This summer, the Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED) is pausing traditional events like Summer Software Day, Remote Recess, and Charlas to focus on connection, reflection, and leadership development.

Guided by Love as a Business Strategy, TLED’s “No-Event Summer” Series prioritizes internal team growth while offering opportunities for the Austin Community College (ACC) community to connect.

Mentoring Mondays

TLED leaders will host virtual drop-in sessions on leadership, communication, and team culture. The sessions are open to all employees, and no RSVP is required.

Mondays, from 10–11 a.m., virtually via Zoom
Explore topics and share reflections on the Padlet.

Upcoming topics:

  • June 2: Leading existing teams – Matthew Evins and Dr. Grant Potts
  • June 9: Listening in leadership – Bethany Swoveland and Dr. Theresa Glenn
  • June 16: Horizontal leadership with faculty – Dr. Theresa Glenn and Dr. Sam Greer

Talk-O Tuesdays

TLED is visiting campuses across the district to meet faculty and staff where they are. Join leadership for informal conversations about instructional tools, resources, and support.

Tuesdays, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m., in person
No RSVP is needed to attend. Locations rotate weekly.

Campus schedule:

  • June 3 – Cypress Creek (CYP), Corridor 1100H
  • June 10 – Eastview (EVC), Room 8358
  • June 17 – Elgin (EGN), Room 1107
  • June 24 – South Austin (SAC), Room 1120
  • July 1 – Hays (HYS), Room 1132.04
  • July 8 – Northridge (NRG), Room 1113
  • July 15 – Rio Grande (RGC), Room 1103
  • July 22 – Round Rock (RRC), Common Area
  • July 29 – San Gabriel (SGC), Room 1107/1118.08
  • August 5 – Riverside (RVS), Building G, El Centro

Dates and locations are subject to change. Ask your campus manager for updates, or view the full blog post for the most recent information.

Internal Weekly Rhythms

To support balance and connection within the division, TLED is also implementing:

  • Working Wednesdays: Meeting-free time for focused work
  • Thoughtful Thursdays: Weekly moments for team reflection
  • Fitness Fridays: Opportunities for movement and morale

This intentional shift is about investing in what matters most: relationships, leadership, and purpose. Visit the TLED Faculty Events Calendar for details and follow TLED on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for updates.