2025 TETL Summer Conference: Full Schedule

8:50am CDT

Houston K12 Collaborative LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 8:50am - 9:40am CDT

Join our technology group for a collaborative space to discuss innovative ideas, address challenges, and explore solutions. Together, we'll share insights, align on technology roadmaps, and stay ahead of trends. This group fosters open dialogue to enhance growth and innovation in the tech landscape, ensuring we stay at the forefront of developments and drive meaningful change.

Speakers

Troy Neal

Executive Director Cybersecurity and Technology, Spring Branch ISD

Troy Neal, Executive Director of Cybersecurity and Technology Operations at Spring Branch ISD is an accomplished IT leader with demonstrated success implementing strategic IT initiatives in educational settings. Troy was named SearchCIO-Midmarket IT Leader of the Year and selected... Read More →

Christy Hedrick

Director of Technology Operations, Spring ISD

Dustin Hardin

CTO, Clear Creek ISD

Jason Piazza

Director of Technology Services, Tomball ISD

Tuesday June 24, 2025 8:50am - 9:40am CDT
Waterway 7

2-hour Workshop, Interactive Discussion

Area Strategic Planning

8:50am CDT

From 900 to 125 tools: The Journey to a Streamlined EdTech Ecosystem LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 8:50am - 9:40am CDT

Waterway 3

Ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of EdTech tools in your district? Join me as I share my experience of tackling this challenge head-on! I'll walk you through the steps we took to go from 900+ tools down to 125 in just one year. We'll discuss practical strategies like engaging stakeholders, analyzing data, and navigating tough conversations. Leave this session with actionable ideas to streamline your own EdTech ecosystem and maximize your impact on student learning.

Speakers

Torie Marquez

Director of Technology, Fort Sam Houston ISD

Tuesday June 24, 2025 8:50am - 9:40am CDT
Waterway 3

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

9:45am CDT

Houston K12 Collaborative LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 9:45am - 10:35am CDT

Waterway 7

Speakers

Christy Hedrick

Director of Technology Operations, Spring ISD

Dustin Hardin

CTO, Clear Creek ISD

Jason Piazza

Director of Technology Services, Tomball ISD

Troy Neal

Executive Director Cybersecurity and Technology, Spring Branch ISD

Tuesday June 24, 2025 9:45am - 10:35am CDT
Waterway 7

2-hour Workshop, Interactive Discussion

Area Strategic Planning

1:20pm CDT

The Key to Successful ERP Implementation: The Critical Role of Planning and Analysis LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:20pm - 2:10pm CDT

Waterway 8

In this presentation, we will explore the essential role that thorough planning and detailed analysis play in the successful implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. We'll examine how a well-structured approach can help organizations avoid common pitfalls, reduce risks, and ensure that the ERP system aligns with business goals. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of why strategic planning and meticulous analysis are the foundation of a successful ERP implementation.

Speakers

Bryon Kolbeck

Chief Technology Officer, Lewisville ISD

Bryon Kolbeck is the Chief Technology Officer for Lewisville ISD. Lewisville ISD is located approximately 25 miles Northwest of Dallas and with his leadership the Technology Department oversees over 50K iPads and maintains one of the largest public-sector fiber optic networks in Denton... Read More →

Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:20pm - 2:10pm CDT
Waterway 8

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

2:50pm CDT

From Vision to Action: Elevating Your IT Department with a Strategic Roadmap for Continuous Improvement LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT

Waterway 3

Discover how San Antonio ISD's IT department used a strategic roadmap to drive continuous improvement and digital transformation. Learn how to align vision, empower staff, and create an actionable plan that elevates your team's impact. Leave with practical strategies to build a collaborative, mission-driven culture of improvement.

