June 29, 10:45am – noon, Room: Fairfield This session will focus on the importance of leading Teacher-Based Teams (TBTs). Presenters will discuss new 2012 research on the critical roles and responsibilities that everyone (teachers, principals, coaches, central office and superintendents) must engage in if TBTs are to be successful, including the need for “learning leaders” and the necessary changes in the way that central offices supports this kind of learning leadership. Main Presenter: Brian McNulty, The Leadership and Learning Center

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