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Evidence-Based Writing to Support STAAR in 3rd–8th Grade
Learn how to build student confidence and success on STAAR writing tasks through an evidence-based writing framework for short and extended responses.
Characteristics, Structure, and Craft of Argumentative Text
Explore the features of argumentative texts and gain strategies to help students analyze and write in this genre across grade levels.
Making Sense of the Six Syllable Types
Understand the six syllable types to improve students’ decoding, fluency, and spelling of multisyllabic words.
How Do I Fit It All In? Organizing and Planning Literacy Instruction
Discover how to plan and organize your literacy block effectively using a weekly lesson plan aligned with standards and instructional goals.
Lesson Planning Using the Gradual Release of Responsibility
Identify six key steps for lesson planning that align to rigorous standards and follow the gradual release of responsibility.
Developing Critical Reading Skills to Support STAAR Success in 3rd through 5th Grade
Gain strategies to deepen comprehension through the four cognitive pathways that prepare students for success with new STAAR items.
TEA Behavior Threat Assessment Sentinel Training
TEA Behavior Threat Assessment Sentinel Training
Learn how to confidently conduct Behavioral Threat Assessments using the Sentinel system in this free, hands-on, in-person training designed for school safety personnel.
13 events,
T-TESS: Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System
Complete this required 3-day training to become a certified appraiser and support teacher growth through the Texas teacher evaluation system.
Food Safety in Schools
Food Safety in Schools
This comprehensive food safety training course provides guidance for school nutrition professionals to assure the preparation and service of
safe food and how to manage a safe and sanitary school nutrition operation.
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Volume 5, From Morphological Form to Fun: It’s All Greek to Me!
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Volume 5, From Morphological Form to Fun: It’s All Greek to Me!
Explore engaging strategies for implementing Volume 5 to help students develop fluency, vocabulary, and word study skills through meaningful, morphology-based instruction.
17 events,
Aligned! 2025: From Child Find to IEP Implementation
Join us Wednesday, July 30 and Thursday, July 31 for this statewide virtual conference focused on child find; evaluation; and admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) support topics. The Aligned! 2025: From Child Find to IEP Implementation conference provides expertise, best practices, and networking supports to help public school districts and charter schools elevate their impact.… Continue reading Aligned! 2025: From Child Find to IEP Implementation
Understanding the Updated STAAR® Assessed Curriculum for Elementary Science
Understanding the Updated STAAR® Assessed Curriculum for Elementary Science
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
This five-day training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to deliver effective dyslexia intervention using Reading by Design, including foundational laws, instructional best practices, and a complete set of… Continue reading Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
14 events,
Child Nutrition Summer Workshop (Day 2)
Child Nutrition Summer Workshop (Day 2)
Join fellow child nutrition professionals at this annual event to attend training sessions related to managing compliant school nutrition programs. Receive updates and guidance on operating the National School Lunch, School Breakfast and After School Care Programs to comply with federal and state guidelines.
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Successful Implementation in the Secondary Classroom
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Successful Implementation in the Secondary Classroom
Learn how to adapt Reading by Design® for secondary students by exploring age-appropriate strategies and adjustments that support effective implementation.
7 events,
Back on Track Series Part 2: Unlock Advanced Word Power
Back on Track Series Part 2: Unlock Advanced Word Power
Mastering Syllables and Morphology in Upper Grades
6 events,
6 events,
13 events,
T-TESS: Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System
Complete this required 3-day training to become a certified appraiser and support teacher growth through the Texas teacher evaluation system.
Standards-Based IEP Process Training
The focus of this session is developing present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) development based on student data, drafting annual goals (academic and/or functional) and objectives, if appropriate, and collecting data for reporting progress.
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
This five-day training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to deliver effective dyslexia intervention using Reading by Design, including foundational laws, instructional best practices, and a complete set of… Continue reading Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
This five-day training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to deliver effective dyslexia intervention using Reading by Design, including foundational laws, instructional best practices, and a complete set of… Continue reading Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Instructional Coaching Bite-Sized Learning: Launching Your Coaching Success: Pre-observation, Observation, and Collaboration
Instructional Coaching Bite-Sized Learning: Launching Your Coaching Success: Pre-observation, Observation, and Collaboration
Build stronger coaching relationships through effective pre-observation meetings and evidence-based classroom visits.
10 events,
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification for Non-Medical Staff
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification for Non-Medical Staff
This certification course equips non-medical school staff with the skills to perform CPR, use an AED, and provide basic first aid in emergency situations.
