2026 Learn, Grow, Lead Professional Learning Conference: Full Schedule

10:40am EDT

Expect It, Teach It, Reinforce It: Creating Consistent Classroom Expectations and Routines

Tuesday June 23, 2026 10:40am - 11:25am EDT

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Strong classroom management begins with clear expectations, consistent routines, and predictable responses. In this session, participants will explore how to establish and reinforce classroom expectations through effective transitions, 3R Language (Reinforce, Remind, Redirect), and logical consequences that promote student responsibility. Teachers will leave with practical strategies for creating a positive, structured learning environment where students know what is expected and are supported in meeting those expectations.

Speakers

Lakesha Cherry

Elementary Teacher, Chesapeake Schools

Tuesday June 23, 2026 10:40am - 11:25am EDT
Greenbrier Room (1st Floor)

Community

Audience All Participants
Level All Levels

1:30pm EDT

Positive Language, Positive Classrooms: Strategies for Student Belonging and Success

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Tuesday June 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

Greenbrier Room (1st Floor)

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Classrooms today are filled with diverse learners, making it challenging for teachers to help every student feel supported and valued while maintaining patience and positivity. This professional development session, designed for all elementary teachers, will provide real, universal strategies you can implement immediately to foster a strong sense of belonging, community building, and student ownership.You will explore how positive language and daily structures set all learners up for success, and walk away with an actionable handout of strategies to create a safe, welcoming learning environment that opens the door to academic achievement for ALL students.

Speakers

Jacqueline Smyers

Tuesday June 23, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Greenbrier Room (1st Floor)

Belonging

Audience All Participants

2:25pm EDT

Engagement by Design: Building Student Ownership Through Goal Setting and Team Roles

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Tuesday June 23, 2026 2:25pm - 3:10pm EDT

Greenbrier Room (1st Floor)

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What happens when students truly understand where they are in their learning and feel empowered to take the next step? In this session, participants will explore practical strategies that help students set meaningful goals, reflect on their progress, and take greater ownership of their learning journey. Through collaborative activities, real classroom examples, and ready-to-use tools, participants will discover ways to build student confidence, increase engagement, and create classrooms where learners are more motivated, independent, and invested in their growth.

Speakers

Debbie Fry

Debbie Fry is a Health, Physical Education, and Driver Education teacher at Indian River High School in Chesapeake, Virginia. She earned her B.S. from Old Dominion University and a Master's Degree from Regent University. She is the current department chair at Indian River High School... Read More →

Tuesday June 23, 2026 2:25pm - 3:10pm EDT
Greenbrier Room (1st Floor)

Belonging

Audience All Participants

2026 Learn, Grow, Lead Professional Learning Conference

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2026 Learn, Grow, Lead Professional Learning Conference

10:40am EDT

Lakesha Cherry

1:30pm EDT

Jacqueline Smyers

2:25pm EDT

Debbie Fry

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