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Upcoming Workshops at Region 7 ESC

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Center for Effective Schools Workshops

Find workshops for Accountability & Assessment, Accelerated Learning, Administrative Leadership, School Improvement, TIL, TIA, TCLAS, and more!
 
First Time Administrators Academy   Texas Teacher Evaluation Support System TTESS
Multiple Dates
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
 
Multiple Dates
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
Texas Principal Evaluation Support System (T-PESS)   Accountability for Leaders with Lead4ward
October 23
Register for this session by emailing [email protected].
 
January 22
     
Advancing Educational Leadership   Texas Instructional Leadership: Capacity Building Solutions for Effective Schools
February 4-6
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
 
iSpring Course that provides LEAS with a brief overview of what Texas Instructional Leadership is and how to get their campus and district leaders involved in these transformational capacity-building cohorts. 

Curriculum Workshops

Find workshops for Dyslexia, Early Childhood, ELAR, Fine Arts, GT, Instructional Coaching, Math, NBPTS, Science, Social Studies, TEKS, Texas Lesson Study, and more!
 
Extended Constructed Response STAAR Updates
  Secondary Math Cohorts: Pick the spot that's best for you to grow and glow
Get hyped, educators! Let's conquer STAAR 2.0 and ECR challenges with gusto. Enhance writing skills and energize teaching!
 
Join us to enhance teaching practices, collaborate on problem-solving, and improve student learning with research-based strategies.
 
 
8th Grade U Social Studies   2024-2025 Biology Cohort
Join 8th Grade Social Studies U! Collaborate with peers, delve into TEKS, and craft dynamic units. Fast-paced, teacher-centered learning awaits!
 
Join TEKS Trek: Advanced 3-D Science Instruction for High School. Elevate your teaching with hands-on, TEKS-focused workshops.
 
 
 
Extended Constructed Response STAAR Updates   TEKS RS k-12 RLA Planning Cohort
Get hyped, educators! Let's conquer STAAR 2.0 and ECR challenges with gusto. Enhance writing skills and energize teaching!
 
Join our dynamic training series! Deepen RLA understanding, TEKS RS planning, and instructional delivery alongside regional colleagues.
 
 
 
Creative Sparks Elementary Art Cohort for EC-5th
  Theatre Teacher Curriculum Chat
Join us to ignite your students' creativity and reignite your passion for teaching art!
 
Join us to collaborate, share ideas, and gain fresh perspectives in theatre with the fine arts community!
 
 
 
Artistic Explorations Secondary Art Cohort
 
What have we learned from STAAR?
Join our workshop to ignite your passion, discover fresh art lessons, and connect with fellow secondary art teachers!
 
Join us as we dig in and build our student's levels of thinking and achievement with new instructional strategies and tools.
 
 
 
Make, Take and Bake Anchor Charts and Brain Dumps   Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics
Join us to make, take, and bake these strategies that can increase student achievement.
 
Transform your classroom from rote memorization to deep, student-owned mathematical thinking and learning.
 
 
 
Thinking Like a Scientist G/T 6 Hour Update (K-5th)   Secondary Math from Hands on to Abstract
Explore leading scientific thinking and real-world science with the new Science TEKS in this hands-on workshop.
 
Experience the power of hands-on learning in secondary math education with the Concrete-Representational-Abstract approach, fostering deeper understanding and critical thinking.
 
 
 
Math & Emerging Bilinguals . TAME 2024-2025 Events
Come build plans for your emerging bilinguals to reach higher levels of achievement.
 
TAME envisions a Texas where students realize their full potential, build community in engineering, and create inclusive solutions that reflect and celebrate our diverse world.
   
 
Extended Constructed Response STAAR Updates   LITCON 24 Illuminate Literacy
Get hyped, educators! Let's conquer STAAR 2.0 and ECR challenges with gusto. Enhance writing skills and energize teaching!
 
Join us at the Region 7 Literacy Conference to explore cutting-edge strategies and best practices in literacy teaching and learning.
   
 
8th Grade U Social Studies   Sound Solutions
Join 8th Grade Social Studies U! Collaborate with peers, delve into TEKS, and craft dynamic units. Fast-paced, teacher-centered learning awaits!
 
