Workshop Registration Details

Step into a dynamic, resource-packed session designed specifically for educators in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security (LPSCS) cluster. This workshop offers a deep dive into essential tools, certifications, and strategies that can elevate your Criminal Justice program. Topics include: Non-commissioned Security Officer certification, effective CTSO integration, high-quality curriculum resources, equipment and supply planning, classroom management techniques, and leveraging technology - including AI - to maximize student engagement and learning.

Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the pathway, you’ll walk away with ideas that are practical, scalable, and rooted in real classroom experience. Get ready to share, learn, and be inspired… because, as Mr. Best says, “The best teachers are students in their own classroom!”

Please bring an electronic device (Laptop or Chromebook) so you can participate with the presentation and access materials during the workshop.

Led by Master Teacher: Robert P. Best

Robert P. Best is an award-winning Criminal Justice educator with eight years of impactful classroom experience at Hallsville High School (Hallsville ISD), where he teaches students in grades 9-12 across a wide range of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security courses. These include Principles of LPSCS, Law Enforcement I, Correctional Services, and the Practicum in LPSCS. He also serves as an adjunct professor for Kilgore College, delivering four Dual Credit Criminal Justice courses.

Holding an MBA and a B.S. in Criminal Justice with a focus in Law Enforcement/ Police Science, Mr. Best is a certified CERT Train-the-Trainer and a Level II Private Security Trainer. He has received statewide recognition, including the "2025 CTAT Teacher of the Year" and the "CTAT CTE Showcase of Excellence Award".

Known for his high expectations, “Mediocrity is Unacceptable - Do Better!”, he creates a classroom culture that challenges students to grow. Outside of the classroom, he’s passionate about photography (capturing moments for the high school soccer yearbook), outdoor adventures, and traveling with family. He is excited to share strategies that have made a huge difference in his program, along with lessons learned, and looks forward to learning from his fellow educators in this collaborative workshop.

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