The Texas OnCourse Educator Blog

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello, educators! On February 10, we hosted an engaging and informative session highlighting the Texas Transfer Framework and community college resources from Austin Community College (ACC). Staff from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) and ACC shared insights on how these tools support student success across the state. Special guest Dr. Wynn Rosser, Commissioner and CEO of the THECB, provided an overview of how the THECB is expanding the reach of higher education in Texas, including tools for students and families to make data-informed decisions about what comes next in their educational journeys.   

Topics: Webinar, High School, College and Career Readiness Resources, Dual Credit, Texas Transfer Framework

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello, educators! On November 18, we hosted an engaging session showcasing the new and refreshed Texas OnCourse Academy. THECB’s Jamie Bell and Samantha Gonzalez walked us through updated competencies, modules, and interactives, and shared helpful tips and resources to enhance your Academy experience.    

Topics: Middle School, Webinar, High School, Texas OnCourse Academy, College and Career Readiness Resources

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello, educators! We had an amazing session on May 13 showcasing techniques on how to collaborate with colleagues, families, and communities across your campus and district. Our expert guest speakers from ACT and Bastrop ISD shared supportive resources and tips on how to create a solid foundation on college and career readiness. Here’s a brief recap of our session:     

Topics: Webinar, College Planning, Educators, High School, College and Career Readiness Resources

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello, educators! We had an amazing session on March 11 showcasing updates and resources for the Texas OnCourse College and Career Readiness Curriculum. Our expert guest speakers from Texas OnCourse and Tom C. Clark High School shared lesson plan structures, teaching strategies, and online student modules to support your students in their career exploration process. Here’s a brief recap of our session:   

Topics: Webinar, College Planning, Educators, High School, Scholarships, College and Career Readiness Resources, Curriculum Resources

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello educators! We had a wonderful session on October8 for advising students with disabilities.Chris Nelson, Transition Specialist at the Education Service Center for Region 13,showcased the latest updates and procedures to best serve special education students in Texas.Here’s a brief recap of the session:    

Topics: Webinar, College Planning, Educators, High School, College and Career Readiness Resources, Special Education

Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators

Hello educators! We had a wonderful session on September 10 discussing the SAT, ACT, and TSIA2.During this webinar, staff from the College Board, ACT, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board showcasedthe latest updates and procedures regardingcollege readiness assessments, including an announcement from ACT that 59 universities have reinstated the use of standardized test scores including UT Austin.Here’s a brief recap of the session:  

Topics: Webinar, College Planning, Educators, High School, Entrance Exams, College and Career Readiness Resources