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TEPSA Summer ConferenceJune 10-12, 2015 | Austin Renaissance Hotel

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Tuesday, June 91pm Golf Tournament3-7pm Registration4-7pm Scholastic Book Fair and Barnes & Noble Professional Learning Bookstore

Wednesday, June 107am-5:30pm Registration 7am-7:30pm Shuttle8-11am Master Classes8am-6pm Scholastic Book Fair and Barnes & Noble Professional Learning Bookstore9:30am Coffee & Tea with Exhibitors9:30am-5:30pm Exhibit Hall Open 10am-4pm Technology Help Desk10:15-11:15am Sessions11:15am-1pm Lunch/Visit Exhibit Hall1-2:30pm General Session: Steve Gilliland2:45-3:45pm Sessions3:15-4:15pm Sessions4:15-5:30pm Visit Exhibit Hall5:30-7pm Awards Reception

Thursday, June 117:30am-5pm Registration 7am-6pm Shuttle8am Coffee & Tea with Exhibitors8am-3pm Exhibit Hall Open8am-5pm Scholastic Book Fair and Barnes & Noble Professional Learning Bookstore8:15-9:15am Legislative Update/Sessions8:30-9:30am Sessions9:30-10am Visit Exhibit Hall10-11:30am General Session: Angela Maiers10am-4pm Technology Help Desk11:30am-1pm Lunch/Visit Exhibit Hall12:30pm Passport to Prizes Drawing1-2pm Sessions1:15-2:15pm Sessions2:45-3:45pm Sessions3:15-4:15pm Sessions4-5pm Sessions

Friday, June 127:30am-NooN Registration7am-12:30pm Shuttle8am Coffee & Tea8am-Noon Barnes & Noble Professional Learning Bookstore8-9am Sessions/Early Career Leaders Panel & Breakfast 9:15-10:15am Sessions10:30-11:45am General Session: Simon Bailey

Schedule ContentsAustin Map and Hotel Listing ................... 58-59Awards Reception and Program ............... 7Awards Recipients .................................. 8-13Book Signings ........................................ 6CPE Form and Principal Standards ........... 62Early Career Leaders Breakfast ..................6, 28Educator Exchange ..............................................23, 26, 27,38Exhibitors ............................................... 41-56General Sessions .................................... 14-15Legislative Update .................................. 6, 19Live Learning Center ............................... 65Master Classes ....................................... 5Renaissance Map ................................... Back CoverSchedule ................................................ 3Sessions ................................................ 16-30Sessions At-A-Glance .............................. 34-39Shuttle Routes and Schedule ................... 60Social Media Lounge ............................... 5, 32Technology and Social Media................... 5TEPSA 2015-2016 Learning Calendar ...... 64TEPSA Leadership ................................... 4TEPSA Partners ....................................... 39TEPSA Talks ............................................ 23, 38

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Conference Registration | AtriumWed:7am-5:30pm Thurs: 7:30am-5pm Fri:7:30am-NooN A badge is required for admission to all events. Fees: Members - $389 Nonmembers - $628Family members who are not practicing

administrators - $25Superintendents - Complimentary

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The Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA), whose hallmark is educational leaders learning with and from each other, has served Texas PreK-8 school leaders since 1917. Member owned and member governed, TEPSA has more than 5,800 mem-bers who direct the activities of more than 3 million PreK-8 school children.

Executive Committee

Harley EckhartExecutive Director

TEPSA

Eddie DamianPresident-Elect

Fort Bend

Nancy TovarFirst Vice President

El Paso

Vic EugenioNAESP Representative

Mansfield

Belinda NealPresidentLindale

Manuel GonzalesSecond Vice President

Frisco

Yolanda DelaneySecretaryCanyon

Leadership

Dianabel Gómez-Villarreal La Joya (1) Annette Sanchez Beeville (2) Laura Longoria Victoria (3) Christina Hopkins Fort Bend (4) Paul Shipman Beaumont (5) Leah Russell Navasota (6) Tana Herring Elkhart (7) Missy Walley Chapel Hill (8) Stacey Darnall Burkburnett (9) Pam Mitchell Coppell (10)

Standing Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs Pam Mitchell Advocacy Chair, Coppell Lisa McLaughlin Advocacy Vice Chair, Deer ParkStacy Davis Membership, Marketing & PR Chair, FrenshipNayeli Carriaga Membership, Marketing & PR Vice Chair, Sharyland Lauri Schroeder Programs & Services Chair, ElginSue Wilson Programs & Services Vice Chair, Longview Dianne Timberlake Special Committee on Elections, Hardin-Jefferson Sharon Wright Nominating Committee Chair, PlainviewScot Clayton Nominating Committee Vice Chair, Henrietta

Ronnita Carridine Fort Worth (11) Wendy Haider Killeen (12) Martha Werner Round Rock (13) Kim Jones Clyde (14) Lynn Schniers San Angelo (15) Reagan Oles Claude (16) Ann Callaway Meadow (17) Tanya Bell Midland (18) Michael Mackeben Clint (19) Graciela Martinez Edgewood (20)

TEPSA regions coincide with regional education service center boundaries.TEPSA Region Presidents

Standing Committee MembersGabe Adamek, Yoakum; Maureen Adams, Killeen; Audrey Ash, Burkburnett; Amanda Borowczak, Grand Prairie; Cheri Braden, San Angelo; Christian Caldarera, Browns-ville; Stephanie Coronado, Humble; Yvette East, Houston; Peggy Elliott, Sweetwater; Renee Elmore, Paris; Libby Flores, San Benito; Tonya Garza, Lamar; Jackie Gorena, Irving; Shauna Hittle, Tyler; Stephanie Hughes, Fort Worth; Anthony Limon, Shary-land; Robin Macke, Lewisville; Jenae Mai, North East; Mike Manchee, Amarillo; Shelly Mayer, Fort Worth; Ana Murray, Smithville; Jeffrey Owens, North East; Tammy Par-rish, Mason; Susan Peacock, Georgetown; Anita Rangel, Lubbock; Cynthia Sanchez, El Paso; Nickolas Smith, Midway; Curtis Stahnke, Comanche; Shaunté Stewart, La Vega; Amber Teamann, Wylie; Steven Wurtz, Arlington; and Lorena Zertuche, Katy.

StaffHarley Eckhart

Executive Director

Mark TerryDeputy Executive Director

Joni CarlsonDirector of Meetings

Cecilia Cortez de MagallanesMarketing & Communications Manager

Ann HopkinsMembership/Standing Committees

Coordinator

Kirsten HundAssociate Executive Director

for Instruction

Anita JilesAssociate Executive Director

for Marketing & Communications

Ken JonesController

Trae KendrickChief Information Officer

Elizabeth KernanOffice Manager

Kristina Mora Student Council & Exhibits Coordinator

Lori SanchezMembership & Communications Assistant

Louis SilvasWebmaster

Karen TerryGovernance Coordinator

Contact501 East 10th St, Austin, TX 78701

512-478-5268; 800-252-3621Fax: 512-478-1502

www.tepsa.org

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Technology and Social MediaWednesday | 8-11am Master Class Fee (includes book)Members - $189 Nonmembers - $249

1A. Sit and Get Won’t Grow DendritesRoom: PecosMarcia Tate, Developing MindsBook: Sit and Get Won’t Grow Dendrites by Marcia Tate

1B. Creating a Culture of ReadingRoom: San MarcosDonalyn Miller, Scholastic, and Sandi NovakBook: Independent Reading Toolkit includes Creating Lifelong Readers through Independent Reading by Moss & YoungSponsored by Scholastic Book Fairs

1C. Technology Tools for K-8Room: San SabaErin Klein, Teacher and Blogger at KleinspirationBook: Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools by Michael Horn and Heather Staker 1D. How to Improve Instruction in Three Simple StepsRoom: Ballroom BSean Cain, Lead Your SchoolBook: Fundamental Five by Sean Cain

1E. Teach Like a PirateRoom: San AntonioDave Burgess, Author of Teach Like a PirateBook: Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess

1F. Motivating Struggling StudentsRoom: SabineBarbara Blackburn, Blackburn Consulting Group, IncBook: Classroom Motivation from A-Z by Barbara Blackburn

1G. Leading Learning 3Di: Instruction to ActionRoom: WedgwoodErvin Knezek, lead4wardBook: A Simpler Way by Margaret Wheatley

Master ClassesTechnology Help DeskWed and Thurs | 10am-4pm | atrium (across from Aqua Bar)Get help with all your tech issues and questions.

Wireless AccessWireless access is provided in all conference areas. Please limit your connection to WiFi to one device to ensure a smooth connection for all attendees. Access code: tepsa15

Conference AppEnhance your conference experience with the TEPSA Summer Conference app! Customize your schedule, connect with other attendees, learn about exhibitors, access handouts, get the latest updates and much, much more.

Download the TEPSA SC App for your device in the Apple App or Google Play stores or visit ddut.ch/tepsa.

Social MediaFollow @TEPSAtalk and use hashtag #tepsa15 for conference tweets. Share your Aha! moments and photos via the TEPSA Summer Conference App or on TEPSA’s Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages.

Social Media LoungeWed and Thurs | atrium (next to Aqua Bar)Learn from tech savvy school leaders. See page 32 for schedule and topics.

Leading the Way around TexasCome See Us in the Atrium!

Meet StuCo Project Director Carolyn Solomon and learn more about the Leaders ‘R’ Us Workshop.

Workshops kick off in September!

Get the scoop on all things TEPSAN at the TEPSA Information Center in the Atrium. Assistant Principals can drop off a business card for a chance to win a free registration to the

conference in October.

Share some face time with your fellow tweeters! Join us for a reception

sponsored by Curriculum Associates:Wednesday, 4:30-5:15pm

Wedgwood

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Download the TEPSA SC App for your device in the Apple App or Google Play stores or visit ddut.ch/tepsa.

WednesdayExhibit Hall Opens/Coffee and Tea9:30am | Exhibit HallStart the day with coffee and tea (first come, first served!) in the Exhibit Hall courtesy of Curricu-lum Associates. Discover the latest educational products and services, shop, visit the Photo Booth in #225, and play the Passports to Prizes game.

Reception4:30-5:15pm | WedgwoodShare some face time with your fel-low tweeters! Join us for a reception sponsored by Curriculum Associates.

Awards Reception5:30-7pm | Grand BallroomAdmission is included in conference registration - all conference attend-ees welcome! Guest tickets may be purchased for $25/person.

Don your boots and bling, y’all, and celebrate the principalship at this ca-sual reception featuring hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. See on page 7.

Special Events

Book SigningsBookstore

Wednesday | 11:15am Barbara Blackburn

Dave Burgess

3:45pmSteve Gilliland

Thursday | 11:30am Angela Maiers

Friday | 11:45amSimon Bailey

ThursdayCoffee & Tea8am | Exhibit Hall

Legislative Update8:15-9:15am | Ballroom AHarley Eckhart and Mark Terry share what changes are coming your way in the next school year including assessment, PreK, school funding, teacher training and more!

Passport to Prizes Drawing12:30pm | Exhibit HallWill you be the lucky winner of one of the many fabulous prizes in this year’s drawing? Only one way to find out—see you in the Exhibit Hall! See page 45.

TEPSA Leaders Orientation and Reception3-5pm | Glass OaksAll 2015-2016 Regional Officers and Standing Committee Members are invited to attend. Understand your leadership role with TEPSA, network with colleagues and have some fun! Adam Saenz will share tips for balancing work and life.

FridayCoffee & Tea8am | Atrium (lobby level)

8-9am | Early Career Leaders Panel & Breakfast | NuecesGrow your career and find answers to questions you can’t ask in your school district. Four educational leaders share their secrets for suc-cess in the principalship and discuss the demanding yet rewarding life of school leadership. Resources for new principals and assistant principals will be shared. A light breakfast will be available.

Panel: Andra Penny, Coppell ISD, @AndraPenny; Sharon Wright, Pla-inview ISD; Mitzi McAfee, Galveston ISD; and Scot Clayton, Henrietta ISD, @clags04

Throughout theConference:Spark Space | BlancoLooking for a place to think, check email, take a break or meet with colleagues? Visit the Spark Space in the Atrium area and illuminate your new learning!

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GreetingsBelinda Neal, TEPSA President

Guest SpeakerGrant Simpson, PhD, Dean School of Education,

Professor of Educational Leadership, St. Edward’s University

Recognition of HonoreesStudent Council Excellence Awards

Scholastic Book Fair Summer Reading Challenge Top Texas Reading SchoolH-E-B Excellence in Education Elementary Principal and Finalists

Schools of CharacterTEPSA Region Assistant Principals of the Year

National Assistant Principal of the Year for TexasTEPSANs of the Year

National Distinguished Principal FinalistsTexas National Distinguished Principal

Thank you partners for your support of the TEPSA Awards Celebration!

Awards Reception ProgramWednesday, June 10| 5:30-7pm | Grand Ballroom

Boots & Bling

PROVINE SCHOOL PICTURES

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The National Distinguished Principal award is supported by Mentoring Minds.

National Distinguished Principal Finalists

Airemy CaudleCleburne ISD

Diane GoughMidway ISD“As a faculty, we value her ideas and opinions because we value her experience in the elementary classroom...She models for us the expec-tations she has for us as professional educators. Mrs. Gough’s leader-ship has created a loving, caring work environment...Not only does this love and support motivate and encourage faculty, but it spills over into every decision that she makes concerning students.” -Abby Neal, Hewitt Elementary Teacher, Midway ISD

Texas National Distinguished PrincipalThe National Distinguished Principal program promotes PreK-8 educational excellence and focuses on the funda-mental importance of the school principal. The program honors principals who exhibit extraordinary leadership, commitment to their students and staff, service to their communities and contributions to the profession, including their professional associations.

Jeannine KeairnesNorthside ISD

Racheal RifeWeatherford ISD

Amy StephensLubbock ISD

Michelle WootenLewisville ISD

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Heather MetzgarMidway ISD“One of Mrs. Metzgar’s greatest strengths is her expansive involvement and background in education...She consistently goes well above and beyond in her service to children.” -Jeanie

Johnson, EdD, Assistant Superintendent, Midway ISD

Recognizing excellence in leadership, the National Assistant Principal of the Year is produced in part-nership with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP).

National Assistant Principal of the Year for Texas

Rep. Jimmie Don Aycock District 54 (R-Killeen)

Representative Aycock was elected to the Texas Legislature in 2006. He represents House District 54, which includes the western portion of Bell County and Lampasas County.

Rep. Aycock is chairman of the House Public Education Committee and serves as an appointed member of the Appropriations subcommittee on Education.

As Chair of the House Public Education Committee, Rep. Aycock works hard to address the concerns of a diverse group of constituents with fairness, integrity and humor. He is a passionate advocate for all students and for high quality public education. His opposition to excessive testing has resulted in significant changes in the Texas assessment program. Our state and our students are stronger because of Jimmie Don Aycock’s leadership and service to public education.

The Tribute to Texas Children recognizes an individual(s), company or institution for outstanding service to Texas education.

Sandi Borden Tribute to Texas Children Award

The National Assistant Principal of the Year for Texas award is supported by Horace Mann.

Aaron PeñaMidway ISD

The H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards celebrate public school professionals whose leadership and dedication inspire a love of learning in all students.

H-E-B Excellence in Education Elementary School Principal and Finalists

In partnership with

Glenell BankheadElgin ISD

Yolanda CastilloPharr-San

Juan-Alamo ISD

Joanelda DeLeonSan Antonio ISD

Benjamin PerezLamar CISD

H-E-B Excellence In Education Elementary Principal Finalists

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Adriana SifuentesLa Joya ISD

Region 1

Lisa BaughmanVictoria ISD

Region 3

Jaclyn VasquezFlour Bluff ISD

Region 2

Melissa BoldingFort Bend ISD

Region 4

Karen FordWarren ISD

Region 5

The TEPSA Regional Assistant Principal of the Year awards recognize assistant principals for their commitment to student learning as evidenced by exceptional school leadership.

Regional Assistant Principals of the Year

Courtney DyerMontgomery ISD

Region 6

Lori KelleyChisum ISD

Region 8

Mike MooreLindale ISD

Region 7

Audrey AshBurkburnett ISD

Region 9

Ashley MillerFrisco ISDRegion 10

Mara Betancourt-SeguraKeller ISDRegion 11

Therese WaffordRound Rock ISD

Region 13

Heather MetzgarMidway ISDRegion 12

Mike KerleyWylie ISD Region 14

Christy FinnBrady ISDRegion 15

Noe RenteriaCanyon ISDRegion 16

Patricia Beard Midland ISD

Region 18

Mary DickersonPlainview ISD

Region 17

Dawn DavisClint ISD

Region 19

Carol PierceNorth East ISD

Region 20

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The Regional TEPSAN of the Year award recognizes members for outstanding dedication and service to TEPSA.

Martin Muñoz, JrLa Joya ISD

Region 1

Laura LongoriaVictoria ISD

Region 3

Annette SanchezBeeville ISD

Region 2

Kathy JahnAlief ISDRegion 4

Paul Shipman, EdDBeaumont ISD

Region 5

Leah RussellNavasota ISD

Region 6

Carrie GrayRivercrest ISD

Region 8

Sue WilsonLongview ISD

Region 7

Sandy CampWichita Falls ISD

Region 9

Alisha CrumleyGrand Prairie ISD

Region 10

Ronnita CarridineFort Worth ISD

Region 11

Alisa NiemeyerLa Grange ISD

Region 13

Wendy HaiderKilleen ISDRegion 12

Jeffrey BrokovichAbilene ISDRegion 14

Cheri Braden San Angelo ISD

Region 15

Casey McBroom Tulia ISDRegion 16

Jill ArthurMidland ISDRegion 18

Ann CallawayMeadow ISD

Region 17

Rosa PargaEl Paso ISDRegion 19

Graciela MartinezEdgewood ISD

Region 20

Regional TEPSANs of the Year

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2014-2015 Student Council Excellence AwardsSchools of Character

Developed by Character.org, the Schools of Character program

recognizes schools and districts that have developed an outstanding character education initiative.

