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Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research related information. The objectives will be met through Internet investigations, investigation of district information and practices, threaded collaborative discussions, quizzes, and assignments. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NACG). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted/talented students. (Part 1 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn to assess for identification, assess for student growth, and evaluate and identify procedures that allow appropriate and equal access to program services in order to ensure success for all students. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and the needs of gifted/talented students. (Part 2 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. The purpose of this online course is not only to contribute to the GT 30-hour requirement but also to provide participants with an understanding of differentiation along with a variety of strategies that can be implemented in their classroom. Models of Differentiation will be examined through the lens of content, process, and product; readiness, interest, and learning profile; assessment, flexible grouping, and respectful tasks; and strategies. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences and research-related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T training. (Part 3 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). Thai workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training. (Part 4 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. The purpose of this online course is to not only contribute to the GT 30-hour requirement but to also provide participants with an understanding of Depth and Complexity with a variety of strategies that can be implemented in their classroom. Along with a newfound understanding of Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP), Depth and Complexity will be examined through the lens of the eight elements of depth: Language of the Discipline, Details, Patterns, Trends, Rules, Ethics, Unanswered Questions, and Big Ideas (Concepts). Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research-related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training. (Part 5 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this course, participants will learn about the nature of gifted students, measures to identify gifted/talented students, and program options that meet their needs. Participants will also learn what is required by Texas law for gifted students and best identification and program practices to follow. Participants will contribute ideas to the discussion board, share their own experiences, and research related information. The objectives will be met through investigation of district information and practices and threaded discussions. This course meets Texas state requirements for six-hours G/T administrator and counselor training.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Staff meeting
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This course is for helping CE's with WBSCM. This course will have a morning in person session and a virtual afternoon session.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Miles ISD - Administration
To provide ongoing and continuous technical assistance and support school district systems. Will provide training on the PFS criteria and process, provide training and technical assistance on the development and implentation of a Priority for Service Action Plan. Review PFS supporting documentation for completeness. Review PFS reports, create a filing system, provide TA on documentation completion.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This interactive Zoom session will guide districts through a mid-year review of student growth data to explore how well it aligns with teacher observation ratings. The goal is to help districts begin to assess the consistency of their local designation system by identifying patterns, areas of skew, and alignment across multiple data points. Participants will: Analyze MOY student growth data alongside teacher observation ratings Identify trends at the campus, appraiser, and grade/subject levels Explore profiles at the district, campus, and teacher level to inform future calibration efforts Begin conversations around fairness and alignment in measuring teacher effectiveness Please note: This session is not part of the TEA Data Validation process and does not include scoring or submission guidance. Instead, it is designed to support internal reflection and system strengthening.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Building on the momentum of The Gift of Focus workshop, this session invites educators to sharpen their lens even further. Together, we’ll analyze released TELPAS test items, explore classroom strategies that align with assessment demands, and take a snapshot of the newly revised ELPS and TELPAS redesign. Let’s Get More Focused is about clarity, confidence, and connection—empowering you to guide your emergent bilingual students with purpose and precision.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 1/21/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
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 short-term objectives/benchmarks, 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 the PLAAFP and measurable annual goals.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Education Service Center Region 15
To provide ongoing and continuous technical assistance and support school district systems. Will provide training on the PFS criteria and process, provide training and technical assistance on the development and implentation of a Priority for Service Action Plan. Review PFS supporting documentation for completeness. Review PFS reports, create a filing system, provide TA on documentation completion.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: Sometimes, we just can’t find the words. This lunch and learn will explore strategies to improve your communication with students (and, really, anyone else!). Questions you can ask to motivate change. Dialogues you can use to help students problem-solve. Communication tools you can use to help de-escalate big emotions. We’ll cover those and more!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/21/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Learn It, Make It, Take It Training is designed for teachers who work with students with complex needs (typically in functional academics, low-incidence, or self-contained classrooms). In this session, you will discover the importance of math instruction, explore practical ways to integrate math into your classroom, and leave with ready-to-use lesson plans tailored to your students’ needs.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/21/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this training, we will cover the following items: (1) Guide LPACs in making decisions about the inclusion of EBs including parent denials in the Texas Assessment Program and (2) promote an increased awareness of the educational needs of our EBs. This will help you prepare for your Middle of the Year (MOY) LPAC as you make decisions about STAAR, STAAR Alternate 2, TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate along with test attributes. We will also discuss Years in US Schools.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Course
Understanding PVS, Inner workings and timeline of Property Value Study and Appeals
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/23/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Presenter: Jim Walsh, J.D. This session will provide the most current information regarding legal issues that specifically affect the SLP in daily job activities. The training is designed to prepare participants to deliver speech-language pathology services in their school districts based on the most current legal state and federal framework, IDEA, ESSA, and the Texas Commissioner's Rules be included in the discussion of current legal requirements. Legal briefs & court decisions involving current legal regulations will be reviewed. This session will satisfy the Ethics requirements for the Texas State License and ASHA certification maintenance. 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Join us for an in-depth professional development session designed to deepen educators’ understanding of the legal foundations and instructional practices essential to developing effective, standards-based IEPs for students with dyslexia. Participants will: *RECOGNIZE key federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance that direct IEP development and support students with dyslexia. *IDENTIFY the critical role of the enrolled grade-level general education curriculum in shaping the SB IEP process. *DEVELOP comprehensive present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) statements using multiple data sources, including baseline data for identified areas of need and the impact of dyslexia on a student’s access to and progress in the general curriculum. *WRITE measurable annual goals aligned with the PLAAFP and inform the specially designed instruction (SDI) required to support student success. *DESIGN effective data collection methods to monitor progress on annual goals and establish systems for reporting progress to families. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to create compliant, data-driven, and instructionally meaningful IEPs that support the unique needs of students with dyslexia.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 1/26/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Sonora ISD - Sonora El
Teachers will bring student SCR and ECR samples to calibrate scoring with the STAAR rubrics, analyze trends, and plan targeted next steps. The session will focus on strategies to move student writing to the top of the rubric, with an emphasis on clarity, tone, syntax, and diction.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Sonora ISD - Administration
Located at Sonora ISD. Behavioral Threat Assessment provides a proactive, evidence-based approach for identifying individuals who may pose a threat and for providing interventions before a violent incident occurs. This course introduces the concept of inputting BTA data in Sentinel through a tabletop exercise. These sessions will offer a step-by-step demonstration of the BTA Module within Sentinel. Located at Sonora ISD. 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
Max Participants:
46
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Science Lab
Bring the wonders of the natural world into your classroom with engaging, hands-on science labs! In Part 4 of this four-part series, educators will explore exciting investigations that help students understand organisms, ecosystems, and environmental interactions. Walk away with ready-to-use lab activities and resources for immediate classroom use.
Max Participants:
24
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
This course consists of 7 modules. Module 1: Fundamentals of USDA Foods, Module 2: DoD Fresh, Module 3: Forecasting, Module 4: WBSCM Entitlement, Module 5: WBSCM Requisitions (Ordering), Module 6: USDA Foods Usage, Module 7: WBSCM Receipting
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms
Building on the momentum of The Gift of Focus workshop, this session invites educators to sharpen their lens even further. Together, we’ll analyze released TELPAS test items, explore classroom strategies that align with assessment demands, and take a snapshot of the newly revised ELPS and TELPAS redesign. Let’s Get More Focused is about clarity, confidence, and connection—empowering you to guide your emergent bilingual students with purpose and precision.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: The restorative practices well is deep and wide! This lunch and learn will explore practical things you can use with students, both individually and in groups, to promote a stronger classroom community through the Five R’s: Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Districts participating in the Stronger Connections Grant will meet with the Texas Center for Student Supports for the Winter Roadshow. (Ballinger and San Angelo only).
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Brownwood ISD - Administration
Participants will examine STAAR SCR and ECR rubrics and scoring guides to understand the expectations and scoring criteria. Participants will practice engaging, TEKS-aligned strategies for guiding students in uncovering textual nuance and constructing insightful short and extended constructed responses to complex texts.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Based on Dr. Chase’s article for ADDitudemag.org, which was named one of their 25 most influential articles in 25 years, this talk explores the connections between ADHD and dyslexia. Topics include identifying signs of each, understanding how they overlap, and strategies for addressing both conditions effectively.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
The Title II, Part A program is all about producing award-winning instruction! This informative session provides an inside look at how districts can direct their efforts to improve student achievement by supporting effective teaching. Join us for an exclusive preview of the key elements needed to implement a successful and compliant Title II program. This session is only offered virtually.
