Accountability, Research, and Compliance Support

The Region 4 Accountability, Research, and Compliance Support (ARCS) team is dedicated to prioritizing student outcomes by providing comprehensive resources and support to school districts, campuses, and charter schools across the region, in alignment with TEA’s strategic initiatives. We offer expert guidance and professional learning opportunities focused on enhancing student success in a wide array of areas. Our team works collaboratively to empower districts to meet state and federal requirements while driving continuous improvement and student achievement. We support Accountability, Assessment, Career and Technical Education, College, Career, and Military Readiness, Gifted and Talented/Advanced Academics, Special Populations with High Mobility (including Homeless, Migrant, Foster Care, and Military-Connected Students), At Risk and State Compensatory Education, Counseling, Section 504, and State and Federal Programs.

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Career and Technical Education

Counseling and Guidance Support

Migrant Education

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Events found: 9

Thursday, February 5

School Counselors’ Symposium

Session ID : 1894516

Step into your superpower at the School Counselors’ Symposium! Spend the day with fellow counselors from across Texas, having honest conversations about the challenges and wins that shape your work....

$275

Tuesday, February 10

Section 504 Legal Update

Session ID : 1922941

Stay current with the latest legal updates and guidance to keep your Section 504 practices aligned with federal standards.

$170

Tuesday, February 10

Understanding Graduation Rates: Methodology, Cohorts, and Accountability Impact

Session ID : 1899999

Explore graduation rate methodology, cohorts, exclusions, and accountability impacts for PEIMS and accountability staff.

$85

Thursday, February 26

Region 4 DataCon

Session ID : 1796684

Igniting Data Insights Join district and campus leaders for a high-impact, one-day conference designed to accelerate improvement through powerful and actionable data-driven practices. This event brings together administrators, educators, and...

$150

Wednesday, April 22-Thursday, April 23

Accountability Fusion Conference

Session ID : 1912558

Plan with clarity and confidence. This two-day virtual learning experience is designed to support district and campus leaders as they enter summer planning for the 2026–2027 school year. Join Region...

$125

Tuesday, June 16

Special Education in Focus: Navigating A–F and RDA Accountability Systems

Session ID : 1911484

Learn how A–F and RDA affect special education results. Analyze reports to pinpoint drivers and build actions that strengthen campus performance.

$125

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LaShonda Evans

Regional Coordinator - Counseling/TEHCY

713-744-6380

lashonda.evans@esc4.net

Robin Ross

Regional Coordinator

713-744-6358

robin.ross@esc4.net

Accountability

The Accountability Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting the accountability system. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Robert Reeves, robert.reeves@esc4.net.

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Advanced Academics

The Advanced Academics Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting advanced academics. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Pri Desai, pri.desai@esc4.net.

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Career and Technical Education

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting the CTE program. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Pri Desai, pri.desai@esc4.net.

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College, Career, and Military Readiness

The College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting CCMR. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Pri Desai, pri.desai@esc4.net.

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District Testing Coordinator (DTC)

The District Testing Coordinator (DTC) Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current state and local updates on all areas related to statewide assessments. The network’s goal is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, provide feedback on services offered by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Rachel Haller, rachel.haller@esc4.net.

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Gifted and Talented Identification

and Support” The Gifted and Talented Identification (GT) Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting the GT program. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Pri Desai, pri.desai@esc4.net.

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Migrant Project/MigArant Non-Project Leadership Network

The Migrant Education Program (MEP) Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting MEP. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Monica Aguirre, monica.aguirre@esc4.net.

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McKinney-Vento/Foster Care Leadership Network

The McKinney-Vento/Foster Care Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting the McKinney -Vento/Foster Care programs. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Twiana Collier, twiana.collier@esc4.net.

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Section 504 Leadership Network

The Section 504 Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting the Section 504 program. The goal of the network is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Dinorah Cortinas Galvan, dinorah.cortinasgalvan@esc4.net.

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School Counselors Leadership

The Directors of Guidance Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all areas supporting counseling and guidance topics. The goal of the committee is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact LaShonda Evans, lashonda.evans@esc4.net.

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Title I School Support/Parental Involvement

The District Title I/Parental Engagement Leadership Network is a committee of superintendent-appointed individuals. Members receive current national, state, and local information on all supported areas. The goal of the committee is to identify trends and issues affecting districts, to give feedback on services provided by Region 4 ESC, and to network with other professionals. For more information or registration information, please contact Danette Thornton, danette.thornton@esc4.net.

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Meet Your District Advancement Champions

Accountability

Advanced Academics

Career and Technical Education

College, Career, and Military Readiness

District Testing Coordinator (DTC)

Gifted and Talented Identification

Migrant Project/MigArant Non-Project Leadership Network

McKinney-Vento/Foster Care Leadership Network

Section 504 Leadership Network

School Counselors Leadership

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Academic Instruction

Compliance Support

District Resources

Technology Solutions

Certifications

Inspire Texas Resources

Portal

Calendar

News

Awards & Recognition

Accountability, Research, and Compliance Support

Key Services

Career and Technical Education

Counseling and Guidance Support

Migrant Education

Events

Meet Your District Advancement Champions

Accountability

Advanced Academics

Career and Technical Education

College, Career, and Military Readiness

District Testing Coordinator (DTC)

Gifted and Talented Identification

Migrant Project/MigArant Non-Project Leadership Network

McKinney-Vento/Foster Care Leadership Network

Section 504 Leadership Network

School Counselors Leadership

Title I School Support/Parental Involvement

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