regardless of size.

Presenter: Linda Mallers, CEO, FarmLogix, LLC

SATURDAY

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 4 Army ROTC as a Pathway to Students’ Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A The U.S. Army ROTC program offers students the opportunity to gain valuable experience that will help them excel in college and beyond. At its core, the U.S. Army ROTC program is a training and education institution, and is committed to providing leadership in developing an educated, prepared and competitive workforce. We’ll discuss how the ROTC program enhances the college experience and the many scholarships and benefits the program has to offer.

Presenter: U.S. Army Cadet Command Representative

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 7 Five Safety Rules to Help Children Speak Up and Be Safe About Abuse Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Childhelp Speak Up Be Safe is a primary prevention curriculum aimed at stopping and preventing child abuse, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, bullying, and cyberbullying.

In this study hall session, attendees will experience some of the Pre-K through 12th grade curriculum, including learning the five safety rules and delving into how the teacher reinforcement activities and parent engagement pieces help children speak up about abuse and be safe.

Presenter: Dr. Benah J. Parker, National Director of Prevention Education, Childhelp

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL—INNOVATION AREA Project-Based Learning in Action: Results from the DLR Group Innovation Challenge Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Innovation Area, North Lobby

SATURDAY

Back by popular demand! The DLR Group Student Innovation Challenge returns to NSBA. Roll up your sleeves, immerse yourself in a learning exercise, and help students solve global problems in the Innovation Challenge. This event will display active learning, collaborative teamwork, and various puzzles that challenge students to address real-world problems creatively. Don’t miss the opportunity to see first-hand how the environment and access to expert resources impacts the learning experience.

Presenters: Jason Lembke, Principal, Chris Gibbs, Principal, DLR Group

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Projection Technology in the Classroom CANCELLED Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Learn how projection technology in the classroom engages students through collaborative learning from iPads and tablets. Deep emersion in the curriculum content and the ability to actively participate with teachers and other students via the projector’s interactive technology gives students of all ages a learning advantage. At a fraction of the cost of flat panels, Optoma can provide any school with all its projection needs.

Presenters: Denise Rhatigan, Sales Manager, Kathleen Paulus, Marketing Manager, Optoma

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 6 Student Performance Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A The NAMM Foundation-sponsored student performers exemplify the many benefits of a high quality education that includes music and the arts. NSBA conference attendees, please join us for an up-close and personal performance by the General Session groups and an informal meet and greet opportunity afterwards.

Musical Performance: The Jazz Chords of Calloway, Cab Calloway School of the Arts, Wilmington, DE

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

82 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 1 Your Word Is Bond: How to Guarantee Passage of Your Next School Bond or Levy Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A School bonds are tricky business. Even if your next tax or levy proposal clearly justifies how the district plans to spend every last taxpayer dollar, the voting public still has to be comfortable enough with “the ask” to carry the win. Strong communication is essential. Find out what it takes to earn the community’s trust ahead of Election Day and get a blueprint for listening and responding to parents, teachers, staff and others that will help you serve your constituents in ways you never thought possible.

Presenter: Scott Graden, Superintendent, Soline Area Schools

SATURDAY

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 3 A Closer Look at Farm to Plate: Aramark and FarmLogix Partner for a Purpose Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A FarmLogix—the largest farm to school entity in the U.S.—connects local farmers to school districts and students to expand local economies and nutritional choices. See how FarmLogix and Aramark Education are collaborating on innovative, farm-to-plate programs in K–12 districts throughout the country. Learn about the unique nutrition education initiatives, marketing programs, seamless logistics and reporting tools that can be leveraged for a farm-to-plate solution in your district, regardless of size.

Presenter: Linda Mallers, CEO, FarmLogix, LLC

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 4 Developing Healthy Habits Presented by the U.S. Army Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A With the issue of obesity so prevalent in our country today, the U.S. Army has a strong interest in promoting healthy habits to create a better future for our young people. Understanding that personal health is influenced by key actions, sleep, activity and nutrition, Army leaders have developed “The Performance Triad.” The attributes of the Performance Triad can be connected to our nation’s youth and their ability to learn and develop through life—physically, mentally and emotionally. Simple changes to daily routines can greatly improve long-term wellness and set students up for greater future success.

Presenter: U.S. Army Representative

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 7 Down and Dirty Techniques to Take Control of Any Conversation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A

SATURDAY

The question came out of left field. A question you never expected, and one for which you have no answer. What to do? Unacceptable options are stammering, awkward body language, silence, inappropriate laughter, and just plain verbal panic. What you need to do is think quickly, then take control. This session will give you the techniques and strategies you need to respond to difficult—even angry—questions, all the while looking for opportunities to say what you want to say.

Presenters: Anthony Huey, President, Reputation Management, LLC; Chris Kemper, Director of External Communications, First Student

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 1 Keeping Our Children Safe: Tying Your Technology and Policies Together Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Dr. Salina, Superintendent, will focus on Plainedge Public Schools decision to install a fully integrated security system in its schools that combines Video Surveillance, Electronic Door Access, Burglar and Fire Alarm systems that overlay on electronic floor plans that interface with any computer. It also has instituted a One Button Lockdown technology that takes it beyond your standard lockdown procedures.

Presenters: Edward Salina, Jr., Superintendent, Plainedge Public Schools; Lee Mandel, CEO/School Safety Advocate, Intralogic Solutions

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL—INNOVATION AREA Project-Based Learning in Action: Results from the DLR Group Innovation Challenge Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Innovation Area, North Lobby Back by popular demand! The DLR Group Student Innovation Challenge returns to NSBA. Roll up your sleeves, immerse yourself in a learning exercise, and help students solve global problems in the Innovation Challenge. This event will display active learning, collaborative teamwork, and various puzzles that challenge students to address real-world problems creatively. Don’t miss the opportunity to see first-hand how the environment and access to expert resources impacts the learning experience.

Presenters: Jason Lembke, Principal, Chris Gibbs, Principal, DLR Group

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

84 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Revolutionizing Your Café: Putting Nutrition in the Palm of Students’ Hands Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Child wellness and growing school breakfast and lunch programs remain key focuses for school districts and as a result, districts must create new ways to reach students. Tech-enhanced café menus engage and empower students to take their café meal choices and health into their own hands. In addition, engaging students in the café menu creation process through school gardens supports the hyper-local dining preferences that drive participation with today’s student. Join Chartwells K12 and partners to explore new technology and gardening strategies that are actively improving child wellness and boosting engagement in the school meal programs at districts across the country.

Presenter: Sara Hess, Director of Communications, Chartwells K12

SATURDAY

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 6 Safe School Solution Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A The Safe School Solution provides enhanced communications for effectively managing emergencies and provides access to critical situational information. This fully integrated end-to-end solution includes building access control, priority communication and emergency management. The solution supports several flexible models that scale from the needs of a single small school to large multi-school deployments. This innovative solution allows replacing multiple disjoint telephony, paging, security and public address systems with a single integrated solution, even including the ability to avoid school rewiring, by retrofitting existing analog speakers as 2-way communication devices.

Presenters: Dan Wilson, Systems Engineer, Avaya; Fred Zappolo, VP Sales, CSDNET

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Acellus Best Practices: Designed to Achieve Better Test Scores and Improve Student Attitudes Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 This session will bring together School administrative personal that have achieved recognizable success in the deployment of technology in blended learning environments. Each participant will share their experiences, the results achieved, and potential problems to watch out for when launching similar programs. All of the material will be presented in a format designed to be useful to School Board Members charged with effectively injecting technology into their districts.

Presenter: Dr. Roger Billings, Chairman, Acellus

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Are You Secure? (No, You’re Not!): Digital Security and You Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

SATURDAY

Spellos

Today’s high profile hacks of major organizations and institutions have increased awareness of the issues of digital security, yet most people are compromising their personal and company’s information on a regular basis, which can put their business…and themselves…at risk. Attendees at this session will better understand the digital risks, and learn to separate truth from hype about how secure their presence is: Identify critical terms about digital security for you and your organization; Understand how to best keep your personal digital presence from being compromised; Identify over 5 tools that will greatly increase your online protection.

Presenter: Jim Spellos, President, Meeting U

1:30 PM—2:45 PM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: Basic Parliamentary Procedure for NEW Board Members Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Lots can happen (and happen very quickly) during a school board meeting that will prevent you from obtaining your desired outcomes. A basic understanding of Robert’s Rules of Order for your meetings is a critical tool for every new school board member.

Presenter: Terry McCabe, Consultant, National School Boards Association

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Beyond Blended Learning—Making the Transition to Personalized Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B Change isn’t easy, but it is necessary and obtainable with the right tools and support. This session will profile two public school districts that have implemented personalized learning programs in their school systems over the past three years. It will cover how they planned for it, how they implemented it, and show their results which include 60% of students making 1½—2 years of gain in reading and math in one district and increasing graduation rates from 78% to 95% in the other.

Presenter: Anne Brown, Director of Personalized Learning, School Improvement Network

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

86 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Building Opportunities for Student Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B Hellgate Elementary (enr. 1,520), a Montana elementary school, has identified six components that are assisting the school district in re-tooling its culture, its operations, and its educational commitment to its students, parents, and community stakeholders and return to being a high performing school district. In 2015, Hellgate Elementary was nominated by the U. S. Department of Education as a National Blue Ribbon School for its efforts to improve student academic performance.

Presenters: Douglas Reisig, Superintendent, Tom McLaughlin, School Board Chairman, Hellgate Elementary

Capturing Kids Hearts: Creating a Culture of Mutual Respect From the Boardroom to the Classroom and Beyond Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 Haysville Unified School District #261 (enr. 5,633) has success with a new program focused on mutual respect. This program, Capturing Kids Hearts, is the creation of a social contract. School boards are composed of individuals who want to work to help make the school district better, but coming from different backgrounds and perspectives, conflicts can arise. Having the board members work together to create a social contract can help a board to function better in times of peace and times of conflict.

Learn how to ask the right questions to construct a social contract that results in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Presenters: John Burke, Superintendent, Teresa Tosh, Assistant Superintendent for Learning Services, Susan Walston, Board President, Haysville Unified School District #261

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Collaborating with Community Resources to Maximize Education Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 Partnering with the community is a key goal of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) (enr. 52,511) strategic plan. Community members and organizations are essential partners in providing an inspiring, engaging educational environment that maximizes student growth. HCPSS collaborates with family and community partners to engender a culture of trust, transparency, and mutual respect. HCPSS partners with government and community organizations to enhance services that support the well-being and success of students and families.

Presenters: Renee Foose, Superintendent, Christine O’Connor, Chairman, Ellen Flynn Giles, ViceChairman, Howard County Public School System

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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1:30 PM—2:45 PM

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Connecting with Actionable Intelligence Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A Hosted by NSBA National Connection Director of the Center for Public Education Patte Barth and Senior Policy Analyst Jim Hull will discuss research based findings related to the latest developments in education, including implications of ESSA, and will feature two of their newest reports on student outcomes and school choice. This interactive session will allow for audience questions on a full range of topics, so come prepared to ask questions of this knowledgeable team.

Presenter: Patte Barth, Director, Center for Public Education, National School Boards Association

SATURDAY

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Curriculum: The Unexploited Strategy for Closing the Achievement Gap and Improving Instruction for All Learners Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB Curriculum is the greatest “unpulled lever,” in closing the achievement gap. Cambridge, Massachusetts, is one of the State’s most racially and ethnically diverse communities. To meet its mission of Social Justice and Excellence, Cambridge Public Schools (enr. 6,750) has put into place a 4-phase comprehensive curriculum review and design cycle. Attendees will walk away with explicit tools, strategies, and an understanding of a coordinated curriculum approach to addressing student achievement in collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including the school board.

Presenter: Jessica Huizenga, Assistant Superintendent: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and Professional Development, Cambridge Public Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM District Accountability System: Local Framework for Strategic Planning and Accountability Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103 In Savannah-Chatahm County, the District Accountability System provides the framework for the school system’s strategic planning process. It incorporates the Mission and Vision statements, Guiding Principles, and Strategic Goals as approved by the Board of Education for the City of Savannah and the County of Chatham. Hear how this framework has grown to include targeted data profiles known as “Chevron Reports” that provide critical information to support data-driven decisions by the SavannahChatham County Public Schools (enr. 36,453). Its use and ongoing adaptation to the ever-changing landscape of education is a stellar example of effective Board/Superintendent collaboration where the common goal is improved student outcomes for every child.

Presenters: Dionne Hoskins, District 2 School Board Representative, Thomas Lockamy, Superintendent, Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

88 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM District Leadership to Transform Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A CANCELLED A compelling case is provided for what leaders must do to nurture achievement by fostering student engagement, curiosity, and creativity to close the achievement gap. Nearly everyone sees 21st century skills as important, but policies, curriculum, and instructional practices have to be aligned to have a system that supports the development of these skills. South Bay Union School District (enr. 8,500) will focus on the leadership strategies needed to transform learning with lessons learned from a district with 1:1 mobile devices 3rd—8th grade.

Presenter: Katie McNamara, Superintendent, South Bay Union School District

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A Developing a workable employment with your chief executive can be among the most important steps you can take to a collaborative and successful relationship. This session will identify the most important elements of contract negotiations and highlight those provisions that preserve the responsibility of both the board and the superintendent in a well-defined way. It will also help you avoid the mistakes that compromise the role of the board or undermine the best interests of a healthy working arrangement.

Presenters: Stephen Finnegan, General Counsel, Patrick Francomano, Past President, Massachusetts Association of School Committees; Elizabeth Valerio, Attorney, Deutsch Williams Law Firm

1:30 PM—2:45 PM E-FOLIO: Telling the Story for a District and Its Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154 Every school has a unique history, noteworthy accomplishments, and areas that can be improved. It is important to showcase what schools have to offer and how the people in them work every day to create a story. The East Penn School District (enr. 8,000) will show how to move from a traditional method of setting educational goals to one that is based on the analysis of demographic, perceptions, achievement, and continuous improvement data.

Presenter: Denise Torma, Assistant Superintendent, East Penn School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY

Dos and Don’ts of Superintendent Contracting

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Educating for Equity through Students Realities: 7 Steps Forward

SATURDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 In an age where terms like “multiculturalism” and “cultural relevance” have been littered across the educational landscape, people invested in public education still have a challenging time shifting the work in classrooms to reflect instructional approaches/tools that set the need of an increasingly diverse student population. Dr. Emdin explores the current educational buzz-words, bridges the divides between theory and practice, and provides tangible tools for those invested in public education to suggest when advocating for equity in public schools.

Emdin Presenter: Christopher Emdin, Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology, Teachers College, Columbia University

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Enter a New Superintendent: Developing Entry Plans Designed to Pave the Way for Powerful Partnerships Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C Come examine how superintendents and board members can collaborate on entry plans/post-entry plans to ensure not only a smooth transition for new superintendents, but one that captures the attention and support of primary stakeholders. This example will focus on Virginia Beach City Public Schools (enr. 69,282), the third largest school division in Virginia, but the lessons learned can be extrapolated and put into action almost anywhere.

Presenters: Aaron Spence, Superintendent, Eileen Cox, Interim Chief Media and Communications Officer, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

90 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Exercising Board Leadership through the Visioning Process Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C In this session, participants will explore the board’s role in creating a vision for excellence and how to exercise board leadership through the visioning process. Participants will engage in discussion to learn what vision is, how it is created and the critical components it must include. Board members will discover how to build public support for vision and explore ideas to translate it into reality. During this session, participants will learn how to set goals and determine priorities for the school system.

Presenters: Tammy Grissom, Executive Director, Tennessee School Boards Association; Jesse Register, Distinguished Professor of Educational Leadership, Belmont University

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B How do we prepare our students for global, digital citizenship? Come learn from Henry County Public Schools (enr. 7,000) and discover methods to offer digital initiatives that can serve as a model because they are transparent and easy to replicate. Our division is entering our sixth year of 1:1 and many years of offering parents and community members digital communication via our interactive webpage.

Presenters: Janet Copenhaver, Director of Instructional Technology and Professional Learning, Monica Hatchett, Coordinator for Family & Community Engagement, Henry County Public Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Innovation & Partnerships for College & Career Readiness Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Sponsored by: Penn Foster, Booth 1156 Pearland Independent School District (enr. 19,125) board members, superintendent, and a principal learned to work together from the ground up. Come share their journey from a split decision to unanimous approval to open a new innovative college & career high school. The school is now where students are encouraged to pursue more than 15 career certification pathways and college credit during high school with internship and practicum placements in the community. School board member support has been integral in nurturing community support with multiple agencies, business partner roundtables, and business networks.

Presenters: Jennifer Morrow, Principal, John Kelly, Superintendent, Rebecca Decker, Board Secretary, Sean Murphy, Board Member, Pearland Independent School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SATURDAY

Going Digital, Are You Ready?

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Make School the Right Place at the Right Time for Students Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209

SATURDAY

Districts experience dramatic achievement gains after going digital, largely attributable to increased student engagement. But the digital transition means much more for students. It exposes them to tools that lead to new thinking and ways to tap their individual skills. More students, more often, can discover how their interests can lead to a college and/or career pathway. Youngest students can close the achievement gap before entering kindergarten, making them more successful throughout their school years. Join Napa County Schools (enr. 20,100) as they explore this topic.

Presenters: Barbara Nemko, Superintendent, Napa County Schools; Hall Davidson, Senior Director of Global Initiatives, Discovery Education

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Making Policy Management Manageable with Cloud-based Services Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 Do you struggle to keep your policies up-to-date? Do you dread policy changes? Do you long for a policy manual you and your readers can love? In this session, you’ll learn how to make policy management manageable, and even enjoyable, with best practices in cloud-based services.

Presenters: Heather Masshardt, Policy Consultant, Pennsylvania School Boards Association; Angela De Los Santos, Policy Specialist, BoardDocs

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Playing to Learn: What Board Members Need to Know about Games Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network.

From the latest research to practical examples, this conversation offers the insights you need to make informed decisions about how games can support learning and engage students. Separate hype from reality with this conversation between a researcher and educator.

Presenters: Greg Toppo, National Education & Demographics Writer, USA TODAY; Peggy Sheehy, Teacher, Ramapo Central School District

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

92 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Policing Our Schools? The Role of School Resource Officers in Public Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB This session is sponsored by the National Black Council of School Board Members School resource officers (SROs) are supposed to foster better relations between law enforcement and citizens, particularly minorities and lower-income families. Due to inconsistent training models and a lack of clear standards, critics contend school officers are introducing children to the criminal justice system unnecessarily by doling out harsh punishments for classroom misbehavior. This session will examine best practices of achieving safe and supportive learning environment through the role of SROs. Presenters: Judith Browne Dianis, Co-Director, Advancement Project; Mo Canday, Executive Director, National Association of School Resource Officers; Michael Eaton, Chief of Safety and Security, Denver Public Schools

SATURDAY

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Preventing the Achievement Gap: Creating Access to Early Childhood Services through a Mobile Medical/Preschool Classroom Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C Learn how the Board and Superintendent in Fremont County School District #6 (enr. 376) are improving kindergarten readiness by providing access to quality academic and medical services to children through a mobile preschool classroom/medical clinic. Discover additional benefits the district has experienced as the program turns long held cultural distrust of public education and geographic isolation into increased support and appreciation for the work of the schools within the district. Walk away with an illustrated model, impact data, and funding options.

Presenters: Diana Clapp, Superintendent, Kristen Benson, Board Trustee, Fremont County School District #6

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Relationships Matter: How You Can Build Assets, Reduce Risks, and Help All Students in Your School Succeed Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B Building Assets, Reducing Risks (BARR) is a comprehensive, strength-based approach to education that improves achievement for all students by increasing a school’s effectiveness at building relationships, leveraging real-time data, and capitalizing on the strengths of each student. St. Louis Park Independent School District (enr. 4,050) will describe how BARR increases academic performance in high school students and closes the achievement gap. A superintendent and school board member will discuss how BARR was implemented in their district and their role in its success.

Presenters: Rob Metz, Superintendent, Angela Jerabek, Developer of Building Assets, Reducing Risks Model, Justin Barbeau, BARR Technical Assistance Director, St. Louis Park Independent School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Say YES! Empowering School Boards to Reclaim the Public Education Conversation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB

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Changing the conversation about public education is tough. Reformers contend public schools are failing, leaving public school leaders in defensive mode. Oklahoma education leaders developed “For the People: A Vision for Oklahoma Public Education,” a unified, grassroots, solution-focused vision for schools, to regain the education community’s seat at the policymaking table. Learn strategies to lead the education conversation at the state level and engage fellow board members and community in a local conversation about educational improvement.

Presenters: Shawn Hime, Executive Director, Oklahoma State School Boards Association; Joe Siano, Superintendent, Norman Public Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Strategically Implementing the Next Generation Digital Classroom: Including Technology Services, Instructional Technology, Professional Development, and Program Evaluation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A When it comes to integrating new, district-wide technology initiatives into schools, a team effort is required. In this session, key leaders from Round Rock Independent School District (enr. 47,500) will describe the collaboration and processes for planning, implementing, and evaluating the “Next Generation Digital Classroom” pilot. Attendees will understand the critical timelines and tasks necessary for rolling-out a district technology initiative while evaluating, monitoring and reporting on the impact on learning and be able to replicate many aspects of out success themselves.

Presenters: Lannon Heflin, Director of Instructional Technology, Chad Chadwell, Board President, Steve Flores, Superintendent, Daniel Presley, Chief of Schools and Innovation, Round Rock Independent School District

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Superintendent Evaluation—Model of Continuous Growth Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 Leadership roles provide opportunities to manage organizations in transactional ways, however superintendents and board members who are transformational leaders lead from the heart systemically. In doing so, creating a continuous professional learning growth system for the superintendent is essential for success. By expecting a growth mindset for the superintendent, board members model cultures of improvement for all. Washington County School District (enr. 1,775) will show you what Kentucky superintendents and boards in Washington and Nelson counties are doing to walk-the-walk as models for continuous growth for principals and teachers.

Presenters: Robin Cochran, Superintendent, Curtis Hamilton, Vice Chairman Board of Education, Washington County School District; Damon Jackey, Chairman, Anthony Orr, Superintendent, Nelson County School District

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Support Service Privatization: A Five-State Survey Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255 The primary impetus for adopting a privatization strategy is to keep money in the classroom. The degree to which public schools contract non-instructional services is difficult to determine. The Mackinac Center Public Policy’s recent five-state survey is designed to shed light on the topic. The Center surveyed Michigan districts since 2001, and in 2015 expanded its survey to four other states: Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Georgia. This presentation will present the findings of those surveys as well as insights from 20 years of work in the field of school support service privatization.

Presenter: Michael LaFaive, Director of Fiscal Policy, Mackinac Center for Public Policy

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Get ready to be surprised! Based upon the latest Speak Up Project findings from over 450,000 K–12 students representing schools in all 50 states, you will learn about how today’s K–12 students really want to use mobile devices, social media and digital content to enhance learning—key data you need to inform your district’s budgets, programs and policies.

Presenter: Julie Evans, Chief Executive Officer, Project Tomorrow

1:30 PM—2:45 PM The Prophetic Board Member Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A While many terms have been used to describe board service, perhaps the most overlooked is that of “prophet.” Board members do, however, have a unique prophetic ability to foretell the future for their district. Come see how the School District of Stockbridge (enr. 243) makes it happen and discover a process designed to promote all the best qualities of your district. School boards implementing this process will see a significant improvement in the overall functioning of their district.

Presenter: David Moscinski, District Administrator, School District of Stockbridge

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Ten Things Everyone Should Know about Today’s Students and Digital Learning

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Transforming Learning for Teachers and Students in a 1:1 District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A

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Township High School District 214 (enr. 12,000) will be a 1:1 district starting with the 2015-16 school year. Learn how a six-year pilot program led to full implementation of iPads and transformed teacher and student learning. Presenters will share details of how the program was implemented, including examples of multi-tiered, and teacher-led professional learning to build capacity and ensure success (parent/community support). Participants will leave with a link to a site with a wealth of examples and resources to use or modify for their own schools.

Presenters: Rudy Gomez, District Technology Services Supervisor, Linda Ashida, Innovative Technology Facilitator, Gabriella Stetz, Innovative Technology Facilitator, Township High School District 214

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Youth in School Governance: How to Maximize Student Representation to Your School Board Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 By engaging students as respected, contributing members of the education community, boards can focus their energies toward more effective school improvement efforts, and prepare the next generation of community leaders. We provide the information and resources necessary to maximize the benefits of youth participation in school governance. We will highlight the seven metrics that ensure quality student representation. Participants will be shown successful practices, and given useful tools, strategies, and techniques to support youth.

Presenter: Derek Peterson, Principal Director, International Institute for Student Support

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 2:15 PM—4:00 PM

COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) Recruiting, Preparing and Retaining the Next Generation of Urban Educators: Whose Job Is It Anyway?

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 6 Always Available Data—So Our Children Are Always Learning; Safely!

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A During this Study Hall learn how educational institutions across the country are: providing continuous access to data without wasting money on expensive disks; implementing state-of-the-art practices for secure active-active storage infrastructures using existing equipment; and modernizing methods to continuously mirror data across local/metro clusters. The benefits realized with your Student Management System, Bell Scheduling, PA announcements, Voice Services, File Sharing, Email and Database servers will yield educational, safety and cost savings returns.

Presenters: Augie Gonzalez, Director, Datacore; Fred Zappolo, VP Sales, CSDNET

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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Sponsored by: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Preferred Meals This session is for CUBE registrants only—pre-registration and additional fee is required.

The preparation of teachers for an increasingly diverse student population has, without question, impacted the practice of Professional Teacher Preparation Programs across the country. The current focus on the achievement gap and poor graduation rates has highlighted the challenges facing urban schools and their teachers in our nation. There is growing recognition that teachers who are effectively trained to serve in urban contexts require a specialized set of knowledge, skills and dispositions. Join us as an esteemed panel of university deans address the challenges and also share what’s working.

Panelists: Dr. Leslie Fenwick, Dean, Howard University School of Education Dr. Sonya Gunnings-Moton, Assistant Dean, Director, Urban Educators Cohort Program, College of Education, Michigan State University Meredith Peiffer, Teacher, Kennedy-Longfellow School, Cambridge School District Dr. Brian Perkins, Director of the Urban Education Leadership Program, Department of Organization and Leadership, Teachers College, Columbia University, NY

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 4 Calculating Your Total Cost of Ownership Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A

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Propane autogas has lowered operating and maintenance costs for over 500 school districts nationwide. Join us as we walk through calculating the total cost of ownership of diesel and propane school buses, and demonstrate potential savings with propane autogas. Pat Mitchell, Mobile County Schools’ transportation director, will also walk through the savings his buses are returning using alternative fuels. By the end of the session, you will understand how propane autogas can help your school bus fleet and whether alternative fuels are right for you.

Presenters: Trey Jenkins, Vice President, Alternative Fuels, Blue Bird; Pat Mitchell, Transportation Director, Mobile County Schools

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 3 Discover New Research on the Impact of Blended Learning on Nontraditional Learners Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Introducing a powerful new report just released by America’s Promise Alliance, with support from Penn Foster, outlining research and analysis on blended learning and its impact on at-risk youth and adult learners and their readiness for college and the workforce. This session will dive into the key findings and insights from the new report, providing the audience with best practices for implementing a blended learning program. Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding of how a nontraditional education solution can reengage at-risk youth and increase graduation rates in their district.

Presenters: Kevin Bauman, Senior Director, Product Management, Penn Foster; Jon Zaff, Executive Director, Center for Promise, America’s Promise Alliance

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 7 Five Safety Rules to Help Children Speak Up and Be Safe About Abuse Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Childhelp Speak Up Be Safe is a primary prevention curriculum aimed at stopping and preventing child abuse, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, bullying, and cyberbullying.

In this study hall session, attendees will experience some of the Pre-K through 12th grade curriculum, including learning the five safety rules and delving into how the teacher reinforcement activities and parent engagement pieces help children speak up about abuse and be safe.

Presenter: Dr. Benah J. Parker, National Director of Prevention Education, Childhelp

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Green Cleaning for an Environment that Is Conducive to Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A The studies are convincingly positive: Green cleaning programs in schools benefit the students and the administration. With the implementation of successful indoor air quality programs, schools can see an increase in productivity and higher test scores overall. ABM Education Services will share with attendees The ABCs of an effective Green Cleaning Program.

Presenter: Alan France, Director of Sustainability, Environmental Services, ABM

3:00 PM—3:30 PM How to Stop a School Crisis Before it Starts Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A This is depressing. How many more headlines can we read about bomb threats closing schools or students being bullied? When parents send their children to school, the expectation is that they’ll be cared for. But a spate of risky, in some cases downright frightening, incidents have shaken that confidence to its core. There is no surefire way to eliminate risk at school. But what if you had an earlywarning system to help you sniff out problems before they spiral out of control? Imagine the difference a 20-minute head start could make. Learn what it means to lead the conversation, as opposed to simply reacting to the headlines.

Presenters: Dr. Gerald Dawkins, Justin Wilk, K12 Insight

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL—INNOVATION AREA Project-Based Learning in Action: Results from the DLR Group Innovation Challenge Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Innovation Area, North Lobby Back by popular demand! The DLR Group Student Innovation Challenge returns to NSBA. Roll up your sleeves, immerse yourself in a learning exercise, and help students solve global problems in the Innovation Challenge. This event will display active learning, collaborative teamwork, and various puzzles that challenge students to address real-world problems creatively. Don’t miss the opportunity to see first-hand how the environment and access to expert resources impacts the learning experience.

Presenters: Jason Lembke, Principal, Chris Gibbs, Principal, DLR Group

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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STUDY HALL 1

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM $150 College 529 Savings Accounts Given to Every Kindergarten Student, Every Year!

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A

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Learn how to form partnerships that will support establishing College 529 Savings Accounts for all students in the school corporation. Hear how one patron in the Western Boone County Community School Corporation (enr. 1,700) brought an idea to the Community Foundation to gain funding for the students in their district. This concept was not only about the amount of the savings account, it was about changing the mindset and giving hope of a brighter future for our students!

Presenters: Judi Hendrix, Superintendent, Rick Davis, Board Vice President, Shane Steimel, Board President, Mike Martin, Board Secretary, Western Boone County Community School Corporation

3:45 PM—5:00 PM A Consideration of Alternate Special Education Models: Improving Programmatic and Fiscal Outcomes Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C The presenters will share specific methodologies that are designed to improve the outcomes for students with educational disabilities in the most fiscally responsible manner. As a result of this interactive session, attendees will: become more conversant with the programmatic, legal, and fiscal realities of special education; and build capacity to ask the “right” questions of district leadership to ensure students with special needs are getting what they need in the most cost-effective manner.

Presenters: Michael Neiman, Executive Vice President, Brian Edwards, CEO, Futures Education; Clarence Savoie, Past President, National School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Adult Bullying: How to Recognize It and Deal with It Effectively Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Much attention has been given to student bullying. However, almost no attention has been given to adult bullying, which directly impacts the educational success of students, interactions with parents, discussions at Board meetings, and teacher-to-teacher communication. We assume that when an individual becomes an “adult,” bullying disappears. Unfortunately, adult bullying can be even more challenging for school leaders to deal with effectively. Join Port Washington-Saukville School District (enr. 2,763) for this informative, practical application and and upbeat discussion.

Presenters: Michael Weber, Superintendent, Brian McCutcheon, Board Member, Port WashingtonSaukville School District

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM App-tastic 2016: Apps in 75 Minutes Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

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3:45 PM—5:00 PM Building a Strong Governance Team Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A In Fulton County Schools (enr. 95,000), the Board of Education team consists of seven board members, the superintendent and the board attorney. The Board of Education believes that the Superintendent and the Board Attorney are an integral part to successful governance and leadership.

This team sets the standard for effective teamwork in a district. In this session we will share the frameworks of a successful Attorney-Board relationship and how they enhance district governance.

Presenters: Linda McCain, Board Member, Linda Bryant, Board Member, Julia Bernath, Board Member, Fulton County Board of Education

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Changing the Conversation: Lessons Learned from the Virginia School Board Association Challenged School Task Force Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB Learn how the dynamic Virginia School Board Association Challenged School Task Force changed the conversation on schools in challenging environments. The Challenged School Task Force works hand in hand with the Governor, the General Assembly, Department of Education, and Higher Education in an effort to improve challenged schools. The Task Force held a Promises to Practices Summit which provided practical ways to improve student learning. The Challenged School Task Force has been courageous in their advocacy for schools in the most challenging environments.

Presenters: Gina Patterson, Executive Director, Virginia School Board Association; Rodney Jordan, Board Member, Norfolk Public Schools; Mark Lineburg, Superintendent, Winchester Public Schools

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Do you still have your computer? Or is your business becoming more productive and more mobile by using tablets instead? Whether you’re using an iPad, Android or Windows device, without knowing the best productivity apps available, you’re not using your time most efficiently. This fast-paced session will review and showcase the most useful apps for the business professional. Attendees are encouraged to bring their tablet and smart phones and share their favorite apps with their peers. After attending this session, the attendee will be able to: Identify the most useful business apps available; Understand the tools available for each of the mobile platforms; Use their mobile devices more effectively for business applications.

Presenter: Jim Spellos, President, Meeting U

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Connecting with Your Concerns Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A Hosted by NSBA National Connection Board service is rewarding, but it is also difficult at times. Come interact with a panel of experienced board members moderated by American School Board Journal editor, Kathleen Vail. Ask the burning questions that are keeping you up at night and get perspectives from across the country. Or, listen in and hear what is on the minds of your colleagues.

Presenters: Mark Bonjavanni, Mary Fertakis, Terry McCabe, National Connection Consultants, National School Boards Association

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Moderator: Kathleen Vail, Director, Editorial Services, National School Boards Association

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Cost Savings and Efficiency with an Enhanced Experience: Paperless Board Meetings Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255 If you’re looking to cut cost, provide greater efficiency for your stakeholders including district staff, board and community while providing a better user experience for all, this session is for you. Come learn about the practice of paperless board meetings and how it can enhance your district. At the end, we will review an assorted list of free cloud-based tools to enhance your work and personal life.

Presenter: James Page, Director of Information Technology and Project Planning, New York State School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C Although many school districts have an emergency operation plan (EOP) in place, what steps are being taken to ensure the EOP is successful? What other preventative and protective measures can you take to reduce the impact of an incident and help your school through recovery? You will be introduced to Sunnyside Unified School District #12’s (enr. 17,125) strategic emergency response and awareness campaign that can change school culture and turn dialog into active emergency prevention and awareness by students, staff and parents.

Presenters: Frank Morales, Director of School Security, Mary Veres, Director of Public Information, Sunnyside Unified School District #12; William Corrales, Sergeant, Tucson Police Department

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Cultivating School Board and Community Involvement in STEM Education Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A School administrators have the capacity to cultivate STEM education and provide support for the growth of programs that will propel students to investigate and become involved in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Fox Chapel Area School District (enr. 4,269) will show you how to evaluate the ways in which your school board’s district prioritizations can set in motion the development of strong K–12 STEM programs. Innovative curricular approaches will be shared such as community networking, encouraging and inspiring teachers, and recruiting eager diverse students to build STEM-related programs in your district that will thrive for years to come.

You will leave with a cache of useful resources, tools, and examples that will drive your own district personnel in the development of unique and diverse instructional STEM programs both inside and outside of the classroom.

Presenters: Lisa Giguere, Director, Western PA Summer STEMM Academy, Michael Hower, Senior/Lead Principal, Randi Leonard, Online Learning Manager, STEMM Co-Director, Fox Chapel Area School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Crisis Response for School-Based Incidents: Transforming Your Emergency Operations Plan in Action

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Gateway to Success: A Blended Learning Model to Prepare Students for College Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B

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Interest in blended learning has exploded in the past few years. A recent survey found that students in blended reading classrooms exceed growth expectations by 50%. Learn how the University of Maryland, City of College Park and the Prince George’s County School District are working together to develop a public school system that provides world-class educational opportunities for middle-class families including a blended learning public charter school that exceeded the district on state tests in their first year of operation.

Presenters: Bernadette Ortiz-Brewster, Principal, College Park Academy; Segun Eubanks, Board of Education Chair, Prince George’s County School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM INFORMANCE: A Hands-On Experience From Inside the Music Ensemble Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B This hands-on session demonstrates rigorous, high quality music education and will reveal the impact and importance of music and arts education in the core curriculum for all students. Our student participants will demonstrate the process of learning involving discipline, practice, revision, risk-taking, and how this relates to goals for their success and preparation for college and career-readiness for all fields. We will demonstrate how engagement in music education inspires engagement in school and supports student retention and graduation rates.

Presenter: Merryl Goldberg, Professor, School of the Arts, California State University—San Marcos Musical Performance: The Jazz Chords of Calloway, Cab Calloway School of the Arts, Wilmington, DE

3:45 PM—5:00 PM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: Introduction to Roles & Responsibilities of a School Board Member Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB You have been elected to your local school board, and you think you know what the job is all about. Then you attend your first meeting, and quickly realize that there is a lot more to it than you thought. You ask, “Where do I begin?” This session will focus on the top five responsibilities of a board member: district finances; district policies; evaluation standards; district goals, mission, vision; and communication.

Presenter: James Hardy, Field Director, Massachusetts Association of School Committees

Advocacy

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Jordyn’s Story: How Technology Tools Support All Students Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network.

Be inspired by Jordyn’s story as she shares how technology transformed her learning experience as an autistic student once she arrived in the Mentor Public Schools (enr. 7,700). Data from the Speak Up Survey places special education and technology use in a national context and CAST describes the concept of UDL and how it can support all students.

Presenters: Matt Miller, Superintendent, Jordyn Zimmerman, student, Mentor Public Schools; Julie Evans, Chief Executive Officer, Project Tomorrow

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B Schools across America have made considerable progress in using technology to transform learning.

However, the problem remains: few school systems have found a way to create a digitally-enabled ecosystem that is continuously improving. AASA, CoSN, and NSBA have formed a powerful partnership to share our collective knowledge and networks to help school system leaders strengthen their digital advocacy. The “digital leap” is about providing a technology-based learning environment for ALL children.

Presenters: Keith Krueger, CEO, The Consortium for School Networking; Ann Flynn, Director, Education Technology, National School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Leveraging Customer Service to Improve Your District’s Brand Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 We all recognize that the customer’s experience is part of EVERYONE’s job! The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School Distirct (enr. 20,000) Customer Experience Program is designed to acknowledge the district’s successful action and behaviors and share our expectations of customer service with all staff. This interactive session will introduce participants to the elements of our positive customer experience program and provide materials used to train our 2,000 employees to provide excellent customer service.

