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Friday July 17, 2026
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409039
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General Session for All
8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Welcome, an overview of the day, and general information.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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414914
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Everything You Need to Know about Bluebonnet
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Aspen Room
"Join us for an informative session on Bluebonnet Learning Materials, the state-developed Open Education Resources (OER) designed to provide Texas schools with high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in core content areas. Approved by the State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process, these materials offer comprehensive support in Reading Language Arts (K–5), Foundational Literacy (K–3), and Mathematics (K–Algebra II currently).
This session will provide an overview of how Bluebonnet Learning Materials align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR), ensuring rigorous, evidence-based instruction. School board members will gain insights into how these resources support student achievement, reduce teacher workload, and foster family engagement. Additionally, we will discuss funding options, including the Instructional Materials and Technology Allotment (IMTA) and entitlements under House Bill 1605, which provide financial support for procurement and printing.
Discover how your district can leverage Bluebonnet Learning Materials to enhance student success and instructional quality while maximizing available funding."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416813
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Strategic Governance in the New Era of Texas Special Education: Funding, Compliance, and Accountability
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cypress Room*
As Texas implements historic reforms to special education, school board members must understand their critical role in overseeing district fiscal solvency and legal compliance. This workshop provides an executive-level overview of the legislative and regulatory changes effective for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years
.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
The Funding Revolution (HB 2): Gain a strategic understanding of the shift from ""instructional setting"" codes to the new Service Intensity Funding Model effective in SY 2026–27
. Participants will learn about the eight tiers of intensity and five service groups designed to align state funding with the actual cost of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) rather than classroom placement
.
Mandatory Board Accountability: Review the new statutory requirement that school boards must publicly discuss the performance of students with disabilities at least annually
. We will preview the standardized performance indicators TEA is adopting to evaluate student achievement and learning quality
.
Personnel & Certification Compliance (19 TAC Chapter 231): Understand the updated standards for teachers of record effective September 1, 2025
. We will examine the mandatory Texas Content Competency Worksheet, which replaces the expired HOUSSE framework, and its impact on district staffing and teacher recruitment
.
Results-Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration: Explore the integration of RDA into the A–F Accountability System
. Discussion will include the removal of discipline indicators from state determinations per HB 6 and how these changes affect district-level performance ratings
.
Fiscal Strategic Planning:
Evaluation Allotments: Discuss the implications of the new $1,000 allotment per completed Full and Individual Initial Evaluation (FIIE) and how to plan for an anticipated increase in evaluation volume
.
Special Education Savings Accounts (SB 2): Analyze the potential impact of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) on district enrollment, Average Daily Attendance (ADA) calculations, and long-term financial modeling
.
Target Audience: School Board Members, Superintendents, and Chief Financial Officers.
Objective: To equip board members with the necessary governance framework to ensure their districts meet new state mandates for transparency, student performance, and fiscal accountability during this period of significant transition
."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417043
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Creating a Culture of Customer Service in Schools
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Elm Room
This session will explore how the team of eight can work together to create a customer service mindset in schools and set goals to ensure your clients in the community feel satisfied and speak highly of the services they receive. We are going to laugh a lot too!
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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419388
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Tightening your Board Operating Procedures
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Magnolia Room
Compliance with Board Operating Procedures is an essential component of TEA's Framework for School Board Development. Annual review and edit allows for inclusion of systems to address current processes and attendant obstacles. This session will provide recommended text for ensuring thoroughness of subject areas, as well as addressing some of the more difficult behaviors, including enforcement and monitoring sufficient to maintain appropriate Board focus on oversight.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417016
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Demystifying TIA: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How You Can Benefit Now and Beyond
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Maple Room
"This session provides district and school leaders with a clear and practical introduction to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Participants will explore the rationale for pursuing TIA, beginning with a focused effort to address common misconceptions and build a shared understanding of what it is, how it works, and why it matters for districts.
Throughout the session, attendees will examine the potential benefits of TIA for teacher recruitment and retention, student outcomes, and overall district growth. Participants will also receive tools and resources to support the thoughtful design of a local TIA system aligned to their district’s priorities and existing practices.