Max Participants:
500
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This session will give West Texas Food Service Cooperative members the opportunity to receive guidance and technical support for manually entering their pre-orders into ProcessorLink/K12 for SY2026–2027. It is an in person come-and-go session from 9am -3pm, allowing you to leave once you have completed your entries. WTFSC ProcessorLink Pre-Orders: Manual pre-order entry in ProcessorLink by districts. A virtual ordering lab will also be available in the afternoon from 1pm - 3pm.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Are you looking for engaging ways to boost student success on the Biology STAAR EOC? Think Big’s Level Up provides the training and resources to do just that! These high energy opportunities offer participants easy-to-implement activities that will empower students to master challenging science content and thinking skills for STAAR. During the training, teachers will engage in learner-centered review strategies and activities aimed at improving student achievement and maximizing retention. The day is full of engaging, hands-on, easily implemented activities to review content. Participants will also leave this session with strategies to help with new item types, like SCR and cluster items, to foster success on Science STAAR. Each attendee will receive a digital download of all resources with a single-teacher license. Please bring your laptop
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/29/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
These days will be for networking with your fellow diagnosticians, participating in training, collaborating as a group to learn from each other and stay up to date on events and changes from TEA.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/29/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Are you looking for engaging ways to boost student success on the Grade 8 Science STAAR? Think Big’s Level Up provides the training and resources to do just that! These high energy opportunities offer participants easy-to-implement activities that will empower students to master challenging science content and thinking skills for STAAR. During the training, teachers will engage in learner-centered review strategies and activities aimed at improving student achievement and maximizing retention. The day is full of engaging, hands-on, easily implemented activities to review content. Participants will also leave this session with strategies to help with new item types, like SCR and cluster items, to foster success on Science STAAR. Each attendee will receive a digital download of all resources with a single-teacher license. Please bring your laptop
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/29/2026
Start Time: 4:00 PM
End Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 1/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Are you looking for engaging ways to boost student success on the Grade 5 Science STAAR? Think Big’s Level Up provides the training and resources to do just that! These high energy opportunities offer participants easy-to-implement activities that will empower students to master challenging science content and thinking skills for STAAR. During the training, teachers will engage in learner-centered review strategies and activities aimed at improving student achievement and maximizing retention. The day is full of engaging, hands-on, easily implemented activities to review content. Participants will also leave this session with strategies to help with new item types, like SCR and cluster items, to foster success on Science STAAR. Each attendee will receive a digital download of all resources with a single-teacher license. Please bring your laptop
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/2/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
This course is designed to assist CE staff with placing requisitions in WBSCM for SY 26-27. We are offering a morning virtual lab and a come-and-go in-person lab in the afternoon. You do not need to come to both. Choose either the in-person or the virtual option. You are required to sign up for a timeslot for the virtual lab. Please ensure all required forecasting documents are available, including menus, forecasting reports, and quantity planning/order information. Task include, but not limited to, creating requisitions, running entitlement/bonus reports, etc.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will explore practical means to identify students struggling with common mental health conditions and provide guidance on helpful conversations and pathways to care.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/5/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
In this workshop, participants will unpack the newly revised English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and explore how they interlace with the Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) framework to support rigorous, language-rich learning across content areas. To complete the design, we’ll also provide a brief overview of the TELPAS redesign, highlighting key updates and how they connect to the revised ELPS. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a clearer understanding of how these elements are woven together to elevate English language development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join the Counseling and Mental Health team as we provide information to help you succeed in your position. Each month, we will have different speakers on topics that will benefit you and your role. Specialists from other departments at the ESC, as well as potential outside speakers, will participate.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
This course is designed to assist CE staff with WBSCM. It will include a morning in-person, come-and-go session, followed by a virtual session in the afternoon. Please ensure all required forecasting documents are available, including menus, forecasting reports, and quantity planning/order information. Task include, but not limited to , creating requisitions, running entitlement/bonus reports, etc.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Concho Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos Room
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Rio Grande Room
HQIM Showcase Check in starting at 8:30 with publisher sessions starting at 9 am. Publisher booths will be open all day to visit. IMRA Cycle 25 includes Full-subject, tier-one instructional materials for K-3 and 4-8 English language arts and reading Full subject, tier-one instructional materials for K-3 and 4-6 Spanish language arts and reading Full subject K-12 mathematics Supplemental K-12 mathematics Partial-subject, tier-one instructional materials for K-3 English and Spanish phonics.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/9/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Howard College / West Texas Training Center
Participants at ESC Region 15 will learn how to determine staffing needs early in the spring 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 can go into hiring season knowing whom they need to hire! Information on Bluebonnet Curriculum and elementary schedules will be included. Presented by David Hamilton.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Social-emotional and behavioral assessment for children and adolescents is a complex process, and the impact of assessment extends beyond the score. Linking assessment data to meaningful intervention can be a challenge. This session seeks to support practitioners in maximizing the benefit of assessment and enhancing progress with interventions linked to assessment data. This presentation will provide background and discussion on the importance of social-emotional and behavioral assessment for young people, a platform for conceptualizing the scope of these evaluations and the value of intervention on outcomes. Participants will review a variety of formal assessment measures designed to evaluate social-emotional and behavioral features (including the Risk Inventory and Strengths Evaluation, Piers-Harris Self-Concept Scale, Third Edition, and others) as well as how these tools can be used to support interventions and treatment plans. Participants will leave with a knowledge of an array of social-emotional and behavioral assessment tools that can be used across a variety of populations as well as interventions and accommodations that can be generated based on assessment. Ashley Arnold with WPS will be presenting the morning session. The afternoon three-hour session will allow for School Psychologists and Related Service Providers to Collaborate over Legislative Changes and Functional Behavioral Assessments.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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)
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: How does our mental health system function? What’s considered best practice when intervening in a mental health crisis? What should my policy and procedure include? How do we incorporate the most recent legislation? How can I stay calm when everyone else is absolutely losing it? We’ll cut to the chase and explore these topics in this brief lunch and learn!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Olfen ISD - Administration
This session will guide district school leadership and grade-level teams in developing a shared problem-solving statement for behavior supports as well as a plan of action for sustainable-system level change. Participants will step into the experiences of students and teachers, examine current practices, and identify system gaps. The training will build a clear foundation for consistent and effective PBIS implementation across the campus.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This session covers the requirements of both the LEA and school policy. Attendees will discuss ways to get parent input on the policies as well as different evaluation methods. Even if the policy is already existing, this training can help attendees revise it as needed to meet compliance as well as better serve their families and school(s). Attendees will walk away with sample policies, policy templates, evaluation methods, and knowledge of the requirements outlined in ESSA.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Session 3 - Impact Coaching This session is only for Aspiring Administrators.
Max Participants:
5
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this training, participants will hike through the following domains: Language Concepts and Language Acquisition, ESL Instruction and Assessment, and Foundation of ESL Education, Cultural Awareness, and Family and Community Involvement. This workshop will also help prepare these participants to be better prepared to work with our Emergent Bilingual students and challenge the ESL Supplemental Certification Test (154) .
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This interactive panel discussion is designed for school districts currently preparing their application for the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Featuring district leaders and ESC staff from previously approved cohorts, the panel will share practical insights, common pitfalls, and implementation strategies aligned with the 2025–2026 TIA Guidebook. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of local designation system requirements, including student growth measures, teacher observation calibration, and validity and reliability expectations. Topics include: • Designing a TIA system that meets TEA’s data validation standards • Lessons from TEA’s Texas Tech data submission process • Strategies for stakeholder communication and teacher buy-in • Planning for long-term sustainability and fidelity to the designation system Who Should Attend: TIA Leads, Admin Teams, HR Staff
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/12/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Course
Join us as we discuss different type of behaviors, when they need to be addressed, and how to address them.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/13/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
If you are a Take Flight-trained CALT/CALP and have questions or want to ‘re-calibrate’ with the essentials of Take Flight intervention, this one-day course is for you! Participants will review Lesson Cycles and Pacing, Automaticity procedures, Demonstrations of New Learning and Decoding, Spelling Procedures for One-Syllable Base Words, Two or More Syllable Base Words, and Derivatives, Updates to Curriculum, and Possible Accommodations to meet individual student needs.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/13/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Presenter: Jon Bergeron, Ph.D. This session will provide background and information on the origins and impact of trauma in children's learning. We will review research that has documented the impact of trauma on the developing child. This webinar will also include strategies and practical applications on working with children who have a history of trauma. The goal of this training is to inform and equip the audience with knowledge and skills to maximize the learning experience for this population. 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/13/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Participants will learn about the NAVEG screener and how to perform the screener to look for CVI characteristics in young children.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
This workshop will provide important updates, valuable resources, and opportunities to learn and grow as a school nurse. 8:30 – 9:00 Breakfast and presentation provided by Haley Stuteville with Community Based Education Coordinator for Big Country Area Health Education Center 9:00 – 10:00 Child Abuse – Child Advocacy Center of Greater West Texas 10:00 – 12:00 An Update on the Immunization Landscape – Dr. Paige Blaze from GSK 12:00 – 1:00 Working lunch Provided by MacGill School Nurse Supplies – TSNO Updates 1:00 – 2:00 Orthopedic Injuries – Corey Turner, ESC Region 15 2:00 – 3:00 AI Applications for the School Nurse Practice (by Zoom) – Brandy Bowlen, ESC Region 4 * 6 CPE HOURS
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Concho/Nueces Rooms
Join us in learning about Research Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS) for math! We will explore best practices in math education which are foundational to developing mathematical thinkers and problem solvers! These best practices are backed by research and should be present in classrooms to ensure deep mathematical understandings. • THIS COURSE IS IN PERSON ONLY
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/16/2026
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Join us for our quarterly Dyslexia Leadership Network meeting, designed for campus and district leaders overseeing dyslexia services. Participants will review the latest guidance on dyslexia and related disorders, explore current issues, and discuss practical strategies for implementation. This session provides a collaborative space to share knowledge, work through day-to-day challenges, and connect with colleagues across Region 15. Attendees will leave with timely updates and actionable information to bring back to their local districts and campuses.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/16/2026
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us virtually for an essential session designed for new elementary-level users, those feeling overwhelmed, or anyone needing a quick refresh. We will provide an overview of the TexQuest program, and highlight in detail the instructional resources from Britannica. You will get to explore these resources and have all your questions answered. Zoom link will be provided to registered participants prior to the session.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/16/2026
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join us virtually for an essential session designed for new secondary-level users, those feeling overwhelmed, or anyone needing a quick refresh. We will provide an overview of the TexQuest program, and highlight in detail the instructional resources from Britannica and Learning Express. You will get to explore these resources and have all your questions answered. Zoom link will be provided to registered participants prior to the session.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this virtual, three-hour session, administrators and TIA Leads will receive an in-depth overview of the Texas Tech University validation report their district received as part of the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) process. Participants will gain clarity on how data submitted by the district contributed to the final outcomes, with a specific focus on student growth measures and the Value-Added Model (VAM) calculations. This session will provide guidance on interpreting key metrics in the report, identifying areas for improvement, and preparing for future submission cycles. TEA-aligned expectations and validation criteria will also be discussed.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
TEA-approved best practice training for staff wellness and trauma sensitivity! We begin with a focus on maintaining educator wellness in session one, followed in the afternoon by a focus on crafting trauma-sensitive classrooms and campuses.