The American Student Council Association, in conjunction with NAESP, recog-nizes student councils across the nation for making a difference in their schools and communities. ( ) Denotes how many years school has received award.

National and Texas Schools of Character

Fort Settlement Middle SchoolFort Bend ISDPrincipal: Julie Diaz

Zwink ElementaryKlein ISDPrincipal: Jenny McGown

Texas Schools of Character

HL Brockett ElementaryAubrey ISD Principal: Connie Lott

Cottonwood Creek ElementaryCoppell ISD Principal: Andra Penny

Marshall Leadership AcademyGrand Prairie ISDPrincipal: Whitney Carlisle

Simon Middle SchoolHays CISDPrincipal: Matt Pope

T.E. Baxter ElementaryMidlothian ISDPrincipal: Courtney Carpenter

Northgate Crossing ElementarySpring ISDPrincipal: Kristi Brown

Honorable Mention

Indian Springs ElementaryComal ISDPrincipal: Marisa Wulfsberg

Bagdad ElementaryLeander ISDPrincipal: Cathy White

Abilene ISDAustin Elementary (3)Principal: Carla GarrettAlvin ISDE. C. Mason Elementary (4) Principal: Rene RivesPassmore Elementary (1)Principal: Rosemary ReedMark Twain Elementary (1)Principal: Brenda VincentMary Marek Elementary (2)Principal: Krystal HawksAustin ISDSunset Valley Elementary (3)Principal: Kim PlackerCarroll ISDEubanks Intermediate (3)Principal: Deana SteeberClear Creek ISDJames F. Bay Elementary (4)Principal: Erin TiteHyde Elementary (2)Principal: Kelly ChapmanSandra Mossman Elementary (2)Principal: Debbie JohnsonClint ISDRed Sands Elementary (4)Principal: Michael MackebenMontana Vista Elementary (1)Principal: Lety SalasCoppell ISDLakeside Elementary (2)Principal: Gema HallMockingbird Elementary (4)Principal: Pam MitchellWilson Elementary (1)Principal: Chris NesterDel Valle ISDPopham Elementary (6)Principal: Suzi GonzalesEagle Pass ISDRobert E. Lee Elementary (2)Principal: Blanca MuzquizEl Paso ISDBond Elementary (2)Principal: Haidi AppelFort Bend ISDJan Schiff Elementary (4)Principal: Jessica McMullen

Fort Worth ISDD. McRae Elementary (4)Principal: Kendall MillerDolores Huerta Elementary (2)Principal: Carla CosciaYoung Women’s Leadership Academy (5)Principal: Mia HallHarlean Beal Elementary (1)Principal: Alfreida ColvinFrisco ISDCalvin Bledsoe Elementary (5)Principal: Beverly WoodsonGeorgetown ISDRaye McCoy Elementary (4)Principal: Tyra RasberryGrand Prairie ISDFlorence Hill Elementary (1)Principal: Dr. Catherine BridgesHardin Jefferson ISDSour Lake Elementary (3)Principal: Danny McFarlandHarlingen CISDBowie Elementary (1)Principal: Susan SalinasLee H. Means Elementary (1)Principal: Mindy SanchezHays CISDBuda Elementary (4)Principal: Tim RobinsonScience Hall Elementary (1)Principal: Soor-el PugaFuentes Elementary (3)Principal: Regina ButcherHoly Trinity Episcopal School (Private)Holy Trinity Episcopal Middle (3)Head of School: Jeff MatthewsIrving ISDM. C. Lively Elementary (2)Principal: Sean FlynnJohn Haley Elementary (1)Principal: NeTassha RendonBarton Elementary (1)Principal: Jackie GorenaKaty ISDEdna Mae Fielder Elementary (1)Principal: Dr. William RhodesKeller ISDEagle Ridge Elementary (3)Principal: Anne Seaberry

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Midlothian ISDLongbranch Elementary (1)Principal: Karena BlackwellNorthside ISD-San AntonioGregorio Esparza Elementary (2)Principal: Billy NavinTimberwilde Elementary (2)Principal: Tod KuenningClarence Galm Elementary (1)Principal: Jill HolmesHoffmann Elementary (2)Principal: Carrie SquyresMonroe May Elementary (5)Principal: Geri BenitezLeon Springs Elementary (5)Principal: Dr. Kathy Dodge-ClayBob Lewis Elementary (1)Principal: Angela FryKay Franklin Elementary (1)Principal: Brenda GallardoPeggy Carnahan Elementary (4)Principal: Andi SosaHenry T. Brauchle Elementary (2)Principal: Adriana GarzaHenry Steubing Elementary (7)Principal: Dr. Mary UsreyFrancis Rhodes Elementary (3)Principal: Robert LehrCharles L. Kuentz, Jr. Elementary (1)Principal: Lori GallegosRita K. Driggers Elementary (1)Principal: Mary Helen CoverForester Elementary (5)Principal: Kelly MantleNorthwest ISDKay Granger Elementary (4)Principal: Kimmie EtheredgeLakeview Elementary (1)Principal: Mary SeltzerPasadena ISDGenoa Elementary (2)Principal: Tiffany BennettPearland ISDSablatura Middle School (4)Principal: Verna TiptonPlano ISDRasor Elementary (2)Principal: Zack PruettHedgcoxe Elementary (8)Principal: Kristi GrahamHughston Elementary (2)Principal: Carrie D’Argo

Skaggs Elementary (3)Principal: Jamey Allen

Rockdale ISDRockdale Intermediate (1)Principal: Kathy PelzelRoyse City ISDHarry H. Herndon Intermediate (3)Principal: Shanna BrownRuth Cherry Intermediate (1)Principal: Regina FrazierSan Felipe-Del Rio CISDBuena Vista Elementary (1)Principal: Cynthia SalasGarfield Elementary (2)Principal: Eliza DiazNorth Heights Elementary (3)Principal: Rufina Adams Ruben Chavira Elementary (5)Principal: Jose PerezDr. Lonnie Green Elementary (2)Principal: Jane VillarrealSchertz-Cibolo-Universal ISDElaine Schlather Intermediate (4)Principal: Yvette RossSeguin ISDF. C. Weinert Elementary (2)Principal: Brandi Bell WiatrekGeorge Vogel Elementary (1)Principal: Chanda BlochSharyland ISDJohn H. Shary Elementary (2)Principal: Nayeli CarriagaUvalde CISDFlores Middle School (4)Principal: Laura CooperBenson Elementary (1)Principal: Becky ReinhardtVictoria ISDSchorlemmer Elementary (4)Principal: Lynn GuerraSmith Elementary (1)Principal: Michelle GravesPatti Welder Middle (1)Principal: Richard WrightShields Elementary (5)Principal: Sylvia DavilaWaller ISDRoberts Road Elementary (2)Principal: Angie DavisWest Rusk CCISDWest Rusk Elementary (2)Principal: Dr. Michelle Cline

Killeen ISDClifton Park Elementary (2)Principal: Catherine SnyderCedar Valley Elementary (7)Principal: Dr. Jan PerontoNolanville Elementary (12)Principal: Gabriela MorganSaegert Elementary (2)Principal: Gail Charles-WaltersLake Travis ISDLake Pointe Elementary (4)Principal: Heidi GudelmanLamar CISDJane Long Elementary (2)Principal: Jill NehlsDickinson Elementary (6)Principal: Dr. Karen MumphordFrost Elementary (1)Principal: Shannon HoodLewisville ISDCamey Elementary (3)Principal: Julie NelsonLittle Cypress Mauriceville ISDMauriceville Elementary (2)Principal: Beverly KnightLittle Elm ISDLakeview Elementary (2)Principal: Marcia TorresLockhart ISDPlum Creek Elementary (5)Principal: Dr. Darryl HensonNavarro Elementary (1)Principal: Anna BuentelloLuling ISDLeonard Shanklin Elementary (1)Principal: Bertha DayMcKinney ISDC. T. Eddins Elementary (3)Principal: Sharon HavardReuben Johnson Elementary (5)Principal: Michelle BaumannNaomi Press Elementary (2)Principal: Paige HanksWilmeth Elementary (2)Principal: Judy BraggFinch Elementary (5)Principal: Becki HoffmanMcClure Elementary (4)Principal: Melanie RaleehBurks Elementary (1)Principal: Pam BendorfCaldwell Elementary (1)Principal: Chris Clark

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ThursdaySecond General Session 10-11:30am | Grand Ballroom

*Amaryllis Romo and Aaron Thomas are fourth graders at Fredericksburg Elementary in Fredericksburg ISD.

Their principal is Monica Ward and their assistant principal is Patricia Rivera.

PresidingBelinda Neal

Sandi Borden Tribute to Texas Children

Award PresentationBelinda Neal

Speaker IntroductionAmaryllis Romo & Aaron Thomas*

Keynote AddressAngela Maiers

Mattering IS the Agenda #choose2matter

Angela MaiersYou matter is not a statement of inspiration. It is not a project or strategy, an event or an item on the agenda.

It is the agenda. Never underestimate your significance, or the significance of the right words at the right time.

It takes a few seconds to transform a culture and change lives, and it costs nothing.

#choose2matter

Wednesday 1-2:30pm | Grand Ballroom

*Evyan Parnell is a third grader at Smithville Elementary. Evyan’s principal is Tammie Hewitt and

her assistant principal is Jennifer Stein-Kolinek. Dakota Moberg is a seventh grader at Smithville Jr High. Dakota’s

principal is Andra Sparks and her assistant principal is Nina Brinker. Both schools are in Smithville ISD.

PresidingBelinda Neal

Invocation and Pledge of AllegianceManuel Gonzales

Introductions and RecognitionsBelinda Neal

NAESP GreetingsMark White

Recognition of Texas’ National Distinguished Principal

Nancy Tovar

Speaker IntroductionEvyan Parnell & Dakota Moberg*

Keynote AddressSteve Gilliland

Making A DifferenceSteve Gilliland

Each of us has the potential to transform the culture of an organization through our actions and attitude. Centered on three empowering dynamics: Purpose, Passion and Pride — you will be inspired to continue Making a Difference!

First General Session

Thank you for sponsoring Steve Gilliland:

After the general session, Angela will sign copies of her book in the Bookstore (Atrium).

After his featured session at 3:45pm, Steve will sign copies of his books in the Bookstore (Atrium).

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Friday Third General Session10:30-11:45am | Grand Ballroom

*Isabela Damian is a fifth-grader at Rasco Middle School. Her principal is Brian Cole and her assistant principals

are Kenzie Bond and Jordan Goldman. Lucas Damian is a fourth-grader at Bess Brannen Elementary School. His

principal is Julie Evans and his assistant principal is Maria Espinoza. Both schools are in Brazosport ISD.

Leadership BrillianceSimon Bailey

Connection begins when leaders make a commitment to bring out the best in themselves and then do the

same for everyone around them. Learn how making connections will help you create a high-performing

team that exceeds expectations.

Presiding & Passing of the Gavel

Belinda Neal & Eddie Damian

Speaker IntroductionIsabela & Lucas Damian*

Keynote AddressSimon Bailey

Read session descriptions, pages 16-30.

Assessment and AccountabilityCurrent information on assessment and accountability.

Early Career LeadersTargeted to new and aspiring administrators.

Featured SpeakerEducation experts share indepth learning.

Hands On TechDiscover new tools and brush up on your tech skills.

Leading PracticeBest practices presented by your TEPSA colleagues.

LegalEducation law updates.

Middle Level Special focus on grades 4-8.

Partner or ExhibitorSpotlight on educational products and services offered by partners and exhibitors.

PreK-8Notes specific grade focus.

R Recorded for Live Learning CenterSessions marked R will be recorded and available in the Live Learning Center after the conference. Access is free for conference attendees. See page 65.

State Update/Texas Education Agency (TEA)The latest updates on a variety of issues.

Please Note:Sessions fill on a first-come, first-served basis. To comply with fire regulations, please respect “Session Full” signs and seek an alternate session. Standing or sitting on the floor is not permitted; you must be seated in a chair in order to remain in rooms. Many sessions will be available in the Live Learning Center (look for sessions marked R).

Session HandoutsHandouts are the sole responsibility of presenters. Available handouts can be accessed during and after the conference via the TEPSA Summer Conference App. Download the TEPSA SC App for your device in the Apple App or Google Play stores or visit ddut.ch/tepsa.

Session Strands

After the general session, Simon will sign copies of his books in the Barnes & Noble Bookstore (Atrium).

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Wednesday Sessions10:15-11:15am

2A. Using PLCs to Fuel Student Growth: A Roadmap for SuccessEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Brazos | Leading PracticePack your bags for a journey through developing norms, goals and tracking student data to impact Tier 1 instruc-tion. Walk away with a scope and sequence for PLC sessions that keep the focus on gaining a year’s worth of growth for each student.Shelley Keck, Leanne Marshall & Jennifer George, Floresville ISD; skeck@fisd.us

2B. Know Your Retirement 2015HUMAN CAPITAL Bosque | ExhibitorRetired educators share information to help you make educated, rational decisions come retirement time. Learn to navigate the retirement process, plan for future needs while leaving options open, and coordinate with other tools used for retirement.Jim Hutson & Leslie Lee, Texas Retirement Council; leslie.lee5525@sbcglobal.net Visit the Texas Retirement Council in the Exhibit Hall, booth 323.

2C. You’re the Principal! Now What?EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Concho | Early Career LeadersIt was the best of times...it was the worst of times. Ex-plore the ups and downs in the professional life of a first year principal. Discover what works and doesn’t work when dealing with students, staff and parents (and RtI, and technology integration, and entrenched teachers...and the list goes on)!Kim Parker, Spurger ISD; parkerk@spurgerisd.org, @woodromeparker

2D. Effective Integration of Technology in the ClassroomSTRATEGIC OPERATIONSFrio | PartnerUnderstand the importance of planning for technology integration. Emphasis will be placed on a systematic approach for integrating technology into classroom in-struction in order to improve teaching and learning. As specific steps are discussed, you will be invited to engage in collaborative discussions.Gwen Hicks, Mentoring Minds, gwen.w.hicks@gmail.com, @MentoringMinds.Visit Mentoring Minds in Atrium 21, Foyer 3-4, and booths 200, 201, 204, 300.

2E. Assess Less. Know More.INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Guadalupe | PartnerHow do we know how students are learning mathemat-ics? What are we using to make sure they are learning? What is happening when students learn new concepts? Assessments need to drive instruction, so what are the benefits of combining formative and summative assess-ment? Discover how math TEKS have changed over the years and what is expected of students in the 21st

Century classroom. Explore the power of an adaptive diagnostic, personalized learning, and data to inform instruction and monitor progress, so teachers can assess less and know more.Tracie Carr, Curriculum Associates.Visit Curriculum Associates in the Exhibit Hall, booths 501 & 600.

2F. If You Build It, They Will Come: Parent EngagementEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPNueces | Leading PracticeAre your parents involved or engaged? Explore how leaders are engaging parents with great success. Leave with great ideas to implement a parent engagement plan.Karen Miller-Kopp, Manor ISD; Bertha Halfmann, PODER-2Educate; Karen.kopp@manorisd.net, @karenmillerkopp

2G. Next Steps: Implementing the New Mathematics TEKSINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Trinity A | Assessment & AccountabilityWhat lessons were learned during the first year of imple-mentation with the new mathematics TEKS? What do we need to continue? What do we need to refine? Explore answers to these questions and discuss next steps needed to ensure our students are successful in mathematics!Karen Hickman & Janet Nuzzie, Pasadena ISD; khickman@pasadenaisd.org

2H. TEA Assessment and Accountability UpdateINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Trinity B | TEAGet updates on the latest developments for the Assess-ment and Accountability Division at TEA including updates from the 84th legislative session.Gloria Zyskowski, Texas Education Agency

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3A. Hide Your GoatHUMAN CAPITOLBallroom A | Featured SpeakerOur fast-paced and stress-filled schedules open the gate to allow people and circumstances every opportunity to “get our goat.” Hide Your Goat puts into perspective how your daily life intersects with people of diverse backgrounds, opinions and personalities. Learn to avoid being robbed of the opportunity to perform at peak performance because of negativity!Steve Gilliland, Keynote & Author; www.stevegilliland.com

3B. FUNctional Fridays: Making Your PLC F-U-NINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Wedgwood | Leading PracticeChange your approach to data meetings, professional development and lesson design, and truly make your weekly meetings a PLC that is actually FUN! Get every-one on the same instructional page without meeting after school. We put the FUN back into FUNction and make weekly meetings on Fridays something teachers actually look forward to attending!Airemy Caudle, Cleburne ISD; airemy5@yahoo.com, @airemy

3C. Effective RtI Using TEKS: Every Student, Every Classroom, Every DayINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Bosque | PartnerAccelerate student progress in reading and writing using TEKS and principles of RtI. Refine your skills in grade-level instruction and differentiated support across a wide range of reading levels. The solution to your literacy struggles is here!Marisela Rodriguez, American Reading Company; Rosemarie Cumings & Dr. Cesar Alvarez, Houston ISD; marisela.rodriguez@americanreading.com, @AmericanReading.Visit American Reading in Atrium 17.