"
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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377762
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AI in Education: From Awareness to Action for School Board Leaders
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Pine Room*
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping the future of education—and school board members play a critical role in guiding that transformation. This workshop provides a clear, non-intimidating introduction to AI, focusing on what every board member needs to know. Participants will build foundational AI literacy, explore why AI matters for today’s schools, and examine how it will influence teaching, learning, operations, and decision-making in the years ahead. Board members will leave with the confidence, context, and key questions needed to support thoughtful, forward-looking leadership in their districts.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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409085
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EISO & Team of 8
9:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Dogwood Room*
School Board EISO & Team of 8: SB 1566 requires that all school board members to be trained in Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes. This workshop will provide a look at how school board, progress monitoring, accountability, and implementation make a difference in student outcomes. This will be a three-hour training that is required above any of the “level” trainings previously mandated. However, if ALL school board members and the superintendent from a district attend the training together and work together throughout the training, dual credit for SB 1566 and Team of Eight training may be awarded.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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414919
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Everything You Need to Know about Bluebonnet
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Aspen Room
"Join us for an informative session on Bluebonnet Learning Materials, the state-developed Open Education Resources (OER) designed to provide Texas schools with high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in core content areas. Approved by the State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process, these materials offer comprehensive support in Reading Language Arts (K–5), Foundational Literacy (K–3), and Mathematics (K–Algebra II currently).
This session will provide an overview of how Bluebonnet Learning Materials align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR), ensuring rigorous, evidence-based instruction. School board members will gain insights into how these resources support student achievement, reduce teacher workload, and foster family engagement. Additionally, we will discuss funding options, including the Instructional Materials and Technology Allotment (IMTA) and entitlements under House Bill 1605, which provide financial support for procurement and printing.
Discover how your district can leverage Bluebonnet Learning Materials to enhance student success and instructional quality while maximizing available funding."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417048
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Public Education: The Critical Junction for Leadership
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Birch Room*
This session will address the various challenges education leaders face today, including changing demographics, parental rights, increased "choice" options, and the lack of consistency and predictability with funding, accountability, and policy development.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416822
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Strategic Governance in the New Era of Texas Special Education: Funding, Compliance, and Accountability
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Cypress Room*
As Texas implements historic reforms to special education, school board members must understand their critical role in overseeing district fiscal solvency and legal compliance. This workshop provides an executive-level overview of the legislative and regulatory changes effective for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years
.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
The Funding Revolution (HB 2): Gain a strategic understanding of the shift from ""instructional setting"" codes to the new Service Intensity Funding Model effective in SY 2026–27
. Participants will learn about the eight tiers of intensity and five service groups designed to align state funding with the actual cost of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) rather than classroom placement
.
Mandatory Board Accountability: Review the new statutory requirement that school boards must publicly discuss the performance of students with disabilities at least annually
. We will preview the standardized performance indicators TEA is adopting to evaluate student achievement and learning quality
.
Personnel & Certification Compliance (19 TAC Chapter 231): Understand the updated standards for teachers of record effective September 1, 2025
. We will examine the mandatory Texas Content Competency Worksheet, which replaces the expired HOUSSE framework, and its impact on district staffing and teacher recruitment
.
Results-Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration: Explore the integration of RDA into the A–F Accountability System
. Discussion will include the removal of discipline indicators from state determinations per HB 6 and how these changes affect district-level performance ratings
.
Fiscal Strategic Planning:
Evaluation Allotments: Discuss the implications of the new $1,000 allotment per completed Full and Individual Initial Evaluation (FIIE) and how to plan for an anticipated increase in evaluation volume
.
Special Education Savings Accounts (SB 2): Analyze the potential impact of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) on district enrollment, Average Daily Attendance (ADA) calculations, and long-term financial modeling
.
Target Audience: School Board Members, Superintendents, and Chief Financial Officers.
