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Tuesday, May 27
 

8:00am CDT

Let's Talk About It...
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people

Have you ever had to have a tough conversation with a parent, peer or even an absolute stranger? You're not alone! In this session we'll talk through a variety of techniques to defuse frustrations and develop a partnership atmosphere within our families, colleagues, and more. We'll even chat about what you can do when social media gets weird!
Speakers
avatar for Rachel Acosta

Rachel Acosta

Director of Communications, Community Engagement and Special Projects, Communications
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
1125

8:00am CDT

Calm Your Brain
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people 

Ever feel stressed, overwhelmed, tension, frazzled or maybe you are seeing more students enter your room each year who feel this way. Join our session and find resources and activities to help you calm your brain when you feel stressed. Visit our virtual calming room, explore your creative side with painting or coloring, play in the sand, assemble a breathing stick to help with regulation and visit our calming corner.  We will have a variety of activities for staff to participate in as well as resources for you to take to use in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Mandi Burkett

Mandi Burkett

Counselor, Legacy Ranch High School
KC

Kristen Capote

SPED Counselor, Central Office
LC

Lori Cosper

Counselor, Liberty Hill Elementary
avatar for Patti Coulter

Patti Coulter

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
MD

Meredith Davidson

Mental Health Counselor, Liberty Hill ISD
avatar for Laura Elder

Laura Elder

Counselor, Bill Burden Elementary
avatar for Cristina Garza

Cristina Garza

Liberty Hill ISD
avatar for Courtney McVan

Courtney McVan

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
AM

Angie Mirkes

Counselor, Santa Rita Elementary
JM

Jennifer Morelli

Counselor, Bar W Elementary
avatar for Barbara Payne

Barbara Payne

Counselor, Rancho Sienna Elementary
CP

Catherine Presley

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
avatar for Lindsay Regehr

Lindsay Regehr

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
avatar for Jennifer Schuessler

Jennifer Schuessler

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for John Tinsley

John Tinsley

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
NW

Nicole Willoughby

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for Michelle Wright

Michelle Wright

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
1127

8:00am CDT

Technology Roundtable: Interactive Problem-Solving Q&A
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
Session Cap: 35 people

Join our engaging roundtable discussion where technology and curriculum leaders come together to address key district technology topics. This interactive session will tackle common support challenges, explore solutions for applications and devices, and provide an open forum to answer your technology-related questions. Come ready to share, learn, and collaborate!
Speakers
JL

Jonathan Lutz

Technology
avatar for Gregg Burcham

Gregg Burcham

Executive Director of Technology, Liberty Hill ISD
IA

Ismael Aranda

Technology
MB

Michael Bruner

Technology
KW

Kendrick White

Technology
Tuesday May 27, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
2126 / 2124

9:10am CDT

Calm Your Brain
Tuesday May 27, 2025 9:10am - 10:05am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people 

Ever feel stressed, overwhelmed, tension, frazzled or maybe you are seeing more students enter your room each year who feel this way. Join our session and find resources and activities to help you calm your brain when you feel stressed. Visit our virtual calming room, explore your creative side with painting or coloring, play in the sand, assemble a breathing stick to help with regulation and visit our calming corner.  We will have a variety of activities for staff to participate in as well as resources for you to take to use in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Cristina Garza

Cristina Garza

Liberty Hill ISD
LC

Lori Cosper

Counselor, Liberty Hill Elementary
avatar for Courtney McVan

Courtney McVan

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
avatar for Patti Coulter

Patti Coulter

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
AM

Angie Mirkes

Counselor, Santa Rita Elementary
avatar for Michelle Wright

Michelle Wright

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
avatar for Barbara Payne

Barbara Payne

Counselor, Rancho Sienna Elementary
avatar for Lindsay Regehr

Lindsay Regehr

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
avatar for John Tinsley

John Tinsley

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for Jennifer Schuessler

Jennifer Schuessler

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for Laura Elder

Laura Elder

Counselor, Bill Burden Elementary
CP

Catherine Presley

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
JM

Jennifer Morelli

Counselor, Bar W Elementary
NW

Nicole Willoughby

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for Mandi Burkett

Mandi Burkett

Counselor, Legacy Ranch High School
MD

Meredith Davidson

Mental Health Counselor, Liberty Hill ISD
KC

Kristen Capote

SPED Counselor, Central Office
Tuesday May 27, 2025 9:10am - 10:05am CDT
1127

9:10am CDT

"Change" - It Doesn't Have to be Painful
Tuesday May 27, 2025 9:10am - 10:05am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people

In this session participants will discover information and techniques to assist in handling change - in life, in work and everyday.