3D. Designing a Successful Classroom with Total MotivationINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Frio | PartnerA comprehensive solution that integrates with any class-room curriculum, Total Motivation provides educators with strategies and tools to confidently teach 100% of the TEKS to the highest level of proficiency. Total Motivation ensures that each student has the necessary knowledge and skills to master the standards, resulting in higher scores and more successful students.Stephan Rudolph & Kim Roquemore, Stephan@mentor-ingminds.com, KimR@mentoringminds.com. Sponsored by @MentoringMinds.Visit Mentoring Minds in Atrium 21, Foyer 3-4, and booths 200, 201, 204, 300.

3E. Introduction to iDEAL: Inspiring, Developing, Empowering, Assessing and Leading a Schoolwide Independent Reading CultureINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Guadalupe | PartnerDo you want to enhance the reading culture on campus but are unsure about how to make it happen? Learn school-tested best practices for creating a culture of reading. From motivating struggling readers to guide-lines for setting up a high quality classroom library, gain strategies and insight to ensure all teachers implement the best literacy practices.Marsha Thauwald, Midway ISD; mthauwald@hotmail.com. Sponsored by @Scholastic Book Fairs.Visit Scholastic Book Fair in the Atrium. 3F. You Are Not Alone: Building and Using a Professional Learning NetworkEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP San Antonio | Featured SpeakerFind out how to access an unbelievably rich set of resources for all subjects and stay current on emerging educational trends. You can have 365 day unlimited access to the most innovative minds in education, col-laborate with like-minded educators without geographic limitations and personalize your professional develop-ment experience. Oh...and it’s free!! Dave Burgess, Teacher and Author of “Teach Like a Pirate,” @burgessdave

3G. Rigorous Schools and Classrooms: Leading the WayINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Sabine | Featured SpeakerRigor is creating an environment which supports, expects and demonstrates student learning at high levels. Gain strategies to help your teachers truly understand what rigor means and get students to the deeper levels of learning!Barbara Blackburn, Blackburn Consulting, @BarbBlackburn

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3H. Shouting Won’t Grow Dendrites: Techniques for Managing a Brain-Compatible ClassroomINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Pecos | Featured SpeakerLearn techniques to help teachers manage an active, brain-compatible classroom without ever raising their voice. Eliminate problems by setting up the physical en-vironment to deliver engaging lessons. Develop and im-plement a proactive management plan which includes rituals, celebrations and consequences. Then tackle the most challenging 10% by using techniques which appear to work with such chronic behavior disorders as atten-tion-deficit, conduct or oppositional disorder. Marcia Tate, www.developingminds.com

3I. Tier 1 Interventions as Easy as 1-2-3INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Trinity B | Leading PracticeThe best intervention is highly effective and personal-ized instruction for every child. Learn proven strategies to empower teacher teams to work collaboratively to guarantee learning for every child. Discover how the ‘1-2-3 process’ focuses leaders and collaborative teams on the right thinking as they design, as well as refine targeted and prescriptive interventions..John Wink, Tatum ISD; jwink90@gmail.com, @johnwink90

3J. Digital WorkstationsINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Saba | Hands On TechWouldn’t it be nice to have an extra set of hands in the classroom to work with students while you worked with a small group? Discover how one elementary teacher is leveraging technology to maximize teaching time, while differentiating instruction for all students. Having a single iPad in the classroom allows you to internally flip your instruction so that your students can get the most focused support you can offer in a limited time frame. If you do Daily 5, Centers or Workstations, you’ll love these simple yet dynamic and creative ideas!Erin Klein, www.kleinspiration.com, @kleinerin

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4A. Get Teachers Talking with TwitterEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Brazos | Hands On TechLearn how Manor ISD uses Twitter and #ManorISD to get teachers to collaborate across campuses, the district and community. See real examples of the #ManorISD Twitter chat sessions and walk away with an action plan on how to accomplish a similar scenario at your campus or district.David Surdovel & Kevin Brackmeyer, Manor ISD; david.surdovel@manorisd.net, @ManorSTEM

4B. Thriving During Waves of ChangeSCHOOL CULTURE Concho | Early Career LeadersExplore strategies for growing campus leaders, building teams and equipping the staff for success during times of change. The book, The Shark and the Goldfish will be the springboard for the session. In the end, you will be ready to jump on board and ride the waves of change!Sandra Duree & Barbara Ponder, Barbers Hill ISD; sduree@bhisd.net

4C. Indices, Instruction and IntellectualismINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Nueces | Assessment & AccountabilityThe index system provides drivers for instruction in Texas. Perhaps the strongest driver and most difficult is this issue of intellectualism. Explore these drivers and learn how schools and teachers can increase intellectualism during instruction. We will have some fun along the way!Ty Duncan, Region 17 ESC; tduncan@esc17.net,@instructionalle

4D. Growing Genius...One Hour at a Time!SCHOOL CULTURE San Marcos | Leading PracticeFriday mornings at Cottonwood Creek Elementary are not typical! Each Friday, learners spend the first hour of the day exploring their passions. They spend their time investigating topics such as computer coding, recycling, gardening, sports, music, community service, advocat-ing for others, and many other topics of their choice. The entire campus engages as our learners collaborate across grade levels, take risks and follow their passions. This hour of time is called Genius Hour! Andra Penny & Kirstin Girard, Coppell ISD; apenny@coppellisd.com, @CCEColts

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5C. How to Maximize Your Impact on Teacher and Student SuccessINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Concho | Leading Practice | REquip teachers to become teacher-leaders and share in the responsibility of schoolwide success. Discover best prac-tices and proven resources to motivate teachers to think beyond their own classroom and collaborate with others to increase student achievement. Learn ways to plan a stra-tegic planning retreat using school data; improve teacher performance through peer observation and coaching; and organize teacher learning teams for high impact.Barbara Skeeters, School Organizational Systems, LLC; Susan Lumley, Santa Fe ISD, New Mexico; bskeeters@aol.com

5D. Using Data to Drive Personalized LearningINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Guadalupe | ExhibitorLearn how to help educators provide personalized in-struction through data analysis. See new approaches that support educators who want to make informed decisions that positively affect student outcomes through appropri-ate analysis and interpretation. Plus, get a look at tools that offer a snapshot of what students know, what they should know and what can be done to meet their academic needs.Mona Savage, McKinney ISD, rsavage@mckinneyisd.net, @mona_rsavageVisit iStation in the Exhibit Hall, booth 813.

5E. Linking Accountability and InstructionINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Marcos | Assessment & Accountability | RAccountability is meaningless unless it drives effective planning and quality instructional practice. Explore the drivers of Index Accountability and look for ways to maximize performance by aligning instruction to meet desired outcomes.Ty Duncan & Michelle Hilton, Region 17 ESC; tduncan@esc17.net, @instructionalle

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4E. Grit HappensSCHOOL CULTURETrinity A | 2014 National Distinguished PrincipalRecently one characteristic has emerged as a significant predictor of student success. It’s not social or emotional development, good looks, physical health or even IQ. It’s grit! What is grit and how can you promote gritty kids who won’t give up in challenging environments? Learn to create a fun and energizing campus theme that impacts all facets of your academic culture. #grithappensKimmie Etheredge, Michelle McAdams & Laura Maunsell, Northwest ISD; ketheredge@nisdtx.org

4F. What’s New, What Now, What Next: An Update on Assessment and AccountabilityINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Glass Oaks | Featured SpeakerExplore changes to the state assessment and account-ability programs, think of ways to creatively communi-cate those to teachers, and prioritize the top five things you can do to make a difference.Ervin Knezek, lead4ward; ervin@lead4ward.com, @lead4ward

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5A. Legislative UpdateSTRATEGIC OPERATIONSBallroom A | Legislative UpdateConfused about what actually happened during the 84th legislative session that affects education? Fear not, we’ve got all the important updates! Learn what changes are coming your way in the next school year including assess-ment, PreK, teacher training and more! Harley Eckhart & Mark Terry, TEPSA; mark@tepsa.org, @TEPSAMark

5B. DrumFIT®: Exercising Body and BrainEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Bosque | ExhibitorDrumFIT® is a fitness-based drumming program that engages kids in a non-competitive, fast-paced class with el-ements of movement, music, drumming, rhythm and fun!Learn what makes DrumFIT® so different.Val Shah & Danielle Sherbo, DrumFIT® USA Corp;val@drumfit.org, @drumfitVisit DrumFit in Atrium 20.

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5F. The Tipping Point: Transformational Leadership to Create Great SchoolsSCHOOL CULTURE Pecos | Leading Practice | RGood leaders most often experience significant success. These leaders then get trapped in the “good zone” by replicating systems to sustain success. With the chang-ing dynamics in 21st Century classrooms, however, it is imperative that educational leaders implement collab-orative and innovative strategies to improve schools.Chris Pichon, Alief ISD; Kelly Brown, Prairie View A&M University; chris.pichon@aliefisd.net

5G. You Want Us to Do What? Getting Real with PLC: How it All Fits TogetherINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Trinity B | Leading Practice | RTeachers do not need “one more thing” to be added to their plates! They need powerful tools that can change their practice. Discover the power of PLC and how it all fits to-gether. Move your school from doing PLCs to being a PLC!Michael Perkins & Karen Miller-Kopp, Manor ISD; michael.perkins@manorisd.net

5H. Ladder to Mastery of the New Math TEKSINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Glass Oaks | Leading Practice | RThe new math TEKS aren’t just an arbitrary checklist of content. They’re designed to layer together and to build on each other so that students can move toward mastery of all elementary content more deeply, fluidly, and quickly than was possible before. Explore ways you can use the design of the new math TEKS to help your teachers spend their time and effort more efficiently and to support the growth toward mastery in your student body as a whole.Carol Gautier, TeachTransform, Inc; carolg@teachtransform.com

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6A. Engage Them...and They Will Learn!INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Wedgwood | Leading Practice | RWant to equip yourself with easy, no assembly required activities that can turn your school into a fun, engaging learning environment? Discover strategies to share with your staff that are designed to engage students, enhance higher order thinking skills, maximize instructional time, and be FUN for all. These strategies can be used with all grade levels, in any content area, and require little or no assembly or advanced preparation to do, so your teachers will love you too!Amber Barbarow & Heather Patterson, Lamar CISD; abarbarow@lcisd.org, @pinkpatterson

6B. Google Classroom for Lesson PlansINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Brazos | Hands On Tech | RDo fast moving technology presentations make you feel like it’s time to retire? Learn during a slow paced pre-sentation to monitor lesson plans using Google Class-room. It will help if you have a Google Classroom login. If you use Google-based email at your school, your technology department can give you a login for Google Classroom. If you don’t have a Google Classroom ac-count you can still learn how easy it is to keep teacher’s lesson plans at your fingertips each time you enter a classroom. After this session, you will feel capable and ready to implement this with your teachers!Angela Hastings, New Boston ISD; Haley Turner, Browns-boro ISD; ahastings@nbschools.net

6C. No Box ThinkingSCHOOL CULTURE Frio | Leading Practice | RYou’ll be empowered to formulate a plan of action to attack the statement: We’ve always done it this way! Through No Box Thinking you will be able to burn the box of conformity and join the journey of transforma-tion that is sweeping the world!Jonathan Kegler, Nacogdoches ISD; coachkegler@yahoo.com, @JonathanKegler

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6D. Character Development Infused with Service LearningSCHOOL CULTURE Nueces | State UpdateCharacter development is not just a bunch of disjointed community service projects. Transform your service learning by infusing the 11 Principles of Character into the curriculum. Hear what the Texas and National Schools of Character are doing to improve academics, reduce unpro-ductive behavior, integrate service learning and make a greater difference in the lives of the children they serve.Sheril Morgan, Character.Org; Pam Mitchell, Coppell ISD; sheril@character.org

6E. Best iPad Apps to Help with New Math TEKSINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Antonio | Hands On TechDiscover new and exciting iPad apps that teachers, students and community members can utilize to help with the new math TEKS including apps for productivity, content based and games. Learn from Manor ISD’s three-year 1:1 iPad initiative.David Surdovel, Manor ISD; david.surdovel@manorisd.net, @ManorSTEM

6F. Relationships That WorkHUMAN CAPITALSabine | Featured Speaker | RHealthy, effective relationships change lives. They also require tremendous effort. Is that level of output pos-sible for the educator, already overwhelmed with the seemingly never-ending flow of mandates and high-stakes testing? Yes, but only after one has mastered the skills of reflecting, directing, connecting and protecting. Explore practical strategies that will posture any educa-tor to make meaningful connections with colleagues, students and their parents.Adam Saenz, LSSP, Author & Speaker; www.adamsaenz.com

6G. Student Led ConferencesSTRATEGIC OPERATIONSTrinity A | Leading Practice | RFor years parent-teacher conferences have been the pri-mary means of parent-teacher communication. Now, many schools are trying something new—student-led conferenc-es that communicate not only how a student’s doing but also why. Learn how one campus is moving to this model to ensure all students take charge of their learning!Stacey Darnall & Audrey Ash, Burkburnett ISD; stacey.darnall@burkburnettisd.org

6H. Creating Mathematicians with the New Math TEKSINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Saba | PartnerThe puzzle pieces of the STAAR Math TEKS create a vertical and horizontal picture of future mathemati-cians. Understand how simply the STAAR Math TEKS student expectations can be understood, addressed and taught mathematically to provide focused instruction.Kris Fuller & Gayle Fuller, GF Educators, IncVisit GF Educators, Inc in the Exhibit Hall, booths 304-306.

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7A. Literacy ReimaginedINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Ballroom A | Featured SpeakerLearners are unable to take advantage of the unprec-edented opportunities afforded to them in the digital age if they are not encouraged to build on to their current literacies and embrace the role of digital citizen. To level the playing field for all, a focus on digital literacy is im-perative and central to the future of every human being. Learn the critical habits and attitudes of a digitally literate person and a framework for teaching them to students. Angela Maiers & Mark Moran, Founders of Choose2Matter; @angelamaiers

7B.Excellence in Every ClassroomINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Wedgwood | Leading Practice | RSchool improvement exists when the growth of all edu-cators becomes the constant. Create the conditions for every teacher to reach high levels of excellence in stu-dent achievement. Discover the components of effective teachers under the new T-TESS system and learn how to create a system of supports that incorporates school-wide professional development and digital supports, teacher team collaboration protocols, and individualized teacher supports to help every teacher reach excellence.John Wink, Tatum ISD; jwink90@gmail.com, @johnwink90

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7C. Hit It Out of the Park as a First Year AdministratorSCHOOL CULTURE Frio | Early Career Leaders | RExplore practical tips, hints and common sense strate-gies to help you hit a homerun as a new administrator. Whether you are new to the principalship or new on your campus, leave with tangible and concrete ideas and materials to set you up for rounding the bases. Walk away with a calendar of events and a list of creative ways to begin your year and ensure success.Joy Shepherd & Anne Beckman, Life School; joy.shepherd@lifeschools.net, @JoyKerMN

7D. Whole Brain Teaching for ALL Kids: Especially the Challenging Ones!INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Nueces | Leading PracticeCurrent research suggests the historical approach to learning, right vs left brain, is no longer applicable be-cause each hemisphere processes information uniquely and the two work together when it comes to almost every action. Therefore, it is our duty to teach to the Whole Brain! Whole Brain Teaching (WBT) rests on the prin-ciple that all teachers share the same difficult students who lack discipline, background knowledge and problem solving skills. The goal of WBT is to create peaceful class-rooms full of orderly fun using the whole brain!Diane Gough & Heather Metzgar, Midway ISD; diane.gough@midwayisd.org, @goughdd

7E. Global Education Through Passion-Based LearningSCHOOL CULTURE San Marcos | Featured Session | RJoin best-selling author of acclaimed Growing Up Glob-al: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World and The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners, Homa Tavangar, to explore how to connect global per-spectives and tools to passions and interests (of teachers as well as students) to fuel effective 21st century learning. Learn simple, fun approaches proven to help build a global mindset on your campus. You’ll leave inspired to sustain your efforts for bringing the world home—even if you’ve never owned a passport.Homa Tavangar, Author & Speaker, www.growingup-global.net, @growingupglobal

7F. No Teacher Left BehindINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Pecos | Middle Level | RTo lead a turn around campus, you must build teacher capacity among your staff. The professional develop-ment rotations, walk throughs, targeted student watch lists, data analysis, and teacher follow up we imple-mented through our No Teacher Left Behind initiative helped lead a campus out of an Academically Unaccept-able rating to one where we received TEA Distinctions for academic growth. Discover how you can facilitate a more intentional approach to teacher development on your campus.Alejandro Góngora, Manor ISD; Daniel Horn, University of Texas Elementary; alejandro.gongora@manorisd.net,@alejandrogongo1

7G. Excuse Buster: The Newest Role for Instructional LeadersSCHOOL CULTURE Trinity B | Leading Practice | RExcuses are abundant. About the time we think we have heard them all, a new excuse comes along. Educators have spent a considerable amount of time developing many convincing excuses. With a focus on five core areas educational leaders can stifle the culture of excuse making and lead the charge for excuse busting and culture and school reform.Todd Kunders & Craig Hammonds, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; tmkunders@umhb.edu, @tkunders

Educator Exchange & TEPSA Talks

[ [Educator Exchange - 30 minute sessions designed for you to ask questions and discuss ideas on a variety of topics withcolleagues. See schedule on page 38.

TEPSA Talks - 12 minute TED Talk style sessions exploring different aspects of school leadership.