Objective: To equip board members with the necessary governance framework to ensure their districts meet new state mandates for transparency, student performance, and fiscal accountability during this period of significant transition
."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417045
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Creating a Culture of Customer Service in Schools
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Elm Room
This session will explore how the team of eight can work together to create a customer service mindset in schools and set goals to ensure your clients in the community feel satisfied and speak highly of the services they receive. We are going to laugh a lot too!
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416453
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Tightening your Board Operating Procedures
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Magnolia Room
Compliance with Board Operating Procedures is an essential component of TEA's Framework for School Board Development. Annual review and edit allows for inclusion of systems to address current processes and attendant obstacles. This session will provide recommended text for ensuring thoroughness of subject areas, as well as addressing some of the more difficult behaviors, including enforcement and monitoring sufficient to maintain appropriate Board focus on oversight.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417020
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Demystifying TIA: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How You Can Benefit Now and Beyond
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Maple Room
"This session provides district and school leaders with a clear and practical introduction to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Participants will explore the rationale for pursuing TIA, beginning with a focused effort to address common misconceptions and build a shared understanding of what it is, how it works, and why it matters for districts.
Throughout the session, attendees will examine the potential benefits of TIA for teacher recruitment and retention, student outcomes, and overall district growth. Participants will also receive tools and resources to support the thoughtful design of a local TIA system aligned to their district’s priorities and existing practices.
"
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416437
|
AI in Education: From Awareness to Action for School Board Leaders
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Pine Room*
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping the future of education—and school board members play a critical role in guiding that transformation. This workshop provides a clear, non-intimidating introduction to AI, focusing on what every board member needs to know. Participants will build foundational AI literacy, explore why AI matters for today’s schools, and examine how it will influence teaching, learning, operations, and decision-making in the years ahead. Board members will leave with the confidence, context, and key questions needed to support thoughtful, forward-looking leadership in their districts.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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414921
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Everything You Need to Know about Bluebonnet
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Aspen Room
"Join us for an informative session on Bluebonnet Learning Materials, the state-developed Open Education Resources (OER) designed to provide Texas schools with high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in core content areas. Approved by the State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process, these materials offer comprehensive support in Reading Language Arts (K–5), Foundational Literacy (K–3), and Mathematics (K–Algebra II currently).
This session will provide an overview of how Bluebonnet Learning Materials align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR), ensuring rigorous, evidence-based instruction. School board members will gain insights into how these resources support student achievement, reduce teacher workload, and foster family engagement. Additionally, we will discuss funding options, including the Instructional Materials and Technology Allotment (IMTA) and entitlements under House Bill 1605, which provide financial support for procurement and printing.
Discover how your district can leverage Bluebonnet Learning Materials to enhance student success and instructional quality while maximizing available funding."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417052
|
Public Education: The Critical Junction for Leadership
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Birch Room*
This session will address the various challenges education leaders face today, including changing demographics, parental rights, increased "choice" options, and the lack of consistency and predictability with funding, accountability, and policy development.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417011
|
Strategic Governance in the New Era of Texas Special Education: Funding, Compliance, and Accountability
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Cypress Room*
As Texas implements historic reforms to special education, school board members must understand their critical role in overseeing district fiscal solvency and legal compliance. This workshop provides an executive-level overview of the legislative and regulatory changes effective for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years
.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
The Funding Revolution (HB 2): Gain a strategic understanding of the shift from ""instructional setting"" codes to the new Service Intensity Funding Model effective in SY 2026–27
. Participants will learn about the eight tiers of intensity and five service groups designed to align state funding with the actual cost of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) rather than classroom placement
.
Mandatory Board Accountability: Review the new statutory requirement that school boards must publicly discuss the performance of students with disabilities at least annually
. We will preview the standardized performance indicators TEA is adopting to evaluate student achievement and learning quality
.
Personnel & Certification Compliance (19 TAC Chapter 231): Understand the updated standards for teachers of record effective September 1, 2025
. We will examine the mandatory Texas Content Competency Worksheet, which replaces the expired HOUSSE framework, and its impact on district staffing and teacher recruitment
.
