3:45–4:45 p.m. and 5–6 p.m.
Monday, July 7
Pulse Check: Strengthening Region Leadership for a Stronger ATPE
Your entire region leadership team is invited to a fast-paced session where we’ll cover the tools available to help you plan a successful year of growth and empowerment. We’ll cover goal setting, meeting and election planning, marketing and communications resources, staff contacts, and more.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Director Joy England and Marketing & Engagement Director Kate Johanns
Turning Discounts into Membership Gold
ATPE members have access to an exclusive menu of over 25 member discounts. Join us to learn more about these valuable programs that allow members to easily recoup the cost of their dues, as well as strategies for using these benefits as a hook for membership recruitment and retention.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Director Joy England and Membership Specialist Cynthia Villalovos
Encore Performance: Retirees Rocking the Volunteer Scene
ATPE’s retiree members have access to unique opportunities to continue serving the association and Texas public education. Join us to learn more about the ATPE Retiree Volunteer Program as well as paid recruitment assistant opportunities.
Presenters: ATPE Field Program Manager Kelly Greer and Membership Specialist Cynthia Villalovos
Your Local Unit, Your Stage: Make Every Note Count
Having a strong local presence in school districts across the state is key to ATPE’s overall success. Members see value in their local units attending school board meetings, promoting community involvement, and hosting opportunities for local educators to connect. Learn about different strategies and support available to help you increase your local presence.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Specialist Diane Pokluda and Lobbyist Heather Sheffield
More Cowbell: Turn Up the Volume on Volunteer Engagement
Join us to explore strategies for identifying potential volunteers, as well as incorporating nontraditional volunteer opportunities into your offerings. Takeaways will include ideas for motivating and showing appreciation to volunteers.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Specialists Yvette Milner and Mary Jane Waits
Keeping Your Finances in Harmony
“Behind the scenes, the band was struggling financially …” How many episodes of the VH1 classic “Behind the Music” included this narrative? Financial issues won’t be part of your local unit’s story when you follow the tips we’ll share in this session, which is particularly relevant for treasurers but useful for any local unit officer. We’ll discuss how budgeting ties into the annual Treasurer’s Report and allow plenty of time for questions.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Specialists Eduardo Sierra and Jeff Vega
All Together Now: The Art of a Well-Tuned Team
A strong volunteer team doesn’t happen by chance. You need to be strategic, prioritize effective communication and succession planning, and rely on the tools and resources available to you. Join us for real talk about building a strong volunteer team with a strong bench.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Specialists Joseph Cruz and Amber Tomas
Fresh Beats: What’s New for 2025-26
Get the scoop on the latest in ATPE volunteer service for 2025-26, including our new plan for year-round membership recruitment, the refreshed Recruit & Reward program, and our new incentive program for campus representatives.
Presenters: ATPE Membership Specialists Ginger Franks and Roger Gutierrez
There’s No Such Thing as Perfect Harmony
Let’s face it: There’s no such thing as perfect harmony. Conflict among fellow volunteers is inevitable. However, when you understand your natural tendencies when facing conflict, as well as how to flex your style to meet the moment, conflict can be healthy and even productive. Join us to learn more about your own style as well as explore real-world scenarios for addressing conflict as a volunteer.
Presenters: ATPE Marketing & Engagement Director Kate Johanns and Engagement & Learning Specialist Andrea Hutlock