Contact:

Kathryn Allen

(254) 297-1268

The ESC Region 12 RLA team aims to build reading and language arts skills for K-12 educators across the region. We partner with educators to provide instructional support and professional development, empowering them to help students access and respond to complex text, and develop as confident readers and writers. 

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Joshua Essary

(254) 297-1250

ESC Region 12 offers support for instructional technology coaches and/or facilitators, media specialists and librarians. These services provide opportunities to create relationships through intentional conversations to foster change through innovative tools and learning practices.
Benefits include:

• Monthly Collaboration Meetings
• Vendor Fair
• Networking opportunities
• Library Conference

Contact:

Denise Gilbert

(254) 297-1272

The ESC Region 12 Math team aims to build math content knowledge for our K-12 teachers across the region. The following aspects are included:

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Lisa Cisneros

(254) 297-1189

The ESC Region 12 science team aims to build science content knowledge for K-12 teachers across the region. In addition, we provide ways for students to experience science in and outside the classroom, and demonstrate mastery of science content.

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Natalie Honts

(254) 297-1157

The ESC Region 12 Social Studies team aims to build content knowledge for our K-12 teachers across the region. Our goal is to provide instructional support rooted in research and best practices to ensure educators are empowered to deliver high-quality social studies instruction.

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Judy York

(254) 297-1130

The ESC Region 12 STEM team aims to build STEM awareness, opportunity, and education throughout the region by engaging with both schools and the community. STEM is not isolated to one content or age; rather, it can be implemented in all classrooms and exists throughout our communities.

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Courtney Ingram

(254) 297-1160

High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) is an optional, aligned suite of resources for Texas educators in the new learning environment. This free resource helps Texas educators use high quality instructional materials – one of the most impactful parts of a student’s education – in virtual, in-person, and hybrid settings with professional learning and technology supports for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.

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Contact:

Denise Gilbert

(254) 297-1272

The Instructional Coaching Service provides PK-12 
teachers with job-embedded expert assistance and sustainable, relevant and customizable instructional support to improve teacher and student success. 

Customized services may include:

• Campus-based professional development
• Collaborative planning
• Data analysis
• Resource alignment
• Classroom observations
• Team teaching
• Model teaching
• Tier 1 Strategies to support MTSS

Contact:

Jennifer Conner

(254) 297-1153

With on-site professional development, our specialists come to you! Choose courses customized to meet your district's needs. 

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Contact:

Ginger Rowe

(254) 297-1126

Texas Lesson Study (TXLS) provides a framework for inquiry-based, campus-specific professional development for grades 
K-12, in any content area. Participation in teams of 2 - 5 will dive deeply into a chosen standard while creating a detailed, research-based lesson for publication consideration.
Benefits include:

• FREE Participation (Grant-Funded)
• Teachers receive a stipend for initial participation
• All lesson study materials are provided
• Sessions are held on campus, during school hours
• Earn approximately 40 CPE credits
• A TXLS Facilitator to guide the team through the process

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Contact:

Haily Rambo

(254) 297-1227

The Data Analysis Support Service provides professional development and expert assistance to PK-12 educators and administrators in the ESC Region 12 area. We support teachers and campus leaders in the practice of data based decision making.

Services include:

• TEKS and STAAR Data Support
• TSDS Support and Professional Development
• Evidence-Based Professional Development
• Expert Assistance
• Ongoing Communication

Contact:

Joshua Essary

(254) 297-1250

The ESC Region 12 Digital Innovation Team is dedicated to revolutionizing classroom dynamics by empowering educators with cutting-edge tools and strategies. By promoting blended learning methodologies and personalized instruction, we equip educators with the resources to optimize learning outcomes and prepare students for success in the digital age.

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Ashley Becknauld

(254) 297-1221

The ESC Region 12 Early Childhood team offers assistance to schools and communities across our region, aligning with high-quality prekindergarten components. Our goal is to offer professional development in line with best practices and all domains outlined in the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines. Additionally, the team implements instructional coaching models designed for continuous improvement, fostering better student outcomes in our high-quality prekindergarten programs for 3- and 4-year-olds. 

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Contact:

Kari Espin

(254) 297-1123

The ESC Region 12 Gifted and Talented Team supports educators in meeting the distinctive requirements outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted and Talented students. With a commitment to fostering excellence and nurturing the potential of gifted students, we're dedicated to ensuring every learner receives the specialized support they deserve.

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Contact:

Kathryn Allen

(254) 297-1268

The Instructional Materials Adoption processes require strategic planning by the district's curriculum, technology and textbook coordinators since the IMA appropriations include instructional materials, technology equipment and technology-related service.

