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Registration Now Open for SVEA-AE Convention 2024!

We all need some kind of roadmap to help plot our path to professional success—it won’t happen by accident. That’s why, as a college student making plans for your own public education career, you should be in Virginia Beach in March for “On the Road to Teaching… What is your Route?” It’s the SVEA-Aspiring Educators’ annual conference, where you’ll learn how to navigate the way forward from current classroom professionals, dynamic keynote speakers, and each other. The event is at the Delta Hotel by Marriott Waterfront, March 22-23, and you don’t want to miss it!

Registration is now closed.

Pricing:

Single occupancy $60
Save an additional $20 with double occupancy
Registration closes February 26th

Convention Schedule

Friday, March 22

4:00pm

5:00pm

6:00 – 6:30pm

6:30 – 6:45pm

6:45 – 9:00pm

Hotel Check-in

Convention Check-in/Social (Oakhill)

Welcome and Introductions (Carter Hall)

Dinner (Carter Hall)

Keynote – Sure Footing in a Shaky World: Best Practices in Today’s Classrooms that Stand the Test of Time. Rick Wormeli, Educational Change Speaker, Teacher, Author, and Coach

Business Session I (Carter Hall)

Saturday, March 23

7:30 – 8:30am

8:00 – 9:15am

9:30 – 10:45am

11:00am – 12:15pm

12:15 – 1:30pm

1:30 – 2:45pm

2:45 – 4:00pm

Breakfast (Carter Hall)

Welcome & Announcements (Carter Hall)

General Session – Building Welcoming Classroom Communities Through Proactive Behavior Support. Dr. Mackenzie Turbeville-McCorry, Training and Technical Assistance Center

Breakout Session I

Preparing for the Praxis
When data talks, how do we apply what it says?
Using Escape Rooms for Student Assessments
Where Do We Find the Time?

Breakout Session II

Creating a Positive Learning Environment
Disabilities in the Classroom
Using Escape Rooms for Student Assessments
Evidence-Based Practices to support learning for ALL students

Lunch, Candidate Speeches, Elections

Breakout Session III

- Creating a Positive Learning Environment
- Preparing for the Praxis
- When data talks, how do we apply what it says?
- Evidence-Based Practices to support learning for ALL students

Final Business Session (Carter Hall)
Awards
Election Results Announced
Installation of New Officers
Closing

2023 SVEA Aspiring Educators Convention Photos

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Get a Running Start on Your Career!

You’re on the way to success in education, one of the most important professions out there. You’ll have questions, you’ll need support, and you’ll be looking for resources. Student Virginia Education Association Aspiring Educators can fill in those gaps for you, and much more:

You’ll be part of the leading group in Virginia watching out for future educators and have the full backing of the 40,000 members of the Virginia Education Association, the leading group of practicing educators in the state. Instantly, you’ll have a professional community.
You’ll get help with topics that you need to know and understand, like time and classroom management, lesson planning, communicating with parents, handling stress, and many more.
You’ll have outstanding learning and leadership opportunities through VEA conferences, micro-credential classes, in-person and virtual professional development and student conventions.
You’ll get the liability insurance you’ll need to protect yourself during student-teaching and practicums.
You’ll have the chance to network with both future and current educators from all around the state.
You’ll have access to all the money-saving benefits and discounts that current VEA members enjoy, along with professional publications and websites.
You’ll have a running start on your career—and a good time!

Connect with SVEA Aspiring Educators today and start getting the support and opportunities you need immediately!

If you’re in a post-secondary program preparing you to teach or take on another education role, you’re eligible to join.
There are SVEA-AE chapters at more than 40 colleges and universities across the common- wealth.
You’ll have opportunities for professional workshops, community service and outreach projects, and contact with current educators.
You’ll also be connected to a nationwide network of your future colleagues through the National Education Association’s Aspiring Educators program.

COST
Annual dues are $30, plus your local chapter dues. Why so low? Because VEA-NEA members supplement the cost of the program to help you along your path to teaching.

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2023-2024 SVEA-Aspiring Educators Board of Directors

President: Delany Spiker, Randolph-Macon College

Vice-President: Mya Marks, Hampton University

Secretary: Lily Chapman, Randolph-Macon College

Diversity Rep: Cameron Chambers, Virginia State University

Underclassman at Large: Leilah Clark, Hampton University

Region Reps:
Caitlin Garrigan, Randolph-Macon College
Nia Grant, Norfolk State University
Olivia Milam, University of Virginia’s College at Wise
Rosealia Young, Hollins University
DeJia Graham, Virginia State University
Maqoi Hubbard, Norfolk State University
Zoe Niece, University of Virginia’s College at Wise

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