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Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This online course is for NEW TCMPC users, focusing on the major course components and their uses in planning standards-based instruction. Participants will learn about the TEKS Clarification Document, Year at a Glance, Vertical Alignment Document, TEKS Verification Document, and Instructional Focus Document. Additionally, users will be shown TCMPC resources available to teachers. Practical tips and suggestions for the use of each will be provided.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this online course, teachers will identify the two major components of effective teaching and describe how TEKS RS Partner Resources such as Implementing TEKS RS and TExGUIDE support the creation of high-quality lesson plans. Participants will explore the connection between TCMPC and the components of TEKS RS Partner Resources. Finally, participants will be able to explain the benefit of planning using the backwards design approach and create a high-quality lesson plan using TEKS RS Partner Resources.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This online course will focus on how to register within the NEW TEKS RS platform, navigate to the major components, and leverage the interactive organizational functionalities for curriculum management.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Underachieving students have a significant gap between their ability and what they produce and achieve in the classroom. Participants will look at various strategies to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Participants will research online sites, answer forum questions, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments by the deadline to receive credit. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
225
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
What if one great question could unlock deeper thinking in every student? In this one-hour session, discover how powerful higher-order questions can spark curiosity, ignite critical thinking, and enrich classroom conversations. You’ll explore what defines a higher-order question, how to evaluate cognitive demand, and walk away with practical strategies for crafting questions that elevate engagement and deepen learning across content areas. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
The Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students provides accountability standards and guidance to Texas school districts in meeting the unique needs of gifted and talented students. This one-hour online course highlights key updates, clarifies revised terminology, and helps educators align their practices with updated accountability and exemplary standards. Join us to stay current with the 2024 updates to the State Plan! This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Do you have students who are both highly gifted and perhaps struggle with behaviors such as meltdowns, difficulty connecting with peers, or task avoidance? Join us for this 1-hour course to explore the distinct challenges faced by twice-exceptional children and uncover valuable perspectives and strength-based strategies for understanding, supporting and advocating for these exceptional learners. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
This On-Demand course will cover the data elements required and the reports available in TSDS for the RF Tracker Core Collection. This course will cover how to use the validation tool, how to load RF Tracker data to the ODS, and how to approve the submission. $35 fee, waived for Region 7 Funding & Accountability Coop Members.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Transportation Office
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Transportation Office
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Transportation Office
School Bus Driver Safety Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 20 hours initial training to bus drivers. This training will provide driver safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $150.00. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Palestine ISD - Palestine H S
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Administration
Year two of the Advanced Training for the Dyslexia Therapist Training program will use Take Flight: A Comprehensive Intervention for Students with Dyslexia developed by Texas Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas. This training is designed for teachers of students with dyslexia using proven intervention techniques that align with the Dyslexia Handbook (2024). Training will focus on the following topics: Multisensory remedial techniques, research in dyslexia, educational identification of dyslexia, conducting parent meetings teacher training, and ethical guidelines for professionals. Participants for advanced training must have successfully completed the Introductory Year. To register you will need to contact Wendy Marshall by email at wmarshall@esc7.net and attach a purchase order to the email 2 weeks prior to workshop date or you will be dropped from the course.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $60 per person
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 3-day training is a prerequisite for Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) evaluators. This AEL training will focus on the tenets of instructional leadership and will provide opportunities for application. AEL training aims to provide practical and relevant examples from the field of education with a balance of research. Participants will explore the five interlocking themes of educational leadership and seven interwoven strands of effective soft skills through scaffolded activities and opportunities for reflection and networking.
Max Participants:
24
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Edgewood ISD - More than one campus
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This is an in-district workshop for Edgewood ISD only.****
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Bring computer science and computational thinking to your elementary classroom with Launch_K5, a 3-day hybrid workshop for K-5 educators. This training aligns with the new Tech Apps TEKS for the 2024-2025 school year and integrates computational thinking, computer science, cyber security, and AI into your curriculum. You’ll receive both unplugged and plugged lessons and learn block-based coding and physical computing. Participants MUST attend all three days (2 in-person, 1 asynchronous) to receive credit. Day 1 covers foundational concepts. Day 2 training is split into grade bands; K-2 (June 3) and 3-5 (June 4). You will be registered for the appropriate grade band training once you have completed Day 1. The online course can be completed at your convenience after Day 2 but MUST be completed by August 31. Upon completion, you’ll receive a CPE certificate from the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) at The University of Texas at Austin. You will NOT receive workshop credit from Region 7 ESC for this training. K-2 educators will receive 2 VEX robots, and 3-5 educators will receive 10 Micro:bit kits. This workshop is open exclusively to K-5 teachers. Register now to enhance your teaching toolkit!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Empower your team to lead a smooth and impactful implementation with this intensive two-day workshop. Designed for leaders within LASO grant recipient organizations, this program dives deep into the critical planning elements for maximizing your new system's potential.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Administration
The following requirements must be met prior to participation in Module 2- 1. The district's designated Principal Manager or DCSI has completed Module 0 - TIL Induction / Learning Readiness 2. The district has designated a core leadership team (principal manager, principal, and another campus leader) that commits to ongoing face-to-face leader training, implementation support, and principal manager coaching. 3. The district has signed a Customized Service Agreement with Region 7. This leader cohort will focus on: Effective teacher internalization of high-quality instructional materials leads to high-quality, impactful instruction that is grounded in research-based instructional strategies. The purpose of the TIL Materials Internalization and Alignment training is to build the capacity of school leaders to invest and coach teachers in the effective internalization of HQIM units and lessons. Across two days of leader training, leaders will learn what the research says about the importance of using HQIM and establishing strong internalization practices, how to effectively internalize units and lessons in ELAR, Math, and Foundational Reading Skills, as well as how to create the conditions for success with strong implementation and support of teachers. In this training, leaders will dig into the positive impact high-quality instructional materials have on students, teachers, and school systems when paired with professional development for teachers in how to use their curriculum products. They will then learn about and practice using internalization protocols for units and lessons using sample curriculum products for K-5 math, ELAR, and foundational reading skills. Finally, leaders will learn the characteristics of an effective professional learning community, and leverage coaching guides to plan for and establish the systems that will support ongoing teacher professional development focused on the successful implementation of high-quality instructional materials. They will get the chance to practice planning development at the weekly and monthly level to ensure teachers have the time and space to plan for instruction.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lindale ISD - Administration
In this session, we will dive deeply into a set of best practices that should be present in any math classroom, regardless of instructional materials.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop designed to explore and implement instructional strategies inspired by the renowned educational researcher, Robert Marzano. This make-and-take workshop will empower educators with practical techniques to enhance student learning and achievement. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, this workshop promises to invigorate your instructional practices and positively impact student outcomes. Participants will receive a copy of The New Classroom Instruction That Works: The Best Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
14
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you stressed about IDEA-B Maintenance of Effort (MOE)? Join us to learn more. What functions are included in calculations? What about program intent codes (PIC)s? How do I calculate to determine my LEA level of effort/compliance? What exceptions, and why should I submit them? We will walk through the process and share resources for proactive budget planning and documentation. Collaboration time will be provided in the afternoon. This workshop is designed specifically for Special Education Directors and business managers. Participants will be able to attend this workshop virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Seeing your culture reflected in literature is a motivating force for all learners; it also helps them imagine their place in the world. Quality books can be an effective way to promote diversity, encourage young people to read, and shine a spotlight on authors who represent your student demographic. Come be a part of this journey where we'll explore texts through each of these lenses.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Looking for ways to teach history through an inquiry approach? Looking for strategies to engage students with primary sources and historical thinking? Document-based questions (DBQs) are often used as a way to assess a student's historical and analytical thinking skills and argumentative writing abilities. DBQs can also be used to teach historical content, literacy, and thinking skills in a student-centered approach. This workshop will take teachers through all the steps of the DBQ process in a lively, interactive way, providing strategies and approaches for teaching with DBQs to all students.
Max Participants:
26
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Dyslexia evaluation requires multiple sources of data, including the potential use of norm-referenced assessments. This workshop will examine how the Tests of Dyslexia can fit within a comprehensive dyslexia evaluation. Participants will need access to the TOD test kit during the workshop as well as one copy of each record form, as these resources will be critical to our learning activities.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Malcolm Rector Center for Advanced Careers & Innovation
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Join us as we explore aspects of a student-centered classroom using Kaplan's elements of depth and complexity to engage gifted students. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics may be taken in any order. This workshop is being held at Nacogdoches ISD. Members of the Region 7 G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package are eligible to attend, space permitting.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Whitehouse ISD - More than one campus
Join us for an in-person book study based on Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom by Peter Liljedahl and Maegan Giroux. We’ll dive into powerful practices that nurture deep thinking, collaborative problem solving, and student agency in K–5 math classrooms. Participants will engage in discussions, explore classroom-ready tasks, and reflect on practical ways to apply the book’s ideas in their own settings. Books will be available for many participants, with priority given to early registrants. We’re excited to offer books to the first 30 who sign up across both sessions, while supplies last. This workshop is for Whitehouse ISD only. If you are interested in this session for your campus or district please contact (hkleinmann@esc7.net) Heather Kleinmann.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 PM
Location: Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 PM
Location: Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront
Leadership Training
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - More than one campus
This session will focus on preparing stations for the first semester. We will focus on fact fluency, current content in the scope and sequence, and review stations for standards that are key for students to master. Participants will learn the process of creating stations with the help of the TEKS Resouce System and other resources available at their campuses and leave with high-impact and low-preparation stations to begin the year. This session is for Rusk ISD. If you would like to request this training or a similar training contact Sherry Morton (Secondary) or Heather Plaisance (Elementary) at the following email addresses: smorton@esc7.net or hplaisance@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
This comprehensive course will guide SFAs to establish an effective foundation in certification and benefit issuance policies and procedures using class discussion and hands-on activities. We recommend bringing a laptop device, access to your eligibility determination system, and your state-application log-in information to view the SFA's application on file with TDA. Objectives: • Identify the 9 foundational benefit issuance processes that should be reviewed, revised, and implemented each year prior to reviewing applications. • Practice determining eligibility benefits. • Understand the documentation that will be requested during an Administrative Review to ensure compliance with program standards. Outline steps in the verification process including required reporting.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: UT Tyler University Academy - UT TYLER INNOVATION ACADEMY
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This is an in-district workshop for UT Tyler Innovation Academy only.****
Max Participants:
95
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
In an era where scientific literacy is paramount, this workshop emphasizes the need for educators to cultivate students' scientific thinking. Through engaging activities and insightful discussions, this workshop will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to inspire a lifelong love for science in your students, while honing their skills in scientific thinking and the engineering design process. This workshop will count as a G/T 6-Hour Update.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Join us for an engaging professional development workshop designed specifically for teachers who want to deepen their students' understanding of literature through writing. This interactive session will explore effective strategies for integrating writing into literature discussions, enabling students to think critically and express their insights about texts in a logical, coherent essay.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
In this session, campus leadership teams will learn how to develop strong systems for regular observation of teachers and provide timely feedback. Through practice-based professional development and implementation support, campus and district leaders will learn Paul Bambrick-Santoyo's protocol to guide effective instructional practices in every classroom. Leaders will learn how to guide teachers to see a model of success, name a bite-sized action step, and take immediate action that supports growth and development. Participants in the Observation Feedback Cohort will engage in Face to Face Training, Implementation Support, and Principal Supervisor Coaching Sessions. **Participants will be registered after Region 7 receives a signed Customized Service Agreement naming all leaders engaging in training** If you need to register for this cohort but do not currently have a Customized Service Agreement, please contact Melissa Goulden.
Max Participants:
90
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adult, child, and infant. 1. Learners will gain ability to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Ethical and legal issues are faced daily by school counselors. In this session, counselors will work through many ethical dilemmas as well as learn how to assist students from diverse backgrounds while maintaining the ethical standards defined in the TEA Educator Code of Ethics.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
6
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Maintenance Hall
Explore effective strategies for developing early writing skills in Pre-K learners using the Texas Pre-K Guidelines. This training equips educators with practical tools to guide children from scribbling to writing with intention and meaning. Create a supportive, joyful learning environment that inspires young writers to express themselves with confidence. This training is for Head Start Teachers only.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Have you wondered what resources are available to meet the specific needs of your migratory students? Do you have questions about the identification and recruitment process? Have you had issues or concerns while working with migratory students and families? At times, have you ever asked, “Who can I go to for help?” Your Region 7 Migrant Team is here to answer your questions and partner with you about all things Migrant! Join us for Migrant Moments! This virtual two-hour interactive time is the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the migrant program and receive pertinent information regarding the Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and the needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Much of the thinking done in schools today emphasizes the skills of analysis - finding the best and correct answer. However, there is another kind of thinking that focuses on exploring ideas, generating possibilities, and looking for many right answers rather than just one. Explore strategies to help students learn to think creatively to solve problems. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Maintenance Hall
This professional development course helps Head Start teachers learn how to use technology in the classroom in ways that are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with Head Start’s goals. Teachers will discover how to use technology to improve teaching, involve families, and support children’s learning. By the end of the course, participants will have practical tools and strategies to use technology in ways that encourage curiosity, teamwork, and a love of learning in their students. This training is for Head Start Teachers Only.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Hop into the exciting world of EcoLand Teacher Certification, where adventure awaits our Head Start, Pre-K, ECSE, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 teachers! Join us for a “ribbit-ing” experience as we prepare you for the ultimate journey at EcoLand with your students. Our training is not just a requirement; it's a leap into a world of possibilities! During this lively session, you'll become a certified EcoLand expert, learning the ins and outs of the facility, getting the lowdown on enrollment details, and diving into interactive, hands-on activities that align seamlessly with Pre-K Guidelines and TEKS standards. But wait, there's more! Keeping your certification up to date is a breeze – simply join us for an annual visit with your class to maintain your EcoLand guru status. It's not just training; it's a perpetual adventure! Ready to make a splash in the world of education? Jump on board for EcoLand Teacher Certification – where learning and fun go hand-in-hand!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - Administration
Whether you are a veteran or a newbie, we all want the same thing...a successful school year! Let’s embark on a journey of success as we cruise into the school year with practical ideas to address the climate and culture of your classroom and systems and procedures for classroom management. This workshop is designed for every grade level and situation. This workshop is for Rusk ISD ONLY and will be at the Rusk ISD Training Center.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
9
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Participants will learn how to determine staffing needs based upon student choice requests and student PGP’s. Once staffing needs are determined, participants will work through the process of how to build a master schedule of classes based upon the needs of the students and ensure they have the appropriate staff. This training will be a full day of hands-on practical solving of master schedule conflicts! This workshop is recommended for your staffing and scheduling team. Recommended team members include the principal, lead counselor, and the person who enters the schedule into your scheduling software.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Bullard ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages.**
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
The Region 7 Shared Service Arrangement (SSA) membership is coming together to meet the needs of our Emergent Bilingual students. Let's work together on assessing the needs of your EB programs and how our team can support. Join us for this collaboration meeting for guidance, reminders, and support on specific Title III requirements and responsibilities for program implementation. We'll cover topics such as Parent, Family & Community Engagement requirements and dig into data to determine the best use of funds.
Max Participants:
130
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Regional meeting of the East Texas TASBO Affiliate
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Gladewater Middle
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
This year's Summit will feature Jeffrey Yarbrough, a 27-year police and army veteran. Chief Jeffrey D. Yarbrough was sworn in as chief of the Hutto (Texas) Police Department in April 2022. He is an experienced, innovative, and transformational servant leader who recognizes the value of others and inspires them to reach their fullest potential. Attendees can look forward to an engaging agenda, including hands-on workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities aimed at sharing best practices and cutting-edge technologies through vendors. The summit’s goal is to leave participants not only informed but empowered, ensuring they return to their schools with actionable tools and strategies that surpass traditional safety standards. This event promises to be a critical opportunity to foster collaboration and set a new benchmark for school safety in Region 7 schools—one where expectations are not just met but exceeded. TCOLE Credit will be available for Law Enforcement!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Tree ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This training is an in-district workshop for Pine Tree ISD only will take place at Pine Tree ISD Community Center, 1701 Pine Tree RD., Longview, Texas 75605.****
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
This training program is intended for new and aspiring school nutrition program managers and directors with five years or less experience. Lessons provide an overview of school nutrition programs, define the role and responsibilities of a manager or director, and review the relationship between local policies and State/Federal regulations. The course has been developed to encourage open-group discussion so participants can be actively involved in learning the skills and knowledge needed for the daily operation of school nutrition programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Hop into the exciting world of EcoLand Teacher Certification, where adventure awaits our Head Start, Pre-K, ECSE, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 teachers! Join us for a “ribbit-ing” experience as we prepare you for the ultimate journey at EcoLand with your students. Our training is not just a requirement; it's a leap into a world of possibilities! During this lively session, you'll become a certified EcoLand expert, learning the ins and outs of the facility, getting the lowdown on enrollment details, and diving into interactive, hands-on activities that align seamlessly with Pre-K Guidelines and TEKS standards. But wait, there's more! Keeping your certification up to date is a breeze – simply join us for an annual visit with your class to maintain your EcoLand guru status. It's not just training; it's a perpetual adventure! Ready to make a splash in the world of education? Jump on board for EcoLand Teacher Certification – where learning and fun go hand-in-hand!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Administration
Schoolwide Culture Routines is based on the work of Paul Bambrick-Santoyo in Leverage Leadership 2.0 as well as research behind inclusive, community-minded schools. Schoolwide Culture Routines trains leaders to develop their cultural vision and the systems and routines to bring that vision to reality, monitor it throughout the year, and how to intervene when necessary to ensure it stays strong. The following requirements must be met prior to participation in Module 1 - 1. The district's designated Principal Manager or DCSI has completed Module 0 - TIL Induction / Learning Readiness 2. The district has designated a core leadership team (principal manager, principal, and another campus leader) that commits to ongoing face-to-face leader training, implementation support, and principal manager coaching. 3. The district has signed a Customized Service Agreement with Region 7. If you desire to register for this service please contact Shanicki Carter or Melissa Goulden.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - Rusk Primary
In this engaging and interactive professional development session, educators will explore research-based strategies for teaching handwriting and early composition to PreK–2nd grade students. The morning session will focus on effective handwriting instruction, including fine motor development, letter formation, multi-sensory techniques, and classroom implementation. Educators will participate in hands-on activities to reinforce best practices and address common challenges. The afternoon session will shift to composition instruction. Teachers will learn how to scaffold early writing, use sentence frames and graphic organizers, and implement mini-lessons that build students’ confidence and writing fluency. Through interactive discussions, real-world classroom examples, and practical application, participants will leave with actionable strategies to support young writers in developing strong handwriting and composition skills. This session is designed to provide educators with research-backed insights, hands-on experiences, and classroom-ready tools to enhance early literacy instruction.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Hear directly from the TEA Emergent Bilingual Division as they provide program updates and support directly to you, the Local Education Agency (LEA).
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/30/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Transportation Dept
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Transportation Dept
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Transportation Dept
School Bus Driver Safety Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 20 hours initial training to bus drivers. This training will provide driver safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $150.00. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Spelling is an essential skill for primary school children to learn. Not only does it help them become better readers and writers, but it also boosts their confidence, expands their vocabulary, and helps them develop concentration skills. Research shows that learning to spell and learning to read rely on much of the same underlying knowledge. Learn more about the relationships between letters and sounds and how a proper understanding of spelling mechanics can lead to improved reading.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Texas has continued developing guidance with the implementation of the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS). MTSS, if done with fidelity and using evidence-based interventions, can provide useful data about the level of support a student needs. This workshop will target three specific modules developed by the state network TIER: a) the Universal Screener, (b) Progress Monitoring, and (c) Data-Driven Decision Making. These critical components of a three-tiered framework provided the evidence needed to determine if the student is responding positively and closing the gap between their performance and their same-aged peers. We will also review Senate Bill 1153 and how we document what interventions and supports students receive to determine if they are responding academically and behaviorally.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Students with multiple disabilities, including severe cognitive delays, visual impairments, and deafblindness, require unique lesson planning considerations. Participants will work through a process to capture information about the student's preferences and responses to plan engaging instructional activities. Meaningful, active learning lesson ideas aligned with standards will be explored. This introductory session is considered an initial overview of Lilli Nielsen's Active Learning and will contain a make-and-take activity at the end of the day.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Join us for this unique workshop where we use art and literature in counseling! Participants will review multiple children's books that can be used in counseling or guidance lessons for children of all ages. Participants will then use simple, accessible materials to create artwork to further individual or group conversation. Each of these 8 lessons can be used as a Tier 1 or Tier 2 intervention in the area of responsive services to promote positive outcomes for all students.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a powerful and practical book study centered on Social Emotional Learning and the Brain by Marilee Sprenger — a valuable resource for Head Start educators looking to deepen their understanding of how to nurture the whole child. This engaging book connects the science of the brain with everyday classroom strategies, offering a thoughtful look at how social and emotional learning (SEL) directly supports academic achievement and student well-being. This book study will offer reflective discussions, practical takeaways, and opportunities for teachers to implement what they learn right away. Whether you're new to SEL or looking to deepen your practice, this experience will empower you to help every child in your care grow emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Incentives & Participation Requirements: All participants will receive a copy of Social Emotional Learning and the Brain by Marilee Sprenger, along with a stipend for their full participation in the book study. To be eligible for the stipend, participants must attend all four Zoom sessions. Session Schedule: Fridays in June | 10:00–11:00 AM (Weekly Zoom meetings: June 6, 13, 20, and 27) This workshop is for Head Start Teachers ONLY
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/6/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Do you know about Early Childhood Outcomes (ECO) and Child Outcomes Summary (COS)? In this workshop, participants will learn why Child Outcomes Summary (COS) data is collected and the key features of the COS process. Participants will explore the three child outcomes that are measured through the COS process and how to identify COS ratings using a team-based approach accurately. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/7/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: White Oak ISD - White Oak H S
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Ideally, an accommodation plan should remove barriers that interfere with student learning and/or demonstration of knowledge. In this workshop, participants will learn how to avoid one-size-fits-all accommodations and how to most effectively contribute to the Section 504 or ARD Committee's development of an individualized accommodation plan. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This three-day academy for grade 5 covers effective and systematic instructional practices in mathematics. Educators who complete the academy can receive a $350 stipend, minus taxes, and deductions. Stipend eligibility based on specific requirements: a verified job/grade assignment according to AskTED, first time participation in a Math Academy, and attendance on all three days. Outcomes include: *Build knowledge and comprehension of robust mathematics understanding *Explain learning progressions and identify critical checkpoints for (a) whole number operations based on place value and (b) fraction concepts *Analyze instructional components that develop fluency and number sense *Evaluate instructional components to address diverse learners’ needs *Identify and apply assistive technologies that support conceptual and procedural understanding, problem-solving proficiency, and formative assessment Grade 5 Topics: *Whole and rational number addition and subtraction *Whole and rational number multiplication and division *Fraction operations
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
In this hands-on workshop, dive into the most challenging curriculum concepts for grades 6-8. As part of the technology piece, we will explore and discuss ideas for integrating real-time data collection into the classroom. We will investigate ways to revamp our stations to enhance student understanding and make instruction more efficient. Walk away with ready-to-use station ideas and tech tools to boost classroom engagement and performance.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Troup ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This workshop is for Troup ISD only.
Max Participants:
90
Min Participants:
16
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Administration
Teachers will use the TEKS Resource System and district resources, along with all updates from TEA, to align the science curriculum for the upcoming school year and set the pacing calendar. Together, we will review data from the 2025 STAAR to target lessons that may need to be revised or reenvisioned for the first nine weeks. Materials lists will be compiled and lessons to start the year will be addressed.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
The following requirements must be met prior to participation in Module 2- 1. The district's designated Principal Manager or DCSI has completed Module 0 - TIL Induction / Learning Readiness 2. The district has designated a core leadership team (principal manager, principal, and another campus leader) that commits to ongoing face-to-face leader training, implementation support, and principal manager coaching. 3. The district has signed a Customized Service Agreement with Region 7. This leader cohort will focus on: Effective teacher internalization of high-quality instructional materials leads to high-quality, impactful instruction that is grounded in research-based instructional strategies. The purpose of the TIL Materials Internalization and Alignment training is to build the capacity of school leaders to invest and coach teachers in the effective internalization of HQIM units and lessons. Across two days of leader training, leaders will learn what the research says about the importance of using HQIM and establishing strong internalization practices, how to effectively internalize units and lessons in ELAR, Math, and Foundational Reading Skills, as well as how to create the conditions for success with strong implementation and support of teachers. In this training, leaders will dig into the positive impact high-quality instructional materials have on students, teachers, and school systems when paired with professional development for teachers in how to use their curriculum products. They will then learn about and practice using internalization protocols for units and lessons using sample curriculum products for K-5 math, ELAR, and foundational reading skills. Finally, leaders will learn the characteristics of an effective professional learning community, and leverage coaching guides to plan for and establish the systems that will support ongoing teacher professional development focused on the successful implementation of high-quality instructional materials. They will get the chance to practice planning development at the weekly and monthly level to ensure teachers have the time and space to plan for instruction.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
Teachers who teach struggling readers will love these evidence-based practices! Join me as I present a "family" of explicit approaches to reading instruction, providing the research base, practical guidelines, and excellent exercises that will promote transfer and learning. This workshop is about the science of reading instruction. This workshop will be conducted at Lufkin District Education Center Training Room, but it is open to all Region 7 Academic Content Coop districts.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Administration
Lone Star Governance (LSG) is an optional, first-of-its-kind training initiative. Founded on research, LSG is a continuous-improvement model for governing teams—boards in collaboration with their superintendents—who choose to focus intensely on only one primary objective: improving student outcomes. The purpose of Lone Star Governance is to provide coaching and support, through a continuous-improvement framework, for school governing teams that choose and commit to intensively focus on the objective to improve student outcomes. Lone Star Governance accomplishes this intense focus through tailored coaching aligned to the five pillars of the Texas Framework for School Board Development: Vision, Accountability, Structure, Advocacy, and Unity. In addition to the primary focus on improving student outcomes, Lone Star Governance provides systems for governing legal and fiscal responsibilities.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Are you looking for ways to help your students succeed on the TSIA 2.0? Many students strive for success, but we sometimes struggle to find the best strategies to support them. Join us for a session full of resources and actionable steps to help you create a plan that boosts student performance. Together, we can build effective strategies for success!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Are you sailing through uncharted waters with your PFE program? When you mention Parent & Family Engagement does everyone jump ship? Hear the scuttlebutt during our session to navigate your way from choppy waters to smooth sailing. We can help you cast a net to coordinate and integrate across programs to capture the power of capacity. Land Ho!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
6
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Join our workshop to gain a deeper understanding of the Manifestation Determination Review process as it applies to both Section 504 and Special Education. This workshop is designed for educators, school administrators, and professionals involved in the educational journey of students with disabilities. During this workshop, you will learn about the legal and procedural aspects of the Manifestation Determination Review, including the criteria for determining whether a student's behavior is a manifestation of their disability. We will explore best practices and collaborative strategies for conducting these critical reviews effectively. Participants will be able to attend this workshop in person or virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
328
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This workshop is day one of a two-part series that will explore the Rubric of Effective Practices and how it applies to teaching students with complex access needs. Day 1 will focus on IEPs and Instruction, Teamwork and Transitions, Classroom Organization, Schedules, and Positive Behavior Supports.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Tired of the angry emails and phone calls? Tired of parents and schools being at odds? Tired of all of the social division creeping into schools without a way to handle it? Tired of EVERYTHING being called "bullying"? Tired of the "same old same old" not working? How can we help students regulate their emotions, overcome their social, mental, and emotional struggles, and build RESILIENCE? Chris will show you the simple, fun, laugh-out-loud methods to help unite schools and parents, and help students achieve unbelievable growth in social skills, mental and emotional health, and resilience! We don't need more awareness. Guess what, we're aware! It's time to talk (and laugh) about real solutions that anyone can use to help students of any age work past their demanding thoughts and find peace and resilience in all areas of their lives.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
35
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Frankston ISD - Frankston Middle
This workshop will review the purpose of the Universal Screener and take a closer look at the data results. Our goal is to identify which students are at risk and which are not at risk—a clear, binary decision that supports early action. This approach is grounded in decades of research highlighting the critical role of early screening and early intervention in supporting students at risk for learning difficulties, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges. This workshop is for Frankston Middle School staff.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The most effective accommodation plan is rendered ineffective if not implemented with fidelity. In this workshop, participants will explore best practices for delivering accommodations as well as documenting and monitoring for continued effectiveness. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This dynamic hour brings together Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in a collaborative space where expertise converges and communication brilliance is ignited. Dive into lively discussions and share your innovative strategies. Let's join together to spark fresh ideas and problem-solve current concerns, while sharing ways to continually enhance communication in the school setting. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Presented by Teaching American History: The Civil War was the result of decades of issues, ideas, and actions by individuals and groups, across a less than 100-year-old America. In this seminar, teachers will explore the connection between a Supreme Court decision and the causes of the Civil War. Attendees will receive reading materials before the workshop. 8 CPE hours are earned for this workshop. 2 to 3 hours of reading before arrival at the workshop and 5 hours of attendance. All attendees of this free professional development will receive lunch, a letter of attendance as well as paper and digital copies of the reader. This workshop is open to all Region 7 districts and charters.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
15
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room C
Are you ready to integrate the engineering design process into your classroom? Come experience a complete engineering design challenge with content stations embedded. Practice connecting the science TEKS to various scenarios. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and real-world examples, you will not only grasp the intricacies of the engineering design process but also learn how to seamlessly integrate these essential 21st-century skills into your teaching approach. Walk away empowered and ready to inspire the next generation of budding engineers.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Troup ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This workshop is for Troup ISD only.****
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
16
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Administration
Have you ever pointed out cognates between English and another language? If so, you’ve already used cross-linguistic connections! This workshop explores how recognizing similarities between languages helps students strengthen skills in both their home language and English. Learn practical strategies to build on students’ linguistic knowledge and enhance bilingual learning. (For bilingual teachers - part of the workshop will be presented in Spanish.)
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
9
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Quitman ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages.**
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Unlock the power of art in your classroom with our Elementary Art Cohort! Designed exclusively for teachers in EC-5th grade, this workshop will equip you with a repertoire of ideas and exciting experiences with new mediums and supplies, empowering you to ignite the imaginations of your students! Join us for an experience that will reignite your passion for teaching art and empower your students to express themselves authentically. Led by an experienced art teacher, you don't want to miss the opportunity to network, plan, and grow with other elementary art teachers!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
In this session for K-12 counselors, we will take an in-depth look at grief. ASCA estimates that more than 5.6 million U.S. children are bereaved. More than 200,000 children have lost parents or caregivers to COVID-19 alone. One in 13 children will experience the death of a parent or caregiver by the age of 18. We will discuss the stages of grief and developmentally appropriate responses. We will work with various tools and resources to help grieving students, and we will discuss how to work appropriately with grieving students both individually and in groups.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
This is a time for Special Education Directors to learn and collaborate on current legislative and programmatic issues as well as a time of networking. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain't no passing craze. Does student behavior have you stressed? Classroom management is the process by which teachers create and maintain appropriate behavior of students in classroom settings. It does not happen by accident! Join us for this session to discover processes and procedures to implement in your classroom to make your life much easier! Walk away singing Hakuna Matata!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
During this session, a variety of topics will be discussed to help create an understanding of the expectations and challenges faced by school nurses within our region. Current information will be shared about all facets of school nurse responsibilities. You will also have the opportunity to share the positive differences you are making within your district and collaborate in small groups. This workshop is for members of the Nurse's coop only.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
20
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Join us for an engaging workshop focused on supporting Emergent Bilinguals (EBs) with significant cognitive disabilities. Participants will explore the individualized reclassification process and learn how to tailor criteria to meet each student's unique needs. The workshop will cover EB identification procedures and TELPAS ALT (Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System—Alternate) eligibility. Through discussions and scenario-based activities, attendees will discover effective strategies for setting individualized reclassification criteria and tracking student progress.
Max Participants:
48
Min Participants:
5
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
This workshop will explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in libraries, focusing on how AI tools can enhance library services, improve information retrieval, and streamline daily operations. Participants will learn about practical applications, personalized recommendations for users, chatbots for literacy enhancement, and data analysis for decision-making. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, attendees will gain the knowledge and skills needed to integrate AI into their library environments, ultimately fostering a more efficient and user-friendly experience.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Administration
Este taller ampliará su conocimiento sobre las artes del lenguaje y lectura en español. Algunos temas incluirán las diferencias y similitudes entre las destrezas esenciales para artes del lenguaje y lectura en español y en inglés (SLAR and ELAR), las conexiones interlingüísticas entre los dos idiomas, y la transferencia de las habilidades de lectura y escritura del lenguaje primario (L1) al segundo lenguaje (L2). No se pierda este taller que será de gran interés para todos los maestros de estudiantes bilingües emergentes. ***The majority of this workshop will be taught in Spanish***
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/10/2025
Start Time: 3:30 PM
End Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Hickory
This is a closed session for students in the Texas Woman's University (TWU) Master's Program for Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
Max Participants:
2
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Presented by Teaching American History: This seminar examines the topic of civil disobedience as outlined in the 8th Grade TEKS 20.B. We begin by looking at the foundations of government set forth in the writings of John Locke and the Declaration of Independence. Our examination of this topic will then turn to two famous opposing sets of ideas on civil disobedience. Attendees will receive reading materials before the workshop. 8 CPE hours are earned for this workshop. 2 to 3 hours of reading before arrival at the workshop and 5 hours of attendance. CPE hours will be awarded by Teaching American History. All attendees of this free professional development will receive lunch, a letter of attendance as well as paper and digital copies of the reader. This workshop is open to all Region 7 districts and charters.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
15
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This course covers essential financial management principles, procurement procedures, and guidelines on allowable costs. Participants will learn to identify, document, and justify program expenditures, ensuring compliance with USDA regulations and fostering effective financial oversight. Objectives: *Explain the importance of procurement procedures and code of conduct. *Distinguish between the methods of proper procurement. *Distinguish between allowable and unallowable costs.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Join us for Leadership Communities of Practice (COP) designed to deepen your understanding of key LASO implementation areas and foster peer-to-peer collaboration. Roundtable 1: Building the Foundation Technical Conditions & Communication/Change Management Plan: Craft a robust infrastructure and master the art of effective communication to ensure a smooth system transition.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Being a theater teacher comes with unique challenges-juggling multiple productions, managing diverse student personalities, stretching limited resources, and advocating the arts in education. This workshop is designed to equip theatre educators with practical strategies for time management, classroom engagement, production planning, and self-care. Participants will explore ways to foster collaboration with colleagues, navigate administrative expectations, and create a sustainable, thriving theatre program. Whether you're a seasoned director or new to the stage, this session will provide tools and insights to help you not just survive, but shine in your role as a theatre educator. This workshop is being presented by Gloria McLuckie, a dynamic educator with a strong background in theatre. Do not miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Join us for a workshop that will cover report writing from evaluation to recommendations. This workshop will address the legal components of writing comprehensive evaluation reports. We will begin by reviewing the necessary components of effective planning, including gathering your team, identifying the suspected area(s) of disability, and developing your assessment plan.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This workshop teaches participants how to safely manage disruptive and assaultive behavior. Completion of the training will certify participants to use verbal, nonverbal, and non-violent physical intervention, disengagement, and holding skills. This program meets the requirements in the Commissioner's Rules for training in prevention and de-escalation techniques and alternatives to the use of restraint as mandated by SB 1196. In order to receive CPI certification, participants must attend and participate in the entire workshop. Tests will not be accepted early. To ensure the comfort and safety of all participants, armed individuals, school resource officers, law enforcement officers, and school marshals are required to ground all weapons for the physical portion of the training. Each person is responsible for grounding their weapons in a manner consistent with their agency's policies and procedures. Participants should wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing. There will be an hour working lunch. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch. This workshop utilizes Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition materials. This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 6/12/25. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2 **Participants must attend both days to receive credit/certification.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
30
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Provider: TeachingBooks Description: Learn how TeachingBooks' analysis reports provide data to gain insight and reflect on titles you choose for lessons, storytimes, read alouds, displays, book lists, and programs. With Book Resumes, find immediate, authoritative information about titles such as award recognitions, reading levels, and read full reviews. With analysis reports and resumes you can provide immediate documentation and shareable information about the titles on your lists or in your classroom, curriculum, or library. We’ll also look at how you can use TeachingBooks to discover new, diverse, and award-winning titles to meet your goals and the needs of your students. Leave this session with tools to support confident book selection and evaluation.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Administrators as well as teachers who have supervisory duties for service decisions related to gifted/talented are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional development that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students and service options for gifted/talented students. (19 TAC 89.2(4)) This workshop satisfies the required provisions in law.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
With the statewide rollout of the BTA Module in Sentinel this April and all districts required to use it by August 1, Office of School Safety is providing an opportunity for all BTA Sentinel users to participate in a live, guided walk-through training at their regional Education Service Center (ESC). These sessions will offer a step-by-step demonstration of the BTA Module within Sentinel, ensuring that all users are confident and prepared to conduct Behavioral Threat Assessments effectively. What to Expect: • How to access the BTA Module in Sentinel • Navigating the BTA Dashboard, resources, and guidance • A full walk-through of an entire BTA case – from opening to closure • Exploring all key functionalities along the way • Individual case practice This training is designed to provide hands-on experience and answer your questions in real-time. Don’t miss this opportunity to get ahead of the transition and ensure your team is ready for full implementation by August 1. This training is about how to conduct threat assessment in Sentinel and does not replace the required training by the TxSSC or ESCs. Secure Your Spot Today!
