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PLC at Work® Institute

San Antonio, Texas | November 6–8, 2024
$799.00
  • $769.00 per person for teams of 5 or more
 

Build school culture where learning thrives

“After several months of research and dialogue with practitioners throughout the nation, it became apparent that the hype was real. PLCs . . . are being used by schools and districts of all sizes and demographics to make significant impacts on student achievement.”

Evaluating Professional Learning Communities: Final Report
An APQC® Education Benchmarking Project

The Professional Learning Communities at Work® process is increasingly recognized as the most powerful strategy for sustained, substantive school improvement. This institute gives you and your team the knowledge and tools to implement this powerful process in your school or district.

For three days, you will have the opportunity to network with some of the most insightful minds in education. The presenters, all educators who have successfully led schools through the PLC process, are accessible to you throughout the event.

The program includes time for questions during the breakout sessions, a panel of experts to address questions from the audience, and time for teams to reflect and seek the advice of the presenters. At the end of team time, you will focus on next action steps, with presenters on hand to guide you.

For those just beginning to explore PLCs, this is an excellent way to build your knowledge base. For those who are already involved in deep implementation, this institute is the perfect opportunity to revisit your mission, introduce new team members to the process, and get answers to new questions.

As you delve deep into the three big ideas of a PLC—a focus on learning, building a collaborative culture, and results orientation—you will gain specific, practical, and inspiring strategies for transforming your school or district into a place where all students learn at high levels.

Hear from our attendees

On-Site Solution Tree Book Co-Op Open Throughout Event

Agenda and speakers are subject to change.

Download the detailed agenda and summaries

Wednesday, November 6th

6:30–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:45 a.m. Keynote
9:45–10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00–11:30 a.m. Breakouts
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Lunch (on your own)

1:00–2:30 p.m.

Breakouts

2:30–2:45 p.m.

Break

2:45–3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion

Thursday, November 7th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:45 a.m. Keynote
9:45–10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00–11:30 a.m. Breakouts
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Lunch (on your own)

1:00–2:30 p.m.

Breakouts

2:30–2:45 p.m.

Break

2:45–3:45 p.m. Team Time

Friday, November 8th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:30 a.m.

Breakouts

9:30–9:45 a.m. Break
9:45–11:45 a.m.

Keynote

Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.

Parking Information:
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center parking information
Marriott Rivercenter: Self-parking 20% off of 2024 pricing
Hilton Palacio del Rio: Valet $44, self-parking not available at Hotel

All rates are per day and subject to change.

In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Solution Tree. After the deadline listed below, rates will be determined by the hotel.


Primary Hotel

San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter

101 Bowie St
San Antonio, TX 78205
210.223.1000

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $249 per night
Deadline: October 18, 2024

Alternate Hotel 1

San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk

889 E Market St
San Antonio, TX 78205
210.224.4555

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $249 per night
Deadline: October 18, 2024

Alternate Hotel 2

Hilton Palacio del Rio

200 South Alamo St
San Antonio, Texas 78205
210.222.1400

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $269 per night
Deadline: October 14, 2024

Online reservations

“This conference was genuinely the best I have ever attended. I received so much information that I will definitely be using this summer to plan for the upcoming school year.”

Nancy Kahn, principal, Caney Creek High School, Texas

“AWESOME . . . I can’t wait to come again!”

Christine J. Zessin, teacher, Epps Island Elementary School, Texas

“Thank you so much for this incredible opportunity. I have been to many conferences, but never to one in which I have gained so much.”

Terry Wright, instruction specialist, Klein Independent School District, Texas

“Thank you so much for the excellent refresher on why I became an educator in the first place. It isn’t about working harder. It is all about teachers working together and being smarter and more deliberate about student learning.”

Ben Johnson, teacher, Edgewood Independent School District, Texas

“This was one of the best workshops I have attended. The organization and flow of the presentations were excellent. The information was relevant and real. It was evident that the presenters had relevant experience and love for children. Their enthusiasm was catching!”

Kay McClure, teacher, Sulphur Springs Independent School District, Texas

“This conference was the most valuable professional development I have ever experienced. I was actively engaged in each session thanks to the hands-on approach of the presenters, and I left with the tools I need to develop the professional learning community on my campus.”

Vanessa Reyes, principal, Rayburn High School, Texas

Venue

Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

850 E Commerce Street

San Antonio, Texas


Participation Information

You will receive a certificate of participation 6 weeks after the event concludes. Please check with your department of education for CEU availability.

On-Site Solution Tree Book Co-Op Discounts

  • Buy 5 or more Solution Tree titles or resources and receive 30% off and free shipping
  • On-site book co-op open daily throughout the event

Discounts above are for on-site purchases only. Does not include any non-Solution Tree product, toolkit, or sale table items. Purchase orders and credit cards accepted. We now accept Apple, Google and Samsung Pay onsite. Continental US only.


Additional Information


Included with your registration

Learning by Doing, Fourth Edition

Learning by Doing, Fourth Edition

The fourth edition of this comprehensive action guide provides new strategies for leveraging PLC for a highly effective multitiered system of supports, expert-led guidance on school culture, and a deeper discussion on connecting school improvement to the mission of helping all students succeed.

AllThingsPLC Magazine Single Event Issue

AllThingsPLC Magazine Single Event Issue

AllThingsPLC Magazine is a must-have for emerging and veteran professional learning communities (PLCs). Each issue includes PLC research, inspiration, fixes, how-tos, and more.

Event Journal

Event Journal

We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Solution Tree is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.