Results-Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration: Explore the integration of RDA into the A–F Accountability System
. Discussion will include the removal of discipline indicators from state determinations per HB 6 and how these changes affect district-level performance ratings
.
Fiscal Strategic Planning:
Evaluation Allotments: Discuss the implications of the new $1,000 allotment per completed Full and Individual Initial Evaluation (FIIE) and how to plan for an anticipated increase in evaluation volume
.
Special Education Savings Accounts (SB 2): Analyze the potential impact of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) on district enrollment, Average Daily Attendance (ADA) calculations, and long-term financial modeling
.
Target Audience: School Board Members, Superintendents, and Chief Financial Officers.
Objective: To equip board members with the necessary governance framework to ensure their districts meet new state mandates for transparency, student performance, and fiscal accountability during this period of significant transition
."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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409088
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New School Board Member Training / Orientation to the Code
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Dogwood Room*
The New School Board Member Legislative Updates session is designed to equip newly elected or appointed school board members with essential knowledge about legislative changes, policies, and regulations impacting education. This session supports board members to stay informed, engage effectively in governance, and advocate for their district’s best interests.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417071
|
Social Media for Board Members
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Elm Room
"Does the noise from social media have your board longing for the days of not-so-smart phones and handwritten letters? You are not alone. Social media can be a power tool for communication, but it can also wreak havoc in your district. Join us for a lively discussion on misinformation, trolls, threats, and free speech from the perspective of a school board trustee.
What you will learn:
-Free speech rights of public school employees
-How school policies can encourage appropriate employee use of social media
-Social media tips for trustees: do’s and don’ts
-Ethical considerations for social media communication
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416455
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Tightening your Board Operating Procedures
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Magnolia Room
Compliance with Board Operating Procedures is an essential component of TEA's Framework for School Board Development. Annual review and edit allows for inclusion of systems to address current processes and attendant obstacles. This session will provide recommended text for ensuring thoroughness of subject areas, as well as addressing some of the more difficult behaviors, including enforcement and monitoring sufficient to maintain appropriate Board focus on oversight.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417055
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Demystifying TIA: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How You Can Benefit Now and Beyond
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Maple Room
"This session provides district and school leaders with a clear and practical introduction to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Participants will explore the rationale for pursuing TIA, beginning with a focused effort to address common misconceptions and build a shared understanding of what it is, how it works, and why it matters for districts.
Throughout the session, attendees will examine the potential benefits of TIA for teacher recruitment and retention, student outcomes, and overall district growth. Participants will also receive tools and resources to support the thoughtful design of a local TIA system aligned to their district’s priorities and existing practices.
"
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416441
|
AI in Education: From Awareness to Action for School Board Leaders
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Pine Room*
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping the future of education—and school board members play a critical role in guiding that transformation. This workshop provides a clear, non-intimidating introduction to AI, focusing on what every board member needs to know. Participants will build foundational AI literacy, explore why AI matters for today’s schools, and examine how it will influence teaching, learning, operations, and decision-making in the years ahead. Board members will leave with the confidence, context, and key questions needed to support thoughtful, forward-looking leadership in their districts.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Friday July 17, 2026
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414923
|
Everything You Need to Know about Bluebonnet
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Aspen Room
"Join us for an informative session on Bluebonnet Learning Materials, the state-developed Open Education Resources (OER) designed to provide Texas schools with high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in core content areas. Approved by the State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process, these materials offer comprehensive support in Reading Language Arts (K–5), Foundational Literacy (K–3), and Mathematics (K–Algebra II currently).
This session will provide an overview of how Bluebonnet Learning Materials align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR), ensuring rigorous, evidence-based instruction. School board members will gain insights into how these resources support student achievement, reduce teacher workload, and foster family engagement. Additionally, we will discuss funding options, including the Instructional Materials and Technology Allotment (IMTA) and entitlements under House Bill 1605, which provide financial support for procurement and printing.
