UNITED PROGRAM
THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
A Conference Created Just for You
From keynote speakers that hit all the right chords to sessions that speak to the challenges and opportunities of our time, UNITED’s programming will draw you into the community, give you opportunities to share your experiences with others, and learn from your peers.
The lessons you’ll takeaway from this experience will help you deliver an aligned learning experience for students as they transition from level to level. Our programming meets you where you are and you can be certain that you will see yourself on the stage, in the content or participating in a thought-provoking discussion.
Keynote Speakers
Jon Gordon’s best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world.He is the author of 28 books including 15 best sellers and 5 children’s books. His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus which has sold over 3 million copies, The Carpenter which was a top 5 business book of the year, Training Camp, and The Power of Positive Leadership.
Rehema Ellis, an award-winning television journalist, is NBC News’ Chief Education correspondent. She has covered generation-defining stories, including the attacks on the World Trade Center and Hurricane Katrina. Ellis has distinguished herself as a lead correspondent, having won an Emmy for her reporting on the 2008 Presidential Election of Barack Obama and his historic inauguration and playing an integral part of NBC News’ “Education Nation” initiative.Luncheon Speakers
Todd Whitaker – Luncheon Speaker: Motivating People During Difficult Times
Having high-energy staff members is critical to the success of every school and district. Everyone who works with students must come to school with a positive mindset each day, something that can be challenging during difficult times. This session will focus on no-cost ways for educational leaders to stay positive and motivate themselves and everyone in their organization.
Rehema Ellis – Women In Leadership Luncheon Speaker
Join us for an afternoon of inspiration and networking. This event is not your ordinary luncheon; it’s a celebration of the extraordinary achievements of women in leadership positions. From assistant principals to principals to district leaders, this gathering is a testament to your resilience, dedication, and ability to lead with compassion and strength.
Pre-Conference Workshops
Add on a day of learning to your experience at UNITED with pre-conference sessions. On Sunday, July 14, 2024, four sessions will be offered in the morning from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and will repeat in the afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., allowing you flexibility to select what best meets your needs and availability.
Presenter: Robyn Jackson, CEO of Mindsteps Inc., which helps schools improve schools by using the teachers and resources they already have.
Presenter: Baruti Kafele, an author, a speaker, a master teacher, and a transformational school leader.
Presenter: Kim Campbell, an author, a speaker, a middle-level teacher, and a dean of students who founded the afterschool program called Students on the Academic Rise, or SOAR.
Presenter: Dr. Jason Feig, from Khan Academy, which offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.
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