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Welcome“Positioning Your Leadership Strategy” is the theme of the 84th Annual Virginia Middle and High School Principals Conference& Exposition, aka, the Summer Conference. The state conference has been sponsored by the Virginia Department of Educationand the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals annually since 1927. Beginning in 2007, the Virginia Foundation forEducational Leadership has been collaborating with VASSP and VDOE to present what has become the instructional leadership,administration, and policy conference for middle level and high school principals and assistant principals in the Commonwealth.The theme addresses how principals and assistant principals should be developing their leadership strategies to make theprocess of decision making easier and more effective. The performance accountability of students, teachers, and educationaladministrators has never commanded more attention than now. Although the Commonwealth has policies, metrics, and rubricsin place, principals need to not only be comfortable in their knowledge of these performance indicators, but also be able toimplement them effectively, synergistically, and strategically. How a principal positions his/her leadership strategy is paramountto the success of these endeavors. It is important that school principals set school expectations that incorporate national, state,and local mandates in guiding student achievement, requiring quality instructional delivery and pursuing leadership goals forsuccess.The conference education topics continue to emphasize the role of the principal in increasing student achievement through thefollowing strands:School Leadership, Administration, and ManagementSOL/Curriculum and Instruction/RemediationSOA/AccountabilityNCLB/AYP/Teacher Quality/LEP/Special EducationAssessment and Data AnalysisInstructional TechnologyStudent Services and Programs (e.g., school safety, discipline, dropout prevention)Personal (e.g., stress management, time management, health and fitness awareness)Educational Law and PolicyThank you for your continued support of the Summer Conference and our efforts to move the school principalship toward astronger and increasingly viable leadership role in the education of Virginia’s youth.2011 Summer Conference Planning CommitteeWelcomePositioning Your Leadership Strategy5

Conference Planning CommitteeRobert Bracey, Ed.D. Randy Barrack, Ed.D., Ph.D. Patricia Wright, Ed.D.The Steering Committee is chaired byRobert A. Bracey, III, VASSP senior associate,with Randy D. Barrack, executive director, andPatricia I. Wright, superintendent of public instruction,representing the Virginia Association of SecondarySchool Principals and the Virginia Department ofEducation, respectively.Robert AlmondVirginia Departmentof EducationCarolyn BernardVASSP President-ElectVASSP Board of DirectorsChesapeake DivisionKevin Bezy, Ed.D.VASSP Board of DirectorsVASSP Immediate Past PresidentFranklin County DivisionShirley BookerVASSP Board of DirectorsAmelia DivisionCarolyn CustardVASSP Board of DirectorsPrince William DivisionDavid EllenaVASSP Board of DirectorsNASSP Board of DirectorsChesterfield DivisionScott HabeebVASSP Board of DirectorsSalem DivisionJanice KoslowskiVASSP Board of DirectorsLoudoun DivisionLawrence LenzVASSP Board of DirectorsNASSP Board of DirectorsEssex DivisionBrian Matney, Ph.D.VASSP Board of DirectorsVirginia Beach DivisionMichelle MorganVASSP Board of DirectorsBedford DivisionKeith Perrigan, Ed.D.VASSP Board of DirectorsWashington DivisionConference Planning CommitteeCarol Robinson, Ed.D.VASSP Past PresidentFairfax County DivisionRichard Turner, Ed.D.VASSP PresidentVASSP Board of DirectorsRoanoke County DivisionDonald ValeVASSP Past PresidentVASSP Board of DirectorsAlbemarle DivisionJohn Word, Sr., Ed.D.VASSP Board of DirectorsArlington DivisionMISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals, Inc. is to supportschool principals and assistant principals in providing leadership to their schools andcommunities for the purpose of improving the education of Virginia’s youth.VISION STATEMENTThe vision of the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals, Inc. is to bethe Commonwealth’s foremost authority on school leadership for Virginia’s youth.66 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

