- Border Conference: Legal Updates in Special Education
Our Region 19 Annual Border Conference provides an opportunity to gain the current legal information with respect to students served in Special Education. This information supports your district and campus in staying in compliance. Key information is presented to you by renown attorneys in the field of school law practicing in Texas.
This program has been approved for 5 clock hours of continuing education credit by the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (TSHA). Social Worker's CEUs (5 hrs.)
SPACE IS LIMITED!
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Parking for this conference is available for free in the Starlight Event Center parking garage.
- 2025 West Texas Social Studies Congress
4th Annual WTSSC
- Annual Region 19 West Texas STEAM Conference
Region 19 is excited to present our second West Texas STEAM/STEM conference.
Please note that registration to the conference starts at 7:30am and the conference will begin at 8:00.
- Region 19 Behavior Conference 2026
The Region 19 Behavior Conference 2026 is a dynamic, one-day professional learning event dedicated to equipping educators and school support personnel with strategies that prioritize relationships as the foundation for academic and behavioral success. Guided by this year's theme “Connection Before Content,” this conference emphasizes the power of trust, belonging, and authentic engagement as the first step toward learning.
Participants will explore evidence-based practices and real-world tools that foster safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for all students. Breakout sessions will feature topics such as Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), trauma-informed approaches, restorative practices, social-emotional learning (SEL), and relationship-centered classroom management. From Tier 1 proactive strategies to individualized supports, the conference will highlight how meaningful connections can transform behavior, engagement, and achievement.
- Empowering Perceptions Conference 2025
Join parents, educators, specialists, and advocates as we unite to explore strategies that uplift every learner. This event will empower participants with tools to support academic achievement, prepare students for future living success, and foster effective communication during IEP meetings.
Topics Include:
• Academic Success Strategies for Diverse Learners
• Transition Planning: Life Skills & Independent Living
• Strengthening Home-School Collaboration
• Navigating Effective & Empowering IEP Meetings
• Culturally Responsive Advocacy
• Using Positive Behavior Supports for Long-Term Growth
Dates: October 28, 2025
Times: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: ESC R19 Head Start Multipurpose Center
11670 Chito Samaniego
- 28th Annual FACES Conference
This year’s FACES Conference is dedicated to equipping families, educators, and community members with tools and knowledge to support student success while facing real-world challenges. Through sessions on military CCMR, first offender programs, substance use awareness, Narcan training, human trafficking prevention, dyslexia, mental health, opioid misuse, positive behavior supports, understanding disability categories, and resources for military families, we aim to empower parents and communities to create safer, stronger, and more supportive environments where every child can thrive.
- miniCAST STEAM Workshops
MiniCAST 2025, the oldest STEAM professional development opportunity in the El Paso area, has been empowering educators since 1998. By fostering a deeper comprehension of the interconnectedness of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, miniCAST has made a profound impact on the region's educational landscape. With over 70 workshops, 40 vendors, keynote speakers, and more, mini CAST replicates the excitement of major "out-of-town" conferences into a single, engaging day of learning. This year's miniCAST will continue this tradition! We eagerly anticipate your presence there!
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