At-A-Glance Schedule

RIO GRANDE ROOM 1

7:30AM                Registration

8:00AM                Color Guard & Welcome - Dr. Allen Haynes

8:15AM                 Opening Remarks - Barbara O. Amaya

8:45AM                Keynote Speaker: Joy Kelly

10:00AM               Break – Visit Exhibitors & Get Pan Dulce

• BREAKOUT 1 SESSIONS: 10:15AM-11:00AM

• BREAK: 11:00AM-11:15AM

• BREAKOUT 2 SESSIONS: 11:15AM-12:00PM

• LUNCH & LEARN: 12:00PM-1:00PM

• BREAKOUT 3 SESSIONS: 1:00PM-1:45PM

• BREAK: 1:45PM-2:00PM

• BREAKOUT 4 SESSIONS: 2:00PM-2:45PM

• BREAK: 2:45PM-3:00PM

RIO GRANDE ROOM 1

3:00PM               HOUSE BILL 8 GENERAL SESSION - ESC 19

This session provides educators with an overview of Texas House Bill 8 (HB 8) and its impact on the state's assessment and accountability systems. Participants will learn about key changes to the Texas Assessment Program, including the transition from STAAR® to the new Student Success Tool (SST) assessment model beginning in the 2027-28 school year, updates to accountability requirements, and important timelines for implementation.

The session will also highlight HB 8's Test Anxiety Mitigation requirements, including new testing procedures and student-facing directions designed to reduce anxiety and create a more supportive testing environment. Educators will explore practical strategies for helping students approach assessments with confidence while maintaining testing integrity and compliance 

3:45PM               CLOSING REMARKS - Dr. Armando Aguirre 

4:15PM                DOOR PRIZES