20th Annual Teacher Leadership Institute: Inspiring Excellence

Ecucators at all levels and in all roles are welcome as we discover how to harness your personal power to influence change in your community and beyond. Through an engaging blend of discussion, self-reflection, and actionable strategies, participants will explore what power means, how to embrace it authentically, and ways to leverage it for impactful advocacy. Whether you're seeking to lead in your classroom, school, or community, this session will leave you energized and ready to make a difference.

This session offers a high-level overview of key federal and state laws—IDEA, the Office for Civil Rights, student discipline, and Title IX—and how they intersect with your role as an educator. Facilitated by a former special education teacher turned top education lawyer, this session invites open conversation, questions, and reflection to help you feel more confident navigating the legal landscape that shapes today’s schools.

After this session, you'll confidently navigate even the toughest IEP meetings. Join us for a dynamic, collaborative session where you'll hear directly from opposing counsel representing both students and schools. Learn how to manage the emotions and complexities when an attorney joins an IEP meeting, and deepen your understanding of the laws through the lens of students' and schools' rights and responsibilities. Come for the showdown, stay for the learning!