CLEE Fall Meeting 2025
Participant Info
November 13-14, 2025
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport), 801 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, RI
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Fall Meeting Agenda
Day 1 – November 13
| Time | Agenda Item | Room |
| 8:30-9am | Registration | Plaza Foyer |
| 8:30-9am | Breakfast | Rotunda |
| 9-9:30am | Opening and Welcome | Rotunda |
| 9:30-10:45am | Keynote Address by Dr. Barbara Mullen | Rotunda |
| 11:15am-12pm | Small Group Learning | Room on Back of Your Nametag |
| 12-1pm | Lunch | Rotunda |
| 1:00-4:15pm | Small Group Learning | Room on Back of Your Nametag |
| 4:30-5pm | Closing | Rotunda |
| 5-7pm | Evening Reception | Rotunda |
Day 2 – November 14
| Time | Agenda item | Room |
| 8:30-9am | Breakfast | Rotunda |
| 9-10am | Welcome Back! Student Panel | Rotunda |
| 10:15-11:30 | Small Group Learning | Room on Back of Your Nametag |
| 11:30am-12:55pm | Lunch and Performances | Rotunda |
| 1-2pm | Workshops | Rooms in Program |
| 2:05-4:15pm | Small Group Learning | Room on Back of Your Nametag |
| 4:30-5pm | Fall Meeting Closing | Rotunda |
Small Groups – Check back of your name tag for assignment
Participants will spend a majority of their time giving and receiving feedback and sharing dilemmas and facilitating tools in small groups that model a Community of Practice (or you may know it as a Professional Learning Community or Or Reflective Learning Community, etc.).
Workshops
We will also spend time sharing our practices, tools, and learning in topic-based workshops presented by the CLEE Community.
Fall Meeting Keynote, Dr. Barbara Mullen
Keynote – Dr. Barbara Mullen
Dr. Barbara Mullen will join us as the keynote speaker for the 2025 CLEE Fall Meeting, bringing her bold vision and steadfast dedication to student-centered leadership. Known for her deliberate and confident advocacy for each and every student.
Dr. Barbara Mullen, our Fall Meeting keynote speaker, is a deliberate and confident advocate for each and every student. She is a student-centered leader who consistently seeks ways for her organizations to grow, always focused on creating meaningful opportunities and improving outcomes for each learner. She is the child of two educators and followed joyfully in their footsteps.
Evening Reception
Immediately after our closing on day 1 we will have a reception to network and share in a relaxed setting with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
Workshops
| Workshop title | Workshop presenter(s) | Workshop room (see hotel map) |
| Adult/Youth Partnership: The secret sauce of changemaking in schools | Dan Condon | |
| Coaching, Mentoring, and Training Oh My! | Kirk Koennecke | |
| College in High School Magnet Programs: Pathways to Academic Excellence | Ramin Taheri | |
| CLEE Protocol Remix – Same Beat, Multiple Arrangements | Joe Battaglia | |
| Leading Together: Early Lessons from PLANS in Building Widespread Educational Leadership | Kristen Ando, Karen Murdoch Lahey, Laurie Marchand | |
Workshop Descriptions
We will spend time sharing our practices, tools, and learning in topic-based workshops presented by the CLEE Community.
Adult/Youth Partnership: The secret sauce of changemaking in schools
Dan Condon, Eagle Rock
This dynamic, interactive workshop explores the transformative power of Adult/Student Partnership in schools and learning communities. Rooted in real-world examples from Eagle Rock’s Changemaker Cohort & Eagle Rock School itself, the session introduces participants to Hart’s Ladder of Youth Participation, a framework that challenges traditional school structures and invites shared decision-making between youth and adults. Rather than settling for consultation or symbolic involvement, this workshop invites participants to explore what it looks like to move toward full collaboration—and why it matters.
Coaching, Mentoring, and Training Oh My!
Kirk Koennecke, Indian Hill School District
Participants will learn the foundational language of leadership development and influence skills through reflection, communication, and action step activities in an interactive workshop that introduces the pedagogy behind the performance coaching, mentoring, and training modes of situational leadership.
