Partnering With Purpose (PWP) & Service Is Our Signature (SIOS)
The Core Values Committee was created to reflect and reinforce the foundational principles that guide TTAO’s work. We are thrilled to promote two key initiatives which exemplifies our Core Values of Education and Service:
Partnering With Purpose (PWP)
The primary goal of PWP is to expand Professional Development opportunities for Texas Theatre Arts teachers. The committee’s aim is to host one PWP event per region each school year, coordinated by committee members and supported by TTAO members across the state.
Given the size and diversity of Texas, localized opportunities are essential. Regional events allow theatre educators to connect, share expertise, and grow together — strengthening our community one region at a time.
Regional PWP Conferences and Coordinators
Region 1
Ft. Worth ISD
Saturday, November 8 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
I.M. Terrell Academy, Fort Worth, Texas
Registration Deadline: November 1 Coordinators: Jill Ludington & Cindy Couch
Questions-Nicholas Morris-c.nicholas.morris@fwisd.org
Register Here
Amarillo ISD – Tascosa High School
Saturday, December 6 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tascosa High School, Amarillo, Texas
Registration Deadline: November 15
Coordinators: Cy Scroggins & Cindy Couch
Questions- Cindy Couch- cindycouch09@gmail.com
Register Here
Region 3
East Houston Area
Saturday, November 8 | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
11433 E. Sam Houston Pkwy N
Registration Deadline: November 1 Coordinator: Frank Chuter
Questions:-Frank Chuter-frank_chuter@me.com
Register Here
Plans are in place to host additional free professional development workshops in Regions 2 and 4 — stay tuned for updates!
Additional Information:
All professional development sessions are free of charge.
Educators are welcome to attend any regional workshop, regardless of home region.
Sessions are designed for both middle school and high school directors.
Workshops are presented by TTAO members and cover a range of topics, from OAP 101 to Navigating Adjudicators’ Evaluation Documents.
The Core Values Committee is seeking regional coordinators for upcoming PWP events and volunteers to serve as presenters. Contact Jill Ludington at jnjpurpose@gmail.com or Cindy Couch at cindycouch09@gmail.com to get involved.
Service Is Our Signature (SIOS)
Now in its third year, Service Is Our Signature continues to grow! This initiative encourages TTAO members to serve UIL Title I participating schools and those with new directors. By sharing expertise, offering feedback, and modeling best practices, our members uphold the TTAO Core Value of Service — helping every director and student theatre program thrive.
Director Sign up: Here
TTAO Adjudicator-Find a school and sign up to service: Here
Together We Grow Stronger
Through Partnering With Purpose and Service Is Our Signature, the TTAO Core Values Committee is building a stronger, more connected community of theatre educators across Texas.
Let’s continue to educate, serve, and inspire — together.
