Conference Agenda

Day 01

Sunday, Jan 18th

Time 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Committee

Conference Committee Meeting

Location Point Loma
Time 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Board

NAPSEC Board of Directors & NCASES Commission Luncheon

Location Belmont
By Invitation Only

Sponsor: Marketing Business Solutions

Time 12:00 AM - 4:00 PM General

Registration

Location Main Lobby
Time 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Board

NAPSEC Board of Directors Meeting

Location Mariner Point
Time 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM Exhibitor

Exhibitor Setup

Location Regatta Pavilion
Time 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Commission

NCASES Commission Meeting

Location Mariner Point
Time 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Social

Newcomer Reception

Location Sunset Terrace

This reception provides an opportunity for first time attendees to meet NAPSEC Board Members and other new attendees in a smaller setting immediately before the Welcome Reception.

Welcome Reception

Location Banyan Court & Lawn

Catch up with colleagues and make new friends over light bites and drinks on the beautiful Banyan Court & Lawn.

Sponsor: Partlow Insurance

Day 02

Monday, Jan 19th

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Breakfast

Breakfast Roundtable: NJASEPS Breakfast Roundtable

Location Crown Point

An informal opportunity for New Jersey State Association members to join a facilitated discussion with other NJASEPS members.

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Breakfast

Breakfast Roundtable

Location Mariner Point

Connect with colleagues from residential programs for a relaxed breakfast roundtable focused on timely issues and on-the-ground experiences.

Sponsor: League School for Autism

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast

Breakfast Buffet

Location Regatta Pavilion

Sponsor: St. Ann's Home and School

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM General

Registration

Location Bayview Foyer
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Exhibits

Exhibits

Location Regatta Pavilion
Time 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Keynote

KEYNOTE: My Struggle Is My Strength - I'm Just a Kid with an IEP

Location Bayview Ballroom

Presenter: Jordan Toma

Jordan Toma is a top motivational speaker who teaches by example. Diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia and dysgraphia, Jordan struggled through school but turned things around during a pre-college program and graduated from Centenary University with a 3.3 GPA. Today he is a successful businessman and top insurance agent who speaks across the country about finding strength through struggles.

Sponsor: St. Ann's Home and School

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Break

Coffee Break

Location Regatta Pavilion

Sponsor: ScenicView Academy

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Leadership is the Strategy

Location Bayview I

Presenter: Jenny Livelli

Directors and administrators in special education face high staff turnover and burnout. This session gives leaders a plan to grow talent from within their teams.

Sponsor: Phillips Programs

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Interprofessional Collaboration to Support Individuals with Profound Autism

Location Bayview II

Presenter: Willow Hozella, Morgan Levy, Rachel Flaherty

Focus on successful collaboration between speech-language pathology, occupational therapy,
and behavior analysis.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: The Nonprofit Board & ED/CEO Relationship: How to Make it Work Well

Location Bayview III

Presenter: Ken Berger & Jyothish Daniel

Explores the complex relationship between nonprofit boards and full-time CEO/ED.

Sponsor: Spectrum360

12:15 PM - 1:30 PM Special

State of the Association Annual Meeting & Federal Update

Location Regatta Pavilion
Lunch provided

Sponsor: Spectrum360

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Board

NAPSEC Board of Directors Meeting

Location Mariner Point
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Session

NCASES 101: Introduction to Accreditation

Location Bayview I

Learn how NCASES provides national accreditation tailored for private special education
and adult service programs.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Hot-Button Legal Issues Affecting Private Special Education Schools

Location Bayview II

Presenter: David B. Rubin, Esq.

Review developments in the law over the past year of interest to the private school community.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Extreme Makeover: School Edition

Location Bayview III

Presenter: Michael Farrelly and Tracy Lee

Build a new school culture with detailed processes for impactful practices across special education services.

Sponsor: Marketing Business Solutions

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Commission

NCASES Standards Committee Meeting

Location Mariner Point
Time 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Social

Exhibitor Happy Hour

Location Regatta Pavilion

Join our conference exhibitors for a signature cocktail, a fun snack, and another
invaluable NAPSEC networking opportunity!

Time 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Special

NAPSEC Foundation Sunset Cruise

Location Mission Bay Yacht

Support the NAPSEC Foundation while experiencing Mission Bay. This sunset cruise offers a relaxing escape on calm waters aboard a vessel designed for comfort and unobstructed views. Guests will enjoy curated bites and an open bar. Cost is $100 per ticket.