Collaborate, share ideas, and gain fresh perspectives in music with fellow EC-5th grade teachers across Region 7!
 
 
 
Article II & The Evolution of Presidential Power Presented by Law Related Education
 
Creative Dornments Jewelry Making Techniques for Young Artists
This session is perfect for US History and Government teachers, with hands-on lessons, scholarly insights, and focused breakout sessions. Lunch included!
 
Boost your creativity and gain new skills in a jewelry-making workshop tailored for elementary and middle school teachers.
 
 
 
Artistic Explorations Secondary Art Cohort
 
Mock Trial Student Competition
Join our workshop to ignite your passion, discover fresh art lessons, and connect with fellow secondary art teachers!
 
This regional competition is open to all high school students – public, private, and home school. Teams must register through the Texas High School Mock Trial Competition website.

Digital Learning Workshops

Find workshops for Blended Learning, Library Services, Discover Education, and more!
 
Personalized Instruction Tailoring Education for Every Student   Library PLC September
Embark on a transformative journey into personalized learning, leveraging innovative strategies to create an inclusive, student-centric learning environment.
 
Join our Digital Learning PLC to discuss tools, AI, testing prep, and support for learning with peers. 

Digital Online Courses   Unlock the Power of Data for Instruction
Google + STEM + DiscoveryEd + More!
Looking for digital learning resources but don't know where to start? We can help with that! Check out our library of on-demand courses.
 
Unlock the power of quality data to tailor instruction, offer insights into individualized learning paths, and empower students.
 
 
 
Digital Learning PLC September
 
Tech Integration for Personalized Learning
Join our Digital Learning PLC to discuss tools, AI, testing prep, and support for learning with peers
 
Join our Tech Integration workshop to create personalized learning experiences using technology. Transform your classroom! #EdTechMagic
 
 
 
Enhancing Education with AI Tools
 
Embracing Student Agency
Attend our workshop to learn how AI transforms teaching with personalized learning, streamlined grading, and enhanced student engagement.
 
Student agency empowers students to control their learning. Learn how to foster a learner-centered environment and enhance engagement.
 
 
 
Library PLC October
 
Google Classroom Tips & Tricks
Join our Digital Learning PLC to discuss tools, AI, testing prep, and support for learning with peers. 
 
Unlock Google Classroom's potential: practical tips, time-saving hacks, and innovative strategies for effective online teaching. 
 
 
 
AI in the RLA Classroom
 
Blended Learning Building a Foundation
Gain lesson plans and strategies to integrate AI into writing instruction, enhancing skills and ethics in this hands-on workshop.
 
Discover blended learning strategies to combine traditional instruction with online tools for effective and engaging experiences.
 
 
 
Electing Experiences The Power of Student Choice
  FITT 24: Fall Innovative Teaching & Technology Conference
Explore how student voice and choice enhance personalized learning, curiosity, and self-direction in this interactive workshop.
 
Don’t miss this exciting two-day event! Join us for innovative tech workshops tailored for educators, librarians, and administrators.
 
 
 
Library PLC December
 
Digital Learning PLC December
Join our Digital Learning PLC to discuss tools, AI, testing prep, and support for learning with peers.
 
Join our Digital Learning PLC to discuss tools, AI, testing prep, and support for learning with peers.
 
 
 
Digital Tools for Learning: A Roundtable Discussion   Project Based Learning with Virtual Tools
Discuss and share your favorite digital tools for learning in this round table event. Learn from peers and enhance your classroom.
 
Unlock PBL with AI tools! Join this workshop to enhance inquiry and creativity and create ready-to-use classroom units.
 
 
 
AI in the Fine Arts
 
Unlocking Student Empowerment with COVA
Unlock AI's creative potential in Fine Arts! Join our workshop to explore tools and boost your artistry!
 
Empower student learning with COVA! Join our workshop to master Choice, Ownership, and Voice in digital education!
 
 
 
All Things Google   Enhancing Education with AI Tools
Boost your classroom tech skills! Join our workshop to master Google Suite for Education. Perfect for all educators!
 