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we read, write, and think—but where does it fit in a middle or high school ELA classroom? In this interactive workshop, teachers will explore practical strategies from AI in the Writing Workshop: Find the Write Balance to help students leverage AI as a tool for growth without losing their authentic voice. Participants will examine real classroom examples, try out AI-supported writing practices, and leave with ready-to-use ideas for lesson design, scaffolding, and written assessment. The focus will be on striking a healthy balance: preparing students to use AI responsibly, creatively, and critically while still centering the human skills of reading, writing, and thinking that matter most. Book included! Take it back to your classroom as a resource to reference throughout the year. *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you. **Participants will have to sign up for some of the AI applications to participate.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
As we move into the second semester of the school year, how is our MV program functioning and what modifications do we need to do to be more impactful. Additionally, the Comprehensive Needs Assessment process will be discussed.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/18/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Room for CEP Training
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/18/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the CEP, originating from the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. The course is structured into modules that cover the basics, financial responsibilities, application processes, and daily activities of CEP campuses. Additionally, attendees will learn about the CEP cycle, record-keeping, and the importance of offering free meals in high poverty Local Education Agencies. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to effectively implement and manage the CEP in your institution.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/19/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Are you interested in applying for the Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas (CREST) award? The fall 2026 submission will encompass data and information from the 2025-26 school year. This virtual lunch and learn will provide details and examples for the data-related artifacts needed for submission.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/23/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
We will cover the differences in ESY and EYS, how to make ARD committee decisions and the Autism Supplement.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/23/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Concho/Nueces Rooms
Join us for an engaging and informative CTE Leadership Roundtable designed for administrators, counselors, CTE coordinators, and educators who lead and support Career and Technical Education programs. This session will provide essential updates received by TEA at CTAT and other and key developments impacting CTE. Realityworks will deliver a featured presentation focused on materials, curriculum and new features. Another big conversation of the day will be about CTE students. Statewide CTE student data is disaggregated by a wide variety of indicators, not only gender and ethnicity, but by special populations. CTE students are also GT, Special Education, Migrant, and possibly experience homelessness. Perkins V data addresses CTE students in all of these areas and compares LEAs to state data. LEAs are expected to develop processes of ensuring all students meet indicators. Representatives from these programs will be present to provide timely information to ensure all students are college, career, and military ready. Don't miss this opportunity to stay current, network with fellow CTE leaders, and gain tools to strengthen your CTE programs for student success. *lunch will be provided*
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Date: 2/24/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room
Located at ESC15. Behavioral Threat Assessment provides a proactive, evidence-based approach for identifying individuals who may pose a threat and for providing interventions before a violent incident occurs. This course introduces the concept of inputting BTA data in Sentinel through a tabletop exercise. These sessions will offer a step-by-step demonstration of the BTA Module within Sentinel. Located in Mesquite & Pecan Rooms of ESC15 Conference Center, 1372 Rio Concho Dr. San Angelo, TX 76903 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
Max Participants:
46
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Step into the STAARcade, where purposeful review meets the power of play. In this hands-on workshop, teachers will explore how to transform RLA STAAR preparation into energizing games that spark curiosity, boost confidence, and strengthen mastery of TEKS. Participants will experience a variety of game formats from analog to digital and walk away with classroom-ready templates and activities. Leave with a toolkit of fresh ideas and a renewed belief that test prep can be both meaningful and fun. *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you. **Participants will have to sign up for some of the applications to participate.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
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
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Learn It, Make It, Take It Training is designed for teachers who work with students with complex needs (typically in functional academics, low-incidence, or self-contained classrooms). In this session, you will explore how sensory strategies and calming techniques support regulation and learning. You’ll create tools and activities that promote focus, self-regulation, and classroom readiness.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 3/5/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 3/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Participants will learn the fundamentals of dyslexia intervention through a review of Texas dyslexia laws and current research, as well as best practices in dyslexia instruction. We will delve into evidence-based components of instruction and explore continuums for developing reading ability in students with dyslexia. Participants will 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 with supplemental resources necessary for small group instruction. This course requires attendance for 5 full days of training.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: If you’re at a loss as to how to help students struggling with loss, you are not alone. This is one of the most frequently requested trainings we receive at ESC 15! Join us as we explore strategies for helping students living through grief and trauma.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
This zoom session introduces school districts to student employment and career preparation programs available through Concho Valley Workforce Solutions and Goodwill Career Center. Participants will learn how students can enroll in SEAL (for eligible special education and 504 students), the Summer Youth Employment Program (open to qualifying students), and access monthly career prep classes that support individuals with barriers. The focus will be on collaboration and supporting student success through workforce partnerships. Use this link: https://esc15.zoom.us/j/84968193972?pwd=gP1H0mRCqgPjFO8twjiLNImHCaMFkp.1
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/27/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
In this engaging and informative workshop, presented by Dr. Erik Raj, participants will embark on a journey to discover the transformative potential of video games as a powerful tool in stuttering therapy. Guided by a passionate advocate of game-based learning, attendees will explore creative and evidence-based strategies for effectively incorporating video games into therapeutic sessions. 5 HOURS TSHA CEUS Pending
Max Participants:
95
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/2/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Live Oak 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 school nutrition program's performance to achieve success.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/2/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Sarah Thrash is a dedicated and passionate educator committed to supporting students, families, and fellow educators through every step of the post-secondary journey—whether that path leads to college, a career, or the military. With a background as a teacher, high school counselor, and now a CTE & CCMR Coordinator, Sarah empowers students with practical tools for success. She equips educators and counselors with practical strategies to guide them. As the founder of CCMR with Ms. Thrash LLC, Sarah provides personalized, student-centered guidance to help young people navigate the complexities of College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR). Her mission is to help students discover opportunities, set meaningful goals, and create a clear and attainable path toward their future. For more information, visit her website: ccmrwithmsthrash.com
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Annual Spanish Spelling Bee
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/3/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join the Counseling and Mental Health team as we provide information to help you succeed in your position. Each month, we will have different speakers on topics that will benefit you and your role. Specialists from other departments at the ESC, as well as potential outside speakers, will participate.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Seamless Summer Option (SSO) program, a streamlined approach to feeding children during summer months. It covers key areas including eligibility and application requirements, program awareness strategies, meal service guidelines, reimbursement procedures, monitoring and compliance standards, and training and professional development resources.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/4/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
In this workshop, participants will unpack the newly revised English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and explore how they interlace with the Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) framework to support rigorous, language-rich learning across content areas. To complete the design, we’ll also provide a brief overview of the TELPAS redesign, highlighting key updates and how they connect to the revised ELPS. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a clearer understanding of how these elements are woven together to elevate English language development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/5/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Course
Join us as we discuss the power of visuals and keeping our students engaged. We want to build independence, but that starts with knowing the expectations clearly.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/5/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/9/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/9/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: Sometimes, we just can’t find the words. This lunch and learn will explore strategies to improve your communication with students (and, really, anyone else!). Questions you can ask to motivate change. Dialogues you can use to help students problem-solve. Communication tools you can use to help de-escalate big emotions. We’ll cover those and more!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/10/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the CEP, originating from the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. The course is structured into modules that cover the basics, financial responsibilities, application processes, and daily activities of CEP campuses. Additionally, attendees will learn about the CEP cycle, record-keeping, and the importance of offering free meals in high poverty Local Education Agencies. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to effectively implement and manage the CEP in your institution.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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, 2021 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:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: The restorative practices well is deep and wide! This lunch and learn will explore practical things you can use with students, both individually and in groups, to promote a stronger classroom community through the Five R’s: Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/12/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/13/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Eldorado Middle
This session will guide middle school leadership and grade-level teams in developing a shared problem-solving statement for behavior supports. Participants will step into the experiences of students and teachers, examine current practices, and identify system gaps. The training will build a clear foundation for consistent and effective PBIS implementation across the campus.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/13/2026
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Administration
This session will support SPED teachers in connecting Tier 1 curriculum and program implementation to individualized student needs. Using unit and lesson internalization documents, program guides, and current IEPs, teachers will learn how to align goals, accommodations, and services with core instruction. The training will also incorporate a review of student progress from previous reporting periods and current data collection on accommodations to strengthen planning, implementation, and monitoring.
