Agenda

January 22, 2025

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Early Registration / Check-In

6:00 p.m. – VIP Networking Reception*

*(Special Guests, Keynote Speakers, Panelists, Session Presenters)

January 23, 2025

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Registration / Check-In / Little Duke Ambassadors Greeting at door

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Opening Remarks/ Opening Keynote – Jonathan Alsheimer

2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. – Networking Break

2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. – Breakout Sessions

3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Networking Break

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. –  Keynote – Dr. John B. Gordon III

5:00 p.m. – Book Signing / Networking / Author’s Corner Bookstore

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. –  Networking Reception / Social

January 24, 2025

7:00 a.m. – Continental Breakfast / Conference Check-in

7:45 a.m. – Welcome / Morning Keynote – Dr. Eric Davis 

8:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. – Networking Break / Author’s Book Corner

8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. –   Panel Discussion

Title: Bridging the Gap: Innovating for Equity and Engagement in K-12 and Higher Education
Description:
Join top educational leaders in K-12 and higher education for a dynamic panel discussion on transforming the learning landscape through equitable practices and active student engagement. This session will explore innovative strategies, challenges, and solutions to ensure all students have access to meaningful learning opportunities, regardless of background. From classroom engagement, strategic outreach to families, to systemic reforms, discover actionable insights to support inclusivity and drive success across educational levels. Engage with these powerful thought leaders shaping the future of education!
Panel Moderator / Facilitator: Dr. Andrae’ Townsel
Panelists:  Dr. Donya Ball, Dr. Chris Rey, Dr. Lindsay Whitley, Dr. Sean Bulson, Dr. Verletta White, Dr. Taneshia H. Rachal 

9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Networking Break/ Author’s Book Corner

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Breakout Sessions

11:00a.m. – 11:15a.m. – Networking Break / Author’s Book Corner

11:15 a.m. – 12:00m. – Breakout Sessions

12:15 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Networking break /  Author’s Book Corner

12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. – Keynote – Dr. James Lane / Closing Remarks