Educational Technology

The Educational Technology department is dedicated to equipping and empowering learners to thrive in a constantly changing digital world.  This will produce learners who are equipped and empowered with a diverse set of technological and critical thinking skills.

To accomplish this goal, we:

• Work together as a dynamic, collaborative, and cohesive team to integrate technology in all K-12 classrooms 
• Infuse technology tools and techniques to support district instructional goals
• Provide professional development and instructional coaching
• Promote a service-driven environment for our faculty, staff, and students
• Develop, foster, and support relationships within our team and across the district

 

 

 

Dr. Laura Reeves

Director of Educational Technology

Laura Reeves, Director of Educational Technology, has been with Pearland ISD for eleven years. Prior to her promotion, she was the Assistant Director of Educational Technology.  Before coming to Pearland, she worked in various roles for the University of Houston Clear Lake (UHCL) for 10 years. She began as an instructional designer, then was promoted to Web Services Coordinator and became the Associate Director of Web Services. She started her educational career as a kindergarten teacher in Channelview ISD where she discovered her passion for educational technology. She was the first instructional technology specialist for the district. Reeves worked for Channelview ISD for 10 years.

Reeves has a Bachelor of Science from Lamar University, a Master of Science in Instructional Technology from University of Houston-Clear Lake and completed the Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas A&M in December of 2019.

She looks forward to continuing the success of the Educational Technology and Student Data teams, collaborating with teachers, students and staff to promote best practices integrating technology as well as developing and delivering effective solutions to increase engagement within the learning environment.

“The motto that guides me is ‘Implement with Intention’. It’s not the most important to have the latest and cutting-edge technology, but it’s important that the technology we have is leveraged to its fullest extent to provide our students access to a greater learning environment,” Reeves said.

 

Tangila Webb

Learning Technology Administrator

"Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire." --William Butler Yeats 

With a sincere passion for teaching and learning, Tangila Webb serves her community as an Educational Technology Specialist in the Pearland Independent School District. You could say that her love for teaching is in her blood for she is the product of two educators within a family of teachers. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Tangila attended Prairie view A & M University where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. She began her teaching career at Oak Village Middle School in the North Forest Independent School District as a junior high science teacher, and it was during this time that she came to know and believe that teaching is her calling in life. 

During her twelve years as a secondary science teacher, she served as a team leader, department chair and club sponsor. Yet, it was her insatiable desire to continue to grow and learn that segued her into her current vocational position as the administrator of the Canvas learning management system for secondary campuses. In this role she oversees and manages all courses and accounts for all users. Additionally, she has conducted technology trainings and seminars at the local, state, and national level at conferences hosted by Region IV, TCCA (Technology Curriculum Conference of Aldine), the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).   

Throughout her twenty-plus years in education, she has seen much, been involved in much, learned much, and believes in sharing what she has learned with others. Tangila thoroughly enjoys being a resource for all staff and students as they explore the tremendous advantages and challenges of ever-evolving technology! 

 

Elementary Educational Technology Specialists 

Marie Liu

Marie Liu is the Elementary ETS at Cockrell and Shadycrest Elementary. Before coming to Pearland, Marie attended the University of Texas for her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and received her Master’s Degree from Texas State as a Teacher Fellow. She’s taught all subjects for 2nd and 4th grade in Lake Travis ISD and Fort Bend ISD. One of her favorite apps to use is Chatterkids. Marie is also currently a Microsoft Innovative Educator and a Seesaw Ambassador. She’s lived in Sugar Land, TX most of her life. Her family consists of her husband and her one year old puppy, Kiba. They love to travel! Some of their favorite adventures include Taiwan, Iceland, and Moorea. 

 

 

Middle & Junior High Educational Technology Specialists

Denise Figueroa

Denise Figueroa is an Educational Technology Specialist in Pearland ISD. She currently supports Jamison Middle School and Pearland Junior High South. Before beginning her career as an educator, Denise graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Houston. She then began her 12-year journey as a junior high Math & Science teacher in PISD. Her joy of teaching and integrating technology led to the pursuit of a Master of Education Degree in Digital Learning and Leading from Lamar University. 

 

 

High School Educational Technology Specialists

Meagan Charles

Dawson High School

Meagan is the Educational Technology Specialist at Dawson High School. She joined Pearland ISD in 2020 and has been in education for over 10 years.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (BCIS) in Elementary Education from Stephen F. Austin State University, along with a 4-8 Generalist Certification. She also earned a Master’s in Educational Technology from Texas A&M University in 2017.

Prior to Pearland ISD, Meagan was a teacher in Cy-Fair ISD. She taught 7th-grade Language Arts, 6th-grade Math, and served as the Yearbook Sponsor and Teacher for 7th and 8th grades.

Meagan is passionate about learning new technologies and sharing innovative strategies to enhance classroom learning experiences.

 

Dr. Adrienne Smith

Adrienne Smith is a prolific educational technology specialist in Pearland ISD. She is epitomized by creative thinking, brilliant intuition, and insight. As a reputable technology educator with an expertise in explaining complex concepts and processes in a simplistic manner, her commitment towards empowering teachers and students is unwavering. Professionally, she holds Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Microsoft Innovative Educator Master Trainer, and PBS Digital Innovator credentials. 

Dr. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University and obtained her Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. In Spring 2021, she earned a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Houston in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Learning, Design, and Technology.  

Prior to serving with Pearland ISD, Dr. Smith taught high school in Fort Bend ISD for seven years, received her Principal EC-12 certification, and then moved on to working as an Instructional Designer at the University of Houston. She blends both her work experience and educational background to design, analyze, develop, implement, and evaluate the fundamental process and tools which enhance learning and teaching.  

Dr. Smith is also an international author. Two of her published articles, Are Your Students Really Tech-ing? (Texas Computer Education Association) and 4 Ways to Teach Students to Find the Gems in YouTube’s Perilous (International Society for Technology in Education), are well acclaimed by educational practitioners, K-12 administrators, and education experts around the world. 

Ornamented with a self-motivated personality, Dr. Smith prefers to take the extra step in staying unique and reaching her aspirations.  

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