Spring Leadership Conference Annual May 17-19, 2017

New Jersey Association of School Administrators New Jersey Association of Pupil Services Administrators

35th Spring Leadership Conference Annual May 17-19, 2017

Caesars Atlantic City “One Vision – Our Voice: Enhancing Our Leadership”

#VisionSLC17 P JA S A N Conference Information and New Jersey Association of Pupil Services Registration Administrators The Thirty Fifth NJASA/NJAPSA Annual AGENDA AT A GLANCE Spring Leadership Conference will address school leadership, the latest educational developments and best Wednesday, May 17, 2017 practices to help you maintain a professional and personal Conference Registration 10:30 am – 5:00 pm balance in your life. You will be choosing from an impressive selection of sessions designed to help you acquire the tools New Jersey Association of 11:30 am – 1:00 pm you need in your role as education leader in your community. Pupil Services Administrators For many New Jersey school leaders, this conference is THE (RSVP in advance required at njapsa.org) professional development and networking event of the year. Co-Sponsored by

The NJASA Allied Member Display Areas are an integral GENERAL SESSION 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm part of the conference offering both new and time-tested products and services to help you and your district work more The Keynote Speaker Program is effectively. This is the perfect opportunity to acquaint you sponsored exclusively by with the latest tools and best resources available in education. Keynote Speaker: Eric LeGrand *SPECIAL NOTE: The waiver request for overnight lodg-ing Faith. Determination. Inspiration. This is (2 nights) was APPROVED by the Acting Commissioner the foundation on which Eric LeGrand’s of Education. As a result of this waiver, School Districts life is currently shaped upon. His career as a motivational speaker and sports analyst might will be able to reimburse attendees for overnight lodging strike others as overwhelming, but to LeGrand on Wednesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 18, 2017. it’s all part of his divine purpose. During his Reimbursement for registration fees, mileage and meals, are tenure at Rutgers University in 2010, he enjoyed playing the game of football as a defensive tackle. subject to the limitations and conditions set forth by your But after a severe spinal injury (from an intense board and the travel regulations set forth by the NJDOE. Eric LeGrand collision during a game at MetLife Stadium), which dramatically changed his life, LeGrand found himself wondering if he’d ever recapture that kind of success on HOTEL INFORMATION: the field. Through triumph and tragedy, Eric’s road to recovery has been less than Caesars Atlantic City is the official host hotel for the 2017 effortless. Having undergone a nine-hour emergency surgery procedure NJASA/NJAPSA Spring Leadership Conference. It is the to stabilize his spine as well as a rigorous rehabilitation process, he has regained movement in his shoulders and sensation throughout his responsibility of all attendees and exhibitors going to the body. With that, he resumed his college classes via Skype and graduated conference to make their own hotel arrangements directly from Rutgers University (2014) with a degree in Labor Relations. Not with Caesars. NJASA has negotiated a special rate for only did he graduate with honors, but he also gave a commemorative speech during the commencement ceremony. He has recently launched Conference attendees. To take advantage of these special rates, his sports broadcasting career as an analyst for Rutgers Football Radio simply call: CAESARS RESERVATIONS 1 (888) 516-2215 Network. With courage and grace, Eric has been honored with a before Monday, May 1, 2017. Each individual must identify plethora of awards and accolades throughout his recovery process, themselves with NJASA and provide Code SC05SA7 in order which include the “Unsung Hero Award” (2012) presented by the New Jersey Hall of Fame, the “Jimmy V Award” for Perseverance at the to receive the discounted rate. Attendees can also make hotel 20th Annual ESPYs (2012), and being elected as the “Most Influential reservations online. Person in New Jersey Sports” presented by the Star Ledger (2012). On September 14, 2013, Rutgers hosted a ceremony, which retired the No. 52 jersey that belonged to Eric. Eric’s jersey was the first number to be http://RESWEB.PASSKEY.COM/GO/SC05SA7 retired by Rutgers in the history of their program.

