The Power of Attention:
An Afternoon with Doug Lemov
Keynote, Q&A, and networking hour — hosted by Accelerate Cincinnati
First 50 registrants receive a FREE signed copy of Teach Like a Champion 3.0
About the Speaker
Doug Lemov
Doug Lemov is a teacher, coach, and author best known for his groundbreaking book Teach Like a Champion, now in its 3.0 version, a comprehensive guide to the classroom techniques of the most effective teachers in the country.
He's also the co-author of the Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading, co-written with Colleen Driggs and Erica Woolway, which describes how cognitive science can be better applied to the teaching of reading.
Doug has spent decades studying what separates great teachers from the rest — and translating those insights into practical, replicable techniques that educators can use immediately.
Doug is also a passionate soccer coach and author of The Coach's Guide to Teaching. He has coached youth and collegiate soccer and served as a technical advisor for professional clubs, bringing the same lens of deliberate practice and skill development to the athletic field.
Doug holds a BA in English from Hamilton College, an MA in English Literature from Indiana University, and an MBA from the Harvard Business School.
He and his wife live in upstate New York. They have three children whom they hope they raised sensibly and with limits, and a dog, Pepper, to whom they can't seem to say no.
Date & Time
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM, with an optional networking hour until 6:30 PM
Who Should Attend
Educators from across AGS partner schools — principals, teachers, instructional staff, and athletic directors. Expect a highly dynamic session with a mix of small-group and large-group participation to spark fresh ideas and connections. Space is limited to 150 attendees.
Event Schedule
An afternoon built for educators.
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Keynote: The Power of Attention
Doug Lemov explores how deliberate attention and focused practice elevate instruction — with connections to leadership, the classroom, and sports.
Optional: Networking Hour
Mingle with other educators and enjoy some hors d'oeuvres while taking in the skyline of the city.
Event Concludes
Free for First 50 Registrants
Teach Like a Champion 3.0
The definitive guide to classroom techniques — updated with new research and strategies. The first 50 people to register will receive a free signed copy at the event.
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Secure your seat for an afternoon with Doug Lemov — space is limited to 150 attendees.
Questions? acceleratecincinnati@leadershipacademy.org