

After a full day of sessions, come relax and enjoy food, drinks, and meaningful conversations with other student support leaders from across the country. This indoor-outdoor setting features Topgolf Swing Suites, lounge seating, pool tables, and a terrace with fire pits.
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Location: Descend 21, Hyatt Regency Orlando
Cory McCarthy, Chief of Student Support, Boston Public Schools (MA)
Dr. Tia L. Pressey, Executive Director of Engagement and Student Support, Hudson City Schools (NY)
Jose Escribano, Chief of Family and Community Engagement, Springfield Public Schools (MA)
Hear about equity-centered strategies for authentic family engagement that reduce chronic absenteeism and improve mental health outcomes. Learn practical approaches from leaders who are embedding these partnerships into the fabric of their school systems.


Experience our interactive photo booth
Meet our team, grab some great swag, and enter to win a grand prize
Learn about Cartwheel's new School Avoidance program—specialized, evidence-based support that treats the root causes of chronic absenteeism and how one partner district saw a 44% reduction in chronic absenteeism rate