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Committees

    Connect & Contribute: Help Shape TETL’s Work

    As part of the TETL strategic planning process, committees have been formed to carry out the work and move us toward accomplishing our goals. 

     

    We're reorganizing the work of our TETL committees to better serve our membership. Please complete this brief survey to let us know how we can engage you in the important work of TETL. You can indicate areas where you need professional development, as well as areas where you have expertise to share with our members.


     

    Committees are a great way to get involved in your organization, show your leadership skills, meet new people, and contribute to a great cause! 

    We need you! Our committees drive our network and events. We need active members to steer our organizational direction.

     

    Get involved! Join a TETL Committee!

     

    Links to upcoming committee meetings can be found on our TETL Events Calendar.

    Revitalizing Committees: Driving Engagement, Impact, and Leadership

    Network & Engagement Committee

    Goal: Build a powerful network and foster active member participation.

     

    Leadership

    • Chair: Toni McPherson

    • Board Representatives: Nick Baird, Cara Carter, Justin Lascsak

     

    Changes from Former Committees:

    • Consolidates "Meetings and Events," "Membership," "Awards," "Ad Hoc Past Chair" (for Elections), and "Opportunity" (for new member outreach and communication.)

    Purpose:

    • The Network & Engagement Committee is responsible for building meaningful connections, strengthening the value of membership, and ensuring engaging, high-quality programming that supports Texas education technology leaders.

    Key Responsibilities (Committee Charge):

    • Facilitate engaging meetings and events.
    • Drive membership growth and retention.
    • Recognize member contributions (awards).
    • Coordinate elections and member outreach.
    • Ensure effective communication to members.

    Leadership Development Committee

    Goal: Provide targeted leadership development opportunities for TETL members.

     

    Leadership

    • Chair: Robin Stout

    • Board Representative: Fernando De Velasco

     

    Changes from Former Committees:

    • Consolidates "Leadership Development" and includes "Opportunities" (for survey data review, meeting suggestions, webinar topics, and training partnerships.)

    Purpose:

    • The Professional Learning and Leadership Development Committee is charged with advancing the organization's mission by fostering continuous professional growth and cultivating leadership capacity among its members. The committee supports the development of high-quality learning experiences and leadership pathways that reflect the evolving needs of the profession.

    Key Responsibilities (Committee Charge):

    • Identify leadership needs through survey data.
    • Recommend topics and speakers for meetings and webinars.
    • Source partners for training programs.
    • Cultivate future TETL leaders.

    Communication Committee

    Goal: Communicate trends and best practices to solve technology challenges.

     

    Leadership

    • Co-Chairs: Kimberly Bowlin and Steve Barnwell

    • Board Representative: Leann Kidd

     

    Changes from Former Committees:

    • Consolidates "Next Digital Shift" and "AI" initiatives.
    • Emphasizes new opportunities like LinkedIn engagement.

    Purpose:

    • The Communication Committee is responsible for blending for identifying, curating, and disseminating timely and relevant information about emerging trends, innovative practices, and effective solutions to challenges facing the profession. The committee serves as a strategic conduit between the organization and its members, fostering engagement, learning, and collaboration through clear and impactful communication.

    Key Responsibilities (Committee Charge):

    • Curate and disseminate information on emerging tech trends (e.g., AI, digital shifts).
    • Share best practices for addressing technology challenges.
    • Manage TETL's communication channels (e.g., social media, newsletters).
    • Enhance TETL's online presence and engagement.

    Governance Committee

    Goal: Provide trusted guidance on privacy, security, and compliance policy.

     

    Leadership

    • Chair: Chris Cummings

    • Board Representatives: Curtis Shahan and Greg Grimes

     

    Changes from Former Committees:

    • Consolidates "TrustED," "Advocacy," "Bylaws" (Ad Hoc), and "Finance."

    Purpose:

    • The Governance Committee is responsible for strengthening the foundation of TETL by ensuring sound governance practices, advancing data privacy and security initiatives, and amplifying the voice of Texas education technology leaders through legislative engagement and advocacy.

    Key Responsibilities (Committee Charge):

    • Oversee organizational bylaws and governance.
    • Advocate for best practices in privacy, security, and compliance.
    • Provide financial oversight and guidance.
    • Ensure legal and ethical adherence.