Governance Camp, Powered by Student Voice

Governance Camp believes that student voice matters and has infused student participation in this unique conference by highlighting the incredible students in our state. We believe that we cannot create the leaders of tomorrow without letting them lead today.

On Friday, breakout sessions will focus on Texas public school students' real-life experiences impacting student achievement and student outcomes. These Student Voice sessions should be presented or co-presented by students about initiatives and programs driven by students or developed by students. The session time is one full hour of content. 

More details about presenting a Student Voice Session can be found on the application itself. Any student under 18 must also complete a parental permission form. 

Submissions for sessions and demonstrations will open November 2024. 

Student Voice Submissions

Encourage your students to lead sessions or hands-on demonstrations on Friday. * (Some expenses are covered.)  

*TASB welcomes all students from diverse communities to participate in these Student Voice activities.

For more information email kathy.dundee@tasb.org

Student Voice Panel and Scholarship Award

A highlight of Governance Camp is the High School Senior Scholarship and panel. Five students will be selected to join us in Galveston and share their unique public-school journey in Texas. Selected students must commit to attend and participate on the panel at the 2025 Governance Camp, March 5-8, 2025, to receive the scholarship. 

Scholarship Application will open November 2024. 

Recipients will receive $1,500 in scholarship monies from our sponsor, Walsh Gallegos.

For more information email cristina.mckee@tasb.org.

Student Attendees

Districts may send up to 10 high school students and two chaperones on Friday FREE of charge. For more information and guidelines for attendance email kathy.dundee@tasb.org.

Thank You To Our Sponsor

Wednesday

4-6 p.m.
Regiception 
(Pick up your packet and visit with friends.)

6-9 p.m. (includes dinner)
Pre-Conference Session

Thursday

7:30-8:30 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast

8:30-9:30 a.m.
General Session

9:45-Noon
Education Sessions 

Noon-1 p.m.
Lunch

1:15-4:45 p.m.
Education Sessions

4:45-5:45 p.m.
Reception

8-10 p.m.
AFTER HOURS sponsored by E3
THE HILTON

Event sponsor E3 is hosting a game-filled fun time with refreshments for attendees and their guests. That’s what Camp is all about: fun times, memory-making, and spending time with your trustee friends from across the state. Head to the Hilton Hotel after dinner for some fun!

Friday

7:30-8:30 a.m. 
Registration and Breakfast

8:30-9:15 a.m.
Student Scholarship Panel

9:30-10:30 a.m.
Student Voice Sessions

10:30-11:15 a.m.
Students Inspired: Demonstrations

11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Student Voice Sessions

12:30-1:15 p.m.
Lunch

1:15 -1:45 p.m.
Students Inspired: Pep Rally

2-3 p.m.
Student Voice Sessions

3:15-4:15 p.m.
Closing Session

Saturday

7-8 a.m.
Breakfast by the Bay                                

8-11 a.m.
Post-Conference Session   

Registration Information

The Galveston Island Convention Center is small enough to keep the feel of being connected that this conference is known for, while offering a relaxed environment for learning and networking. Main events (general sessions, education sessions, student demonstrations, and meals) will take place at the Galveston Island Convention Center. 

The registration fee includes three breakfasts, two lunches, refreshment breaks, receptions, and materials from Wednesday- Saturday.

Students and Chaperones

Districts may send up to ten high school students and two chaperones on Friday, FREE of charge. Find more information on how to register and guidelines for attendance, contact kathy.dundee@tasb.org.

*Students participating in Camp by presenting or exhibiting will receive registration and housing information if their submission is accepted. 

Galveston Island Convention Center

The conference is held at the Galveston Island Convention Center located at 5600 Seawall Blvd. Galveston, TX 77551. 

Housing Information

All reservation requests must be made through Convention Housing Management (CHM) and their housing website. CHM is the official Camp housing coordinator. Housing for Camp will only be available to registered attendees.

In order to receive the CHM housing link, you must first register for Camp.

Provide the below form to your hotel if you are tax exempt:

To modify and/or cancel your hotel reservation, reach out to Convention Housing Management (CHM): 

• Email:  govcamp@chmrooms.com
• Phone: 1-800-941-3315