Jim “The Law Dawg” Walsh and Haley Turner will hit the Texas highways in September, bringing you the annual school law updates you need to get the new school year started off right.
Don’t want to travel? No problem: There’s a virtual option, too!
Jim Walsh and Haley Turner of Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson and Roalson will be at FOUR great locations to cover your essential Back to School content: hot topics, recent court cases, and fresh guidance on the current legal issues that you need to be aware of to do your job well this coming school year.
Register your full leadership team: administrators, counselors, special education staff, school board members, and central office team. This workshop is for everyone!
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Dates & Locations
New Braunfels – Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center
Richardson – Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
Region 10 ESC
Or watch online from October 7th, 2024 – December 23rd, 2024
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Testimonials
“I could listen to law updates all the livelong day. What I especially appreciate is how nuanced the explanations are and how relevant the examples feel.”
Shelly Holmes, Assistant Principal in Allen ISD
“I look forward to this training every year. I think they do a great job of keeping us updated on the latest legislative changes and court guidance.”
Ryan Coleman, Assistant Superintendent in Van Alstyne ISD
“It was a great day of learning. The content was relevant and pertinent; the presenters were knowledgeable and engaging. I appreciate the annual opportunity to have such important information presented by the best in the field.”
Christy Hirsh, Director of Student & Administrative Services in Highland Park ISD
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This Year’s Speakers
Jim Walsh
Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson and Roalson
Jim Walsh graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1975. In 1983, he was one of the three lawyers who founded the firm now known as Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson and Roalson. From the beginning the focus of the firm was on serving public schools—helping the people who help the kids.
In his career of over 40 years, Jim has provided training to all of the Education Service Centers in Texas, numerous statewide organizations, and hundreds of school districts. He is the co-author of The Educator’s Guide to Texas School Law, which is used as a textbook in many higher education programs. He has also authored The Common Sense Guide to Special Education Law. He was the longtime author of the popular “Law Dawg” column in the Texas School Administrators’ Legal Digest and currently produces a daily digital blog, The Law Dawg’s Ed Daily. (www.edlawdawg.com). He has taught school law at Texas State, Baylor and St. Edwards Universities.
Jim is a former member of the Board of Directors for the national Council of School Attorneys. In 2017 he was recognized by his peers in the School Law Section of the State Bar with the Kelly Frels Lifetime Achievement Award.
Hayley Turner
Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson and Roalson
Haley Turner comes from three generations of public educators – teachers, counselors, nurses, coaches, and administrators – and grew up hearing about every aspect of the issues facing public schools. A third generation Baylor Bear, Haley’s roots have influenced her decision to dedicate her practice to public education.
Haley prides herself in providing practical, results driven counsel, and believes the most effective way to assist public schools is to help build relationships between Superintendents, Boards, and the communities they serve. To that end, Haley’s practice focuses on employment and student issues, governance and crisis management and preventative training.
Haley has worked hard to become a highly sought-after speaker at school law conferences and frequently provides training in all areas of school law. She particularly enjoys providing interactive professional development and team building experiences for districts all across the state.
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