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Tuesday, June 24
 

1:20pm CDT

Navigating Students’ Pathways: Embracing AI/AR/VR's Role in Education LIMITED
Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:20pm - 2:10pm CDT
Waterway 2
Discover how school districts, technical centers, community colleges and universities across Texas are using augmented reality, virtual reality and AI to innovate their STEM and CTE programs.

This session will feature Ben Peterson, former CTE Director at North East ISD, who has taken a unique approach to workforce preparedness with his students. Using AR/VR computers, Ben rotated students through hands-on activities in STEM, Health Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Agri-Science, and Transportation to expose students to career pathways. This approach has led to improved achievement, engagement, motivation, and workforce preparedness.

Speakers
avatar for Ben Peterson

Ben Peterson

Account Executive, zSpace, Inc.
zSpace is the leading evidence-based augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) platform providing innovative hands-on, experiential learning to improve achievement in science, math, and career and technical education credentialing.A comprehensive solution consisting of Windows-based AR/VR... Read More →
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Alex Donaghy

CTE Program Specialist, Richardson ISD
Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:20pm - 2:10pm CDT
Waterway 2
  Breakout
 
Wednesday, June 25
 

10:00am CDT

Enabling Data-Driven Governance: School Board and Leadership Dashboards LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 3
A look at how Comal ISD, in partnership with DecisionEd, implemented specialty dashboards specifically for Board of Trustee and Executive Cabinet use.  We will discuss the types of data presented, the process for developing the dashboards, and the process for deploying the dashboards to the Trustees and Executive Cabinet.  
Speakers
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Jarrett Cochran

Director of Enterprise Systems, Comal ISD
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Mary Kay Gianoutsos

Analytic Architect, DecisionEd
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Scott Monroe

Chief Information Officer, Comal ISD
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 3
  Breakout

10:00am CDT

Seeing the Invisible: Leading Through Empowerment LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 8
Your boots-on-the ground technology workers are often your greatest resource, if you let them be! Learn how our district uses actionable strategies to establish peer-led trainings and advisory groups. We will discuss how Northside ISD empowers our frontline technology specialists and uses their invaluable insights to build a stronger, more collaborative, and efficient technology department.
Speakers
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Miranda Snider

Director for Technology Training & Development., Northside ISD
I am the Director of NISD's Technology Service's Training & Development department. We oversee the campus staff that manage tech equipment & train on technology. We also create training materials/resources for District tech initiatives & provide professional development opportunities... Read More →
avatar for Blade Harmel

Blade Harmel

Assistant Director of Technology Training & Development, Northside ISD
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 8
  Breakout

10:00am CDT

Stronger Together - Gen AI Shared Solutions LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 1
Join us to hear from a panel of Texas K12 leaders who are blazing a trail with their innovative and courageous approaches to system-wide Generative AI adoption. Following the TETL/GTS Gen AI Leadership Summits in 2024, several district leaders have worked to prepare their systems for the rapidly changing landscape of AI. Dr. Suzanne Newell will be joined by Jacque Fewin of Lubbock-Cooper ISD, Kelly Grigg of Deer Park ISD, Leann Kidd of Northside ISD, and Dr. Robin Stout of Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD.
Speakers
avatar for Jacque Fewin, CETL

Jacque Fewin, CETL

Executive Director of Technology, Lubbock-Cooper ISD
Educator since 1992. Administrator since 2008. Executive Director of Technology since 2012. I believe that success happens when I contribute to a greater cause. How I do that is by solving complex and challenging problems. Ultimately what I bring is a trusting relationship where others... Read More →
avatar for Kelly Grigg

Kelly Grigg

Director of Instructional Technology, Deer Park ISD
avatar for Robin Stout

Robin Stout

Chief Technology Officer, Carrollton-Farmers Branch
avatar for Leann Kidd

Leann Kidd

Executive Director Tech Services, Northside ISD
avatar for Suzanne Newell

Suzanne Newell

Chief Education Strategist, GTS
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 1
  Breakout, panel of experts

10:55am CDT

AI for School Leaders: A Strategic Approach to Implementation, Policy & Purpose LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 7
School leaders are being bombarded with AI tools—but how do you lead with purpose instead of panic? This session goes beyond tools to explore how to strategically implement AI with clarity and confidence. We’ll examine frameworks for policy, professional learning, and ethical integration grounded in real-world examples from forward thinking districts.
Speakers
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Amy Mayer

Chief Sales Officer, friEDTech
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 7
  Breakout

10:55am CDT

Let's Not Reinvent the Wheel - TETL's new Gen AI Consortium Shared Resources LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 1
Come explore the new TETL shared Google drive and the contributions of its Gen AI Consortium member districts and see how you can benefit from what your colleagues have already built.
Speakers
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Jeremy Walker

Executive Director of Technology, Friendswood ISD
avatar for Suzanne Newell

Suzanne Newell

Chief Education Strategist, GTS
Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 1
  Breakout

1:00pm CDT

Navigating High-Stakes Dialogue in K-12 Education LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Waterway 7
In the ever-evolving world of educational technology, school district leaders must master the art of high-stakes communication. This session, inspired by Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High, empowers technology leaders to approach difficult conversations with confidence, clarity, and empathy. Whether you're addressing misalignment with administrators, negotiating with vendors, or managing conflict within your team, you'll learn practical strategies to stay focused on results, foster collaboration, and maintain strong relationships under pressure. Join us to build the communication skills that drive positive outcomes and strengthen your leadership impact in public education.
Speakers
avatar for Cara Carter

Cara Carter

CTO, Northwest ISD
avatar for Robin Stout

Robin Stout

Chief Technology Officer, Carrollton-Farmers Branch
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Jeremy Walker

Executive Director of Technology, Friendswood ISD
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Waterway 7
  Breakout

1:00pm CDT

When Your Cybersecurity Assessment Goes Up in Flames: What’s Next? LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Waterway 3
Learn how we uncovered vulnerabilities, leveraged resources, and implemented strategies to strengthen our cybersecurity posture. Discover tools and best practices to bridge gaps, enhance defenses, and ensure resilience. Ideal for anyone looking to turn weaknesses into opportunities and bolster their organization’s security foundation.lea
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Lanicek

Amanda Lanicek

CTO, Springtown ISD
Amanda serves as the Chief Technology Officer in Springtown ISD.
Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Waterway 3
  Breakout

2:30pm CDT

The IMPACT Initiative: Building a Connected Tech Services Team LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT
Waterway 2
To navigate evolving needs, Northside ISD's 'IMPACT Initiative' leverages manager and director leadership. Explore how Tech Services is building a stronger team, fostering collaboration, and enhancing service to both internal employees and campus customers through strategic challenge statements and unified communication.
Speakers
avatar for Leann Kidd

Leann Kidd

Executive Director Tech Services, Northside ISD
Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT
Waterway 2
  Breakout

3:25pm CDT

Never Waste a Crisis: Leveraging Barriers that lead to Opportunities LIMITED
Wednesday June 25, 2025 3:25pm - 4:15pm CDT
Waterway 7
Speakers
avatar for Angel Vales

Angel Vales

Assistant Superintendent Technology, Austin ISD
Dr. Angel Vales currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent of Technology at Austin ISD. With over 15 years of experience in public education, Dr. Vales has served in two of the biggest school districts in Texas, Dallas and Austin, in a variety of roles and departments including... Read More →
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Oscar Rodriguez

CTO, Austin ISD
Wednesday June 25, 2025 3:25pm - 4:15pm CDT
Waterway 7
  Breakout
 
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