The Texas OnCourse Blog

There’s never been a better time for you to check out the Texas OnCourse Academy. If you've been a loyal Academy user for the past couple of years, you may have noticed we redesigned this online professional development tool over the summer. If you're brand new to the Academy, this free resource offers a variety of learning modules to help you guide your students through college and career decisions. We’re excited to share some of the most useful features of the new Academy with you.

The start of a new school year brings a lot of excitement, along with a good amount of stress. As a high school counselor, I know that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed… especially if you’re the lone counselor on campus.  

Once a year we open our leader fellowship to a new cohort of movers and shakers in college and career readiness. These Texas educators excel in their schools and communities. They represent a solid dedication to education, a commitment to their students, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Some people think that the winter holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but we know the truth. For educators, SUMMER is the most wonderful time of year! Several consecutive weeks off, with a lot more freedom than usual. Educators still spend time preparing for the next school year, but they are (hopefully) able to sleep in a little bit later, travel, spend time with their families, and enjoy any number of activities that might otherwise be too hectic to partake in during the school year. Talk about a much-deserved break!