General InformationConference RegistrationThe Conference Registration Desk is located in the Promenadenext to the Presidents Ballroom. Registration hours are:Sunday, June 26Noon - 4:00 p.m.Monday, June 277:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Tuesday, June 287:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Wednesday, June 297:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.To reach the registration desk via house phone, callextension 5682. For calls from outside of the hotel,please dial (757) 259-5682.Name BadgeYour name badge is your entry ticket to all conferencepresentations, receptions, and the Exhibit Show. Please wearit at all times. Complimentary name badges for spousesand children are available at the Conference RegistrationDesk; however, due to the size of our conference, attendanceat breakout sessions is restricted to those paying the fullregistration fee. Spouses not registered as conferenceparticipants may only participate in the Exhibit Show, generalsessions, and conference receptions. Spouses who are alsoschool administrators will need to register for the conferenceand pay the registration fee. Children are not permitted in theExhibit Show without a parent.RibbonsVASSP members give unselfishly of their time and energyto make the Association successful. Those individuals whoare serving on boards and committees are wearing ribbonsattached to their name badges. Please take a moment tothank them for their efforts on behalf of Virginia’s middle andhigh school administrators.VASSP AwardsOne of the highlights of the Summer Conference is thepresentation of the annual awards, including OutstandingHigh School Principal of Virginia, Outstanding Middle SchoolPrincipal of Virginia, Outstanding Secondary School AssistantPrincipal, Frank E. Flora Lamp of Knowledge Award, and Gavelof Authority Award.Luncheon SessionThe Second General Session this year is the annual luncheonfeaturing State Superintendent of Public InstructionDr. Patricia I. Wright to be held on Monday, June 27 from11:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This luncheon is included in yourconference fee; however, you must pick up your ticket inadvance. Please pick up your luncheon ticket when youregister.Conference BreakfastThe Fourth General Session is the conference breakfast to beheld Wednesday, June 29 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Thefeatured speaker is Dr. John Draper, Chief Executive Officer,Educational Research Service. The breakfast requires thepurchase of an admission ticket. Please pick up your ticketfrom the Conference Registration Desk by noon on Tuesday.2011 VASSP Exhibit ShowThe demands of VASSP members have resulted in theattraction of many companies that will display the latestproducts and services for middle and high school educators.These exhibitors from state and national companies willgather under one roof to create one of the finest educationaltrade shows seen by Virginia’s school principals. One of themajor prizes will be given at the Ice Cream Social in the ExhibitHall on Tuesday afternoon. Our exhibitors are proving to beinstrumental in keeping our conference registration costsdown. We urge you to visit their booths and take advantageof this opportunity to acquaint yourself with these fineprofessionals and their products. Children in the Exhibit Hallmust be accompanied by an adult at all times. The VASSPExhibit Show is located in the Presidents Ballroom (ExhibitHall). The Exhibit Show hours are:Tuesday, June 287:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.All conference refreshment breaks on Tuesday will be heldin the Exhibit Hall. A continental breakfast for all registeredparticipants will be available in the Exhibit Hall at 7:30 a.m.on Tuesday. Many hotels and corporations have contributedprizes which will be given away during the refreshmentbreaks. You can register for additional prizes at the booth ofmany participating exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall. (The grandprize drawing will be held on Wednesday, June 29 at 11:00a.m. during the Fifth General Session.)VASSP BookstoreThe VASSP Bookstore is sponsored by Rowman & LittlefieldEducation – a leading national publisher of educationalleadership books. The Bookstore is located in Rooms A & B.Bookstore hours are:Monday, June 27 Tuesday, June 289:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Conference ReceptionsEye-opener coffee receptions are sponsored every morningby Lifetouch from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Promenade.Balfour of Virginia will be featuring Steve Bassett – Virginia’sGeneral InformationPositioning Your Leadership Strategy7

