The Summit on PLC at Work® Portable Event Package
- Participants have full access to sessions for 90 days after activation.
The Summit on PLC at Work® Portable Event Package
Build and sustain a strong, collaborative professional learning community. This unique Portable Event Package brings together some of the brightest, most respected minds in education. You'll hear dynamic keynotes and watch powerful breakouts designed to help infuse the PLC at Work® process into every aspect of your school or district.
Whether you are just beginning to build a PLC or need to regroup for your next steps, this self-paced event provides practical knowledge based on the three big ideas that drive a PLC, delivered by experts who know the process best. You will finish the virtual learning experience ready to work collaboratively to achieve outstanding results for the students you serve.
With this Portable Event Package, you’ll receive 90-day access to:
- Keynotes from leading PLC experts
- Expert-lead breakout sessions
You will also receive:
- A copy of our best-selling title, Professional Learning Communities at Work® and High Reliability Schools™: Cultures of Continuous Learning
- A copy of AllThingsPLC Magazine
- An event t-shirt and reusable tote bag
- Digital copies of all breakout session handouts
- A 30% off coupon code for select titles of five or more books
This is the one virtual event you won't want to miss!
Learn from leading experts
Keynote speakers
BLOCK 1
Mike Mattos (Keynote) — Preview
Revisiting Professional Learning Communities at Work: Proven Insights for Sustained, Substantive School Improvement
Tina H. Boogren & Timothy D. Kanold (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Professional Wellness Routines and Strategies to Enhance Student Learning and Live Your Best Life!
Katie White (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Making the Most of Assessment Evidence: Analysis that Supports Tier 1 and 2 Responses
Tim Brown (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Building a Commitment to Learning in Students
Julie A. Schmidt (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
From Urgency to Action
Dylan Wiliam (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Moving From “What Works” to “What Works Best”: How Leaders Can Use Research to Supercharge School Improvement
Mike Mattos (Breakout) — Preview
Culture Building in a Post-Pandemic School
Tina H. Boogren (Breakout) — Preview
The Science of Educator Wellness: Hacks for Busy Educators
Tim Brown (Breakout) — Preview
Developing Shared Leadership: Forming Your Guiding Coalition
Luis F. Cruz (Breakout) — Preview
Taping Before Painting: Blending the PLC and RTI Processes to Collectively Respond When Students Don’t Learn
Timothy D. Kanold (Breakout) — Preview
Your PreK–12 PLC Mathematics Focus: Great Instruction and Tasks!
Mike Mattos (Breakout) — Preview
Taking Action: How to Create a Highly Effective, Multitiered System of Supports
Anthony Muhammad (Breakout) — Preview
Beyond Test Scores! The PLC at Work Process and Serving the Whole Child
Hedreich Nichols (Breakout) — Preview
Bias and Belonging: Overcoming Interpersonal Differences to Build a Better School Culture
Dylan Wiliam (Breakout) — Preview
Classroom Formative Assessment: The Most Cost-Effective Way to Improve Student Learning
Marcia L. Tate (Keynote)
Healthy Teachers: Twelve Brain-Based Principles to Avoid Burnout, Increase Optimism, and Support Physical Well-Being
BLOCK 2
Anthony Muhammad (Keynote) — Preview
The Way Forward: PLC at Work and the Bright Future of Education
William M. Ferriter (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Helping Students Gain Reputations as Learners
Timothy D. Kanold (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Heart & Soul: Living a Fully Engaged, High-Energy, Well-Balanced Professional Life!
Tom Schimmer (Concurrent Keynote) — Preview
Assessment Is the Engine!
Tim Brown (Breakout) — Preview
Activating the Keys of Formative Assessment to Create a Culture of Learning
Luis F. Cruz (Breakout) — Preview
Embracing the Five Vessels: Learning the Non-Negotiables to Becoming a High-Functioning PLC
William M. Ferriter (Breakout) — Preview
Collaborative Tools for Learning Teams in a PLC at Work
Mike Mattos (Breakout) — Preview
Behavior Solutions: Leveraging the PLC at Work Process to Teach Essential Behaviors
Anthony Muhammad (Breakout) — Preview
Collaboration Is a Lifestyle, Not a Meeting!
Regina Stephens Owens (Breakout) — Preview
Coaching Competence, Not Compliance
Tom Schimmer (Breakout) — Preview
Redefining Student Accountability
Participation Information
Attendees will print their own certificates after each session they complete on the virtual platform.
Portable Event Package FAQ
How does a Portable Event Package work?
A Solution Tree Portable Event Package is an on-demand virtual event focused on a specific topic. These events feature leading experts delivering keynotes and breakout sessions designed for maximum impact and crafted for a virtual format. Once you register and access your Portable Event Package, you will have 90 days to view the content. Our video platform allows you to start, stop, pause, and then pick up where you left off. Session handouts and reproducibles will be provided digitally.
Where does the Portable Event Package content come from?
The content is either sourced from previous on-site or virtual events or created specifically for the Portable Event Package by experts.
How do you use the Portable Event Package?
The format varies based on the Portable Event Package purchased. PLC and RTI Portable Event Packages offer different viewing options based on your role and needs, and their expansive breakout options allow for a more self-guided experience. Other Portable Event Packages are designed for more structured viewing, with participants completing sessions based on an agenda.
How long do you have access to your Portable Event Package?
You have 90 days of unlimited viewing access, beginning when you view your first session. During those 90 days you will have access to all content.
How much time does each session take to complete?
The length of each session varies. Typically sessions take 75–90 minutes to complete, but some sessions are shorter by design.
How many educators can I register from my school or district?
You can register an unlimited number of educators. A Portable Event Package is an excellent tool for teams to work on together, and beginning dates are flexible, allowing participants to start and stop as they choose.
Can I register as an individual?
Yes. Portable Event Packages can be purchased and used by individuals.
Can course participants earn CEUs?
Yes. Depending on which Portable Event Package you purchase, you can earn varying CEUs. After completing sessions, attendees will find a certificate of participation in the digital platform under each session. Certificates are available a limited time, until event access has expired. Please check with your department of education for CEU availability.