Region 16 School Support & Academic Services

🎉 We have just hit 500 registrations for the 2026 Curriculum Connect Conference! That means it is time for our first Registration Raffle drawing.

Help us congratulate our winner... Kyle Carroll! 🥳

Kyle, please stop by the JBK help desk during the conference to pick up your prize.

Didn't win this time? Don't worry! Your name will automatically go back into the drawing for the next round.

🚀 Next stop: 1,000 registrations! We will draw for our next big prize as soon as we hit that 1K milestone. If you haven't registered yet, make sure to get signed up today so your name is in the running for the next drawing! https://r16.us/ccc

The momentum doesn’t stop after Day 1! We are honored and incredibly excited to welcome our Day 2 Keynote Speaker for the Curriculum Connect Conference: Dr. Todd M. Davis, Associate Commissioner of Instructional Strategy at the TEA. If you want the blueprint to translate big academic strategies into sustainable success for your district, he is the leader you need to hear!

Here is a quick look at his incredible track record:

Statewide Visionary: Leads Texas's instructional quality, heading up the rollout of Bluebonnet Learning and the IMRA process.

District Leadership Veteran: Former CAO for Aldine ISD, directing academic strategy for over 61,000 students.

3+ Decades in the Trenches: Brings over 30 years of hands-on experience as a teacher, principal, and central office executive.

The Systems Master: Renowned for turning complex, high-level strategies into actionable systems that improve teaching at scale.

Dr. Davis will be bringing his wealth of knowledge to the main stage on Day 2, so sign up today to see him in person and learn how to build strong, cohesive instructional systems in your district!

🎟️ Secure your spot today: Register now at https://r16.us/ccc!

Tomorrow is the day! 🍎✨
Just a quick reminder that the Region 16 Educator Job Fair is happening tomorrow, Thursday, May 14th! If you’ve been thinking about a new role in education, this is your sign to come see us. We’ll be at 5800 Bell Street from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Remember, there’s no need to register and you don't have to stay the whole time—it’s a total come-and-go setup. Just grab your resumes, bring a friend, and come chat with local districts about how you can join their team.

We can’t wait to see all your faces tomorrow afternoon!

Calling all future and current educators! 🍎✨

Ready to find your next "home away from home" in the classroom? Join us next Thursday, May 14th, for the Region 16 Educator Job Fair at 5800 Bell Street in Amarillo. This is the perfect chance to skip the "application black hole" and meet face-to-face with hiring managers from our local districts—all under one roof!

The best part? It’s a completely flexible, come-and-go event from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, so you can swing by whenever fits your schedule. There’s no need to register ahead of time; just bring along several copies of your resume and your best "first day of school" smile. We are so excited to help you take the next step in your professional journey—let’s make a difference in our schools together!

THE ENCORE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 🎤✨

We heard you loud and clear—she’s back! We are thrilled to announce that the hilarious Leslie Rob is returning to headline our Day 1 Closing Session. As a fellow educator and veteran PD presenter, Leslie knows exactly what it’s like to be in your shoes. She brings the perfect "I’ve been there" humor that has made her a viral sensation on The Today Show, Dry Bar Comedy, and Good Morning America. She isn't just here to make us laugh, though; she’s here to pour back into you!

Double the Leslie, Double the Fun:

Exclusive Breakout: Catch her earlier in the day for an amazing breakout session where she dives deeper into encouragement and professional growth.

The Grand Finale: Stick around for her Day 1 closing keynote to wrap up our first day with a full heart (and sore ribs from laughing!).

You do NOT want to miss the teacher-comedian who has brought laughter to millions.

Register today at https://r16.us/ccc!

🚨 GUESS WHO IS BACK?! 🚨

He brought the house down as our Day 2 speaker last year, and we are absolutely THRILLED that Dr. Tyler Tarver is returning to headline as our Day 1 Keynote Speaker for the Curriculum Connect Conference! 🎉

If you don't already know Dr. Tarver, get ready for some serious energy. He is deeply passionate about helping educators and has built an incredible community doing just that.

Here is a quick look at his "Baller" resume:

Real-World Experience: Armed with an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, he has been in the trenches as a teacher, principal, dean, and Director of Curriculum & Instruction. 🍎

Author & Podcaster: Founder of TarverAcademy.com, author of 4 books (including The Baller Teacher Playbook), and host of multiple podcasts. 📚

EdTech Guru: Google Innovator, Google Certified Trainer, and Apple Distinguished Educator. 💻

Digital Creator Extraordinaire: Over 45 million views and 400k subscribers across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram! 📱

Dr. Tarver will be kicking off our event with an unforgettable keynote, and the best part? You can catch him for an exclusive breakout session right after! Get ready to learn, laugh, and level up. Register today at https://r16.us/ccc!

Level up your teaching at the 2026 Curriculum Connect Conference! Join us July 14th and 15th for two packed days of learning and inspiration. We have something for everyone: Math, Science, RLA, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Tech, Leadership, and PE.

Highlights include:

Keynotes: Dr. Tyler Tarver and Dr. Todd Davis of TEA

Day 1 Closing Session: The fantastic Leslie Rob

Win amazing prizes! We are drawing for giveaways as our numbers grow, and our very first prize drops as soon as we hit 250 registrants. Tag your teacher friends and get signed up!

Register today: https://r16.us/ccc

Want to present? Local teachers, we want to hear from you! Sign up to present at the link above and your $35 registration fee will be waived.