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Lindale ISD - Lindale H S
This comprehensive session is crafted to equip educators, support staff, and administrators with effective strategies for understanding, managing, and fostering positive behavior in students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Explore evidence-based practices and practical interventions designed to prevent and respond to challenging behavior. These practices are rooted in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and can be applied across a student’s school day. Join us as we share wisdom, exchange experiences, and empower you with the skills needed to create a positive impact in the lives of students with ASD. This workshop is primarily for Lindale ISD.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Come together with other members of the TEHCY Homeless Grant SSA and have collaborative conversations about how your progress monitoring system has changed, with things you have implemented this year, and opportunities to share student success.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
2
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop will review the purpose of the Universal Screener and take a closer look at the data results. Our goal is to identify which students are at risk and which are not at risk—a clear, binary decision that supports early action. This approach is grounded in decades of research highlighting the critical role of early screening and early intervention in supporting students at risk for learning difficulties, and behavioral or social-emotional challenges. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Middle School staff.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This course provides comprehensive guidance on the procurement process for CACFP participants. It covers essential procurement standards, the development of procurement plans, and the requirements for cost comparisons, quotes, bids, and RFPs. Participants will learn to manage contracts effectively, ensuring compliance with USDA regulations and promoting ethical procurement practices. Objectives: *Explain the importance of procurement procedures and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. *Distinguish between different procurement methods (micro-purchases, small purchases, sealed bids, and competitive proposals) and when to apply each based on aggregate cost and other factors. *Develop and manage solicitations and contracts, including creating clear and accurate specifications, evaluating proposals, and ensuring contract performance in accordance with established procurement standards.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
HB 2186 mandates suicide prevention training for educators in Texas. AS+K? Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training meets the mandates set forth in legislation and teaches valuable strategies for helping those who may be in need of help when experiencing suicidal ideation. ****This is an in-district workshop for Lufkin ISD only.****
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
6
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are your students in need of self-regulation skills? Join us for the virtual PAX Good Behavior Game Initial training. You will learn the evidence-based intervention and strategies to support the behavior and learning of the young people in your school and classroom. You will also receive all the steps and materials necessary to begin implementing these proven strategies the very next day. ***You will also need to register with PAX for this virtual training. Please see the special instructions in your Region 7 registration email.***
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Administration
Schoolwide Culture Routines is based on the work of Paul Bambrick-Santoyo in Leverage Leadership 2.0 as well as research behind inclusive, community-minded schools. Schoolwide Culture Routines trains leaders to develop their cultural vision and the systems and routines to bring that vision to reality, monitor it throughout the year, and how to intervene when necessary to ensure it stays strong. The following requirements must be met prior to participation in Module 1 - 1. The district's designated Principal Manager or DCSI has completed Module 0 - TIL Induction / Learning Readiness 2. The district has designated a core leadership team (principal manager, principal, and another campus leader) that commits to ongoing face-to-face leader training, implementation support, and principal manager coaching. 3. The district has signed a Customized Service Agreement with Region 7. If you desire to register for this service please contact Shanicki Carter or Melissa Goulden.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Join us for a deep dive into the MagicSchool platform. We'll explore the MagicSchool tools in depth and discuss how they can help make us more efficient and more creative teachers. Then we will explore the MagicStudent tools and discover how to incorporate AI into our student lessons and activities. This will be a dynamic learning experience with AI tools and will prepare you for innovation in the classroom!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Reading comprehension is the bi-product of decoding and language comprehension. If students cannot access the print from the page through the act of decoding, they will have limited to no comprehension of the text. This workshop will focus on providing participants with the background of phonics instruction, beginning with the alphabetic principle and extending along the continuum through advanced phonics, including morphology. The capacity of a teacher to not only possess the knowledge, but also the application of foundational skill instruction is critical in supporting students in their literacy journey of learning how to read AND making meaning from what they read.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
The 2025-26 Cohort season is here! Kick off the year with a deep dive into the Matter and Energy strand. This session is designed for all three middle school cohorts, providing a collaborative space to unpack content, refine instructional strategies, and plan engaging lessons for the first grading period. Bring your resources and join us as we set the foundation for a successful year in middle school science!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults, children, and infants. 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This session will cover current updates and changes to the ESSA Consolidated Application in eGrants for Titles IA, IC, ID, IIA, IIIA, IVA, PNP, and USCO. Participants will learn how to complete the ESSA grant application.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Quarterly meeting for HR Services Cooperative members.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Provider: Britannica Digital Learning / Britannica School Join us for this hands-on, interactive session to learn new ideas to use Britannica School and to get ideas for integrating technology and 21st Century Skills into your library and classrooms! Attendees will learn about Britannica School features including: - ‘My Britannica’ to collect, organize, and share Britannica content with students - Classroom curriculum resources for ELA, Social Studies, Science, STEM, and more in Elementary classrooms - Multimedia collection, including a video download feature and downloadable images - Teach Britannica - a new resource for teachers designed to bridge the gap between Britannica’s reference tools and classroom instruction, and ignite curiosity in the classroom - Article tools for personalized learning and differentiated instruction. Come ready to discuss ideas to implement and share Britannica School at your school/district!
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Joaquin ISD - Administration
This course will allow substitutes to build or refresh their skill set as they begin to work with students in the district. This course covers topics such as professionalism and, legal issues (confidentiality, student supervision, general health protocols, and child abuse reporting). We also include classroom management tips and strategies and include general instructional strategies throughout to help substitutes and teachers get the most out of their day's instruction. Last, we finish off with a walkthrough of a day in the life of a substitute. Substitute teachers should finish this course feeling prepared to enter classrooms with new tools in their toolbelt.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
2
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Malcolm Rector Center for Advanced Careers & Innovation
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K-12: Examine models of learning and teaching used in a differentiated curriculum. Explore instructional strategies that contribute to an effective program for gifted learners. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics may be taken in any order. This workshop is being held at Nacogdoches ISD. Members of the Region 7 G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package are eligible to attend, space permitting.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Malcolm Rector Center for Advanced Careers & Innovation
Want to add to your G/T Tool Kit? Join us to explore resources, strategies, and best practices for effectively identifying and meeting the unique needs of gifted learners. Participants will leave with strategies and ideas to level up their G/T practices and empower gifted and talented students to reach their full potential and thrive in the learning environment and beyond. This workshop fulfills the state requirement for a 6-hour G/T update. This workshop is being held at Nacogdoches ISD.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - More than one campus
This half-day workshop will focus on maximizing the impact of your math intervention time with intentional planning and instruction. This session will guide you through strategies for identifying and addressing unfinished learning, targeting essential math concepts, and using data to drive small-group instruction. Discover how to select high-leverage tasks, use progress monitoring effectively, and create a responsive learning environment where every student can grow. Leave with practical tools and a clear approach to making your math intervention time truly count. This session is hosted by Lufkin ISD but is open to all Region 7 Districts in the Academic Content Coop (ACC).
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Tailored for leaders of Title III and/or bilingual/ESL programs, and campus administrators, these sessions provide the latest program and policy updates, a platform for your questions, and timely guidance aligned with our year-at-a-glance calendar. Stay informed and ahead of monthly tasks with our expert support!
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - More than one campus
New to math centers and stations? This beginner-friendly, half-day session will give you the tools to launch small-group math instruction with confidence. Learn how to create flexible student groups based on math needs, arrange your classroom for smooth station rotations, and differentiate tasks to meet every learner where they are. From managing materials to structuring meaningful activities, you’ll leave with practical, ready-to-use strategies to make math stations effective, engaging, and manageable in your Grades 3–5 classroom. This session is hosted by Lufkin ISD but is open to all Region 7 Districts in the Academic Content Coop (ACC).
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Counselors who work with gifted/talented students are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional development that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students, service options for gifted/talented students, and social-emotional learning (19 TAC 89.2(4)). This training meets the requirements of the TAC.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
"This three-day academy for grade 4 covers effective and systematic instructional practices in mathematics. Educators who complete the academy can receive a $350 stipend, minus taxes, and deductions. Stipend eligibility based on specific requirements: a verified job/grade assignment according to AskTED, first time participation in a Math Academy, and attendance on all three days. Outcomes include: *Build knowledge and comprehension of robust mathematics understanding *Explain learning progressions and identify critical checkpoints for (a) whole number operations based on place value and (b) fraction concepts *Analyze instructional components that develop fluency and number sense *Evaluate instructional components to address diverse learners’ needs *Identify and apply assistive technologies that support conceptual and procedural understanding, problem-solving proficiency, and formative assessment Grade 4 Topics: *Whole and rational number addition and subtraction *Multiplication and division of whole numbers *Fraction concepts"
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
TEKS stands for Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. These state-mandated educational standards guide educators and students in Texas schools. These standards help teachers plan lessons and ensure that learning is consistent across Texas for all students, no matter where they live. Come and join us for a fun time reviewing all of the ELA TEKS!!!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Reading comprehension is the bi-product of decoding and language comprehension. If students cannot access the print from the page of complex texts through the act of decoding, they will have limited to no comprehension of the text. As teachers in grades 6-8 focus on equipping students with the skills to enable them to make meaning from complex texts, there is also a need to equip teachers with the knowledge and application of foundational skills to enable students the ability to decode words, including multisyllabic words and polysemic words to enhance meaning making of texts. This workshop will focus on providing participants with the background of phonics instruction, beginning with the alphabetic principle and extending along the continuum through advanced phonics, including morphology.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are reshaping how we approach writing in the classroom. This hands-on workshop will help you build AI literacy and explore practical, ethical strategies for integrating AI into writing instruction. Learn how generative AI works, how to craft better prompts, and how to guide students in using AI to brainstorm ideas, organize their thinking, and reflect on their work—without replacing their voice or critical thinking. We’ll address concerns around plagiarism, set clear expectations for classroom use, and share ready-to-use lesson ideas and policies. Leave with the confidence and tools to make AI a meaningful part of the writing process.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Join us for an Accountability Framework Refresh with Daniel Brown from Performance Reporting at TEA! During this in-person session, we’ll explore the 2025 Accountability Framework, diving into its key accountability domains and their essential components. We will also look ahead to the 2028 Accountability Refresh, where we will talk about possible updates to the framework, answer questions, and discuss how to give feedback. This hands-on session will give you a real-world application.
Max Participants:
144
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Provider: Britannica Digital Learning / Britannica School Join us for this hands-on, interactive session to learn new ideas to use Britannica School and to get ideas for integrating technology and 21st Century Skills into your library and classrooms! Attendees will learn about Britannica School features including: - ‘My Britannica’ to collect, organize, and share Britannica content with students - Classroom curriculum resources for ELA, Social Studies, Science, STEM, and more in Elementary classrooms - Multimedia collection, including a video download feature and downloadable images - Teach Britannica - a new resource for teachers designed to bridge the gap between Britannica’s reference tools and classroom instruction, and ignite curiosity in the classroom - Article tools for personalized learning and differentiated instruction. Come ready to discuss ideas to implement and share Britannica School at your school/district!
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/13/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Toilet training can be a battle for caregivers, teachers, and children, especially if the child has Autism or other developmental challenges. In this course, we will discuss the importance of visual cues, schedules, repetition, rewards, and teamwork. Join us as we discover common-sense solutions for moving from diapers to underpants, data keeping, and so much more. Attendees will be able to access this training from their district using the Zoom link.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Palestine ISD - Palestine H S
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Palestine ISD - Palestine H S
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Palestine ISD - Palestine H S
School Bus Driver Safety Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 20 hours initial training to bus drivers. This training will provide driver safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $150.00. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
The following requirements must be met prior to participation in Module 2- 1. The district's designated Principal Manager or DCSI has completed Module 0 - TIL Induction / Learning Readiness 2. The district has designated a core leadership team (principal manager, principal, and another campus leader) that commits to ongoing face-to-face leader training, implementation support, and principal manager coaching. 3. The district has signed a Customized Service Agreement with Region 7. This leader cohort will focus on: Effective teacher internalization of high-quality instructional materials leads to high-quality, impactful instruction that is grounded in research-based instructional strategies. The purpose of the TIL Materials Internalization and Alignment training is to build the capacity of school leaders to invest and coach teachers in the effective internalization of HQIM units and lessons. Across two days of leader training, leaders will learn what the research says about the importance of using HQIM and establishing strong internalization practices, how to effectively internalize units and lessons in ELAR, Math, and Foundational Reading Skills, as well as how to create the conditions for success with strong implementation and support of teachers. In this training, leaders will dig into the positive impact high-quality instructional materials have on students, teachers, and school systems when paired with professional development for teachers in how to use their curriculum products. They will then learn about and practice using internalization protocols for units and lessons using sample curriculum products for K-5 math, ELAR, and foundational reading skills. Finally, leaders will learn the characteristics of an effective professional learning community, and leverage coaching guides to plan for and establish the systems that will support ongoing teacher professional development focused on the successful implementation of high-quality instructional materials. They will get the chance to practice planning development at the weekly and monthly level to ensure teachers have the time and space to plan for instruction.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA approved training for suicide prevention, and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this workshop, we'll develop a working definition of dyscalculia, identify common characteristics, and discuss evaluation strategies. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: University - University of Texas at Tyler
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: University - University of Texas at Tyler
Camp Early Childhood is a dynamic two-day conference designed to explore innovative practices and foster collaboration. The event features a keynote address, followed by a series of breakout sessions led by experienced teachers and specialists. Attendees will participate in hands-on workshops, network with peers, and explore educational resources, leaving equipped with the knowledge and inspiration to enhance their early childhood programs.
Max Participants:
325
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
THIS IS A TEA-CREATED TRAINING: Program Expansion will equip CTE leaders with resources and best practices to inform CTE program growth, including expanding CTE programs in middle school and high school and introducing new Programs of Study. This module provides strategies for messaging and communication, balancing industry demand and student interest, and addressing the challenges of expanding CTE programs in rural, suburban, and urban LEAs.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This professional development workshop offers coping strategies for students facing the combined elements of academic performance, high achievement standards, media messages, peer pressure, and family tension. Participants will leave this hands-on workshop with a better understanding of how to recognize risk factors of students, teach resilience to students, and increase student achievement.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
16
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Boost student engagement in your science classroom through games! In this interactive workshop, you'll play science-themed games, explore how to use them effectively in your classroom and design your own. Walk away with ready-made games and practical ideas to energize your lessons.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us in this engaging workshop based on Teaching with Poverty and Equity in Mind by Eric Jensen. Participants will explore strategies and practices to support students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, with a focus on creating inclusive learning environments. This workshop aims to inspire educators, administrators, and other stakeholders to foster success for all students. Participants will receive a copy of the book Teaching with Poverty and Equity in Mind by Eric Jensen.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
17
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you new to completing the summer State Comp. Ed. (SCE) submission, or maybe just need a refresher? We are here to help! Join us for this short webinar to cover what must be submitted to be in compliance. We will discuss the required components as well as walk through the upload process. This webinar will assist you in ensuring you have everything needed to complete this task quickly and efficiently.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
In today’s world, teachers must teach the skill of thinking like a historian and geographer to help students engage deeply with social studies. What is geography? What does it mean to think like a historian? How can primary sources enhance classroom learning? These guiding questions will shape our hands-on exploration of social studies concepts, skills, and perspectives. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and G/T Professional Development Coop.
Max Participants:
26
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pineywoods Community Academy - Administration
Lone Star Governance (LSG) is an optional, first-of-its-kind training initiative. Founded on research, LSG is a continuous-improvement model for governing teams—boards in collaboration with their superintendents—who choose to focus intensely on only one primary objective: improving student outcomes. The purpose of Lone Star Governance is to provide coaching and support, through a continuous-improvement framework, for school governing teams that choose and commit to intensively focus on the objective to improve student outcomes. Lone Star Governance accomplishes this intense focus through tailored coaching aligned to the five pillars of the Texas Framework for School Board Development: Vision, Accountability, Structure, Advocacy, and Unity. In addition to the primary focus on improving student outcomes, Lone Star Governance provides systems for governing legal and fiscal responsibilities.
Max Participants:
8
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Northside El
This workshop will review the purpose of the Universal Screener and take a closer look at the data results. Our goal is to identify which students are at risk and which are not at risk—a clear, binary decision that supports early action. This approach is grounded in decades of research highlighting the critical role of early screening and early intervention in supporting students at risk for learning difficulties, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Northside Intermediate staff.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Programs Director trying to synthesize all the requirements and rules? Do you need ideas for putting systems in place to ensure you stay on top of important deadlines? Join us for an informal chat to discuss ideas for ensuring you don't miss those deadlines and to get ideas for some of your "firsts", such as the DIP meeting, principal meetings, etc. We will have an agenda for each meeting that follows the upcoming activities in the Guidebook for Federal Program Directors in the Google Classroom, but your burning questions will be a priority as well.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
2
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - William E Wylie El
This workshop will review the purpose of the Universal Screener and take a closer look at the data results. Our goal is to identify which students are at risk and which are not at risk—a clear, binary decision that supports early action. This approach is grounded in decades of research highlighting the critical role of early screening and early intervention in supporting students at risk for learning difficulties, and behavioral, or social-emotional challenges. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Wylie Elementary staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
All Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the state will participate in a cyclical review of their special education program every six years, including a dyslexia program review. Cyclical reviews are intended to provide a comprehensive analysis of the LEA’s special education program, including a review of the LEA’s special education policies and practices. The purpose of the dyslexia monitoring process is to ensure LEA compliance with federal and state dyslexia requirements through a review of LEA procedures and artifacts of implementation. The goal of this session is to provide an opportunity for collaboration across Region VII regarding activities, tools, and tips to prepare for cyclical monitoring. Participants will be informed of changes, new considerations, and updates to the process. If your LEA is scheduled for a cyclical review in the 25-26 school year, please join us. Anyone is welcome to attend, even if your LEA has completed their cyclical review. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/16/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This virtual training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
THIS IS A TEA-CREATED TRAINING: Supporting CTE Teachers provides an overview of strategies used in the recruitment and retention of CTE teachers. Participants will engage in opportunities to problem solve, review available resources, and develop content to assist with retaining and supporting one of our most valuable resources—CTE instructors.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
8
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the LAS Links Online Assessments for grades 1-12. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The training will be conducted in a Training of Test Administrators format while providing training turnkey tips for those who will need to deliver their own training at their district. All attendees will need to be able to access the INSIGHT portal prior to attending the training.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Enter the TCMPC Dojo, where gifted minds gather and educators transform into curriculum ninjas! In this 6-hour G/T Update, participants will hone the art of questioning through high-impact strategies rooted in the TEKS Resource System. Discover how to craft purposeful, differentiated questions aligned to key understandings, content standards, and performance assessments while weaving in the Depth and Complexity framework to take thinking to the next level. Walk away with a toolkit of ready-to-use strategies, GT-specific questioning techniques, and renewed confidence in your ability to challenge and engage advanced learners. Whether you're a white belt or already wearing black, this dojo has a place for you.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
This workshop provides educators with a comprehensive understanding of text complexity and its role in literacy instruction. Participants will explore the three dimensions of text complexity: quantitative measures (e.g., Lexile levels), qualitative factors (e.g., text structure, language clarity, and knowledge demands), and reader and task considerations (e.g., student background and instructional purpose). Through interactive activities, educators will learn how to evaluate texts, match them to student needs, and plan effective instruction that builds comprehension and critical thinking.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
Gear up for a time-traveling adventure through the world of McKinney-Vento/Homeless! Join us as we explore the past, present, and future of identification, eligibility, and the essential topics you need to know, like discipline, transportation, and school of origin. We'll also dive into the latest legal updates to ensure you are fully prepared for what's ahead. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your knowledge and ensure you're ready for the road ahead—because where we're going, we don't need roads, just a commitment to supporting our students!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
9
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
7% of children ages 3-17 have diagnosed anxiety. Participants will learn about how to recognize anxiety in students as well as coping strategies that will assist them in the learning environment.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Let your money do the talking as you work on your 25-26 ESSA Consolidated Grant Application. Bring your budgets, binders, plans, and other working documents, and take advantage of access to the ESSA Specialists from Federal Programs. This will be a hands-on session with time for you to input your information on the grant application.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
5
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Participants will be trained in the setup and use of the Region 7 Planetarium. In addition, they will explore using it to support grade level TEKS. Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be eligible to check out Region 7's planetarium for use with their students. At least 2 people from a district or campus must attend together. Reservations occur at the end of the summer via Zoom.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:45 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Vision & Hearing Re-Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers, who have taken the FULL Vision & Hearing Certification within the last 5 years + to December 31. Participants must have an active card and be at least 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
SB 11 from the 86th Legislative session required all schools to receive Behavior Threat Assessment training for their Safe & Supportive Schools Program (SSSP). In this training partcipants will learn the basics of threat assessment teams and how they should be structured in schools to best meet the needs of students and campuses when a threat is posed.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
17
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the preLAS Online Assessments for grades PreK and Kindergarten. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The training will be conducted in a Training of Test Administrators format while providing training turnkey tips for those who will need to deliver their own training at their district. All attendees will need to be able to access the INSIGHT portal prior to attending the training.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This training equips school staff with essential knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses, including fentanyl-related incidents, in the school setting. Participants will learn to: • Identify the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related overdose. • Administer an opioid antagonist (e.g., naloxone/Narcan). • Implement emergency procedures when responding to an overdose. • Properly store and dispose of opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2025
Start Time: 3:30 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Hickory
This is a closed session for students in the Texas Woman's University (TWU) Master's Program for Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
Max Participants:
2
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Neches Room
State and Federal Programs Staff Meeting
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
STAAR 2.0 has brought new item types, new thinking, and new requirements from students, teachers, and districts. Of these, writing is key in students internalizing learning across all contents. Short and extended constructed response items have brought attention to this instructional best practice and we are here to help you! Join us as we look at constructed responses and how we can connect thinking to writing responses.
Max Participants:
90
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Join us for a dynamic, hands-on workshop that brings fresh energy to teaching gifted and talented students! In this “Festival of Ideas,” educators will rotate through interactive stations, each spotlighting strategies that support creativity, engagement, and authentic learning experiences. Based on the PAGER framework (Platform, Activities, Generate, Engage, Real World) and COVA principles (Choice, Ownership, Voice, Authenticity), this event offers practical tools, collaborative activities, and real-world applications. Walk away with actionable ideas and new approaches to empower students and make learning memorable and meaningful. Perfect for educators looking to bring fun, innovative strategies to their classrooms this summer! This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and G/T Professional Development Coop.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Boost student engagement in your high school science classroom through games! In this interactive workshop, you'll play science-themed games, explore how to use them effectively in your classroom and design your own. Walk away with ready-made games and practical ideas to energize your lessons.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Texas Dyslexia Academy 2: The Dyslexia Handbook is the second of six training opportunities developed to assist school districts and charter schools in understanding The Dyslexia Handbook 2024 Update: Procedures Concerning Dyslexia and Related Disorders. In this course, participants will explore the handbook and learn about updates. The objectives for this course are: • Explore The Dyslexia Handbook, 2024 Update • Define dyslexia, its characteristics, and common risk factors • Understand universal screening and data review for reading risk • Understand the evaluation and identification process, and provision of services for students with dyslexia • Explore critical, evidence-based components of dyslexia instruction • Understand the evaluation and identification process, and provision of services for students with dysgraphia
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
269842 - Revolutionary Ideas in 4th and 5th Grade Social Studies: Presented by Law Related Education
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Experience engaging, student-centered activities, providing opportunities for students to think critically about American history. Liberty, equality, civil rights, and responsible citizenship are just some of the key concepts explored during this interactive workshop. Discover innovative ways to teach such topics as: • Eras of History • Revolutionary Events o American Revolution o Civil War and Reconstruction • Historical figures • Civic Responsibility • Government Explore a variety of strategies to integrate literacy skills into social studies instruction. Strategies for analyzing informational text, summarizing information, pre-teaching vocabulary and identifying cause and effect relationships will be emphasized, enhancing students’ ability to comprehend and engage with historical content. Fill your teacher toolkit with activities for immediate classroom implementation. All activities are aligned to the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills). Registration is free and participants will receive lunch and all materials.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Understanding how behavior is learned and the purpose it serves is critical for educators to prevent and change student behavior. This workshop provides participants with the foundational tools necessary to understand behavior functionally and respond to behavior appropriately. Concepts covered include antecedents, behavior & consequences (ABCs), functions of behavior, and functional-based interventions. This workshop is ideal for paraprofessionals, behavior classroom teachers, new general and special education classroom teachers, administrators, as well as experienced teachers looking to improve their PBIS implementation.
Max Participants:
48
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
How can a student access a book if they have a visual impairment, physical impairment, or another disability that creates difficulty accessing the content? Join me in this session to learn how to adapt books so ALL students can enjoy the love of literacy. You're invited to bring a favorite picture book and any needed craft materials for your students to make an adapted book. Participants will also be provided with a selection of picture books and craft supplies. This is a hands-on make-and-take workshop.
Max Participants:
28
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Join us for a comprehensive workshop on "Special Education Transition Requirements for Students with Disabilities." This engaging session will explore the legal foundations, key components, and collaborative strategies involved in ensuring a successful transition for students with disabilities as they navigate the path to adulthood. From understanding the Transition IEP to exploring post-secondary goals and community resources, participants will gain valuable insights into empowering students with disabilities for a seamless transition into independent living, education, and employment.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/18/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Northside El
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to better plan effective instruction for the 2025-2026 school year.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Extended Constructed Responses (ECR) have taken center stage in the minds of RLA teachers and leaders across the state of Texas. Educators need time to analyze and understand ECR expectations and translate them into instructional practices. This session will provide teachers with the latest information regarding ECR and a lesson cycle model using best instructional practices to teach students to be successful in their constructed responses. Each stage of the creation of an Extended Constructed Response will be modeled with lesson activities and exemplars. Educators will leave this session will skills and tools to immediately take back to teach Extended Constructed Responses in their classrooms.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Come reimagine your district G/T services as we explore the interdisciplinary connections of the Texas Performance Standards Project! These tasks, TEKS-based and focused on the four core areas, support differentiation of instruction and deepening of academic learning. Be prepared to dive into and customize these tasks to address the needs of your diverse G/T population! This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Come and join us for a day of reviewing the Six plus one Traits. It is a way of teaching, modeling, and assessing the instruction of writing. The Six Traits of writing are Voice, Ideas, Presentation, Conventions, Organization, Word Choice, and Sentence Fluency. It creates a common vocabulary and guidelines for teachers to use with students so that they become familiar with the terms used in writing. It develops consistency from grade level to grade level.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Do you struggle with making sense of your literacy block schedule? How does it all fit in? In this session, we will connect decodable readers with the Science of Teaching Reading, identify when and how decodable readers should be used, where comprehension fits in, and how to effectively integrate a variety of texts. We will also explore and discuss current district literacy resources and how they fit into the literacy block and intervention tiers, including a special emphasis on small-group instruction. Participants will need to bring a current (or anticipated) daily schedule and a laptop or device.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Immerse yourself in an inspiring workshop where secondary art teachers will delve into innovative teaching approaches, discover fresh lesson ideas, and unleash boundless creativity in their classrooms. Join us for an experience that will reignite your passion for teaching art and empower your students to express themselves authentically. Led by an experienced secondary art teacher, you don't want to miss the opportunity to network, plan, and grow with other secondary art teachers!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/20/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Writing, beyond handwriting, is a complex communication process that is learned and shaped over time. It involves the use of text and allows for improved self-expression, increased independence, and active participation in the community. It is an expected outcome of our current educational system, yet many students with disabilities, especially those with complex communication needs, have limited access to writing tools, writing opportunities, and writing expectations. This session will highlight the importance of including access to the letters of the alphabet in combination with other symbol sets when developing communication systems, highlight alternative writing tools, and it will provide simple strategies that can be applied early and across settings to promote long-term writing expectations and writing habits to support communication.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Throw on your neon, crank up the volume, and join us for a totally tubular Parent and Family Engagement (PFE) event that’ll take you back to that magical decade- the ‘80s—where big hair, rad tunes, and bold moves ruled the airwaves! Just like music videos revolutionized the music world in the '80s, this session will revolutionize your understanding of PFE. With an opening keynote by author and leader Todd Nesloney, breakout sessions presented by Region 7 LEAs, and a closing session with the State Director for Title I, Part A; Title I, Part D; Title II, Part A; and Title IV, Part A in the Federal Program Compliance Division at TEA, Jaime Huerta, you will be cheering, “I Want My PFE!”
Max Participants:
240
Min Participants:
20
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - More than one campus
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Pine Room*
Participants will reflect and deepen their understanding of the T-TESS process; tighten calibrations across campuses and the district as required by Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA); reflect on implementation and current impact on self, teachers, students, and the campus; and identify the next steps for growth and development of self and others.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Discover a variety of online resources, AI tools, and teacher-instructional materials that can help build student knowledge across multiple content areas in grades K-5. This interactive workshop will introduce educators to practical digital tools that enhance instruction, support student engagement, and streamline lesson planning. Learn how to integrate these resources effectively to strengthen literacy, math, science, and more while saving time and maximizing impact. Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking for new strategies to enhance your teaching, this session will provide valuable insights and ready-to-use tools for your classroom.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
An increase in parent requests and referrals that lack sufficient data indicates that the Child Find system requires improvement. We will define the roles and responsibilities of general education and the data requirements for students with specific learning disabilities. These sessions will highlight strategies for effectively blending special education with general education to gather necessary “learning data” to improve student outcomes. Participants who register for Session 1 (6/23/25) will automatically be registered for the remaining 2 sessions (7/24/25 and 8/20/25). An increase in parent requests and referrals that lack sufficient data indicates that the Child Find system needs improvement. We will define the roles and responsibilities of general education as well as the data requirements for students with specific learning disabilities. These sessions will highlight strategies for effectively integrating special education with general education to gather the necessary “learning data” to improve student outcomes. Participants who register for Session 1 (June 23, 2025) will automatically be registered for the subsequent two sessions (July 24, 2025, and August 20, 2025). **Session 1:** We will address the challenges we face in establishing an effective child find process. Additionally, we will clarify the roles and data responsibilities related to the special education referral processes and evaluations. (June 23, 2025) **Session 2:** We will discuss and provide tools to assist in making sound, data-driven referrals. We will also outline a process for responding to the significant increase in parent requests for special education evaluations. (July 24, 2025) **Session 3:** We will discuss and provide tools to assess the status of your school’s child find system. These tools will include an inventory of current practices, training targets, and an administrator walkthrough tool. (August 20, 2025) Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar from their district using the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join Dr. Victor Sampson, Associate Professor of STEM Education, University of Texas at Austin, for an engaging exploration of three-dimensional instruction in science education for grades 3-5. Participants will: - Deepen their understanding of the three dimensions of science instruction and the nature of three-dimensional learning. - Experience a hands-on, 3D lesson focused on forces and motion. - Develop clear criteria to identify what constitutes authentic 3D instruction. - Explore how student engagement in Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) evolves from kindergarten through 12th grade. - Learn how students' understanding and use of Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) progress across grade levels, enabling deeper connections to scientific phenomena. This workshop is ideal for educators seeking to enhance student-centered, inquiry-based science learning in alignment with 3D instructional frameworks. *Dr. Sampson will return on Friday, August 1st to discuss 3D performance assessments with elementary teachers. We hope you join us for both sessions.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/23/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Participants will reflect and deepen their understanding of the T-TESS process; tighten calibrations across campuses and the district as required by Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA); reflect on implementation and current impact on self, teachers, students, and the campus; and identify the next steps for growth and development of self and others.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is open to administrators who will be evaluating teachers using the T-TESS model. The three-day training will cover the T-TESS rubric's four domains: Planning, Instruction, Learning Environment, and Professional Practice and Responsibilities. Appraisers must also possess an ILD (Individualized Leadership Development) certificate OR an AEL (Advanced Educational Leadership) certificate as a co-requisite to the T-TESS certification. To register please contact Nicki Carter or Lyndsey Register at Region 7 Center for Effective Schools.
Max Participants:
22
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This session is designed to equip teachers with practical tools for managing challenging behaviors in their classrooms. From turning tantrums into teachable moments to transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth, participants will leave feeling empowered and inspired to create a positive learning environment where every child can thrive.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This three-day academy for grade 2 covers effective and systematic instructional practices in mathematics. Educators who complete the academy can receive a $350 stipend, minus taxes, and deductions. Stipend eligibility based on specific requirements: a verified job/grade assignment according to AskTED, first time participation in a Math Academy, and attendance on all three days. Outcomes include: *Build knowledge and comprehension of robust mathematics understanding *Explain learning progressions and identify critical checkpoints for (a) whole number operations based on place value and (b) fraction concepts *Analyze instructional components that develop fluency and number sense *Evaluate instructional components to address diverse learners’ needs *Identify and apply assistive technologies that support conceptual and procedural understanding, problem-solving proficiency, and formative assessment Grade 2 Topics: *Place value *Properties of operations *Relationship between addition and subtraction
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This three-day academy for grades K-1 covers effective and systematic instructional practices in mathematics. Educators who complete the academy can receive a $350 stipend, minus taxes, and deductions. Stipend eligibility based on specific requirements: a verified job/grade assignment according to AskTED, first time participation in a Math Academy, and attendance on all three days. Outcomes include: *Build knowledge and comprehension of robust mathematics understanding *Explain learning progressions and identify critical checkpoints for (a) whole number operations based on place value and (b) fraction concepts *Analyze instructional components that develop fluency and number sense *Evaluate instructional components to address diverse learners’ needs *Identify and apply assistive technologies that support conceptual and procedural understanding, problem-solving proficiency, and formative assessment Kindergarten–Grade 1 Topics: *Number of concepts and relationships *Whole number operations *Beginning fraction concepts
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us for this interactive session where you will experience small-group literacy instruction in various grade levels and tiers. We will role-play teacher-student interactions using appropriate texts and/or skills-based strategies and activities. After a brief overview of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 instruction and best practices, participants will rotate through grade-level and tiered small-group instruction, which will be based on mock data. The instruction will focus on grades 4-6.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Unlock the full potential of literacy leadership with our training designed for campus leaders. This session goes beyond the basics of the Texas Reading Academy to provide in-depth strategies rooted in the science of teaching. Participants will learn ways to support and empower your teachers, fostering a culture of literacy excellence and achieving outstanding outcomes for your students.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
15
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - More than one campus
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Administration
Have you ever pointed out cognates between English and another language? If so, you’ve already used cross-linguistic connections! This workshop explores how recognizing similarities between languages helps students strengthen skills in both their home language and English. Learn practical strategies to build on students’ linguistic knowledge and enhance bilingual learning.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
9
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
The Impact Coaching Training is designed to provide Appraisers with specialized coaching skills, tools, and competencies to utilize in the T-TESS and T-PESS observation cycles. Through this training, Appraisers will learn how to become better coaches, support their educators in their professional growth, and facilitate meaningful conversations that lead to improved performance. Throughout the 2-day training, Appraisers will have the opportunity to learn and practice various coaching techniques and strategies, including active listening, questioning, providing feedback, and goal setting. The training will also focus on building rapport and trust with educators and addressing challenging conversations and resistance.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
The Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) is a paraprofessional certification in behavior analysis. Applied Behavior Analysis is an evidence-based approach to teaching students with autism and changing behavior. Participants in this series of workshops will be able to attend multiple phases of a professional development series covering all aspects of the RBT® Task List, such as reinforcement, token economies, and ethics. Participants who complete the program will be eligible to earn the RBT® credential. The professional development series will involve face-to-face, virtual, and self-paced content. Participants who complete all 40 hours of the series will be provided a completion certificate. Region 7 will not provide the formal competency assessment and supervision required to maintain the RBT® credential. For more information on RBT certification, please visit https://www.bacb.com/rbt/. Participants who register for Day 1 (6/24/25) will automatically be registered for the remaining 3 days (6/25/25-6/27/25). Participants will be responsible for registering for additional RBT training through Region 7 ESC.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This workshop will support you in the completion of your annual Perkins V application for federal funds in the eGrants system. You will be guided through each program schedule and budget schedule, and you will gain the knowledge necessary to successfully certify and submit your application through your TEAL account.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
5
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Anxiety and stress can cause students to feel isolated and overwhelmed, preventing them from learning in the classroom. Join us as we welcome expert Dr. Leigh Bagwell who will lead us as we discuss the physiology of anxiety, signs that a student may be in distress, and specific interventions educators can employ to support their students. We will also highlight steps schools can take to prevent an anxious and stressful learning environment. All participants will receive a workbook packed full of activities that can aid them in assisting students in need.
Max Participants:
120
Min Participants:
54
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us as we dive into the world of forensic science to uncover "Who Killed the Wicked Witch of the West?" Participants will explore the physical properties of matter, such as mass, volume, relative density, and electrical conductivity, through a series of hands-on experiments designed to engage students in critical thinking and scientific inquiry. Teachers will not only learn how to facilitate these experiments but will also delve into strategies for incorporating depth and complexity into their lessons. The session will focus on how to challenge students to think like scientists, make connections between concepts, and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. Educators will leave with practical tools and resources to create a dynamic and enriching science experience in their classrooms.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join Dr. Victor Sampson, Associate Professor of STEM Education, University of Texas at Austin, for an engaging exploration of three-dimensional instruction in science education for grades 6-12. Participants will: - Deepen their understanding of the three dimensions of science instruction and the nature of three-dimensional learning. - Experience a hands-on, 3D lesson focused on matter and energy. - Develop clear criteria to identify what constitutes authentic 3D instruction. - Explore how student engagement in Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) evolves from kindergarten through 12th grade. - Learn how students' understanding and use of Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) progress across grade levels, enabling deeper connections to scientific phenomena. This workshop is ideal for educators seeking to enhance student-centered, inquiry-based science learning in alignment with 3D instructional frameworks. *Dr. Sampson will return on July 31st to discuss 3D performance assessments with secondary teachers. Make sure to register for both sessions.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Este taller explora la maravillosa fusión de palabras y conocimiento social. Descubre la sorprendente armonía entre la alfabetización bilingüismo y ciencias sociales mientras emprendemos un viaje lleno de actividades divertidas, desafíos creativos y estrategias innovadoras. ¡Prepárate para presenciar la magia cuando la oralidad se encuentre con la comprensión del mundo!
