Your AACS Government Relations Committee continues to fight every day for the future of our students and schools. The new Administration and continuing Republican-controlled Congress provide us with new opportunities to "repeal and replace" harmful regulations developed and implemented over the past eight years. However, it will take time to unwind, unravel and undo the complex web of provisions that are adversely affecting your students and schools—we will still need to be prepared to engage in discussions/negotiations on more equitable reforms to higher education policy. The good news is that both Congress and the Administration are listening to our requests, have begun to take actions in support of our future and are likely to do even more once the key posts are filled within the Department of Education and Congress begins to develop and deliberate on the next series of additions, revisions and rescissions to the Higher Education Act. Be a part of this important conversation and more - register for the 2017 School Leaders Summit today.

We get it. You’ve got enough on your plate. There’s always a deadline, and there’s always somewhere you need to be. It can be hard to genuinely pay attention, especially when you’ve got a long to-do list that’s occupying your mental energy. However, active listening doesn’t just benefit your conversational counterpart -- you also stand to gain from it. From making sure you don’t miss important details, to exercising focus for any important task, putting these phrases into practice can help you become a proactive, empathetic listener. Amanda Zantal-Wiener from Hubspot gives a great reminder on the importance of active listening that will be beneficial both at the office and at home.

Robert Kretzmer of VW Brown Insurance will inform school owners about the new EEOC laws and best practices including Electronic Sharing; EEOC Sexual Orientation rules and Transgender Individuals; ADA Disability laws; EEOC Leave of Absence Rules; New Department of Labor rules on Independent Contractors; Litigation Avoidance from Class Action Lawsuits; E-Mail Communications; Active Shooter Updates; and, Claims Reporting.

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For more than 20 years, educators from around the nation turn the tables each summer and go from teacher to student at the CEA Annual Convention. And back by popular demand, this year’s convention includes the addition of an Admissions & Marketing track, making it the CEA & AMP Annual Convention. Refuel your passion with innovative workshops and presentations on classroom methodology, admissions and marketing. Register now!