by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Amy Beneski, Deputy Executive Director, Governmental Relations, TASA
Casey McCreary, Associate Executive Director, Education Policy, TASA
Colby Nichols, Partner, Ancira Strategic Partners, LLP
Learn about the various education policy conversations happening in and around the Texas Capitol and how those discussions may affect legislation in the 87th legislative session. Presenters will provide an overview of issues to consider as session approaches and how to use that information to advocate on behalf of school districts and students.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Karen Dooley, HR Consultant, Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)
Leslie Story, Lead Attorney, Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)
Chapter 21 contracts extend specific rights and management of such contracts may result in unforeseen budget implications. When the district makes decisions about extending Chapter 21 contracts, the financial implications are not always considered on the front end. This session will help attendees identify how sound contract decision-making may eliminate or reduce a negative budget impact. Experiences will be shared to prepare participants in mitigating budget impacts on contract management.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Charles Breithaupt, Executive Director, University Interscholastic League, The University of Texas at Austin
Jamey Harrison, Deputy Director, University Interscholastic League, The University of Texas at Austin
Along with general information regarding new UIL rules, updates concerning COVID 19 will also be discussed. UIL will offer the opportunity to ask questions and provide input to UIL leadership.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Adrain Johnson, Superintendent, Hearne ISD
Delic Loyde, Executive Director, Hearne ISD
Dr. Matthew Etchelles, Director of Educational Outreach, Texas A&M University
Presenters will detail a protocol for engaging higher education stakeholders that develops partnerships. Participants will join in authentic discussion regarding the challenges and opportunities involved in this process. Using the playground concept, half of the session will be dedicated to hands-on work with participants working to answer their questions and help determine next steps in the creation of a design for their own higher education engagement model.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Matt Kimball, Superintendent, Blue Ridge ISD
Von Gallagher, President, Gallagher Construction Services
Jason Oswald, Principal, WRA Architects, Inc.
Using a visual presentation, video and Q&A, the presentation team will share Blue Ridge ISD’s journey from successful bond program to construction of new facilities in a 3A district. Composed of representatives from the architecture firm, construction manager and district, the team will share the valuable partnerships formed and collaborative environment created during the district’s bond and construction process.
