A Scan of Justice Policy in the States
In this session, participants will get an overview of the policies impacting justice impacted individuals and students in the…
Our Youngest Learners: Increasing Equity in Early Intervention for Infants & Toddlers
Early intervention is the key to setting young children with delays and disabilities on a path to long-term success.…
The Time Is Now: Ending Corporal Punishment in America
Every student deserves a learning environment that fosters growth and belonging, where they are safe and free from harm.…
Youth Organizing in Real Time
In this session, participants will learn about student organizing as a vital lever for systems change, at federal and…
Re-imagining Preparation for College and Career: A Race-Conscious Approach
For Black and Latino students, preparation for college entails much more than performance on standardized tests and the acquisition…
Sustenance Matters – How Hunger Impacts College Students and What Can Be Done
Food insecurity is integral for college students achieving their goals. Yet, many college students face barriers, with 22% of…
Grading States on Social Emotional and Academic Development (SEAD): A Preview
Supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of students is more important than ever given the experiences of the…
Crafting Effective Messaging to Create Community Change
Being able to communicate effectively is a necessary skill to be a successful advocate. Knowing how to understand your…
Continuing the Conversation about Critical Race Theory – The New Public Fight at the State Level
Attacks on “Critical Race Theory” and equity have hit a fever pitch in federal, state, and local education policy…
Critical Race Theory – The Attacks, Advocacy, and Opportunities in the New Public Fight
In this plenary, participants will have the opportunity to hear from leaders and experts about the attacks on equity…
Telling Your Story Through Blogs and Op-Eds
Advocacy requires effective messaging. One of the best ways to reach people is by telling personal stories in either…
Here to Stay: Examining Gaps in Access to Non-Novice Teachers
Access to non-novice teachers matters. Yet, students of color and students from low-income backgrounds are more likely to attend…
Navigational Based Leadership: How to Build Resilience in Advocacy
In this session, participants will develop resilience skills in the context of advocacy and leadership. Through an energetic and…
Black Student Debt Crisis
There is a serious Black student debt crisis, and clarifying the problem is the first step to fixing it.…
The American Rescue Plan & COVID Recovery: Where Are We & What’s Next?
To address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government is providing an additional $125 billion in education…
Understanding Power in Your Region: A Better Way of Powermapping
Participants will take a deep dive into power mapping: Participants will become familiar with what we mean by “power”…
Reimagining How we Make School Spending Decisions
In this session, participants will learn how equity-oriented school spending data can inform school funding decisions being made right…
Better Together: How to Bring More Authentic Voices to Your Advocacy Efforts
In this session, participants will learn how to incorporate the voices of students and parents in their advocacy and…
Federal Education Policy: Past, Present, and Future
In this session, participants will hear about what’s moving in the federal policy space right now, how it will…
Policy Advocacy for the School Principals Our Students Deserve
Participants will build their understanding of the importance of school principals and the kinds of state policies that can…