See page 32 for schedule of mini-sessions in the Social Media Lounge! #TEPSA15

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1-1:30pm | BosqueSchool Improvement INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Are your data talks delivering what the campus/district needs and what stakeholders are expecting? Open data continues to transform and strengthen our PLC collabo-ration and classroom instructional practices. Learn how our Curriculum & Instruction department takes several pieces of data to create “A Plan On One Page” to assist campus administration. Lolita Looney, Crowley ISD; Tarsha Lunkin, Desoto ISD; lolita.looney@crowley.k12.tx.us

1-1:15pm | Glass Oaks | RFired Up FridaySCHOOL CULTURE Discover the transformative equation to educate the 21st century learner: Inspiration + Motivation = Education. The session will be wired to wire excitement and you will leave ready to inspire others like never before! Jonathan Kegler, Nacogdoches ISD; coachkegler@yahoo.com, @JonathanKegler

1:15-1:30pm | Glass Oaks | RFrom Principal to PTA President and BackSCHOOL CULTURE Everything (well, lots of things at least) I ever needed to know about being a principal I learned by being a PTA mom! The tale of my journey from an intermediate school principal, to a stay-at-home mom/PTA president and back to an elementary school principal, truly the education of a lifetime!!Airemy Caudle, Cleburne ISD; airemy5@yahoo.com, @airemy

1:30-1:45pm | Glass Oaks | RBe Careful What You Hold On ToINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Ever look at a class and see a sea of students doing their work quietly and having no idea what they are doing? Ever look at a class of students and wonder if they will ever initiate learning on their own, if they have the capacity and confidence to transition from “I do,” “We do,” to “You do?” Learn how to address four key focus points when evaluating student engagement.Paula Noe, Austin ISD; paula@paulanoeconsulting.com

1:45-2:15pm | BosqueDual Language Programs INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Learn how Kilgore ISD is “Moving on Up” with the implementation of one-way and two-way dual language models after offering an ESL-only program for many years. Fill your toolkit with ideas and resources to inves-tigate the implementation of a dual language program or fuel your existing program/practices. Jennifer Bailey, Deanna Griffith & Christian Patterson, Kilgore ISD; jbailey@kisd.org

1:45-2pm | Glass Oaks | RHiding Under a Bushel? Helping Your Most Expensive Teacher Let Her Light ShineHUMAN CAPITAL Discover the content of the national 21st Century Teach-ing Standards on which your school librarian is expected to teach and evaluate students. From enhancing technol-ogy skills to assessing critical thinking skills, learn how your school librarian can ignite students’ curiosities and extend standards-based instruction. Empower your most expensive teacher to change the technological and literacy culture in your school!Julie Marie Frye, Sam Houston State University; Judi Moreillon, Texas Woman’s University; writejmf@shsu.edu 2-2:15pm | Glass Oaks | R Lessons on Leadership from DogsSCHOOL CULTURE Aubie and Herbie are registered therapy dogs at an el-ementary school in Fort Worth ISD. They will illustrate key points that all leaders can use to wag more and bark less.Melissa Bryan, Fort Worth ISD; melissa.bryan@fwisd.org, @2labs_NoWaiting

2:15-2:30pm | Glass Oaks | RRAVEHUMAN CAPITAL You need a clear pathway of thinking to guide you as a leader and manager of change in your organization. RAVE is that pathway. Responsiveness, Accessibility, Visibility, and Empathy are the four facets of RAVE. Explore this process for solutions development and implementation.Troy Mooney, Life School; troy.mooney@lifeschools.net,@troymooney

Educator Exchange Sessions: Thursday, 1-2:15pm

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8E. Accelerating Language and Content Instruction for ELLs: An Administrator OverviewINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Antonio | TEALearn how instructional strategies based on the required K-12 English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) Proficiency Language Descriptors (PLDs) accelerate language development. TEA-support-ed resources will be highlighted and the most recent ad-ministrator resource, the Leader Pathway, will be shared to complement the aforementioned activities.Susie Coultress, Texas Education Agency; Yvette Gomez & Diana Madrid, Region 20 ESC; susie.coultress@tea.texas.gov

8F. Redesigned Faculty MeetingsHUMAN CAPITAL Sabine | Leading Practice | RTransform your faculty meetings to 30 minute sessions with a focus on professional learning, relationship build-ing and problem solving. Use technology to redesign your time and enhance learning experiences for your staff. We will share activities, resources and topics to replicate in your own setting.Kris Mitzner, Leah Lowry & Julie Murray, Katy ISD; krisdmitzner@katyisd.org, @drmitzner

8G. Be a Leader Not a DisciplinarianSCHOOL CULTURE Trinity A | Leading PracticeDiscover techniques and strategies that can reduce disci-pline by up to 70%, improve academic achievement, and allow you more time to be an educational leader. Develop a culture of respect among everyone on your campus.Phillip Hubler, Austin ISD; pianophillip@gmail.com

8H. Awakening from Cultural UnconsciousnessSCHOOL CULTURE San Saba | Leading PracticeCreating culturally responsive learning environmentsis about achieving true academic potential for bothteacher and student through the teaching and learningprocess. Explore powerful strategies and changing perspectives for faculties preparing to instructionally align the campus learning environment with a culture of practices and beliefs that enhance and accelerate positive academic outcomes serving to empower the shared teach-ing and learning space.Kimberly McLeod, Texas Southern University; Kelly Brown, Prairie View A&M University; drkmcleod@gmail.com, @mcleodkr

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8A. Legal Matters: TEPSA’s Top 10EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPBallroom B | Featured SessionLearn the top 10 legal topics TEPSA members call about for legal support. From appraisals and contracts to par-ents and class parties, TEPSA attorney Elizabeth Poole will cover it all. Return to your campus armed with the most relevant and up-to-date legal information in order to stay out of trouble!Elizabeth Poole, Attorney, The Lungwitz Law Firm

8B. Community Connection AcademySCHOOL CULTURE Brazos | Hands On Tech | RIf someone told you that there was an effective and efficient way to meet your families where they are all while having the opportunity to increase transparency and engagement, as well as developing and refining your school’s brand and identity would you say no? If not, then join us for the op-portunity to get started and learn a few tricks of the trade for using social media to connect with your community!Brett Stamm, Keller ISD; Deborah Cano, Denton ISD; brett.stamm@kellerisd.net, @bstamm00

8C. What is Your Future Worth?HUMAN CAPITALConcho | PartnerYou are so busy preparing students for their futures you don’t take time to think about your own, fortunately we can help! Learn about the ins and outs of retirement, budgeting and putting investments to work. Need cash now? See how DonorsChoose.org can help fund class-room projects next year!Leslie Weitl, Horace Mann. Please visit Horace Mann in Atrium 18 and Foyer 7-8.

8D. Teachers STAARving for Simple Solutions? So Are Your Students!INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Guadalupe | ExhibitorGobble up exciting ways to simplify our new math TEKS while ensuring success for every child, every chance, every day! Simple Solutions will stave your hunger and feed your students’ minds with engaging, inexpensive visuals, activi-ties and time-saving instructional tips that will eliminate any wasted time or space while enjoying a fine menu of calorie friendly solutions sure to streamline your STAAR-vation! (Session not guaranteed to assist in weight loss or hair loss. No chin ups required.)Sandra White, Shallowater ISD/Lone Star Learning; snannyw@aol.com. Visit Lone Star Learning in Atrium 3.

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Thursday 9C. Does Policy Matter When You Are an Administrator?STRATEGIC OPERATIONS Frio | Leading Practice | RLearn to take the mystery out of policy from a former principal who now works for TASB as a policy consul-tant. Investigate important legal and local policy re-quirements that the job demands daily. Walk away with a better understanding of how policy affects your job as well as tools to make life as an administrator less hectic.Tammy Jordan, Texas Association of School Boards; tammy.jordan@tasb.org

9D. Schoolwide Transformation: Intervention that WorksINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Nueces | Leading PracticeClose the achievement gaps for at-risk students during a schoolwide intervention time while providing enrichment to higher level students. Enrichment with Think Tanks will ignite learning and creativity using independent literacy centers while challenging your students to be STAAR ready with critical thinking skills. Successful implementation stories about schoolwide RtI and enrichment that works will also be shared.Kim Holcomb, Mansfield ISD; kimholcomb@misdmail.org, @kheduconsulting

9E. Global Education Tools For EveryoneSCHOOL CULTURE San Marcos | Featured Session | RSchool Library Journal reviewed the Global Education Toolkit as having “a treasure trove of materials guaran-teed to encourage and energize meaningful global learn-ing.” Whether your interest touches on organizational tools and creating inclusive community; integrating global learning into all subject areas; using diverse tech-nology tools for global connections; meaningful service learning that’s age-appropriate and not forcing a choice between local and global; and a multicultural book list with over 300 titles, the in-depth chapters on each of these topics can help any school, leader or teacher start a meaningful global journey right away.Homa Tavangar, Author & Speaker, www.growingup-global.net, @growingupglobal

2:30-3pmEducator Exchange: What the Library of Tomorrow Can Do for You and Your Students Today Bosque | INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP A new world continues to emerge where the boundaries of formal learning are becoming more fluid as PreK-12 students tap into information about and related to their interests at any time. Models of the learning commons and the virtual learning commons provide examples of how learning takes place in a reconfigured space when teachers and library media specialists collaborate. Using project-based learning and developing creative confidence with students, educators have a prime opportunity to develop students who are prepared for the 21st century workforce.Karin Perry & Teri Lesesne, Sam Houston State Univer-sity; kperry@shsu.edu, @kperry

2:45-3:45pm

9A. TEA Standards and Programs UpdateINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIPBallroom A | TEALearn important updates from the Department of Standards and Programs at TEA. We’ll discuss updates related to the 84th Legislative Session as well as updates related to curriculum, instructional materials, educa-tional technology, special education, and supports for students in foster care.Monica Martinez, Texas Education Agency; monica.martinez@tea.state.tx.us

9B. Leading with a Restorative MindsetSCHOOL CULTURE Wedgwood | Leading Practice | RExplore restorative practices in schools and discover the types of implementation that take place at the campus level. Experience the power of the circle process and learn how different types of restorative practices can positively impact children of all ages and, finally, bring about a much needed change in our schools’ approach to discipline.Kevin Curtis & Elizabeth Washington, Northeast ISD; Tina Curtis, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD; kcurti2@neisd.net, @RD360edconsult

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9F. Powerfully Productive PLCsINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Pecos | Leading Practice | RDiscover how Dan Powell Intermediate uses PLCs in an exciting, innovative way through the use of lesson design. Hear how we earned five TEA distinctions!Mya Asberry, Wendy Simpson & Nicole Montgomery, Everman ISD; masberry@eisd.org

9G. Behavior: What’s Your Mindset?SCHOOL CULTURE Trinity B | Early Career Leaders | RHelp teachers understand that changing behavior is a process that takes time. We’ll share ways to coach teachers through learning how to change their outlook and ulti-mately, the ways they work to support difficult children.Tammy Rebecek, Pflugerville ISD; Staci Cordell, Leander ISD; tammy.rebecek@pflugervilleisd.net

3:15-3:45pmEducator Exchange Topic: Music and MediaBosque | EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Somewhere Over the Rainbow and All That Jazz! The true story of an administrator’s journey told through the use of M & M’s (music and media). Explore engaging activities that will help you focus on keeping kids first.Ringnolda (Jofee’) Tremain, Northwest ISD; Jtremain@nisdtx.org, @JofeeTremain

3:15-4:15pm

10A. Building a Cohesive and Collaborative Culture and Having Fun Along the WaySCHOOL CULTURE Ballroom B | Leading PracticeAs principals we Instigate, Motivate, Communicate, Facilitate, Evaluate, Delegate, and most importantly: Celebrate! Discover ideas that focus on valuing your teachers, building up your staff and having fun! You’ll leave with a renewed spirit and practical ideas for strengthening the culture and cohesion in your building.Mark Lukert, Retired; Andra Penny, Coppell ISD; Bryan McLain, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw; lukertm@yahoo.com, @marklukert

10B. iCan LeadEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Brazos | Hands On Tech | RDiscover exciting new ways to conduct walkthroughs, attain feedback and manage discipline using technology. Explore Google+ and learn to share documents and forms with your staff and globally. Engage in conversa-tions about 21st century leadership.Jennifer Roach & Christy Erb, Crosby ISD; jroach@crosbyisd.org, @jenngroach

10C. Developing Leaders, One Child at a TimeSCHOOL CULTURE Concho | Leading Practice | RThe Leader in Me is Steven Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People but for students. Discover the transforma-tion possible when every child, starting in PreK, is taught how to be a leader. Dripping Springs ISD is just the latest in a long line of highly successful implementations of this nationally renowned work. Learn how you can become a “Leader in Me Lighthouse School.”Diane Flaim & Rhonda Whitman, Dripping Springs ISD; diane.flaim@dsisd.txed.net

10D. Building a Solid Behavior RtI Process from the Ground UpSTRATEGIC OPERATIONS Guadalupe | Leading PracticeExplore evidence-based applications and techniques that provide the skills and expertise to create processes supporting effective instructional practices. Learn how to create a process without substantial budgetary allowances.Charlotte Goudeau, Cleveland ISD; Janie Snyder & Denise Collins; charlotte.goudeau@hotmail.com

10E. Wow! Weeding out Worksheets for Student SuccessINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Antonio | Leading PracticeLearn to look at curriculum assessments in an entirely different way and analyze teacher worksheets on the criteria of grade level appropriateness, types of verbs and level of questioning.Dameon Gray & Travis Moore, Mansfield ISD; dameongray@misdmail.org

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10F. What Did Writing Say to Reading? “May I Have This Dance?”INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Sabine | Exhibitor | RExplore how Writing and Reading join together a multitude of strategies that will change how teachers tackle Reading and Writing in the classrooms forever. Leave with a make-n-take that you can share with your teachers at your first faculty meeting which will teach the first dance moves that are sure to inspire a love of Language Arts in your school. All students should receive an invitation to this dance where they will find their very first love...reading!Randi Whitney, The Writing Academy and Tap and Think Reading; cheryl@twa.net.Visit The Writing Academy booths 205-207.

10G. Elevate Your Campus to Greater Heights of Student AchievementSCHOOL CULTURE Trinity A | Leading Practice | RIncorporate best practices including student engage-ment; critical thinking; problem solving; interpersonal communication, and other skills that support 21st Cen-tury Learning, and College and Career Readiness. Utiliz-ing Great Expectations (GE) allows educators, learners, and the Castle Hills Elementary community to practice sound life principles and GE 17 classroom practices while thriving in a mutual climate of respect.Donna Taylor, Matt Rainey & Tommy Isom, Lewisville ISD; taylordonna@lisd.net

10H. The “Flip Side” of PDINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Saba | ExhibitorBy looking through the flipped lens, we can creatively “Think about Learning!” 21st century learning is not just for students; adult learning should also engage the same practices. Educator’s valuable time should be focused on the development of curriculum and learning activities that are transformed by the integration of technology. See this in action!Kevin Dougherty, Thinking Maps, Inc; kevin@thinkingmaps.com, @lifetimelearnrVisit Thinking Maps in the Exhibit Hall, booth 520.

Thursday 4-4:30pmEducator Exchange: Restorative Discipline Bosque | CAMPUS CULTURERestorative Discipline focuses on the harms, needs and causes of student behavior, not just the breaking of rules and dispensing of punishment.Kevin Curtis, Northeast ISD

4-5pm

11A. State Update on Teacher & Principal EvaluationHUMAN CAPITALBallroom A | TEADon’t miss this overview and update on the design and rollout of the new state recommended teacher and principal appraisal systems.Tim Regal, Texas Education Agency; tim.regal@tea.texas.gov

11B. Parent Power: Better Together!INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Frio | Leading Practice | RDiscover ways to tap into the power of positively pro-moting your school to parents and facilitate partnership.Melissa Bryan, Shelly Mayer & Amparo Martinez, Fort Worth ISD; melissa.bryan@fwisd.org

11C. Keeping it Simple: Revamping the RtI ProcessSTRATEGIC OPERATIONS Nueces | Early Career LeadersKilgore ISD focused on getting back to basics by re-vamping their RtI through a collaborative effort. Learn how the K-5 intervention team focused on “keeping it simple” and building a process to support teachers and students. Explore the steps in our journey from initial brainstorming meetings to developing a working hand-book to current implementation in the PLC setting.Jennifer Bailey, Tamara Dean & Zevely Hatcher, Kilgore ISD; jbailey@kisd.org

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Thursday Sessions4-5pm CoNtiNued

11D. Create a Staff for SuccessHUMAN CAPITAL San Marcos | Leading PracticeEnhance your skills in the vital areas of building a success-ful staff: conflict resolution, interpersonal communication skills, employee morale, a winning attitude, burnout and effective motivation techniques. Practice effective leader-ship skills so that you can provide your teachers with the very best principal you can be!Vicki Sanderson, vicki@vickisanderson.com

11E. Livin’, Lovin’, Life at SchoolSCHOOL CULTURE Pecos | Leading Practice | RIgnite the spark of celebration and keep your hard work-ing teachers motivated and on fire throughout the school year. Walk away with ideas and activities to put into immediate action starting in August all the way through June. Your staff will be Lovin’, Livin’, Life at school!Malynn Rodriguez & Heather Williams, Katy ISD; heatherrwilliams@katyisd.org

11F. Boys At-Risk: A Schoolwide Game Plan for Reversing the TrendSCHOOL CULTURE Trinity B | Leading Practice | RAcross all racial and socioeconomic groups, too many boys and young men are checked out, have dropped out or are kicked out. Learn to capture students through engaging instruction utilizing best practices with ac-countability measures and leveraging your instructional leadership for new outcomes.Paula Noe, Paula Noe Consulting; paula@paulanoeconsulting.com

Friday, 8-9am

Early Career Leaders Panel & BreakfastNueces Grow your career and find answers to questions you can’t ask in your school district. Four educational leaders share their secrets for success in the principalship and discuss the demanding yet rewarding life of school leadership. Resources for new principals and assistant principals will be shared. A light breakfast will be available.Panel: Andra Penny, Coppell ISD, @AndraPenny; Sharon Wright, Plainview ISD; Mitzi McAfee, Galveston ISD; and Scot Clayton, Henrietta ISD, @clags04