Transform your teaching with AI! Join our workshop to explore AI tools for personalized learning and student engagement.
 
 
 
Fables & Forces Weaving Tall Tales and Tangible Science
 
 
Explore K-5 Science TEKS through tall tales and fairy tales in this engaging, imaginative workshop!
 
 

State & Federal Programs Workshops

Find workshops for Bilingual/ESL, Child Nutrition, Counselors, CTE, CCMR, ESSA, McKinney-Vento, Migrant Education, Nurse/Health/PE, School Safety & Security, and more!
 
School Safety 101 Requirements, Compliance and Best Practices   Legal Updates for School Counselors
 Covers essential safety requirements for school staff—perfect for newcomers or those needing a refresher.
 
K-12 counselors, join us to review new laws, best practices, and strategies to advocate for your profession!
 
Educator Wellness & Trauma Informed Care TOT
 
Totally Tubular Pump Up Your ESSA Program Kickoff 2024
Join our TEA-approved workshop focusing on trauma-informed classrooms to enhance the learning environment for all students.
 
 Rock your ESSA Program! Join our session to unleash its full potential. Don't miss out!
 
 
 
Lead4ward New Teacher Bootcamp
 
Safer Schools Together Monthly Updates
Retain effective teachers! Join our 2-day Lead4Ward workshop on classroom management, engagement, and standards for new teachers.
 
Join our 1-hour Zoom to learn essential safety measures for protecting students and staff on campus.
 
 
 
School Safety Roundtable
 
Student Wellness Through Guidance Lessons
Register now for School Safety Roundtable Meeting at Gilmer ISD, featuring discussions, tours, networking, and Q&A.
 
Learn to create dynamic guidance lessons with student wellness activities. Explore resources, roles, and 4 key wellness guidelines.
 
 
 
Paraprofessional Institute
 
101 Counseling Guidelines and Tips for a New Counselor
Join for a 2-day training covering paraprofessional roles, reading, writing, math, and ESSA requirements fulfillment.
 
New or less experienced school counselors, join us for a day of learning, networking, and planning for your role in CSCP.
 
 
 
PEIMS for Program Leaders
 
State Compensatory Education SCE with Dahlinda Alaniz of TEA
Enhance your LEA's funding with our PEIMS workshop, essential for program leaders to master coding and data management.
 
Join us for an overview of the SCE program, including benefits, updates, requirements, and fund usage.
 
 
 
Title I, Schoolwide Program Elements Webinar
 
Fall, Spring and Winter Federal Programs Director's Meetings
Join us for a full-day session on Title I, Part A Program: CNA, Schoolwide Plan, and evaluation.
 
Get updates, network, and share best practices to enhance your programs and understand ESSA requirements.
 
 
 
2024 Professional School Counselor Academy Rain or Shine
 
Paraprofessional Institute
Enhance your skills at the annual School Counselor Academy, focusing on strategies for social, emotional, and academic success.
 
Join for a 2-day training covering paraprofessional roles, reading, writing, math, and ESSA requirements fulfillment.
 
 
 
Classroom Management: Cruising Into A Great Year
 
Edgar and Uniform Grant Guidance UGG Updates
Explore practical ideas for classroom climate, culture, and management to ensure a successful school year for all grade levels
 
Attend virtually for basics on EDGAR and UGG revisions. Essential for superintendents, federal program directors, and purchasing staff.
 
 
 
STAAR Updates Workshop Extended Constructed Response 301
 
School Safety Roundtable
Refine ECR with updates, author's craft, and authentic revision techniques. Enhance writing skills & tools for immediate classroom use.
 
October 10 / October 24
Learn to meet Title IV, Part A requirements and complete the Special Data Collection for public reporting.
 
 
 
Methods of Administration
 
Virtual Title IV Part A
Attend the workshop at Chapel Hill ISD to prepare for MOA CTE audits: understand questions and required preparations, and avoid pitfalls.
 
Learn to meet Title IV, Part A requirements and complete the Special Data Collection for public reporting.
 
