Planning for the Year? We've Got Your Back!
Region 4 Conferences bring educators together for powerful days of learning, connection, and inspiration.
Each event is designed to strengthen teaching and leadership, spark fresh ideas, and provide solutions that directly impact student success. Grounded in our commitment to improve student achievement, build educator capacity, and support schools and communities, our seasonal conference lineup connects you with leading voices, hands-on strategies, and a network of peers from across Texas.
Fall Events (September–November)
Accountability Impact Summit
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The Region 4 Accountability Impact Summit will help you create the vision for the new school year with a focus on insights and strategies to understand the latest TEA ratings and leverage them to improve student outcomes. Prepare your district leaders for a strong start.
Campus Testing Coordinator Conference
Thursday, October 21
This conference features breakout sessions on topics related to the state-wide assessment program, open to all testing professionals.
Science Conference
Tuesday, October 28
Join fellow educators for a one-day conference focused on designing 3D learning experiences that drive real understanding and student success. Explore instructional blueprints that empower students to investigate phenomena, solve problems through engineering design, and think critically using scientific practices and concepts.
School Safety Expo
Thursday, October 30
The School Safety Expo is a free, in-person event open to anyone passionate about creating safer schools, including educators, law enforcement, emergency responders, families, and community members. If you care about school safety, you belong here.
Speech-Language Pathology Conference
Friday, November 7
This one-day, in-person conference equips school-based SLPs and assistants with practical, high-impact strategies to break down communication barriers and help students with disabilities thrive in and beyond the classroom.
Leadership Symposium
Date TBA
State and national voices on today’s most pressing education issues will inspire leaders to expand their capacity, strengthen their impact, and drive meaningful gains in student success.
Winter Events (December–February)
Social Studies Conference
Wednesday, December 3
Join fellow educators, leaders, and specialists at the Region 4 Social Studies Conference, a dynamic one-day learning experience designed to inspire and equip social studies professionals at every grade level.
Dyslexia Conference
Thursday, December 4
Celebrate the brilliance of every learner. Discover how the science and strength of dyslexia inspire evidence-based practices, innovative tools, and lasting literacy success.
Bilingual/ESL Conference
Thursday, December 11
Join fellow educators, leaders, and specialists for a one-day conference focused on proven strategies, supports, and practices that ensure emergent bilingual students succeed across all grade levels and content areas.
Mathematics Conference
Saturday, January 24
This one-day event brings together teachers, administrators, and instructional coaches to explore effective strategies, tools, and practices that elevate mathematics teaching and support student success.
School Counselor's Symposium
Thursday, February 5
This one-day event brings together counselors from elementary through high school to engage in professional learning, explore best practices and TEA updates, and connect with colleagues while addressing key topics in student wellness, readiness, and support.
Operations and Transportation Safety Expo
Friday, February 13
This interactive one-day event connects district leaders, transportation directors, facility managers, and safety professionals to explore best practices, safety demonstrations, and expert strategies that improve efficiency, strengthen preparedness, and enhance student and campus safety.
Data Conference
Date TBA
Education leaders, coaches, and data enthusiasts will gather to explore practical strategies, communication practices, and analysis techniques that turn data into stronger teaching, engagement, and student achievement.
Effective Leadership and Beyond Conference
Date TBA
Reach your highest potential as a district or campus leader by taking a deep dive into strong school leadership, strategic staffing, continuous improvement, and ESF-aligned practices.
Spring Events (March–May)
Child Nutrition Expo
Thursday, March 5
School nutrition professionals gather for a one-day expo to connect with vendors, explore new products, and gain the latest updates on state regulations and best practices.
Digital Learning Conference
Friday, April 17
Discover the latest tools, strategies, and innovations in digital learning while connecting with educators who are transforming classrooms through technology.
Transportation Special Needs Summit
Saturday, April 18
This one-day summit brings together transportation directors, supervisors, trainers, and staff to explore expert strategies, practical tools, and collaborative solutions that strengthen safety, compliance, and student-centered transportation for students with disabilities.
Accountability Fusion Summit
Thursday, April 30
This event brings together TEA experts and education leaders to provide clarity on the A–F Accountability System, connect data to action, and share updates that help schools align strategies, strengthen student support, and drive meaningful progress.
MTSS Conference
Monday, May 4
This conference equips educators with evidence-based strategies and systems to strengthen MTSS implementation at every level—supporting academics, behavior, and mental health across Tiers 1, 2, and 3.
STEM Conference
Wednesday, May 6
This one-day conference brings STEM educators together to explore real-world connections, hands-on innovation, and creative strategies that inspire critical thinking and problem-solving for all students.
Summer Events (June-August)
Instructional Coaching Conference
Date TBA
Elevate your coaching impact at Region 4’s virtual Instructional Coaching Conference, packed with practical strategies to strengthen teachers, classrooms, and student success.
Access to the General Curriculum Conference
Date TBA
Gain evidence-based practices, expert insights, and ready-to-use strategies that open access to rigorous instruction, boost student engagement, and strengthen support for learners with disabilities in the general education classroom at this two-day event.
Deaf Education Administration Leadership (DEAL) Conference
Date TBA
Discover practical tools and leadership strategies to strengthen instruction, build inclusive learning environments, and support the success of students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
SPED Instructional Conference
Date TBA
Explore evidence-based practices, classroom strategies, and leadership tools that empower educators to improve instruction, increase access, and support meaningful outcomes for students receiving special education services.
Leadership Fusion
Date TBA
Gain research-based strategies and practical tools to create positive learning environments, strengthen behavior supports, and equip educators to meet the diverse social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Assistant Principal Conference
Date TBAÂ
Join fellow education leaders for a high-energy day focused on building leadership capacity, fostering safe and effective schools, and walking away with practical strategies to accelerate campus success.
Aligned Conference
Date TBA
Connect with statewide experts in child find, evaluation, and ARD support at this virtual conference—two days of best practices, TEA updates, and practical tools to strengthen IEP development and ensure success for students with disabilities.
Early Childhood Collaboration Conference
Date TBA
Engage with early childhood experts, explore research-based practices, and gain classroom-ready strategies to support young learners in building strong foundations for success.
Best Practices Summit for Social Studies
Date TBA
Engage with early childhood experts, explore research-based practices, and gain classroom-ready strategies to support young learners in building strong foundations for success.
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