Max Participants:
10
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/13/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Eldorado Middle
During monthly PLCs, paraprofessionals will participate in short, focused training sessions designed to strengthen their use of evidence-based practices (EBPs) observed in classrooms. Each session will connect directly to the “look-for” tool used during coaching observations, ensuring training is relevant and practical. This process ensures training is ongoing, practical, and aligned to classroom needs. By embedding EBP training into the monthly PLC cycle, paraprofessionals build confidence, improve consistency, and strengthen their ability to foster independence and success for students in inclusive settings.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/23/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Grape Creek ISD - GRAPE CREEK PRI
Welcome to the Bluebonnet Learning internalization workday which is designed to provide educators ample time to work alone or with other teachers to internalize unit and lessons for their grade level. Bluebonnet specialists will be available to assist with the internalization process.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/24/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 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 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:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Note: This is NOT similar content to Youth Mental Health First Aid! Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an evidence-informed approach to help children, adolescents, adults, and families in the immediate aftermath of a traumatic incident. PFA was developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network and the National Center for PTSD, with contributions from individuals involved in disaster research and response. PFA is designed to reduce the initial distress caused by traumatic events and to foster short- and long-term adaptive functioning and coping.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/26/2026
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
TCOLE 4064 is a two-day, 20-hour training designed to assist SBLE officers and school districts with compliance of legislative mandates requiring districts employing a peace/resource officer to create a policy requiring officers to complete education and training.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
These days will be for networking with your fellow diagnosticians, participating in training, collaborating as a group to learn from each other and stay up to date on events and changes from TEA.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/26/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Quad (Concho/Nueces/Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms)
Students from Region 15 will be provided an opportuntity to connect with Reece Albert and CSA Materials to learn about all aspects of the industry and future employment options.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
As the TIA data submission window approaches, this session will help districts plan for a smooth and successful submission process. Participants will review key requirements, timelines, and best practices for submitting teacher observation, student growth, and other designation data to TEA. This session is ideal for TIA Leads, data managers, and any team members involved in data preparation and reporting.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
ASPIRING ADMINISTRATORS ACADEMY - Session 4 Graduation This session is only for Aspiring Administrators.
Max Participants:
5
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
In this session, educators will learn practical techniques to help students manage stress, regulate emotions, and build resilience. Discover simple, effective coping strategies that can be integrated into daily routines to support student well-being and classroom calm.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
5
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will explore practical means to identify students struggling with common mental health conditions and provide guidance on helpful conversations and pathways to care.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Olfen ISD - Administration
This session will guide district school leadership and grade-level teams in developing a shared problem-solving statement for behavior supports as well as a plan of action for sustainable-system level change. Participants will step into the experiences of students and teachers, examine current practices, and identify system gaps. The training will build a clear foundation for consistent and effective PBIS implementation across the campus.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join the Counseling and Mental Health team as we provide information to help you succeed in your position. Each month, we will have different speakers on topics that will benefit you and your role. Specialists from other departments at the ESC, as well as potential outside speakers, will participate.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/1/2026
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
TASSP Meeting
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Presenter Laptop #2
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Join us for our Spring Foster Care Consortium, brought to you by ESC 15, ASU's Fostering Rams Program, and the Department of Family and Protective Services. Various topics will be presented. This session will be hybrid, for both virtual and in-person attendees.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/9/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/10/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Presenter: Amber Davies, M.S. CCC/SLP and Michael Tucker, M. Ed. Behavior--it's everywhere, and as SLPs, we see it impact communication daily. But let's be real...navigating behavior can sometimes feel like decoding a secret language. Int his interactice,3-hour virtual sessions, and SLP and a BCBA team up to break down the essentials of behavior science in a way that makes sense for speech therapy. We will tackle common behavior myths, decode tricky situations, and give you practical strategies to manage challenging behaviors while keeping communication at the heart of it all. Expect real talk, real strategies, and maybe even a few 'aha!' moments along the way. let's bridge the gap and make behavior work for us, not against us! 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/13/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
TOT training with ESC 16 on the use of the CCMR Tookit.
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 4/15/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
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 short-term objectives/benchmarks, 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 the PLAAFP and measurable annual goals.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: If you were seeing a good therapist, they’d have a goal in mind for you: to teach you to be your own therapist! This lunch and learn gives you a leg-up toward that goal. Together, we’ll explore some quick strategies to help clarify your thinking, boost your mood, and strengthen your relationships – including your relationship with YOURSELF. Bubble baths, herbal tea, and deep breathing can only get you so far – let this session kick-off a deeper, broader commitment to change for yourself!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/16/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/22/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 4/23/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/29/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 4/29/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will focus on general anxiety, zooming-in on two of the more common presentations we see in schools: social anxiety and perfectionism. Participants will leave with strategies they can use to help even the most anxious students at school!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Concho Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Pecos Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Rio Grande Room
Date: 4/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Science Lab
Join in on the fun of experiencing different parts of what computer science is! Rotate between stations to find out what computer science is really all about.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
These days will be for networking with your fellow diagnosticians, participating in training, collaborating as a group to learn from each other and stay up to date on events and changes from TEA.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Amistad Room - Del Rio
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Concho Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Rio Grande Room
Date: 5/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Val Verde Room - Del Rio
Career Fair targeting students with complex needs .
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/4/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Webinar
Join the Counseling and Mental Health team as we provide information to help you succeed in your position. Each month, we will have different speakers on topics that will benefit you and your role. Specialists from other departments at the ESC, as well as potential outside speakers, will participate.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/4/2026
Start Time: 9:30 AM
End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Join us for our quarterly Dyslexia Leadership Network meeting, designed for campus and district leaders overseeing dyslexia services. Participants will review the latest guidance on dyslexia and related disorders, explore current issues, and discuss practical strategies for implementation. This session provides a collaborative space to share knowledge, work through day-to-day challenges, and connect with colleagues across Region 15. Attendees will leave with timely updates and actionable information to bring back to their local districts and campuses.
Max Participants:
55
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/5/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 5/5/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: How does our mental health system function? What’s considered best practice when intervening in a mental health crisis? What should my policy and procedure include? How do we incorporate the most recent legislation? How can I stay calm when everyone else is absolutely losing it? We’ll cut to the chase and explore these topics in this brief lunch and learn!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
As the 2025-26 school year wraps up, it’s time to preview what’s coming next! Stay ahead of the script by getting the latest updates on ESSA and ESSER programs. This session will ensure your LEA has everything it needs for a successful sequel in the 2026-27 school year. Don’t miss this sneak peek into the future of federal programs! This session is only offered virtually.
Max Participants:
500
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/6/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This training helps schools review the data over their PFE documents and program to prepare for next year's PFE Program cycle beginning with the Annual Title I Meeting. Attendees will walk away with a plan for their PFE Program, PFE documents, as well as an agenda for the required Annual Title I Meeting.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/12/2026
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Prepare students and families for a smooth transition into summer with strategies to maintain structure and access support. This session provides educators with tools to connect families to community resources, develop simple summer routines, and promote continued growth outside the classroom. Learn how to finish the school year strong while setting the stage for a successful summer.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
5
Date: 5/12/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 5/12/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/19/2026
Start Time: 3:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Olfen ISD - Administration
This session will guide district school leadership and grade-level teams in developing a shared problem-solving statement for behavior supports as well as a plan of action for sustainable-system level change. Participants will step into the experiences of students and teachers, examine current practices, and identify system gaps. The training will build a clear foundation for consistent and effective PBIS implementation across the campus.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/21/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Eldorado Middle
This session will guide middle school leadership and grade-level teams in developing a shared problem-solving statement for behavior supports. Participants will step into the experiences of students and teachers, examine current practices, and identify system gaps. The training will build a clear foundation for consistent and effective PBIS implementation across the campus.
Max Participants:
15
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/21/2026
Start Time: 10:30 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Administration
This session will support SPED teachers in connecting Tier 1 curriculum and program implementation to individualized student needs. Using unit and lesson internalization documents, program guides, and current IEPs, teachers will learn how to align goals, accommodations, and services with core instruction. The training will also incorporate a review of student progress from previous reporting periods and current data collection on accommodations to strengthen planning, implementation, and monitoring.
Max Participants:
10
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/21/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Schleicher ISD - Eldorado Middle
During monthly PLCs, paraprofessionals will participate in short, focused training sessions designed to strengthen their use of evidence-based practices (EBPs) observed in classrooms. Each session will connect directly to the “look-for” tool used during coaching observations, ensuring training is relevant and practical. This process ensures training is ongoing, practical, and aligned to classroom needs. By embedding EBP training into the monthly PLC cycle, paraprofessionals build confidence, improve consistency, and strengthen their ability to foster independence and success for students in inclusive settings.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Presenter(s): Pam Sepulvado, M.CD., CCC/SLP (First half of the webinar) This session will explore creative, play-based approaches to speech therapy that promote communication, participation, and progress for a variety of age ranges. Attendees will gain practical, adaptable ideas that blend fun with function-making therapy both meaningful and motivating! Whether you are working on language, articulation, or social communication, these strategies are designed to spark engagement across a wide range of interest and abilities. Presenter (s): Beth Darbe, Ed.D., CCC/SLP (Second half of webinar) Is speech-language therapy meant to be a forever support? When is it appropriate to consider dismissal from speech-language therapy services? What if parents disagree with the speech-language pathologist's (SLP's) recommendation for dismissal? This session will explore these questions and more by dissecting legally defensible considerations for dismissal from speech therapy services By utilizing robust data collected from the reevaluation, SLPs can gather crucial information regarding the impact of the disability and the need for specially designed instruction from the SLP. 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Concho Room
Teachers participating in the Concho Valley Teacher Extership are required to attend 3 - 1/2 day sessions for grant requirements.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
It's time to get your game on! This dynamic workshop explores how to gamify the RLA classroom to achieve high-impact results and foster authentic student engagement. Participants will leave this session armed with a versatile playbook of strategies, a framework for turning any lesson into a game, and the confidence to choose the right tool—Lofi or Hifi—for any learning objective. Get ready to transform your classroom into a hub of energy, excitement, and achievement! *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you. **Participants will have to sign up for some of the applications to participate.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
In this workshop, participants will unpack the newly revised English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and explore how they interlace with the Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) framework to support rigorous, language-rich learning across content areas. To complete the design, we’ll also provide a brief overview of the TELPAS redesign, highlighting key updates and how they connect to the revised ELPS. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a clearer understanding of how these elements are woven together to elevate English language development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Meet your House Bill 3 requirements! Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults regularly interacting with young people. This course requires 2 hours self-paced work prior to the 4.5 hours Instructor-led training. The training introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. YMHFA addresses multiple points of the TEC and TEA Best Practices List.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
5
Date: 6/3/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Tired of re-explaining your classroom, your standards, and your expectations to AI every single time? In this hands-on summer workshop, teachers will learn how to build custom AI chatbots that work like personalized teaching assistants—trained on your grade level, content, and instructional style. No AI experience? No problem! Participants will design both teacher-facing chatbots (for lesson planning, feedback, differentiation, and prep) and student-facing chatbots that provide guided support, explanations, and practice—without giving away answers or creating chaos. Using tools like Gemini Gems, NotebookLM, MagicSchool, and School AI, you’ll explore when and why each platform makes sense in real classrooms. You’ll leave with at least one ready-to-use chatbot, clear guardrails for safe and effective student use, and the confidence to design AI tools that actually support learning—because one-size-fits-all teaching never worked. It’s time your AI caught up.
