TETL’s monthly, hour-long Lunch & Learn webinars spotlight timely topics that matter to our members and their districts. Registration links to upcoming sessions are available on the TETL Events Calendar.
Texas Cybersecurity Clinic at UT Austin
The Texas Cybersecurity Clinic at UT Austin provides pro bono, student-led cybersecurity services to Texas community organizations, small businesses, and public sector entities which would otherwise be unable to undertake such services on their own.
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Tailored Virtual Learning with itopia
Join EdTech expert and itopia for an inside look at how tailored virtual learning can drive better classroom engagement, improve student learning outcomes, and ease the strain on IT teams and teachers alike.
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Smarter Schools, Brighter Future: The Role of Data in ISD Success
Independent School Districts (ISDs) today face a growing set of challenges—budget constraints, educator turnover, and declining enrollments, among others. In this talk, we explore how ISD technology leaders can harness Information and Technology to tackle these issues effectively.
View the slide presentation here: The Role of Data in ISD Success
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Securing Partnerships: Mastering Data Privacy Agreements with Vendors
This session provides an in-depth exploration of best practices for creating, negotiating, and managing data privacy agreements between school districts and vendors. The session is designed for vendors and districts.
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Introduction to the NDPA for vendors.
Longer video with more step-by-step instructions on how to fill out the NDPA.
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TEA's K12 Cybersecurity Initiative
What is the K-12 Cybersecurity Initiative?
To counter the rising surge of ransomware and malicious activity affecting local educational agencies (LEAs) around the state, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) submitted an exceptional item request for funding to the Texas Legislature to provide cybersecurity resources to LEAs.
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Surviving a Cyber Breach
Ted Joffs is a highly skilled cybersecurity specialist with extensive international experience in technology operations across multiple domains. He frequently speaks at institutions and conferences, sharing his insights on cybersecurity.
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Advanced Analytics for Easier IT Management with Lightspeed
Texas K–12 IT leaders face mounting challenges in managing cybersecurity, safeguarding student data privacy, ensuring reliable device connectivity, and minimizing troubleshooting time—as well as complying with the latest regulations and requirements.
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Maximizing Your Tech Infrastructure with itopia
Join EdTech expert and itopia in breaking down key strategies for ensuring your district’s investments drive real impact for students while working for you.
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Managing Data Privacy Agreements: Lessons Learned!
This insightful webinar covers lessons learned and a deep dive into best practices for managing DPAs, including essential dos and don’ts. This session is ideal for those looking to streamline their experience, avoid common pitfalls, and stay informed on the latest enhancements.
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Navigating the TX Data Privacy Alliance
Learn how to manage agreements -- adding, editing, and deleting; understand agreement types; develop and understand progress workflows; request new resources; familiarize yourself with key terms and best practices; tailor the about alliance page (roles and associations); process new account requests; implement automated custom responses for new account requests; utilize the Data Breach Notification Tool; conduct national and alliance-based searches; and more!
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Managing Data Privacy Agreements: Part 2
Join this interactive support forum to learn how districts are managing data privacy agreements. On this call, Jennifer Miller, Cy-Fair ISD, shares her district's challenges, strategies, and successes.
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How Districts Manage Data Privacy Agreements: Part 1
The Education Cybersecurity Framework and Rubric
From Automation to Innovation: AI Tools for Educators and Administrators with Dr. Kyle Jones
TETL Member Call
On this this TETL member call we conduct two important interactive discussions. One on managing data privacy agreements, and one on enrolling with DIR to participate in the state-wide cybersecurity initiative.
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Managing Budget Cuts: Part 2
The TETL Leadership & Development Committee hosts an interactive forum to discuss strategies for managing budget cuts. Districts of all sizes will want to join and collaborate.
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Managing Budget Cuts: Part 1
The TETL Leadership & Development Committee hosts an interactive forum to discuss strategies for managing budget cuts.
Panelists: Ashley May- Spring Branch ISD; Cara Carter- Northwest ISD; Robin Stout- Carrollton Farmer's Branch ISD; Jacque Fewin-Lubbock - Cooper ISD.
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Generative AI Part 2: The Conversation Continues
Hear how districts of all sizes are implementing AI in this interactive panel discussion!
Moderator: Dr. Karla Burkholder
Panelists: Leann Kidd, Northside ISD; Donna Eurek, Prosper ISD; Dr. Lacey Gosch, Judson ISD; Dr. Jonas Green, Lewisville ISD; Charles Cooper, Independent Education Consultant
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An Interactive Panel Discussion on Generative AI: Part 1
Hear how Texas school districts of all sizes are implementing AI in their schools and classrooms.
Moderator: Dr. Karla Burkholder
Panelists: Leann Kidd, Northside ISDl; Donna Eurek, Prosper ISD; Lacey Gosch, Judson ISD; Dr. Jonas Green, Lewisville ISD; Charles Cooper, Independent Education Consultant
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