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Jennifer Conner

(254) 297-1153

Instructional Leadership Symposium (formerly Curriculum Council) provides an opportunity for campus and/or district-level decision makers in the area of curriculum and instruction to become knowledgeable about legislative changes, curriculum resources, and other timely curriculum initiatives through expert assistance and face-to-face professional development. District and Campus Administrators, Curriculum Directors, and Central Office Personnel for public and charter schools will receive timely and accurate statutory information concerning curriculum, instruction and state assessments.

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Contact:

Andi McNair

(254) 297-1291

ESC Region 12 educational specialists are widely considered leaders in education, speaking at conferences across the nation as experts in their field. Many of these specialists can be contracted as keynote speakers for your events, conferences or on-site professional development.

Andi was a classroom teacher for 16 years before pursuing her passion to change education by sharing practical ways to engage and empower this generation of learners. She is currently a digital innovation specialist at ESC Region 12 and is passionate about using meaningful technology in the classroom.

Andi’s keynotes are designed to shift mindsets and change perspectives.  She spends time helping the audience understand the “why” first, then moves into the “how” to make it happen in any classroom, on any campus, or in any district.

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Ashley Becknauld

(254) 297-1221

The Pre-K Outcomes Framework is designed to support early childhood educators in their effort to provide high-quality instruction and learning.  This framework, aligned to the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines, includes Core content area units, purposeful planning guides, recommended timelines and materials, as well as unit assessments. An introductory Pre-K Outcomes Framework 101 training is provided with the purchase of access to the planning tool. 

Contact:

Katie Holcomb

(254) 297-1143

These academies are provided based on House Bill 3, passed by the 86th Texas Legislature in June of 2019. In accordance with this bill, all kindergarten through third grade teachers and principals must attend a teacher literacy achievement academy by the 2022-2023 school year.

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Contact:

Crystal Robinson

(254) 297-1217

This program provides professional development through training, technical assistance and leadership to develop a district/campus framework that addresses the needs of all students. This is accomplished through a continuum of services which provide high-quality instruction and tiered intervention strategies aligned with individual student needs for grades K-12, frequent monitoring of progress to make results-based academic or behavioral decisions and the application of child response data to important educational decisions.

Customizable assistance includes:

• RtI needs assessment for district/campus
• RtI documentation development
• Program evaluation
• Design of RtI process for district/campus
• Data collection and use for guiding instruction
• Coaching support for RtI implementation
• Coaching support for interventionists
• Professional development

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Contact:

Crystal Robinson

(254) 297-1217

Section 504 is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. ESC Region 12 supports districts and charter schools in their understanding and implementation of these federal requirements by offering professional development and technical assistance.

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Contact:

Lisa Cisneros

(254) 297-1189

• TEKS Resource System Leadership Network Meetings
• Expert Assistance
• Ongoing Communication

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Contact:

Ashlie Bramlett

(254) 297-1205

Region 12 is now providing Tier One Behavioral services through Instructional Coaching and Professional Development! Our goal is to increase student outcomes and engagement through strong Tier One systems in every classroom by giving educators the tools they need to encourage positive behavior.

The Enhanced Curriculum Co-op offers a wealth of content area training and services at discounted prices or at no additional cost. This is an excellent option for districts who are looking for methods to implement systemic change!

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The Gifted and Talented Co-operative provides professional development and expert assistance to PK-12 teachers and administrators in the ESC Region 12 area.

The following benefits are available to Gifted and Talented Co-operative members at no additional charge or at a discounted price as noted:

• 30-hours of initial G/T training
• Annual six-hour update on various topics
• Annual six-hour G/T update for administrators and counselors
• Online G/T training at a discounted price
• Expert assistance in program options, planning and implementing G/T
• Annual G/T Summer Conference

  
  

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Contact:

Lisa Cisneros

(254) 297-1189

The TEKS Resource System (TEKS RS) offers a comprehensive, customizable, user-friendly curriculum management system built on current research-based practices. Its primary focus is to create an aligned curriculum for the four core content areas in grades K-12.

Benefits include:

• TEKS RS 101 for administrators & teachers
• TCMPC Newsletter
• Evidence-based professional development
• Expert assistance
• TCMPC Updates
• Implementing TEKSRS+

The TExGUIDE resource serves as a bridge between curriculum, aligned resources, and instructional planning. TExGUIDEs provide teachers with a platform to easily access TEKS-aligned resources; they increase the efficiency and quality of lesson planning for teachers and positively influence student performance.

This resource is only available for districts using TEKS Resource System; the TExGUIDEs are aligned with the TEKS RS Year at a Glance (YAG) document and link to relevant TEKS RS resources. 

The benefits of the TExGUIDE membership include:

• Resources and activities aligned to TEKS Resource System YAGs and grade level Units for assessed grade levels
• TEKS Resource System updates and newsletters at no additional charge
• Ongoing communication and expert assistance