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Date: 9/16/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials.
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
In this 30-minute virtual session, educators will explore how assistive and instructional technologies can empower students with dyslexia. We'll focus on essential definitions, benefits, practical examples, and strategies to integrate technology effectively in content-rich classrooms. #ATESC1, #INCESC1, #DYSESC1
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/19/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: La Lomita Room
Evaluation Personnel and Staff will develop a basic understanding of types and degrees of hearing loss as well as become familiar with Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT), as some may be used in formal evaluations, and will gain a better understanding of evaluation results and the potential impact these may have on accommodations in the classroom for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. This in-person session will address formal assessments for DHH students, eligibility requirements, the FIE, and the referral process to RDSPD. #DHHESC1 #LIDESC1 *** IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL *** Participants can join the Zoom session by following these steps: 1. Go to "My Content" 2. Click on "My Upcoming Workshops" 3. Find the current workshop 4. Find the Zoom link under "Special Instructions"
Max Participants:
95
Min Participants:
1
Date: 9/19/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: La Lomita Room
In this session, participants will learn the basics of hearing loss and the potential impact that hearing loss has on language development and academic success, and develop a basic understanding of types and degrees of hearing loss as well as become familiar with Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT). Participants will gain a better understanding of the relationship between classroom teacher, deaf education teacher, interpreter, and the student, and be able to identify and implement accommodations appropriate for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. #DHHESC1 #LIDESC1 ****** This workshop will ONLY be IN PERSON. ******
Max Participants:
60
Min Participants:
1
Date: 10/10/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Did you know October is AAC Awareness Month? What better time to celebrate communication in all its forms! Join us for this fast-paced, 30-minute, virtual micro-learning session where we’ll break down the basics of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in a way that’s clear, practical, and immediately useful. In this session, you’ll: *Learn the essential AAC vocabulary without the jargon. *Discover the “why” behind AAC and how it empowers students to share their voices. *Walk away with simple strategies you can use right away in your classroom, hallway, or lunchroom. This workshop is designed for everyone on the team—teachers, paras, therapists, and staff—because communication doesn’t just happen in isolation, it happens everywhere. Come ready to engage and leave with at least one new idea you can put into action tomorrow! #LIDESC1, #ECSEESC1, #FAMESC1, #BEHESC1, #ATESC1, #INCESC1, #SLPESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials once you register for this session.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/17/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Laguna Madre Room
Join us for a hands-on Make & Take workshop designed for professionals supporting students with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Participants will explore evidence-based CVI strategies and learn how to create two engaging, individualized literacy tools: a digital CVI-friendly book and a multisensory object story bag or box. Emphasis will be placed on integrating salient visual features, preferred color highlights, reduced visual complexity, and real objects to support meaningful access to stories. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use materials and ideas to enhance storytelling and concept development for students with CVI. #VIESC1
Max Participants:
70
Min Participants:
6
Date: 10/21/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials upon registration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/30/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
Date: 10/31/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
Join us for a thrilling two-day workshop filled with STEM fun, hands-on learning, and Halloween magic! Monster Mash Bash is designed to blend the excitement of coding, circuits, and rovers with essential Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) skills, all through engaging, accessible, and inclusive activities. Day 1: Teacher Training (Professional Development) Educators will dive into the world of accessible STEM through interactive sessions where they’ll learn how to adapt and implement coding, robotics, and circuit-building activities for students who are blind or visually impaired. Focus will be on aligning these activities with ECC skill areas such as assistive technology, compensatory skills, and orientation & mobility. Day 2: Student & Teacher STEM Experience - An ECC Event Students and their teachers will explore a variety of spooky-themed STEM stations, including: * Code the Haunted Maze – Program rovers through a sound- and texture-rich path using directional coding. * Circuit Cauldron – Build simple tactile circuits with Halloween flair. * Monster Bot Dance-Off – Create and code dancing robots in a frightfully fun challenge. * Potion of Power Lab – Practice independent living skills through a sensory potion-making station. * Escape the Haunted Lab – Team up to solve tech-based puzzles using Braille, audio cues, and collaboration. Students will also practice ECC skills like self-advocacy, social interaction, and recreation in a fully inclusive, festive environment. Costumes encouraged. Creativity required. Learning guaranteed. Let’s brew up some STEM magic together at the Monster Mash Bash! #VIESC1
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
10
Date: 11/13/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Hidalgo County 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 comprehensive six-hour or individual training lessons, participants will explore the updates to the child and adult meal patterns, as well as tips and strategies for implementation.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
12
Date: 11/18/2025
