Prosper Connects '26: Full Schedule

Prosper Connects 26: Your Ultimate Professional Learning Adventure!
Get Ready for the most incredible day of learning in Prosper ISD! July 30th at Walnut Grove High School | Over 300 Sessions Await!

Calling all educators! Prepare for a day packed with inspiration, innovation, and incredible learning opportunities. From the electrifying drumline welcome to the delicious indoor lunch options from the Walnut Grove cafeteria serving up a variety of food, this isn’t just another professional development day – it’s a celebration of education!
✨ Highlights:

👕Attire: Favorite Team Jersey, jeans, and comfortable shoes
🚍Grab the Shuttle from Rock Hill HS (16061 N Coit Rd, Frisco, TX 750) for easy parking (runs every 20 min)
🥁 Epic Drumline Kick-Off
☕Breakfast Options: Union Coffee and Baked Goods & Sonic
🌮 INSIDE Lunch options provided by Aramark and Hardy’s Cafe: Union Coffee, Cane’s, Chick-fil-A, Jimmy John’s, Sonic, Pizza Hut, Greens & Grains, Sushi, Taco Line, & Hardy’s Cafe
🧠 GT Credit Sessions Available (sessions that are orange = GT)
📚 Up to 6 Professional Learning Hours

8:00am CDT

Social Media for Dummies (S101) (308)

Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT

1122

Do you know what actually makes a good social media post? Or are you just hoping your provided Canva template is doing the heavy lifting? In Social Media for Dummies (S101), we will break down everything you need to know to tell your campus story with confidence. From navigating the campus media toolkit and making Canva templates actually reflect your campus, to writing captions that align with our district's strategic priorities and knowing what moments are worth capturing — we've got you covered. We'll also dive into short form video and wrap up with an open Q&A so you can get answers to the questions you've been too afraid to ask. Come ready to learn, laugh, and leave with tools you can actually use.

Speakers

Kennedy Wyles

Multimedia Specialist, Prosper ISD

Anica Hankey

Thursday July 30, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
1122

District, All Staff

10:00am CDT

Webmaster Training & Best Practices (310)

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

1122

Great campus websites don't happen by accident — they happen because of you. This focused professional learning session provides Campus Webmasters with the tools, tips, and best practices needed to keep their sites accurate, engaging, and up to date. Dive into directory management, homepage highlight design, and content refresh strategies that make a real difference for your campus.

Speakers

Lyndsey Hamlin

Communications, PISD

Christal Hankey

Thursday July 30, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
1122

District, All Staff

1:00pm CDT

Social Media Best Practices for Campus Groups (311)

Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

1122

Managing a social media account for your team, club, or organization is a great way to build community — but it comes with real responsibilities. This session walks teachers, coaches, and program directors through Prosper ISD's social media guidelines, covering everything from account setup and approval to daily posting best practices. You'll leave knowing exactly what to do, what to avoid, and how to represent your program professionally online.

Speakers

Lyndsey Hamlin

Communications, PISD

Kennedy Wyles

Multimedia Specialist, Prosper ISD

Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
1122

District, All Staff

2:00pm CDT

Connecting with Confidence: Parent Communication Strategies (312)

Thursday July 30, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

1122

Join us for a professional learning session designed specifically for coaches and fine arts directors to strengthen our communication with the families we serve. This session will explore best practices for using Prosper ISD's communication platforms — including sports you and other tools in your toolkit — to deliver timely, clear, and consistent messaging to parents. Whether you're navigating game-day updates, performance announcements, or sensitive conversations, this session will give you practical strategies you can use right away. Come ready to learn, share, and ask questions — your voice and experience matter in this conversation.

Speakers

Valerie Little

Executive Director of Student Engagement, Prosper ISD

I currently serve as the Executive Director of Student Engagement supporting the Academic Competitions Department, Fine Arts Department, Athletic Department and over 650 clubs district wide. Next year is my 25th year in public education and I am excited to see what the year brings... Read More →