Speakers

Eugene Gonzalez

Exec Dir, Info Tech, SAISD

Eva Rodriguez Mendoza

Chief Information Technology officer, San Antonio ISD

Stephen Haskin

Director of IT Program Management, San Antonio ISD

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT
Waterway 3

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

2:50pm CDT

Getting a Clear Picture of Your Staffing Reality in a Fast Growth District LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT

Waterway 2

Join a fast-growth district to learn how siloed technology departments came together to develop unified technology teams. Collaborating with iSphere, Conroe ISD identified emerging top-tier operational technology school districts among the 27 largest school districts in Texas. With this clear picture of reality, Conroe ISD is developing a long-range technology strategic plan (aligned with district goals and objectives) for driving technology initiatives within our fast growth district over the next five years.

Speakers

Jarod Lambert

Director, Information Systems, Conroe ISD

Karen Fuller

Director Technology Innovation, iSphere

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT
Waterway 2

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

2:50pm CDT

Maximizing Technology Budgets: Smart Financing Strategies for K-12 Schools LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT

Waterway 7

With shrinking budgets and rising demands for up-to-date technology, how can school districts ensure they have the tools they need without breaking the bank? This panel of K-12 education leaders will share real-world strategies for overcoming budget deficits through technology leasing and financing solutions. Learn how districts are maximizing resources, maintaining sustainable tech refresh cycles, and making strategic financial decisions that support long-term success.

Speakers

Lacey Gosch

Assistant Supper Intendant, Judson ISD

Shad McGaha

CTO, Belton ISD

Austin Contreras

Chief Technology Officer, Corsicana ISD

Kyle Singer

Vice President, Insight Financial Services

Jake Howard

Vice President, Insight Financial Services

If you want to explore creative ways to fund your technology projects, I'm your guy! We have dozens of customers attending TETL, and I'd be happy to introduce you to one of them to ask about their experience working with me.

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT
Waterway 7

Breakout, panel of experts

Area Strategic Planning

2:50pm CDT

Securing the Future: District Data Governance at Every Scale LIMITED

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT

Waterway 8

Join us for an engaging Q&A-style panel featuring leaders from school districts of varying sizes as they share their journeys in implementing effective data governance. From mid-sized communities to large urban enterprise systems, each panelist will discuss how their district tackled the challenges of establishing ownership, documenting processes, managing and securing data, the strategies that worked, and the lessons learned along the way. Discover how thoughtful governance can build trust, strengthen security, and create scalable solutions across educational landscapes.

Speakers

Heather Potts

Director Information Systems, Ector County ISD

Melissa McCalla

CTO, Pasadena ISD

Samantha Sotelo

IS Student Applications Manager, Ector County ISD

Jennifer Grimm

Director of Information Services and Applications, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:50pm - 3:40pm CDT
Waterway 8

Breakout, panel of experts

Area Strategic Planning

8:30am CDT

E-Rate Program Under Attack LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT

Waterway 6

As the political climate changes, many federal programs like E-Rate could experience significant impacts. Almost every school district in the country depends on this funding. What happens if the money disappears? We will explore the history of the E-Rate program and learn strategies on how schools can future proof their technology plans.

Speakers

Conley Isom

Lead E-Rate Specialist, Region 12 Education Service Center

I am a Lead E-Rate Specialist with ESC Region 12 E-Rate Consulting and a certified member of the E-Rate Management Professionals Association. Our organization assists over 280 school districts in Texas with E-Rate funding. We are customer driven consultants who strive to build relationships... Read More →

Tyler Rains

E-Rate Specialist

Wednesday June 25, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
Waterway 6

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

8:30am CDT

Unlocking Innovation: How Access Control Secures Your Legacy LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT

Waterway 8

Physical security is the foundation of every innovative learning environment. In this session, we’ll explore how modern access control systems go beyond doors and keys to support district-wide innovation, safety, and scalability. Learn how smart access decisions today can protect your schools, enhance operational efficiency, and future-proof your campuses—ensuring the legacy you build is one of both innovation and trust.