General Information (Continued)own musical artist of rhythm and blues fame – on Mondayevening from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The Exhibitor’s IceCream Social will be held in the Exhibit Hall on Tuesdayafternoon from 4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Herff Jones will behosting a Conference Party on Tuesday evening from 8:00p.m. to 11:00 p.m. These events are open to all conferees andguests.Presentation PowerPoints & HandoutsFor your convenience, conference presenters’ handouts and/orPowerPoint presentations may be downloaded from thisWeb link: http//vassp.org/summer_conference.VASSP Membership Services CenterThe Membership Services Center is located in the Promenadenear the Exhibit Hall. Visit the Center to (1) join VASSP/NASSP, (2) update your membership information, includingyour current e-mail address, (3) pay your 2011-2012 dues,(4) receive information about association benefits, productsand services, (5) receive your conference press release,(6) pick up your reserved meal tickets, and (7) pick upyour complimentary VASSP pin. The Center is open duringconference registration hours.Message CenterAll messages will be posted on a message board in theregistration area.presentation, you qualify for 15 points per topic presented. Formore information, please refer to the recertification manualand consult your employing educational agency.Graduate Credit for ParticipationVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is offeringgraduate credit – one (1), two (2), or three (3) graduate hours- structured to enable you to take advantage of self-guidedlearning while you participate in the annual conference.(Please see page 24.) Contact information, curriculumrequirements, costs, and registration materials are availableat the VCU Course Registration Desk in the Promenade.Business CenterFor assistance with faxes, copies, and computer services,go to the Business Center, located at the end of the CrystalFoyer.Concierge deskFor assistance with hotel amenities, sightseeing, areaattractions, and restaurant reservations, visit the ConciergeDesk, located in the main lobby of the hotel.Cell PhonesAs a courtesy to your colleagues, please turn off cell phonesduring all conference sessions.General InformationPress RoomMedia representatives are requested to report to theConference Registration Desk upon arrival. A complimentaryconference press release is included at the conferenceresource Web link: http//vassp.org/summer_conference.Recycling Name BadgesPlease help protect the environment by recycling your namebadge at the completion of the conference. Deposit yourname badge in the recycling bin located at the ConferenceRegistration Desk after the conference.Recertification PointsThe Virginia Middle and High School Principals Conference &Exposition qualifies for 15 recertification points – five per day– according to the Virginia Recertification Manual. The Pre-Conference School Law Clinic and the Pre-Conference DataManagement Workshop for Principals qualify for an additionalfive recertification points each. If you are making a conferenceConference EvaluationTo assist us in evaluating your conference experience, pleasetake time to complete the evaluation form in the back of yourprogram. Those turning in completed evaluations by 11:00a.m. on Wednesday morning will be entered into a drawingto win the Grand Prize. Please return your evaluation formto the Conference Registration Desk. Each conferee will begiven a drawing ticket in exchange for the completed form.The Conference Planning Committee values your input!Your satisfaction and enjoymentare our highest priorities!If you have a problem or concern, please let us know so wemay help. VASSP staff is available to answer questions,troubleshoot problems, or address concerns. Ask any staffmember at the Conference Registration Desk, or call extension5682 if you need assistance.8 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy8

Pre-Conference ProgramsSunday, June 2612:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. RegistrationConference Registration Desk — Hotel Promenade1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. School law clinicAuditorium1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. What the Secondary Principal Needs to KnowA about Special Education LawMs. Kathleen S. MehfoudAttorney-At-LawReed Smith LLP2:25 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Top Legal Issues for the Virginia School PrincipalDr. Roger E. JonesDirector, VASSP Regional Center for Educational Leadership at Lynchburg CollegeProfessor, Lynchburg CollegeFaculty Member, Virginia Foundation for Educational Leadership4:10 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fact or Fiction? A Continuing Contract Teacher inVirginia Can Be Dismissed For CauseDr. Henry I. Willett, Jr.2005 Frank E. Flora Lamp of Knowledge AwardAssociate Professor Emeritus of Education Administration in Residence,George Washington University1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Data Management Workshop for PrincipalsAmphitheaterMs. Annie HarmanEducational ConsultantMs. Beverly RabilAssociate Director of InstructionFranklin City School DivisionPre-Conference Programs9Positioning Your Leadership Strategy9

Monday, June 277:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. registrationCoffee available 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.Courtesy of LifetouchPromenade8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Annual VASSP Business Meeting,Awards, and Election of OfficersAmphitheater9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. VASSP Bookstore OpenRooms A & B10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Opening General SessionAuditoriumPresiderDr. Richard A. TurnerPresidentVirginia Association of Secondary School PrincipalsPrincipal, William Byrd High SchoolRoanoke County DivisionWelcomeDr. Randy D. BarrackExecutive DirectorVirginia Association of Secondary School PrincipalsGreetingsDr. Virginia L. McLaughlinMember, Virginia Board of EducationDean, School of EducationThe College of William and MaryIntroductionMrs. Carolyn Custard2008 Virginia Student Councils AssociationAdministrator of the Year2008 Outstanding High School Principal of VirginiaVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, C. D. Hylton High SchoolPrince William DivisionSpeakerDr. Christopher B. HowardPresidentHampden-Sydney College“Positioning Your Leadership Strategy”11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Second General SessionLuncheonPresidents BallroomPresiderDr. Richard A. TurnerPresidentVirginia Association of Secondary School PrincipalsSpeakerDr. Patricia I. WrightSuperintendent of Public InstructionVirginia Department of EducationCommonwealth of VirginiaAward Presentations2011 Outstanding Secondary SchoolAssistant Principal of VirginiaDr. Sandra BrownVirginia Beach DivisionMonday Sessions2011 Outstanding Middle SchoolPrincipal of VirginiaMr. Jerome C. CampbellSalem Division2011 Outstanding High SchoolPrincipal of VirginiaDr. Virginia MinshewLoudoun Division1010 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

