Region One ESC

We are proud to have our very own Senior Director for Early Childhood Intervention, Celina Perez, representing the region on the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee after being selected by Governor Greg Abbott! Learn more: ow.ly/GPk250Zs6e5

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 4th Annual School Finance & Business Operations Conference & Purchasing Cooperative Product Show! 🎉 We appreciate our presenters, sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees for making this event a success. See you next year! 🤝

Take the next step in your principal certification pathway with PASL exam prep support from our educator preparation and development team. 💻 Sign up for our upcoming workshop at esc1.net/PASLexamprep 📅 Aug. 29, 2026

Hundreds of job seekers attended our annual Educator Job Fair to meet with representatives from school systems and learn about available career opportunities. Visit esc1.net/employment to view career opportunities with Region One ESC and our partner school systems.

Whether you're looking for the latest legislative updates, compliance guidance, operational best practices, or new ideas to bring back to your district, this conference has something for every member of your team. Secure Your Seat Now! apps.esc1.net/ProfessionalDe…

🎉✨ Happy Social Media Giving Day! 🌍❤️ Today, let's spread joy and kindness! Together, we can make a difference, celebrate and inspire others. Every little bit counts, let’s uplift our communities together!

Get ready to lead with confidence! Our Principal as an Instructional Leader TExES 268 Exam Prep session is designed to support aspiring principals with focused preparation and test-taking strategies. Learn more and get started esc1.net/268examprep.

Join us at the 4th Annual School Finance & Business Operations Conference! This is your opportunity to learn from industry experts & discover new resources. 📅 July 21–23, 2026📍 South Padre Island Convention Center 🎟️ Register today: ow.ly/k8UY50Zn545

Ready to become a certified teacher? Learn how you can join our Teacher Alternative Certification Program, from eligibility requirements to the application process and what to expect along the way. 🔗 Read: ow.ly/PNrp50Zn6wb

Congratulations to our Purchasing Team on receiving the 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® Award from the National Procurement Institute, Inc.! 🎉 Learn more at ow.ly/Zv5x50ZlNOg.

School leaders, get PASL-ready! We are offering an exam prep session focused on the Performance Assessment for School Leaders, with support to help participants prepare with confidence. Register today at esc1.net/PASLexamprep.

More good days start with support, connection and community. 💚 Our 4th Annual Mental Health Awareness Community Event brought families and local organizations together for Mental Health Month, creating space to share resources that support wellness across our region.

Our TExES 268 Exam Prep session is designed to help you strengthen your understanding of the Principal as an Instructional Leader exam and prepare with confidence. ➡️ Learn more and register today at esc1.net/268examprep.

🔔 Reminder! Region One ESC offices will be closed June 29–July 3, 2026. Regular operating hours will resume July 6, 2026. Region One ESC Early Childhood Intervention will remain open June 29–July 2 and will be closed July 3, 2026.

Pass with confidence! We are offering Principal as an Instructional Leader TExES 268 Exam Prep sessions to support aspiring educational leaders as they prepare for certification. ⭐ Sessions are available July 18 and October 24. Register at esc1.net/268examprep.

Region One ESC offices will be closed June 29–July 3, 2026. Regular operating hours will resume July 6, 2026. Region One ESC Early Childhood Intervention will remain open June 29–July 2 and will be closed July 3, 2026.

💛 A perfect fit! For Dulce Juarez, a teacher at @edinburgcisd, our Teacher Alternative Certification Program offered the right balance of quality preparation, efficiency and support. Are you interested in becoming a certified teacher? Get started at esc1.net/eppinterest.

Earn your paraprofessional certificate and 18 CPE hours! This three-day virtual training will prepare participants for the role of an educational aide and include required writing, reading and math assessments. Learn more and register at esc1.net/paracert.

Congratulations newly sworn-in Region One ESC Board of Directors: Velinda Reyes-Place 2, Ruben Cortez, Jr.-Place 5, and Richard E. Zayas-Charter Schools Representative. 2026–2027 Officers: Chair – Dr. Manuel Gomez, Jr. Vice Chair – Alicia E. Requenez Secretary – Sonia A. Falcon

Your path to educational leadership can start now. Through a partnership with Abilene Christian University, aspiring principals can earn a master’s degree while completing their Principal Alternative Certification. ➡️ Get started: esc1.net/eppinterest