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  
        
**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.

Mr. Rhodes received his undergraduate degree in Health and Physical Education from Western Carolina University 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

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:      $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.

Mr. Rhodes received his undergraduate degree in Health and Physical Education from Western Carolina University 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