Presenters: Ellen Jones, Board President, Steve Chapman, Superintendent, Julie Cole, Board Member, Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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Leading the Digital Leap: Personalizing Learning for All Students

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Leveraging Leadership Capacity to Build System-Wide Coherence Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211

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Washington’s Arlington Public Schools (enr. 5,500) journey has included a foundational commitment to high performing teams, a strong investment in teacher leadership, and the articulation of our five “District Essentials:” Every child, every hour, every day; aligning our work; high performing teams; fiscal responsibility; and, a positive, professional working and learning environment. We will share our exciting new partnership with Western Washington University to help forward the work. Participants will explore tools, processes and products which have led to authentic improvement.

Presenters: Kristine McDuffy, Superintendent, Brian Beckley, Principal, Arlington High School; Ursula Ghirardo, Board President, Diane Kirchner-Scott, Assistant Superintendent, Eric DeJong, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Katie Newman, Teacher Leader, Arlington Public Schools

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Lex2Next: Revolutionizing Instruction with 1:1 Technology Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 Lex2Next, Lexington School District Two’s (enr. 8,915) 1:1 technology initiative, began in earnest in the fall of 2014 with passage of a bond referendum and the awarding of a state grant, but the seeds of change were planted and watered by the district administration and the board years ago. Our experience as technology coaches, from the initial brainstorming to the rollout of devices, can serve as a guide for other districts looking to undertake a similar project.

Presenters: Janet Dedmon, District Instructional Technology Facilitator, Bernie Adkins, CATE Coordinator, Rob Burggraaf, Instructional Technology Coach, Lexington School District Two; Beth Branham, Southern Region Representative, NSBA Board of Directors, National School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Reaching Beyond the Classroom: How a School Board Can Maximize Their Investment in Technology by Enhancing Their Infrastructure to Bring Increased Value to Their Mobile One-to-One Computing Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 Why virtualize? Where do I start? Virtualizing the desktop and mobile devices, technical requirements, lessons learned, adaptability, Computer Based Assessments, the Zero client experience, projection of investment, and centralized management will be covered. The Plainedge Public Schools (enr. 3,200), located on Long Island, New York, made a decision to transform the way it delivered network services and the endpoint/user experience. The Board Members in conjunction with the Superintendent of Schools and Central Administration of the Plainedge Public Schools were the catalyst that led to the concept behind promoting and developing the virtual environment. The goal was to provide cost savings and efficiencies in power, server costs, endpoint costs, leveraging of legacy technology while dramatically improving the user experience. And that goal was reached!

Presenters: Dr. Guy J. LeVaillant, Assistant Superintendent & Instructional Technology, Edward Salina Jr., Superintendent, Plainedge Public Schools

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Reaching New Heights: Nurturing Every Student’s Potential Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Research shows that participation in pre-school and early childhood programs positively impacts the success and well-being of students throughout their academic career. Activity, especially movement in learning, engages students and creates a more robust learning experience. As students progress from early learning to elementary school, these experiences intensify, and we believe facility design must respond. Looking forward, we will share our vision of what we believe is the learning environment of the future.

Presenters: Jim French, Senior Principal, Todd Ferking, DLR Group; Debra Fulton, Mukilteo School District; Lennie Scott-Webber, INSYNC

Return on Investment: Quantifying the Economic Impact of Your School System on the Local Economy Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A In 2014, the Anne Arundel County Public Schools (enr. 80,000) embarked on a study to determine the return on investment county residents receive from their education system. Find out what they learned, and how they used the study to help residents, businesses, and elected officials better understand the value they were receiving from the county’s investment in schools.

Presenters: Stacy Korbelak, Board President, Patricia Nalley, Board Vice President, Debbie Ritchie, Board Member, George Arlotto, Superintendent, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

3:45 PM—5:00 PM School Board/Superintendent Relations Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB

Gentzel

Domenech

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Come hear an informative session between the National School Boards Association and AASA, The School Superintendents Association, Executive Directors who agree that an effective school board/superintendent management team is essential to a school system’s success and how the two organizations can work together to accomplish common goals.

Presenters: Thomas J. Gentzel, Executive Director, National School Boards Association; Daniel A. Domenech, Executive Director, AASA, The School Superintendents Association

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Sexual Misconduct, Boundary Issues and Professional Ethics for Educators Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B

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Designed for school district superintendents, administrators and human resource professionals, this program addresses district handling of sexual misconduct cases. Leading education attorney, Daniel R. Shinoff, will discuss liability issues, litigation and procedures. Co-presenters, Dr. Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. and Dr. Phil Rogers, Ed.D., will focus on policies and training. Effective prevention begins by understanding the issues, working closely with districts to create and implement better policies and proper response to protect students.

Presenters: Daniel Shinoff, Attorney, Stutz Artiano Shinoff & Holtz; Glenn Lipson, Clinical Psychologist, Making Right Choices; Phil Rogers, Executive Director, NASDTEC

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Shifting to Restorative and Equitable Schoolwide Discipline and Student Support: Creating and Implementing a New District Code of Conduct, Character, and Support Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B In 2013, the Syracuse City School District (enr. 23,000) faced high rates of exclusionary and disproportional discipline and was being investigated by the New York State Attorney General’s Office.

The District collaborated with Engaging Schools to create a new Code of Conduct, Character, and Support that the school board unanimously approved in September of 2014. SCSD’s efforts have been cited as exemplary at a Congressional briefing and the White House Summit on school discipline held in July of 2015.

Presenters: Larry Dieringer, Executive Director, Engaging Schools; Sharon Contreras, Superintendent, Derrick Doresy, Board Vice President, Syracuse City School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Speak Out: Youth Discuss Education, Race and their Future Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A Sponsored by National Black Council of School Board Members, National Caucus of American Indian/ Alaska Native School Board Members and National Hispanic Council of School Board Members Youth are the backbone of the nation. They can change the future of the society with their well-being and courageous behavior. They are here to show us that which we have not been willing to look at within ourselves. Join us for an in-depth discussion as high school students from the Boston Metro Area share and discuss their views on education, race and their future role in society.

Moderator: Miranda Beard, President-Elect, National School Boards Association

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

108 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Student Assessment Inventory for School Districts Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103 School boards can respond to over-testing concerns through a community-wide effort that directly addresses the amount of testing and move towards more coherent, higher-quality approaches to assessment. Achieve’s Student Assessment Inventory is a free, openly modifiable tool district and board leaders are using to take stock of their assessments from a student perspective. Presenters will share how districts have used this process to ensure the minimum assessments necessary for instructional, diagnostic and accountability purposes.

Presenters: Jacob Mishook, Associate Director, Assessment and Accountability, Alissa Peltzman, Vice President, State Policy and Implementation Support, Achieve; Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel, Connecticut Association of Boards of Education

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3:45 PM—5:00 PM Student Data Privacy—What Teachers and Administrators Need to Know Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 In order to foster a school culture that embraces and maximizes technological opportunities with confidence, teachers must understand how student data is collected and used. This interactive presentation will 1) delve into resources designed to help educators easily determine whether a website, app, or other technology product is compliant with FERPA; 2) explore best practices when communicating with parents; and 3) highlight a new privacy curriculum that teaches students about their rights and responsibilities in the digital environment.

Presenter: Alan Simpson, Director of Policy and Communications, iKeepSafe

3:45 PM—5:00 PM The Boundless Potential of Every Student Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 What if ninety seconds could change the way you see your students forever? In this moving presentation, you will hear the story of DJ, the attention-seeking troublemaker, Donna, the teacher who saw things differently, and the ninety seconds that changed both of their lives.

Through laughter and tears, their story and philosophy will transform the way you teach and kindle a renewed passion for education by showing you how to see “problems” as “opportunities.”

Porter & Batiste Presenters: Donna Porter, Educator, Picayune Memorial High School; Dwayne ‘DJ’ Batiste, Inspirational Student Speaker

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SPECIAL SESSION The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) & More

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law December of 2015 and reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Find out how this new law will impact your school district in areas such as local governance, teacher training and professional development, targeted intervention and authorization of federal funding. Discover how school boards can impact the implementation process to ensure that they receive what is best for their district.

Presenters: Lucy Gettman, Deputy Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, Kim Richey, Senior Government Relations Counsel, Deborah Rigsby, Director, Federal Legislation, Amirah Salaam, Government Relations Counsel, and Michael C. Zola, Esq., Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, National School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM The Evolving Role of Assessments in the Federal Accountability Regime: What ESSA Means for District Leaders in 2016 and Beyond Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 The newly enacted “Every Student Succeeds Act” (ESSA) replaces the No Child Left Behind Act with a bipartisan, complex law that sets the stage for important conversations that center on understanding, leveraging and implementing the new law. Much of ESSA’s impact will depend in no small part on what districts, working with states and advocates, make of it. This session will focus on the new opportunities implicated in ESSA’s shift toward local and state control on key issues of accountability and assessment—including those implicated in the law’s new assessment pilot programs and assessment audits. Presenters will offer an overview of ESSA, an outline of key assessment issues that districts should be attuned to (including a discussion of performance- and competency-based assessment approaches), and a set of key strategies that should inform the evolution of district policy and practice in coming months.

Presenter: Art Coleman, Managing Partner and Co-Founder, EducationCounsel

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

110 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Transform Learning with Mind-Twisting Online Manipulatives Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Bring your own laptop/tablet for hands-on learning with free interactives from CK–12 called PLIX. Whether used as a warm-up, interactive exploration, or review, students use PLIX to Play, Learn, Interact, and “Xplore” concepts. Gain a deeper understanding of math and science by interacting with manipulatives and responding to brain-bending questions.

Presenters: Carl Haley, Director of Content, Tracie Mastronicola, Science Content Specialist, CK–12 Foundation

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 The new Professional Standards rule sets minimum hiring criteria for K–12 food service directors, and mandates annual training for all food service personnel. Learn how this rule will impact school districts across the country; get updated on latest regulatory changes in USDA Child Nutrition Programs and Reauthorization 2015; and gain insights to better understand and manage financial, nutritional, and menu planning outcomes for your District.

Presenter: Linda Sceurman, MS, RD, LDN, Director, Nutrition and Operations Support, Aramark Education

6:30 PM—9:00 PM

COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) Urban Night Out (UNO) This session is for CUBE registrants only—pre-regsitration and additional fee is required.

After a full day of education sessions, it’s time to relax, dance, and network with fellow board members from around the country. Connect with friends and make new ones—you don’t want to miss this CUBE staple event.

9:00 PM—12:00 AM

SPECIAL EVENT

Joint Caucus/Councils Reception Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom This networking event is open to all NSBA Annual Conference attendees.

Hosted by the National Black Council of School Board Members, National Caucus of American Indian/ Alaska Native School Board Members, and the National Hispanic Council of School Board Members.

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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What’s New, What’s NOT in K–12 Nutrition: The Potential Impact of the Professional Standards Rule and Other USDA Regulatory Changes

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 AT-A-GLANCE SCHEDULE SUNDAY, APRIL 10 Unless otherwise noted, all events and sessions take place at the Boston Convention & Exposition Center.

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7:00 AM—8:15 AM Inspirational Session Room 210C

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NSBA Bookstore North Lobby, Level 1

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2:00 PM—5:30 PM Site Visit page 146 Civic Engagement through Innovation The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate & John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

2:00 PM—6:00 PM Site Visit page 146 Experience the Past; Explore the Future Harvard University Walking Tour & Briefing

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Exhibit Hall Hall A Exclusive Hours: 11:30 AM—1:30 PM & 2:45 PM—3:45 PM

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5:00 PM—5:45 PM Drum Circle Northeast Lobby—Second Level

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 7:00 AM—8:15 AM

SUNDAY MORNING INSPIRATIONAL SESSION Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C Come start your day with motivation and enlightenment with Dale Walkup.

We all have ups and downs and are navigating through life that is changing constantly. Come to this session to be renewed and rejuvenated.

Presenter: Dale Walkup, Blue Springs School District

Walkup

7:45 AM—9:45 AM

COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) SUNDAY

CUBE Annual Business Meeting (Elections for Steering Committee) and Breakfast Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC During this session, CUBE districts meet to consider nominations, elect new Steering Committee members, and discuss issues of concern to the membership. Only CUBE members are eligible to vote during the Steering Committee elections. Non-CUBE districts who are interested in learning more about the work of CUBE are encouraged to register and attend this meeting.

This session is for CUBE registrants only—pre-registration and additional fee is required.

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:00 AM—9:30 AM

MEAL EVENT National Hispanic Council of School Board Members Breakfast Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB

Carvalho

This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

A nationally recognized expert on education transformation and finance, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho successfully elevated Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ academic profile and streamlined its business operations and financial systems to become one of the nation’s highest-performing urban school systems.

Presenter: Alberto Carvalho, Superintendent, Miami-Dade County Public Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 We know that movement is the centerpiece for an effective physical education program. So how do terms like online curriculum, blended learning and flipped classroom fit into our profession? In this session, we will utilize physical activity with these new learning techniques to help kids understand not only that they should exercise but why!

Presenter: Ron Malm, COO, Focused Fitness

8:30 AM—9:45 AM A Look at the National School Law Docket: NSBA’s Legal Advocacy Agenda Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 Join NSBA Associate Executive Director and General Counsel Francisco M. Negrón, Jr., for a dynamic presentation on school law trends across the country and in the U.S. Supreme Court. From transgender issues, to federal responses to Title IX, diversity, employment law and more, don’t miss the opportunity to learn how NSBA and its member state associations are advocating in the courts for school boards and public education.

Presenter: Francisco Negrón, General Counsel, National School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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A 21st Century Approach to Physical Education

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM A Trusted Learning Environment: Protecting Student Privacy Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Data privacy is a growing priority for school systems, parents, policymakers and other stakeholders.

It is the responsibility of all school system leaders to create more trust around the use of student data to improve learning and teaching. CoSN’s Protecting Privacy in Connected Learning Initiative helps schools balance technology advances with the need to protect student privacy. Join this interactive session to learn how school districts are creating a trusted learning environment.

Presenters: Keith Krueger, CEO, Bob Moore, Project Director, Consortium for School Networking

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Active Kids = Active Minds: Incorporating Physical Activity Before/During School to Boost Student Academic Success

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B Join us for an interactive session to learn how districts can empower volunteers to provide physical activity opportunities to students before school, in the classroom, and during recess with BOKS! BOKS provides free evidence-based curriculum, program support, and comprehensive training for schools to enhance student performance through providing physical activity opportunities. Learn about the research behind why physical activity is crucial, hear from both the founder of BOKS and Weymouth Public Schools’ Assistant Superintendent, and get moving with some fun BOKS activities.

Presenters: Kathleen Tullie, Founder and Executive Director, Erikka Moreno, Outreach Manager, Laura Burati, Program and Training Manager, BOKS—Build Our Kids’ Success; Jennifer Whipple, Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services and Support, Weymouth Public Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Applying Big Data to Improve Facility Operations Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A Hear first-hand how to use big data to implement and sustain long-term building operation improvements. Using successful energy management strategies implemented at Homestead High School, attendees will learn how this school now projects annual energy savings of $60,000 a year and reduced its electrical consumption 15 percent compared to similar buildings. With 47,000 data points— where do you begin? Attendees will learn how to use big data to run their facilities smarter and more effectively to positively impact the bottom line.

Presenters: Kyle Thompson, Administrator—Director of Buildings and Grounds, Mequon-Thiensville School District; Jeff DeVor, Energy Services Leader, Trane, Great Northern Plains District

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

116 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Assessing Creativity and 21st Century Skills Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB Most school boards around the country have used their districts to help their students develop creativity and innovation skills for the 21st century economy. Pleas cannot be responded to if districts can’t define and access creativity and innovation. Fortunately, several schools and districts around the country have collaborated to define and assess creativity, innovation and other 21st century competencies. They have built rubrics to define creativity and innovation, and are currently in the process of building a bank of performance tasks.

Presenters: Ken Kay, CEO, EdLeader2; Veronica Boix-Mansilla, Principal Investigator, Future of Learning Institute, Chair, Project Zero Harvard Graduate School of Education; Pam Moran, Superintendent of Schools, Albemarle County Public Schools; Peter Sanchioni, Superintendent, Natick Pubic Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Avoiding (or Resolving) Dysfunction in the Boardroom Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Connecting with Effective Board Policy Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A Hosted by NSBA National Connection Our student population continues to change. Policies must be regularly reviewed to identify how they may unintentionally hinder our student’s ability to be successful. Explore the Board’s policy role in eliminating academic and system barriers for students, and gain an understanding of the family/ cultural contexts necessary for thoughtful Board policy discussions and the development of responsive and supportive policies.

Presenter: Mary Fertakis, National Connection Consultant, National School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Everyone wants students to succeed, so getting everyone on the same page should be easy—right?

Recent brain research offers some clues for the conflict among some board members or the clashes between the board and the superintendent, staff, and community. This session will offer tools for avoiding conflict and pathways for resolution if it happens, healing the wounds, and restoring district trust levels.

Presenter: Steve Lamb, Governance Consultant, California School Boards Association

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Disturbing the Peace: Handling Community Dissent in Public Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B How can school districts keep the peace, whether in contentious school board meetings, with protesters on school grounds, on school district websites, or elsewhere? Audience members will take on roles in scenarios addressing important First Amendment and other legal issues related to addressing a myriad of disruptions commonly facing schools.

Presenters: Jackie Wernz, Attorney, Laura Knittle, Attorney, Franczek Radelet

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Engaging Stakeholders: Online Agendas are a Win-Win Solution for Communities—and your District!

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Thousands of school boards nationwide are engaging stakeholders by using board management solutions to reduce the harmful environmental impact of board meetings. This session will show attendees precisely how utilizing proven, low-cost technology can reduce carbon footprints, save districts tens-of-thousands of dollars annually and increase community access to board activities.

Presenter: Aristides Ioannides, President and Chief Architect, Emerald Data Solutions, Inc.

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Engineering a Lower Electric Bill: The Keys to Making Your District a Top Gun in the Fight to Reduce Energy Costs Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A This session will teach attendees how every school district can significantly improve their bottom line energy costs through a strategic, comprehensive approach based on the following steps: baseline investigation, operational verification, equipment and system optimization, energy behavior modification.

Presenters: Mark Madorsky, President, MEP Group, PBK Engineers; David Vesling, Director of Facilities, Spring Branch Independent School District

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

118 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Exemplary Schools Leadership Model: Building World Class Schools for the 21st Century Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B Exemplary School Leadership Model illustrates the utilization of the four key components of Alignment, Accountability, Atmosphere and Adept Leadership in the building of World Class schools. This interactive session will provide opportunities for reflection and practical strategies for implementing this model as leaders build a system of continuous improvement. This presentation will provide concrete examples from schools, districts, business and the military in overcoming obstacles and organizing for World Class outcomes.

Presenter: Vincent Cotter, Co-Founder, Exemplary Schools Organization

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Facility Master Planning: Building a Compelling Case for Taxpayers Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Fulton County Schools (enr. 95,000) will review key components of a school system facility master plan, including a review of the purpose and application of educational specifications, required data collection methodologies for facility condition and educational adequacy, approaches to demographic and capacity utilization, and an analysis of support facilities. The presentation will also consider a community engagement strategy to ensure the voice of taxpayers is included as future options are considered.

Presenters: Katie Reeves, Board Member, Patrick Burke, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, Katha Stuar, Board Member, Fulton County Schools

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Google-licious: More Than a Search Engine Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 Everyone knows that if they want to find out about…anything…all they have to do is ask Google. But how we interfaced with Google in the past years has greatly changed, due to the impact of new technologies and devices. As Google continues to add services and tools to its platform, most people are just still using the basic functionality…if that much at all. This session is for everyone from Google novices to search engine pros. It will demystify how to use the various search tools to find what you need…and do so in a minimal amount of time.

Spellos Presenter: Jim Spellos, President, Meeting U

8:30 AM—9:45 AM SUNDAY

I Should Have Seen That Coming—Avoiding Communication Mishaps Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B Boards are constantly changing. Teams that have been together for years and have been functioning effectively with their constituencies may find newly-elected members with differing beliefs, skills, communication styles and perhaps having hidden agendas. Attendees will engage in activities designed to recognize various communication styles, react to and critique video scenarios, discuss conflict management strategies, share some of their own personal experiences and learn how to head off some of the common pitfalls facing boards.

Presenter: Rob Delane, Deputy Executive Director, Ohio School Boards Association

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Inspire Public Trust and Adoration Disney Style!

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Disney-like magical experiences for your cast and customers can only be created by you and your cast, something Walt Disney recognized early in his career. Inspired by “How to Be Like Walt” by Pat Williams, this session shares Walt’s most influential secrets behind his Disney magic. Attendees will learn how to motivate and inspire their cast members to act in ways that strengthen the public’s trust and adoration for your schools.

Presenters: Leslie Milder, Founder, Friends of Texas Public Schools; Abby Cloud, Director of Public Relations, Mansfield Independent School District

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

120 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Leadership Under Fire: Lessons From the White House Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

McGough

Few leadership roles offer the enormous challenges and opportunities faced daily by the President of the United States. This seminar examines the personal and professional dispositions, the broad leadership styles, and many of the specific decision-making strategies used by those who have served as President. Both successes and failures are studied to demonstrate the fascinating efficacy that presidential thoughts and actions hold for contemporary organizational leaders.

Presenter: Michael McGough, Leadership Consultant, M.R. McGough, LLC

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Leadership’s Role in Removing Barriers to Education Technology Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Districts invest vast resources purchasing technology to improve teaching and learning, but, barriers often impede teachers from fully integrating technology into instruction. We’ll present results of a technology implementation study, discuss models of technology integration with respect to instruction, and facilitate discussions regarding innovation. At conclusion, attendees will know how teachers currently use technology; understand and identify opportunities for innovation; and be able to communicate what they have learned to stakeholders.

Presenters: Liane Wardlow, Sr., Research Scientist, Pearson Research & Innovation Network; Linda Clark, Board Member, Idaho State Board of Education

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Project-Based Learning in Action: Results from the DLR Group Innovation Challenge Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 Back by popular demand! The DLR Group Student Innovation Challenge returns to NSBA. Students will share the solution to their global problem, as well as the overall experience working with NSBA attendees and experts to arrive at the solution.

Presenters: Jim French, Global K-12 Practice Leader, Chris Gibbs, Principal, Jason Lembke, Principal, Todd Ferking, Principal, DLR GROUP

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Raising the Bar for All: Successful Gifted Programming for Students of All Races, Ethnicities, and Socioeconomic Groups

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C The continuing success of minority and low-income students should not focus on achieving only minimum standards. Rather, we should develop and implement policies resulting in identification of and maximum talent development for all students. We will present the policies and practices associated with success of minority and low-income gifted students based on research using a theoretical model, longitudinal test data from three states with high minority representation, document and survey analysis, and data from school district site visits.

Presenters: Carolyn Callahan, Professor, National Center for Research on the Gifted and Talented; Jonathan Plucker, Endowed Professor of Education, University of Connecticut; Michael Young, Associate Professor, Naeg School of Education, University of Connecticut, School Board Member, Ellington Public Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM School Shootings and Security, the Chardon High School Tragedy, and the Need For School Resource Officers Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 Unfortunately, the Chardon High School shooting is not an uncommon occurrence in America. Student Resource Officers reduce response time during critical life threatening situations, organize crisis plans, teach classes, attend school functions, build positive relationships with students, and are a link between school, community, and home. In extreme violent situations Student Resource Officers can reduce the fatality and severity of horrific events in our schools by reducing response time in these life threatening situations.

Presenters: Frank Hall, Tim Armelli, President, Andrew Fetchik, The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of Our School Children

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

122 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Success for the Middle 80—Connecting Today’s Students to the Career Pipeline Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 Overarching discussion on value and impact of career and tech education on student performance. As part of the discussion, an overview of Agricultural, Food and Natural Resources Standards as recently adopted by the Directors of Career Technology Directors and released by the Council for Agricultural Education. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the breadth and depth of agricultural education, including offerings provided for inner city, urban, suburban and rural school systems.

Presenter: Jim Armbruster, Senior Partner Services Specialist, National FFA Organization

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Superintendent Selection: Why You Need to Do it Right Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Taking Project Based Learning to the Community through Collaborative Partnerships Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School (enr. 520) will provide an overview of project based learning and the unique way in which community service is integrated into the curricula to provide hands on, experiential application of skills and knowledge to community identified concerns in realworld contexts while minimizing the cost of materials to the school district.

Presenters: Robert Dutch, Superintendent, Thomas Corriveau, Board Member, Elizabeth Magauran, Board Member, Julie Wing, Board Member, Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Discover what it takes to have a high quality, professional superintendent search process. You will learn practical dos and don’ts of conducting a search, issues to consider in planning your search, how to engage stakeholders without ceding your authority for decision-making and how to ease the transition once a leader is appointed.

Presenters: Susan Salter, Director of Leadership Development, Alabama Association of School Boards; Thomas Leahy, Consultant, Illinois Association of School Boards; Allison Schaefer, Director of Policy/ Legal Services, North Carolina School Boards Association

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: The Basics of Financial Oversight Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Oversight of school district financial matters is an essential board responsibility, one that all board members must develop an appropriate level of understanding about. Increased public and regulatory scrutiny during difficult economic times demands that boards develop strategies that allow them to fulfill their oversight responsibility without micromanaging.

Presenter: Kathy Winecoff, Field Services Representative, New Jersey School Boards Association

8:30 AM—9:45 AM

SPECIAL SESSION The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) & More

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law December of 2015 and reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Find out how this new law will impact your school district in areas such as local governance, teacher training and professional development, targeted intervention and authorization of federal funding. Discover how school boards can impact the implementation process to ensure that they receive what is best for their district.

Presenters: Lucy Gettman, Deputy Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, Kim Richey, Senior Government Relations Counsel, Deborah Rigsby, Director, Federal Legislation, Amirah Salaam, Government Relations Counsel, and Michael C. Zola, Esq., Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, National School Boards Association

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

124 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM The Newly Designed March2Success Website Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 March2Success is a free online test-prep tool that provides materials, videos and competency building in verbal, math and science to help high school students prepare for state required exams and college entrance tests, including SAT and ACT. This session will take you through the recently revamped site, which aims to improve high school competency and college readiness through individualized instruction with self-paced lessons, timed practice tests and interactive game challenges. The tool offers study skills, sample tests and information about the college admission process and financial aid resources.

Presenter: Tony Castillo, Chief, Education Division, U.S. Army Recruiting Command, U.S. Army

8:30 AM—9:45 AM The What Works Clearinghouse: Synthesizing Rigorous Research for Education Decision-Makers Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Top Tech Trends for 2016 Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network.

Join the Center for Digital Education and leaders from the top-ranked districts to compare the 2015 Digital District Survey findings with those in your own district in this highly interactive session.

Presenter: Kecia Ray, Executive Director, Center for Digital Education

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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The What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) provides educators and policymakers with a free synthesis of the scientific evidence on what works in education. Participants will learn about the WWC’s systematic review process to identify all rigorous research on an educational issue, the multitude of free resources on our website, and how these resources support the work of school boards. The presenter will highlight reports on issues such as teacher effectiveness and math instruction.

Presenter: M. C. Bradley, Mathematica Policy Research

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B

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WATCH D.O.G.S.® is an innovative program focusing on education and safety in schools by using the positive influence of fathers and father-figures to provide an unobtrusive fathering presence, and a positive and active role-model for students. Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers and uncles are asked to spend at least one day volunteering.

Presenter: Eric Snow, Executive Director, WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students)

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NSBA CELEBRATES 2016 “20 to Watch”

These education leaders from across the country are being recognized for their ability to inspire colleagues to incorporate innovative technology solutions that contribute to high-quality learning environments and more efficient school district operations.

Amanda Stone

Katie Chirhart

Stephen Carr

Luke Wittum

Assistant Principal Trace Crossings Elementary School, Hoover City Schools, Alabama Chief Technology Officer Ventura County Office of Education, California

Adam Welcome

Principal San Ramón Valley Unified School District, California

Jon Corippo

Director of Academic Innovation CUE, California

Thomas C. Murray

iPad Lab Teacher Shreve Island Elementary, Caddo Parish School Board, Louisiana Assistant Superintendent— Technology and Media Services Genesee Intermediate School District, Michigan

Patricia Brown

Technology Integration Coach Old Bonhomme Elementary School, Ladue School District, Missouri

Regina Schaffer

Instructional Technology Specialist Middletown Township School District, New Jersey

State and District Digital Learning Director, Future Ready Schools Alliance for Excellent Education, District of Columbia

Silvia Correa-Abbato

Joanna Beck

English Teacher/Technology Capstone Coach Ossining High School, Ossining Union Free School District, New York

Teacher Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School, Clarke County School District, Georgia

Phil Hintz

Director of Technology Gurnee School District 56, Illinois

Christopher Hull

Teacher Elm Place Middle School, North Shore School District 112 IL & Co-Founder of Otus, Illinois

Leslie Pralle Keehn

Instructional Technology Consultant Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency, Iowa

Josh Stock

English Language Arts Teacher Santa Fe Trail Middle School, Olathe Unified School District, Kansas

Superintendent of Schools Union City School District, New Jersey

Adam Schoenbart

James Lanier

Coordinator of Secondary Digital Learning Johnston County Schools, North Carolina

Matthew Miller

Superintendent Mentor Public Schools, Ohio

Dr. Bryan E. O’Black

Assistant Superintendent of Schools Shaler Area School District, Pennsylvania

Rafranz Davis

Executive Director of Professional and Digital Learning Lufkin Independent School District, Texas

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:30 AM

SECOND GENERAL SESSION Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall B

In her latest memoir, Everybody’s Got Something, Roberts tells the amazing story of her battle against a life-threatening illness, the life lessons she continues to learn, and her inspiring return to the GMA anchor desk.

Robin Roberts Speaker

SUNDAY

Pre-Curtain Event:

Meet your State Association Presidents Your Host this Morning: Miranda A. Beard, President-Elect of the National School Boards Association and member, Laurel (MS) School District Beard

Special Presentation of the Magna Awards NSBA at your Service: John D. Tuttle, President of the National School Boards Association and member, Kellyville (OK) Public Schools

Musical Performance: Tuttle

Campbell County High School Harmony, Campbell County High School, Gillette, WY; L. Marie Dickey, CCHS Choral Director

The Major Address: Robin Roberts, Co-Host, Good Morning America

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—2:00 PM

MEAL EVENT Educational Technology Leadership Luncheon: From Improbable to Unstoppable Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB

12:00 PM—2:00 PM

MEAL EVENT National Black Council of School Board Members Luncheon Westin Boston Waterfront, Grand Ballroom Sponsored by: Army, Booth 547 An internationally known motivational speaker, trainer, certified youth and family life coach and consultant, Dr. Lonise Bias brings a message of hope to inspire and motivate individuals and organizations that provide services to our nation’s greatest natural resources—our youth. She is a community activist addressing topics dealing with the declining social health within schools, bullying, gangs, and violence.

This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in Bias addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Presenter: Dr. Lonise Bias, Motivational Speaker, trainer, certified youth and family life coach consultant

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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Sponsored by: Follett, Booth 1252 Hosted by NSBA Technology Leadership Network Join Arizona educator Fredi Lajvardi as he shares the story about his diverse team of students who were the real-world inspiration for the movie Spare Parts. Against all odds, they won a national underwater robotics competition, where they not only proved their skills and ability to compete at that level, but they placed first, defeating universities, including MIT. Underwater Dreams, a documentary about Lajvardi’s program, was Lajvardi selected by President Obama for a White House screening in 2015 as part of its National Robotics Week to draw attention to STEM education for underserved students.

This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Presenter: Fredi Lajvardi, Educator

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 5 A Closer Look at Farm to Plate: Aramark and FarmLogix Partner for a Purpose Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A FarmLogix—the largest farm to school entity in the U.S.—connects local farmers to school districts and students to expand local economies and nutritional choices. See how FarmLogix and Aramark Education are collaborating on innovative, farm-to-plate programs in K–12 districts throughout the country. Learn about the unique nutrition education initiatives, marketing programs, seamless logistics and reporting tools that can be leveraged for a farm-to-plate solution in your district, regardless of size.

Presenter: Linda Mallers, CEO, FarmLogix, LLC

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 3 District Deployments of Online Learning

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A School districts across the nation have deployed online learning systems to meet a variety of challenges and to improve student outcomes. In this session, attendees will learn about various deployment scenarios and best practices for the implementation of online and blended learning programs. This session, one of three on the topic, will feature accounts from various school district officials regarding their deployments and lessons learned. Attendees will leave with an understanding of what a successful online learning deployment might look like and be able to apply concepts and ideas to their own implementation planning.

Presenter: Jon Thomas, Senior Trainer, Acellus—International Academy of Science

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Managing In-House Custodial Teams for Top Performance Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A With over 100 years of custodial experience, ABM has unique insights on how to build and manage efficient custodial programs. Although we specialize in providing facilities services to K12 schools, ABM Education Services will teach attendees how to effectively manage their in house custodial programs by focusing on three key areas: Staffing: How to recruit, retain, and manage for quality results; Cleaning: What are the right chemicals for the right job?; Worker’s Compensation: Can safety programs lower costs?

Presenters: Mike Evatt, Business Development Director, Diane Coleman, Business Development Director, ABM Education Services

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 4 The Power of Partnership: Providing a Quality Extended Learning Experience Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Participants will explore the components of academically-focused extended-day programs that can improve student engagement and overall academic performance while not impacting school budgets and increasing revenue. Study Hall will emphasize discussions regarding how such a program— provided in close cooperation with teachers and administrators—could positively impact specific school and district goals, helping to close the achievement gap and changing children’s lives.

Presenter: Kim Jennings, VP of Partnership Development, Springboard Education in America

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 6 Student Musical Performance Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A

12:00 PM—12:30 PM

STUDY HALL 1 Why Most School Surveys Suck—And Yours Don’t Have To Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Every school district surveys its school community, but not all school surveys are created equal. The hard truth is that most school surveys really suck. What’s the point of collecting all that information if the results aren’t valid, or if you have no idea how to use it? This session will highlight three keys to building the perfect school survey. Learn how asking the right questions builds trust within your school community. Unlock the power of data-based decision-making in minutes. And walk away with the expert advice, practical guidance, and confidence you need to turn your next school survey into a bonafide difference maker for your school district.

Presenters: Dr. Stephan Knobloch, Kaitlyn Rediger, K12 Insight

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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The NAMM Foundation-sponsored student performers exemplify the many benefits of a high quality education that includes music and the arts. NSBA conference attendees, please join us for an up-close and personal performance by the General Session groups and an informal meet and greet opportunity afterwards.

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 6 A Comprehensive Approach to Accountability Begins with Resource Management Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A This session will show you how resource management makes it easy to assign and deploy a district’s resources, including assigning and deploying the number of digital instructional materials directly to students based on their class schedule. Through discussion and PowerPoint slides, you’ll learn how managing resources effectively, with a top-down approach, also opens the door to aligning educational resources with district goals and being able to correlate learning resources with results.

Presenter: Bruce Hamilton, Program Director, Destiny Resource Manager, Follett School Solutions

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 1 District Deployments of Online Learning

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A School districts across the nation have deployed online learning systems to meet a variety of challenges and to improve student outcomes. In this session, attendees will learn about various deployment scenarios and best practices for the implementation of online and blended learning programs. This session, one of three on the topic, will feature accounts from various school district officials regarding their deployments and lessons learned. Attendees will leave with an understanding of what a successful online learning deployment might look like and be able to apply concepts and ideas to their own implementation planning.

Presenter: Jon Thomas, Senior Trainer, Acellus—International Academy of Science

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 5 Getting the Votes You Need to Win Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Good schools and a tri-fold brochure are no longer enough to win at the polls in an age where families are tightening their belts, public confidence in publicly funded institutions is at historic lows, and anti-tax sentiment has never been higher. Learn how effective planning, voter targeting, community involvement, and a healthy mix of campaign strategies can earn you the voter confidence you need to win a bond or millage election. BONUS! Session content may apply to school board re-election campaigns.

Presenter: Scott Milder, Director of Election Services, Stantec

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Measuring Capital Volatility and Effects on Budget Integrity Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A School districts have been facing unprecedented pressure on their capital budgeting process in the last decade and with borrowing at a 15 year low aging equipment has caused increasing deferred maintenance inventories leading to uncontrollable capital spending volatility. This session will discuss a process that establishes a Capital Volatility Index which measures the difference between what a district is forecasting to spend on capital improvements versus what is needed to address all deferred maintenance needs. The outcome of an analysis will identify a prioritized plan for equipment replacements versus improved maintenance along with a funding plan that does not require tax increases. The presenters will demonstrate to the attendees a process that evaluates all building assets for both their remaining useful and current operation. This evaluation is contained within ABM’s Capital Volatility Analysis tool which produces a report on the financial and technical condition of the client’s inventory of buildings. The goal is to produce both an actionable and fundable plan to decrease unexpected expenses that continually wreak havoc on the capital planning process.

Presenters: Mark Turner, Regional Director, Jeff Buennemeyer, Vice President, Strategic Development, ABM Building and Energy Solutions

SUNDAY

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 4 The Power of Partnership: Providing a Quality Extended Learning Experience Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Participants will explore the components of academically-focused extended-day programs that can improve student engagement and overall academic performance while not impacting school budgets and increasing revenue. The presenter will emphasize discussions regarding how such a program— provided in close cooperation with teachers and administrators—could positively impact specific school and district goals, helping to close the achievement gap and changing children’s lives.

Presenter: Kim Jennings, VP of Partnership Development, Springboard Education in America

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 7

SUNDAY

Put Money Back in Your Classroom—Finding the Hidden Revenue in Your Pharmacy Benefit Find out why it’s important to understand how pharmacy benefits really work, the role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers, and how to maximize your plan’s savings. Discover hidden revenue that can be used to fund the programs and services that are important to your teachers, students and parents.

Presenter: Jeffery Hall, Senior Vice President, Pharmacy Services, National School Board Association

12:45 PM—1:15 PM

STUDY HALL 3 School Buildings with “Brains”: Smart School Buildings Drive Student Achievement, Provide Safe and Comfortable Learning Environments AND Reduce Operating Costs Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Today it takes more than dedicated teachers and an outstanding curriculum to deliver a positive learning experience. Today it takes technology to create superior academic environments that are safe, comfortable, and state-of-the-art. Technology can also help school leaders to reduce operating costs, increase productivities, and drive energy efficiency. Learn why a single unified, intelligent IT network for all building, business and classroom systems provides the lowest life cycle cost solution for your district. Learn how to plan, implement and finance simple building integration solutions for upcoming construction and renovation projects. We will help you put the technology puzzle pieces together.

