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PSJA ISD College For All Conference
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Wednesday, October 23
 

9:50am CDT

Ensuring the Success of Dual Credit Students Through Data and Intervention
Wednesday October 23, 2024 9:50am - 10:50am CDT
Participants will learn innovative strategies that will support dual credit students as they navigate their college courses. PSJA T-STEM ECHS utilizes best practices that safeguard the success of all students who are in danger of failing a college course.
Speakers
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Sylvia Lizcano

Principal - PSJA Southwest ECHS, PSJA ISD
Silvia Lizcano is the proud Principal of PSJA Thomas Jefferson T-STEM ECHS, a designated “A” rated campus. Mrs. Lizcano started her educational career in 1997 as a middle school Mathematics teacher and then became an Instructional Coach for the district in 2011. In 2015, she accepted... Read More →
Wednesday October 23, 2024 9:50am - 10:50am CDT
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11:00am CDT

Cradle to Career: Supporting Children Through the Early Stages of Life
Wednesday October 23, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
This session will explore comprehensive strategies and best practices to support children through the crucial early stages of their lives. Participants will be equipped with practical strategies and resources to implement in their professional roles.
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avatar for Lydia Zarate

Lydia Zarate

Tsr Lead Coach - PSJA Early Start, PSJA ISD
Lydia L. Zarate, with a Master's in Educational Leadership and 19 years of experience in early childhood education, is the Texas School Ready Coordinator for PSJA ISD. She enhances teaching through evidence-based practices and comprehensive readiness programs, ensuring student su... Read More →
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Cassandra Martinez

Early Head Start Caregiver, PSJA ISD
Cassandra Martinez leads the PSJA Early Head Start campus, collaborating with The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley. With a master's in social work and extensive program experience, she ensures high-quality education and positive social-emotional experiences for students.
Wednesday October 23, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
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1:10pm CDT

Student Wrap Around Services and Academic Advising Go Hand in Hand
Wednesday October 23, 2024 1:10pm - 2:10pm CDT
Join us for a hands-on session where you will gain a deeper understanding of academic advising, college completion, and student wrap-around strategies and services. Learn how PSJA ISD counselors play a crucial role in shaping students’ future success in post-secondary readiness and careers. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to engage in best practices that empower students with their college and career journey!
Speakers
avatar for Gina R. Saenz

Gina R. Saenz

Director For Guidance & Counseling, PSJA ISD
Gina Saenz is the Director of Counseling and Guidance for Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District. She graduated from the University of Texas Pan American where she earned a Master of Education in School Counseling and attained her Principal Certification. This is Mrs. Saenz’s... Read More →
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Renee Garcia

PSJA Memorial ECHS - Asst. Principal, PSJA ISD
Renee Garcia has devoted the last 15 years to a variety of roles in education, including Mathematics Department Head, Dean of Instruction, Master Scheduler, and Early College Director. With a strong grasp of accountability systems in secondary education, he has been instrumental in... Read More →
Wednesday October 23, 2024 1:10pm - 2:10pm CDT
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2:20pm CDT

Master Scheduling: Crafting a High School Schedule for College Success
Wednesday October 23, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
Come explore the intricate development of a master schedule purposefully designed for an Early College High School (ECHS) that prioritizes learning pathways that promote college and career success. A strong alliance between an ECHS and its Institution of Higher Education (IHE) partner is vital to constructing of a master schedule that is both student-centered and effectively focused on more equitable access to early college opportunities. South Texas College and PSJA ISD have for years collectively worked towards fostering a spirit of collaboration that enables their dual credit program to seamlessly fuse together the college experience within a high school day. With the integration of technical resources, shared expertise and open communication, you too can master the art of master scheduling.
Speakers
avatar for Maria Imelda Flores

Maria Imelda Flores

Teacher Strategist, PSJA ISD
Maria Imelda Flores is a dedicated educator and College Readiness Strategist with nine years of invaluable experience at PSJA ISD. Known for her unwavering commitment to student success, Maria has played a pivotal role in shaping the academic journey of countless students within the... Read More →
avatar for Renee Garcia

Renee Garcia

PSJA Memorial ECHS - Asst. Principal, PSJA ISD
Renee Garcia has devoted the last 15 years to a variety of roles in education, including Mathematics Department Head, Dean of Instruction, Master Scheduler, and Early College Director. With a strong grasp of accountability systems in secondary education, he has been instrumental in... Read More →
Wednesday October 23, 2024 2:20pm - 3:20pm CDT
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Thursday, October 24
 

8:30am CDT

CCMR Crosswalk: HB3 and HB8
Thursday October 24, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
This session will focus on CCMR and CCMR Outcomes Bonus Funding (OBF) dive into the current data for ESC 1. We will also give an overview of recent policy opportunities that help align to CCMR achievement and spend some time sharing how HB3 and HB8 are interacting.
Speakers
avatar for Rebeca Lopez

Rebeca Lopez

Director, Educate Texas
Rebeca Lopez serves as the Director of RGV FOCUS at Educate Texas, overseeing the development and implementation of the RGV FOCUS collective impact initiative and managing partnerships with key stakeholders throughout the region. Rebeca earned her bachelor's degree in biology from... Read More →
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Ben Mackey

Executive Director, Texas Impact Network
Ben Mackey serves as the Executive Director of the Texas Impact Network, supporting pioneering school systems in designing, implementing, and evaluating the evidence-based practices and strategies that were made possible by Texas House Bill 3, passed into law in 2019. Ben serves on... Read More →
Thursday October 24, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
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9:40am CDT

Teacher Collaborative Learning Community-Early College High School Research Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS)
Thursday October 24, 2024 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
PSJA Collegiate School of Health Professions, 9th-12th Early College High School, has established a Teacher Collaborative Learning Community ('TCLC) that provides staff with opportunities to participate in high quality instructional professional development, research-based instructional strategies, and early college data disaggregation.
Speakers
avatar for Iris Suarez

Iris Suarez

Asst. Principal - PSJA Collegiate ECHS, PSJA ISD
Mrs. Iris Suarez has been an educator for the last 23 years, serving as a math teacher and middle school and high school counselor. For the last 15 years as a counselor, Mrs. Suarez has ensured that every student maximizes growth in academic achievement, personal/emotional, and career... Read More →
avatar for Mario Gonzalez

Mario Gonzalez

Asst. Principal - PSJA Collegiate ECHS, PSJA ISD
Mr. Mario Gonzalez graduated from UT Pan American with a double major in Psychology and English. He began his teaching career in 2000. He has served PSJA ISD as an English teacher, Department Head, Small Learning Community Coordinator under the High School Redesign Project, Instructional... Read More →
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Mari Saenz

Principal - PSJA Collegiate ECHS, PSJA ISD
Mrs. Mariza Saenz has been an educator for 32 years, serving as a science teacher; elementary, middle, and high school counselor; high school assistant principal for 10 years; and principal for the last 6 years. Mrs. Saenz, as their first counselor and assistant principal, was instrumental... Read More →
Thursday October 24, 2024 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
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