Summer Institute for Authentic Learning and Leadership: Full Schedule

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8:30am EDT

Mission Authentic Learning: Moonshot Thinking to Imagine, Create, and Act!

Thursday July 16, 2026 8:30am - 9:40am EDT

Every great innovation in learning and leadership begins with imagining new possibilities and is fueled by the inspiration of others who have dared to dream big. In this interactive experience, participants will harness the power of their imaginations to identify an authentic challenge, hear from past Summer Institute keynoters “mission messages,” envision a creative solution, and develop their own “moonshot idea" for authentic learning. Participants will leave feeling empowered and ready to create positive change while experiencing firsthand what Partnerships for Authentic Learning and Leadership is all about: leveraging the creativity of educators and tackling real-world challenges that make learning irresistible.

Speakers

Emmy Beeson

Executive Director, Partnerships for Authentic Learning and Leadership

Greetings fellow travelers. Thank you for joining us in the this journey to reconnect to the Joy of Teaching and Learning. When I was a school leader, through trial and error, I fell in love with authentic learning experiences for staff and students because I saw teachers who... Read More →

Kristin Bourdage

Director of Professional Learning, Partnerships for Authentic Learning and Leadership

Dr. Kristin Bourdage is a passionate educator with more than 32 years of experience as a middle school and Title I Reading teacher, literacy coach, education researcher, professor of education, district administrator, and professional learning leader. She currently serves as a professional... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 8:30am - 9:40am EDT
Performing Arts Center

Keynote Presentation

Summer Institute for Authentic Learning and Leadership

8:30am EDT

Emmy Beeson

Kristin Bourdage

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