Neola is proud to collaborate with our national education law partner, Husch Blackwell, at the Education Law Association (ELA) Annual Conference in Kansas City, MO. Together, our teams are leading multiple sessions focused on the most timely and complex legal and policy issues impacting schools today.
The Education Law Association is dedicated to fostering thoughtful dialogue, research, and professional growth among education law scholars and practitioners who advance fairness, equity, and excellence in education. Neola shares this mission—supporting school boards and leaders through legally informed policy solutions that promote safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments.
On November 6 and 7, 2025, Neola President Amanda Clapp, Esq. and Neola Vice President of Administrative Services Scott Brown will join Husch Blackwell attorneys to present three dynamic sessions:
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“The Law of DE&I: Building Educational Environments to Promote Belonging in Challenging Times”
Equipping education leaders with the tools to create inclusive and legally compliant learning environments.
Presenters: Mackenzie Conway, Claire Young, Amanda Clapp, and Scott Brown -
“Artificial Intelligence in Education: Navigating Policies, Training, and Curriculum Development”
Exploring how school leaders can thoughtfully approach AI through clear policies, professional development, and curriculum design.
Presenters: Aleks O. Rushing, Mackenzie Conway, Amanda Clapp, and Scott Brown -
“Riding the Legal Tides to Mitigate Risk to Schools”
Empowering educators, administrators, and legal professionals to collaborate effectively in creating safe, equitable, and legally sound learning environments.
Presenters: Aleks Rushing, Claire Young, Amanda Clapp, and Scott Brown
Through this partnership, Husch Blackwell’s national education law practice and Neola’s policy expertise work hand in hand to help schools navigate an evolving legal landscape while prioritizing student success. We look forward to connecting with education law professionals and contributing to ELA’s mission of advancing understanding and excellence in education law.