8 events,
Instructional Coaching Bite-Sized Learning: Strategic Goal Setting for Instructional Impact
Instructional Coaching Bite-Sized Learning: Strategic Goal Setting for Instructional Impact
Gain practical strategies for planning and sustaining multi-week coaching cycles that drive meaningful teacher growth.
6 events,
6 events,
6 events,
6 events,
8 events,
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Volume 5, From Morphological Form to Fun: It’s All Greek to Me!
RbD Delving Deeper Series: Volume 5, From Morphological Form to Fun: It’s All Greek to Me!
Explore engaging strategies for implementing Volume 5 to help students develop fluency, vocabulary, and word study skills through meaningful, morphology-based instruction.
Teacher Certification Info Webinar
Teacher Certification Info Webinar
Join us for a FREE Region 4 Inspire Texas information webinar to explore how you can become a certified teacher in Texas. You'll get all the details on program requirements,… Continue reading Teacher Certification Info Webinar
7 events,
9 events,
From Chatter to Accountable Talk: Enhancing Academic Discourse in the Science Classroom
From Chatter to Accountable Talk: Enhancing Academic Discourse in the Science Classroom
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
Administrative Review (AR) and Procurement Review (PR) Process
Administrative Review (AR) and Procurement Review (PR) Process
This course is designed to assist personnel responsible for managing the operational, financial, and procurement functions of child nutrition programs with procedural knowledge and resources to prepare for an Administrative, Financial, and Procurement Review.
Supporting Short Constructed Responses in Science
Supporting Short Constructed Responses in Science
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
6 events,
6 events,
6 events,
6 events,
9 events,
Region 4 Teacher Job Fair
Region 4 Teacher Job Fair
Join us at the Region 4 Teacher Job Fair on Tuesday, August 19 at the McKinney Conference Center.
Supporting Students with Dyscalculia
Supporting Students with Dyscalculia
Discover the impact of dyscalculia on student learning and explore practical strategies to support success.
7 events,
14 events,
Understanding the Updated STAAR®-Assessed Curriculum for Elementary Science
Understanding the Updated STAAR®-Assessed Curriculum for Elementary Science
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification for Non-Medical Staff
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification for Non-Medical Staff
This certification course equips non-medical school staff with the skills to perform CPR, use an AED, and provide basic first aid in emergency situations.
8 events,
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
This five-day training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to deliver effective dyslexia intervention using Reading by Design, including foundational laws, instructional best practices, and a complete set of… Continue reading Dyslexia Intervention Fundamentals with Reading by Design
6 events,
6 events,
6 events,
10 events,
T-TESS: Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System
Complete this required 3-day training to become a certified appraiser and support teacher growth through the Texas teacher evaluation system.
From Chatter to Accountable Talk: Enhancing Academic Discourse in the Science Classroom
From Chatter to Accountable Talk: Enhancing Academic Discourse in the Science Classroom
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
Supporting Short Constructed Responses in Science
Supporting Short Constructed Responses in Science
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
10 events,
Implementing the IEP in the General Education Classroom
Implementing the IEP in the General Education Classroom
Explore the roles and responsibilities of the general and special education teacher in the classroom. Engage in ways that these two roles collaboratively plan and implement the IEP for students receiving special education services as well as learn strategies that support struggling learners in the general education classroom.
School Board—Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes Through Effective Governance
School Board—Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes Through Effective Governance
Gain practical guidance on setting and monitoring student outcome goals, understanding accountability systems, and fulfilling required trustee training.
School Board—Orientation to the Texas Education Code
School Board—Orientation to the Texas Education Code
This required training provides newly elected or appointed school board members with an overview of the Texas Education Code.
10 events,
T-PESS: Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System
T-PESS: Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System
Complete this required 1-day training to effectively evaluate and support principals using the TEA-approved T-PESS model.
TEA Legislative Updates for School Counselors
TEA Legislative Updates for School Counselors
This presentation will deliver essential updates from the 89th Texas Legislature relevant to K–12 education, with a focus on legislation impacting school counselors.
Understanding the Updated STAAR®-Assessed Curriculum for Middle School Science
Understanding the Updated STAAR®-Assessed Curriculum for Middle School Science
Presented as part of the Summer Science Power Hours virtual series
6 events,
6 events,
7 events,
School Board—Orientation to the Texas Education Code (Self-Paced)
This required self-paced online course provides newly elected or appointed school board members with an overview of the Texas Education Code and 180 days to complete the training.