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PLC at Work® Institute

Pasadena, California | November 13–15, 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, November 13

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. Concurrent Sessions

Thursday, November 14th

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 15th

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:
Hotel Dena: $30 overnight parking with in/out privileges
Hilton Pasadena: $25 overnight

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

Hotel Dena

303 Cordova Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
626.469.8100

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $229 per night

Deadline: October 20, 2024 or until group rate is sold out.

Online Reservations

Alternative Hotel 1 - SOLD OUT

Hilton Pasadena

168 S Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101
626.577.1000

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $235 per night

Deadline: October 21, 2024, or until group rate is sold out.

Alternative Hotel 2

Hyatt Place Pasadena

399 E Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
626.219.7072

Discounted Rate: (single or double) $249 per night

Deadline: October 15, 2024, or until group rate is sold out.

Online Reservations

"Thank you for providing such a motivating conference! I'm looking forward to the implementation of PLCs across my district next year."

Susan Joiner, school development coordinator, Lee County School District, Florida

"I was truly energized after the conference. Thank you!"

Eilene Ahr, assistant principal, Starke Elementary School, Florida

"It is rare to attend a professional development training where every single session is meaningful. I had great a-has and left each session with great resources."

Amy Mayer, teacher, Allen Park Elementary School, Florida

“I loved it and plan to use it for the rest of my career!”

Gayle Baisch, teacher, Dunbar High School, Florida

"Thank you for a wonderful experience. The event was well-planned and organized. The presenters were professional, inspirational, and down-to-earth. I cannot wait to share our success story someday soon!"

Kelly Cramer, learning facilitator, Quakertown Community School District, Pennsylvania

Venue

Pasadena Convention Center

300 East Green Street

Pasadena, California


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

Learning by Doing

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.