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 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 CTO Academy & Luncheon
Sunday, April 7, 2024
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM US EDT
Early Career and Aspiring EdTech Leader Workshop
Monday, April 8, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM US EDT
Equitable, Innovative Learning Opportunities: Mastering E-rate and Ed Tech Policy
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM US EDT