Call For Proposals
"Elevating every perspective isn't just about adding seats to the table; it’s about ensuring that each voice is heard, valued, and empowered to shape the destiny we all share.”
6th Annual Quantum 10 (Q10) Educational International Conference
Theme of Conference:
CFP Announcement
Description of Q10
The Quantum 10 (Q10) is a fusion of 10 different theories, frameworks, and practices that together focus on enhancing educational equity. Each can stand alone, however, when they are integrated, they create a strong synergy that can go far beyond their individual potential and become an empowering, holistic approach to addressing systemic inequities in education.
Purpose of the conference
Who is Encouraged to Present?
This conference is open to everyone who is ready to elevate every voice and cultivate a sense of belonging. This conference strives to reach
- K-12/higher education educators
- Students
- Administrators
- Local/state leadership professionals
- school board members
- service providers
- school counselors
- accessibility officers
- mental health workers
- those involved in opportunity and continuation schools
- family members
- caregivers
- community members
Conference Strands
Reimagining Education: Empowering Change and Transformation
The strands for this year’s conference include:
- Empowering Community Partnerships: Reimagining Family Engagement
- Transforming Learning: Co-creating Engaging and Equitable Experiences
- Building a Just Future: Reimagining Education for Equity and Empowerment
- Leading Transformation: Adaptive Leadership for Reimagining Education
- Footsteps to Freedom: Inspiring Action and Leading Change
Proposal requirements
Interested in presenting? Please submit your presentation proposal through the Proposal Submission Form by the submission deadline: Monday, May 20, 2025
Submissions will be accepted in the form of written proposals or any multimedia (e.g., an audio or video recording provided as a URL).
Strand Descriptions
Elevating Every Perspective
Presentations should include:
- How the intentional integration of the Q10 elements support a healthy foundation for student learning,
- How Q10 supports active learning where students are actively engaged in participatory, reflective, critical, creative, and positive learning experiences, and/or
- Integrating Q10 into schools and classrooms supports learning by fostering positive psychological and physical health habits and creating an enhanced sense of well-being
Welcoming Family & Community Voices to the Table
Presentations in the strand will:
- Emphasizes the fundamental role of engaging families and communities as valued partners in education. We believe building strong relationships and fostering meaningful collaboration between schools, families, and communities is essential for student success.
- Explore strategies and best practices for creating inclusive and welcoming environments where all voices are heard and valued. We recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and expertise that families and community members bring to the table, and we seek to harness these resources to enrich the educational experience for every student.
Co-Crafting Engagement for Enhanced Learning & Wellbeing
Presentations in this strand will:
- Center around the collaborative efforts of educators, students, and partners to cultivate an environment that optimizes learning outcomes and promotes holistic well-being.
- Explore innovative approaches and strategies for co-creating engaging learning experiences that foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and overall student well-being.
Building Tables for Social Justice and Student Learning
Presentations in this strand will:
- Center on the pivotal role of education in fostering social justice and equity while promoting student learning and empowerment.
- Delve into the critical intersection of education and social justice. We explore how educators can actively dismantle systemic barriers and cultivate inclusive learning environments where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
Setting The Table: Crafting Intentional Solutions With Transformational Adaptive Leadership
Presentations in this strand will:
- Will guide educators through the post-tour phase after participating in the Footsteps to Freedom Underground Railroad Study Tour. Educators who have completed the tour will explore professional advancement opportunities, integrating Q10 and the Core Four into their practices while engaging in discussions to refine their leadership skills and address pertinent queries for further growth.
Footsteps to Freedom: Next Steps
Presentations in this strand will:
- Focus on the pivotal role of transformational adaptive leadership in driving meaningful change and innovation within educational environments.
- Explore how transformational adaptive leadership approaches can empower educators, administrators, and partners to navigate complex challenges, seize opportunities, and enact intentional solutions that drive positive outcomes for students and communities.
The 6 Phases of the Continuum
Traditional presentation (up to 1 hour)
A theoretical talk or presentation of your research followed by a question-and-answer period
Poster Presentation (live for up to 10 minutes)
All poster presenters will be in one room and present individually, one after the other, for a maximum of 10 minutes each
Panel Presentation/Discussion (1 hour sessions)
Presentation as a part of a larger panel with other presenters on a similar topic
Asynchronous video/audio presentation (asynchronous Q&A)
A pre-recorded video/audio presentation
Workshop (1-2 hour sessions)
A highly interactive session where participants will learn a pedagogical skill or strategy
Flipped classroom session (1-2 hour sessions)
Sessions where participants will be expected to engage with selected material before the session and then complete problem-based or project-based learning in the session
Other: Suggest potential session formats for consideration
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