Max Participants:
28
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/3/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This hands-on session guides districts in analyzing student growth measures for content areas not using STAAR and aligning them with teacher observation data from the previous school year. Participants will engage in a collaborative review of local data and compare trends against TEA’s Data Validation Tool (as outlined in the 2025–2026 TIA Guidebook). The goal is to evaluate whether teacher effectiveness ratings based on classroom observations are consistent when compared to student growth outcomes—two pillars of a valid Local Designation System. Key Objectives: • Examine actual district data from one non-STAAR student growth measure • Analyze alignment between T-TESS or other local observation ratings and student outcomes • Identify discrepancies that may trigger data validation issues from TEA • Use the TIA Data Validation Tool as a lens for continuous improvement
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/5/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we read, write, and think—but where does it fit in a middle or high school ELA classroom? In this interactive workshop, teachers will explore practical strategies from AI in the Writing Workshop: Find the Write Balance to help students leverage AI as a tool for growth without losing their authentic voice. Participants will examine real classroom examples, try out AI-supported writing practices, and leave with ready-to-use ideas for lesson design, scaffolding, and assessment. The focus will be on striking a healthy balance: preparing students to use AI responsibly, creatively, and critically while still centering the human skills of reading, writing, and thinking that matter most. Book included! Take it back to your classroom as a resource to reference throughout the year. *This is a repeat session of spring 2026. *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you. **Participants will have to sign up for some of the AI applications to participate.
Max Participants:
20
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/8/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Howard College / West Texas Training Center
This three day workshop located at San Angelo ISD Welding Lab at Howard College, will provide: Day 1- A review of the current TEA Accountability List: AWS D1.1, AWS D9.1, API 1104 A basic overview of Stick and MIG welding steel. A review of weld test lesson plans for basic AWS D1.1, AWS D9.1 welder certification Day 2- Oxy-fuel Cutting Theory and Demos Intro to TIG and FCAW processes for certification, Intro to Carbon Arc Gouging Welding defects, visual inspection and the use of welding inspection tools Day 3- Practical and Hands-on welding of TEA IBC weld test joints- D1.1, D9.1, 1104 Fillet, groove, and tack weld inspection and destructive testing for welder certification. Completing application paperwork for welder certification Oxy-Fuel Torch completion of the certification practical portion (if desired) Practice Carbon Arc Gouging The workshop will require the facility to provide: • Stick welding machines, adequate for the number of participants, E7018 1/8” rods • At least one or two MIG welding machines. A track torch for beveling plate (optional) • A horizontal band saw or cold cut chop saw to cut welded steel plates for testing. Teachers should provide for themselves: • Welding helmets, gloves, safety glasses, chip hammer, wire brush, grinder, pliers, etc… • For teacher’s wanting to get certifications themselves the following plates can be used depending on the type of certs that teachers want or need training on for testing students. Bring a few of each for practice, if needed: AWS D1.1 Tack Welder- 1/2" x 4” x 4”, Lesson plan #1 AWS D9.1 Fillet Welder- 1/4" x 2” x 6”, Lesson plan #2 AWS D9.1 Groove Welder- 1/4" x 2” x 6”, Lesson plan #3 ASME Section IX Fillet Welder- 3/8” x 3” x 6”, Lesson plan #4 AWS D1.1 Fillet Welder- 1/2" x 4” x 8”, Lesson plan #5 AWS Groove Welder, with backing- 3/8” x 3” x 6”, Beveled 22.5°, Lesson plans #6. AWS Groove Welder, Open root- 3/8” x 3” x 6”, Beveled 30°, Lesson plan #7. API 1104 Pipe- 4” pipe and 4.5” pipe, 1 ea. 3” long
Max Participants:
35
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/9/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
zoom
Max Participants:
1000
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/10/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
Zoom Only Session: Tired of re-explaining your classroom, your standards, and your expectations to AI every single time? In this hands-on summer workshop, teachers will learn how to build custom AI chatbots that work like personalized teaching assistants—trained on your grade level, content, and instructional style. No AI experience? No problem! Participants will design both teacher-facing chatbots (for lesson planning, feedback, differentiation, and prep) and student-facing chatbots that provide guided support, explanations, and practice—without giving away answers or creating chaos. Using tools like Gemini Gems, NotebookLM, MagicSchool, and School AI, you’ll explore when and why each platform makes sense in real classrooms. You’ll leave with at least one ready-to-use chatbot, clear guardrails for safe and effective student use, and the confidence to design AI tools that actually support learning—because one-size-fits-all teaching never worked. It’s time your AI caught up.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Colorado Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Concho/Nueces Rooms
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Pecan Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Pecos Room
Date: 6/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Rio Grande Room
The 7th Annual School Safety Summit will include a variety of sessions hosted by subject matter experts. You will hear best practices, case studies, and evidence- based practices related to both physical security and emotional safety. The Summit also provides an opportunity for diverse public safety, mental health, safety & security experts, vendors and community leaders to network and build relationships that will help them improve safety and security practices in their school communities. This year's Keynote Speaker will be .
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Course
Presenter(s): Layne Pethick, Ed.D This interactive session will look at the latest brain research in autism to help SLPs recommend interventions and supports for better outcomes. Topics for the discussion will include (but are not limited to): trauma, language, behavior, learning, brain development, screen time, play, exercise, and new ideas for interventions. 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/15/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
It’s 8 PM on a Sunday, and you’re staring at a blank lesson planner, an empty Google Classroom announcement, and a to-do list that seems to be mocking you. We’ve all been there. You've heard the buzz about "AI," but you're not just "AI-curious"—you're "AI-exhausted." What if, in one day, you could learn to use that same AI to clear that to-do list... and get your evenings back? Welcome to the full-day masterclass that transforms you from an AI-curious observer to an AI-confident power user. This isn't a "sit-and-get" overview; this is a 6-hour, hands-on, "roll-up-your-sleeves" bootcamp. Forget the scary jargon and headlines. We're here for one thing: to build your personal, powerful, and private AI teaching assistant. Bring your laptop and a real-world task, because you will leave with work done.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
392846 - EMPOWERING INSTRUCTION THROUGH TCMPC: YOUR GUIDE TO TEKS RESOURCE SYSTEM AND TCR/BLUEBONNET
Date: 6/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Discover the power of the interactive TCMPC platform and how it supports effective teaching and learning through the TEKS Resource System (TEKS RS) and Texas Curriculum Resources (TCR). In this hands-on session, participants will explore the enhanced features of the TCMPC platform—including flexible calendar options, a classroom management tool, and an interactive assessment item bank. Together, we’ll dig into the TCMPC components available for core content areas and Pre-K, examining how each supports purposeful planning and instruction. Participants will also learn how TCR aligns with the Bluebonnet curriculum to provide a deeper understanding of the TEKS that need to be taught. Leave equipped to confidently access, plan, and implement instruction using TCMPC’s tools and resources. *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you. **Please bring your login info.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Building on the momentum of The Gift of Focus workshop, this session invites educators to sharpen their lens even further. Together, we’ll analyze released TELPAS test items, explore classroom strategies that align with assessment demands, and take a snapshot of the newly revised ELPS and TELPAS redesign. Let’s Get More Focused is about clarity, confidence, and connection—empowering you to guide your emergent bilingual students with purpose and precision.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Quad (Concho/Nueces/Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms)
AS AN INTERACTIVE,IMMERSION EXPERIENCE, THE COMMUNITY ACTION POVERTY SIMULATION GIVES PARTICIPANTS A GLIMPSE INTO THE STRUCTURAL BARRIERS, AS WELL AS SOME OF THE PERSONAL AND EMOTIONAL REPERCUSSIONS PEOPLE IN POVERTY FACE. THE AFTERNOON SESSION IS DESIGNED TO ASSIST PARTCIPANTS IN LEARNING INFORMATION CONCERNING POVERTY. THIS WORKSHOP IS APPLICABLE TO ADMINISTRATORS, FACULTY, AND STAFF.
