TCCA Highlights: Ep. 117-127

In this episode, I chat with Claudio Zavala while at TCCA. He tells us how he dove into content creation and how his love for Adobe products took his content and career to the next level. This is episode 1 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho!   This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That’s why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what’s going on. And don’t rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home.  To learn more, visit http://www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer. Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg Connect With Claudio Zavala Claudio’s Website: https://iamclaudius.com/ Claudio Zavala on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiozavalajr/ Claudio Zavala on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaudioZavalaJr Claudio Zavala on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claudiozavalajr Claudio Zavala on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IAmClaudius

In this episode, I chat with Tania Gonzalez while at TCCA. She shares her love for bilingual education and love for homemade flour tortillas. This is episode 2 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Tania Gonzalez Mrs. T Gonzalez is a Bilingual Educator from the Beautiful Rio Grande Valley in Texas. This Educator ignites a Passion for technology in her classroom and challenges her Students to be Creative. Tania enjoys exploring all Edu-Tech platforms to motivate her students to break barriers in their community and become productive members of society.  Connect With Tania Tania’s Website: https://bio.link/mrstgonzalez Tania on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrsTGonzalez?t=_sd_2vVyQX5R_kq7n5_y-A&s=09

In this episode, I chat with Mary Dowd and Chad Sanchez while at TCCA. They share a bit about how they are helping build literacy through gaming. This is episode 3 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Chad Sanchez Chad has been in education since 2015 mostly as an ELA teacher with a focus in tech integration and student engagement. He’s also worked as a Teacher Development Specialist, and is now a Media Specialist. He enjoys building relationships and finding ways for students to have authentic learning experiences. Connect With Chad Chad on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chadbron4113?t=pRORpxtL29V-sNLB6Eb_Rg&s=09 Chad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chad_san13/?hl=en Connect With Mary Mary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaryDow77927529

In this episode, I chat with Chris Ortiz while at TCCA. He shares his story and the importance of the story behind all of us. This is episode 3 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg Connect With Chris Chris’ Website: https://coachortiz.com Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeSomeone09 Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisortiz3946/?hl=en The Be Someone Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-be-someone-podcast/id1332785619 The Be Someone Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7gPLlY2RZDXPeS1pMsqDN0?si=NjuWYFWDRCmtj3szU4TQNw

In this episode, I chat with Jeni Long and Sallee Clark AKA, Jeanallee while at TCCA. We chat about their conference experience and how their sessions helped bring magic to TCCA.This is episode 5 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Jenallee Together, Jeni Long and Sallee Clark, are known as ""Jenallee"". This dynamic duo has served collectively in education for 40+ years and are currently serving as Innovation Leaders with Castleberry ISD. Jenallee creates content to empower educators with technology tools that enhance learning on their YouTube show, TikTok channel, blog, and Twitter accounts. Jenallee published their first book with Elevate Books EDU, The Microsoft Teams Playbook, in 2021 and they are collaborating authors on the EduMatch book, Amplify Learning: A Global Collaborative. In addition, Jenallee was recently awarded the Top 30 2022 EdTech Influencer Award by EdTech K-12 Magazine. "   Connect With Jenallee Jenallee’s Website: https://www.thejenalleeshow.com Jenallee on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jenallee1 Jenallee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenalleeshow/ Jenallee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJenalleeShow/ Jenallee’s Bitly: bit.ly/jenallee

In this episode, I chat with fellow educator and foodie, Zelda Morgan. We chat career and technology education and the local hidden gems to eat at while in H-Town.This is episode 6 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg Connect With Zelda Zelda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Zelda_Morgan

In this episode, I chat with Fely and Omar Lopez while at TCCA. We chat about how they help connect the dots with our bilingual students.They are a power couple from the Rio Grande Valley in Texas (where mountains go to die). This is episode 7 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Fely and Omar Lopez Omar and Fely are two educators in the Rio Grande Valley in deep South Texas who advocate actively for bilingual education and equity in the classroom. They've been married for over two decades and have two very talented boys. Fely is currently an Educator Innovation Lead at Microsoft Flip and Omar is an Instructional Technology Specialist at Region One ESC. As former English learners, their work is driven by helping teachers design learning experiences that are inclusive and engaging.    Connect With Fely and Omar Lopez Fely On Twitter: https://twitter.com/FelyTeachnology Omar On Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmarLopez0207

