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JCPS Leadership 2026
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Tuesday, July 14
 

3:00pm EDT

Balancing Screen Time: A Leader’s Guide to What Matters
LIMITED
Tuesday July 14, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
School leaders must navigate increasing questions and scrutiny around technology use in classrooms. In this interactive session, participants will apply current research and analyze classroom examples to distinguish between passive screen use and active, high-impact learning. Leaders will develop clear messaging, instructional look-fors, and practical guidance to support balanced, purposeful technology use aligned with district priorities.
Speakers
avatar for Michell McNeill

Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Tuesday July 14, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Room 226
 
Wednesday, July 15
 

1:00pm EDT

Seeing the Math: Recognizing Powerful Math Instruction in High School
LIMITED
Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
Observing math instruction can be challenging without clear indicators of what strong teaching and learning look like. In this session, school leaders will explore key look-fors grounded in NC2ML guidance and the Standards for Mathematical Practice, focusing on student thinking, productive struggle, mathematical discourse, and effective teacher questioning. Participants will leave with concrete strategies to support meaningful math walkthroughs and feedback.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Barone

Christina Barone

9-12 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist

Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 226

3:00pm EDT

Unlocking Title 1: Key Strategies for Veteran Administrators (Title I administrators with 5 or more years of experience)
LIMITED
Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
Designed for Title 1 administrators with 5 years or >  expereince as a JCPS  Title 1 administrator.  This session provides concise updates on Title I requirements, highlights common pitfalls, and shares proven strategies for using funds, leading schoolwide programs, and strengthening instructional outcomes. Participants will gain practical tools, efficient systems, and key insights to confidently lead a successful, compliant, and results-driven Title I program in 2026-27.
Speakers
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Faitha Batten

Executive Director of Federal Progrms
Faitha Batten serves as the Executive Director of Federal Programs for JCPS, where she leads efforts to support student success across Title I, ESL, Migratory Education, and American Indian Education. With nearly 30 years of experience in education, she brings expertise in aligning... Read More →
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Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Room 226
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Thursday, July 16
 

9:00am EDT

From Compliance to Coherence: Leading Effective Teaching Practices in Math & Science (K-8)
LIMITED
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
To continue forward, we must move beyond surface-level implementation of the Standards for Mathematical Practices and the Science and Engineering Practices and into purposeful, coherent instruction. This session supports leaders in identifying high-quality math & science instruction, facilitating teacher growth, and aligning effective teaching practices across classrooms to build strong mathematical and scientific thinkers.
Speakers
avatar for Paige Barnes

Paige Barnes

Executive Director of Elementary Education
Executive Director of Elementary Education with experience as a teacher and school administrator, leading data-driven instructional coaching and professional learning to strengthen teaching practices, support school leaders, and improve student outcomes across schools.
avatar for Leanne Daughtry

Leanne Daughtry

Director, K-12 Math & Science, Johnston County Public Schools
Leanne Daughtry is the Director of K-12 Math and Science Curriculum in Johnston County Public Schools.  Over the course of her 27 years in education, she has been a second and fourth grade teacher, worked with the district’s AIG program, was an elementary math consultant at NCDPI... Read More →
avatar for Christie Harding

Christie Harding

K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist, Johnston County Public Schools
Christie is a K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist with Johnston County Public Schools where she supports school leaders and  teachers with math professional development and curriculum implementation.   She has been in public education for 26 years as a classroom teacher, an... Read More →
avatar for Robin Hiatt

Robin Hiatt

K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist

Robin is a K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist with Johnston County Public Schools, where she supports teachers with math professional development and curriculum implementation.  She received her B.S. degree in elementary education from East Carolina University and M.Ed. fro... Read More →
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:45am EDT
Room 226

12:00pm EDT

Your Digital Toolbox Is Deeper Than You Think: Tools to Support All Learners
LIMITED
Thursday July 16, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
School leaders are often asked to support innovation while managing resources, yet many are unaware of the full range of digital tools already available in their district. This interactive session focuses on exploring existing district resources through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to better support all learners and reduce unnecessary duplication of tools. Participants will interact directly with district platforms, discover their capabilities, and consider how to better leverage existing resources to strengthen instruction.
Speakers
avatar for Michell McNeill

Michell McNeill

Executive Director of Instructional Technology

Thursday July 16, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Room 226

1:00pm EDT

Purpose-Built AI for Teaching and Learning
LIMITED
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available
Using DPI’s custom GPTs as examples, this session explores what happens when AI tools are designed for real instructional needs instead of generic use. Participants will see how tools such as Science Coach and ELA Coach can support planning and reflection, then consider what makes a custom AI tool truly helpful in schools.
Speakers
avatar for David Hinrichs

David Hinrichs

Director Digital Platforms & Pedagogy
Dave Hinrichs is the Director of Digital Platforms & Pedagogy for Johnston County Public Schools. A former elementary and middle school math and science teacher, Dave supports district work around digital learning, instructional technology, AI, and the design of meaningful learning... Read More →
Thursday July 16, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Room 226

2:00pm EDT

Math 1 Success in HS
LIMITED
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Room 226
Limited Capacity seats available

Calculated Commitments: this session will focus on Math 1 student success. In this 45 minute session you will learn how CVHS Math 1 teachers piece together collective commitments, PLC norms, student accountability, and early wins to help students grow and achieve success.
Speakers
avatar for Jenna Sauls

Jenna Sauls

Principal, Cleveland High
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avatar for Jenny Irvine
Thursday July 16, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Room 226
 

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