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Georgia Southern University Presentation Materials Available |
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| 2025 | ||
| Monday, March 3rd | ||
| 10:15 AM |
Mark A. Gibson Jr., Rutherford County School District Scarbrough 3 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Embracing All Brains: Why Neurodiversity Matters Sam Marion Verelst 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Finding the SPARK Beyond Trauma: Speaking to the Potential, Ability and Resilience inside EVERY Kid Brooke Wheeldon-Reece Scarbrough 5 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Reginald Carruth, LaVergne Middle School Sloane 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Importance of Principal-School Counselor Relationship Moya A. Pope Ed.S, Jefferson County Middle School Scarbrough 2 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Intersecting Injustice: Rape Culture and Its Impact on Marginalized Youth Identities Margaux Sorenson, The Initiative Plimsoll 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
“Never at-risk, always at-promise…the alternative Crossroads to success!” Marcella Shaw Dr. Vernon 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Restorative Communication: Helping Adults and Youth Learn How to Navigate Conflict Jennifer Moore, Moore Well-Being Ballroom D 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
The Power of Daily Emotional Check-ins: Transforming Feelings into Actionable Insights Marie White, Clinch County Elementary School Westbrook 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Beverly Smith, PhD, LPC, CCMHC, ACS Scarbrough 5 10:15 AM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Empowering Youth Leadership: Building Connections and Amplifying Youth Voice Stephanie Colvin-Roy, Center for Schools and Communities Ballroom D 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Engaging Youth Through Therapeutic Improvisation Sara Newman, RISE Youth & Family Services Plimsoll 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Giving Back using Life Stories: How to use restorative justice to change behavior Andy Broughton, The Messengers Scarbrough 4 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
How Thinking Outside the Box Is Strengthening Our School Community Lesley Dean, Barnett Shoals Elementary School Scarbrough 2 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Revolutionizing School Attendance: The 6 Principles for Equitable Engagement Amen M. Rahh, Knowlej Sloane 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Safety Over Everything, Success Strategies for Achieving Academic Excellence Louis Cobb Jr., Monroe Comprehsive High School Percival 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Sticky Situations: Understanding the Law and Life Krystal Banks, Banks Services Westbrook 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Tending to Tomorrow: Where the Ecosystem Sows Future Adults Natasha L. Jackson, Multnomah Education Service District Scarbrough 1 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Understanding the Autism Spectrum Sam Marion Verelst 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
When Grief Comes to Court: Supporting bereaved court involved youth Lane Pease, Kate's Club Scarbrough 3 1:00 PM Presentation Materials Available |
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| 2:45 PM |
Brain-based Behavior Intervention Strategies Kathryn J. deVries PhD, Neurologic by Lakeside Scarbrough 4 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Amra Sabic-El-Rayess Scarbrough 3 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Fostering a Growth Mindset: Nurturing Resilient Learners Jamie R. Brunson, Gordon Odyssey Academy - Fairfield County School District Ballroom D 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Jenny Wilhoite, JenVisions, LLC Sloane 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Igniting the Spirit of Hope, Healing and Discovery in our Youth Thomas Peterson, University of West Georgia Scarbrough 1 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Alexnadra Hartwig, Texas Tech University 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Leading Transformational Change in Schools Dr. Kim C. Germany, AchieveNow, LLC Plimsoll 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Me? Biased? From Bias to Brilliance: Strength Based Approach In Education and Youth Services Charity B. McLean, Partnership for Children & Families Verelst 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Tanya Martin Dr., Nebraska Wesleyan University Percival 2:45 PM |
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| Tuesday, March 4th | ||
| 8:30 AM |
George Barker, Vibrant Emotional Health Scarbrough 5 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Cultivating Wellbeing in Schools -Let's Change Education Ashley L. Baer Percival 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Pam McNall, Respectful Ways trauma-informed curriculum & PD 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Empowering Students through Teaching About Trauma, Stress, and Brain Regulation Kathy J. Van Horn, Lakeside Scarbrough 2 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Healthy Minds: Mental Health and Mindfulness Kiawana Kennedy, Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) Scarbrough 4 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Instructional Leadership: Driving Effective Teaching and Learning Dr. Kim C. Germany, AchieveNow, LLC Plimsoll 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Using Restorative Practices to Empower Student Collaboration in traditional school discipline Sharana Sloss, ZenTivity Center Verelst 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Yes, a Bumble Bee CAN Fly: At Risk Students Achieving Brayan Bunyi Mr. Sloane 8:30 AM |
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| 8:30 AM |
Youth Character and Leadership Development Chrissy B. Chen, Boys & Girls Clubs of America Vernon 8:30 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Eric Landers, Georgia Southern University Ballroom E&F 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Barrier Breakers: Non-Traditional Options for Non-Traditional Students Jeanne Walker, Cobb County School District Scarbrough 5 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Centering Social and Emotional Learning in the Juvenile Justice System Nasaskyia R. Hicks, Clemson University Westbrook 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
nathan swanson, Lakeside Ballroom D 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Innovative Strategies to Motivate and Build Resilience in Every Student Christian Moore Scarbrough 4 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Non-Aversive Social and Academic Interventions for Youth with Challenging Behavior Tom Clees, UGA Sloane 10:15 AM Presentation Materials Available |
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| 10:15 AM |
