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Goal - [Jobs and Careers](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-jobs-and-careers/) - [College Planning](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-college-planning/) - [Applying to College](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-applying-to-college/) - [Endorsements](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-endorsements/) - [Finances](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-finances/) - [Graduation Requirements](https://texasoncourse.org/students-and-families/goal-graduation-requirements/) # The Texas OnCourse Educator Blog ## [ADVi Advisor Insights](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/advi-advisor-insights-unweaving-webs-of-myths-around-college-applications-blog) Posted by [Stephanie Maldonado](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/stephanie-maldonado) on Oct 7, 2026, 11:56:22 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/hubfs/ADVi%20Marketing%20Image_2025-10-22.png)](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/advi-advisor-insights-unweaving-webs-of-myths-around-college-applications-blog)  **Unweaving Webs of Myths Around College Applications**  [Read More](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/advi-advisor-insights-unweaving-webs-of-myths-around-college-applications-blog) Topics: [Applying to College](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/applying-to-college), [College Planning](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/college-planning), [Students and Families](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/students-and-families), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school) ## [Get Ready for Free College Application Week 2026!](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/get-ready-for-free-college-application-week-2026-blog) Posted by [Jared Garza - Network Marketing Coordinator](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/jared-garza-network-marketing-coordinator) on Sep 24, 2026, 5:18:44 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Texas OnCourse Professional Learning Series logo and banner](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/hubfs/Updated%20Email%20Banners-3%20(1).png)](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/get-ready-for-free-college-application-week-2026-blog) ### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators* On September 15, we hosted a Professional Learning Series session focused on preparing educators and students for Free College Application Week 2026. Christy Manouelian, Program Manager for the ApplyTexas Applicant Portal, provided an overview of portal updates and shared how the ApplyTexas team is preparing for increased demand during Free College Application Week. Gladis Rodriguez, Program Specialist for College and Career Advising, showcased the new Free College Application Week Toolkit, which provides resources and strategies to help educators engage with students and families. Marie Bridgeman, College and Career Advisor at Hutto High School, also shared how their district prepares students to make the most of Free College Application Week. [Read More](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/get-ready-for-free-college-application-week-2026-blog) Topics: [Webinar](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/webinar), [Applying to College](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/applying-to-college), [College Planning](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/college-planning), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school), [ApplyTexas](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/applytexas), [Free College Application Week](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/free-college-application-week) ## [Empowering Texans with My Texas Future and Direct Admissions](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/empowering-texans-with-my-texas-future-and-direct-admissions) Posted by [Jared Garza - Network Marketing Coordinator](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/jared-garza-network-marketing-coordinator) on Sep 12, 2025, 1:17:46 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/hubfs/TXOC_Profesional-Learning_banner_560x250_01Updated.jpg)](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/empowering-texans-with-my-texas-future-and-direct-admissions) ### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators* Hello, educators! On September 9, we hosted an inspiring session highlighting how [My Texas Future](http://www.mytexasfuture.org) and [Direct Admissions](https://www.mytexasfuture.org/middle-high-school/direct-admissions/) are helping students take charge of their postsecondary journeys. Daniela Carrillo from THECB joined us to share insights on My Texas Future’s core values and spotlight key toolslike the [Career Explorer](https://www.mytexasfuture.org/career-explorer/), which allows users to explore over 1,000 job titles by career name, cluster, salary range, and more!This is our session recap:  [Read More](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/empowering-texans-with-my-texas-future-and-direct-admissions) Topics: [Webinar](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/webinar), [Jobs and Careers](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/jobs-and-careers), [Applying to College](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/applying-to-college), [College Planning](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/college-planning), [Educators](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/educators), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school), [My Texas Future](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/my-texas-future) ## [Simplifying the College Application Process with ApplyTexas and My Texas Future](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/simplifying-the-college-application-process-with-applytexas-and-my-texas-future) Posted by [Jared Garza - Network Marketing Coordinator](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/jared-garza-network-marketing-coordinator) on Aug 19, 2025, 12:27:28 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/hubfs/TXOC_Profesional-Learning_banner_560x250_01Updated.jpg)](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/simplifying-the-college-application-process-with-applytexas-and-my-texas-future) ### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators* Hello, educators! We had an amazing session on August 12 showcasing how ApplyTexas and My Texas Future have simplified the college application process for students across Texas! Our expert guest speakers from THECB shared supportive resources and tips for navigating through ApplyTexas and My Texas Future, which included a live demonstration of the Applicant Portal and the Counselor Suite. Session recap:    [Read More](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/simplifying-the-college-application-process-with-applytexas-and-my-texas-future) Topics: [Webinar](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/webinar), [Applying to College](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/applying-to-college), [College Planning](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/college-planning), [Educators](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/educators), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school) ## [The New ApplyTexas Application Is Ready!](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/august-professional-learning-series-the-new-applytexas-application-is-ready) Posted by [Lara Gueguen - Director of Professional Learning & Engagement](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/lara-gueguen-director-of-professional-learning-engagement) on Aug 20, 2024, 10:29:14 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/hubfs/TXOC%20Professional%20Learning%20Series%20Header_1200x675_01%20Updated-1.png)](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/august-professional-learning-series-the-new-applytexas-application-is-ready) ### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators* We are excited to re-launch our Educator Blogs for the 24-25 school year, kicking off with a fresh new [ApplyTexas](https://www.applytexas.org/) application for the Class of 2025 and beyond! Many of you joined us to see the new student experience on August 13th. During this [webinar](https://youtu.be/OQ2LuSNo-6Y?si=EuqMakcQXX7XMyDq), staff from the THECB took a look at the improved application, the Counselor Suite, and the Administrative Portal for ApplyTexas. 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