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.
Our lovely Vice President-Elect Heather Alambarrio is on location at Kalahari Resorts filling #TCTELA2026 attendees in on the check-in process!
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.
The registration booth is officially open for business! Pickup your badge, section/committee tags, and connect with our spectacular volunteers. #TCTELA2026
We can’t wait to see you at Kalahari Resorts for #TCTELA2026. Here’s a warm welcome from our Digital Coordinator Aisha Christa Atkinson!
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!
🎙️ 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
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.
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!
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.
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.
📖 Texas stories. Global voices. Literacy living.
The 2026 TCTELA Conference tees are here—and they celebrate the power of stories across cultures and languages.
🛒 Order now: gogandy.com/tctela-conference-shirts
⏰ Store closes January 4th
#TCTELA2026
Why go to the TCTELA Conference?
🔋RECHARGE your passion.
✅NETWORK with Texas's best educators.
👩🏻🏫LEARN practices for next-day implementation. It's more than a conference-it's an investment in your career and your students. Don't miss out! #TCTELA2026 #ELAEducation #TeacherLife
🌟 #TCTELA2026 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
View the TCTELA SPONSOR PACKET for sponsor details, exhibit information, and the exhibit schedule.
Sponsor Packet: c1438e09-eded-4d48-a89e-11a960bbf479.usrfiles.com/ugd/c1438e_c...
Reserve your spot here: shows.map-dynamics.com/tctela2026/?....
#TCTELA2026, we will provide two $375 scholarships, funded by @ncte.org's Dream Fund Program, to be awarded to two members of color to help cover registration costs.
Deadline: November 16th, 11:59 PM CST.
Apply here or scan the QR Code below: tctela.configio.com/ct/1098/4730...
📢 Calling all TCTELA conference attendees! 📢
Don't miss out on ordering your exclusive 2026 TCTELA Conference Shirt! Show your spirit and commemorate an amazing event with these stylish tees.
Grab yours today and be conference-ready! ✨
gogandy.com/tctela-conference-shirts
#TCTELA #TCTELA2026
🚨 1 MORE DAY! 🚨
Deadline to submit your proposal for #TCTELA2026 is Sept. 8!
Theme: Historias: Literacy Living Within Us
Showcase your ideas in literacy, multilingualism, social justice, tech integration & more.
👉 bit.ly/TCTELA2026
#Historias #LiteracyLivingWithinUs
The proposal window for #TCTELA2026 has been extended to September 8th!
To submit a proposal to present at #TCTELA2026 and learn more about #TCTELA President @eva-goins.bsky.social’s call for presenters, please visit: bit.ly/TCTELA2026
Registration is now open for the 61st Annual TCTELA Conference, taking place January 30-February 1, 2026 at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock, TX!
Visit www.tctela.org/2026-confere... for more conference information including hotel accommodations and more.
#TCTELA2026
Sponsor and exhibit registration is now open for #TCTELA2026! View the sponsor packet linked below for sponsor details, exhibit information, and the exhibit schedule:
drive.google.com/file/d/1ocA7...
Both of these deserving educators will be recognized at #TCTELA2026 and will receive a $1,000 scholarship investment towards their respective graduate study programs. Please join us in congratulating them on this wonderful accomplishment.
Here’s your summer break reminder to submit nominations for exemplary leaders for the #TCTELA2026 conference.
We are still accepting proposals for #TCTELA2026. Need help with getting NC started? No problem! We’ve got a Section Meeting coming up that will help you get those brilliant ideas ready for submission.
See previous post for details.
Calling all future literacy leaders!
The Rising Leaders program is changing lives—and we want YOU to be part of it. Stay tuned for applications opening in 2026. In the waiting, feel free to learn about our alumni members by visiting www.tctela.org/rising-leade...
#TCTELARisingLeaders #TCTELA2026
✨ Ready to submit your proposal for #TCTELA2026? Share your brilliant session idea with us here:
🔗 ventureall.wufoo.com/forms/pzwckl...
President Eva Goins channels her inner Past President Charles Moore with this iconic recreation — swapping gorillas for elephants at Kalahari Resorts during our #TCTELA2026 planning retreat!
From one visionary leader to another, we love a tradition rooted in joyful leadership.
The countdown to #TCTELA2026 starts… NOW! We’ve officially landed at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock for our Board Planning Retreat.
Let the inspiration (and indoor water park energy) begin! 💧📚