TASB Risk Management Services to Present at TASA Midwinter

Austin - TASB Risk Management Services staff will lead multiple educational sessions at the 2026 TASA Midwinter Conference, held January 25-28 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. The sessions will share practical strategies and insights to strengthen campus security, defend against cybercrime, and make strategic coverage decisions.

Risk Management That Pays Off: Strategies for Financial Impact
Tuesday, January 27
10:15-11:15 a.m.
Room 301B
This session explores risk management considerations that directly affect a school district's bottom line: workers’ compensation, liability, cyber risk, school safety, and property claims. Learn how planning and prevention can reduce incidents, lower claim costs, and protect your organization’s financial health. Whether you're managing budgets or overseeing operations, this high-level overview will show how strategic risk management can deliver measurable returns and long-term savings.

Presenter: Janina Flores, Risk Solutions Division Director, Texas Risk Management Services

Who You Gonna Call? Cybersecurity Response 101
Tuesday, January 27
1-2 p.m.
Room 220
An estimated 82% of schools experienced a cyber event between July 2023 and December 2024. This session prepares attendees to act swiftly and confidently in a cyber crisis. Attendees will learn how to build a Cybersecurity Annex, complete critical response actions in the first 48 hours, engage legal and forensic experts, and integrate cybersecurity into emergency plans. 

Presenter: Kendra Estes, Risk Management Resources Manager, Texas Risk Management Services

From Concept to Commission: Key Considerations for Creating a School Police Department
Tuesday, January 27
2:15-3:15 p.m.
Room 220
District leaders must balance cost, control, recruitment, and state compliance when structuring armed security. This session outlines key factors in creating and sustaining a police department, such as recruiting officers suited for schools, equipping personnel, and defining roles to avoid mission creep. Participants will review the TCOLE application process and strategies for engaging boards, staff, and parents. District leaders will leave prepared to recommend the right security model for their community.

Presenter: Andy Michael, School Safety & Security Consultant, Texas Risk Management Services