Reading aloud isn’t just for little ones; it’s a superpower teachers can use in any K–12 classroom. When we mix in think-alouds, students don’t just listen—they think, wonder, and grow as readers. Why Read-Alouds Matter Reading aloud shows students what fluent reading...
Category - Classroom Instruction
Our classroom instruction articles focus on management, high quality lesson planning and delivering, and research backed strategies and tips for educators.
When you hear the word “retrieval,” what do you think of? Perhaps the recalling of information or a golden retriever fetching and...
As an educator, you may wonder how to make the most of all the resources your district provides. If your district provides subscription access to the...
How Administrators Can Support Uncertified Teachers Under HB 2
With the passage of House Bill 2 (HB 2), the timeline for uncertified teachers is changing quickly. For school administration, this means now is the...
As educators, we’re always looking for ways to streamline planning, align instruction to standards, and support student learning with clarity...
If you are wondering how to earn a Texas teacher certificate with a foreign degree, you’re in the right place! At the ESC Region 13 Educator...
In the fall of 2024, a group of K-12 science teachers in Marble Falls ISD signed up to be a part of the Science Vertical Instructional Team (VIT)...
Why Stakeholder Engagement is Crucial to TIA
Stakeholder engagement is essential to implementing the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). TIA’s success and sustainability rely on...
Using Data for Teacher Incentive Allotment Success
When it comes to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), using data isn’t just a requirement; it’s the foundation of reliability, equity...
Your Path To The Classroom: ECP Applications Open
The Education Service Center Region 13 Educator Certification Program (ECP) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. If...
