Family engagement is a critical component of literacy success. When families understand their child's literacy data and have access to meaningful, easy-to-use resources, they are better equipped to support learning at home. In this interactive session, assistant principals will explore practical ways to strengthen family partnerships through clear communication about literacy progress and accessible at-home supports. Participants will examine tools and materials from VBCPS, VLP, and VDOE designed to support literacy development beyond the classroom. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussion, attendees will analyze real scenarios and determine which resources best meet the needs of their students and families.
Participants will learn the steps of the entire homebound process including: screening referrals through the Homebound Response Team, submitting a referral to the Homebound Office, the administrative review process to approval/denial, and re-integration back into the schools. We will also explore the strict limitations on homebound services, the different types of homebound services, and practice screening applications that may potentially qualify for these services.
This collaborative session empowers school-based administrators to examine current school-wide systems and identify opportunities to integrate BIST elements into existing frameworks. Participants will explore how key BIST concepts—including responding to student behaviors early, establishing common language, and embedding opportunities for coaching students who display missing skills—can make systems more robust. By aligning these elements, leaders will activate sustainable structures that foster predictable, supportive school environments.
Assistant principals strive to be in classrooms every day, gathering valuable insight into teaching and learning. In this interactive session, participants will explore how to transform classroom observations, learning walks, data discussions, and other instructional evidence into meaningful action. Attendees will learn practical strategies for identifying trends, fostering collaborative analysis, and building collective ownership around schoolwide instructional goals. Participants will leave with tools and protocols that can be adapted to support instructional growth, strengthen leadership through connection, and improve student outcomes in any school setting.
Leading an effective Student Response Team requires more than just scheduling meetings—it requires strategic resource management. This professional learning session positions Assistant Principals as the chief architects of their building's tiered support systems. We will dive deep into resource mapping, identifying underutilized intervention assets, and establishing clear gateway criteria for tier transitions. Leaders will learn how to run high-yield, data-centered SRT meetings that result in concrete action steps, strict progress-monitoring timelines, and optimal alignment of interventionists, counselors, and support staff.
This session explores how assistant principals can strengthen their leadership identity by building trust-based relationships with principals, staff, students, and families. Participants will examine how effective principal-AP partnerships, shared leadership practices, and intentional relationship-building create a unified leadership presence that positively influences school culture and drives school improvement.
Leading an effective Student Response Team requires more than just scheduling meetings—it requires strategic resource management. This professional learning session positions Assistant Principals as the chief architects of their building's tiered support systems. We will dive deep into resource mapping, identifying underutilized intervention assets, and establishing clear gateway criteria for tier transitions. Leaders will learn how to run high-yield, data-centered SRT meetings that result in concrete action steps, strict progress-monitoring timelines, and optimal alignment of interventionists, counselors, and support staff.
In today’s classrooms, educators frequently encounter students exhibiting signs of high anxiety, frustration, or interfering behavior. When a student’s emotions escalate, traditional disciplinary responses can sometimes worsen the situation. This interactive, evidence-based professional learning session equips administrators and support staff with the practical tools and psychological insights needed to defuse tense situations before they escalate into crises. Participants will learn how to read early warning signs, regulate their own stress responses, and apply verbal and non-verbal techniques that restore safety and connection to the learning environment.
Ready to lead your literacy meetings with greater confidence? This practical session focuses on navigating the complexities of Student Reading plans within your school’s MTSS framework without the overwhelm. Using real-world scenarios and targeted guiding questions, we will explore how to make collaborative scheduling and placement decisions across Tiers 1, 2, and 3. You will walk away with actionable strategies to streamline your intervention meetings and support your instructional teams. Join us to strengthen your literacy systems one step at a time.
This session focuses on guiding teams to write high-quality, measurable behavior goals and effectively monitor progress within an MTSS framework. Participants will learn how to develop goals that are specific, observable, and aligned with student needs. The session will also cover practical methods for collecting behavior data to track growth and guide instructional decisions. Emphasis will be placed on ensuring goals are actionable and progress monitoring is systematic, helping educators make informed adjustments to interventions. Attendees will leave with tools and resources to strengthen both goal development and ongoing monitoring of behavior supports.
The power of instructional leadership grows when leaders combine their expertise with innovative tools. In this interactive session, attendees will explore how administrators and instructional coaches are using AI platforms to strengthen collaboration, streamline workflows, and transform student data into meaningful instructional action. Participants will gain practical strategies for using AI to support observation feedback, coaching conversations, and data-driven instructional planning while maintaining a focus on high-quality teaching and learning. Through real-world examples and collaborative discussion, attendees will learn how AI can amplify leadership capacity while maintaining professional judgment and instructional expertise.