Discover how your district can leverage Bluebonnet Learning Materials to enhance student success and instructional quality while maximizing available funding."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417014
|
Strategic Governance in the New Era of Texas Special Education: Funding, Compliance, and Accountability
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Cypress Room*
As Texas implements historic reforms to special education, school board members must understand their critical role in overseeing district fiscal solvency and legal compliance. This workshop provides an executive-level overview of the legislative and regulatory changes effective for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 school years
.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
The Funding Revolution (HB 2): Gain a strategic understanding of the shift from ""instructional setting"" codes to the new Service Intensity Funding Model effective in SY 2026–27
. Participants will learn about the eight tiers of intensity and five service groups designed to align state funding with the actual cost of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) rather than classroom placement
.
Mandatory Board Accountability: Review the new statutory requirement that school boards must publicly discuss the performance of students with disabilities at least annually
. We will preview the standardized performance indicators TEA is adopting to evaluate student achievement and learning quality
.
Personnel & Certification Compliance (19 TAC Chapter 231): Understand the updated standards for teachers of record effective September 1, 2025
. We will examine the mandatory Texas Content Competency Worksheet, which replaces the expired HOUSSE framework, and its impact on district staffing and teacher recruitment
.
Results-Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration: Explore the integration of RDA into the A–F Accountability System
. Discussion will include the removal of discipline indicators from state determinations per HB 6 and how these changes affect district-level performance ratings
.
Fiscal Strategic Planning:
Evaluation Allotments: Discuss the implications of the new $1,000 allotment per completed Full and Individual Initial Evaluation (FIIE) and how to plan for an anticipated increase in evaluation volume
.
Special Education Savings Accounts (SB 2): Analyze the potential impact of Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) on district enrollment, Average Daily Attendance (ADA) calculations, and long-term financial modeling
.
Target Audience: School Board Members, Superintendents, and Chief Financial Officers.
Objective: To equip board members with the necessary governance framework to ensure their districts meet new state mandates for transparency, student performance, and fiscal accountability during this period of significant transition
."
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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409090
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Legislative Update
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Dogwood Room*
The legislative landscape in Texas continues to shape the way public schools operate—from funding and accountability to staffing, safety, and curriculum. This session will provide board members with a concise, up-to-date overview of the most impactful legislation passed in the most recent session, along with a look ahead at key issues on the horizon. Participants will learn how these changes affect local governance, what advocacy opportunities exist, and how to align board priorities with evolving state policy. Come ready to connect the dots between the Capitol and the classroom.
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school board summit
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0/200
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417058
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Social Media for Board Members
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Elm Room
"Does the noise from social media have your board longing for the days of not-so-smart phones and handwritten letters? You are not alone. Social media can be a power tool for communication, but it can also wreak havoc in your district. Join us for a lively discussion on misinformation, trolls, threats, and free speech from the perspective of a school board trustee.
What you will learn:
-Free speech rights of public school employees
-How school policies can encourage appropriate employee use of social media
-Social media tips for trustees: do’s and don’ts
-Ethical considerations for social media communication
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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419588
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Tightening your Board Operating Procedures
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Magnolia Room
Compliance with Board Operating Procedures is an essential component of TEA's Framework for School Board Development. Annual review and edit allows for inclusion of systems to address current processes and attendant obstacles. This session will provide recommended text for ensuring thoroughness of subject areas, as well as addressing some of the more difficult behaviors, including enforcement and monitoring sufficient to maintain appropriate Board focus on oversight.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Friday July 17, 2026
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417022
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Demystifying TIA: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How You Can Benefit Now and Beyond
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Maple Room
"This session provides district and school leaders with a clear and practical introduction to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Participants will explore the rationale for pursuing TIA, beginning with a focused effort to address common misconceptions and build a shared understanding of what it is, how it works, and why it matters for districts.
Throughout the session, attendees will examine the potential benefits of TIA for teacher recruitment and retention, student outcomes, and overall district growth. Participants will also receive tools and resources to support the thoughtful design of a local TIA system aligned to their district’s priorities and existing practices.
