Connecticut Council for Education Reform  Best Practices ForumMarch 28, 20138:30 AM — 3:00 PMOmni HotelNew Haven, CT Join Connecticut education leaders and national experts to learn more about strategic innovations that are having the greatest effect in closing achievement gaps while raising overall student performance.   Keynote Address: Dr. Alan IngramDr. Ingram is the Deputy Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, where he oversees Accountability and Targeted Assistance, Planning & Policy, Student Support, and Educator Quality. Formerly, Dr. Ingram served as Superintendent of Public Schools in Springfield Massachusetts, and has held various high level positions in public education agencies at state and federal levels.  Leadership PanelEngage with a panel of Connecticut education leaders who will discuss implementation successes and challenges. Talks on Targeted InterventionsDiscuss interventions with experts in these key areas:                              ·         English Language Learners;                              ·         Extended Learning Time;                              ·         Early Learning; and                              ·         Early Literacy. For more information, visit our website! Standard Event Ticket 25.00