Friday, Sept. 12
Advance registration is necessary.
7:30-8 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8-11:30 a.m.
Program (includes a 15-minute break)
Designed specifically for districts with fewer than 1,000 students, the Small School District Seminar celebrates the creativity, resilience, and resourcefulness that define Texas’ small but mighty school systems. This engaging session honors the distinct strengths and shared challenges of small districts, while spotlighting bold leadership, innovative solutions, and authentic community connections.
This year’s event kicks off with a welcome from facilitators Amy Jacobs, TASA executive superintendent and former Coahoma ISD superintendent, and Orin Moore, senior consultant, TASB Board Development Services
This year’s featured speaker is Darryl Henson, Marlin ISD (903 students) superintendent, who will share how visionary leadership and deep community engagement have shaped his district’s success story.
Hear real-world insights from superintendents and board members leading small districts across the state. In this interactive session, attendees will participate in reflection activities and small group discussions designed to spark connection and collaboration. Small district spotlights will feature Hearne ISD (758 students), Henrietta ISD (954 students), and Runge ISD (194 students).
The session will also include a legislative and policy update focused on the unique realities of small districts, presented by Amy Beneski, TASA deputy executive director, Governmental Relations; Casey McCreary, TASA associate executive director, Education Policy; and Colby Nichols, partner, Ancira Strategic Partners.
This seminar offers practical ideas, inspiring stories, and a community of peers who understands what it means to lead and serve in a small district setting.
Presenters:
Darryl Henson, Superintendent, Marlin ISD
Orin Moore, Senior Consultant, TASB Board Development Services
Colby Nichols, Partner, Ancira Strategic Partners
TASA
Amy Beneski, Deputy Executive Director, Governmental Relations
Amy Jacobs, Executive Superintendent, and Former Superintendent, Coahoma ISD
Casey McCreary, Associate Executive Director, Education Policy
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TASBO