We are incredibly TCTELA proud of our own @drannd.bsky.social for her critical work as a contributing editor on this vital resource. This book offers crucial research for all educators navigating intellectual freedom challenges in the classroom.
Preorder your copy today: my.ncte.org/s/product-de...
Preorder your copy today: my.ncte.org/s/product-de...
October 9, 2025 at 10:06 PM
We are incredibly TCTELA proud of our own @drannd.bsky.social for her critical work as a contributing editor on this vital resource. This book offers crucial research for all educators navigating intellectual freedom challenges in the classroom.
Preorder your copy today: my.ncte.org/s/product-de...
Preorder your copy today: my.ncte.org/s/product-de...
#TCTELA extends many congratulations to our Teacher of the Year honorees! 🌟 #TCTELA2025
February 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM
#TCTELA extends many congratulations to our Teacher of the Year honorees! 🌟 #TCTELA2025
#TCTELA is very grateful for its ongoing partnership with the Texas Education Agency in keeping our attendees well-informed of Reading Language Arts updates impacting instruction.
Many thanks goes to Chelaine Marion for presenting this pertinent information at our conference. #TCTELA2025
Many thanks goes to Chelaine Marion for presenting this pertinent information at our conference. #TCTELA2025
February 7, 2025 at 8:07 PM
#TCTELA is very grateful for its ongoing partnership with the Texas Education Agency in keeping our attendees well-informed of Reading Language Arts updates impacting instruction.
Many thanks goes to Chelaine Marion for presenting this pertinent information at our conference. #TCTELA2025
Many thanks goes to Chelaine Marion for presenting this pertinent information at our conference. #TCTELA2025
February 7, 2025 at 5:26 PM
#TCTELA and @macmillanpubusa.bsky.social are holding a 60-60 Giveaway on Thursday and Friday. The first 60 attendees who check in for #TCTELA2025 on Thursday and Friday will receive a free book to add to their personal library.
Be sure to stop by the Expo Registration Desk for a chance to win.
Be sure to stop by the Expo Registration Desk for a chance to win.
February 5, 2025 at 12:05 PM
#TCTELA and @macmillanpubusa.bsky.social are holding a 60-60 Giveaway on Thursday and Friday. The first 60 attendees who check in for #TCTELA2025 on Thursday and Friday will receive a free book to add to their personal library.
Be sure to stop by the Expo Registration Desk for a chance to win.
Be sure to stop by the Expo Registration Desk for a chance to win.
The Summer 2025 issue of Texas Voices is live! 🌟 Featuring a piece on authentic assessments by Pres. @eva-goins.bsky.social + a moving tribute to Kylene Beers by Past Pres. Amanda Palmer.
Read here ➡️ www.tctela.org/texas-voices
#TCTELA #TexasVoices
Read here ➡️ www.tctela.org/texas-voices
#TCTELA #TexasVoices
September 3, 2025 at 12:14 AM
The Summer 2025 issue of Texas Voices is live! 🌟 Featuring a piece on authentic assessments by Pres. @eva-goins.bsky.social + a moving tribute to Kylene Beers by Past Pres. Amanda Palmer.
Read here ➡️ www.tctela.org/texas-voices
#TCTELA #TexasVoices
Read here ➡️ www.tctela.org/texas-voices
#TCTELA #TexasVoices
Here’s your sign to try from #TCTELA VP-Elect @heatherreads.bsky.social!
August 25, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Here’s your sign to try from #TCTELA VP-Elect @heatherreads.bsky.social!
#TCTELA High School Section Chair @zainabjabak.bsky.social welcomes #TCTELA2025 keynote, the incomparable, trailblazing instructional leader and advocate, @KateRoberts to the stage.
February 7, 2025 at 3:24 PM
#TCTELA High School Section Chair @zainabjabak.bsky.social welcomes #TCTELA2025 keynote, the incomparable, trailblazing instructional leader and advocate, @KateRoberts to the stage.
🚨 ATTENTION PRESERVICE TEACHERS! 🚨
The deadline for the 2026 TCTELA Preservice Teacher Grant Application has been extended! This is a fantastic learning grant that covers conference attendance in exchange for working different aspects of the conference.
ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/p102vk...
The deadline for the 2026 TCTELA Preservice Teacher Grant Application has been extended! This is a fantastic learning grant that covers conference attendance in exchange for working different aspects of the conference.
ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/p102vk...
October 10, 2025 at 10:52 AM
🚨 ATTENTION PRESERVICE TEACHERS! 🚨
The deadline for the 2026 TCTELA Preservice Teacher Grant Application has been extended! This is a fantastic learning grant that covers conference attendance in exchange for working different aspects of the conference.
ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/p102vk...
The deadline for the 2026 TCTELA Preservice Teacher Grant Application has been extended! This is a fantastic learning grant that covers conference attendance in exchange for working different aspects of the conference.
ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/p102vk...
Don’t forget to relive the incredible moments from our 2023 and 2024 conferences! Visit the TCTELA Snapshot Showcase in the TCTELA Sections Depot: Snapshot Showcase linked here: tctela.configio.com/ct/816/45786...
Like, share, and tag us—we can’t wait to connect with you!
Like, share, and tag us—we can’t wait to connect with you!
TCTELA est. 1965 (@tctela.bsky.social)
This account is for the teacher organization called Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts. We are a state affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).
TCTELA.bsky.social
July 12, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Don’t forget to relive the incredible moments from our 2023 and 2024 conferences! Visit the TCTELA Snapshot Showcase in the TCTELA Sections Depot: Snapshot Showcase linked here: tctela.configio.com/ct/816/45786...
Like, share, and tag us—we can’t wait to connect with you!
Like, share, and tag us—we can’t wait to connect with you!
We’re back and ready to share experiences from National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)’s annual convention and so much more for our December #TCTELA All Sections Meeting on Saturday, 12/21 at 9AM.
As always, sessions are free to attend for anyone. Join us via sites.google.com/view/allsect...
As always, sessions are free to attend for anyone. Join us via sites.google.com/view/allsect...
December 2, 2024 at 6:54 PM
We’re back and ready to share experiences from National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)’s annual convention and so much more for our December #TCTELA All Sections Meeting on Saturday, 12/21 at 9AM.
As always, sessions are free to attend for anyone. Join us via sites.google.com/view/allsect...
As always, sessions are free to attend for anyone. Join us via sites.google.com/view/allsect...
We are excited to announce that the new TCTELA website will go live soon. The transition begins today and will be complete by Monday, January 20. It is possible that our site maybe down for a short time during this transition.
Let us know if you have any questions during this process.
Let us know if you have any questions during this process.
January 13, 2025 at 2:23 PM
We are excited to announce that the new TCTELA website will go live soon. The transition begins today and will be complete by Monday, January 20. It is possible that our site maybe down for a short time during this transition.
Let us know if you have any questions during this process.
Let us know if you have any questions during this process.
TCTELA Rising Leaders 2025-2027: Position 1 goes to Shalania Levy a District Literacy Specialist in Humble ISD.
Learn more about her in the image!
Learn more about her in the image!
June 4, 2025 at 2:20 AM
TCTELA Rising Leaders 2025-2027: Position 1 goes to Shalania Levy a District Literacy Specialist in Humble ISD.
Learn more about her in the image!
Learn more about her in the image!
@kdedmundson Thanks! But TCTELA was one city and a book tour is often 6 to 10 times that. It catches up with you.
January 15, 2025 at 11:26 AM
@kdedmundson Thanks! But TCTELA was one city and a book tour is often 6 to 10 times that. It catches up with you.
Congratulations to our #TCTELA Punch Card Giveaway Winners. Each of these educators submitted a completed punchcard on Sunday and won a $20 Starbucks gift card! #TCTELA2025
February 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Congratulations to our #TCTELA Punch Card Giveaway Winners. Each of these educators submitted a completed punchcard on Sunday and won a $20 Starbucks gift card! #TCTELA2025
How about that #TCTELA 2024 Teachers of the Year cohort? Looking forward to announcing and celebrating these next wave of honorees for #TCTELA2025.
