ALP

The ALP Experience
2022-11-02 - 2022-11-04 | Horseshoe Bay Resort, 200 Hi Circle North, Horseshoe Bay, TX, 78657, United States
You are invited to a one of a kind professional learning experience hosted by Advanced Learning Partnerships and Dell Technologies
What is the ALP Experience?
The ALP Experience is a community-driven event bringing together multiple districts from the surrounding region. It is unlike a typical conference in that it features a blend of professional and personal learning built around the tenets of Social and Emotional Learning. It is designed to take full advantage of unique spaces and participants in service of conversations and learning that might otherwise be difficult to attain. The content and focus of these events will be customized to meet the needs of the communities it serves.
The theme and focus of this event is Workplace Wellness. Dr. Katy Fodchuk will be leading participants through a number of thoughtful exercises and experiences that will help you to uncover areas of strength and concern as you endeavor to create a healthy and thriving workplace for all stakeholders.
What are the Outcomes?

Expand networks of amplified work by creating a space for authentic collaboration
Embrace unique spaces that can contribute to new insights and perspectives not typically explored in more traditional meeting spaces
Empower community voice while focusing on professional and personal growth
Break down district silos and build a diverse network by connecting leaders across district and state lines
A clear plan and pathway to improve workplace wellness

What is the Schedule?

The experience will begin at 5 pm on November 2nd and conclude at 12pm on November 4th. A detailed agenda will follow your confirmation of attendance.
There will be a variety of learning experiences that include outdoor learning and activities designed to take advantage of the diversity of the participants and their perspectives.

Who are the attendees?

We have invited up to 6 different districts to participate
We suggest you bring participants from various departments within your district, particularly those with a commitment and interest in addressing workplace wellness
Attendees should be committed to engaging with new people, be good listeners and make meaningful contributions to discussions and conversations
While we are committed to creating a low stress and slower pace event, we do plan to use our time wisely. To that end, both Wednesday and Thursday evenings will be times to connect and extend conversations and we expect participants to attend. We also ask that participants stay until the conclusion of the event on Friday.

Where will this take place?

This event will take place at Horseshoe Bay Resort
The event will begin at 4pm on Nov. 2nd and conclude at 12pm on Nov. 4th
Registration cost is covered using 2 of your Dell/ALP professional learning days which includes all meals
You are responsible for the cost of hotel rooms. We have negotiated a reduced rate of $____ per night.

There is limited space so if you are planning to attend, please complete the following form by Sept. 9th.
For any questions, feel free to reach out to:
Janelle McLaughlin janelle@advancedpartnerships.com
Emily Chapelle emily@advancedpartnerships.com
Dean Shareski dean@advancedpartnerships.com
You are invited to a one of a kind professional learning experience hosted by Advanced Learning Partnerships and Dell Technologies.

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