Friday, 8-9am

12A. Fundamental Five OverviewEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Ballroom B | Featured SpeakerAt a time when both school districts and educators are being challenged to do more with less, the Fundamental Five are the instructional practices that make college ready learning in every classroom accessible. Authors Sean Cain and Mike Laird share an overview of the practices identified in The Fundamental 5: The Formula for Quality Instruction.Sean Cain, Lead Your School; Mike Laird, Retired Assistant Superintendent, Splendora ISD; j.hoeppner@leadyourschool.com, @lysnation

12B. Dealing With Difficult TeachersHUMAN CAPITAL Wedgwood | Featured SpeakerWe all know there will be conflicts with students, but as one administrator said, “I can handle the little people, it’s all the big people who are driving me crazy!” Gain proven tips to handle the whiner, tattler, gossiper, complainer, and the employee who says, “That’s not my job!”Vicki Sanderson, vicki@vickisanderson.com

12C. Success with BYODINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Brazos | Hands On Tech | RLearn different approaches used to make all students successful with a variety of devices. View student projects and create your own! Walk away with ideas for implementing BYOD in your classrooms.Lisa Baum, Fort Bend ISD; lisa.baum@fortbendisd.com

12D. Ain’t Nobody Got Time for That!HUMAN CAPITAL Concho | Leading Practice | R“Administrivia” can be all consuming. Learn to develop and empower teacher and student leaders to create an effective campuswide culture of opportunity to do what matters.Pam Mitchell, Coppell ISD; pmitchell@coppellisd.com,@MockMavPam

12E. Moving from Compliance to Support: Updates on Accountability InterventionsINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Frio| TEA Get an overview of the 2015-2016 intervention system for districts and campuses and learn opportunities to engage more deeply in the Texas Accountability Inter-vention System.Sally Partridge, Associate Commissioner, Texas Education Agency, sally.partridge@tea.texas.gov

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12F. Filling Your Toolbox for Building MoraleHUMAN CAPITAL San Marcos | Early Career Leaders | RBoth new and veteran administrators will leave with methods and strategies that use small tokens and social media to engage all staff members. These methods are ideal for new campus leaders, campuses with large growth or that need to reinvigorate the morale! Krista Kuwamura, Round Rock ISD; krista_kuwamura@roundrockisd.org

12G. Word Up: Building a Successful Schoolwide Vocabulary ProgramINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Sabine | Leading Practice | RWe implemented a colossal vocabulary initiative last year which has been incredibly successful. Learn how we implemented the schoolwide Word Study and will leave with a valuable resource packet with vocabulary words and activities to get you started being vocabu-lous! Word Up!Bryan McLain & Tim D’Amico, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD; BMcLain@ems-isd.net, @bmacEME

12H. You Can’t Lead Riding ElephantsSCHOOL CULTURE Pecos | Leading PracticeThis is a true story of Joy and her determination not to ride elephants while building a foundation within an ex-isting culture: How to lead an impactful campus utilizing the strengths and innovation of its existing faculty/staff.Ringnolda (Jofee’) Tremain, Northwest ISD; jtremain@nisdtx.org, @JofeeTremain

12I. Upgrade Now: Become A Digital LeaderEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Trinity A | Leading Practice | RLearn to utilize and model technology for increased ef-fectiveness in meetings, PLCs and day-to-day operations by integrating the Flipped Learning environment and web conferencing. Become a Tech Savvy leader by expanding your toolbox of 21st century digital resources/skills.Kathleen Jahn & Gerard Tafallo, Alief ISD; kathleen.jahn@aliefisd.net

Friday 8:30-10:15amExtended Learning!Ignite Learning & Creativity with Literature Using Think TanksINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Antonio| Hands On TechThink Tanks promote higher level thinking, hands-on comprehension and application, project-based learning, and integrate reading and writing across the curriculum for enrichment in all subjects. Learn to use Think Tanks with hands-on strategies and incorporate the TEKS across subject areas to help at-risk students and gifted students excel in their learning for STAAR readiness. Kim Holcomb, Mansfield ISD; kimholcomb@misdmail.org, @kheduconsulting

9:15-10:15am

13A. Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing TimesEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Ballroom B | Featured SpeakerDigital leadership is a strategic mindset and set of be-haviors that leverages resources to create a meaningful, transparent, and engaging school culture. It takes into account recent changes such as ubiquitous connectivity, open-source technology, mobile devices, and personal-ization to dramatically shift how schools have been run and structured for over a century. Leading in education becomes exponentially powerful when using technology to your advantage.Eric Sheninger, International Center for Leadership in Education; esheninger@gmail.com, @E_Sheninger

13B. It’s All About That Team, ‘Bout that Team, ‘Bout That Team’HUMAN CAPITAL Wedgwood | Leading Practice | RBuilding a unified team by building strong relationships with your staff will result in a more cohesive, creative and productive team. Team building takes time to plan and and execute. Take away ideas, activities and a happy heart! Fun and laughter guaranteed!Mark Lukert, Retired, Coppell ISD; lukertm@yahoo.com,@marklukert

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Friday Sessions9:15-10:15am CoNtiNued

13C. Little Hands, Big IdeasINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Brazos | Early Childhood Tech | REngage and inspire your primary students with iPad app-smashing projects and computer lab activities to enhance learning for your diverse learners. Leave with ideas that can be implemented in a whole group setting, one iPad classroom or a 1-1 classroom.Lisa Costello, Jessica Rinehart & Katrina Bailey, Round Rock ISD; lisa_costello@roundrockisd.org

13D. TRS Benefit PresentationINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Concho | State UpdateCovers a broad overview of TRS benefits.Tom Guerin, TRS; tom.guerin@trs.state.tx.us

13E. Beginning Teacher Retention: The Administrator’s Essential RoleHUMAN CAPITAL Frio | Leading Practice | RArmed with engaging anecdotes, two novice teachers identify specific actions that you can take to ease transi-tion into classroom teaching and share what it feels like when those actions are absent on their campus.Patricia Norman & Sara Sherwood, Trinity University; Harvuot Katie, Northside ISD; pnorman@trinity.edu

13F. RtI: It’s a MindsetINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP San Marcos | Middle Level | RMeet the demands of middle school scheduling while providing enrichment for students in RtI programs. Learn to use multiple data points in decision-making, setting criteria and instruction to guide innovative ap-proaches to close the “Middle School Gap.”Julia McMains, Kendall Hasse & Alton Jackson, Mansfield ISD; juliamcmains@misdmail.org

13G. Elementary University: Adding Enrichment Clubs in Your School DayINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Sabine | Leading Practice | RLearn how adding enrichment clubs can enhance your instructional day. Every Friday we have Eagle Moun-tain University which consists of 38 enrichment clubs students select to participate in. Clubs have transformed instruction, enhanced school culture and climate, in-creased student engagement and improved our rigor. Tim D’Amico, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD; BMcLain@ems-isd.net, @bmacEME

13H. Consciously Transform Your School Through Conscious DisciplineINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Pecos | Leading Practice | RShift your opinions and ideas about current discipline practices. In today’s world of punitive discipline, it is refreshing to know that there is a different way, filled with emotional connections, loving guidance and structured support.Scott Wille & Brandy Pletan Fontenot, Del Valle ISD; scott.wille@dvisd.net

13I. Expanding Project Based Learning to ElementaryEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Trinity A | Leading Practice | RLearn about Manor ISD’s expansion of Project Based Learning.David Surdovel & Claudia Acevedo, Manor ISD; David.surdovel@manorisd.net @ManorSTEM

13J. No One Will Tell You But We Will!SCHOOL CULTURE Trinity B | Early Career Leaders | R“A good offense is the best defense!” represents how ad-ministrators can discover and explore straightforward, focused strategies to prevent issues that distract us from our top priority—children! Explore methods aimed at establishing proactive practices to best utilize time and create a productive/successful school climate.Mary Morris, Bunny Tales Consulting; Laurie McIntyre, Georgetown ISD; morrisbunny@hotmail.com

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Social Media Lounge, #TEPSA15atrium (next to Aqua Bar)Learn from tech savvy school leaders and hone your skills in these 30 minute sessions!

Wednesday10:15-10:45am: Transform Learning One QR Code at a TimeINSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Gain valuable knowledge on generating unique QR codes and identify cutting-edge uses for QR codes, both instructionally and administratively.Amanda Jenkins, Ashley Kondo & Morgan Rayburn, Hamshire-Fannett ISD; ajenkins@hfhorns.net

11-11:30am: Twitter 101 INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP Discover what all the buzz is about, learn to get connected and create a powerful learning network online!Brett Stamm, Keller ISD, @EagleRidgeKISD,#EREPROUD

2:45-3:15pm: Turn Your Campus Around with iMovie Announcements SCHOOL CULTURE If you own an Apple Device, learn to change your cam-pus climate using an iMovie video daily announcement. Your students want to be on the television so much they will surpass their AR reading goals!Angela Hastings, New Boston ISD; Haley Turner, Browns-boro ISD; ahastings@nbschools.net

3:30-4pm: Google Forms for SurveysSTRATEGIC OPERATIONS Survey your learning community without having to count sheets of papers! Create a form using Google Forms and transfer information to a spreadsheet where you can easily manipulate data and create charts and graphs.Angela Hastings, New Boston ISD; Haley Turner, Browns-boro ISD; ahastings@nbschools.net

4:15-5:30pm: Office HoursEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPConsult our tech experts for assistance with that new app or website. Want to learn more about Twitter, blogging, Voxer or something else? Ask away!

Thursday8:30-9am: Office HoursEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPConsult our tech experts for assistance with that new app or website. Want to learn more about Twitter, blogging, Voxer or something else? Ask away!

9:15-9:45am: It’s All LegalSTRATEGIC OPERATIONS Wish you knew enough about special education to keep you legal? Bring your own device to learn how to quickly find the answers you need.Lee Lentz-Edwards & Rebecca Bilyeu, Region 18 ESC; llentz@esc18.net

12:30-1pm: : Office HoursEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPConsult our tech experts for assistance with that new app or website. Want to learn more about Twitter, blogging, Voxer or something else? Ask away!

1-1:30pm: The Digital Principal SCHOOL CULTUREModeling digital leadership will have a powerful impact on your campus. Discover amazing free tools and prepare to change the way you lead your school.Don Jacobs, Royse City ISD; jacobsd@rcisd.org, @Don_Jacobs

1:45-2:15pm: Using Digital Tools to Tell Your School’s StorySCHOOL CULTURELearn to leverage social media, blogs and other digital tools to “flatten the walls” of your school in order to tell your school’s story and strengthen home/school connections.Don Jacobs, Royse City ISD; Deb Cano, @McNair_DISD;jacobsd@rcisd.org, @Don_Jacobs

2:30-3pm: Connection Academy Q&A Principal StandardFollow up to Community Connection Academy session 8B. Learn more about or have a “tutorial” in leveraging your school social media accounts to to truly engage!Brett Stamm, Keller ISD, @EagleRidgeKISD,#EREPROUD

3:15-4:30pm: Office HoursEXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPConsult our tech experts for assistance with that new app or website. Want to learn more about Twitter, blogging, Voxer or something else? Ask away!

Share some face time with your fellow tweeters! Join us for a reception

sponsored by Curriculum Associates:Wednesday, 4:30-5:15pm

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• Read session descriptions on pages 16-30.• Master Classes (separate fee applies) are three hours, all other sessions are one hour.

Ballroom A Ballroom B Wedgwood Brazos Bosque Concho Frio Guadalupe Nueces San Antonio San Marcos Sabine Pecos Trinity A Trinity B San Saba Glass Oaks

Wednesday Sessions-At-A-Glance

Atrium (Upper/Lobby Level)

First General Session: Steve Gilliland sponsored by Mentoring MindsGrand Ballroom

Visit ExhibitorsRio Grande Exhibit Hall and Atrium

Awards ReceptionGrand Ballroom

Lunch/Visit Exibit Hall

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Master Class

1D. How to Improve Instruction

in Three Simple Steps

Sean Cain

Master Class

1G. Lead-ing Learn-

ing 3Di: Instruction

to ActionErvin

Knezek

2A. Using PLCs to Fuel...Shelley Keck

2B. Know Your Retire-ment 2015Jim Hutson

2C. You’re the Principal! Now What?Kim Parker

2D. Effective Integration of Technology...Gwen Hicks

2E. Assess Less. Know

More.Tracie Carr

Featured3A. Hide Your

GoatSteve

Gilliland

3B. FUNc-tional

Fridays..Airemy Caudle

3C. Effective RtI Using TEKS...Marisela

Rodriguez

3D. De-signing a

Successful Classroom...

Stephan Rudolph

3E. Intro-duction to iDEAL...Marsha

Thauwald4A. Get Teachers

Talking with TwitterDavid

Surdovel

4B. Thriv-ing During Waves of ChangeSandra Duree

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Ballroom A Ballroom B Wedgwood Brazos Bosque Concho Frio Guadalupe Nueces San Antonio San Marcos Sabine Pecos Trinity A Trinity B San Saba Glass Oaks

Plaza (Lower Level)

First General Session: Steve Gilliland sponsored by Mentoring MindsGrand Ballroom

Visit ExhibitorsRio Grande Exhibit Hall and Atrium

Exit to walkway near Bosque

Awards ReceptionGrand Ballroom

Lunch/Visit Exibit Hall

Upper/Lobby Level

Coffee and Tea with Exhibitors

Exibit Hall Opens

Master Class

1A. Sit and Get

Won’t Grow DendritesMarcia

Tate

Master Class

1B. Creating a Culture of ReadingDonalyn

Miller & Sandi Novak

Master Class

1C. Technology

Tools for K-8

Erin Klein

Master Class

1E. Teach Like a PirateDave

Burgess

Master Class

1F. Mo-tivating

Struggling StudentsBarbara

Blackburn

2F. If You Build It, They

Will ComeKaren

Miller-Kopp

2G. Next Steps: Imple-menting the New Math...

Karen Hickman

2H. TEA Assessment & Account-

abilityGloria

Zyskowski

Featured3G. Rigorous Schools and

Classrooms...Barbara

Blackburn

Featured3F. You Are Not Alone...

Dave Burgess

Featured3H. Shouting Won’t Grow Dendrites:

Marcia Tate

3J. Digital Workstations

Erin Klein4C. Indices, Instruction, and Intellec-

tualismTy Duncan

4E. Grit HappensKimmie

Etheredge

Featured4F. What’s New, What

Now, What ...Ervin

Knezek

4D. Growing Genius...

One Hour at a Time!

Andra Penny

3I. Tier I Interven-

tions: Easy as 1-2-3

John Wink

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• Read session descriptions on pages 16-30.• Sessions marked indicate Educator Exchange or TEPSA Talk which vary from 15 to 30 minutes.

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Visit Exibit Hall

Featured5A. Legisla-tive Update

Mark Terry

5B. Drum-FIT®, Exer-cising Body

& BrainVal Shah

5C. How to Maximize

Your Impact...Barbara Skeeters

5D. Using Data to Drive Personalized

LearningMona Savage

6A. Engage Them...and They Will

Learn!Amber

Barbarow

6B. Google Classroom for Lesson

PlansAngela

Hastings

6C. No Box ThinkingJonathan

Kegler

Featured7A. Literacy Reimagined

Angela Maiers

School Improvement

Dual Language

7C. Hit It Out of the Park as a

First Year...Joy Shepherd

Featured8A. Legal Matters

Elizabeth Poole

8B. Com-munity

Connection Academy

Brett Stamm

8C. What is Your Future

Worth?Leslie Weitl

8D. Teachers STAARving for Simple...

Sandra White

9A. TEA Standards and Pro-grams...Monica

Martinez

9B. Lead-ing with a

Restorative Mindset

Kevin Curtis

Library of Tomorrow

Musicand Media

9C. Does Policy Matter

When You Are an...Tammy Jordan

10A. Building a

Cohesive and Collabora-

tive ...Mark Lukert

10B. iCan Lead

Jennifer Roach

10C. De-veloping

Leaders, One Child at a

TimeDiane Flaim

10D. Build-ing a Solid Behavior

RtI...Charlotte Goudeau11A. State

Update on Teacher & Principal

EvaluationTim Regal

11B. Parent Power: Better

Together!Melissa Bryan

4:30pm

Restorative Discipline

1:45pm

3pm

2:15pm

7B. Excel-lence in Every

ClassroomJohn Wink

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Ballroom A Ballroom B Wedgwood Brazos Bosque Concho Frio Guadalupe Nueces San Antonio San Marcos Sabine Pecos Trinity A Trinity B San Saba Glass Oaks

Plaza (Lower Level)

Second General Session: Angela MaiersGrand Ballroom

Exit to walkway near Bosque

Lunch/Visit Exibit Hall12:30pm: Passport to Prizes Drawing

Visit Exibit Hall

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5E. Linking Account-

ability and Instruction!Ty Duncan

5F. The Tip-ping Point: Transfor-mational

LeadershipChris Pichon

5G. You Want Us to Do What?...

Michael Perkins

Featured5H. Ladder to

MasteryCarol

Gautier

6D. Character Development Infused with

Service...Sheril

Morgan

6E. Best iPad Apps to Help with the New Math TEKS

David Surdovel

Featured6F. Relation-

ships That Work

Adam Saenz

6G. Student Led

ConferencesStacey

Darnall

6H. Creating Mathemati-cians with the New

TEKSGayle Fuller

7D. Whole Brain Teach-ing for ALL

Kids...Diane Gough

Featured7E. Global

Education...Homa

Tavangar

7F. No Teacher Left

BehindAlejandro Góngora

7G Excuse Buster: The

Newest Role...Todd

Kunders

8E. Acceler-ating Lan-guage and Content...

