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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   Accountability for Leaders with Lead4ward January 22, 2025 session #
Multiple Dates
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
 
Learn how data measures in the Accountability system support effective instructional leadership, both in-person and online.
Advancing Educational Leadership   Texas Teacher Evaluation Support System TTESS
February 4-6
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
 
Multiple Dates
Register for these sessions by emailing [email protected].
 
 
 
Texas Instructional Leadership: Capacity Building Solutions for Effective Schools    
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!
 
Creative Dornments Jewelry Making Techniques for Young Artists   2024-2025 Biology Cohort
Boost your creativity and gain new skills in a jewelry-making workshop tailored for elementary and middle school teachers.
 
Join TEKS Trek: Advanced 3-D Science Instruction for High School. Elevate your teaching with hands-on, TEKS-focused workshops.
 
 
Choral Techniques and Tips
 
Creative Sparks Elementary Art Cohort for EC-5th
Join us for a hands-on choral workshop with Dr. Pat Antinone, focusing on vocal development, repertoire, and student assessment!
 
Join us to ignite your students' creativity and reignite your passion for teaching art!
 
 
 
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!
 
Regional competition open to public, private, and homeschool students. Register on the Texas High School Mock Trial Competition website.
 
 
 
TCMPC User Meeting 2025 Celebrating our Rockstar Teacher Celebrities
 
2024-2025 Biology Cohort
 
Join TEKS Trek: Advanced 3-D Science Instruction for High School. Elevate your teaching with hands-on, TEKS-focused workshops.
 
 
 
TEKS RS k-12 RLA Planning Cohort
 
TAME 2024-2025 Events
Join our dynamic training series! Deepen RLA understanding, TEKS RS planning, and instructional delivery alongside regional colleagues.
 
TAME envisions a Texas where students reach their potential, build community, and create inclusive, diverse solutions.
 
 
 
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!
 
 
 
Junior Citizen Bee
 
Citizen Bee Competition
Middle schoolers, showcase your civic knowledge! Compete in this engaging contest covering history, government, and current events!
 
High schoolers, test your civic knowledge in this exciting contest! Compete for prizes and a trip to Austin!
 
 
 
Mind Flex Gifted & Talented Conference Mark your Calendar for June 27, 2025   Illuminate Curriculum Conference 2025 Save the Date July 15-16
 
 
 

Digital Learning Workshops

Find workshops for Blended Learning, Library Services, Discover Education, and more!
 
Library PLC December   Digital Learning PLC December
Join our library professional learning community meet-up to discuss timely topics and best practices—your voice matters!
 
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.
 
 
 
Harnessing AI in Academia
 
Library PLC - February
Discover ethical AI use in academia and learn strategies to enhance research, creativity, and academic integrity.
 
Join our library professional learning community meet-up to discuss timely topics and best practices—your voice matters!
 
 
 
Google Classroom Tips & Tricks
 
FITT 24 & TCEA 25 Recap
Unlock Google Classroom's potential: practical tips, time-saving hacks, and innovative strategies for effective online teaching. 
 
Discuss FITT 2024, TCEA 2025, and explore instructional tech tools and strategies in this engaging roundtable.
 
 
 
Crafting Authentic Learning Experiences
 
Digital Learning PLC February
Transform your classroom with engaging, real-world problem-solving techniques in our workshop on authentic learning experiences!
 
Join your Digital Learning peers for a post-Valentine's Day PLC to share strategies and support for tackling STAAR/EOC!
 
 
 
Fables & Forces Weaving Tall Tales and Tangible Science
  Tech Integration for Personalized Learning
Explore K-5 Science TEKS through tall tales and fairy tales in this engaging, imaginative workshop!
 
Transform your classroom with tech strategies and AI tools for personalized learning—perfect for educators at any skill level!
 
 
 
Library PLC - March
 
Maximizing Learning with Google Tools
Join our library professional learning community meet-up to discuss timely topics and best practices—your voice matters!
 
Explore Google Docs, Slides, Forms, and Classroom to create interactive assignments, boost collaboration, and personalize learning in this workshop.
 
