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Creating Harmony and Belonging as a Solution to Chronic Absenteeism

Mon., October 28, 2024, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET
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We invite school and district leaders to hear strategies from leading researchers and practitioners on increasing a sense of belonging and supporting thriving, healthy classrooms as a solution to address chronic absenteeism.

Join us in celebrating the success of Clark County School District, where they have helped reduce chronic absenteeism in their district by focusing on building connections with families, students, and educators. School and district leaders will leave this webinar with practical strategies they can immediately implement.

During this webinar, our viewers will:

  • Explore the research around the key factors that increase student sense of belonging in schools and help reduce chronic absenteeism.
  • Discover key strategies that have supported Clark County School District that build engagement and connection.
  • Get a sneak peek of Harmony Plus where these new resources are supporting teachers as they develop the skillset needed to continue to build healthy relationships, while inspiring the joy of learning in classrooms.
Speakers
Dr. Douglas Fisher
Education Researcher & Award-winning Author
Denise Diaz
Executive Director, Engagement Unit, Clark County School District
With a remarkable 26-year tenure serving CCSD families, Ms. Diaz has a rich background in education, dedicating 16 years to the classroom. Over the course of her career, her deep-seated passion for engaging families became increasingly apparent. Ms. Diaz is committed to equipping schools with research-based practices and programs aimed at engaging families and making a positive impact on student achievement.
Dr. Mark D. Milliron,
President & CEO, National University
Dr. Milliron, an award-winning leader, author, speaker, and consultant, serves as the President & CEO of National University, one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in the United States. Dr. Milliron helps catalyze positive change in education through his service on the boards and advisory councils of leading-edge education organizations.
Moderators
Dr. Nick Yoder
Associate Vice President, Center for Whole Human Education & Research, Harmony Academy 
Dr. Yoder leads and manages the team that supports four core areas: research, policy, content, and professional learning—each with an equity lens. With a career in education spanning two decades, Dr. Yoder’s expertise in integrating social, emotional, and academic development into educational policy and practice has been pivotal. Prior to Harmony, Dr. Yoder was the Director of Policy and Practice at the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).
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