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It was so good to see so many of you yesterday at LFNTX.  I am sorry I could not attend the afternoon session. I heard it was just as fabulous as the morning session.  Thank you, DISD P&DL, for starting us off right. 

As promised, here are a few opportunities to volunteer and support Learning Forward Texas. 

• Learning Forward Texas Needs Survey – Share your thoughts to help develop future events and resources.  Your input is critical to our organization, please take a few minutes and respond. The survey closes Friday, September 29.  
• 2024 Conference Planning Committees –  Do you like planning conferences and events? Help the LFTX board and conference team by serving on the Conference Planning Committee.  Complete the form to select where you would like to help. The form is due Friday, September 29. 
• Remember our hashtag is #LFTXlearns and #LFNTX, follow us and share the fabulous professional learning going on in your district.

The 2024 Learning Forward Texas Conference proposal window opens Thursday, September 28 – October 29.  We seek innovative ideas and strategies to help solve today’s issues in professional learning, leadership, and instruction. Watch your email for the link.

Thanks again to Dallas ISD Professional & Digital Learning for hosting our September Meeting.

We look forward to seeing everyone at our 1st LFNTX Meeting of the school year! The meeting will be held on September 22, in Dallas ISD at 9400 North Central Expressway, Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75231. We will collaborate around problems of practice during the morning (9-11:30am) and a light breakfast will be served.

Dallas ISD is excited to bring to your attention a unique opportunity taking place in the afternoon portion of our meeting (1:00-3:00pm). This gathering will address beneficial topics such as STAAR instructional resources for the new item types, new teacher and mentor professional learning, and alternative forms of professional learning.

The Dallas ISD Professional & Digital Learning team has meticulously planned this afternoon showcase with the aim of providing a platform for learning and growth. We are thrilled for you to be a part of this enriching experience that allows you to share knowledge and to delve into the learning materials and resources. Please bring a charged device and be ready to learn, discuss, and have fun!

Dallas ISD will be hosting our first LFNTX meeting of the school year on Friday, September 22^nd at 9400 North Central Expressway, Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75231. We will collaborate around problems of practice during the morning (9-11:30am) and Dallas ISD will showcase learning in the afternoon (1:00-3:00pm) regarding beneficial topics such as STAAR instructional resources for the new item types, new teacher and mentor professional learning, and alternative forms of professional development. Additional details for the day will be posted a few days prior to the meeting. We hope you will invite a colleague and join us! Please RSVP HERE to assist Dallas ISD with planning.

It’s already been an amazing summer of learning and the 2023-2024 school year promises to be an exciting journey of growth, collaboration, and refining our craft. If you haven’t already, please mark your calendars to attend the 2023-2024 LFNTX Meetings (listed below). Can’t wait to gather with you all again soon!

• September 22, 2023 at Dallas ISD
• October 20, 2023 at Region 10
• November 10, 2023 at Birdville ISD
• January 12, 2024 at Frisco ISD
• February 9, 2024 at Arlington ISD
• April 12, 2024 at Keller ISD
• May 10, 2024 at Richardson ISD

It’s time for the Learning Forward Texas Annual Conference and we are so excited for the learning! We will be hosting a LFNTX table at the conference reception on Tuesday, June 20, from 4:30-5:30pm. Make sure to drop by to enter the prize drawing, grab some swag, and invite some new friends to join us! Happy Learning!

We hope to see you all in Richardson this Friday, May 12th as we celebrate another year and learn from our peers! The morning will be spent collaborating and networking during our Problems of Practice time (9:00am-11:30am) and the afternoon will include a Richardson ISD Mini Ports of Call Showcase (1:00pm-3:00pm). The meeting will be held at the Richardson Operations Center (1123 S Greenville Ave. Richardson, TX 75081). A light breakfast will be provided. If you have not had a chance to RSVP, you may do so HERE. See you all soon!

The 2023-2024 LFNTX Meeting Dates have been set and we are looking for hosts! If your district is interested in hosting one of our LFNTX affiliate meetings (see dates below), please email Mindy Blackman, at blackmanm@friscoisd.org.

We also need your input regarding the structure for the meetings.  Please take a few moments to provide your feedback regarding LFNTX meetings HERE.  Thank you!

2023-2024 Meeting Dates:

• September 22, 2023
• October 20, 2023
• November 10, 2023
• January 12, 2024
• February 9, 2024
• April 12, 2024
• May 10, 2024

Happy Friday, LFNTX! Our friends in Richardson ISD will be hosting our final meeting of the school year on Friday, May 12th and we hope you are able to join us! To assist with planning, please RSVP here. Additional details for the day will be posted a few days prior. Have a great weekend!

We look forward to seeing everyone this Friday, April 14th as Region 10 hosts our LFNTX meeting! The morning will run from 9:00-11:30AM and the afternoon from 1:00-3:00PM. Meeting location and parking information is located below. If you have not already had a chance to RSVP, please do so HERE. Also, don’t forget to bring a current or future project in order to refine your ideas. Hope to see you all there!

Location: Region 10 ESC (Spring Valley Campus) 400 E. Spring Valley Rd, Richardson, TX 75081-5101

There are parking lot entrances on both Abrams Rd and Spring Valley. We’ll be in the Grayson/Hunt rooms (1^st floor). The rooms are sometimes cold, so you may want to bring a sweater. A light breakfast and coffee will be served.

Region 10 colleagues are looking forward to a day of problem-solving, learning, and networking, and we can’t wait to grow with LFNTX friends! Please RSVP for the April 14th Meeting and see below for details.

Location: Region 10 ESC (Spring Valley Campus) 400 E. Spring Valley Rd, Richardson, TX 75081-5101

There are parking lot entrances on both Abrams Rd and Spring Valley. We’ll be in the Grayson/Hunt rooms (1^st floor). The rooms are sometimes cold, so you may want to bring a sweater. A light breakfast and coffee will be served.

📌 Agenda:

• 8:30 AM: Doors open for networking, breakfast, sharing 
• 9:00-11:30 AM: Problems of Practice Collaboration and LFNTX and LFTX update
• 11:30 AM-1:00 PM Lunch
• 1:00-3:00 PM:
  Preview our evolving approach for designing learning experiences, and discover strategies that can be used to refine your own upcoming PL sessions and events. You’ll explore curated resources and leverage digital tools to develop a pathway that results in A+ PD.

✅ Bring a current or future project in order to refine your ideas.
We hope you’ll be willing to share your feedback and additions to our approach.