Weekly Newsletter: March 15, 2023

It is never too early to be intentional in how you recruit, develop, and retain the most effective teachers. There are key elements that campus leaders can utilize to enhance teacher engagement and self-efficacy. Steve Bollar, an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert will provide research-based strategies to recruit, develop, and retain the most effective teachers. This session will equip principals with the tools and strategies every leader needs to maximize to establish the place educators will run to, rather than run from. Join us in the pursuit of Becoming the Unforgettable Principal!

Click Here to Register for the March Principal Workshop



How teachers collect data during the lesson is essential for student learning. This session will cover strategies for collecting and analyzing data so educators can take action through instructional pivots and interventions. We will focus on formative assessment and how to check for understanding before, during, and after instruction. Participants will explore how digital tools provide a special benefit for students as they increase student opportunities (frequency) and options (choice) to share their learning.

Dr. Monica Burns is an EdTech and Curriculum Consultant, author of EdTech Essentials (ASCD, 2021) and former New York City public school teacher. She works with schools and organizations around the world to support PreK-20 educators with thoughtful technology integration. Monica’s website ClassTechTips.com and Easy EdTech Podcast helps educators place “tasks before apps” by promoting deeper learning with technology.

Click Here to Register for Dr. Monica Burns' Session



This training will guide teachers through the National Board Certification process. They will closely examine certification requirements and have the opportunity to dialogue with National Board Certified Teachers from across Texas. Information will also be provided about how you can apply to be a member of the Region 10 ESC National Board Cohort.

Click Here to Register for National Board Awareness and Cohort Information Sessions



Save the date for the annual Safety 1st Conference “Keeping Schools Safe” to be held at Region 10 on April 25, 2023. The Safety 1st Conference will bring together some of the most experienced school safety experts to provide a variety of quality offerings that will positively improve school district leadership in keeping students, staff and visitors safe. The Safety 1st Conference schedule is coming soon.

The Safety 1st Conference is free to all Districts/Private Schools and Charter Schools who have purchased the Region 10 Administrative Services Package. All non-Region 10 participants will pay $150.00 per person for this event.

Click Here to Register for the Safety 1st Conference

This session is designed for superintendents, principals, administrators, and counselors. The Counselor Initiative and Student Support (CISS) is a cooperative designed to provide high-quality services, resources and training.  CISS serves as a vital school counselor resource with opportunities to network for discussions related to best practices, cutting edge research-based programs, and the latest updates from the Texas Education Agency regarding school counselor roles and responsibilities.

Click Here to Register for One of the Above Sessions

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Karen Barnes

Assistant Director 

karen.barnes@region10.org

Dr. Kent Messer

Program Coordinator

kent.messer@region10.org

Dr. Zaida Saldivar

Program Coordinator

zaida.saldivar@region10.org

La'Evening Woodard

Program Coordinator

laevening.woodard@region10.org