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Save the date! Join us in Denton Feb. 5-7 for our 62nd Annual Conference. TCTELA is accepting applications for Presentation Proposals for the 2027 Conference by 9/7/26. Hope to see you there! Link to apply: ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/p…
Somewhere between every page... there's a story that shaped you, and someone who needs to hear it. 📖 The call is open for Between the Páginas at #TCTELA2027! Slots are LIMITED. Deadline: August 6. 🔗 tinyurl.com/betweenthepagina…
Take the Stage. Present your theme. Share the books that carry it. If you have a collection of books and a theme your heart keeps returning to, we would love to hear from you. Apply by August 6! #WelcomingWonder #ELATeacher
We are thrilled to reveal the incredible speaker lineup for the 2027 TCTELA Annual Conference! Join us in Denton, TX, Feb. 5–7
📅 Mark Your Calendars:
* 🗓️ Late July: Registration officially opens
* ⏰ December 11: Early bird pricing deadline
#TCTELA2027 #TexasTeachers #ELAR
TCTELA PD2Teach is hosting an excellent PD opportunity for co-teaching with pre-service teachers. Join us June 24 3-4pm via Zoom. Check out link in bio for registration!
This Saturday! Join TCTELA to learn more about the upcoming changes under HB1605 and see how you can still advocate going forward.
June 20 | 9AM | Zoom
Registration link in our Linktree
linktr.ee/TCTELAlink
#TCTELA #SBOE #HB1605 #elateachers
Co-Teaching with Preservice Teachers in ELAR
June 24, 2026
3-4 PM via Zoom
What if your preservice teacher wasn't just observing—but actively teaching alongside you? Join us on June 24th to learn effective strategies in supporting a pre-service teacher through co-teaching!
TCTELA’s Summer Legislative Update is coming — and you don’t want to miss it. 📋
We’re partnering with Kelley Thomas of @RaiseYourHandTX to break down what recent state policy means for your RLA classroom in 26-27 and beyond.
Plus: breakout rooms, a call to action, and a book giveaway. 📚
June 20 | 9AM | Zoom
Register at the link in our bio.
#TCTELA #SBOE #HB1605 #ELATeacher
Summer is here and so is the perfect time to join TCTELA.
While the school year winds down, our community doesn’t stop. Connect with fellow ELA educators, access resources, and show up stronger in August.
Join us this June. linktr.ee/TCTELAlinks
#TCTELA #TexasELA #ELATeacher
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TCTELA is proud to announce our 2026–2028 Rising Leader Cohort!
✨ Francisco Faticati
✨ Lucresy Goff
✨ Vanessa Sebro
✨ Ranyah Hindi
#TCTELA #RisingLeaders #TexasELA
The literary works list is posted. The vote is not yet complete.
First-reading approval happened in April. The next vote is the week of June 22nd. Public comments close June 15.
Review and comment: 🔗 tinyurl.com/viewandcomment
Every voice counts. 💙
#TCTELA #HB1605 #TexasTeachers #SBOETexas
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So proud to see @ErikaNSanders recognized as part of the @TCTELA Dream Cohort! 🎉 Her leadership, passion for literacy, and commitment to supporting teachers and students continue to make an impact far beyond our district. So well deserved!
Beyond proud to celebrate one of our incredible literacy specialists, @ErikaNSanders, on being selected for the @TCTELA Dream Cohort! 🎉📚
Erika is a strong leader, dedicated team member, and passionate advocate for literacy instruction. This recognition is so well deserved!
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The American Library Association and Banned Books Week Coalition today unveiled the #BannedBooksWeek 2026 artwork. The theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.”
NCTE is a BBW cosponsor and longtime BBWC member. Learn more and get resources: bit.ly/48A2kqJ
ALT The image is a promotional banner for Banned Books Week, occurring from October 4-10, 2026. It features the phrases "Banned Books Week," "Let Books Be," and "Protect the Freedom to Read." It includes the logo of the American Library Association and the website ALA.org/BBooks.
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Day!
During #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we celebrate every teacher for your dedication, passion, and the countless ways you make a difference. Thank you for inspiring us all.
Enter to win a signed print, a book, and NCTE merch: bit.ly/4n6EgS8
ALT A promotional image for Teacher Appreciation Week 2026. It shows a black tote bag with colorful text saying "I'm a Page Turner" and "NCTE" and filled with items. Text reads, "Enter to win an NCTE gift bag." The background is green with the NCTE logo.
💡 Got an idea worth sharing? Learn how to turn it into a featured session at the 2027 TCTELA Conference.
From Idea to Impact: TCTELA 2027 Proposal Workshop
📅 May 22 | 5–6 PM | Zoom
First-time presenter or seasoned speaker — this one’s for you. ✨
👉 tctela.configio.com/pd/184/f…
Texas Educators: Your Voice Matters Right Now
On May 11, the Texas House Public Education Committee will meet to discuss the State of Education in Texas—including academic outcomes, instructional practices, and recent legislation.
This is your chance to speak up.
💬Written public comments are OPEN to all Texas residents
⏱️Takes just 5–10 minutes
🗓️Deadline: May 11
👉Submit your testimony here: comments.house.texas.gov/hom…
👉Check out TCTELA’s Guided Testimony Prompts to get started: docs.google.com/document/d/1…
