EDUCON is a premier educational showcase and learning opportunity for teachers, principals, and district leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to choose breakout sessions led by school districts from across the Central Kentucky region and beyond. You will not just come away with a good idea or two; you will gain an abundance of great ideas and best practices that you can immediately apply in your classroom, school, or district.
Breakout Session Strands: Your chance to focus on a particular area of interest throughout the conference or explore a broader span! 1. Academics & Instructional Best Practices 2. Communications & Outreach 3. Developing & Empowering Staff 4. Innovation & Technology 5. Safety & School Culture 6. Student Supports & Opportunities
Participants will hear from two distinguished keynote speakers. The Day 1 starting line-up will be led by two-time national champion for the University of Kentucky basketball team, Jeff Sheppard, who will take the "court" and share his insight. On Day 2, Artificial Intelligence and EdTech expert, Brian Buffington will rock the stage with mega hits to inspire you.
Daily Schedule 7:45 am Registration and Vendor Hall opens 8:30 am Welcome & Keynote Speaker 10:30 am -11:30 am Breakout Sessions - see Schedule tab to pickup your sessions! 11:30 am -12:00 pm Vendor Hall & Networking 12:00 pm -1:00 pm Lunch break (lunch on own) 1:15 pm -2:15 pm Breakout Sessions - see Schedule tab to pickup your sessions! 2:30 pm -3:30 pm Breakout Sessions - see Schedule tab to pickup your sessions!
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Join us for an engaging session to empower instructional leaders and educators with tools to elevate classroom practices. This session focuses on creating a common language around instruction and planning to foster consistency and clarity in teaching strategies across your school or district. Participants will:
1. Explore the importance of a shared instructional language and its impact on student outcomes and staff collaboration. 2. Dive into the Components of an Ideal Lesson, gaining a deep understanding of how each component contributes to an effective learning environment. 3. Learn practical strategies for rolling out these components to staff, ensuring buy-in and alignment. 4. Discover actionable methods for monitoring classroom implementation and providing meaningful feedback that drives continuous improvement.
Through interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, participants will be equipped with a roadmap for fostering instructional excellence and cultivating a culture of growth. Whether you're a teacher leader, instructional coach, principal, or district administrator, this session will provide the insights and strategies needed to transform teaching and learning in your organization.
