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Maryland Association
of Boards of Education

Clarion Resort
Fontainebleau Hotel

Conference Preview
Serving & Supporting Boards of Education Since 1957
Keynote Speakers


Dr. Freeman Hrabowski
A dynamic speaker and world-renowned
educator, MABE is honored to once again
welcome UMBCs president as a keynote speaker
for the opening luncheon. Join
Dr. Hrabowski as he addresses the topic of college
and career readiness.
Dr. Lillian Lowery
Join Marylands State Superintendent of
Schools for an update on Common Core,
Teacher and Principal Assessments and the
vision for the upcoming years.

Dont miss the benefits of
attending Marylands
premiere conference for
school system leaders:
Training for effective and efficient school system governance
Sharing of best practices and latest trends in education
Access to quality speakers and presenters
Networking among the 24 districts board members and
superintendents
Workshops
In-depth sessions designed to focus on a specific topic challenging
school system leaders today:

Wednesday:
Q&A with Dr. Freeman Hrabowski
Student Discipline and Code of Conduct
Parliamentary Procedure: Making Your Meeting More Efficient
Education Around the World: Lessons Learned by Maryland
Board Members
All Children Can & Will Learn: St. Marys Countys
Innovative Approach

Thursday:
Networking Sessions
Protecting Student Privacy: New Guidelines
Building A (Better) Legislative Platform
Telling Your Story: Public Advocacy in Your Community
Return on Investment: The Anne Arundel Experience


Board Presidents & Board of Directors
Luncheon
Annual MABE Board Walk
Wide Variety of Exhibitors
Presidents Reception & Dinner & Award
Presentation
Conference
Highlights
Hot Topics Sessions (Friday)





Information packed sessions, each presented in a small, informal group
setting. Two sessions will be provided with several topics being
repeated.

Conversation with MABEs Executive Director
Conversations with MABEs Presidents
Black & Hispanic Caucus Update
What Counts: Creating A Shared Vision for Kent County
Community Colleges Partners in Education
Maryland Center for School Safety
When Public Money Just Isnt Enough
Using Social Media: Targeted Community Engagement & Building
Consensus in Frederick County
Temporary Employees: Ensuring Compliance with Marylands
Annotated Code
Adding Coding to the Curriculum


Networking Sessions
Back by popular demand, these member-to-
member meetings provide time to discuss mutual
challenges and share best practices in governance
with school systems of similar size.
From the Conference Co-Chairs









The Conference Planning Committee has been working diligently to provide
another exciting and informative conference. Whether you are a veteran
board member, superintendent, or first time attendee, youll take back
practical ideas, new information, and a renewed commitment to helping your
board accomplish the critical work ahead.
See you in Ocean City Cathy Allen & Amber Waller