LEGAL ISSUES WEBINAR SERIES

TASSP is launching a new series of live webinars in partnership with
Jim Walsh, The Law Dawg, of Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C.

This online series provides school administrators and educators with timely and actionable legal guidance to navigate the complex challenges of the educational landscape. Led by school law expert and Texas legend: The Law Dawg, Jim Walsh. Each webinar delivers clear, explanations of new and changing laws, recent court decisions, and legal best practices with time for Q&A.

√ October 7, 2025, 10am - Legislative Updates    |    √ November 6, 2025, 10am - Student Discipline
February 18, 2026 - Personnel Issues    |    April 22, 2026 - Special Education

LEGAL ISSUES WEBINARS 

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Member price for the 4 episode series: $59 | Non-Member: $99

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Nominations Open for TASSP Executive Board
Vacancy for TASSP Second Vice-President and Assistant State Coordinator

The policy provides for the rotation of the nominee for the Second Vice-President from these regions and from certain segments of TASSP membership. For 2026, Nominations are open for the office of TASSP Second Vice President which shall come from Area 2 which includes Regions 9-11 from a Small High School: 4A or smaller. Nominations are also open for the office of Assistant State Coordinator which is an at-large election.

TASSP Board Vacancies
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    Hilton Anatole Dallas | June 9 - 11, 2026     We invite you to share your knowledge and submit a session proposal! Sessions should be lively, interactive, relevant, and innovative. We are accepting proposals for consideration in Concurrent sessions as well as Exhibit Hall Power Sessions. The deadline to receive all proposal applications is February 13, 2026.
  • Submit an article for the TEXAS STUDY magazine. TASSP is accepting articles that promote best practices, learning, leading, innovative programs, timely developments, and technology. Share your knowledge and experiences with your peers! Deadlines to Submit: February 1 and October 1, 2026.
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2026 TASSP State Principals and Assistant Principals of the Year

The TASSP Principal Image Committee reviewed the applications and selected three finalists in each category. 
Finalist interviews were recently conducted, and the Committee selected the individuals listed below for these prestigious awards.

Kara Lea Deardorff, Byron Nelson HS, Northwest ISD, Region 11
TASSP HS Principal of the Year

Dr. Janelle Muhammad, Rancier MS, Killeen ISD, Region 12
TASSP MS Principal of the Year

Andrea Garza, United HS, United ISD, Region 1
TASSP HS Asst. Principal of the Year

Tasha Nikl, Venus MS, Venus ISD, Region 11
TASSP MS Asst. Principal of the Year
FINALISTS:
Dr. Sarah Hernandez, TLCA San Angelo HS, TX Leadership Public Schools ISD, Region 15: Finalist HS POY
Dr. Justin James, Forney Freshman Center, Forney ISD, Region 10: Finalist HS POY
Sally Bratton, Spring Branch MS, Comal ISD, Region 20: Finalist MS POY
K'rin Young, Merkel MS, Merkel ISD, Region 14: Finalist MS POY
JoRhon Calhoun, North Shore HS, Galena Park ISD, Region 4: Finalist HS APOY
Robert Quach, McKinney HS, McKinney ISD, Region 10: Finalist HS APOY
Jennifer Blanco, George Washington MS, United ISD, Region 1: Finalist MS APOY
Amber Godby, Crockett MS, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD, Region 18: Finalist MS APOY

 

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LEGAL ISSUES WEBINAR SERIES

TASSP is launching a new series of live webinars in partnership with Jim Walsh, The Law Dawg, of Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C. This online series provides school administrators and educators with timely and actionable legal guidance to navigate the complex challenges of the educational landscape. Led by school law expert and Texas legend: Jim Walsh. Each webinar delivers clear, explanations of new and changing laws, recent court decisions, and legal best practices with time for Q&A. Join The Law Dawg live online or watch a recording later!

REGISTER NOW! You won't miss a thing, each episode will be recorded and available!
Member price for the 4 episode series: $59 | Non-Member: $99

Episode 1 - Legislative Updates - Recording is available to registrants
Episode 2 - Student Discipline - Recording is available to registrants

Feb. 18, 2026 - 10am - Special Education
April 22, 2026 - 10am - Personnel Issues

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