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Expanded Learning 2.0: Building Excellence Through Workforce Transformation and Program Innovation

Expanded learning is a key opportunity to redesign systems of learning, healing, and growth, especially for students furthest from opportunity. Amid challenges like staffing and engaging diverse learners, this strand explores how expanded learning can drive curriculum, staff development, and program environments that help all students thrive before, during, and after school.

The Elevo Mini-Strand will take place in the Mesquite B room. 

Wednesday, April 29

10:30AM-12:15PM

Designing Multi-Dimensional Learning Experiences
Kristen Henry, Ed.D., Sr. VP, Curriculum & Training; Ryanna Navaroli, M.Ed., Manager of Curriculum: STEAM & Primary, Elevo, San Diego, CA; Kari Adams, MA, Inclusive Leadership Center Director, Thompson Policy Institute, Orange, CA

Learning is most powerful when it engages the whole child, mind, body, and sense of purpose. This session explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the Science of Learning and Development (SoLD) work together to create inclusive, flexible learning experiences that support physical, mental, social-emotional, and academic growth.
PK, E, M, ULA, MLA
Strand: Elevo Strand; Program Design, Development & Quality; Partnerships & Building Relationships

2:45PM-4:45PM

Evolving Models of Recruitment, Training, and Retention
Armany Mathias, Senior Director, Curriculum & Training, Teresa Rivas, Training Manager, Elevo, San Diego, CA

Programs succeed or fail through the staff working directly with students each day. This session will explore staffing and training strategies that lead to high-quality programs that provide consistency for staff and students year over year.
PK, E, M, ULA, MLA, CB, DS
Strand: Elevo Strand; Staff Leadership

Thursday, April 30

10:00AM-12:00PM

Reframing Behavior Through the Art of the Warm Demander
K'lon Benson, Training Manager; Manuel Avina, Curriculum & Training Manager; Julio Garcia, Training Manager, Elevo, San Diego, CA

Expanded learning programs offer powerful, often underutilized spaces to shape young people’s social, emotional, and academic development. This session explores how these environments can be intentionally leveraged to build strong developmental relationships that foster a deep sense of belonging, while also maintaining clear, high expectations for behavior and growth.
PK, E, M, MLA, DS
Strand: Elevo Strand; Program Design, Development & Quality; Staff Leadership

1:15PM-2:30PM

From Duplication to Innovation - Partnerships that Break the Mold
Manuel Avina, Curriculum & Training Manager; Kristen Henry, Ed.D., Sr VP, Curriculum & Training, Elevo, San Diego, CA; Esther Garcia, MA, Special Projects Coordinator, Rowland Unified School District, Rowland Heights, CA 

District, community, and thought leaders will discuss building programs and partnerships through a whole child lens. They will explore how districts and their expanded learning partners can integrate in-school and out-of-school time initiatives without duplicating efforts, to reach underserved students, and better serve all students.
PK, E, M, ULA, MLA, CB, DS
Strand: Elevo Strand; Program Design, Development & Quality; Staff Leadership; Partnerships & Building Relationships

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