Reservations made after the cut-off date or once the room block In awe of the unwavering support, Eric’s story continues to touch is full will not be eligible for the special rates. 2017 NJASA/ numerous lives. Eric released his first book in the fall of 2012, titled BELIEVE: My Faith And The Tackle That Changed my Life (Harper- NJAPSA Spring Leadership Conference attendees will receive Collins Publishers). He also signed an official NFL contract with the the special rate of $100 per room, per night in the Centurion Tampa Bay Buccaneers (by his former Rutgers coach, Greg Schiano). Tower (single or double occupancy). Each additional person Eric quickly became an advocate for individuals that are affected with is $20.00. Rooms are first come-first serve. All applicable taxes spinal cord Injuries and disorders. Fueled with passion, LeGrand decided and fees are in addition to the quoted rates. Parking is also to form Team LeGrand of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. additional. Established in 2013, the proceeds generated from the charity go toward research to find a cure for paralysis and help to improve the quality of Please read on for specific information - and register today! life for people with spinal cord injuries.

Visit www.njasa.net for a detailed description of all Group Eric recently hosted the fourth annual “A Walk to Believe: One Step Closer With Team LeGrand” at Rutgers HighPoint Stadium. Key Sessions. industry leaders such as Subway, AmeriHealth, Robert Wood Johnson and many more sponsored this event. Destroying the original goal of raising 52K, A Walk to Believe raised over 65K. Having been afforded to see the world and taste the fullness of life, he leadership consultant because he is the rare combination of someone has partnered and reveled in the company of notable celebrities such as who can both lead and teach others how to lead. Jay-Z, Beyoncé, LeBron James, Tim Howard, Jessica Alba, Rob Lowe and countless others. He also has a business partnership with the Jordan He has experience both in the public and private sector and leverages Brand, in which he is working on a documentary about his life slated this unique lens to challenge conventional leadership practice favoring for 2017. what he describes as a “blow up the box mentality.” As an entrepreneur himself, Steve founded a small start-up and brings this unique Don’t miss Eric LeGrand’s keynote: “bELieve” perspective of leadership to his teaching and speaking on the topics of entrepreneurial leadership in education as well as his unique approach Special Education Administrator of the Year Award to the engagement of families and communities through his Five Simple Principles™ model. Sponsored by Steve’s work quickly gained national prominence and soon he began Co Sponsored by NJASA and NJAPSA traveling the United States speaking and working with all types of educators, school board members, and businesses to promote sound Exhibitor Registration and Set-up 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm practices in the leadership of organizations and the leveraging of family engagement as an essential element in increased academic achievement NJASA “Open” Executive 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm for all students and workforce productivity for businesses. Committee Meeting As a result of his experiences and his practical approach to engaging Group Sessions 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm families, Steve has authored three books on the subject. His first book, Making Your School Family Friendly (NASSP, 2002) was published 1. Transition in Practice after being selected by the National Association of Secondary School 2. Demystifying Dyslexia Screening Principals and the MetLife Foundation to create the first-ever family 3. How the “NJ Tiered System of Supports’ Model is Improving friendly schools workshop, held in Washington DC. Steve was also Student Outcomes and Reducing Referrals to Special Education selected to work directly with the American Business Collaboration on 4. Due Process Again? 10 Common Mistakes Districts Make in a national project to connect home and school to help employees be Meeting LRE Requirements more engaged families. 5. Student Homelessness & Residency Issues His second book Engaging Every Family (Rowman and Littlefield, 2003) 6. They Say Cadillac, You Say Chevrolet: Successfully Defending soon followed. This book expanded on the conceptual framework of the Your IEP four domains of family engagement. In 2008, Steve released his third 7. Twists and Turns in Tenure Matters book 101 Ways to Create Real Family Engagement (Engage Press, 2008). Welcome Reception 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Steve’s fourth and newest book (2015) Engage Every Family: Five Simple Principles is published by Corwin Press and features his Five Simple Principles ™ model. Thursday, May 18, 2017 Steve began his career as a teacher and moved through the ranks to district Exhibitor Registration 7:00 am – 5:00 pm superintendent. Today, Steve is the Chief Academic Officer, Virginia De- partment of Education and an adjunct lecturer at the School of Education, Conference Registration 7:30 am – 5:00 pm College of William and Mary where he teaches a doctoral level class in executive organizational leadership. Steve continues to accept as many in- Continental Breakfast 8:00 am – 8:50 am vitations as he can to speak and consult with schools, districts and business The Exhibit Hall will be open from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Don’t organizations around the world. miss this opportunity to network with NJASA’s preferred providers of Don’t miss Dr. Constantino’s keynote: Every Family Engaged, Every equipment, supplies and services. Student Learns! GENERAL SESSION 9:00 am – 10:30 am Special Award Presentations will be made honoring: The Keynote Speaker Program is • Regional Superintendents of the Year sponsored exclusively by • Superintendent of the Year • Distinguished Service Keynote Speaker: Dr. Steve Constantino • NJASA President Leader, teacher, author and entrepreneur Dr. Refreshment Break 10:30 am – 10:45 am Steve Constantino has a long and distinguished Enjoy a cup of coffee and mingle among the Exhibitors before rushing career in leadership and bringing innovation to off to the next session. educational and business organizations. Steve has held numerous leadership positions at all levels Group Sessions 10:45 am – 11:45 am of organizations, including being the CEO of 1. Pitfalls in Strategic Planning his own start-up and presently as a school district 2. One District’s Story with Youth Mental Health and Wellness superintendent. 