Department of Education Colloquium Monday, June 27, 20102:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Major Concurrent SessionsSessions will repeat at 3:30 p.m.Group 1. Supporting the Identification andAchievement of Twice-Exceptional Students(Non-Repeating – 1st Session Only)Room FPresiderDr. Kevin G. Bezy2001 Outstanding Secondary SchoolAssistant Principal of the YearVASSP Immediate Past PresidentPrincipal, The Gereau CenterFranklin County DivisionPresentersDr. Donna L. PolandSpecialist, Governor’s Schools and Gifted EducationOffice of Standards, Curriculum and Instruction andDr. Wayne BarrySpecialist for Student ServicesOffice of Special Education and Student ServicesVirginia Department of EducationTwice-exceptional (2e) students, who are gifted and have adisability, have been described as underserved and understimulatedyouth. The challenge for a school is how to findthese students and how to address their educational needs.This presentation will examine the state and federal guidelinesthat impact services for twice-exceptional learners. Inaddition, this presentation will address the role of principalsin supporting a learning environment for 2e students.Group 2. Literary Challenges Facing Rural Students(Non-Repeating – 2nd Session Only)Room 15Participants will learn about the literacy challenges facingrural students, particularly middle schoolers, and learn howrural middle school principals can encourage teachers toteach content vocabulary effortlessly with a few simple,effective strategies. All teachers within a school consistentlyutilizing these effective strategies for content vocabularydevelopment will provide the whole school with a commonculture to promote student achievement and foster success.GROUP 3. Paradigm Shift: Meeting the Needs of aRapidly Increasing English Language Learner (ELL)Population (Non-Repeating – 1st Session Only)Room 12PresiderMr. Scott HabeebVASSP Board of DirectorsAssistant Principal, Salem High SchoolSalem DivisionPresentersMs. Judy RadfordESL CoordinatorVirginia Department of Education,Ms. Kimberly OxleyESL SpecialistHarrisonburg City Public Schools, andMr. Joseph GlickPrincipal, Skyline Middle SchoolHarrisonburg DivisionA panel of educators with expertise in working with ELLs willshare information about: (1) the increase in the ELL studentpopulation in Virginia; (2) the paradigm shift undertaken byHarrisonburg City Schools to meet the needs of a rapidlygrowing ELL population; and (3) the impact on the schoolcommunityrelationship.PresiderMs. Shirley BookerVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Amelia County Middle SchoolAmelia DivisionPresentersMs. Gabie FrazierTitle I and VI SpecialistVirginia Department of Education,Ms. Sharon MooreTitle I Coordinator, andMs. Donna BatesDirector of Federal ProgramsWise County Public SchoolsWise Division“Most middle school students’ comprehension difficultiesresult from inadequate vocabularies” (Barr et al., 1990).Group 4. Acknowledging Culture and Dialects toImprove Student Performance(Non-Repeating – 2nd Session Only)Room 5PresiderDr. Keith PerriganVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Patrick Henry High SchoolWashington DivisionPresenterMs. Marie IrelandSpecialist, Speech-Language ImpairmentOffice of Special Education and Student ServicesVirginia Department of EducationMonday SessionsPositioning Your Leadership Strategy11

