The School Planning Conference (June 23–26) offers school administrators a comprehensive, multi-track curriculum designed to transform raw district data into actionable strategies for student success and operational efficiency. Whether your district is facing rapid growth, declining enrollment, or evolving safety concerns, this conference provides the technical expertise and leadership frameworks necessary to navigate complex facility and demographic challenges.
Key Tracks:
- Track A: GIS & SchoolSite Hands-on
- Track B: K12 Forecasting / Planning
- Track C: Capacity Utilization / Consolidation / Safety
Key Features:
- Strategic Enrollment Management: Master the “science of student data” through deep dives into cohort-survival methods, birth rate trends, and the economic impacts on student migration.
- Operational Excellence & Capacity: Learn rigorous methodologies for calculating building capacity, navigating the political and logistical complexities of redistricting, and implementing equitable school consolidation strategies.
- Advanced Planning Technology: Gain hands-on experience with GIS tools to visualize demographic hotspots, automate reporting, and create compelling data dashboards for Board of Education presentations.
- Safety & Future-Proofing: Stay ahead of the curve with sessions dedicated to AI-driven predictive analytics and modern school safety solutions, including digital and behavioral threat assessments..
Overall, the School Planning Conference agenda offers a valuable platform for school administrators, planners, and stakeholders to gain knowledge, develop skills, and engage in critical discussions on creating safe and effective learning environments. This conference is more than a series of lectures; it includes “Bring Your Own District” labs and collaborative peer reviews, ensuring you return to your district with practical solutions tailored to your specific community needs.