In this episode, I chat with Alberto and Mario AKA The eTwinz while at TCCA. We chat what’s new for the eTwinz since their move from Utah back to Spain. We also discuss the cultural food differences In Spain and The United States. This is episode 8 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Alberto and Mario Alberto and Mario, known as the eTwinz, are award-winning educators and international speakers originally from Spain. The eTwinz have presented at many conferences and events around the world sharing their expertise to help teachers transform their practice. In 2021, The EdTech Magazine (CDW) included the eTwinz in the "30 K-12 IT Influencers to follow in 2021”. In 2022, the eTwinz were recognized by ISC in their big data research “Top 75 Edruptors of 2021” including them among the 75 most influential educators around the world.    Connect With Alberto and Mario eTwinz Website: http://www.etwinz.com eTwinz On Twitter: https://twitter.com/eTwinzEDU eTwinz On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etwinzedu/ eTwinz On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eTwinz/ eTwinz On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUmoyaobU8aJbSoMtILpAvw

In this episode, I chat with Amy Storer and Dyann Wilson AKA The Tech Care Twins while at TCCA. We chat their educational journey and what’s new on the horizon. This is episode 9 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Amy Storer Amy is a Lead Learning Guide at friEdTechnology, Google Certified Educator and Trainer, Microsoft Certified Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer, and a Microsoft Global Mentor. She is a distinguished educator that encourages and motivates others to reach far beyond the classroom walls to make learning more meaningful and inspiring. She has a true passion for purposeful technology integrations, meaningful PD, and global connections.  About Dyann Wilson Dyann Wilson is a school counselor at Brabham Middle School in Willis ISD.  She loves sharing how to meaningfully integrate technology into school counseling programs. Her real job is that of a mother and wife.  When she is not busy creating tech crazy ideas for her campus, she is a wanderer with her family in their RV.  Their goal is to explore all the state parks in Texas!  Connect With Amy Storer Amy On Twitter: https://twitter.com/techamys Amy On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techamys/ Amy On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/techamys Connect With Dyann Wilson Dyann On Twitter: https://twitter.com/techCAREWilson Dyann On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techcarewilson Dyann On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyann.carney

In this episode, I chat with Scott Nunes while at TCCA. We chat his educational journey and how it took him to the world of Canva and Texas! This is episode 10 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Scott Nunes Scott Nunes is an energetic ELA Teacher turned Edtech Coach now Consultant, Podcaster, and Influencer.  Scott builds on his 20+ years as a freelance Graphic Designer to bring real world relevance to classrooms around the world. When he isn’t busy podcasting (Education Today) he can be found sharing on Twitter (@MrNunesTeach). Scott is all about building relationships and uplifting teacher and student voices while advocating for belonging, choice, and creating positive work cultures that empower stakeholders to achieve a unifying vision.   Connect With Scott Nunes Scott On Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrNunesteach Scott On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iammredtech/ Scott On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrnunesteach

In this episode, I chat with Tisha Poncio while at TCCA. We chat her transition from working for a school district to now working for Wakelet. This is episode 11 of 11 that was recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for 11 days so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho! Connect With Gabriel Carrillo EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg About Tisha Poncio Tisha Poncio, M.S. Learning Technologies, served in public education for 21 years as a classroom teacher and a digital learning specialist. She has presented at numerous educational technology conferences across the nation and in her home state of Texas speaking about student leadership, student autonomy, digital citizenship for all ages, and meaningful technology integration. She is currently serving as a Digital Learning Specialist for Wakelet!    Connect With Tisha Poncio Tisha On Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/txtechchick Tisha On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaponcio Tisha On Wakelet: https://www.wakelet.com/tishaponcio Wakelet On YouTube: https://t.co/nGZcnsx1zK