10th Annual Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools (LAPCS) Conference
The 10th Annual Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools (LAPCS) Conference is a premier event dedicated to advancing the charter school movement in Louisiana. Organized by the LAPCS, this conference brings together educators, administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss and promote high-quality public education across the state.
The conference features a diverse array of sessions covering key topics such as governance, finance, operations, communications, human resources, and employment law. Attendees have the opportunity to engage in workshops and panel discussions led by experts in the field, focusing on best practices and innovative strategies for charter school success.
In addition to educational sessions, the event offers ample networking opportunities, including receptions and an expo hall showcasing products and services tailored to the needs of charter schools. Notable speakers, such as state education officials and industry leaders, provide insights and perspectives on the future of charter education in Louisiana.
This conference is ideal for charter school leaders, board members, educators, and advocates seeking to enhance their knowledge, share experiences, and collaborate on initiatives that drive excellence in public charter education.
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Speakers(56)
Alisa Davillier Dupre
Director of Admissions & Operations at Audubon Charter
Alisa Davillier Dupre is the Director of Admissions & Operations at Audubon Charter School.
Andrew Henry
Founder & President at Red Cedar Solutions Group
Andrew Henry is the Founder and President of Red Cedar Solutions Group.
Belinda Fly
Co-Founder and Executive Director at F&L Organizational Support Services, Inc.
Belinda Fly is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of F&L Organizational Support Services, Inc.
Brandon Davis
Partner at Phelps Dunbar
Brandon Davis is a partner at Phelps Dunbar, focusing on labor and employment law.
Caroline Roemer
Executive Director at Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools
Caroline Roemer is the Executive Director of the Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools, advocating for the state's charter school movement.
Carrie Irvin
CEO & Co-Founder at Charter Board Partners
Carrie Irvin is the CEO and Co-Founder of Charter Board Partners, dedicated to strengthening charter school boards.
Chris Hines
Chief Operating Officer at Crescent City Schools
Chris Hines is the Chief Operating Officer at Crescent City Schools, overseeing operations for the charter network.
Chris Meyer
CEO at New Schools for Baton Rouge
Chris Meyer is the CEO of New Schools for Baton Rouge, focusing on educational innovation and school development.
Chris Roe
Former CEO | Parent of Two Special Needs children in NOLA Public Schools at California Stem Learning Network | Parent Advocate
Chris Roe is the former CEO of the California Stem Learning Network and a parent advocate for special needs children in New Orleans public schools.
Christin Kaiser
Parent Advocate at Public School Options
Christin Kaiser is a parent advocate with Public School Options.
Colleen Cook
Director, National Board at Public School Options
Colleen Cook is the Director of the National Board at Public School Options, advocating for school choice.
Colleston Morgan
Chief Strategy Officer at Orleans Parish School Board
Colleston Morgan serves as the Chief Strategy Officer for the Orleans Parish School Board.
Dana Henry
New Orleans City Director at Stand for Children
Dana Henry serves as the New Orleans City Director for Stand for Children, advocating for educational equity.
Dana Wade & LaToya Douglas
Parent Advocate at The Advocators
Dana Wade and LaToya Douglas are parent advocates with The Advocators, supporting parental involvement in education.
Daniel Willingham
Professor, Department of Psychology at University of Virginia
Daniel Willingham is a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Virginia, specializing in cognitive psychology.
David Strauss
Special Education Director at University View Academy
David Strauss is the Special Education Director at University View Academy, overseeing special education services.
Dr. Erica Murray-Boseman
Board Chair at Audubon Charter School
Dr. Erica Murray-Boseman is the Board Chair of Audubon Charter School, overseeing governance and strategic direction.
Dr. Jesse Watson
Principal at Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Dr. Jesse Watson is the Principal of Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, leading the school's academic programs.
Eva Kemp
Louisiana State Director at Democrats for Education Reform
Eva Kemp serves as the Louisiana State Director for Democrats for Education Reform, advocating for progressive education policies.
Gasper Magallanes
Sr. Director of Client Management and Development at EdTec, Inc.
Gasper Magallanes is the Senior Director of Client Management and Development at EdTec, Inc., supporting charter schools with business services.
Glenn Hayes
Area Vice President at Gallagher Insurance
Glenn Hayes is the Area Vice President at Gallagher Insurance.
Gregory St. Etienne
Board of Directors at Firstline Schools
Gregory St. Etienne serves on the Board of Directors for Firstline Schools.
Healthy School Food Collaborative
Executive Director at Healthy School Food Collaborative
The Healthy School Food Collaborative is led by its Executive Director, focusing on promoting healthy food options in schools.
Jack Bedell
Poet Laureate at State of Louisiana
Jack Bedell is the Poet Laureate of Louisiana, recognized for his contributions to the state's literary arts.
Jaimmé A. Collins
Partner at Adams & Reese LLP
Jaimmé A. Collins is a partner at Adams & Reese LLP, specializing in litigation and education law.
Jamie Wong
Special Education Policy Director at Louisiana Department of Education
Jamie Wong is the Special Education Policy Director at the Louisiana Department of Education, focusing on special education policies.
