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.
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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!

9:15am CST

Using AI to Build Tangible Learning Targets FILLING

Thursday February 13, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am CST

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During this presentation, we will explore the innovative use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in developing clear and tangible learning targets for students. These learning targets serve as essential communication tools, outlining specific expectations for students throughout the unit. By incorporating both skills and concepts that students must master, we ensure that they have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and goals.

Speakers

Lauren Taylor

HS Science Teacher, 001 - Lake Travis High School

Thursday February 13, 2025 9:15am - 10:15am CST
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Secondary

10:30am CST

Show Me the Mastery: AI, Help Me Help Me FULL

Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CST

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This session has been created to demonstrate the possible ways to utilize AI tools to increase student understanding of text that is difficult to read or understand.

Speakers

Chad Ouellette

Assistant Principal - Middle School, 043 - Bee Cave Middle School

I have been in the education field for 23 years with roles including elementary teacher, middle school assistant principal, principal, assistant director of special education. I have found working with teachers and parents to develop our next future leaders is always changing and... Read More →

Thursday February 13, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CST
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K-12

1:15pm CST

SpEd Department Chair Leadership Academy LIMITED

Thursday February 13, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CST

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In this fourth installment of the Leadership Academy we will dive into supporting collaborative classrooms, building strong teams and leveraging the power of technology to support our learners.

Speakers

Amanda Prehn

Director- Curriculum & Instruction, 727 - Curriculum & Instruction

Megan Butler

Secondary Special Education Instructional Coach, 908 - Special Services

This is my 10th year in the district and 28th year in Education. I have experience as a Paraprofessional in an Elementary Autism program, Teacher in High School Life Skills and 18 Plus, Resource and Inclusion Teacher Middle School, a Varsity Cheer and Pom Coach, and an Area Director... Read More →

Angela Hrapchak

Special Services Coordinator, 908 - Special Services

Angela Hrapchak has been involved in Lake Travis ISD since 2014 as a parent, Special Education teacher, At-Risk Coordinator, Assistant Principal, and now a Special Services Coordinator. She values advocating for all students, watching her own daughters participate in extracurricular... Read More →

Jennifer Freeman

Executive Director, Special Services, 908 - Special Services

Lyndsey Prosceno

Instructional Coach, 908 - Special Services

Thursday February 13, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CST
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SPED

2:30pm CST

Get Your Theme On! FULL

Thursday February 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST

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This session is geared towards early childhood educators (PreK and ECSE). Who doesn't love a theme!? Thematic units are interdisciplinary and engaging to young learners. Let's share our ideas and learn from each other!

Speakers

Amy Anderson

ES Pre-K Teacher, 101 - Lake Travis Elementary School

Thursday February 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
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Early Childhood (PreK & ECSE)

8:45am CST

Using AI to Build Tangible Learning Targets LIMITED

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

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Speakers

Lauren Taylor

HS Science Teacher, 001 - Lake Travis High School

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

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

12:45pm CST

Fourth Science Team Time LIMITED

Friday February 14, 2025 12:45pm - 2:30pm CST

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Team Time

Moderators

Lauren Bryan

Teacher on Special Assignment, 101 - Lake Travis Elementary School

Friday February 14, 2025 12:45pm - 2:30pm CST
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Team Time