#TCTELAThrowback
#TCTELAThrowback
January 16, 2025 at 6:48 PM
How about that #TCTELA 2024 Teachers of the Year cohort? Looking forward to announcing and celebrating these next wave of honorees for #TCTELA2025.
#TCTELAThrowback
#TCTELAThrowback
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1️⃣ Open link in Chrome.
2️⃣ Tap the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
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1️⃣ Open link in Chrome.
2️⃣ Tap the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
3️⃣ Select Add to Home Screen.
4️⃣ Name it something recognizable (e.g., "TCTELA 2025").
5️⃣ Tap Add, and it’ll appear as an icon on your home screen for quick access!
February 4, 2025 at 11:25 PM
📱For Android (Chrome Users):
1️⃣ Open link in Chrome.
2️⃣ Tap the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
3️⃣ Select Add to Home Screen.
4️⃣ Name it something recognizable (e.g., "TCTELA 2025").
5️⃣ Tap Add, and it’ll appear as an icon on your home screen for quick access!
1️⃣ Open link in Chrome.
2️⃣ Tap the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
3️⃣ Select Add to Home Screen.
4️⃣ Name it something recognizable (e.g., "TCTELA 2025").
5️⃣ Tap Add, and it’ll appear as an icon on your home screen for quick access!
🧵 THREAD: TCTELA Position Statement in Support of Responsive Teaching
1/5 Texas districts are adopting more scripted curricula for consistency & standards alignment. We've heard your concerns about maintaining responsive teaching practices. We hear you, and we stand with you. 📚
1/5 Texas districts are adopting more scripted curricula for consistency & standards alignment. We've heard your concerns about maintaining responsive teaching practices. We hear you, and we stand with you. 📚
July 9, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🧵 THREAD: TCTELA Position Statement in Support of Responsive Teaching
1/5 Texas districts are adopting more scripted curricula for consistency & standards alignment. We've heard your concerns about maintaining responsive teaching practices. We hear you, and we stand with you. 📚
1/5 Texas districts are adopting more scripted curricula for consistency & standards alignment. We've heard your concerns about maintaining responsive teaching practices. We hear you, and we stand with you. 📚
📢 Join us for the September TCTELA All Sections Meeting on Saturday, 9/20 at 9AM CST!
This month’s focus: supporting newcomer students in need of emergent bilingual support. 🌎📚
🔗 Visit the Section Depot for the Zoom link: sites.google.com/view/allsect...
This month’s focus: supporting newcomer students in need of emergent bilingual support. 🌎📚
🔗 Visit the Section Depot for the Zoom link: sites.google.com/view/allsect...
September 1, 2025 at 3:33 PM
📢 Join us for the September TCTELA All Sections Meeting on Saturday, 9/20 at 9AM CST!
This month’s focus: supporting newcomer students in need of emergent bilingual support. 🌎📚
🔗 Visit the Section Depot for the Zoom link: sites.google.com/view/allsect...
This month’s focus: supporting newcomer students in need of emergent bilingual support. 🌎📚
🔗 Visit the Section Depot for the Zoom link: sites.google.com/view/allsect...
Let’s Spring into our monthly sections meeting!
Join us this Saturday, March 15th at 9AM for our monthly all-sections meeting. Visit the #TCTELA Sections Depot for the Zoom information and more to get you ready for this virtual gathering: sites.google.com/view/allsect... #TCTELA
Join us this Saturday, March 15th at 9AM for our monthly all-sections meeting. Visit the #TCTELA Sections Depot for the Zoom information and more to get you ready for this virtual gathering: sites.google.com/view/allsect... #TCTELA
March 11, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Let’s Spring into our monthly sections meeting!
Join us this Saturday, March 15th at 9AM for our monthly all-sections meeting. Visit the #TCTELA Sections Depot for the Zoom information and more to get you ready for this virtual gathering: sites.google.com/view/allsect... #TCTELA
Join us this Saturday, March 15th at 9AM for our monthly all-sections meeting. Visit the #TCTELA Sections Depot for the Zoom information and more to get you ready for this virtual gathering: sites.google.com/view/allsect... #TCTELA
Don't miss your chance to submit a proposal to present at the 2026 TCTELA Conference. Proposals are due by September 1!