Monday SessionsThis session will provide an overview of research andstrategies to address language diversity among Englishspeakers. Participants will examine features of standardEnglish and non-standard English dialects and the impact ofculture and dialect use on educational outcomes. Responsiveinstructional strategies and resources to improve studentperformance at the middle and high school level will be shared.GROUP 5. English and Mathematics forPostsecondary SuccessRoom JPresiderMr. Donald D. ValeVASSP Past PresidentCharter School AdministratorAlbemarle DivisionPresentersMr. Michael BollingMathematics Coordinator andMs. Tracy Fair RobertsonEnglish CoordinatorVirginia Department of EducationVirginia’s College and Career Readiness Initiative (CCRI)focuses on ensuring that college and career-ready learningstandards in reading, writing, and mathematics are taughtin every Virginia high school classroom. Recently developedEnglish and mathematics performance expectations forcollege and career readiness define the level of achievementstudents must reach to be academically prepared for successin entry-level credit-bearing college courses. Join us for adiscussion about the relationship between the performanceexpectations and 12th-grade capstone courses.GROUP 6. Major Changes to Secondary Science SOLRoom 8PresiderMr. Lawrence W. LenzVASSP Past PresidentNASSP Board of Directors1999 Virginia Student Councils Association Administratorof the YearPrincipal, Essex High SchoolEssex DivisionPresenterMr. Jim FirebaughSTEM Projects ConsultantVirginia Department of EducationThis session will provide information on the implementationof the recently revised Science Standards of Learning (January2010) and the Science SOL Curriculum Framework (November2010). Included in the discussion will be information on theimplementation schedule for the revised standards and thescience assessments, the Science SOL Enhanced Scope andSequence, and the upcoming science textbook approvalprocess. Major changes and additions to the middle and highschool standards will be highlighted.GROUP 7. CTE: Learning That Works for VirginiaRoom HPresiderDr. John A. Word, Sr.VASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Kenmore Middle SchoolArlington DivisionPresentersMs. Lolita HallDirector, Office of Career and Technical Education ServicesVirginia Department of Education andMs. Vikki WismerDirector, Governor’s School for Science and TechnologyHampton, VirginiaTwenty-first century career and technical education programsdemand more emphasis on academic, employability, andtechnical skills; effective coordination between secondaryand postsecondary; stronger connections with business andindustry; and increased accountability. This session willhighlight key strategies for implementing 21st century CTEprograms in Virginia.GROUP 8. Implementation of the 2010 EnglishStandards of Learning: Using the Curriculum FrameworkRoom 4PresiderMrs. Elizabeth “Bet” NealeDirector of Government Relations/Lead LobbyistVirginia Association of Secondary School PrincipalsPresenterMs. Jackie KelleyEnglish SpecialistVirginia Department of EducationThis session will provide information on the 2010 EnglishStandards of Learning (SOL) and the impact on instruction forfull implementation. Included will be information pertainingto the Curriculum Framework, the Enhanced Scope andSequence, and the English textbook adoption process.1212 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

Tuesday Sessionsstrategies, as well as solicit recommendations regardingcurrent conflicts in which they are involved.22. Leadership Strategies for Alternative Education ina Multipurpose BuildingPresenterDr. Clara James ScottAlternative High School Principal, Adult Career DevelopmentCenterRichmond City DivisionThis presentation will highlight essential leadershipstrategies needed to effectively manage a multi-purposeeducational center. An emphasis will be placed on makingaccommodations for students in the diverse, non-traditionalsetting of an urban school. Strategies will be presented thataddress the non-academic needs of students in an alternativehigh school. The session will stress the importance of schoolsafety, wraparound services, and student achievement (GEDand high school diploma).23. Shared Leadership: Cultivating Change throughTeacher LeadersPresenterMr. Ken KneshPrincipal, Strasburg High SchoolShenandoah DivisionDuring this session administrators will review a sharedleadership model in which committees of teachers replace thedepartment chair model. These committees, which are basedon best practices, foster teacher leadership and encourageinvestment in the learning community.24. Using Online Learning for Credit Recovery andScheduling FlexibilityPresenterMr. Steven HallAssistant Principal, Massaponax High SchoolSpotsylvania DivisionThis roundtable will discuss the use of online learning tohelp facilitate on-time graduation, provide credit recovery,increase scheduling flexibility, and improve homeboundinstruction. Participants will gain a better understandingof how online learning can be used to expand any school’sacademic program.25. Seven Comparisons of Leading Schools andCoachingPresenterDr. B. Harper DonahoePrincipal, Caroline High SchoolCaroline DivisionThis session will help participants identify common leadershipthemes by comparing the roles of administrator, teacher, andcoach. Attention will be given to data and its application,preparing for tests, networking, and establishing rapport withteachers and students.26. Building a Collaborative Learning CulturePresentersDr. Donald RobertsonPrincipal andMs. Patti JenkinsAssistant Principal, Salem High SchoolVirginia Beach DivisionThis session will involve sharing the steps used over a fouryearperiod to create a professional learning communityin a high school program where collaboration and teacheraccountability were absent. The approach used was basedon the work of Dr. Rick DuFour. The objective of this sessionis to provide school administrators with a plan that can leadschools to truly embrace real collaboration.27. Engaging Students in the Anti-bullying MovementPresenterMrs. Janice KoslowskiVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Potomac Falls High SchoolLoudoun DivisionParticipants in this session will learn details of a comprehensiveanti-bullying campaign that was spearheaded by one highschool’s Safe School Ambassador group. The program offersa multi-tiered approach for students to teach students aboutthe perils of bullying of all kinds. Participants will have theopportunity to brainstorm ways to create an anti-bullyingprogram for their own schools.28. Making the Transition to Block SchedulingPresentersDr. Keith PerriganVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Patrick Henry High School andMr. Gary “Bo” CatronSecondary Supervisor, Washington County Public SchoolsWashington Division16 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

