Character Education Conference
Registration is now open. Click here to register for this fantastic event!
Join us for a day of sharing and learning as we explore the important role that character education and social emotional learning play in improving school culture and academic achievement. Through breakout and keynote sessions, along with pre-conference workshops, participants will interact with like-minded colleagues to share and learn strategies to engage their students and help them develop into ethical citizens.
- Individual Registrant - $249
- Groups of three or more - $229/each
- High school and Alverno students - $40
- Non-Alverno students (undergraduate/graduate) - $125
- LACCS alum - $219
2025 Conference Keynote
CharacterStrong's Kat Pastor
Speaker, National School Counselor of the Year 2016, Coach, and Student and Education Advocate
The Character Journey: Thriving Together Through Well-Being, Belonging and Engagement
Educators play a pivotal role in guiding the character journey of students while fostering a culture of care and connection on campus. How can we intentionally shape the climate in our schools to support the holistic growth of both students and staff? Today’s school systems must prioritize well-being, belonging, and engagement—not just for students but for educators as well. This keynote offers practical, low-burden strategies that empower staff to align their actions with shared values, driving meaningful change and strengthening students’ academic, social-emotional, and character development. Together, we can build thriving, inclusive school communities where every individual flourishes on their character journey.
Event Day Details
Parking at Alverno: We recommend Lot A, the covered structure right off 43rd Street. Please see campus map below for additional information.
Traveling from out of town? We have a block of rooms held at the Hampton Inn & Suites.
Hampton Inn & Suites Franklin
6901 South 76th Street
Franklin, WI 53132
414-427-4800 (Hotel)
Guests can use this group booking link to book rooms or they can call the hotel directly at 414-427-4800, select option "0," then ask for the Character Education Conference group block rate.
Group booking code: CEC
Conference Sponsors
The School District of South Milwaukee in partnership with Alverno College and WCEP