Susie Coultress

8F. Re-designed Faculty

MeetingsKris Mitzner

8G. Be a Leader

Not a Disci-plinarian

Phillip Hubler

8H. Awak-ening from Cultural...Kimberly McLeod

9D. School-wide Trans-formation-

InterventionKim

Holcomb

Featured9E. Global Education

Tools ...Homa

Tavangar

9F. Power-fully

Productive PLC’s

Mya Asberry

9G. Behavior: What’s Your

Mindset?Tammy Rebecek

10E. Wow! Weeding out Worksheets...

Dameon Gray

10F. What Did Writing

Say to Reading?

Randi Whitney

10G. El-evate Your Campus

to Greater Heights...

Donna Taylor

10H. The “Flip Side”

of PDKevin

Dougherty11D. Create a Staff for Success

Vicki Sanderson

11E. Livin’, Lovin’, Life at

SchoolMalynn

Rodriguez

11F. Boys At-Risk: A Schoolwide

Game Plan... Paula Noe

11C. Keeping it Simple: Re-vamping the RtI Process

Jennifer Bailey

TEPSATALKS

TEPSA Leaders

Orientation and

Reception

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• Read session descriptions on pages 16-30.• Except for the Extended Learning session in San Antonio, all other sessions are one hour.

Ballroom A Ballroom B Wedgwood Brazos Bosque Concho Frio Guadalupe Nueces San Antonio San Marcos Sabine Pecos Trinity A Trinity B San Saba Glass Oaks

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Featured12A. Funda-mental Five

OverviewSean Cain

12B. Dealing With Diffi-

cult TeachersVicki

Sanderson

12C. Success with BYODLisa Baum

12D. Ain’t Nobody Got

Time for That!

Pam Mitchell

13B. It’s All About That

Team...Mark Lukert

13C. Little Hands, Big

IdeasLisa Costello

13D. TRS Benefit

PresentationTom Guerin

13E. Begin-ning Teacher Retention...

Patricia Norman

Featured13A.Digital Leadership

Eric Sheninger

12E. Mov-ing from

Compliance to Support

Sally Partridge

TEPSA Talks ScheduleThursday |Glass Oaks | RTwelve-minute TED Talk style sessions. Read descriptions on page 23.

1-1:15pm

Fired Up Friday - Jonathan Kegler

1:15-1:30pm

From Principal to PTA President and Back - Airemy Caudle

1:30-1:45pm

Be Careful What You Hold On To - Paula Noe

1:45-2pm

Hiding Under a Bushel? Helping Your Most Expensive Teacher Let her Light Shine - Julie Marie Frye & Judi Moreillon

2-2:15pm Lessons on Leadership from Dogs - Melissa Bryan

2:15 – 2:30pm

RAVE - Troy Mooney

Educator Exchange Schedule

Thursday |BosqueThirty-minute sessions: Ask questions and share ideas with colleagues.

1-1:30pm

School Improvement - Lolita Looney & Tarsha Lunkin

1:45-2:15pm

Dual Language Programs - Jennifer Bailey, Deanna Griffith & Christian Patterson

2:30-3pm

What the Library of Tomorrow Can Do for You and Your Students Today - Karin Perry & Teri Lesesne

3:15-3:45pm

Music and Media - Ringnolda (Jofee’) Tremain

4-4:30pm

Restorative Discipline - Kevin Curtis

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Ballroom A Ballroom B Wedgwood Brazos Bosque Concho Frio Guadalupe Nueces San Antonio San Marcos Sabine Pecos Trinity A Trinity B San Saba Glass Oaks

Plaza (Lower Level)

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Exit to walkway near Bosque

Upper/Lobby Level

Extended Learning Ignite

Learning and

Creativity...Kim

Holcomb

12F. Filling Your Toolbox for Building

MoraleKrista

Kuwamura

12G. WordUp: Building a Successful

Schoolwide... Bryan

McLain

12H. You Can’t Lead Riding...

Ringnolda (Jofee’)

Tremain

12I. Up-grade Now: Become a Digital...Kathleen

Jahn

13F. RtI:Its a

MindsetJulia

McMains

13G. El-ementary

University...Tim

D’Amico

13J. No One Will Tell You But We Will!

Mary Morris

13H. Con-sciously Trans-

form Your School...

Scott Wille

13I. Expand-ing Project

Based...David

Surdovel

Early Career Leaders

Panel andBreakfast

Please thank these companies for their generous support of Texas school leaders! Visit TEPSA partners in the Exhibit Hall and online at www.tepsa.org.

Special thanks to TEPSA partners!

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Hours of OperationWednesday | 9:30am-5:30pm Thursday | 8am-3pm

Scholastic Book FairBarnes & Noble Professional Learning BookstoreTuesday | 4-7pm Wednesday | 8am-6pm Thursday | 8am-5pm

Friday | 8am-Noon (Barnes & Noble only)

Exhibit HallDiscover the latest educational products and services, shop, visit the Photo Booth #225, and play Passports to Prizes game. See pages 16-30 for partner and exhibitor sessions.

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Denotes TEPSA Partner

Exhibitor Listing - Alphabetical Order4mulaFun, Inc - Education Products: Math/Science ............................................................................................................. 525Jennifer Smith-Sloane | 4mulaFun@gmail.com | 214-883-8103 | www.4mulafun.com

Accelerate Learning - STEM ..................................................................................................................................................... 123Bobby Barron | bbarron@acceleratelearning.com | 713-516-6714 | www.acceleratelearning.com

Algebra Readiness Educators, LLC - Education Products: Math/Science............................................................................. 111Katherine LaChance | klachance@AREducators.com | 409-543-6755 | www.algebrareadinesseducators.com

All for Kidz/The Ned Show - Character Education ................................................................................................................... 413Lois Summers | lsummers@allforkidz.com | 877-872-9696 | www.thenedshow.com

American Reading Company - Publishing .................................................................................................................. Atrium 17Melissa McConnell | melissa.mcconnell@americanreading.com | 610-992-4150 | www.americanreading.com

Answer Blocks, LLC - Education Products: Curriculum ........................................................................................................ 509Liliana Jaurrieta | contact@answerblocks.com | 915-256-1097 | www.answerblocks.com

AXA Equitable - Retirement/Insurance .................................................................................................................................... 415Carrie Childress | carrie.childress@axa-advisors.com | 713-402-6414 | www.axa.com

Barnes & Noble - Publishing .........................................................................................................................Bookstore (Atrium)Garland Frey-Gardner | crm2536@bn.com | 512-418-1013 | www.bn.com

Big Kahuna Fundraising - Fundraising ............................................................................................................................. 320-324Doug Procter | doug@bigkahunafun.com | 214-695-2085 | www.bigkahunafun.com

BJ’s Park & Recreation Products – Playground Equipment ................................................................................................... 106Kevin Hanes | kevin@bjspark.com | 281-356-2110 | www.bjspark.com

Blue Star Education - Publishing .............................................................................................................................................. 411Dan Marques | custserv@bluestareducation.com | 800-557-6241 | www.bluestareducation.com

Brain Power Today - Wellness .................................................................................................................................................... 108Gail Ward | gail@brainpowertoday.com | 281-468-6038 | www.brainpowertoday.com

Capstone - Publishing ............................................................................................................................................................... 117Kevin Werling | kevin.werling@gmail.com | 512-296-5452 | www.capstonepub.com

Center for the Collaborative Classroom - Publishing ............................................................................................................... 515Dawn Rogers | dawn_rogers@devstu.org | 817-320-7928 | www.devstu.org

Champions - Education Service Center ................................................................................................................................... 724Melinda Smith | melsmith@klcorp.com | 503-872-1300 | www.kueducation.com/our-businesses/champions

Cherrydale Farms - Fundraising ....................................................................................................................................... 617-619Jon Stutler | jon.stutler@cherrydale.com | 817-233-4149 | www.cherrydale.com

Claire Lynn - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories .................................................................................................................... 527-528Denise Ward | clairelynn1@sbcglobal.net | 972-723-2251 | www.clairelynn.com

CottonAcres.com - Education Products: Curriculum ............................................................................................................ 416Sales Manager | contact@cottonacres.com | 713-234-6442 | www.cottonacres.com

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Exhibitor Listing - Alphabetical OrderCover One - Fundraising ................................................................................................................................................ Atrium 16Keith Wilde | sales@coverone.net | 800-881-1521 | www.coverone.net

Crayola, LLC - Art ....................................................................................................................................................................... 519Barb Reinke | breinke@crayola.com | 610-253-6271 | www.crayola.com

Curriculum Associates – Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ....................................................................................501, 600Daryl Johnson | daryl.johnson@cainc.com | 832-954-9540 | www.curriculumassociates.com

Dallas Baptist University - University Prep Programs ............................................................................................................ 516Kristin Booth | kristin@dbu.edu | 214-333-5728 | www.dbu.edu

Damand Promotions - Education Products: ELA/Reading .................................................................................................... 321Dan McLaughlin | danmc10@aol.com | 858-663-5129 | www.damand.com

Darkness to Light - Safety .......................................................................................................................................................... 712Elizabeth Warren | ewarren@d2l.org | 843-513-1626 | www.D2L.org

Deanan Gourmet Popcorn - Fundraising ...................................................................................................................... Atrium 24Kim O’Hayre | shows@deanan.com | 972-443-1500 | www.deanan.com

DrumFIT USA Corp - Wellness ........................................................................................................................................ Atrium 20Danielle Sherbo | danielle@drumfit.ca | 519-589-4182 | www.drumfitusa.com

DSHS - Immunization Branch - ImmTrac - Wellness ................................................................................................................. 314Wesley Hodgson | Wesley.Hodgson@dshs.state.tx.us | 512-776-2924 | www.immunizetexas.org

DynaStudy, Inc - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ............................................................................................................ 307Ellen Harris | eharris@dynastudy.com | 877-361-0550 | www.dynanotes.com

Education Galaxy - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ........................................................................................................ 224Jeremy Verret | jeremy@educationgalaxy.com | 972-816-5425 | www.educationgalaxy.com

EMC Education Group, LLC - Educational Consulting ................................................................................................ Atrium 14Lea Rutherford | emcedgroup@gmail.com | 888-339-1289

EPS Literacy and Intervention - Education Products: ELA/Reading..................................................................................... 421Christy Antilley | christy.antilley@schoolspecialty.com | 800-225-5750 | www.epsbooks.com

ETA hand2mind - Education Products: Math/Science .................................................................................................... 310-312Cary Gold | cgold@hand2mind.com | 800-445-5985 | www.hand2mind.com

Excel Math - Education Products: Math/Science ....................................................................................................... Atrium 11Bob Parrish | bob@excelmath.com | 866-866-7026 | www.excelmath.com

First Investors Corporation - Retirement/Insurance ............................................................................................................... 610Jami Martorana | Jami.martorana@firstinvestors.com | 210-481-2100 | www.firstinvestors.com

Forde-Ferrier Educational Services – Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ................................................................ 309-315Dagan Ferrier | fmarianne27@aol.com | 210-365-4350 | www.forde-ferrier.com

Frog Publications - Education Products: ELA/Reading ........................................................................................................ 521Wendy Alli | customerservice@frog.com | 800-777-3764 | www.frog.com

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WIN!Rio Grande Exhibit Hall and AtriumDrawing: Thursday |12:30pm|Row 100How do I play the Passport to Prizes Game?1 Visit and collect verification stamps from at least 15 companies listed on passport before Thursday at 12:30pm. 2 Drop off the passport in the tumbler in Row 100/Lounge Area in the Exhibit Hall by 12:30pm. 3 On Thursday, drawing will take place at 12:30pm in Row 100/Lounge Area. Must be present to win the Grand Prize Giveaway.4 If your name is called, go to respective company’s booth to claim your prize. Winners will be posted on the Summer Conference App.

Passport to Prizes

Special thanks to all participating companies!

Frog Street - Education Products: Curriculum .............................................................................................................. 214-216Shannon Baxter | sbaxter@frogstreet.com | 800-884-3764 | www.frogstreepress.com

Gandy Ink Screen Printing & Embroidery - School Spirit Wear ...............................................................................Atrium 7-8ARebecka Zemlock | rzemlock@gandyink.com | 325-949-7864 | www.gandyink.com

GF Educators, Inc - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ............................................................................................. 304-306Kris Fuller | kfuller@stepupteks.com | 903-569-0740 | www.stepupteks.com

GoNoodle - Wellness .................................................................................................................................................................. 113Perry Wyoma | perry.wyoma@gonoodle.com | 714-876-4638 | gonoodle.com

Great Expectations - Character Education .............................................................................................................................. 507Debbie Kerrigan | debbie@geok.org | 682-226-1985 | www.greatexpectations.org

Hameray Publishing Group, Inc - Publishing ............................................................................................................................ 412Christine Yuen | christine@hameraypublishing.com | 310-909-7242 | www.hameraypublishing.com

Handwriting Without Tears, Inc - Education Products: Curriculum ..................................................................................... 618Laura Jordan | laura.jordan@hwtears.com | 301-263-2700 | www.hwtears.com

Heartland Park and Recreation - Playground Equipment .........................................................................................Atrium 4-6Ashley Ramos | david@heartlandplay.com | 866-388-1365 | www.heartlandplay.com

Horace Mann – Retirement/Insurance ....................................................................................................Atrium 18, Foyer 7-8Jackie McGrail | jackie.mcgrail@horacemann.com | 817-652-2659 | www.horacemann.com

Hunter-Knepshield of Texas, Inc - Playground Equipment ..................................................................................................... 409Ed Knepshield | hktexas@flash.net | 800-451-4138 | www.hkparkandplay.com

Imagery/PBM/Advanced Graphics - Graphics ................................................................................................................ 704-706John Skaggs | imagerysales@imagerygraphic.com | 210-341-7000 | www.imagerygraphic.com

Imagine Learning - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ................................................................................. 518Dave Myers | dave.myers@imaginelearning.com | 817-772-2700 | www.imaginelearning.com

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Exhibitor Listing - Alphabetical OrderInstitute for Excellence in Writing - Education Products: ELA/Reading .............................................................................. 710Megan Wilkins | Schools@IEW.com | 800-856-5815 | www.IEW.com

Inter-State Studio and Publishing Company - Photography ............................................................................................ 209-211John Tyrell | jtyrrell@inter-state.com | 800-821-7923 | www.isspub.com

iStation - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ................................................................................................ 813Rebecca Augustine | raugustine@istation.com | 866-883-7323 | www.istation.com

It’s A Hoot!/Origami Owl - Jewelry ............................................................................................................................................ 115Linda Bueltel | Itsahoot4us@yahoo.com | 512-423-6843 | www.lindabueltel.origamiowl.com

Kamico Instructional Media - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR .............................................................................. 408-410Kathy Michael | kmichael@kamico.com | 254-947-7283 | www.kamico.com

Kanti Goods - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 223Ernestine Lammers | ernestine@kantigoods.com | 508-284-2060 | www.kantigoods.com

Kaplan Early Learning Company - Education Products: Curriculum .................................................................................... 418Chris Abernathy | cabernathy@kaplanco.com | 817-226-8682 | www.kaplanco.com

Kelly’s Treasure - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories ............................................................................................................ 727-728Kelly Lynch | Kellystreasure@hotmail.com | 817-368-1859 | www.kellystreasure.com

Kids Across Cultures - Non-Profit ............................................................................................................................................. 821Scott Hooper | scott@cottonwoodtx.com | 254-485-6538 | www.kidsacrosscultures.org

KiDs Beach Club - Character Education .................................................................................................................................. 607Paul McCollum | pmccollum@beachclubs.org | 817-734-3456 | www.kidsbeachclub.org

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Kona Ice - Fundraising ................................................................................................................................................... 107-107AKona Ice | konaiceaustin@yahoo.com | 512-850-1777 | www.kona-ice.com

Lea Park and Play - Playground Equipment ............................................................................................................................ 624Travis Lea | info@leaparkandplay.com | 972-690-8163 | www.leaparkandplay.com

Lead Your School - Educational Consulting ........................................................................................................................... 718Sean Cain | s.cain@leadyourschool.com | 832-477-5323 | www.leadyourschool.com

Learning A-Z - Education Products: ELA/Reading................................................................................................................. 614Lori Todd | Lori.Todd@learninga-z.com | 512-660-1706 | www.learninga-z.com

Learning Sciences International - Education Products: Math/Science ................................................................................ 213David Salazar | dsalazar@learningsciences.com | 210-952-5148 | www.learningsciences.com

Learning.com - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ......................................................................... Atrium 19Monica LeRoy | mleroy@learning.com | 503-517-4438 | www.learning.com

Lee’s School Supplies, Inc - Fundraising ................................................................................................................................. 505Michael McFarlane | sales@leesschoolsupplies.com | 800-833-5057 | www.leesschoolsupplies.com

Legacy of Liberty - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ................................................................................. 620Jim Proctor | jimproctor76@gmail.com | 801-602-9147 | www. legacyofliberty.com

Lexia Learning - Education Products: ELA/Reading ............................................................................................................. 719Patty Raygosa | patty@swaslp.com | 210-440-4913 | www.lexialearning.com

Lifetouch National School Studios - Photography ................................................................................................Atrium 12-13Miles Wallace | miwallace@lifetouch.com | 512-251-5558 | www.lifetouch.com

LiveSchool - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ............................................................................................ 506Matt Rubinstein | caitlin@liveschoolinc.com | 877-612-1086 | whyliveschool.com

Lone Star Learning - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ......................................................................................... Atrium 3Joni Kitchens | joni@lonestarlearning.com | 806-281-1424 | www.lonestarlearning.com

