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Join us at the 2025 National Schools to Watch Conference, a one-of-a-kind event bringing together passionate middle-level educators from across the nation. This conference is rooted in the Schools to Watch® (STW) model, showcasing specific practices and programs that are enhancing student learning and development.
With inspiring keynote speakers, hands-on sessions, and peer-led learning opportunities, this event is designed to foster growth, connections, and inspiration. We invite you to be part of this unique journey of professional development and celebration!
Conference Schedule
Thursday, June 26
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Conference Registration / Coffee: 8:00 am
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Welcome / Parade of States: 9:00 am
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Keynote: 9:30 - 10:30 am
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State Meet-ups: 10:45 - 11:30 am
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Lunch on your own: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Session 1: 1:00 - 1:45 pm
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Session 2: 2:00 - 2:45 pm
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STW Awards - New Schools: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Friday, June 27
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Conference Registration / Coffee: 8:00 am
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Keynote: 9:00 - 10:30 am
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Session 3: 10:45 - 11:30 am
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Lunch on your own: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Session 4: 1:00 - 1:45 pm
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Session 5: 2:00 - 2:45 pm
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STW Awards: Redesignation: 3:30 - 5:15 pm
Saturday, June 22
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Continental Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:30 am
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Keynote: 9:30 - 11:00 am
Schedule is subject to change.
SCHOOLS TO WATCH
AWARD CELEBRATIONS
NEW AND REDESIGNATING
SCHOOLS TO WATCH
WILL BE HONORED!
Bring your team, dress to the nines, and celebrate your success!
Early Bird
Register before February 19, 2025
Schools to Watch: $449 per person
Non-STW: $469
Standard Rate
Register between
February 20, 2025 and April 19, 2025
Schools to Watch: $499 per person
Non-STW: $519 per person
Don't Be Late!
Register between
April 20, 2025 and the day of the event
Schools to Watch: $549 per person
Non-STW: $569 per person
ALL ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE AT:
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Crystal Gateway Marriott
(not Crystal City)
1700 Richmond Hwy.
Arlington, VA 22202
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Special Room Rate: $269 plus taxes & fees
Make your hotel reservations online
CALL FOR PRESENTERS
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For many teams, one of the best parts of the Schools to Watch recognition is sharing something that YOUR school does exceptionally well. What program or initiative stands out? What are you most proud of? What can you teach other schools from across the country to replicate at their sites?
Please submit a presentation idea that is interactive, useful, and fun! Resource sharing (of templates, example schedules, etc.) is encouraged. Sessions are 45 minutes in length.
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Main Presenters Save $100
Once the presentation is accepted, a discount code will be sent to the main presenter. If you've already registered, we will refund you.