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Monthly Zoom meetings are designed for collaborative, problem-solving conversations between Special Education Directors of Region 7. Current legal topics and concerns will be determined for each meeting. Please join us and bring your comments and questions to share with the group. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/24/2025
Start Time: 5:00 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
Location: San Augustine ISD - Administration
This course will allow substitutes to build or refresh their skill set as they begin to work with students in the district. This course covers topics such as professionalism and, legal issues (confidentiality, student supervision, general health protocols, and child abuse reporting). We also include classroom management tips and strategies and include general instructional strategies throughout to help substitutes and teachers get the most out of their day's instruction. Last, we finish off with a walkthrough of a day in the life of a substitute. Substitute teachers should finish this course feeling prepared to enter classrooms with new tools in their toolbelt.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
2
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: AT Lab
Are you having trouble finding innovative, enjoyable, and cost-effective ideas for your learning centers? If so, we have the ideal training for you! Come learn how to create useful, budget-friendly items that make your learning centers engaging, educational, and fun! Join us as we transform trash into treasure and take center time to new heights of imagination!
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
This workshop is designed for educators to enhance their knowledge and skills in using Google tools in the classroom. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate Google Suite for Education, including Google Classroom, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Meet into their teaching practices. The hands-on sessions will cover best practices for creating, organizing, and sharing digital resources, as well as tips for managing and engaging students in a virtual learning environment. This workshop is ideal for teachers of all levels of experience and subject areas looking to improve their use of technology in education.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Texas Dyslexia Academy 4 is designed to build background knowledge about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and special education from Child Find through the ARD committee process. It provides information about core special education concepts such as Child Find, Full Individual and Initial Evaluations (FIIE), Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees, and Individual Education Program (IEP) development. Participants will gain an understanding of: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Child Find requirements The referral process for an initial evaluation when a specific learning disability (SLD)/dyslexia is suspected Notice of Action-Prior Written Notice (PWN) and Notice of Procedural Safeguards Full individual and initial evaluation (FIIE) Admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meeting and components of the individualized education program (IEP) PLEASE NOTE: In the revised handbook, page 35 states, "When TEA updates the required training above, the member must complete those updated training within one calendar year from the date the revised training was made available."
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
The focus of this session is to learn more about the Standards-Based IEP Process. The primary focus of the training is to review the role of the administrator (or LEA representative in an Admission, Review, or Dismissal (ARD) committee meeting in reviewing the full and individual evaluation (FIE), developing present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) development, drafting measurable annual goals, and objectives if appropriate, and creating a data collection system for progress monitoring. Participants will understand the importance of these components and how their alignment results in a well-developed, individualized program for students with disabilities. The intended audience for this training is administrators who participate as members of the ARD committee as the LEA representative and/or who will monitor and appraise special education teachers. The training will outline their responsibility for ensuring an appropriate individualized education program (IEP) for a student. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Come join our 2025-2026 cohort of K-2 science teachers! Participants will explore hands-on strategies for teaching the properties of matter, with a focus on integrating literacy activities such as vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and writing. Teachers will create resources to take back to their classrooms. This integrated approach allows teachers to build both science content knowledge and literacy skills in their young learners!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room C
Are you preparing to become ESL certified? Join us for an interactive full-day session where we will explore the foundations and framework of ESL instruction. We will take several practice quizzes and become familiar with the ESL TExES 154 Exam format. Everyone will receive access to a study guide and a variety of online resources for further practice. Come away feeling prepared, confident, and ready to ace the test!
Max Participants:
48
Min Participants:
16
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Mentoring is key to new teachers’ success! This two-day training explores the tools and skills needed to effectively coach and mentor new teachers. Administrators, teachers, instructional coaches, PLC leaders, and others with a heart for teaching will leave the training ready to mentor new teachers in their district and on their campus. Participants will be provided a copy of the workbook "Mentoring and Coaching: Helping New Teachers Succeed." This is a two-day session and participants must attend both days. You need only to register for Day 1.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
44
361540 - Educating Students Experiencing Homelessness, Instability, & Disengagement with Ruben Perez
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Deep dive into Dr. Ruby Payne's newest book, Educating Students Experiencing Homelessness, Instability, and Disengagement, during this workshop. We will also discuss the positive influence of safety and belonging on the prefrontal cortex. This training provides tools for negotiating the abstract realities of school and raising achievement; it reveals strategies for calming students and explores how to build a wider community of support. Our speaker, Ruben Perez, will walk through how the instability of resources, time demands, and the demands of the environment negatively impact students and how to address this problem.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
19
Date: 6/25/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The focus of this session is to learn about the Standards-Based IEP Process and the connection to the full and individual evaluation (FIE). The primary focus of the training is on role of the multidisciplinary evaluation team and the FIE essential elements to support the development of the student's present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP), drafting measurable annual goals (and short-term objectives/benchmarks if necessary), and ensuring data collection and progress reporting. Participants will understand the importance of these components (FIE, PLAAFP statement, and annual goals) and how their alignment results in a well-developed program for students with disabilities. The intended audience for this training is special education evaluation personnel, including school psychologists/licensed specialists in school psychology (LSSPs), educational diagnosticians, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and others who are responsible for evaluating a student and writing the report. TSHA credit is pending. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This training program is intended for new and aspiring school nutrition program managers and directors with five years or less experience. Lessons provide an overview of school nutrition programs, define the role and responsibilities of a manager or director, and review the relationship between local policies and State/Federal regulations. The course has been developed to encourage open-group discussion so participants can be actively involved in learning the skills and knowledge needed for the daily operation of school nutrition programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Texas Dyslexia Academy 1: Dyslexia Foundations is the first of seven training opportunities developed to assist school districts and charter schools regarding dyslexia and related disorders. In this course, participants will learn how students acquire reading skills, why some students struggle in reading, what dyslexia is, and how to know whether dyslexia is the cause of a student’s reading difficulties. The objectives for this course are: • Explore the elements of reading • Define dyslexia, its characteristics, and related disorders • Explore the common risk factors for dyslexia • Understand associated academic difficulties and other conditions PLEASE NOTE: In the revised handbook, page 35 states, "When TEA updates the required trainings above, the member must complete those updated trainings within one calendar year from the date the revised training was made available."
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Gilmer ISD - Gilmer H S
Step into the CTE Teacher Academy: Igniting Excellence in Career and Technical Education Instruction hosted by Gilmer ISD. In the morning, engage in whole-group-driven sessions, then transition into afternoon breakout sessions led by master teachers, tailored to each program of study within diverse CTE fields, including discussions. Connect with peers, exchange innovative strategies, and depart with fresh inspiration to enhance your CTE curriculum. Don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity for professional development!
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Kids need to understand civics too! Join us as we explore hands-on activities and children’s literature that will help teachers lay a foundation for teaching responsible citizenship and celebrating America’s beliefs and principles. The institute will provide resources to address: Characteristics of good citizens Community helpers Symbols, customs, and celebrations that represent America’s identity These concepts are explored through guided and shared reading/writing opportunities appropriate for kindergarten through 3rd-grade students. To support the teaching of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) a variety of rich materials such as historical children’s books, primary sources, poems, songs, and biographies are part of this professional learning. Explore lessons and strategies that support student success and enrich the existing curriculum. Participants receive access to all materials upon completion of the course. Registration is free and participants will receive lunch and all materials.
Max Participants:
26
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Come join our 2025-2026 Grade 3-5 cohort of science teachers! We will explore the properties of matter through engaging hands-on activities aligned to Grades 3-5 TEKS, while also preparing students for the Texas Science STAAR. Teachers will investigate key concepts like mass, magnetism, mixtures, solutions, and changes in state. The session includes opportunities for collaboration, a make-and-take vocabulary game to reinforce key concepts, and STAAR-aligned questioning strategies to deepen understanding. This workshop blends collaboration, hands-on learning, make-and-take activities, and STAAR preparation, ensuring teachers are equipped with practical tools for engaging their students in mastering the properties of matter.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Discover innovative technology tools that can transform your library or classroom into a dynamic and engaging learning environment. In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore a variety of tech tools, apps, and resources designed to enhance teaching.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: University - Kilgore College
Bard & Breakfast is back. The Texas Shakespeare Festival will be held at Kilgore College. This program was made possible in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts. There are no coop discounts for this workshop. For more information, contact Meaghan Simpson, Artistic Director for Texas Shakespeare Festival, at 903-983-8613, or you can copy and paste the following URL: https://www.texasshakespeare.com/teacher-workshop. ****A limited number of scholarships are available****
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new or veteran teacher who has access to an ABLLS-R kit but doesn't know exactly how to use it? Well, this is the training for you! Come learn how to use this research-based tool to identify foundational skills students need to acquire academic skills. Discover how this assessment can help determine both splinter skills and skill deficits that can be addressed in small groups, stations, and during 1-1 time. Participants will need access to an ABLLS-R kit provided by their district. Please use the Zoom link provided to participate in this training virtually.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Region 7 Lobby
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:15 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Get Amped for the Summer Tour 2025: Region 7 ESC G/T Conference! Crank up your creativity and flex those teaching muscles at this year’s rock-inspired G/T event! This year, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. John Spencer as our MindFlex 2025 keynote speaker! A former middle school teacher and NAGC 2024 Keynote, Dr. Spencer is on a mission to help educators unleash student creativity. His inspiring keynote will challenge us to rethink innovation, embracing vintage ideas, tools, and strategies in fresh, relevant ways. PLUS—thanks to our incredible sponsor LEGO®, lunch is provided for all attendees! From interactive sessions to door prizes, this is your backstage pass to revolutionizing gifted education. Don’t miss out—grab your spot and get ready to rock your G/T update like never before! This conference satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this session, you will acquire the necessary skills to plan read-alouds with a clear purpose. You will have the opportunity to read in groups and practice the skills learned, followed by an afternoon of planning with your own books. We encourage you to bring your favorite read-alouds along with books that fit your thematic units. By the end of the session, you will have pre-planned, explicit lessons focusing on vocabulary, comprehension, and concepts of print.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Joan Sedita’s innovative Writing Rope weaves multiple skills and strategies into five fundamentals of a comprehensive writing curriculum: critical thinking, syntax (sentence structure) text structure, writing craft, and transcription (spelling and handwriting). Teachers will get crystal-clear guidelines that demystify the process of helping students learn to write and write to learn across academic content areas. Teachers will have all the tools they need to design and deliver explicit, high-quality writing instruction.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/27/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Big Sandy ISD - Administration
Lone Star Governance (LSG) is an optional, first-of-its-kind training initiative. Founded on research, LSG is a continuous-improvement model for governing teams—boards in collaboration with their superintendents—who choose to focus intensely on only one primary objective: improving student outcomes. The purpose of Lone Star Governance is to provide coaching and support, through a continuous-improvement framework, for school governing teams that choose and commit to intensively focus on the objective to improve student outcomes. Lone Star Governance accomplishes this intense focus through tailored coaching aligned to the five pillars of the Texas Framework for School Board Development: Vision, Accountability, Structure, Advocacy, and Unity. In addition to the primary focus on improving student outcomes, Lone Star Governance provides systems for governing legal and fiscal responsibilities.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Join us for an engaging session where we dive deep into Google Classroom, the ultimate digital classroom tool. we'll discuss practical insights, time-saving hacks, and creative strategies to make your Google Classroom experience more effective and enjoyable. Whether you're a tech-savvy teacher or just getting started, this workshop will help you master the art of online teaching. Let's explore the digital world of education together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS) is open to administrators who are principals or will be evaluating principals using the T-PESS model. The training is designed to develop appraiser understanding of the T-PESS rubric, including how the indicators and descriptors are represented through essential leadership actions.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Join us for this interactive session where you will experience small-group literacy instruction in various grade levels and tiers. We will simulate teacher-student interactions using appropriate texts and/or skills-based strategies and activities. After a brief overview of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 instruction and best practices, participants will role-play in grade-level and tiered small-group instruction, which will be based on mock data.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This workshop is day two of a two-part series that will explore the Rubric of Effective Practices and how it applies to teaching students with complex access needs. Day 2 will focus on Designing and Supporting Instruction and Supporting Communication.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Are your students exhibiting anxiety in Math? Discover effective strategies to help K-12 students overcome math anxiety in this engaging workshop for educators and counselors. Learn to recognize signs, implement supportive techniques, and foster a positive learning environment to boost student confidence in the math classroom.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Empower all learners in your elementary science classroom with strategies, behavior supports, and STAAR-allowable supplemental aids. This hands-on workshop will equip educators with practical tools to modify lessons, manage student behaviors, and ensure all students, including those with special needs, can thrive during science labs and investigations.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 6/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Pine Room*
This meeting will be held to discuss Transportation reports, training and questions regarding Transportation.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
For gifted students to demonstrate academic growth, they must be challenged, but what if they refuse to accept that challenge? Students may not realize the influence effort has on their success with difficult tasks. Participants will study various approaches for reinforcing effort and providing recognition to enhance students’ learning and encourage them to take educational risks. This course is based on Marzano’s nine instructional strategies. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Choice and challenge motivate learners. Menus can offer activities that extend the key concepts, appeal to several learning styles, and require students to think at higher levels of complexity. Participants will examine and create menus that offer choices to learners. Participants will research online sites, answer forum questions, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments by the deadline to receive credit. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Join us for a dynamic day of hands-on exploration and discovery with robotics! Connect with fellow educators to share ideas and strategies while exploring the fundamentals of robotics. Examine innovative ways to leverage the interdisciplinary nature of robotics to enhance learning across all subjects while incorporating critical thinking and teamwork. To enhance our learning experience, participants are encouraged but are not required to bring a robot and laptop. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Discovery Education is a do-it-all tool. From interactive lessons to student-centered activities to formative assessments, Discovery Ed can actually do it all! Come spend some time learning the Discovery Education Experience platform, explore the interactive lesson tools, and create lessons to take back with you in this engaging, interactive workshop.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Jumpstart Your K-5 Science Classroom: Routines, Procedures, and the Science Standards! This hands-on workshop is designed for beginning K-5 science teachers to help them effectively plan for Science instruction. Participants will explore key routines and procedures, learn strategies for organizing their science classrooms, and engage in grade-specific labs addressing core matter standards. We will also create a template for science journal setup, review essential safety needs, and leave with practical tools and strategies for a successful school year.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Whitehouse ISD - Administration
A Campus Trauma Team Training for non-medical individuals is designed to prepare staff and faculty to effectively respond to trauma situations on campus, especially in emergencies where medical professionals may not be immediately available. The training focuses on mass casualty triage, safety protocols, communication, and leadership during a crisis. The address for the workshop is the Whitehouse ISD Education Service Center at 104 HWY 110N, Whitehouse, TX, 75791
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Curious about how to shift your math instruction from passive learning to active thinking? Join us for an energizing introduction to Peter Liljedahl’s "Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics", now including insights from his newest book with a specific focus on elementary learners. This session bridges theory and practice—showcasing how you can build thinking routines and classroom structures that work for younger learners. Whether you’re new to the Thinking Classroom model or ready to take your first steps, you’ll walk away with concrete strategies, ready-to-use routines, and a fresh perspective on what math instruction can look like.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Words are traditionally classified as parts of speech based on their usage in a sentence. Multisensory Grammar & Written Composition takes this abstract idea and makes it concrete, understandable, and fun. Color codes are used to introduce and reinforce the definitions of the parts of speech. Hands-on activities further students’ understanding of the different parts of speech. Sentence pattern cards help students compose original sentences of varying length and complexity. Multisensory Grammar & Written Composition is appropriate for all grade levels and supplements any language arts curriculum. *****There will be a $45.00 book fee for this workshop. Payment/Purchase Order must be received by June 24, 2025 in order to not be dropped from the class.****
Max Participants:
14
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
The School Health Teacher Leadership is a focused gathering of school health teachers aimed at promoting collaboration, sharing best practices, and building a strong professional network. This meeting provides an opportunity for educators from different districts to come together, exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and learn from each other's experiences in the field of school health. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their successful strategies, initiatives, and programs that have had a positive impact on student health and well-being.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
This session will provide information on Early Head Start Performance Standards, rules, and regulations. Curriculum fidelity and new teacher information will also be shared. Teachers will focus on curriculum planning, classroom management, and component updates.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Cypress Room*
Campus and district leaders who engaged in School-Wide Culture Routines and Materials Internalization Alignment can participate in a working lab with Texas Instructional Leadership Coaches to ensure the development of their SCR and MIA implementation plans.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 7/8/2025. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. The focus of this 2-day workshop is developing present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) development based on student data, drafting annual goals (academic and/or functional) and objectives (if appropriate), and collecting data for reporting progress. Participants will understand the importance of these components and how their alignment results in an appropriate and ambitious individualized education program for students receiving special education and related services. The intended audience for this training is special education teachers, related service providers, and any other professional staff responsible for drafting a student’s IEP, including present levels of academic achievement and functional performance and measurable annual goals. This training was created by the Child Find, Evaluation, and ARD Support Statewide Technical Assistance Network in collaboration with the Texas Education Agency. TSHA credit approved.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Texas Dyslexia Academy 3: Considerations for Emergent Bilingual Students is the third of six training opportunities developed to assist school districts and charter schools regarding dyslexia and related disorders. In this course, participants will receive a general overview of the unique needs of emergent bilingual students within the dyslexia evaluation process. The objectives for this course are: • Understand how The Dyslexia Handbook, 2024 Update addresses emergent bilingual students • Understand the process of second language acquisition • Learn about the benefits of bilingualism • Explore the various types of alphabetic systems that exist around the world • Understand data gathering and formal evaluation • Explore instructional programming for emergent bilingual students
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Join us for an interactive workshop that merges the magic of literature with the power of mathematics to boost critical thinking skills. By exploring literature through a mathematical perspective, we will reveal hidden mathematical connections and encourage fresh, critical insights into math! Discover how picture books can enhance critical thinking through mathematical inquiry and investigation and how math integration can deepen the understanding of literature. This workshop is perfect for K-5 educators aiming to enrich their students' learning experiences and foster interdisciplinary connections in the classroom. Bring your favorite literature pieces to share and explore how this approach can guide students to develop a deeper understanding of both math concepts and the art of thinking critically. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Come join our 2025-2026 cohort of K-2 science teachers! Participants will explore hands-on strategies for teaching the properties of matter, with a focus on integrating literacy activities such as vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and writing. Teachers will create resources to take back to their classrooms. This integrated approach allows teachers to build both science content knowledge and literacy skills in their young learners!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Whether you are a veteran or a newbie, we all want the same thing...a successful school year! Let’s embark on a journey of success as we cruise into the school year with practical ideas to address the climate and culture of your classroom and systems and procedures for classroom management. This workshop is designed for every grade level and situation.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Have you enjoyed some amazing books this year? Librarians, ELAR teachers, and book enthusiasts are invited to join us for an engaging workshop where we’ll discuss outstanding books and share innovative ways to get students excited about reading! Bring 3 to 5 book recommendations to share with fellow participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for great books as well as discussing ways to connect the books with STEM lessons. Sign up today!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Campus and district leaders who engaged in School-Wide Culture Routines and Materials Internalization Alignment can participate in a working lab with Texas Instructional Leadership Coaches to ensure the development of their SCR and MIA implementation plans.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/7/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Have you had a day start off well, hit a big bump, and wondered, 'What just happened?' This workshop will teach or remind you of all the basics of early childhood classroom management from visuals and layout to routines and rituals. Conscious Discipline and developmentally appropriate practices will be the cornerstone of this session.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
This course is designed to assist personnel responsible for managing the operational, financial, and procurement functions of child and adult nutrition programs with procedural knowledge and resources to prepare for an Administrative Review. This course is not designed to teach the programmatic concepts of operating the CACFP. Objectives: • Understand the purpose, structure, and scope of the Administrative Review. • Understand the Top Findings identified through Administrative Reviews.• Review best practices to prevent non-compliance.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
This training program is intended for new and aspiring school nutrition program managers and directors with five years or less experience. Lessons provide an overview of school nutrition programs, define the role and responsibilities of a manager or director, and review the relationship between local policies and State/Federal regulations. The course has been developed to encourage open-group discussion so participants can be actively involved in learning the skills and knowledge needed for the daily operation of school nutrition programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Counselors who work with gifted/talented students are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional development that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students, service options for gifted/talented students, and social-emotional learning (19 TAC 89.2(4)). This training meets the requirements of the TAC. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Join us for a deep dive into the MagicSchool platform. We'll explore the MagicSchool tools in depth and discuss how they can help make us more efficient and more creative teachers. Then we will explore the MagicStudent tools and discover how to incorporate AI into our student lessons and activities. This will be a dynamic learning experience with AI tools and will prepare you for innovation in the classroom!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Texas Dyslexia Academy 5: Screening for Dyslexia focuses on the universal screening process for dyslexia and reading development. The objectives for this course are: Understand the importance of early screening Understand the state screening requirements Define universal screening for dyslexia and related disorders Become familiar with guidelines for the administration of screening instruments Explore interpretation of screening results Understand the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) requirements related to screening Understand best practices for ongoing progress monitoring Suggested staff: All educators and administrators, particularly kindergarten and first grade staff who are involved in selecting, administering, and/or interpreting dyslexia screening results.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Are you ready to dive into the Reading Language Arts Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and unlock their full potential for your classroom? This hands-on professional development workshop is designed to help educators unpack the TEKS, ensuring a clear understanding of the standards and how to integrate them effectively into instruction. Join us to gain a deep understanding of the structure, purpose, and progression of the Reading Language Arts TEKS, including how the strands work together to build student literacy and how to use assessment data to impact instruction.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This virtual training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults, children, and infants. 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
The "Poverty Simulation" is a tool that helps participants rethink the challenges that millions of low-income individuals must face each and every day. More importantly, this tool helps people identify areas of change that can directly impact the effects of poverty on individuals, families, and communities. The simulation breaks down stereotypes by allowing participants to step into the real-life situations of others. Poverty is often portrayed as a stand-alone issue, but this simulation allows individuals to walk a month in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty and realize how complex and interconnected issues of poverty really are.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
30
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This comprehensive session is crafted to equip educators, support staff, and administrators with effective strategies for understanding, managing, and fostering positive behavior in students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Explore evidence-based practices and practical interventions designed to prevent and respond to challenging behavior. These practices are rooted in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and can be applied across a student’s school day. Join us as we share wisdom, exchange experiences, and empower you with the skills needed to create a positive impact in the lives of students with ASD.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
How do we engage our students to master material or particular skills while focusing on literacy? How do we teach our students to work together and help each other learn? These questions can be answered using small groups in all classrooms. In this session, you will learn how to use your small groups to introduce your topic, foster curiosity, or help your students master course content.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hawkins ISD - Hawkins H S
Teachers will be qualified to inspect student welding in order for them to be successful in obtaining an AWS certification through Certified Welding and Testing Company. The 3-day workshop will equip the teacher with the skills needed to submit student qualifications to the company. This workshop will be held at Hawkins High School.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
20
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Texas Dyslexia Academy 6: Dysgraphia provides educators with foundational information about dysgraphia, which is a related disorder to dyslexia. In this course, participants explore how students acquire writing skills, what dysgraphia is, the identification process, and the provision of services for students with dysgraphia as outlined in the Dyslexia Handbook. The objectives for this course are: Understand the simple view of writing and the stages of handwriting development Understand the definition and characteristics of dysgraphia Understand the procedures for the identification of dysgraphia Explore instruction for students with dysgraphia Explore instructional accommodations and technology tools
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2025
Start Time: 3:30 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Hickory
This is a closed session for students in the Texas Woman's University (TWU) Master's Program for Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
Max Participants:
2
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:45 AM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 10:15 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 2:30 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 2:30 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 2:30 PM
End Time: 2:45 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Are you ready to reach new heights in supporting emergent bilingual students? This year’s conference is all about elevating your mindset and discovering the tools to scale the highest peaks of teaching success. Picture yourself at the trailhead, ready to embark on a transformative journey. With each keynote, breakout session, and collaboration opportunity, you'll gain the confidence and strategies needed to climb even the steepest educational challenges. Our adventure begins with the inspiring Craig Toney, whose keynote will motivate you to think bigger and bolder. Together, we’ll explore innovative practices, share successes, and find solutions to empower our students to soar. Pack your enthusiasm, and join us for two days of exploration, growth, and connection. Let’s conquer the summit together and elevate, not only our mindset, but also the future of our students!
Max Participants:
215
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
This interactive professional development workshop is designed for Early Head Start teachers committed to creating nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environments. Using the Early Head Start Program Performance Standards as a foundation, participants will explore best practices in classroom setup, curriculum planning, and classroom management.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Community Connections
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This training will take place at Community Connections- 501 Pine Tree Rd, Longview, TX 75604 in their library.****
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: University - University of Texas at Tyler
Students must be safe and healthy in order to optimally learn. The role of the school nurse as a health leader in the school is essential in supporting the well-being of students. School nurses will be able to describe their role regarding hot topics relevant to the school setting. This conference will be held at UT Tyler UC Ballroom, Circle Dr, Tyler, TX 75799. CNEs will be awarded through the University of Texas at Tyler School of Nursing.
Max Participants:
140
Min Participants:
63
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Huntington ISD - Huntington El
In this session, campus leadership teams will learn how to develop strong systems for regular observation of teachers and provide timely feedback. Through practice-based professional development and implementation support, campus and district leaders will learn Paul Bambrick-Santoyo's protocol to guide effective instructional practices in every classroom. Leaders will learn how to guide teachers to see a model of success, name a bite-sized action step, and take immediate action that supports growth and development. Participants in the Observation Feedback Cohort will engage in Face to Face Training, Implementation Support, and Principal Supervisor Coaching Sessions. **Participants will be registered after Region 7 receives a signed Customized Service Agreement naming all leaders engaging in training**
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: AT Lab
This workshop addresses the development of Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFPs), Goals/Objectives, and Progress Monitoring Methods of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities. As part of this training, a Quality and Rigor Rubric has been created by TXCAN and TEA to guide you in the development process. Educators will: Understand critical components of the IEP, including PLAAFP, Goals/Objectives, and Progress Monitoring Methods. Apply the Quality & Rigor Rubric to the PLAAFP, Goals/Objectives, and Progress Monitoring sections to create PLAAFPs, Goals/Objectives, and Progress Monitoring Methods that are rigorous and of the highest quality.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this session, we will explore effective strategies to enhance student outcomes through explicit instruction in MTSS. Participants will learn about the research behind this methodology and how to implement it using TEA TIER (Tiered Interventions Using Evidence-Based Research) materials and resources. We will also apply content-specific strategies for ELAR and Math to cement our understanding of the benefit of instructional routines for TIERed intervention. Collaborate with peers to design impactful support systems that promote success for all learners by applying proven explicit instruction techniques. Participants will attend via Zoom.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
This interactive professional development workshop is designed for Early Head Start teachers committed to creating nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environments. Using the Early Head Start Program Performance Standards as a foundation, participants will explore best practices in classroom setup, curriculum planning, and classroom management.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/10/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Administrators as well as teachers who have supervisory duties for service decisions related to gifted/talented are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional development that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students and service options for gifted/talented students. (19 TAC 89.2(4)) This workshop satisfies the required provisions in law. This workshop is free to all Region 7 Districts and Charters.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Step into a workshop that combines games with the transformative Depth and Complexity framework to elevate learning in secondary ELAR, Social Studies, and Humanities classrooms. Educators will explore the research on games’ impact on engagement and critical thinking, and then design their own subject-specific educational games. End the day with a lively game exchange, sharing ideas and innovation with fellow educators. Join us to bring play, creativity, and depth into your teaching toolkit! This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and G/T Professional Development Coop.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Unlock the power of innovation in this hands-on workshop where science meets technology! Participants will explore the basics of block coding and VPython, discovering how these tools can enhance science and STEM classrooms. Through guided activities, you'll apply coding concepts to real-world challenges and design interactive simulations. This workshop is perfect for educators, tech enthusiasts, and lifelong learners! *LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED* Registration must be submitted by 7/9/25.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Do you struggle with making sense of your literacy block schedule? How does it all fit in? In this session, we will connect decodable readers with the Science of Teaching Reading, identify when and how decodable readers should be used, where comprehension fits in, and how to effectively integrate a variety of texts. We will also explore and discuss current district literacy resources and how they fit into the literacy block and intervention tiers, including a special emphasis on small-group instruction. Participants will need to bring a current (or anticipated) daily schedule and a laptop or device.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Join us for a dynamic workshop tailored for early childhood educators focused on nurturing early numeracy. Explore creative ways to introduce counting, patterns, and problem-solving through play-based activities, engaging stories, and everyday interactions. This session offers practical strategies to integrate math seamlessly into your classroom, helping young children develop a strong and joyful foundation in math. Join us to discover how to make numbers and math concepts an exciting part of your students' learning journey!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
The Ready Bodies, Learning Minds© (RBLM) program emphasizes the powerful and essential connection between motor and sensory development and the ability to perform the many tasks necessary for independence, behavioral control, and academic achievement for all students. The results of an action study involving approximately 200 students and the Ready Bodies Motor Lab will also be discussed, as well as classroom strategies. We recognize physical activity is important to learning, but why? And how do we address this in schools? RBLM explores our physiological systems within the context of the Dynamic Systems theory, the theory of Embodied Cognition, and our current culture of education.
Max Participants:
215
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Providing safe and adequate nutrition during the school day falls under the purview of the license of a speech-language pathologist or occupational therapist, as we provide a free and appropriate public education to the students we serve. This presentation will address the ethical issues associated with and the need for assessment and management of feeding and swallowing disorders in the school setting. Identification of key elements in performing a feeding and swallowing assessment in the school setting and creating a school-based feeding plan will be discussed. This session will satisfy the Ethics requirements for the Texas state license and for ASHA certification maintenance.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a layered training plan designed to support all our special education and general education staff with the development and implementation of the Standards-Based IEP (SB IEP) Process, including developing PLAAFP statements, drafting measurable annual goals, and creating data collection systems for progress monitoring. The plan is to utilize the asynchronous SB IEP Process training course in TEALearn (an interactive, on-demand learning experience) in conjunction with ESC-facilitated training designed to extend your learning and understanding of the content in the course. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/11/2025
Start Time: 9:45 AM
End Time: 4:15 PM
Location: The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
Join the education team at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum for the annual Region 7 Education Service Center Teaching the Holocaust summer workshop series. This professional learning opportunity will be held in conjunction with the museum’s Summer Survivor Speaker Series. Teachers will tour the Holocaust/Shoah Wing, the Human Rights Wing, and the Pivot to America Wing of the museum, as well as hear live testimony of a survivor, refugee, or second-generation survivor. Teachers will meet with museum educators to gain access to the vast resources available to teach students of all ages about the Holocaust, Human Rights, and local and national Upstanders. The DHHRM is a world-class museum with an exceptional education team ready to help you design instruction for your classroom. Teachers will receive light snacks and lunch at the museum, free parking, free admission into the museum, free admission into the Summer Survivor Speaker Series in the Cinemark Theater, a $25 gas stipend (mailed after the visit), and resources to take back to the classroom. Resources are available for all ages.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Refresh your creative spirit and explore the vibrant art of encaustics in this immersive workshop designed for fine arts teachers. Through hands-on activities, you’ll learn to layer, fuse, and manipulate hot wax to create richly textured, captivating artwork perfect for introducing to older students. In addition to building your skillset, this workshop offers a space for you to fill your own creative bucket, reigniting the passion you bring to your classroom. Walk away inspired, with new techniques and a personal encaustic piece, ready to share the magic of encaustics with your students!
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages.**
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Birch Room*
Principal Managers engaging in Texas Instructional Leadership will select either the AM or PM session in order to: -Review TIL Implementation and Rollout plans against the Fidelity of Implementation Tool -Receive coaching feedback and suggested upgrades to rollout plans from ESC TIL Coaches -Upgrade implementation plans prior to campus/district rollout
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Palestine ISD - Palestine H S
Want to add to your G/T Tool Kit? Join us for this comprehensive, in-person session at Palestine High School to explore resources, strategies, and best practices for effectively identifying and meeting the unique needs of gifted learners. Participants will leave with strategies and ideas to level up their G/T practices and empower gifted and talented students. This workshop was developed at the request of Palestine ISD and will take place on their campus. While it is primarily intended for Palestine ISD employees, Region 7 district staff who are members of the G/T Coop or G/T Professional Development Coop are welcome to attend, as space allows. This session meets the state requirement for a 6-hour G/T update. If your district is a member of the Region 7 G/T Coop and would like to bring this workshop to your campus at no cost, please contact a member of the Region 7 G/T Team.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sabine ISD - More than one campus
Reconciliation of the school calendar and assessment building has a key place in a balanced and informed instructional cycle. Assessment supports teachers in measuring the validity of their instruction and the level of student success. This workshop will discuss how to assess and build assessments with the TCMPC platform.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Today's classroom instruction should include several common practices that are designed to meet the needs of all learners. How do we support school improvement and improve outcomes for students when there isn't a "one size fits all" program? This workshop will dive into the evidence-based research that supports high-quality classroom instruction and interventions. Universal Design Learning (UDL), scaffolding, differentiation, explicit instruction, and other practices will be discussed for filling in gaps through Tier 1 instruction and other scheduled intervention times. We will dive into scenarios that help us determine the distinctions between intervening, accommodating, and modifying student learning with and without disabilities.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain't no passing craze. Does student behavior have you stressed? Classroom management is the process by which teachers create and maintain appropriate behavior of students in classroom settings. It does not happen by accident! Join us for this session to discover processes and procedures to implement in your classroom to make your life much easier! Walk away singing Hakuna Matata!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Is AI something we can trust in the hands of our students? Join us for an administrator's round table on the potential of using AI tools in the classroom. What are the ethical considerations? What is best practice? How can we teach our students (and teachers) the appropriate ways to use AI tools for positive learning outcomes and mitigate potential misuse of the technology?
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Quitman ISD - Administration
This work session will engage District Leadership Teams for MTSS and Inclusive Practices in a self-assessment needs analysis. Using data to assess the system's current state will identify strengths, challenges, and areas in need of improvement within the district. When data is used to identify organizational needs, solutions turn into action plans to set up the necessary infrastructure and resources to support a systemic change approach. This workshop is for Quitman ISD staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Malcolm Rector Center for Advanced Careers & Innovation
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K-12: The focus of this session will be applications for classroom integration of creative thinking skills and creative problem solving across content areas. This workshop does not count as a 6 hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics may be taken in any order. This workshop is being held at Nacogdoches ISD. Members of the Region 7 G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package are eligible to attend, space permitting.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Spring Hill ISD - Spring Hill Int
This workshop will help you better understand how to teach activities to your students. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers about ways that work for you. We will go through lessons and activities you know and some you might not. Come have fun with other Physical Education professionals. The workshop will be held at the Spring Hill Intermediate Gym, located at 3211 Spring Hill Road, Longview, TX 75605. Lunch will be provided.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Principal Managers engaging in Texas Instructional Leadership will select either the AM or PM session in order to: -Review TIL Implementation and Rollout plans against the Fidelity of Implementation Tool -Receive coaching feedback and suggested upgrades to rollout plans from ESC TIL Coaches -Upgrade implementation plans prior to campus/district rollout
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lobby
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our second annual Illuminate Conference, a dynamic and inclusive curriculum conference for 2025 tailored for educators across all grades and content areas, with a special focus on math, science, social studies, and ELAR. This transformative event brings together passionate teachers, curriculum specialists, and educational leaders to explore innovative approaches, share best practices, and ignite a collective commitment to advancing education. The conference will feature keynote speaker Jon Corippo, plus a variety of microsessions, a vendor hall, and giveaways. Closer to the conference, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register for microsessions. At Illuminate, we aim to illuminate the path to educational excellence, fostering collaboration and inspiring transformative teaching practices. Join us on this enlightening journey as we collectively shape the future of education.
