LT Conference 2025: Full Schedule

Celebrating ten years of passionate educators shaping minds, touching hearts, and inspiring the future!

Welcome to the Lake Travis ISD Learning Together Conference 2025!

WHO: All Instructional Staff

WHEN: Thursday & Friday February 13th and 14th

LOCATION: LTHS Annex Building

START TIME: 8:00am both days!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and this year is extra special as we mark our 10th anniversary! We are thrilled to bring everyone together for 2 days of learning, collaboration, and celebration. For a full decade, we’ve poured our hearts and souls into fostering educational excellence, and now it’s time to honor that journey together.

Check out additional details below!

Please bring your device to use in sessions!
Attendance will be collected in each session.
Learner Profile
Power Moves
Follow Learning & Teaching on Twitter @LTCurriculum and use #PowerMovesLTISD & #LearningTogether2025
G eneral map of our venue
Mother’s room - Annex Main Office
Lost and Found - Annex Main Office
Dress: Thursday - Campus Spirit Wear ; Friday - Festive Valentine’s Attire

Daily Schedule

Thursday, February 13, 2025

8:00 - 8:45 KICK-OFF in PAC
8:45 - 9:15 Transition & Breakfast
9:15 - 10:15 SESSION 1
10:15 - 10:30 Transition
10:30 - 11:30 SESSION 2
11:30 - 1:00 LUNCH
1:15 - 2:15 SESSION 3
2:15 - 2:30 Transition
2:30 - 3:30 SESSION 4

Friday, February 14, 2025

8:00 - 8:45 Morning Meet-ups & Breakfast
8:45 - 9:45 SESSION 5
9:45 - 10:00 Transition
10:00 - 11:00 SESSION 6
11:00 - 12:30 LUNCH
12:45 - 2:30 Team Time (1 hour, 45 minutes)
2:30 - 2:45 Transition
2:45 - 3:30 CLOSING in PAC

Scroll down to register for the Breakout Sessions!

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8:45am CST

EduHero Science Safety Lesson LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M119 ANNEX

Time to complete the required Science Safety training for all PK-12 science teachers and paras who may assist with science lessons.

Please ensure to bring your LT Chromebook and a set of headphones to this session.

Speakers

Annie Powers

Instructional Coach, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M119 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Google Classroom Campus Leaders FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M104 ANNEX

Do you feel confident in your knowledge of Google Classroom? Are you interested in supporting others in their Google Classroom journey? In this session, we'll brainstorm what it might look like to be a "Google Classroom Campus Leader" and discuss best practices, challenges, resources, and support opportunities. This is an "interest" session only - attendance does not commit you to anything going forward, but we'd love to hear your feedback and ideas!

Speakers

Anna Catherine Alvis

Coordinator, Instructional Technology, 730 - Technology & Information Serv

Lisa Johnson

Instructional Coach - Technology, 730 - Technology & Information Serv

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M104 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Google Classroom: Migration Prep LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

D206 Computer Lab MAIN

This session is designed to help support your migration to Google Classroom. In this session, attendees will review resources and best practices for the migration and have dedicated time to implement strategies for resource transfer and Google Classroom set up. Come on your own or with your team to make progress on your migration goals.

*Please bring headphones if you are able.

Speakers

Sandy Surdy

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
D206 Computer Lab MAIN

K-12

8:45am CST

Google Classroom: Migration Prep LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

D205 Computer Lab MAIN

Speakers

Sandy Surdy

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
D205 Computer Lab MAIN

K-12

8:45am CST

Hike the High School 2.0 Into the Wilderness! FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M201 ANNEX

In this session we will combine the great outdoors with good conversation with peers about teaching and life best practices.
Please wear shoes that are comfortable to hike in as well as outerwear if it's chilly.

Speakers

Debbie Garinger

Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

I have been in education for 44 years and am in my 26th year as a principal. This is my second year as principal of Lake Travis High School.

Rebecca Hudson

Principal - Middle School, 041 - Lake Travis Middle School

Prior to becoming an administrator, I was a classroom teacher for over 15 years teaching AP World History. My journey in education has included being a teacher, tennis coach, 504/Testing Coordinator, Assistant Principal, Academic Dean and my current role as the Lake Travis Middle... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M201 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Increasing Student Engagement in the Classroom FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M120 ANNEX

Engage the brain to avoid the yawn! Turn snores into scores!

