JBHM Education Group readies for bigger conference
Anticipating continued attendance growth for its annual conference on educational best practices, JBHM Education Group has announced that the July 2012 event will be held at The Peabody Memphis, one of the south's most historic hotels. The gathering of district and school administrators, teachers, and JBHM staff and specialists will once again focus on Common Core State Standards.
"We continue to hear from administrators and teachers that transition to the Common Core presents challenges and that they need assistance in developing and executing a plan," said Dr. Evelyn Webb, Vice President for Strategic Programs and Special Projects.
The 2012 Best Practices Conference, slated for July 10 & 11, will include keynote speakers plus presentations by practitioners from both JBHM partner schools and the company's specialists.
Dr. Mike Walters, founder and CEO, notes that this format has been well received. "Combining insight from industry leaders with real examples of best practice implementation is what separates our conference from the rest," said Dr. Walters. "Educators want to be able to connect theory and research with everyday practice."
Increased attendance—last year's event drew some 600 educators from eight states—prompted the company to seek a facility that could accommodate the conference's growing needs. Dr. Webb believes The Peabody is the ideal choice. "The meeting space is perfect and Memphis is easily accessible and offers food and entertainment options for our guests when the conference is not in session," she said.
Dr. Webb also announced that registration will open in January, with keynote speakers and session details to be released as they are finalized.
For more information contact, Dr. Evelyn Webb, 601-987-9187