2024 CEA Convention: Full Schedule

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9:00am EDT

So Parents... Navigating Challenging Conversations with Parents and Families

Friday October 25, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Have you ever received those emails? The ones you shouldn't read at night, but when you do, you can't sleep? Schools often talk about partnering with parents, but sometimes partnerships are challenging and cause conflict. Join us as we talk through practical strategies to navigate challenging conversations. We'll share lessons we've learned and invite you into a process to practice crafting a response you can use in your own work. Just hopefully not too soon.

Chairperson

Rachel Mefor

South Christian High School

Speakers

Andrew Kleyn

Director of Learning, Holland Christian Schools

Aaron and Andrew have had their share of challenging interactions with families. Aaron is the Head of School at South Christian, and Andrew is the Director of Learning at Holland Christian Schools. They are also both parents of children in Christian education and believe in the home... Read More →

Aaron Meckes

Head of School, South Christian High School

Friday October 25, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Auditorium 1st floor

Session

Audience General
Subject Counseling
Area Administration

11:20am EDT

Capstone Address "Thoughtful Communicators and the Lead of Love"

Friday October 25, 2024 11:20am - 12:30pm EDT

Auditorium

Brad Brewer will present our Capstone Address "Thoughtful Communicators and the Lead of Love" during the Closing Worship.

Speakers

Brad Brewer

President, LegacyKept

Brad Brewer helps educators and students overcome communication challenges that ruin relationships. He is a speaker, author, and trainer with 20 years of leadership experience in higher education and foundations. Brad holds a BA in Communication Studies and Leadership from Christopher... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2024 11:20am - 12:30pm EDT
Auditorium 1st floor

Capstone Address