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DrAnnD @drannd.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

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I’m headed to Austin to testify against the list as it stands. @tctela.bsky.social has done amazing work prepping for this meeting. All the emails and comments made that work easier. If you can’t go, file a comment. We can move the needle here.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

The literary works list received first-reading approval in April. The vote is not yet complete. 📚 The next vote is expected the week of June 22nd. Public comments are open until June 15.

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Breakout rooms with role-specific calls to action. A book giveaway (children’s lit, middle grades, and YA). And great company. June 20 | 9AM | Zoom Register through our Linktree: linktr.ee/TCTELAlinks #TCTELA #SBOE #ELATeacher

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The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts (TCTELA) is the an affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of English.

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Summertime is here — but the work for Texas ELA teachers keeps going. 🌻 Join us June 20 for our Summer Legislative Update with Kelley Thomas of Raise Your Hand Texas. You’ll leave knowing exactly how recent state policy will shape RLA classrooms in 26-27 and beyond.

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Summer is here and so is the perfect time to join TCTELA. 🌟 While the school year winds down, our community doesn’t stop. Connect with fellow ELA educators, access resources, and show up stronger in August. Join us this June. linktr.ee/TCTELAlinks #TCTELA #TexasELA #ELATeacher

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This Saturday! Join TCTELA to learn more about the upcoming changes under HB1605 and see how you can still advocate going forward. June 20 | 9AM | Zoom Registration link in our Linktree linktr.ee/TCTELAlink

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Co-Teaching with Preservice Teachers in ELAR June 24, 2026 3-4 PM via Zoom What if your preservice teacher wasn't just observing—but actively teaching alongside you? Join us on June 24th to learn effective strategies in supporting a pre-service teacher through co-teaching!

TCTELA PD2Teach on June 24, 2026 via Zoom 3-4pm for those interested in learning about co-teaching pre-service teachers

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

🥁 Drumroll please… TCTELA is proud to announce our 2026–2028 Rising Leader Cohort! ✨ Francisco Faticati ✨ Lucresy Goff ✨ Vanessa Sebro ✨ Ranyah Hindi #TCTELA #TexasELA #RisingLeaders

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

The literary works list received first-reading approval in April. The vote is not yet complete. 📚 The next vote is expected the week of June 22nd. Public comments are open until June 15.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

🌸 Bloom where you’re planted. Spring is here and so is your chance to invest in your professional growth. Every great classroom starts with a teacher who keeps learning and growing. Be that teacher and let your inner light shine. 🌻 Membership is always open. Join today: lnkd.in/gzwGjQjE

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Your pursuit of a master's or doctorate is a gift to every student you'll ever teach. 🎓 The Dr. Edmund J. Farrell Teacher Advancement Scholarship supports Texas ELA teachers who are leveling up their practice through graduate education. Deadline is May 30 - tinyurl.com/bdzf8fa4

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Texas ELA educators are doing extraordinary work — and it's time to celebrate them. 🌟 Nominations are open for four TCTELA awards recognizing leadership and service in literacy at all levels. Nominate someone who deserves the spotlight. Deadline: August 1. www.tctela.org/award-nomina...

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Before the summer slips away, let's sharpen our tools together Join TCTELA on May 16 at 9 AM via Zoom for our All Sections Meeting. A dedicated space to refresh, reflect, and reimagine your teaching as a new school year approaches. Oh, and did we mention books? 📚 We're giving some away. Link in bio

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We are so proud to continue investing in the next generation of ELA educators across Texas. 🌟 Welcome to the newest members of the TCTELA Dream Cohort our new Dreamers and the mentors who will walk alongside them. None of this happens without the generous support of @NCTE. Thank you.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Your classroom story deserves a stage. 🎤 Join us May 22 from 5–6 PM on Zoom for a practical, step-by-step workshop on submitting a strong 2027 TCTELA Conference proposal. Wonder is waiting, and so are we. ✨ 👉 tinyurl.com/2027Workshop

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Texas Educators: Your Voice Matters Right Now On May 11, the Texas House Public Education Committee will meet to discuss the State of Education in Texas—including academic outcomes, instructional practices, and recent legislation. This is your chance to speak up.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

📣 TX K–5 ELAR teachers: TCTELA is forming work groups to bring classroom expertise to the Required Literary Works List review. Bring your experience. You are eligible to self-nominate! 👉 forms.gle/Kp8TimCyxMwQ... | Please share with strong K-2 and 3–5 teachers!

