Palmisano to Speak at NCEA Convention

Dr. Melanie Palmisano, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, will join Catholic school teachers and leaders from around the country and the world at theNational Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) 2022 Conventionin New Orleans April 19-21.

Palmisano was selected as a NCEA Convention 2022 presenter from hundreds of proposals submitted by educators in 91 dioceses throughout the country.

“Resilient leadership strategies and techniques are critical for reducing burnout and effectively serving as an educational leader,” said Palmisano about the topic she is presenting April 20. Palmisano has presented at numerous workshops and conventions during her 36-year career in Catholic education.

Attendees will discuss feelings that educators may experience from stress, especially because of the recent pandemic.  Connections to their Catholic educational ministries will be made during discussions of various topics including VUCA environment, rational and emotional systems, reactivity, toxic and healthy triangles, and over- and under-functioning.

 NCEA 2022 Convention will bring together Catholic school educators to learn from experts in the field, collaborate with peers and return to school with actionable insights. This year's in-person and virtual event includes live and on-demand sessions across relevant topics in Catholic education: Data Literacy, Mission and Catholic Identity, Governance and Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Serving All Students and Operational Vitality.