Designed for educators eager to revolutionize their teaching approach, this dynamic session devles into the art and science of captivating students in the learning process.

Participants will explore the connection between classroom culture and student engagement and learn to craft and execute lessons that ignite curiosity, foster active participation, and create an inclusive and stimulating classroom environment. The presentation will include practical engagement strategies that you can use in your classroom tomorrow.

Speakers

Melanie Beninga

Principal - Middle School, 043 - Bee Cave Middle School

Brandace Sandoval

Teacher on Special Assignment, 043 - Bee Cave Middle School

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M120 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Lab strategies and solutions LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

H220 MAIN

Learn how to make laboratory activities meaningful in science classes. Including preparation, relevance, planning, execution, and grading.

Speakers

Mitch Coslet

HS Science Teacher, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
H220 MAIN

K-12

8:45am CST

Language Matters: Building Confidence and Competence in EBs LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M212 ANNEX

Emergent bilingual students thrive when their language abilities are recognized as assets rather than barriers. In this session, participants will explore practical strategies to build both confidence and competence in language acquisition for EBs across all grade levels. Attendees will gain insights into fostering a supportive classroom environment where students feel empowered to take risks in their language learning journey. Join us to learn how small, intentional changes can make a big impact on the success of your emergent bilingual students. Walk away with actionable tools and resources to implement immediately in your classroom!

Speakers

Yvett Galvan

ES Instructional Support/ESL Teacher, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

I have been with the district for 12 years and have had the pleasure of graduating two of my three children from the Great LTISD. Fun fact: I have worked at every Elementary School in the district, including roles as a 2nd and 4th grade dual language teacher at LTE, a 2nd grade teacher... Read More →

Josie Phan

ES Instructional Support/ESL Teacher, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Kim Pradhan

ES Instructional Support/ESL Teacher, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

I've been an ESL Specialist for LTISD for 5 years. Fun fact: I did my student teacher training (5th grade) at LPE in 2017! In years past, I did a dual Masters in Linguistics/TESOL and taught ESL at the English Language Institute at the Univeristy of Pittsburgh. I grew up in Indianapolis... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M212 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

LTHS Bird Walk FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M202 ANNEX

Take a walk, get out in nature, and learn about the birds that make the Lake Travis area their home. You'll also learn about tools and resources for incorporating birds and nature into your class.

Speakers

Kimberly Kight

SLP, 908 - Special Services

You may know me as your friendly BCMS Speech-Language Pathologist, but I'm also a birder. I became obsessed with birding a few years ago and am now part of Travis Audubon's Master Birder class of 2025. Birding are amazing. Birds are dinosaurs! Birds open you (and your students) up... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M202 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Making Connections from the Roots FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M121 ANNEX

In this interactive session, you will learn about how we all naturally place each other in boxes based on what we think we know about each other. Then we will find out how we are all truly connected and how important it is to find the connectedness to lead successfully.

Speakers

Kim Kellner

Principal - Elementary School, 103 - Bee Cave Elementary School

Ashley Nauta

Assistant Principal - Elementary School, 103 - Bee Cave Elementary School

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Rida Ortego

Assistant Principal - Elementary School, 103 - Bee Cave Elementary School

Rida Ortego serves as an Assistant Principal at Lake Travis ISD. She has 22 years of experience in elementary education, with 19 years of instructional experience serving students in monolingual, bilingual, and dual-language programs in grades Pre-Kingergarten through Fourth Grade... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M121 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Novel Talk LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M103 ANNEX

Do you feel passionate about novel selection and instruction in the MS ELA classroom? This session is open and highly recommended for all Middle School ELA teachers interested in discussing the vertical alignment of novels used in the ELA classroom and appropriate strategies for novel instruction.

Speakers

Amanda Prehn

Director- Curriculum & Instruction, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Lauren Feist

Instructional Coach, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Lauren Feist is the MS Humanities Instructional Coach for Lake Travis ISD. Previously, she worked as the ELA Department Chair at Bee Cave Middle School since the school's opening. She was honored to be named Teacher of the Year for 2024-25 in her last year of teaching. Before that... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M103 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Old School vs. New School: Assessment LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M310 (THEATER) ANNEX

How much testing is necessary to respond to student learning?
How much is too much?
Does the way we test students help us gauge their understanding, or does it just tell us about their test taking skills?

