School Redesign in Action: Equity in our classrooms, schools, and communities is the New England Secondary School Consortium’s eleventh annual conference for educators and stakeholders from across the country to share success stories, exchange best practices, and continue to build momentum for innovations that will prepare all students for success in the colleges, careers, and communities of the 21st century.
WHEN: Monday, March 23rd + Tuesday, March 24th
WHERE: Four Points by Sheraton, 1125 Boston Providence Turnpike · Norwood, MA 02062
WHO: Educators, students, community stakeholders, policy makers, and teams from secondary schools along with career and technical education centers and higher education from across the country engaged in school improvement.
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REGISTRATION
Registration will open in December 2019. Please email events@greatschoolspartnership.org with any questions.
PRICING
| Registration Type | Early Bird Pricing | Standard |
| General | $395 | $450 |
| LIS Member School* | $295 | $425 |
| Nellie Mae Community Engagement District | $295 | $425 |
| Secondary/Undergraduate Student | $150 | $250 |
| Pre-Conference Registration (must be registered for full conference) | $50 | $50 |
*Click here to see if your school is a current member of the League of Innovative Schools.
→ Read about our Financial-Assistance Program for Family and Community Leaders.
AGENDA – AT A GLANCE
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2020
| 7:00 a.m. | Registration + Coffee |
| 8:00 a.m. | Pre-Conference Sessions (pre-registration required) |
| 11:00 a.m. | Registration (lunch on your own) |
| 1:00 p.m. | Concurrent Session 1 |
| 2:15 p.m. | Break |
| 2:45 p.m. | Concurrent Session 2 |
| 4:00 p.m. | Break |
| 4:15 p.m. | Concurrent Session 3 |
| 5:30 p.m. | Networking, Hors d’oeuvres, + Cash Bar |
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2020
| 7:00 a.m. | Registration + Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00 a.m. | Keynote Speaker |
| 8:45 a.m. | Break |
| 9:00 a.m. | Concurrent Session 4 |
| 10:15 a.m. | Break |
| 10:45 a.m. | Concurrent Session 5 |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:15 p.m. | Concurrent Session 6 |
| 2:30 p.m. | Adjournment |
SPONSORS
Is your organization interested in sponsorship opportunities? Email Becky Vance.
LODGING
Block: Four Points by Sheraton, 1125 Boston Providence Turnpike · Norwood, MA 02062
Room Rates: TBD
CANCELLATION POLICY
Non-Emergency – If you cannot attend the conference you may transfer your registration to another attendee or request a refund. Refund requests for cancellations must be received via email two weeks prior to the event date. The full amount paid minus a 10% processing fee will be refunded. Transfers can be made, without penalty at any time, however we cannot guarantee name changes on materials. No refund will be issued for cancellations received within two weeks of the event, unless in accordance with the Emergency Policy below.
Emergency Refunds may be granted within two weeks of the event if an attendee is unable to attend due to the death of an immediate family member, hospitalization, or other extraordinary circumstance. Refunds will still be subject to the 10% processing fee. All emergency refund requests must be received no later than two weeks after the event conclusion.
All cancellations and requests for transfer must be sent in writing via email.
FMI: For questions and additional information, email our conference team or call 207-773-0505.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR FAMILY + COMMUNITY LEADERS
As part of the New England Secondary School Consortium’s commitment to improving equity, access, and diversity, we are offering a limited number of reduced-price registrations to community-based nonprofit organizations and parent or community leaders who either support youth or work in partnership with their local schools. Applicants will be asked to demonstrate financial need and articulate how they anticipate the conference will benefit their work, organization, schools, and/or community.
Please email our conference team for additional information and the short request/application form.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
If you would like to be added to our mailing list to be notified when the call for proposals opens for 2020, please add your name to our mailing list here.