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Beyond the Sessions
From receptions and hallway conversations to local gathering spots and interactive experiences, this post highlights ways to extend your learning beyond the sessions at the Learning Forward Texas Summer Conference.

Kathryn Laster
May 265 min read


What Is This Teaching Me? A Learning Designer’s Lens for Conferences and Beyond
We often attend conferences and other professional learning looking for ideas. But what if we also studied how the experience is designed? This reflection offers a simple lens to help you notice, reflect, and apply what you learn in new ways.

Kathryn Laster
Apr 285 min read


What We Design Before We Build
What if you started designing your next event by naming what participants will do? This short read explores how a simple shift toward purpose and action shapes a conference experience.

Kathryn Laster
Mar 225 min read


Leading Learning with Intention: Designing for Belonging and Impact
In anticipation of our summer Learning Forward Texas conference , we’re excited to continue highlighting the leaders who will help shape this year’s learning experience. Our Day 1 keynote speaker, Dr. Jill M. Siler , brings a deep commitment to thoughtful design, courageous leadership, and professional learning that truly moves people. As Deputy Executive Director of the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and a former superintendent for nearly a decade, Jill h

Kathryn Laster
Feb 186 min read


Why Educators Return to the Learning Forward Texas Conference Every Summer
Every summer, educators from across Texas—and across roles—gather for something more than just a conference. Read why people attend our little Learning Forward Texas Annual Conference every year.

Kathryn Laster
Mar 29, 20254 min read


Collaboration Skills for Learning Leaders
Prepare for this summer’s Learning Forward Texas conference with a sneak peek into Dr. Thomas Van Soelen’s pre-conference session—and discover why it’s a must-attend for learning leaders!

Kathryn Laster
Feb 28, 20257 min read
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