Roots & Rise 2026 : Community Convention and Summer Celebration Fundraiser
The Palm Beach Association of School Psychologists hosts its inaugural Community Convention, Fundraiser, and Celebration on Wednesday, June 3rd from 9:30am – 3pm. Registration is free to join a day of learning, connection, and advocacy in Downtown West Palm Beach. However, we welcome donations, as this a fundraiser for non profit organizations in Palm Beach County who serve at the highest standard.
Families, educators and community leaders will enjoy presentations and exhibits on overall wellbeing, education and advocacy. School psychologists can earn professional development hours toward NASP CPDs and DOH Licensing CEs. The convention will also feature a nonprofit exhibit and a showcase of local Palm Beach County businesses focused on wellbeing and health.
The day's keynote, delivered by Dr. Austin Cole on legislative advocacy, will lead into a townhall-style discussion where attendees will collectively surface the local issues and themes most in need of change, shaping proposals to bring to local and state leaders.
This event is for persons 18+. Proceeds from this event are a charitable donation to Non-Profits serving Palm Beach County.
Register for Community Convention
9AM Check in opens
9:30am - 10:30am - Presentation A
10:35am - 11:35am - Business Exhibit Hall
11:40am - 12:40pm - Presentation A & B (You choose)
12:45pm - 12:55pm - Break
1:00 pm - 3:00pm - Keynote Presentation
Keynote SpeakerDr. Austin Cole
Austin R. Cole, Ph.D., NCSP is a school psychologist, researcher, and association leader whose work focuses on school mental health, motivation, and educational equity. A postdoctoral fellow with the USF School Mental Health Collaborative Center and Chair of the Public Policy and Professional Relations committee of the Florida Association of School Psychologists, Dr. Cole is a passionate advocate for Florida's students and the school psychology profession. He believes that when school psychologists find their collective voice, they change outcomes for children.