Carl Hooker has been a part of a strong educational shift with technology integration since becoming an educator. During his 23 years in education he has had a wide range of roles, from teacher to Virtualization Coordinator to Director of Innovation, he’s always had one common belief – the kids need to drive their own learning. He realizes the challenges in our current educational institutions and meets them head on. As Director of Innovation and Digital Learning at Eanes ISD, he has helped spearhead the launch the LEAP program (Learning & Engaging through Access and Personalization), which put one-to-one iPads in the hands of all K-12 students in his 8000-student district. His unique blend of educational background, technical expertise, and humor make him a successful driving force for this change.

Follow him on twitter @mrhooker and his blog: http://hookedoninnovation.com or reach out to him on his website: http://carlhooker.com

Brianna Hodges is committed to helping educators positively transform the story of school. Pulling from her experiences as a marketing & PR executive, English teacher, district and central office administrator, Bri shares how story serves as the foundation of learning, the cornerstone of culture, and the catalyst to transformation.

Having learned, listened, and led in classrooms and central administration since 2009, Bri is widely recognized for her superpower for storytelling, capacity for connection, and commitment to empathy and equity.

Noted for her innovative approach to learning, Bri has received many distinctions including K12 Administrator to Watch (2018) and Texas EdTech of the Year (2017). She serves as national advisor and faculty member for Future Ready Schools©.

Twitter- @FutureReadyCoach

www.briannahodges.com

Tyler Trammel has been a Technology Learning coach with Fort Worth ISD for the last four years.  Before that, he taught middle school science as well spent some time in the coaching ranks and even teaching at the elementary level.  He doesn’t claim to have all the answers but likes to think he knows where to look or at least fake it till he makes it.  Tyler is a human, avid hydrator, fan of space (outer and personal), and strives to pet all the dogs.

@Tyler_Teacher 

Kristen Brooks is a Technology Specialist in the Cherokee County School District, an Educational Consultant, Featured Speaker, Content Creator and a Keynote Presenter. She is a veteran teacher of 27 years with the last 17 years exclusively in educational technology & instructional technology coaching. She loves empowering students to create content, to show what they know & encouraging teachers to create standards-based lesson plans incorporating innovative technology strategies to engage students into their learning process. Ms. Brooks is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, an Adobe Creative Educator, an Adobe Education Leader, an Apple Learning Coach, a Minecraft global mentor, a Professional Learning Specialist with NCCE and works with several EdTech companies as a Teacher Mentor. She has stated, “I am very blessed to spend most of my time with students in classrooms encouraging and supporting teachers to become the facilitator of learning.” Kristen is an avid traveler & photo taker who loves live music with chips & guacamole. 

To learn more about Kristen Brooks and her FOREDU platform please follow her on LinkedIn & Twitter @KristenBrooks77 or contact her at http://www.kristenbrooks.net