Name: How Clearly Defining Culture can Create Better Attendance and the School Environment
Start: 2026-07-29T10:30:00-0500
End: 2026-07-29T11:15:00-0500

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How Clearly Defining Culture can Create Better Attendance and the School Environment

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT

Short Creek 4

This session examines how clearly defining school culture can lead to significant gains in attendance and engagement. Billings Schools developed a shared vision that shaped attitudes, behaviors, and daily routines—resulting in stronger relationships and measurable improvements in attendance rates. Attendees will learn practical steps to build a culture that inspires both students and staff to show up and thrive.

Speakers

Justin Snider

Principal, Billings Elementary

I am just finishing my 20th year in education. I was a HS PE teacher/Varsity Baseball Coach/JH Volleyball coach for most of my career, with some basketball mixed in early for the first 15 years of my educational career. I am one of the few people who got to end their coaching car... Read More →

Wednesday July 29, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Short Creek 4

Breakout Session Offered 1x

AUDIENCE Elementary, Middle/Junior High
LEVEL Any

2026 GOCSD Innovation Summit

Justin Snider

Attendees (41)

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2026 GOCSD Innovation Summit

Justin Snider

Attendees (41)

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