2025 District Leaders Connect (DLC) 

Mindful Schools, Strong Communities: Building Emotional Wellness

April 13–15  | Chicago, IL

 
Chicago, IL

Lead the Charge for Mental Health in Schools

Join district leaders and national experts to explore practical strategies for supporting emotional wellness in schools. Engage in sessions, panels, and networking designed to equip you with tools to strengthen your team’s mental health and build thriving school communities.

What to Expect:

• Keynote by Dr. Barbara Mullen: "Healing Centered Leadership in Schools: Nurturing Adults. Growing Children."

• Interactive panels and discussions led by top education leaders like Keith Hartbauer and Kirk Koennecke.

• Opportunities to network, collaborate, and exchange innovative ideas with peers.

Dr. Mullen Keynote

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Who Can Attend?

District leaders, including superintendents, deputies, CAOs, CIOs, CTOs, curriculum directors, and HR professionals.

Member Districts:

Free for one representative (includes up to $500 flight reimbursement and two hotel nights).

Add a second attendee for $499 (travel not included).

Non-Member Districts:

$499 per attendee (includes hotel and meals, travel not included).

Venue: 

21c Museum Hotel Chicago

Dinner at Giordano's for all attendees. 


Ready to Join Us?

Have questions? Get in Touch.

 

Chicago, IL

21c Museum Hotel