Aledo ISD Empower 2025: Full Schedule

Welcome to Aledo ISD’s Professional Learning Academy Empower 2025!

8:30am CDT

Keynote with Jack Berckemeyer - Optimism and Opportunity LIMITED

Thursday May 29, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

Inspiring, humorous and applicable to all in attendance. Choosing optimism—even in the face of tough challenges—helps restore the healthy interactions and positive relationships necessary for enacting real school change. Hear how teachers and school leaders can rekindle their individual and collective enthusiasm for a profession that has been progressively inundated with negativity. Be prepared to learn, to laugh, and to leave with a renewed sense of purpose. This is a fact-based, positive approach to “taking back our profession.” Research-based strategies, practical examples, and thought-provoking scenarios will be included.

Speakers

Jack Berckemeyer

Owner, Berckemeyer Consulting Group

A nationally recognized presenter, author, and humorist, Jack Berckemeyer began his career as a middle school teacher in Denver, Colorado. After only two years, he was recognized as the outstanding educator at his school and in his district. Then in 2003, Jack received the Outstanding... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Cafetorium

Wellness

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrators, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr, CPE, FLEX

10:15am CDT

Student Engagement and Motivation with Jack Berckemeyer LIMITED

Thursday May 29, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT

Cafetorium

Looking for great ways to motivate students? These hands-on ideas are perfect for all subjects. Easy to use and implement in any classroom or school. No technology, just fun and practical solutions.

Speakers

Jack Berckemeyer

Owner, Berckemeyer Consulting Group

Thursday May 29, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am CDT
Cafetorium

Student Engagement

Audience 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, PreK-2nd
Credit 1.5hr, CPE, FLEX

8:30am CDT

Excellence in Action: AISD Campus Teacher of the Year Panel LIMITED

Friday May 30, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT

Cafetorium

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion featuring our 2024-2025 Campus Teachers of the Year, recognized for their outstanding classroom practices and student impact. Moderated by Dr. Crissey, this session will highlight effective teaching strategies, innovative instructional techniques, and practical tips that drive student success. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, you'll leave with actionable ideas and renewed enthusiasm for your craft.

Speakers