Max Participants:
240
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Waskom ISD - Administration
In this one-day session, district and campus leaders will revisit key takeaways from last summer’s original DDI (Data-Driven Instruction) training. The session will focus on helping teachers make the most of their instructional time - spending less time on content students have already mastered, and more time addressing student learning needs. Leaders will work to answer two essential questions: How do I know my students are learning? If they aren’t, what actions should I take? Participants will engage with the data protocol developed by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo, which has been implemented district-wide over the past school year. New attendees will receive copies of Driven by Data 2.0 and Leverage Leadership 2.0 to support continued implementation of DDI practices in their schools.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Birch Room*
In this session, principals will be equipped with turnkey presentation materials and a toolbox of proven professional development delivery techniques to create impactful T-TESS Overviews that resonate with teachers. Learn how to engage your staff effectively, present key concepts clearly, and foster a deep understanding of the T-TESS process. This session will provide practical tools to help you deliver annual overviews that not only inform but inspire teacher growth and success. By the end, you’ll have everything you need to ensure your T-TESS overviews are memorable and meaningful and lead to stronger instructional practices.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This workshop provides participants with the foundational tools to understand Executive Function Deficits. Students with Executive Function Deficits have trouble controlling emotions & impulses, understanding different points of view, and starting, organizing, planning, or completing tasks. Other challenges may include listening and paying attention, multi-tasking or balancing tasks, and short-term memory. Participants will learn strategies and supports to increase pro-social skills with Executive Function and reduce behaviors.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Rusk ISD - Administration
During this workshop, participants will focus on some key components that will support them in their paraprofessional role. Learning objectives will include building relationships, paraprofessional responsibilities, elevating standards of professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, and parents, FERPA and confidentiality in the school setting, proactive student supervision, and general strategies for classroom management. This workshop is for Rusk ISD only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Unlock the full potential of your MTSS problem-solving teams with this practical workshop designed to clarify roles, streamline collaboration, and drive student-centered results. Participants will explore TEA TIER (Tiered Interventions Using Evidence-Based Research) materials and resources to understand key responsibilities within the district/campus team and learn proven strategies for conducting effective, goal-oriented meetings. Emphasis will be placed on leveraging the strengths of each team member, building an organized structure, setting actionable objectives, and using data to inform decisions. Whether refining existing practices or building new systems, this session offers the tools and insights to enhance team performance and student outcomes. Participants will attend via Zoom.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/16/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
In this session, principals will be equipped with turnkey presentation materials and a toolbox of proven professional development delivery techniques to create impactful T-TESS Overviews that resonate with teachers. Learn how to engage your staff effectively, present key concepts clearly, and foster a deep understanding of the T-TESS process. This session will provide practical tools to help you deliver annual overviews that not only inform but inspire teacher growth and success. By the end, you’ll have everything you need to ensure your T-TESS overviews are memorable and meaningful and lead to stronger instructional practices.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
In this mandatory training, recipients will receive information regarding grant requirements and resources developed by the Texas Center for Student Supports (TCSS). This meeting is for grant leaders from the following districts: Chapel Hill, Longview, Fruitvale, and Lufkin.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
This three-day academy for grade 3 covers effective and systematic instructional practices in mathematics. Educators who complete the academy can receive a $350 stipend, minus taxes, and deductions. Stipend eligibility based on specific requirements: a verified job/grade assignment according to AskTED, first time participation in a Math Academy, and attendance on all three days. Outcomes include: *Build knowledge and comprehension of robust mathematics understanding *Explain learning progressions and identify critical checkpoints for (a) whole number operations based on place value and (b) fraction concepts *Analyze instructional components that develop fluency and number sense *Evaluate instructional components to address diverse learners’ needs *Identify and apply assistive technologies that support conceptual and procedural understanding, problem-solving proficiency, and formative assessment Grade 3 Topics: *Whole number addition and subtraction *Multiplication and division of whole numbers *Fraction concepts
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
These strategic planning cohorts are designed to deepen teachers' understanding of RLA content, instructional planning with TEKS RS, and instructional delivery in collaboration with other RLA teachers from across the region. Each session will include learning regarding challenging RLA learning goals and a grade span model lesson to use in the classroom (K-5, 6-12). Teachers will also receive just-in-time PD/support for hot topics and areas of need such as short constructed response, extended constructed response, cross-curricular connections, and addressing the new item types.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This workshop explores the responsible use of AI tools in academic settings, emphasizing both ethical considerations and the potential for enhancing research and creativity. Participants will learn how to: 1. Understand the capabilities and limitations of AI tools in academic contexts 2. Develop strategies for using AI to support research processes while maintaining academic integrity 3. Explore creative applications of AI that complement, rather than replace, original thinking 4. Navigate ethical considerations and institutional policies regarding AI use in coursework 5. Cultivate critical thinking skills to evaluate AI-generated content Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, teachers will gain insights into leveraging AI as a powerful aid for their students' academic journeys while upholding the principles of academic honesty and intellectual growth.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
In this session, teachers will learn how to effectively use the mCLASS platform to assess and monitor student progress. We will explore how to interpret student data to understand what it reveals about individual and class performance. Teachers will also learn how to identify and apply targeted interventions directly from the platform, and how to accurately score assessments. By the end of this training, participants will have the skills to harness mCLASS data for informed instructional decisions that support student growth.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Hop into the exciting world of EcoLand Teacher Certification, where adventure awaits our Head Start, Pre-K, ECSE, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 teachers! Join us for a “ribbit-ing” experience as we prepare you for the ultimate journey at EcoLand with your students. Our training is not just a requirement; it's a leap into a world of possibilities! During this lively session, you'll become a certified EcoLand expert, learning the ins and outs of the facility, getting the lowdown on enrollment details, and diving into interactive, hands-on activities that align seamlessly with Pre-K Guidelines and TEKS standards. But wait, there's more! Keeping your certification up to date is a breeze – simply join us for an annual visit with your class to maintain your EcoLand guru status. It's not just training; it's a perpetual adventure! Ready to make a splash in the world of education? Jump on board for EcoLand Teacher Certification – where learning and fun go hand-in-hand!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Join us for this interactive session where you will experience small-group literacy instruction in various grade levels and tiers. We will simulate teacher-student interactions using appropriate texts and/or skills-based strategies and activities. After a brief overview of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 instruction and best practices, participants will role-play in grade-level and tiered small-group instruction, which will be based on mock data.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Sabine ISD - Administration
In this session, we will walk through the TEA-created document titled "Guidance for the Comprehensive Evaluation of a Specific Learning Disability". Participants will explore the key components of the guidance document, including FIIE evaluation procedures, principles for a comprehensive SLD evaluation, key elements of Texas SLD identification, and documenting the identification of SLD in the FIIE report. Q&A time will be given at the end of the session to allow participants the opportunity to ask follow-up and clarifying questions. This workshop is primarily for Gregg County SSA.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults, children, and infants. 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
The A-F Accountability Framework gives our campuses and districts a grade, but what specific steps can we take to make improvements? During this session, participants will identify areas of accountability where they want to improve, explore actions to take, and how it could look on their campus.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Participants will be trained in the setup and use of the Region 7 Planetarium. In addition, they will explore using it to support grade level TEKS. Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be eligible to check out Region 7's planetarium for use with their students. At least 2 people from a district or campus must attend together. Reservations occur at the end of the summer via Zoom.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Come join our 2025-2026 Grade 3-5 cohort of science teachers! We will explore the properties of matter through engaging hands-on activities aligned to Grades 3-5 TEKS, while also preparing students for the Texas Science STAAR. Teachers will investigate key concepts like mass, magnetism, mixtures, solutions, and changes in state. The session includes opportunities for collaboration, a make-and-take vocabulary game to reinforce key concepts, and STAAR-aligned questioning strategies to deepen understanding. This workshop blends collaboration, hands-on learning, make-and-take activities, and STAAR preparation, ensuring teachers are equipped with practical tools for engaging their students in mastering the properties of matter.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
This workshop will guide participants through the process of designing and building a comprehensive library calendar for the year. Attendees will learn how to plan and schedule events, programs, and services to ensure a well-organized and engaging year for library patrons. The session will cover tools, strategies for effective time management, and tips for aligning the calendar with library goals and community needs. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a clear plan for a dynamic and purposeful library calendar.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
ASCENDER Students software annual student data rollover is a process that closes out the current school year and prepares student records for the next school year.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - More than one campus
In this interactive half-day session, participants will explore how hands-on learning can deepen mathematical understanding for students in grades 3-5. Through the purposeful use of math manipulatives, we will experience strategies that bridge concrete and abstract thinking. Participants will engage with a variety of tools and resources designed to support mathematics instruction and leave equipped with practical ideas to bring math to life in their classrooms. This session is hosted by Lufkin ISD but is open to all Region 7 Districts in the Academic Content Coop (ACC).
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This meeting is for district G/T coordinators and administrators who are responsible for G/T services and programs. Current TEA updates regarding gifted and talented services will be shared along with resources available to districts regarding gifted/talented education. Participants will collaborate with the other G/T coordinators to share best practices and challenges while implementing gifted services.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Waskom ISD - Administration
Participants will deepen their understanding of the T-TESS rubric and the instructional pieces of evidence needed to be a Distinguished teacher and make the connections that will impact their classroom instruction and practices. Participants will unpack the domains/dimensions, observe a lesson, analyze the lesson through the lens of the T-TESS rubric, and finally grasp an understanding of goal setting and write SMART Goals.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - More than one campus
Looking for ways to better meet your students’ diverse math needs? This session is all about using small groups to differentiate in grades 3–5. You’ll learn how to group students flexibly, plan targeted lessons, and walk away with simple strategies and practical tools you can start using right away to boost math growth for all learners. This session is hosted by Lufkin ISD but is open to all Region 7 Districts in the Academic Content Coop (ACC).
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/19/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
This School Board Summit will offer you the opportunity to get your required hours for School Board training with multiples session to attend. Please come enjoy the training and learn new information.
Max Participants:
125
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
The G/T 6-Hour Update and Model United Nations (MUN) Summer Institute is designed for new and experienced MUN teachers who aim to enhance their grasp of the MUN competition. Throughout this training, teachers will explore supplementary projects and their evaluation criteria, engage in scoring simulations within committees, and collaborate on ideas to enhance the MUN program within their school district. This G/T 6-Hour Update aims to ensure that participants acquire the knowledge and tools essential for guiding students through the MUN process confidently and effectively. We welcome seasoned MUN instructors and those new to the program to join us for this event.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
In this session, teachers will learn how to effectively use the mCLASS platform to assess and monitor student progress. We will explore how to interpret student data to understand what it reveals about individual and class performance. Teachers will also learn how to identify and apply targeted interventions directly from the platform, and how to accurately score assessments. By the end of this training, participants will have the skills to harness mCLASS data for informed instructional decisions that support student growth.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
AI can be a game-changer in the field of mathematics education. Integrating AI into math learning can make class time more engaging, personalized, and accessible for students. Come and learn how artificial intelligence can benefit both you as the teacher and even more your students in mathematics. The workshop participants will learn how to use AI and make-and-take activities for immediate use in the classroom.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this virtual workshop, participants will receive information about what trauma is, trauma statistics, and how trauma can present in children. Additionally, they will learn about the neurobiology of trauma, self-regulation techniques, and tips and strategies that school staff can utilize to become more trauma-informed.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This session will look at the definition and characteristics of an intellectual disability. An overview of the evaluation process will be discussed, as well as considerations when choosing your testing battery. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/18/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Learn about a FREE STEM club offered to all Texas students. In partnership with Region 7 EcosySTEM, This is a great way to gain access to math and science supports, Engineering Design Challenges, scholarships, gain access to incredible special events, and connect with local industry to expose students to different career paths. This training will focus on how to set up an engineering club for your district, and highlight the opportunities available through this completely FREE resource.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 3-day training is a prerequisite for Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) evaluators. This AEL training will focus on the tenets of instructional leadership and will provide opportunities for application. AEL training aims to provide practical and relevant examples from the field of education with a balance of research. Participants will explore the five interlocking themes of educational leadership and seven interwoven strands of effective soft skills through scaffolded activities and opportunities for reflection and networking.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA approved training for suicide prevention, and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Elevate your classroom environment through dynamic play-based centers. In this hands-on session, we will explore the art of organizing your classroom space to foster curiosity, creativity, and collaborative learning experiences. From small group instruction to quick, easy, and captivating center ideas, this workshop promises to equip you with innovative strategies to enrich every child's educational journey. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the world of Pre-K teaching, this workshop offers invaluable tools and inspiration to transform your classroom into a vibrant hub of exploration and growth.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
This training program is intended for new and aspiring school nutrition program managers and directors with five years or less experience. Lessons provide an overview of school nutrition programs, define the role and responsibilities of a manager or director, and review the relationship between local policies and State/Federal regulations. The course has been developed to encourage open-group discussion so participants can be actively involved in learning the skills and knowledge needed for the daily operation of school nutrition programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Cedar Room C
Participants will reflect and deepen their understanding of the T-TESS process; tighten calibrations across campuses and the district as required by Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA); reflect on implementation and current impact on self, teachers, students, and the campus; and identify the next steps for growth and development of self and others.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Marshall ISD - More than one campus
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
Reading comprehension is the bi-product of decoding and language comprehension. If students cannot access the print from the page through the act of decoding, they will have limited to no comprehension of the text. This workshop will focus on providing participants with the background of phonics instruction for the upper and middle school student. There will be an emphasis on the connection to the basics of phonics and extend along the continuum through morphology. The understanding of the content and knowledge of evidence based practices will equip teachers with the skills to help facilitate student to "crack the code" for reading increasingly complex texts.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Workshop series day 1 of 4: 8th Grade Social Studies U is a year-long 4-day opportunity to work with other 8th-grade teachers. Teachers will work in groups to review content, examine the TEKS, and develop units. The day will be fast-paced and teacher-centered. Most of the day will be spent planning, collaborating, and working with others. Additional 8th Grade Social Studies U dates are September 18, December 3, and February 19. Day 1 units include Thinking Like a Historian, Colonization, and Revolution
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
The Dyslexia Handbook guides evaluation for dysgraphia. In this workshop, we will explore how a dysgraphia evaluation connects with an evaluation for Specific Learning Disability in Written Expression.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This workshop teaches participants how to safely manage disruptive and assaultive behavior. Completion of the training will certify participants to use verbal, nonverbal, and non-violent physical intervention, disengagement, and holding skills. This program meets the requirements in the Commissioner's Rules for training in prevention and de-escalation techniques and alternatives to the use of restraint as mandated by SB 1196. In order to receive CPI certification, participants must attend and participate in the entire workshop. Tests will not be accepted early. To ensure the comfort and safety of all participants, armed individuals, school resource officers, law enforcement officers, and school marshals are required to ground all weapons for the physical portion of the training. Each person is responsible for grounding their weapons in a manner consistent with their agency's policies and procedures. Participants should wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing. There will be an hour working lunch. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch. This workshop utilizes Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition materials. This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 7/22/25. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. **Participants must attend both days to receive credit/certification.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
30
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us as we dive into the world of forensic science to uncover "Who Killed the Wicked Witch of the West?" Participants will explore the physical properties of matter, such as mass, volume, relative density, and electrical conductivity, through a series of hands-on experiments designed to engage students in critical thinking and scientific inquiry. Teachers will not only learn how to facilitate these experiments but will also delve into strategies for incorporating depth and complexity into their lessons. The session will focus on how to challenge students to think like scientists, make connections between concepts, and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. Educators will leave with practical tools and resources to create a dynamic and enriching science experience in their classrooms.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
"Let’s level up how we connect with families! This interactive session is all about practical ways to communicate with clarity, care, and confidence—no matter the method or message. Whether you're sending a flyer, writing an email, making a call, or sitting down face-to-face, you'll leave with strategies you can use right away. Participants will explore how to: Make phone calls feel more approachable and purposeful; Write clear, concise, and inviting emails and messages; Prepare for face-to-face conversations with confidence; Use active listening and thoughtful dialogue to build stronger connections"
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
17
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Ever wonder how math models evolve across the K–5 journey? In this hands-on session, we’ll explore the progression of representations that support student understanding—from number bonds and ten frames to open number lines, strip diagrams, arrays, area models, and beyond. Aligned with the TEKS, this session connects the dots (literally) across grade levels and deepens your understanding of how concrete, representational, and abstract tools build lasting number sense. Perfect for anyone ready to see math through new lenses—and help students do the same!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Empower your MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) team with the tools and strategies needed to make informed, data-based decisions. This workshop covers the foundations of progress monitoring, including how to identify meaningful trends and interpret variability in student data. We will explore real-world scenarios to gain a better understanding of making your data work for you! Using TEA TIER (Tiered Interventions Using Evidence-Based Research) materials and resources, participants will learn how to use these insights to guide next steps in instruction and intervention, ensuring that every decision is backed by evidence and aimed at improving student outcomes. Participants will attend via Zoom.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elkhart ISD - Administration
Lone Star Governance (LSG) is an optional, first-of-its-kind training initiative. Founded on research, LSG is a continuous-improvement model for governing teams—boards in collaboration with their superintendents—who choose to focus intensely on only one primary objective: improving student outcomes. The purpose of Lone Star Governance is to provide coaching and support, through a continuous-improvement framework, for school governing teams that choose and commit to intensively focus on the objective to improve student outcomes. Lone Star Governance accomplishes this intense focus through tailored coaching aligned to the five pillars of the Texas Framework for School Board Development: Vision, Accountability, Structure, Advocacy, and Unity. In addition to the primary focus on improving student outcomes, Lone Star Governance provides systems for governing legal and fiscal responsibilities.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/21/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room C
Participants will reflect and deepen their understanding of the T-TESS process; tighten calibrations across campuses and the district as required by Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA); reflect on implementation and current impact on self, teachers, students, and the campus; and identify the next steps for growth and development of self and others.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Wills Point ISD Transportation Dept
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Wills Point ISD Transportation Dept
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Wills Point ISD Transportation Dept
School Bus Driver Safety Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 20 hours initial training to bus drivers. This training will provide driver safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $150.00. An instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Center ISD - Center Intermediate
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Center ISD - Center Intermediate
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Center ISD - Center Intermediate
School Bus Driver Safety Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 20 hours initial training to bus drivers. This training will provide driver safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $150.00. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
What is the role of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee? This overview training designed for administrators, teachers, and any staff who is involved in district Bilingual/ESL programs will answer questions such as: How do we identify a student as Emergent Bilingual? Who decides what services the student receives? What are the district responsibilities for serving Emergent Bilingual students? Receive updates and clarification of the state and federal requirements for serving Emergent Bilinguals (English learners), so you can conduct effective LPAC meetings throughout the school year. It is a best practice that all LPAC members be annually trained.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Marshall ISD - More than one campus
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Hallsville H S
The Teachers Institute on Wireless Technology introduces schoolteachers to the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math connections of wireless technologies. The TI program is filled with lectures, hands-on activities, and demonstrations to inspire teachers to inspire their students by using tools and strategies to introduce basic electronics, radio science, satellite communications, Amateur Radio, and electronic sensors to their students. The goal of TI-1 is to introduce teachers to the basics of electronic principles, radio frequency propagation, and antennas. Teachers will gain knowledge through classroom instruction and apply the knowledge in various hands-on experiences, including circuit building, antenna building, soldering, and fox hunting. Teachers will return to their classrooms with equipment to implement in their instruction, including a handheld directional antenna and a Software Defined Radio. Amateur Radio licensed teachers will also receive a Fox transmitter and two HT radios. There are license testing opportunities during this program.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Program Director, or do you need a refresher? This session is for you! Join us for a two-day Fed Camp as we outline the basics of ESSA, ESSER, and SCE. We will dig into what you need to know about the program requirements for Title I, Part A; Title I, Part C; Title I, Part D; Title II; Title III; and Title IV. We will also cover documentation and systems every director needs to know to keep you on target in State and Federal Programs. Please register for days 1 and 2.
Max Participants:
32
Min Participants:
12
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Get ready to join the Fine Arts Festival, the ultimate rendezvous for fine arts teachers who believe in turning classrooms into canvases of inspiration! Picture this: A day filled with symphonies of laughter, choreographies of learning, and canvases of boundless creativity. This isn't just a workshop; it's a celebration of the artistry within each educator, a chance to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary! Dive into a smorgasbord of creativity with a variety of options presented by teachers across Region 7. From innovative lesson plans to collaborative projects, you'll have the chance to choose your own artistic adventure and be inspired by the diverse perspectives of fellow educators. Join us in this symphony of colors, movements, and sounds. Let's turn teaching into a performance, classrooms into galleries, and educators into the directors of their own creative productions!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
ASCENDER Students software annual student data rollover is a process that closes out the current school year and prepares student records for the next school year.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the preLAS and LAS Links Online Assessments. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The LAS Battery of Assessments has been adopted as the single, TEA-approved English language proficiency test for the identification of English learners.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/22/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This virtual training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Teacher of the Year
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This workshop is designed for educators to enhance their knowledge and skills in using Google tools in the classroom. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate Google Suite for Education, including Google Classroom, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Meet into their teaching practices. The hands-on sessions will cover best practices for creating, organizing, and sharing digital resources, as well as tips for managing and engaging students in a virtual learning environment. This workshop is ideal for teachers of all levels of experience and subject areas looking to improve their use of technology in education.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Quitman ISD - Administration
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to create their 25-26 Pacing Calendar.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Do you want to maximize learning in your ECSE classroom? Are you interested in finding innovative ways to reach learners with special needs? Do you want to connect and collaborate with other Special Education teachers throughout Region 7? If so, this session is for you! Join us to explore various hot topics in Special Education and work together to help our exceptional students reach their full potential! **Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - William E Wylie El
Want to add to your G/T Tool Kit? Join us for this comprehensive session to explore resources, strategies, and best practices to effectively identify and meet the unique needs of gifted learners. Participants will leave with a roadmap of strategies and ideas to level up their G/T practices that will empower and support our gifted and talented students. This workshop is for employees of Henderson ISD only. This workshop meets the state requirements for a 6-hour G/T update. If your district is a member of the Region 7 G/T Coop and would like to bring this workshop to your campuses for free, please contact a member of the Region 7 G/T Team!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Brownsboro ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for suicide prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This is an in-district workshop for Brownsboro ISD only.
Max Participants:
110
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision & Hearing Re-Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers, who have taken the FULL Vision & Hearing Certification within the last 5 years + to December 31. Participants must have an active card and be at least 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
The session will address the importance of classroom management, and how the ELOF and Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines align with the State Adopted Curriculum. Teachers and Teaching assistants will be provided with tools and strategies to use in the classroom. Active Supervision, Head Start deadlines, and Assessments will be reviewed. The participants will gain knowledge in classroom management, curriculum, assessment and active supervision. This workshop is for Head Start teachers and teaching assistants only. Staff will complete Child Abuse and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
This training is ideal for psychologists and clinicians involved in assessing adaptive behavior for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and neuropsychological conditions. This session teaches participants how to conduct the Vineland-3 Comprehensive interview effectively, following standardized protocols, asking questions clearly, and appropriately probing for information depending on the individual's age and abilities. This training will facilitate a comprehensive assessment, incorporating best practices and research on adaptive behavior assessment.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
33
Date: 7/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
What happens when students talk more in math class? They think deeper — and they learn more. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore how inquiry-based learning and structured math talk can transform secondary classrooms into spaces of curiosity, reasoning, and powerful collaboration. You’ll dive into research-backed strategies that move students beyond simply answering questions — helping them own their mathematical thinking, justify their reasoning, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Join our brand-new secondary math specialist, Julie Fowler as we dive into this topic!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:15 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:15 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Lobby
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Join us for an engaging symposium designed to equip paraprofessionals with strategies, tips, and tools to foster student success. Our general session will begin with shared experiences from current paraprofessionals in the field, followed by breakout sessions offering resources for both new and experienced paraprofessionals to enhance their classroom impact. Learn practical approaches for supporting diverse learners, including students with disabilities and English learners. This symposium enhances the paraprofessional certification course by providing additional insights, though it does not lead to certification. Whether you're new to the role or looking to refine your skills, this day will empower you to make a lasting impact on student achievement. Symposium Agenda: 8:00 am - 8:30 am: Registration and New Paraprofessional Setup 8:30 am - 9:30 am: General Session 9:40 am - 10:40 am: Breakout Session 1 10:50 am - 11:50 am: Breakout Session 2 11:50 am - 12:50 pm: Lunch On Your Own 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Breakout Session 3 2:10 pm - 3:10 pm: Breakout Session 4 *Each participant will have the opportunity to attend all sessions*
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Quitman ISD - Administration
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Get ready for a day of exploration, play, and hands-on learning! Join us for Tech Tools Playground, where you'll discover the latest tech tools, robots, and interactive gadgets designed for the classroom. Experience live demos, test out cutting-edge devices, and brainstorm creative ways to integrate these tools into your teaching. Whether you're a tech newbie or a seasoned pro, this session promises fun, discovery, and inspiration for your classroom!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
Joan Sedita’s innovative Writing Rope weaves multiple skills and strategies into five fundamentals of a comprehensive writing curriculum: critical thinking, syntax (sentence structure) text structure, writing craft, and transcription (spelling and handwriting). Teachers will get crystal-clear guidelines that demystify the process of helping students learn to write and write to learn across academic content areas. Teachers will have all the tools they need to design and deliver explicit, high-quality writing instruction. This workshop will be conducted at the Lufkin ISD District Education Center, but it is open to all Region 7 Academic Content Coop districts.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Are you a new Federal Program Director, or do you need a refresher? This session is for you! Join us for a two-day Fed Camp as we outline the basics of ESSA, ESSER, and SCE. We will dig into what you need to know about the program requirements for Title I, Part A; Title I, Part C; Title I, Part D; Title II; Title III; and Title IV. We will also cover documentation and systems every director needs to know to keep you on target in State and Federal Programs. Please register for Days 1 and 2. Lunch will be provided on day 2.
Max Participants:
32
Min Participants:
21
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
The session will address the importance of classroom management, and how the ELOF and Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines align with the State Adopted Curriculum. Teachers and Teaching assistants will be provided with tools and strategies to use in the classroom. Active Supervision, Head Start deadlines, and Assessments will be reviewed. The participants will gain knowledge in classroom management, curriculum, assessment and active supervision. This workshop is for Head Start teachers and teaching assistants only.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Transportation Dept
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Identifying and serving G/T emergent bilingual students is often overlooked in many districts. This TEA-developed workshop will engage educators in current research regarding the characteristics of gifted English learners as well as empower educators to effectively analyze curriculum and instruction and apply this new learning to the development of educational resources for these learners. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Comprehension skills, such as analyzing, inferring, questioning, and synthesizing information, enable students to delve deeper into the content. In return, the more content knowledge students acquire, the more background knowledge they have for understanding new information. It’s a reinforcing cycle where skills and knowledge continually enhance each other. We will spend the day sharing skills and strategies to grow good readers-----their comprehension will be strengthened by existing and new knowledge.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
If you are familiar with the Dyslexia Handbook, understand the basics of dyslexia evaluation, and are looking to "level up" your assessment skills, this workshop is for you! You'll learn about the reading process, collaborate with your colleagues, and review intricate case studies that require data interpretation beyond the standard scores.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
This workshop is day one of a two-part series that will explore the Rubric of Effective Practices and how it applies to teaching students with complex access needs. Day 1 will focus on IEPs and Instruction, Teamwork and Transitions, Classroom Organization, Schedules, and Positive Behavior Supports.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Participants will be provided with the latest updates from the Head Start program. Master Teachers will share Tips and Tools of the Trade. Staff will complete Child Abuse and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Jumpstart your school year with intentional, timely planning in this dynamic, teacher-driven cohort! Centered around just-in-time strategies, this session offers space to collaboratively unpack upcoming math concepts, share practical ideas, and build meaningful connections with fellow educators. Grounded in Texas standards and curriculum agnostic, this planning-focused experience empowers teachers to meet students where they are—right when they need it. Let's kick-off a great year by sharing ideas around fluency plans for your classroom, school, or district! This is the first of 5 total planning meetings throughout the year. Come meet your math specialists and find your planning groove!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/26/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Wills Point ISD Transportation Dept
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Braithwaite School of Nursing at UT - Tyler
The purpose of this event is to explore best practices for K-12 through simulation. During this one-day event, you will participate in simulation experiences that impact clinical practice in the school setting. This workshop is for school nurses who did not attend one of the skills workshops offered during the 2023-24 school year. It will be held at The University of Texas at Tyler Braithwaite School of Nursing, 3010 Alumni Cir, Tyler, TX 75799.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is open to administrators who will be evaluating teachers using the T-TESS model. The three-day training will cover the T-TESS rubric's four domains: Planning, Instruction, Learning Environment, and Professional Practice and Responsibilities. Appraisers must also possess an ILD (Individualized Leadership Development) certificate OR an AEL (Advanced Educational Leadership) certificate as a co-requisite to the T-TESS certification. To register please contact Nicki Carter or Lyndsey Register at Region 7 Center for Effective Schools.
Max Participants:
22
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Learn the fundamentals of dyslexia intervention through a review of Texas dyslexia laws and current research, as well as best practices in dyslexia instruction. Learn how to deliver daily intervention utilizing Reading by Design, a systematic, explicit, and intensive reading program. Participants will receive the entire Reading by Design program resources. This course requires attendance for 5 days. Once registered, a purchase order/payment will need to be emailed to the registrar no later than May 30, 2025, in order for your registration to be completed. Due to the demand of the workshop, any participant without a purchase order/payment on file by the payment deadline of May 30, 2025, participant will be dropped from the workshop and their spot will be given to the next person on the waitlist. There must be at least 8 participants for this workshop to be held.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Elysian Fields ISD - Administration
This work session will engage the District Leadership Team in a self-assessment needs analysis focused on Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) and inclusive practices. Using data to assess the system's current state will identify strengths, challenges, and areas in need of improvement within the district. When data is used to identify organizational needs, solutions turn into action plans to set up the necessary infrastructure and resources to support a systemic change approach. We will also review the components of the MTSS framework in accordance with TEA. This workshop is primarily for Elysian Fields ISD leadership.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Westwood ISD - Westwood J H
Want to add to your G/T Tool Kit? Join us to explore resources, strategies, and best practices for effectively identifying and meeting the unique needs of gifted learners. Participants will leave with strategies and ideas to level up their G/T practices and empower gifted and talented students to reach their full potential and thrive in the learning environment and beyond. This workshop fulfills the state requirement for a 6-hour G/T update. If your district is a member of the Region 7 G/T Coop and would like to bring this workshop to your campus at no cost, please contact a member of the Region 7 G/T Team. This workshop is exclusively for Westwood ISD employees only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
The Legal Framework houses state and federal requirements for special education. This workshop is an interactive, hands-on tour of the Legal Framework. Participants will learn where to find the answers to questions related to special education evaluations, IEP goal development, ARD meetings, the least restrictive environment, discipline, and much more.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Diboll ISD - Administration
SB 11 from the 86th Legislative session required all schools to receive Behavior Threat Assessment training for their Safe & Supportive Schools Program (SSSP). In this training, participants will learn the basics of threat assessment teams and how they should be structured in schools to best meet the needs of students and campuses when a threat is posed. This session is being held at Diboll ISD
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Westwood ISD - Administration
During this workshop, participants will focus on some key components that will support them in their paraprofessional role. Learning objectives will include building relationships, paraprofessional responsibilities, elevating standards of professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, and parents, FERPA and confidentiality in the school setting, proactive student supervision, and general strategies for classroom management. This workshop is for Westwood ISD only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Brownsboro ISD - Administration
This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 7/29/2025. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. The focus of this session is developing a present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) statement based on student data, drafting measurable annual goals (academic and/or functional) and objectives, if appropriate, and collecting data for reporting progress. Participants will understand the importance of these components and how their alignment results in an appropriate and ambitious individualized education program for students receiving special education and related services. The intended audience for this training is special education teachers, related service providers, and any other professional staff responsible for drafting a student’s IEP, including present levels of academic achievement and functional performance and measurable annual goals. This workshop is primarily for Brownsboro ISD.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Westwood ISD - Westwood H S
During this workshop, participants will focus on some key components that will support them in their paraprofessional role. Learning objectives will include building relationships, paraprofessional responsibilities, elevating standards of professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, and parents, FERPA and confidentiality in the school setting, proactive student supervision, and general strategies for classroom management. This workshop is for Westwood ISD only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/28/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - More than one campus
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to plan effective instruction for the 2025-2026 school year. This workshop is for new teachers in Hallsville I.S.D. For similar request, please contact cdowdy@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Center ISD - Center Intermediate
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $75. Instructor will have a class manual for use during training.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Westwood ISD - More than one campus
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to better plan effective instruction for the 2025-2026 school year. This training is for Westwood I.S.D. staff only. For similar requests, please reach out to Carmen Dowdy at cdowdy@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This two-day CIRCLE will provide an overview of Early Childhood Best Practice theories, including phonological awareness, written expression, read-aloud, print and book awareness, math, and language development using planned, purposeful, and playful strategies. Each participant will receive the CIRCLE Preschool Early Language and Literacy Manual. Note: This session is free for all Academic Content Coop districts. Must attend both days to receive credit.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lobby
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lobby
Region 7 Child Nutrition Program welcomes participants to the 2025 Child Nutrition Summer Workshop. Participants will receive the most updated information from TDA and USDA to help stay current with state and federal regulations. A variety of courses will offer participants an opportunity to expand their professional development, gain new ideas, and share experiences with personnel from other districts.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the preLAS and LAS Links Online Assessments. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The LAS Battery of Assessments has been adopted as the single, TEA-approved English language proficiency test for the identification of English learners.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - More than one campus
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This workshop is for Hallsville ISD only.****
Max Participants:
350
Min Participants:
24
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Westwood ISD - Westwood Pri
Fine-tune your science instruction with evidence-based strategies that fully integrate the three dimensions of science learning—Science and Engineering Practices, Recurring Themes and Concepts, and Core Content. In this interactive session, teachers will explore research-based best practices that promote deep understanding, student engagement, and real-world application. Walk away with practical tools and strategies to enhance your classroom instruction and empower students to think and act like scientists and engineers. **This session is only for Westwood ISD. To schedule this session for your district, contact Michele Stokes at mstokes@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This session is for district staff who will be an administrative user of the web-based ASCENDER TeacherPortal. This session will show administrators how to set up and maintain TeacherPortal at the district and campus levels. $100 fee waived for ASCENDER Coop Members. This session is for Administrative Users Only.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Mathematicians are made — not born. Discover how simple, powerful thinking and reasoning routines can reshape your secondary math classroom into a space where ideas grow, connections spark, and reasoning becomes the norm. Experience classroom-ready routines like Contemplate then Calculate and Connect-Extend-Challenge that deepen understanding, increase engagement, and cultivate true mathematical thinking. Walk away with easy-to-implement strategies that move students beyond memorizing and solving — into thinking, exploring, and justifying like real mathematicians. Join our brand-new secondary math specialist, Julie Fowler, as we dive in to this topic!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
What is the role of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee? This overview training designed for administrators, teachers, and any staff who is involved in district Bilingual/ESL programs will answer questions such as: How do we identify a student as Emergent Bilingual? Who decides what services the student receives? What are the district responsibilities for serving Emergent Bilingual students? Receive updates and clarification of the state and federal requirements for serving Emergent Bilinguals, so you can conduct effective LPAC meetings throughout the school year. It is a best practice that all LPAC members be annually trained.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Westwood ISD - Westwood Pri
Fine-tune your science instruction with evidence-based strategies that fully integrate the three dimensions of science learning—Science and Engineering Practices, Recurring Themes and Concepts, and Core Content. In this interactive session, teachers will explore research-based best practices that promote deep understanding, student engagement, and real-world application. Walk away with practical tools and strategies to enhance your classroom instruction and empower students to think and act like scientists and engineers. **This session is only for Westwood ISD. To schedule this session for your district, contact Michele Stokes at mstokes@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/29/2025
Start Time: 3:30 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Hickory
This is a closed session for students in the Texas Woman's University (TWU) Master's Program for Speech-Language Pathology licensure.
Max Participants:
2
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Chapel Hill ISD - Administration
Did you know that most program monitoring validation requests revolve around campus-level data and documentation? If that’s got you walking the tightrope of uncertainty, worry no more—we’re here to help you juggle it all with confidence! Join us under the big top as we kick off the school year with systems, procedures, and stellar exemplars that will send your campus soaring toward success. During this high-flying workshop, participants will navigate the ins and outs of campus-level Title I, A requirements, explore essential compliance documentation, and uncover real-world strategies that truly deliver. This workshop is specially designed for our ringmasters—Title I, A campus administrators—ready to lead the show with confidence and flair!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Marshall ISD - More than one campus
This session will provide key social studies updates and practical, research-based teaching strategies that can be implemented immediately in your K-12 classroom. Walk away with ready-to-use best practices that promote student engagement, critical thinking, and deeper learning in social studies. Don't miss this opportunity to stay current and elevate your social studies instruction! This workshop is for Marshall ISD only. To schedule this workshop, please contact Mary Jane Dean at mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Marshall ISD - Crockett El
Too often, the unique needs and abilities of gifted emergent bilingual students go unrecognized. This interactive three-hour session is designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and resources needed to nurture the unique talents of your gifted emergent bilingual students. Together, we’ll explore current research on the characteristics of gifted English learners, analyze curriculum and instruction through a gifted education lens, and apply new learning to develop more inclusive and responsive practices. Join us as we work to ensure that no exceptional mind is left behind. This workshop is exclusively for Marshall ISD employees.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Administration
Participants will deepen their understanding of the T-TESS rubric and the instructional pieces of evidence needed to be a Distinguished teacher and make the connections that will impact their classroom instruction and practices. Participants will unpack the domains/dimensions, observe a lesson, analyze the lesson through the lens of the T-TESS rubric, and finally grasp an understanding of goal setting and write SMART Goals.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD - Administration
Participants will deepen their understanding of the T-TESS rubric and the instructional pieces of evidence needed to be a Distinguished teacher and make the connections that will impact their classroom instruction and practices. Participants will unpack the domains/dimensions, observe a lesson, analyze the lesson through the lens of the T-TESS rubric, and finally grasp an understanding of goal setting and write SMART Goals.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Private School - Trinity School of Texas
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to plan effective instruction for the 2025-2026 school year. This session is for Trinity School of Texas only. For similar workshop requests, please contact Carmen Dowdy at cdowdy@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The Texas Education Agency's (TEA) T.I.E.R. Network (Tiered Interventions using Evidenced Based Research) has developed guidelines for the implementation of school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). PBIS is an evidence-based, three-tiered framework to improve and integrate all data, systems, and practices to support students' needs. The PBIS framework identifies classroom management as a key piece of universal behavior intervention. The implementation of evidence-based classroom management interventions, such as well-defined expectations and procedures, can prevent challenging behaviors in the classroom. Participants will hear Texas' guidelines for implementing universal PBIS strategies and take a deep dive into classroom organization and behavior management techniques to reduce inappropriate and off-task behaviors and create a positive behavior support system to improve student behavioral outcomes. This workshop is ideal for new general and special education classroom teachers and experienced teachers looking to improve their PBIS implementation.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Training in the use of the ASCENDER discipline software application to enter, update, and print discipline records.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Whitehouse ISD - More than one campus
Join us for an in-person book study based on Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom by Peter Liljedahl and Maegan Giroux. We’ll dive into powerful practices that nurture deep thinking, collaborative problem solving, and student agency in K–5 math classrooms. Participants will engage in discussions, explore classroom-ready tasks, and reflect on practical ways to apply the book’s ideas in their own settings. Books will be available for many participants, with priority given to early registrants. We’re excited to offer books to the first 30 who sign up across both sessions, while supplies last. This workshop is for Whitehouse ISD only. If you are interested in this session for your campus or district please contact (hkleinmann@esc7.net) Heather Kleinmann.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Marshall ISD - Marshall H S
How do we engage our students to master material or skills? How do we teach our students to work together and help each other learn? How do we assist our Emergent Bilingual students with language and content? These questions can be answered with the use of small groups in all classrooms. In this session, you will learn how you can use your small groups to introduce your topic, foster curiosity, or help your students master course content. This workshop is for Marshall ISD only. To schedule this workshop, please contact Mary Jane Dean at mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Marshall ISD - Crockett El
Too often, the unique needs and abilities of gifted emergent bilingual students go unrecognized. This interactive three-hour session is designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and resources needed to nurture the unique talents of your gifted emergent bilingual students. Together, we’ll explore current research on the characteristics of gifted English learners, analyze curriculum and instruction through a gifted education lens, and apply new learning to develop more inclusive and responsive practices. Join us as we work to ensure that no exceptional mind is left behind. This workshop is exclusively for Marshall ISD employees.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/30/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - Administration
Participants will deepen their understanding of the T-TESS rubric and the instructional pieces of evidence needed to be a Distinguished teacher and make the connections that will impact their classroom instruction and practices. Participants will unpack the domains/dimensions, observe a lesson, analyze the lesson through the lens of the T-TESS rubric, and finally grasp an understanding of goal setting and write SMART Goals.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
In this mandatory training, recipients will receive information regarding grant requirements and resources developed by the Texas Center for Student Supports (TCSS). This meeting is for grant leaders from the following districts: Chapel Hill, Longview, Fruitvale, and Lufkin.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
This session explores how to integrate mentor texts into writing instruction to help students develop self-regulation strategies that improve their writing skills and confidence. Participants will learn how to use mentor texts as models for genre, style, and structure while explicitly teaching students to plan, monitor, and reflect on their own writing processes. By combining the power of exemplars with metacognitive strategies, educators will foster independent, self-regulated writers equipped to tackle diverse writing tasks.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Tree ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This in district training is for Pine Tree ISD only. .****
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
8
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Marshall ISD - Crockett El
Gifted students don’t pause their potential—or their struggles—between G/T services. They show up in our classrooms with unique strengths and complex needs that can sometimes make learning in core content areas more challenging. This session explores how embedding gifted strategies into everyday instruction can support the whole G/T learner - nurturing their intellect, creativity, and emotional well-being, even when they’re struggling. You’ll discover practical ways to infuse challenge, choice, and flexibility into your teaching that uplift both gifted students and the entire class, helping all learners engage, grow, and thrive. This workshop is exclusively for Marshall ISD employees. To schedule this workshop for your district, please reach out to lashby@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gladewater ISD - More than one campus
This session will provide social studies updates and best practice ideas designed for Gladewater ISD. If you would like to schedule a Social Studies session for your district, please contact mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
PFA is a state-approved training for those who will be assisting with the re-entry of students after a crisis. PFA is an initial disaster response intervention with the goal to promote safety, stabilize survivors of disasters and connect individuals to help and resources. PFA is delivered to affected individuals by mental health professionals and other first responders. The purpose of PFA is to assess the immediate concerns and needs of an individual in the aftermath of a disaster, and not to provide on-site therapy.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
ASCENDER TeacherPortal is a web-based grade book that allows teachers to maintain and post student data including attendance, assignment grades, cycle grades, discipline referrals, and multiple levels of teacher notes and various reports. In this session, teachers will learn how to create a secure TeacherPortal account, post daily attendance, set up course selections with categories and assignments, maintain daily grades, print interim progress reports, and various other reports. $100 fee waived for ASCENDER Coop Members. This session is for Teacher Users Only.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join Dr. Victor Sampson, Associate Professor of STEM Education at the University of Texas at Austin, for an engaging workshop on transforming science assessment practices. Participants will: - Reflect on and share current assessment practices. - Experience a three-dimensional (3D) assessment firsthand. - Analyze student responses to uncover patterns of thinking. - Discover how these patterns of thinking can support student learning. - Identify essential features of 3D assessments. - Learn how to develop 3D assessments for your classroom. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of how your students think and apply knowledge to real-world situations—whether you're preparing them for STAAR or equipping them for future success!
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Troup ISD - Troup El
The implementation of evidence-based classroom management interventions, such as well-defined expectations and procedures, can prevent challenging behaviors in the classroom. Participants will hear best practices for implementing universal PBIS strategies and take a deep dive into classroom organization and behavior management techniques to reduce inappropriate and off-task behaviors and create a positive behavior support system to improve student behavioral outcomes. This workshop is primarily for Troup ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Center ISD - Center H S
This course will allow substitutes to build or refresh their skill set as they begin to work with students in the district. This course covers topics such as professionalism and, legal issues (confidentiality, student supervision, general health protocols, and child abuse reporting). We also include classroom management tips and strategies and include general instructional strategies throughout to help substitutes and teachers get the most out of their day's instruction. Last, we finish off with a walkthrough of a day in the life of a substitute. Substitute teachers should finish this course feeling prepared to enter classrooms with new tools in their toolbelt.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
2
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for an important virtual Zoom meeting focused on preparing for a safe and successful start to the school year. We’ll cover key topics to help ensure the safety of our campuses and support our district teams, including: -Safety Committees & BTA Teams -Sentinel Guided Overview -Relevant Legislative Updates -Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Updates -District Vulnerability Assessment Preparation -Emergency Preparedness Planning -School-Based Law Enforcement (SBLE) Priorities This is a valuable opportunity to align on safety priorities, share updates, and get ready for the year ahead. We look forward to seeing you there!
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Marshall ISD - Crockett El
Gifted students don’t pause their potential—or their struggles—between G/T services. They show up in our classrooms with unique strengths and complex needs that can sometimes make learning in core content areas more challenging. This session explores how embedding gifted strategies into everyday instruction can support the whole G/T learner—nurturing their intellect, creativity, and emotional well-being, even when they’re struggling. You’ll discover practical ways to infuse challenge, choice, and flexibility into your teaching that uplift both gifted students and the entire class, helping all learners engage, grow, and thrive. This workshop is exclusively for Marshall ISD employees. To schedule this workshop for your district, please reach out to lashby@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/31/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: West Sabine ISD - Administration
This course will allow substitutes to build or refresh their skill set as they begin to work with students in the district. This course covers topics such as professionalism and, legal issues (confidentiality, student supervision, general health protocols, and child abuse reporting). We also include classroom management tips and strategies and include general instructional strategies throughout to help substitutes and teachers get the most out of their day's instruction. Last, we finish off with a walkthrough of a day in the life of a substitute. Substitute teachers should finish this course feeling prepared to enter classrooms with new tools in their toolbelt.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
2
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
We discover ways to better meet the needs of our increasingly diverse student population as we gain a greater understanding of how the human brain learns. By looking for ways to differentiate instruction and assessment approaches, we may be able to help more students achieve their full potential. Based on research on best educational practices associated with differentiation and brain-compatible instruction. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join Dr. Victor Sampson, Associate Professor of STEM Education at the University of Texas at Austin, for an engaging workshop on transforming science assessment practices. Participants will: - Reflect on and share current assessment practices. - Experience a three-dimensional (3D) assessment firsthand. - Analyze student responses to uncover patterns of thinking. - Discover how these patterns of thinking can support student learning. - Identify essential features of 3D assessments. - Learn how to develop 3D assessments for your classroom. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of how your students think and apply knowledge to real-world situations—whether you're preparing them for STAAR or equipping them for future success!
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
We have taught ECRs for two years. Across the state, in my district, or in my classroom, where are students struggling? What do these struggles mean for instruction, and what do I do next to help my student writers? Simplifying the ECR process involves finding the balance between meeting rubric expectations and managing time effectively. By breaking down requirements, providing examples, and promoting efficient strategies, we empower students to tackle ECR writing confidently.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
In this session, we will dive deeply into a set of best practices supported by research that should be present in math classrooms, regardless of instructional materials.
Max Participants:
70
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
In this session, we will dive deeply into a set of best practices supported by research that should be present in RLA classrooms, regardless of instructional materials.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In today's rapidly changing educational environment, educators must keep pace with innovative teaching methods and digital tools to captivate students in social studies classrooms. This professional development session centers on blending digital technology into social studies instruction, all while nurturing critical thinking abilities crucial for navigating the complexities of the digital era.
Max Participants:
26
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
We discover ways to better meet the needs of our increasingly diverse student population as we gain a greater understanding of how the human brain learns. By looking for ways to differentiate instruction and assessment approaches, we may be able to help more students achieve their full potential. Based on research on best educational practices associated with differentiation and brain-compatible instruction. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Center for Effective Schools Meeting 8:30am - 11:30am ATT Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Eustace ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages.**
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
3
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Excelsior ISD - Administration
This training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Martinsville ISD - Administration
This training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Frankston ISD - Administration
This workshop will explore the significance of the Universal Screener within the three-tiered framework of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). The universal screener is the initial tool used to identify students' academic and behavioral needs early on. Our goal is to determine which students are at risk and which are not, enabling clear, binary decisions that support timely interventions and early action. This approach is grounded in decades of research highlighting the critical role of early screening and early intervention in supporting students at risk for learning difficulties, and behavioral, or social-emotional challenges. This workshop is for Frankston ISD staff.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 9/2/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 1/6/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 2/3/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Date: 4/7/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: LONGVIEW ISD - PLAYING FOR KEEPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Early Head Start teachers will learn how to nurture and support infants, toddlers, and 3's in the following areas: social emotional, behavior, and developmental milestones.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Kilgore ISD - More than one campus
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA approved training for suicide prevention, and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This is an in-district workshop for Kilgore ISD only.
Max Participants:
160
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Diboll ISD - More than one campus
Join us for an engaging professional development session designed to empower educators with research-based strategies to enhance student learning. This session will focus on Evidence-Based Best Practices to implement the foundational skill of narration in the social studies classroom. This workshop is for Diboll ISD only. To schedule this workshop, please contact Mary Jane Dean at mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults, children, and infants. 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Jumpstart Your K-5 Science Classroom: Routines, Procedures, and the Science Standards! This hands-on workshop is designed for beginning K-5 science teachers to help them effectively plan for Science instruction. Participants will explore key routines and procedures, learn strategies for organizing their science classrooms, and engage in grade-specific labs addressing core matter standards. We will also create a template for science journal setup, review essential safety needs, and leave with practical tools and strategies for a successful school year.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Vision Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. If you are using an automated vision screener (ie Spot or Optiplex) you must bring a copy of your certificate of training by the manufacturer in order to be certified for vision screening.
Max Participants:
13
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Overton ISD - Overton H S
This interactive training will include research from programs like CRASE and A.L.I.C.E. Active Shooter Response. Training aligns with the U.S. Department of Education guidelines for Active Shooter Response. Basic principles of Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate will be covered. This is an in-district workshop for Overton ISD only.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
12
Date: 8/5/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This training is designed for users new to the TREx (Texas Records Exchange) process. Step-by-step procedures will be explained in order to request or receive student records/transcripts. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Melissa Smith.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 1/7/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Date: 4/8/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Childcare - L & M Christian Day Care
Early Head Start teachers will learn how to nurture and support infants, toddlers, and 3's in the following areas: social emotional, behavior, and developmental milestones.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Harmony ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for suicide prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This is an in-district workshop for Harmony ISD only.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages**
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
3
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Mineola ISD - Administration
In this session, we will dive deeply into a set of best practices supported by research that should be present in RLA classrooms, regardless of instructional materials.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Elysian Fields ISD - Elysian Fields H S
7% of children ages 3-17 have been diagnosed with anxiety. Participants will learn about how to recognize anxiety in students as well as coping strategies that will assist them in the learning environment. This is an in-district workshop for Elysian Fields ISD only.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Are you a new Special Education Director in Region 7? Join us to discuss current legislative and programmatic topics. Also, there will be a Q&A and networking time to get you ready for the 2025-26 school year.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Hearing Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Hearing Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. Please bring your audiometer with you to the training.
Max Participants:
13
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cushing ISD - Cushing School
Learn about DMAC updates for teachers in State Assessment, TAG/TEKScore/Online Testing, and Student Portfolio that will make your life easier and give you the data you need!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Elysian Fields ISD - Elysian Fields Middle
HB 18 mandates that educators receive training in grief and trauma to best serve students. Research has shown that grief and trauma can affect student learning and behavior. In this session, participants will learn evidence-based, grief-informed, and trauma-informed strategies to support the academic success of students affected by grief and trauma. This is an in-district workshop for Elysian Fields ISD only.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/6/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Elysian Fields ISD - Elysian Fields El
Participants will learn how to apply trauma-informed principles to providing customer service. They will also gain practical tips for showing empathy, supporting customers with past trauma, and creating a positive, inclusive experience for everyone. This is an in-district workshop for Elysian Fields ISD only.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 7:45 AM
End Time: 9:15 AM
Location: Central ISD - Central H S
This session will include how to create and score Short Constructed Response Questions for your subject to INCREASE writing across all curriculum areas.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Trinidad ISD - Administration
In this session, we will dive deeply into best practices supported by research and should be present in math classrooms, regardless of instructional materials.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Brownsboro ISD - More than one campus
Come learn how to effectively leverage the system functions for an improved user and planning experience. After exploring the new platform, participants will use this new platform to plan effective instruction for the 2025-2026 school year. This session is for Brownsboro ISD only. For similar workshop requests, please contact Carmen Dowdy at cdowdy@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cayuga ISD - More than one campus
With so many options for how to plan for instructional delivery, how does a teacher sort through all the materials to know what aligns with the TEKS? Resources within TEKS RS are essential to be able to plan for student instruction effectively and efficiently. Come explore, plan, and examine essential standards for units of instruction for the school year. This session is for Cayuga ISD only. For similar workshop requests, please contact Carmen Dowdy at cdowdy@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Gary ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health intervention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This workshop is for Gary ISD only.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Hallsville J H
This professional development session is designed to support educators in effectively aligning upcoming units with the new Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Participants will explore how to leverage TEKS Resource System, TEKS Guide, and SAVVAS curriculum to create targeted, inquiry-based lesson plans. Through deep dives into the new science TEKS and resources, teachers will leave with actionable strategies for enhancing instruction and improving student outcomes. *** This session is for Hallsville ISD only. If you are interested in conducting a similar workshop in your district, please contact Michele Stokes at mstokes@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Northside El
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) isn’t a program. The state of Texas has identified MTSS as a comprehensive, school-wide, three-tiered framework used to provide additional support to struggling students. This workshop is an overview of the key components necessary for effective implementation such as universal screening, data-driven decision-making, progress monitoring, and team-based problem-solving. The goal of MTSS is to identify and address problems early, rather than waiting for a student to fail. This workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD Northside Intermediate staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tatum ISD - Tatum H S
Want to add to your G/T Tool Kit? Join us for this comprehensive, in-person session at Tatum High School to explore resources, strategies, and best practices for effectively identifying and meeting the unique needs of gifted learners. Participants will leave with strategies and ideas to level up their G/T practices and empower gifted and talented students. This workshop was developed at the request of Tatum ISD and will take place on their campus. This session meets the state requirement for a 6-hour G/T update. If your district is a member of the Region 7 G/T Coop and would like to bring this workshop to your campus at no cost, please contact a member of the Region 7 G/T Team.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Brownsboro ISD - More than one campus
This session will provide social studies updates and best practice ideas designed for Brownsboro ISD. If you would like to schedule a Social Studies session for your district, please contact mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
SB 11 from the 86th Legislative session required all schools to receive Behavior Threat Assessment training for their Safe & Supportive Schools Program (SSSP). In this training partcipants will learn the basics of threat assessment teams and how they should be structured in schools to best meet the needs of students and campuses when a threat is posed.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Administration
This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 8/8/2025. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. The focus of this session is developing a present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) statement based on student data, drafting measurable annual goals (academic and/or functional) and objectives, if appropriate, and collecting data for reporting progress. Participants will understand the importance of these components and how their alignment results in an appropriate and ambitious individualized education program for students receiving special education and related services. The intended audience for this training is special education teachers, related service providers, and any other professional staff responsible for drafting a student’s IEP, including present levels of academic achievement and functional performance and measurable annual goals. This workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
PEIMS ACADEMY MEMBERS! You don’t want to miss this workshop as a new PEIMS Coordinator. Participants will leave this workshop with strategies and resources to make their first year of PEIMS a success. This workshop will provide you with tools focusing on TIMS, TWEDS, Report Help, Tools for Error Resolution, and UID Assignments. Not only will you receive printed and digital resources, but we will have live demonstrations of how the systems work.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Central ISD - Central H S
This session will provide guidance in teaching writing strength, stamina, and genres across all areas of the curriculum, including SCR and ECR writing.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Northside El
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) isn’t a program. The state of Texas has identified MTSS as a comprehensive, school-wide, three-tiered framework used to provide additional support to struggling students. This workshop is an overview of the key components necessary for effective implementation such as universal screening, data-driven decision-making, progress monitoring, and team-based problem-solving. The goal of MTSS is to identify and address problems early, rather than waiting for a student to fail. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Northside Int. staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Northside El
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) isn’t a program. The state of Texas has identified MTSS as a comprehensive, school-wide, three-tiered framework used to provide additional support to struggling students. This workshop is an overview of the key components necessary for effective implementation such as universal screening, data-driven decision-making, progress monitoring, and team-based problem-solving. The goal of MTSS is to identify and address problems early, rather than waiting for a student to fail. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Northside Int. staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 11:15 AM
End Time: 1:45 PM
Location: Central ISD - Central H S
This session will include increasing writing strength, stamina, and genres with an emphasis on SCR and ECR writing.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) isn’t a program. The state of Texas has identified MTSS as a comprehensive, school-wide, three-tiered framework used to provide additional support to struggling students. This workshop is an overview of the key components necessary for effective implementation such as universal screening, data-driven decision-making, progress monitoring, and team-based problem-solving. The goal of MTSS is to identify and address problems early, rather than waiting for a student to fail. This workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD Middle School staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This virtual training covers the state requirements for the administration of an opioid antagonist. The training will include information on: (A) recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid-related drug overdose; (B) administering an opioid antagonist; (C) implementing emergency procedures, if necessary, after administering an opioid antagonist; and (D) properly disposing of used or expired opioid antagonists.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Central ISD - Central H S
This session will include using AI in the RLA classroom with an emphasis on SCR and ECR writing.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/7/2025
Start Time: 2:10 PM
End Time: 3:10 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) isn’t a program. The state of Texas has identified MTSS as a comprehensive, school-wide, three-tiered framework used to provide additional support to struggling students. This workshop is an overview of the key components necessary for effective implementation, such as universal screening, data-driven decision-making, progress monitoring, and team-based problem-solving. The goal of MTSS is to identify and address problems early, rather than waiting for a student to fail. This workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD Middle School staff.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Jacksonville ISD - More than one campus
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. This is an in-district workshop for Jacksonville ISD only.
Max Participants:
210
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - More than one campus
This session will provide social studies teachers with an opportunity to discuss topics and updates. This is part of the Hallsville ISD Summer Conference. If you would like to schedule a Social Studies session for your district, please contact mjdean@esc7.net.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Karnack ISD - Karnack H S
This course will certify and re-certify school staff in CPR. The training teaches rescuers to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults and children. The objectives for the training are: 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/8/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Troup ISD - Troup Middle
Discover how two adults can work in sync to foster accessible and effective learning for all students. We'll explore clarifying roles, sharing responsibilities, and making the most of co-teaching or classroom support partnerships. This workshop is primarily for Troup ISD.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Tyler ISD - Administration
During this workshop, participants will focus on some key components that will support them in their paraprofessional role. Learning objectives will include building relationships, paraprofessional responsibilities, elevating standards of professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, and parents, FERPA and confidentiality in the school setting, proactive student supervision, and general strategies for classroom management. This workshop is for Tyler ISD only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
In a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), students identified as at risk receive additional intervention time beyond core classroom instruction, with the goal of closing skill gaps. This workshop will focus on reading interventions and progress monitoring assessments for students in Tiers 2 and 3. Participants will explore effective instructional practices for older struggling readers, grounded in both the Texas implementation guidelines and the latest evidence-based research that supports meaningful student growth in reading. This workshop is for Henderson ISD Middle School staff.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop introduces teachers to Universal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies designed to create a positive, proactive classroom environment. Participants will explore practical tools for setting clear expectations, reinforcing positive behavior, and fostering consistency across all learning settings. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions through evidence-based, school-wide practices. The workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Beckville ISD - Administration
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Beckville ISD - Administration
In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) §22.904, all school personnel who regularly interact with students are required to receive training in mental health awareness. This workshop is designed to fulfill that requirement by providing educators and staff with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize signs of emotional or mental distress, respond effectively, and support student well-being. This training meets the state-mandated requirement under TEC §22.904. This workshop is open only to employees of Beckville ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop introduces teachers to Universal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies designed to create a positive, proactive classroom environment. Participants will explore practical tools for setting clear expectations, reinforcing positive behavior, and fostering consistency across all learning settings. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions through evidence-based, school-wide practices. The workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop introduces teachers to Universal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies designed to create a positive, proactive classroom environment. Participants will explore practical tools for setting clear expectations, reinforcing positive behavior, and fostering consistency across all learning settings. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions through evidence-based, school-wide practices. The workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop introduces teachers to Universal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies designed to create a positive, proactive classroom environment. Participants will explore practical tools for setting clear expectations, reinforcing positive behavior, and fostering consistency across all learning settings. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions through evidence-based, school-wide practices. The workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us as we discuss updates, new considerations, and the activities that you can do now to prepare for your upcoming Cyclical Monitoring Review and Dyslexia Program Review in the 25-26 school year. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/11/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson ISD - Henderson Middle
This workshop introduces teachers to Universal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies designed to create a positive, proactive classroom environment. Participants will explore practical tools for setting clear expectations, reinforcing positive behavior, and fostering consistency across all learning settings. Ideal for educators seeking to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions through evidence-based, school-wide practices. The workshop is primarily for Henderson ISD.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Are you a new Educational Diagnostician? Speech Language Pathologist? School Psychologist? Are you seasoned but this is your first year in the school setting? If so, this workshop is for you. This session will explore the responsibilities of evaluation personnel. Participants will learn best practices for evaluating students with disabilities. The evaluation process will be explored from informed consent to the completion of the written evaluation. Come and network with ESC 7 staff and other new special education staff.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
This half-day workshop is designed for district and campus leaders who are involved in testing and accountability processes. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the State and Federal accountability systems, including key components and reporting requirements throughout the year. During the workshop, attendees will: - Break down the timeline for accountability in Texas education - Explain the State and Federal accountability systems - Identify important parts of each system relevant to their campus or district - Understand reporting requirements and deadlines - Discuss strategies for effectively managing accountability processes By the end of this workshop, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of accountability and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Who Should Attend: - District leaders - Campus leaders - Testing coordinators - Accountability staff
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
5
Date: 8/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 8/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. Please send POs to Nella Custer ncuster@esc7.net or Fax to 903-988-6846. Please bring your computer or tablet.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/12/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar is designed for users new to the Unique ID process. Step-by-step instructions will explain how to assign a Unique ID to a student or staff member and how to make demographic changes in the Unique ID application will be explained. The enrollment Tracking Event process will also be explained. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Mechelle Carpenter.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This course is designed to assist personnel in child nutrition programs to effectively establish and implement an effective counting and claiming system, acceptable meal collection procedures, quality assurance measures, financial responsibilities, and compliance. Objectives: 1. Identify the required elements to establish effective and accurate meal-counting system procedures. 2. Describe acceptable meal counting and collection procedures
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room C
The ADOS-2 is a semi-structured, standardized assessment instrument that includes many play-based activities designed to obtain information in the areas of communication, reciprocal social interactions, and restricted and repetitive behaviors associated with a diagnosis of ASD. In this two-day session, participants will learn more about the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the ADOS-2. This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 8-14-2025. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. TSHA credit is pending.
Max Participants:
48
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Central Heights ISD - Administration
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This is an in-district workshop for Central Heights ISD only****.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This course will certify and re-certify HS/EHS staff, teachers, and teaching assistants in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The training teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for adults, children, and infants. 1. Learners will be able to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, 2. Ability assessed by demonstration of skills. This training is for Region 7 ESC employees and Head Start/Early Head Start teaching staff ONLY.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 8/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
This workshop teaches participants how to safely manage disruptive and assaultive behavior. Completion of the training will certify participants to use verbal, nonverbal, and non-violent physical intervention, disengagement, and holding skills. This program meets the requirements in the Commissioner's Rules for training in prevention and de-escalation techniques and alternatives to the use of restraint as mandated by SB 1196. In order to receive CPI certification, participants must attend and participate in the entire workshop. Tests will not be accepted early. To ensure the comfort and safety of all participants, armed individuals, school resource officers, law enforcement officers, and school marshals are required to ground all weapons for the physical portion of the training. Each person is responsible for grounding their weapons in a manner consistent with their agency's policies and procedures. Participants should wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothing. There will be an hour working lunch. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch. This workshop utilizes Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition materials. This is Day 1 of a 2-day workshop. Day 2 is on 8/15/25. Participants enrolled for Day 1 will automatically be registered for Day 2. **Participants must attend both days to receive credit/certification.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
30
Date: 8/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Knowledge of special diet requests and menus ensures that individuals with dietary restrictions or health concerns receive proper nutrition in care settings. This approach not only promotes inclusivity and health but also compiles with federal regulations to accommodate special dietary needs. 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the preLAS and LAS Links Online Assessments. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The LAS Battery of Assessments has been adopted as the single, TEA-approved English language proficiency test for the identification of English learners.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Understanding accountability data is essential for improving student outcomes, but to drive real change, we must also examine the adult-led systems that drive this data. Join us for a hands-on session designed to help educational leaders and staff navigate their campus accountability framework, analyze critical data, and identify the key adult-lead systems that need reinforcement for enhanced student success.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
LEAs that receive ESSA funds are required to complete an annual compliance report for TEA. Does that thought make you nervous? Never fear! State & Federal Programs staff will answer your questions and alleviate your fears as they take you step-by-step through the ESSA Compliance Report.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
5
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Are you new to Special Education, or maybe you are a veteran but have never attended an ARD? What can you expect? Participants will gain an overview of ARD practices, ideas for organization, and strategies for working collaboratively as case managers. We will explore the legal requirements of an ARD meeting. In this session, we will watch the TEA recorded webinar, “ARD 101,” and engage in meaningful activities and discussions surrounding the webinar. Please note this workshop will be held in-person at the Region 7 ESC.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
What is the role of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee? This overview training designed for administrators, teachers, and any staff who is involved in district Bilingual/ESL programs will answer questions such as: How do we identify a student as Emergent Bilingual? Who decides what services the student receives? What are the district responsibilities for serving Emergent Bilingual students? Receive updates and clarification of the state and federal requirements for serving Emergent Bilinguals, so you can conduct effective LPAC meetings throughout the school year. It is a best practice that all LPAC members be annually trained.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/18/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
We know that practice makes perfect, so join us for this extended learning opportunity to apply your learning from the morning workshop. State & Federal Programs staff members will be available to help troubleshoot and answer questions during this hands-on, real-world work session.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
6
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
These strategic planning cohorts are designed to deepen teachers' understanding of RLA content, instructional planning with TEKS RS, and instructional delivery in collaboration with other RLA teachers from across the region. Each session will include learning regarding challenging RLA learning goals and a grade span model lesson to use in the classroom (K-5, 6-12). Teachers will also receive just-in-time PD/support for hot topics and areas of need such as short constructed response, extended constructed response, cross-curricular connections, and addressing the new item types.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
This half-day training is tailored for district and campus leaders whose schools are entering their second year of the School Improvement process. Participants will receive a comprehensive refresher on the Effective Schools Framework (ESF) and gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming year, including the development of their Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP).
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Bilingual/ESL or Title III Program Leader in Region 7? Join us as we dissect program topics and leadership responsibilities for first-year program leaders or leaders wanting to dive a little deeper into their role. Come prepared with questions as there will be time for Q&A and networking to equip you as a leader during the 2025-26 school year!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Bilingual/ESL or Title III Program Leader in Region 7? Join us as we dissect program topics and leadership responsibilities for first-year program leaders or leaders wanting to dive a little deeper into their role. Come prepared with questions as there will be time for Q&A and networking to equip you as a leader during the 2025-26 school year!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this session for K-12 school counselors, we will review the latest updates to laws regarding the school counseling profession. We will discuss data and best practices for documenting time, and we will strategize using that data to advocate for students and the school counseling profession.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
8
Date: 8/19/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar will review events and procedures associated with beginning a new school year, such as TREx, Enrollment Tracking (ET) Events, School Start Window, and PEIMS submission dates. In addition, the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook will be reviewed along with any new items in the 2025-2026 Handbook. THIS WEBINAR WILL BENEFIT PEIMS PERSONNEL AND CAMPUS REGISTRARS. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Mechelle Carpenter.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Magnolia Room
This course will cover handbook sections 4200 and 4310: participant eligibility and enrollment requirements for free and reduced-price meals when operating the CACFP. Objectives: *Participants will be able to identify enrollment requirements associated with operating the CACFP. *Participants will understand how free and reduced-price eligibility is determined in the CACFP. *Participants will be able to complete the appropriate enrollment form, understanding the requirements for adults and children.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/20/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Are you preparing to become ESL certified? Join us for an interactive full-day session where we will explore the foundations and framework of ESL instruction. We will take several practice quizzes and become familiar with the ESL TExES 154 Exam format. Everyone will receive access to a study guide and a variety of online resources for further practice. Come away feeling prepared, confident, and ready to ace the test!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
13
Date: 8/20/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
During this TASI, participants will learn the latest testing information for the 2025-2026 year from TEA's Student Assessment Division, CAI, and Pearson. NEATS (Regional Organization) will meet at 12:30 before the TSNAP TASI. Both meetings will be offered via distance learning only.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/20/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
The purpose of this training is to identify the perceived job duties and training needs of sponsor monitors of Family Day Care Homes (FDCHs) involved in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), a federally funded nutrition assistance program designed to provide healthful meals and snacks.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
The purpose of this training is to provide school nutrition professionals with an easy-to-use reference for identifying and applying the key performance indicators (KPIs) that focus on the most critical aspects of a nutrition program’s performance to achieve success.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
This half-day training is tailored for district and campus leaders whose schools are entering their second year of the School Improvement process. Participants will receive a comprehensive refresher on the Effective Schools Framework (ESF) and gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming year, including the development of their Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP). This workshop will be held in Lufkin, TX at the Lufkin ISD District Education Center (Training Room A).
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Bilingual/ESL or Title III Program Leader in Region 7? Join us as we dissect program topics and leadership responsibilities for first-year program leaders or leaders wanting to dive a little deeper into their role. Come prepared with questions as there will be time for Q&A and networking to equip you as a leader during the 2025-26 school year!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for this session to discuss the At-Risk Criteria. Participants will learn which indicators are permanent and which should be reset each school year. We will also discuss the importance of having systems for entering and exiting students each year.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This workshop is day two of a two-part series that will explore the Rubric of Effective Practices and how it applies to teaching students with complex access needs. Day 2 will focus on Designing and Supporting Instruction and Supporting Communication.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Bilingual/ESL or Title III Program Leader in Region 7? Join us as we dissect program topics and leadership responsibilities for first-year program leaders or leaders wanting to dive a little deeper into their role. Come prepared with questions as there will be time for Q&A and networking to equip you as a leader during the 2024-25 school year!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
If your LEA has OnDataSuite this is the session for you! Join the team from AloeSoft as they give an overview of all things OnDataSuite for PEIMS, Assessment, and Accountability! Start your year right!
Max Participants:
140
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
This presentation is designed to provide district leaders with clarity about the DVA process, an in-depth analysis of the District Vulnerability Assessment Rubric, and provide open discussions with TEA and District leadership about the DVA process. The District Vulnerability Assessment required by the 88th legislative session is designed to evaluate a district’s safety posture and its alignment with statutory requirements.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This training, led by Dr. Mertie Gomez, will facilitate a better understanding of best practices for evaluating and identifying SLD Dysgraphia, including the underlying causes of dysgraphia, orthographic processing, and graphomotor function. Participants will understand how to conduct and write up a comprehensive dysgraphia evaluation, considering the updated Dyslexia Handbook (2024). In addition, this training will include a discussion of case studies using formal and informal data.
Max Participants:
70
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting, recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/21/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Programs Director stepping into the center ring for the first time? Trying to juggle requirements, tame timelines, and keep all the plates spinning? Join us under the tent for an informal chat designed to help you navigate the high-wire act of compliance, planning, and first-year "firsts"—like DIP meetings, principal check-ins, and more. Each session will follow an agenda based on the upcoming acts outlined in the Guidebook for Federal Program Directors (available in the Google Classroom), but your burning questions will always take center stage. Whether you’re building systems, meeting deadlines, or just trying not to drop the ball—we're here to help you make it a show to remember!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
2
Date: 8/22/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a casual yet insightful session where new evaluation staff can sip their favorite brew and dive into an open discussion. Whether you have questions, feedback, or simply want to share experiences, this is your chance to connect, learn, and grow in a relaxed environment. No formalities—just great coffee and even better conversations to help you thrive in your evaluation role! Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
295
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Table set up for CKH training (taking place 8/25-26/2025)
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
What is the role of the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee? This overview training designed for administrators, teachers, and any staff who is involved in district Bilingual/ESL programs will answer questions such as: How do we identify a student as Emergent Bilingual? Who decides what services the student receives? What are the district responsibilities for serving Emergent Bilingual students? Receive updates and clarification of the state and federal requirements for serving Emergent Bilinguals, so you can conduct effective LPAC meetings throughout the school year. It is a best practice that all LPAC members be annually trained.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Dysgraphia evaluation requires multiple sources of data, including the potential use of norm-referenced assessments. In this workshop, we'll examine how the Test of Orthographic Competence (2nd ed.) can fit within a comprehensive dysgraphia evaluation. Participants will need access to the TOC-2 test kit during the workshop as well as one copy of each record form, as these resources will be critical to our learning activities. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/25/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This 3-hour live webinar will prepare participants to administer and score the preLAS and LAS Links Online Assessments. We will practice scoring student responses using the rubrics, learn to set up and complete online test sessions, and be able to determine if a student is to be coded as English Proficient or as an Emergent Bilingual based on the scores. The LAS Battery of Assessments has been adopted as the single, TEA-approved English language proficiency test for the identification of English learners.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This course is designed to assist personnel responsible for managing the operational, financial, and procurement functions of child nutrition programs with procedural knowledge and resources to prepare for an Administrative, Financial, and Procurement Review. This course is not designed to teach the programmatic concepts of operating the NSLP and SBP. Objectives: • Understand the purpose and structure of the Administrative, Financial, and Procurement Reviews • Understand the phases of the Administrative, Financial, and Procurement Reviews • Navigate the AR-PR Guide and relevant resources to plan and prepare for an upcoming review
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS) is open to administrators who are principals or will be evaluating principals using the T-PESS model. The training is designed to develop appraiser understanding of the T-PESS rubric, including how the indicators and descriptors are represented through essential leadership actions.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This workshop is designed for educators to enhance their knowledge and skills in using Google tools in the classroom. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate Google Suite for Education, including Google Classroom, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Meet into their teaching practices. This hands-on session will cover best practices for creating, organizing, and sharing digital resources, as well as tips for managing and engaging students in a virtual learning environment. This workshop is ideal for teachers of all levels of experience and subject areas looking to improve their use of technology in education.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Join us for a workshop that will cover report writing from evaluation to recommendations. This workshop will address the legal components of writing comprehensive evaluation reports. We will begin by reviewing the necessary components of effective planning, including gathering your team, identifying the suspected area(s) of disability, and developing your assessment plan.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
This training is designed for district and campus personnel who are new to School Improvement. Leadership teams will explore how the Effective Schools Framework (ESF) provides a clear vision for ensuring an excellent education for all Texas students. Participants will learn how the ESF supports continuous improvement efforts by serving as the foundation for the ESF diagnostic process and aligning resources to meet each school's needs. Throughout the session, participants will delve into the ESF framework and its 5 Levers, examining how Effective Instruction, Strategic Staffing, and High-Quality Instructional Materials are bolstered by systems of Strong School Leadership and Planning. Additionally, they will gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming year, including the ESF Diagnostic, the development of their Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP), and the Foundational Leadership of Instructional Practices and Systems (FLIPS).
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
This workshop focuses on general ASCENDER Student System conventions and uses. This session will focus on the Registration & Attendance applications. It includes hands-on instruction on how to enroll and withdraw students, how to enter and update attendance, review of special program registration, and an overview of available reports. (Also look for separate, additional sessions that focus on the ASCENDER grade reporting application).
Max Participants:
24
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Are you a Bilingual/ESL Coordinator or administrator of a campus with Emergent Bilingual programs (ESL/bilingual)? Join us for this collaboration meeting for guidance, reminders, and support on specific Title III requirements and responsibilities for emergent bilingual program implementation. Collaborate with other program administrators in Region 7 who are creating sustainable systems and accelerating instruction for Emergent Bilingual students. Stay afterward to meet with our Region 7 team and get support on timely tasks.
Max Participants:
285
Min Participants:
17
Date: 8/26/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join Haley Turner, attorney with Walsh Gallegos, for an informative and engaging virtual session focused on the latest legislative changes and legal developments impacting Texas public schools. This session will provide school leaders with critical insights into new laws, policy updates, and recent court decisions that influence district operations, personnel matters, student rights, and more. Attendees will walk away with a clearer understanding of how to navigate emerging legal challenges while maintaining compliance and supporting student success. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared in an ever-evolving legal landscape.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
30
Date: 8/27/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
State and Federal Programs Staff Meeting
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/27/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Rite Flight addresses two important components identified by the National Reading Panel as needed for effective reading instruction – Reading Rate (Fluency) and Reading Comprehension. Rite Flight was designed to be Tier II interventions for use by classroom teachers, reading specialists and special education teachers with first through eighth grade students. It can be used as supplemental or intervention instruction for individuals, small groups or the whole classroom. These programs can be used in conjunction with a variety of core reading curricula that employ evidence-based components in phonemic awareness and phonics. Rite Flight programs may be used for more intensive instruction within the framework of a Response-to-Intervention (RTI) model. Participants MUST be a certified teacher. **Attendees MUST purchase Rite Flight materials from Scottish Rite prior to attending the training. The materials must be brought to the training.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/27/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
Districts must have a Customized Service Agreement on file with Region 7 prior to registration. Superintendents and district TIA (Teacher Incentive Allotment) Leads and PEIMS Data personnel who have submitted an application approved or awaiting approval are encouraged to participate in this series of workshops and webinars, which will provide technical assistance, along with current and relevant information in a collaborative platform. Teams will have time to work together and solicit feedback from peers. This session can include DMAC support.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/27/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
This workshop focuses on the basic training for first time users of the ASCENDER Grade Reporting System. It includes hands-on instruction on how to enter and change courses, master schedule and student schedules, report card processing and an overview of available reports. (Also look for separate, additional sessions that focus on the basic training for first time users of ASCENDER Registration and Attendance Applications.) $100 fee, waived for ASCENDER Coop Members.
