We are seeking engaging educational leaders/practitioners to present at Summer GAEL to showcase the innovative practices and groundbreaking initiatives you are seeing positive results from in your schools/districts. Presenters will be notified the week of May 6th of their selection status.
Presentation Guidelines:
Presenters must be a current member of GAEL for the 2024-2025 school year. This requirement will be satisfied once you have successfully registered for the Summer GAEL Conference.
Presenters must be registered for the Summer Conference. Conference registration opens on Wednesday, March 20 at 9:00 am. 2024 GAEL Summer Conference - In Person (membersuite.com)
45 minutes will be scheduled for a school or district to share innovative practices during breakouts.
Presentations should be focused on one of the professional learning strands below:
Dream – Presentations in this
strand explore innovative approaches and visionary strategies for shaping the future of public education and preparing students for tomorrow's challenges and opportunities through creativity, critical thinking and adaptability. Presenters will engage participants in discussions on dreaming big, thinking creatively, and pushing the boundaries of traditional educational models. By dreaming big and embracing change, participants will leave inspired with practical ideas to revolutionize public education in their schools and districts.
Believe - Throughout this strand, educational leaders will share proven
strategies and practices aimed at promoting efficacy within the educational
ecosystem. Insights will be shared into
fostering belief in students, empowering teachers, and inspiring leaders to
reach their full potential. Innovative ideas and collaborative strategies will be shared to ensure that every
student, teacher, and leader can thrive in the educational landscape. Participants will be equipped with practical tools and approaches to cultivate a positive and supportive learning environment where everyone thrives.
Achieve – This breakout session will highlight the importance of collaboration among students, teachers, and administrators in driving academic achievement and overall success in public education. Participants will explore effective strategies for fostering teamwork, communication, and shared accountability within educational communities. Conference attendees will discover practical approaches for setting high expectations, aligning goals, and leveraging each stakeholder's strengths to maximize student outcomes. From creating a culture of continuous improvement to celebrating collective achievements, this session will empower participants to work collaboratively towards a common vision of excellence in public education.
NO Commercial Break-Outs: Sales presentations will not be accepted. Only school or district-level GAEL members may submit proposals. Corporate partners, commercial entities or other non-profit organizations may not submit proposals for break-out sessions. Individuals from such entities may, of course, be present with presenters, but they may not lead attendees at break-out sessions. No "up sells" of products or services....only best practices!