AERA 2025 LSI SIG Schedule

Business Meeting:

Leadership for School Improvement SIG Business Meeting

Sat, April 26, 7:00 to 8:30pm MDT (7:00 to 8:30pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Terrace Level, Bluebird Ballroom Room 2E

Abstract: Join the LSI SIG to network with faculty, students, and practitioners interested in leadership for school improvement. We will celebrate the Dissertation of the Year Award winner and collaborative work being done across the SIG. A reception will follow LSI SIG business updates.

Joint Reception:

Joint Reception: Leadership for School Improvement SIG, Educational Change SIG, Organizational Theory SIG, Systems Thinking in Education SIG

Sat, April 26, 8:50 to 10:20pm MDT (8:50 to 10:20pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Terrace Level, Bluebird Ballroom Room 2F

Paper Sessions:

1.Leadership Roles, Responsibilities, and Opportunities Across School Settings and Systems

Sat, April 26, 1:30 to 3:00pm MDT (1:30 to 3:00pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 402

Abstract: This session highlights the various roles and forms of leadership across school settings and systems that contribute to school improvement.

2.Equity, Ethics, and Care in Leadership for School Improvement

Fri, April 25, 8:00 to 9:30am MDT (8:00 to 9:30am MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 402

Abstract: This session highlights how school leaders cultivate equitable, inclusive, and supportive environments to promote student belonging and success.

3.Leadership Supports for Teacher Efficacy and Well-Being

Sun, April 27, 11:40am to 1:10pm MDT (11:40am to 1:10pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 402

Abstract: This session highlights the role school leaders play in fostering collaborative, supportive environments that promote teacher efficacy and wellbeing.

4.Leading Successful Schools in Context

Thu, April 24, 5:25 to 6:55pm MDT (5:25 to 6:55pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 402

Abstract: This session highlights practices for leading successful schools within and across diverse contexts.

Roundtable Sessions:

1.International Perspectives on Leadership for School Improvement

Sun, April 27, 1:30 to 3:00pm MDT (1:30 to 3:00pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 1

Abstract: This session presents insights on leadership for school improvement from diverse geographical contexts and cultural perspectives.

2.Preparation and Professional Development for Leading School Improvement

Fri, April 25, 3:20 to 4:50pm MDT (3:20 to 4:50pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3

Abstract: This session presents insights on preparation and professional development approaches that promote leadership for equity and improvement.

3.Linking Leadership Styles to Student and Teacher Outcomes

Sat, April 26, 5:10 to 6:40pm MDT (5:10 to 6:40pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 1

Abstract: The session highlights the outcomes and mediating factors of various leadership styles to inform school improvement.

4.School Leadership and Teacher Retention

Thu, April 24, 1:45 to 3:15pm MDT (1:45 to 3:15pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Ballroom Level, Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3

Abstract: This session highlights how school leaders cultivate educational environments that promote teacher retention.

Poster Session:

Digital Shifts and Educational Leadership

Sun, April 27, 8:00 to 9:30am MDT (8:00 to 9:30am MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Exhibit Hall Level, Exhibit Hall F - Poster Session

Abstract: This session presents insights on current and future directions for educational leadership amidst technological changes.