â May Star of the Month! â
Join us in celebrating Kerri Pierce, Principal at Main Street Elementary in Taylor ISD, as our May ESC Region 13 Star of the Month. Her dedication to continuous improvement has created a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth across her campus.
What truly sets Kerri apart is her âgo get themâ attitude and unwavering commitment to excellence. She is both self-driven and data-driven, always seeking new ways to support teachers, elevate student outcomes, and grow as a leader herself.
Congratulations, Kerri, and thank you for the incredible impact you make in your school community. â
Now is your chance! Registration is still open for the Literacy Summit: The Power of the Page and the full schedule is live!
Join educators at ESC Region 13 in Austin for a full day of literacy-focused professional learning featuring sessions designed to support reading and writing instruction across grade levels and content areas.
This yearâs Summit includes a keynote presentation from Penny Kittle, author and literacy educator known for her work in reading engagement, writing instruction, and adolescent literacy.
Explore the schedule and secure your spot: esc13.info/literacy-summit
May 28, 2026
ESC Region 13 | Austin, TX
6 CPE Credits | $175
Meet the EEL Team: PART 1 âď¸
Meet the Educator Evaluation and Leadership (EEL) Team.
At ESC Region 13, EEL is all about supporting leaders. From former teachers to instructional coaches to campus administrators, this team brings real campus experience to leadership development and evaluation.
Want to learn more about how EEL supports leaders across the region? Visit esc13.info/EEL-info.
Strong classroom support starts with well-equipped paraprofessionals.đ
Our Paraprofessional Virtual Institute and Training-of-Trainers opportunities are designed to help educational aides and district leaders build the knowledge, strategies, and confidence needed to support student success.
Learn More: esc13.net/services/paraprofessional-certification
What makes learning truly effective and engaging for students and teachers alike?
Join Bryan Goodwin, founder of The McREL Institute at ESC Region 13 and author of "The New Classroom Instruction That Works", as a keynote speaker at the 10th Annual Instructional Coaching Convention.
Bryan Goodwinâs work blends brain science and classroom research to help educators strengthen instructional practices and improve student learning outcomes. His keynote will provide instructional coaches and education leaders with practical insights grounded in research and real-world application.
Learn more about the convention and register here: events.esc13.net/icc
Strong systems donât end when the school year does.
As campuses prepare for summer, intentional end-of-year closeout practices can help preserve momentum, support smoother transitions, and reduce stress heading into next year.
Swipe through for strategies to support continuity and access a free End-of-Year Systems Closeout Planning Sheet in the full blog post.
Read the blog post at: esc13.info/end-of-year-closeout
We know what teachers really wantâŚ
Engaging, low-prep strategies that work across grade levels and content areas!
Join us for a dynamic, hands-on session exploring EduProtocols, powerful instructional frameworks that promote student collaboration, critical thinking, and literacy development.
Learn more and register at: esc13.info/eduprotocols
Creative expression is key to helping advanced learners thrive. Our gifted and talented teachers get to experience the hands-on fun that comes with developing products, while also learning how to create those same experiences for students in the classroom.
Come create with us at one of our in-person offerings this summer. Learn more about ESC Region 13âs gifted and talented online courses and workshops at esc13.info/gifted-talented đ
This summer, Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, K-12 offers a three-day, hands-on experience grounded in Dr. Peter Liljedahlâs research. Explore 11 high-impact practices that increase student participation, deepen mathematical thinking, and strengthen collaboration.
Learn how to implement thinking tasks, form visibly random groups, use vertical non-permanent surfaces, defront the classroom, and consolidate learning from student work. Walk away with practical strategies you can apply immediately.
Each participant receives a copy of "Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K-12".
đ June 2-4 or July 27-29
đ Register at esc13.info/BTC
May is here, bringing new opportunities to learn, grow, and stay connected with what matters most this month.
Swipe through to see whatâs coming up and reserve your spot.
Learn more and register at ecampus.esc13.net
Get to know Keynote Speaker Walker Raney as he sits down with Monica to share his perspective and experiences ahead of the Building Better Behavior Conference on June 5.
The Building Better Behavior Conference empowers Pre-K through 12th grade educators with targeted sessions and actionable strategies to support positive behavior and learning environments.
Register before May 8 to receive 20% off with code "Early Bird".
Learn more and register: esc13.net/events/building-better-behavior-conference
May is here, bringing new opportunities to grow through workshops designed to support you this semester.
Swipe through to explore everything coming up this month. Learn more and register at ecampus.esc13.net
