P.A.L.M. T.R.E.E. Symposium presented by A.B.A.P.

P.A.L.M. T.R.E.E. Symposium is a professional development conference hosted by the Association of Black Argumentation Professionals (A.B.A.P.). Its designed to equip educators with innovative teaching tools and creative coaching strategies to invigorate critical thinking and comprehension geared towards students of color. The conference is being hosted at the beautiful University of Miami campus by the Communications Department. Act now for your chance to be part of this unique experience. 
We offer training in four (4) distinct areas:
1. "Its takes a village" sessions - Being an educator often requires more than book knowledge and degrees. As we continue to strive to provide support, guidance and leadership to the future leaders of the world we must equip ourselves with the tools necessary for success. These sessions are geared towards developing critical teaching skills, behavioral management and classroom readiness for students of all ages and backgrounds. 

Behavioral Management

Lesson Plan preparation

Time management 

Debate as a Heuristic

2. "Value in Diversity" Sessions - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives are quickly becoming the standard by which schools, businesses and team cultures are built. As the world continues to change and adapt to the growing demand of these changes we seek innovative speakers, educators and collaborators to share their work on a national platform. 

Anti-blackness in education

Teaching “at-risk” populations

White Privilege

Micro-Aggressions

Supporting LGBTQ Students

Creating “safer” spaces

“Ally”ship 

Creating Access-Oriented Education

3. "C.R.E.A.M." Sessions - As Wu Tang once proclaimed, cash rules everything around me. Money isn’t everything but it is crucial to aid in providing support, training and education to students. Raising money, applying for grants and soliciting small businesses for assistance are all vital tools of sustainability that we must learn. 

Grant writing

Fundraising

Strategic Partnerships

Private Donations

Angel Investors

4. "Who Run the world" Sessions - From tabroom certification to growing your organization institutional support is a vital part of achieving your mission. These sessions include:

Tabbing Tournaments

File Organization

Travel Accomodations

Title IX Compliance

Hotel Information:
This year we are staying at the Embassy Suites Miami International Airport. Click the link below to book your room(s). 
https://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personalized/M/MIASPES-ABA-20191212/index.jhtmlWT.mc_id=POG