G/T Conference

June 1 & 2 |  ESC Region 12

Aug 1 | Virtual

Sessions & Information

This year's conference, The Power of Connection, will be held face to face or virtually. The conference is held at ESC Region 12 on June 1 and 2 and virtual on August 1 with each day being its own conference. Attend content specific breakout sessions that tune in to research-based strategies designed to enhance classroom instruction and help foster meaningful relationships with your gifted learners. 

This session counts as 6 hours of continuing G/T credit.

G/T Co-op members may attend at no additional fee, so be sure to check your membership eligibility at www.esc12.net/MyESC today!

Coordin8 Conference
School nursing: Caring for the heart, mind and body.

June 6 & 7 | Online or In-Person

Sessions & Information
 
This is a two-day concurrent session with an option to attend virtually or in-person at ESC Region 12.
 
We will have two full days of training for school nurses and others who want to learn more about health and wellness.  Ascension Health and Dell Children's Hospital will offer up to 14 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) for both days of this training.

Early Childhood Conference

June 13  |  ESC Region 12

Sessions & Information

Join us as we gather early childhood leaders, educators, and practitioners to connect, collaborate, and learn together with engaging sessions focused on our youngest learners.

This conference is designed to meet the needs of all early childhood professionals including sessions to support leadership, practical ideas to implement in the classroom, and strategies for inclusive settings and diverse student populations.

transformED Conference

Elementary and Secondary Conference

June 14 & 15  |  ESC Region 12

Sessions & Information

The transformED Conference is a unique professional learning experience that will inspire educators to design experiences and empower learners as we work together to transform education. 

Join us for this concurrent, innovative conference experience as we come together to create sustainable change. 

Enhanced Curriculum Co-op members may attend for a reduced fee of $75, so be sure to check your membership eligibility at www.esc12.net/MyESC today!

Teen Suicide Prevention Symposium

June 16  |  ESC Region 12

Sessions & Information

According to the Youth Behavioral Survey, teens across the nation have a suicide attempt rate of 7%. In Texas, that rate is almost double at 12%. Suicide has become the second-leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States. The Suicide Prevention Symposium is an annual event that brings together educators and community members in a forum to take action and help save the lives of challenged youth through awareness, intervention, and prevention. Community mental health experts will share research and experience-based information and local counselors and practitioners will explore resources to help keep our children safety. 

Counselor Co-op members may attend at no additional fee, so be sure to check your membership eligibility at www.esc12.net/MyESC today!

CTE & College Readiness Conference

Sessions & Information

This annual regional CTE Conference will now include aspects of College Readiness. CTE is at the forefront of educational reform and is leading dynamic change that will positively impact students across the nation for the next decade and beyond. This conference will include break out sessions over CTE, Transition, future economic projections, advanced academics, dual credit, FAFSA, and counseling and advising. Join us for a premier professional learning experience to help teachers, counselors and administrators enhance their skills and continue to build partnerships with all stakeholders in the education of our future workforce. 

Special Education Conference

Sessions & Information

Let's celebrate your successes together. Come in person to not only learn from experts in the field of special education but from your colleagues.  The breakout sessions will offer a variety of topics for staff serving students with disabilities ages 6-21 in all instructional settings.

School Safety Summit

July 15  |  ESC Region 12 & Virtual

Sessions & Information

The number 1 way to prevent a mass casualty event is a student having a trusted adult and connection.  Understanding people and including them creates that connection. We will be looking at the mental health needs of diverse populations of students. The pandemic has placed advanced pressures on our schools, and our diverse populations are left with even greater needs. We'll take a deep dive into addressing their emotional health needs and how that supports the overall safe functioning of schools. Of particular concern are students who feel excluded and unwelcome in our school setting.

Creating a safe school culture is a team effort – bring yours to this free event and spend the day exploring differences, ways to include people, and how to make your schools safer. 

STEMfest Community Day

July 16, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  |  Mayborn Museum

Ages: Pre-K – 8th Grade

Engage your children in fun STEM activities at the Mayborn Museum during this free interactive community event! Attendees will receive free entrance to the Mayborn Museum for the duration of the event.

STEMfest Community Stroll

July 16, 6-9 p.m.  |  Downtown Waco

Ages: High School and beyond

Stroll through Downtown Waco for a free behind-the-scenes experience at your favorite local businesses to discover how their work connects to STEM in our community.