3. Increasing Student Achievement Through Short Cycle Steve is internationally recognized for his work Assessment Dr. Steve Constantino in family engagement and his innovative, non- 4. Ten Hot Topics in Special Education Compliance – The Legal conventional, entrepreneurial and outlier ap- and Practitioner Perspectives proaches to leading organizations and acquiring impressive results. As a master of the stage, he has captivated thousands of teachers, 5. The Evolution of a Data Team administrators, school board members and business people from the 6. Providing Situational Awareness in an Emergency United States and around the world. His amazing keynote presentations 7. Understanding the Need of Evidence Based Drug Prevention and workshops have been featured in local, state, regional, national and 8. Negotiations – Between Chapter 78 and Breakage, Why Can’t international conferences. With the gifts of storytelling, humor and the You Pay 10% knack for telling it like it is, Steve is a much sought-after speaker and Exhibit Hall/Lunch/ 11:45 am – 1:15 pm also serves as the Chair of the National Dropout Networking and Prizes Prevention Network and was recently the Chief Please pick up a box lunch and visit with our Exhibitors who graciously Learning Officer for Penn Foster a global leader in support the Associations throughout the year. The knowledge, products online education. Prior to joining the International and services they bring to this conference are available throughout the Center, he was a senior fellow at the Bill & Melinda conference to assist school leaders in making informed decisions for their Gates Foundation, where he worked with leading school districts. educators on improving our nation’s high schools. Ray is a past president of the Association for Group Sessions 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) 1. Leading with the Whole Child in Mind Raymond J. McNulty and author of It’s Not Us Against Them — Creating 2. Congratulations, You’ve Got Competition the Schools We Need, published in 2009 by the 3. Multi-Tiered Approach for Providing Preschool Services to International Center. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Public Schools An educator since 1973, Ray has been a teacher, vice principal, principal, 4. Can Families Really Help Students Learn? and superintendent. From 2001-03, he served as Vermont’s education 5. Want to Be Future Ready? Data Visualization Is the Key commissioner. During his tenure, Ray focused on aligning the Department 6. A is for Affirmative Action of Education’s work on three key issues: early education, educator quality, 7. Creating the Conditions for a School-Wide Student-Driven and secondary school reform. Culture Ray is a presenter at the state, national, and international levels on the need 8. How to Increase Instructional Effectiveness with Greater Cost for school systems to accept the challenges that lie ahead. He is committed Efficiency to raising performance standards for both teachers and students and to building solid connections between schools and their communities. Ray NJASA Legislative Committee 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm believes strongly that education systems cannot wait for the children and (This is the regularly scheduled meeting date for this Committee. All Committee Members challenges to arrive at school; rather, schools need to reach out and help should plan to attend.) forge solutions. Break 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm Don’t miss Ray McNulty’s keynote: Future Ready Today — Where Group Sessions 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Best Practices Meet Next Practices 1. Creating a Blueprint For the Tiered System of Supports Special Award Presentations will be made honoring: 2. Powerful Leadership in Action: What Do the New Educational Leadership Standards Mean For You, Your School and Your • NJASA Retiree recognition District? • NJASA Emeritus Membership 3. Social Media Policies and Practices • Anti-Defamation League 4. Current Issues in School Law Refreshment Break 10:30 am – 10:45 am 5. Building a Brighter Future: The Moral Imperative Enjoy a cup of coffee and mingle among the Exhibitors before rushing 6. Soaring to New Heights in STEM Education off to the next session. 7. G.A.F.E. For Administrators 8. Character Development Through Web and Mobile Programs Group Sessions 10:45 am – 11:45 am 1. Using the 2015 Leadership Standards to Implement a Digital Women in Leadership Initiative 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Science Curriculum 2. I Have a Strategic Plan, Now What? Exhibit Hall Networking and Prizes 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm The Exhibit Hall remains open until the start of the Presidents’ 3. Making Learning Personal Reception. (Cash bar) 4. Transforming Teaching and Learning for 21st Century Learners Through Engaging Game-based Technology NJASA Presidents’ Reception 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm 5. Promoting School Safety and Security in Our Changing Times Don’t miss this opportunity to meet new members and renew old 6. Is MaryJane On Your Payroll? friendships while enjoying adult refreshments and light fare. 7. Internal Investigations: Navigating the Process at All Levels of Your Organization 8. The Connected Action Roadmap: Ensuring High Quality Friday, May 19, 2017 Instruction in Every Classroom Conference/Exhibitor Registration 7:30 am – 1:30 pm Exhibit Hall/Lunch/Networking 11:45 am – 1:15 pm Continental Breakfast 8:00 am – 8:50 am and Prizes The Exhibit Hall will be open from 8:00 am – 1:30 pm. Don’t miss Please pick up a box lunch and visit with our Exhibitors who graciously this opportunity to network with the preferred providers of equipment, support the Association throughout the year. The knowledge, products supplies and services. and services they bring to this conference are available throughout the conference to assist school leaders in making informed decisions for their GENERAL SESSION 9:00 am – 10:30 am school districts. The Keynote Speaker Program is Group Sessions 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm sponsored exclusively by 1. Fostering Teacher Leadership 2. Meeting the Needs of All Students Through Differentiated and Data Driven Instruction 3. Bomb Threat Assessment, Awareness and Response Keynote Speaker: Raymond J. McNulty 4. HIB & Transgender Updates 5. Engagement, Empowerment, and Efficacy: Student-Driven Raymond J. McNulty is the Dean for the School of Education at Southern New Hampshire University which Fast Company magazine named the Instruction in Action 12th most innovative organization in the world in its World’s 50 Most 6. Case Law Review: Tenure Eligibility Issues Innovative Companies, and is a Senior Fellow to the International Center Adjourned for Leadership in Education, having previously served as President. Ray *Note: Group sessions and times are subject to change. P JA S A NJASA/NJAPSA N

