This session provides public school leaders with a clear, practical overview of facilities requirements from early planning through construction bidding and contract award. With guidance grounded in standards established by the Division of Public School Academic Facilities and Transportation, the class explains pre-construction approvals, design and professional service thresholds, Academic Facilities Partnership Program rules and ranking criteria, documentation expectations, and public bidding requirements under Arkansas Code § 22-9-203.
Forest Heights STEM Academy leadership team will present their successful approach to SBIT. We have polished and refined our process so that it meets the needs of all stakeholders, students, parents, teachers and administrators. Participants will see the entire process beginning with the referral process, through the actual SBIT meeting. Forms and all documents used will be presented and available.
School safety is not confined to the campus perimeter. It is strengthened when schools and communities operate as a cohesive system built on trust, transparency, and mutual responsibility. This session outlines practical frameworks for cultivating strong partnerships that move safety from reactive response to proactive prevention.
This session provides educators, administrators, and school staff with a comprehensive understanding of state classroom inspections and how they serve as a tool for growth and improvement rather than just oversight. Participants will learn about the inspection process, key focus areas, and best practices for preparing their classrooms while fostering a positive and collaborative relationship with inspectors.
Learn how the Certified Facilities Director certification program offered by ASPMA improves operations, cuts costs, and enhances learning environments. The CFD program equips district facilities teams to maximize building efficiency and lifespan, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and strategically plan and optimize resources.
What happens when creativity becomes the heartbeat of instruction? In this engaging and practical breakout session, participants will explore how arts integration can transform student engagement, strengthen academic achievement, and build a thriving school culture. Through real classroom examples, interactive experiences, and ready-to-use strategies, attendees will discover how the arts can move beyond "specials" and become a powerful tool for deeper learning across all content areas. Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, arts specialist, or school leader, this session will leave participants inspired with creative ideas, collaborative strategies, and practical next steps for bringing learning to life in your school.
This presentation shares the story of why one educator remains committed to education, even when the work around us feels increasingly challenging. It is designed as an interactive session that invites participants to reflect deeply on their own "why": why they continue to serve as administrators, teachers, and educators. Participants will engage in meaningful dialogue and reflection, recognizing that this experience will be mutually enriching, with the presenter learning just as much from participants as they will from the presentation.
