Get To Know Our Speakers From Outside the District
After reading a bit about each, check out their video introduction/session overviews at the bottom of this page.
Amber Teamann - Whitt Elementary Principal - Wylie ISD -
Amber will be kicking off the conference on Wednesday as she discusses Digital Responsibility and Ability. She will share her thoughts on why at the core of all tech innovation, there is a responsibility on us to create the relationships that allow risk taking. She will also share other sessions with us following the keynote. Check out her blog here http://technicallyteamann.com/ |
Matt Miller - Spanish Teacher and Author of Ditch that Textbook
Matt started his career as a newspaper reporter, before joining his wife as a teacher in West Central Indiana. Matt travels regularly and speaks to educators on a number of topics related to educational technology, world language instruction, and more. He combines a conversational, engaging speaking style with loads of resources. Matt will be joining us on Thursday, June 8th. Read his blog here http://ditchthattextbook.com/ |
Miguel Guhlin - TCEA Director of Professional Development
Miguel will be with us as he presents a Microsoft Innovative Educator Teacher Academy session on June 8th. Miguel is a wealth of information. He uses many formats to communicate with educators across the globe. Miguel is heavily involved in transforming teaching, learning, and leadership through the strategic application of technology. Read his blog here http://www.mguhlin.org/ |
Dr. Jennifer Williams - Literacy Specialist & Program Developer; Professor International Literacy Association - Nova Southeastern Univ. Founder of Calliope Global Education Initiatives.
We are excited for Jennifer to share information virtually about her work on bringing focus to social good and global education through advocacy and advancement. She is doing amazing things and can truly help us as we expand the walls of our classrooms. See her site here http://www.calliopeglobal.com/ |
Dr. John Booth - Dekalb ISD Supt
Dr. Booth has served in school districts across the state with stops in Amarillo, Abilene, Midland, Lubbock, El Paso, and now Dekalb ISD. He has been characterized for his pursuit of exemplary standards in academics, as well as a focus on accountability, access, and opportunity. Dr. Booth is active in conversations centered around school transformation and will be joining us on Thursday, June 8th - See more info here http://www.dekalbisd.net/91230_4 |
Kim Murphree - Current EdTech Trainer and former Asst Principal - Mansfield ISD
Kim Murphree is currently an Educational Technology Trainer in Mansfield ISD. Her experiences as both a classroom teacher and administrator provide her a unique perspective in the integration of technology within the content. Kim is a Google for Education Certified Trainer, Adobe Certified Trainer, member of the Apple Distinguished District Program, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator. She has trained throughout the district, region, and state and is passionate about integrating technology and helping teachers use technology to support students in reaching their fullest potential. Follow her at https://twitter.com/murphree_kim |
Melissa Motes - Director of Instructional Technology - DeKalb ISD
Melissa works tirelessly with DeKalb teachers and administrators to move along district initiatives related to instructional tech. Well respected by her peers across the region, Melissa was also selected as a finalist for the TCEA Instructional Technology Specialist of the Year, recognizing three educators from across the state. Melissa will join us on Thursday, June 9th |
Kirby Fowler - Texarkana College - Distance Education/Instructional Technology
Kirby is a super energetic, passionate, educator, lifelong learner, lover of all things Google and Apple, technology integrator, presenter, creator and seeker of certifications! I believe that being connected is the most valuable thing an educator can do. Learning from others is a skill that should not end with degrees and certifications! Kirby will join us on Thursday, June 9th - Read more about her here http://edtechsavvy.wixsite.com/kirbyfowler |
Janelle Safford - Winnsboro ISD Instructional Technology Coordinator
After teaching 22 years, I am now serving as the Instructional Technology Coordinator in Winnsboro, TX. I am a Google Level 1 & 2 educator and a Seesaw ambassador. My favorite book is "The Innovator's Mindset" by George Couros. My addictions are edcamps and Google extensions. I use Twitter as a PLN and sincerly wish every educator would give it a chance. I enjoy listening to podcasts (true crime and EdTech) and nothing makes me happier than sharing and helping other teachers incorporate technology into their curriculum! |
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