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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260922T080001Z
DTEND:20260922T080001Z
SUMMARY:Welcome Letter GAAE President Lamar Thomas
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center - 500 Powder Springs St Mariet
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T120000Z
DTEND:20260923T140000Z
SUMMARY:Vendor Set Up
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:REGISTRATION
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T140000Z
DTEND:20260923T160000Z
SUMMARY:Registration at the Hilton Desk
DESCRIPTION:Every Attendee will sign in and get information about the conference as well as Member only gifts!&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:REGISTRATION
LOCATION:Registration Desk\, 605 W Oglethorpe Ave\, Savannah\, GA 31401\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T160000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
SUMMARY:Networking\, Visiting Vendor\, Lunch on your own
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/5dbfae383266f9d630d510a2d196f0eb
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T180000Z
DTEND:20260923T191500Z
SUMMARY:Welcome & Keynote and Conference Overview- Lamar Thomas
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/d45e391898f4adb2e21ad5557045c4ff
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T203000Z
SUMMARY:Pre-conference Networking Sessions (Large Schools)
DESCRIPTION:Every Attendee will sign in and get information about the conference and Alternative practices in various areas.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T203000Z
SUMMARY:Pre-conference Networking Sessions (Programs)
DESCRIPTION:Every Attendee will sign in and get information about the conference and Alternative practices in various areas.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center - 500 Powder Springs St Mariet
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/5cc9e60bd9bc4f8c020b9a2da6d3954b
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T203000Z
SUMMARY:Pre-conference Networking Sessions (Small Schools)
DESCRIPTION:Every Attendee will sign in and get information about the conference and Alternative practices in various areas.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson lV\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T203000Z
DTEND:20260923T211500Z
SUMMARY:Visit the Vendors
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/afba2e252c633101b202b931958caa08
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260923T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T033000Z
SUMMARY:Dinner on your Own
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Atlanta / Marietta Area\, Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center - 500 Powder Springs St Mariet
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/5fa76b7e415eb47f5ac708146f2fdabb
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T103000Z
DTEND:20260924T114500Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- Dinning Area\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/45d96c3d34d469123a167854f5a375c2
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T110000Z
DTEND:20260924T114500Z
SUMMARY:Registration
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:LUNCH/DINNER
LOCATION:Registration Desk\, 605 W Oglethorpe Ave\, Savannah\, GA 31401\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/7155da9d7ec8f8566515f5f6bf159abb
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T120000Z
DTEND:20260924T130000Z
SUMMARY:Dr. Jamie Fost-Hill: Changing Alternative Mindsets
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson lV\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/8d237df6bd1427bf768bf65d39b840e5
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T120000Z
DTEND:20260924T130000Z
SUMMARY:Dr. Kianna Kennedy: Igniting Learning through Digital Content
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson Ill\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T120000Z
DTEND:20260924T130000Z
SUMMARY:Jose Ramirez: Tired of Traveling Alone-Lessons in Leadership
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/53dfbae7eebfc291a37dc2bff3f25289
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T130000Z
DTEND:20260924T131500Z
SUMMARY:Break
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LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/daea1ef28dfcb807dc78c1e4308de76b
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T131500Z
DTEND:20260924T141500Z
SUMMARY:Amy Hutchins: Changing Students Trajectories
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson lV\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
UID:eb9a03415f76219c0d601dfc2272fabb
URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/eb9a03415f76219c0d601dfc2272fabb
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T131500Z
DTEND:20260924T141500Z
SUMMARY:Anne Threadgill: Personalizing Digital Learning for All Students
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson Ill\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fec2739b4609ada9970f3a84c9a11ad7
URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/fec2739b4609ada9970f3a84c9a11ad7
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T131500Z
DTEND:20260924T141500Z
SUMMARY:Nicholas Griffin : The Data We Avoid
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/eb1a9019992d7a77097a609a00fdba4d
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T141500Z
DTEND:20260924T143000Z
SUMMARY:Break
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/548982cb7434d557ce5da7825662673f
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T141500Z
DTEND:20260924T143000Z
SUMMARY:Visit the Vendors
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center - 500 Powder Springs St Mariet
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/99babc0f21ad73e9e82c03bdcd71777e
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T143000Z
DTEND:20260924T153000Z
SUMMARY:"A Little TLC and an Addiction Counselor Goes a Long Way".