 
 
Food Service Show
 
National Organization for Victim Assistance
Get ready to rock your taste buds and feast on the hottest food trends at Cafeteria Jam, where flavor and rhythm collide!
 
Join us for the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) training to learn crisis intervention and help schools recover from crisis situations. Attend all three days for credit!
 
 
 
TCOLE #4064 Training: Safe Solutions for Every Child
 
Level II CTE Program Management
Join this free course by the Texas School Safety Center to meet mandates on child development, mental health, and de-escalation.
 
Experienced CTE professionals join us to cover CTE management, legislative updates, funding, certifications, budgeting, and best practices.
 
 
 
Virtual CPS Consortium Meeting
 
Safer Schools Together Monthly Updates
Partner with CPS to learn best practices and updates for supporting students effectively in schools.
 
Join our 1-hour Zoom to learn essential safety measures for protecting students and staff on campus.
 
 
 
Emotional Poverty
 
Substance Use in Youth
Understand anger, anxiety, and avoidance, and learn tools to manage and reduce anger in the classroom.
 
Learn about common teen substance abuse, warning signs, and how to support teens with substance use and mental health issues.
 
 
 
Federal Programs Directors Meetings
 
Setting High Expectations Without Compromise
Federal Program Directors: Join us to update, network, and share best practices for Titles I-IV, federal funds, and state programs.
 
Join us for strategies to foster equity in education, based on Eric Jensen's Teaching with Poverty and Equity in Mind.
 
 
 
All Things FAFSA
 
102 Counseling Elementary Counselors
Join us for a virtual workshop on FAFSA. Learn ideal procedures, unusual circumstances, and dependency override eligibility. 
 
New to elementary counseling? Attend our session for tips, guidelines, and more to help you through your first year.
 
 
 
Virtual Title IV Part A
 
Paraprofessional Institute
Learn to meet Title IV, Part A requirements and complete the Special Data Collection for public reporting.
 
Join for a 2-day training covering paraprofessional roles, reading, writing, math, and ESSA requirements fulfillment.
 
 
 
102 Counseling Secondary Counselors
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit Series
New to secondary counseling? Need help? Discover guidelines and resources for effective counseling at our informative session.
 
Register for PFA training to assist students post-crisis, focusing on safety, stabilization, and connecting to resources.
 
 
 
Trauma in Neurodivergent Youth
 
Capturing Kids Hearts Leadership Blueprint Training
Register for our virtual workshop to learn about trauma, neurodivergent children, self-regulation, and becoming trauma-informed.
 
Sign up for Leadership Blueprint to practice real skills, create action plans, and enhance your team's leadership and collaboration.
 
 
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit Series Suicide Awareness Training
 
Hot Topics in Mental Health
Enroll in AS+K Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training to meet Texas HB 2186 mandates and learn vital support strategies.
 
Learn about mental health topics, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and strategies to support students in this workshop.
 
 
 
Poverty Simulation
 
Highly Mobile Highly Motivated
Register for this session to experience firsthand the complex challenges of poverty and discover how you can help drive meaningful change.
 
December 12
Ensure legal compliance in student interactions. Join our workshop to equip your staff with essential legal handling skills.
 
 
 
Trauma in Children
 
Title I, Part A LEA Plan Requirements Basic Training Webinar
Learn about trauma, its effects on children, and strategies for becoming trauma-informed in this virtual workshop.
 
Join this workshop for an overview of Title I, Part A LEA Program Plan Requirements, with key tips, resources, and Q&A!
 
 
 
CNA Playbook: Using Special Populations Data to Build a Winning Game Plan
 
Behavior Threat Assessment
Ensure your CNA covers all special populations. Join us for strategies, resources, and a winning game plan!
 
Power up with SB 11 training! Dive into Behavior Threat Assessment essentials—building teams, enhancing student safety, and boosting campus support.
 
 
 
Art Connection in Counseling
 
Level I CTE Program Management
Join us to explore using art and literature in counseling. Create engaging lessons and artwork for positive student outcomes!
 
January 21
Enhance your teaching with Google tools! Join this workshop to master Google Suite for Education and boost classroom engagement.
 