"
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school board summit
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0/30
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Friday July 17, 2026
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416449
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AI in Education: From Awareness to Action for School Board Leaders
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Pine Room*
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping the future of education—and school board members play a critical role in guiding that transformation. This workshop provides a clear, non-intimidating introduction to AI, focusing on what every board member needs to know. Participants will build foundational AI literacy, explore why AI matters for today’s schools, and examine how it will influence teaching, learning, operations, and decision-making in the years ahead. Board members will leave with the confidence, context, and key questions needed to support thoughtful, forward-looking leadership in their districts.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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409106
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General Session for All
8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Welcome, an overview of the day, and general information.
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school board summit
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0/200
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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353828
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What Moves the Needle: A Practical Look at the Effective District Framework
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Aspen Room
This session provides an overview of the Effective District Framework (EDF) and its role in driving improved student outcomes through aligned leadership, systems, and practices. Participants will explore the core components of the framework and how they support strategic decision-making at the board and district level. The session will also introduce the EDF Diagnostic as a tool to assess current systems, identify areas for growth, and prioritize high-impact actions for continuous improvement.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417034
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The New Reality of Community Relations for Public School Leaders
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Birch Room*
This session will cover the vital need for Superintendents and School Boards to reevaluate how they develop local policy and practices in regard to Community Relations. With the increase in calculated attacks on our public schools, this session will present common sense, practical strategies to improve community relations through public meetings, social media, the district website, and traditional media outlets.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416653
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Pathways That Pay Off: CTE & CCMR in Action
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cypress Room*
How do CTE programs impact your district's bottom line and accountability rating? This session unpacks the connection between Career and Technical Education (CTE), College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), and the Texas accountability framework. School board members will explore why strong CTE programs are essential, not only for preparing students for life after graduation, but also for maximizing CCMR outcomes, accountability success, and funding opportunities.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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335325
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School Finance Current Issues and What You Should Know
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Elm Room
Latest update on legislative issues affecting school finance and how districts are funded
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416660
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Closed Sessions and Open Meetings: Where Boards Get Tripped Up
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Magnolia Room
Step into the real-world challenges school boards face every day—from legal compliance to leadership judgment. This session explores how to lead with clarity, avoid common pitfalls, and build public trust while making high-stakes decisions.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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414490
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What Moves the Needle: A Practical Look at the Effective District Framework
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Aspen Room
This session provides an overview of the Effective District Framework (EDF) and its role in driving improved student outcomes through aligned leadership, systems, and practices. Participants will explore the core components of the framework and how they support strategic decision-making at the board and district level. The session will also introduce the EDF Diagnostic as a tool to assess current systems, identify areas for growth, and prioritize high-impact actions for continuous improvement.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416662
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Experiential Pre-K: Early Learning Design Across Every Reality
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Birch Room*
Across the country, school districts are transforming early childhood education by reimagining learning environments. Some have the resources to build entirely new facilities and create programs from the ground up. Others must move deliberately, work within tight budgets, or creatively repurpose existing spaces. All share the same goal: creating places where young learners can thrive.
Early learning environments are not one-size-fits-all, and neither are the solutions. This session explores the full spectrum of design approaches that support early literacy and early childhood education, from brand-new facilities to thoughtfully renovated spaces. Attendees will gain insights into research-backed design strategies, real implementation challenges, and the measurable impact these environments have on student success. Case studies presented will highlight creative, flexible classrooms that meet the unique needs of each district, regardless of budget, timeline, or existing constraints.
