Former CTO
(Formerly) Calcasieu Parish Public Schools
Spring, Texas
Sheryl is a distinguished educator and visionary leader in EdTech, renowned for her transformative impact in edtech. With a Ph.D. in Educational Administration and Leadership, her illustrious four-decade career includes roles as a teacher/librarian/principal/professor, and CTO for the Calcasieu Parish Public School System. As an ISTE Certified Educator, Certified Cybersecurity Rubric Evaluator, and Facilitator for the CoSN Early Career K12 CTO Academy, she exemplifies excellence in educational leadership. Her influence extends to national educational policies through her contributions to the USDOE’s NETP. She is a sought-after speaker at prestigious conferences worldwide. Her exceptional contributions have earned her numerous accolades, such as Naional Coalition for Technology in Education & Training (NCTET) Founders Award, CoSN Seymore Papert Lifetime Achievement Award and ISTE Public Policy Advocate of the Year. A prolific author, she continues to shape the future of EdTech with her insightful publications and thought leadership. Dr. Abshire stands as a beacon of innovation and inspiration for the next generation of EdTech leaders.
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Early Career Academy & Luncheon
Sunday, March 30, 2025
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PT
Early Career and Aspiring EdTech Leader Briefing
Monday, March 31, 2025
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PT
Empowering IT Leaders: Education Policy and E-Rate Insights
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT
The Savvy Edtech Leader: Boost Influence and Elevate Your Career
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT