K-12 Leadership Workshops for Teachers & Students

There are 20 upcoming workshops from 5 organizers in leadership. The next is High Reliability Schools Summit on Jan 11 in San Antonio, TX. 1 is free, and the most common topic is leadership.

Updated November 2, 2026

Find in-person leadership workshops for K-12 educators and students. There are 20 upcoming workshops from 5 organizers, running in Connecticut, Illinois, Texas and Florida. Each listing shows the date, venue, grade band and price, and registration goes straight to the organizer.

Upcoming leadership workshops

School leadership teams at a High Reliability Schools summitLeadershipFor teachers
Mon · Jan 11, 20278:00 AM CT· San Antonio, TX

High Reliability Schools Summit

A three-day summit where school and district teams learn how to reach the highest levels of effectiveness using the High Reliability Schools framework. Keynotes and breakout sessions from Marzano associates cover safe and collaborative culture, effective instruction, a guaranteed and viable curriculum, and standards-based reporting.

MR
$819–$849
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School improvement team planning at an instituteLeadershipFor teachers
Mon · Jun 28, 20278:00 AM ET· Orlando, FL

High Reliability Schools Institute

A three-day institute giving school and district teams the knowledge and tools to build data-driven plans for systemic school improvement. Whether teams are just starting out or already building momentum, the institute meets them where they are and helps them leave with a coordinated plan forward.

MR
$829
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School improvement team planning at an instituteLeadershipFor teachers
Wed · Aug 4, 20278:00 AM CT· Fargo, ND

High Reliability Schools Institute

A two-day institute giving school and district teams the knowledge and tools to build data-driven plans for systemic school improvement. Sessions meet teams where they are and help them leave with a well-organised, collective plan for lasting change.

MR
$729
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Nov 3Time TBC· Northampton, MA

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — Northampton, MA

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in Northampton, MA. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
Price: see organizer
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Thu · Nov 129:00 AM–12:00 PM MT· Colorado Springs, CO

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — Colorado Springs, CO

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in Colorado Springs, held at Colorado College. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Nov 179:00 AM–12:00 PM ET· Middletown, CT

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — Middletown, CT

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in Middletown, held at Wesleyan University. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
Price: see organizer
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Thu · Jan 149:00 AM–12:00 PM ET· Orlando, FL

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — Orlando, FL

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in Orlando, held at UCF Fairwinds Alumni Center. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Jan 269:00 AM–12:00 PM CT· San Antonio, TX

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — San Antonio, TX

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in San Antonio, held at Education Service Center. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
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Teachers collaborating at a classroom management workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Wed · Mar 249:00 AM–1:00 PM ET· New York, NY

Responsive Classroom Leadership Symposium — New York, NY

A half-day, in-person leadership symposium for school and district leaders in New York, held at Bank Street College of Education. Sessions: Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities; Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans. Presented by Responsive Classroom, an evidence-based approach to elementary and middle school teaching. Register directly with Responsive Classroom.

RC
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Educators collaborating at a professional learning workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Wed · Dec 28:45 AM–3:15 PM ET· Hartford, CT

Data Literacy with Datawise and Change Management – 3 Session Series

Data is everywhere, but numbers only tell a story if we know how to read them, and culture only shifts if we know how to manage the human side of change. This collaborative workshop series guides educators, coaches, and school leaders through building data literacy using Harvard’s Data Wise Improvement Process, while also considering challenges with change management. Together, we will move past the overwhelm of "too much data" and build a culture of collaborative inquiry. Participants will learn how to look at data constructively, identify true learner needs, adjust instructional practices, and navigate the psychological and structural shifts required for sustainable, school-wide change. This workshop series addresses multiple domains of Connecticut’s Common Core of Leading (CCL), Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSSEL), and the Common Core of Teaching (CCT). Session Topics: Session 1-Teaming, Early Inquiry, and Resistance to Change Management; Session #2-Deeper Inquiry about Students and Adults, From a Culture of Compliance to a Culture of Inquiry; and Session #3-Taking Action, Overcoming Implementation Dips. Who Should Attend? This series is designed for District Leadership Teams, School Leadership Teams, Instructional Coaches, Department Chairs, and Grade-Level Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Because this framework deeply addresses systems change and culture shifting, we highly recommend attending as a team of up to five (5) to maximize the impact in your setting. INCLUDED IN COST: Datawise 3rd Edition book Sessions: December 2, 2026 (8:45 AM–3:15 PM); February 23, 2027 (8:45 AM–3:15 PM); April 2, 2027 (8:45 AM–3:15 PM). In-person (face-to-face) professional learning from CREC – Capitol Region Education Council.

