About The Program
Join us for the Summer K-12 Leadership Symposium, where K12 district leaders from both general academic and technology departments come together to delve into the dynamic realm of K12 edtech. Guided by the theme, “Reigniting the Flame: Overcoming Public Apathy in Education for a Collective Commitment to Learning Success,” this program is designed to tackle the hottest topics and significant challenges in K12 edtech. From addressing staff shortages and chronic absenteeism to ensuring the online safety of our students, this forum aims to provide insights and solutions. The sessions will be interactive and engaging, fostering an environment where you are encouraged to share your knowledge and challenges, creating a space for collaborative problem-solving and knowledge exchange.
Topics of Discussion
Pace of Change & Operational Pressures
Schools face constant change, time constraints, and the need for organizational adaptability. Increasing expectations from consumer technology add additional pressure on staff and systems.
Strategic Leadership, Crisis Readiness & Long-Range Planning
Effective leadership is essential to guide schools through complex challenges and unexpected crises. Long-range planning ensures schools can adapt to evolving educational, financial, and operational demands.
Funding & Budget Pressures
Schools face budget constraints, declining enrollment, rising costs, and challenges with special education funding. Legislative mandates, vouchers, and political pressures also impact financial planning.
Staffing & Talent Challenges
Teacher and staff shortages, retention issues, and recruitment difficulties are pressing concerns. Supporting educators with professional development and ongoing teacher support is essential.
AI & Technology Transformation
The adoption and implementation of AI is reshaping curriculum and instructional practices. Schools must navigate tech policies, data privacy, digital equity, and balance innovation with screen-time considerations.
Teaching & Learning Evolution
Instruction is evolving to emphasize future-ready skills, curriculum modernization, and instructional redesign. Differentiation, equity, and closing achievement gaps remain priorities.
Student Well-Being & Engagement
Mental health, social-emotional learning, behavior challenges, and whole-child supports are critical to student success. Engaging students effectively is a key focus.
Community, Communication & Partnerships
Parent involvement, storytelling, and career/industry partnerships strengthen the connection between schools and their communities. Aligning education with workforce needs supports long-term student outcomes.
Postsecondary Readiness: Career Pathways, Skills & Student Agency
Preparing students for life after high school involves creating career pathways, developing essential skills, and fostering student agency. Supporting exploration and real-world experiences helps students transition successfully to postsecondary education or the workforce.
Scaling Innovation District-Wide & Continuous Improvement
Expanding successful initiatives across an entire district requires a focus on continuous improvement. Schools must create systems to sustain innovation, measure outcomes, and adapt practices to meet evolving needs.
80% of delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year
Past Keynote Speakers
A dynamic roster of keynote speakers drives innovation at our congress events. Discover thought leaders and game-changers whose invaluable insights foster growth and excellence in each of our delegates.
Putnam County School District
Consultant
Past Speakers
Anderson 05, South Carolina
Michigan Virtual Academy, Northville Public Schools, Michigan
St. Vrain Valley School District, Colorado
Jefferson County School District, Alabama
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Louisiana
Consultant
Judson Independent School District, Texas
Eastern Carver County Public School, Minnesota
Poudre School District, Colorado
The Schedule
Event Registration
Opening Keynote
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Afternoon Refreshments and Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Roundtables Discussions/Workshops
Free Time
Welcome Drinks and Dinner
Networking Breakfast
Morning Keynote/Panel Session
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Morning Refreshments and Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Workshops/Roundtable Discussions
Networking Luncheon
Roundtables/Business Meetings/Workshops
Afternoon Refreshments and Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Leadership Talk
Free Time
Networking Drinks and Dinner
Morning Refreshments and Networking
Workshops/Roundtable Discussions
Brunch
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Closing Session
Our Commitments to You
Maximized Networking Opportunities
A personal, customized itinerary
Exclusive qualified attendance
return on time and objective
Delegate Testimonials
"I have never attended an event that organically allowed for collaboration and networking like RTM. The conversations and learning opportunities are invaluable. I have new perspectives and ideas to take back to my district. I have felt valued and supported- thank you!"
It has been a great experience & opportunity to have time set aside, specific to my district’s needs, to visit one-on-one with solution providers. RTM does a fantastic job in matching districts with those relevant solution providers to make my time spent here valuable and worthwhile. Thank you for providing me with this networking opportunity!
At this year's RTM meeting in San Diego, I appreciated the connections and inspiration that happens when leaders come together to learn and problem solved around some of the challenges that we are trying to address in public education.
The combination of informative sessions, networking activities, and personalized meetings with vendors make RTM conferences so very beneficial to educational leaders.
