2026 AAEA Summer Conference: Full Schedule

9:45am CDT

Table Talk: Leading for Growth: A Schoolwide PGP that Motivates Teachers

Tuesday July 28, 2026 9:45am - 10:15am CDT

Explore how aligning Professional Growth Plans with TESS can create a culture focused on teacher growth instead of compliance. This roundtable will encourage participants to share strategies for goal-setting, coaching, and supporting continuous instructional improvement.

Speakers

Dr. Jennifer Crawford

Dr. Susanna Post

Assistant Principal, Southside High School, Fort Smith Public Schools

Before being named the 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Susanna taught mathematics and business courses for grades 7–12 at Belle Point Alternative Center in Fort Smith. Following her year of service as Arkansas Teacher of the Year, she served as the district's Secondary Math Coordinator... Read More →

Tuesday July 28, 2026 9:45am - 10:15am CDT
Governor's Hall IV - Table 3

AM Round Table Talks

2:20pm CDT

Table Talk: Lead From Any Seat: Creating Impact Without a Title

Tuesday July 28, 2026 2:20pm - 2:50pm CDT

Governor's Hall IV - Table 3

Leadership is about influence, not position. This roundtable will explore ways educators at every level can build trust, inspire others, and create positive change within their schools and districts.

Speakers

Brad Coffman

Supervisor of Alternative Programs, Russellville School District

Tuesday July 28, 2026 2:20pm - 2:50pm CDT
Governor's Hall IV - Table 3

PM Round Table Discussions

2026 AAEA Summer Conference

9:45am CDT

Dr. Jennifer Crawford

Dr. Susanna Post

2:20pm CDT

Brad Coffman

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