Join us in Selma, Alabama for the
2025 Parent Symposium

August 9, 2025

Selma Convention Center

REGISTER TODAY!

About the event

Join parents, educators, advocates, and community leaders from across Alabama for a powerful day of learning, connection, and advocacy. This year’s theme, #Intentional, calls us to focus with purpose on equipping families to shape the future of education in our state.

We are proud to bring Center Stage, Dr. Howard Fuller, renowned education activist and longtime champion for equity and school choice.

Expect dynamic speakers, hands-on sessions, and opportunities to lift your voice and leave with tools that make a difference.

Center Stage: A Conversation w/Dr. Howard Fuller 

Center Stage: A Conversation w/Dr. Howard Fuller 

Dr. Howard Fuller

civil rights activist and fierce education advocate

Symposium Speakers

Shanell Dunns
Shanell DunnsMistress of Program
Tyler Barnett
Tyler Barnett Panelist
Clinton Woods
Clinton Woods Panelist
Tonya Jones
Tonya Jones Panelist
Stephen Bridgers
Stephen Bridgers Panelist
Alisha Thomas Searcy
Alisha Thomas SearcyModerator
Kenneth Campbell
Kenneth CampbellModerator
Aasimah Navlakhi
Aasimah Navlakhi Panelist
Chris Carter
Chris CarterPanelist
Trillo Shipman
Trillo ShipmanPanelist
William “Bill” Brown
William “Bill” BrownPanelist
Senator Rob Stewart
Senator Rob StewartPanelist
Warren “Billy” Young
Warren “Billy” YoungPanelist
LaShundra Richmond
LaShundra Richmond Facilitator

Staying in Selma

Guests can book their rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Selma, AL using the booking link below or by calling 334-874-1000 and pressing 1 for Reservations. Be sure to mention Group Code: BAS to receive the group rate.

Reservations must be made by July 27, 2025 to receive the discounted rate of $119 + tax

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