Keynote Speaker - Bob Smiley
Many moons ago – before Ritalin or the Internet – a young, broke college student named Roberto Antonio Smiley, Bob Smiley, signed up for a stand-up competition at his college. The prize money was $500, he won the money and the tender hearts of his fellow students. The rest is history.  Since that incredibly average performance, Roberto shortened his name and started a caffeine-induced tour spreading laughter and gaiety to the masses. Twenty years later, Bob is now one of the nation’s most in-demand and hilarious clean comedians. And he absolutely loves his job, no matter how many times his father challenges its legitimacy as a career choice…

Footnote Speaker - Melvin Adams
A former Harlem Globetrotter, Melvin Adams’s passion for reaching America’s youth grows with every presentation and performance he offers. Since retiring from the Harlem Globetrotters in 2000, Melvin has spoken to over two million youth at school assemblies, basketball clinics, camps and other youth events. Audiences adore Melvin’s energy and ability to engage the attention of young people of all ages. He has been called “one of the most dynamic youth speakers in the country”. He has made countless multiple television and radio appearances for interviews, as guest stars on situation comedies, children’s programming, and for special programs designed to positively influence kids and teens against drugs, violence and gangs.

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Directors Track

• Brunworth, Dorris: Licensing Q&A

• Buxton, Lori: Rules of Engagement with an Angry Child
• Chromey, Dr. Rick: Sticky Learning
• Cutler, Dr. Carrie: Growth Mindset for Teachers: How to Prevent Fear & Low Expectations from Limiting Your Potential
• Gibbs, Marianne Dr.: Fine Motor Skills. . .Write Out of the Box!
• Gore, Kara: Advanced Infant Development
• Harris, Natasha: Developmental Stages of Children- Toddlers​
• ​Lerman, Amy: Communication: Recognizing Red Flags & Understanding Typical Language Dev., Part 1
• Malichi, Krystal: Oraganizing a Dynamic Classroom

• Martin, Jennifer: From Singing to Reading: Using Nursery Rhymes To Promote Reading Readiness
• Priddy, Christi:  Temper Tantrums 101
• Rettie, Robin: Identifying & Applying Strategies for the Restless Young Lerner, Part 1
• Sanchez, Erika: Early Intervention, Inclusion & Special Ed. 101
• Smith, Tym: Regulating Emotions & Feelings in Young Children
• Wright, Albert: The Unspoken Introspective: An Honest Look at Race in the Classroom
• Wright, Gene: Exciting Object Lessons

Directors Track

• Buxton, Lori: Divine Direction for Leaders

• Gore, Kara: Who Is In Your Boat? Jonah or Jesus?

• Burnworth, Dorris: Minimum Standards for Teachers
• Cargill, Barbara: Hooray for Habitats!
• Chromey, Dr. Rick: Why Kids (Really) Misbehave
• Cutler, Dr. Carrie: Growth Mindset for Teachers: How to Prevent Fear & Low Expectations from Limiting Your Potential
• Gibbs, Dr. Marianne: Shapes, Symbols & Scissors Skills Sequenced for Success
• Harris, Natasha: The Creativity of Learning Centers
• Lerman, Amy: Communication: Recognizing Red Flags & Understanding Typical Language Dev., Part 2
• Malichi, Krystal: Discipline Without Stress​

• ​Martin, Jennifer: Ramp Up Your Read Aloud!
• Priddy, Christi: Potty Training 101
• Rettie, Robin: Identifying & Applying Strategies for the Restless Young Learner, Part 2
• Sanchez, Erika: Early Intervention, Inclusion & Special Ed. 101
• Smith, Tym: Communication or Chaos? How speaking to Children Can Help or Harm Your Relationship
• Wright, Albert: Dyslexia is My Superpower: How to take your Weaknesses & Turn Them Into Strengths
• Wright, Gene: Beginner Balloon Workshop

NOTE: Lunch #1 is served during this time period

• Cutler, Dr. Carrie: Fired Up, Not Burned Out: Pre-K Math Centers That Ignite Learning
• Davis, Leisha: Learning Through Play - Centers & Circle Time
• Gibbs, Dr. Marianne: I Can Do It By Myself!!
• King, Stella: Fit & Fun for Everyone - Pumped Up!​

• ​Martin, Jennifer: Oral Language Labs
• Owoseni, Natasha: Diversity in the Classroom - Children with Special Needs
• Sanchez, Erika: Red Flag Behaviors: What to Do RIGHT When You Think Something Might Be WRONG
• Wright, Gene: Intermediate Balloon Workshop

NOTE: Lunch #2 is served during this time period

Directors Track

• Smith, Tym: Partnering With Parents: A Guide to Parental Involvement

• Wright, Albert: Embracing Race in the School

• Buxton, Lori: Rules of Engagement with an Angry Child
• Cargill, Barbara: Hooray for Habitats!
• Chromey, Dr. Rick: Sticky Learning
• Gore, Kara: Advanced Toddler Development
• Malichi, Krystal: Organizing a Dynamic Classroom​

• ​Priddy, Christi: Infant Play - Round Table Discussion
• Rettie, Robin: Identifying & Applying Strategies for the Restless Young Learner, Part 1
• Smith, Tym: Partnering with Parents: A Guide to Parental Involvement
• Wright, Albert: Embracing Race in the School
• Wright, Brooke: Easing into Transitions

Directors Track

• Smith, Tym: Understanding the Great Job Gap

• Wright, Albert: How to Get Along With Co-Workers

• Buxton, Lori: Inspired Teaching
• Cargill, Barbara: Hooray for Habitats!
• Chromey, Dr. Rick: Teaching With Style
• Cutler, Dr. Carrie: Fired Up, Not Burned Out: Pre-K Math Centers That Ignite Learning
• Davis, Leisha: Learning Through Play - Centers & Circle Time
• Gibbs, Dr. Marianne: Making Sense of Our Sensational Senses
• Gore, Kara: Advanced 3 & 4-Year-Old Development
• Harris, Natasha: An Outdoor Classroom

• Malichi, Krystal: Discipline Without Stress​
• ​Martin, Jennifer: Writing int he Preschool Classroom: Why, What, When & How
• Priddy, Christi: Temper Tantrums 101
• Rettie, Robin: Identifying & Applying Strategies for the Restless Young Learner, Part 2
• Sanchez, Erika: Red Flag Behaviors: What To Do RIGHT When You Think Something Might Be WRONG
• Wright, Brooke: Bringing Worship into the Classroom
• Wright, Gene: Advanced Balloon Workshop