DESCRIPTION:Kristell Turner is a dedicated educator with over 25 years of experience including 15 years in alternative education. She serves as Lead Teacher at the Transitions Learning Center (TLC) in Bulloch County\, under the exceptional leadership of administrator and mentor\, Tim Rountree.&nbsp\;\n\nKristell began her educational career in her native Palm Beach County Florida in 2000 teaching high school sciences. She was selected as a Learning Team Facilitator to meet with administrators\, teachers\, and coaches\, to transform low performing schools to high functioning educational environments. After transforming her assigned school\, she was then promoted to Instructional Specialist tasked with writing teacher training curriculum\, presenting best practices throughout the school district\, and managing 15 team members placed at other high needs schools.\n\nAfter moving to Statesboro Georgia\, Kristell joined Bulloch County Schools as a Graduation Coach working with students that were at risk of dropping out. She enjoyed motivating students that seemed to struggle with other teachers. &nbsp\;She worked hard to ensure that each student grew academically\, behaviorally\, and socially. &nbsp\;At this point in her career\, she realized how passionate she was about assisting “at-promise” students graduate\, become more productive members of society\, and reach their full potential. Little did she know that this drive to help struggling students would lead to a long fulfilling career in alternative education.&nbsp\;\n\nCurrently\, Kristell instructs diverse learners in science from 6th through 12th grades at TLC\, additionally serving as TLC Lead Teacher. &nbsp\;She also assists her administrator with intake processes and day to day operations. She shares practical strategies and research-based approaches during TLC’s Professional Learning Community meetings that enhance both teaching and learning. Kristell believes in equipping her team members with tools and resources that foster meaningful success. She consistently supports her program by analyzing data and creating applications to ensure that informed decisions are made that are best for all TLC students.&nbsp\;\n\nWhen not working in education\, Kristell spends time with her family and enjoys teaching Bible Study\, Youth Sunday School\, and volunteering in her community. In addition to her busy personal life\, Kristell serves on the GAAE Conference Board to develop an engaging conference that benefits all forms of education. She is honored to present in this year’s conference sharing the exciting things being implemented at TLC\, and engaging with fellow educators.&nbsp\;\nu
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson lV\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T143000Z
DTEND:20260924T153000Z
SUMMARY:Adam Wiley: Turning Around and Growing Your School
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson Ill\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/aac84072c4d9d856dc7b52fdfb8596e6
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T143000Z
DTEND:20260924T153000Z
SUMMARY:Freund and Steele: Staffing Puzzle
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/ee536c7728ea0f818854ad7355b05d2d
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T154500Z
DTEND:20260924T163000Z
SUMMARY:Visit the Vendors
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T163000Z
DTEND:20260924T193000Z
SUMMARY:Dr. Sylvia Hooker : General Session- Awards luncheon & Vendor Recognition
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- Dinning Area\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T193000Z
DTEND:20260924T203000Z
SUMMARY:Legislative Updates- Dr. Rob Brown
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T203000Z
DTEND:20260924T210000Z
SUMMARY:Visit Vendor Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:This is another networking opportunity for GAAE attendees as well as an opportunity to see new and innovative products/ resources. You have the chance to speak directly with the representatives about their products.
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260924T220000Z
DTEND:20260925T010000Z
SUMMARY:GAAE President Reception for Members
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- LOBBY\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260925T103000Z
DTEND:20260925T120000Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast & Checkout
DESCRIPTION:Attendees could enjoy a wonderful breakfast\nBeat the line and Checkout your room
CATEGORIES:BREAKFAST
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- Dinning Area\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260925T121500Z
DTEND:20260925T124500Z
SUMMARY:Meeting with RESA Groups/ GAAE Contact for Next Steps
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:NETWORKING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/3c66694acc5ededdfe6b8b5d6aec2cf3
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260925T130000Z
DTEND:20260925T143000Z
SUMMARY:General Session - Panel Discussion- Making Collaborations Work
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:EDUCATION AND TRAINING
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://gaaeconference2026.sched.com/event/92c410893226bd453e586a6d0299382d
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DTSTAMP:20260820T023921Z
DTSTART:20260925T143000Z
DTEND:20260925T153000Z
SUMMARY:The Charge and Checkout
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center- JM Wilson I & ll\, 500 Powder Springs St Marietta\, Georgia 30064
SEQUENCE:0
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