SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Brian Buffington
Brian "Sir Buff A-Lot" Buffington will be kicking off this year's event with a heavy dose of #BuffMagic! His keynote will leave your brain inspired and your abs tired from laughing. If that's not enough, you'll also enjoy a special live music performance.
BREAKOUT PRESENTERS
Michelle Stalions: White County Middle School
Michelle Stalions is an 8th grade physical science teacher at White County Middle School. In her 14 years in education, she has taught 6-8th grade students in math and science both in the classroom for eleven years and online for three years for students all over Georgia. She loves finding new ways to engage her students in the classroom with hands on experiences and technology and outside of the classroom through the many great platforms for educators.
Jessica Mobley: Lyman Hall Elementary
I am a wife, mom of a two year old and a Third Grade Teacher at Lyman Hall Elementary School in Hall County, Georgia. I graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education from Coastal Carolina University and I am now working on my Masters in Instructional Technology. I have been teaching for 3 years. I have taught Special Education, Second Grade and looped with my students to Third Grade. I am also ESOL certified. Building strong relationships with my students and families is the center of my classroom. Providing student centered differentiated learning and technology integration is a passion. Continuing to grow each and every way I can for my students is my goal. I love to read out loud, sing and dance, and keep my students on their toes!
Leah Thomas: Fairview Elementary School
Leah Thomas is part teacher, part performer...in her 3rd grade classroom, that is. Her roots run deep in Habersham County, where she was also named the 2020 District Teacher of the Year. Her family includes her husband, Stephen, her dog, Gertie, and every student she has ever taught. Leah is a believer that strong relationships and personal connections are the keys to success in teaching and in curating a cozy life, in general.
Alicia Dunlap: Hart County High School
My name is Alicia Dunlap. I graduated from Emmanuel College with a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Mathematics Education. I teach Coordinate Algebra and Advanced Mathematical Decision Making at Hart County High School. I am passionate about helping students to see and reach their potential through dedication, encouragement, and words of affirmation.
Cory Hall: Dawson County Middle School
Hi! My name is Cory Hall and I am the art teacher at Dawson County Middle School. I have taught Pre-K through college over the past 18 years. I am passionate about helping students explore their creativity. I love being outside with my family, creating, and reading.