Max Participants:
24
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
This meeting of Curriculum Directors will provide an opportunity to receive updates, network, and share best practices to enhance programs. Q & A time will be provided for sharing concerns and successes. This workshop will be held face-to-face at Region 7 ESC or through Zoom.
Max Participants:
190
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, blended learning has emerged as a powerful approach that combines the best of traditional face-to-face instruction with cutting-edge online technologies. This workshop aims to provide educators with a solid foundation in blended learning principles and strategies, empowering them to create engaging and effective learning experiences for their students. Through a combination of interactive activities, hands-on exercises, and insightful discussions, participants will explore the fundamental concepts of blended learning, including: -Explore core blended learning models most relevant to K-12 settings -Discover high-impact digital tools that enhance in-person instruction -Learn practical strategies for immediate classroom implementation -Develop a personalized blended learning action plan
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
This training is designed for district and campus personnel who are new to School Improvement. Leadership teams will explore how the Effective Schools Framework (ESF) provides a clear vision for ensuring an excellent education for all Texas students. Participants will learn how the ESF supports continuous improvement efforts by serving as the foundation for the ESF diagnostic process and aligning resources to meet each school's needs. Throughout the session, participants will delve into the ESF framework and its 5 Levers, examining how Effective Instruction, Strategic Staffing, and High-Quality Instructional Materials are bolstered by systems of Strong School Leadership and Planning. Additionally, they will gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming year, including the ESF Diagnostic, the development of their Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP), and the Foundational Leadership of Instructional Practices and Systems (FLIPS).
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
Get ready for an exciting, high-impact learning experience designed to elevate instructional coaching! Day 1 is a must-attend event for both Instructional Coaches and their Supervisors. This collaborative half-day session will ensure absolute clarity on the roles and responsibilities of Instructional Coaches, aligning their work with district and campus priorities. Supervisors will play a crucial role in shaping a shared vision for success and laying the foundation for impactful coaching. But the learning doesn’t stop there! After Day 1, Instructional Coaches will continue their journey with a powerful series of half-day sessions designed exclusively for them. These sessions will provide targeted strategies, best practices, and the support needed to thrive in their unique role. Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh insights, practical tools, and the confidence to drive meaningful change in teacher practice and student outcomes. ?? Spots are limited—sign up now!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - Administration
In this workshop, we will review the elements learned from the Standards-Based IEP 2-day training and apply newly acquired knowledge to further develop writing PLAAFP statements, goals, and objectives. Participants will have the opportunity to review PLAAFPs and Goals they have written and utilize the rubrics to perform a self-assessment of their growth in writing PLAAFPs and Goals. This workshop is primarily for Hallsville ISD staff.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 8/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
This workshop is for superintendents and district TIA (Teacher Incentive Allotment) teams who submitted and received an approved application and are entering the data capture year. You will be guided by the TIA Team on how to understand your application and apply those parameters to collect valid and reliable data as you prepare for data submission and validation. The afternoon is allotted for team planning.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/1/2025
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
This training series will focus on specific Head Start guidelines from the Office of Head Start. Each training will have a different area of focus. The focus of Series 2 is Maximizing Learning in the Early Childhood classroom. Topics include CIRCLE, CLASS, Mighty Minutes, and maximizing productivity. This training is for Head Start teachers and teaching assistants only.
Max Participants:
250
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
In this online course, participants will gain knowledge of current graduation requirements as defined by Chapter 74 of the education code in the State of Texas. Participants will also gain knowledge of CTE Programs of Study, new Industry-Based Certification guidelines, and CCMR for Accountability.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
13
Date: 9/2/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Development Series, a virtual workshop tailored for new CTE leadership staff. Each month, you'll participate in detailed training sessions on key aspects of CTE management. These interactive Zoom meetings provide a casual networking opportunity to ask questions, receive guidance, and share experiences. You'll gain expert insights and practical strategies to enhance your skills and support your program’s success. This series is an excellent chance for new leaders to stay informed, build connections, and advance their CTE initiatives effectively. For Contracted and SSA members only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Much of the thinking done in schools today emphasizes the skills of analysis - finding the best and correct answer. However, there is another kind of thinking that focuses on exploring ideas, generating possibilities, and looking for many right answers rather than just one. Explore strategies to help students learn to think creatively to solve problems. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Lufkin ISD District Education Center
This training is designed for district and campus personnel who are new to School Improvement. Leadership teams will explore how the Effective Schools Framework (ESF) provides a clear vision for ensuring an excellent education for all Texas students. Participants will learn how the ESF supports continuous improvement efforts by serving as the foundation for the ESF diagnostic process and aligning resources to meet each school's needs. Throughout the session, participants will delve into the ESF framework and its 5 Levers, examining how Effective Instruction, Strategic Staffing, and High-Quality Instructional Materials are bolstered by systems of Strong School Leadership and Planning. Additionally, they will gain insights into the requirements for the upcoming year, including the ESF Diagnostic, the development of their Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP), and the Foundational Leadership of Instructional Practices and Systems (FLIPS). This workshop will be held in Lufkin, TX at the Lufkin ISD District Education Center (Training Room A).
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
This is a time for Special Education Directors to learn and collaborate on current legislative and programmatic issues as well as a time of networking. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. Please send POs to Nella Custer at ncuster@esc7.net or Fax to 903-988-6846.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
As AI continues to reshape industries—including education—leaders need a clear, practical understanding of what it is and what it isn’t. This session lays the groundwork by exploring the history, core concepts, and types of AI, while also addressing common misconceptions. Designed specifically for district and campus leaders, this conversation will build a shared language and foundation to support strategic decision-making and future planning around AI implementation in schools. *Guest Speaker - Holly Clark*
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This session is designed for all staff members who are new to the PEIMS process.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Did you know that most program monitoring validation requests revolve around campus-level data and documentation? If that’s got you walking the tightrope of uncertainty, worry no more—we’re here to help you juggle it all with confidence! Join us under the big top as we kick off the school year with systems, procedures, and stellar exemplars that will send your campus soaring toward success. During this high-flying workshop, participants will navigate the ins and outs of campus-level Title I, A requirements, explore essential compliance documentation, and uncover real-world strategies that truly deliver. This workshop is specially designed for our ringmasters—Title I, A campus administrators—ready to lead the show with confidence and flair!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
5
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Bring science to life in your K-2 classroom with engaging small group and station-based instruction aligned to the new Science TEKS! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore practical strategies for designing and managing science stations that foster exploration, collaboration, and critical thinking. Leave with ready-to-use activities, make-and-take resources, and the confidence to create a dynamic and differentiated learning environment for your young scientists!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This training program is intended for new and aspiring school nutrition program managers and directors with five years or less experience. Lessons provide an overview of school nutrition programs, define the role and responsibilities of a manager or director, and review the relationship between local policies and State/Federal regulations. The course has been developed to encourage open-group discussion so participants can be actively involved in learning the skills and knowledge needed for the daily operation of school nutrition programs.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Talk Saves Lives is a Trainer of Trainers in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s standardized education program that provides participants with the most up-to-date research on suicide prevention and what they can do in their communities to save lives. Participants will learn common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide. They will learn best practices for keeping themselves and others safe and helpful education in mental health and suicide prevention through activity-based learning. This training is included in TEA’s Best Practices List for suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are reshaping how we approach writing in the classroom. This hands-on workshop will help you build AI literacy and explore practical, ethical strategies for integrating AI into writing instruction. Come to learn how generative AI works, how to craft better prompts, and how to guide students in using AI to brainstorm ideas, organize their thinking, and reflect on their work—without replacing their voice or critical thinking. We’ll address concerns around plagiarism, set clear expectations for classroom use, and share ready-to-use lesson ideas and policies. Participants will leave with the confidence and tools to make AI a meaningful part of the writing process.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 9:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
"Zoom over and join the excitement at our EcoLand Animal Extravaganza! Students are in for a wild adventure as they explore the fascinating world of our animals, discovering everything from their habitats to body coverings, offspring, and more! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring the zoo to you with our live and interactive Zoom sessions created for 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual animal encounter like never before! Why should you hop on board? Well, it's not just about the animals; our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is tailor-made for your entire class, aligning seamlessly with grade-level standards. Meet Terry the Tree Frog and friends as they lead the way in a lively session that encourages students to compare, contrast, and categorize the amazing characteristics they observe. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online experience; it's a doorway to a plethora of educational benefits for your students. Let's turn Zoom into a magical learning space together! "
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
First Time Administrator Academy Kick-Off is mandatory for all participants and their mentors. Mentor/Mentee Kickoff Workshop: Building Leadership Clarity and Consistency ½ Day Attendance at the Join us for an empowering half-day Mentor/Mentee Kickoff focused on building strong instructional leadership through the Effective Schools Framework, Lever 1 - Essential Action 1.1. This workshop will equip campus instructional leaders with the tools to establish clear, written, and transparent roles and responsibilities, ensuring that leadership tasks—such as observations, debriefs, and team meetings—are purposefully scheduled on weekly calendars. Participants will learn how to create measurable performance expectations that align with job responsibilities and utilize consistent protocols to effectively lead their teams. Through collaborative discussions and practical exercises, mentors and mentees will explore strategies to foster student progress through data-driven decision-making and implement professional development practices that enhance leadership growth. Per TAC 241.25 A principal or assistant principal employed for the first time as a campus administrator (including the first time in the state) shall participate in an induction period of at least one year. The induction period should be a structured, systemic process for assisting the new principal or assistant principal in further developing skills in guiding the everyday operation of a school, adjusting to the particular culture of a school district, and developing a personal awareness of self in the campus administrator role. Mentoring support must be an integral component of the induction period.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar will review the steps for the end-of-cycle processes for TeacherPortal. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Kerry Brewer.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This workshop will cover everything you need to know about accurate attendance accounting. Kim Domke, PEIMS Coordinator at Arlington ISD and frequent TASBO presenter, will discuss all things attendance, including some best practices. We encourage Campus attendance personnel to attend this workshop.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
"Zoom over and join the excitement at our EcoLand Animal Extravaganza! Students are in for a wild adventure as they explore the fascinating world of our animals, discovering everything from their habitats to body coverings, offspring, and more! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring the zoo to you with our live and interactive Zoom sessions created for 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual animal encounter like never before! Why should you hop on board? Well, it's not just about the animals; our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is tailor-made for your entire class, aligning seamlessly with grade-level standards. Meet Terry the Tree Frog and friends as they lead the way in a lively session that encourages students to compare, contrast, and categorize the amazing characteristics they observe. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online experience; it's a doorway to a plethora of educational benefits for your students. Let's turn Zoom into a magical learning space together! "
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
"Zoom over and join the excitement at our EcoLand Animal Extravaganza! Students are in for a wild adventure as they explore the fascinating world of our animals, discovering everything from their habitats to body coverings, offspring, and more! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring the zoo to you with our live and interactive Zoom sessions created for 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual animal encounter like never before! Why should you hop on board? Well, it's not just about the animals; our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is tailor-made for your entire class, aligning seamlessly with grade-level standards. Meet Terry the Tree Frog and friends as they lead the way in a lively session that encourages students to compare, contrast, and categorize the amazing characteristics they observe. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online experience; it's a doorway to a plethora of educational benefits for your students. Let's turn Zoom into a magical learning space together! "
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for this TASI from TEA to learn more about the STAAR Interims.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/4/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 2:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
"Zoom over and join the excitement at our EcoLand Animal Extravaganza! Students are in for a wild adventure as they explore the fascinating world of our animals, discovering everything from their habitats to body coverings, offspring, and more! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring the zoo to you with our live and interactive Zoom sessions created for 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual animal encounter like never before! Why should you hop on board? Well, it's not just about the animals; our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is tailor-made for your entire class, aligning seamlessly with grade-level standards. Meet Terry the Tree Frog and friends as they lead the way in a lively session that encourages students to compare, contrast, and categorize the amazing characteristics they observe. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online experience; it's a doorway to a plethora of educational benefits for your students. Let's turn Zoom into a magical learning space together! "
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us for Leadership Communities of Practice (COP) designed to deepen your understanding of key LASO implementation areas and foster peer-to-peer collaboration. Roundtable 2: Mastering Internalization Internalization Action Plan & Evidence of Internalization: Develop a seamless integration strategy and translate it into tangible action, ensuring lasting system adoption.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 6-Alg I Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 3-5 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Center for Effective Schools Meeting 8:30am - 11:30am ATT Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
The TSIA 2.0 is the assessment used to evaluate students' college readiness. Success on the TSIA, combined with earning industry certifications, can unlock significant resources and funding for schools. Learn about TSIA updates to the assessment. Join us for an in-depth session covering essential information for administrators, counselors, and testing coordinators. This session will feature insights from experts in Career and Technical Education (CTE), Special Education, and test administration. Key topics will include CCMR (College, Career, and Military Readiness), Outcome Bonus funding, and student accommodations. Don’t miss this opportunity to access the most current information and strategies to help students achieve their college and career goals.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the State Compensatory Education Program Kickoff, designed to equip educators and program administrators with the foundational knowledge and tools needed for effective implementation. This session will cover the basics of state compensatory education, essential documentation requirements, and strategies for planning and evaluating program success. Participants will gain practical insights to ensure compliance, maximize program impact, and drive positive outcomes for students. Whether you're new to the program or looking for a comprehensive refresher, this workshop will set the stage for a successful year.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting, recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This workshop series is designed to help educators, administrators, and district leaders understand and effectively implement the key areas of focus within Title II, Part A. Title II, Part A funds are dedicated to improving the quality of instruction through professional development, recruitment, and retention of high-quality educators. This series will offer practical insights and strategies for aligning Title II funds with district and school priorities to enhance educator effectiveness and student success. Session 1: Unpacking Title II Part A: Recruiting and Retaining Effective Teachers and Principals. This session focuses on strategies for maximizing your Title II funds for Recruitment and Retention. Ideas and best practices will be the focus of the session as well as compliance reminders for this area of focus.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/8/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
During these monthly chats, we will review pertinent information regarding school counseling. We will review resources to assist with the comprehensive school counseling program. In addition, we will take time to answer questions about the Texas Model, time tracking, advocacy, responsive services, and any other questions participants may have.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 3-day training is a prerequisite for Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) evaluators. This AEL training will focus on the tenets of instructional leadership and will provide opportunities for application. AEL training aims to provide practical and relevant examples from the field of education with a balance of research. Participants will explore the five interlocking themes of educational leadership and seven interwoven strands of effective soft skills through scaffolded activities and opportunities for reflection and networking.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 6-Alg I Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Counselors who work with gifted/talented students are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional learning that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students, program options for gifted/talented students, and social emotional learning with an update after each legislative session (19 TAC 89.2(3)). This training meets the requirements of the TAC.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Educational technology serves as a powerful catalyst in classrooms by breaking down barriers and creating equitable learning opportunities for all students. Through strategic implementation of digital tools, schools can enhance their themed instruction while personalizing learning experiences to meet diverse student needs. Technology enables real-time differentiation through adaptive platforms, provides access to industry-standard software, and facilitates virtual field trips that might otherwise be impossible. For STEAM-focused programs, technology offers advanced simulation software and coding platforms, while arts-centered classrooms can leverage digital creation tools and virtual museums. Universal Design for Learning principles, implemented through thoughtful tech integration, ensure that all students can access and engage with content regardless of their learning style or needs. Global collaboration tools connect students with experts and peers worldwide, expanding cultural understanding and real-world relevance. Digital portfolios and progress-tracking systems help students demonstrate growth and competency in theme-specific areas while providing valuable data for teachers to adjust instruction. When properly implemented, educational technology not only supports specialized curricula but also prepares students for future success by developing digital literacy and 21st-century skills essential in our increasingly connected world.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is a top priority for any educational institution. It is crucial to stay updated on the latest safety measures and procedures to ensure the safety of everyone on campus. This workshop is designed for educators, school administrators, school safety personnel, and anyone interested in improving safety on campus. During this one-hour Zoom meeting, we will discuss the latest safety trends, best practices, and strategies for enhancing the safety and security of students and staff.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Vision Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. If you are using an automated vision screener (ie Spot or Optiplex) you must bring a copy of your certificate of training by the manufacturer in order to be certified for vision screening.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This training is for CTE directors, coordinators, counselors, and teachers. It is designed for those who are relatively NEW to CTE program management and as a refresher course for those with more experience. Topics covered: CTE PEIMS Coding, TEA and Legislative Updates, Labor Market, Non-Tradition Programs, CTE Funding, Teacher Certification, Programs of Study, Endorsements, Industry-Based Certifications, Resources, best practices, and much more.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/9/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Grab your favorite cup of coffee and join us for a relaxed yet informative discussion on supporting students experiencing homelessness. These monthly McKinney-Vento chats provide a welcoming space to dive into key topics, explore valuable resources, and get answers to your questions—whether it’s about student identification, dispute resolution, or available services. It’s the perfect blend of collaboration, learning, and support to help you navigate the challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support 8th-grade science teachers in preparing students for success. We’ll evaluate last spring’s results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Force, Motion, & Energy Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our K-2 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
**Advertisement for the Course: Participants need to bring their school/district’s LWP & Triennial Assessment to the course, or have a digital copy readily available. ** This course is intended to position School Food Authorities (SFAs) to meet the requirements of the Local Wellness Policy (LWP) through effective development, implementation, and evaluation processes. Objectives: 1. The learner will understand the phases of the local wellness policy (LWP) of development, implementation, and evaluation. 2. The learner will understand the required elements of a LWP and review their current LWP for completeness. 3. The learner will understand the evaluation phase of the LWP through the Triennial Assessment and the Administrative Review.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Hearing Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Hearing Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. Please bring your audiometer with you to the training.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This session is designed to give business administrators a comprehensive understanding of the ESSA grant, its programs, and its requirements. Attendees will explore key topics, including compliance with federal regulations such as EDGAR, REAP/Funding Transferability, Indirect Costs, and SCE. Whether you are new to federal grants or seeking to enhance your ESSA and federal grant knowledge, this session will equip you with the skills and knowledge to ensure the success of your grant programs.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
CTE-SSA administrators that are contracted with the service center will meet and receive information about SSA services for their districts. SSA members will also receive instruction on CTE catalogs and be provided with information regarding professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Is it your dream to have a Title I, Part A schoolwide campus? Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Title I, Part A Schoolwide campus? Do you have a campus that would like to attain this status? Do you have what it takes to build a quality program? Please bring your campus team and join us for an informational meeting to learn the requirements and map out a plan to build your Title I, Part A schoolwide campus program for the next school year. This informational meeting is a requirement for any campus wishing to move to a schoolwide campus designation.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Welcome to the wonderful profession of school counseling! If you are brand new, if you have three or fewer years of experience join us for a day of learning, sharing, laughing, and planning. We will talk about your role and how your work fits into a Comprehensive School Counseling Program (CSCP). Topics will include the four components of a CSCP, the four student competencies, 80% of your time per TEC 33.006, small groups, classroom guidance, strategies for effective planning, and crisis response. Participants will network and collaborate with other new school counselors. A working lunch will be provided.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Leadership Training
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Come together with other members of the Title I, Part C- Migrant SSA and have collaborative conversations about all things Migrant. Participants will leave with a greater understanding of the grant requirements, SSA information, available resources, and ESC supports.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 12:01 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
This workshop is for contracted CTE schools. Schools will receive information on the products and services provided during 2025-26 contract year. The CTE team will provide details on upcoming workshops and professional development that are available for both teachers and administrators. The catalog template for marketing and recruiting will be shared, along with TEA updates.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/10/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Updates will be provided on legal issues, events, and new developments in the field of visual impairments. Participants will discuss strategies to achieve the VI State goals and improve student outcomes. This is a Zoom Meeting/Roundtable Discussion for new TSVIs and COMS serving in Region 7.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
A relationship with one caring adult has the power to impact student welfare and success. Bus drivers, teachers, paraprofessionals, counselors, principals, interventionists, and other school staff have a direct and daily influence on positive student outcomes. 'Capturing Kids' Hearts' shows them how to create high-achieving centers of learning by strengthening students' connectedness to others through enhancing healthy bonds with staff and establishing collaborative agreements of acceptable behavior. Participants will learn how to build meaningful, productive relationships with every student and every colleague; how to develop team-building skills and social contracts with students, and how to create a safe, effective environment for learning. ***This is a 2-day training*** Participants are required to attend both days to get credit.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
25
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Pine Room*
Food Allergies for School Nutrition Managers and Staff is an in-depth training on managing food allergies in school nutrition programs. Food allergy management personnel who take this course will create an outline of a food allergy management plan or have an opportunity to strengthen their existing plan. This course includes information about food allergies, food intolerance, reading food labels, avoiding cross-contact, accommodating students with food allergies, laws regarding food allergies, and educating the school community about food allergies. Objectives: *Evaluate the impact that an allergic reaction incident may have on a school. *Describe a food allergy, its symptoms, and treatment methods. *Identify the eight major food allergens. *Distinguish between food allergy and food intolerance. *Demonstrate how to find the eight major food allergens in the ingredient statement on the food label. *Describe how to find allergens in the ingredient statement on the food label that are not among the eight major, are in bulk items, or are in USDA Foods. *Describe the procedures for reading ingredient statements. *Explain cross-contact. *Examine how cross-contact may occur, and develop strategies for preventing it. *Describe methods for supporting children with food allergies. *Determine strategies to manage food prepared and served outside of the cafeteria.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support middle school science teachers working in small districts who teach multiple grade levels. We’ll evaluate last spring’s results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Force, Motion, & Energy Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Transform your classroom technology integration with PAGER: A revolutionary framework that empowers educators to strategically evaluate and implement digital tools for maximum student impact. This research-based model shifts traditional teacher-centered technology use to create dynamic, student-driven learning environments. Through PAGER's systematic approach, participants will: • Master a shared vocabulary that bridges communication gaps between students, teachers, and administrators • Learn practical strategies to evaluate tech tools through the lens of student engagement and achievement • Develop actionable plans to transition from teacher-directed to student-owned learning experiences • Gain concrete methods for measuring technology effectiveness beyond surface-level engagement • Leave with ready-to-implement strategies that enhance student agency and metacognition Perfect for K-12 teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators, this hands-on workshop provides immediate takeaways to elevate your school's educational technology integration. Join us to discover how PAGER can transform your classroom into a dynamic space where technology serves learning, not the other way around.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Kick off the new school year as we work together to assess the needs of our SSA member districts and set the stage for success! Come together with other members of the TEHCY Homeless Grant SSA for collaborative conversations about all things McKinney-Vento. Participants will leave with a greater understanding of district needs, grant requirements, SSA information, available resources, and ESC supports.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
With so many types of meetings it can be confusing to ensure ESSA and SCE compliance is met. Whether it is CNA, CIP/DIP, PFE, or SCE, you want to be sure that you have clarity on the purpose, timeline, and compliance documentation for each type of meeting. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the required meetings as well as a resource to help them get each on the schedule.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
6
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar will explain all things related to the TIMS Application, such as: how to apply for TIMS Level 1 Support, setting up your TIMS Dashboard, how to create a TIMS ticket, and how to search the Knowledge Base. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Mechelle Carpenter.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/11/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The Region 7 ESC Crisis Team meeting is designed to increase the knowledge and preparedness of all staff who serve on the ESC Crisis Team. Each meeting will consist of a data review, a review of the NOVA model for crisis response, and necessary updates. There will also be time to address questions and concerns.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join us for a day of learning all about the new TEKS RS Pre-K platform. In this session, we will dive into the Pre-K Guidelines and all that TEKS RS has to offer. Be sure to bring a device to follow along and launch into the platform!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Are you preparing to become a certified bilingual teacher in Texas? If so, you will need to take the TExES 190 - Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT). This 6-hour in-person workshop will help build and refine your language skills in the target language (Spanish) and prepare you to take the BTLPT exam with confidence. This workshop will be taught in Spanish.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
9
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Come explore how to blend gifted and talented (G/T) strategies with science instruction, using the book The Wild Robot as a creative framework. Participants will explore themes from the movie, such as robotics, ecosystems, and adaptation while designing inquiry-based science lessons that challenge and engage G/T students. Learn to integrate critical thinking and creative problem-solving into lessons while creating cross-curricular connections between literacy and science through the lenses of technology and innovation. Get ready to integrate, differentiate, and explore!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 1-hour workshop series will focus on Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) intervention strategies aimed at boosting academic achievement. Participants will explore effective, evidence-based practices for implementing targeted interventions. Each session will cover a new topic, allowing us to delve deeper into practices such as differentiation, scaffolding, and the use of systematic and explicit instruction. Through collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical tools and resources to strengthen your intervention time, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive academically. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/12/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Save planning time, reduce decision fatigue, and cater to the diverse needs of students with Twee! Join us for an exciting workshop where you'll explore an innovative tool for differentiating assignments and creating engaging practice opportunities. Discover how Twee can become your go-to resource for fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of all students. Dive into hands-on activities, collaborate with fellow educators, and leave with practical strategies and resources ready to implement. Don't miss this chance to revolutionize your teaching and inspire your students with personalized learning experiences!
Max Participants:
48
Min Participants:
3
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 3-5 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us for this interactive session where you will experience small-group literacy instruction in various grade levels and tiers. We will role-play teacher-student interactions using appropriate texts and/or skills-based strategies and activities. After a brief overview of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 instruction and best practices, participants will rotate through grade-level and tiered small-group instruction, which will be based on mock data. The instruction will focus on grades 4-6.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA approved training for early mental health prevention, and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
8
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us in our STEM Integration Series Part 1 focused on using MicroBits and Block Coding in the science classroom.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Jacksonville ISD - Administration
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. **This training is open to any district that is a member of the Title I, Part A Complete Services and Professional Development packages.**
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
3
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Are you preparing to become ESL certified? Join us for an interactive full-day session where we will explore the foundations and framework of ESL instruction. We will take several practice quizzes and become familiar with the ESL TExES 154 Exam format. Everyone will receive access to a study guide and a variety of online resources for further practice. Come away feeling prepared, confident, and ready to ace the test!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
18
Date: 9/15/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Would you like to retain effective teachers in your district or charter? This two-day workshop, presented by Lead4Ward, is designed to meet that need! Send your beginning teachers for this training that will address the following topics: Managing time, space, materials, and behaviors; developing into an effective teacher; engaging learners; understanding the standards; and using visuals and vocabulary. Each participant will receive a copy of Lead4Ward’s First-Year Teacher Notebook. Participants will automatically be registered for day two - January 20, 2026, and MUST attend both sessions to receive credit.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
25
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Maple Room
Step into the world of educational superheroes where we’ll arm you with powerful strategies and tech tools to help newcomer immigrant students soar to new heights! This dynamic workshop will equip you with everything you need to support Emergent Bilinguals with limited proficiency, helping them discover their own superpowers. Get ready to transform your classroom into a place where every student can shine! All participants will also be registered for the partner session #360651 Blooming Academic Vocabulary in the afternoon.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
5
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our K-2 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join a day full of engaging games and instructional activities designed to spiral content and target students' misconceptions all year. We'll dig into specific techniques and resources designed to make a lasting impact on student understanding and build resources you can begin using right away. This isn't just about passing a test – it's about equipping ourselves with the tools to foster meaningful learning experiences for students. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching skills and empower your students for success. See you there!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Unlock the full potential of literacy leadership with our training designed for campus leaders. This session goes beyond the basics of the Texas Reading Academy to provide in-depth strategies rooted in the science of teaching. Participants will learn ways to support and empower your teachers, fostering a culture of literacy excellence and achieving outstanding outcomes for your students.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
15
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Join us for a half-day workshop designed for educators, administrators, and district staff to gain a thorough understanding of the Individual Graduation Committees (IGC) as outlined in TEC §28.0258. Participants will learn about the criteria for students who have failed the end-of-course (EOC) assessment graduation requirements for no more than two courses and how they can still qualify to graduate with an IGC determination. The workshop will cover: - Overview of TEC §28.0258 - Step-by-step process for establishing and managing IGCs - Best practices for supporting students through the IGC process - Recent updates and changes to the IGC requirements By the end of this workshop, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively support students in meeting graduation requirements through the IGC pathway. Who Should Attend: - High school educators - School administrators - District staff involved in student assessment and graduation processes
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
5
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Make math come alive with music and movement! This hands-on session integrates Counting the Math Way with rhythmic patterns, songs, and instrument-based activities to deepen students' understanding of number relationships, place value, and operations. Aligned with TEKS standards, these engaging strategies help K-2 learners build fluency, strengthen subitizing skills, and make meaningful math connections. Walk away with ready-to-use activities and songs that will transform how students experience math in your classroom!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
First-Time Administrator Academy – Day 1 Building Leadership Excellence: Aligning Vision, Strategy, and Practice Day 1 of the First-Time Administrator Academy offers a comprehensive exploration of key leadership components designed to enhance strategic impact and effectiveness. Participants will reflect on their leadership style to maximize their influence on school culture, instructional practices, and student outcomes. The session provides an in-depth exploration of the T-PESS Rubric, focusing on performance standards and indicators that define successful school leadership. Through Crosswalk Document analysis, participants will examine the alignment between T-PESS Domains, selected literature, and ESF Levers, enabling strategic planning for leadership growth. Attendees will learn how to collect and present evidence of proficiency in T-PESS Domains and ESF Levers, participate in guided goal-setting sessions, and engage in Leadership in Action scenarios to practice decision-making and strategic problem-solving. Opportunities for collaboration through discussions and group activities will foster a supportive network of peers and mentors, empowering participants to lead with vision, strategy, and confidence.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Are you interested in challenging yourself and your students to master language in your classroom? Then join us for practical solutions you can use in your classroom as soon as you leave! We will look at the 5 W's (Who, What, When, Where, Why) of Academic Vocabulary and collaborate on best practices for implementation. All participants will also be registered for the partner session #351218 - "Unleashing the Hero in Every Newcomer" in the morning.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Charter School Waitlist webinar to review the data elements required and the reports available in TSDS for the Charter School Waitlist Core Collection. The purpose of the Charter School Waitlist Collection is to meet the requirements of TEC Chapter 12, Subchapter D, Section 12.1174 by collecting information about enrollment and the use of a waiting list. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Melissa Smith.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
You're invited to a library professional learning community meet-up. In this session, we will discuss timely library topics and best practices. Please join us and let your voice be heard because we learn better together!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall cohort session designed to support 7th-grade science teachers. We’ll evaluate last spring’s STAAR results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Force, Motion, & Energy Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
This workshop explores the responsible use of AI tools in academic settings, emphasizing both ethical considerations and the potential for enhancing research and creativity. Participants will learn how to: 1. Understand the capabilities and limitations of AI tools in academic contexts 2. Develop strategies for using AI to support research processes while maintaining academic integrity 3. Explore creative applications of AI that complement, rather than replace, original thinking 4. Navigate ethical considerations and institutional policies regarding AI use in coursework 5. Cultivate critical thinking skills to evaluate AI-generated content Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, teachers will gain insights into leveraging AI as a powerful aid for their students' academic journeys while upholding the principles of academic honesty and intellectual growth.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
State and Federal Programs Staff Meeting
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision & Hearing Re-Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers, who have taken the FULL Vision & Hearing Certification within the last 5 years + to December 31. Participants must have an active card and be at least 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join us under the big top as we take you on a journey through the world of McKinney-Vento/Homeless education! From the high-flying essentials of identification and eligibility to juggling key topics like discipline, transportation, and school of origin—we've got it all covered. Stay in the spotlight with the latest legal updates and ensure you're center stage when it comes to supporting students. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to tighten your safety net of knowledge and keep your efforts soaring to new heights! Topics in this training include McKinney-Vento 101 (basics of MKV and program implementation), McKinney-Vento 201 (family code-consent to treatment, truancy, discipline, LEA website, and resources), and Texas McKinney-Vento Laws
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
9
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Continue your school year with intentional, timely planning in this dynamic, teacher-driven cohort! Centered around just-in-time strategies, this session offers space to collaboratively unpack upcoming math concepts, share practical ideas, and build meaningful connections with fellow educators. Grounded in Texas standards and curriculum agnostic, this planning-focused experience empowers teachers to meet students where they are—right when they need it. Let's kick-off a great year by sharing ideas around fluency plans for your classroom, school, or district! This cohort will meet several times during the year but attendance at each cohort is not required. Come meet with your math specialists and find your planning groove!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
East Texas TASBO 25-26
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
General concepts about basic forecasting for the procurement of foods in Child Nutrition Programs are covered during this session. This training does not discuss federal regulations pertaining to the procurement system. Key topic areas: Stakeholders’ responsibilities and expectations How menus determine goods and services that must be competitively procured Inventory management, product movement, and cost management Product categories, screening, and specifications CN labeling Accurate forecasting of products Objectives: *Review stakeholders’ responsibilities and expectations. *Discuss how the menu determines the goods and services that must be competitively procured. *Review basic concepts of inventory management, product movement, and cost management. *Summarize the types of items that are associated with a specific product category. *Create a sample product screening evaluation tool. *Practice writing a mock product specification. *Examine the features of a Child Nutrition Label. *Discuss the importance of accurately forecasting products.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This hands-on workshop is all about making reading records work for you and your students. If you’ve ever thought of them as just a way to level readers, you’re not alone—but they can do so much more! Together, we’ll dive into how reading records give us a clear window into students’ reading skills, fluency, and comprehension. You’ll get plenty of hands-on practice with administering reading records, analyzing what they tell us about student reading behaviors, and using that data to plan small-group instruction that truly meets your students’ needs. By the end of our time together, you’ll feel confident and equipped to use reading records in a way that makes a real difference in your classroom.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Join us for this Trainer-of-Trainers for Educator Wellness and Trauma-Informed Care! This training is included in the TEA Best Practices list for Grief and Trauma-Informed Strategies. After attending this training, counselors will be prepared to take this training and deliver it to their districts. Lunch will be provided.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Workshop series day 2 of 4: 8th Grade Social Studies U is a year-long 4-day opportunity to work with other 8th-grade teachers. Teachers will work in groups to review content, examine the TEKS, and develop units. The day will be fast-paced and teacher-centered. Most of the day will be spent planning, collaborating, and working with others. Additional 8th Grade Social Studies U dates are December 3 and February 19 Day 2 units include Writing the Constitution, Early Republic, and Age of Jackson
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This session is designed as a collaborative platform for instructional coaches. The opportunity to develop and practice coaching skills, share best practices, network, and receive updates will be provided to these leaders. These targeted supports are intended to enhance their work as mentors and role models to teachers and to improve teacher practice and student outcomes.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
School nursing is a unique field. The expectations and standards of care are somewhat different than that of other nurse practice settings. The school nurse is responsible for implementing the school health program, assisting with student well-being and completing health related tasks. This training focuses on the components of school health and the school nurse’s role and responsibility. Laws and statues along with best practices for balancing the workload will be shared.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
This comprehensive course will guide SFAs to establish an effective foundation in certification and benefit issuance policies and procedures using class discussion and hands-on activities. We recommend bringing a laptop device, access to your eligibility determination system, and your state-application log-in information to view the SFA's application on file with TDA. Objectives: • Identify the 9 foundational benefit issuance processes that should be reviewed, revised, and implemented each year prior to reviewing applications. • Practice determining eligibility benefits. • Understand the documentation that will be requested during an Administrative Review to ensure compliance with program standards. Outline steps in the verification process including required reporting.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join our 2025-2026 cohort of K-2 science teachers! Participants will explore hands-on strategies for teaching forces and energy, focusing on integrating literacy activities such as vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and writing. Teachers will create resources to take back to their classrooms. This integrated approach allows teachers to build science content knowledge and literacy skills in their young learners!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/19/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
School nurses are leaders in their district. During this session, we will explore a wide range of topics to build a clear understanding of the expectations and challenges faced by school nurses in our region. Participants will receive up-to-date information covering all aspects of school nursing responsibilities. There will also be an opportunity to share the positive impact you’re making within your district and engage in small group collaboration with fellow members. Note: This workshop is exclusively for members of the Nurse's Co-op.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
20
Date: 9/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us as we hear Dahlinda Alaniz, TEA SCE Program Coordinator, present an overview of the SCE program, its benefit to the at-risk and economically disadvantaged student, and updates related to SCE. Some of the topics will include: program requirements, supporting a Title I, Part A Program, student eligibility, use of funds, required planning, and documentation.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This workshop is designed to assist the district user in learning how to utilize the software program. Learn what Pathways can do for your school and help you save time accurately tracking students' CCMR indicator points, endorsements, graduation requirements, and much more. Come learn how to upload your district information to sync with Pathways and build reports to track CCMR and more.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/22/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
It's testing time and you know what that means....assessment decision LPACs, also known as MOY LPACs. This process can seem overwhelming if this is your first rodeo. Lucky for you, this workshop is designed to provide district and campus testing and LPAC coordinators with the specific guidelines needed to conduct the mid-year assessment LPAC meetings. We'll look at specific LPAC decision processes related to STAAR (paper and online), STAAR Spanish, Designated Supports, STAAR Alt 2, and TELPAS/TELPAS Alt. Let us help you get your people trained and your processes in place for smooth MOY LPACs.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/22/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Programs Director stepping into the center ring for the first time? Trying to juggle requirements, tame timelines, and keep all the plates spinning? Join us under the tent for an informal chat designed to help you navigate the high-wire act of compliance, planning, and first-year "firsts"—like DIP meetings, principal check-ins, and more. Each session will follow an agenda based on the upcoming acts outlined in the Guidebook for Federal Program Directors (available in the Google Classroom), but your burning questions will always take center stage. Whether you’re building systems, meeting deadlines, or just trying not to drop the ball—we're here to help you make it a show to remember!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:15 PM
Location: Cedar Room B
Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is open to administrators who will be evaluating teachers using the T-TESS model. The three-day training will cover the T-TESS rubric's four domains: Planning, Instruction, Learning Environment, and Professional Practice and Responsibilities. Appraisers must also possess an ILD (Individualized Leadership Development) certificate OR an AEL (Advanced Educational Leadership) certificate as a co-requisite to the T-TESS certification. To register please contact Nicki Carter or Lyndsey Register at Region 7 Center for Effective Schools.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
This training will help SFAs establish a foundation in policies and procedures to conduct annual verification activities, including the annual Verification Report (FNS-742) submission. Participants will also learn about Administrative Review tips during the training. Objective/Goals: • Establish Official roles related to eligibility and verification activities. • Identify the timeline of verification activities within the SFA and reporting to the State Agency. • Understand the 9 action steps of the verification process, including reporting to the State Agency. • Learn how verification activities are evaluated in a compliance review.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
These strategic planning cohorts are designed to deepen teachers' understanding of RLA content, instructional planning with TEKS RS, and instructional delivery in collaboration with other RLA teachers from across the region. Each session will include learning regarding challenging RLA learning goals and a grade span model lesson to use in the classroom (K-5, 6-12). Teachers will also receive just-in-time PD/support for hot topics and areas of need such as the new TCMPC platform, written response, and challenging reading and writing topics.
