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Friday May 16, 2025
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372226
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Registration/Box Lunch Provided
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center
ROSBA Registration
Entertainment: McAllen ISD, Mc High's Mariachi Oro-Head Director: Alex Trevino
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Other
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3/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372228
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Welcome & Introductions: Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Directory
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Invocation: Pastor
Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
Dr. Daniel P. King, PhD
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Other
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150/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372172
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Forecasting the School Finance Impact of the 89th Legislative Session
1:20 PM - 2:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
In this session, Josh Haney attorney with MoakCasey will look into their crystal ball to provide their best predictions on the financial opportunities and challenges school districts will be facing after the session wraps up in June.
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Vision & Goals
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150/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372202
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From Vision to Impact: Turning Bold Ideas into Tangible Results for Our Schools & Communities
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Marco Flores from Stormlex Law Group will share a powerful vision is the cornerstone of transformational leadership—but a vision alone isn’t enough.
In this session, you’ll learn how to craft a clear, compelling vision that inspires action and aligns with your district’s core values and long-term goals. More importantly, you’ll discover practical strategies and communication skills to bring that vision to life by listening to others, building buy-in, fostering teamwork, and creating a culture of trust and shared ownership. Whether you’re a superintendent or a trustee, you’ll leave equipped to lead or support the team's vision with purpose, unite your team around a common mission, and turn bold ideas into lasting impact for your schools and communities.
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Vision & Goals
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150/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372230
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Recognitions & Awards: Dr. Judith M Solis, Deputy Directory
3:30 PM - 3:40 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Recognitions & Awards: Dr. Judith M Solis, Deputy Directory
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Other
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150/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372231
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Business Meeting
3:40 PM - 4:15 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 201
Business Meeting
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Other
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2/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372232
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Sunset Networking Opportunity – SPI Convention Center Patio Area
4:15 PM - 6:30 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Patio Area
Sponsored by Gignac Architects
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Other
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0/500
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Friday May 16, 2025
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372233
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After Dinner Network Opportunity
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
After Dinner Network Opportunity
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Other
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3/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372234
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Full Sunrise Breakfast Buffet
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Sponsor
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Other
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187/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372236
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Welcome: Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
8:00 AM - 8:05 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
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Other
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372237
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Presentation of Colors
8:05 AM - 8:15 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Presentation of Colors
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Other
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0/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372238
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Welcome & Introductions: Daniel P. King, PhD, Region One Executive Director
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Welcome & Introductions: Daniel P. King, PhD, Region One Executive Director
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Other
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372241
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Welcome/Introductions of the School of Rock: Region One Board President Ruben Cortez Jr.
8:30 AM - 8:35 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Welcome/Introductions of the School of Rock: Region One Board President Ruben Cortez Jr.
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Other
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372242
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Entertainment by: School of Rock
8:40 AM - 9:10 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Entertainment by: School of Rock
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Other
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2/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372244
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Introduction of Students - Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
9:10 AM - 9:15 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Introduction of Students - Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
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Other
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372209
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A Students Experience as a Teen Ambassador: Texas State Safety Center Teen Ambassador Program (TSSCTA) Kids Presentations: Sebastian Salazar, Student
9:20 AM - 9:50 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Kids Presentations: Sebastian Salazar, Student Ambassador, Veterans High School, Brownsville ISD
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Advocacy Engagement
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372221
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Aerospace Scholar: A Future Engineers Journey: NASA & Texas A&M Kids Presentation Jaden Andrew Salinas, Future Engineer, Student, Pioneer High School
9:55 AM - 10:25 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Kids Presentation Jaden Andrew Salinas, Future Engineer, Student, Pioneer High School, Sharyland ISD High School
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Advocacy Engagement
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372245
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Introduction of Keynote Speaker
10:25 AM - 10:30 AM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Introduction of Keynote Speaker
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Other
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0/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372158
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Keynote: Jose M. Hernandez, with Astronaut- "Reaching New Heights"
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Jose M. Hernandez
President and CEO Tierra Luna Engineering, LLC
Dr. José Hernández is a University of California Regent and the President and CEO of Tierra Luna Engineering, LLC, an aerospace engineering consulting firm. From 2001 to 2011, Dr. Hernández worked at NASA's Johnson Space Center in various roles including legislative analyst, branch chief, materials research engineer, and astronaut.
He was assigned to the Space Shuttle Discovery and served as a flight engineer on its penultimate mission, STS-128, which completed construction of the International Space Station. During this 14-day mission, Dr. Hernández and his crew delivered and installed over 7 tons of equipment to the ISS.
Prior to his tenure at NASA, Dr. Hernández spent 17 years at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he contributed to the X-ray laser project and co-developed the first full-field digital mammography system for early breast cancer detection.
Additionally, he worked in the nuclear non-proliferation field, serving as the Lab’s Deputy Program Manager for the Russian Highly Enriched Uranium Implementation Program and as a Program Manager at the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of International Material Protection and Cooperation.
Aside from running his aerospace consulting company, Dr. Hernandez has authored three books and is currently working on publishing his fourth. One of his books is a self-penned autobiography titled Reaching for the Stars, which served as the basis for the Amazon Prime Video movie A Million Miles Away, starring Michael Peña.