Presenters: Michael Mann, Director Marketing & Strategy, Building Wide Systems Integration, Gwenn McDaniel, K–12 Vertical Market Director, Johnson Controls

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Aboriginal Education: A Canadian Priority Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 The education of and about Aboriginal people in Canada is a key priority of the Canadian School Boards Association. Our boards across the country are trying to repair bridges, rebuild trust and close the gap that was once so apparent in our schools. Listen to experts speak to various programs that have proven successful and how we are moving forward as a country to accept a difficult past and embrace a hopeful future for all Canadian children.

Presenters: Darren McKee, Executive Director, Saskatchewan School Board Association, Peter Garrow, Chair, Aboriginal Education Council of Ontario, Janet Foord, President, Canada School Boards Association

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Acellus Best Practices: Designed to Achieve Better Test Scores and Improve Student Attitudes Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Behind the Curtain: Tackling the Myths and Mysteries of the Superintendent Position Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B This down-to-earth practical session is a guide for Board members and Superintendents to understand the pitfalls associated with upper management. The Springfield School District (enr. 3,909) explains the complex issues of power, control, and motivation which has a direct result on the organization. The hope is that Boards and Superintendents will better face the challenges of common and complex issues together. This session will offer a road map to help the Board/Superintendent relationship, which is absolutely critical when it comes to the success of a school district.

Presenters: James Capolupo, Associate Dean, West Chester University; Anthony Barber, Director of Teaching and Learning, Springfield School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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This session will bring together school administrative personal that have achieved recognizable success in the deployment of technology in blended learning environments. Each participant will share their experiences, the results achieved, and potential problems to watch out for when launching similar programs. All of the material will be presented in a format designed to be useful to School Board Members charged with effectively injecting technology into their Districts.

Presenter: Dr. Roger Billings, Chairman, Acellus

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Building Supportive Communities with Both the Haves and Have Nots Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB In the U.S., more children are coming from poor households and resourced households have fewer school age children. If school boards are going to keep their school district economically viable, they will need to rethink their community and how they keep them involved, particularly since fewer adults in poverty vote. This session will identify an approach for a community to involve both resourced and under-resourced adults to have more community support. Board members will have a more cohesive community, greater parental involvement and support.

Presenter: Ruby Payne, President, aha! Process, Inc.

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Conditions for Learning: Using Big Data to Assess the Conditions that Students Need to Learn and Schools Need to Be Successful

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A This session will describe the role and use of data collection and analysis as well as the use of a suite of assessment tools for documenting the conditions in schools and classrooms most closely related to academic achievement and other important school outcomes. We will share research evidence that validates both the conditions and the tools to assess them.

Presenter: Richard West, CEO, Tetra Analytix, LLC

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Democracy, Community and a Vision for Public Education Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C Historic Boston, home of the first public school, is the perfect setting to join other school board members to consider the history and purpose of public education, the unique role that school boards can fill within our system of public education through community engagement, and an optimistic vision for 21st century public education. You will leave this session with a renewed sense of purpose and commitment to your critical school board work.

Presenters: Cathy Talbert, Associate Executive Director, Roger Eddy, Executive Director, Angela Peifer, Board Development Consultant, Illinois Association of School Boards

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Developing Leadership Across an Organization Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B Hear how North Kansas City Schools (enr. 19,000) developed a Superintendent’s Leadership Institute, a Support Staff Leadership Institute, and a Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council as opportunities for growth and development. Understand rigorous selection processes used to select educators, staff members and students who want to experience best practices, gain insight into administrative procedures and processes, and develop leadership skills for successful career paths. Come learn how to grow your own!

Presenters: Daniel Clemens, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services, Tammy Henderson, Chief Communications & Community Affairs Officer, Terry Ward, Board Member, North Kansas City Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Digital Conversion for Equity, Excellence and Every Child, Every Day! Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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The Mooresville Graded School District in Mooresville, North Carolina, has been recognized as a national leader with its Digital Conversion. The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and CNNMoney have all noted MGSD as a model in leveraging digital resources to improve student achievement.

Dr. Mark Edwards, MGSD Superintendent and the 2013 AASA National Superintendent of the Year, has authored two books: the national best seller Every Child, Every Day and the recently released Thank You For Your Leadership. Dr. Edwards will draw from his work to inform and inspire school board and other leaders in this session. In addition to his writings, he will use work from a new book that he and renowned leader Michael Fullan are co-authoring titled Unstoppable Momentum to illustrate that transformation is all about focusing on culture, pedagogical progress, and everyone growing and learning together. Scholastic Administrator called MGSD the “Best School District in America” and thousand of educators have traveled to Mooresville to learn from their success. This session will provide exciting and clear direction that every school district can utilize to forge its work for every child!

Presenter: Mark Edwards, Superintendent, Mooresville Graded School District

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Engaging Every Family: Five Simple Principles Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Families are the first and most influential teachers of their children, yet many remain disengaged and disenfranchised from their children’s learning. Join the nation’s leading practitioner in family engagement and practicing superintendent, Dr. Steve Constantino as he shares the “Five Simple Principles” to engage every family. Dr. Constantino will share practical tips and advice as to how any school can increase the engagement of families to produce better student learning outcomes for all and how board members can be a catalyst for change.

Presenter: Steven Constantino, President, The Constantino Group

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Governmental Accounting Standards Board Update: What School Board Members Need to Know

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 David A. Vaudt, chair of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) will provide an overview of key efforts the Board is focused on that impact the difficult policy and financial decisions school board members must make. He will address recent guidance for “retirement suite” benefits (pension and other postemployment benefits (“OPEB”) that school districts provide to their employees) and government investment pools. Mr. Vaudt will also discuss developments in the GASB’s work to retool the financial reporting model used by school districts.

Presenter: David Vaudt, Chair, Governmental Accounting Standards Board

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Immigration and Education: What Schools Need to Know about the Laws Regarding New Citizens, Non-Citizens, and English Language Learners Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B Public schools are dedicated to providing ALL students with a quality education. In this session, school law attorneys with experience in providing legal counsel to schools with large immigrant populations will provide an overview of immigration-related school law issues, including legal rights of documented and undocumented immigrant students; legal rights of non-English speaking parents and students; laws regarding migrant and high-mobility populations; immigration and homelessness; ESL programming mandates; and more.

Presenter: Erin Gilsbach, Esq., Director of Professional Education and Policy Development, King Spry Herman Freund & Faul

Advocacy

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138 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM JROTC and Your Schools: Exploring the Impact of the Citizenship Program in Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B This session will explore how the JROTC Program is a collaborative course that enhances student’s school experience.

Presenters: Greta Medford, Chief, Education Division—JROTC; Preston Barlow, Chief, Education and Curriculum, U.S. Army Cadet Command/JROTC

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Labor/Management Collaboration and its Impact on Teacher Evaluation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Responding to the passage of a state law requiring districts to develop a teacher evaluation and peer review process (a.k.a. Teacher Development and Evaluation (TDE)) for probationary and continuing contract teachers, the Minnesota School Boards Association and Education Minnesota (the state teachers’ union) partnered to develop and present joint, state-wide TDE training. Both organizations agreed TDE plans should be implemented with an eye toward efficiency and elimination of duplicated efforts. Come learn how the two organizations worked together for the benefit of their respective members.

Presenters: Amy Fullenkamp-Taylor, Associate Director of Management Services, Gary Lee, Director of Member Services, Minnesota School Boards Association; Jodi Olson, Issues Specialist, Education Minnesota

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Learning in a School that Never Closes—Self-Paced Personalized Learning from Anywhere, Anytime, with No Restrictions Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A Imagine a school setting where all students have the most advanced technology and are using it to learn in the manner that best suits their individual learning styles. Imagine a school where students grow and learn outside the socially accepted norm of the traditional school day, thus expanding the window of learning that is accessible 24/7/365. Imagine a school where students are placed at their highest level of learning based upon their individual abilities, not their chronological age. Learn from Taylor County School District (enr. 2,643) that and more!

Presenter: Roger Cook, Superintendent, Taylor County School District

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Navigating Transgender Student Issues: A Legal Guide for School Districts

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 Join NSBA Council of School Attorneys Director Sonja Trainor, Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network Executive Director Eliza Byard and Christian Educators Association Executive Director Finn Laurson, for an engaging session on one of the more pressing issues facing school districts today. Be the first to access NSBA, GLSEN and CEA’s joint guide on navigating issues around transgender students, featuring easy to understand FAQs, on everything from dealing with federal government demands to the importance of working with your community to ensuring student welfare.

Presenters: Sonja Trainor, Director COSA, National School Boards Association; Finn Laurson, Executive Director, Christian Educators Association; Eliza Byard, Executive Director, Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Oh No, Not Another Controversy! Dealing with the Inevitable Sensitive and Controversial Issues in the Life of a School System Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B School boards often communicate with communities about sensitive or controversial issues. How do school board members deal with issues that illicit strong opinion and can be divisive? These issues run the gamut from potential school closures to a new updated sexual health curriculum, controversial books or attempts to mitigate gender violence. The Toronto District School Board (enr. 260,000), the largest school board in Canada, is no stranger to controversies. Come and learn from our successes and failures.

Presenters: Shelley Laskin, Member-Trustee, Kathleen Garner, Superintendent of Education, Gerri Gershon, Member-Trustee, Toronto District School Board

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

140 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

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New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Partnerships for Success—Addressing Significant Student Behaviors Using a Collaborative Model between the Public School and the Private Provider Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103 Lincoln Public Schools (enr. 36,485) has entered into a unique partnership with the Success Schools Model to provide quality programming options for students with significant behavioral needs. Our partners are working with LPS staff members to implement the new model with fidelity and provide ongoing staff development opportunities that lead to successful transitions back to the regular school environment. Presenters will describe the model, identify key elements of success, and allow participants to hear the stories from students, teachers, and parents.

Presenters: Jane Stavem, Associate Superintendent for Instruction, Kathy Danek, Board Vice President, Connie Duncan, Board Member, Lincoln Public Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Put Money Back in Your Classroom—Finding the Hidden Revenue in Your Pharmacy Benefit Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Putting the Puzzle Pieces Together: How a Robust Strategic Planning Process Supports the Key Work of School Boards and Achieves Results Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C The new Key Work of School Boards has eight key components that support student achievement.

Learn the elements of a comprehensive strategic planning process that supports all eight elements critical to student success as identified in the Key Work of School Boards. You’ll see how the Pewaukee School District (enr. 2,822) has used the strategic planning process as the foundation for its commitment to continuous improvement and has seen improved student achievement results.

Presenters: JoAnn Sternke, Superintendent, Brian Kammers, Board Vice President, James Huismann, Board President, Pewaukee School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Find out why it’s important to understand how pharmacy benefits really work, the role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers, and how to maximize your plan’s savings. Discover hidden revenue that can be used to fund the programs and services that are important to your teachers, students and parents.

Presenter: LaShai Payne, Vice President, Pharmacy Services, National School Board Association

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Rethinking Computer Science: What the Future Holds Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA Technology Leadership Network Computing is used as a tool to better our world from robotics that aid the disabled to the Internet of Things (IOT) and its many conveniences. This panel dispels old myths about the field of computer science and examines national efforts underway to raise awareness, engage students, provide new curricular resources, and change state requirements.

Presenters: Mark Nelson, Executive Director, Computer Science Teachers Association; Betsey Hargrove, Principal, Avondale School District; Doug Lloyd, Senior Preceptor in Computer Science, Harvard University

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Student Discipline, OCR Compliance Investigations and Alternatives to Out of School Suspension

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C Are your district’s policies and practices resulting in disproportionate number of suspensions to students of color? Are there alternatives to suspensions that will serve both the perpetrator and victim of student misconduct, and be consistent with your goals and policies? Come learn best practices regarding intervention based on restorative justice, and practical advice for responding to compliance investigations. Recommendations for alternative interventions based upon the principles of restorative justice will be covered along with OCR’s Dear Colleague Letter, compliance investigations and resolution agreements.

Presenters: Robert Cohen, Esq., Partner, Douglas Libby, Counsel, Lamb & Barnosky, LLP

1:30 PM—2:45 PM Ten Best Practices to Avoid Liability Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Board of education members are often faced with many challenging issues which could lead to your board of education becoming part of a lawsuit. This session will explore the common legal pitfalls boards of education face, the best ways to deal with them when they occur, and most importantly the best ways to avoid them.

Presenters: Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel, Robert Rader, Executive Director, Rebecca Adams, Senior Staff Attorney, Connecticut Association of Boards of Education

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

142 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM The Country’s Urgent Need for Better K–12 College and Career Counseling NOW Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 Audience members will understand national jobs distribution data to help better educate families and students about college and career decisions at an earlier age. They will understand the economic problems facing college graduates because of inadequate education about career paths including the economics of debt to potential earning power in a career. Attendees will hear about Maine Township High School District 207’s (enr. 6,835) College and Career Counseling model that works to help students pick the right career and finish school at a lower cost and in less time. Through a variety of strategies that stretch across the curriculum, the district is working to find the intersection of student passion, talent and interest in helping choose better college and career paths through more informed counseling that is informed by real-time data.

Presenter: Ken Wallace, Superintendent, Maine Township High School District 207

1:30 PM—2:45 PM

SPECIAL SESSION The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) & More Hosted by NSBA National Connection The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed into law December of 2015 and reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Find out how this new law will impact your school district in areas such as local governance, teacher training and professional development, targeted intervention and authorization of federal funding. Discover how school boards can impact the implementation process to ensure that they receive what is best for their district. (An extended Q&A session with the presenters will be held in the National Connection room immediately following this session.)

Presenters: Lucy Gettman, Deputy Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, Kim Richey, Senior Government Relations Counsel, Deborah Rigsby, Director, Federal Legislation, Amirah Salaam, Government Relations Counsel, and Michael C. Zola, Esq., Associate Executive Director, Federal Advocacy, National School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM The Public Education Top 10 Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154 NSBA’s Center for Public Education is celebrating 10 years of providing practical research and analysis on the issues important to school leaders and their communities. To mark the occasion, the CPE team has compiled their list of the Top 10 developments and accomplishments in public education over the last decade. Hear CPE director Patte Barth as she counts down to number 1.

Presenter: Patte Barth, Director, Center for Public Education, National School Boards Association

1:30 PM—2:45 PM The Three R’s of Classroom Management: Relationships, Responsibility, and Respect

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 You may have mastered the subject which you teach. But have you mastered the classroom environment in which you teach it? Education which transforms our world starts with building school communities which transform our students. Combining the best insights from multidimensional research and extensive praxis, this presentation offers a unique approach to classroom management seen through the eyes of both the teacher and the student.

Porter & Batiste Presenters: Donna Porter, Educator, Picayune Memorial High School; Dwayne ‘DJ’ Batiste, Inspirational Student Speaker

1:30 PM—2:45 PM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: Understanding Effective Governance Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB How do you effectively govern on a school board? What are the roles and responsibilities of the board and how do they differ from the roles and responsibilities of the superintendent? Come learn the basics of effective governance based on foundations and principles. And find out why it’s important to think about neon signs and light bulbs!

Presenter: Barbara Toney, Director, Field Services, Illinois Association of School Boards

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

144 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 1:30 PM—2:45 PM Want Your Schools to Succeed? Focus on the Only Relationship that Matters Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255 You dream of forging strong, productive relationships with your district superintendent. But those bonds don’t form overnight. Like a marriage, they take work--and, often, fierce conversations.

Collaborative decision-making and fractured dysfunction is often the difference between success and failure in schools. Are you really prepared to trot out the same tired, do-nothing excuses? Or, are you ready to move that conversation forward? Join one of the nation’s most respected urban school leaders as he reveals the secret to safeguarding respectful, productive and lasting relationships, one school board member at a time.

Presenter: Emmanuel Caulk, Superintendent, Fayette County Schools

1:30 PM—2:45 PM What You Need to Know about the Office for Civil Rights Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A

1:30 PM—2:45 PM When George Wants to Be Called Jane: Gender Identity Issues among Students and School Employees Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB Students and employees are increasingly approaching school districts with requests to honor their shifting gender identity. Presenters will discuss, among other topics, how a district should respond to requests regarding a name change, using a different bathroom/locker room, using medical leave for gender reassignment surgery, and harassment concerns. Presenters will highlight the differences between responding to students and employees. Attendees will leave with model policies and procedure checklists to address issues in their district.

Presenters: Jessica Heiser, Attorney, Andrew Manna, Attorney, Seamus Boyce, Partner, Church Church Hittle & Antrim

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Veteran education lawyer John W. Borkowski will bring board members up to date on the latest civil rights enforcement efforts from the federal government through the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”). What is OCR’s most recent guidance? Where is its current emphasis? Learn what you need to know to make sure that your district stays ahead the curve.

Presenters: John Borkowski, Partner, Elizabeth Samples, Attorney, Husch Blackwell, LLP

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 2:00 PM—5:30 PM

SITE VISIT Civic Engagement through Innovation—The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate & John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

This interactive visit introduces the virtual resources your district can access through the new EMK Institute dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities. Participants will also have time to visit the adjacent John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum where historical materials related to President Kennedy, his times, and the ideals he championed are on display.

Please arrive by 1:45 PM. Bus departs promptly at 2:00 PM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0.

2:00 PM—6:00 PM

SITE VISIT SUNDAY

Experience the Past; Explore the Future—Harvard University Walking Tour & Briefing This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Blend past and future with a walking tour through Harvard Yard after a briefing from fellows at the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University on the hottest issues in educational technologies and student privacy. Please dress appropriately for an outdoor walk.

Please arrive by 1:45 PM. Bus departs promptly at 2:00 PM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0.

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

146 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:15 PM—5:00 PM

COUNCIL OF URBAN BOARDS OF EDUCATION (CUBE) Where Does Your 2016 Presidential Candidate Stand Regarding Urban Education?

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC Sponsored by: Advance Path Academics This sessions is for CUBE registrants only—pre-regsitration and additional fee is required.

Nearly 11 million students attend urban schools in America. While countless urban students are quite successful, many urban students face challenges which their suburban counterparts do not. For example, more than half of the students attending these schools live in poverty and urban schools also tend to have greater concentration of students who have challenges with the English language. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that national leaders dialogue with local leaders in urban education with regard to these challenges. If we are to “turn the page” on these unique urban challenges, our national and local leaders must be “on the same page.”

Join the dialogue regarding urban education and where your 2016 Presidential Candidate stands before the election.

STUDY HALL 6 A Comprehensive Approach to Accountability Begins with Resource Management Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A This session will show you how resource management makes it easy to assign and deploy a district’s resources, including assigning and deploying the number of digital instructional materials directly to students based on their class schedule. Through discussion and PowerPoint slides, you’ll learn how managing resources effectively, with a top-down approach, also opens the door to aligning educational resources with district goals and being able to correlate learning resources with results.

Presenter: Bruce Hamilton, Program Director, Destiny Resource Manager, Follett School Solutions

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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3:00 PM—3:30 PM

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 4 Calculating Your Total Cost of Ownership Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Propane autogas has lowered operating and maintenance costs for over 500 school districts nationwide. Join us as we walk through calculating the total cost of ownership of diesel and propane school buses, and demonstrate potential savings with propane autogas. Pat Mitchell, Mobile County Schools’ transportation director, will also walk through the savings his buses are returning using alternative fuels. By the end of the session, you will understand how propane autogas can help your school bus fleet and whether alternative fuels are right for you.

Presenters: Trey Jenkins, Vice President, Alternative Fuels, Blue Bird; Pat Mitchell, Transportation Director, Mobile County Schools

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 1 District Deployments of Online Learning

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A School districts across the nation have deployed online learning systems to meet a variety of challenges and to improve student outcomes. In this session, attendees will learn about various deployment scenarios and best practices for the implementation of online and blended learning programs. This session, one of three on the topic, will feature accounts from various school district officials regarding their deployments and lessons learned. Attendees will leave with an understanding of what a successful online learning deployment might look like and be able to apply concepts and ideas to their own implementation planning.

Presenter: Jon Thomas, Senior Trainer, Acellus—International Academy of Science

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 5 Improved Climates for Improved Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A When planning your next school, how much consideration will you give to the building’s climate?

Student and teacher performance can be greatly impacted by the environment and the climates that we create. Learn four key components that you should consider when designing your next school to create an environment where students and teachers can be their best.

Presenters: Tom Oehler, Senior Principal, Laura Sachtleben, Senior Associate, Stantec

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

148 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 2 Projection Technology in the Classroom

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A Learn how projection technology in the classroom engages students through collaborative learning from iPads and tablets. Deep emersion in the curriculum content and the ability to actively participate with teachers and other students via the projector’s interactive technology gives students of all ages a learning advantage. At a fraction of the cost of flat panels, Optoma can provide any school with all its projection needs.

Presenters: Denise Rhatigan, Sales Manager, Kathleen Paulus, Marketing Manager, Optoma

3:00 PM—3:30 PM

STUDY HALL 3 What Every District Leader Should Know About K–12 Security Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall A

3:45 PM—5:00 PM 10 Strategies Proven to Inspire & Engage EVERY Student Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154 Want to engage every student? This session will demonstrate 10 strategies proven effective at building resilience, strengthening relationships, grabbing attention, and inspiring every student. These strategies have helped over 2 million students gain social and emotional skills in 20,000 K–12 schools and organizations worldwide.

Presenter: Christian Moore, LCSW & Founder, WhyTry

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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K–12 security needs and challenges are rapidly changing, becoming more complex and requiring greater collaboration across multiple agencies. Updating security measures can be overwhelming and confusing. Where do you start? Step one is to establish a District Emergency Management Plan backed by detailed policies and procedures to ensure the plan’s success. This study hall will provide updated data about legislative requirements, potential liabilities, and standard risk management recommendations that should be considered in your district’s Emergency Management Plan. Plus we will discuss types of incidents, outline different approaches to an active shooter, and share best practices. If you take away at least one new idea to drive security, then it was worth your time.

Presenters: Shamus O’Meara, Partner, O’Meara, Leer, Wagner & Kohl, P.A.; Gwenn McDaniel, K–12 Vertical Market Director, Johnson Controls

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Accommodating LGBT Students and Staff: Where is the Law Today and Where is it Heading?

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A This session will focus on the degree to which federal law is being interpreted to prohibit discrimination against students or staff based on their sexual orientation, gender identity or failure to conform to gender stereotypes. Explore with education lawyer John W. Borkowski what school districts must do to accommodate LGBT students and staff.

Presenters: John Borkowski, Partner, Elizabeth Samples, Attorney, Husch Blackwell, LLP

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Actively Engaging Your Business Community

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 105 The Conestoga Valley School District (enr. 4,461) will overview district efforts to engage our business community in the life of our schools, all of which culminated in a Reality Fair that was held for the first time in our area through the leadership of one of our corporate sponsors. With a gym filled with volunteers from the business community, we put our senior class through a real life simulation on personal finance. We will also showcase a corporate sponsorship program, Business Roundtable, and community Pre-K partnership.

Presenters: Gerald Huesken, Superintendent, Kelly Cartwright, Director of Elementary Education, Todd Shertzer, Board Member, John Smucker, Board Vice President, Daryl Stoltzfus, Board Member, Conestoga Valley School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Better Together: Leading the Transformation of Public Education Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB After years of being on the defense in the state legislature, a statewide team of leaders from the Vermont School Boards Association (VSBA) and the Vermont Superintendents Association (VSA) took matters into their own hands by establishing the Agenda for a World Class Education in Vermont. We will show the how to develop, promote and support a statewide transformation agenda for public education in your state. Come learn from our collaborative work how we leveraged major action locally, regionally, and statewide to improve the delivery of public education in Vermont.

Presenters: Nicole Mace, Executive Director, Emily Long, President, Vermont School Boards Association; Jeff Francis, Executive Director, Vermont Superintendents Association

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

150 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Beyond the Bounds of Homebound Instruction: Reaching Students with Online Instruction Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B This interactive workshop offers best practice and cost effective strategies for excellence in homebound instruction that positively impact student retention and graduation metrics. We will experiment with asynchronous and synchronous learning environments of authentic student critical discourse.

Objectives include integrating Web tools into teaching practices to cultivate a learning environment for creative, scholarly thinking and to effectively align edtech resources and CCSS. “BYOD” is highly recommended for full participation.

Presenter: Laura DeSena, President and Director of Online Education Programs, Innovations in Online Education, Inc.

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Blueprint for Change: Reaching Consensus on Later High School Start Times for Healthier Sleep Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104A

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Board Members Do Make a Difference: Using the Board Self-Evaluation to Support District Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A A Board Self Evaluation is a powerful tool for boards to use to analyze effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. The Missouri School Boards’ Self Evaluation is aligned to the governance practices of the Key Works of School Boards, the Iowa Lighthouse Study, and the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence. Come and learn how to implement a Board Self Evaluation tool to support quality leadership and establish board goals for continuous improvement.

Presenter: Janet Tilley, Director, Board Development, Missouri School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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School districts across the country have struggled to try to change high school start times that are too early in the day for the physical, mental and academic health of teen students. Fairfax County Public Schools (enr. 184,000) tried multiple times for over two decades to find a way to make the change but kept running into the same problems of bus schedules, sports schedules, myths about teens and overall resistance to major change. Find out how one large district finally succeeded and what you can do to create your own Blueprint for Change.

Presenters: Sandy Evans, Vice Chairman, Pat Hynes, Chairman, Fairfax County Public Schools

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Bringing The Key Work of School Boards to Life by Using the Baldrige Excellence Framework Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104B We all want our students and districts to be successful; that’s why we serve our schools as leaders.

Having a framework to guide our actions is vital for Board members and superintendents. The Stoughton Area School District (enr. 3,326) is combining the Baldrige Excellence Framework with the Key Work of School Boards as the ticket to success. Learn how to strengthen Board-Superintendent relationships by using strategies in the Baldrige Excellence Framework, made tangible in the newly revised Key Work of School Boards.

Presenters: Elizabeth Menzer, Board President, Stoughton Area School District; Larry Dux, Board Clerk, JoAnn Sternke, Superintendent, Pewaukee School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Busting Board Bullying

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205C A common problem in today’s diverse school board settings is adult bullying by individuals or groups (mobs). Indian Creek School District (enr. 761) will show you why/how adults bully and recognize/ employ strategies for those who are being bullied/mobbed, as well as for eliminating bullying/mobbing behaviors. They will also comprehend the individual and organizational ramifications of adult bullying/ mobbing that range from legal charges to detrimental effects on board member relationships, the community, the administration, and the district’s culture.

Presenters: Pamela Rockwood, Superintendent, Vaughn Boehne, Board President, Pamela Ottengheime, Board Secretary, Indian Creek School District #425

3:45 PM—5:00 PM College and Career Readiness for Success—Redefining High Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Red Clay Consolidated School District (enr. 16,000) will show the transformation of the school district’s 7 high school to become the state leader in college and career readiness leading the state the last four years in SAT, PSAT, AP scores and developing dual enrollment and IB course programs.

This transformation occurred with the collaboration of the district, school board and community. The district has two charter schools: CSW and DMA; two magnet schools: Conrad Schools of Science and Cab Calloway; three comprehensive schools: Dickinson, McKean and AI du Pont.

Presenter: Mervin Daugherty, Superintendent, Red Clay Consolidated School District

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

152 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Connecting and Engaging Students, Parents and Community Members Anytime, Anywhere Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B Eliminate the Achievement Gap? Practical ‘how to’ solution for parent engagement, child engagement and improvement of schools throughout the U.S. and abroad. We all know that the #1 way to increase your school’s performance is to get every single parent engaged in their child’s classroom and then harness them to positively brand your school! Parent and community engagement = Dramatic Positive Change in the Achievement Gap and Your District Positively Branded like a Top 10 Fortune 50 Company.

Districts need to tell the positive stories to the community everyday, not just when seeking new levies.

Learn how easy this is to implement for your district today and save the district time and money too!

Presenters: Kevin Donovan, President, Minnesota School Boards Association; Curt Carpenter, Principal, 276; Stacey DeCorsey, Principal, Excelsior Elementary, 276/Minnetonka School District; Dennis Peterson, Superintendent, ISD 276

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Connecting with Public Engagement Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Creating an Authentic STEAM Initiative Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A Lynbrook Union Free School District (enr. 2,834) created a multifaceted and interdisciplinary project including technology and art. By intertwining these disciplines, they were able to provide the patients of Saint Mary’s Children’s Hospital with customized assistive devices created through STEAM. This authentic and worthwhile STEAM project enabled their students to utilize a wide variety of references, including primary sources, direct observation, oral communication, and experimentation. Students learned how to investigate and design solutions to a specific problem. We will show you how!

Presenters: Melissa Burak, Superintendent, Michael Kunz, High School Art Teacher, Vincent Lentini, Chairperson for Technology, Fine Art, Computer Technology and Family and Consumer Science, Paul Rotstein, High School Technology Teacher, Lynbrook Union Free School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Hosted by NSBA National Connection In every community where school board members serve, an effective public engagement process must be in place to address the issues that WILL surface. Too often, the Board is in a reactive rather than proactive position…and in hindsight would have handled things differently. This session will introduce attendees to the Public Engagement Toolkit, which provides a step-by-step approach for any situation where the Board is engaging with its public.

Presenters: Mary Fertakis, Mark Bonjavanni, National Connection Consultants, National School Boards Association

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Hope(less) Is Not a Strategy: Dismantling Political Gridlock Without All-Out Compromise Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255 As a school board leader, you have a responsibility. Together with your fellow board members, you pledge to hold district leadership accountable for providing the best-possible learning environment for students. You do this ardently, without compromise. But how do you advance a vote when your board colleagues or, worse, your district superintendent, can’t agree on a plan that makes logical sense?

How do you dismantle gridlock and indecision without sacrificing your core principles? The answer might surprise you.

Presenter: Dana Bedden, Superintendent, Richmond City Schools

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Improving Advanced Placement Scores for All Students

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Attendees will see first hand how Prince William County Schools (enr. 83,551) effectively utilized the PSAT scores to dramatically increase student enrollment and effectiveness in Advanced Placement classes. For the second straight year, Prince William County was recognized by the College Board for Honor Roll Distinction, becoming a regional and state model for increasingly under represented groups and minorities. Almost 32% of Prince William students graduate having passed an advanced external assessment.

Presenter: Michael Mulgrew, Associate Superintendent for High Schools, Prince William County Schools

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Inspiring Creativity and Innovation in K–12 Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 The most important duties of Board members include hiring and evaluating the superintendent and approving a comprehensive accountability system for the district. What is often missing in evaluation and accountability is a commitment to creativity and innovation from the classroom to the boardroom. This presentation provides practical guidelines for board members for evaluation and accountability with innovation and creativity in mind.

Reeves Presenter: Douglas Reeves, Partner, Creative Leadership Solutions

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

154 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Leadership Matters—You Make the Difference in Student Achievement Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B This session will feature an overview of the latest research on the role of the school board in improving student achievement, including the eight traits of highly effective boards, and the five priorities of highly effective boards, including the practices and processes necessary to enable a board to truly focus on improving student achievement. Participants will take part in a visioning exercise and develop an annual calendar around goals, evaluations and monitoring data to better enable board to respond to the many changes on the education Presenters: Gwen Thornton, Field Service Representative, Charlene Zoerb, Field Service Representative, New Jersey School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Maximizing Student Success with Innovative Approaches to School Breakfast Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 103

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Meetings that Matter Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 104C Well planned and executed board meetings should showcase our expectations as a board and set the pace for the district to follow. In this interactive session we will discuss strategies to transform your board meetings into not only effective meetings, but meetings designed to drive student achievement and district success.

Presenters: Terri Lewis and Charlene Peterson, Field Service Representatives, New Jersey School Boards Association

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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To provide our students with the tools necessary to reach their full academic potential, we must cultivate a learning environment that approaches their needs holistically. Integrating breakfast as part of the school day diminishes the distractions of hunger and ensures that children start the day with this important, nutritious morning meal. Hear from a panel of school board members about how their boards have encouraged the adoption of alternative breakfast service models in order to foster better academic performance among students.

Presenters: Mieka Sanderson, Child Nutrition Policy Analyst, Food Research and Action Center; Peter Wright, Programs Officer, California School Boards Association; Rosalind Osgood, Board Vice Chair, Broward County School Board; Nancy Robbinson, Board Vice Chair, Orange County School Board

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Personal Leadership Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C

McGough

Throughout this interactive seminar, participants are challenged to look at three critical attributes of how individuals lead themselves. These include their time-management strategies, how they engage in interpersonal relationships, and how they take care of themselves. This seminar is designed for those seeking to expand and refine their level of personal leadership. The relationship between leadership, team participation, and organizational enhancement is the core theme of this seminar.

Presenter: Michael McGough, Leadership Consultant, M.R. McGough, LLC

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Right Sizing the Box to Maximize Return on Investment

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B School facilities require significant investment by our communities. And it seems that changes in teaching and learning require additional space to support 21st century initiatives such collaboration, project based learning, etc. However, a utilization study can identify opportunities to minimize the space required to support these initiatives, reducing construction cost and maximizing return on your investment.

Presenters: Mike Corb, Senior Associate, Amber Luther, Associate, Stantec; Mark Miller, Director, Network for Public Education, Co-chair Keystone State Education Coalition, Board Vice President, Centennial School District and President-Elect, Pennsylvania School Boards Association

3:45 PM—5:00 PM Social Media for Board Members Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Social Media presents both an opportunity and challenge for board members and school systems.

With the popularity of Facebook, Twitter, and others, it is vital you understand the doors they can open and the pitfalls to be avoided. In this session, we will discuss how, when, and why board members and school systems can use social media, and explore the policies that govern and impact their use.

Presenters: Sandi Barry, Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Stephen Bounds, Director of Legal & Policy Services, Maryland Association of Boards of Education

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

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156 NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

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New School Board Member Workshops

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Systems of Support: Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Student Populations Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A This session is sponsored by the National Caucus of American Indian/Alaska Native School Board Members.

The challenge of raising knowledgeable, responsible, and caring children is recognized by nearly everyone. Few realize, however, that each element of this challenge can be enhanced by thoughtful, sustained, and systematic attention to children’s social and emotional learning (SEL). Learn and explore how school board policies and coherent district strategies are essential to developing a school system that can meet the needs of all students.

Presenter: Carlos Torre, Board of Education Member, New Haven Public School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM The Data Diet—All You Need to Meet Your Goals! How School Boards Can Stick to Data-Informed Decisions by Avoiding Opinion-Driven Discussions Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251

3:45 PM—5:00 PM The Eight Traits of Conversation and Four Pillars of Literacy for Lifelong Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB Participants gain an understanding of highly effective learning strategies for all things literacy: Conversation to build and shape understanding (speaking and listening); Reading to make meaning (reading comprehension); Writing to communicate and express meaning (narrative and non-narrative); Presentation to inform, educate, and entertain (speaking). These fundamentals of literacy for lifelong learning are applicable for students as well as adults!

Presenter: Brian Kissman, President, Founder, and Consultant, LearnOnPoint, Inc.

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

Technology+ Learning Solutions

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Leadership transitions, politically-popular initiatives, and changing federal requirements can easily sabotage any school board’s best efforts to stick to a data-informed decision making process when determining how to maximize personnel, technology and facility resources. Learn how your school district can collect and use your own data to evaluate performance and identify trends, and how your school board can learn the discipline to ask the right questions before making resource decisions. Hear case studies on common hot-topic challenges.

Presenters: Joseph Jones, Director of Assessment and Accountability, Victoria Gehrt, Superintendent, Mark Stellini, Board Member, New Castle County Vocational Technical School District

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM The NEW Key Work of School Boards—An Overview Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB The Key Work of School Boards framework has been updated and improved. Come learn how this framework provides school board members with tools and information for improving their leadership skills and raising student achievement. Learn about the key action areas for school leaders and how to apply them to your own district.

Presenters: Kanisha Williams-Jones, Director, Leadership Services, National School Boards Association; Kathryn Blumsack, Director of Board Development, Maryland Association of Boards of Education

3:45 PM—5:00 PM The Power of Music: Why Schools Should Not Leave the Arts Behind

SUNDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C The arts have been an easy target for cuts in many states and school districts. However, studies show that keeping kids in the arts, especially music, helps districts increase test scores, increase funding, and produce students who have the 21st century skills necessary to be successful in their careers. Come hear both data-driven and anecdotal evidence of how participation in music has made a difference for students and schools, as well as personal accounts from district officials who have seen the positive impact of the arts.

Presenters: Rick Ghinelli, Educational Support Manager, Conn-Selmer, Inc.-Division of Education; Susan Borg, Associate Superintendent, Instruction & Student Services, Klein Independent School District; Rhonda Faust, President, Board of Trustees, Spring Independent School District; Rodney Watson, Superintendent, Spring Independent School District

3:45 PM—5:00 PM NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER BOOT CAMP: The Socially Ethical School Leader Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter offer new avenues for schools and school board members to connect with the public and constituents. But they also involve decisions as to ethical use by schools as well as school leaders. This clinic is designed to get attendees thinking about how to make use of social media with appropriate and practical approaches.

Presenter: Brad Hughes, Director/Member Support and Communications Services, Kentucky School Boards Association

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SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM Undocumented Students in Your District: Separating Myth From Reality Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 This session is sponsored by the National Hispanic Council of School Board Members.

In 1982 the Supreme Court ruled in the Plyler v Doe decision that all students have a right to a free public K–12 education, regardless of their immigration status. Thirty-three years after that ruling, undocumented students and families continue to face educational injustice across the nation.

Presenters discuss myths and facts about the rapid growth of undocumented students which affects urban and rural districts. Who is responsible for educating these students? How will this growth impact school district personnel, facilities, curriculum, and finances?

Presenter: Arturo Jimenez, Immigration Attorney/Former Denver Public Schools Board Member

3:45 PM—5:00 PM What Does “Future Ready” Mean for Your District?

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3:45 PM—5:00 PM What’s New, What’s NOT in K–12 Nutrition: The Potential Impact of the Professional Standards Rule and Other USDA Regulatory Changes Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 The new Professional Standards rule sets minimum hiring criteria for K–12 food service directors, and mandates annual training for all food service personnel. Learn how this rule will impact school districts across the country; get updated on latest regulatory changes in USDA Child Nutrition Programs and Reauthorization 2015; and gain insights to better understand and manage financial, nutritional, and menu planning outcomes for your District.

Presenter: Linda Sceurman, MS, RD, LDN, Director, Nutrition and Operations Support, Aramark Education

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Study Hall

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Hosted by NSBA’s Technology Leadership Network Over 2,000 superintendents signed pledges to make their districts “future ready”. Hear what that means in light of the U.S. Department of Education’s new National Education Technology Plan and get an update on the impact of corporate donations provided to districts through the ConnectEd program.

