2025 TETL Summer Conference

David Waugh

In this informative session, come learn how ManagedMethods is implementing advanced Gemini powered artificial intelligence to protect schools against email threats, phishing, social engineering, impersonation and account takeovers. Using advanced Chain of Thought reasoning models developed using the latest breakthrough technology from Google DeepMind Gemini Flash architecture, ManagedMethods continues to be the leader in Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 cybersecurity and student safety.

What is it that really works with edtech? How can we move past digitizing worksheets to engage students in meaningful and relevant ways? What does research on the effective use of edtech actually indicate? How can we best implement these ideas during instruction, and how can we also leverage tools for efficiency? Join this year’s keynote speaker Thomas C. Murray to explore meaningful ways to seamlessly integrate technology resources into your setting and leave with great, useable digital tools and resources for your work! Bring your device, come ready to explore and leave with tools you can use tomorrow!

Join Amanda Lanicek of Springtown ISD and ClassLink to journey through the Cybersecurity Rubric 2.0, discovering how the use of the assessment results will enable you to develop a strategic plan for improvement. The rubric was designed to measure cybersecurity effectiveness in school systems by gauging cybersecurity practice maturity levels against the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework 2.0. We will also explore ClassLink’s Audit Center which provides a central repository where you can store your cybersecurity rubrics you do every single year, gathering that data to help you prioritize your efforts to increase your security posture. Your journey to a more cyber-secure school system begins here!

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.

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.

Learn how a new era of innovation in education is here, transforming what leaders, educators, and students can do with Apple products — and what Apple products can do for them. This session is designed to help school leaders and educators navigate how Apple Intelligence fits into their school and learning environments privately and securely. Explore how Apple Intelligence seamlessly integrates into system experiences and apps used every day, and how new tools such as Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Transcripts use personal context to deliver intelligence that’s useful and relevant, enhancing productivity and creativity.

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is dedicated to helping schools around the world expand what’s possible for learning, create new opportunities for teaching, and establish dynamic environments that inspire both. 

When curriculum and instructional tech teams align, amazing things happen. Ctrl + Alt + Align invites district leaders to explore the power of collaboration—where shared vision, creativity, and innovation come together to design high-impact curriculum resources. Learn how to break past silos, build strong cross-department partnerships, and lead with energy and purpose. The future of learning is connected—let’s create it together!

Andy Eisley and Ashley Brown
This presentation explores the evolution of the E-Rate program, from its inception in 1996 to its current role in supporting broadband connectivity for schools and libraries.
We’ll examine how the program has adapted to support infrastructure growth and the changing technological landscape. Finally, we’ll look ahead at potential policy changes, funding priorities, and risks shaping the future of E-Rate in an increasingly connected world.

Get ready to turn data into a celebration! In this session, we’ll explore how to analyze and share data in a way that excites educators and drives engagement with instructional technology. Discover creative strategies to highlight successes, set meaningful goals, and foster a culture where data isn’t just numbers—it’s a reason to celebrate! Walk away with practical ideas to make data fun, actionable, and impactful in your district.

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.

Learn how Deer Park ISD has harnessed the power of Apple Professional Learning to enhance technology integration into teaching and learning. Through initiatives like the 1:1 Apple iPad Integration Workshop, Executive Leadership Coaching, Apple Learning Coach, and On-Site Coaching, Deer Park ISD empowers educators with the expertise to seamlessly embed best practices to help build a culture of innovation on every campus.

Presented by: Macara Aloi,

In today’s rapidly evolving education landscape, maintaining a sustainable and effective 1:1 device program is more challenging than ever. Districts are grappling with rising hardware costs, shifting legislation, shrinking budgets, and increased pressure to do more with less. If you’re wondering how to optimize your device refresh cycle, improve your repair model, or truly understand the financial impact of your technology investments, this session is for you!

● Learn how to navigate tariffs, funding cuts, and policy changes while maintaining program quality.
● Discover how to evaluate and improve your device repair and replacement models.
● Understand how to calculate and leverage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Residual Value to make smarter purchasing decisions.
● Explore proven strategies for optimizing your device refresh cycles and extending the life of your technology assets.

Join us for a practical, insight-driven session designed to help K–12 leaders take control of their device strategy. Through real-world examples, expert advice, and peer discussion, you’ll gain actionable strategies for overcoming today’s biggest ed tech obstacles.

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.

Presentation to share the journey of building our cybersecurity program from the ground up.  Explores how we transitioned from basic controls to a mature strategic security program aligned with compliance frameworks.  Highlights include team building and development, milestones, challenges, and strategies driving our security posture forward.