Friday How Can Instructional Space Enhance Next-Generation Learning? – D170
Underneath the Microscope: Sex Discrimination and Gender on Campus – D175
Doug Williams, Superintendent, Sunnyvale ISD Christi Morgan, Assistant Superintendent, Sunnyvale ISD Keith Anderson, Principal, WRA Architects, Inc.
Darren Gibson, Shareholder, Littler Mendelson P.C. Vicki Phipps, Shareholder, Littler Mendelson P.C.
Next-generation learning seeks to build a collaborative and innovative process to prepare our students for life beyond their K-12 education.The school environment is a key piece to this endeavor, and it must enhance the learning experience through educational innovation. Join us, and hear the story of a school district that wanted its space to facilitate the district’s vision for learning, how the space was designed, and how it is utilized to facilitate a personalized learning experience. The Superintendent Search Process – D171 Butch H. Felkner, Director, Executive Search Services, TASB Marian Strauss, Senior Consultant, TASB
The Executive Search Services staff will present the elements of the search process. Included will be the board’s involvement, consultant responsibilities, advantages of using an external consultant, and board members’ perspectives. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions about the search process. Show Me the Money – D172 JD Mosley, Director of Maintenance and Facility Development, SchertzCibolo-Universal City ISD
In 2012, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD embarked on a journey of tightening student projection and long-range facility planning. The final leg in the journey was to create a 10-year (M&O) Expenditure Projection Plan (EPP) that aligns with the 10-year Facility Plan. If you are interested in creating an environment with no surprises, this session is for you. Leveraging Key Influencers: How to Ensure Employees and Parents Have a Voice – D173 Charles E. Dupre, Superintendent, Fort Bend ISD Steven J. Bassett, Chief Financial Officer, Fort Bend ISD Beth Martinez, Chief of Staff and Strategic Planning, Fort Bend ISD
Fort Bend ISD redesigned its engagement model to tap key influencers to generate program buy-in and transparency. This collaborative approach includes programs such as the Business Breakfast for campus and department administrative assistants. It also included the creation of a Budget and Compensation Committee made up of campus representatives who help prioritize investments and reductions, as well as the SPED Advisory and the Gifted and Talented Advisory groups, the Boundary Committee, and Bond Oversight Committee.
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With a new presidential administration and with the legislative session completed, the legal landscape regarding sex discrimination and gender on campus is quickly evolving. This presentation will provide participants with up-to-date information regarding sexual harassment and discrimination, pay disparity, transgender employees and students, Title IX, teacher-student relationships, and appearance discrimination. Participants will receive practical tips for managing risk and avoiding liability.
In-Depth Sessions
9 a.m.–Noon
Communication is the Response You Get – Ballroom D-One Clear Fork David Koempel, Consultant, Leadership Team Services, TASB
If you’d like to be more confident in presenting to local service groups, churches, and in other public settings, this session is for you. Learn some basic and intermediate skills to becoming a better presenter. This is an interactive skill-building session, so be prepared to roll up your sleeves and practice what you learn. This course is part of TASB’s Board Officers’ Academy. Seating is limited to 100