Welcome to the ESSA 2018 Conference! For more than two decades, this conference has been the singular event that brings together districts from throughout Illinois in order to share information about creative, reliable and replicable classroom and school practices. It also highlights national and state educational policies and programs. We look forward to seeing you at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel. Here are times to keep in mind as you plan your travel:
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The goal of this interactive workshop is to provide Diversity, Cultural Awareness, and Effective Communication training to help administrators and educators understand the importance and impact of their roles in the lives of their students on a daily basis. Educators will gain strategies and tools to effectively work with students with learning and behavioral challenges that can be taken back to their schools to use right away. This workshop will highlight the importance of building positive relationships to have consistent student achievement and encourage school leaders both to self-evaluate and bridge the cultural gap with their students. School leaders will be challenged with the question, "How often do I study my leadership style and how does it affect my staff and students?" [This is an exhibitor, vendor, private consultant, or conference-sponsor session.]