SPRING LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE New Jersey Association of Pupil Services “One Vision-Our Voice: Enhancing Our Leadership” Administrators Caesars Atlantic City ─ May 17-19, 2017 REGISTRATION FORM Please complete the following information and return it no later than Monday, May 1, 2017 to: NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS Attn: Libby DeNorchia, 920 West State Street ─ Trenton, NJ 08618 OR FAX: (609) 599-1893 EMAIL: [email protected] ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.njasa.net One form per registrant. Please duplicate form as needed. Please print or type. SPECIAL NOTE  All Business persons must be NJASA Allied members and use the Exhibit Space Registration and Display Contract found on www.njasa.net under the Spring Leadership Conference page - Exhibit Information. Mr. Dr. Name Ms. Mrs. ______Position ______

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REGISTRATION FEES: On-site registration will be available. There is an additional $50.00 fee.

 Full 3-Day Conference Registration – Members $525/Non-members $575 INCLUDES EVERYTHING! (Scheduled meal functions, Welcome Reception, Presidents’ Reception and Exhibit Hall)

 1/2-Day Pass – Wednesday/May 17, 2017 – Members $175/Non-members $225 Includes all sessions and activities on Wednesday only

 1-Day Pass – Thursday/May 18, 2017 – Members $275/Non-members $325 Includes all sessions and activities on Thursday only

 1-Day Pass – Friday/May 19, 2017 – Members $275/Non-members $325 Includes all sessions and activities on Friday only

 *Retirees and Spouses - $150 each Includes all sessions and activities during the Conference *Retirees working as Interim School Administrators or for an Allied Member cannot register under this category. TOTAL

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REGISTRATION POLICIES: ALL REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED  NO LATER THAN MONDAY, MAY 1, 2017 to avoid a late charge. On-site registration will be available. There is an additional $50.00 fee which will be added to all on-site registrations. CANCELLATION POLICY  All cancellations must be in writing to Sharon Goulding via email [email protected]. Registrations cancelled after 4:00 pm, Monday, May 1, 2017, and “no shows” will result in a charge of the specified registration fee. BADGES  Full Conference Registrants and 1-Day Pass Registrants will all have different color badges. The Spring Leadership Conference Badge is your admittance to sessions and included food functions. All Group Session presenters are responsible for registering for the conference unless they are only coming in to present their specific session.

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