Mackin Educational Resource - Education Products: Curriculum ....................................................................................... 218Robbie Lee | mackin@mackin.com | 800-245-9540 | www.mackin.com

Majeza Jewelry Cleaner - Jewelry Cleaner. .............................................................................................................................. 325Eduardo Garcia | ejgb1978@hotmail.com | 504-610-2759 | www.majeza.com

Mark Lukert Consulting - Educational Consulting ..................................................................................................... Atrium 22Mark Lukert | lukertm@yahoo.com | 940-642-5821 | www.marklukert.com

Math GPS - Education Products: Math/Science ............................................................................................................. 417-419Laura Wilson | sales@mathgps.com | 830-876-6130 | www.mathgps.org

Mentoring Minds - Education Products: Math/Science ....................................... Atrium 21, Foyer 3-4, 200, 201, 204, 300Stephan Rudolph | stephan@mentoringminds.com | 903-509-4002 | www.mentoringminds.com

Mixed Bag Designs - Fundraising ................................................................................................................................... Atrium 2Carol Joyce | caroljoyce@mixedbagdesigns.com | 650-692-9494 | www.mixbagdesigns.com

Moncrief One Team - Character Education .............................................................................................................................. 622Sidney Moncrief | moncrief04@gmail.com | 214-500-0100 | www.moncrief1team.com

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Exhibitor Listing - Alphabetical Order

Denotes TEPSA Partner

Music Notes - Music................................................................................................................................................................... 222Jimmy Pascasio | jimmy@musicnotesonline.com | 310-916-8295 | www.musicnotesonline.com

myON - Education Products: ELA/Reading ............................................................................................................................ 523Karen Trcka | ktrcka@myon.com | 210-415-1290 | www.myon.com

Nancy Larson Publishers - Publishing ...................................................................................................................................... 508Frank McCoy | frank.mccoy@nancylarsonpublishers.com | 915-276-3330 | www.nancylarsonscience.com

National Geographics Learning/Cengage Learning - Publishing ........................................................................................... 517Robbie Riggs | robbie.riggs@cengage.com | 972-740-3838 | www.ngl.cengage.com/school.com 

National Life Group - Retirement/Insurance ........................................................................................................................... 514Donna Kvapil | dkvapil@nationallife.com | 214-638-9184 | www.nationallifegroup.com

Observer Tab, LLC - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ................................................................................ 701Gary Forlini | gary@observertab.com | www.observertab.com

Okapi Educational Publishing – Bilingual Programs/Products ............................................................................................. 720William Eastman | bill@myokapi.com | 866-652-7436 | www.myokapi.com

ORIGO Education - Education Products: Math/Science ................................................................................................. 219-221Cole Pourchot | c_pourchot@origomath.com | 314-475-3061 | www.observertab.comPaddle Tramps Mfg Co - Awards ............................................................................................................................Atrium 29-30Kyle Abraham | kyle@paddletramps.com | 806-765-9901 | www.awardplace.com

Peoples Education - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR.............................................................................................. 510-512Diane Miller | msakow@peoplesed.com | 201-708-2349 | www.peopleseducation.com

Pitsco Education - STEM ........................................................................................................................................................... 125Dan Petersen | dpetersen@pitsco.com | 620-231-0000 | www.pitsco.com

Play & Park Structures - Playground Equipment. .................................................................................................................. 220Brittney Whittier | bwhittier@playandpark.com | 512-557-9756 | www.playandpark.com

Play it Safe! Child Abuse Prevention - Safety ............................................................................................................................ 615Melissa Moreno | mmoreno@womenscentertc.org | 817-927-4016 | www.playitsafe.org

Production Network Media - Media ........................................................................................................................................... 217Angela Eastburn | angela@productionmediaco.com | 800-962-2587 | www.productionmediaco.com

Profit Plus, Inc - Fundraising .................................................................................................................................................... 206Rhonda McDevitt | rcm@profitplususa.com | 713-690-1640 | www.profitplususa.comProvine School Pictures - Photography .......................................................................................................................... 511-513Glenn Butler | gbutler@provinepictures.com | 318-442-2082 | www.provinepictures.com

QuaverMusic.com - Education Products: Math/Science ............................................................................................... 601-602Amanda Thompson Reilly | amanda@quavermusic.com | 615-631-6009 | www.quavermusic.com

Rally! Education - Publishing ....................................................................................................................................... Atrium A1Kimberlee Anthony | kim@rallyeducation.com | 888-99-RALLY | www.rallyeducation.com

Really Great Reading - Education Products: ELA/Reading ................................................................................................... 708Shari Zimmer | shari.zimmer@reallygreatreading.com | 866-401-7323 | www.reallygreatreading.com

Reasoning Mind - Education Products: Math/Science .......................................................................................................... 623Kimberly Santos | ksantos@reasoningmind.org | 956-451-0093| www.reasoningmind.org

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Denotes TEPSA Partner

Red Apple Resources of South Texas - Fundraising ......................................................................................................... 809-811Jim Schrad | redapplesouth@gmail.com | 888-546-1526 | www.redappleabcdough.com

Region 1 ESC - Education Service Center ............................................................................................................... Atrium 18AJean Haverstick | jhaverstick@esc1.net | 956-984-6197 | www.esc1.netRenaissance Learning - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ....................................................................... 608Connie Vela | Connie.Vela@renaissance.com | 715-424-3636 | www.renaissance.com

Rosen Classroom - Publishing. .................................................................................................................................................. 722Andrew Moore | andrewm@rosenpub.com | 646-205-7411 | www.rosenclassroom.com

Responsive Classroom - Educational Consulting ................................................................................................................... 625Brenna Davis | brenna@responsiveclassroom.org | 413-863-8288 | www.responsiveclassroom.org

Sadlier - Education Products: ELA/Reading ................................................................................................................ Atrium 1MJ Shannon | mjshannon1@comcast.net | 800-221-6175 | www.sadlierschool.comScholastic Book Fairs - Publishing .............................................................................................................Bookstore (Atrium)Shane Kyle | skyle@scholasticbookfairs.com | 800-792-2002 | www.scholastic.com

School Check In - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ................................................................................... 329Barry Peterson | bp@schoolcheckin.com | 800-327-0322 | www.schoolcheckin.com

School News Guru - Fundraising ............................................................................................................................................... 414Matt Miller | matt@schoolnewsguru.com | 832-661-6736 | www.schoolnewsguru.com

School Spirit Vending, LLC - Fundraising ..................................................................................................................... Atrium 10Matt Miller | matt@schoolspiritvending.com | 832-661-6536

School Tours of America - Tours ................................................................................................................................................ 305Garvis Green | garvis@sta-mail.com | 877-727-6416 | www.schooltoursofamerica.com

Science of Spin - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ........................................................................................................... 102Dale Oliver | yopro@spintastics.com | 817-400-9696 | scienceofspin.com

Sharon Wells Mathematics Curriculum Inc. - Education Products: Math/Science .............................................................. 215Mari Salvo | marisalvo@sharonwells.com | 956-688-6284 | www.sharonwells.com

Sharp Schools, Inc - Awards .......................................................................................................................................... Atrium 25Rick Smith | rsmith@sharpschools.com | 877-222-3006 | www.zoozingo.com

Shurley English - Education Products: Curriculum ............................................................................................................... 212Johnny Holcomb | txrep1@shurley.com | 903-714-4644 | www.shurley.com

Sister Stones Jewelry - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories ........................................................................................................... 210Sharleen Bullion | sisterstonesjewelry@gmail.com | 713-806-6392 | www.sisterstonesjewelry.com

Spirit Monkey - Awards .............................................................................................................................................................. 105Lisa deBonoPaula | lisa@spiritmonkey.com | 210-978-0457 | www.spiritmonkey.com

STAAR MASTER/ECS Learning Systems, Inc - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR .................................................... 316-318Christopher Mammen | cmammen@ecslearningsystems.com | 830-438-4262 | www.ecslearningsystems.com

STAAR Mission Math by Cosenza & Associates, LLC - Education Products: TEKS/STAAR ................................................ 700Gary Cosenza | gary@cosenzaassociates.com | 800-224-4318 | www.staarmission.com

Star Point Learning - Education Products: Math/Science ..................................................................................................... 621Jan Monroe | jan.monroe@starpointlearning.com | 214-536-6397 | www.starpointlearning.com

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Exhibitor Listing - Alphabetical Order

Denotes TEPSA Partner

Strawbridge Studios, Inc - Photography ........................................................................................................................ 420-420AEfrain Rodriguez | jescareno@strawbridge.net | 361-765-8667 | www.strawbridge.netStudies Weekly - Education Products: ELA/Reading .................................................................................................. 609-611Dave Mitton | service@studiesweekly.com | 866-531-5589 | www.studiesweekly.com

Sweet Hearts - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 605Peggy Cox | peggycox@suddenlink.net | 903-871-8882

Teacher Retirement System of Texas - Retirement/Insurance .................................................................................... Atrium 15Tom Guerin | tom.guerin@trs.state.tx.us | 800-223-8778 | www.trs.state.tx.us

Texas Retirement Council - Retirement/Insurance ................................................................................................................. 323Leslie Lee | leslie.lee5525@sbcglobal.net | 806-670-4201

Texas Educational Solutions - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ............................................................... 317Robin McNutt | robin@txedsol.com | 512-771-9045 | www.txedsol.com

Texas Fund Runners - Fundraising .................................................................................................................................... 118-120Michael Carter | info@txfundrunners.com | 713-400-5095 | www.txfundrunners.com

The Children’s Health Market, Inc - Wellness ........................................................................................................................... 612Annette Hall | annette@thegreatbodyshop.net | 800-782-7077 | www.thegreatbodyshop.net

The Dinosaur George Company - Education Products: Curriculum .............................................................................. 714-716Arianna Mizell | events@dinosaurgeorge.com | 888-487-7478 | www.dinosaurgeorge.com

The Gift Solution - Jewelry/Clothing/Accessories ........................................................................................................... 100-101Sarah Summers | giftsoln@texas.net | 512-656-4436 | www.austinboutique.com

The Markerboard People - Education Products: Math/Science ..................................................................................... 604-606Jason Lightner | feedback@dryerase.com | 800-379-3727 | www.dryerase.com

The Outdoor School - Character Education ............................................................................................................................. 308Darren Smith | Dsmith@outdoorschool.com | 512-587-3033 | www.outdoorschool.com

The PlayWell Group, Inc - Playground Equipment .................................................................................................................. 815Carl Simmons | carl@playwellgroup.com | 800-726-1816 | www.playwellgroup.com

The Writing Academy - Education Products: Curriculum .............................................................................................. 205-207Randi Whitney | cheryl@twa.net | 281-538-3241 | www.twa.net

Thinking Maps, Inc - Educational Consulting ......................................................................................................................... 520Kevin Dougherty | kevin@thinkingmaps.com | 817-745-1061 | www.thinkingmaps.com

Treasure Tower Rewards - Awards ............................................................................................................................................. 526Julee Tate | Jujut99@aol.com | 713-302-8695 | www.treasuretowerrewards.com

Triumph Learning - Publishing .................................................................................................................................................. 819Heather Watson | hwatson@triumphlearning.com | 936-273-4518 | www.triumphlearning.com

Virco, Inc - Furniture...................................................................................................................................................... Atrium 23Adam Craddock | adamcraddock@virco.com | 816-645-2429 | www.virco.com

Waterford Research Institute - Education Products: Software/Web Applications ............................................................. 616Shari Morris | sharimorris@waterford.org | 877-299-7997 | www.waterford.org

World’s Finest Chocolate - Fundraising ......................................................................................................................... Atrium 9Lane Causey | lane@ccfnola.com | 504-464-5470 | www.fundraising.worldsfinestchocolate.com

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Exhibitor Listing by Booth Number

Denotes TEPSA Partner

AtriumScholastic Book Fairs .........................................BookstoreBarnes & Noble .....................................................BookstoreLeaders ‘R’ Us Student Council Workshop ............AtriumTEPSA Information Central ....................................AtriumRally! Education ................................................. Atrium A1Sadlier ..................................................................... Atrium 1Mixed Bag Designs ................................................ Atrium 2Lone Star Learning .............................................. Atrium 3Heartland Park and Recreation ........................Atrium 4-6Gandy Ink Screen Printing & Embroidery ......Atrium 7-8AWorld’s Finest Chocolate ...................................... Atrium 9School Spirit Vending, LLC ................................ Atrium 10Excel Math ............................................................ Atrium 11Lifetouch National School Studios.............Atrium 12-13EMC Education Group, LLC. ............................ Atrium 14Teacher Retirement of System of Texas ............ Atrium 15Cover One ............................................................ Atrium 16American Reading ............................................ Atrium 17Horace Mann ..................................................... Atrium 18Region 1 ESC..................................................... Atrium 18ALearning.com ..................................................... Atrium 19DrumFIT USA Corp ........................................... Atrium 20Mentoring Minds .............................................. Atrium 21Mark Lukert Consulting ..................................... Atrium 22Virco, Inc .............................................................. Atrium 23Deanan Gourmet Popcorn ................................. Atrium 24Sharp Schools, Inc ............................................... Atrium 25Paddle Tramps Mfg Co ................................Atrium 29-30

FoyerMentoring Minds ................................................Foyer 3-4Horace Mann .......................................................Foyer 7-8

Row 100The Gift Solution ..................................................... 100-101Science of Spin ................................................................. 102Spirit Monkey ................................................................... 105BJ’s Park & Recreation Products .................................... 106Kona Ice ................................................................. 107-107ABrain Power Today .......................................................... 108Algebra Readiness Educators, LLC ............................... 111GoNoodle ......................................................................... 113It’s A Hoot!/Origami Owl ............................................... 115Capstone ........................................................................... 117Texas Fund Runners ................................................ 118-120Accelerate Learning ......................................................... 123Pitsco Education .............................................................. 125

Row 200Mentoring Minds ......................................... 200, 201, 204Profit Plus, Inc .................................................................. 206The Writing Academy ............................................. 205-207Sister Stones Jewelry ........................................................ 210Inter-State Studio and Publishing Company ....... 209-211Shurley English ................................................................ 212Learning Sciences International .................................... 213Sharon Wells Mathematics Curriculum, Inc ............... 215Frog Street ................................................................ 214-216Production Network Media ........................................... 217Mackin Educational Resources ...................................... 218ORIGO Education ................................................... 219-221Play & Park Structures .................................................... 220Music Notes ...................................................................... 222Kanti Goods ..................................................................... 223Education Galaxy ............................................................ 224TEPSA Photo Booth ....................................................... 225

Row 300Mentoring Minds .......................................................... 300GF Educators, Inc .................................................. 304-306School Tours of America ................................................ 305DynaStudy, Inc ................................................................. 307The Outdoor School ........................................................ 308ETA hand2mind ...................................................... 310-312DSHS-Immunization Branch-ImmTrac ....................... 314Forde-Ferrier Educational Services .................... 309-315Texas Educational Solutions .......................................... 317STAAR MASTER/ECS Learning Systems, Inc ...... 316-318Damand Promotions ....................................................... 321Texas Retirement Council .............................................. 323Big Kahuna Fundraising ......................................... 320-324Majeza Jewelry Cleaner. .................................................. 325School Check In ............................................................... 329

Row 400Hunter-Knepshield of Texas, Inc ................................... 409Kamico Instructional Media .................................. 408-410Blue Star Education ......................................................... 411Hameray Publishing Group, Inc .................................... 412All for Kidz/The Ned Show ............................................ 413School News Guru ........................................................... 414AXA Equitable ................................................................. 415CottonAcres.com ............................................................. 416Kaplan Early Learning Company .................................. 418Math GPS ................................................................. 417-419Strawbridge Studios, Inc ...................................... 420-420AEPS Literacy and Intervention ....................................... 421

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Row 500Curriculum Associates ................................................. 501Lee’s School Supplies, Inc ............................................... 505LiveSchool ........................................................................ 506Great Expectations .......................................................... 507Nancy Larson Publishers ................................................ 508Answer Blocks, LLC ........................................................ 509Peoples Education ................................................... 510-512Provine School Pictures ........................................ 511-513National Life Group ........................................................ 514Center for the Collaborative Classroom ....................... 515Dallas Baptist University ................................................ 516National Geographics Learning/Cengage Learning ... 517Imagine Learning ............................................................ 518Crayola, LLC .................................................................... 519Thinking Maps, Inc ......................................................... 520Frog Publications ............................................................. 521myON................................................................................ 5234mulaFun Inc ................................................................... 525Treasure Tower Rewards ................................................. 526Claire Lynn ............................................................... 527-528

Row 600Curriculum Associates ................................................. 600QuaverMusic.com ................................................... 601-602Sweet Hearts ..................................................................... 605The Markerboard People ........................................ 604-606KiDs Beach Club ............................................................. 607Renaissance Learning ................................................... 608First Investors Corporation ............................................ 610Studies Weekly ....................................................... 609-611The Children’s Health Market, Inc ................................ 612Learning A-Z .................................................................... 614Play it Safe! Child Abuse Prevention ............................ 615Waterford Research Institute ......................................... 616Cherrydale Farms .................................................... 617-619Handwriting Without Tears, Inc ................................... 618Legacy of Liberty ............................................................. 620Star Point Learning ......................................................... 621Moncrief One Team ........................................................ 622ReasoningMind ............................................................... 623Lea Park and Play ............................................................ 624Responsive Classroom .................................................... 625

Row 700STAAR Mission Math by Cosenza & Associates, LLC ... 700Observer Tab, LLC .......................................................... 701Imagery/PBM/Advanced Graphics ....................... 704-706Really Great Reading ....................................................... 708

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Row 700 ContinuedInstitute for Excellence in Writing ................................ 710Darkness to Light ............................................................ 712The Dinosaur George Company ............................ 714-716Lead Your School ............................................................. 718Lexia Learning ................................................................. 719Okapi Educational Publishing ....................................... 720Rosen Classroom. ............................................................ 722Champions ....................................................................... 724Kelly’s Treasure ........................................................ 727-728

Row 800Red Apple Resources of South Texas .................... 809-811iStation .............................................................................. 813The PlayWell Group, Inc ................................................. 815Triumph Learning ........................................................... 819Kids Across Cultures ....................................................... 821

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HotelsEmbassy Suites Arboretum 9505 Stonelake Blvd|512-372-8771

Hampton Inn NW/Arboretum3908 W Braker Ln|512-349-9898

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin NW10711 Research Blvd|512-346-5555

Homewood Suites Arboretum NW10925 Stonelake Blvd|512-349-9966

Hyatt House Arboretum10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy512-342-8080

Hyatt Place Arboretum3612 Tudor Blvd|512-231-8491

Renaissance Hotel 9721 Arboretum Blvd|512-343-2626

Residence Inn Northwest/Arboretum3713 Tudor Blvd|512-502-8200

Springhill Suites Austin NW Arboretum10936 Stonelake Blvd|512-349-0444

Staybridge Suites Arboretum10201 Stonelake Blvd|512-349-0888

TownePlace Suites Austin Northwest10024 Capital of Texas Hwy|512-231-9360

Additional ParkingAdditional parking is available Wednesday-Friday at the Arbor Cinema. Take 183 North and exit at Capital of Texas Highway (Loop 360)/Great Hills Trail. Go through the first light. Turn left on Great Hills Trail. Turn right on Jollyville Rd. Go past PF Changs. Arbor Cinema is on the right side of the street. Look for the white signs with TEPSA PARKING. A continuous shuttle runs to and from this parking lot and the Renaissance.

