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Friday January 09, 2026
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401430
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Grab & Go Breakfast
8:00 AM - 8:29 AM
ESCafe
Grab & Go Breakfast
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General Assembly
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256/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401433
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General Assembly
8:30 AM - 11:59 AM
Hidalgo/Cameron/Starr/Brooks/Willacy Room
Region One ESC Staff General Assembly
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General Assembly
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248/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401436
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Grab & Go Lunch
12:00 PM - 12:59 PM
ESCafe
Grab & Go Lunch
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General Assembly
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220/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401448
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Click Wisely: A Modern Guide to Digital Citizenship
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Falcon Dam/La Lomita Room
Join us for a quick, engaging session on what it means to be a responsible and empowered digital citizen. We’ll explore practical tips for staying safe online, protecting your digital identity, understanding your digital footprint, and modeling positive online behavior. Whether at work or at home, learn how to make smart, ethical, and informed choices in today’s connected world.
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La Lomita & Falcon Dam
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23/126
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401454
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Relax, Reset, Recharge: The STEM Wellness Challenge
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
Take a wellness break that engages both your mind and your creativity through a hands-on STEM experience. We’ll begin with a brief overview of the new Science and Technology Applications TEKS, then move into a collaborative STEM challenge that blends engineering design, problem-solving, and scientific thinking. This activity offers staff an opportunity to reset, recharge, and reconnect while exploring the principles of STEM in a fun, low-pressure environment. Enjoy a moment of rejuvenation as you build, create, and innovate alongside colleagues.
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Fort Ringgold & Fort Mac
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84/192
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401456
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Closing the Loop: Creating a Service Oriented Team
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Hidalgo County Room
Learn the benefits of "Closing the Loop" to increase customer relations and employee experiences. Strong customer relationships and positive customer emotions translate into healthier revenues and continuous improvement.
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Hidalgo County
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35/200
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401411
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OmniTrack: Introduction for New Employees
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Laguna Madre Room
Join us for a brief information session designed to help new employees get comfortable with our workshop system (OmniTrack). We’ll walk through how to complete your profile, find any ‘incomplete’ workshops, and understand the basics of creating new workshops.
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Laguna Madre
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8/56
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401480
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Smartsheet: Practical Workflows That Save Time
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Rio Grande Room
Join us for a practical demonstration of Smartsheet workflows that are helping Region One teams work more efficiently and stay well aligned. We will explore how automated alerts, approval paths, tracking systems, and dashboards come together to create clear, streamlined processes. Participants will see how these tools meaningfully reduce manual effort, improve accountability, and enable more efficient, data-driven work.
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Rio Grande
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64/56
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401452
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What You Have, What It Does: Your Hidden Tools
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Sal Del Rey Room
A crash course revealing the digital resources your districts already have—and maximizing their potential. Perfect for leaders who train others, this session cuts through the noise and shows exactly how to use each tool to boost teaching, learning, and campus coaching.
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Sal Del Rey
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56/63
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401459
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Break
1:46 PM - 1:59 PM
ESCafe
Break
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General Assembly
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154/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401470
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Redefining yourself with AI
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Falcon Dam/La Lomita Room
AI-powered tools can analyze your strengths, habits, and goals to help design tailored learning and development journeys. This allows individuals to grow at their own pace with guidance that adapts as their needs evolve.
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La Lomita & Falcon Dam
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74/126
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401435
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Google Sheets & Excel - Medium Level Formulas and Functions
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
This Session is intendent to expose participants to medium level formulas found in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel. Participants are encourage to bring their Laptop or Chrome Book if they want to do the hands-on activities.
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Fort Ringgold & Fort Mac
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58/192
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401529
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From Strategy to Systems: Using Digital Tools to work Smarter, not harder
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Hidalgo County Room
This session helps Region 1 staff move beyond tool overload and toward intentional, efficient digital workflows. Participants will learn how common Microsoft tools already in use, such as SharePoint, Forms, Power BI, and Smartsheet, can be aligned into simple systems that reduce duplicate work, improve communication, and support instruction and operational goals. Focus is not on learning new software, but on using existing tools more strategically to save time and increase clarity.
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Hidalgo County
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44/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401463
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Grab & Go Google Toolkit ~ Hidden Gems & Pro Tips for 2026
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Laguna Madre Room
Explore time-saving Google tips and hidden features that make your 2026 workday smoother and more efficient. Walk away with simple, powerful tools you can use immediately to stay organized.
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Laguna Madre
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56/56
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401442
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Blended Learning Enhanced: Classroom Instruction Meets Digital Innovation
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Rio Grande Room
Join us for a highly practical and interactive session designed to help K–12 educators elevate their instruction through purposeful technology integration. Participants will explore blended learning models, experiment with user-friendly digital tools, and learn routines that support student autonomy and engagement. This workshop is ideal for teachers seeking strategies that are easy to implement immediately in the classroom.
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Rio Grande
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10/56
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401461
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Tech-Powered Engagement: Energizing Your Workshops With Interactive Tools
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Sal Del Rey Room
Discover simple, effective technology strategies that elevate participation and transform your trainings into dynamic learning experiences.
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Sal Del Rey
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55/63
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401485
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Break
2:46 PM - 2:59 PM
ESCafe
Region One ESC Staff General Assembly
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General Assembly
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147/550
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401490
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Enroll in College! Or Return to College! FAFSA & Apply Texas Technical Support -PA's or Hourly Only
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Falcon Dam/La Lomita Room
This session will offer direct, hands-on technical support to help employees successfully complete FAFSA or ApplyTexas applications. Whether you are returning to college or applying for the first time, we will guide you through every step to make the process simple, stress-free, and achievable. Chromebooks will be available for on-site use, allowing attendees to complete their applications during the session. We encourage all employees interested in pursuing higher education to join us. This is a great opportunity to get personalized assistance, ask questions, and leave with your application completed or well underway. Let us help you take the next step in your educational journey!
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La Lomita & Falcon Dam
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7/126
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401479
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Building the Brand: Identity, Voice & Audience
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Fort Ringgold/Fort McIntosh Room
Learn how to define who you are as a department, what you stand for, and how people experience your service —every interaction, every time.
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Fort Ringgold & Fort Mac
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35/192
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401469
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Boost Your Productivity with AI
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Hidalgo County Room
Discover how AI can make your workday smoother, faster, and more efficient! In this fun, hands-on session, internal staff will explore practical ways to use AI tools for everyday productivity—streamlining tasks, enhancing communication, organizing information, and sparking creativity. No technical expertise required! Come learn simple strategies you can start using immediately to save time and elevate your workflow.
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Hidalgo County
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198/200
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401487
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PA Tech Toolkit: Google + Microsoft—Working Smarter Across Both Platforms
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Laguna Madre Room
Designed for Program Assistants, this beginner-friendly session demonstrates Google Workspace and Office 365 side by side. Learn how to navigate Chrome, Drive, and Docs alongside Microsoft tools, with real examples of the tasks PAs complete every day. We’ll model when and how to use each platform—and share simple integration scenarios that streamline file management, communication, and collaboration across Region One.
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Laguna Madre
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33/56
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Friday January 09, 2026
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401449
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Your Professional Growth Starts Here: Career Training, GED, and ESL Education for Adults
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Rio Grande Room
Discover how our Region One ESC Adult Education and Literacy Program can support your professional growth. Learn about the career training opportunities, GED preparation, and ESL classes we have available for adults seeking to advance their skills, expand their career options, and achieve their educational goals.
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Rio Grande
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8/56
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