K–5 Civics Training Program
Get Classroom-Ready for K-5 Civics Learning
Beginning in summer 2026, Texas Senate Bill 3 requires each campus to send at least one teacher and one principal to complete TEA-approved civics training.
Region 4 is offering K–5 Civics Training sessions to help districts meet this requirement. Sessions are designed to strengthen civics knowledge, support classroom discussion, and build strategies for integrating civic learning across subjects. Browse upcoming sessions below and check back for updates as additional guidance and information become available.
TEA-Approved
Two-Day Training
In Person
12 CPE Hours
Note: Region 4 coordinates training opportunities in alignment with state requirements. Official guidance, content, and requirements are provided by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). For the most up-to-date information, visit the TEA Civics Training Program page.
Program Overview
Participants
At least one teacher and one principal or campus instructional leader from each elementary campus
Format
Two-day, in-person training
Schedule
8:00 a.m–4:00 p.m. each day
Credit
12 CPE hours and a certificate upon successful completion
Cost
No registration fee for eligible teachers and administrators
Teacher Stipend
Eligible classroom teachers may receive a $600 stipend when TEA requirements are met
Registration Priority
Registration priority is first reserved for the required campus-level participants: one teacher and one principal or
campus instructional leader from each K–5 campus.
Once an LEA has met its campus-level requirements, remaining
seats may be made available to additional staff from the same
campus or school system.
Civics Knowledge
Strengthen understanding of Texas civics standards, government, founding documents, and civic responsibility.
Instructional Approaches
Explore classroom discussions, simulations, current events, and cross-curricular activities that support civics learning.
Media Literacy
Use critical-thinking skills to evaluate information sources, identify misinformation, and support responsible civic engagement.
Summer 2026 Sessions
More locations will be added to the schedule. Details to come.
Training Time: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM | Credits: 12 CPE Hours | Location details are available on the registration website.
| Date | Host Site | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 27–28, 2026 | Humble ISD | Instructional Support Center | Register Now |
| July 27–28, 2026 | Spring ISD | Dekaney High School | Register Now |
| July 29–30, 2026 | Spring ISD | Dekaney High School | Register Now |
| July 30–31, 2026 | Deer Park ISD | Deer Park HS – South Campus | Register Now |
| August 24-25, 2026 | Region 4 ESC | McKinney Conference Center | Register Now |