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PLC at Work® Institute
- $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.”
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.
Presenter slate coming soon
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Hear from our attendees
Hear from our attendeesOn-Site Solution Tree Book Co-op Open Throughout Event
Monday, August 10th
| 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.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–2:00 p.m. |
Breakouts |
| 2:00–2:15 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:15–3:15 p.m. | Panel Discussion |
Tuesday, August 11th
| 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.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–2:00 p.m. |
Breakouts |
| 2:00–2:15 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:15–3:15 p.m. | Team Time |
Wednesday, August 12th
| 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: Discounted Hotel parking: $10 for self; $15 for valet/ Public Parking near Conv Ctr
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
Amway Grand Plaza
187 Monroe Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
616.774.2000
Discounted Rates: $179/night - single & double
Deadline: July 18, 2026, or until group rate is sold out.
“This was the best PD I have ever been involved with.”
“I am so excited about getting back in my classroom and implementing what I have learned.”
“Truly inspiring. I can’t wait for school to start.”
Venue
DeVos Place
303 Monroe Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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
Product code: CFF873
This event is eligible as a course credit through the University of Lynchburg. Click here to learn more.
Five Reasons to Attend a Solution Tree Event (PDF)
A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)
Included with your registration
Learning by Doing
The fourth edition of Learning by Doing comes bundled with our on-demand AI Book Assistant to help you explore key PLC at Work® concepts, apply proven strategies, access new ways to leverage PLCs for a highly effective MTSS, and get real-time support as you work to strengthen collaboration and improve student learning.
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
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.