Participants will leave equipped to think differently about what's possible in their own communities, with practical insights into how intentional design can support early learners in any setting.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417001
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Pathways That Pay Off: CTE & CCMR in Action
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Cypress Room*
How do CTE programs impact your district's bottom line and accountability rating? This session unpacks the connection between Career and Technical Education (CTE), College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), and the Texas accountability framework. School board members will explore why strong CTE programs are essential, not only for preparing students for life after graduation, but also for maximizing CCMR outcomes, accountability success, and funding opportunities.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416461
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School Finance Current Issues and What You Should Know
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Elm Room
Latest update on legislative issues affecting school finance and how districts are funded
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416675
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Closed Sessions and Open Meetings: Where Boards Get Tripped Up
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Magnolia Room
Step into the real-world challenges school boards face every day—from legal compliance to leadership judgment. This session explores how to lead with clarity, avoid common pitfalls, and build public trust while making high-stakes decisions.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416429
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What Moves the Needle: A Practical Look at the Effective District Framework
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Aspen Room
This session provides an overview of the Effective District Framework (EDF) and its role in driving improved student outcomes through aligned leadership, systems, and practices. Participants will explore the core components of the framework and how they support strategic decision-making at the board and district level. The session will also introduce the EDF Diagnostic as a tool to assess current systems, identify areas for growth, and prioritize high-impact actions for continuous improvement.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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416666
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Experiential Pre-K: Early Learning Design Across Every Reality
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Birch Room*
Across the country, school districts are transforming early childhood education by reimagining learning environments. Some have the resources to build entirely new facilities and create programs from the ground up. Others must move deliberately, work within tight budgets, or creatively repurpose existing spaces. All share the same goal: creating places where young learners can thrive.
Early learning environments are not one-size-fits-all, and neither are the solutions. This session explores the full spectrum of design approaches that support early literacy and early childhood education, from brand-new facilities to thoughtfully renovated spaces. Attendees will gain insights into research-backed design strategies, real implementation challenges, and the measurable impact these environments have on student success. Case studies presented will highlight creative, flexible classrooms that meet the unique needs of each district, regardless of budget, timeline, or existing constraints.
Participants will leave equipped to think differently about what's possible in their own communities, with practical insights into how intentional design can support early learners in any setting.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417003
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Pathways That Pay Off: CTE & CCMR in Action
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Cypress Room*
How do CTE programs impact your district's bottom line and accountability rating? This session unpacks the connection between Career and Technical Education (CTE), College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), and the Texas accountability framework. School board members will explore why strong CTE programs are essential, not only for preparing students for life after graduation, but also for maximizing CCMR outcomes, accountability success, and funding opportunities.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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409112
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New School Board Member Training / Orientation to the Code
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Dogwood Room*
The New School Board Member Legislative Updates session is designed to equip newly elected or appointed school board members with essential knowledge about legislative changes, policies, and regulations impacting education. This session supports board members to stay informed, engage effectively in governance, and advocate for their district’s best interests.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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419602
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Creating a Culture of Customer Service in Schools
12:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Elm Room
This session will explore how the team of eight can work together to create a customer service mindset in schools and set goals to ensure your clients in the community feel satisfied and speak highly of the services they receive. We are going to laugh a lot too!
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417032
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What Moves the Needle: A Practical Look at the Effective District Framework
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Aspen Room
This session provides an overview of the Effective District Framework (EDF) and its role in driving improved student outcomes through aligned leadership, systems, and practices. Participants will explore the core components of the framework and how they support strategic decision-making at the board and district level. The session will also introduce the EDF Diagnostic as a tool to assess current systems, identify areas for growth, and prioritize high-impact actions for continuous improvement.
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school board summit
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0/40
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417047
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The New Reality of Community Relations for Public School Leaders
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Birch Room*
This session will cover the vital need for Superintendents and School Boards to reevaluate how they develop local policy and practices in regard to Community Relations. With the increase in calculated attacks on our public schools, this session will present common sense, practical strategies to improve community relations through public meetings, social media, the district website, and traditional media outlets.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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417005
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Pathways That Pay Off: CTE & CCMR in Action
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Cypress Room*
How do CTE programs impact your district's bottom line and accountability rating? This session unpacks the connection between Career and Technical Education (CTE), College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), and the Texas accountability framework. School board members will explore why strong CTE programs are essential, not only for preparing students for life after graduation, but also for maximizing CCMR outcomes, accountability success, and funding opportunities.
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school board summit
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0/30
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Saturday July 18, 2026
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419596
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Creating a Culture of Customer Service in Schools
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Elm Room
This session will explore how the team of eight can work together to create a customer service mindset in schools and set goals to ensure your clients in the community feel satisfied and speak highly of the services they receive. We are going to laugh a lot too!
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school board summit
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0/30
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