Derrick C. Bailey Vernon 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Blanca E. Torres, One Degree Hire Plimsoll 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Frederick E. Polite, The Polite Way, INc Verelst 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Using Choice Theory/Reality Therapy to Keep Difficult Parents on Your Side Jane V. Hale, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Scarbrough 2 10:15 AM |
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| 10:15 AM |
Youth Mental Health & The Learning Environment Raessha Stanley, Savannah Chatham County Public School System Percival 10:15 AM |
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| 1:00 PM |
A Trauma-Informed Approach: It Starts with YOU! Laura A. Clary, Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) Sloane 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Courtney Toledo Ed.D., Georgia Southern University Ballroom D 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Connecting to Life: Engaging Youth in Suicide Intervention Sara Newman, RISE Youth & Family Services Verelst 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Creating a Positive VIBE with FACE (Family & Community Engagement) Teams in Title I Schools Shelby H. Henderson, Jones County School System Percival 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Summer Pannell, The University of Southern Mississippi Scarbrough 5 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Dogs in Schools: Nurturing Positive Change Kathy J. Van Horn, Lakeside Westbrook 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Knowing Yourself to Better Know Your Students Nathan Swanson, Lakeside Scarbrough 4 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
P.A.S.S. (Position-Access-Strength-Sustainability) Dustin Rivenbark Scarbrough 3 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Pornography: Social, Emotional and Mental Implications Among Adolescents William K. Canady, Dublin City Schools Plimsoll 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
The MASTERS Program: A Model for Teaching Adolescents Soft Skills for Career Readiness Jewrell Rivers Scarbrough 2 1:00 PM |
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| 1:00 PM |
Up to the Challenge - Teaching Resilience and Responsibility in the Classroom Jay Andrew Jackson, Irvington High School Vernon 1:00 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Building a Strong Foundation: Summer THRIVE’s Approach to Freshman Success and School Engagement Carey Blalock, Cherokee County School District Scarbrough 1 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Rebecca R. Raab, Columbia College - Columbia, South Carolina Scarbrough 4 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Culturally Congruent Mentoring: Black College Women Supporting Black Girls Kendra P. Alexander, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Verelst 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Harmony Amidst Chaos: Mental Wellness and Risk Prevention Mark D. Kraft, Volusia County Schools Sloane 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
ROARS: A Positive Behavior Program That Works for ALL Students! Katie Nelson, Rankin County School District Plimsoll 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Rooted in Wisdom: Harnessing Black Parent Power for Culture Affirmation and Justice Jasmine Murphy, Village of Wisdom Vernon 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Supportive Interactions with Unaccompanied Youth Kristen Hoffa, Berks County Intermediate Unit Scarbrough 2 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Suspension is NOT an Intervention Ronnie Jacobs Jr, Charleston County School District Scarbrough 3 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
The Journey Leading to the Resilient Transformation of One High-Flying School Michael Perry Jr., Greenville Middle School- Meriwether County GA Ballroom D 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Tools Not Rules: Developing Self-Regulation for Improved Student Behavior in Grades K-8 Claudia Bertolone-Smith, California State University, Chico Percival 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
We are NOT the Alternative School, BUT the school with Alternatives Ryan Maher, The Central Academy Scarbrough 5 2:45 PM |
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| 2:45 PM |
Youth-Focused Harm Reduction for Substance Use Prevention and Mental Well-Being Jacquelyn McMillan Westbrook 2:45 PM |
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| Wednesday, March 5th | ||
| 9:45 AM |
A Girl Named Sue: A Child's Journey from Complex Trauma to Hope, Healing & Recovery Jamie S. Like Ms., Building Blocks Scarbrough 5 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Beliefs Beget Belonging: How Teachers Can Cultivate a Sense of Community for Students Keonya Booker, COFC Verelst 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Brian Maus Scarbrough 2 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Shellie Marino, North Atlanta High School, Atlanta Public Schools Plimsoll 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Leaders of the Class: Ensuring All Learners in Your Secondary Classroom Identity as a Leader Maureen Chapman, Cor Creative Partners LLC Scarbrough 1 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Leadership Circles: Building Communities By Building Youth One Individual at a Time CiCi A. Nunez, Texas Tech University Sloane 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Samuel J. Smith, LivingWorks Education USA Westbrook 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Reel Talk - Group Cinematherapy for Adolescent Black Males Jamaal P. Scott, Reel Talk Psychology, PLLC Scarbrough 3 9:45 AM |
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| 9:45 AM |
Supporting Systems-Involved Young People with Preparation for Adulthood Brittney Lee, University of Washington Tacoma Percival 9:45 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
5 Dos and Don’ts of SEL-Based Collaborative Learning Katie Dineen Scarbrough 4 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
Beyond Traditional Mentoring: Cultivating 21st Century Skills Through Youth Voice Kendra P. Alexander, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Scarbrough 5 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
Lead.Model.Empower: Create Your Perfect School! Shawnda M. Spruill Verelst 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
Mental Healing in the Classroom Brittany Pieke, Georgia Southern University Sloane 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
The Power of Consumption - A Positive Shift In Student Health Malcolm Xavier Boone, Rabun Gap Nacoochee School Scarbrough 3 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
The Welfare Lady Musical: A Monodrama of Casework, Trauma, and Youth Resilience Skye Berger, Martin University Percival 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
Turning Down the Heat: Practical De-Escalation Skills for Educators Summer Pannell, The University of Southern Mississippi Scarbrough 1 11:15 AM |
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| 11:15 AM |
"Unlocking Excellence: 6 Leadership Keys to Building a Thriving School Culture and Climate" Lamar Thomas, Delta Innovative School Vernon 11:15 AM |
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