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Keynote
Vision & Goals
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185/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372246
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Lunch
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Lunch will be provided
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Other
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7/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372251
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The Pathway to Safer Schools
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 101
Presenter: Jason Stoddard, Charles County Public Schools
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Systems & Processes
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30/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372301
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What Board Members Need to know about Public Information
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 102
What Board Members Need to know about Public Information
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Synergy and Teamwork
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48/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372303
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PANEL: Making the Case for Financial Literacy
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 103
PANEL: Making the Case for Financial Literacy
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Advocacy Engagement
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17/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372304
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UGG/EDGAR Changes & How It Impacts Schools
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 104
UGG/EDGAR Changes & How It Impacts Schools
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Systems & Processes
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10/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372250
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Ethics at the Table: A former Federal Prosecutor's Guide to Integrity, Accountability, and Effective Teamwork among the Team of Eight.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 500
Presenter: Eric Flores,O'Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo
Ethical leadership is the cornerstone of effective school board governance. In this engaging session, a former federal prosecutor shares real-world lessons on how integrity, transparency, and accountability can strengthen collaboration and trust among the Team of Eight. The session will offer practical, day-to-day strategies for navigating ethical challenges, fostering open dialogue, and aligning board members toward a common purpose. Learn how to create a culture where difficult conversations are welcomed, roles are respected, and every member feels empowered to lead ethically.
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Synergy and Teamwork
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52/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372311
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Adapting 21st Century Green Building Strategies in Schools
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 101
The renovation of school buildings offers an opportunity to transform them into healthy, energy efficient, and eco-friendly environments. This session will explore case studies of School Buildings where Green Building Strategies in the areas of Energy Efficiency, Indoor Air Quality and Water Conservation guided their design approach. The transformation of these spaces into learning hubs can create opportunities to integrate science and environmental conservation topics into the student’s everyday lifestyle.
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Vision & Goals
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5/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372312
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Strategic Thought, Design and Continuous Improvement in Today's Educational Landscape
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 102
Setting vision, mission, and beliefs through a strategic planning process that focuses on: Strategic Thought, Strategic Design, Strategic Continuous Improvement and Strategic Planning Process. Participants will hear from superintendents in our school systems who are navigating today's educational landscape through a strategic planning process.
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Vision & Goals
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18/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372313
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A visit from TASB Leadership: How TASB's services elevate your board's work.
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 103
Setting vision, mission, and beliefs through a strategic planning process that focuses on: Strategic Thought, Strategic Design, Strategic Continuous Improvement and Strategic Planning Process. Participants will hear from superintendents in our school systems who are navigating today's educational landscape through a strategic planning process.
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Systems & Processes
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12/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372314
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Community Advocacy: Seven Steps to Amplify Public Education Support
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 201
Community Advocacy: Seven Steps to Amplify Public Education Support
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Advocacy Engagement
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11/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372315
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Proper Board and Superintendent Relationships: How to stay in your lane.
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 202
Presentation by a current board member and former superintendent on proper board and superintendent relationships.
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Synergy and Teamwork
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71/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372307
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From Vision to Victory: Overseeing Student Outcomes Goals for Future Success & Impact Student Outcomes - Instructional Materials Matters
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 500
Two 30 minute Sessions
From Vision to Victory: Overseeing Student Outcomes Goals for Future Success and
Impact Student Outcomes - Instructional Materials Matters
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Vision & Goals
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21/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372318
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Beyond the Border: Immigration and Schools
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 101
Leandra Ortiz and Mike Saldana will provide recent updates regarding the impact on Schools of recent Presidential Executive Orders. Board Members will be provided with legal updates on immigration enforcement and the appropriate legal responses for scenarios and discuss appropriate protocols and procedures for addressing immigration matters at schools
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Synergy and Teamwork
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33/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372319
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Boosting CCMR Success: The Role of TSI and ACT Testing & Shaping the Future Workforce: Regional Insights and CTE Alignment
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 102
(Two 30 minute Sessions)
Boosting CCMR Success: The Role of TSI and ACT Testing
Shaping the Future Workforce: Regional Insights and CTE Alignment
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Vision & Goals
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18/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372320
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True North
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 103
True North
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Vision & Goals
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6/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372321
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See Something, Say Something: Stop Human Trafficking
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 104
Human trafficking awareness and education. The importance of recognizing suspicious behaviors and signs of human trafficking and how to respond. How we can make a significant difference in combating human trafficking.
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Systems & Processes
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21/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372316
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Empowering School Board Members to Drive Student Success: Leveraging the A-F State Accountability System to Elevate Campus and District Ratings
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Room 500
Empowering School Board Members to Drive Student Success: Leveraging the A-F State Accountability System to Elevate Campus and District Ratings
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Systems & Processes
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38/500
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Saturday May 17, 2025
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372249
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Closing Remarks, Recognitions & Door Prizes
4:20 PM - 5:00 PM
South Padre Island Convention Center - Exhibit Hall
Closing Remarks, Recognitions & Door Prizes
Daniel P. King, PhD, Region One Executive Director
Dr. Judith M. Solis, Deputy Director
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Other
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82/500
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