Presenter: Joseph South, U.S. Department of Education

SUNDAY, APRIL 10 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 3:45 PM—5:00 PM You’ll Know it When You See It: What Great Portfolio Management Looks Like Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 Today, 25 years into chartering public schools, we know a great deal about what works. Many effective districts have stopped asking IF charter schools make sense. Instead, they’re asking HOW to make charters an excellent part their school portfolio. Learn how to ensure charters complement and support your district goals. Gather perspectives and tools to appropriately staff the oversight of these highly accountable schools, respond to community needs, and bring new high-quality charters into districts.

Presenter: Greg Richmond, President and CEO, National Association of Charter School Authorizers; Kisha Verdusco, Director of Charter Schools, Detroit Public Schools

5:00 PM—5:45 PM

SPECIAL EVENT NSBA Drum Circle Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Northeast Lobby—2nd Level

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Sponsored by: The NAMM Foundation, Booth 1252 Back by popular demand! Join us for an interactive drum circle experience. Revive, renew, and realize your own creative potential through the power of music. Experience some basic facilitation techniques used for building camaraderie and support, reducing stress, and empowering student achievement. No experience necessary. .

5:30 PM—7:00 PM

SPECIAL EVENT Movie Screening and Discussion: Chairman Jones—An Improbable Leader Westin Boston Waterfront, Commonwealth Ballroom Chairman Jones—An Improbable Leader tells the story of James Henry Jones, a sharecropper on a former slave plantation, who becomes an independent landowner and emerges as a trailblazer during the 1969 school desegregation crisis in rural Northampton County, NC. His leadership as North Carolina’s first black school board Chairman introduced a new era in education and had a marked effect on racial progress in the state. The film was produced and directed by his daughter Anna Jones.

Film screening and then a discussion with Anna Jones. .

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SITE VISIT TechBoston Academy This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

TechBoston Academy is a 6-12 pilot school in the Boston Public Schools, founded in 2002 with the support of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It offers a college preparatory curriculum where technology is the bridge that connects the student to their learning experience. Unique features include laptops for every student, extended day programs, a project-based curricular, and strong community, business and university partnerships.

Please arrive by 7:45 AM. Bus departs promptly at 8:00 AM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0

8:30 AM—11:30 AM

SITE VISIT Fab Labs—Sharing Knowledge on a Global Scale

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This ticketed event is open to all conference registrants and fees are in addition to full conference program registration fees. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Get briefed on this new, international movement in personal fabrication. The Fab Foundation, a U.S. non-profit 501(c) 3 organization, emerged from MIT’s Center for Bits & Atoms Fab Lab Program with a mission to provide access to the tools, the knowledge and the financial means to educate, innovate and invent using technology and digital fabrication to allow anyone to make (almost) anything, and thereby creating opportunities to improve lives and livelihoods around the world. Hear how your district can embrace this concept after touring one of the Boston Fab Labs.

Please arrive by 7:45 AM. Bus departs promptly at 8:00 AM from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, East Side Level 0

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM A Courageous Conversation about Race and Its Impact on Achieving Equity in Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 Addressing the intersection of race and exclusion and how they manifest today in the culture and climate of school districts is critical to creating a successful strategy for eliminating racial achievement disparities. In his remarks, Glenn Singleton will explore the topic of institutional racism and its impact on student achievement; introduce the tools for Courageous Conversations (the Agreements, Conditions, and Compass); and guide participants in a discovery of how honest, “courageous conversation” about race among educators is essential to help ALL children, particularly Singleton children of color, to achieve at the highest levels.

Presenter: Glenn Singleton, Racial Equity Leader, Author and Educator, President and Founder, Pacific Educational Group

8:30 AM—9:45 AM A Look in the Mirror: Board Member Self-Evaluation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A

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We evaluate the performance of our superintendent. We monitor finances, programs and policies. But we don’t always take a critical look at ourselves. High performing school boards know that the only way to build on strengths and address challenges is to examine their governing performance. Attend this session to learn how Kentucky is using an innovative process and tool built on research-based effectiveness standards designed to help any board function more efficiently and effectively.

Presenters: Kerri Schelling, Director, Board Team Development, Kentucky School Boards Association; Thomas Alsbury, Professor, Seattle Pacific University; Jean Crowley, Board Development Specialist and Former School Board Member, Danville Independent, Kentucky School Boards Association; Becky Burgett, Program Consultant, Kentucky School Boards Association

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Accountability Without Standardization Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154 Standardized testing is the new bully in public schools. These high-stakes tests kill creativity and punish divergent thinking. Join the West Lafayette Community School Corporation (enr. 2,192) as they show educational leaders how to promote with their legislators an appropriate accountability system that measures student academic growth without the use or abuse of standardized testing. This presentation features real-life examples and includes interviews with educational experts including Dr. Pasi Sahlberg, Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond, Dr. Diane Ravitch and Dr. Marc Tucker.

Presenters: Rocky Killion, Superintendent of Schools, The West Lafayette Community School Corporation; Alan Karpick, Board President, West Lafayette Community Schools; Michael Pedley, President, The West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation; Karen Springer, Vice President, Board of School Trustees, The West Lafayette Community School Corporation

8:30 AM—9:45 AM B.E.E.S. Institute: Here is the BUZZ! Create and Sustain an Innovative “Grow Your Own” Aspiring Administrators Program

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C A new generation of aspiring administrators will Be Extraordinarily Effective Stewards as they graduate from the innovative program offered by the Pendergast Elementary School District (enr. 10,000) entitled the B.E.E.S. Institute. The “buzz” created is due to the uniqueness of this “grow your own” administrative program offered through a partnership with the Pendergast Elementary School District and the Arizona Latino Administrators and Superintendents. This session will provide an overview of the program, examples of B.E.E.S. sessions and how to create a replicable model.

Presenters: Lily DeBlieux, Superintendent, Dora Barrio, Chief Academic Officer, Susan Serin, Governing Board President, Amy Bonilla, Assistant Principal, Jose Tapia, Assistant Principal, Pendergast School District

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Beyond Seat Time: New Ways to Think About Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA Technology Leadership Network All students do not learn the same things at the same time or pace, yet that is exactly what our current system assumes. Join these experts to hear how state laws are changing to enable districts to personalize learning for students, challenge the decade’s old institutional models that rely more on seat time than mastery of content, and how that impacts local district policies.

Presenters: Maria Worthen, Vice President for Federal and State Policy, iNACOL; Ted Comstock, Executive Director, New Hampshire State School Boards Association; Michael Snell, Superintendent, Central York School District; Fred Bramante, President, National Center for Competency-Based Learning

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Beyond the Dollar Sign: Education Foundations as Community Outreach and Partnership Generators Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 An education foundation is a powerful tool for providing resources to your district; but it’s so much more than the money. Learn how an education foundation can be the key to your community outreach and collaboration plan. From board members to classroom volunteers, the human resources generated by this partnership impacts student achievement.

Presenter: Laurie Cromwell, CFRE, Owner, Foundation Innovation, LLC; Krina Lee, Executive Director, Salem-Keizer Education Foundation

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Board Meeting Effectiveness: The Planning, The Meeting & Thereafter Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB Are your board meetings lasting longer than you would like? Do you feel you are provided adequate information and time to make a decision on an action item? Are you aware of the progress and/or completion of action items? Lancaster Independent School District (enr. 6,500) will provide the process of setting our agenda with the superintendent, board communication from the superintendent, trustee questions about the agenda, administration presentations and action item tracking.

Presenters: Ty Jones, Board President, Michael McFarland, Superintendent, Lancaster Independent School District

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A Need to bridge the achievement gap in your district? Come learn from Longview Independent School District (enr. 8,200) how to develop learning strands that will bring about low socio-economic student success. The strands include head start and early childhood experiences through the Montessori education model, 1-12 International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, Capturing Kids Hearts relationship building strategies, K–12 gifted and advanced educational opportunities, early college high school, CATE as well as other components that facilitate the creation of pathways of learning for low socioeconomic students.

Presenters: Jody Clements, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative and Public Services, Ted Beard, Board Member, Troy Simmons, Board Member, James Wilcox, Superintendent, Chris Mack, Board President, Longview Independent School District

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Bridging the Achievement Gap: A Holistic Approach to Success for Low Socio-Economic Status Students

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Changing Paradigms: Journey in Adding 31 More Days for Instruction Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B Learn about the journey North Kansas City Schools (enr. 19,000) took in adding 31 days of instruction to the traditional school calendar. Understand how to change paradigms for parents, teachers, administrators and students. Hear of successes and failures during implementation and celebrate positive student achievement results attributed to this change. Consider rationale for additional days and use criteria to identify schools in your own district that might benefit. Avoid any pitfalls in communicating and implementing this progressive concept.

Presenters: Daniel Clemens, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services, Rochel Daniels, Director of Curriculum and Professional Development, Jill Hackett, Assistant Superintendent, Academic Services, Terry Stone, Board Member, North Kansas City Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Connecting with a New Way to Think About District Resources: School Budget Hold’em Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A

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Hosted by NSBA National Connection To increase student achievement, school districts often think, “What else can we do?” But how often do they ask “What can we stop doing?”—not because we lack the money, but because it’s not working?

School Budget Hold’em is an interactive exercise that has been used by over 10,000 leaders to think strategically about how to use all of your resources for student success. This session will be of interest to any district, but especially useful for CUBE districts and California districts (We have a special version tailored to LCFF!).

Presenters: Genevieve Green, Renee Sullivan, Educational Resource Strategies

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Creating a Culture of Reading in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B To build the home, school, and community connection around reading, Watertown City School District (enr. 4,500) has implemented the One District, One Book program for two years. Through this family literacy model, elementary school families throughout the community read the same children’s novel, at the same time. Virtually all of our parents agree the program encourages children’s love of reading. Find out how your district can use this powerful family literacy program to rally the community around reading.

Presenter: Mary-Margaret Zehr, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Watertown City School District

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Critical Conversations for Strategic Community Engagement Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B Several districts including Toledo Public Schools (enr. 2,400) have engaged their community stakeholders to take action through the use of a powerful dialogue and conversation tool called Edventure Maps. This session will provide key insights to how three “map” tools engage stakeholders in authentic conversations around: the burning platform for change in education; financial literacy—how schools are financed; and the strategic initiatives and stakeholder actions necessary to move forward.

Presenters: Daniel Romano, CEO/Co-Founder, Edventures in Learning, Inc.; Bob Vasquez, Board President, Ryan Stechschulte, CFO/Treasurer, Toledo Public Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Expand Your Students Options for the Future through Career and Technical Education Without Breaking the Bank Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 The White Settlement Independent School District (enr. 6,000) Board of Trustees charges its Superintendent with revamping a district’s CTE program that lacks several industry-driven courses as well as facilities to accommodate equipment that’s vital to hands-on learning opportunities for students. Administration develops a three-year plan that increases funding so students may attain the essential knowledge and skills that are crucial to excelling in a career pathway and provides them with the marketable skills that are vital to competition in college and career fields upon graduation. Come see how CTE is advancing in this district of 6,000+ students!

Presenters: Frank Molinar, Randy Armstrong, Board Member, John Bradley, Board Member, David Bitters, Asst. Supt. of Finance & Operations, White Settlement Independent School District

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8:30 AM—9:45 AM How to Flip Traditional Professional Development for Highly Effective Professional Learning and Technology Implementation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 In 2012, a dedicated group from a low funded Michigan district attended NSBA Boston. The sessions sparked conversation that helped shape a new technology vision along with a plan on how to re-imagine the professional development model. Three years later, Huron Valley School District (enr. 9,675) developed a pseudo-college professional learning experience that promotes best practices in an enjoyable format. Coupled with a 21st century technology initiative, Huron Valley created an innovative and successful framework that can be easily replicated.

Presenters: Sean Carlson, Board Member, David Adelstein, Instructional Technology Coordinator, John Tavernier, Executive Director of Technology, Josh Gignac, Principal, Johnson Elementary, Huron Valley School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Personalizing Learning through Blended Learning, District-Created Textbooks and 1:1 Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209 Personalizing education can be a huge task for a school district. How do you get staff on board? How do you provide support and data to teachers? Join Hilliard City School (enr. 16,018) as we look at strategies for creating a shared vision and designing blended learning through a 1:1 initiative for students. We will also look at how the district provided a digital dashboard for teachers as well as how the district is creating its own digital textbooks and learning resources to change how learning occurs in the classroom.

Presenters: Rich Boettner, Chief Technology Officer, John Marschhausen, Superintendent, Hilliard City Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports—Improving Teaching and Learning through Creativity and Celebration Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206B

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The PBIS System has been a tremendous success in helping Woodridge School District #68’s (enr. 2,983) Jefferson Junior High become a 21st Century Data Driven School. The highs and lows of implementation, creative celebrations, and interventions will be shared, along with evidence of how this program has assisted in reducing student discipline and increasing student achievement.

Presenters: Justin Warnke, Associate Principal, Thomas Ruggio, School Board President, Woodridge School District #68

8:30AM—9:45 AM Public-Private Partnerships—Why this Alternative Delivery Approach Should be Considered for the Replacement and Renewal of Schools in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 Communities want safe, comfortable and state-of-the-art learning environments but many districts are struggling with constrained budgets, out-of-date technologies and aging buildings. But for students, time is of the essence…they need solutions now. This workshop explores the value proposition that Public Private Partnerships (PPP) can provide for a district’s building assets. Learn about different PPP models and how they can better address long-term asset management, improve risk allocation, encourage innovation, and enhance performance. Share your ideas and hear from industry leaders who are experts in PPP for the delivery of public buildings. With knowledge, you can shape the PPP discussion and champion projects in your District.

Presenter: John Fleming, VP & GM P3, Direct Solutions, Claudio Andreetta, Director, Business Development P3, Johnson Controls; Samara Barend, Founder, Performance Based Building Coalition, Senior Vice President & Public-Private Partnerships Development Director, AECOM Capital

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Purple Penguins and Icebergs: The Slippery Slope of Social Media, Trolls, and Going Viral Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB Lately, educational news has become sensationalized and greatly exaggerated through social media.

Districts must have strategies in place in order to be ready. This session will relate the story of “Purple Penguins” and how Lincoln Public Schools (enr. 36,485), despite having strategies and policies for staff development and equal opportunities for all students, was catapulted into local, state, national and international headlines. Come and learn how we weathered the storm.

Presenters: Stephen Joel, Superintendent, Lanny Boswell, Board Member, Don Mayhew, Board Member, Lincoln Public Schools

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Reaching Students on the Autism Spectrum AND the Parents Who Come with Them Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC Parents and educators often seem to speak different languages—especially when students on the autism spectrum are in the mix. In this dynamic, compelling session, school board members will learn about the challenges faced by students on the spectrum; discover why parent/educator interactions are particularly fraught; and collect strategies for facilitating meaningful collaboration and mutual understanding. Together we can become a powerful force for minimizing conflict in our districts and for maximizing the potential of the children we share.

Presenter: Barbara Boroson, Autism Education Professional Development Provider

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8:30 AM—9:45 AM Redefining Homework Policies: Creating Effective Practices that Promote Learning and Will “Flip” Thinking Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Homework is a critical part of the educational process that impacts every member of the school community: students, parents, teachers, administrators, and Boards of Education. Freehold Township School District (enr. 4,647) will focus upon the research regarding homework practices. Best practices regarding homework assignments that prime the brain and promote learning, including creating “flipped” homework will be introduced. Policies and practices that Boards of Education need to institute regarding grading and limits on the amount of homework assigned will be examined.

Presenters: Ross Kasun, Superintendent, Edward Aldarelli, Principal, Jeff Huguenin, Principal, Freehold Township School District

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Spatial Strategies: Making the Shift from Traditional to Experiential Learning Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 Flexibility, transparency, connectivity. How do you make the shift from traditional schools to experiential learning environments? Case studies from across the nation will be explored, including a comprehensive high school new construction, a STEAM Academy located in a renovated office building, a multidisciplinary CTE facility and a new district-wide STEAM Center. The education spaces in each directly support experiential learning. Specific examples of these spatial strategies will be revealed, along with positive results and solutions to challenges encountered.

Presenters: Tayrn Kinney, Senior Planner, Derk Jeffrey, Senior Principal, Stantec

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Strategic Leadership in Challenging Times—Transform Your Approach through a Vibrant Strategic Plan Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB How can a community unite to develop Common Core Values to support a 100% graduation rate? By challenging the entire town to change its “Mindset,” a course for increased community accountability for student success was charted. Come learn how Wallingford School District (enr. 7,042) is leveraging its vital strategic plan to implement innovative instructional approaches as it moves forward in economically challenging times to increase student growth through a community-based approach.

Presenters: Salvatore Menzo, Superintendent, Roxane McKay, Board of Education Chairwoman, Wallingford School District

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8:30 AM—9:45 AM The Role of the School Board in Accelerating Student Achievement through Whole System Change Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C To be effective, school boards must find critical entry points to partner with their districts in systemwide change. Attendees will be guided through a critical examination of their role in closing the achievement gap through: focusing on those students hardest to shift, those identified as destined to fail; authentically defining success by making the important measurable, not vice versa; shattering assumptions that cause systemic hindrances to student success, and embedding the new thinking into the culture.

Presenters: Robert Neu, Superintendent, Oklahoma City Public Schools; E. Jane Davidson, Vice President, Joanne McEachen, President & Chief Destiny Changer, The Learner First

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Today’s Modern Learning Environment: More than a New Coat of Paint Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Today’s schools straddle the chasm between yesterday’s values and tomorrow’s realities. Our responsibility as leaders is NOT to find a secure balance across that chasm, but to build a bridge and move into tomorrow, today. Come see various classrooms and instructional practices that are winning in schools right now. Kids aren’t just compliantly attending classes; they’re clamoring for more! Come learn the structures to build your own bridges to lead your community into tomorrow!

Presenter: Katie Perez, Education Consultant, ESSDACK

8:30 AM—9:45 AM Transforming School Climate for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Students: A Blueprint for Education Leaders Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254A District leaders are essential to ensuring academic excellence for all students. Increasingly, student populations include those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). This session will review strategies to develop safe, supportive learning environments for LGBT students. Participants will receive a planning tool to inform efforts organized around 10 standards. They will also examine ways to coordinate with larger district efforts to address issues related to student health, safety, and well-being.

Presenter: Tim Dunn, Senior Team Lead, Health and Social Development, American Institutes for Research

8:30 AM—9:45 AM We Have Met the Enemy and It Is Us Local school board governance is under attack nationwide. State and federal governments are asserting an increasing role. Though there are some board/superintendent governance teams that are weak, most are good, but may not be the high-performing teams our children deserve. Why is local governance critical to excellence in education? What are the barriers to governance effectiveness? How can we ensure excellence and preserve local leadership?

Presenters: Mary Broderick, Former School Board Member (past president of NSBA), Consultant; John Reynolds, Former Superintendent of Schools, East Lyme

School Board/ Superintendent Partnerships

Student Achievement and Accountability

Study Hall

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 8:30 AM—9:45 AM Will Propane Autogas Work for Me? Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255 This moderated panel will feature transportation directors and school administrators who have made the switch to propane autogas for their school bus fleet. Learn as they walk through their evaluation process, tracking methods, and real-world financial savings experienced with alternative fuels. Attend this session to see why over 500 districts nationwide have switched to propane autogas school buses, and whether alternative fuel buses are right fuel for your school district fleet.

Presenters: Brian Carney, Group Account Director, ROUSH CleanTech; Pat Mitchell, Transportation Director, Mobile County Schools; Peter Crossan, Fleet Manager, Boston Public Schools

10:00 AM—11:15 AM A Comprehensive Approach to Accountability Begins with Resource Management Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 212 This session will show you how resource management makes it easy to assign and deploy a district’s resources, including assigning and deploying the number of digital instructional materials directly to students based on their class schedule. Through discussion and PowerPoint slides, you’ll learn how managing resources effectively, with a top-down approach, also opens the door to aligning educational resources with district goals and being able to correlate learning resources with results.

Presenter: Bruce Hamilton, Program Director, Destiny Resource Manager, Follett School Solutions

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Advancing Equity for Girls of Color

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Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 205AB Girls of color have made significant progress in recent years. However, persistent opportunity gaps and structural barriers remain. Girls from marginalized communities are suspended from school at disproportionate rates—and are underrepresented throughout the STEM ecosystem but overrepresented in the foster care, juvenile and criminal justice systems. Attendees will hear from local and federal leaders who will outline strategies and opportunities for ensuring equitable opportunities for this population.

Presenter: Neena Chaudhry, Senior Counsel, National Women’s Law Center

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Board Members Leading Courageous Conversations about Race and Equity in Your District Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210AB Sponsored by: GCA Education Services, Booth 621 Central to achieving educational equity is the development and strong support of school board members and district leaders who regularly engage in thoughtful exploration of institutionalized racism and its impact on student learning. Discover how transformational, courageous school board leaders emerge when given the time, space—and the right conditions—to rediscover their passion and will to educate ALL students.

Presenter: Glenn Singleton, Racial Equity Leader, Author and Educator, Singleton President and Founder, Pacific Educational Group

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Connecting Academic Outcomes and Resource Allocation: Best Practices in School Budgeting Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253A

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Creating Schools That Work for Kids Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 253C Hosted by NSBA Technology Leadership Network Explore how to cultivate shared ownership, respect, and trust, creating a school learning culture that students value and to which they want to belong in the digital age. Hear a variety of successful strategies and initiatives implemented at schools with a focus on the purposeful integration of technology, a redefinition of learning spaces, personalized learning, and the whole child.

Presenter: Eric Sheninger, Senior Fellow and Thought Leader on Digital Leadership, International Center for Leadership in Education and Scholastic Achievement Partners

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Hosted by NSBA National Connection How do school districts budget in an era of decreased public funding and still fulfill their mission to increase student achievement? The Government Finance Officers Association has developed a series of Best Practices in School District Budgeting, which clearly outline steps to developing a budget that best aligns resources with student achievement goals.

Presenter: Matt Bubness, Senior Manager, Research and Consulting, Government Finance Officers Association

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Developing Equity Policies that Address Opportunity Gaps Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 210C As school boards around the nation grapple with addressing opportunity gaps in their systems with decisions around budgeting, leadership, and other policy tools—model school districts have set the trend for passing and centering equity school policies. An exploration of these policies will add more to school board member “toolkits.” The presentation will provide information on the development of equity policies and their use in decision-making by school boards addressing excellence and equity.

In addition, attendees will be provided with policy analysis regarding the use of equity policies with school boards through case studies.

Presenter: Jennifer Godinez, Associate Executive Director, Race, Minnesota Education Equity Partnership

10:00 AM—11:15 AM District-Level School Climate Policy: The Merits of Codifying School Climate Improvement Efforts in Policy and Approaches Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 209

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This session starts by discussing the significance of codifying school climate improvement efforts in policy and then provides practical, research based information about how to do so in your school district. Participants will gain knowledge about why effective school climate policy is so essential, approaches for creating it, examples of how state-level leaders have committed to bringing this work to their school districts, a case study of a School Board that adopted a comprehensive school climate policy, and examples of how districts can infuse existing targeted policies (e.g., bullying policies) with school climate language.

Presenter: Jessica Savage, Policy & Legal Director, National School Climate Center

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Driving Effective and Sustainable School Turnaround: The Role of the Local School Board in Dramatic Change Efforts Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153B Successfully initiating and sustaining meaningful improvements in the lowest-performing schools is a pressing challenge for policy leaders and practitioners. Local school boards sit at the intersection of federal and state policy and local implementation of reform initiatives. Based on case studies of the role of school boards in three districts (Baboquivari, AZ, New Haven, CT, and Wichita, KS), this session will present emerging lessons for boards interested in driving, supporting, and sustaining school turnaround efforts.

Presenter: Julie Corbett, Strategic Partner, Center on School Turnaround at Wested

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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New School Board Member Workshops

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Exploring Business Partnerships to Enhance Student 21st Century Workforce Readiness Skills Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156C Today’s students are growing up in a digital world where technology breaks down the barriers of resources, geography, and time to access information 24/7. Prince William County Public Schools (enr. 83,551) has embraced this digital movement through improved access to technology resources.

In this session, attendees will learn how to engage the business community in assisting with bringing technology into the classroom.

Presenters: AJ Phillips, Director of Information Technology Services, Sharon Henry, Supervisor of Community and Business Engagement, Keith Imon, Associate Superintendent of Communications and Technology, Steven Walts, Superintendent, Prince William County Public Schools

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Facing Success in School and Life—Programs that Go Beyond Academics Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 204AB Academic achievement is the primary concern of the school system, but Boards will not graduate successful students if they lack empathy, compassion, and a willingness to reach out to others. Come and learn about programs adopted by the Toronto District School Board (enr. 260,000) to assist students in becoming successful human beings. The Roots of Empathy, the Anti-Stigma Program for Mental Health, Gay-Straight Alliances and our Volunteer Program will be highlighted in this session.

Presenters: Shelley Laskin, Member-Trustee, Gerri Gershon, Member-Trustee, Kathleen Garner, Superintendent of Education, Toronto District School Board

Filler Up with Some Premium Public Trust Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 157ABC Public trust in publicly-funded institutions is at historic lows. This trust is the fuel that drives your district. The more you have the further you’ll go, even leading McKinney Independent School District (enr. 23,858) to being named Money Magazine’s #1 Place to Live! Be sure your fuel tank is full before beginning a new journey, especially a bond, millage, or tax rate election. Learn how to strengthen public trust and how to keep that tank full. You’ll also get tips on winning an election. WARNING: Some session content may be suitable for board member re-election campaigns.

Presenters: Cody Cunningham, Chief Communications Officer, McKinney Independent School District; Scott Milder, Founder & CEO, Friends of Texas Public Schools

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10:00 AM—11:15 AM

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM How to Hire and Manage Legal Services for School Districts Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252B Come discuss and review the critical steps and issues in hiring and managing legal resources for school districts. This session will begin by reviewing the numerous applicable statutes and regulations that apply to school districts, discuss the critical issues in retaining legal services, how to manage legal resources cost effectively, review key legal terms (i.e., demystify “legal speak”), how to manage the different types of legal services (e.g., consulting, litigation), and a brief summary of best practices in handling legal services.

Presenters: Randall Farmer, Attorney, Gregory, Doyle, Calhoun & Rogers LLC; Julie Wade, Board Member, District One, Savannah-Chatham County Public School System

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Innovative Learning Designs for College & Career Readiness through Collaborative Partnerships

MONDAY

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153C The East Syracuse Minoa Central School District’s (enr. 3,800) vision to prepare graduates to excel in this complex, interconnected, changing world is realized through the District’s strategic plan. ESM’s innovative learning designs, aligned with college and career pathways, include partnerships with local and national businesses, government agencies and not-for-profit organizations (NPO’s). ESMCSD is one of 27 STEM Learning Ecosystems in the United States, recognized by the STEM Funders Network. ESM’s emphasis on college and career readiness encompasses innovative designs that embrace student engagement with problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Presenters: Donna DeSiato, Superintendent, East Syracuse Minoa Central School District; Charles Cohen, Sustainability Education Director, Siemens; Deborah Kolod, Board President, East Syracuse Minoa Central School District; Jan Morrison, Executive Director, TIES: Teaching Institute for Excellence in STEM

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Integrating Arts into K–12 Education Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 156AB Campbell County School District #1 (enr. 9,100) is supporting and creating high expectations for their visual arts program from the board, administration, teachers and students. Explore strategies to increase “Depth of Knowledge” and levels of “Questioning” using visual images and artistic performances as text for close reading, as promoted by the New National Arts Standard and the Common Core Standard. Learn how the power of visual and performance texts encourages students to extend learning and ideation opportunities for students.

Presenters: Boyd Brown, Superintendent, Linda Jennings, Board Chair, Paul Waldum, Fine Arts Curriculum Facilitator, Campbell County School District #1

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Interest-Based Bargaining at its Best, a Culture of Collaboration that Is Efficient and Effective Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 208 Collective bargaining should not be a painful process that people dread every few years. Rather it should be an extension of the ongoing Collaborative Culture of the District. Learn the methods Northbrook School District 27 (enr. 1,193) in Illinois uses to build a strong collaborative relationship with the Faculty Association. Understand the core values and proven negotiations process that result in District 27 being an Employer of Choice.

Presenters: David Kroeze, Superintendent, Theresa Fournier, Assistant Superintendent Personnel and Student Services, Helen Melnick, Board President, Gella Meyerhoff, Northbrook Faculty Association President, Northbrook School District 27

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Measuring What We Value: How Vision and Mission Impacts Accountability and Metrics Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 152 College and Career Readiness must not be defined by a single end-of-year state assessment. Shifting the community’s, teachers’ and students’ focus from the high-stakes nature of a standardized test to a portfolio of information is complex but critical for a successful school district. Ithaca City School District (enr. 5,400) will showcase various multiple achievement indicators and transparent ways to share information about those metrics with various stakeholders. The information about strategic planning and accountability can be used by boards to advance strategic initiatives and goals.

Presenter: Luvelle Brown, Superintendent, Brad Grainger, Board Member, Ithaca City School District

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10:00 AM—11:15 AM Moving from Communication to Community Engagement: Employing Tools to Involve & Engage your Community in Student Success Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 206A How do you build community engagement results in heightened support for your school district? Board members and superintendents in attendance will leave this session with a sample communication plan containing concrete strategies to not only “tell your story” but engage your workforce and community from the Board table. See how Pewaukee School District’s (enr. 2,822) strategic plan focus on communication and community engagement fosters commitment and success. See how to systematically move from one way, outgoing communication to increased-way communication with stakeholders.

Presenter: JoAnn Sternke, Superintendent, Pewaukee School District

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Navigating the Ever-Changing Waters of Public School Employee Healthcare Laws: What’s New, What’s Not, and What’s Ahead Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 251 There has been an influx of new healthcare mandates and legal requirements over the past few years, and there are more big changes ahead! In this session, experienced school law attorneys will provide a discussion of some of the most important and current healthcare law changes impacting schools today, including new regulations and important judicial decisions regarding the Affordable Care Act, the implications of the definition of marriage on medical benefit coverage, and the effects that these issues have on the collective bargaining process.

Presenters: Erin Gilsbach, Esq., Director of Professional Education and Policy Development, King Spry Herman Freund & Faul; Timothy Gilsbach, Esq., Attorney, King Spry Herman Freund & Faul

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Parent University: Getting Parents to Become Active Participants in the Educational Conversation Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 154

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Parents are the single most important factor in a child’s success. Learn the story of how Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 (enr. 3,029) developed a simple partnering program called Parent University, to jointly engage parents, schools, and the community in relevant educational conversations that shape the lives of our children. Participants will learn how to design and promote small group workshops and dialogues that foster meaningful partnerships for learning, as well as offer training, information, and resources to all parents and caregivers.

Presenter: Paul Enderle, Superintendent, Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Prevention Education is the Key to Ending Child Abuse Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 213 Childhelp Speak Up Be Safe is a primary prevention curriculum aimed at stopping and preventing child abuse, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, bullying, and cyberbullying.

In this session, attendees will learn about the epidemic of child abuse and its impact on our communities, how prevention education is a critical piece in stopping child abuse, and how educators, parents, students, and community members can help children speak up about abuse and be safe.

Presenter: Dr. Benah J. Parker, National Director of Prevention Education, Childhelp

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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New School Board Member Workshops

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Supplementing Budgets and Improving Students’ Technical Skills with Linux and Open Source Software Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 211 Free Open Source Software (FOSS) benefits students, teachers, and administrators, particularly in reducing costs. But more importantly, students who learn to program according to FOSS methodologies and values gain valuable skills that liberate their ideas and prepare them to creatively implement critical computing solutions. Introducing students to FOSS at a younger age better prepares them to be competitive in an increasingly demanding field. And above all, it’s fun!

Presenter: Craig Gardner, Adjunct Instructor, Utah Valley University

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Supportive District Policy and Actions: Guiding Professional Learning Community Continuous Improvement for Student Achievement Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 151AB The status of PLCs in the U.S. shows emphasis by districts to incorporate PLC practices in schools.

Research by Cowan, Joyner, and Beckwith (2008) reveals that a strong and ongoing relationship between district and school leadership provides the guidance, support and instructional strategies needed for student improvement. This session reviews research and practice in Denton Independent School District (enr. 28,000) and Ascension Parish School Board (enr. 19,700) where student achievement increased related to aligned School Board and administrator policies and practices incorporating PLC initiatives.

Presenters: Janie Huffman, Professor, University of North Texas; Dianne Olivier, Professor, University of Lousiana at Lafayette; Patrice Pujol, Superintendent, Ascension School System; Jamie Wilson, Superintendent, Denton Independent School District

MONDAY

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Student Achievement and Accountability

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MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Teaching Forward—Effective Technology Integration in Schools Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 252A Join Lynnfield Public Schools (enr. 2,298) Superintendent and Technology Integrationist sharing “in the trenches” experiences supporting teachers and students in the infusion of technology to extend learning, engage students and transform classrooms. An interactive discussion of best practices will include considerations for 1:1 environments as well as affordable, innovative professional development strategies for school districts. Understand the progression of technology literacy across the K–12 spectrum by viewing student work examples created using, free apps and web tools.

Presenters: Jennifer Judkins, District Technology Integration Coordinator, Jane Trembly, Superintendent, Lynnfield Public Schools

10:00 AM—11:15 AM The Power of Partnership: Providing a Quality Extended Learning Experience Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 255

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This session will define quality extended-day programs that can improve student engagement and overall academic performance while not impacting school budgets and increasing revenue. What should staff qualifications be? What curriculum should be utilized? How should program quality be measured? Further, the session explores the benefits of extended-day provider, teacher and administrator collaboration. Outcome: participants will distinguish between the traditional after-school program model and an academically-focused, fun and engaging model with the capacity to change lives.

Presenter: Kim Jennings, VP of Partnership Development, Springboard Education in America

10:00 AM—11:15 AM Turning Tomorrow’s Vision into Today’s Reality Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 153A Come follow how Mount Airy City Schools (enr. 2,000) turned a vision of critical thinking and innovative problem-solving into a model of school and district transformation. This session will highlight three pillars upon which the success of the district has been built: Professional Learning Communities; Balanced Literacy and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). The presentation will demonstrate how to focus resources in challenging budgetary times to create sustainable success.

Presenter: Wendy Carriker, Board Chairperson, Greg Little, Superintendent, Kim Morrison, Chief Academic and Innovation Officer, Mount Airy City Schools

Advocacy

Governance and Executive Leadership

Innovations in District Management

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Master Class

New School Board Member Workshops

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 10:00 AM—11:15 AM Youth Mental Health First Aid Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 254B Mental Health First Aid is the help offered to a student developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given by appropriately trained and nationally certified first responders until appropriate support is received or until the crisis is resolved. Come hear how Bay St. Louis/Waveland Schools (enr. 1,950) learned to focus on this need in their community.

Come learn how to provide professional development to get your school staff trained and nationally certified as Youth Mental Health First Responders. Overview of risk factors, warning signs, and 5-step action plan will be shared. Easy to replicate.

Presenters: Sherry Ponder, School Board President, Bay St. Louis/Waveland Schools; Bryan Gibb, Director of Public Education, National Council for Behavioral Health; Sandra Parks, Director of Children Services, Mississippi Department of Mental Health; Deborah Bryant, Mississippi First Lady

SOME SEE CLASSROOMS. WE SEE STUDENT POTENTIAL.

By modernizing the equipment and systems in your buildings, improving your infrastructure and energy spend, and addressing your ongoing maintenance needs — we can help transform your entire district.

We call it Building Efficiency. You’ll call it a smart way to improve your schools and empower the staff and students within.

Meet with our experts at the NSBA Annual Conference, Booth #1129

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At Johnson Controls, we’re in the business of creating healthier, more productive environments for schools around the world, helping students achieve their full potential.

MONDAY, APRIL 11 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS 11:30 AM—1:00 PM

CLOSING GENERAL SESSION Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall B

Tony Wagner

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Knowledge has become a commodity. The world no longer cares how much our graduates know. What the world cares about is what they can do with what they know.

Your Host this Morning:

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Tony Wagner

Kevin E. Ciak, Secretary-Treasurer, National School Boards Association and member, Sayerville (NJ) School District

MONDAY

Ciak

Special Presentation of the Kennedy Center Award Actions of your Delegate Assembly: President John D. Tuttle, who presided over the 2016 Delegate Assembly, reports on actions taken by NSBA’s principal legislative body and then introduces the newly elected officers and directors of NSBA.

Tuttle

Incoming President’s Remarks:

Miranda A. Beard provides an overview of her priorities for the coming year.

Musical Performance:

Framingham Jazz Band, Framingham High School, Framingham, MA Brian Cervone, Band Director Beard

The Major Address:

Tony Wagner, Expert In Residence, Harvard University’s Innovation Lab

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Building Education

Honeywell Building Solutions installs and maintains the systems that help keep your facilities secure, comfortable and energy efficient.

Visit us at booth #325 to learn more! www.honeywell.com/buildingsolutions. Š 2016 Honeywell International. All rights reserved.

NSBA EXPOSITION EXPOSITION

New Exhibitors as of January 26, 2016

NEW EXHIBITORS Say Hi To Our New Exhibitors!

While visiting the exhibit floor, be sure and stop by our brand new companies to the NSBA exhibit floor and tell them you look forward to seeing them again in future shows.

Company

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A. Jandris & Sons, Inc. ....................................1052 Allergy Emergency Kit, Inc. ............................. 524 Aries Building Systems, LLC..........................1063 Big Grips............................................................1425 BoardPaq............................................................ 447 Brooks School Safety Group.........................1230 Budget Challenge®............................................ 553 Busch Systems International, Inc. ...............1056 Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood ...................................................... 657 Capital Region BOCES’ Pharmacy Group Purchasing Consortium ...............1255 CFI FOAM, Inc. ..................................................1059 Chicken Soup for the Soul............................... 455 Childhelp...........................................................1447 The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children...........1154 Computer Resources, LLC ............................... 442 Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL)......................................1053 Concrete Products Group, LLC.....................1055 DLA Disposition Services— Computers For Learning (CFL) Program.. 346 E. Dillon & Company.......................................1058 Edlio...................................................................1518 Edmodo............................................................... 435

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Education Development Center...................1261 Edventures in Learning, Inc. ........................... 417 Engaging Schools.............................................. 957 Engineering is Elementary.............................1347 eSchoolView....................................................... 431 Exemplary Schools Organization.................1027 Explorica............................................................1426 FASTSIGNS of Waldorf...................................... 815 The First Tee....................................................... 760 Focused Fitness................................................. 756 Global School Services...................................1530 Global Tech LED ................................................ 321 Government Finance Officers Association.1352 Great Expectations Foundation...................... 561 Hampden Engineering Corporation............1329 Innovations In Online Education..................1031 LaserShield.......................................................1158 Learner First, LLC.............................................1030 LearnOnPoint, Inc. ..........................................1445 Love146............................................................... 955 Mutualink, Inc. .................................................1257 Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET................ 436 New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race. 557 NWEA................................................................... 754 (continued)

Be prepared to discover new and exciting ideas and solutions that will change the way your district does business and saves money!

