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.

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.

What do the teachers with the highest VAM scores across the Arch Ford region have in common? In this session, we’ll share key findings from a regional study conducted in partnership with UCA examining the instructional practices of teachers whose students demonstrate the highest levels of growth in math, ELA, and science. We’ll explore how these teachers are using high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), the instructional routines and supports they prioritize, and the leadership practices that help them succeed. Perhaps most importantly, participants will discuss what these insights mean for their own schools and identify practical strategies administrators can replicate to support teacher effectiveness and accelerate student growth.

What do the teachers with the highest VAM scores across the Arch Ford region have in common? In this session, we’ll share key findings from a regional study conducted in partnership with UCA examining the instructional practices of teachers whose students demonstrate the highest levels of growth in math, ELA, and science. We’ll explore how these teachers are using high-quality instructional materials (HQIM), the instructional routines and supports they prioritize, and the leadership practices that help them succeed. Perhaps most importantly, participants will discuss what these insights mean for their own schools and identify practical strategies administrators can replicate to support teacher effectiveness and accelerate student growth.