Reaching the Amygdala of the Traumatized Brain: Jessica Sinarski
Jessica Sinarski is a certified adoption therapist, clinical supervisor, author and educator who brings important insights to the realm of attachment issues and early trauma
Dr. Chris Emdin
Professor of Science Education, Author of For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood
Dr. Ruby Payne
Author of A Framework for Understanding Poverty, Creator of aha Process
Ron Clark
"America's Educator," NYTimes Bestselling Author, Disney's American Teacher of the Year
Dr. Michael Gurian
Bestselling Author of 32 books including Boys & Girls Learn Differently
Dr. Marquita Blades
Award-Winning STEM Educator & Teacher Support Specialist
"Stand Tall Steve" Bollar
Educational Leader & Master Motivator
Innovative Schools Summit Atlanta
Held both virtually and in-person June 22-26, 2021, the Innovative School Summit Atlanta will feature a great lineup of award-winning and nationally recognized speakers. This expert lineup of presenters draws upon their years of experience and research to provide proven strategies that work.
The Atlanta Summit features access to 4 National Education Conferences for the Price of One, including:
- At-Risk & Struggling Students Conference
- Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
- Boy Brains & Engagement Conference
- Wired Differently: Trauma-Informed Schools Conference
What to Expect at the Innovative Schools Summit
What Educators Have to Say about the Summit
Attend 4 Conferences for the Price of 1
Summit Attendees are able to attend sessions from all of the follwing Conferences (on a space-available basis).
This conference focuses on evidence-based programs and strategies that educators can use to prevent dropouts and to help students experience success in school. More than 1.2 million students in the United States and Canada…
Recent education research has focused much more on the learning, social outcomes and schooling experiences of boys. Boys are more likely to be held back, suspended or expelled — or to drop out of school altogether. This conference helps educators understand and support the unique…
This 3-day conference will provide an opportunity for teachers, administrators and other educators to learn about new insights and strategies for reaching and teaching students (PreK-12). It will emphasize evidence-based and novel instructional practices from…
This conference will offer a wide array of critical insights and best practices for reaching and teaching students with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges – especially trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), PTSD…
Held both virtually and in-person June 24-26, 2021, the Innovative School Summit Atlanta will feature a lineup of award-winning and nationally recognized speakers. This expert lineup of presenters will draw upon their years of experience…
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Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
2021 Summit Hotel & Conference Center
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
Discounted Summit Hotel room rates will be posted as they become available.
Atlanta 2021 Registration
Please Note: Pre-Conference Sessions for the Innovative Schools Summit Atlanta will held June 19 & 20. The main Conference will begin at 8:30 am on June 21.
Super Bundle
4 Conferences + 4 Pre-Conference Sessions*Super Saver Pricing Ends 12/31/20*
$ 575
per attendee
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Entrance to 2 Pre-Conference Sessions on 6/19/21
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Entrance to 2 Pre-Conference Sessions on 6/20/21
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Entrance to the following 4 Conferences:
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● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk & Struggling Students
● Boy Brains & Engagement
● Wired Differently: Trauma-Informed Schools -
Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
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Earn up to 26 Continuing Education Hours
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Standard Pricing: $750
Conferences Bundle
4 Conferences + 2 Pre-Conference Sessions*Super Saver Pricing Ends 12/31/20*
$ 475
per attendee
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Entrance to 2 Pre-Conference Sessions on 6/20/21
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Entrance to the following 4 Conferences:
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● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk & Struggling Students
● Boy Brains & Engagement
● Wired Differently: Trauma-Informed Schools -
Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
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Earn up to 26 Continuing Education Hours
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Standard Pricing: $650
Conference Only
4 Conferences for the Price of 1*Super Saver Pricing Ends 12/31/20*
$ 375
per attendee
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Entrance to the following 4 Conferences:
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● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk & Struggling Students
● Boy Brains & Engagement
● Wired Differently: Trauma-Informed Schools -
Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
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Earn up to 26 Continuing Education Hours
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Standard Pricing: $550
Group Discount
Send More, Save More!
$ 50
off per attendee
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$25 off Registration for Groups of 3-9 Attendees
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$50 off Registration for Groups of 10+ Attendees
What Past Attendees Have to Say…
"This was my first time attending the Summit and I must truly say it was the best Conference I have ever attended. The sessions were very informative, inspiring, and motivating"
High School Principal
Colombus, OH
"I am ready to return to my classroom with a different mindset, being better now than in the past, and focusing on my students future not their present. Moving forward with great expectations and pushing them into their destinies by any means necessary."
Middle School Teacher
Cambridge, MA
"I've been a teacher for 15 years and I learned more from this Conference than I've learned from any other Professional Development I've ever attended. I can't wait to return to school and share with my colleagues!"
Middle School Counselor
Ventura, CA
"Wow! I loved all of the Keynote Speakers - each one was inspiring, thoughtful and reminded me why I got into teaching. I'm so glad I attended and learned strategies to help my most difficult students."
High School Teacher
Baton Rogue, LA
"I loved being able to attend sessions from the full variety of conferences occurring simultaneously."
High School Counselor
Des Moines, IA
"I am already planning to attend next year and plan on bringing more people from my school."
Middle School Vice Principal
Jacksonville, FL
"This is such a great conference. There were so many wonderful sessions that it was difficult to choose which session to attend."
Elementary School Teacher
Savannah, GA
"My attendance at this conference was the best experience I've had in my 27 years as an educator."
High School Teacher
Reston, VA
Who Should Attend?