 
 
Enhancing Education with AI Tools
  AI in the RLA Classroom
Participate in a hands-on workshop to explore integrating AI tools in education for personalized learning, streamlined grading, and enhanced engagement!
 
Explore AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance writing and address plagiarism. Learn strategies, policies, and ethical integration.
 
 
 
Library PLC - April
 
Digital Learning PLC - May
Join our library professional learning community meet-up to discuss timely topics and best practices—your voice matters!
 
Celebrate the 24-25 school year at our final Digital Learning PLC of the year—take a moment to breathe before the year ends!
 
 
 
Digital Online Courses
   
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.
   

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!
 
Virtual Session CTE Leadership Development Series for New CTE Leaders   Procedure With Edgar
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Series for new leaders to gain skills, insights, and connections in CTE management!
 
Struggling with federal procurement? Join our virtual session to master 2 CFR standards and more! Perfect for purchasing staff and grant admins.
 
Capturing Kids Hearts Leadership Blueprint Training
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit Series Suicide Awareness Training
Sign up for Leadership Blueprint to practice real skills, create action plans, and enhance your team's leadership and collaboration.
 
Enroll in AS+K Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training to meet Texas HB 2186 mandates and learn vital support strategies.
 
 
 
Hot Topics in Mental Health
 
Poverty Simulation
Learn about mental health topics, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and strategies to support students in this workshop.
 
Register for this session to experience firsthand the complex challenges of poverty and discover how you can help drive meaningful change.
 
 
 
STAAR Updates Workshop Extended Constructed Response 301
 
The Administrative Review Process for CACFP
Refine ECR with updates, author's craft, and authentic revision techniques. Enhance writing skills & tools for immediate classroom use.
 
Gain procedural knowledge and resources to prepare for an Administrative Review of child and adult nutrition programs.
 
 
 
Virtual Session CTE Leadership Development Series for New CTE Leaders
 
USDA Foods for Schools: Ordering for Success Training Program, including WBSCM & Ordering Labs
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Series for new leaders: gain expert insights, practical strategies, and network with peers!
 
Gain essential skills in Entitlement, Menu Planning, and USDA Foods management through the new WBSCM system for NSLP and SFSP.
 
 
 
Highly Mobile Highly Motivated
 
Trauma in Children
Register for a full-day workshop with Gabe Salazar on engaging and supporting McKinney-Vento students, plus breakout sessions!
 
Learn about trauma, its effects on children, and strategies for becoming trauma-informed in this virtual workshop.
 
 
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit Series Suicide Awareness Training
 
Title I, Part A LEA Plan Requirements Basic Training Webinar
Enroll in AS+K Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training to meet Texas HB 2186 mandates and learn vital support strategies.
 
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
 
 
 
Lead4ward New Teacher Bootcamp
 
Virtual Session CTE Leadership Development Series
Retain effective teachers! Join our 2-day Lead4Ward workshop on classroom management, engagement, and standards for new teachers.
 
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Series for new leaders: gain expert insights, practical strategies, and network with peers!
 
 
 
Paraprofessional Institute
 
Art Connection in Counseling
Join for a 2-day training covering paraprofessional roles, reading, writing, math, and ESSA requirements fulfillment. 
 
Join us to explore using art and literature in counseling. Create engaging lessons and artwork for positive student outcomes!
Level I CTE Program Management
 
Safer Schools Together Monthly Updates
January 21
Enhance your teaching with Google tools! Join this workshop to master Google Suite for Education and boost classroom engagement.
 
Join our 1-hour Zoom to learn essential safety measures for protecting students and staff on campus.
 
 
 
Level II CTE Program Management
 
Capturing Kids' Hearts
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.
 
 
 
National Organization for Victim Assistance
 
Emotional Poverty
Join the NOVA training to learn crisis intervention and help schools recover. Attend all three days for credit!
 
Understand anger, anxiety, and avoidance, and learn tools to manage and reduce anger in the classroom.
 
 
 
Big Dreams Big Action Youth Leadership Summit 2025
 
Private Nonprofit Equitable Services Requirements
Join us to ignite dreams and empower students with inspiring strategies!
For TEHCY SSA districts only. 
 
