School Transformation Network
TASA’s School Transformation Network (STN) is entering year two since its redesign, and 95% of those who tried it in year 1 say they plan to return for a new slate of topics in 2024-25! STN complements TASA’s other school transformation-focused networks: the Future-Ready Superintendents Leadership Network (FRSLN) and the Texas Public Accountability Consortium (TPAC), which focus on accountability and instructional practices. STN focuses on “transforming the basics” — finance, staffing, board relations, and more — the systems that support instruction.
Participation in the School Transformation Network is by district subscription purchased by the superintendent. With a district subscription, all TASA members in the district have access to the network’s virtual events.
The online format of these events allows more school leaders to participate, expanding the range of perspectives that participants will hear as they engage in discussion and learning on topics relevant to their day-to-day challenges.
2024-25 School Transformation Network
Session Schedule/Topics
Network events are held virtually on Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.:
- September 24, 2024 – Technology and AI
- October 29, 2024 – Special Education
- December 3, 2024 – School Board Relations
- February 11, 2025 – Human Resources
- March 4, 2025 – Community Partnerships
- April 1, 2025 – School Finance and Budgets
STN members are also invited to attend an optional in-person session on January 28, 2025, during the TASA Midwinter Conference.
Session Format
Each session includes a learning opportunity (large group that includes leaders of districts of all sizes) and small group breakout sessions both by topic and district size, as well as a guest speaker who has expertise in the topic.
Membership Rates by District Size
| Fewer than 500 Students | $150 |
| 500 – 1,499 Students | $225 |
| 1,500 – 4,999 Students | $300 |
| 5,000 – 9,999 Students | $375 |
| 10,000 – 49,999 Students | $450 |
| 50,000-plus Students | $500 |
| Regional ESCs | $225 |
How Superintendents/ESC Executive Directors May Subscribe
Step 1
Log in to the TASA Member Services Center. (If you have not yet logged in to this new system, launched in April 2024, find important information on doing so here.)
Step 2
Once logged in, using the left navigation on your profile page, click on Membership & Subscriptions.
Step 3
Toggle, using the tabs (blue text) at the top of the page, to view the list of subscriptions available to you.
Step 4
Scroll down to “School Transformation Network” and click on the “Sign Up” button.
Please note that the button will be visible to you ONLY if you are listed as a superintendent or ESC executive director in our system. If you are not the district superintendent but are interested in participating, please talk to your superintendent about subscribing.
Step 5
You will go to a screen that shows pricing based on district ADA. Click on the “Submit” button.
Step 6
Enter payment information and click on “Process Payment” to complete your purchase.
What Happens Next
When it’s time to register for the first STN event, you will receive an email with further instructions.
Navigating Operational Intersections
of School Transformation Leadership
What 2023-24 Participants Are Saying About STN …
- “The new and improved school transformation network is a hit with us!”
- “I appreciate the short time frame and the ability to view / participate with my entire team. Price point is especially appreciated.”
- “Excellent points of view for us. We are a small district and value this type of networking.”
- “It helped us open some of our thinking up to different possibilities within our roles and areas of influence.”
- “It has broadened my knowledge in areas I am not strong in.”
- “Lots of new ideas and best practices that we can incorporate.”
- “Helped with conversations around each topic and ideas for improving processes.”
- “Great information and very timely. Especially the budget conversations.”
- “Being able to participate in the STN has equipped me with a deeper knowledge of what is going on in school districts similar to mine as well as providing me with information that is going on state wide. I really enjoyed collaborating and learning from others during these sessions.”
- “I thought all sessions were well structured and useful. I REALLY enjoyed the maintenance conversation. Many thanks for the work and design. There was a candor and level transparency — a certain practicality — that I appreciated, too.”
CPE Hours
Participation in the School Transformation Network offers up to 7.5 hours
of Continuing Professional Education credit for those who attend all six sessions.
Questions?
Jessica Arceneaux
Executive Assistant, Member Engagement & Support
512.477.6361
