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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Events

Events found: 3
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Friday, September 5
Accountability Impact Summit 2025

Unlock Your District's Potential: The Accountability Impact Summit Join district and campus leaders at our upcoming summit designed to deepen your understanding of the accountability system and equip you with...

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Tuesday, October 21
Campus Testing Coordinator Conference

Empowering Assessment Leaders Join us for this one-day conference dedicated to sharing best practices, timely updates, and practical strategies for campus testing success. Designed specifically for Campus Testing Coordinators, this...

Meet Your District Advancement Champions

Danette Thornton
Danette Thornton

Education Specialist II

713-744-6578

danette.thornton@esc4.net

Dinorah Cortinas Galvan
Dinorah Cortinas Galvan

Education Specialist II

713-744-6531

dinorah.cortinasgalvan@esc4.net

Lashonda Evans
Lashonda Evans

Education Specialist II

713-744-6380

lashonda.evans@esc4.net

Monica Aguirre
Monica Aguirre

Education Specialist II

713-744-6503

monica.aguirre@esc4.net

Robin Ross
Robin Ross

Education Specialist II

713-744-6358

robin.ross@esc4.net

Lisa Ratcliff
Lisa Ratcliff

Education Specialist I

713-744-6832

lisa.ratcliff@esc4.net

Pri Desai
Pri Desai

Education Specialist I

713-744-6517

pri.desai@esc4.net

Rachel Haller
Rachel Haller

Education Specialist I

713-744-6894

rachel.haller@esc4.net

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