Creating a Better Future Through an Innovative Mindset
The Visioning Conference is held in conjunction with the Superintendent Academy and is only open to members of Superintendent Academy XXXII participants and their respective board members. Participants will engage in deep discussions with their Teams of 8, as well as representatives from other districts from across the state, on creating a better future for our students through an innovative mindset.
Training Credit:
Twelve hours of school board training, inclusive of required team building credit if all board members and superintendent are present for all sessions.
Conference Registration Deadline:
Thursday, January 30, 2025
 | George Couros
Featured Speaker
Learner, Speaker, Author
This is an opportunity for real change to occur by engaging facilitator, George Couros. George is currently an Innovative Teaching, Learning, and Leadership Consultant and speaker. He is the author of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and “Innovate Inside the Box” with over 20 years of experience as an educator, in a myriad of roles from K-12. Inspiration without implementation is a waste of time. Be ready to be challenged, your tomorrow begins today. |
 | Dr. Ralph Draper
Featured Speaker
TDG Consultants, L.L.C.
Dr. Draper is a retired School Superintendent, adjunct professor and alumnus of the Thompson Superintendent Academy. Due to his passion for school transformation, he has been a keynote speaker and lecturer at conferences, revivals, workshops, motivational seminars and youth events throughout the United States and West Africa. |
 | Dr. Bob Thompson
Featured Speaker
Director, Thompson Executive Leadership Institute
Dr. Thompson is the Director and founder of the Thompson Superintendent Academy and co-founder of similar academies in other states. Dr. Thompson has served as the facilitator of the Superintendent Academy for 31 years and has consulted extensively with superintendents and their boards to further meet the needs of their districts. |
Friday, Feb. 21
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Conference Check-in |
| 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Welcome | Dr. Rich Elsasser & Dr. Bob Thompson |
| 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | Getting Ready | Dr. Bob Thompson |
| 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM | Why Am I On the Team? | Dr. Ralph Draper |
Saturday, Feb. 22
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Breakfast (provided) |
| 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Reflection and Discussion | Dr. Bob Thompson and Fran Murphy |
| 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Creating a Better Future | Greg Smith and George Couros |
| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch (provided) |
| 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Creating a Better Future (cont.) | George Couros |
Sunday, Feb. 23
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Breakfast (provided) |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Creating a Better Future | George Couros |
| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Reflection & Board Discussion | Dr. Bob Thompson, Greg Smith, Fran Murphy |
| 10:00 AM | Adjourn |
The Westin Austin at the Domain
11301 Domain Drive, Austin, Texas 78758
Hotel Reservation Deadline: Thursday, January 30, 2025
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Current state per diem rate: $184 per night
- Hotel Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Hotel Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Complimentary on-site self-parking
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