A long-standing annual training opportunity and showcase for Highly Effective Teaching Model Schools across the country is our Schools Exceeding Expectations (SEE) Conference. This essential training provides an opportunity for educators to observe the model in action at a national site selected for its dedication to providing an exceptional brain-compatible education for students.
The HET Model & Richland School District Two
Implementing the HET Model since 2001 Richland School District TWO
(our host for 2011 SEE Conference) Several High-Achieving / Schools of Character ~ click to learn more ~
Excerpt of Lake Carolina Elementary in the NSOC book (pdf)
The 2011 Schools Exceeding Expectations (SEE) Conference is hosted at an exceptional K-8 school district in Columbia, South Carolina (Richland School District Two). Conference participants receive the most current and updated information on brain-compatible teaching and learning, along with dynamic presentations by our Master Educators, as well as author, and creator of the Highly Effective Teaching Model, Susan Kovalik, professor and keynoter, Linda Jordan, and special guest speaker Horacio Sanchez of Resiliency, Inc. During this professional development training event, teachers, administrators, and support staff members will participate in:
classroom visitations demonstrating Highly Effective Teaching (HET) in action
breakout sessions and focus strands with HET master associates
interactive presentations on instructional practices and leadership approaches
networking opportunities with other schools and districts
developing Effective First Teaching curriculum and instruction
This year's Theme: "From Ordinary to Extraordinary!" Excellence in Education.
Come join us for this essential professional development event, April 27-30, 2011.
Visit the Richland Two video website and select "SCHOOL CHOICE" from the Video Categories.
The video tour below is from Bookman Road Elementary School, Columbia, SC
Please check back for updated 2011 conference agenda, schedule, and handouts in the table below. NOTE: Printed materials may NOT be provided. You MUST download and PRINT ahead of time.
2002 – Tulsa Public and Parochial District, K-12, Tulsa, Oklahoma
2001 – Edith Garhime Elementary, Las Vegas, Nevada
College Credit: Earn college credit through one of our HET trainings.
Priced affordably at $100 per credit hour through Lewis & Clark College, Portland, OR