Max Participants:
125
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall cohort session designed to support 6th-grade science teachers. We’ll evaluate last spring’s STAAR results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Force, Motion, & Energy Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K-12: The focus of this session will be applications for classroom integration of creative thinking skills and creative problem solving across content areas. This workshop does not count as a 6 hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, effective pedagogy extends beyond the classroom and embraces both digital and traditional methods. This session will explore how educators can integrate modern tools, technologies, and techniques to enhance learning experiences both online and offline. Participants will learn best practices for leveraging digital platforms, tools, and resources to engage students while also maintaining the value of in-person interactions. Key topics will include: -Designing blended learning experiences that promote student engagement and interaction -Strategies for fostering critical thinking and collaboration in digital environments -Balancing screen time and in-person learning to maintain healthy, effective pedagogical practices -Developing personalized learning experiences that cater to diverse learning styles and needs -Building digital literacy while cultivating essential offline skills in students This session is perfect for educators looking to stay ahead of the curve and implement strategies that blend the best of both the digital and physical worlds for a truly effective teaching experience.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Vision Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. If you are using an automated vision screener (ie Spot or Optiplex) you must bring a copy of your certificate of training by the manufacturer in order to be certified for vision screening.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
District MEP contacts and Migrant parents will meet together to plan and identify goals and strategies for the MEP and help establish supports for program implementation. The PAC meeting will assist parents in planning parent events and activities and building capacity in areas where growth is desired. The parents will provide suggestions to improve the program as well as identify barriers and best practices. to address the unique needs of the migratory lifestyle.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Every school needs a Social Media Superhero. The use of social media meets families, community members, and decision-makers in a place where they live daily. Find out how to maximize your school’s social media tools (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more) in order to lead, inspire and inform all stakeholders. Social media is a new literacy, and our school leaders have to model that literacy appropriately. Join renowned educator and leadership expert Joe Sanfelippo for an inspiring keynote and workshop that will transform the way you communicate your school’s story. In today’s digital age, social media isn’t just a tool—it’s an opportunity to build trust, celebrate successes, and engage your community like never before. Every Superintendent, Principal, Director, and Teacher has a hero inside them. Be A Social Media Hero!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
36
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This comprehensive session is designed to provide a detailed exploration of the State Compensatory Education (SCE) Policies and Procedures Manual Template. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the manual's framework, guiding principles, and practical applications. Key topics include compliance essentials, manual navigation, and documenting program implementation specifics. This session is ideal for educators, administrators, and staff responsible for implementing and managing SCE programs. By the end of this session, participants will feel confident in leveraging the manual as a vital resource for program success.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support biology teachers in preparing students for success. We’ll evaluate last spring’s results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to Biology TEKS, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: Participate in a hands-on investigation of the affective, cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and intuitive needs of gifted learners. Examine elements of gifted education program options, legal issues, and historical perspectives. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. Please send POs to Nella Custer at ncuster@esc7.net or Fax to 903-988-6846.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Hearing Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Hearing Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. Please bring your audiometer with you to the training.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for an essential discussion on identifying and engaging key stakeholders for ESSA and SCE meetings. This session will explore the critical players needed to ensure meaningful collaboration and successful outcomes, helping us build a strong, inclusive network for educational progress! We will cover all aspects of requirements around stakeholders, including ideas for choosing them, what to do about no-shows, who the required stakeholders are for each program, including the special rule for PFE evaluations.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
This TEA-approved training for grief and trauma-informed care provides an overview for staff on how to work with children and families who are living with intellectual and development disabilities (IDD) and have experienced trauma.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:15 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Elevate Your Learning: A Journey Through Place Value Progression Ready to see math through a whole new lens? Join us to deepen your understanding of Place Value through a progression. Each part of this four-part adventure will inspect math progressions that help students (and teachers!) connect the dots from year to year. This isn't just your standard PD—it's a journey through how kids really build their math brains over time.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
This Child and Adult Meal Pattern Requirements training features the updated requirements for serving nutritious meals and snacks to child and adult participants, as outlined in the latest CACFP meal patterns. Through this six-hour training, participants will explore each update to the child and adult meal patterns, as well as tips and strategies for implementation.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join our 2025-2026 Grade 3-5 cohort of science teachers! We will explore engaging hands-on activities aligned to Grades 3-5 TEKS while preparing students for the Texas Elementary Science STAAR. Teachers will investigate key concepts and plan for delivering lessons in their classrooms. The session includes opportunities for collaboration, make-and-takes, and STAAR-aligned questioning strategies to deepen understanding. This workshop blends collaboration, hands-on learning, make-and-take activities, and STAAR preparation, ensuring teachers have practical tools for engaging their students in learning.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Join us as we explore aspects of a student centered classroom using Kaplan's elements of depth and complexity to engage gifted students. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
In a world that is rapidly embracing the power of AI, educators need to lean into pedagogical practices that focus on process more than product. Blended Learning has the power to leverage high-level best practices for learning and student achievement. Delve into the transformative realm of collaborative learning. This innovative approach not only enriches the educational experience but also acts as a catalyst for higher levels of student achievement. This workshop offers valuable insights into cultivating an environment where learning becomes a dynamic journey. The focus is on empowering both educators and students to actively contribute to the educational narrative. Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning, preparing students not just for today but for the dynamic challenges of tomorrow. Together, let's make learning an empowering and exhilarating experience, emphasizing the methods of Blended Learning that elevate the learning process and contribute to the realization of heightened levels of student achievement.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This meeting of Curriculum Directors will provide an opportunity to receive updates, network, and share best practices to enhance programs. Q & A time will be provided for sharing concerns and successes. This workshop will be held face-to-face at Region 7 ESC or through Zoom.
Max Participants:
190
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
In this workshop, participants will learn about and practice skills in evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention practices, including screening for risk, safety planning, connecting with parents/guardians, and supporting transitions back to school following a suicide event or hospitalization.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Would you like to retain effective teachers in your district or charter? This two-day workshop, presented by Lead4Ward, is designed to meet that need! Send your beginning teachers for this training that will address the following topics: Managing time, space, materials, and behaviors; developing into an effective teacher; engaging learners; understanding the standards; and using visuals and vocabulary. Each participant will receive a copy of Lead4Ward’s First-Year Teacher Notebook. Participants will automatically be registered for day two - January 26, 2026, and MUST attend both sessions to receive credit.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
25
Date: 9/25/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This TEA-created session covers the requirements of the School-Parent Compact as outlined in ESSA 1116(d). Attendees will discuss ways to get parent input, as well as different evaluation methods. Sample compacts and compact templates will be shared.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/26/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Join our school counselors for a session to learn about the mental health resources available to support your child. Get tips on recognizing stress and anxiety, and discover how to help your child thrive.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Come reimagine your district G/T services as we explore the interdisciplinary connections of the Texas Performance Standards Project! These tasks, TEKS-based and focused on the four core areas, support differentiation of instruction and deepening of academic learning. Be prepared to dive into and customize these tasks to address the needs of your diverse G/T population! This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/29/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This one-hour session of an ongoing series is tailored for Federal Programs Directors and Business Office Staff to enhance their understanding of key fiscal concepts essential to effective grant management. Participants will explore critical topics, including budget planning, allowable costs, expenditure tracking, and compliance with federal regulations. The workshop will provide practical strategies for ensuring fiscal accountability and maximizing the impact of grant funds. Whether you're overseeing programs or managing financial operations, this session is designed to align fiscal practices with grant requirements, promoting transparency and efficiency. Join us to strengthen your fiscal foundation and support the successful administration of federal programs.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: EcoLand
Hop into the exciting world of EcoLand Teacher Certification, where adventure awaits our Head Start, Pre-K, ECSE, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 teachers! Join us for a “ribbit-ing” experience as we prepare you for the ultimate journey at EcoLand with your students. Our training is not just a requirement; it's a leap into a world of possibilities! During this lively session, you'll become a certified EcoLand expert, learning the ins and outs of the facility, getting the lowdown on enrollment details, and diving into interactive, hands-on activities that align seamlessly with Pre-K Guidelines and TEKS standards. But wait, there's more! Keeping your certification up to date is a breeze – simply join us for an annual visit with your class to maintain your EcoLand guru status. It's not just training; it's a perpetual adventure! Ready to make a splash in the world of education? Jump on board for EcoLand Teacher Certification – where learning and fun go hand-in-hand!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support Chemistry teachers in preparing students for success. We’ll evaluate last fall’s results to identify areas we need to change. This session includes hands-on activities aligned with Chemistry TEKS and opportunities for collaboration. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Whether you are a veteran or a newbie, we all want the same thing...a successful school year! Let’s embark on a journey of success as we cruise into the school year with practical ideas to address the climate and culture of your classroom and systems and procedures for classroom management. This workshop is designed for every grade level and situation.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA) is a foundational tool on which all campus and district plans are built. This session will guide participants through the process of conducting a Comprehensive Needs Assessment. We’ll cover key data sources, stakeholder involvement, and the need for prioritizing needs. Participants will use provided templates to guide their work through the process and ensure thorough documentation.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 9/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This learning session will familiarize participants with the data reported through Results-Driven Accountability (RDA) and will provide guidance on goal-setting for improvement utilizing the RDA Manual, Performance Level Cut Points analysis, and identification of potential areas for future Significant Disproportionality. TEA's Differentiated Monitoring and Support System will be reviewed regarding RDA Determination Levels and required activities. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
The Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) suite is a comprehensive professional learning designed to provide early childhood and elementary educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundational and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction. This 2-day workshop will be the initial days of training prior to beginning the self-paced modules. For this workshop to happen, there must be a minimum of 10 participants.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Administrators who have authority for program decisions are required to complete a minimum of six (6) hours of professional learning that includes nature and needs of gifted/talented students and program options for gifted/talented students with an update after each legislative session (19 TAC 89.2(3)) This workshop satisfies the required provisions in law.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support Physics teachers in preparing students for success. We’ll evaluate last fall’s results to identify areas we need to change. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Physics TEKS and opportunities for collaboration. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
As AI tools become more prevalent in classrooms, school leaders are tasked with ensuring their use is ethical, legal, and aligned with district values. This session will focus on the critical policy and ethical considerations surrounding AI, including data privacy, FERPA compliance, academic integrity, copyright, and responsible use. Through real-world case studies and collaborative discussion, participants will consider policy that supports safe, transparent, and thoughtful AI integration at both the campus and district levels. *Guest Speaker - Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, J.D, Ed.D.*
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
TEC 22.904 requires all staff who regularly interact with students to receive mental health training. This training is a TOT that is being offered to mental health professionals who will train staff in their district to meet the state requirements.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
366334 - Media Literacy and Thinking in a Digital Age: Developing Online Reasoning in Social Studies
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Explore how digital media changes traditional approaches to teaching history. Participants will reflect on their current practices and explore new methods grounded in historical thinking and inquiry. Participants will research practical tools and routines to help students critically evaluate sources and build civic online reasoning skills.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/1/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This workshop focuses on the foundational elements required for developing and revising a successful Campus Improvement Plan (CIP)/ Schoolwide Program Plan and District Improvement Plan (DIP)/ LEA Program Plan while aligning them with the goals of ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) and SCE (State Compensatory Education) programs. Participants will explore how these plans must meet both federal and state requirements to ensure high-quality education for all students, particularly those at risk of academic failure.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: Examine multiple options in assessment methods to help localize the process for identifying gifted learners in your district. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are reshaping how we approach writing in the classroom. This hands-on workshop will help you build AI literacy and explore practical, ethical strategies for integrating AI into writing instruction. Come to learn how generative AI works, how to craft better prompts, and how to guide students in using AI to brainstorm ideas, organize their thinking, and reflect on their work—without replacing their voice or critical thinking. We’ll address concerns around plagiarism, set clear expectations for classroom use, and share ready-to-use lesson ideas and policies. Participants will leave with the confidence and tools to make AI a meaningful part of the writing process.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain't no passing craze. Does student behavior have you stressed? Classroom management is the process by which teachers create and maintain appropriate behavior of students in classroom settings. It does not happen by accident! Join us for this session to discover processes and procedures to implement in your classroom to make your life much easier! Walk away singing Hakuna Matata!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Title IV, Part A LEA Special Data Collection for Public Reporting is right around the corner! Join us for this session to provide training on meeting the statutory requirements for program objectives, intended outcomes, and evaluating the effectiveness of the activities funded by Title IV. We will also discuss the requirements and processes leading to completing and submitting the Title IV, Part A Special Data Collection.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 9:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Dive headfirst into the world of learning as we embark on a lizard extravaganza at EcoLand! Join us in exploring a fascinating array of lizards, including the ever-charming Bearded Dragon, the mystical Crested Gecko, and the delightful Leopard Geckos! At EcoLand Early Learning Center, we're thrilled to bring the zoo to your Zoom with our live and interactive animal encounters created specifically for your 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual adventure that's as educational as it is fun! Why should you be part of the lizard brigade? Well, it's not just about scaly creatures; it's about turning Zoom into a lively learning hub! Our 45-minute virtual learning session is tailor-made for your whole class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Students will delve into the secrets of lizard habitats, uncovering similarities and differences and their special features that make each lizard unique. And who better to guide you through this exploration than Terry the Tree Frog and friends? Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online class; it's a gateway to a plethora of educational benefits for your entire class! Let's make Zooming an adventure in learning together!
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Updates will be provided on legal issues, events, and new developments in the field of visual impairments. Participants will discuss strategies to achieve the VI State goals and improve student outcomes. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Dive headfirst into the world of learning as we embark on a lizard extravaganza at EcoLand! Join us in exploring a fascinating array of lizards, including the ever-charming Bearded Dragon, the mystical Crested Gecko, and the delightful Leopard Geckos! At EcoLand Early Learning Center, we're thrilled to bring the zoo to your Zoom with our live and interactive animal encounters created specifically for your 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual adventure that's as educational as it is fun! Why should you be part of the lizard brigade? Well, it's not just about scaly creatures; it's about turning Zoom into a lively learning hub! Our 45-minute virtual learning session is tailor-made for your whole class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Students will delve into the secrets of lizard habitats, uncovering similarities and differences and their special features that make each lizard unique. And who better to guide you through this exploration than Terry the Tree Frog and friends? Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online class; it's a gateway to a plethora of educational benefits for your entire class! Let's make Zooming an adventure in learning together!
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Dive headfirst into the world of learning as we embark on a lizard extravaganza at EcoLand! Join us in exploring a fascinating array of lizards, including the ever-charming Bearded Dragon, the mystical Crested Gecko, and the delightful Leopard Geckos! At EcoLand Early Learning Center, we're thrilled to bring the zoo to your Zoom with our live and interactive animal encounters created specifically for your 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual adventure that's as educational as it is fun! Why should you be part of the lizard brigade? Well, it's not just about scaly creatures; it's about turning Zoom into a lively learning hub! Our 45-minute virtual learning session is tailor-made for your whole class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Students will delve into the secrets of lizard habitats, uncovering similarities and differences and their special features that make each lizard unique. And who better to guide you through this exploration than Terry the Tree Frog and friends? Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online class; it's a gateway to a plethora of educational benefits for your entire class! Let's make Zooming an adventure in learning together!
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/2/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 2:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Dive headfirst into the world of learning as we embark on a lizard extravaganza at EcoLand! Join us in exploring a fascinating array of lizards, including the ever-charming Bearded Dragon, the mystical Crested Gecko, and the delightful Leopard Geckos! At EcoLand Early Learning Center, we're thrilled to bring the zoo to your Zoom with our live and interactive animal encounters created specifically for your 1st grade, Kindergarten, Head Start, PreK, and ECSE students – this is your golden ticket to a virtual adventure that's as educational as it is fun! Why should you be part of the lizard brigade? Well, it's not just about scaly creatures; it's about turning Zoom into a lively learning hub! Our 45-minute virtual learning session is tailor-made for your whole class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Students will delve into the secrets of lizard habitats, uncovering similarities and differences and their special features that make each lizard unique. And who better to guide you through this exploration than Terry the Tree Frog and friends? Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just an online class; it's a gateway to a plethora of educational benefits for your entire class! Let's make Zooming an adventure in learning together!
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Este taller ampliará su conocimiento sobre las artes del lenguaje y lectura en español. Algunos temas incluirán las diferencias y similitudes entre las destrezas esenciales para artes del lenguaje y lectura en español y en inglés (SLAR and ELAR), y las conexiones interlingüísticas entre los dos idiomas y la transferencia de las habilidades de lectura y escritura del lenguaje primario (L1) al segundo lenguaje (L2). No se pierda este taller que será de gran interés para todos los maestros de estudiantes bilingües emergentes. ***The majority of this workshop will be taught in Spanish***
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 10/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Center for Effective Schools Meeting 8:30am - 11:30am ATT Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Gear up for Earth Science Week with a fun-filled day of outdoor STEM investigations at the Tyler Nature Center! Explore hands-on activities focused on concepts such as energy, meteorology, geology, astronomy, and ecology while practicing data collection techniques using both classic and digital systems. Participants will choose from various breakout sessions tailored to different grade levels and content to ensure there's something for everyone. This year's event features guest presenters from Texas Farm Bureau's Ag in the Classroom and UT Tyler and additional materials from Learning Undefeated to enhance your investigations. Be prepared for the elements—bring your hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and a camping chair! Registration deadline: September 29th. **Location: The Nature Center 11942 FM 848 Tyler, Texas 75707
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Synergy Park
Gear up for Earth Science Week with a fun-filled day of outdoor STEM investigations at the Tyler Nature Center! Explore hands-on activities focused on concepts such as energy, meteorology, geology, astronomy, and ecology while practicing data collection techniques using both classic and digital systems. Participants will choose from various breakout sessions tailored to different grade levels and content to ensure there's something for everyone. This year's event features guest presenters from Texas Farm Bureau's Ag in the Classroom and UT Tyler and additional materials from Engineering Tomorrow to enhance your investigations. Be prepared for the elements—bring your hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and a camping chair! Registration deadline: September 29th. **Location: The Nature Center 11942 FM 848 Tyler, Texas 75707
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Elm Room
Designed for educators committed to supporting twice-exceptional (2e) students, this workshop offers practical strategies for identification and support while fostering a deeper understanding of the unique characteristics and challenges these students face. Join us to explore effective teaching methods, inclusive classroom practices, and social-emotional support techniques aimed at helping 2e students thrive. Participants will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools to create a nurturing and productive learning environment, ensuring the talents of twice-exceptional students are recognized and their needs are met. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Designed for early childhood teachers and administrators, this session delves into the fascinating journey from oral language skills to emergent writing. Participants will explore practical strategies to support children's language acquisition, understand the critical milestones in language development, and learn how to seamlessly integrate speaking, listening, and writing activities into their classrooms. By the end of this workshop, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to foster a strong foundation in literacy for your young students, setting them on a path to successful communication and academic achievement.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is a top priority for any educational institution. It is crucial to stay updated on the latest safety measures and procedures to ensure the safety of everyone on campus. This workshop is designed for educators, school administrators, school safety personnel, and anyone interested in improving safety on campus. During this one-hour Zoom meeting, we will discuss the latest safety trends, best practices, and strategies for enhancing the safety and security of students and staff.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Vision Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Vision Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. If you are using an automated vision screener (ie Spot or Optiplex) you must bring a copy of your certificate of training by the manufacturer in order to be certified for vision screening.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This session is designed to provide Federal Program Directors and other leaders who work with state and federal programs in contracted districts a deeper dive into Titles I, II, IV, and SCE. Participants will receive updates, network, and share best practices to enhance programs in their districts. For Contract Members only.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
12
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Ladies and Gentlemen! Grab your popcorn, cotton candy, and friends, and join us for a limited-time showing of tackling the TELPAS while we avoid teetering on the big top’s tightrope. Performers will connect everyday instruction to the student summative assessment: TELPAS, while equipping attendees with the tools needed to turn around the performance within their district or campus. Participants will leave with ready-made slideshows to use with students during TELPAS Boot Camps.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
9
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Network with your fellow PEIMS Coordinators and welcome TEA's Justin Johns and Joe Herrera to Region 7. Their experience and willingness to share their knowledge will ensure your attendance and Student Attendance Accounting Handbook questions are answered and that your school’s attendance procedures are in compliance.
Max Participants:
140
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Join us for the first Digital Learning PLC of the year. Agenda: AI Updates, Trends and Hot Topics in EdTech, and Successful Tech Integration
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
After the updates from Justin and Joe from TEA, stay and join us for the 2nd PEIMS Academy workshop where Mechelle and Melissa will dive deep into the 2025-2026 Fall PEIMS submission. The data to be submitted and the submission process will be reviewed. Tools to help with Fall PEIMS will be discussed. And lunch is on us!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/7/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Development Series, a virtual workshop tailored for new CTE leadership staff. Each month, you'll participate in detailed training sessions on key aspects of CTE management. These interactive Zoom meetings provide a casual networking opportunity to ask questions, receive guidance, and share experiences. You'll gain expert insights and practical strategies to enhance your skills and support your program’s success. This series is an excellent chance for new leaders to stay informed, build connections, and advance their CTE initiatives effectively. For Contracted and SSA members only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
The Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) suite is a comprehensive professional learning designed to provide early childhood and elementary educators and administrators with deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in the science of reading. LETRS teaches the skills needed to master the foundational and fundamentals of reading and writing instruction. Must have completed LETRS Volume 1 training. This 2-day workshop will be the initial days of training prior to beginning the self-paced modules. For this workshop to happen, there must be a minimum of 10 participants.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
Districts must have a Customized Service Agreement on file with Region 7 prior to registration. Superintendents and district TIA (Teacher Incentive Allotment) Leads and PEIMS Data personnel who have submitted an application approved or awaiting approval are encouraged to participate in this series of workshops and webinars, which will provide technical assistance, along with current and relevant information in a collaborative platform. Teams will have time to work together and solicit feedback from peers. This session can include DMAC support.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
This is a time for Special Education Directors to learn and collaborate on current legislative and programmatic issues as well as a time of networking. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. Please send POs to Nella Custer at ncuster@esc7.net or Fax to 903-988-6846.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Hearing Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers who want training in Hearing Certification Screening for the purpose of referral. Participants must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED. Please bring your audiometer with you to the training.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
8
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Did you know some crucial elements of the DIP belong in an addendum, not the main plan? Join us for an in-depth session as we explore the hidden gems of the District Improvement Plan, including key insights for Title I, Title II, and Title IV addendums!
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
6
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 10/8/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Leadership Training
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
This workshop focuses on teaching educators how to use data to drive literacy instruction and make informed decisions about their students' literacy goals. Participants will learn how to administer, interpret, and analyze literacy data, use formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions, and create targeted instruction plans to support individual students' growth. By the end of the workshop, educators will have the tools and strategies necessary to use ongoing data analysis to monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed, ultimately ensuring their students are making progress towards their literacy goals.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K-12: Examine models of learning and teaching used in a differentiated curriculum. Explore instructional strategies which contribute to an effective program for gifted learners. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Scoliosis/Spinal Certification is for School Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Volunteers responsible for state-required spinal screening of students. This certification is a 3-hour class required to screen for the purpose of referral. You must be 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for this full-day session to explore the Schoolwide Program Plan and the three required elements of a Schoolwide Title I, Part A Program. We will cover and discuss requirements around the Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA), the Schoolwide Program Plan, and the evaluation of the Schoolwide Program Plan. Participants will leave with an understanding of the basic requirements of the Schoolwide program.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
8
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
The Emotional Poverty session will provide an understanding of the origins of anger, anxiety, and avoidance while also identifying the differences in male and female emotional processing. This session will equip educators with valuable tools to manage and reduce anger in the classroom. A copy of Ruby Payne's book, Emotional Poverty in All Demographics - How to Reduce Anger, Anxiety, and Violence in the Classroom, will be provided to each participant upon completion of this workshop. Part 2 of the series is Workshop #361253, "Emotional Poverty Vol. 2: Safer Students and Less-Stressed Teachers."
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
15
Date: 10/9/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
The Region 7 Shared Service Arrangement (SSA) membership is coming together to meet the needs of our Emergent Bilingual students. Let's work together on assessing the needs of your EB programs and how our team can support. Join us for this collaboration meeting for guidance, reminders, and support on specific Title III requirements and responsibilities for program implementation. We'll cover topics such as Parent, Family & Community Engagement requirements and dig into data to determine the best use of funds.
Max Participants:
130
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join our 2025-2026 cohort of K-2 science teachers! Participants will explore hands-on strategies for teaching Earth and Space concepts, focusing on integrating literacy activities such as vocabulary building, reading comprehension, and writing. Teachers will create resources to take back to their classrooms. This integrated approach allows teachers to build science content knowledge and literacy skills in their young learners!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Are you fully tapping into the potential of Discovery Education Experience? This hands-on workshop will show you how to transform your lessons with interactive media, ready-made activities, and powerful instructional tools—all designed to engage students and save you time. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned user, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas and practical strategies you can use immediately. In this session, you will: - Explore high-quality videos, virtual field trips, and interactive resources to bring learning to life. - Learn how to customize and assign engaging activities that align with your curriculum. - Discover time-saving tools, including quizzes, studio boards, and ready-made lesson plans. - Gain strategies for fostering student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through multimedia. - Walk away with a ready-to-use lesson and a personalized plan for integrating Discovery Education into your classroom. Join us and discover how to create meaningful, media-rich learning experiences that captivate your students and enhance instruction!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/10/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 1-hour workshop series will focus on Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) intervention strategies aimed at boosting academic achievement. Participants will explore effective, evidence-based practices for implementing targeted interventions. Each session will cover a new topic, allowing us to delve deeper into practices such as differentiation, scaffolding, and the use of systematic and explicit instruction. Through collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical tools and resources to strengthen your intervention time, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive academically. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 10/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 10/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Get ready for an exhilarating gaming experience at the Region 7 Esports Fall Cup! This event brings together the brightest young esports talents from K-12 schools across Region 7 for an intense and thrilling competition. Held amidst the vibrant colors and crisp air of autumn, the Fall Cup promises to be a spectacular showcase of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Participants will engage in a variety of popular games, battling it out for glory and prizes. Whether you're a player or a spectator, the Fall Face-Off is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the vibrant esports community within our schools. Don't miss out on the action—join us for an unforgettable fall gaming showdown! ***Please note: The first 32 teams will be accepted. Each district may bring up to two teams of three with one alternate if desired. Please call Carl Mohn (903-988-6951) or Leslie Hemphill (903-988-6797) to register your team(s).***
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/13/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Have you wondered what resources are available to meet the specific needs of your migratory students? Do you have questions about the identification and recruitment process? Have you had issues or concerns while working with migratory students and families? At times, have you ever asked, “Who can I go to for help?” Your Region 7 Migrant Team is here to answer your questions and partner with you about all things Migrant! Join us for Migrant Moments! This virtual two-hour interactive time is the perfect opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the migrant program and receive pertinent information regarding the Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
8
Date: 10/13/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Programs Director stepping into the center ring for the first time? Trying to juggle requirements, tame timelines, and keep all the plates spinning? Join us under the tent for an informal chat designed to help you navigate the high-wire act of compliance, planning, and first-year "firsts"—like DIP meetings, principal check-ins, and more. Each session will follow an agenda based on the upcoming acts outlined in the Guidebook for Federal Program Directors (available in the Google Classroom), but your burning questions will always take center stage. Whether you’re building systems, meeting deadlines, or just trying not to drop the ball—we're here to help you make it a show to remember!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Get ready for an exhilarating gaming experience at the Region 7 Esports Fall Cup! This event brings together the brightest young esports talents from K-12 schools across Region 7 for an intense and thrilling competition. Held amidst the vibrant colors and crisp air of autumn, the Fall Cup promises to be a spectacular showcase of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Participants will engage in a variety of popular games, battling it out for glory and prizes. Whether you're a player or a spectator, the Fall Face-Off is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the vibrant esports community within our schools. Don't miss out on the action—join us for an unforgettable fall gaming showdown! ***Please note: The first 32 teams will be accepted. Each district may bring up to two teams of three with one alternate if desired. Please call Carl Mohn (903-988-6951) or Leslie Hemphill (903-988-6797) to register your team(s).***
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar will review the data to be submitted and explain the changes for the 2025-2026 TSDS Fall PEIMS submission. The submission process will also be reviewed. This training is also being offered on 10/23/2025, In-Person ONLY, workshop number 361031. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Mechelle Carpenter or Melissa Smith.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Sheltered Instruction is a research-based model that has proven effective in addressing the academic needs of English learners, which benefits all students. Using the Sheltered Instruction model, teachers design and implement lessons that attend to the academic and language development needs of their students. Join us as we explore activities and methods to differentiate instruction based on student proficiency and academic levels.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
9
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
This is a foundational training regarding SHAC requirements. Strategies and resources to meet the requirements will be included. Participants will walk away ready to move their SHAC to the next level.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
15
Date: 10/14/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Grab your favorite cup of coffee and join us for a relaxed yet informative discussion on supporting students experiencing homelessness. These monthly McKinney-Vento chats provide a welcoming space to dive into key topics, explore valuable resources, and get answers to your questions—whether it’s about student identification, dispute resolution, or available services. It’s the perfect blend of collaboration, learning, and support to help you navigate the challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
You're invited to a library professional learning community meet-up. In this session, we will discuss timely library topics and best practices. Please join us and let your voice be heard because we learn better together!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This hands-on workshop is designed for early childhood educators working with Pre-K and Kindergarten students. Discover the latest research-based strategies to effectively implement small group instruction in your classroom. Learn how to design engaging activities, manage group dynamics, and overcome common challenges. By attending, you'll gain practical tools to enhance individualized learning and maximize student engagement. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your teaching approach and make a big impact on your little learners!
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The recording for this on-demand session is from the 2023-2024 school year. There have not been any changes to the ASCENDER Health application since the 2023-2024 school year. This on-demand training includes a review of student health software procedures for health staff to record immunization records, health screening, and emergency data. Entering data for the nurse's daily log and processing reports will also be included in the training. Training will also benefit staff members assisting the campus nurse.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this workshop, participants will receive information about topics in mental health that include anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicide, and substance use. Additionally, they will learn about the neurobiology of trauma and anxiety, self-regulation techniques, and tips and strategies that school staff can use to recognize mental health struggles and support students experiencing mental health struggles.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Elevate Your Learning: A Journey Through Addition and Subtraction Progressions Ready to see math through a whole new lens? Join us for a transformative session designed to deepen your understanding of addition and subtraction concepts through their learning progressions. Each part of this four-part adventure will inspect math progressions that help students (and teachers!) connect the dots from year to year. This isn't just your standard PD—it's a journey through how kids really build their math brains over time.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/15/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Step right up and join us for a workshop designed to provide intensive support and targeted strategies for LEAs with historically low or zero identification of students experiencing homelessness. We’ll explore tailored approaches to enhance identification efforts, ensure accurate use of identifier codes, and effectively serve students in districts with high poverty levels. This interactive session will equip you with the tools and resources needed to overcome common challenges, improve compliance, and create opportunities for student success. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your support systems and make a lasting impact!
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS) is open to administrators who are principals or will be evaluating principals using the T-PESS model. The training is designed to develop appraiser understanding of the T-PESS rubric, including how the indicators and descriptors are represented through essential leadership actions.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Join us for an engaging session where we dive deep into Google Classroom, the ultimate digital classroom tool. we'll discuss practical insights, time-saving hacks, and creative strategies to make your Google Classroom experience more effective and enjoyable. Whether you're a tech-savvy teacher or just getting started, this workshop will help you master the art of online teaching. Let's explore the digital world of education together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
This training is for Principals, CTE directors, coordinators, counselors, and teachers. It is designed for those who have completed the Level I CTE program management. Topics covered: CTE PEIMS Coding, TEA and Legislative Updates, CTE Funding, Teacher Certification, Industry Based Student Certifications/Licenses, Methods of Administration (MOA) requirements, CLNA data, Budgeting, developing a CTE program and overall best practices for program development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This workshop will focus on effective planning strategies for managing and tracking expenditures throughout the grant year. Participants will learn from colleagues how to create a detailed budget and use tools to monitor spending in alignment with grant objectives. The session will cover best practices for tracking expenditures, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and adjusting plans as necessary to stay within budget. By the end of the workshop, attendees will be equipped with practical strategies and tools to effectively plan, monitor, and report on their grant expenditures.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
ASCENDER PEIMS software procedures for the Fall submission of student data.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us as we partner with CPS to provide knowledge and insight into best practices for schools and CPS. Content will provide updates that educators need to know to best support students.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/16/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Vision & Hearing Re-Certification is for School Nurses, Aides, and Volunteers, who have taken the FULL Vision & Hearing Certification within the last 5 years + to December 31. Participants must have an active card and be at least 18 years old with a diploma/GED.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join our 2025-2026 Grade 3-5 cohort of science teachers! We will explore engaging hands-on activities aligned to Grades 3-5 TEKS while preparing students for the Texas Elementary Science STAAR. Teachers will investigate key concepts and plan for delivering lessons in their classrooms. The session includes opportunities for collaboration, make-and-takes, and STAAR-aligned questioning strategies to deepen understanding. This workshop blends collaboration, hands-on learning, make-and-take activities, and STAAR preparation, ensuring teachers have practical tools for engaging their students in learning.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Reimagine learning by shifting from teacher-centered instruction to student-driven experiences through the COVA framework. This focused workshop explores how Choice, Ownership, Voice, and Authentic learning experiences create powerful opportunities for student engagement and agency. Participants will discover practical strategies for embedding COVA principles into curriculum design, assessment practices, and daily instruction. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this approach transforms traditional learning environments into dynamic spaces where students actively shape their educational journey. Leave with a clear grasp of COVA principles and actionable implementation ideas tailored to your specific classroom or school context, ready to foster deeper student engagement and meaningful learning outcomes. This session provides the foundational knowledge needed to empower students as active participants in their learning journey.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Course
The Texas Education Agency will be providing fall updates for STAAR Alternate 2, TELPAS, and TELPAS Alternate. Don't miss the program and policy updates for 2025-2026. The Zoom link will be shared again one day before the session.
Max Participants:
280
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Calling all K–5 educators who have attended a Math Academy! Join us as we rewind through the best of the TEA Mathematics Achievement Academies. From PLACE VALUE to FLUENCY, we’ll highlight impactful PROBLEM-SOLVING strategies. We will share classroom remixes and troubleshoot how to turn theory into action. Whether you’re teaching Kindergarten or Grade 5, come ready to reflect, refine, and reignite your instructional groove!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/20/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hallsville ISD - More than one campus
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This is an in-district workshop for Hallsville ISD only****.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
8
Date: 10/20/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting, recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/20/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/20/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
During these monthly chats, we will review pertinent information regarding school counseling. We will review resources to assist with the comprehensive school counseling program. In addition, we will take time to answer questions about the Texas Model, time tracking, advocacy, responsive services, and any other questions participants may have.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us in our STEM Integration Series Part 2 focused on using block coding in Trinket with science investigations.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 10/22/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
The Impact Coaching Training is designed to provide Appraisers with specialized coaching skills, tools, and competencies to utilize in the T-TESS and T-PESS observation cycles. Through this training, Appraisers will learn how to become better coaches, support their educators in their professional growth, and facilitate meaningful conversations that lead to improved performance. Throughout the 2-day training, Appraisers will have the opportunity to learn and practice various coaching techniques and strategies, including active listening, questioning, providing feedback, and goal setting. The training will also focus on building rapport and trust with educators and addressing challenging conversations and resistance.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
ASCENDER PEIMS software procedures for the Fall submission of student data.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/21/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
It's testing time and you know what that means....assessment decision LPACs, also known as MOY LPACs. This process can seem overwhelming if this is your first rodeo. Lucky for you, this workshop is designed to provide district and campus testing and LPAC coordinators with the specific guidelines needed to conduct the mid-year assessment LPAC meetings. We'll look at specific LPAC decision processes related to STAAR (paper and online), STAAR Spanish, Designated Supports, STAAR Alt 2, and TELPAS/TELPAS Alt. Let us help you get your people trained and your processes in place for smooth MOY LPACs.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/22/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
During this TASI, participants will learn the latest testing information for the 2024-2025 year from TEA's Student Assessment Division, CAI, and Pearson. NEATS (Regional Organization) will meet at 12:30 before the TSNAP TASI. Both meetings will be offered via distance learning only.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/24/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This workshop will review the data to be submitted and explain the changes for the 2025-2026 TSDS Fall PEIMS submission. The submission process will also be reviewed. This training is also being offered on 10/14/2025, as a Webinar only, workshop number 361029.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/27/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This one-hour session of an ongoing series is tailored for Federal Programs Directors and Business Office Staff to enhance their understanding of key fiscal concepts essential to effective grant management. Participants will explore critical topics, including budget planning, allowable costs, expenditure tracking, and compliance with federal regulations. The workshop will provide practical strategies for ensuring fiscal accountability and maximizing the impact of grant funds. Whether you're overseeing programs or managing financial operations, this session is designed to align fiscal practices with grant requirements, promoting transparency and efficiency. Join us to strengthen your fiscal foundation and support the successful administration of federal programs."