For the Safety of the Younger Set: Young people are welcome, but we ask that children under 16 years of age be accompanied by an adult.

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openSUSE........................................................... 344 OSC World........................................................... 947 Otus Student Performance Platform...........1026 Panorama Education........................................ 649 Powering America (NECA and IBEW)...........1047 PreciouStatus..................................................... 659 ProBlock, LLC...................................................1057 Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. .......... 425 PURELL®............................................................... 752

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Road Trip Nation................................................ 823 SafeStop............................................................1126 Safety Vision, LLC ............................................1152 SchoolBoogy....................................................1355 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Inc. ............... 856 StudyForge........................................................1028 Swagit.................................................................. 449 Treker, LLC ........................................................1029 Whisper..............................................................1428

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NEW EXHIBITORS

EXHIBITORS (BY BOOTH NUMBER) Exhibitors as of January 26, 2016

EXHIBITORS BY BOOTH NUMBER

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Booth #

Kohl’s/Chaps...................................................... 314 ABM...................................................................... 315 FIS (formerly SunGard K12)............................. 316 The What Works Clearinghouse..................... 318 Global Tech LED................................................. 321 Justice Technology Information Center....... 323 Futures Education, LLC.................................... 326 InterCom Network............................................. 329 Preferred Meals.................................................. 335 openSUSE........................................................... 344 DLA Disposition Services— Computers For Learning (CFL) Program . 346 Hands-On Equations®, Borenson & Assocs., Inc. ................................................... 415 Edventures in Learning, Inc. ........................... 417 Tarkett Sports Indoor........................................ 420 Enovative Technologies................................... 421 Nabholz Construction Services...................... 423 Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. .......... 425 CK-12 Foundation............................................. 429 eSchoolView....................................................... 431 OraSure Technologies...................................... 434 Edmodo............................................................... 435 Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET................ 436 aha! Process, Inc. .............................................. 440 Chartwells K12................................................... 441 Computer Rescources, LLC.............................. 442 K12 Insight.......................................................... 446 BoardPaq............................................................ 447 Swagit.................................................................. 449 WhyTry................................................................. 453 Chicken Soup for the Soul............................... 455 Optoma............................................................... 514 Stantec Architecture......................................... 515 Source4Teachers/MissionOne........................ 519 McPherson & Jacobson, LLC........................... 520 IC Bus................................................................... 523

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Allergy Emergency Kit, Inc. ............................. 524 EduPortal e-Convene........................................ 528 SSC....................................................................... 534 Gumdrop Cases................................................. 535 Education Facilities Clearinghouse............... 537 Tetra Analytix...................................................... 541 National Joint Powers Alliance....................... 543 Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. ................... 546 Army..................................................................... 547 Vanir Construction Management, Inc. .......... 552 Budget Challenge®............................................ 553 NGI Sports/River City Athletics, LLC............... 554 School Nutrition Association.......................... 555 New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race . 557 University of Phoenix Online........................... 559 Great Expectations Foundation...................... 561 American Fidelity Assurance Co..................... 614 Emerald Data Solutions (BoardDocs)............ 615 BuyBoard............................................................ 616 Pride Surveys..................................................... 618 GCA Education Services................................... 621 Decisioninsite..................................................... 627 SafeGuard........................................................... 629 SUBWAY............................................................... 631 Classroom School Uniforms........................... 634 WorldStrides....................................................... 635 ESSDACK............................................................. 636 National School Public Relations Association..................................................... 637 Shaw Sports Turf............................................... 640 The Barracuda................................................... 641 Otto Trading, Inc. .............................................. 643 National Association of School Resource Officers, Inc. ................................. 647 Panorama Education........................................ 649 PESG.................................................................... 652 Securitech Group, Inc. ..................................... 653 (continued)

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Exhibitor

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Transportation Sector Consultants................ 852 Consortium for School Networking............... 854 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Inc. ............... 856 Mental Health First Aid USA............................. 862 Southern Bleacher Company......................... 915 Read to Them..................................................... 917 The Boston Globe.............................................. 919 Ultimate RB, Inc. ............................................... 921 Education Logistics, Inc. .................................. 923 SFL+A Architects................................................ 927 School Improvement Network....................... 929 Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. ........ 945 OSC World........................................................... 947 Wight & Company.............................................. 949 Walmart............................................................... 953 Love146............................................................... 955 Engaging Schools.............................................. 957 Watch D.O.G.S. ................................................... 959 Stop-Lite.............................................................. 962 Ideal Jewelry...................................................... 966 Navajo Jewelry and Crafts............................... 967 REMO, Inc. ........................................................1014 The NAMM Foundation..................................1015 VH1 Save The Music Foundation..................1020 MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. ...............1021 Otus Student Performance Platform...........1026 Exemplary Schools Organization.................1027 StudyForge........................................................1028 Treker, LLC.........................................................1029 Learner First, LLC.............................................1030 Innovations In Online Education..................1031 Siemens Industry, Inc./Building Technologies Division................................1044 Excel Dryer........................................................1045 Hitech Assets, Inc. ...........................................1046 Powering America (NECA and IBEW)...........1047 Ameresco, Inc. .................................................1048 (continued)

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EXHIBITORS BY BOOTH NUMBER

BOKS - Build Our Kids Success....................... 655 Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood....................................................... 657 Selective Service System................................. 658 PreciouStatus..................................................... 659 U.S. Department of Justice.............................. 660 AEOP (NSTA)....................................................... 661 NovusAGENDA................................................... 663 Sodexo................................................................. 715 First Student, Inc. .............................................. 721 Neola.................................................................... 726 D.A.R.E. America................................................. 728 Kelly Educational Staffing................................ 730 DLR Group........................................................... 731 French Toast....................................................... 734 Heery International........................................... 735 International Baccalaureate Organization.... 736 Skyward, Inc. ...................................................... 737 Qualite Sports Lighting, Inc. ........................... 740 KI........................................................................... 743 National Peanut Board..................................... 746 PBK Architects.................................................... 748 PURELL®............................................................... 752 The American Legion........................................ 753 NWEA................................................................... 754 EdLeader21......................................................... 755 Focused Fitness................................................. 756 iKeepSafe............................................................ 757 American Institutes for Research................... 758 TestRocker.......................................................... 759 The First Tee....................................................... 760 Destination Imagination, Inc. ......................... 763 FASTSIGNS of Waldorf...................................... 815 Road Trip Nation................................................ 823 Graduate Follow-up by LifeTrack Services.... 834 IntraLogic Solutions.......................................... 836 ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers.......... 838

EXHIBITORS (BY BOOTH NUMBER)

EXHIBITORS BY BOOTH NUMBER

Exhibitor

Booth #

A. Jandris & Sons, Inc. ....................................1052 Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL)......................................1053 Concrete Products Group, LLC.....................1055 Busch Systems International, Inc. ...............1056 ProBlock, LLC...................................................1057 E. Dillon & Company.......................................1058 CFI FOAM, Inc. ..................................................1059 Aries Building Systems, LLC..........................1063 The Pin Man - PositivePins.com...................1066 Purple Umbrella Jewelry...............................1068 Musco Sports Lighting, Inc. ...........................1114 Interkal, LLC......................................................1115 Outdoor Aluminum, Inc. ................................1116 National Center of Technological Literacy/Museum of Science, Boston......1117 Keystone Purchasing Network.....................1118 EDgear of America, Inc. ..................................1119 Explore The Trades..........................................1120 HDE....................................................................1122 National FFA Organization.............................1123 SafeStop............................................................1126 One Source—The Background Check Company......................................................1127 Student Transportation of America, Inc. ....1128 Johnson Controls, Inc. ...................................1129 Ray and Associates, Inc. ................................1130 VS America........................................................1135 Renaissance Learning.....................................1141 Perkins+Will......................................................1144 BEARACADE Door Control System...............1146 Hellas Construction........................................1147 Safety Vision, LLC.............................................1152 A+ Technology & Security Solutions............1153 The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children...........1154 A+ STEM Labs...................................................1155 Penn Foster.......................................................1156

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LaserShield.......................................................1158 RF Technologies..............................................1163 Rentacrate/Hitouch Services........................1214 Aramark K-12 Education................................1215 National School Transportation Association...................................................1216 MasteryPrep.....................................................1218 Durham School Services................................1221 Spectrum Industries, Inc. ..............................1222 AxisPlus Benefits..............................................1224 NextTier Education..........................................1225 InsuraTech........................................................1228 JC Penney/IZOD Schoolwear........................1229 Brooks School Safety Group.........................1230 Advanced Polymer Technology....................1231 Acellus—Int’l Academy of Science...............1235 Qomo.................................................................1240 SRC Solutions, Inc. ..........................................1249 Follett.................................................................1252 SoftChalk...........................................................1253 Capital Region BOCES’ Pharmacy Group Purchasing Consortium (powered by KPPC).....................................1255 Mutualink, Inc. .................................................1257 Seating Concepts............................................1258 Education Development Center...................1261 Blue Bird Corp..................................................1315 Zeager Bros., Inc. .............................................1320 Revolution Foods............................................1322 Educatius International..................................1325 District Administration Magazine.................1327 Pro Grass...........................................................1328 Hampden Engineering Corporation............1329 Project Lead The Way.....................................1330 Frontline Technologies Group, LLC.............1331 TIPS....................................................................1346 Engineering is Elementary.............................1347 The Cooper Institute.......................................1348 (continued)

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SafeDefend, LLC...............................................1443 LearnOnPoint, Inc. ..........................................1445 International Society for Technology in Education.................................................1446 Childhelp...........................................................1447 Adobe Systems, Inc. .......................................1448 Aruba Networks, A Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company..................................1514 iSchool Initiative..............................................1515 Eddie Eagle.......................................................1516 Edlio...................................................................1518 Teachermatch..................................................1522 Springboard Education..................................1524 Trane..................................................................1525 National Affliliation of Superintendents Searchers (NASS).........1527 Global School Services...................................1530

Design that puts students first

As K12 architects, engineers, planners and interior designers, we create learning environments that motivate the learning process.

stantec.com

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Solution Tree....................................................1349 Government Finance Officers Association .1352 Nightlock Lockdown Classroom Door Barricade............................................1353 SchoolBoogy....................................................1355 Hazelden Publishing.......................................1358 Daikin North America, LLC.............................1415 Pearson..............................................................1417 Lions Quest.......................................................1423 Karcher North America...................................1424 Big Grips............................................................1425 Explorica............................................................1426 Enovative Technologies.................................1427 Whisper..............................................................1428 EdLaw Connection..........................................1429 Daktronics.........................................................1430 Surface America, Inc. ......................................1431

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Exhibitor descriptions as of January 26, 2016

A. Jandris & Sons, Inc. 202 High Street Gardner, MA 01440 978-632-0089 www.ajandris.com

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A. Jandris & Sons, Inc., is the leading Architectural (Polished, Textured Polished, Ground) Concrete Block Manufacturing facility in the Northeast due to our superior product quality, innovation, and customer service. Established in 1920, our company is 4th generation and still family owned. For additional information about our products, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

EXHIBITORS

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A+ STEM Labs 1490 North Clinton Avenue Bay Shore, NY 11706 631-969-2600 www.aplusstemlabs.com

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A+ Stem Labs is a pioneer in developing portable, turn-key, integrated technology solutions that allow teachers to present STEM-related lessons (science, technology, engineering and math) in ways that excite and engage students.

A+ Technology & Security Solutions 1153 1490 North Clinton Avenue Bay Shore, NY 11706 631-969-2600 www.aplustechnology.com A+ Technology & Security Solutions, Inc., is the leading provider of IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Mass Notification, OneButton Lockdown, LED Lighting and Security Assessments to K-12 schools for over 25 years.

ABM 1775 The Exchange SE, Suite 600 Atlanta, GA 30339 770-850-3531 www.abm.com/k-12

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We have extensive experience providing custodial and facility services to K-12 schools.

Outsourcing to ABM can cost-effectively create healthier, more comfortable and more sustainable environments for students, faculty and staff.

Acellus—Int’l Academy of Science 26900 East Pink Hill Road Independence, MO 64057-3284 816-229-3800 www.science.edu/Acellus

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Acellus is an online video-based learning system that makes a science of the learning process, and customizes courses to fit the learning requirements of each student. Acellus uses deficiency diagnostics to differentiate instruction within the classroom, providing customized personal instruction to students.

Adobe Systems, Inc. 8205 Amasia Cove Austin, TX 78729-8021 512-918-2060 www.adobe.com/education

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Adobe K-12 Education academic and administrative solutions can help schools educate students in a wide variety of subjects and prepare them for future academic and career success. Adobe’s solutions are uniquely positioned to open new avenues for engaged student learning. Integrating digital images, video, animation, web design, and multimedia design into classroom projects helps build crucial technology and critical-thinking skills.

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Advanced Polymer Technology 109 Conica Lane PO Box 160 Harmony, PA 16037 724-452-3018 www.advpolytech.com

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Advanced Polymer Technology is a leading manufacturer of polyurethanes for all sports surfaces. APT takes great pride in developing quality products that are ecologically friendly and all of our urethanes are made in the USA. Please stop by our booth (#1231) to discuss all of your sport surfacing needs. We look forward to seeing you at the show!!

AEOP (NSTA) 1840 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22201 703-312-9365 www.usaeop.com

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aha! Process, Inc. PO Box 727 Highlands, TX 77562 800-424-9484 www.ahaprocess.com

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aha! believes in expanding people’s horizons.

We teach, we learn daily, we help overcome circumstances, we provide new choices, we celebrate, we contribute, and we are passionate about what we do. aha! Process offers a range of workshops and consulting for educators that meets both high expectations and raises achievement.

Green Zone

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Allergy Emergency Kit for school hallways and lunchrooms.

Ameresco, Inc. 111 Speen Street, Suite 410 Framingham, MA 01701 508-661-2200 www.ameresco.com

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Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions provider serving North America and the United Kingdom. Our energy experts deliver long-term customer value, environmental stewardship, and sustainability through energy efficiency services, alternative energy, supply management, and innovative facility renewal all with practical financial solutions.

American Fidelity Assurance Co. PO Box 25523 2000 North Classen Boulevard Oklahoma City, OK 73106 800-654-8489 www.americanfidelity.com

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American Fidelity Assurance Company provides Employee Benefit Programs, IRS Section 125 Administration, Flexible Spending Account Administration and Health Care Reform Implementation Support.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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The National Science Teachers Association administers and provides support to U.S. Army STEM programs/partnerships to engage students in real-world experiences.

• eCYBERMISSION: an online competition— grades 6-9. • GEMS: a summer STEM enrichment program held at specific U.S. sites—grades 3-12.

Allergy Emergency Kit, Inc. 18753 Rosewood Lane Mokena, IL 60448 773-932-7483 www.allergyemergencykit.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) American Institutes for Research 1000 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW Washington, DC 20007 202-329-5440 www.air.org

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American Institutes for Research is one of the world’s largest behavioral and social science research and evaluation organizations. It provides training and technical assistance to improve conditions for learning and foster school and student success.

The American Legion 700 North Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 317-630-1212 www.legion.org

EXHIBITORS

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The American Legion offers a robust selection of programs and scholarship opportunities for youth surrounding American traditions and culture.

Aramark K-12 Education 1101 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 800-926-9700 www.aramark.com

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To support the K-12 educational mission, Aramark provides innovative food and facilities services management for over 500 school districts nationwide. For more information, visit www.aramark.com.

Aries Building Systems, LLC 5 Ledge Road, Unit 3 Windham, NH 03087 603-216-1086

www.ariesbuildings.com

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Modular classrooms

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Army 200 Stovall Street, Room 4N51 Alexandria, VA 22332 (703) 545-3481 www.goarmy.com

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ArmyEdSpace.com provides students, parents, and educators with a robust directory of programs, resources and education news.

Whether learning about available no-cost programs or the military as a future option, the site is designed to familiarize users with a host of educational programs, opportunities and effective tools to empower America’s youth to make informed decisions for the future.

Aruba Networks, A Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company 1514 1344 Crossman Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94089 781-315-6117 www.arubanetworks.com Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, is a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions for enterprises of all sizes worldwide. The company delivers IT solutions that empower organizations to serve the latest generation of mobile-savvy users who rely on cloud-based business apps for every aspect of their work and personal lives.

(ALPHABETICAL) EXHIBITORS

ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers 838 8501 Golden Valley Road, Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55427 763-545-3731 www.atsr.com

BEARACADE Door Control System 118 West Streetsboro Road, Suite 173 Hudson, OH 44236-2752 855-350-2123 www.doorbearacade.com

For 70+ years, ATS&R has provided services in planning, architecture, engineering, site development, interior design, technology and field administration. We’re passionate about creating beautiful, functional, sustainable, and compelling learning environments. Good architecture is about people. Whether learning or teaching, working or playing; people make a building come alive.

LOCKDOWN! LOCKDOWN! Bearacade is the award-winning solution that deploys quickly and effectively to blockade classroom and office doors in the event of a hostile intruder situation. Guiding administration and authorities when deployed, Bearacade withstands more than 4,800 pounds of force.

Bearacade is the safest choice for your students and staff. If you can get out, get out. If not, Bearacade.

AxisPlus Benefits 860 East 9085 South Sandy, UT 84094 877-872-2125 www.usbaflex.com

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The Barracuda 370 James Street New Haven, CT 06513 800-854-9724 www.bilco-barracuda.com

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The Barracuda is a patented line of Intruder Defense products designed to be used in an active shooter or lockdown situation. These devices when deployed protect a commercial door from penetration from the outside hallway.

Green Zone

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Big Grips are the renowned big, squishy, easy to grab, comfortable to hold, and very gripable cases and stands for iPad. Big Grips are available for iPad 2/3/4, iPad mini, and iPad Air. Big Grips products are free of BPA, lead, latex, phthalate, and PVC. Big Grips are lightweight, durable and easy to clean. Grab more and worry less with Big Grips—seriously fun protection for iPad. Blue Bird Corp.

402 Blue Bird Boulevard Fort Valley, GA 31030-5088 478-822-2026 www.blue-bird.com

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Blue Bird offers a complete line of Type A, C and D school buses in a variety of options and configurations. For more than 86 years, Blue Bird Corporation has continued to set industry standards with innovative design and manufacturing capabilities.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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USBAFlex is a comprehensive service provider endorsed by NSBA that administers tax free benefit accounts, such as Flexible Spending Arrangements, Health Savings Accounts, and Transportation/Parking Benefits.

Big Grips 803 Second Street, Suite 303 Davis, CA 95618 888-456-7047 www.biggrips.com

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EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) BoardPaq 112 South Main Street, Suite 2F St. Charles, MO 63301 314-669-4745 www.boardpaq.com

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This company will showcase its latest products and services.

BOKS - Build Our Kids Success 1895 JW Foster Boulevard Canton, MA 02021 781-401-7289 www.bokskids.org

EXHIBITORS

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BOKS (Build Our Kids’ Success) is a FREE before-school physical activity program designed to jump start a child’s mind and body for a day of learning. BOKS offers parent, teacher, or community volunteers curriculum, resources and training to get kids moving in the morning. BOKS also provides additional free resources, including in classroom activity breaks, recess programming, and nutrition bits.

The Boston Globe 391 Totten Pond Road, Suite 304 Waltham, MA 02451 216-789-8194 www.ontheavenuemarketing.com

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Stop by The Boston Globe booth for up to 50% off home delivery and digital subscriptions!

Plus, receive a free gift with your subscription!

Brooks School Safety Group 4322 Harding Pike Nashville, TN 37205 615-519-0314 www.safetyinschools.com

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Providing high-definition, cinematic quality online safety awareness and personal injury prevention training for educational workers across the country.

Budget Challenge® 3874 Paxton Avenue, #9115 Cincinnati, OH 45209 www.budgetchallenge.com

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Budget Challenge® is an award-winning and patented personal finance program for young people to EXPERIENCE how to manage money in a real-life setting. H&R Block-sponsored versions are free for teachers and students and include $3 million in scholarships and classroom grants.

Busch Systems International Inc. 81 Rawson Avenue Barrie, ON L4N 6E5 Canada www.buschsystems.com

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Busch Systems has been a prominent designer and retailer of recycling, waste and composting containers for 30 years, leading the way with an innovative and constantly expanding collection. As part of their commitment to the environment, all products are 100% recyclable and proudly made in North America.

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BuyBoard 12007 Research Boulevard Austin, TX 78759 512-467-0222 www.buyboard.com

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The BuyBoard allows schools to save time and money purchasing the products they use every day. Through the collaboration of NSBA and other State School Boards Assocations, members can leverage the pricing with the Cooperative’s volume discounts.

Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood 89 South Street, Suite 403 Boston, MA 02111 617-896-9368 www.commercialfreechildhood.org

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Capital Region BOCES’ Pharmacy Group Purchasing Consortium (powered by KPPC) 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road Albany, NY 12205 518-862-4937 www.capregboces.org

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This company will showcase its latest products and services.

Green Zone

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Core Foam Masonry Foam Insulation combines with Next Generation Concrete Masonry to provide life-of-structure energy efficiency, shortened construction schedules, unmatched aesthetics, cost-saving durability, life-protecting fire safety while maximizing design flexibility within school construction budgets. Advanced technology makes CfiFOAM a favored choice among architects & masonry contractors.

Chartwells K12 105 South York Street, Suite 300 Elmhurst, IL 60126 877-586-9631 www.ChartwellsK12.com

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Chartwells provides nutritious and delicious food to more than 600 school districts nationwide, and is committed to nourishing student bodies, minds and spirits, paving the way for a lifetime of success and well-being.

Chicken Soup for the Soul 28 Crestwood Drive Trophy Club, TX 76262 817-637-7445 chickensoup.com/hallwayheroes

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Chicken Soup for the Soul Hallway Heroes is a new literacy-based Anti-Bullying program.

It develops social/emotional learning skills to address bullying in a PROACTVE way. Our goal is to stop or greatly reduce bullying behavior from ever starting. Grades 1-6. Stop by for free sample lessons.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood (CCFC) and Corporate Accountability International (CAI) have formed a coalition of teachers unions and educators to oppose McTeacher’s Nights, fundraisers where teachers and principals in McDonald’s uniforms sell burgers and fries. These fundraisers take advantage of tight school budgets, return little money to schools, and are harmful to children’s health.

CFI FOAM, Inc. PO Box 10393 Knoxville, TN 37939 800-656-3626 www.cfifoam.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Childhelp 4350 East Camelback Road, Bldg F250 Phoenix, AZ 85018 480-922-6212

childhelp.org

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Childhelp is the leading national non-profit dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect through intervention, treatment, and prevention. Childhelp Speak Up Be Safe is a research-based, comprehensive prevention education curriculum for Pre-K through 12th grade that equips students with the skills they need to prevent or interrupt all forms of child abuse abuse.

EXHIBITORS

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CK-12 Foundation 3430 West Bayshore Road, Suite 101 Palo Alto, CA 94303 650-461-4546 www.ck12.org

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CK-12 Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving student learning by increasing access to free, high-quality educational materials through the FlexBook® platform and concept-based modalities.

Districts are coming daily to CK-12 to save hundreds of thousands of dollars on textbooks by customizing CK-12’s FlexBooks®.

Classroom School Uniforms 800 DeSoto Avenue Chatsworth, CA 91311 888-593-6616 www.classroomuniforms.com

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Classroom School Uniforms, socks, tights and shoes are sold year round in your local retailers in sizes Pre-School through Adult. Classroom is priced with the American family budget in mind—a year’s worth of school uniforms costs as little as $100!

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The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children PO Box 246 Chardon, OH 44024 440-488-2978 www.coachhallfoundation.org

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The Coach Hall Foundation’s mission is to provide effective means to prevent school violence and improve the quality of life in our school communities. The foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is working to get SRO’s in all our school buildings as well as promoting and investigating additional protective measures, services, devices, and plans to protect our school children.

Computer Resources, LLC 1037 Calef Highway Barrington, MA 03825 978-771-3257 www.cri-mms.com

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This company will showcase its latest products and services, including the MMS Student Information System.

Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL) 1053 25 Freight House Road West Brookfield, MA 01585 800-628-8476 IMER www.cbisinc.com For decades CBIS has been the largest manufacturer of insulation inserts for concrete masonry units, distributing throughout the United States and Canada. Our EPS inserts are sold only through Concrete Block Producers where the inserts are installed, providing a preinsulated CMU to the job site. CBIS also manufactures construction-related products for various other industries.

(ALPHABETICAL) EXHIBITORS

Concrete Products Group, LLC 4544 Trilllium Drive North Medina, MN 55340 612-859-3340 www.concreteproductsgroup.com

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Concrete Products Group is a national network of concrete masonry suppliers who offer an innovative series of wall systems for new school construction or renovation. Our wall systems offer rapid cost-effective construction, and create long-term value with durable, attractive, well insulated, quiet, fire-safe and energy efficient buildings—great environments for learning.

Consortium for School Networking 1025 Vermont Avenue NW, Suite 1010 Washington, DC 20005 202-861-2676 www.cosn.org

854

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The Cooper Institute, a non-profit organization, has joined forces with the National Football League to launch FitnessGram into schools and after-school community organizations.

This team effort has been created to encourage youth to play at least 60 minutes a day and combat the obesity epidemic that is challenging our youth.

D.A.R.E. America PO Box 512090 Los Angeles, CA 90051 800-223-3273 www.dare.org

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D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) is a scientific-based program utilizing trained police officers to provide students the resistance skills necessary to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs, violence and other harmful behaviors.

Daikin North America, LLC 10787 Clay Road Houston, TX 77041 713-261-8600 www.daikincomfort.com

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View manageable HVAC solutions for K-12 education.

Green Zone

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for district technology leaders. For over two decades, CoSN has provided leaders with the management, community building, and advocacy tools they need to succeed. Today, CoSN represents over 10 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as an influential voice in K-12 education.

The Cooper Institute 12330 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75230 972-341-3256 www.cooperinstitute.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Daktronics 201 Daktronics Drive Brookings, SD 57006 800-325-8766 www.daktronics.com

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Daktronics is recognized worldwide as the leading designer and manufacturer of scoreboards, timing systems, electronic message centers, large screen video systems and sound systems for all sports venues.

Decisioninsite 101 Pacifica, Suite 380 Ivrine, CA 92618 877-204-1392 www.decisioninsite.com

EXHIBITORS

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As Enrollment Impact Specialists we provide a combination of enrollment analytics, mapping technology and expertise, all of which help School District Leaders gain a better understanding of their total enrollment picture.

Destination Imagination, Inc. 1111 South Union Avenue Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 856-324-4799 www.destinationimagination.org

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Destination Imagination inspires and equips students to become the next generation of innovators and leaders, using STEAM-based Challenges that meet and expand on many curriculum requirements. The learning opportunity is based in student choice and team work, inspiring them to dig deeper into STEM topics and learn to recognize their personal innovative expression and strengths.

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District Administration Magazine 35 Nutmeg Drive, Suite 205 Trumbull, CT 06611 203-663-0100 www.districtadministration.com

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District Administration is the leading provider of practical insights and strategies for K-12 administrators at school districts throughout the United States.

DLA Disposition Services—Computers For Learning (CFL) Program 346 74 North Washington Avenue J413 RTD Office Battle Creek, MI 49037 269-961-5469 www.dla.mil/DispositionServices.aspx The CFL program’s ambitious goal is to make modern computer technology an integral part of every classroom so that every child has the opportunity to be educated to his or her full potential.

DLR Group 7290 West 133rd Street Overland Park, KS 66213-4748 913-897-7811 www.dlrgroup.com

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DLR Group is an integrated design firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, interior design, and building optimization to meet the unique needs of clients around the globe. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design.

(ALPHABETICAL) EXHIBITORS

Durham School Services 4300 Weaver Parkway Warrenville, IL 60555-3919 800-950-0485 www.durhamschoolservices.com

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Durham School Services is a full-service student transportation provider dedicated to getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn.

E. Dillon & Company 2522 Swords Creek Road Swords Creek, VA 24649 276-873-6816 www.edillon.com

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Eddie Eagle 11250 Waples Mill Road Fairfax, VA 22030 703-267-1574 www.nrahq.org/safety/eddie

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The Eddie Eagle GunSafe® Program teaches children in pre-K through fourth grade the following safety message: “If you see a gun: Stop! Don’t Touch. Run away. Tell a grown up.”

The Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program has reached more than 28 million children in all 50 states with the help of more than 26,000 school teachers and law enforcement officers.

Green Zone

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EDgear is proud to offer the JCampus Student Information System. JCampus is a complete, all-in-one solution that replaces many other systems within a district. We have more to offer inside the core SIS than anyone else, and second to none support.

EdLaw Connection 3472 Main Street Emerald , PA 18080 610-760-2605 nationalschoolboardlaw.com

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A comprehensive online resource for school board members, school administrators and school attorneys, which offers practical and relevant information about and trainings on the laws that affect the daily operations of public schools.

EdLeader21 177 North Church #305 Tucson, AZ 85701 520-623-2466 www.edleader21.com

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EdLeader21 is a Professional Learning Community for leaders who are dedicated to 21st century education. Our 175 members embrace collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and communication, in order to make every student college-, life- and career-ready.

If your school or district is visionary, innovative and committed to transformation, we invite you to join our community.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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E. Dillon & Company is a leading manufacturer of quality, custom-made architectural concrete masonry units, including our Reflective Series, Ground, Split & Matte finish units. Our Reflective Series is your unit masonry alternative to granite or marble. Oversize units available up to 12”x24”. Our superior product line, quality, and service make E. Dillon your #1 choice for Architectural Masonry.

EDgear—Software That Empowers Educators 714 North Ashley Ridge Loop Shreveport, LA 71106 800-509-7070 www.edgear.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Edlio 12910 Culver Boulevard, Suite I Los Angeles, CA 90066 310-598-2846 www.edlio.com

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Edlio creates custom designed websites with an intuitive CMS. Edmodo 1200 Park Place, Suite 400 San Mateo, CA 94043 650-513-2375 www.edmodo.com

EXHIBITORS

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Edmodo’s mission is connecting all learners with the people and resources they need to reach their full potential. Edmodo protects the privacy and security of students and teachers by providing a closed, private platform in which they can collaborate, share content, and leverage educational apps to augment inclassroom learning.

Education Development Center 43 Foundry Avenue Waltham, MA 02453 617-618-2462 www.edc.org

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Since 1958, EDC has supported schools, districts, and states in improving pre-K through 12 students’ education and well-being.

Our services include rigorous research and evaluation, innovative and effective curricula and professional development, and clienttailored technical assistance. Please stop by our booth and find out how we can help your district ensure all students reach their full potential.

Education Facilities Clearinghouse 1 Old Oyster Point Road Newport News , VA 23602 757-269-2214 www.efc.gwu.edu

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The Education Facilities Clearinghouse (EFC) provides a website of best practices, technical assistance and training to school divisions.

The EFC is a program of George Washington University and is fully-funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

Education Logistics, Inc. 3000 Palmer Street Missoula, MT 59808-1671 406-728-0893 www.edulog.com

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Education Logistics (Edulog) is the largest and most innovative supplier of software and services for K-12 transportation and GIS management. We provide affordable and effective solutions for GPS, bus routing, driver/ passenger management, parent notification, and boundary planning.

Educatius International 22 Battermarch Street, 5th Floor Boston, MA 02109 800-301-6014 www.educatius.org

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Educatius International provides the opportunity for students from other countries to attend high school in the U.S. on a Tuition Paying Basis while providing a stipend for the host family. In addition, Educatius hires and trains local residents to become International Coordinators who provide support to the student, family and school. Educatius works with a large number of public, private day, and boarding schools across the United States.

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(ALPHABETICAL) EXHIBITORS

EduPortal e-Convene 5105 200th Street, SW, Suite 200 Lynnwood, WA 98036 425-977-2100 www.eduportal.com

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EduPortal® Paperless Board Meetings. Sign-up for your free, no-obligation 90-day trial today at www.eduportal.com. Paperless Meetings are Painless Meetings with EduPortal e-Convene!

Edventures in Learning, Inc. 1916 Colony Drive Toledo, OH 43614 800-725-5418 edventuresinlearning.com

417

Emerald Data Solutions, makers of BoardDocs 519 Johnson Ferry Road, NE, Suite A100 Marietta, GA 30068 800-407-0141

www.boarddocs.com

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Over 2,000 organizations use BoardDocs to dramatically lower costs, increase transparency and reduce board packet preparation by up to 75%. Our cloud-based solutions are so easy to use, your organization will operate more effectively, from day one.

Green Zone

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Engaging Schools collaborates with districts and schools to build a learning-focused culture by providing hands-on professional development and resources to support instructional practice, classroom management, student advisory programs, and schoolwide discipline and student support.

Engineering is Elementary 1 Science Park Boston, MA 02114 617-589-3108 www.eie.org

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Engineering is Elementary® offers 20 integrated STEM units to be used flexibly (grades 1-5).

It is research-based, teacher-tested, and aligned with NGSS. Through hands-on design challenges, students apply science and math, to design, create, and improve possible solutions. Through this constructivist, projectbased experience, students realize, everyone can engineer!

Enovative Technologies 11935 Worcester Highway Bishopville, MD 21813 800-742-5129 www.enovativetech.com

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Our TENS massagers are the leading devices for portable relief of pain and discomfort. With great ease of use, breadth of features and appreciable results, the e-Pulse Ultra and Magic Massage Ultra devices are both elegant and effective.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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We are a global firm that specializes in aligning stakeholders with their organization’s strategic initiatives. Our goal is to ensure that our clients’ stakeholders understand their role in success—the execution of strategy. We have met with great success in the K-12 education marketplace. Together with our clients, we have won national awards for community engagement from NSBA, GFOA & ASBO.

Engaging Schools 23 Garden Street Cambridge, MA 02138 617-492-1764 www.engagingschools.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) eSchoolView 240 North Fifth Street, Suite 200 Columbus, OH 43215 614-675-5557 eschoolview.com

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eSchoolView provides education websites and software. In addition to our easy-to-use content management system (CMS), we have other software that can be integrated via one platform, saving resources—Instant Connect, Facilities Management, Mobile Suite, PR Consulting and more.

ESSDACK 1500 East 11th Avenue, Suite 200 Hutchinson, KS 67501 877-563-9566 www.essdack.org

EXHIBITORS

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ESSDACK provides leadership, innovation, and solutions to educators across the nation.

Beyond professional learning and consulting, ESSDACK provides an array of services and technology products. All delivered by an experienced, dedicated staff.

Excel Dryer 357 Chestnut Street East Longmeadow, MA 01028-2742 888-998-7704 www.exceldryer.com

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Excel Dryer is the manufacturer of the finest American-made hand dryers featuring the patented high-speed, energy-efficient XLERATOR® hand dryer. XLERATOR represents a 95% cost savings vs. paper towels and helps reduce labor, maintenance and waste.

Cutting Edge AveNEW Exemplary Schools Organization 355 Compass Point Drive, Unit 201 Bradenton, FL 34209 610-656-8762 ExemplarySchoolsOrg.com

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Our founders are recent practitioners who know from practical experience what it takes to create high-performing schools and districts. Our organization believes that it is possible for all schools/districts to not only achieve excellence, but to soar to World Class levels by establishing a set of proven steps to develop a results-based continuous improvement culture.

Explore The Trades 125 Little Canada Road W Little Canada, MN 55117 651-789-8518 www.explorethetrades.org

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Explore the Trades is focused on helping students find lucrative careers in the Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical service industry. With job growth at 20% and a 60% turnover of employees, by 2020 there are huge opportunities for students to have well-paying careers for life.

Explorica 145 Tremont Street Boston, MA 02111 888-310-7120 www.explorica.com

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Founded in 2000, Explorica helps teachers create educational tours full of authentic, interactive learning experiences. We specialize in connecting teachers and students to new cultures, languages and people on educational tours across the globe.

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FASTSIGNS of Waldorf 11750 Business Park Drive, #105 Waldorf, MD 20601 301-329-2220 www.fastsigns.com/2017

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FASTSIGNS of Waldorf is the visual ideas company that helps schools of all sizes raise their visibility, reach the community and accomplish more than they ever thought possible. We provide insightful visibility strategies and planning, expert project services and execution, and a wealth of product solutions, from signs and graphics to interactive classroom tools, and the latest touchscreen hardware.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.

3501 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22226-3599 703-562-6097 www.fdic.gov

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The First Tee is an international youth development organization introducing the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. Through after-school and in-school programs, we help shape the lives of young people by reinforcing values through the game of golf. Our research-proven programs are having a positive impact on participants, their families and their communities.

First Student, Inc. 600 Vine Street, Suite 1400 Cincinnati, OH 45202 866-960-6274 www.firststudentinc.com

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First Student strives to provide the best start and finish to every school day by completing six million student journeys daily for 1,300 school district contracts. For more information, visit firststudentinc.com.

FIS (formerly SunGard K-12) 3 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-849-7221 www.sungardk12.com

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FIS (formerly SunGard® K-12 Education) offers software solutions that serve one out of six students nationally for Student Information, Curriculum and Assessment, Special Education, and Financial and Human Resource Management.

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Marketplace

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In 2008, the FDIC launched Money Smart for Young Adults. This curriculum helps instructors teach youth between ages 12 and 20 the basics of handling their money, including how to create positive relationships with financial institutions. It is aligned with educational standards for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

The First Tee 760 425 South Legacy Trail, World Golf Village Saint Augustine, FL 32092 904-940-4335 www.thefirsttee.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Focused Fitness 2426 S Dishman Mica Spokane Valley, WA 99206 509-327-3181

www.focusedfitness.org/curriculum

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Focused Fitness is the leading source of effective, evidence-based Pre-K through 12 fitness and coordinated school health curriculum resources including full-feature, web-based, customizable software system.