Max Participants:
80
Min Participants:
50
Date: 6/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
3 hour course for unlicensed personnel covering the basics of diabetes
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
In this workshop, participants will unpack the newly revised English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and explore how they interlace with the Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) framework to support rigorous, language-rich learning across content areas. To complete the design, we’ll also provide a brief overview of the TELPAS redesign, highlighting key updates and how they connect to the revised ELPS. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a clearer understanding of how these elements are woven together to elevate English language development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/17/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
To teach school personnel basic knowledge of medication administration at school. Workshop will also cover Fentanyl awareness/opioid overdose care. This is a 3 - hour class.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Quad (Concho/Nueces/Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms)
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Science Lab
Date: 6/18/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
Grab your sonic screwdriver and set the coordinates for the Region 15 STEM Expo! We’re about to journey into the time vortex to solve education's greatest puzzle: The STEM Paradox. What is the paradox? It’s the idea that STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is often treated as a destination for a select few, when in reality, it's the vehicle that transports all of us. It’s not just a subject; it’s the connective tissue woven through every subject. Join us for a "wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey" day of fantastic sessions, hands-on workshops, and future-ready strategies. You'll leave with practical tools to help your students see the "bigger on the inside" potential of every lesson. The future of West Texas is being built in your classrooms today. For Companions employed by districts in the Region 15 Title II Cooperative Services, your passage is completely free. All other Region 15 explorers can join the expedition for a $25 registration fee. Best of all, you’ll regenerate your professional toolkit with 6 hours GT credit upon completion of the mission. Don’t blink – register for the STEM Expo today!
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/19/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms
Reunification Tabletop Exercise with TxSSC TBA
Max Participants:
125
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
400047 Gemini Boot Camp
Max Participants:
1
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Teachers participating in the Concho Valley Teacher Extership are required to attend 3 - 1/2 day sessions for grant requirements.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour AM session. These modules are geared toward experienced elementary, middle, and high school counselors who seek to learn more about collaborating with their counterparts across grade levels to develop a plan to implement a comprehensive K-12 career advising program that provides all students with career exploration opportunities and supports student access to career and technical education. Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs – An Infrastructure for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) allows school counselors to examine how strong CTE programs can support all students as they prepare for postsecondary success. Participants will explore the components of approved CTE Programs of Study, including coursework, work-based learning opportunities, and industry-based certifications, and understand how these relate to the individual planning components of a comprehensive counseling program. Participants will review the relationship between CTE and programs of study to federal and state legislation (including Perkins V, HB5 - Endorsements, HB3 - Outcomes Bonus Funding, and SB179 - Counseling Duties) and other initiatives. After this module, participants will have a deeper understanding of the value of CTE programs and be better equipped to work with administrators to create the local infrastructure for CCMR driven by data.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
In this workshop, participants will unpack the newly revised English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and explore how they interlace with the Content-Based Language Instruction (CBLI) framework to support rigorous, language-rich learning across content areas. To complete the design, we’ll also provide a brief overview of the TELPAS redesign, highlighting key updates and how they connect to the revised ELPS. By the end of the session, educators will leave with a clearer understanding of how these elements are woven together to elevate English language development.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
It’s 8 PM on a Sunday, and you’re staring at a blank lesson planner, an empty Google Classroom announcement, and a to-do list that seems to be mocking you. We’ve all been there. You've heard the buzz about "AI," but you're not just "AI-curious"—you're "AI-exhausted." What if, in one day, you could learn to use that same AI to clear that to-do list... and get your evenings back? Can’t make it to face-to-face training? Welcome to the full-day ZOOM ONLY masterclass that transforms you from an AI-curious observer to an AI-confident power user. This isn't a "sit-and-get" overview; this is a 6-hour, hands-on, "roll-up-your-sleeves" bootcamp. Forget the scary jargon and headlines. We're here for one thing: to build your personal, powerful, and private AI teaching assistant. You will need your computer and a real-world task, because you will leave with work done.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/22/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour PM session.These modules are geared toward experienced elementary, middle, and high school counselors who seek to learn more about collaborating with their counterparts across grade levels to develop a plan to implement a comprehensive K-12 career advising program that provides all students with career exploration opportunities and supports student access to career and technical education. Effective Advising for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs will help prepare counselors for their crucial roles in supporting students’ postsecondary success. Participants will identify potential barriers that limit access to CTE programs and review advising strategies and resources to ensure accessible and equitable CTE programs. Participants will review the Perkins V definitions for special populations and explore success outcomes from strong CTE programs, such as college and career readiness, employability skills, and mental health wellness. At the end of this module, participants will recognize potential barriers to accessible and equitable CTE programs and devise plans to eliminate existing barriers.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
3 hour course for unlicensed personnel covering the basics of diabetes
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour AM session.The Deep Dive learning path encourages a more in-depth look at CTE and provides opportunities for learners to use their own Local Education Agency (LEA) data to learn strategies and skills to design effective programs. These modules provide a deeper exploration of the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to optimize outcomes for students, educators, stakeholders, and CTE programs. These modules help administrators and counselors understand each other’s roles when administering effective CTE programs. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive and make informed decisions about their futures. Experienced School Counselor Module 1: Informed and Ongoing CTE Advising for Middle School and High School Counselors provides school counselors with strategies for supporting individual student planning that aligns with the Effective Advising Framework. The training includes a clear vision for planning, implementing, and evaluating an advising program that supports students’ academic and career development goals. Participants will learn how to support postsecondary success for all students by leveraging internal and external partners and providing high-quality advising materials and assessments that support students in postsecondary planning and preparation.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecan Room
Ready to code with your littlest learners—without the crying? Spend a full, hands-on day exploring how BeeBots, VEX 123, Sphero Indi, and more can introduce PreK and kindergarten students to coding through storytelling, play, and problem solving. Instead of demos, you’ll jump right into the activities yourself, creating missions, building simple projects, and trying out ready-to-use templates aligned to both the PreK Guidelines and the Kindergarten Technology Applications TEKS. You’ll see how early coding builds confidence, supports literacy and math, and helps young learners break down problems and think step by step. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to unlock big thinking in small packages. You’ll leave confident, inspired, and fully classroom-ready. And the icing on the cake? Every piece of tech you try is free to check out from Region 15, so you can take the magic straight back to your classroom.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
This hands-on session supports districts in analyzing student growth data tied to STAAR assessments and aligning it with teacher observation data from the previous school year. Participants will engage in a guided review of their district’s STAAR-based growth measures and compare them to observation ratings to determine whether the two sources of data accurately and consistently reflect teacher effectiveness. Using TEA’s Data Validation Tool from the 2025–2026 TIA Guidebook, districts will assess their readiness for submission and identify areas that may require refinement to meet validity and reliability expectations. Key Objectives: • Analyze student growth data from STAAR-tested subjects alongside observation data (e.g., T-TESS) • Identify trends, gaps, and potential misalignments in teacher performance ratings • Use the TIA Data Validation Tool to evaluate the coherence of designations • Develop next steps to strengthen data collection and system integrity Who Should Attend: Data analysts and TIA team members responsible for designation decisions and system fidelity.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
To teach school personnel basic knowledge of medication administration at school. Workshop will also cover Fentanyl awareness/opioid overdose care. This is a 3 - hour class.