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
AI is more than just a buzzword—it’s a game-changer in education. But how can you move beyond curiosity and start using AI to enhance teaching and learning? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore practical strategies to maximize AI in the classroom, from streamlining lesson planning and assessments to fostering creativity and engagement. You’ll discover time-saving tools and ways to personalize learning for every student. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your approach, this session will give you the confidence to integrate AI effectively and efficiently. Key Takeaways: - Discover AI tools that simplify lesson planning, assessment, and feedback - Explore ways to personalize learning and differentiate instruction using AI - Learn strategies to foster student engagement and creativity with AI-powered resources - Walk away with ready-to-use ideas and resources to implement immediately
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Join us for our annual School Counselor Academy where you will learn new strategies and activities to use in supporting social, emotional, and academic success as students frame their present and future vision. Professional school counselors will enhance best practices, skills, and knowledge to improve positive outcomes for all students.
Max Participants:
115
Min Participants:
40
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Day 2 of the First-Time Administrator Academy focuses on mastering the practical aspects of school leadership that drive student success and organizational effectiveness. Participants will engage in intentional scheduling, learning how to design schedules that maximize instructional time and support campus initiatives. The session will explore Change Facilitation, providing tools and strategies for leading successful transitions and guiding staff through change with a focus on sustaining long-term improvements. A Focused Plan for regularly monitoring the implementation of campus initiatives will be developed, ensuring continuous progress and alignment with school goals. Opportunities for collaboration through discussions and group activities will foster a supportive network of peers and mentors, empowering participants to lead with vision, strategy, and confidence. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of ESF Lever 5 (MTSS) and TPESS Indicator 3.3, with a specific focus on supporting students with learning gaps. The session will emphasize the importance of being proactive and responsive to student support services, utilizing data and strategic interventions to address student needs effectively. This combined focus provides actionable tools and frameworks that empower leaders to c
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
This workshop will provide educators with the opportunity to find, analyze, and effectively use primary sources in the classroom. Teachers will explore digital archives like the Library of Congress, National Archives, and other digital collections while engaging in hands-on activities with political cartoons, letters, speeches, and photographs. The session will provide practical strategies for integrating primary sources into lessons, helping students develop critical thinking and historical inquiry skills.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/28/2025
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Please join us for our brand new series of monthly 1-hour trainings on topics and concerns school nurses encounter when supporting the health of students in the school nurse clinic. Registration is required for each monthly session.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Join us for a dynamic workshop tailored for early childhood educators focused on nurturing early numeracy. Discover how classic board games can transform early math instruction into joyful, hands-on learning! In this interactive workshop, educators will explore creative ways to use games like Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, and Dominoes to build number sense, patterns, counting, and problem-solving skills. Walk away with ready-to-use ideas that spark curiosity, critical thinking, and clever math minds in your classroom!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/29/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
State and Federal Programs Staff Meeting
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/29/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Are you a Bilingual/ESL Coordinator or administrator of a campus with Emergent Bilingual programs (ESL/bilingual)? Join us for this collaboration meeting for guidance, reminders, and support on specific Title III requirements and responsibilities for emergent bilingual program implementation. Collaborate with other program administrators in Region 7 who are creating sustainable systems and accelerating instruction for Emergent Bilingual students. Stay afterward to meet with our Region 7 team and get support on timely tasks.
Max Participants:
285
Min Participants:
17
Date: 10/29/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
While building relationships is critical to better parent and family engagement, building capacity requirements must be met.In this TEA-created session, participants will gain a better understanding of the building capacity requirements, of different evaluation methods, and become more familiar with the Parents' Right to Know as outlined in ESSA 1112 and 1116.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 10/29/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This webinar will explain the PEIMS ExitWithdraw Type codes and the documentation requirements for each code. We will also look at the Leaver Reports and explain how to interpret them. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Mechelle Carpenter.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
This meeting of Curriculum Directors will provide an opportunity to receive updates, network, and share best practices to enhance programs. Q & A time will be provided for sharing concerns and successes. This workshop will be held face-to-face at Region 7 ESC or through Zoom.
Max Participants:
190
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Take a deep dive into the Google productivity suite. In this workshop, we will explore Docs, Slides, and Forms in-depth, learning how to maximize the collaborative parts of the programs and how to create personalized learning pathways. Then we'll put it all together with Google Classroom, highlighting the interactivity in that platform and creating online assignments and assessments that will level up student engagement and learning in your class.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This session is designed as a collaborative platform for instructional coaches. The opportunity to develop and practice coaching skills, share best practices, network, and receive updates will be provided to these leaders. These targeted supports are intended to enhance their work as mentors and role models to teachers and to improve teacher practice and student outcomes
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The transition services workshops will provide special education professionals with the knowledge to implement quality transition services required as part of the Individual Education Plan for all students 14 years and older. The focus will be on evidence-based practices, collaboration, and networking. Participants will be able to attend this workshop virtually via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Join us as we explore aspects of a student-centered classroom using Kaplan's elements of depth and complexity to engage gifted students. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 10/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Maintenance Hall
Date: 10/31/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
A 5-Hour course of continuing education for Investment Officers of Public Entities as required by 2256.007 of the Public Funds Investment Act.
Max Participants:
105
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 6-Alg I Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Center for Effective Schools Meeting 8:30am - 11:30am ATT Meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/3/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support middle school science teachers working in small districts who teach multiple grade levels. We’ll evaluate last spring’s results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Earth & Space Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/3/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you never quite sure what is needed for each of your federally funded employees to stay "legal" when it comes to time and effort? Let us make your life easier! This session covers time and effort requirements for federally funded employees, both traditional and substitute. Types of documentation required for each type of employee will be discussed. Participants will leave with a sense of calm regarding time and effort and a toolbox of templates to make the process easier!
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 6-Alg I Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Join us for our fall cohort session designed to support 7th-grade science teachers. We’ll evaluate last spring’s STAAR results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Earth & Space Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Tune in and take a targeted look at Title II, Part A! In this virtual session, we'll cover Title II, Part A basics. This will include the purpose of the program, use of funds, meaningful consultation, coordination with other programs, and systematic professional development. The prioritization of funds and private non-profit participation will also be covered.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Upping your game in math and science to increase critical thinking! We'll explore innovative ways to integrate math and science concepts to foster critical thinking and problem-solving. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, you'll learn how to create meaningful connections and make abstract concepts more tangible and engaging. Get ready to mash up your classrooms for a richer, more interconnected learning experience!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
PFA is a state-approved training for those who will be assisting with the re-entry of students after a crisis. PFA is an initial disaster response intervention with the goal to promote safety, stabilize survivors of disasters and connect individuals to help and resources. PFA is delivered to affected individuals by mental health professionals and other first responders. The purpose of PFA is to assess the immediate concerns and needs of an individual in the aftermath of a disaster, and not to provide on-site therapy.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
The success of AI in education hinges on how well we support the educators using it. This session focuses on building scalable, sustainable professional development strategies that foster teacher confidence and buy-in. We’ll explore change management principles, PD delivery models, and effective support structures that meet teachers where they are. Leaders will engage in a hands-on design sprint to craft actionable PD plans and explore the role of teacher ambassadors in driving grassroots adoption across campuses. *Guest Speaker - Dr. Tyler Tarver*
Max Participants:
85
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/4/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Development Series, a virtual workshop tailored for new CTE leadership staff. Each month, you'll participate in detailed training sessions on key aspects of CTE management. These interactive Zoom meetings provide a casual networking opportunity to ask questions, receive guidance, and share experiences. You'll gain expert insights and practical strategies to enhance your skills and support your program’s success. This series is an excellent chance for new leaders to stay informed, build connections, and advance their CTE initiatives effectively. For Contracted and SSA members only.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Join us for Leadership Communities of Practice (COP) designed to deepen your understanding of key Bluebonnet implementation areas and foster peer-to-peer collaboration. Roundtable 3: Collaboration is Key PLC & Collaboration Planning: Foster efficient teamwork and build strong partnerships with your Bluebonnet stakeholders.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall session designed to support 8th-grade science teachers in preparing students for success. We’ll evaluate last spring’s results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Earth & Space Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Cedar Room A*
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Meal Service - Rock Wall
This is a time for Special Education Directors to learn and collaborate on current legislative and programmatic issues as well as a time of networking. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Who should be involved in the required formative and summative reviews of your DIP? When's the right time, and how do you tie grant spending to these reviews? Join us for a session filled with answers, tips, and tools from the Federal Programs Google Classroom to make your reviews more effective and impactful!
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/5/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
School Nursing 102 is the second training specific to new school nurses. The content focus of the training includes: school nursing scope and standards of practice, nursing and health staff roles and responsibilities, management of health services, and other relevant practice information.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
20
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 3-5 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for our fall cohort session designed to support 6th-grade science teachers. We’ll evaluate last spring’s STAAR results to identify where we are, where we need to be, and how we’ll get there. This session includes hands-on activities aligned to the Earth & Space Strand, opportunities for collaboration, and STAAR-aligned strategies to deepen student understanding. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and leave with practical tools to bring learning to life in your classroom. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow together!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K-12: Examine models of learning and teaching used in a differentiated curriculum. Explore instructional strategies that contribute to an effective program for gifted learners. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This workshop is designed to provide an opportunity for Federal Program Directors and other LEA leaders who work with Titles I, II, III, IV, other Federal Funds, and State Compensatory Education to receive updates, network, and share best practices to enhance programs in their districts. New and timely information will be shared at each workshop with a focus on meeting the compliance requirements of the various grants. This workshop is open to all LEAs within Region 7.
Max Participants:
350
Min Participants:
14
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for a virtual half-day workshop as we discuss All Things FAFSA! We will learn about ideal procedures for completing the FAFSA, navigating unusual circumstances, and eligibility for dependency override.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/6/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
This is a hands-on PEIMS Session to work on Fall PEIMS data with Region 7 assistance. Please bring your laptop and any other materials needed to go over the Fall PEIMS submission.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our K-2 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar B/Cedar C
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Join us at the Region 7 LitCon 2025 Literacy Conference - Illuminate Writing, where teachers, administrators, and literacy advocates converge to explore cutting-edge strategies and insights in the realm of literacy with a special emphasis on writing. This dynamic event promises to offer a rich tapestry of presentations, workshops, and discussions designed to enhance literacy teaching and learning. Keynote speaker, Kristina Smekens, will provide key strategies for student success in STAAR writing. During this engaging conference, participants will have the opportunity to explore best practices for literacy instruction, participate in microsessions that provide practical tools and strategies for immediate application, and network with fellow educators. Closer to the conference, you will receive an email with instructions on how to register for microsessions.
Max Participants:
120
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pineywoods Community Academy - Pineywoods Community Academy
Youth Mental Health First Aid is TEA-approved training for early mental health prevention and is designed to teach parents, caregivers, teachers, & school staff how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. In this course, participants will learn a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis & non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, & eating disorders. ****This is an in-district workshop for Pineywoods Community Academy only****.
Max Participants:
160
Min Participants:
8
Date: 11/7/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In today's diverse educational landscape, classrooms are increasingly filled with students who are emergent bilinguals – individuals who are in the process of acquiring proficiency in two or more languages. This workshop is designed to address the unique needs of emergent bilinguals, providing participants with essential strategies and insights to ensure that these students thrive academically and socially.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
3
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Join us for Leadership Communities of Practice (COP) designed to deepen your understanding of key LASO implementation areas and foster peer-to-peer collaboration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our K-2 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us in our STEM Integration Series Part 3 focused on using VPython to simulate science investigations and word problems.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Unlock the power of art in your classroom with our Elementary Art Cohort! Designed exclusively for teachers in EC-5th grade, this workshop will equip you with a repertoire of ideas and exciting experiences with new mediums and supplies, empowering you to ignite the imaginations of your students! Join us for an experience that will reignite your passion for teaching art and empower your students to express themselves authentically. Led by an experienced art teacher, you don't want to miss the opportunity to network, plan, and grow with other elementary art teachers!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/10/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Continue your school year with intentional, timely planning in this dynamic, teacher-driven cohort! Centered around just-in-time strategies, this session offers space to collaboratively unpack upcoming math concepts, share practical ideas, and build meaningful connections with fellow educators. Grounded in Texas standards and curriculum agnostic, this planning-focused experience empowers teachers to meet students where they are—right when they need it. Let's kick-off a great year by sharing ideas around fluency plans for your classroom, school, or district! This cohort will meet several times during the year but attendance at each cohort is not required. Come meet with your math specialists and find your planning groove!
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
The purpose of the DITEP (Drug Impairment Training for Educational Professionals) Program is to provide school staff with a systematic approach to recognizing and evaluating individuals in the academic environment who are using or are impaired by drugs in order to provide early intervention. The DITEP program is designed primarily for administrators, teachers, school resource officers, counselors, nurses, and education trainers in the academic setting. Those who complete the two-day DITEP training class will receive extensive information on drugs and their effects.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
15
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: Examine multiple options in assessment methods to help localize the process for identifying gifted learners in your district. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Unlock the power of Blended Learning in your classroom by exploring its 5 foundational pillars and discovering how AI tools can enhance each one. In this interactive session, you'll learn strategies to create a learner-centered environment that maximizes student engagement, fosters personalized learning, and boosts academic success. Walk away with practical tips and tech tools to transform your classroom into a dynamic space where students thrive. Participant Takeaways: -A clear understanding of the 5 pillars of Blended Learning and how they apply to diverse classroom settings -Practical examples of AI tools to support personalized learning and increase student agency -Strategies to create an environment that encourages collaboration, self-directed learning, and critical thinking -Actionable tips for integrating Blended Learning and AI seamlessly into lesson plans and daily activities -Resources and templates to begin implementing right away in your own classroom
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This session is designed to equip teachers with practical tools for managing challenging behaviors in their classrooms. From turning tantrums into teachable moments to transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth, participants will leave feeling empowered and inspired to create a positive learning environment where every child can thrive.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is a top priority for any educational institution. It is crucial to stay updated on the latest safety measures and procedures to ensure the safety of everyone on campus. This workshop is designed for educators, school administrators, school safety personnel, and anyone interested in improving safety on campus. During this one-hour Zoom meeting, we will discuss the latest safety trends, best practices, and strategies for enhancing the safety and security of students and staff.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
New to elementary counseling? Don't know where to turn for help? Join us for an informative session that will provide guidelines, tips, forms, and more to help you through your first (or even second) year of counseling. In this session, elementary school counselors will take a deep dive into responsive services counseling.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the ECDS Kindergarten webinar to review the data elements required and the reports available in TSDS for the ECDS Kindergarten Core Collection. The webinar will cover the data reported for ECDS and the submission process. You will be receiving a link for this webinar from Melissa Smith.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/11/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Grab your favorite cup of coffee and join us for a relaxed yet informative discussion on supporting students experiencing homelessness. These monthly McKinney-Vento chats provide a welcoming space to dive into key topics, explore valuable resources, and get answers to your questions—whether it’s about student identification, dispute resolution, or available services. It’s the perfect blend of collaboration, learning, and support to help you navigate the challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Innovate* Room
This workshop is designed for district G/T coordinators and administrators responsible for G/T services and programs. Participants will receive the latest TEA updates on gifted and talented education along with resources to support district implementation. Additionally, attendees will engage in collaborative discussions with fellow G/T coordinators to share best practices and address challenges in providing gifted services. A Q&A session will be included to ensure participants have the opportunity to seek clarification and explore solutions.
Max Participants:
180
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
This 2-day training includes an orientation to the role of paraprofessionals, scientifically-based strategies in reading, writing, and math instruction, and other important topics. Participants will also be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructional strategies for reading, writing, and mathematics, which meets the requirements to ensure that all paraprofessionals meet Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements per ESSA Federal law. Please send POs to Nella Custer at ncuster@esc7.net or Fax to 903-988-6846.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 9:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Get ready to beam with joy as Sunshine and Sulcatas take center stage in a tortoise extravaganza! These lovable tortoises thrive on sunshine and munching on fresh fruits and veggies. Our various turtles and tortoises, along with some surprise guests, are eagerly awaiting the chance to meet you! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring these live zooming sessions to your classroom created specifically with 1st grade, Kindergarten, PreK, and ECSE students in mind– this is your exclusive invitation to a virtual encounter that's both educational and heartwarming. Why should you join in the tortoise talk? Well, it's not just about the adorable reptiles; it's about turning Zoom into a dynamic learning space! Our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is crafted for your entire class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Imagine your students engaging in a lively session with Terry the Tree Frog, exploring various creatures' physical characteristics, their similarities, and differences. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just a virtual class; it's a treasure trove of educational benefits! Let's make this Zooming event an unforgettable learning experience for your students.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Program evaluation is often the missing piece of the ESSA and SCE requirements puzzle. During this workshop participants will understand the process to effectively evaluate ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) and SCE (State Compensatory Education) programs to positively impact student outcomes, ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, and use evaluation data to drive continuous improvement. The workshop will cover key evaluation strategies, data collection methods, and how to interpret results to inform decision-making, ensuring that ESSA and SCE funds are used efficiently to support student success.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Meal Service - Oak Room
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Leadership Training
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:45 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Get ready to beam with joy as Sunshine and Sulcatas take center stage in a tortoise extravaganza! These lovable tortoises thrive on sunshine and munching on fresh fruits and veggies. Our various turtles and tortoises, along with some surprise guests, are eagerly awaiting the chance to meet you! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring these live zooming sessions to your classroom created specifically with 1st grade, Kindergarten, PreK, and ECSE students in mind– this is your exclusive invitation to a virtual encounter that's both educational and heartwarming. Why should you join in the tortoise talk? Well, it's not just about the adorable reptiles; it's about turning Zoom into a dynamic learning space! Our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is crafted for your entire class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Imagine your students engaging in a lively session with Terry the Tree Frog, exploring various creatures' physical characteristics, their similarities, and differences. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just a virtual class; it's a treasure trove of educational benefits! Let's make this Zooming event an unforgettable learning experience for your students.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 12:30 PM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Get ready to beam with joy as Sunshine and Sulcatas take center stage in a tortoise extravaganza! These lovable tortoises thrive on sunshine and munching on fresh fruits and veggies. Our various turtles and tortoises, along with some surprise guests, are eagerly awaiting the chance to meet you! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring these live zooming sessions to your classroom created specifically with 1st grade, Kindergarten, PreK, and ECSE students in mind– this is your exclusive invitation to a virtual encounter that's both educational and heartwarming. Why should you join in the tortoise talk? Well, it's not just about the adorable reptiles; it's about turning Zoom into a dynamic learning space! Our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is crafted for your entire class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Imagine your students engaging in a lively session with Terry the Tree Frog, exploring various creatures' physical characteristics, their similarities, and differences. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just a virtual class; it's a treasure trove of educational benefits! Let's make this Zooming event an unforgettable learning experience for your students.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/12/2025
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 2:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Get ready to beam with joy as Sunshine and Sulcatas take center stage in a tortoise extravaganza! These lovable tortoises thrive on sunshine and munching on fresh fruits and veggies. Our various turtles and tortoises, along with some surprise guests, are eagerly awaiting the chance to meet you! EcoLand Early Learning Center is thrilled to bring these live zooming sessions to your classroom created specifically with 1st grade, Kindergarten, PreK, and ECSE students in mind– this is your exclusive invitation to a virtual encounter that's both educational and heartwarming. Why should you join in the tortoise talk? Well, it's not just about the adorable reptiles; it's about turning Zoom into a dynamic learning space! Our 45-minute virtual learning opportunity is crafted for your entire class, seamlessly aligning with grade-level standards. Imagine your students engaging in a lively session with Terry the Tree Frog, exploring various creatures' physical characteristics, their similarities, and differences. Zooming @ EcoLand with Terry & Friends isn't just a virtual class; it's a treasure trove of educational benefits! Let's make this Zooming event an unforgettable learning experience for your students.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
These strategic planning cohorts are designed to deepen teachers' understanding of RLA content, instructional planning with TEKS RS, and instructional delivery in collaboration with other RLA teachers from across the region. Each session will include learning regarding challenging RLA learning goals and a grade span model lesson to use in the classroom (K-5, 6-12). Teachers will also receive just-in-time PD/support for hot topics and areas of need such as short constructed response, extended constructed response, cross-curricular connections, and addressing the new item types.
Max Participants:
125
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
In this learning series, districts implementing TEA’s Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials will receive targeted, just-in-time support. Sessions will cover key topics such as unit and lesson internalization, effective lesson preparation through rehearsal, and student work analysis. Join our 3-5 Community of Practice where educators with a shared passion for impactful instruction come together to grow their skills. Through regular collaboration, you’ll not only build proficiency in using TEA’s planning protocols to prepare for high-quality lesson delivery but also form lasting professional connections that will enrich your practice for years to come.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
This workshop focuses on teaching educators how to use data to drive literacy instruction and make informed decisions about their students' literacy goals. Participants will learn how to administer, interpret, and analyze literacy data, use formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions, and create targeted instruction plans to support individual students' growth. By the end of the workshop, educators will have the tools and strategies necessary to use ongoing data analysis to monitor progress and adjust instruction as needed, ultimately ensuring their students are making progress towards their literacy goals.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Aspen Room
In this exciting workshop, we will discover the power of AI in the Fine Arts. There's no need to be afraid of artificial intelligence. In fact, it can help boost our creativity (if used correctly). We will explore some powerful AI tools for research, planning, and creation, and have fun making things with the help of the computer. We will also discuss the ethical use of AI tools for creation and discuss how we might use these platforms to support out students as they explore the universe of creative tools.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Using Depth and Complexity to differentiate curriculum and instructional practices is a proven way to create equitable, challenging, and efficient learning experiences for all students, especially the advanced population. The elements of Depth and Complexity are meaningful, inclusive thinking tools that enrich what teachers and students are doing. This training will explore practical ways to become familiar with and utilize the elements of Depth and Complexity while focusing on the process component of differentiation. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
New to secondary counseling? Don't know where to turn for help? Join us for an informative session that will provide individual and group counseling guidelines and resources to improve responsive services. Whether this is your first year of counseling or your tenth, we hope to provide resources to make your year a little easier!
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Coop members - your report is ready! Join us in welcoming Beth Naegeli of AloeSoft to Region 7. Beth and our Funding & Accountability team will be presenting a select group of reports compiling data from the most recent 5 years of PEIMS data. This workshop is designed for PEIMS Coordinators, Business Managers, and Superintendents. We will review data that includes attendance, enrollment, ADA eligibility, transfers, leavers, discipline, special programs, and financial statements. Lots of data! If you are a member of our OnDataSuite Coop, stay for our afternoon session, Workshop 308168, to learn how you can make OnDataSuite work for you and enjoy lunch on us!
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Take full advantage of your school's OnDataSuite software by learning from Beth Naegeli from AloeSoft in this free offering to OnDataSuite subscribers. Beth will review many areas of the OnDataSuite software in this afternoon session. Bring your staff who could utilize this valuable tool along with any questions you may have. If you are a Funding & Accountability Coop member, come early to our morning session, Workshop 308169, to review your 5-year PEIMS Report in detail and enjoy lunch with us!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Tailored for leaders of Title III and/or bilingual/ESL programs, and campus administrators, these sessions provide the latest program and policy updates, a platform for your questions, and timely guidance aligned with our year-at-a-glance calendar. Stay informed and ahead of monthly tasks with our expert support!
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/14/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Basic 30 Hour G/T Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: Participate in a hands-on investigation of the affective, cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and intuitive needs of gifted learners. Examine elements of gifted education program options, legal issues, and historical perspectives. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/14/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
The TXCSS Conference is a fantastic opportunity to stay updated with current issues in social studies education. If you missed the conference, join us to hear what I learned. If you attended the conference, join us to share what you learned. This session is a relaxed opportunity to share new ideas, practices, and resources. Teachers will receive conference swag (stickers, tote bags, t-shirts, etc.)!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/14/2025
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
This 1-hour workshop series will focus on Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) intervention strategies aimed at boosting academic achievement. Participants will explore effective, evidence-based practices for implementing targeted interventions. Each session will cover a new topic, allowing us to delve deeper into practices such as differentiation, scaffolding, and the use of systematic and explicit instruction. Through collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical tools and resources to strengthen your intervention time, ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive academically. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email.
Max Participants:
298
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/14/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The Region 7 ESC Crisis Team meeting is designed to increase the knowledge and preparedness of all staff who serve on the ESC Crisis Team. Each meeting will consist of a data review, a review of the NOVA model for crisis response, and necessary updates. There will also be time to address questions and concerns.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Updates will be provided on legal issues, events, and new developments in the field of visual impairments. Participants will discuss strategies to achieve the VI State goals and improve student outcomes. Participants will have the option to participate in person or via Zoom.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/17/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
In this meeting, recipients of the Stronger Connections Grant will receive updates and have an opportunity to collaborate with other recipients.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/17/2025
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you a new Federal Programs Director stepping into the center ring for the first time? Trying to juggle requirements, tame timelines, and keep all the plates spinning? Join us under the tent for an informal chat designed to help you navigate the high-wire act of compliance, planning, and first-year "firsts"—like DIP meetings, principal check-ins, and more. Each session will follow an agenda based on the upcoming acts outlined in the Guidebook for Federal Program Directors (available in the Google Classroom), but your burning questions will always take center stage. Whether you’re building systems, meeting deadlines, or just trying not to drop the ball—we're here to help you make it a show to remember!
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
2
Date: 11/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The ESC participates in the Title IV Mental and Behavioral Health Grant to build a professional learning community that supports small and rural districts as they build expertise, training, resources, guidance, and capacity with a focus on mental and behavioral health. This PLC offers assistance in completion of the SHAPE System baseline Self-Assessment and helps districts to build and support relationships with LMHAs and other community partners.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/17/2025
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
During these monthly chats, we will review pertinent information regarding school counseling. We will review resources to assist with the comprehensive school counseling program. In addition, we will take time to answer questions about the Texas Model, time tracking, advocacy, responsive services, and any other questions participants may have.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/18/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
It's testing time and you know what that means....assessment decision LPACs, also known as MOY LPACs. This process can seem overwhelming if this is your first rodeo. Lucky for you, this workshop is designed to provide district and campus testing and LPAC coordinators with the specific guidelines needed to conduct the mid-year assessment LPAC meetings. We'll look at specific LPAC decision processes related to STAAR (paper and online), STAAR Spanish, Designated Supports, STAAR Alt 2, and TELPAS/TELPAS Alt. Let us help you get your people trained and your processes in place for smooth MOY LPACs.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for the 2025 Fall Innovative Teaching & Technology (FITT) Conference at Region 7 ESC on Wednesday, November 19, and Thursday, November 20, 2025! This year’s theme, "Innovation Under Construction," invites educators, leaders, and tech enthusiasts to explore groundbreaking ideas, build impactful strategies, and lay the foundation for tomorrow's classrooms. This two-day event offers: - Dynamic Sessions: Led by industry experts and innovative educators. - Interactive Learning Opportunities: Dive into hands-on workshops and cutting-edge tech demonstrations. - Networking with Peers: Collaborate and connect with professionals who share your passion for teaching and technology.
Max Participants:
230
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
The Strategic Support Plan (SSP) tool is designed to guide Local Education Agencies (LEAs) through an eight-step process of prioritizing Results Driven Accountability (RDA) indicators contributing to low performance. Please join us as we review the SSP steps to identify the root causes of low performance and how to develop goals. Attendees will be able to participate in this webinar in their district via the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation email and professional development records.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/19/2025
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Missed the 2025 Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching? Join us for a recap of the big ideas, key takeaways, and resources shared at this year's conference! We'll cover TEA updates, highlight innovative strategies, and provide valuable tools for your classroom. Plus, hear from teachers who attended as they share their insights and learning. Don't miss this opportunity to stay connected and inspired!
Max Participants:
250
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Aspen Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Birch Room*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cedar A/Cedar B/Cedar C*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Collaborate* Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Cypress Room*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Dogwood Room*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Elm Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Innovate* Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Maple Room
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Oak Room*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room (Lab)
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pine Room*
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sycamore Room
Join us for the 2025 Fall Innovative Teaching & Technology (FITT) Conference at Region 7 ESC on Wednesday, November 19, and Thursday, November 20, 2025! This year’s theme, "Innovation Under Construction," invites educators, leaders, and tech enthusiasts to explore groundbreaking ideas, build impactful strategies, and lay the foundation for tomorrow's classrooms. This two-day event offers: - Dynamic Sessions: Led by industry experts and innovative educators. - Interactive Learning Opportunities: Dive into hands-on workshops and cutting-edge tech demonstrations. - Networking with Peers: Collaborate and connect with professionals who share your passion for teaching and technology.
Max Participants:
230
Min Participants:
1
Date: 11/20/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This TEA-created session covers the requirements outlined in ESSA 1116 for both the LEA and school PFE policies. We will explore ways to get parent input on the policies as well as different evaluation methods. Even if the policy already exists, this training can help participants revise it as needed to meet compliance and better serve their families and schools. Sample policies, policy templates, and evaluation methods will be shared.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
4
Date: 11/21/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Maple Room
Basic 30-Hour G/T Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K-12: The focus of this session will be applications for classroom integration of creative thinking skills and creative problem solving across content areas. This workshop does not count as a 6-hour update. The G/T 30 Hours / 5 Day Basics do not need to be taken in numerical order. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This online course is for NEW TCMPC users, focusing on the major course components and their uses in planning standards-based instruction. Participants will learn about the TEKS Clarification Document, Year at a Glance, Vertical Alignment Document, TEKS Verification Document, and Instructional Focus Document. Additionally, users will be shown TCMPC resources available to teachers. Practical tips and suggestions for the use of each will be provided.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this online course, teachers will identify the two major components of effective teaching and describe how TEKS RS Partner Resources such as Implementing TEKS RS and TExGUIDE support the creation of high-quality lesson plans. Participants will explore the connection between TCMPC and the components of TEKS RS Partner Resources. Finally, participants will be able to explain the benefit of planning using the backwards design approach and create a high-quality lesson plan using TEKS RS Partner Resources.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This online course will focus on how to register within the NEW TEKS RS platform, navigate to the major components, and leverage the interactive organizational functionalities for curriculum management.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Underachieving students have a significant gap between their ability and what they produce and achieve in the classroom. Participants will look at various strategies to encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. Participants will research online sites, answer forum questions, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments by the deadline to receive credit. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
225
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
What if one great question could unlock deeper thinking in every student? In this one-hour session, discover how powerful higher-order questions can spark curiosity, ignite critical thinking, and enrich classroom conversations. You’ll explore what defines a higher-order question, how to evaluate cognitive demand, and walk away with practical strategies for crafting questions that elevate engagement and deepen learning across content areas. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
The Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students provides accountability standards and guidance to Texas school districts in meeting the unique needs of gifted and talented students. This one-hour online course highlights key updates, clarifies revised terminology, and helps educators align their practices with updated accountability and exemplary standards. Join us to stay current with the 2024 updates to the State Plan! This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Do you have students who are both highly gifted and perhaps struggle with behaviors such as meltdowns, difficulty connecting with peers, or task avoidance? Join us for this 1-hour course to explore the distinct challenges faced by twice-exceptional children and uncover valuable perspectives and strength-based strategies for understanding, supporting and advocating for these exceptional learners. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop and the G/T Professional Development Package. Customize your G/T update! This course is part of our G/T To Go series of one-hour online learning experiences. Mix and match six different courses to fulfill the annual six-hour professional learning requirement for educators of gifted students in Texas. Choose the topics that matter most to you—your update, your way! For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
This On-Demand course will cover the data elements required and the reports available in TSDS for the RF Tracker Core Collection. This course will cover how to use the validation tool, how to load RF Tracker data to the ODS, and how to approve the submission. $35 fee, waived for Region 7 Funding & Accountability Coop Members.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/2/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
School Bus Driver Safety Re-Certification Training-- state-mandated program to provide 8 hours training to drivers every three years after the initial 20-hours. This training will provide drivers safety training in transporting students to and from school and school-sponsored trips. Fee: $60 per person
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and the needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Much of the thinking done in schools today emphasizes the skills of analysis - finding the best and correct answer. However, there is another kind of thinking that focuses on exploring ideas, generating possibilities, and looking for many right answers rather than just one. Explore strategies to help students learn to think creatively to solve problems. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
For gifted students to demonstrate academic growth, they must be challenged, but what if they refuse to accept that challenge? Students may not realize the influence effort has on their success with difficult tasks. Participants will study various approaches for reinforcing effort and providing recognition to enhance students’ learning and encourage them to take educational risks. This course is based on Marzano’s nine instructional strategies. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Choice and challenge motivate learners. Menus can offer activities that extend the key concepts, appeal to several learning styles, and require students to think at higher levels of complexity. Participants will examine and create menus that offer choices to learners. Participants will research online sites, answer forum questions, collaborate with peers, and complete assignments by the deadline to receive credit. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/2/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and IMPACT ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/1/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
We discover ways to better meet the needs of our increasingly diverse student population as we gain a greater understanding of how the human brain learns. By looking for ways to differentiate instruction and assessment approaches, we may be able to help more students achieve their full potential. Based on research on best educational practices associated with differentiation and brain-compatible instruction. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 8/4/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
We discover ways to better meet the needs of our increasingly diverse student population as we gain a greater understanding of how the human brain learns. By looking for ways to differentiate instruction and assessment approaches, we may be able to help more students achieve their full potential. Based on research on best educational practices associated with differentiation and brain-compatible instruction. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update. This workshop is offered at no charge to all Region 7 ESC districts and charters through a grant. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/1/2025
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
This training series will focus on specific Head Start guidelines from the Office of Head Start. Each training will have a different area of focus. The focus of Series 2 is Maximizing Learning in the Early Childhood classroom. Topics include CIRCLE, CLASS, Mighty Minutes, and maximizing productivity. This training is for Head Start teachers and teaching assistants only.
Max Participants:
250
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/1/2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 11:45 PM
Location: Online Course
In this online course, participants will gain knowledge of current graduation requirements as defined by Chapter 74 of the education code in the State of Texas. Participants will also gain knowledge of CTE Programs of Study, new Industry-Based Certification guidelines, and CCMR for Accountability.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
13
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 1 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students through internet investigations, district information and practices, and online discussions. In addition, participants will gain an understanding of the laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students with a focus on the definition of giftedness and historical perspectives. This workshop meets the Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted learners as outlined in the Texas State Plan. To receive a certificate, all work must be completed by the end date. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 1 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 2 of 5) Grades K-12: In this online course, participants will gain an understanding of how to implement Texas law and the State Board of Education rule concerning the assessment and identification of gifted and talented students as indicated in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students. Participants will also learn about methods of assessment that help accurately identify the needs of the gifted students in a district. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 2 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 3 of 5) Grades K-12: Participants in this online course will develop an understanding of the eleven elements of depth and complexity and how to incorporate them within their lessons to engage gifted students in more rigorous content. In addition, the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) tasks will be examined in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they can be utilized to meet the state-mandated requirement that gifted students will develop advanced-level products and performances. The Curriculum and Instruction standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be analyzed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 3 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 4 of 5) Grades K–12: In this online course, participants will learn about traditional as well as new methods of differentiating content, process, and product for gifted students. Ways to utilize pre-assessment strategies and inventories to design appropriately challenging curriculum for gifted students will be covered. Participants will create rubrics and product criteria cards to implement immediately with their students as they develop advanced-level, innovative products. The laws outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be reviewed. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 4 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
G/T 5 Day Basics / 30 Hour Training (Day 5 of 5) Grades K–12: The focus of this online course is various applications for integrating critical and creative thinking skills across the content areas. Frameworks for promoting creative thinking with students as well as strategies for facilitating critical thinking will be presented. The standards defined in the Family/Community Involvement section of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students will be examined. All work must be completed by the course end date to receive a certificate. This online course is offered at no charge to members of the G/T Coop, G/T Professional Development Package, and Impact ETX. G/T Day 5 will not satisfy the state requirement for the annual gifted/talented 6 Hour update. For questions about registration, please contact the registrar for this workshop at 903-988-6784.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/3/2025
Start Time: 12:01 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
Much of the thinking done in schools today emphasizes the skills of analysis - finding the best and correct answer. However, there is another kind of thinking that focuses on exploring ideas, generating possibilities, and looking for many right answers rather than just one. Explore strategies to help students learn to think creatively to solve problems. This workshop satisfies the state requirement for the annual G/T 6-hour update.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/23/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This comprehensive session is designed to provide a detailed exploration of the State Compensatory Education (SCE) Policies and Procedures Manual Template. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the manual's framework, guiding principles, and practical applications. Key topics include compliance essentials, manual navigation, and documenting program implementation specifics. This session is ideal for educators, administrators, and staff responsible for implementing and managing SCE programs. By the end of this session, participants will feel confident in leveraging the manual as a vital resource for program success.
Max Participants:
300
Min Participants:
2
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Course
The Texas Education Agency will be providing fall updates for STAAR Alternate 2, TELPAS, and TELPAS Alternate. Don't miss the program and policy updates for 2025-2026. The Zoom link will be shared again one day before the session.
Max Participants:
280
Min Participants:
1