This session will include information about the processof changing from a traditional seven-period schedule toa modified block schedule. All Washington County highschools will operate on a modified block schedule for the firsttime in 2011-2012. From stakeholder meetings to schedulingconferences between students and guidance counselors, theprocess from beginning to end will be discussed.29. Did You Know? ... State and Federal Laws AffectingWhat You DoPresenterMr. Lawrence LenzVASSP Past PresidentNASSP Board of Directors1999 Virginia Student Councils AssociationAdministrator of the YearPrincipal, Essex High SchoolEssex DivisionBuilding administrators may not always be aware of legislation,both federal and state, that could impact the curriculum,policies, and activities in their schools. This session willprovide an overview of federal and Virginia legislation ofimportance to administrators.30. The Assistant Principalship: Strategies for SuccessPresenterDr. Sandra Brown2011 Outstanding Secondary SchoolAssistant Principal of VirginiaAssistant Principal, Frank W. Cox High SchoolVirginia Beach DivisionThe role of the assistant principal is diverse and multi-faceted.This session will focus on the variety of roles an assistantprincipal must serve and provide strategies for effectively andsuccessfully fulfilling these roles.32. Making Connections CountPresentersMs. Michelle MorganVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal,Mr. Josh Cornett, andMrs. Dawn VerhoeffAssistant Principals, Staunton River High SchoolBedford DivisionTo reach their potential, students must make meaningfulconnections with teachers and their peers. This roundtablediscussion will highlight ideas on how schools can implementa school-wide initiative to assist all students in getting involvedand connected. Staunton River High School’s “Connections”program will be presented. Through this program, studentsare given the opportunity to have an advisor throughouttheir high school career. The advisor not only serves as anacademic mentor, but teaches numerous life and characterlessons throughout the program.33. Developing and Implementing a Technology PlanUtilizing a Technology CommitteePresenterMr. David EllenaVASSP Board of DirectorsNASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Tomahawk Creek Middle SchoolChesterfield DivisionThis presentation will explain how to implement a technologyplan for schools using a Technology Committee. Thepresenter will discuss how to create a team, procedures touse, and protocol to establish in order to provide the schoolwith input. The presenter will also describe how to create theplan and implement it in schools.34. Help! My AYP Has Fallen and I Can’t Get It Up!31. Enhancing Classroom Instruction with TechnologyPresentersMs. Shirley BookerVASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal andMs. Valarie HarrisMath Teacher, Amelia County Middle SchoolAmelia DivisionThe need for technology in the classroom is increasing asadministrators face the many educational challenges ofstruggling students and must continue to seek innovativeways to challenge these students. In this session participantswill learn how to make lessons “come alive” by using cellphones and other interactive technology.PresenterDr. Charles ChandlerPrincipal Presenter, Chandler Education Group, LLCMilton, West VirginiaIf a tree falls in the forest or if an instructor teaches and noone hears it, it just doesn’t matter. Students today present aunique challenge for instruction. Learn techniques that areinstantly usable and will make a world of difference in theclassroom and on state tests, decrease challenges and focuson curriculum, thereby teaching more of that curriculum eachyear.Tuesday Sessions17Positioning Your Leadership Strategy17

41. Instructional Leadership for English LanguageLearners (ELLs) in VirginiaPresenterMs. Judy RadfordESL CoordinatorVirginia Department of EducationThis session will provide an overview of ELL services in Virginiato include limited English proficiency (LEP) demographics,definitions of LEP and Immigrant and Youth (IY), serviceprovisions to LEP students, and performance reports for LEPstudents on Virginia’s Standards of Learning and EnglishLanguage Proficiency (ELP) assessments. The most commoninstructional LEP program types in Virginia and statewideprofessional development opportunities for all educators willbe discussed.42. Are High School Students Prepared for College andCareers? Understanding Virginia’s College- and Career-Ready IndicatorsPresenterDr. Deborah JonasExecutive Director, Research and Strategic PlanningVirginia Department of EducationFor several years, VDOE has been conducting research tounderstand the associations between high school academicindicators and postsecondary success. This session will reviewthe most up-to-date research results from VDOE’s work, andhelp school leaders understand how to use the informationto support the work of increasing students’ preparation forcollege and careers.43. Effective Practices and Resources Related toHistory and Social Science SOLPresenterDr. Beverly ThurstonCoordinator for History and Social SciencesVirginia Department of EducationThis session will focus on information that may assist teachersand students as they work with the History and Social ScienceSOL content and skills. Strategies that have been identifiedby school divisions as having a positive impact on studentsuccess rates will be discussed, as well as strategies that canbe successfully replicated by schools.11:55 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Cash Lunch and Prize DrawingsPresidents Ballroom / Exhibit HallNotesTuesday Sessions19Positioning Your Leadership Strategy19

