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Accelerated Learning

In every school, some students struggle to keep pace with grade-level expectations. Remediation often falls short, leaving these students further behind. This institute shifts the focus from "catching up" to accelerated learning for all students, ensuring they reach and exceed grade-level proficiency. Join our expert thought leaders and practitioners to collaboratively discover how to unlock the potential of every learner. Leave with hope and a sense of collective efficacy that shouts, “We got this!”

This Institute is for you if:

  • You are an educator, administrator, or school leader committed to improving student achievement
  • You are seeking innovative and effective strategies to address learning gaps
  • You believe in the power of collaboration and a data-driven approach to instruction
  • You are ready to transform your school and create a brighter future for all students

What you’ll get:

  • Proven strategies: Participants will learn how to implement evidence-based acceleration techniques in the classroom, foster a collaborative learning culture, and leverage effective leadership practices.
  • Expert guidance: Renowned authors, thought leaders, and experienced practitioners will share their expertise and proven track records in closing learning gaps.
  • Practical solutions: Participants will gain access to ready-to-implement tools, protocols, and structures to accelerate student learning across all subjects.

This event will strengthen your skills and knowledge to:

  • Shift from remediation to an acceleration model for ALL students
  • Build a learning-centered culture of collaboration
  • Use strategies to close learning gaps specific to mathematics and literacy
  • Understand and address student behaviors
  • Design a strengths-based response to teaching and learning
  • Identify teacher teams’ actions that lead to significant increases in achievement

Venue

Conference Center at Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North/Grapevine

2240 Bass Pro Ct

Grapevine, Texas

Learn from leading experts

Keynote speakers

Anisa Baker-Busby

Anisa Baker-Busby

Anisa Baker-Busby

Dr. Anisa Baker-Busby was appointed principal of Shirley Hills Elementary in July 2022. She has over 20 years of educational experience serving as a teacher and administrator, and her passion is to help schools build systems of support that ensure high levels of learning for all students.

Joe Cuddemi

Joe Cuddemi

Joe Cuddemi

Joe Cuddemi has over 35 years of experience in education, serving as a teacher, counselor, and principal in a wide variety of educational settings, including adjunct professor at Colorado State University.

Sharon V. Kramer

Sharon V. Kramer

Sharon V. Kramer

As an author and a leader in the field, Sharon V. Kramer, PhD, emphasizes the importance of creating and using quality assessments as a continual part of the learning process. Dr. Kramer served as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction of Kildeer Countryside School District 96 in Illinois.

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl specializes in professional learning communities, mathematics, assessment, school improvement, and RTI. She has been a secondary mathematics teacher, high school instructional coach, and K–12 mathematics specialist.

Jeanne Spiller

Jeanne Spiller

Jeanne Spiller

With over 30 years of experience in K–12 education, author and education expert Jeanne Spiller is an associate with Solution Tree, supporting schools and districts through workshops, coaching, and collaborative initiatives to enhance instruction, foster innovation, and promote equity.

Schedule

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

Agenda and speakers are subject to change.

Monday, July 20th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:30 a.m. Keynote Presentation
9:30–9:45 a.m.

Break

9:45–10:45 a.m. Breakout Sessions
10:45–11:00 a.m.

Break

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions
12:00–1:00 p.m.

Lunch (provided)

1:00–2:00 p.m.

Breakout Sessions

2:00–2:15 p.m. Break
2:15–3:15 p.m. Stick with It Strategies

Tuesday, July 21st

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions
9:00–9:15 a.m.

Break

9:15–10:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions
10:15–10:30 a.m. Break
10:30–11:30 a.m. Team Time
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Lunch (provided)

12:30–1:30 p.m.

Breakout Sessions

1:30–1:45 p.m. Break
1:45–3:15 p.m. Keynote Presentation

Accommodations

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

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. While discounted rooms in our hotel room block may be sold out, the primary hotel may still have rooms available at their standard rates. Please inquire directly with the hotel.

Hotels

Primary Hotel

Conference Center at Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North/Grapevine

2240 Bass Pro Ct
Grapevine, Texas 76051
817.251.9095

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $159 per night
Deadline: June 27, 2026, or until group rate is sold out

Parking Information: Complimentary

Alternate Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Grapevine at Silverlake Crossings

2240 Bass Pro Court
Grapevine, Texas 76051
817.601.8280

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $159 per night
Deadline: June 27, 2026, or until group rate is sold out

Parking Information: Complimentary

Venue

Conference Center at Courtyard Dallas DFW Airport North/Grapevine

2240 Bass Pro Ct

Grapevine, Texas

More details

Additional Information

Product code: CFF892


Five Reasons to Attend a Solution Tree Event (PDF)
A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)

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.


Included with your registration

Acceleration for All

Acceleration for All

Closing achievement gaps is an urgent goal for all schools, not just priority schools. The authors show that remediation is not the answer. Instead, they offer educational strategies for acceleration that will level up learning for all students, as well as a framework for implementing accelerated learning schoolwide.

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.