Region 5 ESC

The Rural Opportunities in Computer Science (ROCS) project will recruit and support a cohort of up to 15 educators who currently do not teach computer science to grow their CS knowledge and skills, enabling them to teach high school computer science courses via the Microsoft FarmBeats curriculum. This resource has been aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Agriculture, 6th grade Technology Applications, 7th grade Science, and 8th grade Science.

June 30 - July 1, 2025

Face-to-Face Session

8:30am - 3:30pm

CLICK HERE NOW TO APPLY FOR REGISTRATION!

Registration priority will be given to classroom teachers of middle grades science, technology applications, STEM, and/or ag science courses.

FarmBeats for Students is a hands-on educational program that brings precision agriculture directly into the classroom. The program consists of an affordable hardware kit and a no-cost curriculum aligned with rigorous educational standards. Activities have been designed to give students direct experience with topics like digital sensors, data analysis, and artificial intelligence (AI). Cultivating a new generation of talent in these fields will be critical to feed a growing population while conserving the planet’s limited resources. FarmBeats for Students empowers educators to inspire their students with the exciting possibilities at the intersection of technology, agriculture, and sustainability

Participating teachers will receive a $600 stipend and 5 Microsoft Farm Beats Kits after completing the 2-day training. Lunch will be provided both days of training.

May 7, 2025

Face-to-face Session

9:00am - 12:00pm

Fee: $75

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #546141

District and Campus Leaders:

The Future of Educational Leadership is Here.
Are You Ready? Generative AI is rapidly transforming every aspect of education. Join friEdTech for discussion to empower you to lead the charge, equipping your district or campus with the tools and strategies to thrive in this new era.

• Gain a competitive edge: Discover how AI can unlock new levels of efficiency, innovation, and student success.
• Prepare for the future: Understand the evolving landscape of AI in education and anticipate its impact on your role.
• Lead with confidence: Develop the skills and knowledge to guide your team in harnessing the power of AI.

Audience: Superintendents, Principals, Technology Directors, Instructional Technology Coordinators

September 16, 2025

Face-to-face Session

8:30am - 3:30pm

Fee: $150

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #546131

Join friEdTech for a transformative session focused on leveraging artificial intelligence in education.

Topics explored will include:

• Beyond the Red Pen with AI: Revolutionizing feedback for ELA.
• Creating Custom Instructional Materials with AI: Tailoring learning resources for diverse student needs.
• Differentiation Made Possible: Enhancing lesson planning with AI.
• Ctrl + AI + Delight Ideal for all educators introduces the practical use of generative AI in teaching. Learners explore its strengths and limitations, learn effective prompting techniques, and compare popular AI chatbots.

May 8, 2025

Face-to-Face Session

8:30am - 3:30pm

Fee: $150

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #538641

Hey, F·R·I·E·N·D·S!

Canva for Education is a powerful design tool that allows you and your students to create visually stunning designs. In this session, you will learn everything that Canva has to offer and specific ways to integrate Canva into your curriculum to create an engaging, student-centered classroom!

This session will be followed by a Product Creation time where you will apply what you've learned to your lessons and receive one-on-one assistance!

Audience: K-12 teachers, instructional technology coaches/coordinators, librarians

May 7, 2025

11:00am - 11:30am

Ignite Learning: Discovery Education Immersive Learning

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #562196

May 14, 2025

11:00am - 11:30am

Ignite Learning: Discovery Education More for Your Core

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #562206

May 21, 2025

11:00am - 11:30am

June 24-25, 2025

Face-to-Face Conference

8:30am - 3:30pm

Fee: $250

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #530962

Join us for an engaging conference designed to equip school leaders and educators with effective, data-driven strategies to enhance student learning and achievement. This conference will offer specialized tracks for leadership, math teachers, science teachers, RLA teachers, and social studies teachers, focusing on key areas such as data disaggregation, student engagement, using data to inform instruction, and assessment best practices. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to analyze student data effectively, tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and implement assessments that drive meaningful growth.

Sessions will be led by these dynamic partners:

• Texas Education Agency
• ESC 5 Content and SPED Program Coordinators
• DMAC
• eduphoria!
• Curipod
• Discovery Education
• Sirius Education

October 14, 2025

Face-to-face Session

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Fee: $50

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1, 2025

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION # 560024

Join us for a session designed specifically for district and campus testing coordinators and administrators to navigate and utilize DMAC reports effectively. This session will focus on the key reports needed for local assessments and STAAR testing, ensuring you can access, analyze, and interpret critical data to support student success. Participants will explore best practices for generating, customizing, and using DMAC reports to monitor student performance, track growth, and make data-driven decisions. Whether you are new to DMAC or looking to refine your reporting skills, this hands-on session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed for efficient test coordination and data analysis.

October 15, 2025

Face-to-face Session

8:30am - 11:30am

Fee: $75

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1, 2025

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION # 560297

This session is designed for administrators overseeing the Texas Incentive Allotment (TIA) to explore the powerful features of the DMAC T-TESS Appraisals application. Participants will learn how to effectively document, manage, and analyze appraisal data to support teacher designation decisions and maximize TIA funding opportunities. The session will cover best practices for setting up appraisal templates, tracking educator performance, and generating reports that align with TIA requirements. Whether you are new to DMAC Appraisals or looking to optimize its use for TIA, this workshop will provide practical insights to streamline your evaluation processes and ensure compliance with state guidelines.

November 19, 2025

Face-to-face Session

12:30pm - 3:30pm

Fee: FREE

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1, 2025

REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION # 559639

Informed decisions lead to student growth—and, DMAC can help with that! Learn how to use various DMAC applications to compare local and state data. Analyze the validity of local tests, look at student-level data, create and track custom student groups and much more.

Register for upcoming trainings or access past recordings!

Virtual trainings provided by DMAC are FREE to attend and hosted via Zoom. Please use a larger screen, when possible, to better see the software tools provided.

WEBINARS are 1 hour or less and are scheduled with a general overview of a topic or series of topics and may include live Q&A with our expert specialists. Can't attend the live webinar? Register anyway, and eduphoria will send you a copy of the recording after the event.

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Be sure to check the TexQuest training calendar often for all the TexQuest sessions being hosted across the state.

Educators may attend ANY TexQuest training session at any ESC!