These are the types of questions you can pose and answer in this session of our Old School vs. New School series!

In our first ever "Old School vs. New School" series, participants will be given the space and opportunity to discuss important topics in education. There are no right or wrong answers to these often sticky questions. We want to provide you with a chance to share your thoughts while also learning from others. Great things can come from engaging in discourse with other experts in education!

As an added bonus, the facilitators will be using interactive communication protocols that you can experience and then adapt to your own classroom.

Speakers

Lyndsae Benton, Ed.D.

Executive Director, Curriculum & Instruction, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Clare Birdsall

Instructional Coach, 908 - Special Services

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M310 (THEATER) ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

Parent Communications: Supporting teachers in building best parent communication practices FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M107 ANNEX

This presentation is intended to offer non-intimidating guidance for teachers of all ages and experience levels when communication with parents is expected and/or required. For some teachers, parent communication is a piece of cake, while for others, it is extremely stressful. No matter how you feel about communicating with parents, this presentation will include choosing the proper method to communicate, when you should communicate, preparing the relevant message, and a little fun role playing! Gain the skills and confidence you need to succeed at your next parent encounter!

Speakers

Stuart Foreman

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Dr. Fela Mathy

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M107 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

The Power of Words: Affirming Neurodiversity in Education FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M205 ANNEX

This session will explore how affirming language fosters inclusion and belonging for neurodiverse learners. Educators will learn to identify and replace ableist language, adopt strength-based approaches, and implement practical strategies to support all students. Through interactive activities and reflection, participants will leave equipped to create more inclusive and empowering educational environments.

Speakers

Ariel Dennis

School Psychologist - Child Find, 908 - Special Services

I am a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. This is my second year with LTISD. I have experience working with secondary, elementary, and early childhood populations. I am passionate about advocating for children with disabilities... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M205 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

The Prismatic Protagonist: A Model for Character Analysis LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M113 ANNEX

We've noticed a pattern in our favorite coming-of-age protagonists and their relationships to supporting characters: the supporting characters in the narratives we find most compelling are more than merely foils or Jungian archetypes. Rather they are fully-formed metaphorical personality components of the protagonists themselves. We find this fun and fascinating and want to discuss it with other literature nerds. Oh, and also... it's spot-on TDEC commentary, exploring the depths of character motivations and author's purpose.

Speakers

Shannon Aguirre

HS Latin Teacher, 001 - Lake Travis High School

I enjoy discussing differentiation, authentic assessment, deep learning, student-centered classrooms, paperless classrooms, gamification/interactivity, and intrinsic motivation. In addition to classical Latin, I love to tinker with technology and I'm self-taught in web design, CSS... Read More →

J.D. Aguirre

HS English Teacher, 001 - Lake Travis High School

I am ever the geek. I love to read and write sci-fi stories. Star Wars is my thing, and I firmly believe that we are living in a Nerdy Golden Age. I am always interested in ways to engage my students with subjects & topics in which they are not always immediately interested. I believe... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M113 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

What Happens When We Say No? Special Education Law 101 FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M312 (Sci Lab) ANNEX

In this session, participants will gain a deeper understanding of special education law as it pertains to the ARD process and committee decision making. Topics will highlight managing differing opinions regarding recommendations and requests for services/supports and what legal parameters exist around these decisions. Participants should leave with a solid foundation in special education law and how to use that knowledge to effectively engage in the ARD process.

Speakers

Siiri Marquardt

Assistant Director of Special Services, 908 - Special Services

This my first year in the position of Assistant Director of Special Services. I have been in Lake Travis ISD for 12 years and start as a School Psychologist at the campus level. I got my EdS in School Psychology in 2013 from Loyola University in Chicago. Before that, I taught 2 years... Read More →

Kelsey Theis

School Psychologist - Lead, 908 - Special Services

Hello! This is my 9th year as a school psychologist and my 6th year with LTISD. I currently serve as the lead over evaluation and ARD facilitation in the district. I love supporting campuses through the ARD process and am always here to help anyone navigate the ARD process.

