Summer Leadership Attendee Guide

TALAS Leadership Summit
Attendee Guide

Thank you for registering! We’re thrilled to welcome you to El Paso for a weekend of impactful learning, networking, and celebration. Please review the information below to help you prepare for the summit.

📋 Summit Agenda Overview

Friday, May 16, 2025 – Welcome Events

La Nube – STEAM Discovery Center
201 W. Main Drive, El Paso, TX 79901

Reception (Open to All)
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Reception: 5:30–7:00 PM

Dinner (Ticketed Event)
7:00–9:00 PM
Dinner attendees will receive a seat assignment and token at check-in

Dress Code: Business Smart

Parking info:

Saturday, May 17, 2025 – Leadership Summit

Burges High School
7800 Edgemere Blvd., El Paso, TX 79925

Registration & Breakfast: 7:30–8:20 AM
Summit: 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Lunch: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM

Dress Code: Business Casual
Parking: Free parking off Edgemere Blvd.

🌟 What to Expect

– Welcome Reception: Check in early, enjoy refreshments, and network with educators and sponsors.

– Dinner Program: For registered dinner guests—enjoy a seated meal and powerful conversations.

Summit Sessions: 30+ engaging sessions to sharpen leadership practice. Pre-plan as sessions are capped at 25.

– Special Sessions: Cover two rotations; limited seats still available.

– Tech Reminder: Bring a laptop if attending Session B: The Art of Coaching.

– Author Feature: Dr. Mario Acosta presents two sessions and a book signing at 1:30 PM.

– Vendor BINGO: Visit sponsor tables, collect stamps, and enter our raffle!

– Closing Speaker: Dr. Richard Carranza will deliver an inspiring conclusion.

📲 Stay Connected

We’ll be using ParentSquare to send updates and announcements. Please monitor your email.

Wi-Fi access will be available at the venue. Login info provided on-site.

🍹 Coming in Early? Join Us Thursday!

Kick off the weekend with our Welcome Happy Hour hosted by EF Tours.
[Click here to register]

We’re excited to see you soon for this unforgettable weekend of leadership, collaboration, and community. Thank you for being part of the TALAS mission to empower school leaders and advocate for the students we serve across Texas.


Warm regards,
The TALAS Team

Sign Up to Receive our Newsletter