2022 Academic Support Conference

This professional development opportunity is designed for those who offer academic support in an independent school. Classroom teachers, learning specialists, and directors of academic support are all invited to learn together about the latest research, curriculum, instructional strategies, and best practices for supporting all learners in an independent school. Network with others in the field to discover practical solutions and strategies to foster student success.

Session Topics

• Practical Strategies to Reduce Anxiety & Challenging Behavior in the Classroom
• Increasing Student Engagement and Reducing Oppositional Behavior
• A Deeper Understanding of Psychoeducational Assessment Reports 
• Providing Parenting Education With a Partnership Perspective
• Empowering Students With Assistive Technology
• Uncovering Dyscalculia and Math Learning Disorders
• Strategies for Applying Executive Function Skills Across the Curriculum
• Authentic Assessment for the Learners We Have
• The Missing Link for Student Success: Executive Functions

Registration

	SAIS Member School Personnel	Non-Member School Personnel
Through November 19	$425 per person	$479 per person
November 20-January 11	$475 per person	$529 per person
After January 11	$575 per person	$629 per person

Recordings

While we are unable to offer a simultaneous virtual option, we will be recording select sessions that will be available for purchase for non-attendees after the conference. If you’re interested in receiving information about the recordings, please complete this form.

Hotel

NOTE: SAIS does not utilize the services of a housing vendor for any events. Neither SAIS nor the hotel will call you to make reservations over the phone. Please use the above hotel link to secure your reservation directly with the Sheraton Charlotte.

Sponsor

Exhibitors

• Executive Functioning Success
• ISM
• Revolution Prep
• The Social Institute

COVID Safety Guidelines

Providing a safe environment for learning is a top priority at SAIS, as it is in your schools. We need your help to achieve this goal. We want to help keep you safe and healthy as we deliver this stellar lineup of speakers and sessions.

All participants:

• Will be fully vaccinated according to CDC guidelines or will submit a negative PCR test administered within 72 hours of arrival at the event in the event that they need a vaccination accommodation.
• Will wear a mask throughout the conference except while actively eating/drinking.

A few other details to know about conference logistics and protocols:

• Seating will be spaced for social distancing.
• There will be a minimum of 6’ in front of the podiums so speakers can be unmasked if they choose. 
• To-go boxes will be available for all group meals.
• Hand sanitizer and masks will be available. 

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we continue to navigate returning to the in-person events that are so important to the fabric of the SAIS community. If you have any questions, please email learn@sais.org.

Acknowledgement of Risk and Safety Procedures

Participation in SAIS events signifies an attendee’s acknowledgement of infectious and other diseases and voluntary assumption of the risk of exposure or infection by attending the event. Attendees agree to comply with all guidelines and procedures, including distancing and/or masking, that may be implemented by SAIS, in accordance with recommendations from the CDC and other public health authorities.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received before January 12 via this form will be refunded less a 20% processing fee. After that date refunds are no longer available, but replacement registrants are welcomed. In the event that SAIS cancels the event, attendees will be notified and the cost of registration will be refunded via the original payment method. 

Consent to Use of Photographic and Video Images

Registration, attendance at, or participation in SAIS meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to SAIS’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

Questions

• For questions about event registration or special accommodations, contact abby@sais.org
• For questions about speakers and sessions, contact elizabeth@sais.org.
• For questions about exhibits and sponsorships, contact anna@sais.org.

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