Do not park in surrounding parking lots or at the 9737 Great Hills parking lot. Cars will be towed at owner’s expense.

Remove/Hide Valuables and Lock Cars TEPSA is not responsible for any damages to or loss of property that may occur in parking areas.

Directions to/from the Renaissance HotelFrom Loop 1 (MoPac)Exit 183 North/Research Blvd. Stay to the right and exit Capital of Texas Hwy (Loop 360)/Great Hills Trail. Turn left at the first light. Take first right on Arboretum Blvd. Hotel is on the right.

From IH-35Exit 183 North. Follow the same directions as above once you reach the Capital of Texas Hwy (Loop 360) exit.

From Embassy Suites, Hyatt Place Arboretum and Residence InnTurn right on Tudor. Turn left on Stonelake. Turn right on the access road. Get in left lane. Turn left at the light. Take first right on Arboretum Blvd. Hotel is on the right.

From Hampton and HomewoodExit from the Hampton parking lot on to Braker Ln (Westbound). Get in left lane and turn left at light on to Stonelake Blvd. Get in right lane and turn right at light on to Great Hills Trail. Go under 183. Turn left on to Jollyville Rd. The Renaissance will be straight ahead. To return from the Renaissance Hotel to the Hampton and Homewood, follow directions in reverse.

From Holiday Inn Express & Suites to RenaissanceTurn right out of the hotel on to the Highway 183/Research Blvd frontage road. Get in left lane and turn left on to Braker Lane. Stay on Braker Lane and go straight under Highway 183. Turn left at the next light on to Jollyville Rd. Stay on Jollyville Rd. Get in the center lane and go straight through the next traffic light. The Renaissance will be directly ahead. From Renaissance to Holiday Inn Express & SuitesGo straight out of the hotel and turn right on to Great Hills Trail. Stay on Great Hills Trail. Get in the left lane and go under Highway 183. Turn left on to the Highway 183 frontage road and get in the right lane. The Holiday Inn Express will be on the right, just after you pass Costco.

From Staybridge Suites to RenaissanceGo straight out the front of the hotel and on to Great Hills Trail. Go under 183. Turn left on Jollyville. Go through the light. Renaissance is straight ahead. (Follow directions in reverse to return to Staybridge).

From TownePlace to RenaissanceHead west on N Capital of Texas Hwy. After crossing over Highway 183, get in right turn lane and turn onto Arboretum Blvd. Renais-sance will be on the right (approximately 0.4 mi).

To TownePlace from RenaissanceGo straight out of the hotel and turn right onto Great Hills Trail. Stay on Great Hills Trail until it dead ends into Stonelake Blvd. Turn left on Stonelake Blvd. Go to Braker Lane and turn right. Stay in right lane and turn right on to frontage road. Stay in right lane on frontage road. Turn right onto TX-360 Loop N/N Capital of Texas Hwy. TownePlace will be on the right.

Parking, Hotels and Driving Directions

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Austin Map

From Hyatt House to RenaissanceFrom the front parking lot of the Hyatt House, turn right on to Loop 360/Capital of Texas Highway. Go to light and turn right on to frontage road of MoPac/Loop 1. Get in the far right lane. The frontage road curves and merges with the High-way 183 frontage road. Turn left at the first light, then go straight through next light, crossing over Highway 183. Take first right on to Arboretum Blvd. Stay on Arboretum Blvd. until you see the Renaissance on the right.d.

To Hyatt House from RenaissanceFrom the Renaissance, go straight through the stop sign and turn right at the light on to Great Hills Trail. Go to the next light, then under Highway 183. At the next light, turn right on to Stonelake Blvd. Go to the next light and turn left on to Loop 360/Capital of Texas Highway. Hyatt House is on the right.

From Springhill Suites to RenaissanceTurn right from the hotel on to Stonelake Blvd. Turn right at the light on to Braker Lane. Go under Highway 183. Turn left at first light on to Jollyville Rd. Go straight after the 4-way stop sign. The Renaissance is straight ahead. To Springhill from RenaissanceGo from the hotel to the 4-way stop sign. Go straight on Jollyville Rd. Turn right at light on to Braker Lane. Go under Highway 183. Turn left at light on to Stonelake Blvd. The hotel will be on the left after passing the roundabout.

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Complimentary shuttle service to and from TEPSA block hotels and the additional parking area to the Renaissance is provided throughout the conference. All shuttles will run in approximately 40-minute intervals round trip, but can be delayed due to traffic. Shuttle schedules are located in each hotel lobby.

Please note:• The shuttle is not always able to drive up to the hotel entrance so

it is a good idea to wait outside to avoid missing it. • Parking at the Renaissance Hotel is limited. TEPSA is not

responsible for any damages or loss of property that may occur in parking areas. Please hide valuables and lock vehicle doors.

Daily ScheduleWednesday: 7am-7:30pm (all routes) Thursday: 7am-6pm (all routes) Friday: 7am-12:30pm (all routes)

Shuttle Schedule and Routes

RoutesRoute #1

Hampton InnHomewood SuitesSpringhill Suites

Route #2Embassy Suites

Hyatt Place ArboretumResidence Inn

Route #3Hyatt House Arboretum

Staybridge SuitesTownePlace Suites

Route #4Holiday Inn Express

Arbor Cinema at Great Hills

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Standard 1. Instructional Leadership - The principal is re-sponsible for ensuring every student receives high-quality instruction. Standard 2. Human Capital - The principal is responsible for ensuring there are high-quality teachers and staff in every classroom and throughout the school. Standard 3. Executive Leadership - The principal is responsible for modeling a consistent focus on and com-mitment to improving student learning.

Note: It is your responsibility to keep an accurate account of CPE credit hours earned. Please retain this for your own record.SBEC Provider Number for TEPSA: 500-113Texas Elementary Principals & Supervisors Association501 East 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2697512-478-5268www.tepsa.org

TEPSA Summer Conference | June 10-12, 2015 | Austin Renaissance Hotel

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Texas Administrative Code §241.15

Standard 4. School Culture - The principal is responsible for establishing and implementing a shared vision and culture of high expectations for all staff and students. Standard 5. Strategic Operations -The principal is re-sponsible for implementing systems that align with the school’s vision and improve the quality of instruction. Learn more at http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/ chapter149/ch149bb.html.

The principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by practicing learner centered...

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Form

Wednesday, June 10 8-11am 10:15-11:15am 1-2:30pm Making A Difference Executive Leadership 1.0 2:45-3:45pm 3:15-4:15pm Thursday, June 11 8:15-9:15am 8:30-9:30am 10-11:30am Mattering IS the Agenda #choose2matter School Culture 1.0 1:15-2:15pm 1:30-2:30pm 2:45-3:45pm 3:15-4:15pm 4-5pm Friday, June 12 8-9am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:45am Leadership Brilliance Executive Leadership 1.0

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MATH GPS, LLC

Materials written by texas educators, exclusively for the rigor and expectations of our state.

Contact us: 830-876-6130

@mathGPS info@mathgps.org

100% Coverage of the teksheavy focus on the readiness standardsopen-ended and test formatted problems

teacher Reference Posters readiness focus kits New !!

grades 3-6 & 8 available nowgrade 7 available august 2015

grades K-8 available now

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TEPSA members enjoy year-round discounts and free access to select content. Join/renew at www.tepsa.org.

Teacher Learning Central (TLC)Grade level webinars designed by and for your teachers! Details coming soon.

STAAR Webinar SeriesOne campus fee; 24/7 access to recordings! Now available for purchase:

• Mastering Math: Navigating the New TEKSPresented by Carol Gautier, Teach TransformThree powerful webinars to help you and yourteachers understand and implement the new TEKS.• Wonders in STAAR WritingPresented by Randi Whitney, The Writing AcademyHelp your teachers better understand narrative and expository writing in this two-part series.

Legal Ease WebinarsFree to members! Kevin Lungwitz, TEPSA’s GeneralCounsel shares current legal information. Sampletopics include protecting yourself during testingseason, handling parent complaints, and dealing withemployee/human resource issues.

Lunch & Learn WebinarsFree to members! The first Wednesday of everymonth, September-May.Explore timely professional topics including class-room rigor, accountability, discipline, teacher perfor-mance and evaluation, and much more!

Assistant Principals ConferenceOctober 4-6 | Austin Omni Southpark HotelGain new skills and tools to maximize your leadershippotential. Engage in targeted hands-on learning. Net-work with peers and get tips from veteran principals!

Student Council WorkshopsFall dates and locations vary. Students and advisors learn to create a dynamic student leadership team.

TEPSA Regional MeetingsFall dates and locations vary. Learn the latest educa-tion news and state updates. Tap into local resources.

K-2 Learning ConferenceOctober 13 | San Antonio Convention CenterApril 2016 | Irving Convention CenterBring your teachers and join lead4ward and TEPSA in exploring fresh ideas to teach kids important but complex things.

Fall SummitNovember 5 | Grapevine Convention CenterFocusing on high priority issues for education leaders. More information to come!

Summer ConferenceJune 15-17, 2016 | Austin Renaissance HotelThe gathering of the year for Texas PreK-8 principals!

Get off campus, learn from state and national education experts, and share best practices with peers!

Stay on campus, tune in to live webinars or access recordings at your convenience, and train your staff!

2015-2016 TEPSALearning Calendar

TEPSA has been part of my professional development for many years, and I truly believe I am a more informed and better leader because of this association. -Jackie Gorena, Irving ISD

Through the implementation of things learned at TEPSA conferences, webinars and local meetings, our student achieve-ment continues to improve. -Dianne Timberlake, Hardin-Jefferson ISD

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Contact Us: 830-876-6130

info@mathgps.org @mathgps

MATH GPS, LLCreadiness focus kits

grades 3-6 & 8 available now

NEW!!!

Are you having a hard time deciding between sessions? Did you come upon a session that was full? Did you attend a session with content you would love to share with your staff? Remember, your conference registration includes access to TEPSA’s Live Learning Center featuring:

• Fifty hours of Summer Conference content—share with and train your staff!• Audio synchronized with presentation slides• Access on mobile devices (iPad compatible) • Downloadable handouts• On-demand availability 24/7

Sessions marked R will be recorded and available in the Live Learning Center after the conference. Look for an email with login instructions in a few weeks. Preview the Live Learning Center athttp://tepsa.sclivelearningcenter.com.

Live Learning Center: Education On-the-Go!

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1917 I. N. Odom, Waco1918 S. M. Lloyd, Austin1919 W. S. Bellamy, Dallas1920 F. Edna Simmons, Dallas1921 J. F. Peeler, Dallas1922 Leonard Power, Port Arthur1923 J. E. Park, Wichita Falls1924 T. Guy Rogers, San Antonio1925 J. I. Reynolds, Houston1926 Eunice Parr, San Antonio1927 J. B. Bright, Houston1928 R. A. Collins, Port Arthur1929 James T. Whittlesey, Dallas1930 Katherine Gorbutt, El Paso1931 Arvin N. Donner, Port Arthur1932 Thomas E. Pierce, Denton1933 George P. Mecham, Corpus Christi1934 Sydney M. Callaway, FortWorth1935 W. L. Darnell, Austin1936 Elsie B. Jordt, San Antonio1937 L. M. Fertsch, Austin1938 Frank D. Austin, Port Arthur1939 B. C. Shulkey, Fort Worth1940 F. M. Mathis, Tyler1941 W. A. Hamilton, Dallas1942 S. E. Pass, Abilene1943 O. R. Scott, Weslaco1944 Kyle K. Bates, Kilgore1945 Charles H. Dent, Dallas1946 H. A. Newsom, Edinburg1947 Roy H. Rowland, Goose Creek1948 Ishmael Hill, Beaumont1949 Herman G. Williams, Dallas

1950 Gladys Simons, Fort Worth1951 Alma M. Freeland, Tyler1952 Dr. M. G. Bowden, Austin1953 Opal Eversole, Freeport1954 Ruby Gustavson, Kingsville1955 Buford W. Williams, San Marcos1956 Olvie B. Wheeler, Lubbock1957 Floyd A. Hemphill, Amarillo1958 P. B. Stovall, Fort Worth1959 Christine Rockefeller, Corpus Christi1960 Frank J. Balusek, Bay City1961 Howard W. Amick, Amarillo1962 Thomas Saunders, San Antonio1963 Duane Russell, Garland1964 Lloyd Bell, Dallas1965 Myrtice Larson, Arlington1966 Lloyd Bell, Dallas1967 Henry Shrake Jr., Houston1968 Kenneth Fields, Fort Stockton1969 Carl F. Wheeler, Austin1970 Warren W. Green, Tyler1971 William C. Harter, Canyon1972 Shirley Hale Lincoln, Spring Branch1973 Donald Couch, Fort Worth1974 Earl Cobb, Galena Park1975 Alvis Bentley, Amarillo1976 Don Simmons, Abilene1977 Frank Mullican, Lubbock1978 Anna Brodie, Temple1979 Dr. Joan Bossung, Spring Branch1980 Troy Selzer, Ennis1981 Larry Parkerson, Galena Park1982 Dr. Tony C. Diaz, Corpus Christi

TEPSA State Presidents1983 Joe Cummins, Midland1984 Gene Stokes, Round Rock1985 Nancy Sampson, Cypress-Fairbanks1986 David Walvoord, Amarillo1987 Moody Conner, Andrews1988 Dr. Sally Blewett, Beaumont1989 Eugene J. Sekula, East Central1990 F. B. (Buddy) Sexton, Lubbock1991 Carolyn Clapp, Humble1992 Bill Barnes, Hurst-Euless-Bedford1993 Gretchen Ricker, Seguin1994 Dr. Debra Nelson, Coppell1995 Ramon E. Rivera, Ysleta1996 Dr. Anne S. Kiehle, Fort Sam Houston1997 Lillie Beth Wilson, Alief1998 Stephen Caruso, Killeen1999 Dr. Linda Little, North Lamar2000 Julia Lyda, Grapevine-Colleyville2001 Doris Jean Gill, Beaumont 2002 Mark Lukert, Wichita Falls2003 Dr. Linda Holman, El Paso2004 Dr. Lynda Carter, Highland Park2005 Mark Terry, Carroll 2006 Karen Bessette, Randolph Field2007 Celia Layton, Pasadena2008 Mitzi McAfee, Calhoun County 2009 Dr. Andra Penny, Coppell 2010 Dr. Scott Hollinger, McAllen2011 Sharon Wright, Plainview 2012 Scot Clayton, Henrietta2013 Stacy Bennett, Huntsville2014 Dr. Belinda Neal, Lindale2015 Eddie Damian, Fort Bend

In Memoriam Callie Low, 1981-2014

Last August we bid a sad farewell to a member of our TEPSA family. Callie Low, who oversaw Exhibits, was a familiar presence at many Summer Conferences, and an important part of the TEPSA team. We miss her and are grateful for the time we had with her.

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    Sabine 

Trinity Room 

Pecos Sans Saba 

Brazos

Atrium Level    (Lobby Level)   

Plaza Level(Lower Level) 

  Glass OaksBallroom

  

Indoor  Pool 

Wedgwood 

Ballroom  

 A    

       

ReceivingMain Dock

    

Grand Ballroom A   

Grand Ballroom B     

   

   

Arbor

steeRnorth 

Lounge 

 

Bandera’sBistro

 

 

Austin Bytes 

Trinity B 

Trinity A

San Antonio 

Gazebo &Trinity Patio

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Fitness Center 

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Guest Arrival 

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Nueces

 

Guadalupe

Restrooms 

Canadian

Colorado

Frio

Bosque

Staircase to Plaza Level     

      

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PlazaFoyer 

Plaza Patio 

Elevators Service

Stairs to AccessAdjacent GlassOaks Ballroom &Parking 

   

        

   

Upper Dock   

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ConchoGRAND BALLROOM

Blanco

Knotty Deck

Staircase From Lobby

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