Jeremy Jones
Chief Financial Officer at 4th Sector Solutions
Jeremy Jones is the Chief Financial Officer at 4th Sector Solutions, providing financial services to educational institutions.
Joe Hoffer
Attorney at Schulman, Lopez, Hoffer & Adelstein, L.L.P.
Joe Hoffer is an attorney at Schulman, Lopez, Hoffer & Adelstein, L.L.P., specializing in education law.
Joe Siedliecki
Associate Commissioner at Texas Education Agency
Joe Siedliecki is an Associate Commissioner at the Texas Education Agency, focusing on charter school policy.
John Goodwin
Senior Accountant at Daigrepont and Brian, APAC
John Goodwin is a Senior Accountant at Daigrepont and Brian, APAC.
John White
State Superintendent of Education at Louisiana Department of Education
John White served as the State Superintendent of Education for Louisiana, overseeing the state's public education system.
Ken Jones
External Relations Advisor at Shell Oil
Ken Jones is an External Relations Advisor at Shell Oil.
Kenneth Campbell
STEM Curriculum Specialist at IDEA Public Schools
Kenneth Campbell is a STEM Curriculum Specialist at IDEA Public Schools, focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.
Krista Patrick-Brown
Executive Director at ARISE Academy
Krista Patrick-Brown is the Executive Director of ARISE Academy, leading the charter school's operations.
Kristie Bardell
Associate Director of Family Health Portfolio at Louisiana Public Health Institute
Kristie Bardell is the Associate Director of Family Health Portfolio at the Louisiana Public Health Institute.
Kristine Creveling
Food Program Manager at Propeller
Kristine Creveling is the Food Program Manager at Propeller, focusing on food-related initiatives.
Lee Reid
Partner | Litigation Practice Group Leader at Adams & Reese LLP
Lee Reid is a partner and leader of the Litigation Practice Group at Adams & Reese LLP, focusing on education law.
Lindsay Baach
Associate Regional Director - South Central Region at Anti-Defamation League
Lindsay Baach is the Associate Regional Director for the South Central Region at the Anti-Defamation League.
Liz Marcel
Executive Director at New Orleans Therapeutic Day Program
Liz Marcel is the Executive Director of the New Orleans Therapeutic Day Program.
Lucy Castillo
Chief Governance and Equity Officer at Charter Board Partners
Lucy Castillo serves as the Chief Governance and Equity Officer at Charter Board Partners, promoting effective governance in charter schools.
Mary Moran
Co-Founder | Executive Director at Our Voice | Nuestra Voz
Mary Moran is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Our Voice | Nuestra Voz, advocating for educational equity.
Mathes Brierre Architects
Principal at Mathes Brierre Architects
Mathes Brierre Architects is a principal at Mathes Brierre Architects, specializing in architectural design.
Melissa Carollo
Finance & Operations Director at Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools
Melissa Carollo serves as the Finance & Operations Director at the Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools.
Michael Barber
Founder at barber&hewitt
Michael Barber is the founder of barber&hewitt, a consultancy specializing in education strategy.
Michael Marsh
Student Services Team/Former Communications Director at University View Academy
Michael Marsh is part of the Student Services Team and former Communications Director at University View Academy.
Michael Mizzoni
Director of Business Development at BoardOnTrack
Michael Mizzoni is the Director of Business Development at BoardOnTrack, supporting charter school governance.
Michelle Craig
Co-Founder | Chief Litigation and Labor & Employment Counsel at Transcendent Legal
Michelle Craig is the Co-Founder and Chief Litigation and Labor & Employment Counsel at Transcendent Legal.
Mike Higgins
Attorney at Shulman, Lopez, Hoffer & Adelstein, LLP
Mike Higgins is an attorney at Shulman, Lopez, Hoffer & Adelstein, LLP.
Patty Glaser
CEO at Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy
Patty Glaser is the CEO of Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy.
Patty McMurray
Shareholder | Attorney at Baker Donelson
Patty McMurray is a shareholder and attorney at Baker Donelson, specializing in education law.
Paul McDonald
Executive Vice President of Program Development, Western Region at Futures Education
Paul McDonald is the Executive Vice President of Program Development for the Western Region at Futures Education.
Paul O'Neill
Co-Founder, Senior Fellow at National Center for Special Education in Charter Schools
Paul O'Neill is the Co-Founder and Senior Fellow at the National Center for Special Education in Charter Schools.
Renita Thukral
Senior National Advisor for Legal Affairs at National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
Renita Thukral serves as the Senior National Advisor for Legal Affairs at the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools.
Robert Fulton
Board Member at IDEA Public School
Robert Fulton is a Board Member at IDEA Public Schools.
Sarah Vandergriff
Policy & Legal Director at Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools
Sarah Vandergriff is the Policy & Legal Director at the Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools.
Scott Pearson
Executive Director at DC Public Charter School Board
Scott Pearson is the Executive Director of the DC Public Charter School Board, overseeing charter school authorizations.
Event Details
- Date
- December 13-14, 2017
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New Orleans, United States
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Audience
- Charter school leaders, board members, educators, and advocates