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PLC at Work® Institute

Madison, Wisconsin | July 24–26, 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—focus on learning, build 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.

Detailed agenda and summaries

Wednesday, July 24th

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. Keynote & Panel Discussion

Thursday, July 25th

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, July 26th

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:
Hilton: $25 per day Self-Parking
Best Western: $25 per day in/out privileges


Primary Hotel

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace

9 East Wilson Street
Madison, WI 53703
608.255.5100

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $219 per night
Deadline: June 22, 2024, or until group rate is sold out.

Online Reservations

Alternative Hotel 1

Best Western Premier Park Hotel

22 S Carroll St
Madison, WI 53703
608.327.1134

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $199 per night
Deadline: July 1, 2024, or until group rate is sold out.

Online Reservations

“I was amazed by the wealth of knowledge of each presenter. Nothing threw them off guard. Their love and passion for what they know works showed through every question asked on the spot.”

Anita Cates, teacher, Poplar Bluff High School, Missouri

“The fact that I could bring 16 members of my new high school to hear about the importance of teacher leadership in building the foundation of professional learning communities was incredible. I have a staff who believes that all students will learn at high levels, and now they know how to ensure that this happens.”

Jen Lindaman, principal, Ankeny Centennial High School, Iowa

“I truly enjoyed this experience. Each of the presentations I viewed had presenters who were truly passionate about their jobs. They spoke a lot about their personal experiences and provided lots of opportunities for interaction.”

Zondra Moore, teacher, Miles Davis Kindergarten Center, Illinois

“This was my third year in a row, and I still learned a lot! You can’t ever hear the messages too many times. Outstanding job on updating and revising your work year after year.”

Erica Rausch, principal, Oak Ridge Middle School, Iowa

Venue

Monona Terrace Convention Center

1 John Nolen Dr

Madison, Wisconsin


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

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.