CR
$321
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Educators collaborating at a professional learning workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Dec 1512:30 PM–3:30 PM ET· Wethersfield, CT

School Leadership Decisions That Shape Early Learning (PreK-K): Instructional Leadership Without Pushdown

Administrators often face pressure to increase academic expectations in the early grades. How can leaders support strong academic outcomes without narrowing instruction or reducing time for play? This session focuses on vertical alignment across Pre-K and Kindergarten using CT ELDS and Kindergarten standards as a developmental continuum rather than separate mandates. Leaders will explore how curriculum pacing, materials, and expectations can be aligned without compromising the integrity of early childhood pedagogy. Participants will reflect on how leadership messaging, instructional guidance, and decision-making shape classroom practice across the continuum. In-person (face-to-face) professional learning from CREC – Capitol Region Education Council.

CR
$90
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Educators collaborating at a professional learning workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Feb 23, 202712:30 PM–3:30 PM ET· Wethersfield, CT

School Leadership Decisions That Shape Early Learning (PreK-K): Observation, Assessment, and Accountability in Early Childhood

How should administrators evaluate teaching and learning in Pre-K and Kindergarten classrooms? What does meaningful assessment look like in play-based settings? This session addresses supervision, assessment, and accountability practices in early childhood. Participants will examine authentic, observation-based assessment approaches and consider how these practices align with district expectations for student growth and data use. Leaders will explore how to adapt walkthrough tools, evaluation frameworks, and feedback conversations to reflect early learning principles. The focus is on helping administrators supervise early childhood classrooms with confidence and clarity. In-person (face-to-face) professional learning from CREC – Capitol Region Education Council.

CR
$90
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Educators collaborating at a professional learning workshopLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Apr 20, 202712:30 PM–3:30 PM ET· Wethersfield, CT

School Leadership Decisions That Shape Early Learning (PreK-K): Systems and Scheduling That Support Play

How do leadership decisions about schedules, staffing, curriculum mandates, and instructional time impact the quality of early learning in Pre-K and Kindergarten classrooms? This session is designed for administrators who want to strengthen early childhood outcomes while meeting district expectations. Participants will examine how systems-level decisions—such as daily schedules, pacing guides, intervention blocks, collaboration time, and assessment requirements—either support or unintentionally limit developmentally appropriate, play-based instruction. Through guided discussion and practical examples, leaders will analyze how to structure the school day and year to promote executive function, language development, and strong foundational skills without sacrificing academic goals. The focus will be on aligning systems with what research tells us about how young children learn best. In-person (face-to-face) professional learning from CREC – Capitol Region Education Council.

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$90
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School leaders discussing staff culture and retentionLeadershipFor teachers
Thu · Nov 59:00 AM–3:00 PM CT· Oak Lawn, IL

It's the Little Things: Build the Culture You Need to Get the Good Ones to Stay

Little things. Big impact. Lasting culture. Explore how intentional culture-building — through the big decisions and the small everyday gestures — creates an environment that attracts and keeps talented educators. Examine what truly makes people stay in a job, what drives them to leave, and how leaders can define the staff they want to retain and build an environment that supports them. Leave with take-home strategies for shaping a culture where teachers feel valued, supported, and inspired to stay. For principals, department heads, instructional coaches, teachers, and administrators. 5 PD hours; free parking, lunch on your own.

