Region 18 ESC

Still haven't saddled up  for the Region 18 Round-Up or downloaded our event app? Don't fret partner, there's still time! Just scan the QR codes on the flyer to get started on both. It's quick, easy, and gets you ready to ride into the Round-Up fully prepared!

Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce our first Region 18 Spanish Spelling Bee 📷! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their Spanish spelling skills, build confidence, and have fun in a supportive environment.

We had the opportunity to host our first iLead Parent Session of the school year, with Burnet Elementary this week. We are excited to continue this amazing work with the parents of Midland ISD. Thank you for joining us and we look forward to seeing you at our next session.

On August 28, 2024, Region 18 hosted its inaugural Amazing Race: Federal Programs Summit, sponsored by Brainchild. Participants were treated to testimonials from Ms. Liz Murry and Mr. Ernesto Majia regarding homelessness and the importance of parent and family engagement.

A partnership was formed with Texas Education Service Centers, Texas Woman’s University, Texas Education Agency, and local educational entities to provide a master's degree program for both in-field and out-of-field students. region10.org/programs/speec…

On your mark, get set, and GO, to our Federal Programs Summit on Wednesday, August 28th from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Attend breakout sessions, hear our amazing keynote speakers and learn more about so many things! Register at escweb.net/tx_r18/catalog…

Day Two of the Region 18 Round-Up: Learning Under The West Texas Sun conference was a success. Thank you to all our presenters, most directly from our regional schools/districts and our sponsors! Be on the lookout in summer 2025 for the second annual Region 18 Round-Up!

Day one of our inaugural Region 18 Round-Up: Learning Under The West Texas Sun was a success! Thanks to all the attendees, presenters, and sponsors who made it happen. Day two for Secondary staff is still available to register. June 26 - Secondary escweb.net/tx_r18/catalog…

We are excited and ready to welcome all the attendees and presenters for the inaugural Region 18 Round-Up: Learning Under The West Texas Sun! All that’s missing is you! June 25 - Elementary escweb.net/tx_r18/catalog…... June 26 - Secondary escweb.net/tx_r18/catalog…...

Great story for a great district! Congrats again Mr. Jaco. cbs7.com/2024/06/14/pec…

Spent some time this morning with Region 18 teachers providing some practical activities to support writing in response to text in their classrooms daily!  We wrote, we collaborated and most importantly they learned from each other not just from us!

Region 18 ESC is proud to announce that Mr. Brent Jaco, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD, has been nominated by his board and selected as TASB's Region 18 Superintendent of the Year for 2024. This recognition is well-deserved and an extraordinary honor. Congratulations again to Mr. Jaco!

"The Winning Path" ASCENDER User Conference is open for registration. This event will provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and practical sessions designed to empower educators and administrators. Sign up bit.ly/ASCENDERCon2024 Agenda: bit.ly/ASCENDERAgenda

Howdy Region 18 Teachers and Staff! If you haven't signed up for our Region 18 Round-Up, look at our flyer below. Get ready to lasso a wealth of insights and strategies to enhance your teaching prowess and make this rodeo an unforgettable learning experience!

Don't forget to register for our VIRTUAL iLead Information Session THIS THURSDAY at 10am CST. Educators and Community Leaders STATEWIDE are invited to hear more about growing leaders in communities across our great state! Registration Link:  us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Great way to kickoff 2024 by opening our doors and welcoming the Midland ISD Special Education department hosting several breakout sessions throughout the day and welcoming our Math and RLA RBIS teachers back to work through their Professional Development sessions.

Harmony Public Schools is hosting the 2nd annual Harmony Math Competition. This competition is open to any 2nd, 3rd, or 4th-grade students in the Permian Basin area. To register your students or for any inquiries, please visit harmonyelpasomath.weebly.com. The deadline is 2-25-24.

We held our 3rd day of Comprehensive Reading Academies for some of our Regional Teachers. We continue to help support and guide teachers throughout the year as they navigate through the Reading Academy course to ultimately impact students in Reading and Language Arts.

We held our Region 18 Superintendent Study Group Meeting today. We honored Ms. Jessica Harkins, Elementary Teacher of the Year, Terrell County ISD, and Ms. Michelle Cochrane, Secondary Teacher of the Year, Big Spring ISD. We also heard from Dr. Ray Perryman about our region.

Joe Schmidt, from the Bill of Rights Institute, offered an insider's guide to the BRI's resources and opportunities as they relate to the TEKS and literacy skills required for success on the STAAR. Sponsored by The Abell-Hanger Foundation @madisonteacher @BRInstitute