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Tuesday, April 8
 

10:45am CDT

Clear the Mechanism: How Mindfulness, Visualization, and Intentional Listening can Positively Impact Students' Learning, Motivation, and Emotional Well-Being LIMITED
Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT
We live in a chaotic, cacophonous world that increasingly overwhelms our students. Today’s youth are facing unprecedented levels of stress and anxiety. From the constant barrage of news and social media to the pressures of academic and social expectations, it can be difficult for them to quiet the “noise” and focus. Join this interactive session to learn how mindfulness, visualization, and intentional listening techniques can transform your classroom into a haven where students thrive. In this session, you’ll discover practical strategies to help manage stress, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being.
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Kaleb Wachala

Education Coach, ROE SchoolWorks
Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT
Redbird G

1:15pm CDT

Fostering Community Partnerships to Better Your School's Mental Health LIMITED
Tuesday April 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Building strong mental health support systems in schools requires collaboration with the broader community. This program focuses on fostering partnerships between schools and local mental health organizations, healthcare providers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to create a comprehensive approach to student well-being.
Participants will learn strategies for identifying and engaging potential community partners, developing mutually beneficial collaborations, and leveraging resources to address mental health challenges. By integrating external expertise with school-based initiatives, this program aims to expand access to services, reduce stigma, and promote a culture of mental health awareness.
Key outcomes include:
  • Establishing sustainable partnerships to enhance mental health resources.
  • Building a network of support to address diverse student needs.
  • Empowering educators and staff with tools and training for effective mental health advocacy.
This program is designed for school administrators, counselors, educators, and community members who are passionate about strengthening mental health support systems for students.
Speakers
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Megan Campbell, ATR-BC, LCPC

Owner, Rise and Thrive Wellness and Community Partner for KSD 111
Megan Campbell, ATR-BC, LCPC, owner of Rise & Thrive Wellness brings over 12 years of experience in clinical supervision, education, and leadership. As the owner of a dynamic group private practice for over 8 years, Megan oversees two thriving offices located in Bradley and Kankakee... Read More →
Tuesday April 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Redbird G

2:30pm CDT

Empowering Students as Wellness Ambassadors LIMITED
Tuesday April 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Presentation will highlight student-led wellness initiatives that foster peer support, mentoring and leadership in wellness.
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Dr. Leslie Ward-Lamina

Principal Consultant, ISBE
Dr. Leslie Ward-Lamina is a Principal Consultant in the Wellness and Student Care Department at the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and serves as an adviser to the ISBE Student Advisory Council.
Tuesday April 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Redbird G
 
Wednesday, April 9
 

9:45am CDT

Supporting McKinney-Vento and Youth-in-Care: Challenges and Effective Supports for Success LIMITED
Wednesday April 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
This session provides an in-depth exploration of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and ESSA Foster Care Act, focusing on how to support these vulnerable student populations effectively. This session will address the barriers to educational stability that these students often encounter, such as frequent school transfers, lack of access to resources, and additional challenges. Attendees will also learn about best practices for identifying, supporting, and advocating for McKinney-Vento-eligible students and Youth-in-Care within the school system.
Speakers
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Kate Ulmer

Illinois McKinney-Vento State Coordinator, Illinois State Board of Education
Wednesday April 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Redbird G

11:00am CDT

Building a Connected Campus: A Whole-School Approach to Social-Emotional Learning LIMITED
Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
In this engaging session, you will learn how to design, implement, and adapt a comprehensive school-wide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program tailored to meet the unique needs of your school community. We will explore practical programs, proven strategies, and innovative ideas that drive meaningful SEL integration. Attendees will leave with clear, actionable steps and personalized action plans to support SEL success within their schools. Throughout the session, there will be opportunities for interactive Q&A to ensure that your specific questions and challenges are addressed. Join David Lerch, Principal of ROE 45 Safe School, for an informative experience on building and sustaining an impactful SEL initiative. 
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avatar for David Lerch

David Lerch

Principal, ROE 45
   David Lerch has been teaching for 16 years. He graduated with his bachelor’s degree fromIllinois College in 2007, his master’s degree from SIUE in 2010 and his EDS in Principalshipfrom SIUE in 2023. He’s taught a variety of grades from 5th grade to 8th grade. He has alsotaught... Read More →
Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Redbird G
 
ISBE School Wellness Conference
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