Professional Practices Symposium Tuesday, June 28, 2011Tuesday Sessions1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Major Concurrent SessionsSessions will repeat at 2:45 p.m.Group 44. Capacity-Building LeadershipRoom 2PresiderDr. Keith SmithAppalachia Regional Comprehensive Center of EdvantiaVirginia State LiaisonCharleston, West VirginiaPresenterDr. Sharon HarshFormer Director, Appalachia Regional Comprehensive Centerof EdvantiaCharleston, West VirginiaThis session will include a review of the change process andthe essential role that capacity-building plays in implementingand sustaining desired change. Participants will learn thecomponents of a multidimensional capacity-building model,how to identify and address the dimensions in a changeinitiative, and which leadership strategies to use to effectivelysupport continuous improvement through capacity-building.Group 45. The Heart of Assessment for Learning:Maximizing the Power of Assessment to IncreaseStudent AchievementRoom 15PresiderMr. Anthony H. FrancisPrincipal, Jefferson Forest High SchoolBedford DivisionPresenterMr. Scott HabeebVASSP Board MemberAssistant Principal, Salem High SchoolSalem DivisionToo often, educators unknowingly practice Assessment forGrading (AFG). However, when used properly, assessment ismuch more than a grading tool. The true power of assessmentlies in its potential to dramatically impact student achievementthrough Assessment for Learning (AFL). Participants in thissession will gain a greater understanding of what AFL is andhow implementing AFL strategies can impact the overallculture and effectiveness of a school’s faculty. In addition,participants will learn practical strategies needed to lead an“AFL Revival” in their school or division.Group 46. Transition into Middle School – ThePrincipals and Principles InvolvedRoom 4PresiderMr. David S. EllenaVASSP Board of DirectorsNASSP Board of DirectorsPrincipal, Tomahawk Creek Middle SchoolChesterfield DivisionPresentersMs. Terri L. PerkinsPrincipal, Walker Upper Elementary School andMr. Eric JohnsonPrincipal, Buford Middle SchoolCharlottesville DivisionOne of the factors that helps students transition smoothly fromelementary to middle school is the collegiality and cooperationbetween the leaders of the schools and what they insist uponfrom their staff. In this session, two school principals – one inelementary and one in middle school – will discuss issues thatare at the center of school-to-school transitions: data sharing,cross-school meetings, school and staff visits, and parentcommunications. Information on specific tools used to makeentry into middle school easier for children, such as timelines,testing, staff interaction, and more, will be discussed.Group 47. Don’t Miss to Assist: InstructionalStrategies for Assistant PrincipalsRoom 12PresiderMrs. Carol BelvinAssistant Principal, Gloucester High SchoolGloucester DivisionPresenterMs. Brenda Muse2010 Outstanding Secondary SchoolAssistant Principal of the YearAssistant Principal, Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolFranklin County DivisionThere are a number of tools available to assistant principalsto assist them in serving as instructional leaders. Thissession will share specific strategies, covering topics such asanalyzing data, assisting teachers with instructional matters,practical grading practices, serving effectively as instructionalleader, assisting the principal in decision making, and schoolmanagement. In addition, a school remediation plan withproven academic success will be shared.20 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

