2025 State of Education

Wednesday, August 27, 2025
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location
Bush Convention Center
105 N. Main Street, Midland, TX 79701

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Why attend?

Attending the State of Education Luncheon provides a unique opportunity to engage with key stakeholders in the educational community, including educators, administrators, policymakers, and business leaders.

The State of Education typically features insightful presentations and discussions on emerging trends and innovative practices. Attending will give you a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the education system today and how various initiatives and policies are shaping the future of learning.

Attending the luncheon demonstrates your commitment to supporting and improving education in your community. Your presence signals that you value education and are willing to contribute to the dialogue on enhancing the learning experience for students.

You can help advocate for positive changes and initiatives that benefit schools, teachers, and students by staying informed and involved. The luncheon serves as a catalyst for collective action, inspiring attendees to work together toward advancing education and ensuring that every student has access to high-quality learning opportunities.

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Schedule

11:00 AM
Doors Open + Lunch Service Begins

11:30 AM
Program Begins

1:00 PM
Dismissal

PANELISTS

Shannon Torres

Executive Director

Education Partnership of the Permian Basin

Sara Burleson

Trustee, District 6

Midland ISD School Board

Andra Jones

Executive Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Permian Basin

Amber Davidson

Community Volunteer & Advocate

MODERATOR

Jessica McCoy

Director of Community and Instruction

COM Aquatics

As a Division I scholarship swimmer at Southern Methodist University, Jessica double majored while competing at the highest level. This experience deepened her understanding of what it takes to create equitable environments where all students can thrive, regardless of background or socioeconomic status.

She later earned her Master’s in Education in Kinesiology, specializing in Sports Management from the University of Texas at Austin, further strengthening her expertise in curriculum design and youth sports leadership.

Jessica is widely recognized for her emotionally intelligent teaching style and her unwavering commitment to accessible, high-quality instruction. She has led the development of innovative programs that serve families across West Texas and is a trusted voice in community health, education, and youth advocacy. You can follow her work on her podcast, Raising Midland, which was developed to connect parents in the Permian to local resources and activities within the area.