Enroll to learn Private Non-Profit Requirements for equitable services and Title programs with outreach, consultation, and evaluation.
 
 
 
Educator Wellness & Trauma Informed Care TOT
 
Paraprofessional Institute
Join our TEA-approved workshop focusing on trauma-informed classrooms to enhance the learning environment for all students.
 
Join for a 2-day training covering paraprofessional roles, reading, writing, math, and ESSA requirements fulfillment.
 
 
 
Substance Use in Youth
 
Legal Updates for School Counselors
Learn about common teen substance abuse, warning signs, and how to support teens with substance use and mental health issues.
 
K-12 counselors, join us to review new laws, best practices, and strategies to advocate for your profession!
 
 
 
Graduation Requirements 102
 
Fall, Spring and Winter Federal Programs Director's Meetings
High school counselors: Join us for a deep dive into transcripts, CTE programs, PEIMS, accountability, TSI, and graduation coding.
 
Get updates, network, and share best practices to enhance your programs and understand ESSA requirements. 
 
 
 
Virtual Session CTE Leadership Development Series for New CTE Leaders
 
CACFP Participant Eligibility & Enrollment
Join our Monthly CTE Leadership Series for new leaders: gain expert insights, practical strategies, and network with peers!
 
Learn CACFP enrollment and eligibility requirements for free and reduced-price meals, including completing the proper forms for participants.
 
 
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit: Grief and Loss
 
CACFP Meal Counting & Claiming
K-12 counselors: Explore grief, stages, and tools to support bereaved students, with strategies for individual and group work.
 
Learn to recognize anxiety in students (7% ages 3-17) and discover coping strategies for a supportive learning environment. 
 
 
 
CTE Academy: Business, Marketing and Finance
 
CTE Academies
Join us at Diboll ISD with expert Bruce Barrera to collaborate on Business, Marketing, and Finance resources, strategies, and industry insights!
 
Join fellow high school CTE teachers for collaboration, planning, and learning led by master teachers in your field!
 
 
 
CTE Academy Plant Science February 25th Session #342979
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit: Anxiety
Learn to recognize anxiety in students (7% ages 3-17) and discover coping strategies for a supportive learning environment.
 
Learn to recognize anxiety in students (7% ages 3-17) and discover coping strategies for a supportive learning environment.
 
 
 
Safer Schools Together Monthly Updates
 
NSLP Financial Coding and Fianancial Reporting Requirements + Financial Report Lab Time Februart 25, 2025 Session #336035
Join our 1-hour Zoom to learn essential safety measures for protecting students and staff on campus.
 
Learn financial coding, budgeting, and compliance strategies to effectively connect financial data to program reporting requirements!
 
 
 
CTE Academies
 
CTE Acadeny Engineering February 26, 2025 Session #342980
Join fellow high school CTE teachers for collaboration, planning, and learning led by master teachers in your field!
 
Join us for a hands-on engineering and robotics workshop! Explore coding, wiring, and hardware through engaging classroom projects.
 
 
 
Capturing Kids Hearts Leadership Blueprint Training
 
CTE Academy Law and Public Service
Join Leadership Blueprint for hands-on training to grow leadership skills, build teamwork, and create personal action plans.
 
Enhance your Law and Public Services program with curriculum tips, tools, and strategies in this engaging workshop!
 
 
 
Student Support Groups in School Counseling A Tier 2 Intervention with Stephanie Lerner
 
CTE Academies
K-12 counselors: Explore grief, stages, and tools to support bereaved students, with strategies for individual and group work.
 
Join fellow high school CTE teachers for collaboration, planning, and learning led by master teachers in your field!
 
 
 
The Administrative Review (AR) Process for CACFP
 
Road to Recovery: Helping Students Heal from Trauma
Prepare for Administrative Reviews: Learn key practices, top findings, and how to prevent non-compliance in nutrition programs.
 
Prepare for Administrative Reviews: Learn key practices, top findings, and how to prevent non-compliance in nutrition programs.
 
 
 
Capturing Kids' Hearts
 
Effective Implementation of Mental Health in Public Schools
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.
 
