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## [Navigating Military Pathways](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/navigating-military-pathways-blog)

 Posted by [Jared Garza - Network Marketing Coordinator](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/jared-garza-network-marketing-coordinator) on Apr 14, 2026, 1:25:35 PM

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### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators*

On April 14, we hosted a fascinating session exploring military pathways. Scholarship and Enrollment Officer Omar Cruz from The University of Texas at Austin guided attendees through enlistment options – including U.S. Army Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard – and highlighted opportunities to serve while pursuing college. He also discussed scholarship benefits available through the U.S. Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) programs.

Technical Sergeant Joshua Schlegel of the United States Air Force also joined us to share how service members can build meaningful careers in the air force while accessing valuable education and training benefits.

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 Topics: [Webinar](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/webinar), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school), [Texas OnCourse Academy](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/texas-oncourse-academy), [Military Enlistment and Careers](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/military-enlistment-and-careers)

## [Fresh Tools: Insider Look into the Updated Texas OnCourse Academy](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/fresh-tools-insider-look-into-the-updated-texas-oncourse-academy)

 Posted by [Jared Garza - Network Marketing Coordinator](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/author/jared-garza-network-marketing-coordinator) on Nov 21, 2025, 2:20:41 PM

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### *Digital Learning Opportunities for Educators*

Hello, educators! On November 18, we hosted an engaging session showcasing the new and refreshed [Texas OnCourse Academy](https://texasoncourse.org/educators/educator-development/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.    

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 Topics: [Middle School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/middle-school), [Webinar](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/webinar), [High School](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/high-school), [Texas OnCourse Academy](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/texas-oncourse-academy), [College and Career Readiness Resources](https://blog.texasoncourse.org/educator/tag/college-and-career-readiness-resources)

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