College in High School Magnet Programs: Pathways to Academic Excellence
Ramin Taheri, Magnet Schools of America
Providing college coursework in high school has several positive effects on students, including improved high school graduation rates, a higher likelihood of enrolling in college after high school, and an increased college completion rate. Many magnet schools are geared toward providing college coursework, often through an “early college” theme or dual-enrollment agreements with higher education institutions. Magnet schools—themed, public schools of choice—have long been at the forefront of innovative educational approaches in the United States, dating back to their inception during the civil rights movement to combat school segregation. These schools, capitalizing on their unique theme-based curricula or pedagogical approaches, voluntarily “attracted” students and families like a magnet. Since then, magnet schools have grown in number and popularity and, today, there are over 4,300 magnet schools serving over 3.5 million students.
This workshop will examine early college and dual-enrollment magnet schools, their positive impacts on students, obstacles to creating these effective “college in high school” programs, and policy recommendations for implementing programs successfully. Session participants will gain valuable insights into how magnet schools are uniquely positioned to lead this work, along with actionable recommendations for expanding access and impact.
CLEE Protocol Remix – Same Beat, Multiple Arrangements
Joe Battaglia, The Met High School
Just like a song that can be reimagined in different styles, our refreshed protocol format carries the same steady rhythm while opening up new arrangements for different moments. In this session we will try out lean and rich versions that invite multiple entry points, uncover fresh tools while rediscovering old favorites, and make sense of the different “types” of protocols. Together we will consider when each arrangement is most useful, surface possible needs for new supporting documents, and imagine how you might bring this remix into your own practice.
Leading Together: Early Lessons from PLANS in Building Widespread Educational Leadership
Kristen Ando, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, North Andover Public Schools, MA
Karen Murdoch Lahey, Principal, Sargent Elementary School, North Andover Public Schools, MA
Laurie Marchand, Principal, Martin Middle School, East Providence, RI
Join dynamic educational leaders currently participating in CLEE’s PLANS (Plan, Lead, Act, Network, and Sustain) initiative as they share emerging insights from their work to build widespread leadership for boosting student outcomes through school improvement planning. This interactive session will highlight real examples from the leaders’ schools, showcasing how they are strengthening inclusive, team-driven improvement efforts. Participants will explore the conditions and practices that cultivate widespread leadership, increase adult collaboration, and lead to increased student learning.
Whether you’re a school leader, teacher, coach, or partner in education, this session will offer practical takeaways and inspiration to strengthen your own leadership practices and school community.
Venue/Hotel Info
Hotel Info
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport)
801 Greenwich Avenue
Warwick, Rhode Island 02886
Book Online or call 401.732.6000 and use code CLE to book your rooms
Transportation
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Fly into Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD)
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Free airport shuttle to the hotel
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Free Parking
Hotel Map
Check back of your name tag for small group and workshop room assignment.
Meal Menu
Day 1 Breakfast
- Fluffy scrambled eggs
- Bacon
- Oatmeal bar
- Make your own parfait
- Plus: Orange Juice, Starbucks Coffee, Teavana Teas, Fresh Fruit, Home Fried Potatoes, Bagels with Cream Cheese, Preserves, and Butter
Day 1 Lunch
- Baked New England Scrod with Lemon Herb Butter
- Chicken Francaise
- Cheese filled tortellini w. Pink Vodka Sauce
- Plus: Garden Greens, Caesar Salad, Mediterranean Bean Feta Salad, Minestrone Soup, Potato or Rice, Vegetable Medley, Rolls and Butter, Mini Desserts, Soft Drinks and Bottled Water, Starbucks Coffee, and Teavana Tea
Day 2 Breakfast
- Broccoli, tomato, and aged cheddar quiche
- turkey sausage
- Oatmeal bar
- Make your own parfait
- Plus: Orange Juice, Starbucks Coffee, Teavana Teas, Fresh Fruit, Home Fried Potatoes, Bagels with Cream Cheese, Preserves, and Butter
Day 2 Lunch
- Broiled Salmon Medallions w. Lemon Pepper
- Chicken Parmesan