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M312 (Sci Lab) ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

❤ Fall in Love... with Formative! ❤ FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M111 ANNEX

Join me for a session that will have you swooning over the incredible capabilities of Formative, the ultimate digital tool for instruction and assessment! Whether you’re just now putting yourself out there or already a passionate pedagogue of Formative, I assure you all attendees will walk away as love-struck learners.
In this session, you will experience the chocolate box variety of question types from the student side, effortlessly transform the everyday materials and resources you already adore into interactive learning experiences, discover quick and meaningful feedback options, and learn how to assess student achievement with such ease it will sweep you off your feet!
This February, let’s fall in love with innovative teaching practices and discover how Formative can elevate your instruction and assessment strategies. Swipe right on this session today! …Or perhaps just click the cute little circle to add it to your Sched. 😊

Speakers

Arielle Ties

ES 3rd Grade Teacher, 103 - Bee Cave Elementary School

This is my 15th year of teaching 3rd grade! I teach math/science in a departmentalized classroom but have experience teaching all subjects. In January 2024 the Modern Classrooms Project designated me as a Distinguished Classroom Modern Educator.

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M111 ANNEX

K-12

8:45am CST

🪄Classroom Wizardry: Powerful Applications from Hogwarts🪄 FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST

M118 ANNEX

Let's take a look at some of the professors from Hogwarts and analyze their teaching techniques and share things they could do to make learning more powerful (using our power moves).

Speakers

Dana Schrader

Humanities Coordinator, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

I love to find creative ways to guide kids in to learning!

Friday February 14, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CST
M118 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

CAVS Challenge - Staff Edition FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M505 (GYM 4)

Join us for a unique and inspiring professional development session where you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the students of Lake Travis High School and experience firsthand the power of their Cavalier Challenge initiative. This kindness-driven program was created to foster a fun, inclusive, and welcoming culture on campus.

Speakers

Mason Whitfield

Associate Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Cavs Challenge Students

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M505 (GYM 4)

K-12

10:00am CST

Creating Online Tests in Eduphoria LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M106 ANNEX

Lets walk through the steps of creating an online assessment in Eduphoria from start to finish. Learn how to share the test with your team or others.

Creating Assessments Eduphoria Slide Presentation

Speakers

Kathy Burbank

Director of Accountability/Achievement, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Kathy joined Lake Travis ISD in May 2007. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Texas followed by a Master of Education degree in Instructional Technology from the University of Houston. She previously worked at the Education Service Center... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M106 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

DoubleTree: The simple secret to super classroom management success by combining Solution Tree (PLCs) and Emergent Tree (Safe, Respectful, Responsible). FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M118 ANNEX

In this session we will take the stress and tension out of classroom management. How? Well you have to come to find out! However, the key theme is that stress often comes from not being as prepared as we would like to be, and classroom management is no different. So we will create and practice super effective classroom management plans by using incredibly simple to implement and time effective tools.

Speakers

Clark Fredrickson

Assistant Principal - Middle School, 042 - Hudson Bend Middle School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M118 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

EduHero Science Safety Lesson LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M119 ANNEX

Speakers

Jessica Barr

STEM Coordinator, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

I am passionate about creating learning opportunities that help students develop conceptual understanding, critical thinking, and collaborative learning skills! I have a passion for learning and love opportunities like these to learn and lead alongside others!

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M119 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Eduprotocols- Teaching Smarter, Not Harder! FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M111 ANNEX

Let’s explore how EduProtocols can help us teach more effectively while working less! EduProtocols are flexible frameworks designed to engage students in meaningful learning across all subjects, from kindergarten to 12th grade and beyond. These protocols empower students to collaborate, communicate, create, and think critically in every lesson.
As educators, you’ll walk into your classroom with a renewed sense of excitement and purpose. EduProtocols have been a total game-changer for both our teaching and our students’ learning experiences. We can’t wait to share them with you!

Speakers

Leslie Perez

MS Language Arts Teacher, 041 - Lake Travis Middle School

I love all things middle school...the wacky, the weird, the awkward. Folks in the middle have their own brilliance, despite the oil, hormones, and strange smells. They are my tribe, and I adore them.