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/25/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour PM session.The Deep Dive learning path encourages a more in-depth look at CTE and provides opportunities for learners to use their own Local Education Agency (LEA) data to learn strategies and skills to design effective programs. These modules provide a deeper exploration of the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to optimize outcomes for students, educators, stakeholders, and CTE programs. These modules help administrators and counselors understand each other’s roles when administering effective CTE programs. This collaborative approach fosters a supportive environment where students can thrive and make informed decisions about their futures. Experienced School Counselor Module 2: Planning for Comprehensive K-12 College and Career Readiness Advising is geared toward the important work of school counselors who are advising students from elementary to high school to prepare for an ever-changing workforce. Participants will learn how to advise and guide students with decision making and planning for postsecondary success. Attendees will also learn how to establish a robust individual student planning system that informs students of workforce trends. Participants will gain strategies to enhance their practice as career readiness advocates and to support their stakeholder collaboration to advise students in preparing for high-wage, high-skill, in-demand occupations.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Teachers participating in the Concho Valley Teacher Extership are required to attend 3 - 1/2 day sessions for grant requirements.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/29/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour AM session. The Deep Dive learning path encourages a more in-depth look at CTE and provides opportunities for learners to use their own Local Education Agency (LEA) data to learn strategies and skills to design effective programs. These modules provide a deeper exploration of the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to optimize outcomes for students, educators, stakeholders, and CTE programs. Planning for a Comprehensive K-12 College and Career Readiness Program allows participants to learn how to develop CTE programs that prepare students to be competitive in a global economy. Attendees will learn how to engage stakeholders in advising, preparing, and challenging students throughout a K-12 system to develop career-related skills that connect to workforce expectations. Through this module, participants will gain strategies and skills to strengthen their practice as career readiness advocates and discover new ways to connect with K-12 instructional leaders.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/29/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 6/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
A TEA-aligned, two-day professional learning experience for teachers and campus leaders
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
5
Date: 6/29/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Please note this is a 3 hour PM session. Administrators and counselors new to CTE are encouraged to select modules from the Fundamentals path to support their development as leaders. These modules provide important knowledge of the fundamental components of Career and Technical Education (CTE), which are essential to the implementation of high-quality CTE programs. Partnerships are a key component of successful CTE programs. In this module, participants will explore a variety of internal and external partnerships, how each one plays a role within a CTE department, and the overall importance and potential impacts of nurturing and sustaining these relationships. Additionally, participants will review their local education agency’s current CTE partnerships and develop a strategic plan to cultivate new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Concho Room
Date: 6/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
Date: 6/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos Room
Date: 6/30/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Rio Grande Room
Unraveling Dyslexia and Dysgraphia, provided by Dr. Cheryl Chase, is designed to strengthen educators’ understanding and instructional support for students with dyslexia and dysgraphia. Participants will review foundational concepts and Texas-specific guidance, including the Dyslexia Handbook and TEA’s Guidance for the Comprehensive Evaluation of Specific Learning Disabilities. Through hands-on, small-group activities and real-world case discussions, attendees will explore evidence-based instructional strategies and effective assistive technology tools. The workshop emphasizes practical application, collaboration, and problem-solving, with ample time for questions and discussion to ensure participants leave confident and prepared to support diverse learners.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 7/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Date: 7/7/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Llano Room
Date: 7/7/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Dr. Toni Linder will be training on how to appropriately use the Transdisciplinary Play-Based Assessment, Second Edition (TPBA2) which is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow process for assessing four critical developmental domains—sensorimotor, emotional and social, communication, and cognitive—through observation of the child's play with family members, peers, and professionals. Participants will get hands on practice.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
What if your “notebook” could read your curriculum, summarize complex documents, and answer questions using only the materials you care about—all without replacing your expertise? In this hands-on full-day workshop, you’ll explore NotebookLM as a powerful planning partner (the free version). We’ll dig into real-world resources—including the Bluebonnet curriculum—so you leave with a custom NotebookLM setup, classroom-ready supports, and practical ideas you can use Monday morning. Learning Outcomes Participants will learn how to: Upload and organize lesson plans, PDFs, articles, curriculum materials, and Bluebonnet texts Use NotebookLM to summarize, clarify, and compare instructional resources Create student-ready supports like study guides, discussion questions, and scaffolds Model practical, transparent AI use that aligns with classroom expectations
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
To certify as a hearing screener, certification is valid for five (5) years ***PLEASE BRING YOUR AUDIOMETER***
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/7/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
The K-8 Texas Technology Apps TEKS are here, and we want to equip you to navigate them. By completing the Academy, you will meet the Texas requirements to show competency in teaching tech apps. This is a two-day K-5 Tech Apps TEKS Academy. You will be required to attend 2 face-to-face days. Day 1 - K-5 This workshop 7/7/26 Day 2 - K-2 Academy 7/8/26 OR Day 2 - 3-5 Academy 7/9/26 Day 3 - Asynchronous Canvas course Upon completion of the two in-person sessions and the Canvas course, walk away with new tech supplies for your classroom: either the Vex123 set (K-2) or Micro:bit set (3-5) and meet the competency clause!! Please bring your own laptop/chromebook to the session.
Max Participants:
28
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
To certify as a vision screener, certification is valid for five (5) years
Max Participants:
18
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/8/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
The new Texas Technology Apps TEKS are here, and we want to equip you to navigate them. By completing the Academy, you will meet the Texas requirements to show competency in teaching tech apps. This is a three day K-5 Tech Apps TEKS Academy. You will be required to attend 2 face-to-face days and one asynchronous day through an online Canvas course. Day 1 - K-5 Academy Introduction 7/7/26 Day 2 - K-2 Academy 7/8/26 Day 3 - Asynchronous Canvas course Walk away with new tech supplies for your classroom and meet the competency clause!! Please bring your laptop/Chromebook.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Colorado Room
To re-certify as a vision and/or hearing screener, certification is valid for (5) years. Must have a certification dated 2020 and expires 2025, otherwise the basic classes must be taken.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
The K-8 Texas Technology Apps TEKS are here, and we want to equip you to navigate them. By completing the Academy, you will meet the Texas requirements to show competency in teaching tech apps. This is a three-day K-5 Tech Apps TEKS Academy. You will be required to attend 2 face-to-face days. Day 1 - K-5 Academy Intro 7.7.26 Day 2 - K-2 Academy 7.8.26 or Day 2 - 3-5 Academy 7.9.26 Day 3 - Asynchronous Canvas course Upon completion of the two in-person sessions and the Canvas course, walk away with new tech supplies for your classroom: either the Vex123 set (K-2) or Micro:bit set (3-5) and meet the competency clause!! Please bring your laptop/Chromebook. Please note: This is Day 2 of a 3 day workshop. You must attend 2 days face-to-face and one asynchronous day via a Canvas course.
Max Participants:
30
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/9/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Webinar
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)
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/10/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite/Pecan Rooms
Step into a dynamic learning experience where engagement meets intentional strategy! In this interactive session, participants will explore high-impact instructional practices that promote deeper thinking, meaningful collaboration, and authentic student engagement. Through hands-on demonstrations and opportunities to practice, teachers will discover how to connect these strategies to TCMPC resources to plan purposeful, standards-aligned lessons. Leave with ready-to-use tools, new ideas for classroom application, and a renewed focus on student-centered learning. *Please bring your laptop/chromebook with you.
Max Participants:
45
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/13/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 7/14/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 7/15/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 7/20/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 7/21/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Participants will learn the fundamentals of dyslexia intervention through a review of Texas dyslexia laws and current research, as well as best practices in dyslexia instruction. We will delve into evidence-based components of instruction and explore continuums for developing reading ability in students with dyslexia. Participants will 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 with supplemental resources necessary for small group instruction. This course requires attendance for 5 full days of training.
Max Participants:
16
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/13/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 7/14/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 7/15/2026
Start Time: 8:30 AM
End Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) is the corequisite for T-TESS. Administrators and prospective administrators must complete AEL and T-TESS in order to be a certified teacher appraiser and fulfill responsibilities associated with the position of principal/assistant principal. All participants must enter a PO # and scan it to dava.rabb@esc15.net. All participants will pay the $125 certificate fee. Out of region participants will also pay a $425 course fee for a total of $550.00. In-Region participants who are not yet principals and not ASU students will also pay the $300 course fee for a total of $425.00. Please scan all PO's to dava.rabb@esc15.net. If paying by personal check, please mail to: ESC Region 15, ATTN: Dava Rabb, PO Box 5199, San Angelo, TX 76903
Max Participants:
65
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/13/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
3 hour course for unlicensed personnel covering the basics of diabetes
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/13/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Mesquite Room
LICENSED SCHOOL NURSE OR AN UNLICENSE INDIVIDUAL THAT ASSISTS OR ACTS AS THE SCHOOL NURSE ON A REGULAR BASIS.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms
Join Law-Related Education for the day and explore Article II of the Constitution and the Presidency. The workshop will focus on the creation and function of the Executive Branch and the expansion of presidential power from the founding period through the modern era. Examine the relationship of political parties to the presidency. Participants will enjoy both scholarly instruction and hands-on lessons and strategies that allow learners to engage with the content. Target Audience: 5th grade, 8th grade and high school US History and Government teachers. • Elementary and Middle school breakout sessions will explore presidential power with a focus on domestic issues of the Early Republic and the Age of Jackson. • High school breakout sessions will explore Article II by examining the debates of the modern presidency such as court packing and war powers as well as the implications of the electoral college. Registration is free and lunch will be provided each day. Participants receive access to all materials upon completion of the course.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/14/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Nueces Room
Tired of juggling slides, handouts, links, and copies just to teach one lesson? In this session, teachers will learn how to use Canva as a one-stop lesson design hub, creating engaging, flexible materials without bouncing between programs or drowning in duplicates. Participants will explore how to design once and repurpose content into slides, handouts, assignments, websites, and interactive activities—all from a single Canva project. Along the way, you’ll learn practical strategies to reduce digital clutter, minimize decision fatigue, and create lessons that are easier to manage and more engaging for students. Walk away with classroom-ready ideas and a clearer, calmer approach to digital lesson design using Canva. Some knowledge of Canva is useful but not mandatory. This is an intermediate level workshop, but we won’t leave you behind!
Max Participants:
25
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/15/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: TBD
"Fantastic Counselors and Where to Find Them". More information coming!
