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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Join us for an engaging look into what effective teachers should know and be able to do in order to improve student learning and achievement. Dialogue around the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and beliefs that exemplify sound teaching practices. Explore the possibilities of developing collaborative teacher learning communities focused on standards of accomplished teaching, practice improvement cycles, and evidence of student learning.