PresentersDr. Roger E. JonesVASSP Past PresidentDirector, VASSP Regional Center for Educational Leadership atLynchburg CollegeProfessor, Lynchburg CollegeFaculty Member, Virginia Foundation for EducationalLeadership andDr. Gregory A. WheelerVASSP Past PresidentConsultant, Office of School Improvement, VirginiaDepartment of EducationFaculty Member, Virginia Foundation for EducationalLeadershipThe Virginia Model for School Improvement providestechnical assistance to principals, school improvementcoaches, superintendents and other division contacts,and lead turnaround partners to help them make effectivedecisions that result in improved student achievement. Whilethe initiative is designed to help designated schools, the modelis applicable for all school divisions and schools. This sessionwill examine the practices, strategies, and tools used by fiveschool divisions identified by OSI that have successfullyturned their schools around and have recently been featuredin a publication of VASSP’s foundation, the Virginia Foundationfor Educational Leadership.Group 53. 2011 State Politics: The Expected Impactfor Public School Education(1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. only; non-repeating)Room 17PresiderDr. Brian Matney2006 Outstanding High School Principal of VirginiaPrincipal, Frank W. Cox High SchoolVirginia Beach DivisionPresenterDr. Robert D. Holsworth2008 Frank E. Flora Lamp of Knowledge AwardPresident, Virginia TomorrowThe quintessential expert on Virginia politics and public policywill share his perspectives on the evolving nexus of politicsand economics at the State Capitol and how they affectK-12 public education policy, as well as their likely impact onschool administration. Virginia Tomorrow is a company thatexamines emerging trends in politics, society, and business.Professional Practices Symposium2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.Major Concurrent Sessions Repeated3:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Visit Exhibits / Prize Drawings / Ice Cream SocialVASSP Exhibitors ReceptionPresident’s Ballroom / Exhibit Hall8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Conference PartyTaylor-AdamsSponsored by Herff JonesTuesday Sessions22 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

wednesday, JuNE 297:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. registrationCoffee available 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.Courtesy of LifetouchPromenade7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Fourth General Session Breakfast(Meal ticket required)AdamsPresiderDr. Richard A. TurnerPresidentVirginia Association of Secondary School Principals9:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. fifth General SessionAuditoriumPresiderDr. Richard A. TurnerPresidentVirginia Association of Secondary School PrincipalsIntroductionMrs. Carolyn F. BernardVASSP President-ElectGrassfield High SchoolChesapeake DivisionSpeakerDr. John DraperChief Executive OfficerEducational Research Service“Crucial Conversations aboutAmerica’s Schools”SpeakerDr. Pedro NogueraPeter L. Agnew Professor of EducationSteinhardt School of Culture, Education &Human DevelopmentNew York University“Eliminating the Achievement Gap: Middleand High School Strategies for On-TimeGraduation”11:00 a.m.Conference Adjournment and Grand Prize DrawingWednesday Sessions23Positioning Your Leadership Strategy23

Graduate Credit Offered in Conjunction withAnnual Principals Conference and ExpositionJune 26-June 29, 2011Take advantage of this opportunity to earn VCU credit and to grow professionally. VCU, inconjunction with the Virginia Middle and High School Principals Conference and Exposition,offers a course that easily accommodates busy schedules. In the spirit of the conference theme,“Positioning Your Leadership Strategy,” the credit offering is structured to enable you to take advantageof self-guided learning and reflection.Graduate Course Credit Information• Tuition for the 1-credit VCU graduate course, $291.00.• Tuition for the 2-credit VCU graduate course, $582.00.• Tuition for the 3-credit VCU graduate course, $873.00.• You must complete a VCU Course Registration Form at the conference.• tuition payment is to be made payable to VASSP.Note: VCU graduate topics courses (ADMS651, Topics in Administration) are designed to beoffered for special topics for variable credits and are repeatable for credit. You should consultwith your university faculty advisor to determine if this course meets specific degree programrequirements.Graduate Credit InformationFor additional information or if you have questions, contact:Professor John S. Oehler, Ed.D.2001 Frank E. Flora Lamp of Knowledge AwardDean Emeritus, VCU School of EducationE-mail: jsoehler1@verizon.net or jsoehler@vcu.eduPhone: (804) 364-2794 Fax: (804) 364-2794 (call before faxing)24 Positioning Your Leadership Strategy

Be sure to visit theVASSP Membership Services CenterExperience the statewideVASSP Leadership Learning Network by:Joining VASSP/NASSPEnrolling your school in the Virginia Student Councils Associationand/orVirginia Association of Honor SocietiesPaying your 2011-2012 duesUpdating your membership informationRegistering your e-mail and FAX numberChecking out our national affiliate — NASSPPicking up your complimentary VASSP lapel pin (members only)Picking up your Monday luncheon ticketCenter HoursPromenadeSunday, June 26 — Noon - 4:00 p.m.Monday, June 27 — 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Tuesday, June 28 — 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Wednesday, June 29 — 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.