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New Trier Township Institute 2025
Together for Tomorrow: Empowering Our Students to Thrive
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Friday, February 14
 

8:30am CST

A02 | Getting Past Stuck
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
McGee
Author and educator Dr. Decoteau J. Irby’s interactive “Getting Past Stuck” workshop provides an overview into the dynamic process of working to achieve racial equity in schools. Through highlighting key themes from his book Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership, Dr. Irby will help participants understand school-improvement practices and inquiry-based leadership strategies that improve learning outcomes for Black and Brown school-aged students. At the end of the presentation, participants will know:
  • What it means to have the capacity for racial equity improvement and
  • The role leadership and professional learning plays in strengthening a school’s capacity for racial equity improvement
Speakers
CW

Cortney W Thomas

Instructional Coach, TrueNorth
DD
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
McGee
  PK-12

8:30am CST

A03 | Giving Grace and Building Empathy in Ourselves and Others LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
E360
In this training, staff will be invited to reflect on their current states, and what they are doing to ensure their own regulation. We will acknowledge the reality of stress and be reminded to build empathy for ourselves and for those we serve. We will explore what can impact our ability to be regulated and present. We will address the importance of working collaboratively and collectively together. Because we’re in a service-oriented profession and continuously look outward to help others, we’ll turn our lenses around to build self-awareness and embrace the concept of grace as we collaboratively build a Culture of Safety for our youth, families, staffs, and communities. If we’re going to be good to others, first and foremost we’ve got to be good to ourselves. This session is rich with strategies and approaches to do just that…so we can foster resilient learners.

Speakers
KS
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
E360
  PK-12

8:30am CST

A28 | TRS Retirement Planning FULL
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
301 (EPI)
In this workshop we will provide an overview of the retirement benefits available to our district’s employees. We’ll discuss the TRS of Illinois pension plan emphasizing the differences between Tier 1 and Tier 2 members. Additionally, we’ll explore the 403(b) and 457(b) plans, detailing how these supplemental retirement savings options can help you maximize your retirement income. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge you need to make well informed financial decisions and ensure a comfortable retirement.  
Speakers
DO
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
301 (EPI)
  PK-12

8:30am CST

A29 | Leading for Impact: How Leadership Rounding Builds Connection, Retention, and Results LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
W333/W335
Join Dr. Casey Blochowiak for a session on leadership rounding, a powerful strategy that fosters trust, strengthens communication, and enhances leadership impact in schools and communities. Through meaningful conversations between leaders and employees, this approach shifts organizational culture, removes barriers to success, and boosts engagement and retention in school districts. Dr. Blochowiak will share actionable insights and stories on how intentional leadership rounding can empower district and school administrators to address the unique challenges of public education, helping you create great places to work, learn and succeed. 
Speakers
CB
Friday February 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
W333/W335
  PK-12

10:00am CST

B02 | Getting Past Stuck LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
McGee
Author and educator Dr. Decoteau J. Irby’s interactive “Getting Past Stuck” workshop provides an overview into the dynamic process of working to achieve racial equity in schools. Through highlighting key themes from his book Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership, Dr. Irby will help participants understand school-improvement practices and inquiry-based leadership strategies that improve learning outcomes for Black and Brown school-aged students. At the end of the presentation, participants will know:
  • What it means to have the capacity for racial equity improvement and
  • The role leadership and professional learning plays in strengthening a school’s capacity for racial equity improvement
Speakers
CW

Cortney W Thomas

Instructional Coach, TrueNorth
DD
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
McGee
  PK-12

10:00am CST

B03 | Giving Grace and Building Empathy in Ourselves and Others LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
E360
In this training, staff will be invited to reflect on their current states, and what they are doing to ensure their own regulation. We will acknowledge the reality of stress and be reminded to build empathy for ourselves and for those we serve. We will explore what can impact our ability to be regulated and present. We will address the importance of working collaboratively and collectively together. Because we’re in a service-oriented profession and continuously look outward to help others, we’ll turn our lenses around to build self-awareness and embrace the concept of grace as we collaboratively build a Culture of Safety for our youth, families, staffs, and communities. If we’re going to be good to others, first and foremost we’ve got to be good to ourselves. This session is rich with strategies and approaches to do just that…so we can foster resilient learners.
Speakers
KS
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
E360
  PK-12

10:00am CST

B30 | TRS Retirement Planning FULL
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
301 (EPI)
In this workshop we will provide an overview of the retirement benefits available to our district’s employees. We’ll discuss the TRS of Illinois pension plan emphasizing the differences between Tier 1 and Tier 2 members. Additionally, we’ll explore the 403(b) and 457(b) plans, detailing how these supplemental retirement savings options can help you maximize your retirement income. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge you need to make well informed financial decisions and ensure a comfortable retirement.  
Speakers
DO
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
301 (EPI)
  PK-12