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Share your wonder at TCTELA. We have created a guide for submitting proposals for our upcoming conference in 2027. tinyurl.com/2027Proposal... Proposals are for the 2027 Conference — Welcoming Wonder. Feb 5–7 in Denton, TX. Deadline Sept 7, 2026. #TCTELA2027 #LiteracyEducation #CallForProposals

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

STAAR is over — now let's feed students something real. 🙌 TCTELA's monthly All Sections Meeting is this Saturday, April 18 at 9 AM CST. Theme: STAAR Is Over: Now What? A feast of authentic literacy experiences. All TX ELA educators welcome. Link in bio. #TCTELA #ELATeachers #TexasELA

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Texas teachers showed up — and the @TexasTribune noticed. 💙 TCTELA was represented by 15+ members who provided oral and/or written testimony before the SBOE this week. There's still time to build something great for Texas students. And they deserve it. www.texastribune.org/2026/04/09/t...

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Message from our Vice President Heather Alambarrio after SBOE Meeting. Today, TCTELA representatives took their place at the State Board of Education meeting to speak up for English Language Arts teachers across Texas. 📚🤍 #TCTELA #SBOE #TexasELA #TeacherVoice

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Message from our President Markesha Tisby after SBOE Meeting. Today, TCTELA representatives took their place at the State Board of Education meeting to speak up for English Language Arts teachers across Texas. 📚🤍 #TCTELA #SBOE #TexasELA #TeacherVoice

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DrAnnD @drannd.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

In the Texas SBOE meeting. 10 pages of people testifying on the ELA required book list and social studies TEKS revision. ELA list is first up.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

What Texas students learn is being decided today. TCTELA is in the room. Several of our members — including our president — are testifying before SBOE in Austin on behalf of Texas teachers and students as critical decisions are being made on the proposed literary works lists.

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The proposed SBOE reading list is on the April meeting agenda. The research report is being finalized and will play a key role in testimony and advocacy before the SBOE. #TCTELA #TexasTeachers #HB1605 #SBOETexas #TeacherVoice #TexasEducation

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Spotlight on our TCTELA Section Leaders! 🌟 Meet the incredible educators leading the way across our sections: 📚 Elementary — Angeles Munoz 📖 Middle School — Janeth Cornejo 🎓 High School — Alyse Dent 🍎 Teacher Development — Tonja Gray We're so grateful for their leadership and dedication👏

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Educators, you're invited! 🎉 Join us for our All Sections Meeting this Saturday, March 21 at 9:00 a.m. Open to all — no TCTELA membership required. Find the Zoom link at our All Sections Depot - sites.google.com/view/allsect... #literacy #ELA

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

TCTELA Award Nominations There are educators who don’t just teach— they transform. They build spaces where students voices rise and stories matter You know who they are. Nominate an educator whose work deserves to be seen, celebrated, and remembered. www.tctela.org/award-nomina... Deadline: August 1

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

TCTELA Scholarship You’re already changing lives. Now it’s time to invest in yours. Apply for the Dr. Edmund J. Farrell Teacher Advancement Scholarship For educators pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree. Because the best teachers never stop becoming. bit.ly/TCTELASchola... Deadline: May 30

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🍀 Don't leave your professional growth up to luck. This St. Patrick's Day, invest in yourself all year long with a TCTELA membership. The luckiest teachers in Texas know where to find their people. 💚👉Join or renew today: www.tctela.org #TCTELA #ELAeducators #literacyleaders #NCTEvillage

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

📚 Join TCTELA's African American Read-In! Sat, Feb 21 @ 9AM CST Virtual&FREE Celebrate Black History Month with book talks & read-alouds featuring African American authors. Special guest: Yesenia Moises! @yeseniadraws.bsky.social All welcome! Register: tinyurl.com/548436xe #AARI26 #BlackHistoryMonth

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

A message from our 26-27 president Markesha Tisby this morning as the conference wrapped. The 61st Annual TCTELA Conference was one for the books! Literally! Follow for updates as we revisit the 2026 conference and celebrate Black History Month! #tctela26 #BlackHistoryMonth2026

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

The magic behind TCTELA conferences is thanks to the contributions of our volunteers. Please help us show some love to our Pre-Service Teachers for all of their commitments to serving #TCTELA2026 with love.

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Our lovely Vice President-Elect Heather Alambarrio is on location at Kalahari Resorts filling #TCTELA2026 attendees in on the check-in process!

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Throughout the conference, TCTELA will be gifting free books to our attendees while supplies last! Many thanks goes to Macmillan for their generous contributions to help make this happen. Here for the conference early? Stop by our Registration Booth for the first wave! #TCTELA2026

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TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Behind the magic of #TCTELA2026 are members of our board and volunteers making the final preparations for the 61st Annual State Conference and Exposition.

TCTELA est. 1965 @tctela.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

The registration booth is officially open for business! Pickup your badge, section/committee tags, and connect with our spectacular volunteers. #TCTELA2026