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Monday Breakfast, Opening Session, & Keynote Speaker
MONDAY NOVEMBER 21
7:30–8:20 a.m. California Ballroom A BREAKFAST AND OPENING REMARKS
Invisible to Visible: Developing Leadership Affinity Groups
FEATURED SPEAKER: ISAAC HUANG
Introduction by: Norman Sales Similar to other historically marginalized groups, Asian and Pacific Islanders (API) have faced stereotypes and false assumptions that have impeded the development of truly embracing inclusive schools that promote culturally responsive practices. Learn about the unique challenges of the API community that led to the formal development of CAAPLE, the first statewide API organization for educational leaders in the K–12 field.
Isaac Huang is a firm believer in growth mindsets and building a culture of active learners. He is focused on equity and diversity and currently serves on the Conejo Valley Unified School District’s Inaugural Equity Task Force. Furthermore, he is an advocate for the power of mentorship. A graduate of the CALSA Mentoring Program Cohort 12, Isaac dedicates his free time to serving others through his work on the CALSA Mentoring Committee and is working with fellow Asian administrators in the formal development of CAAPLE (California Association of Asian & Pacific Leaders in Education).
He started his career teaching toddlers and preschool-aged children before becoming an elementary school teacher and then a TOSA (Teacher on Special Assignment) focused on curriculum and second language acquisition. Isaac has also spent time teaching learners at Rose City Continuation High School in Pasadena and postsecondary candidates in the MAT Program at the University of Southern California as an adjunct professor. He has served as assistant principal at both the elementary and middle school levels. He is currently the principal and lead learner at Madrona Elementary, which supports the moderate and severe special education needs of children in the Conejo Valley Unified School District.
