💡Keynote Sessions💡

Lead Where You Are

Presenter: Dr. Joe Sanfelippo

Room: Bexar and Babies

Day 1: 1:15-2:30

“I’m just...It’s a phrase we hear all the time. I’m just a teacher, I’m just an assistant principal, I’m just a tech director, I’m just a custodian….the list goes on and on and is always followed by reasons something CAN’T happen. Leadership is not a title, it’s an action...and it starts from within. Identifying leadership traits in yourself changes your mindset when thinking about leading those around you. Part of our responsibilities as a leader is to identify leadership traits in others. The opportunities are endless for those who choose to lead. It’s our job to find those traits, focus our efforts on growth opportunities, and foster an environment where everyone has a chance to lead.  

Regional Trends In Special Education

Presenter: Amy Strauch

Room: Bexar and Babies

Day 1: 3:00-4:00

Feel like there are more students served in Special Education than ever before? We will take a high-level glimpse at regional trends in evaluation, eligibility categories, dyslexia identification, and more! 

Lessons Learned from the Past Year: Special Education Case Law Update

Presenter: Paula Maddox Roalson 

Room: Bexar and Babies

Day 2: 3:15-4:15

From the schoolhouse to the courthouse, special education remains one of the most frequently challenged areas of school operations. There is much to be learned from recent cases, and Attorney Paula Maddox Roalson will close out the conference by sharing a look back at the year in review from the federal courts. Paula will share valuable information from recent cases, along with practice pointers developed over her 30 year career as a special education attorney. From “what not to do” to “what to do instead,” participants will take away new insights and helpful recommendations to navigate the special education legal landscape.