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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.
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, admissions, fees, and hear directly from those who've completed the program. Bring your questions, and let's talk about your future!
12 events,
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8 events,
8 events,
10 events,
Project-Based Learning 101
This immersive, 3-day experience equips educators with the tools to design and implement Gold Standard PBL projects. Engage in hands-on learning, collaborate on a project that crosses over core subjects, and walk away with a ready-to-use project that inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and student engagement.
FREE Teacher Certification Info Webinar 7/8/25
FREE Teacher Certification Info Webinar 7/8/25
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, admissions, fees, and hear directly from those who've completed the program. Bring your questions, and let's talk about your future!
9 events,
16 events,
Region 4 at CAMT 2025
We’re headed to CAMT 2025—and we’re bringing the energy, expertise, and support you expect from Region 4! Join the Region 4 Mathematics team July 10–12, 2025, in San Antonio as we present and exhibit at Texas’s largest math education conference, designed to equip educators with tools that make math meaningful, equitable, and engaging for all students. Stop by Our… Continue reading Region 4 at CAMT 2025
Visual Phonics: See the Sound
Deepen your summer learning with Visual Phonics: See the Sound, presented by Vicki Alford, Visual Phonics ICLI Board Member and ​Resource Specialist. Through sound, gesture, and symbol connections, Visual Phonics training helps students overcome challenges in reading, writing, and auditory processing, giving them the foundational skills to thrive in the classroom and in everyday life!
Drug Impairment Training for Educational Professionals (DITEP)
This free two-day training equips secondary school staff with the skills to recognize and respond to signs of drug or alcohol impairment in students, helping prevent impaired driving and support early intervention.
13 events,
9 events,
8 events,
12 events,
Launch_K–5 Computer Science Training
Free for K–5 educators! Get your promo code FIRST at bit.ly/R4LaunchK5.
Assistant Principal Conference
Assistant Principal Conference
Gear up for a high-impact day built for assistant principals and education leaders to strengthen leadership and drive campus success.
Assistant Principal Conference
Assistant Principal Conference
Gear up for a high-impact day built for assistant principals and education leaders to strengthen leadership and drive campus success.
15 events,
Advancing Educational Leadership
Strengthen your leadership skills and meet state appraisal requirements with training that builds a positive school culture, supports teacher growth, and drives student success.
Texas Dyslexia Academy 4: From Child Find through the ARD Committee Process
Texas Dyslexia Academy 4: From Child Find through the ARD Committee Process
This session provides an overview of the special education process for students with dyslexia, covering IDEA, Child Find, evaluations, ARD committees, and IEP development.
Adapting Reading by Design® (Specially Designed Instruction)
Adapting Reading by Design® (Specially Designed Instruction)
This session guides dyslexia interventionists in adapting Reading by Design® to meet the individualized needs of students served through special education under IDEA.
15 events,
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.
16 events,
Fentanyl Awareness and Emergency Preparedness
Fentanyl Awareness and Emergency Preparedness
This virtual training provides school staff with the knowledge and skills to identify opioid overdoses, administer Narcan, and respond effectively to fentanyl-related emergencies in compliance with state requirements.
Curriculum-Based Measurements (CBMs) for Dyslexia
Curriculum-Based Measurements (CBMs) for Dyslexia
This session equips participants with the knowledge and skills to select, administer, and interpret curriculum-based measurements (CBMs) for reading to support dyslexia identification and data-driven instructional decisions.
10 events,
Texas Dyslexia Academy 3: Considerations for Emergent Bilingual Students
Texas Dyslexia Academy 3: Considerations for Emergent Bilingual Students
Explore how to evaluate and support bilingual students with dyslexia by understanding second language acquisition, the advantage of bilingualism, and effective instructional approaches.
Students with Medical Needs: What Are You Afraid Of?
Students with Medical Needs: What Are You Afraid Of?
This virtual session prepares school staff to confidently support students with medical needs by addressing common concerns and providing clear, practical strategies for managing health emergencies.
8 events,
8 events,
9 events,
Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
This course equips school nurses with essential skills to assess, recognize, and stabilize pediatric emergencies, enhancing their ability to respond effectively before advanced care arrives.
13 events,
Signing in Exact English (SEE) Skill Shop
No matter your proficiency level, our expert instructors will guide you through intensive, level-matched small groups for maximum impact. Join us at the Region 4 Signing Exact English Skill Shop and take part in an immersive learning experience where you'll gain essential and advanced signing skills to better reach and teach students who are deaf or hard… Continue reading Signing in Exact English (SEE) Skill Shop
Using High-Leverage Practices to Increase Academic Engagement
Using High-Leverage Practices to Increase Academic Engagement
This session is part of the Supporting All Learners to Increase Academic Engagement Series.
9 events,
16 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.
11 events,
Back on Track Series Part 1: From Assessment to Action
Back on Track Series Part 1: From Assessment to Action
Crafting Targeted Reading Instruction That Works
8 events,
8 events,
9 events,
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,
Project-Based Learning 101
Region 4 at CAMT 2025
Visual Phonics: See the Sound