2026 AAEA Summer Conference

Whether you are in the minor league as a building leader or have already made it to the Big Leagues, attend and learn about practical Greenbrier systems for the win! From their "practice schedule" of Rock Solid meetings, to "making their lineup" of teacher support, and through a successful "game day" in the classrooms — you'll learn how building leaders GET coaching to improve their instructional leadership and then GIVE coaching that helps improve every teacher's instructional game. Lessons from a first-year principal and a sixth-year principal, with collaboration from district leaders, are on the highlight reel in this session.

What does real accountability look like in today’s classrooms? This engaging workshop explores how educators can take ownership of instructional practices that drive measurable student growth. Participants will learn practical strategies to set clear expectations, monitor learning with purpose, respond to data effectively, and create a culture where both teachers and students “own” the learning.

This session explores how leaders can intentionally shift team energy, identity, and interactions to create the conditions for real change in teaching and learning. Participants will experience practical strategies to transform meetings into high-impact collaborative spaces that build ownership, clarity, and results. Grounded in Adaptive Schools principles, this session provides immediately usable tools to strengthen teams and improve student outcomes.

Leadership potential is not defined by a title, but by the ability to influence, support others, and drive growth. Participants will learn how to identify emerging leaders and intentionally develop their capacity through meaningful opportunities and mentorship. Grounded in transformational leadership, this session highlights how investing in people strengthens both student achievement and the quality of staff. Great leadership does not just happen. It is developed with purpose.

Leadership potential is not defined by a title, but by the ability to influence, support others, and drive growth. Participants will learn how to identify emerging leaders and intentionally develop their capacity through meaningful opportunities and mentorship. Grounded in transformational leadership, this session highlights how investing in people strengthens both student achievement and the quality of staff. Great leadership does not just happen. It is developed with purpose.