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Professional Learning Communities 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—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.
Learn from leading experts
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Agenda and speakers are subject to change.
Tuesday, June 18th
| 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 |
Wednesday, June 19th
| 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 |
Thursday, June 20th
| 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.
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
Fairfield Inn and Suites O’Fallon
1180 Central Park Dr
O'Fallon, Illinois 62269
618.206.8869
Discounted Rate: (double beds) $150 per night
Deadline: May 20, 2024, or until group rate is sold out
Please note this hotel is approximately 12 miles from the Mascoutah High School.
“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.”
“AWESOME . . . I can’t wait to come again!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
Venue
Mascoutah High School
1313 W. Main Street
Mascoutah, Illinois
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 onsite. Continental US only.
Additional Information
Included with your registration
Learning by Doing
The third edition of this comprehensive action guide includes new strategies, tools, and tips for building high-performing professional learning communities. Use the PLC process to establish effective teaching methods, curriculum development, and assessment strategies specific to your school or district.
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 Notebook
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.
