Male educators from across the community can gain valuable knowledge during the R1 Male Conference: “Scoring Success through Collaboration.”
The conference will be held Saturday, March 15 at Olympia Learning Center (621 Bluff Road, Columbia, SC 29201) from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. The deadline to register is March 7.
The goal of the conference is create a platform for male educators from various backgrounds to teach, mentor and recruit each other. Topics covered during the conference will include time management, leadership, self-care, support for aspiring and new educators, and having a worklife balance.
While the conference’s primary target audience is
male educators, it is open to anyone who would like to attend. Joseph Bell, Richland One’s 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year, is the lead coordinator of the inaugural conference.
“Join us at the R1 Male Conference, where we will celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of men in education. Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences and explore innovative strategies that enhance learning environments for all students,” Bell said. “Together, we can inspire change, foster collaboration and empower the next generation. Your voice matters – let’s make it heard.”
For more information about the conference, contact Joseph Bell at joseph.bell@richlandone.org”>joseph.bell@richlandone.org.
