Tapping into Resiliency supports leaders in strengthening their ability to recover, adapt, and grow through challenges by focusing on what they can control and how they respond. Participants will engage in guided reflection, use a Circle of Control framework, and learn practical strategies—such as stress management, perspective-taking, and intentional connection—to build resilience in their daily leadership practice.
The Office of Security is implementing an updated mandatory district wide Emergency Standard Response Protocol. This change in procedure will be initiated at the over the summer.
Teaching at a high needs school can often feel like rowing against a heavy current. To reach our destination without burnout, Neuse River leadership works to ensure every member of the "crew" is synchronized, supported, and physically capable of the journey. This session will share how we created a comprehensive wellness initiative to keep our staff afloat and moving forward with purpose.
Get ready for a fun, fast-paced, and thought-provoking professional development experience! Through the interactive StarPower® simulation, participants will navigate changing roles, make critical decisions, and explore how power and privilege shape systems and relationships. This engaging session encourages collaboration, reflection, and meaningful discussion while providing valuable insights into leadership, power dynamics, and organizational systems. - Max 36 participants Devices are not needed for this session.
Mary Bohr is the Senior Director of Professional Learning for Wake County Public School System. With a background in regular and special education, high-impact reading strategies, curriculum leadership, and school administration, she successfully led four elementary schools to high... Read More →
Director of Student Agency, Office of Professional Learning
Dr. Janeen Perry-Campbell is the Director of Student Agency in the Office of Professional Learning, where she champions student voice, ownership, and engagement. A lifelong educator with more than 20 years of experience, Janeen has served as a high school science teacher, Master STEM... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EDT Fireside
What becomes possible when leaders truly understand one another’s daily realities? In this session, central services and school leaders will engage in an authentic listening experience that builds empathy, trust, and stronger cross-system relationships. A small volunteer circle (10 ppl max) will model guided dialogue while others observe and reflect. Participants will leave with renewed energy, a deeper perspective, and practical inspiration to strengthen collaboration, community, and collective impact in support of student achievement, well-being, and operational excellence.
Senior Administrator of Community Partnerships, WCPSS
Dr. Sturdivant serves as the Senior Administrator of Community Partnerships in Strategic Operations for Wake County Public School System. Having served in public schools for 26 years as a teacher, literacy coach, curriculum facilitator, and equity and intervention specialist, Dr... Read More →
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:10am - 11:40am EDT Fireside
This session will equip educational leaders with a framework to combat chronic workplace stress, protect their health, and model sustainable wellness for their staff.
In the Wake County Public School System, nearly all data has a location component, but traditional spreadsheets often obscure the relationships between things like student outcomes or the ongoing operations of the District and their environments. The Office of Geospatial Analytics (OOGA) unlocks these insights by applying a geographic lens to support decision-making and improve educational outcomes.This session highlights OOGA’s impact across the district, from public tools like attendance area maps and assignment lookups to internal dashboards monitoring school crowding and facility utilization. Attendees will see how geospatial workflows are transforming operations, including AIG Local Norming and the Indoors Mapping initiative, which supports real-time management across 211+ sites. We will also introduce a centralized System of Record for school and facility data, ensuring trusted, shared information is consistently maintained and accessible. Participants will learn how to leverage this data to move from simply understanding what is happening to where it is happening, enabling better planning, equity, and resource allocation. Finally, we challenge leaders to adopt a geospatial mindset, viewing data as layered, interconnected, and location-driven to uncover patterns, anticipate growth, and create safer, more equitable learning environments.
The Office of Geospatial Analytics, part of the Facilities division, collects, maintains and provides geographic data for the district's administrators, educators, and families. Our mission is to enhance the educational experience and support decision-making processes by leveraging... Read More →
In this interactive session, participants will discover how small ergonomic changes can make a big impact on their daily comfort, energy, and overall well‑being. Attendees will explore eye‑opening statistics that show how poor ergonomics affects health and productivity, along with easy, practical tips for setting up a workstation that truly fits you. We’ll highlight the power of quick stand‑and‑stretch breaks each hour, share simple ways to reduce computer eye strain, and demonstrate safe material‑handling techniques to help prevent injuries. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies they can use immediately to feel better at work and protect their body long‑term.
As a Safety Administrator, my focus is on keeping employees and students safe and strengthening a proactive, risk-aware culture. I partner with schools and central service departments to ensure fire and safety compliance and support a safe working environment.
Senior Administrator Risk Management & Safety, Wake County Public School System
With over 12 years of experience in WCPSS, I have developed a comprehensive perspective across both school-based and central services environments. I leverage this background to foster a strong, district-wide culture of safety. My work focuses on cross-departmental collaboration... Read More →
