Steal C-Suite Tools to Reset Schools, Like a Boss

Event ID: PP1161880

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Venue: Rio Grande Ballroom AB (Courtyard Marriott)

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Summary

This session challenges the school culture status quo by showing how educators can borrow the proven systems, tools, and communication practices that power high-performing workplaces. We’ll unpack how school teams can move from burnout and dysfunction to clarity and cohesion—using corporate strategies that work. It’s not about turning schools into businesses—it’s about building better environments for people who care.

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