2026 TETL Spring Summit | PROTECT
The Spring Summit brings Texas K–12 technology leaders together around a critical and timely theme: PROTECT. As cyber threats continue to evolve, this event focuses on safeguarding our systems, our data, and—most importantly—our students.
Attendees will hear from former FBI profiler Tim Pappa, who will explore the dynamics of cybercriminal behavior, with a particular focus on younger offenders and the motivations driving today’s cyber threats. Representatives from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children will share powerful insights into how children are increasingly targeted and victimized through widespread cybercrimes, and what schools can do to respond and prevent harm.
In addition, participants will gain practical tools through a dedicated session offering templates and actionable ideas for building or strengthening a disaster recovery plan, ensuring districts are prepared to respond and recover when incidents occur.
Join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and actionable strategies to help you better PROTECT your district, your teams, and the students you serve.
2026 TETL Spring Summit
March 5 | Region 11 ESC
1451 So. Cherry Rd., White Settlement, TX
Connect with education technology leaders from every corner of Texas at the 2026 TETL Spring Summit!
This summit offers a valuable opportunity to engage with peers, share best practices, and explore innovative strategies shaping the future of education.
Don’t miss out—REGISTER NOW!
Keynote: Rethinking Everything You Might Know About Hackers
This keynote talk by Tim Pappa, a certified former FBI profiler specializing in cybercriminal behavior, challenges common beliefs and attitudes about hackers. Drawing on recent research, it reveals surprising insights into the motivations of young cybercriminal offenders. Tim’s talk will feature a brief cyber behavioral analysis case study on the PowerSchool hack and the individual responsible, and will more broadly examine whether there is a unique victimology among cybercriminals who might target your school networks and data. The presentation prompts some rethinking on cybercriminal behavior and demonstrates how foundational behavioral insights can help you better protect your networks.