Leander ISD is celebrating Campus Technologist Appreciation Week alongside National Information Technology Professionals Week from Sept. 16-22. The districtโs campus technologists provide direct technical support every day to nearly 50,000 students and staff members.
“Our campus and district technology support staff genuinely serve and care for the clients they support,โ said Matt Prause, LISD senior director of hardware and software support. โThey regularly go above and beyond to provide solutions and fix technology problems, all while building relationships with campuses. I feel blessed to be able to work with these amazing people!”
LISD campus technologists assist students in taking ownership of their learning by ensuring they have the necessary working technology.
Featured LISD Staff Members
Christie Phenninger, Elementary School Campus Technologist
Meet Christie Phenninger! For the past 12 years, she’s served as a campus technologist at Cypress Elementary School, Grandview Hills Elementary School, and River Place Elementary School. Watching new educators grow into experienced leaders has been a highlight of her journey at Leander ISD.
“All of the knowledge and skills we’ve acquired in the past help us to be confident in learning new technology that keeps coming our way now and in the future,” Phenninger said.
Ignacio Gea Castillo, Help Desk Specialist
Ignacio Gea Castillo serves as a help desk specialist at Leander ISD. Castillo most enjoys serving people by providing timely solutions and information.
“At the end of some calls, people take the time to say ‘thank you’ and that makes me proud of the work I do,” Castillo said.
Joyce Tamez, Middle School Campus Technologist
Joyce Tamez has called Leander Middle School “home” for the past twenty years. As a campus technologist for the school, she strives to create a fun and friendly environment for both students and staff.
“My favorite part about serving as a campus technologist for the district is the culture we have amongst the students and staff at Leander Middle School,” Tamez said. “One word: Family!”
Rudy Rodriquez, High School Campus Technologist
Rudy Rodriquez has served in Leander ISD for 15 years and is currently a campus technologist at Vista Ridge High School. During his time at LISD, he has not only seen significant technological advancements but also inspiring success stories. One moment of pride that stands out to him is watching one of his students follow his path, grow from a learner to a full-time LISD employee in the same role as him, and give back to the next generation of students.
All of #1LISD is thankful to our campus technologists and all our IT professionals for everything they do!
