PSJA ISD College For All Conference

PSJA ISD College For All Conference

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8:30am CDT

Opening Session Banquet

9:50am CDT

Foundations of Biliteracy: Elementary Dual Language Education TangerineOfelia Venegas • Blanca Villarreal • Fidencio Camacho • Olivia Martínez Beyond Books: School Libraries Empowering College Readiness LemonRosana Gutierrez • Catherine Mancillas • Rosalinda Sanchez Empowering Minds - Mastering Critical Thinking & Engaged Learners from Cradle to College PomeloElizabeth Vega • Mirtala Frias Ensuring the Success of Dual Credit Students Through Data and Intervention Key LimeSylvia Lizcano Building a Tower of Success - Offering Stackable Credentials ValenciaLeonardo Castaneda • Israel Nicanor • Adriana Garcia

11:00am CDT

Best Practices for High School Dropout Recovery to Enhance College Opportunities MandarinLaura Campos Unlocking Potential: Maximizing Resources for Student Success TangerineMelissa Lopez • Jennifer Avelar Using SEL Calming Zones to promote a positive and safe environment ValenciaValerie Garza, M.Ed., LPC, CSC • Dr. Viviana Garza Cradle to Career: Supporting Children Through the Early Stages of Life Key LimeLydia Zarate • Cassandra Martinez Early College as a Disruptive Force for College and Career Equity PomeloAdriana Garcia • Maria Imelda Flores • Dr. Linda Uribe-Trevino Connecting Literacy to Sustainable Learning for Diverse Learners. LemonJennifer Burden • Mario Bracamontes

1:10pm CDT

Advancing Biliteracy and Beyond: Secondary Dual Language Education ValenciaEduardo Guzman, Bilingual Strategist for High Schools • Sherry Ann Sorenson Vargas • Elizabeth Garza, Bilingual Strategist for Middle Schools • Nalleli Alvarado, Bilingual Strategist for High Schools Pathways Toward Independence- A successful adult transition program which prepares students to enter the workforce with job readiness skills and independent living skills. MandarinVeronica Quintana • Sarah Gonzalez Breathe a sigh of relief: Unveiling Best Practices for First-Generation College Student Success PomeloAlonso Garcia • Carlos Garcia Dual Credit: Empowering Student Success Through Collaboration and Support LemonMaria Imelda Flores Student Wrap Around Services and Academic Advising Go Hand in Hand Key LimeGina R. Saenz • Renee Garcia PSJA Academies - The Ultimate Game Plan for District Wide College & Career Success TangerineAdriana Garcia • Rowdy Vela

2:20pm CDT

Texas Education Agency: Optimizing TEA-LEA Partnerships: Equitable Opportunities for EB Students ValenciaDr. Xochitl Anabel Rocha Making College Attainable & Affordable via Go Centers! TangerineDr. Sandra Garza • ERICA RAMOS • Dr. Raquel Garcia Master Scheduling: Crafting a High School Schedule for College Success Key LimeMaria Imelda Flores • Renee Garcia Maximizing Student Success with the SAT Suite of Assessments MandarinMichael Murray The Power of Career Expos: Recruitment Opportunities for CTE Programs from Elementary to Post-Graduation PomeloDr. Yvonne Gomez Libraries as Gateways: Embedding SDGs in Education for College Readiness LemonLinda Martinez • Karina Quilantan