 
 
Level II CTE Program Management
 
Capturing Kids' Hearts
January 28 
Experienced CTE professionals join us to cover CTE management, legislative updates, funding, certifications, budgeting, and best practices.
 
Join one of three 2-day sessions from 8 AM to 4 PM to learn how to build meaningful relationships and create high-achieving learning environments.
 
 
 
Big Dreams Big Action Youth Leadership Summit 2025
 
 
January 30
 
 
 

Special Education Workshops

Find workshops for 504, Alternate Assessment, Assistive Technology, Autism, Behavior, DHH, Differentiated Monitoring & Support, Early Childhood, Evaluation, Funding, IEP, Inclusion, MTSS, Non-Ed Funds, O&M Services, OT/PT Services, Parent Resources, Residential Placement, Rules Regulations and Guidance, Significant Cognitive Delays, Speech Impairment, Transition, Visually Impaired, and more!
 
Mastering the MDR: Understanding the Manifestation Determination Process   Behavior Academy
Unlock the MDR! Delve deep into understanding the Manifestation Determination Process for comprehensive mastery.
 
Multiple Dates
Join our cohort for school personnel on Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans. Learn best practices and Texas legal guidelines in short Zoom sessions throughout the school year.
 
Behavior 101
 
PBIS Cohort
Learn to understand and manage student behavior with foundational tools. Ideal for educators, this workshop covers ABCs, behavior functions, and interventions.
 
Enhance student behavioral outcomes with evidence-based PBIS strategies. Ideal for campus and district administrators. Join the cohort for collaborative learning.
 
 
 
Unlocking Social Success Teaching Social Skills to Students with Autism
 
Autism 101
Empower educators with tools to teach social skills to students with Autism. Learn strategies, interventions, and practical techniques.
 
Join our workshop to explore autism, learn research-backed strategies, and gain tools for teaching and supporting students with autism.
 
 
 
Universal TIER 1 MTSS Supports
 
Autism in the general education classroom
Discover how MTSS can help every student succeed—join our introductory session on effective interventions!
 
Explore ASD in General Education settings with evidence-based strategies for social, communication, and behavioral challenges. Enhance your skills to support all students.
 
 
 
MTSS TIER ESSENTIALS 2024 Series
 
Behavior Supports for Students with Autism
New admin leaders, boost your MTSS skills with this essential TEA TIER workshop. Register now to secure your spot!
 
Learn effective strategies for managing and fostering positive behavior in students with ASD using evidence-based ABA practices.
 
 
 
Section 504 Legal Update  
Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans
Discover how MTSS can help every student succeed—join our introductory session on effective interventions!
 
Explore evidence-based practices for Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, and implementation strategies, including legal requirements and TEA guidance.
 
 
 
Behavior Supports for Students with Executive Functioning Deficits
  Texas Plan for Closing the Gaps: Using Data to Move Through the Tiers
Gain strategies to support students with Executive Function Deficits, focusing on organization, emotion control, and attention skills.
 
Join our workshop to master MTSS and learn how to use data-driven strategies for student success!
 
 
 
 
Mastering the Manifestation Determination Review Process  
PBIS TIER 1 Classroom Management
Join us to understand key legal and procedural aspects of evaluating student behavior under Section 504 and Special Education.
 
Learn Texas PBIS guidelines and techniques to better manage classrooms and improve student outcomes!

HR & Operations Workshops

Find workshops for Human Resources, Communications, Purchasing, and more!
 
Food Service Show   Documentation Basics - Human Resources
October 15
Get ready to rock your taste buds and feast on the hottest food trends at Cafeteria Jam, where flavor and rhythm collide!
 
Enhance your documentation skills with TASPA's Sharon Fuery in this 3-hour workshop, ideal for new and experienced administrators.
 
Administrative Professionals Conference    
Secure your spot at the Administrative Professionals Conference! Boost your skills and career—register now before seats fill up!
 
 

Technology & IMS Workshops

Find workshops for Technology, Information Management Systems, and more!
 
PEIMS Fall Coordinator User Group    
Network with fellow PEIMS Coordinators and gain insights directly from TEA experts Justin Jons and Joe Herrera.