Follett 1340 Ridgeview Drive McHenry, IL 60050 815-578-7274 follettlearning.com

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Follett provides educationally relevant content, integrated educational technology solutions, and value-added services to over 65,000 Pre-K through 12 schools and districts in the United States and around the world. We focus on earning our customers’ trust every day and helping you impact over 35,000,000 Pre-K through 12 students every year.

French Toast 100 West 33rd Street, Suite 1012 New York, NY 10001-2914 212-502-6037 www.frenchtoast.com

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French Toast is the leading brand of schoolwear in the country. Providing a uniform for a kid’s life, we have helped numerous communities create and implement school dress code policies.

Frontline Technologies Group, LLC 1400 Atwater Drive Malvern, PA 19355 866-574-9169 www.frontlinek12.com

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Frontline Technologies gives districts the tools to effectively manage their employees through best-in-class HR software built exclusively for K-12. Over 5,000 school districts use Frontline solutions including AppliTrack for recruiting, screening and employee file management; Aesop for automated sub-calling and absence management; and VeriTime for time and attendance management.

Futures Education, LLC 136 William Street Springfield, MA 01105 413-788-2171 www.futureshealth.com

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For well over a decade, Futures Education has been a school partner in supporting efficiency and effectiveness in special education. Articles about the work of Futures Education have been published in Education Week Magazine and District Administration Magazine. Futures Education is staffed by well-experienced practitioners, many of whom are parents of special needs children, and all of whom advocate for people with handicapping conditions.

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GCA Education Services 4702 Western Avenue Suite 101 Knoxville, TN 37921-3303 888-736-0863 www.gcaservices.com/k-12

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GCA Education Services is a leading provider of comprehensive Custodial, Facilities Operations and Maintenance and Grounds services to over 300 education clients throughout the United States.

Global School Services 196 Alps Road, Suite 48-6982 Athens, GA 30604 800-874-4852 www.globalschoolservices.com

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Global Tech LED 8901 Quality Road Bonita Springs, FL 34135 www.globaltechled.com

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This is it, the world’s brightest, lowest cost, most powerful and technically-advanced LED Sports Light for the Sustainable World Sports Stage: The Titan 112. There is no limit to its capabilities! 20% more efficient and 50% less costly than any on the market today.

Guaranteed for 10 years, rated for over 50 years of life! Maximum wattage capability 1500 Watts!

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Providing solutions to improve the financial management of school districts.

Graduate Follow-up by LifeTrack Services 1271 Port Drive Clarkston, WA 99403-1852 800-738-6466 www.graduate-surveys.com

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Graduate follow-up surveys, senior exit surveys, season-ending athletic surveys, and middle school surveys. It’s much easier to impact the education of students still in your system after getting feedback from those that have gone through. Visit us at #834.

Great Expectations Foundation 9202 Thompson Lake Drive Missouri City, TX 77459 405-514-7599 www.greatexpectationsok.org

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This company will showcase its latest products and services.

Gumdrop Cases 10 Clay Street, Suite 275 Oakland, CA 94607 925-263-4156 www.gumdropcases.com

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Gumdrop Cases is the manufacturer of premium ruggedized cases for iPads and other popular tablets. Gumdrop Cases are a top choice for K-12 Education.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Global School Services (GSS) is a K-12 resource for both domestic and international schools.

Our services were defined and established by current K-12 Superintendents who needed a quality agent to act on their school’s behalf.

Our services include (1) procurement/logistics, (2) facility designs, (3) advanced learning environments, and (4) technology/consulting services.

Government Finance Officers Association 203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-578-2282 www.gfoa.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Hampden Engineering Corporation 1329 99 Shaker Road East Longmeadow, MA 01028 800-253-2133 www.hampden.com

Hazelden Publishing PO Box 176 Center City, MN 55012-0176 800-328-9000 www.hazelden.org

Hampden Engineering Corporation is the world’s leader in educational training equipment. We provide equipment for secondary, post-secondary, two-year technical colleges, four-year colleges, industrial, military and governmental training programs, as well as all workforce programs.

This company will showcase its latest products and services.

Hands-On Equations® PO Box 3328 Allentown, PA 18106 800-993-6284 www.borenson.com

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Hands-On Equations®, a whole-brained approach, for teaching algebraic concepts to students from grades 3 through High School Special Ed. Learn about our new Developing Fractions Sense program. See our website for research and standards information.

Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. 1475 East Woodfield Road, 14th Floor Schaumburg, IL 60173 877-724-8465 www.hyasearch.com

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Leadership, Planning and Analytics are the focus of ECRA Group and Hazard, Young, Attea & Assoc. Leadership and effective information are critical for district decision making. ECRA & HYA services include: Executive Searches & Recruitment; Leadership Development; Superintendent Transition Planning; Strategic Planning; Performance Evaluation; District Dashboard to monitor progress on critical goal indicators; Return on Investment.

HDE 639 Grammes Lane Allentown, PA 18104 484-765-2014 hdeshop.com/education.html

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Apple devices in the Apple Education Program, such as shock proof cases for iPads and Air versions, Macbook Pro and Macbook Air Cases, Keyboard skins.

Heery International 999 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30309-3915 800-52H-eery www.heery.com

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Heery is a full-service architecture, engineering, program management, interior design and construction management firm with offices throughout the U.S. Hellas Construction 1147 12710 Research Boulevard, Suite 240 Austin, TX 78759-4319 512-250-2910 www.hellasconstruction.com Hellas is a nationwide contractor with a strong reputation for delivering quality sports construction projects.

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Hitech Assets, Inc. 401 North Portland Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73107 405-604-4872 www.hitech-assets.com

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Ideal Jewelry 6 Cornfield Terrace Flemington, NJ 08822 908-500-2557 www.myidealjewelry.com

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Preserve your schools’ brand, Protect against possible liabilities and Profit from re-marketable electronic equipment. HiTech Assets is R2/RIOS-certified, maintains a zero landfill policy and will work with you to build a FERPA-compliant ITAD program.

Sterling silver jewelry from around the world!

With natural and semi-precious gemstones, each piece is unique and handcrafted. Stop by to see our beautiful jewelry from Bali, Thailand, India, Nepal, Tibet, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and other countries.

Honeywell Building Solutions 325 1985 Douglas Drive North Minneapolis, MN 55422 800-345-6770 www.honeywell.com/buildingsolutions

iKeepSafe 97 South Second Street 100 #244 San Jose, CA 95113 703-852-9066 ikeepsafe.org

IC Bus 2701 Navistar Drive Lisle, IL 60532 331-332-3518 www.icbus.com

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IC Bus is the leading school bus manufacturer with a large selection of engines to meet your needs, including our new CE Series Powered

by Propane. We hold our buses to a higher standard. Yours. Please visit us at ICBus.com for more information.

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Parents and educators trust iKeepSafe for guidance and training in implementing effective, safe, and responsible technology.

Move schools from reactive risk management to creating a positive digital whole-school culture. Reduce risks and parent concerns with iKeepSafe assessments and communication tools and educational programs.

Cutting Edge AveNEW Innovations In Online Education 21 Lakeview Road Sparta, NJ 07871-2244 973-726-0820 innovationsonlineed.com/

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For close to 10 years, Innovations in Online Education has placed the state-certified teacher and the student in the virtual classroom together in real time for superior online learning. IOE humanizes and globalizes e-learning. Stop by our booth and find out why IOE is the leader in online learning and the industry is playing catch-up to us.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Honeywell can help you convert energy challenges into opportunity with a performance contract. This concept is simple: money saved on energy or operating costs can be used to pay for improvements without the need for capital funding. Partnering with Honeywell gives you the security of our proven track record for providing results.

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EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) InsuraTech 11611 North Meridian Street, Suite 600 Carmel, IN 46032 317-324-6966 www.insuratech.net

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InsuraTech provides an insurance and management system for students and faculty mobile devices. We can also offer protective cases for all types of mobile devices at a reduced rate.

InterCom Network 329 4210 Fairfax Corner West Avenue, Suite 215 Fairfax, VA 22030-8619 800-815-7150 www.electronicschoolboard.com

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Revolutionize your District with Paperless Board Meetings! ElectronicSchoolBoard is the most-advanced web-based application to fully automate the entire process from building electronic initiatives to conducting synchronized Paperless Board Meetings. Use ElectronicSchoolBoard to access your board packets, policies, minutes and historical information at the touch of a button. Come see for yourself.

Interkal, LLC 5981 East Cork Street Kalamazoo, MI 49001-9609 269-349-1521 www.interkal.com

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International Baccalaureate Organization 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 200W Bethesda, MD 20314 301-202-3098 www.ibna.org

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IB offers international education programs to 4,388 schools in 132 countries for students age 3-19, developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

International Society for Technology in Education 180 West 8th Avenue, Suite 300 Eugene, OR 97401-3042 800-336-5191 www.iste.org

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The International Society for Technology in Education is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to the widely-adopted ISTE Standards for learning, teaching and leading in the digital age, ISTE represents education professionals worldwide.

Interkal is a manufacturer of Telescopic Gymseating, Stadium Chairs and Platform Chairs.

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IntraLogic Solutions 504 Hicksville Road Massapequa, NY 11758 516-799-7061 www.ilsny.com

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IntraLogic Solutions is the leader in Security Systems, Video Surveillance, Access Control, Burglar and Fire Alarms, Panic Devices, One Button Lock Down and provides the ability to integrate a wide range of systems into one central location for easy end user monitoring. iSchool Initiative 1515 5500 Interstate North Parkway, Suite 455 Atlanta, GA 30328 404-242-9591 ischoolinitiative.com

JC Penney/IZOD Schoolwear 7111 West Indian School Road, #125 Phoenix, AZ 85033-3133 877-301-6400 www.izoded.com

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At Johnson Controls, we’re in the business of creating healthier, more productive environments for school districts around the world. We can improve every aspect of your district’s operation, from modernizing the equipment and systems in your facilities to using technology that increases productivity.

We can even help you fund improvements and on-going maintenance, stop at the booth and ask us how.

Justice Technology Information Center 700 North Frederick Avenue Bldg. 181, Room 1L30 Gaithersburg, MD 20879 301-519-6208 www.justnet.org/

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As a program of the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), JTIC is the conduit between researchers and criminal justice professionals in the field for technology issues. JTIC plays a crucial role in enabling NIJ to carry out its mission to assist state, local, tribal and federal law enforcement, corrections and other criminal justice agencies in addressing their technology needs and challenges.

JCPenney offers the comfortable IZOD schoolwear line perfect for uniforms, dress codes and spirit days. Schools and PTAs can be eligible for a 5% Cash Gift Reward on purchased items.

Green Zone

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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iSchool Initiative guides school districts through mobile technology integration.

Providing everything from strategic planning to professional development services, iSi focuses on building the right culture for schools at every stage of their initiative.

Johnson Controls, Inc. 507 East Michigan Street, M19 Milwaukee, WI 53202-5202 414-524-5700 www.johnsoncontrols.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) K12 Insight 2291 Wood Oak Drive, Suite 300 Herndon, VA 20171 703-542-9632 www.k12insight.com

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K12 Insight is the category leader in helping school leaders build trust with all stakeholders by building a culture of superior customer service and leading by listening. Through technology tools, human expertise and training programs, K12 Insight helps school districts create and implement a strategy to meet the communication challenges brought on by Social Media.

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Kärcher North America 4555 Airport Way Denver, CO 80239 720-255-3186 www.windsorkarchergroup.com

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The Keystone Purchasing Network is a national cooperative purchasing program that saves you time and money on the products that you use everyday. More information and a membership application are available at www.theKPN.org or call 888-490-3182.

KI 1330 Bellevue Street Green Bay, WI 54302-2119 800-424-2432 www.ki.com

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KI manufactures furniture and moveable walls specifically designed for high-performance learning areas, including classrooms, computer labs, lecture halls, cafes, admin office/ conference areas, lounge/breakout areas, libraries and media centers, and more.

Kärcher North America the leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial and consumer cleaning equipment in North America.

Kelly Educational Staffing 425 North Andalusia Avenue Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 713-385-8855 www.kellyeducationalstaffing.com

Keystone Purchasing Network 90 Lawton Lane Milton, PA 17847 888-490-3182 www.theKPN.org

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Kelly Educational Staffing (KES) is a complete workforce solutions provider and the first staffing provider to develop a comprehensive education talent management solution.

KES is the largest provider of substitute teachers nationwide with 100% success rate in improving district performance. We help districts save money and operate at peak capacity by fulfilling all talent needs.

Kohl’s/Chaps 314 625 Madison Avenue, 4th Floor New York, NY 10022 877-301-6400 chapsedu.com Kohl’s and Chaps have teamed up to supply a wide array of mix-and-match tops and bottoms.

Perfect for uniforms, dress codes or any occasion that calls for a little dress up.

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LaserShield 133 South Church Street Las Cruces, NM 88001 575-635-1562

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This company will showcase its latest products and services.

Cutting Edge AveNEW Learner First, LLC 520 112th Avenue, NE Suite 101 Bellevue, WA 98004 425-830-3932 www.thelearnerfirst.com

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LearnOnPoint, Inc. 15300 Red Arrow Highway Union Pier, MI 49129 269-586-4235 learnonpoint.com

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LearnOnPoint provides groundbreaking literacy and learning tools that supplement most any curriculum. Brian Kissman, President and Founder of LearnOnPoint, offers consulting and teacher training with a “show, don’t tell approach.” Brian is the author of two groundbreaking supplemental literacy and learning tools—Phonics Things and Literacy Mats. Learners “learn to learn.”

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Lions Quest is a comprehensive social and emotional learning (SEL) youth development program that promotes character education, bullying prevention, drug awareness, and service-learning. Lions Quest also promotes a caring, safe, well-managed, and participatory learning environment that allows students to develop 21st century life skills.Visit www.lionsquest.org to learn more about Lions Quest.

Love146 PO Box 8266 New Haven, CT 06530 203-772-4420 www.love146.org/notanumber

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Love146 is an international human rights organization working to end child trafficking and exploitation through prevention and survivor care. To prevent the exploitation of children, we must reach them before traffickers do. Not a #Number is an interactive curriculum designed to teach youth how to protect themselves through information, critical thinking, and skill development.

MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. 8761 A Ely Road Pensacola, FL 32514 850-434-2080 www.mainstage.com

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MainStage has served the education community over 30 years. As an industry leader offering a wide range of products, services and solutions, MainStage provides anything from a replacement lamp to full design/build construction projects.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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This session will focus on the board’s critical role in governance for accelerated change, by supporting leaders to implement deep change, measuring what is truly important, and helping shatter the assumptions that hinder student success. The Learner First approach to wholesystem change finds leverage points for deep system exshift using the lens of the students whom the system has failed to serve.

Lions Quest 300 West 22nd Street Oak Brook, IL 60523 630-468-6965 www.lions-quest.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) MasteryPrep 7117 Florida Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70806 855-922-8773 www.masteryprep.com

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Prepare your students for the ACT and other college and career testing. We offer affordable programs with proven test score increase results that help teachers and students prepare for the future. Visit us at booth 1218 or www.MasteryPrep.com.

McPherson & Jacobson, LLC 7905 L Street, Suite 310 Omaha, NE 68127-1732 888-375-4814 www.macnjake.com

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McPherson & Jacobson, one of the top national search firms, has been conducting superintendent searches for Boards since 1991, and has conducted over 600 searches, including numerous national searches. We also offer board and planning workshops.

Mental Health First Aid USA 1400 K Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20006 202-684-3743 www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org

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Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour public education program that introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental illnesses, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common supports. The Youth Mental Health First Aid curriculum is designed to teach family members, teachers, school staff, and others how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

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Musco Sports Lighting, Inc. PO Box 808 100 First Avenue West Oskaloosa, IA 52577-0808 800-825-6020 www.musco.com

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For nearly 40 years, Musco has specialized in the design and manufacture of athletic field lighting. Musco’s Light Structure Green™ offers significant advantages for your budget and for the environment.

Mutualink, Inc. 1269 South Broad Street Wallingford, CT 06492 203-741-5684 www.mutualink.net

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Mutualink instantly connects schools with first responders, enabling seamless communications during an emergency.

School radios, phones and mobile devices are connected with emergency dispatch and responders arriving on scene, eliminating timewasting telephone relays and message errors.

Nabholz Construction Services 1718 Aldersgate Road Little Rock, AR 72205 501-650-0440 www.nabholz.com

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Founded in 1949 on the principles of honesty and integrity, Nabholz is a leading national construction-related service provider for school districts.

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The NAMM Foundation 5790 Armada Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008-4608 760-438-8001 www.namm.org

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The NAMM Foundation promotes access to a complete education that includes music and arts instruction for all children. The Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) program is a signature program of The NAMM Foundation that recognizes and celebrates schools and districts for their support and commitment to music education. For more information about the NAMM Foundation visit nammfoundation.org.

National Affiliation of Superintendent Searches (NASS) 4240 Lomac Street Montgomery, AL 36106 334-386-9434

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As the world’s leader in school-based policing, NASRO’s mission is to provide the highest quality of training to SROs in order to promote safer schools and kids. NASRO is a not-for-profit organization for SROs, school administrators, and school security/safety professionals working as partners to protect students, faculty and staff, and their school community.

National Center of Technological Literacy/Museum of Science, Boston 1117 The Museum of Science One Science Park Boston, MA 02114 617-589-3101 www.mos.org/nctl/ The National Center for Technological Literacy® (NCTL®), established by the Museum of Science, Boston, offers standards-based curricula and professional development that integrates engineering in PreK-12 schools to inspire future engineers and innovators. NCTL has been recognized numerous times including as part of President Obama’s Educator to Innovate campaign and the Massachusetts STEM Academy.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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When you need a new a superintendent, you need someone who can make a successful match. Your state school boards association is the right choice. Through NASS, your association shares job postings, vets candidates and works to recruit highly qualified candidates who will meet your needs.

National Association of School Resource Officers, Inc. 2020 Valleydale Road, Suite 207A Hoover, AL 35244 888-316-2776 www.nasro.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) National FFA Organization PO BOX 68960 6060 FFA Drive Indianapolis, IN 46268 317-802-4334 www.ffa.org

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The National FFA is a dynamic organization that changes lives and empowers its members to set a course to the future. FFA operates within the context of school-based agricultural education, contextual and experiential learning model.

National Joint Powers Alliance PO Box 219 202 12th Street, NE Staples, MN 56479-0219 888-894-1930 www.njpacoop.org

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The National Joint Powers Alliance® (NJPA) is a public agency with over 13,000 member school districts. NJPA serves all government, education and non-profit entities with nationally leveraged and competitively solicited purchasing contracts. There is no cost, no obligation or liability to join or participate in the NJPA contract purchasing program.

National Peanut Board 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1150 Atlanta, GA 30339 866-825-7946 nationalpeanutboard.org/

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Through NPB, peanut farmers from across the U.S. come together to contribute to the research and promotion of USA-grown peanuts—including recipes, nutrition information, and myth-busting facts about food safety and peanut allergy.

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National School Boards Association 1680 Duke Street, 2nd Floor Alexandria, VA 22314 703-838-6722 www.nsba.org

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The National School Boards Association is the leading advocate for public education. Working with and through our state associations, NSBA advocates for equity and excellence in public education through school board leadership.

National School Public Relations Association 15948 Derwood Road Rockville, MD 20855 301-519-0486 www.nspra.org

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NSPRA is a national organization for building community understanding and support for schools. Our services include professional public engagement, marketing, communication materials, resources, consulting services including communication audits and plans for accountability.

National School Transportation Association 122 South Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314 800-222-6782 www.yellowbuses.org

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NSTA is the only national organization representing the interests and concerns of school transportation contractors. Our members include companies of all sizes who share one common goal: making school transportation safe, affordable, and efficient for school districts.

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Navajo Jewelry and Crafts 2904 18th Street, NW Albuquerque, NM 87104-2442 503-345-5750

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Beautiful, hand-crafted jewelry made by a Navajo family.

Neola 3914 Clock Pointe Trail, Suite 103 Stow, OH 44224-2931 800-407-5815 www.neola.com

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Neola provides school districts with a complete service for developing and updating Board Bylaws and Policies, Administrative Guidelines/ Procedures, Forms, Staff Handbooks and Student/Parent Handbooks in electronic and printed format.

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CSDNET is different. We’re owned and managed by tech geeks, and we love technology way too much to compromise it! So we build the most powerful and secure networks around by using the technology that is right for your district—no matter the name on the box. And at CSDNET we deliver on every promise. Stop by our booth, booth #436, and let us show you proof of how CSDNET is different.

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The New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race is challenging America’s schools to collectively walk, jog, and run one billion miles!

Participation is free and easy, and schools have the opportunity to win grants and prizes when they contribute miles to the national goal. More than 4,000 schools nationwide are already taking part, and thousands more are expected to join them.

NextTier Education 30 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2100 Chicago, IL 60602 312-690-9996 www.nexttiereducation.com

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NextTier Education is a comprehensive task management tool for college applications that brings students, parents and counselors together on a single platform. Game mechanics keep students engaged and rewarded as they move forward.

NGI Sports/River City Athletics, LLC 2807 Walker Road Chattanooga, TN 37421 800-835-0033 www.ngisports.com

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NGI provides surfacing for running tracks and tennis courts, with a legacy of innovation, enduring performance, and stewardship reducing impact on the environment—finding the best materials and methods to help you play harder, higher, faster, longer.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET 874 Montauk Highway Bayport, NY 11705 671 924 7474

www.csdnet.net

New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race 150 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA 02118 617-636-0943 www.billionmilerace.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Nightlock Lockdown Classroom Door Barricade 1400 East Coldwater Road Flint, MI 48505 855-644-4856 www.classroomlockdown.com

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One Source—The Background Check Company PO Box 24148 Omaha, NE 68124 800-608-3645 www.onesourcebackground.com

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Classroom Door Barricade device: this emergency lockdown tool allows teachers to quickly barricade the classroom door from inside the classroom. Protects during extreme emergency events such as Active Shooter scenarios. Fast, easy, and very economical.

For nearly 30 years, One Source has been helping schools limit liability and make informed hiring and contract decisions. Our goal is to enhance our clients’ success by providing fast, accurate and affordable results.

Your People, Our Priority.

NovusAGENDA 2900 Glades Circle, #250 Weston, FL 33327 800-274-5624 www.novusolutions.com

openSUSE MaxfeldStr 5 Nuremberg, Bavaria 90409 Germany 49 15140527276 www.opensuse.org/

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NovusAGENDA is proven electronic board meeting software designed to help create, approve and track meeting items. This board portal software allows organizations to save time and money by automating their paperintense process while reducing board member preparation time. Also ask about our video streaming options.

NWEA 121 NW Everett Portland, OR 97209 503-624-1951 www.nwea.org

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The OECD Test for Schools test yields rich data on achievement, while also providing perspective relative to national and global socio-economic status. In a time when the world is becoming smaller and more specialized, a test that helps constituents understand if their school is preparing students for contributing in the global market becomes critical.

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Thank you for your interest in openSUSE. We are a worldwide project that provides free software to users around the world. The software has multiple educational uses and sets students up for success who seek a career in coding and computer science. The software can be used by novice and advanced users.

Optoma 3178 Laurelview Court Fremont, CA 94538 510-897-8600 www.optomausa.com

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Optoma Technology delivers projectors to educators, businesses, professional installers and consumers. Optoma’s product portfolio features digital projectors for mobile or fixed installations, classrooms, auditoriums and large venues. At Optoma, we combine superior image processing with exceptional engineering to deliver images that are bright, crystal clear and finely-tuned for tone and color.

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OraSure Technologies 220 East 1st Street Bethlehem, PA 18015-1360 610-882-1820 www.orasure.com

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OraSure Technologies, the pioneers of oral fluid drug testing, offers testing products for drugs of abuse, cotinine and alcohol. The Intercept® and OraSure® Oral Fluid Tests offer laboratory confidence with oral fluid convenience. Q.E.D.®, our point-of-care alcohol test offers quantitative ethanol detection with a high correlation to blood levels.

OSC World 170 Earle Avenue Lynbrook, NY 11563 800-227-0672 www.oscworld.com

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Otto Trading, Inc. 1921 Carnegie Avenue, Suite C Santa Ana, CA 92705 714-540-5595 www.irestmassager.com

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The Otus Student Performance Platform, designed specifically for K-12 school systems, is the first system that integrates student learning data from third-party assessment and content providers with real-time, classroom data.

Outdoor Aluminum, Inc. PO Box 118 1989 East Highway 52 Geneva, AL 36340 334-684-2296 www.outdooraluminum.com

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Outdoor Aluminum is a manufacturer of permanent grandstands, portable bleachers, benches, picnic tables and other related outdoor seating products.

Panorama Education 109 Kingston Street, 5th Floor Boston, MA 02111 617-356-8123 panoramaed.com

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Panorama Education helps America’s leading schools gather feedback with student, parent, and teacher surveys, and analyze them with actionable reports. Serving over 6,500 schools nationwide, Panorama’s expert implementation staff works closely with school districts to ensure the highest quality of research-based survey data.

This company will showcase its latest products and services.

Green Zone

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Digital Fly monitors Social Media to alert schools when potential harmful content is made. Using Geo-Location Mapping and filtered terms/acronyms, data is analyzed for potential threats (bullying, fights, weapons, selfharm) assisting in keeping students and staff safe. • Digital Fly only searches and monitors public messages. • Any private or peer-to-peer communication will not be compromised.

Cutting Edge AveNEW Otus Student Performance Platform 1026 1866 Sheridan Road, Suite 316 Highland Park, IL 60035 773-789-5444 www.otusplus.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL)

PBK Architects 11 East Greenway Plaza, 22nd Floor Houston, TX 77046-1162 713-965-0608 www.PBK.com

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PBK is a multidiscipline architecture and engineering firm with 10 offices in the U.S. Established in 1981 with a long history of design practice in the education market, PBK has an industry-leading reputation for “obsessive” client service.

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Penn Foster 1156 925 Oak Street Scranton, PA 18515 888-427-6300 partners.pennfoster.edu/markets-served/ public-and-private-high-schools Penn Foster has partnered with 1,000+ public and private high schools, helping them increase graduation rates and improve academic outcomes. Our regionally and nationally accredited high school curriculum provides students with the flexibility to earn their diplomas at their own pace. Learn more about our Dropout Retrieval, Credit Recovery and Summer School solutions by calling 1‑888‑427‑6300.

Pearson 1417 8621 Robert Fulton Drive, 2nd Floor Duluth, GA 21046 Perkins+Will 888-440-2890 330 North Wabash Avenue, Suite 3600 www.pearsonschool.com/virtuallearning Chicago, IL 60611-3603 312-755-4510 Every learning moment builds character, shapes dreams, guides futures, and strengthens www.perkinswill.com communities. At Pearson, your learning gives us purpose. We are devoted to creating effective, accessible solutions that provide boundless opportunities for learners at every stage of the learning journey.

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We were founded on the belief that design has the power to transform our lives. By gaining a holistic view of your vision, needs and context, and adding creativity and innovation, our work solves complex problems and transforms educational missions.

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PESG 404 BNA Drive, Suite 407 Nashville, TN 37217 855-747-8233 www.mypesg.com

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PESG is a leading national provider of staffing and service solutions for educational markets.

Whether you need top-notch substitute staffing, world-class facilities management, or other specialty educational services, PESG has the people, processes, and programs in place to help.

The Pin Man—PositivePins.com 802 E 6th Street PO Box 52528 Tulsa, OK 74120 800-282-0085 www.positivepins.com

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Thinking about how you can spend less money on energy and more on education? Stop by the Powering America booth (#1047) in the Green Zone to learn about the electrical upgrades currently being done on educational buildings throughout the U.S. Our electrical contractors and electricians are highly trained and would be an asset to help you navigate a project in renewable energy or energy efficiency.

PreciouStatus 275 Marketplace, Suite 519 Minneapolis, MN 55405 612-338-5774 www.precioustatus.com

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PreciouStatus is the national expert in safe and private teacher-parent engagement, student engagement, and community engagement for schools. PreciouStatus is a FREE mobile communication and marketing platform for educators and parents. Visit www. precioustatus.com.

Preferred Meals 5240 St. Charles Road Berkeley, IL 19341 484-889-8545 www.preferredmealsystems.com

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We offer a quality food service system that works cohesively with your food service staff to provide healthy meals within a cost effective budget. Our “component meal system” assists in major areas such as menu planning and nutritional analysis. If you are facing financial challenges, increased costs and decreased student meal participation, come hear how our solutions can help!

Green Zone

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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The Pin Man/PositivePins.com designs and distributes lapel pins, wearables, lanyards, bags, awards, usb drives, writing instruments and other incentives that recognize board members, administrators, educators, volunteers, parents, students and others.

We provide over 10,000 products that can be imprinted with your school’s emblem or mascot for fundraising and recognition.

Powering America (NECA and IBEW) 1047 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Suite 1100 Bethesda, MD 20814 727-463-1100

www.powering-america.org

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Pride Surveys 2140 Newmarket Parkway SE, Suite 116 Marietta, GA 30067 800-279-6361 www.pridesurveys.com

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Pride Surveys collect reliable data from students, teachers and parents and offer detailed reports which present valuable insight into conditions in school, at home, and in the community that can affect learning.

Pro Grass 960 Penn Avenue, 9th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 866-270-6003 www.prograssturf.com

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Pro Grass provides the nation’s finest synthetic turf solutions for hundreds of schools and teams nationwide. Pro Grass is a leader in the synthetic turf industry and is focused on customer satisfaction. Our experience enables us to be a qualified contributor dealing with field design and installation. We don’t want to be the biggest turf company, BUT THE BEST! ProBlock, LLC PO Box 1037 Salisbury, NC 28145 704-637-5618 www.theproblock.com

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Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. 425 4 Limbo Lane Amherst, NH 03031 800-889-7627-1 www.promedsoftware.com SNAP Health Center by PSNI is an Electronic Health Record (EHR) designed specifically for the school health clinic. Visit booth #425 to learn how to achieve better student health outcomes by streamlining clinic workflow, increasing communication, and providing comprehensive health data analysis.

Project Lead The Way 1330 3939 Priority Way South Drive, Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46240 317-669-0843 www.pltw.org Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a nonprofit organization that provides a transformative learning experience for K-12 students and teachers across the U.S. Through our pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science, students develop in-demand knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an evolving world.

ProBlock was derived from producers, architects, engineers, and masons. ProBlock embraces ASTM C90 changes allowing for thinner web thicknesses, lighter weights (12” = 25 lbs), and an open-ended design that improves mason productivity and safety, thus saving time and money. ProBlock’s unique composition also allows designers to create cost-effective masonry wall systems with R-values up to 18.

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PURELL® 1 GOJO Plaza Akron, OH 44309 614-893-1476 purell.com

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GOJO Industries, Inc., is the leading global producer of skin health and hygiene solutions for away-from-home settings. GOJO formulas use the latest advances in the science of skin care. A comprehensive Hand Hygiene program, including PURELL® IHS, GOJO sanitary sealed soap, and educational materials for use in the classroom has been shown to reduce student absenteeism by 50%.

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This company will showcase unique handmade jewelry—“many artists under one umbrella.”

Qomo 46950 Magellan Drive Wixom, MI 48393 248-960-0985 www.qomo.com

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QOMO is a leading U.S. brand and global manufacturer for educational and corporate presentation technology. We offer complete solutions, a range of products and seamless integration, to transform your workspace into a modern interactive environment. QOMO’s product line includes interactive touchscreens, wireless presentation systems, document cameras, student response systems, and more.

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With over 30 years as a trusted solution for Sports Lighting at High Schools, Colleges and professional stadiums, Qualite is pleased to launch our LED solution for Sports Lighting, the Q-LED System.

Ray and Associates, Inc. 4403 First Avenue SE, Suite 407 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-3221 319-393-3115 www.rayassoc.com

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Ray and Associates has been conducting executive searches for school districts and institutions of higher education for over 37 years. Our continued goal is finding quality leaders for America’s schools and furthering their success through board effectiveness workshops.

Read to Them 2201 West Broad Street, Suite 206 Richmond, VA 23220 804-397-0035 www.readtothem.org

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Read To Them is a non-profit organization that advances family literacy district-wide. Their One District, One Book program provides a strategy for every family in all elementary schools to read a book together, as a community, at the same time.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Purple Umbrella Jewelry PO Box 395 Needham, MA 02494 781-449-0630 www.purpleumbrella.com

Qualite Sports Lighting, Inc. PO Box 765 215 West Mechanic Street Hillsdale, MI 49242-0765 515-608-9539 www.qualite.com

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REMO, Inc. 28101 Industry Drive Valencia, CA 91355-4102 661-294-5600 www.remo.com/health

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Remo can impact school board decisions in the areas of policy, finance and curriculum. We offer fun, rhythm-based tools for curriculum integration, classroom management, and social-emotional skill development. Our instruments and programs help maximize the effectiveness of intervention resources, integrating cross-curricular content while fostering peer support, collaboration and creativity.

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Rentacrate/Hitouch Services 1214 2104 French Settlement Dallas, TX 75212 214-223-9601 www.hitouchservices.com Hitouch Services is committed to education and makes education an integral part of its business model: through its business units, Rentacrate, Unity Educational Products and IT Simplify.

Revolution Foods 8383 Capwell Drive Oakland, CA 94621 510-596-9024 www.revolutionfoods.com

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At Revolution Foods, we support your mission of “Advancing Student Achievement,” by making kid-inspired, chef-crafted food accessible to all students! We offer healthy meals in both schools and stores nationwide!

Renaissance Learning 1141 2911 Peach Street Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494-1905 RF Technologies 1163 715-424-3636 3125 North 126th Street www.renaissance.com Brookfield, WI 53005 Renaissance Learning™ is a leading provider 800-669-9946 of cloud-based K12 assessment and learning www.rft.com analytics with a presence in more than 60 The threat of violence in schools is real. countries around the world. By delivering deep Medical emergencies are unforeseen. Help insight into what students know, what they Alert® Wireless Staff Duress Solution from RF like, and how they learn, Renaissance Learning Technologies uses silent, mobile pendants enables educators to differentiate instruction to summon help with the press of a panic and personalize practice daily. button. Staff in need of assistance can be easily identified and located on clearly identifiable floor plans using smartphones, tablets and computers.

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Road Trip Nation 1626 Placentia Avenue Costa Mesa, CA 92627 949.764.9121 www.roadtripnation.com

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Road Trip Nation creates innovative career exploration resources designed to help individuals find fulfilling jobs that align with their interests. Through popular books, a long-running documentary TV series, and a project-based educational curriculum, Road Trip Nation empowers students to construct meaningful lives around the things they love.

SafeDefend, LLC 104 East Main Street Gardner, KS 66030 913-856-2800 www.safedefend.com

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SafeStop is a mobile app that allows parents to securely track the location of their child’s bus to and from school in real time. It also provides predictive arrival times! If your buses have GPS, you are SafeStop Ready! If not, we can get you there!

Safety Vision, LLC 6100 West Sam Houston Parkway North Houston, TX 77041 800-880-8855

www.safetyvision.com

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School Improvement Network 32 West Center Street Midvale, UT 84047-7367 800-572-1153 www.schoolimprovement.com

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We are the world’s largest provider of ondemand, professional learning resources for educators. These include Edivate—an awardwinning set of tools and resources that helps teachers become more effective, so 100% of students are more successful.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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SafeGuard is a manufacturer of school bus occupant restraint systems: school bus seats with lap and shoulder belts, including the FlexSeat and integrated child seats; and S.T.A.R. add-on pre-k child restraint systems for use with existing school bus seats.

Green Zone

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Safety Vision designs and supplies products that help improve visibility to protect assets, reduce liability, maximize operational efficiency and, most importantly, enhance safety. Safety Vision caters to five key industries—fleet management, law enforcement, mass transit, pupil transportation, and first responders.

SafeDefend, LLC, is the next generation school safety and security provider. We bring a practical, not tactical, approach to school safety. Our comprehensive, law enforcement supported system empowers your staff and gives your families peace of mind.

SafeGuard 18881 IMMI Way Westfield, IN 46074-9689 877-447-2305 www.safeguardseat.com

SafeStop 885 Island Park Drive, Suite 210 Charleston, SC 29492 855-884-2720 www.safestopapp.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) School Nutrition Association 120 Waterfront Street, Suite 300 National Harbor, MD 22305 301-686-3100 www.schoolnutrition.org

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The School Nutrition Association is a national organization representing 55,000 school nutrition professionals nationwide. Founded in 1946, SNA is dedicated to making healthy school meals and nutrition education available to all students.

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SchoolBoogy 4518 Waverly Crossing Lane Chantilly, VA 20151 571-269-7996 www.schoolboogy.com

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The SchoolBoogy Classroom Learning System combines social media technology with a state-of-the-art learning management system. SchoolBoogy encourages kids to spend time in the system both learning and socializing. SchoolBoogy includes state standard-compliant digital curricula, a powerful personal tutoring system, and a state-of-theart integrated social media platform. Students stay engaged.

Scripps National Spelling Bee, Inc. 312 Walnut Street, 28th Floor Cincinnati, OH 45202 www.scripps.com

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As the nation’s largest and longest-running educational promotion, we provide teachers and parents inspiring tools to help students achieve in spelling and learn the words they need to be the listeners, speakers, readers and writers of their dreams.

Seating Concepts 125 Connell Avenue Rockdale, IL 60436 815-483-2237

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This company will showcase its latest product and services.

Securitech Group, Inc. 5460 46th Street Maspeth, NY 11378 718-392-9000 www.securitech.com/qid

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The QID intruder lock is designed to provide maximum deadbolt protection. One simple push of the button assures the teacher that their door is properly secured. This allows the teacher to instantly focus on sheltering the children in place.

Selective Service System 1515 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22209 703-605-4108 www.sss.gov

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Selective Service registration compliance keeps 18-year-old men eligible for college loans and Federal jobs.

SFL+A Architects 333 Fayetteville Street, Suite 225 Raleigh, NC 27601 919-610-2251 www.sfla.biz

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SfL+a Architects, located in Raleigh and Fayetteville, NC, is a full-service architectural firm offering high performance building design, programming, land planning, interior design, space planning and construction administration services.

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Shaw Sports Turf 185 S. Industrial Boulevard Calhoun, GA 30701 866-703-4004 www.shawsportsturf.com

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Shaw Sports Turf is a world-class manufacturer of synthetic turf, representing quality and innovation with over 1,500 installations, including high-profile installations such as the Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, Vanderbilt University, and the University of Arkansas. Shaw Sports Turf is part of Shaw Industries, a world-renowned flooring provider and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire‑Hathaway.