Tracie Weisinger

MS SpEd - Resource Teacher, 041 - Lake Travis Middle School

Jodi Gosnell

MS Language Arts Teacher, 041 - Lake Travis Middle School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M111 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Engaging Difficult Parents: Proactive Strategies to Prevent Grievances LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M120 ANNEX

Speakers

Chad Crowson

General Counsel

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M120 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Essential Pear Deck & Google Slides Skills- Teaching is hard, let technology help! FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M109 ANNEX

If you haven't been using Pear Deck in your classroom, you need to!
Pear Deck is a great tool that turns Google Slide presentations into interactive lessons for students. Not only is Pear Deck engaging, it is also a great way to administer formal and informal checks with your class. In this session we will practice using Pear Deck and discover a few tips and tricks that make Pear Deck a #1 tool for increased student engagement and quick classroom data checks.

Who doesn't love google slides?!?.
In this session you will be creating multiple google slide templates for year round use. We will focus on templates for planning, daily/agenda slides, seating charts, student activities & parent communication. You will also have the opportunity to create slides with locked backgrounds, fun design elements and interactive pieces.

Bring your devices! There will be ample time to create/customize. You will be leaving with finished products to start using in the classroom right away!

Speakers

Katelyn McCoy

MS Math Teacher, 041 - Lake Travis Middle School

I am a busy mom of three and enjoying making my teaching job “easier” by using technology when I can! I have been teaching for 8 years, starting in elementary school SPED and then moving to my current position as a 6th grade math & science teacher at LTMS.

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M109 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

From Chaos to Clarity: Helping Students with Executive Function Challenges FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M103 ANNEX

Executive function skills are essential for student success, yet many struggle with organization, time management, and self-regulation. This session will break down what executive function is, who it affects, and how challenges manifest in the classroom. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of these difficulties and leave with four practical, research-backed tools to help students improve their executive functioning skills and thrive academically.

Speakers

Summer Miller

ES 3rd Grade Teacher, 106 - West Cypress Hills Elem School

Jessica Pulaski

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 106 - West Cypress Hills Elem School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M103 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Google Classroom: Migration Prep LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

D205 Computer Lab MAIN

Speakers

Lisa Johnson

Instructional Coach - Technology, 730 - Technology & Information Serv

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
D205 Computer Lab MAIN

K-12

10:00am CST

Google Classroom: Migration Prep LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

D206 Computer Lab MAIN

Speakers

Lisa Johnson

Instructional Coach - Technology, 730 - Technology & Information Serv

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
D206 Computer Lab MAIN

K-12

10:00am CST

HALO Workshop LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

Principal Conference Room (MAIN)

Working time for LTHS administrators to continue identifying, tracking, and planning for HALO students on campus.

Speakers

Sandy Surdy

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Julie Haney

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Principal Conference Room (MAIN)

K-12

10:00am CST

Old School vs. New School: Behavior FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M310 (THEATER) ANNEX

How important is it for a student to receive consequences for their behaviors?
How do you feel about reward systems and incentives for positive behaviors?
How do you feel about zero tolerance practices?

These are the types of questions you can pose and answer in this session of our Old School vs. New School series!

In our first ever "Old School vs. New School" series, participants will be given the space and opportunity to discuss important topics in education. There are no right or wrong answers to these often sticky questions. We want to provide you with a chance to share your thoughts while also learning from others. Great things can come from engaging in discourse with other experts in education!

As an added bonus, the facilitators will be using interactive communication protocols that you can experience and then adapt to your own classroom.

Speakers

Lauren Feist

Instructional Coach, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Clare Birdsall

Instructional Coach, 908 - Special Services

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M310 (THEATER) ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Parent Communications: Supporting teachers in building best parent communication practices FILLING

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M107 ANNEX

Speakers

Stuart Foreman

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Dr. Fela Mathy

Assistant Principal - High School, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M107 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Support your Emergent Bilingual Students Every Day! FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M212 ANNEX

Come learn stress free ways to support you EB learners everyday! I will show you how canva, google translate, kami, blooket, kahoot, and so many more digital resources can translate content to support your EB learners.

