FREE!
February 20, 2024   |   Crowne Plaza, Springfield   |   8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Breakfast & Lunch Provided   |   Funded by ISBE SEL Hubs   |   Limit 300 people
MICHAEL BONNER
Michael is a renowned leader, innovator, and performance booster, who is a trailblazer in leadership development and organizational culture. He is a dynamic keynote speaker as seen on The Ellen Show, NBC Nightly News, and Time for Kids. He is the CEO of Bonnerville, a business that promotes the value of self-care and a highly respected team member at the famed Ron Clark Academy.
CARLA TANTILLO PHILIBERT
​Founder and CEO of Mindful Practices, based in Chicago. Carla is considered a thought-leader in the SEL community and has worked with leaders in the field such as CASEL, The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Kripalu and the United Nations.  She is the author of the 'Everyday SEL' Series, and has contributed to numerous other publications.  Mindful Practices and its sister company, Class Catalyst, have reached thousands of students across the country.
GERRY BROOKS
Gerry Brooks is principal at an elementary school in Lexington, Kentucky. His educational experience includes six years in the classroom, two years as an intervention specialist, and 12 years as an administrator.  An encouraging speaker, he has spoken to educational groups all around the nation. His focus is on encouraging teachers to improve their instruction through personal climate and culture strategies. He desires to help administrators focus on how to lead all staff in a positive and constructive manner.
His following on social media has developed through humorous videos that focus on real-world educational experiences. 
NEED A PLACE TO STAY?  
SEL Conference hotel block at The Crowne Plaza 
3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL  62703