Speakers

Nick Baird

Director of Networks and Infrastructure, Lubbock-Cooper ISD

Wednesday June 25, 2025 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
Waterway 8

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

10:00am CDT

Ctrl+Alt+Delete: Rebooting IT Support in Our District LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Waterway 6

Managing technology across a modern school district is no small task and our legacy IT Service Management and Asset systems weren't cutting it. Join us as we walk through our district’s journey to identify, implement, and begin adopting a new ITSM and ITAM platform. We’ll explore the challenges we faced with our old system, the discovery process for finding a better fit, and the real-world lessons learned through implementation. With over six months of data and experience in our new platform, we’ll share early wins, lingering hurdles, and what’s next on our roadmap. Whether you're considering a similar upgrade or already in the middle of one, you’ll leave with practical insights and a clearer picture of what transformation looks like in the K-12 IT world.

Speakers

Dr. Leslie Garakani

Executive Director of Technology Services, Klein ISD

Chad Greene

Director of Technology Operations, Klein ISD

Glen Piper

Manager - Service Desk, Klein ISD

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 6

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

10:00am CDT

The Connected Legacy: Breaking Barriers to Build What Lasts LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Waterway 7

Ever feel like your tech, curriculum, and admin teams speak different languages? You’re not alone. In this 50-minute session, we’ll uncover what really happens when departments stop working in isolation and start building together. From account provisioning and rostering to secure data practices and rock-solid infrastructure, we’ll explore how collaboration—not just tech—delivers the backbone K-12 needs.

Speakers

Matt Green

Director of Technology Services, Lubbock-Cooper ISD

As the Director of a Technology Services at Lubbock-Cooper ISD, I oversee and coordinate the integration and use of 11,000+ Apple products. I enjoy finding inefficient processes that take a lot of time and reforming them into efficient and effective workflows that benefit all stakeholders/audiences... Read More →

Nick Baird

Director of Networks and Infrastructure, Lubbock-Cooper ISD

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Waterway 7

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

10:55am CDT

School Buses: More Than Just a Ride LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT

Waterway 6

Spring ISD has transformed school transportation by integrating technology for a smarter, safer experience. This innovation enhances safety, improves communication, and builds trust with families and campuses. Through a seamless partnership with contracted services, accurate data syncs with the student tracking system, allowing real-time bus and student tracking. Parents receive instant push alerts and emails, keeping everyone connected. School buses are now a vital part of a secure, connected learning journey.
Join us for the ride of your life!

Speakers

Christina Riojas

Director Transportation, Spring ISD

Kelly Gilbert

Senior Analyst, Spring ISD/Contractor

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 6

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

10:55am CDT

Strategic Planning -- By Accident LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT

Waterway 2

Planning comes in all shapes and sizes. Understanding how each of the organizational pieces fits together is essential to organizational change. Learn how one technology organization weaved together disparate projects to form a coherent plan for organizational change. Priorities emerged from the day-to-day work of the department, and on-going reflection led to the development of a meaningful approach to strategic technology planning.

Speakers

Jarod Lambert

Director, Information Systems, Conroe ISD

Mindy Harding

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Conroe ISD

Mindy Harding is Conroe ISD’s Instructional Technology Coordinator. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Texas A&M University, and her master’s degree in Instructional Technology from the University of Houston - Clear Lake. Mindy has been in education for 20 years... Read More →

Wednesday June 25, 2025 10:55am - 11:45am CDT
Waterway 2

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning

3:25pm CDT

Learning & Growing after a Technology Audit LIMITED

Wednesday June 25, 2025 3:25pm - 4:15pm CDT

Waterway 3

In the words of Benjamin Franklin, ‘An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.’ RISD’s Technology Department went through an audit in 2020 and again in 2025. This included an in-depth look at:
*Alignment with district goals
*Infrastructure & Systems
*Digital Learning
*Governance & Decision Making
*Community & Stakeholder Engagement
We will share the Top 10 Lessons Learned and how adjustments are being made to better support the district’s strategic plan, enable current best practices, and plan for the future of the department.

Speakers

Henry Hall

CTO, Richardson ISD

Robin Gunter

Executive Director of Instructional Technology, Richardson ISD

Wednesday June 25, 2025 3:25pm - 4:15pm CDT
Waterway 3

Breakout

Area Strategic Planning