Day 03

Tuesday, Jan 20th

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Committee

Breakfast Roundtable: Adult Services

Location Crown Point

Join fellow adult service providers for an informal breakfast roundtable featuring a facilitated,
open discussion on shared challenges, emerging issues, and practical solutions in the field.

Sponsor: Vista Life Innovations

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Wellness

Wake Up with Wellness: Discover Calm & Connection in 30 Minutes

Location Mariner Point

Presenter: Dr. Danielle Taylor

Step into a restorative 30-minute journey with multisensory strategies—gentle movement,
breathwork, meditation, and sound bathing.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast

Breakfast Buffet

Location Regatta Pavilion

Sponsor: The Benedictine School

Time 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Keynote

Keynote: Pass or Fail? The AI Vibe Check for Education Leaders

Location Bayview Ballroom

Presenter: Rebecca Bultsma

Practical AI strategist Rebecca Bultsma brings cutting-edge intel on leading in the age of artificial intelligence. Learn a simple V.I.B.E. check decision-making framework.

Sponsor: Kennedy Krieger School Programs

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Break

Coffee Break

Location Regatta Pavilion

Sponsor: NJASEPS

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Hot-Button Legal Issues Affecting Private Special Education Schools

Location Bayview I

Presenter: David B. Rubin, Esq.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: The AI Vibe Check in Action: From Policy to Practice

Location Bayview II

Presenter: Rebecca Bultsma

Interactive workshop — bring your laptop and real challenges.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Leading from the Front Lines: The Supervisor's Role in Employee Experience

Location Bayview III

Presenter: Jen M. Renault & Emily Riley

Sponsor: Phillips Programs

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM General

Lunch On Your Own

Location Hotel Dining & Surrounding Venues
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM Media

Spotlight on Our Members: Share Your Organization's Story and Experience with NAPSEC

Location Mariner Point

Stop by our dedicated media room to share your organization's story on NAPSEC social media channels.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Training

NCASES Volunteer Site Reviewer Training

Location Bayview I

Help support our mission to promote excellence in special education.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Tracking & Improving Student Outcomes

Location Bayview II

Presenter: Linda Myers, Ed.D.

Sponsor: The Children's Guild

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Session

Concurrent Session: The Nonprofit Board & ED/CEO Relationship: How to Make it Work Well

Location Bayview III

Presenter:Ken Berger & Jyothish Daniel

Sponsor: Spectrum360

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Commission

NCASES Standards Committee Meeting

Location Bayview I
Time 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Social

NCASES Happy Hour

Location Sunset Terrace

Stop by to relax and learn more about NCASES.

Day 04

Wednesday, Jan 21st

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM AM Committee

Breakfast Roundtable: Workplace Safety

Location Crown Point

Join colleagues for an informal breakfast roundtable focused on workplace safety and
practical strategies for protecting staff.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Committee

Breakfast Roundtable: NAPSEC Member Listening Session

Location Mariner Point

Participate in a NAPSEC member listening session designed to hear directly from members
about priorities, challenges, and emerging needs.

Sponsor: May Institute

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast

Breakfast Buffet

Location Regatta Pavilion
Time 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Keynote

KEYNOTE: TAKE ACTION: TURNING ADVERSITY INTO ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Location Bayview Ballroom

Presenter: Michael Bonner

Michael Bonner explores the power of one decision and how it compounds over
time to create lasting success.

Sponsor: Kennedy Krieger School Programs

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Tracking & Improving Student Outcomes

Location Bayview I

Presenter: Linda Myers, Ed.D.

Sponsor: The Children's Guild

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Extreme Makeover: School Edition

Location Bayview II

Presenter: Michael Farrelly and Tracy Lee

Sponsor: Marketing Business Solutions

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Session

Concurrent Session: Using AI in Education: Embracing Change and Overcoming Fear

Location Bayview III

Presenter: Liz Wohlberg

Explore how AI can be thoughtfully integrated into special education.

Time 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM Awards

Awards Luncheon & Farewell

Location Regatta Pavilion

Celebrate excellence in private special education and adult services. Honor 2026 NAPSEC and NCASES National Award recipients.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Committee

Conference Committee Meeting

Location Bayview III