Submission Link: tctela.configio.com/ct/855/46156...
Proposal Guide: tctela.configio.com/ct/856/46156...
Submission Link: tctela.configio.com/ct/855/46156...
Proposal Guide: tctela.configio.com/ct/856/46156...
August 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Don't miss your chance to submit a proposal to present at the 2026 TCTELA Conference. Proposals are due by September 1!
Submission Link: tctela.configio.com/ct/855/46156...
Proposal Guide: tctela.configio.com/ct/856/46156...
Submission Link: tctela.configio.com/ct/855/46156...
Proposal Guide: tctela.configio.com/ct/856/46156...
🚨 Reserve your spot to sponsor/exhibit at the 61st Annual #TCTELA Conference, Historias: Literacy Living Within Us 📚 Jan 30–Feb 1, 2026 at Kalahari Resorts, Round Rock! Details & booth registration: shows.map-dynamics.com/tctela2026/?...
September 18, 2025 at 9:21 PM
🚨 Reserve your spot to sponsor/exhibit at the 61st Annual #TCTELA Conference, Historias: Literacy Living Within Us 📚 Jan 30–Feb 1, 2026 at Kalahari Resorts, Round Rock! Details & booth registration: shows.map-dynamics.com/tctela2026/?...
Being in #TCTELA is like being part of a familia according to Ángeles Muñoz, Rising Leader and Elementary Section Chair. Read all about her experiences in the 2024-2026 cohort in this post.
To learn more about Rising Leaders and apply for our next cohort, visit docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F....
To learn more about Rising Leaders and apply for our next cohort, visit docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F....
March 4, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Being in #TCTELA is like being part of a familia according to Ángeles Muñoz, Rising Leader and Elementary Section Chair. Read all about her experiences in the 2024-2026 cohort in this post.
To learn more about Rising Leaders and apply for our next cohort, visit docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F....
To learn more about Rising Leaders and apply for our next cohort, visit docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F....
🚨 ELAR Educators of TX—This one’s for you!
Join the PD2Teach 2025 Collaborative Learning Cohort from August–January.
🧠 Expert mentorship
💻 Remote flexibility
🤝 Real collaboration
🎓 CPE hours included!
📲 Apply now: bit.ly/PD2Teach2025
#PD2Teach #TCTELA
Join the PD2Teach 2025 Collaborative Learning Cohort from August–January.
🧠 Expert mentorship
💻 Remote flexibility
🤝 Real collaboration
🎓 CPE hours included!
📲 Apply now: bit.ly/PD2Teach2025
#PD2Teach #TCTELA
June 28, 2025 at 11:45 PM
🚨 ELAR Educators of TX—This one’s for you!
Join the PD2Teach 2025 Collaborative Learning Cohort from August–January.
🧠 Expert mentorship
💻 Remote flexibility
🤝 Real collaboration
🎓 CPE hours included!
📲 Apply now: bit.ly/PD2Teach2025
#PD2Teach #TCTELA
Join the PD2Teach 2025 Collaborative Learning Cohort from August–January.
🧠 Expert mentorship
💻 Remote flexibility
🤝 Real collaboration
🎓 CPE hours included!
📲 Apply now: bit.ly/PD2Teach2025
#PD2Teach #TCTELA
This is your last chance to nominate someone for a 2026 TCTELA award! Award nominations are accepted through October 1st! Recognize someone you know who helps to keep the literacy living within others.
The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts (TCTELA) is now accepting award nominations for the following awards until October 1st.
To learn more about each award and nominate or self-nominate for any category, please visit: www.tctela.org/award-nomina...
To learn more about each award and nominate or self-nominate for any category, please visit: www.tctela.org/award-nomina...
September 30, 2025 at 3:38 AM
This is your last chance to nominate someone for a 2026 TCTELA award! Award nominations are accepted through October 1st! Recognize someone you know who helps to keep the literacy living within others.