Keynote Speakers
Dr. Will Moreland
TLS24 EMCEE
Principal Baruti Kafele
Principal Kafele
George J. Barnes, Ed.D
Superintendent
Balsz Elementary School District
Pat Gillum
TLS24 EMCEE
Highlight Speakers
Berdetta Hodge
Vice Mayor OD Harris
Vice Mayor of Chandler, Arizona
Monique Porras-Mason
Myshell Gresham, ARM
TLS Network Reception
SVP, Partnership Engagement - West
Relationship Maverick
Featured Speakers
The Only One in the Room: Navigating Mental Health Challenges in the Education Profession During Uncertain Times
In this panel, distinguished educators and mental health experts will examine the distinct mental health challenges that educators, especially those of color, encounter in today’s fluctuating educational environments. The discussion will highlight effective strategies and support systems essential for maintaining mental wellness among educators. Panelists will offer insights and actionable tools to manage both personal and professional stresses, empowering educators to excel and sustain their well-being in all aspects of their lives.
Dr. Ovett Chapman
Facilitator/Moderator
Mrs. Ashley Curtis
Panelists
Dr. Damond Gadson
Panelists
Dr. LeTron R. Alexander
Panelists
Thriving in the Desert: Celebrating and Elevating Black Education Excellence
In this panel, policymakers, governing board members, and community leaders we will engage in a dialogue to highlight education excellence in Arizona districts and schools. We will discuss how these outstanding schools and districts can serve as role models to help elevate equitable education excellence throughout Arizona
Beth Lewis
Panel Moderators
Berdetta Hodge
Panel Moderators
Dr Duane M Wooten
Panelists
Rachel Barnett
Panelists
Breakout Speakers
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS
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TLS24 Exhibitors & Vendors
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Imagine Learning empowers educators to inspire breakthrough moments in every student’s unique learning journey with digital-first, K–12 education solutions.Imagine Learning. Empower potential.™
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The Tempe Black Employee Alliance helps connect, influence, empower and strengthen the relationships of Black employees with each other and city staff at-large, with the goal of fostering inclusion. Black employees need a safe space and support structure to have conversations about diversity.
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Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College is the education college at Arizona State University.
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Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) envisions a future where all children are free from school shootings and other acts of violence. As a national nonprofit organization, SHP’s mission is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities.
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ACEE is dedicated to improving economic and financial literacy for Arizona’s K-12 students. Our strategy to deliver the programs and services is three-fold: training Arizona K-12 teachers, engaging students and coaching parents.
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Lapont, which means "the bridge" provides school based, student-centered evaluations for families and schools for students who may qualify for Exceptional Education, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) 504 Plans, and related services.
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Black History 365® is a K-12 educational entity whose purpose is to create cutting-edge resources that invite students, educators, and other readers to become critical thinkers, compassionate listeners, fact-based, respectful communicators and action-oriented solutionists.
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Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan "do-tank" that brings Arizonans together to create a stronger and brighter future for our state.
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ElevateEdAZ prepares Arizona students for college and career through stronger alignment between education, business, and the community.
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Local bookstore focusing on creativity, social, emotional, & gifted support.
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The Dove Self-Esteem Project promotes: Confident Me a middle school self-esteem program created by the Dove Self-Esteem Project (DSEP), the largest provider of self-esteem education worldwide. Aligned to promote adolescent body confidence for no cost, and easy to use. Including My Hair My Crown!
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We are Inspiring Every Child to Achieve!
Our 15 schools are in the heart of Phoenix. We are right in your neighborhood and accessible by Phoenix Light Rail. We are free. We are public education! We deliver strong academics while integrating the arts, physical education, athletics and club sports.
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Prescott College offers limited residency and online Education programs designed to prepare students for careers as K-12 educators, school counselors, and principalship/education leadership. Ask us about our teacher certification, alternative teaching certification and educational endorsement paths
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Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. We are dedicated to helping our students change their lives for the better through education. We offer a wide range of programs at both the undergraduate and graduate.
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First Things First works at the state and local levels to give Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. We invest in proven programs and innovative strategies through grants to community organizations that provide services to children and families.
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Charmsquad
Women's Clothing Designs
@CharmSquad_ | Charmaine Mills -
Valedictorian
We plant seeds of excellence in the minds of our youth by equipping K-8 students with information about the highest honor one can receive as a student - the Valedictorian. Providing them with practical steps to reach their highest potential.
@CharmSquad_ 
Charmaine Mills