Thomas Thibodeau is the distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership at Viterbo University where he has taught since 1984. Through the years his infectious enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment to leadership and service have also inspired countless colleagues and community members. He is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and also a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource Place of Grace, in La Crosse. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member who lives the Viterbo values. He regularly leads The Ethical Life seminars, often team teaching with Rick Kyte, and also offers a Serving the Common Good seminar focused on homelessness.
Friday February 21, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CST
Sandstone 7
In the evolving education landscape, breaking traditional boundaries to embrace virtual and alternative learning strategies has become crucial. These innovative approaches often hinge on three foundational elements: relationships, values, and academics. Join us to comprehensively explore how relationships, values, and academics can shape effective education strategies in virtual and alternative settings.
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Tundra C/D
We would like to share the nuts and bolts of our GED Option 2 Program. We have been able to successfully develop a program where students build relationships, explore post-secondary options, build confidence, and learn content and test taking strategies in a very supportive and nurturing environment.
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Sandstone 3
This session will provide several strategies to successfully manage a MS Alternative Education classroom, including room set-up, setting high expectations, and using lighting, music and other techniques to create a calm learning environment. Be sure to bring your own best idea to share!
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Tundra E/F
Thomas Thibodeau is the distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership at Viterbo University where he has taught since 1984. Through the years his infectious enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment to leadership and service have also inspired countless colleagues and community members. He is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and also a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource Place of Grace, in La Crosse. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member who lives the Viterbo values. He regularly leads The Ethical Life seminars, often team teaching with Rick Kyte, and also offers a Serving the Common Good seminar focused on homelessness.
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Sandstone 1
We will share a few AI tools that we have used in our alternative education program to assist us in developing and updating our curricular resources. We will also include time to experiment with these tools, network with colleagues, and share other resources with fellow participants. Come with an open mind and an idea of which area(s) you need resources in.
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Sandstone 8/9
Would also like to fine tune this with the group...A bit of brain research and a lot of sharing of techniques and strategies to help students recover and learn after trauma. Based on "The Body Keeps the Score" and classroom experience.
Friday February 21, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Tundra A/B
