Student Focused Teacher Led Conference

September 29 & 30 • Little Rock, AR

Join us at the Wyndham Riverfront Little Rock for two days of learning from some of the nation’s leading educators, researchers and practitioners. You will walk away empowered with research-based practices and resources that you can take back and implement in the classroom instantly. Visit our registration site by clicking the button to learn about this year’s conference, speakers, sessions, and agenda, or browse below for a quick introduction to this year’s keynote speakers.

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Meet This Year’s General Session Speakers

Dr. Jenny Severson

As a former school principal and teacher, Jenny Severson, Ed.D., specializes in being a catalyst for building a positive school culture. Earning her doctorate in Educational Psychology from Loyola University in Chicago, she delivers a message of hope and gratitude to educators around the world grounded in over 30 years of leadership and personal experience in the field of education. The author of two books, Thrive and The Educator’s 180-Day Gratitude Turnaround, Dr. Severson has created useful tools for educators to take action on important issues related to mental health and wellness, personal well being, and practical strategies to refresh and reconnect.

Dr. JoWanda Rollins-Fells

JoWanda Rollins-Fells, Ph.D., has taught elementary school and served in several leadership capacities in the public school system for 15 years before transitioning into business and politics. JoWanda has been instrumental in converting failing systems into thriving ecosystems by integrating her training, natural instincts, love for people and passion for learning. She has been an aha! Process certified trainer since 2003 and has worked with K–12 education, Head Start, community organizations, business workforce development initiatives, and the local and state departments of social services and juvenile justice.

Important Details to Note

The conference will take place in-person at the Wyndham Riverfront Little Rock Hotel located at 2 Riverfront Pl, North Little Rock, AR 72114. Registration is supported by Swoogo, so once you click the button below, you will be redirected to a new website where in addition to registration, you can find more conference details.

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