10:00am CST

B31 | Leading for Impact: How Leadership Rounding Builds Connection, Retention, and Results LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
W359
Join Dr. Casey Blochowiak for a session on leadership rounding, a powerful strategy that fosters trust, strengthens communication, and enhances leadership impact in schools and communities. Through meaningful conversations between leaders and employees, this approach shifts organizational culture, removes barriers to success, and boosts engagement and retention in school districts. Dr. Blochowiak will share actionable insights and stories on how intentional leadership rounding can empower district and school administrators to address the unique challenges of public education, helping you create great places to work, learn and succeed. 
Speakers
CB
Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:15am CST
W359
  PK-12

11:15am CST

🍴 Lunch Pickup & Connect with Colleagues LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 11:15am - 11:45am CST
Friday February 14, 2025 11:15am - 11:45am CST
  PK-12

11:45am CST

C01 | 💡Lunch & Learn: What Teens Need Now - How to Support the Young People in Our Lives
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 1:00pm CST
Main Gym / Gaffney / McGee
In today’s complex and high-pressure world, adolescents are confronted with challenges that are unprecedented in both scope and intensity. Dr. Lisa Damour will detail the essential supports young people need to navigate these times successfully. Drawing on her latest research and decades of clinical experience, Dr. Damour will offer a roadmap for fostering resilience, promoting healthy communication, and providing the guidance teens need to thrive. This talk is designed for parents, educators, and caregivers who are dedicated to equipping the young people in their lives with the skills and confidence necessary to face life’s challenges with strength and optimism.
Speakers
LD
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 1:00pm CST
Main Gym / Gaffney / McGee
  PK-12

11:45am CST

C02 | TRS Retirement Planning
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 1:00pm CST
301 (EPI)
In this workshop we will provide an overview of the retirement benefits available to our district’s employees. We’ll discuss the TRS of Illinois pension plan emphasizing the differences between Tier 1 and Tier 2 members. Additionally, we’ll explore the 403(b) and 457(b) plans, detailing how these supplemental retirement savings options can help you maximize your retirement income. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge you need to make well informed financial decisions and ensure a comfortable retirement.  
Speakers
DO
Friday February 14, 2025 11:45am - 1:00pm CST
301 (EPI)
  PK-12

1:15pm CST

D01 | Restorative Practices: It's More Than Just a Circle LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
E360
Learning about Restorative Practices is important, but experiencing them firsthand is transformative. The impact of proactive community building Restorative Practices work is powerful, impactful, and accessible to all educators. Successfully supporting youth needs means first supporting adults' needs. We all want to move quickly to directly supporting youth, yet slowing down enough to take care of ourselves, our staff, and one another will increase our overall impact. Join us in experiencing the work internally before bringing it to students in the classroom. It’s heart work, and it’s hard work… and it starts with Us.
Speakers
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Ali Hearn

National Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Coach, Ali Hearn Coaching + Consulting
Ali Hearn, LCSW is a National keynote speaker, trainer, and coach whose mission is to shift mindsets and ignite fires within others to create sustainable change and impact. Throughout her career, she has worked with thousands of educators across the country, emphasizing the importance... Read More →
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
E360
  PK-12

1:15pm CST

D02 | Getting Past Stuck LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
McGee
Author and educator Dr. Decoteau J. Irby’s interactive “Getting Past Stuck” workshop provides an overview into the dynamic process of working to achieve racial equity in schools. Through highlighting key themes from his book Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership, Dr. Irby will help participants understand school-improvement practices and inquiry-based leadership strategies that improve learning outcomes for Black and Brown school-aged students. At the end of the presentation, participants will know:
  • What it means to have the capacity for racial equity improvement and
  • The role leadership and professional learning plays in strengthening a school’s capacity for racial equity improvement
Speakers
CW

Cortney W Thomas

Instructional Coach, TrueNorth
DD
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
McGee
  PK-12

1:15pm CST

D03 | Giving Grace and Building Empathy in Ourselves and Others LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Gaffney Auditorium
In this training, staff will be invited to reflect on their current states, and what they are doing to ensure their own regulation. We will acknowledge the reality of stress and be reminded to build empathy for ourselves and for those we serve. We will explore what can impact our ability to be regulated and present. We will address the importance of working collaboratively and collectively together. Because we’re in a service-oriented profession and continuously look outward to help others, we’ll turn our lenses around to build self-awareness and embrace the concept of grace as we collaboratively build a Culture of Safety for our youth, families, staffs, and communities. If we’re going to be good to others, first and foremost we’ve got to be good to ourselves. This session is rich with strategies and approaches to do just that…so we can foster resilient learners.

Speakers
KS
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Gaffney Auditorium
  PK-12

1:15pm CST

D04 | Reflection and Application LIMITED
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Brain already full from the morning sessions? Set aside this 75 minute session to reflect upon what you have learned and make an action plan for how you plan to put it into process.
Friday February 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:30pm CST
  PK-12
 
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