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2025 AAEA Summer Conference
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
In today’s fast-moving educational landscape, a strong school brand isn’t just about logos and slogans—it’s about trust, reputation, and meaningful connections with stakeholders. Whether engaging parents, community members, or policymakers, schools must communicate their mission with clarity and consistency. This session will explore proven strategies for crafting a compelling brand identity, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and navigating challenging conversations with confidence. Learn how to empower your staff as brand ambassadors, create messaging that resonates, and foster a culture of advocacy that amplifies your school’s impact. Walk away with practical tools to enhance communication, build trust, and position your school as a leader in education.
Speakers
avatar for John Ashworth

John Ashworth

Executive Director & Superintendent, Virtual Arkansas
Mr. John Ashworth is the Superintendent and Executive Director of Virtual Arkansas, a State Virtual School (SVS) providing supplemental online course options to Arkansas schools. Mr. Ashworth spent eight years as a secondary science teacher and seven years as a building-level principal... Read More →
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Dr. Brandie Benton

Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction, Virtual Arkansas
Dr. Brandie Benton has over 20 years of experience in education and is currently leading the Curriculum and Instruction team for Virtual Arkansas, the state virtual school charged with providing digital learning services to districts across Arkansas.
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
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