JF
TB
$269
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School leaders building community and trustLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Dec 19:00 AM–3:00 PM CT· Naperville, IL

Forward Together: Moving Schools From Conflict to Community in Contentious Times

How do you build trust and lead meaningful change when your community feels divided? Based on his book Forward, Together, leadership expert George Couros shares practical strategies for creating stronger, more connected communities in any environment. Learn to build trust through empathy and intentional reflection, shift from surface-level compliance to deeper commitment, navigate change while maintaining strong relationships, and support your team while encouraging growth and innovation. For teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, school teams, school boards, and community leaders. Registration includes Administrator Academy Credit or 5 PD hours, continental breakfast, lunch, and parking.

GC
$269
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School leaders in a leadership development cohortLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Jan 199:00 AM–3:00 PM CT· Oak Lawn, IL

LEAD: Leadership for Educators, Administrators and Decision-Makers

A five-session leadership cohort running January through April 2027, designed to prepare and support new leaders — and give experienced leaders a powerful reboot. Three full-day in-person sessions in Oak Lawn (Jan 19, Mar 16, Apr 27, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM) alternate with two virtual morning sessions (Feb 16, Apr 13, 9:00–11:00 AM). Topics span relational trust, instructional leadership, data-driven school improvement, the human side of leadership, and sustaining your impact, each with a hands-on Leadership Lab. Registration includes Administrator Academy Credit, PD hours, parking, breakfast and lunch on in-person days, and session materials. For emerging instructional leaders, new administrators, and department heads.

SO
$1,200
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Instructional leaders practicing coaching conversationsLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Jan 269:00 AM–3:00 PM CT· Addison, IL

Fast-Track Coaching for Leaders Who Coach with Jim Knight

How to coach when you don't have much time. Real change rarely happens because of a single conversation or workshop — it usually requires ongoing coaching, yet many people expected to coach don't have enough time to do it well. Fast-Track Instructional Coaching is a practical approach that promotes meaningful change through four focused coaching conversations, and explores how AI can accelerate parts of the coaching process. For principals, assistant principals, instructional leaders, and department chairs. 5 PD hours; includes parking, continental breakfast, and lunch. Presented by Jim Knight, founder of the Instructional Coaching Group.

JK
$269
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Educators gathered around a table with books and notesLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Nov 39:00 AM–4:00 PM CST· San Antonio, TX
Register by Nov 2

PFE Requirements Series (Modules 3 & 4)

In-person training covering Parent and Family Engagement requirements under ESSA, district and school responsibilities, allowable Title I uses, monitoring trends, guiding principles and resources. This is Day 2 of the two-day series. 6 CPE hours.

ES
Free
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Educators gathered around a table with books and notesLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Nov 179:00 AM–12:00 PM 1:00 PM–4:00 PM ET· Middletown, CT

Leading to Educate and Graduate Happy, Healthy, Wholesome Humans

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Price: see organizer
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Educators gathered around a table with books and notesLeadershipFor teachers
Tue · Nov 179:00 AM–12:00 PM 1:00 PM–4:00 PM ET· Middletown, CT

Leading to Create Positive and Caring School and Classroom Communities

RC
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Frequently asked questions

Are these workshops free?
1 of the 20 upcoming leadership workshops listed here are free to attend. The rest are paid, and the price for each session is shown on its listing — from single-session workshops to multi-day institutes.
How do I register?
Registration is handled by the organizer, not by K-12 Workshops. Open any listing and use the registration link to book your place directly on the organizer's own site.
Who can attend?
These are professional development sessions for K-12 teachers, instructional coaches and school leaders. Each listing shows the grade band it is designed for.
When is the next workshop?
High Reliability Schools Summit, on Jan 11 in San Antonio, TX, followed by High Reliability Schools Institute on Jun 28.
Where are they held?
Upcoming leadership workshops are in Middletown, CT, San Antonio, TX, Wethersfield, CT, Oak Lawn, IL and Orlando, FL. This page updates automatically as workshops are added or pass.