Countdown to Spark Symposium: Are You Ready to Engage?
Countdown to the Spark Symposium, are you ready to engage?
The 2025 Spark Symposium is just two months away, taking place on May 20th, 2025! This event is designed to spark ideas, connections, and growth within the charter school community. While two months might seem like plenty of time, remember that online registration closes on May 6th – and that’s approaching quickly! While onsite registration will still be available, it will come with a higher cost, and you’ll miss out on valuable benefits such as exclusive updates, personalized surveys to tailor the conference to your preferences, and much more.
Not sure if the 2025 Spark Symposium is right for you?
By registering now, you’re securing your spot at an event like no other. Building on the success of our past Spring Charter Conferences, we’ve crafted an event with a stronger focus on offering more opportunities for interaction, engagement, and networking. We know you’re curious about what this all entails – and we get it! Check out the overview below to see what makes this event truly unique, and be sure to register today!
Be Inspired by Our Keynote Speaker
Principal Kafele’s keynote at the Spark Symposium will address a pivotal issue in education today: “Closing the Attitude Gap.” In this thought-provoking session, he will challenge the prevailing notion that the achievement gap is purely academic and instead highlight the crucial role of student attitudes in achieving success. Principal Kafele will argue that the Attitude Gap—the divide between students who are motivated to excel and those who struggle with motivation—plays a significant role in student performance, especially for students facing the greatest challenges. Learn more here!
Customize Your Experience at the 2025 Spark Symposium with Spark Zones!
At the 2025 Spark Symposium, we’re offering an exciting way for you to customize your experience through Spark Zones. This unique format allows you to design your day based on what’s most relevant to you and your professional needs. Spark Zones provide a mix of roundtable discussions and breakout sessions, ensuring you have the flexibility to engage in collaboration, conversation, and learning in the way that suits you best. Want to exchange ideas and engage in conversations? Choose one of our roundtables! Prefer expert-led sessions with strategies and insights? Head to a breakout session! Learn more here.
Get Key Insights in Our Legislative Q&A
Join our live Legislative Q&A Panel, featuring APSRC Director Scott Smith and Arkansas Legislators. Ask your questions and gain critical insights on the latest legislative developments shaping charter schools in Arkansas. Stay tuned as we announce more legislators and open the call for your questions ahead of time!
Help us Recognize Exceptional Contributions in the Charter School Community
APSRC is excited to honor the incredible contributions of charter schools, their leaders, and supporters who are making a difference. We’ll recognize innovation, growth, and dedication with a variety of awards—some selected through community nominations and others chosen by APSRC staff. Help us celebrate those making an impact—submit your nominations today!
Engage with our Sponsors
Prepare for a dedicated time in the Spark schedule for attendees to connect with our sponsors. Curious to see who has already committed to supporting this important event? Meet our sponsors and discover the organizations, companies, and businesses making a meaningful impact in education! Meet our Sponsors here.
Win Cash Prizes at the Spark Symposium
Get ready to collect raffle tickets for a chance to win cash prizes! Every attendee will receive a raffle ticket in their registration bag for a chance to win exciting cash prizes. Want to increase your odds? Visit our sponsors during the break to earn extra tickets. The more you collect, the better your chances of taking home one of our amazing cash prizes!
Register today!
Register now and secure your spot at the Spark Symposium today! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to spark ideas, connections, and growth with your peers today!