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials upon registration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 12/10/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
**Session open ONLY to Region One District Educators** Step into the Behavior League, where the most powerful classroom allies—assistive technology, behavior supports, and family engagement—join forces to transform challenging behaviors into opportunities for growth. In this dynamic, hands-on training, educators will learn how to decode the function behind behaviors, apply practical AT tools, and use data to drive effective, individualized support. Participants will rotate through interactive stations to create ready-to-use visual tools, explore strategies for collecting meaningful behavior and progress data, and design simple take-home kits to empower families as partners in behavior intervention. Grounded in best practices and real-world application, this session provides everything you need to build strong behavior systems that work across settings and with everyone on the team—students, teachers, and families. Whether you're new to behavior planning or ready to take your toolkit to the next level, this session will leave you equipped, energized, and ready to join the league of educators who make lasting change. #ATESC1 #AUESC1 #ECSEESC1 #LIDESC1
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 12/12/2025
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Hidalgo/Cameron/Willacy Room
Students with Visual Impairments will have an opportunity to greet and gather with other students from around Region One during this Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) Event. Students will practice learning and communicating with each other with guidance from TSVIs and O&M Specialists from around the Region. The following ECC Skills will be addressed during this event: Compensatory; Sensory Efficiency; Assistive Technology; Orientation & Mobility; Social Interaction; Self-Determination; Independent Living; Recreation & Leisure; and Career Education. Our Theme will be "The Polar Express - A Journey Through the Senses" Students will participate in various group activities to work on their ECC Skills. They will then have an opportunity to socialize during a luncheon, afterwards, all students will be invited to dance with the group. This event is a "Dress to Impress" ECC Event.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
25
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials upon registration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials upon registration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 2/20/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Students with complex access needs often face barriers to participating in classroom routines, communication, and learning—but with the right assistive technology (AT), those barriers can be removed. This engaging 30-minute session introduces educators to practical low-, mid-, and high-tech AT solutions that support students with significant motor, sensory, or multiple disabilities. #LIDESC1, #ECSEESC1, #FAMESC1, #ATESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials once you register for this session.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us for the Taco ‘Bout Assistive Technology Virtual Lunch & Learn series, where leading assistive technology vendors will present innovative tools, devices, and strategies to support diverse learners—all from the comfort of your screen! Each session will feature live demonstrations, practical classroom applications, and interactive Q&A with industry experts. What to Expect: * Live virtual presentations on the latest assistive technology solutions * Insights on integrating AT tools into instruction and student support * Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experts for district-specific needs * Resources and trial opportunities to explore after each session Grab your lunch, log in, and let’s taco ‘bout assistive technology—virtually! #ATESC1, #SLPESC1, #LIDESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials upon registration.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 9/17/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
In this 30-minute virtual session, educators will explore how assistive and instructional technologies can empower students with dyslexia. We'll focus on essential definitions, benefits, practical examples, and strategies to integrate technology effectively in content-rich classrooms. #ATESC1, #INCESC1, #DYSESC1
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 10/10/2025
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Did you know October is AAC Awareness Month? What better time to celebrate communication in all its forms! Join us for this fast-paced, 30-minute, virtual micro-learning session where we’ll break down the basics of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in a way that’s clear, practical, and immediately useful. In this session, you’ll: *Learn the essential AAC vocabulary without the jargon. *Discover the “why” behind AAC and how it empowers students to share their voices. *Walk away with simple strategies you can use right away in your classroom, hallway, or lunchroom. This workshop is designed for everyone on the team—teachers, paras, therapists, and staff—because communication doesn’t just happen in isolation, it happens everywhere. Come ready to engage and leave with at least one new idea you can put into action tomorrow! #LIDESC1, #ECSEESC1, #FAMESC1, #BEHESC1, #ATESC1, #INCESC1, #SLPESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials once you register for this session.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 2/20/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Online Course
Students with complex access needs often face barriers to participating in classroom routines, communication, and learning—but with the right assistive technology (AT), those barriers can be removed. This engaging 30-minute session introduces educators to practical low-, mid-, and high-tech AT solutions that support students with significant motor, sensory, or multiple disabilities. #LIDESC1, #ECSEESC1, #FAMESC1, #ATESC1 Want more? Check out our Taco 'Bout Assistive Technology Tuesdays Lunch and Learn series on communication here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CiYaXEPdEpZXZQW5U6nIkiNZcUKDJGvV/view?usp=sharing or via the Workshop Materials once you register for this session.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
