Date: January 7, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm (Morning and Afternoon Session)
Type: In-Person
Location: WRESA
200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206
Asheville, NC 28806
Fee: $45 WRESA Members
$70 Non-members
**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you
are welcome to send a colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder at
lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102) if you need to change the
name of the person attending.
CEUs: 5 Contact Hours
Audience: K-12 School Leaders and anyone aspiring to be a school leader
Description:
Morning Session: “All Things HR”
Join us for “All Things HR”; a dynamic 2.5-hour workshop designed for educational
leaders at WRESA. This session kicks off with an engaging ice breaker, setting the stage
for an in-depth exploration of HR’s critical role in education. Delve into Todd Whitaker
and John Maxwell’s philosophy on school improvement and effective leadership,
examine the four pillars of effective leadership, and discover how to cultivate a vibrant
school culture through the 5 C’s. Plus, master effective hiring practices that align with
your school’s values. Leave equipped with actionable strategies to enhance your
leadership and foster an environment where students and staff thrive.
Afternoon Session: “Unleashing the Power of AI to Improve Educational Outcomes”
Join us for an engaging professional development session designed for teachers and
school leaders. Discover how AI can transform teaching practices and enhance student
outcomes. In “Unleashing the Power of AI to Improve Educational Outcomes”, you will
explore innovative AI tools and strategies that can streamline lesson planning,
personalize learning, and provide timely feedback to students. Learn how AI can help
you reclaim valuable time, allowing you to focus on what truly matters – fostering
student growth and success. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your educational
impact with AI!
Presenter: Scott Rhodes
Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Henderson County Public Schools
Mr. Rhodes is finishing his 32nd year in public education. He has served in Henderson
County as a teacher, coach, assistant principal, middle and high school principal, and
now serves as assistant superintendent for Human Resources. He received
his undergraduate degree in Health and Physical Education from Western Caroline
and his Masters degree in School Administration from Gardner Webb University.
Mr. Rhodes was selected as the 2015 NASSP, North Carolina High School Principal of
the Year.
If you have additional questions, contact Candie Sellers at csellers@wresa.org