Name: Communication, Connection & Collaboration: The Core of Successful School Communities
Start: 2026-04-30T13:45:00-0400
End: 2026-04-30T15:15:00-0400

Welcome to Empower Youth Success 2026!
Get ready for an exciting few days of innovative learning, engagement, networking, and fun. Whether this is your first time or you’re a returning attendee, we’re so glad you’re here to help make this event unforgettable!

Communication, Connection & Collaboration: The Core of Successful School Communities

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT

Hudson Ballroom

This interactive workshop equips participants with practical strategies to strengthen communication, deepen connection, and enhance collaboration across the school community. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, participants will learn how to build trust, promote belonging, and reinforce consistent practices that support strong school culture and long-term community stability. By the end of the session, participants will be prepared to implement clear, relationship-centered, and collaborative approaches that improve outcomes for students, families, and staff.

Moderators

Lesley Lawrence

CNY Program Specialist, New York State Network for Youth Success

Lesley Lawrence is a Program Specialist with the NYS Network for Youth Success’s School-Age Technical Assistance Resource Center (SATARC). She provides individualized support to LEAPS and BOOST grantees in program management, grant implementation, program quality, and data systems. With over 20... Read More →

Presenters

Patricia Williams

Program Director, Counseling in Schools

Patricia Williams is a purpose-driven leader, advocate, and speaker with over two decades of experience empowering individuals and communities. A social service professional, organizational consultant, facilitator, and servant leader, she is dedicated to helping people rise with purpose... Read More →

Thursday April 30, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Hudson Ballroom Hudson Ballroom

Session, Experienced Community Schools Track

Empower Youth Success 2026

Lesley Lawrence

Patricia Williams

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