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Reclaiming Relevance: Why Kids Need Schools That Connect, Personalize, and Inspire
As learning options accelerate beyond traditional classrooms—through screens, artificial intelligence, and expanding home-based models—public schools stand at a defining crossroads. This session challenges education leaders to confront the growing erosion of traditional school relevance and boldly reimagine the purpose of schooling in a rapidly changing world. Together, we’ll explore the roots of declining confidence in public education and examine transformative approaches to creating schools that foster authentic connection, build community, and inspire every learner to thrive. Grounded in whole-child development and personalized learning, this conversation isn’t about merely keeping pace with change—it’s about leading it.
This talk was presented at:
2026 National ESEA Conference
February 2026
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Denver, CO
For more information:
earlylearningfoundation.com
Speakers
Bob Sornson
Bob Sornson is the founder of the Early Learning Foundation, and has worked to improve learning outcomes for young children for more than forty years. He is a voice for teaching kids respectfully, at their level of readiness, and as long as needed to achieve true competency in essential knowledge and skills.
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