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 7/15/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Pecos/Rio Grande Rooms
Join Law-Related Education as we dive into Article III and the Judicial Branch. This institute will focus on the creation of the Supreme Court and the evolution of the Judicial Branch through the examination of landmark court cases and documents. From the Marshall court and the establishment of judicial power to today’s Roberts court, teachers will use court cases such as Marbury v Madison and Hernandez v Texas to examine the evolution of this increasingly influential branch. Participants will enjoy both scholarly instruction and hands-on lessons and strategies that allow learners to engage with the content. Target Audience: 8th grade and high school US History and Government teachers. Both middle school and high school breakout sessions will explore Supreme Court cases relevant to their standards. Participants will explore simulation strategies to actively engage learners in the judicial process. Registration is free and lunch will be provided each day. Participants receive access to all materials upon completion of the course.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research related information. The objectives will be met through Internet investigations, investigation of district information and practices, threaded collaborative discussions, quizzes, and assignments. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NACG). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and needs of gifted/talented students. (Part 1 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn to assess for identification, assess for student growth, and evaluate and identify procedures that allow appropriate and equal access to program services in order to ensure success for all students. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training in nature and the needs of gifted/talented students. (Part 2 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. The purpose of this online course is not only to contribute to the GT 30-hour requirement but also to provide participants with an understanding of differentiation along with a variety of strategies that can be implemented in their classroom. Models of Differentiation will be examined through the lens of content, process, and product; readiness, interest, and learning profile; assessment, flexible grouping, and respectful tasks; and strategies. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences and research-related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T training. (Part 3 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this online course, participants will learn about the cognitive, social, and emotional characteristics of gifted students. Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). Thai workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training. (Part 4 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. The purpose of this online course is to not only contribute to the GT 30-hour requirement but to also provide participants with an understanding of Depth and Complexity with a variety of strategies that can be implemented in their classroom. Along with a newfound understanding of Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP), Depth and Complexity will be examined through the lens of the eight elements of depth: Language of the Discipline, Details, Patterns, Trends, Rules, Ethics, Unanswered Questions, and Big Ideas (Concepts). Participants will contribute to the discussion boards, share their own experiences, and research-related information. This workshop is aligned to the Texas State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) teaching standards for Gifted Education and the combined standards set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). This workshop meets Texas state requirements for G/T basic training. (Part 5 of 5)
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/16/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:59 PM
Location: Online Course
THIS COURSE REQUIRES 2-PART REGISTRATION. PLEASE CHECK CONFIRMATION EMAIL. In this course, participants will learn about the nature of gifted students, measures to identify gifted/talented students, and program options that meet their needs. Participants will also learn what is required by Texas law for gifted students and best identification and program practices to follow. Participants will contribute ideas to the discussion board, share their own experiences, and research related information. The objectives will be met through investigation of district information and practices and threaded discussions. This course meets Texas state requirements for six-hours G/T administrator and counselor training.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Conference Room #4
Date: 1/19/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This course is for helping CE's with WBSCM. This course will have a morning in person session and a virtual afternoon session.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 1/20/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: Sometimes, we just can’t find the words. This lunch and learn will explore strategies to improve your communication with students (and, really, anyone else!). Questions you can ask to motivate change. Dialogues you can use to help students problem-solve. Communication tools you can use to help de-escalate big emotions. We’ll cover those and more!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/21/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this training, we will cover the following items: (1) Guide LPACs in making decisions about the inclusion of EBs including parent denials in the Texas Assessment Program and (2) promote an increased awareness of the educational needs of our EBs. This will help you prepare for your Middle of the Year (MOY) LPAC as you make decisions about STAAR, STAAR Alternate 2, TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate along with test attributes. We will also discuss Years in US Schools.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/22/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Online Course
Understanding PVS, Inner workings and timeline of Property Value Study and Appeals
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 1/27/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: The restorative practices well is deep and wide! This lunch and learn will explore practical things you can use with students, both individually and in groups, to promote a stronger classroom community through the Five R’s: Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Live Oak Room
Date: 1/28/2026
Start Time: 1:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This session will give West Texas Food Service Cooperative members the opportunity to receive guidance and technical support for manually entering their pre-orders into ProcessorLink/K12 for SY2026–2027. It is an in person come-and-go session from 9am -3pm, allowing you to leave once you have completed your entries. WTFSC ProcessorLink Pre-Orders: Manual pre-order entry in ProcessorLink by districts. A virtual ordering lab will also be available in the afternoon from 1pm - 3pm.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/4/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will explore practical means to identify students struggling with common mental health conditions and provide guidance on helpful conversations and pathways to care.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: How does our mental health system function? What’s considered best practice when intervening in a mental health crisis? What should my policy and procedure include? How do we incorporate the most recent legislation? How can I stay calm when everyone else is absolutely losing it? We’ll cut to the chase and explore these topics in this brief lunch and learn!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/10/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Online Course
In this training, participants will hike through the following domains: Language Concepts and Language Acquisition, ESL Instruction and Assessment, and Foundation of ESL Education, Cultural Awareness, and Family and Community Involvement. This workshop will also help prepare these participants to be better prepared to work with our Emergent Bilingual students and challenge the ESL Supplemental Certification Test (154) .
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
10
Date: 2/11/2026
Start Time: 1:30 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
This interactive panel discussion is designed for school districts currently preparing their application for the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). Featuring district leaders and ESC staff from previously approved cohorts, the panel will share practical insights, common pitfalls, and implementation strategies aligned with the 2025–2026 TIA Guidebook. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of local designation system requirements, including student growth measures, teacher observation calibration, and validity and reliability expectations. Topics include: • Designing a TIA system that meets TEA’s data validation standards • Lessons from TEA’s Texas Tech data submission process • Strategies for stakeholder communication and teacher buy-in • Planning for long-term sustainability and fidelity to the designation system Who Should Attend: TIA Leads, Admin Teams, HR Staff
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/12/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Course
Join us as we discuss different type of behaviors, when they need to be addressed, and how to address them.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 2/25/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: If you’re at a loss as to how to help students struggling with loss, you are not alone. This is one of the most frequently requested trainings we receive at ESC 15! Join us as we explore strategies for helping students living through grief and trauma.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
This zoom session introduces school districts to student employment and career preparation programs available through Concho Valley Workforce Solutions and Goodwill Career Center. Participants will learn how students can enroll in SEAL (for eligible special education and 504 students), the Summer Youth Employment Program (open to qualifying students), and access monthly career prep classes that support individuals with barriers. The focus will be on collaboration and supporting student success through workforce partnerships. Use this link: https://esc15.zoom.us/j/84968193972?pwd=gP1H0mRCqgPjFO8twjiLNImHCaMFkp.1
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 2/26/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/5/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Online Course
Join us as we discuss the power of visuals and keeping our students engaged. We want to build independence, but that starts with knowing the expectations clearly.
Max Participants:
200
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/5/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/9/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/9/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: Sometimes, we just can’t find the words. This lunch and learn will explore strategies to improve your communication with students (and, really, anyone else!). Questions you can ask to motivate change. Dialogues you can use to help students problem-solve. Communication tools you can use to help de-escalate big emotions. We’ll cover those and more!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of the CEP, originating from the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. The course is structured into modules that cover the basics, financial responsibilities, application processes, and daily activities of CEP campuses. Additionally, attendees will learn about the CEP cycle, record-keeping, and the importance of offering free meals in high poverty Local Education Agencies. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to effectively implement and manage the CEP in your institution.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/11/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: The restorative practices well is deep and wide! This lunch and learn will explore practical things you can use with students, both individually and in groups, to promote a stronger classroom community through the Five R’s: Respect, Relationships, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/12/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/26/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 3/31/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will explore practical means to identify students struggling with common mental health conditions and provide guidance on helpful conversations and pathways to care.
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/1/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Bluebonnet Room
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Presenter Laptop #2
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Join us for our Spring Foster Care Consortium, brought to you by ESC 15, ASU's Fostering Rams Program, and the Department of Family and Protective Services. Various topics will be presented. This session will be hybrid, for both virtual and in-person attendees.
Max Participants:
175
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/2/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/9/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: If you were seeing a good therapist, they’d have a goal in mind for you: to teach you to be your own therapist! This lunch and learn gives you a leg-up toward that goal. Together, we’ll explore some quick strategies to help clarify your thinking, boost your mood, and strengthen your relationships – including your relationship with YOURSELF. Bubble baths, herbal tea, and deep breathing can only get you so far – let this session kick-off a deeper, broader commitment to change for yourself!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/14/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/16/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/23/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Online Course
This book study invites participants into a thoughtful exploration of mental health, self-awareness, and the human experience through Lori Gottlieb’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. Blending memoir, case studies, and humor, Gottlieb—an experienced psychotherapist—offers an honest look at the lives of her clients while also examining her own journey as a therapist seeking therapy. This study is ideal for educators, counselors, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of emotional well-being, human behavior, and the importance of seeking support. Participants will leave with increased insight, practical takeaways, and a renewed appreciation for the shared struggles that connect us all. We will read the book in these sections, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm each time.
Max Participants:
40
Min Participants:
1
Date: 4/29/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 4/29/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: This lunch and learn will focus on general anxiety, zooming-in on two of the more common presentations we see in schools: social anxiety and perfectionism. Participants will leave with strategies they can use to help even the most anxious students at school!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/5/2026
Start Time: 11:45 AM
End Time: 1:15 PM
Location: Conference Room #3
Date: 5/5/2026
Start Time: 12:00 PM
End Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Description: How does our mental health system function? What’s considered best practice when intervening in a mental health crisis? What should my policy and procedure include? How do we incorporate the most recent legislation? How can I stay calm when everyone else is absolutely losing it? We’ll cut to the chase and explore these topics in this brief lunch and learn!
Max Participants:
150
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/6/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Online Course
These monthly interactive online sessions are for all elementary administrators to collaborate and ask any questions, as well as receive reminders about all things elementary. Topics will include, but are not limited to: Behavior, Discipline, Pre-K, best practices of pedagogy and implementing curriculum, T-TESS, TIA, Title I, and MTSS. We will have other experts from the Region Center available for some program-specific questions you may have.
Max Participants:
50
Min Participants:
1
Date: 5/12/2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Online Course
Are you a secondary principal, assistant principal, or dean of students? If so, these monthly sessions are for you! Every session will include checklists and reminders for “all the things,” various ESC 15 experts specific to secondary topics and issues (discipline, graduation, CTE, etc.), and time to interact with peers and ask questions. The zoom link will be emailed to you after you register, and these sessions will not be recorded.
Max Participants:
100
Min Participants:
1
Date: 6/12/2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 12:15 PM
Location: Online Course
Presenter(s): Layne Pethick, Ed.D This interactive session will look at the latest brain research in autism to help SLPs recommend interventions and supports for better outcomes. Topics for the discussion will include (but are not limited to): trauma, language, behavior, learning, brain development, screen time, play, exercise, and new ideas for interventions. 3.0 TSHA CEUs
Max Participants:
75
Min Participants:
1
