📚 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
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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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.
31.01.2026 13:24 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1Our lovely Vice President-Elect Heather Alambarrio is on location at Kalahari Resorts filling #TCTELA2026 attendees in on the check-in process!
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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
Behind the magic of #TCTELA2026 are members of our board and volunteers making the final preparations for the 61st Annual State Conference and Exposition.
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The registration booth is officially open for business! Pickup your badge, section/committee tags, and connect with our spectacular volunteers. #TCTELA2026
29.01.2026 23:56 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0We can’t wait to see you at Kalahari Resorts for #TCTELA2026. Here’s a warm welcome from our Digital Coordinator Aisha Christa Atkinson!
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Headed to Round Rock for #TCTELA2026?
We wish you safe travels and can’t wait to see you! Tag us in your travel adventures and don’t forget to use our conference hashtag!
Excited to dive into this year’s TCTELA Conference Program Book! It’s packed with session details, speaker info, and learning opportunities designed to support literacy leaders and classroom teachers.
Access it here: drive.google.com/file/d/16UGM...
Conference prep checklist 🧳
✔️ Postcard (chance to win FREE TCTELA registration!)
✔️ Grab & Go shareable (Fri 1:15–2:15, Kilimanjaro 9)
✔️ Books for Leave One, Take One
✔️ Sweater (rooms get cold)
✔️ Free self-parking
✔️ Cashless resort (cards/mobile pay)
✔️ Reg on lower level; Thu 6–9 PM if early
Honored to be named TCTELA High School Teacher of the Year 2026.
Grateful for my students, my community, and a profession that allows me to center stories, voices, and belonging every single day. This one means a lot. 💛
The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts is honored to recognize Dr. Laveria F. Hutchison as the 2026 University Teacher of the Year. This award celebrates exceptional university educators whose teaching, mentorship, and leadership have shaped the field of literacy.
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The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts is proud to recognize Zainab Jabak as the 2026 High School Teacher of the Year. This award honors outstanding secondary educators whose instructional excellence, leadership, and advocacy create transformative learning experiences.
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The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts is proud to honor Sara Du Plaga as the 2026 Middle School Teacher of the Year. This award recognizes exceptional educators whose instructional excellence, leadership, and unwavering commitment to students elevate teaching.
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The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts is honored to recognize Dr. Ashley Schlafly as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Roni Dean-Burren Literacy Leader Award. This award celebrates a leader who advances literacy for all, strengthens instructional practice, and supports educators.
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TCTELA is proud to honor Dr. Tracey T. Flores with the 2026 Mercedes Bonner Leadership Award. This award recognizes a leader of a diverse background whose work has advanced multicultural awareness, and strengthened our professional community.
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TCTELA is honored to recognize Dr. Margaret Hale as the 2026 recipient of the Edmund J. Farrell Distinguished Service and Achievement Award. This award represents the highest level of recognition for sustained excellence, service, and impact within the profession.
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The Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts congratulates our Digital Coordinator, Aisha Christa Atkinson, on her recent recognition as Houston Area Alliance of Black School Educators’ Assistant Principal of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year!
📷: Stafford Municipal School District
TCTELA is thrilled to highlight HMH!
Be sure to stop by their booth during the 61st Annual TCTELA Conference.
Ever wished you could be a fly on the wall while literacy educators geek out about books and writing? ☕️
Meet @misshlearns.bsky.social & @librosandbooks.bsky.social, hosts of Learning and Yearning—where teachers talk literacy, learn out loud, and keep it real.
Watch: vimeo.com/1105610650 🎙️
🎙️ Bring your voice. Bring your words. Bring your story.
Join us for Poetry Night and share a poem—or simply enjoy the creativity of fellow educators.
📅 Saturday, January 31
⏰ 6:15–7:30 PM
📍 Red’s Piano Bar
An evening of expression, reflection, and community at #TCTELA2026.
🎉 Kick off #TCTELA2026 with connection, community, and celebration!
Join us for the Membership Celebration & Section Connection and meet educators from across Texas while mingling with your section leaders.
🎤 Ready to sing your heart out at #TCTELA2026?
Keep the fun going at Karaoke in the Barn — the perfect way to unwind after a full day of learning and connecting.
📅 Friday, January 30
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 The Event Barn, Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
🎟️ Conference badge required for entry
📚 Join TCTELA's African American Read-In! Sat, Feb 21 @ 9 AM CST Virtual & FREE 🎉
Celebrate Black History Month with book talks & read-alouds featuring African American authors. Special guest: Yesenia Moises! @yeseniadraws.bsky.social
Register: tctela.configio.com/pd/177/afric...
As a result of the changes we made to our keynote speakers, there are some changes that took place. Please review the most recent copy of our #TCTELA2026 Schedule At A Glance.
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With schedule updates, Matt de la Peña will lead a Saturday Luncheon Writing Workshop (Jan 31) at #TCTELA2026 and facilitate a teacher panel. We’re excited for this extended learning opportunity!
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Penny Kittle will not be able to join us at #TCTELA2026 this year due to travel limitations. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to a meaningful opening session with exciting updates ahead.
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, Penny Kittle will not be able to attend #TCTELA2026. We’re pleased to announce C. Thomas Howell as our Friday Morning Keynote (Jan 30).
Teacher of the Year Awards will now take place Friday, along with a special tribute to Kylene Beers. More details coming.
TCTELA extends many congratulations to Rising Leaders Cohort Member @jakeniko915.bsky.social on being recognized as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year at Ysleta High School of Ysleta Independent School District!
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