Siemens Industry Inc./ Building Technologies Division 1044 887 Deerfield Parkway Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-4547 847-215-1000 www.usa.siemens.com/k12

Sodexo 283 Cranes Roost Boulevard, #260 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 800-707-4060

www.sodexoUSA.com

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Sodexo, enhancing the learning environment by providing student well being solutions that improve the quality of life. From nutritious meals to clean classrooms to safe playgrounds and more, Sodexo enhances every student’s ability to learn and grow.

SoftChalk 22 South Auburn Avenue Richmond, VA 23221 877-638-2425 www.softchalk.com

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Skyward, Inc. 5233 Coye Drive Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-341-9406 www.skyward.com

Solution Tree 555 North Morton Bloomington, IN 47404 800-733-6786 solution-tree.com

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Skyward has been helping school districts and municipalities improve outcomes, reduce costs, and achieve success since 1980. Skyward’s SIS and ERP solutions are used by more than 1,800 public sector organizations worldwide, from small entities to statewide implementations supporting millions of stakeholders.

Green Zone

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Solution Tree delivers comprehensive professional development to schools and districts around the world. Solution Tree has empowered K–12 educators to raise student achievement through a wide range of services and products.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Siemens is the world market leader for safe, reliable, and energy-efficient buildings.

Our totally-integrated portfolio of solutions and services allows us to help manage building systems and energy efficiency for all educational facilities.

SoftChalk content authoring and hosting solutions are critical to the success of eLearning initiatives, providing educators an easy, affordable way to create their own interactive content that engages students and inspires learning. Lesson content can be delivered in a LMS, on a web-server, mobile devices or in the cloud.

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Source4Teachers/MissionOne 800 Kings Highway North, Suite 405 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 877-983-2244 www.source4teachers.com

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Source4Teachers/MissionOne places thousands of qualified substitute teachers, paraprofessionals and support staff in school districts each day. A leader in the field of recruiting, credentialing, training, and managing school personnel, Source4Teachers/ MissionOne increases district efficiency, improves student productivity and provides significant financial savings.

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SPORT SAFE Testing Service 481 Village Park Drive Powell, OH 43065-9178 614-847-0847 www.sportsafe.com

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SPORT SAFE Testing Service specializes in the development and administration of student, employee, and DOT drug testing programs.

Springboard Education 420 Bedford Street, #110 Lexington, MA 02420 781-879-6271 www.springboardafterschool.com

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Springboard is a nationally recognized Southern Bleacher Company 915 extended day learning program! We provide PO Box One before and after school programs that provide Graham, TX 46450 children with academics, enrichment and 800-433-0912 recreational opportunities in a fun, safe, www.southernbleacher.com structured environment.

Southern Bleacher is your ticket for galvanized steel stadiums with aluminum decking. Our superior workmanship is your solid investment for new venues, renovations and additions.

Choose the best…choose Southern Bleacher!

SRC Solutions, Inc. 4647 Saucon Creek Road, Suite 100 Center Valley, PA 18034 888-262-9830 www.src-solutions.com

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Spectrum Industries, Inc. 1222 SRC Solutions, the only online enrollment PO Box 400 solution to win the District Administration Top Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 100 products award for 2014 and 2015, has 800-235-1262 some exciting features and products for 2016. www.spectrumfurniture.com These include Registration Gateway, Central Innovative Learning and Training Furniture!

Spectrum is a manufacturer of multimedia presentation lecterns, computer desks, collaboration tables, and tablet/laptop carts as a solution for every need and budget.

Records Gateway and Conference Gateway.

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SSC 534 Student Transportation of 1845 Midpark Road, Suite 201 America, Inc. 1128 Knoxville, TN 37921-5951 3349 Hwy. 138 Building A, Suite C 800-765-0129 Wall Township, NJ 07719 www.sscserv.com 885-884-2720 www.RideSTBus.com SSC partners with educational institutions Student Transportation of America is the nationwide to provide quality integrated nation’s largest independent and most trusted facilities programs, including custodial, maintenance, and grounds services. We are provider of school transportation services. STA committed to our customers’ goals and our provides custom transportation solutions to fit the specific needs of your schools. Visit us at employees’ well-being. www.RideSTBus.com to learn more!

Stantec Architecture 515 5717 Legacy Drive, Suite 250 Cutting Edge AveNEW Plano, TX 75024-3689 StudyForge 1028 713-548-5700 905 Badke Road www.stantec.com/our-work/sectors/ Kelowna, BC V1X 5Z5 education-institutional/k-12.html Canada www.studyforge.net When schools succeed, communities succeed.

Stop-Lite 6465 North Avondale Avenue Chicago, IL 60631 866-566-5263 www.stop-lite.net

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Manufacturer of lightweight, handheld LED Stop Signs and safety products. Our signs are rechargeable, weatherproof, and significantly improve the visibility of crossing guards and traffic control points. Our patented design has made Stop-Lite the leading manufacturer of 12” LED handheld signs in the U.S. Other products include LED Vests, Sign accessories, handheld vehicle Jump Starters, and more.

Green Zone

StudyForge’s standalone video curriculum for High School Mathematics and Physics is the perfect primary resource for students in middle and high school. Students love the interactive videos and detailed solutions to every practice problem. Teachers love the granular student tracking and intuitive reporting tools, making it the perfect digital curriculum solution for online and blended classrooms.

SUBWAY 325 Bic Drive Milford, CT 06461-3072 800-888-4848 www.subway.com

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SUBWAY® restaurants has over 44,000 locations, including over 70 school locations. Three options are available with the SUBWAY® School Lunch Program: off-site delivery, on-site with a SUBWAY® franchisee, or on-site with you as the SUBWAY® franchisee.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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When they partner for education, they can achieve great things. Through Stantec’s forward-thinking designs, we help students and communities grow, thrive, and excel.

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) Surface America, Inc. PO Box 157 Williamsville, NY 14231 888-777-6910 www.aturf.com

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SA/A-Turf is the responsible choice for your sports & recreational surfacing needs.

Experience superior quality that delivers the most consistent playability and unparalleled durability. We provide the industry’s most comprehensive and longest warranty.

Swagit 850 Central Parkway East, Suite 100 Plano, TX 75074 214-432-5905 www.swagit.com

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Swagit Productions, LLC, is a leading video production company specializing in providing streaming media solutions to school districts across the nation. Swagits Hands-Free webcasting is the solution for school districts that want the ability to deliver, create, host, and broadcast live or on-demand audio/video content through the internet.

Tarkett Sports Indoor 7445 Cote de Liesse Road, Suite 200 Montreal, QC H4T 1G2 Canada www.tarkettsportsindoor.com

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Tarkett Sports is a division of the Tarkett Group, which was established in 1886. The Tarkett Group has now reached over $2.5 billion in annual sales and is a global leader in commercial, residential, and sports flooring.

Tarkett Sports surfacing solutions include hardwood and synthetic basketball courts, volleyball courts, multipurpose gymnasium floors, weight room flooring, running tracks, and its world-renowned FieldTurf artificial turf.

Teachermatch 4611 North Ravenswood, #101 Chicago, IL 60640 773-332-4366 www.teachermatch.org

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TeacherMatch was founded by dedicated educators who understand that teachers are the most critical factor. We have taken a groundbreaking step forward in advancing the scientific aspects of hiring. Using cutting-edge predictive analytics on teaching effectiveness, our revolutionary platform predicts the impact of teacher candidates on student achievement and identifies the top candidates for teacher positions you need to fill in your schools.

TestRocker 131 Varick Street, Suite 907 New York, NY 10013-1444 212-675-1770 www.testrocker.com

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TestRocker provides comprehensive, online SAT and ACT prep programs that focus on strengthening conceptual knowledge through high quality video instruction. The programs are supported by TRAC 2.0, a data analysis and management system perfect for supporting district test prep initiatives. Score increases average 180 and 3-4 points, respectively. Come by booth 759 for more info.

Tetra Analytix 196 South 100 West Logan, UT 84321 888-315-4735 www.conditions4learning.com

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Tetra Analytix (Conditions4Learning) provides schools with innovative data collection and reporting systems. We provide our partners with the technology to collect and analyze the “right” data that will make a difference in instruction.

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TIPS 4845 US Highway 271 North Pittsburg, TX 75686 866-839-8477 www.tips-usa.com

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The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) is a purchasing cooperative serving public and private school districts, colleges, universities, federal, state, county and city municipalities.

Trane One Centennial Avenue Piscataway, NJ 08855 630-734-3200 www.trane.com

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Transportation Sector Consultants 885 Island Park Drive, Suite 210 Daniel Island, SC 29492 800-308-3889 www.tscpartners.com

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Transportation Sector Consultants offers transportation management services to improve the way your school district operates its own fleet. With TSC, you have access to our knowledge, our technology, and our experience with enhancing school transportation fleets from 10 to 10,000 vehicles.

Green Zone

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Treker’s real-time school bus and student ridership GPS tracking solution provides a unique communication platform for administrators, parents, and drivers. Treker tracks and displays real-time bus location, provides estimated bus arrival time, and records students on boarding and off boarding the bus. Administrators and parents know the location of buses and students in real-time to enhance student safety.

U.S. Department of Justice 2277 Research Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850 301-519-6208 www.ojp.usdoj.gov

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OJP strives to enhance the Nation’s ability to prevent and reduce crime. Programs include efforts to address crime, improve the criminal and juvenile justice systems, increase awareness of crime-related issues, and meet the needs of crime victims.

Ultimate RB, Inc. 1430 North Main Street Delphos, OH 45833 419-692-3000 www.ultimaterb.com

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Ultimate RB, Inc., is an AMERICAN manufacturer of recycled rubber products that are used in both indoor and outdoor rubber surfacing materials. Materials have passed all critera for ASTM & EPA testing, Leeds Score and Floor Score.

First Time Exhibitor

Marketplace

Music & Arts Main Street

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Trane solutions help create high performance classrooms and sustainable school buildings that are fiscally and environmentally responsible. Our careful attention to the needs of the building and its occupants significantly improves the quality and delivery of education, promoting productivity and student engagement.

Cutting Edge AveNEW Treker, LLC 222 Broadway, 19th Floor New York, NY 10038 904-612-1998 www.treker.com

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL) University of Phoenix Online 100 Highfield Drive Lee, MA 01238 866-899-7404 www.phoenix.edu/schooldistricts

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Phoenix’s innovative professional development and degree programs are designed to help meet the challenges of a 21st-century education. Education is changing, teachers need to individualize instruction, address Common Core Standards and incorporate technology into lesson plans. If you want to impact learning, and navigate these issues in your district’s classrooms, visit www.phoenix. edu/education.

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Vanir Construction Management, Inc. 552 4540 Duckhorn Drive, Suite 300 Sacramento, CA 95834 888-912-1201 www.vanir.com Vanir Construction Management, Inc., has been providing quality program, project and construction management services to our education clients for 30+ years. Our progressive growth and quality of service positions us as one of the most respected firms in the industry.

We take pride in our ability to provide solutions for success in delivering quality projects and meeting the needs of our clients.

VH1 Save The Music Foundation 1515 Broadway, 20th Floor New York, NY 10036 212-846-7155 www.vh1savethemusic.org

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VH1 Save The Music Foundation is committed to ensuring that music instruction is a core component to a complete education. We partner with public schools to give children the tools and confidence to excel in academics and in life.

VS America 1940 Abbott Street, Suite 501 Charlotte, NC 28203-4493 704-378-6500 www.vs-network.com

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VS, founded in 1898, is an innovative furniture manufacturer that develops, manufactures, and sells a broad range of high-quality furniture for the K-12, higher education and corporate market all over the world.

Walmart 7111 West Indian School Road, #125 Phoenix, AZ 85033-3133 877-301-6400 www.walmart.com

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Walmart stores, including Walmart.com, provides top value with George School Wear and is America’s #1 outlet for families with students in uniforms, dress codes and spirit days. Walmart stores serve millions of people each day—and we do our best to ensure that the products on our shelves reflect the diverse needs and wants of our customers.

Watch D.O.G.S. 1600 West Sunset Avenue, Suite B Springdale, AR 72762 888-540-3647 www.fathers.com/watchdogs

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Watch D.O.G.S.® is an innovative program focusing on education and safety in schools by using the positive influence of fathers and father-figures to provide an unobtrusive fathering presence, and positive and active role models for students.

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The What Works Clearinghouse 600 Alexander Park, Suite 100 Princeton, NJ 08540 609-297-4526 ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/

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The What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) was established in 2002 as an initiative of the Institute for Education Sciences (IES) at the U.S. Department of Education. The WWC is administered by the National Center for Education Evaluation within IES. Whisper 522 46th Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101 718-433-1122 www.whisperhq.com

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WhyTry 5455 North River Run Drive Provo, UT 84604 866-949-8791 whytry.org

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WhyTry’s founder, Christian Moore, developed a series of 10 visual analogies designed to catch students’ attention while teaching them important life concepts. This program has been used in 18,000 organizations worldwide.

Green Zone

949

Founded in 1939, Wight & Company specializes in providing comprehensive architecture, engineering, and construction services to PK-12 clients. Wight is the first company to receive the Sustainable Performance Institute’s Green Firm Certification, and our extensive LEED design portfolio includes one of the first LEED-certified high schools and the first LEED-Silver Early Childhood Center in the United States.

WorldStrides 218 West Water Street, Suite 400 Charlottesville, VA 22902-5062 434-951-5061

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The industry leader, WorldStrides takes students of all ages and interests on worldwide journeys built to have lifelong impact. They focus on educational excellence by building interactivity into their travel programs, to encourage more genuine and memorable experiences. WorldStrides earns top ratings for customer focus, plus operational and safety expertise.

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Whisper is a cross-platform publishing platform for schools and school districts. Designed from a marketing and communications perspective, Whisper allows you to spread the latest news, info, and alerts about your schools to all the stakeholders in your community.

Wight & Company 2500 North Frontage Road Darien, IL 60561 312-636-0358 www.wightco.com

Zeager Bros., Inc. 1320 4000 East Harrisburg Pike Middletown, PA 17057-4651 800-346-8524 www.zeager.com Zeager is a leading North American manufacturer offering a variety of recreation surfaces that meet ADA, ASTM, CPSC and CSA standards. WoodCarpet sets the standard, WoodCarpet Mats dramatically reduce maintenance and Bonded WoodCarpet is the best-in-class. WoodCarpet is affordable and upgradable. Or go synthetic and sanitary with RecGrass or RecMats.

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CALL FOR ENTRIES! Three high school musical groups are invited to perform at NSBA Annual National Affiliation of Superintendent Searchers Conference each year.

General guidelines for selection are as follows: • Performing groups must represent a public school or group of public schools and have school board approval to represent their school district. The school district must be a member in good standing of their state association.

• The total size of the group (including instrumentalist, singers, dancers, accompanist, etc.) may not exceed 30 people.

• General Session performance times are strictly held to 15 minutes.

hool districts across America need highly skilled chief ecutives. Working with andinformation, through your state For more see the NSBAassociation, Annual Conference website at e National Affiliation of Superintendent Searchers network ovides access to a www.nsba.org/conference national pool of qualified candidates; or E-Mail Sandy Folks at sfolks@nsba.org hancing your ability to select your district leader.

our booth Saturday and Sunday – bit Hall Concourse, Level 3 of Music City Center

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EXHIBITORS (PRODUCT OR SERVICE) Exhibitors as of January 26, 2016

Anti-Violence & Crime Prevention Programs & Materials Army....................................................................... 547 Chicken Soup for the Soul................................. 455 Childhelp.............................................................1447 The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children.............1154 D.A.R.E. America................................................... 728 Eddie Eagle.........................................................1516 Lions Quest.........................................................1423 Love146................................................................. 955 OSC World............................................................. 947 U.S. Department of Justice................................ 660 WhyTry................................................................... 453

Athletic/Playground Equipment Products & Services Advanced Polymer Technology......................1231 Enovative Technologies..................................... 421 Global Tech LED................................................... 321 Graduate Follow-up by LifeTrack Services..... 834 Hellas Construction..........................................1147 Interkal, LLC .......................................................1115 Keystone Purchasing Network.......................1118 New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race.557 Pro Grass.............................................................1328 Qualite Sports Lighting, Inc. ............................. 740 Southern Bleacher Company...........................915 Surface America, Inc. ........................................1431 Tarkett Sports Indoor.......................................... 420 Ultimate RB, Inc. .................................................921 Zeager Bros., Inc. ...............................................1320 At-Risk Students & Suicide Prevention Programs & Materials Chicken Soup for the Soul................................. 455 Childhelp.............................................................1447 Mental Health First Aid USA............................... 862 OSC World............................................................. 947 Penn Foster.........................................................1156 REMO, Inc. ..........................................................1014 SPORT SAFE Testing Service...........................1356 WhyTry................................................................... 453 Audio-Visual Materials & Equipment A+ Technology & Security Solutions..............1153 (continued)

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Associations, Foundations, Educational & Public Service Organizations AEOP (NSTA)......................................................... 661 The American Legion.......................................... 753 BuyBoard.............................................................. 616 The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children.............1154 Consortium for School Networking................. 854 Destination Imagination, Inc............................. 763 Eddie Eagle.........................................................1516 EdLeader21........................................................... 755 Education Development Center.....................1261 Engineering is Elementary...............................1347 International Baccalaureate Organization..... 736 The NAMM Foundation....................................1015 National Association of School Resource Officers, Inc. ..................................................... 647 National Center of Technological Literacy/ Museum of Science, Boston........................1117 National Peanut Board....................................... 746 National School Boards Association............... 935 National School Public Relations Association....................................................... 637 National School Transportation Association.....................................................1216

New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race........................................................... 557 Read to Them....................................................... 917 School Nutrition Association............................ 555 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Inc. ................. 856 University of Phoenix Online............................. 559 VH1 Save The Music Foundation....................1020 Watch D.O.G.S...................................................... 959

EXHIBITORS (PRODUCT OR SERVICE) Optoma................................................................. 514 Qomo...................................................................1240 Safety Vision, LLC ..............................................1152 Swagit.................................................................... 449

Optoma................................................................. 514 PURELL®................................................................. 752 Qomo...................................................................1240 VS America..........................................................1135

Awards/Incentives Products & Programs The Pin Man—PositivePins.com.....................1066

Communications Equipment & Services Edventures in Learning, Inc. ............................. 417 Hitech Assets, Inc. .............................................1046 K12 Insight............................................................ 446 Mutualink, Inc. ...................................................1257 Precioustatus.......................................................659 Swagit.................................................................... 449 Whisper................................................................1428

EXHIBITORS BY PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Books, Magazines & Periodicals CK-12 Foundation............................................... 429 District Administration Magazine...................1327 Follett...................................................................1252 National School Boards Association............... 935 Solution Tree......................................................1349 Career & College Preparatory Programs & Materials AEOP (NSTA)......................................................... 661 Army....................................................................... 547 Explore The Trades............................................1120 Lions Quest.........................................................1423 National FFA Organization...............................1123 NextTier Education............................................1225 Pearson................................................................1417 Powering America (NECA and IBEW).............1047 Road Trip Nation.................................................. 823 Selective Service System................................... 658 TestRocker............................................................ 759 WorldStrides......................................................... 635 Classroom Equipment & Accessories A+ STEM Labs.....................................................1155 ESSDACK............................................................... 636 FASTSIGNS of Waldorf........................................ 815 FIS (formerly SunGard K12)............................... 316 Global School Services.....................................1530 Gumdrop Cases................................................... 535 Hampden Engineering Corporation..............1329 Nightlock Lockdown Classroom Door Barricade........................................................1353

Computer Hardware DLA Disposition Services—Computers For Learning (CFL) Program................................. 346 Gumdrop Cases................................................... 535 Hitech Assets, Inc. .............................................1046 Rentacrate/Hitouch Services..........................1214 Computer Software Acellus–Int’l Academy of Science...................1235 EDgear of America, Inc. ....................................1119 Edlio.....................................................................1518 Education Logistics, Inc. .................................... 923 eSchoolView......................................................... 431 FIS (formerly SunGard K12)............................... 316 Follett...................................................................1252 Frontline Technologies Group, LLC ...............1331 InterCom Network............................................... 329 NovusAGENDA..................................................... 663 openSUSE............................................................. 344 OSC World............................................................. 947 Otus Student Performance Platform.............1026 Panorama Education.......................................... 649 Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. ............ 425 Renaissance Learning.......................................1141 Skyward, Inc. ........................................................ 737 (continued)

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SoftChalk.............................................................1253 SRC Solutions, Inc. ............................................1249 StudyForge..........................................................1028 Whisper................................................................1428 Computer-Assisted Instruction & Training Acellus–Int’l Academy of Science...................1235 Budget Challenge®.............................................. 553 EdLaw Connection............................................1429 Gumdrop Cases................................................... 535 Innovations in Online Education....................1031 Renaissance Learning.......................................1141 School Improvement Network......................... 929 SchoolBoogy......................................................1355 StudyForge..........................................................1028 Tetra Analytix........................................................ 541

Copy Machines, Copier Access Systems & Facsimile Machines National Joint Powers Alliance......................... 543 Curricular Materials & Resources A+ STEM Labs.....................................................1155 The American Legion.......................................... 753 BOKS–Build Our Kids Success.......................... 655 Budget Challenge®.............................................. 553 Chicken Soup for the Soul................................. 455 CK-12 Foundation.............................................. 429 Destination Imagination, Inc. ........................... 763 Education Development Center.....................1261 Engaging Schools................................................ 957 Engineering is Elementary...............................1347 The First Tee......................................................... 760 Focused Fitness................................................... 756 Follett...................................................................1252 Hands-On Equations®, Borenson & Assocs., Inc. ..................................................... 415 Innovations in Online Education....................1031 International Baccalaureate Organization...... 736 LearnOnPoint, Inc. ............................................1445 Lions Quest.........................................................1423 MasteryPrep.......................................................1218 Mental Health First Aid USA............................... 862 National Center of Technological Literacy/ Museum of Science, Boston.......................1117 (continued)

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Consulting Services aha! Process, Inc.................................................. 440 American Institutes for Research.....................758 Capital Region BOCES’ Pharmacy Group Purchasing Consortium (powered by KPPC)...............................................................1255 Decisioninsite....................................................... 627 EdLeader21........................................................... 755 Education Development Center.....................1261 Education Logistics, Inc..................................... 923 Edventures in Learning, Inc. ............................. 417 Engaging Schools................................................ 957 ESSDACK............................................................... 636 First Student, Inc. ................................................ 721 Futures Education, LLC ...................................... 326 Heery International............................................. 735 K12 Insight............................................................ 446 LearnOnPoint, Inc.............................................1445 McPherson & Jacobson, LLC ............................ 520 Nabholz Construction Services........................ 423 National Affliliation of Superintendents Searchers (NASS)..........................................1527

National School Public Relations Association....................................................... 637 Neola...................................................................... 726 Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET..................................................... 436 Pride Surveys....................................................... 618 Ray and Associates, Inc....................................1130 Read to Them....................................................... 917 Sodexo................................................................... 715 Stantec Architecture........................................... 515 Vanir Construction Management, Inc.............. 552

EXHIBITORS (PRODUCT OR SERVICE) Pearson................................................................1417 Project Lead The Way.......................................1330 Road Trip Nation.................................................. 823 SchoolBoogy......................................................1355 Selective Service System................................... 658 StudyForge..........................................................1028 Distance Learning Systems, Interactive Television & Satellite Uplinking FASTSIGNS of Waldorf........................................ 815 Pearson................................................................1417 Qomo...................................................................1240 Solution Tree......................................................1349 University of Phoenix Online............................. 559

EXHIBITORS BY PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Driver Education & Driver Safety Programs & Materials IC Bus..................................................................... 523 Student Transportation of America, Inc. ......1128 Energy Services and Energy Smart Solutions ABM........................................................................ 315 Ameresco, Inc. .................................................. 1048 CFI FOAM, Inc. ....................................................1059 Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL)................................................1053 Concrete Products Group, LLC .......................1055 Excel Dryer..........................................................1045 Global Tech LED................................................... 321 Honeywell Building Solutions.......................... 325 Johnson Controls, Inc. .....................................1129 MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. .................1021 Powering America (NECA and IBEW).............1047 Siemens Industry, Inc./Building Technologies Division..................................1044 Sodexo................................................................... 715 Equipment Maintenance, Repair & Refurbishing Honeywell Building Solutions.......................... 325

Facilities Design, Construction & Consulting ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers............ 838 BEARACADE Door Control System.................1146 CFI FOAM, Inc. ....................................................1059 Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL)................................................1053 Concrete Products Group, LLC .......................1055 DLR Group............................................................. 731 Education Facilities Clearinghouse................. 537 Excel Dryer..........................................................1045 Global School Services.....................................1530 Heery International............................................. 735 Hellas Construction..........................................1147 Nabholz Construction Services........................ 423 PBK Architects...................................................... 748 Perkins+Will........................................................1144 SFL+A Architects.................................................. 927 Sodexo................................................................... 715 Southern Bleacher Company...........................915 Stantec Architecture........................................... 515 Vanir Construction Management, Inc. ............ 552 Wight & Company................................................ 949 Facilities Maintenance & Equipment ABM........................................................................ 315 Aramark K-12 Education..................................1215 ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers............ 838 BEARACADE Door Control System.................1146 Busch Systems International, Inc. .................1056 Education Facilities Clearinghouse................. 537 Excel Dryer..........................................................1045 Johnson Controls, Inc. .....................................1129 Karcher North America.....................................1424 Nabholz Construction Services........................ 423 PESG......................................................................652 Rentacrate/Hitouch Services..........................1214 Sodexo................................................................... 715 SSC......................................................................... 534

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Trane....................................................................1525 Facility Assessments ATS&R Planners/Architects/Engineers............ 838 DLR Group............................................................. 731 Education Facilities Clearinghouse................. 537 Heery International............................................. 735 Johnson Controls, Inc. .....................................1129 PBK Architects...................................................... 748 SafeDefend, LLC ................................................1443 SFL+A Architects.................................................. 927 Sodexo................................................................... 715 Stantec Architecture........................................... 515 Wight & Company................................................ 949 Floor Coverings, Maintenance & Equipment Advanced Polymer Technology......................1231 Karcher North America.....................................1424 National Joint Powers Alliance......................... 543 Surface America, Inc. ........................................1431 Tarkett Sports Indoor.......................................... 420 Ultimate RB, Inc................................................... 921

Fundraising Programs & Services Daktronics...........................................................1430 Educatius International....................................1325 The Pin Man—PositivePins.com.....................1066

Health Education Programs & Materials American Institutes for Research.....................758 BOKS - Build Our Kids Success......................... 655 The Cooper Institute.........................................1348 D.A.R.E. America................................................... 728 Enovative Technologies..........................1427, 421 The First Tee......................................................... 760 Love146................................................................. 955 New Balance Foundation Billion Mile Race .557 OraSure Technologies........................................ 434 PURELL®................................................................. 752 REMO, Inc. ..........................................................1014 Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning Systems, Equipment, Controls & Parts Daikin North America.......................................1415 Honeywell Building Solutions.......................... 325 Siemens Industry, Inc./Building Technologies Division..................................1044 Trane....................................................................1525 Independent Study Programs & Materials Acellus–Int’l Academy of Science...................1235 Penn Foster.........................................................1156 TestRocker............................................................ 759 WorldStrides......................................................... 635 Insurance, Employee Benefits & Financial Services American Fidelity Assurance Co. ..................... 614 (continued)

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Food Service Management, Equipment & Products Aramark K-12 Education..................................1215 Chartwells K12..................................................... 441 PESG......................................................................652 Preferred Meals.................................................... 335 Revolution Foods..............................................1322 Seating Concepts..............................................1258 Sodexo................................................................... 715 SUBWAY................................................................. 631

Furnishings for Classrooms, Cafeteria, Lounge, Office & Library Busch Systems International, Inc. .................1056 Global School Services.....................................1530 Keystone Purchasing Network.......................1118 KI ............................................................................ 743 Rentacrate/Hitouch Services..........................1214 Spectrum Industries, Inc. ................................1222 VS America..........................................................1135

EXHIBITORS (PRODUCT OR SERVICE) AxisPlus Benefits................................................1224 Capital Region BOCES’ Pharmacy Group Purchasing Consortium (powered by KPPC)...............................................................1255 InsuraTech..........................................................1228 One Source—The Background Check Company........................................................1127 International Exchange Programs Educatius International ...................................1325 Explorica..............................................................1426

EXHIBITORS BY PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Internet Resources Aruba Networks, A Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company....................................1514 Edlio.....................................................................1518 Edmodo................................................................. 435 eSchoolView......................................................... 431 Focused Fitness................................................... 756 iKeepSafe.............................................................. 757 National School Boards Association............... 935 Otus Student Performance Platform.............1026 Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. ............ 425 Road Trip Nation.................................................. 823 Janitorial Services/Cleaning Supplies & Equipment ABM........................................................................ 315 Aramark K-12 Education..................................1215 Excel Dryer..........................................................1045 Karcher North America.....................................1424 PESG......................................................................652 PURELL®................................................................. 752 SSC......................................................................... 534 Lighting Fixtures & Controls Global Tech LED................................................... 321 MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. .................1021 Musco Sports Lighting, Inc..............................1114 Powering America (NECA and IBEW).............1047

Qualite Sports Lighting, Inc. ............................. 740 Stop-Lite................................................................ 962 Miscellaneous AEOP (NSTA)......................................................... 661 The Boston Globe................................................ 919 E. Dillon & Company.........................................1058 Enovative Technologies..................................... 421 Explorica..............................................................1426 Graduate Follow-up by LifeTrack Services..... 834 Ideal Jewelry........................................................ 966 Kelly Educational Staffing.................................. 730 National Affliliation of Superintendents Searchers (NASS)..........................................1527 Neola...................................................................... 726 OSC World............................................................. 947 The Pin Man–PositivePins.com......................1066 SPORT SAFE Testing Service...........................1356 TIPS......................................................................1346 Watch D.O.G.S...................................................... 959 Mobile, Relocatable & Modular Buildings & Classrooms Aries Building Systems, LLC............................1063 Keystone Purchasing Network.......................1118 Music and Arts Education Programs, Instruments Destination Imagination, Inc. ........................... 763 The NAMM Foundation....................................1015 REMO, Inc. ..........................................................1014 VH1 Save The Music Foundation....................1020 Roofing Materials, Accessories, Coatings/Sealant & Roofing Services Sodexo................................................................... 715 Safety Education Programs & Materials Childhelp.............................................................1447 The Coach Hall Foundation for the Protection of our School Children.............1154 (continued)

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Eddie Eagle.........................................................1516 Edventures in Learning, Inc. ............................. 417 Love146................................................................. 955 National Association of School Resource Officers, Inc. ..................................................... 647 PESG......................................................................652

Scholarships & Financial Aid The American Legion.......................................... 753 Army....................................................................... 547 National FFA Organization...............................1123 NextTier Education............................................1225

School Management & Education Reform aha! Process, Inc.................................................. 440 Exemplary Schools Organization...................1027 Graduate Follow-up by LifeTrack Services . 834 iKeepSafe.............................................................. 757 iSchool Initiative................................................1515 Learner First, LLC ..............................................1030 One Source—The Background Check Company........................................................1127 Panorama Education.......................................... 649 Pride Surveys...................................................... 618 Solution Tree......................................................1349 Tetra Analytix........................................................ 541 School Uniforms Classroom School Uniforms............................. 634 French Toast......................................................... 734 JC Penney/IZOD Schoolwear..........................1229 Kohl’s/Chaps........................................................ 314 Walmart................................................................. 953 School-Community Relationships aha! Process, Inc. ................................................ 440 BOKS–Build Our Kids Success.......................... 655 Consortium for School Networking................. 854 District Administration Magazine...................1327 EduPortal e-Convene ......................................... 528

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Safety Security Equipment, Devices & Systems A+ Technology & Security Solutions..............1153 Allergy Emergency Kit......................................... 524 The Barracuda.....................................................641 BEARACADE Door Control System.................1146 Brooks School Safety Group...........................1230 First Student, Inc. ................................................ 721 IntraLogic Solutions............................................ 836 Mutualink, Inc. ...................................................1257 Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET..................................................... 436 Nightlock Lockdown Classroom Door Barricade........................................................1353 PESG......................................................................652 RF Technologies................................................1163 SafeDefend, LLC ................................................1443 Safety Vision, LLC ..............................................1152 Securitech Group, Inc. .......................................653 Siemens Industry, Inc./Building Technologies Division..................................1044 SPORT SAFE Testing Service...........................1356 Stop-Lite................................................................ 962 Treker, LLC ..........................................................1029

School Board Member Training Programs & Materials Consortium for School Networking................. 854 EdLaw Connection............................................1429 EduPortal e-Convene.......................................... 528 Emerald Data Solutions (BoardDocs).............. 615 Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. .......... 945 InterCom Network............................................... 329 iSchool Initiative................................................1515 Learner First, LLC ..............................................1030 McPherson & Jacobson, LLC ............................ 520 Ray and Associates, Inc. ..................................1130

EXHIBITORS (PRODUCT OR SERVICE) Emerald Data Solutions (BoardDocs).............. 615 The First Tee......................................................... 760 Learner First, LLC ..............................................1030 Mental Health First Aid USA............................... 862 The NAMM Foundation....................................1015 National School Public Relations Association....................................................... 637 Panorama Education.......................................... 649 Read to Them ...................................................... 917 SchoolBoogy......................................................1355 Springboard Education....................................1524 Watch D.O.G.S...................................................... 959 Scoreboards/Message Signs & Related Products Daktronics...........................................................1430 FASTSIGNS of Waldorf........................................ 815

EXHIBITORS BY PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Seating for Auditorium/Stadium Interkal, LLC .......................................................1115 KI............................................................................. 743 Outdoor Aluminum, Inc. ..................................1116 Southern Bleacher Company...........................915 Special Education Programs, Materials & Products American Institutes for Research.....................758 D.A.R.E. America................................................... 728 Futures Education, LLC ...................................... 326 LearnOnPoint, Inc. ............................................1445 WhyTry................................................................... 453 Sports Surfacing Advanced Polymer Technology......................1231 Hellas Construction..........................................1147 National Joint Powers Alliance......................... 543 NGI Sports/River City Athletics, LLC ................ 554 Pro Grass.............................................................1328 Shaw Sports Turf................................................. 640 Surface America, Inc. ........................................1431

Tarkett Sports Indoor.......................................... 420 Ultimate RB, Inc. .................................................921 Zeager Bros., Inc. ...............................................1320 Staff Recruiting & Development Programs Engaging Schools................................................ 957 Frontline Technologies Group, LLC ...............1331 Futures Education, LLC ...................................... 326 Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. .......... 945 International Society for Technology in Education ......................................................1446 Kelly Educational Staffing.................................. 730 McPherson & Jacobson, LLC ............................ 520 One Source—The Background Check Company ........................................................1127 PESG......................................................................652 Project Lead The Way.......................................1330 Ray and Associates, Inc. ..................................1130 School Improvement Network......................... 929 Source4Teachers/MissionOne.......................... 519 Teachermatch....................................................1522 University of Phoenix Online............................. 559 Stage Equipment MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc. .................1021 Technology Resources A+ STEM Labs.....................................................1155 A+ Technology & Security Solutions..............1153 Aruba Networks, A Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company....................................1514 Blue Bird Corp. ..................................................1315 Budget Challenge®.............................................. 553 CK-12 Foundation............................................... 429 Decisioninsite....................................................... 627 Edlio.....................................................................1518 Edmodo................................................................. 435 EduPortal e-Convene.......................................... 528 Emerald Data Solutions (BoardDocs).............. 615 ESSDACK............................................................... 636 (continued)

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FIS (formerly SunGard K12)............................... 316 Frontline Technologies Group, LLC...............1331 Hitech Assets, Inc. .............................................1046 iKeepSafe.............................................................. 757 Innovations in Online Education....................1031 InsuraTech..........................................................1228 InterCom Network............................................... 329 International Society for Technology in Education.......................................................1446 iSchool Initiative................................................1515 Networked Educational Technologies, Ltd. dba CSDNET..................................................... 436 NextTier Education............................................1225 Otus Student Performance Platform.............1026 Professional Software for Nurses, Inc. ............ 425 Project Lead The Way.......................................1330 SafeStop..............................................................1126 School Improvement Network......................... 929 Student Transportation of America, Inc. ......1128 Swagit................................................................... 449 Treker, LLC ..........................................................1029 Whisper................................................................1428

Transportation Products & Services Blue Bird Corp. ..................................................1315 Decisioninsite....................................................... 627 Durham School Services..................................1221 Education Logistics, Inc. .................................... 923

U.S. Government Activities & Services DLA Disposition Services–Computers For Learning (CFL) Program................................. 346 Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. ..................... 546 Justice Technology Information Center......... 323 Selective Service System.................................. 658 U.S. Department of Justice................................ 660 The What Works Clearinghouse....................... 318 Vocational Education & Technical Training Programs & Products Hampden Engineering Corporation..............1329 National FFA Organization...............................1123 Penn Foster.........................................................1156 Wall Systems, Wall Coverings & Graffiti-Resistant Surfaces A. Jandris & Sons, Inc. ......................................1052 CFI FOAM, Inc......................................................1059 Concrete Block Insulating Systems, Inc. (CBIS/KORFIL)................................................1053 Concrete Products Group, LLC .......................1055 E. Dillon & Company.........................................1058 KI............................................................................. 743 ProBlock, LLC.....................................................1057 Washroom Partitions, Plumbing Fixtures & Related Products Excel Dryer..........................................................1045

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Tests, Testing & Evaluation Systems & Accreditation Focused Fitness................................................... 756 Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd. .......... 945 MasteryPrep.......................................................1218 NWEA..................................................................... 754 OraSure Technologies........................................ 434 OSC World............................................................. 947 Pride Surveys....................................................... 618 TestRocker............................................................ 759 Tetra Analytix........................................................ 541

First Student, Inc. ................................................ 721 IC Bus..................................................................... 523 National School Transportation Association.....................................................1216 SafeGuard............................................................. 629 SafeStop..............................................................1126 Safety Vision, LLC ..............................................1152 Student Transportation of America, Inc. ......1128 Transportation Sector Consultants.................. 852 Treker, LLC ..........................................................1029 WorldStrides......................................................... 635

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The National School Boards Association (NSBA) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that represents state associations of school boards and their more than 90,000 school board members across the United States. These local officials govern more than 13,600 local school districts serving the nation’s 50 million public school students. Working with and through member state associations, NSBA advocates for equity and excellence in public education through school board leadership.

