Ready to let your students take the lead? Join us for a deep dive into the 'how-to' of student-driven leadership. We’ll share the journey of how Nuckols Farm, in partnership with the Henrico Education Foundation, empowered 5th graders to build and sustain their own leadership teams. This session scales these insights for everyone—offering practical pathways for implementation at the classroom, grade, or school-wide level. Discover how to ignite student agency and redefine leadership within your specific corner of the school community
What if fundraising felt less like a burden and more like a breakthrough? In this session, you’ll learn how a modern, tech-driven platform can eliminate the traditional headaches—no products, no selling, no delivery, and no collecting money. In just five minutes, families can fully participate, dramatically increasing engagement. When paired with high-energy launches and meaningful incentive experiences, this approach consistently delivers exceptional results for schools. Backed by 32 years of experience and over $35 million raised, this is fundraising reimagined for today’s schools.
This session will showcase how implementing weekly Friday morning Student Award Ceremonies can celebrate student success and build a positive school culture before the instructional day even begins. Participants will learn about the structure and purpose of awards such as Reading, Math, Character Trait, and Shine Your Light, and how these recognitions highlight both achievement and growth. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for creating meaningful and inclusive celebrations that motivate and affirm all students.
Learn how our school brings its House System to life through an engaging end-of-year Field Day and House Cup celebration. Explore how Houses compete in fun, team-based events, earn points throughout the year, and celebrate success with a culminating event featuring games, treats, and inflatables. Walk away with practical ideas to boost student engagement and build a strong, positive school culture.