- Wild Mushroom Ravioli in a Sage Butter in Madeira Sauce
- Plus: Garden Greens, Caesar Salad, Mediterranean Bean Feta Salad, Minestrone Soup, Potato or Rice, Vegetable Medley, Rolls and Butter, Mini Desserts, Soft Drinks and Bottled Water, Starbucks Coffee, and Teavana Tea
Afternoon Breaks
- Sweet and Salty Mix – Pretzels, M & M ‘ s, Peanuts, Rye Chips
- Original and Garlic Hummus with Crispy Pita Chips and Warm Pita Triangles
- Plus: Starbucks Coffee, Teavana Tea, Soft Drinks and Bottled Water
Reception
- Cash Bar
- Risotto Croquette ( V )
- Maryland Crab Cakes with Spicy Aioli
- Seafood Display – Jumbo Shrimp, Crab Claws, Oysters, and Clams
- Served with Condiments sand Cocktail Sauce
- Mediterranean Display
- Hummus, Vegetable Crudité, Bleu Cheese Dip, Cheeses, Olives, and Grape Leaves, Pita , Warm Pita, Crackers, and Tzatziki
- Charcuterie Spread
- Fresh and Dried Fruits, Spiced Olives, Nuts and Fruit Spreads, Selection of Meats and Cheeses, Crisps, Crackers, and Breads
- Mini Caprese Bites ( V ) ( G F )
Participant Messages
11/6/24 Participant Message
As we process the election results and prepare to gather tomorrow, we recognize that many of us may be carrying different emotions and reactions. Know that our space tomorrow will hold room for these feelings as we come together in community to focus on our shared commitment to educational equity. Doing this work in community has always been and continues to be essential in reaching our aim to create more equitable outcomes for each and every student. We need you in this work, and we’re here to support you as you lead in this moment in your own contexts.
Here are a few final reminders…
Essential Pre-work for Meaningful Engagement: For our intimate Homegroup work, please ensure you have:
- Read “Teaching at the Intersections” by Learning for Justice
- Completed the Collect step in “Fall Meeting 2024 Working from the inside out“
- Prepared your “artifact” representing an equity challenge in your practice
Remember, your artifact could be:
- A question about your practice
- Student work that puzzles you
- An equity dilemma you’re navigating
- An assessment needing refinement
- Any ongoing challenge you’re ready to explore
Important Schedule Reminder:
Day 1 (Tomorrow, Thursday, November 7):
- 8:30 AM: Breakfast and morning connections
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Our learning journey together
- 5:00-6:30 PM: Evening reception
Day 2 (Friday, November 8):
- 8:30 AM: Breakfast and conversation
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Continued learning
Location & Logistics:
- Crowne Plaza, Warwick, Rhode Island
- Breakfast and lunch provided both days
- Remember to dress in layers for comfort
We’re looking forward to creating a brave space together where we can explore equity leadership through the lens of our intersecting identities, supported by Lorén Spears’s powerful keynote on “An Indigenous Perspective on Leading for Equity in a Changing World.”
In times of change and uncertainty, coming together as a community becomes even more vital. Your voice and experience will enrich our collective learning.
See you tomorrow morning!
With warmth and anticipation,
Kayla and Chris
P.S. Don’t forget your laptop for digital access!
10/31/24 Participant Message
The excitement is building as we’re just days away from coming together for what promises to be an inspiring and transformative gathering! Before we meet, I wanted to share some important updates and reminders to help you prepare for our time together.
Time-Sensitive: Your Workshop Choice Awaits! We have an incredible lineup of workshops planned, and we want to make sure you get to participate in the session that speaks most to your interests and goals. Please select your workshop by Friday, November 1st:
- Spaces are filling quickly in many sessions
- Those who haven’t selected will be automatically placed in available workshops
- Don’t miss this chance to shape your learning experience!
Your Daily Journey With Us:
Day 1 (Thursday, November 7):
- 8:30 AM: Join us for breakfast and early connections
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Our learning journey together
- 5:00-6:30 PM: Evening reception – a wonderful chance to deepen connections!
Day 2 (Friday, November 8):
- 8:30 AM: Start your day with breakfast and conversation
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Continue our shared learning
Revisiting Our Powerful Theme and Purpose: We’ll be exploring “Leading for Equity in our Current World” through the lens of our intersecting identities as educators. We’re particularly thrilled to welcome Lorén Spears, who will share “An Indigenous Perspective on Leading for Equity in a Changing World” – a session that promises to expand our understanding and perspective.
