Dana Rosen will be the featured conference speaker on Thursday, June 5th.
Rosen is the Assistant Director of Transportation specializing in Student Safety
and Campus Support at Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Pulling knowledge from her
diverse experiences as a high school teacher and coach, bus driver, special education
teacher, behavior specialist, and classroom management consultant, Dana advocates
for cutting through the noise to identify practical, common-sense solutions that address
the root causes of issues.  Using humorous, true grit storytelling based on years of
experience in education she engages audiences with advice grounded in empathy
and understanding.  Her presentations aim to be transparent, hones, and relatable for
an entertaining and impactful experience.  Here is a sample of what Dana's topics may
include:

• Unlocking Solutions: The power of Crucial Conversations In Conflict Resolution
  Successfully navigating crucial conversations requires skills in emotional intelligence,
  clear communication, and understanding the narratives we tell ourselves that influence
  our emotional responses. Recognizing emotional triggers, understanding the stories
  we construct about situations, and managing our thoughts to create constructive
  emotional responses are all essential aspects of effectively managing conflict and
  maintaining positive relationships within organization
  
  
• Which Came First, The Chicken or the Egg?
  Understanding the Connection Between Adult and Student Behaviors
  The quality of relationships between adults and students significantly impacts student
  behavior. Positive, supportive relationships characterized by trust, empathy, and mutual
  respect promote a sense of belonging and motivation to adhere to rules and expectations.
  The adult’s tone, approach and behavior provides feedback and reinforcement that
  shape student behavior. This session focuses on teaching the basics of providing
  constructive feedback and correction, praise for effort and achievement, and reinforcement
  of desired behaviors to encourage positive student engagement and motivation.
  
  
• Building Positive Relationships with Students
  Building a positive relationship with students can be challenging but is certainly
  achievable with patience, empathy, and persistence. To build relationships quickly,
  it is important to utilize effective strategies to connect with students. Through real-world
  examples and solutions, this session will demonstrate how positive, supportive
  relationships characterized by trust, empathy, and mutual respect promote a sense of
  ​belonging and motivation to adhere to rules and expectations.