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Conference Tracks: Back to the Future

Innovation in education, reimagining learning spaces, personalized learning, and future-ready skills. Breaking away from traditional “roads” of education into new pathways. We invite educators, researchers, and thought leaders to submit proposals for our upcoming conference. Below are the tracks for which we are seeking session proposals:

1. Great Scott! Instructional Breakthroughs

This track is designed for educators and instructional leaders focused on strengthening classroom instruction. Sessions highlight practical, research-informed strategies that support student engagement, effective use of assessment and data, and thoughtful instructional design.

Attendees will explore approaches that improve how students learn, think, and apply understanding across content areas.

Topics Include:

  • High-impact instructional strategies
  • Assessment and data-driven practices
  • Personalized and innovative learning models
  • Curriculum design and student engagement

2. Back to Basics, Forward to Success

This track focuses on the foundational practices that support student success. Sessions center on evidence-based literacy and numeracy instruction, along with strategies that support the whole child and address diverse learning needs.

Attendees will engage with practical approaches that strengthen core instruction and promote consistent growth.

Topics Include:

  • Science of Reading and foundational literacy
  • Numeracy and core academic instruction
  • Social-emotional learning and whole-child supports
  • Differentiation and student success strategies

3. Hoverboards & High-Impact Tools

This track explores how technology can be used intentionally to support teaching and learning. Sessions focus on practical tools, emerging technologies, and digital systems that enhance instruction and improve efficiency.

Attendees will gain insight into using technology with purpose—without adding unnecessary complexity.

Topics Include:

  • Technology integration for teaching and learning
  • Artificial intelligence and emerging tools
  • Digital platforms, apps, and instructional resources
  • IT infrastructure and technology deployment

4. The Power of Collective Leadership: 1.21 Gigawatts of Efficacy

This track highlights the role of shared leadership in driving school improvement. Sessions focus on collaboration, instructional leadership, and systems that build trust, strengthen culture, and support sustainable growth.

Attendees will explore leadership practices that align people, purpose, and progress.

Topics Include:

  • Instructional leadership and school improvement
  • Collaboration, coaching, and professional learning
  • Building trust, culture, and shared accountability
  • Community engagement and opportunity-driven leadership
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