Janet is an educational technology consultant specializing in technology integration, AI, BYOD implementations, interactive whiteboard technologies and mobile learning devices. She has over 30 years experience as a classroom teacher and instructional technology coordinator in Texas public schools and has also been an adjunct education professor at a local university. Her passion for assisting educators learn new strategies for successfully integrating technology into their curriculum has provided her with many opportunities to present at national, state and local conferences and in school districts throughout the United States. She has co-authored four books on technology integration and professional development. Janet served in various positions for the Texas Computer Education Association Board of Directors for several years and was awarded ISTE’s Making It Happen award given to leaders in educational technology.
Wherever she presents, Janet love to have fun, and it shows in every professional presentation she gives. For her, it's more than just a process, it's a calling. Her trainings take the fear out of integrating technology across the curriculum, meeting the needs of the beginner to the most advanced user.
As a former classroom teacher assigned to integrate technology at the campus and district levels, Janet understands the specific needs of educators. Traveling and presenting at conventions and schools throughout the United States has broadened her viewpoint, as she works with educators from every demographic.
Janet was awarded the 2013 ISTE Making It Happen Award for Texas. She has been selected one of ISTE's (NECC) Best of the Best. Janet has presented at other large conventions including TCEA, OETC, LACUE, NMSA, NYSCATE, CUE and more. She also provides professional development for school districts and Education Service Centers throughout the US.