Speakers
avatar for Steven Schiff

Steven Schiff

Liberty Hill High School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 9:10am - 10:05am CDT
1114

10:15am CDT

Turn Your Expertise into Extra Cash: Liberty Hill ISD Panther Academy
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people
Would you like to learn how to make some extra money? Have you received the notification for Academy Proposals and thought, "I don't have time for that", or "I don't even know what that is"? Come join us as we share what Liberty Hill Academy Courses are, who teaches, them and how to work it into your schedule and life to earn some extra money.
Speakers
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
1114

10:15am CDT

Calm Your Brain
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people 
Ever feel stressed, overwhelmed, tension, frazzled or maybe you are seeing more students enter your room each year who feel this way. Join our session and find resources and activities to help you calm your brain when you feel stressed. Visit our virtual calming room, explore your creative side with painting or coloring, play in the sand, assemble a breathing stick to help with regulation and visit our calming corner.  We will have a variety of activities for staff to participate in as well as resources for you to take to use in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Mandi Burkett

Mandi Burkett

Counselor, Legacy Ranch High School
KC

Kristen Capote

SPED Counselor, Central Office
LC

Lori Cosper

Counselor, Liberty Hill Elementary
avatar for Patti Coulter

Patti Coulter

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
MD

Meredith Davidson

Mental Health Counselor, Liberty Hill ISD
avatar for Laura Elder

Laura Elder

Counselor, Bill Burden Elementary
avatar for Cristina Garza

Cristina Garza

Liberty Hill ISD
avatar for Courtney McVan

Courtney McVan

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
AM

Angie Mirkes

Counselor, Santa Rita Elementary
JM

Jennifer Morelli

Counselor, Bar W Elementary
avatar for Barbara Payne

Barbara Payne

Counselor, Rancho Sienna Elementary
CP

Catherine Presley

Counselor, Liberty Hill Middle School
avatar for Lindsay Regehr

Lindsay Regehr

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
avatar for Jennifer Schuessler

Jennifer Schuessler

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for John Tinsley

John Tinsley

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
NW

Nicole Willoughby

Counselor, Liberty Hill High School
avatar for Michelle Wright

Michelle Wright

Counselor, Santa Rita Middle School
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
1127

10:15am CDT

Do You Want to be a Teacher?
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people
This session is designed to support paraprofessionals on their journey to becoming certified teachers by providing essential guidance on certification pathways, testing requirements, and financial assistance options. Participants will gain insights into alternative certification programs, study resources for the Texas teacher certification exams, and classroom readiness strategies. The session will also feature discussions with current educators who transitioned from paraprofessional roles, offering real-world advice and encouragement. By the end, attendees will have a clear roadmap and actionable steps to achieve their teaching certification.
Speakers
TL

Tanya Lambert

Principal, Bill Burden Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
1124

10:15am CDT

Effective Communication with Students and Parents
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people
Attendees will explore strategies for fostering clear, respectful, and productive communication with both parents and students. This session will provide practical techniques for building strong relationships, addressing challenges, and ensuring messages are received and understood. Participants will gain valuable insights into active listening, conflict resolution, and effective messaging to enhance collaboration and student success. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with actionable tools to improve communication in their educational environments.
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
1122

10:15am CDT

Spreadsheet Superpowers: Unlocking Efficiency in Google Sheets
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people

Transform your spreadsheet skills in this hands-on workshop and discover essential Google Sheets functions, optimal data organization techniques, time saving tips and methods to change numbers and text into compelling visual narratives. Walk away with tools for your superhero tool belt.
Speakers
avatar for Gregg Burcham

Gregg Burcham

Executive Director of Technology, Liberty Hill ISD
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
2215

10:15am CDT

Admin Insights: Thriving Through Challenges and Triumphs
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people

Thinking about stepping into school leadership? Get an insider’s view of what it takes to open a campus from the ground up. Through real-world experiences, we’ll explore the triumphs, challenges, and key lessons in building school culture, fostering connections, and leading a team for academic and behavioral success. Whether you're on the leadership track or just exploring, this session will equip you with practical tools and insights to thrive from day one. Don't just take a step into leadership—prepare to thrive in it!
Speakers
avatar for Erin Boyd

Erin Boyd

Assistant Principal, Tierra Rosa Elementary
avatar for Angie De Los Santos

Angie De Los Santos

Assistant Principal, Bar W Elementary
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
2112

10:15am CDT

Leading When You’re Not “The Boss”
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Session Cap: 25 people

Leadership isn’t defined by a title—it's about influence, initiative, and impact. This session is designed for educators and staff who want to develop leadership skills, inspire others, and drive positive change, even if they don’t hold an official leadership position.


Speakers
JM

Joyce Milam

Assistant Principal, BBE
avatar for Christina Gamez

Christina Gamez

Principal, BBE
Tuesday May 27, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
2114
 


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