What You’ll Take Away:
- Deep connections with fellow educators
- Powerful tools for self-reflection and action
- Enhanced skills in asking transformative questions
- Valuable experience in collaborative professional growth
Preparing for Our Time Together:
- Select your workshop (your immediate next step!)
- Bring your laptop for digital access
- For our intimate Homegroup work:
- Read “Teaching at the Intersections” by Learning for Justice
- Complete the Collect step in “Fall Meeting 2024 Working from the inside out “
- Bring your chosen “artifact” – remember, we learn most from the questions that challenge us
Examples may include:
- a question about your practice
- an assignment or assessment you created and want to refine to provide access for every student
- a piece of student-produced work that confuses you (or from a student that eludes you);
- a dilemma in your practice that centers on equity and you’re trying to manage it;
- an issue that’s not yet fully formed, but you have a hunch it’s going to be significant;
- student data that you don’t quite understand or you wonder what to do next;
- a letter to parents or colleagues you’d like others to see before sending;
- a strategic plan you’ve designed and you wonder how it supports all students;
- a section of curriculum or lesson plan that you’d like to revise to be relevant to your students’ experiences.
The Details:
- Location: Crowne Plaza, Warwick, Rhode Island
- Meals: We’ll share breakfast and lunch both days
- Comfort: Layer up to stay comfortable throughout our sessions
We’re truly excited about the community we’ll build and the learning we’ll share next week. In times of constant change, gathering together to support and learn from each other becomes even more meaningful. Your presence and participation will add so much to our collective experience.
Please reach out with any questions – we’re here to support you!
With excitement,
Kayla and Chris
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10/18/24 Participant Message
Dear Fall Meeting Participant,
We’re thrilled to welcome you to our upcoming Fall Meeting! We’ve got an engaging program planned to challenge, inspire, and equip us all as we explore what it means to be leaders for equity in these dynamic times.
Event Details:
- Date: November 7-8, 2023
- Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days
- Location: Crowne Plaza, Warwick, Rhode Island
Theme and Essential Questions: This year, we’re diving deep into the heart of educational leadership with our theme: “Leading for Equity in a Changing World.” We’ll explore how the intersectionality of our identities as educators impacts our leadership and, in turn, our students’ experiences. Together, we’ll address:
- What does it mean to be a leader for equity in current times, considering the intersectionality of our identities?
- How do we more effectively help students learn, recognizing the diverse intersecting identities they bring to the classroom?
- How can we better serve all of our students by understanding and leveraging our own intersectional experiences?
- How does the intersectionality of our identities as educators impact our approach to equity in education?
We’re excited to announce our keynote speaker, Loren Spears, who will be presenting on “An Indigenous Perspective on Leading for Equity in a Changing World.” Loren’s insights will offer a unique and valuable perspective on our shared mission of creating more equitable educational environments, emphasizing the importance of diverse cultural viewpoints.
Outcomes: By the end of our time together, you’ll leave with:
- Renewed and new connections with fellow educators
- Tools and processes for reflecting on your inner journey and how it impacts your leadership
- Practice in asking powerful questions to unlock fresh thinking
- Experience in sharing professional work and giving/receiving feedback
What to Prepare:
- Workshop Selection: Please fill out this form to select your top 3 choices for the 60-minute Learning Experience workshop on Day 2.
- For Homegroups (formerly Reflective Learning Groups):
- Bring a current dilemma or problem of practice to discuss.
- Reflect on your equity journey and how your intersecting identities impact it.
- Read “Teaching at the Intersections” by Learning for Justice.
Logistics:
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch will be provided both days.
- Dress: We recommend layers for your comfort, as room temperatures may vary.
Next Steps:
- Complete your workshop selection form.
- Review the full agenda here.
- Prepare your materials for the Homegroup discussions.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you!
We’re excited to dive into this transformative learning journey together. In a world of constant change, our commitment to educational equity and excellence remains steadfast. This Fall Meeting is our opportunity to refine our skills, challenge our assumptions, and reinvigorate our passion for creating positive change in education.
See you soon in Warwick for two days of inspiration, growth, and connection!
Warm regards,
CLEE
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