The Challenge of Change
Mary Montle Bacon

As our society becomes more complex and more resistant to change, there is a need to re-examine the assumptions we make and the strategies we use to function effectively in the rapidly changing global world of the 21st century. The challenge of change involves a complex set of factors that can inhibit or enhance our ability to achieve the vision we say we want. This presentation focuses on the critical elements required to ensure that we are realistic in our assessment of the changes we face and the demands it places on those who must provide young people and families with the academic and interpersonal skills necessary for success in school and society.

The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy
Jon Gordon

• Identify your individual, team and/or organizational purpose and live it passionately.
• Create a vision of the future for yourself, your team, and/or organization.
• Communicate the vision in a way that energizes team members to get on the bus.
• Enhance productivity by improving communication and increasing the number of positive interactions among your team.
• Implement real strategies to stay positive in the face of change, challenges and adversity.
• Deal with the Energy Vampires in your team and within the organization.
• Build an organizational culture that is irresistible to the best talent in the marketplace.
• Generate positive energy in the organization that is magnetic to customers.
• Serve each other and your employees in a way that creates positive, healthy, authentic relationships.
• Build a unified and winning team.
• Celebrate success and enjoy the ride.

Supervision, Evaluation and Instructional Improvement
Todd Whitaker

The role of teacher evaluation is essential for an effective principal. This session will focus on evaluation of all teachers - from our superstars to our less than superstars. Principals will have a chance to practice conferencing, note taking, and to examine the most effective ways to evaluate and improve our teachers. This session will also include ways to improve instruction on a daily basis in your school. Included will be videotaped lessons, information on differentiated supervision, and how to focus on instructional leadership on a daily basis in your school.