– School Counselors (PK-12)
– Principals
– Classroom Teachers
– Special Education Personnel
– School Administrators
– Deans
– Psychologists
– Teachers
– Social Workers
– School Resource Officers
– Behaviorists
– Therapists
– Community & Faith-Based Youth Workers
– After-School Program Coordinators
Innovative Schools Summit Atlanta
Breakout Sessions
Innovative Schools Summit Atlanta Agenda
Pre-Conference - Wednesday, October 21, 2020
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Pre-Conference Registration 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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Pre-Conference Sessions 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Eric Clark, M.E.d: Defiant, Manipulative & Attention-Seeking Students: How to Unlock Their Potential & Survive The Process - Part 1*
Marquita S. Blades, Ed.D.: POWARRful Teaching Strategies for Increasing Student Engagement & Decreasing Disciplinary Issues*
Richard Guerry: Exploitation, Identify Theft, Cyberbullying & Sextortion: Motivate Responsible Use of Technology*
Carolyn Strong: The QUEEN Model of Conflict Resolution*
*Please note: An additional fee is charged for each pre-conference session. -
Lunch (on your own) 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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Pre-Conference Sessions 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Eric Clark, M.Ed.: Defiant, Manipulative & Attention-Seeking Students: How to Unlock Their Potential & Surive the Process - Part 2*
Steph Jensen, M.S., LPC: Mean Girls Behind the Screen: Addressing & Preventing Bullying, Cyberbullying & Relational Aggression*
Tom Maglisceau, Ph.D.: Distraction, Disruption, Motivation & Grit: Our Brains on Adolescence*
*Please note: An additional fee is charged for each pre-conference session.
Pre-Conference - Thursday, October 22, 2020
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Pre-Conference Registration 7:00 am - 9:00 am
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Pre-Conference Sessions 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tracie Berry-McGhee, M.Ed., LPC: Girl Drama is Real!*
Robert Jackson: Salvaging Our Sons: Helping Educators Reach, Teach & Empower Young Men*
Allyson Bowen, LISW-CP, CHN: Food, Mood & Behavior*
Damiso Josey, Ed.D., Kareem Spence, M.A., Jamey Roberts, M.A.: Hip Hop 101: How to Connect to & Teach this Hip-Hop Generation*
*Please note: An additional fee is charged for each pre-conference session.
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Lunch (on your own) 1:30 pm - 4:40 pm
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Pre-Conference Sessions 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Greg Richards, Ph.D.: Applications from Adolescent Brain Biology to Improve Behavior & Culture*
Hotep Benzo, MBA: The NEW PBIS: Behavior is a Sympton...NOt the Problem
Steph Jensen, M.S., LPC: SEL - Moving from the Philosophical to Practical: Integrating Social Emotional Learning & Academics*
Candice Cox, MSW, LCSW: From CHAOS to KHAOS: Creating a Mindset to Understand & Address Toxic and Traumatic Stress within Self and the Classroom*
*Please note: An additional fee is charged for each pre-conference session.
Main Conference - Friday,
October 23, 2020
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Registration/Check-In 6:30 am - 8:30 am
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Welcome & Plenary Session 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Plenary Speaker: Gerry Brooks
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
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Lunch (on your own) 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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25 in 50 Panel Discussion 4:10 pm - 5:00 pm
Main Conference - Sunday,
October 25, 2020
Main Conference - Saturday, October 24, 2020
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Refreshments & Exhibits 7:30 am - 8:30 am
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Plenary Session 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Plenary Speaker: Ron Clark
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
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Lunch (on your own) 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm
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Keynote & Breakout Sessions 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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General Session 4:10 pm - 5:00 pm
The Innovative Schools Podcast features conversations with authors, researchers, consultants and nationally-recognized speakers & educators who will be presenting at upcoming Innovative Schools Summits.
These conversations also include discussions on student mental and behavioral health, classroom behavior, school climate & culture, innovative teaching methods, student safety and more.
F.A.Q.
Find Answers to Our Most Frequently Asked Questions Below.
If You Have a Question that is not listed below, Please Email Us at pd@accutrain.com
or Give Us a Call at (800) 251-6805.
- School Counselors (PK-12)
- Principals
- Classroom Teachers
- Special Education Personnel
- School Administrators
- Deans
- Psychologists
- Social Workers
- School Resource Officers
- Behaviorists
- Therapists
- Community and Faith-Based Youth Workers
- After-School Program Coordinators
- Other Professionals Working with Young People
Yes! We offer discounted hotel room rates at each of our conference host hotels. Please see individual conference websites for more information.
Yes! By registering for an individual conference you are eligible to attend all other conferences that are a part of the Summit at that location (on a space available basis).
At this time, Developmental Resources is unable to offer student discounts or scholarships for this three-day event.
Please consider the following other avenues for possible funding:
· Your Local PTA
· Donors Choose http://www.donorschoose.org/ (This is a website through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for Education)
· GoFundMe http://www.gofundme.com/ (This is a personalized crowdfunding site)
· Title 1 funding in your area
Yes!
Developmental Resources is an approved provider for Continuing Education by:
- National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC #5602) Developmental Resources is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP™) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACEP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program.
- *NOTE: 22 contact hours includes attendance at both pre-conference workshops as well as the entire conference. Check with your representative board or organization concerning its policy with regard to Continuing Education.
We do not currently offer a one-day or two-day partial registration fee.
Any registrant unable to attend the Summit has the option to send a substitute, transfer to another AccuTrain Event, or receive a 3-year Summit Voucher.
The 3-year Voucher is transferrable to another attendee and may be applied at face value toward a future event or to access eLearning via our AccuTrain Connect platform.
Should you be unable to attend, please email us at pd@accutrain.com – at least one week prior to the event – and let us know whether you wish to substitute another attendee, transfer to a different event or receive a Voucher.
Should you have any concerns, call us at 1-800-251-6805. If you require special accommodations due to a disability, please fax us at 888-372-6061 or email us at pd@accutrain.com at least 1 month prior to the conference and note your request on your registration form.