NSBA advocates for local school boards as the ultimate expression of grassroots democracy. In response to growing challenges facing public education and local school governance, NSBA is engaging in a more assertive approach to advocacy in the legislative, legal, and public arenas. The association’s ambitious and aggressive advocacy agenda aims to shape the debate about public education and counter the efforts of for-profit critics who endanger this vital institution.

NSBA achieves its mission by representing the school board perspective in working with federal government agencies and national organizations that impact education, and providing relevant information and services to state associations of school boards throughout the nation. The association views education as a civil right necessary to the dignity and freedom of the American people, and believes that all children should have equal access to a public school education. Our nation’s school boards play a pivotal role in advancing student achievement—envisioning the future of education in local communities; establishing a structure and environment that allows all students to reach their maximum potential; providing accountability to the community on student outcomes; and serving as the key advocate for school-age children and public schools.

NSBA policy is determined by a 150-member Delegate Assembly of local school board members who represent their state associations of school boards. The 25-member Board of Directors translates this policy into action. Programs and services are administered by the NSBA Executive Director and a nearly 80-person staff. The NSBA headquarters is located in Alexandria, Virginia, part of the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area.

National School Boards Association 1680 Duke Street, FL2 Alexandria, VA 22314-3493 Phone: 703-838-6722 Fax: 703-683-7590 Web: www.nsba.org E-Mail: info@nsba.org

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2015-2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS

President-elect

President

John D. Tuttle*

Miranda A. Beard*

Secretary-Treasurer

Immediate Past President

Sayreville, NJ Sayreville School District

Pearl River, NY Nanuet Union Free District

Laurel, MS Laurel School District

Sapulpa, OK Kellyville Public Schools

Kevin E. Ciak*

Anne M. Byrne*

DIRECTORS

Robert F. Alvey, Jr.*

Jackson, TN Jackson-Madison County Board of Education

Beth Branham* West Columbia, SC Lexington School District Two

Viola M. Garcia

Houston, TX Aldine Independent School District

*Executive Committee Member

Frank S. Henderson, Jr. Topeka, KS Seaman Unified School District 345

Kristin Malin

Georgetown, ME AOS 98 – Rocky Channels

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Jacob (Jake) R. Oliveira

John S. Payne

Frank C. Pugh

Neil Putnam Mitchell, SD Mitchell School District #17-2

Columbia Falls, MT Columbia Falls School District #6

Anne Ritter*

Timothy R. Sivertson

JoDee Sundberg

Lydia Tedone

Charlie Wilson

Ludlow, MA Ludlow School Committee

Eagle, ID Meridian Medical Arts

Hartford City, IN Blackford County Schools

Santa Rosa, CA Santa Rosa City Schools District

Elk Mound, WI Elk Mound School District

Orem, UT Alpine School District

Simsbury, CT Simsbury Board of Education

Barb Riley

Columbus, OH Worthington School District

ex officio VOTING DIRECTORS

Van Henri White

Rochester, NY Rochester City School District

Ellis A. Alexander

Hahnville, LA St. Charles Parish Public Schools

Lillian Tafoya

Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield City School District

ex officio NON-VOTING DIRECTORS

John Heim* Topeka, KS

Justino D. Petrarca Chicago, IL

Thomas J. Gentzel* NSBA Executive Director Alexandria, VA

*Executive Committee Member As approved by the Delegate Assembly – Friday, March 19, 2015, Nashville, Tennessee

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President Anne M. Byrne 2014-2015 David A. Pickler 2013-2014 C. Ed Massey 2012-2013 Mary Broderick 2011-2012 Earl C. Rickman III 2010-2011 C. H. ‘Sonny’ Savoie 2009-2010 Barbara L. Bolas 2008-2009 Norman D. Wooten 2007-2008 E. Jane Gallucci 2006-2007 Joan E. Schmidt 2005-2006 George H. McShan 2004-2005 Carol C. Brown 2003-2004 Mossi W. White 2002-2003 James R. Ruhland 2001-2002 Clarice L. Chambers* 2000-2001 Mary Ellen Maxwell 1999-2000 Barbara M. Wheeler 1998-1999 William B. Ingram* 1997-1998 Sammy J. Quintana 1996-1997 Roberta G. Doering 1995-1996 Boyd W. Boehlje 1994-1995 William M. Soult* 1993-1994 E. Harold Fisher 1992-1993 Arlene R. Penfield 1991-1992 Martha C. Fricke* 1990-1991 James R. Oglesby 1989-1990 Leonard Rovins* 1988-1989 Jonathan T. Howe 1987-1988 Nellie C. Weil* 1986-1987 Mack J. Spears* 1985-1986 Ted J. Comstock* 1984-1985 M. Joan Parent 1983-1984 Rayma C. Page* 1982-1983 Robert V. Haderlein 1981-1982 Jean Tufts* 1980-1981 Hiroshi Yamashita* 1979-1980 Margaret S. Buvinger* 1978-1979

Service State New York Tennessee Kentucky Connecticut Michigan Louisiana Pennsylvania Alaska Florida Montana Texas Arkansas Utah Virginia Pennsylvania North Carolina Illinois California New Mexico Massachusetts Iowa Colorado Mississippi New York Nebraska Missouri Connecticut Illinois Alabama Louisiana Idaho Minnesota Florida Kansas New Hampshire Hawaii Oklahoma

President Service State Will D. Davis 1977-1978 Texas George W. Smith 1976-1977 California Cecil L. Gilliatt* 1975-1976 North Carolina Philip B. Swain* 1974-1975 Washington Barbara Reimers 1973-1974 Connecticut F. E. ‘Bud’ Phillips* 1972-1973 Iowa Kenneth E. Buhrmaster* 1971-1972 New York George E. Ewan 1970-1971 Wyoming Boardman W. Moore* 1969-1970 California R. Winfield Smith* 1968-1969 Pennsylvania Ruth Mancuso* 1967-1968 New Jersey Joseph Ackerman* 1966-1967 Illinois Edna Paul* 1965-1966 Minnesota W. Leonard Robinson* 1964-1965 Georgia Helen N. Radke* 1963-1964 Washington Cyrus M. Higley* 1962-1963 New York Theodore C. Sargent* 1961-1962 Massachusetts Roy O. Frantz* 1960-1961 Colorado Robert E. Willis* 1959-1960 Florida Carl B. Munck* 1958-1959 California Everett N. Luce* 1957-1958 Michigan Taylor Hicks* 1956-1957 Arizona O. H. Roberts* 1955-1956 Indiana Jesse G. Stratton* 1954-1955 Oklahoma Clifton B. Smith* 1953-1954 New York Frank H. Trotter* 1951-1953 Tennessee Paul Elliot* 1949-1951 California David J. Rose* 1947-1949 North Carolina Arthur J. Crowley* 1945-1947 New York Florence C. Porter* 1940-1945 California *Deceased All past presidents of NSBA are members of the NSBA Past Presidents Advisory Council which meets during the conference under the chairmanship of the Immediate Past President and reports to the NSBA Board of Directors immediately following the close of the conference.

NSBA EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS Executive Director Thomas J. Gentzel, 2012–present

Executive Emeriti Anne L. Bryant, 1996-2012 Thomas A. Shannon, 1977-1996 Harold V. Webb,* 1961-1977 W. A. Shannon, 1956-1961 Edward M. Tuttle,* 1949-1956

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Executive Committee

John D. Tuttle, Chair (OK); Miranda A. Beard (MS); Kevin E. Ciak (NJ); Anne M. Byrne (NY); Robert F. Alvey, Jr. (TN); Beth Branham (SC); Anne Ritter (ID); ex officio observer: John Heim (KS)

Constitution & Bylaws Committee

Robert Alvey, Jr. (TN), Chair; Frank Henderson (KS); Frank Pugh (CA); Lydia Tedone (CT), Charlie Wilson (OH)

Policies & Resolutions Committee

Timothy Sivertson (WI), Chair; Anne Ritter (ID), Sub-Chair; Beth Branham (SC), Sub-Chair; Ellis Alexander (LA); Jon Anderjaska (NE); Janine Bay-Teske (WY); Queenie Boyd (SC); Brenda Carter (MI); Patrick Francomano (MA); Tiffany Jackson (AK); Lynne Lenhardt (NY); Kristin Malin (ME); Chris Nation (WA); Ed Penrod (OH); Neil Putnam (SD); Jesus Rubalcava (AZ); Charles Stafford (TX); Martha Wilson (NJ); Alternates: Wayne Blair (TN); Joanne Osmond (IL); Sherri Reusche (CA); Ron Singleton (NM); ex officio observer: Karen Echeverria (ID)

Nominating Committee

Anne M. Byrne, Chair; John D. Tuttle, Observer; Susan Bergtraum (NY); Gloria Casas (TX); Harvey Capellen (MT); Joan Corbin (IA); Cindy A. Gansen (MI); Eric K. Germann (OH); Jesus M. Holguin (CA); Audrey Jaramillo (NM); Debra Long (WA); Richard Murray (CT); Paige Sayles (NC); Debbie Shedden (TN); Dr. Floyd Simon, Jr. (OK); Chris Ungar (CA); Donald Webster, Jr. (NJ)

Committee to Approve Delegate Assembly Minutes Viola Garcia (TX); Neil Putnam (SD)

Delegate Assembly Credentials

Denise Baba (OH); Lygunnah Bean (MS); Don Cruise (OR); Pauline Jaramillo (NM); Maureen King (ME); Robert Mitchell (CT); Ed Penrod (OH); Heidi Schutz (NE); Debbie Shedden (TN); Kristi Swett (UT)

Delegate Assembly Sergeants-at-Arms

George Bevels (GA); Lanny Boswell (NE); Clint Hull (AR); Nancy Kennedy (UT); Susie Lawson (OH); Joanne Osmond (IL); Joy Schafer (MD); Rodney Schilt (OK); Stacie Wilke-McCulloch (NV), Etta Taplin (MS)

Delegate Assembly Elections Committee

Betty Reynolds (OR); Karen Freeman (TX); Audrey Jaramillo (NM); Katherine Patenaude (RI); Chris Rutledge (MO)

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Council of School Attorneys’ Board of Directors

Justino D. Petrarca (IL), Chair; Andrew M. Sanchez (NM), Chair-elect; Pilar Sokol (NY), Vice-chair; Diane Marshall-Freeman (CA), Secretary; Joy Baskin (TX); Séamus P. Boyce (IN); Danielle J. Haindfield (IA); Phillip L. Hartley (GA); Anne H. Littlefield (CT); Kathleen S. Mehfoud (VA); W. Joseph Scholler (OH); Patricia J. Whitten (IL); Randall G. Bennett (TN); C. Wesley Bridges, II (FL); Nancy Hungerford (OR); Michael J. Julka (WI); James A. Keith (MS); Michael E. Smith (CA); Jim Walsh (TX). ex officio Members: John D. Tuttle, NSBA President; Thomas J. Gentzel, NSBA Executive Director; Gregory J. Guercio (NY), Council Chair 2014-2015; Allison Schafer (NC), Council Chair 2013-2014; Elizabeth Eynon-Kokrda (NE), Council Chair 2012-2013.

Council of Urban Board of Education Steering Committee

Van Henri White (NY), Chair; Verjeana Jacobs, Esq. (MD), Vice Chair; Dr. JulieMarie Shepherd (CO), Secretary; Bruce Alexander (OH), Treasurer; Minnie Forte-Brown (NC), Immediate Past Chair; Steve Corona (IN), Ericka

Ellis-Stewart (NC), Willetta Milam (OH), Jacinto Ramos, Jr. (TX), Nandi Sekou (VI), Keith Sutton (NC), Caroll Turpin (MI), Susan Valdes (FL), Ruth Veales (OK), Martha Wilson NJ)

National Black Council of School Board Members Board of Directors

Ellis Alexander (LA), Chair; Emma Turner (CA), Chair-Elect; Carla Windfont (TX), Secretary-Treasurer; Paul Chatman (CA), Immediate Past Chair; Elizabeth Campbell (IL), Central Region Director; John Wyche (NY), Northeast Region Director; Devin Del Palacio (AZ), Pacific Region Director; Patricia Ann Bourgeois (TX), Southern Region Director; Frank Henderson (KS), Western Region Director

National Hispanic Council of School Board Members Board of Directors

Lillian Tafoya (CA), Chair; Jesus Rubalcava (AZ), Chair-Elect; Stephanie Parra (AZ), Vice Chair; Steve Corona (IN), Treasurer; Lydia Hernandez (AZ), Secretary; Guillermo Z. López (MI), Immediate Past Chair; Jeannette Santos (NY), Northeast Region Director; John V. Gomez (AZ), Pacific Region Director; Ruben Archuleta (NM), Western Region Director

National Caucus of American Indian/Alaska Native School Board Members Board of Directors

Rodney Schilt (OK), President; Tiffany Jackson (AK), Secretary-Treasurer; Darlene ‘Shelly’ Yarbrough (CA), Elder; Roy Nelson (MN), Immediate Past President; Aaron Stevens (IN), Central Region Director; Carlos A. Torre, Ph.D. (CT), Northeast Region Director; David Snyder (WY), Western Region Director

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ABOUT NSBA Presidents of the State Associations 2016 Alabama Association of School Boards Pam Doyle Association of Alaska School Boards Tiffany Jackson Arizona School Boards Association Kathy Knecht Arkansas School Boards Association Brenda McKown California School Boards Association Chris Ungar Colorado Association of School Boards JulieMarie Shepherd Macklin Connecticut Association of Boards of Education Ann Gruenberg Delaware School Boards Association Joseph Brumskill Florida School Boards Association Caroline Zucker Georgia School Boards Association Doug Roper, III Idaho School Boards Association John Menter Illinois Association of School Boards Phil Pritzker Indiana School Boards Association William P. Wilson Iowa Association of School Boards Amy Jurrens Kansas Association of School Boards Donald Shimkus Kentucky School Boards Association Allen Kennedy Louisiana School Boards Association James Higginbotham Maine School Boards Association Becky Fles Maryland Association of Boards of Education Warner I. Sumpter

Massachusetts Association of School Committees, Inc. Jacob R. Oliveira Michigan Association of School Boards Cindy A. Gansen Minnesota School Boards Association Kevin Donovan Mississippi School Boards Association Sondra Odom Missouri School Boards Association Mona Coleman Montana School Boards Association Harvey Capellen Nebraska Association of School Boards Jon Anderjaska Nevada Association of School Boards Joe Crim, Jr. New Hampshire School Boards Association John Falconer New Jersey School Boards Association Donald Webster, Jr. New Mexico School Boards Association Ron Singleton New York State School Boards Association Susan L. Bergtraum North Carolina School Boards Association Roberta Scott North Dakota School Boards Association Jim Rostad Ohio School Boards Association Eric Germann Oklahoma State School Boards Association Mike Mullins Oregon School Boards Association Doug Nelson Pennsylvania School Boards Association Kathy K. Swope

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Rhode Island Association of School Committees John P. Saviano

Virgin Islands Board of Education Mary Moorhead

South Carolina School Boards Association Katherine Coleman

Virginia School Boards Association William S. Kidd

Associated School Boards of South Dakota Eric Stroeder

Washington State School Directors’ Association Christopher Nation

Tennessee School Boards Association Debbie Shedden

West Virginia School Boards Association Gregory Prudich

Texas Association of School Boards Bret Begert

Wisconsin Association of School Boards Stuart Olson

Utah School Boards Association Nancy Kennedy

Wyoming School Boards Association Carl Manning

Vermont School Boards Association Emily Long

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Presidents of the State Associations 2016

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ABOUT NSBA Executive Directors of the State Associations 2016 Alabama Association of School Boards Sally Smith

Maryland Association of Boards of Education Frances Hughes Glendening

Association of Alaska School Boards Norman Wooten

Massachusetts Association of School Committees, Inc. Glenn S. Koocher

Arizona School Boards Association Dr. Timothy Ogle Arkansas School Boards Association Dr. Tony Prothro California School Boards Association Vernon Billy Colorado Association of School Boards Ken A. DeLay Connecticut Association of Boards of Education Robert Rader Delaware School Boards Association Dr. John W. Marinucci Florida School Boards Association Andrea Messina Georgia School Boards Association Valarie Wilson Idaho School Boards Association Karen Echeverria Illinois Association of School Boards Roger Eddy Indiana School Boards Association Dr. Brian Smith Iowa Association of School Boards Lisa A. Bartusek Kansas Association of School Boards Dr. John Heim Kentucky School Boards Association Michael Armstrong Louisiana School Boards Association Scott Richard Maine School Boards Association Dr. Cornelia Brown

Michigan Association of School Boards Don Wotruba Minnesota School Boards Association Kirk Schneidawind Mississippi School Boards Association Dr. Michael Waldrop Missouri School Boards’ Association Melissa Randol Montana School Boards Association Lance L. Melton Nebraska Association of School Boards John Spatz, Esq. Nevada Association of School Boards Dr. Dotty Merrill New Hampshire School Boards Association Theodore E. Comstock, Esq. New Jersey School Boards Association Dr. Larry Feinsod New Mexico School Boards Association Joe Guillen New York State School Boards Association Timothy Kremer North Carolina School Boards Association Dr. Edwin Dunlap, Jr. North Dakota School Boards Association Dr. Jon Martinson Ohio School Boards Association Richard C. Lewis Oklahoma State School Boards Association Dr. Shawn Hime Oregon School Boards Association Betsy Miller-Jones

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Pennsylvania School Boards Association Nathan Mains

Vermont School Boards Association Nicole Mace

Rhode Island Association of School Committees Timothy C. Duffy

Virgin Islands Board of Education Carol O. Henneman

South Carolina School Boards Association Scott Price

Virginia School Boards Association Gina Patterson

Associated School Boards of South Dakota Dr. Wade Pogany

Washington State School Directors’ Association Dr. Alan Burke

Tennessee School Boards Association Dr. Tammy Grissom

West Virginia School Boards Association Dr. Howard O’Cull

Texas Association of School Boards James B. Crow

Wisconsin Association of School Boards John Ashley

Utah School Boards Association Richard Stowell

Wyoming School Boards Association Brian Farmer

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B Baker Freeman, Diana............................................60 Barbeau, Justin........................................................93 Barber, Anthony.....................................................135 Barend, Samara.....................................................168 Barlow, Preston......................................................139 Barrio, Dora.............................................................164 Barry, Sandi............................................................156 Barth, Patte...................................................... 88, 144 Batiste, Dwayne ‘DJ’...............................30, 109, 144 Bauman, Kevin.........................................................98 Beard, Miranda A...................................108, 128,132 Beard, Ted...............................................................165 Beckley, Brian.........................................................106 Bedden, Dana........................................................154 Benson, Kristen........................................................93 Bernath, Julia.........................................................101 Bias, Lonise.............................................................129 Billings, Roger................................................. 85, 135 Bitters, David..........................................................167 Blumsack, Kathryn......................................... 78, 158 Boehne, Vaughn....................................................152 Boettner, Rich.........................................................168 Boix-Mansilla, Veronica........................................117 Bonilla, Amy............................................................164

C Cain, James..............................................................61 Callahan, Carolyn..................................................122 Canday, Mo...............................................................93 Capolupo, James..................................................135 Carlson, Sean.........................................................167 Carney, Brian..........................................................172

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Adams, Darryl...........................................................62 Adams, Rebecca....................................................142 Adelstein, David.....................................................167 Adkins, Bernie........................................................106 Aldarelli, Edward....................................................169 Alsbury, Thomas....................................................163 Andreetta, Claudio................................................168 Annunziata, Al..........................................................69 Arasi, Tony.................................................................58 Arlotto, George.......................................................107 Armbruster, Jim.....................................................123 Armelli, Tim............................................................122 Armstrong, Randy..................................................167 Ashida, Linda............................................................96

Bonjavanni, Mark....................................69, 102, 153 Borg, Susan.............................................................158 Borkowski, John........................................... 145, 150 Boroson, Barbara..................................................169 Boswell, Lanny.......................................................169 Bounds, Stephen............................................ 77, 156 Boyce, Seamus.......................................................145 Bradley, John.........................................................167 Bradley, M.C............................................................125 Bragg, Alan................................................................74 Bramante, Fred......................................................164 Branch, Jason..........................................................58 Branham, Beth................................................ 78, 106 Brenan, Mike.............................................................78 Broderick, Mary......................................................171 Brown, Anne.............................................................86 Brown, Boyd...........................................................176 Brown, Luvelle.......................................................177 Brown, Maria............................................................78 Browne Dianis, Judith............................................93 Bryant, Deborah....................................................181 Bryant, Linda..........................................................101 Bubness, Matt.........................................................173 Buennemeyer, Jeff................................................133 Burak, Melissa........................................................153 Burati, Laura...........................................................116 Burgett, Becky........................................................163 Burggraaf, Rob.......................................................106 Burke, John..............................................................87 Burke, Patrick.........................................................119 Burman Rivera, Luan..............................................60 Byard, Eliza..............................................................140 Byrd, Karen...............................................................78 Byrum, Leslie............................................................76

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INDEX (PRESENTERS) Carpenter, Curt.......................................................153 Carriker, Wendy......................................................180 Cartwright, Kelly....................................................150 Carvalho, Alberto...................................................115 Castillo, Tony..........................................................125 Caulk, Emmanuel..................................................145 Chadwell, Chad........................................................94 Chapman, Steve....................................................105 Chaudhry, Neena...................................................172 Cheser, Karen...........................................................78 Child, Brenda............................................................80 Ciak, Kevin E...........................................................182 Clapp, Diana.............................................................93 Clark, Linda.............................................................121 Clemens, Daniel............................................ 137, 166 Clements, Jody......................................................165 Cloud, Abby............................................................120 Cochran, Robin........................................................94 Cohen, Charles.......................................................176 Cohen, Robert........................................................142 Cole, Julie...............................................................105 Coleman, Art...........................................................110 Coleman, Diane.....................................................131 Comstock, Ted.......................................................164 Conley, Ember..........................................................77 Constantino, Steven..............................................138 Contreras, Sharon.................................................108 Cook, Roger............................................................140 Copenhaver, Janet..................................................91 Corb, Mike...............................................................156 Corbett, Julie..........................................................174 Corrales, William....................................................103 Corriveau, Thomas................................................123 Cotter, Vincent........................................................119 Cox, Eileen................................................................90 Cromwell, Laurie...................................................165 Crossan, Peter........................................................172 Crowley, Jean.........................................................163 Cunningham, Cody...............................................175

Daniels, Rochel......................................................166 Daugherty, Mervin.................................................152 Davidson, E. Jane..................................................170 Davidson, Hall..........................................................92 Davis, Rick...............................................................100 Dawkins, Gerald.......................................................99 De Los Santos, Angela............................................92 DeBlieux, Lily..........................................................164 Decker, Rebecca......................................................91 DeCorsey, Stacey...................................................153 Dedmon, Janet......................................................106 DeJong, Eric............................................................106 Delane, Rob............................................................120 DeSena, Laura........................................................151 DeSiato, Donna......................................................176 DeVor, Jeff...............................................................116 Dieringer, Larry.......................................................108 Domenech, Daniel.......................................... 28, 107 Donovan, Kevin......................................................153 Doresy, Derrick.......................................................108 Duncan, Connie.....................................................141 Dunn, Tim...............................................................171 Duron, Robert...........................................................58 Dutch, Robert.........................................................123 Dux, Larry................................................................152

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Danek, Kathy..........................................................141

Farmer, Randall......................................................176

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E Eaton, Michael..........................................................93 Eddy, Roger.............................................................136 Edwards, Brian.......................................................100 Edwards, Mark................................................. 28, 137 Emdin, Christopher.................................... 28, 67, 90 Enderle, Paul..........................................................178 Eubanks, Segun.....................................................104 Evans, Julie...................................................... 95, 105 Evans, Sandy..........................................................151 Evatt, Mike...............................................................131 Eynon-Kokrda, Elizabeth.......................................59

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G Gardner, Craig........................................................179 Garland, Jimmie......................................................68 Garner, Kathleen........................................... 140, 175 Garrow, Peter..........................................................135 Gehrt, Victoria........................................................157 Gentzel, Thomas J.................................... 29, 66, 107 Gershon, Gerri............................................... 140, 175 Gettman, Lucy................................ 76, 110, 124, 143 Ghinelli, Rick...........................................................158 Ghirardo, Ursula.....................................................106 Gibb, Bryan.............................................................181 Gibbs, Chris..........................................77, 84, 99, 122 Gignac, Josh...........................................................167 Giguere, Lisa...........................................................103 Gildea, Jill..................................................................76 Gilsbach, Erin................................................ 138, 178

Gilsbach, Timothy.................................................178 Godinez, Jennifer..................................................174 Goldberg, Merryl....................................................104 Gomez, Rudy............................................................96 Gonzalez, Augie........................................................97 Gordon, Eric..............................................................74 Gore, Phil.............................................................58, 69 Graden, Scott............................................................83 Grainger, Brad........................................................177 Green, Genevieve..................................................166 Grissom, Tammy......................................................91 Guercio, Greg............................................................59 Gunnings-Moton, Sonya........................................97

H Hackett, Jill.............................................................166 Hackett, Julie...........................................................71 Haley, Carl...............................................................111 Hall, Frank...............................................................122 Hall, Jeffery.............................................................134 Hamilton, Bruce....................................132, 147, 172 Hamilton, Curtis.......................................................94 Hardy, James..........................................................104 Hargrove, Betsey...................................................142 Harvey, Lynn.............................................................74 Hatchett, Monica.....................................................91 Heard, Robert...........................................................74 Heflin, Lannon..........................................................94 Heiser, Jessica........................................................145 Hellman, Jr., G. Victor.............................................75 Henderson, Tammy..............................................137 Hendrix, Judi..........................................................100 Henry, Sharon........................................................175 Hess, Sara..................................................................85 Hime, Shawn............................................................94 Hoskins, Dionne.......................................................88 Howard, Gary...........................................................57 Hower, Michael......................................................103 Huesken, Gerald....................................................150 Huey, Anthony....................................................70, 84 Huffman, Janie......................................................179 Hughes, Brad..........................................................158

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Faust, Rhonda........................................................158 Fenwick, Leslie.........................................................97 Ferking, Todd..........................................77, 107, 122 Fertakis, Mary..........................................102, 11, 153 Fetchik, Andrew.....................................................122 Finnegan, Stephen..................................................89 Fishman, Nancy.......................................................70 Fleming, John........................................................168 Flores, Steve.............................................................94 Flynn, Ann........................................................ 73, 105 Flynn Giles, Ellen.....................................................87 Foord, Janet...........................................................135 Foose, Renee............................................................87 Ford, Angel................................................................75 Fournier, Theresa..................................................177 France, Alan..............................................................99 Francis, Jeff.............................................................150 Francomano, Patrick...............................................89 Freeman, Elizabeth.................................................76 French, Jim..............................................77, 107, 122 Frerichs, Richard......................................................71 Friend, John.............................................................70 Fullenkamp-Taylor, Amy......................................139 Fulton, Debra..........................................................107

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Huguenin, Jeff........................................................169 Huismann, James.................................................141 Huizenga, Jessica....................................................88 Hynes, Pat...............................................................151

Korbelak, Stacy......................................................107 Kroeze, David.........................................................177 Krueger, Keith................................................ 105, 116 Kunz, Michael.........................................................153

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Imon, Keith.............................................................175 Ioannides, Aristides........................................ 77, 118

Lackey, Pamela........................................................78 LaFaive, Michael......................................................95 Lajvardi, Fredi.........................................................129 Lamb, Steve............................................... 60, 72, 117 Laskin, Shelley.............................................. 140, 175 LaSota, Kathy.....................................................59, 72 Laurson, Finn..........................................................140 Leahy, Thomas.......................................................123 Lee, Gary.................................................................139 Lee, James................................................................57 Lee, Krina................................................................165 Leichliter, Michael....................................................71 Lembke, Jason............................. 77, 82, 84, 99, 122 Lentini, Vincent......................................................153 Leonard, Randi.......................................................103 LeVaillant, Guy J....................................................106 Lewis, Terri..............................................................155 Libby, Douglas........................................................142 Lineburg, Mark.......................................................102 Link, Denise..............................................................74 Lipson, Glenn.........................................................108 Little, Greg...............................................................180 Lloyd, Doug.............................................................142 Lockamy, Thomas...................................................88 Long, Emily.............................................................150 Lorentzen, Ivan.........................................................75 Luther, Amber.........................................................156

J Jackey, Damon........................................................94 Jeffrey, Derk............................................................170 Jenkins, Trey.................................................... 98, 148 Jennings, Kim........................................131, 134, 180 Jennings, Linda......................................................176 Jerabek, Angela.......................................................93 Jimenez, Arturo.....................................................159 Joel, Stephen.........................................................169 Johnson, Larry.........................................................59 Jones, Ellen............................................................105 Jones, Joseph........................................................157 Jones, Ty.................................................................165 Jordan, Rodney.....................................................102 Judkins, Jennifer...................................................180

K Kammers, Brian.....................................................141 Karpick, Alan..........................................................164 Kasun, Ross.............................................................169 Kay, Ken...................................................................117 Kelly, John................................................................91 Kemper, Chris.....................................................70, 84 Killion, Rocky..........................................................164 Kinney, Tayrn..........................................................170 Kirchner-Scott, Diane............................................106 Kissman, Brian.......................................................157 Knittle, Laura..........................................................118 Knobloch, Stephan...............................................132 Kolod, Deborah......................................................176 Koocher, Glenn........................................................71

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M Mace, Nicole...........................................................150 Mack, Chris..............................................................165 Madorsky, Mark......................................................118 Magauran, Elizabeth.............................................123 Mallers, Linda............................................ 81, 83, 130 Malm, Ron...............................................................115

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N Nalley, Patricia.......................................................107 Negrón, Francisco..................................................115 Neiman, Michael....................................................100 Nelson, Mark...........................................................142 Nemko, Barbara.......................................................92 Neu, Robert.............................................................170 Newman, Katie......................................................106

O O’Connor, Christine.................................................87 O’Meara, Shamus..................................................149 Oehler, Tom............................................................148 Olivier, Dianne........................................................179 Olson, Jodi..............................................................139 Orr, Anthony.............................................................94 Ortiz-Brewster, Bernadette..................................104 Osgood, Rosalind..................................................155 Ottengheime, Pamela...........................................152

P Page, James............................................................103 Parker, Benah J......................................... 81, 98, 178 Parks, Sandra..........................................................181 Parrett, William..................................................61, 70 Patterson, Gina.......................................................102 Paulus, Kathleen............................................. 82, 149 Payne, LaShai.........................................................141 Payne, Ruby............................................................136 Pedley, Michael......................................................164 Peifer, Angela..........................................................136 Peltzman, Alissa.....................................................109 Perez, Katie.............................................................171

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Mandel, Lee..............................................................84 Mann, Michael........................................................134 Manna, Andrew......................................................145 Marschhausen, John............................................168 Martin, Mike............................................................100 Massey, Ed................................................................78 Masshardt, Heather.................................................92 Mastronicola, Tracie..............................................111 Mayhew, Don..........................................................169 McCabe, Terry........................................................102 McCain, Linda.........................................................101 McCarthy, Patrice....................................59, 109, 142 McCaw, William........................................................75 McCutcheon, Brian......................................... 72, 100 McDaniel, Gwenn.......................................... 134, 149 McDuffy, Kristine....................................................106 McEachen, Joanne................................................170 McFarland, Michael...............................................165 McGough, Michael..................................29, 121, 156 McKay, Roxane.......................................................170 McKee, Darren........................................................135 McLaughlin, Tom.....................................................87 McMullan, Ann....................................................61, 71 McNamara, Katie.....................................................89 Medford, Greta.......................................................139 Melnick, Helen........................................................177 Menzer, Elizabeth...................................................152 Menzo, Salvatore...................................................170 Metz, Rob...................................................................93 Meyerhoff, Gella.....................................................177 Milder, Leslie...........................................................120 Milder, Scott................................................... 133, 175 Miller, Mark..............................................................156 Miller, Matt...............................................................105 Mishook, Jacob......................................................109 Mitchell, Pat.............................................98, 148, 172 Molinar, Frank.........................................................167 Moore, Bob.............................................................116 Moore, Christian....................................................149 Morales, Frank........................................................103 Morales, Stephanie..................................................74 Moran, Pam.............................................................117 Moreno, Erikka.......................................................116

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INDEX (PRESENTERS) Perkins, Brian...........................................................97 Peterson, Charlene................................................155 Peterson, Dennis....................................................153 Peterson, Derek..................................................62, 96 Phillips, AJ...............................................................175 Plucker, Jonathan.................................................122 Poe, Randy................................................................78 Ponder, Sherry.......................................................181 Porter, Donna..........................................30, 109, 144 Presley, Daniel..........................................................94 Presser, Dorothy......................................................71 Pujol, Patrice...........................................................179

R Rader, Robert.........................................................142 Rather, Dan.........................................................26, 66 Ray, Kecia......................................................... 59, 125 Rediger, Kaitlyn......................................................132 Reeves, Douglas.............................................. 30, 154 Reeves, Katie..........................................................119 Register, Jesse..........................................................91 Reisig, Douglas.........................................................87 Reisinger, Charlie.....................................................71 Reynolds, John......................................................171 Reynolds, Paul....................................................30, 68 Reynolds, Peter..................................................31, 68 Rhatigan, Denise............................................. 82, 149 Richey, Kim..................................... 76, 110, 124, 143 Richmond, Greg.....................................................160 Rickert, Bonnie.........................................................78 Rigsby, Deborah............................. 76, 110, 124, 143 Ritchie, Debbie.......................................................107 Robbinson, Nancy.................................................155 Roberts, Robin................................................. 26, 128 Rockwood, Pamela...............................................152 Rogers, Phil.............................................................108 Romano, Daniel.....................................................167 Rotstein, Paul..........................................................153 Rubalcava, Jesus.....................................................57 Ruggio, Thomas.....................................................168 Rutherford, Bill.........................................................60 Ryan, Cheryl........................................................62, 67

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S Sachtleben, Laura.................................................148 Salaam, Amirah.............................. 76, 110, 124, 143 Salina, Jr., Edward.......................................... 84, 106 Salter, Susan...........................................................123 Samples, Elizabeth....................................... 145, 150 Sanchioni, Peter.....................................................117 Sanderson, Mieka..................................................155 Sandvik, Kristi...........................................................57 Savage, Jessica......................................................174 Savoie, Clarence....................................................100 Sceurman, Linda.......................................... 111, 159 Schaefer, Allison....................................................123 Schelling, Kerri................................................ 63, 163 Scott-Webber, Lennie...........................................107 Seebaum, Matthew.................................................68 Serin, Susan............................................................164 Shabazz, Ilyasah......................................................79 Sheehy, Peggy..........................................................92 Sheninger, Eric.......................................................173 Shertzer, Todd........................................................150 Shinoff, Daniel........................................................108 Schuler, David..........................................................66 Siano, Joe.................................................................94 Simmons, Troy.......................................................165 Simpson, Alan........................................................109 Singleton, Glenn.....................................31, 163, 173 Smith, Eric.................................................................74 Smith, Grant.............................................................77 Smucker, John.......................................................150 Snell, Michael.........................................................164 Snow, Eric...............................................................126 South, Joseph........................................................159 Spellos, Jim.......................................31, 86, 101, 120 Spence, Aaron..........................................................90 Springer, Karen......................................................164 Stavem, Jane..........................................................141 Stechschulte, Ryan................................................167 Steimel, Shane.......................................................100 Stellini, Mark...........................................................157 Sternke, JoAnn......................................141, 152, 177 Stetz, Gabriella.........................................................96

(PRESENTERS) INDEX Stoltzfus, Daryl.......................................................150 Stone, Terry............................................................166 Stuar, Katha............................................................119 Sullivan, Renee.......................................................166 Swope, Kathy...........................................................70

Talbert, Cathy.........................................................136 Tapia, Jose..............................................................164 Tata, Anthony.........................................................167 Tavernier, John......................................................167 Templeton, Steve....................................................78 Thomas, Jon..........................................130, 132, 148 Thompson, Kyle.....................................................116 Thornburg, David....................................................75 Thornton, Gwen.....................................................155 Tilley, Janet............................................................151 Toney, Barbara.......................................................144 Toppo, Greg..............................................................92 Torma, Denise..........................................................89 Torre, Carlos...........................................................157 Tosh, Teresa..............................................................87 Trainor, Sonja.........................................................140 Trembly, Jane.........................................................180 Tullie, Kathleen......................................................116 Turner, Mark............................................................133 Tuttle, John D............................................66,128,182

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Young, Michael.......................................................122

Vail, Kathleen..........................................................102 Valerio, Elizabeth.....................................................89 Vasquez, Bob..........................................................167 Vaudt, David...........................................................138 Verdusco, Kisha......................................................160 Veres, Mary..............................................................103 Vesling, David.........................................................118

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Z Zaff, Jon.....................................................................98 Zappolo, Fred.....................................................85, 97 Zehr, Mary-Margaret..............................................166 Zimmerman, Jordyn.............................................105 Zoerb, Charlene.....................................................155 Zola, Michael C............................... 76, 110, 124, 143

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Wahl, Erik..................................................................80 Waldum, Paul.........................................................176 Walkup, Dale...........................................................114 Wallace, Ken...........................................................143 Walston, Susan.........................................................87 Walts, Steven..........................................................175 Ward, Terry..............................................................137 Wardlow, Sr., Liane................................................121 Warnke, Justin........................................................168 Watson, Rodney.....................................................158 Weber, Michael................................................ 72, 100 Wernz, Jackie.........................................................118 West, Richard.........................................................136 Whipple, Jennifer..................................................116 Wilcox, James.........................................................165 Wilk, Justin................................................................99 Willhite, Ron..............................................................73 Williams, Phillip.......................................................76 Williams-Jones, Kanisha............................... 78, 158 Willis, Mark................................................................58 Wilson, Dan...............................................................85 Wilson, Jamie.........................................................179 Winecoff, Kathy............................................... 63, 124 Wing, Julie...............................................................123 Worthen, Maria.......................................................164 Worthington, B.J......................................................68 Wright, Peter...........................................................155

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Inside Front Cover NSBA School Rx Cooperative................................................................................................................................233 NSBA Stand Up 4 Public Schools........................................................................................................................... 39 NSBA Study Halls.....................................................................................................................................................255 Optoma....................................................................................................................................................................... 38 Sodexo......................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Springboard..............................................................................................................................................................161 Stantec.......................................................................................................................................................................189 VMWare......................................................................................................................................................................185

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