Speakers

Alex Lomeo

MS Social Studies/ESL Teacher, 043 - Bee Cave Middle School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M212 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Team Dynamics and Making the Most of your PLCs! LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M206 ANNEX

If planning or PLC feels overwhelming let's turn that around today! We highly recommend you attend this session with your entire team so you can take advantage of the amazing group you have supporting you. Let's look at team dynamics with fresh eyes and figure out why PLC is a wonderful tool for your students.

Speakers

Lori Foster

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Loving life as a polka dot super hero to 6 and 7 year olds that are easily impressed. They believe I can sing. They believe I am smart. They believe I might have known George Washington and Martin Luther King Jr. They really care how they make me feel, and after a day with them, I... Read More →

Alex Stanley

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Laura Annabelli

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Natalie Zanot

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Katelin Hunt

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Suzanne Pankonien

ES 1st Grade Teacher, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M206 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

Tech to Empower: Unlocking Potential with Assistive Tools LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

M202 ANNEX

The role of the Assistive Technology Team including AT Basics at LTISD, basic tech versus high tech, collecting trial data, and navigating the paperwork.

Speakers

Sarah Ingram

Clerk - Special Services, 908 - Special Services

John Cox

Assistive Technology, 908 - Special Services

Support Assistive Technology for LTISD Special Services. Call me at 512.533.7919 or email coxj@ltisdschools.org

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
M202 ANNEX

K-12

10:00am CST

The Secret Sauce (to team success) FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

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This session is most impactful if teams come together, so bring your team along and dive into assessing the trust and capacity of your team. Using rubrics and continuums, you all can decide where your team is wildly successful and what the next steps are to taking your team work to the next level. Everything

Speakers

Keegan Luedecke

Principal - Elementary School, 105 - Serene Hills Elementary School

Hi! I am the principal at Serene Hills Elementary. This is my 5th year as principal and prior to that I was the AP at S.H.E. for three years. I began my time in LTISD at LWE, where I taught 1st then 3rd grades for seven years. Before coming to LT, I taught 4th grade in Copperas Cove... Read More →

Karen Reich

Principal - Elementary School, 104 - Lake Pointe Elementary School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
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K-12

10:00am CST

Top Awesome Canva Tips you can use ASAP! FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

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Join me for an engaging session at the Learning Together Conference where I’ll reveal my top Canva tips that will transform the way you create teaching materials! Discover quick and easy design hacks that not only save you precious time but also enhance your presentations, worksheets, and visual aids across all subjects. Whether you’re a Canva novice or a seasoned pro, you'll leave with practical strategies that you can implement immediately in your classroom. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your teaching resources and inspire your students with eye-catching designs!

Speakers

Mary Carnes

MS Science Teacher, 043 - Bee Cave Middle School

I graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX. I started teaching 7th-grade math at a school in East Texas. I met my husband, got married, and moved to Austin where I began working at Lake Travis ISD teaching 5th grade at LTE. During my first (or maybe... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
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K-12

10:00am CST

We Will Write with lots of laughter FULL

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

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In this session, you will learn a fun new way to support TDEC writing in your classroom, but it will be more of a collaborative learning style. If you have been looking for something that will genuinely "ignite the urge to write" within your classroom, join Nikki and Amy's writing session. You will be guaranteed a fun-filled hour of learning. Bring your charged Chromebook. Students write in short bursts and provide feedback. The teacher brings their texts to life, helping them deepen their understanding of literacy. The game format encourages creativity by providing imaginative challenges that make writing fun and interesting. The anonymous teamwork creates a safe space where students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes.

Speakers

Amy Russ

Principal - Elementary School, 106 - West Cypress Hills Elem School

Nikki Cornell

ES 5th Grade Teacher, 106 - West Cypress Hills Elem School

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
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K-12

10:00am CST

Yep! Kami Can Do All of That and More LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST

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Kami is your all in one sidekick with 40 plus tools and features to enhance your existing curriculum and resources and turn them into interactive and engaging learning experiences. And, it works great in Google Classroom.

Speakers

Sharon McMichael

MS Instructional Support/Literacy Teacher, 042 - Hudson Bend Middle School

My passion has been to help students become better readers since I was in 2nd grade. I truly love dyslexic learners and those who learn differently. * * My B.A. is from Northeastern Illinois University with an English major and minor in Computer Science. I earned my master's... Read More →

Friday February 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CST
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K-12