Education Service Center, Region 2

?? Education Service Center, Region 2 (ESC-2) has been awarded a $5 million grant to expand mental health services for students in Coastal Bend schools! This funding will help train and support more counselors, social workers, and mental health professionals to better serve our students. We’re proud to enhance the well-being and safety of our schools! #ESC2Excellence #MentalHealthMatters #EducationForAll

We’re excited to announce the 2nd Annual New Teacher Conference – an inspiring event focused on resilience, growth, and innovative teaching strategies! Keynote Speaker: Niki Spears Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024 Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Location: ESC-2, Room 3-11 Cost: FREE Don’t miss this chance to grow, connect, and elevate your teaching practice. Register today! Scan the QR code to secure your spot: Register here- https://lnkd.in/gCtxf4tJ Let's navigate new waters together and make a lasting impact! #ESC2Excellence

ESC, Region 2 is proud to honor our principals for Principal Appreciation Month! In celebration of this important month observed every October, the Education Service Center is excited to host the 3rd Annual Principal Appreciation Dinner on October 24, 2024. We look forward to recognizing the hard work, dedication, and leadership of our principals. Stay tuned for more updates on this special event and the amazing principals we’ll be honoring! #ESC2Excellence

At txEDCON24, Dr. Esperanza Zendejas, Executive Director of ESC2, Dr. Stacy Johnson, Superintendent of Banquete ISD, and Education Specialist Dominique Janeway presented on ‘Help Teachers Save Time? Consider A.I. TEKS-driven Lesson Planning Tool.’ For more info, email [email protected]

ESC, Region 2 proudly honored our Bilingual and ESL Educators for their invaluable contributions to the academic success of multilingual students across our region. Region 2 wholeheartedly celebrated these dedicated professionals, whose commitment to bilingual and ESL education continues to transform the lives of countless students. We extend our deepest gratitude to these educators for their tireless efforts in shaping a brighter future for our learners. #ESC2Excellence

Liz Murray's powerful story of beating the odds through community supports set the tone at today's Fostering College Aspirations session hosted by the Education Service Center, Region 2. Participants left inspired and equipped with actionable steps to support students facing significant obstacles to higher education. Alongside her, practical strategies from community organizations provided invaluable guidance for promoting #StudentSuccess. #Education #ESC2Excellence

On Thursday, ESC 2 hosted the first Perkins SSA and Region 2 CTE Directors meetings. During the morning session, Perkins SSA districts received their CTE program ceiling signs, banners, and catalogs. In the afternoon, attendees toured a mobile welding lab, received CTE PEIMS updates, and CTE TEKS review updates for engineering courses.

Congratulations to the 24 campuses in Education Service Center Region 2 for earning the Purple Star Campus Designation for the 2024-2025 school year! This honor recognizes their commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. t Learn more: TEA Purple Star Awardees Here- https://bit.ly/TEASTAR

?? Calling all NEW MATH teachers in grades 3-8! ?? Join us for our STAAR Mathematics Workshop, where we’ll dive into the essentials of STAAR 2.0 to help you and your students succeed! ??? ?? Date: October 4, 2024 ?? Time: 9:00AM – 3:30 PM ?? Cost: $200 ?? Location: Education Service Center, Region 2 ? What to expect: ? Explore new item types on the STAAR test ? Analyze previous STAAR questions to boost your understanding ? Learn effective strategies to prepare your students for success Whether you’re new to teaching or new to the content, this workshop is perfect for you! Let’s empower our students together. ?? ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gQDVq5S2 #TexasTeachers #STAARMath #NewTeachers #EducationExcellence #StudentSuccess

?? Attention School Leaders! ?? Are you ready to unlock funding opportunities for your school district or charter school? ??? Join us for the LASO Cycle 3 Grant Workshop (3-hour session) and learn how to apply for funding that can support transformative projects in your district! ???? ?? What to Expect:? ? Hands-on grant application support ? Collaboration with fellow school leaders ? Expert guidance on aligning your school’s needs with LASO Cycle 3 funding priorities ? Real-time feedback and personalized consultation ?? Date: October 16, 2024 ?? Location: Education Service Center, Region 2 ? Time: 9:00 AM (AM Session) OR 1:00 PM (PM Session) Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure essential funding for your school’s future! Let’s collaborate, strategize, and apply together! ???? ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gH4cwNRC #SchoolLeaders #GrantWorkshop #EducationFunding #LASOCycle3 #SchoolImprovement #Collaboration #EducationLeadership