Name: The Gift of Student Voice: Creating Schools and Classrooms Where Student Voices Matter
Start: 2026-07-16T09:55:00-0400
End: 2026-07-16T10:50:00-0400

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The Gift of Student Voice: Creating Schools and Classrooms Where Student Voices Matter

Thursday July 16, 2026 9:55am - 10:50am EDT

W2102

Student voice is more than simply allowing students to share opinions—it is about empowering young people to become active participants, leaders, problem-solvers, and change agents within their schools and communities. When students feel heard, valued, and trusted, classrooms transform from places of compliance into environments filled with ownership, engagement, innovation, and purpose.

In this inspiring and practical session, educators and school leaders will explore how student voice can serve as a powerful catalyst for transformation in schools. Through authentic opportunities for leadership, collaboration, feedback, creativity, and decision-making, students can help shape school culture, improve learning experiences, strengthen relationships, and drive meaningful change. Participants will discover strategies for moving beyond token student input toward creating systems where student perspectives truly influence classroom practices, school initiatives, and community impact.

Using a festive “holiday” theme, this session will highlight how listening to students may be the greatest gift educators can offer. Attendees will explore practical strategies, real-world examples, and AI-enhanced tools that amplify student voice, foster empowerment, and inspire students to become confident contributors in their learning journey.

Participants will leave with actionable ideas for creating schools and classrooms where every student feels seen, heard, empowered, and capable of making a difference—because when students are given a voice, they often become the spark that transforms everything

Speakers

Buddy Berry

Superintendent, EIS

Dr. Buddy Berry is the superintendent of Eminence Independent Schools in Kentucky. He founded the innovative model “School on FIRE” (Framework of Innovation for Reinventing Education). Buddy was recognized by the Obama Administration as one of the top 100 School Superintendents... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 9:55am - 10:50am EDT
W2102

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