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When

Wednesday, February 5th - Thursday, February 6th

Where

DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Downtown Fresno, CA

An inside look

300 attendees | 14 Breakout Sessions | 3 Student Panels

Day 1

7:00–8:00 AM: Registration & Breakfast
8:00–8:25 AM: Welcome, Opening Remarks, Video
8:25–8:40 AM: Student Voice: Liliana Sanchez
8:40–9:10 AM: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jamila Lyiscott
9:10–9:45 AM: Reflection & Dialogue #1
9:45–10:00 AM: Break / Transition Time
10:00–11:15 AM: Breakout Session 1
11:15–11:25 AM: Break / Transition Time
11:25–12:00 PM: Keynote Speaker: Chaka Booker
12:00–12:50 PM: Lunch & Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jamila Dugan
12:50–1:05 PM: Intro Panel & Video
1:05–1:30 PM: Keynote Panel Discussion: Babatunde Ilori & Rich Stowell, facilitated by Dr. Angie Barfield
1:30–2:00 PM: Student Panel Discussion, facilitated by Dr. Angie Barfield
2:00–2:50 PM: Reflection & Dialogue #2
2:50–3:05 PM: Break / Transition Time
3:05–4:20 PM: Breakout Session 2
4:20–4:27 PM: Break / Transition Time
4:27–4:50 PM: Keynote Speaker: Diego Arambula
4:50–4:55 PM: Closing Remarks
5:00–6:00 PM: Cocktail Awards Reception

Day 2

7:00–8:00 AM: Morning Meet-up & Breakfast
8:00–8:15 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:15–8:35 AM: Student Voice: Timi Ilori
8:35–9:05 AM: Keynote Speaker: Pepper Miller
9:05–9:45 AM: Reflection & Dialogue #1
9:45–10:00 AM: Break / Transition Time
10:00–11:15 AM: Breakout Session 1
11:30–12:30 PM: Lunch & Learn with NSBMA Student Panel Discussion
12:30–12:45 PM: Break / Transition Time
12:45–2:00 PM: Breakout Session 2
2:00–2:15 PM: Break / Transition Time
2:15–2:30 PM: Raffle & Closing Remarks
2:30–3:30 PM: Final Group Reflection

Hear from inspiring speakers

Our second annual summit

Why join us?

Impactful student stories

Gain firsthand insights from students and educators through dynamic, student-led panels that emphasize actionable strategies for empowering student voices and driving real change in education.

Celebrate diversity and community

Engage in meaningful conversations that honor Black History Month, amplifying the voices of Black students and fostering a deeper understanding of empathy, equity, and empowerment in education.

Learn from expert leaders

Participate in interactive workshops and breakout sessions led by thought leaders like Chaka Booker, designed to equip you with practical tools for measuring and enhancing educational success beyond traditional metrics.

Who will be attending?

While we invite all leaders in education, if you fall into the following roles, this summit is for you!

Superintendents and district/charter administrators

School board members

Equity and inclusion officers

Curriculum and instruction leaders

Community Engagement Coordinators

Educational Technology and Data Specialists

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