New to K-12 public education? Join us to explore Texas laws, practices, and policies for mental health professionals in schools.
 
 
 
Federal Programs Directors Meetings
 
Building Your Mental Health Toolkit Series
Federal Program Directors: Join us to update, network, and share best practices for Titles I-IV, federal funds, and state programs.
 
Register for PFA training to assist students post-crisis, focusing on safety, stabilization, and connecting to resources.
 
 
 
Private Nonprofit General Information Meeting
 
Trauma in Neurodivergent Youth
LEAs and private schools are invited to learn about ESSA equitable services, consultation requirements, and eligibility in this outreach workshop.
 
Register for our virtual workshop to learn about trauma, neurodivergent children, self-regulation, and becoming trauma-informed.
 
 
 
Virtual CPS Consortium Meeting
 
Ethics and the School Counselor
Partner with CPS to learn best practices and updates for supporting students effectively in schools.
 
School counselors: Tackle daily ethical dilemmas and learn to support diverse students while upholding TEA's Educator Code of Ethics. 
 
 
 
Hakuna Matata: Classroom Management Means No Worries
 
Setting High Expectations Without Compromise
Stressed by student behavior? Join us to learn classroom management strategies that make teaching easier—Hakuna Matata!
 
Join us for strategies to foster equity in education, based on Eric Jensen's Teaching with Poverty and Equity in Mind.
 
 
 
I Want My PFE Save the Date
 
 
 
 
 

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!
 
Financial Management A Course for SNP Directors   Texas Plan for Closing the Gaps: Using Data to Move Through the Tiers
This course equips school nutrition directors with financial management skills to ensure program sustainability, accountability, and integrity.
 
Join our workshop to master MTSS and learn how to use data-driven strategies for student success!
 
Mastering the MDR: Understanding the Manifestation Determination Process   Mastering the Manifestation Determination Review Process
Unlock the MDR! Delve deep into understanding the Manifestation Determination Process for comprehensive mastery.
 
Join us to understand key legal and procedural aspects of evaluating student behavior under Section 504 and Special Education. 
 
 
 
CEP + CEP Report Lab
 
Excess Net Cash Resources and How to Complete & Submit The Spend Down Plan
Learn the basics of CEP, including financial responsibilities, application process, daily activities, and record-keeping for high-poverty schools.
 
Learn to manage nonprofit school food service accounts, implement internal controls, and submit spend-down plans for excess net cash resources.
 
 
 
PBIS TIER 1 Classroom Management   PBIS Cohort
Learn Texas PBIS guidelines and techniques to better manage classrooms and improve student outcomes!
 
Enhance student behavioral outcomes with evidence-based PBIS strategies. Ideal for campus and district administrators. Join the cohort for collaborative learning.
 
 
 
Private NonProfit Equitable Services for Private School Officials   Unlocking Social Success Teaching Social Skills to Students with Autism
Private school officials are invited to a virtual workshop on equitable services for eligible students, teachers, and parents under ESSA.
 
Empower educators with tools to teach social skills to students with Autism. Learn strategies, interventions, and practical techniques.
 
 
 
Autism 101
  Pathways to Possibilities
Join our workshop to explore autism, learn research-backed strategies, and gain tools for teaching and supporting students with autism.
 
Pathways to Possibilities 
 
 
 
Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans   Behavior Supports for Students with Executive Functioning Deficits
Explore evidence-based practices for FBAs, BIPs, implementation strategies, legal requirements, and TEA guidance.
 
Gain strategies to support students with Executive Function Deficits, focusing on organization, emotion control, and attention skills.
 
 
 
Autism in the general education classroom
 
Behavior Supports for Students with Autism
Explore ASD in General Education with evidence-based strategies for social, communication, and behavioral challenges. Enhance your skills.
 
Learn effective strategies for managing and fostering positive behavior in students with ASD using evidence-based ABA practices.

HR & Operations Workshops

Find workshops for Human Resources, Communications, Purchasing, and more!
 
     
 
 
 
 
     
 
 
 

Technology & IMS Workshops

Find workshops for Technology, Information Management Systems, and more!