Region 8 ESC Mount Pleasant, TX

Region 8 ESC Mount Pleasant, TX Region 8 Education Service Center is one of 20 Regional Education Service Centers within Texas

Everything the Region 8 ESC offers focuses on helping educators be successful and helping schools save money and leverage resources - driving more money to students in the classroom - where it matters most. Region 8 ESC is governed by:
• A seven-member Board of Directors, elected by local school board members; and
• An Executive Director, appointed by the Board of Directors, with the approval of the Commissioner of Education.

Today, ESC8 staff heard from Justin Richardson of Waymaker Leadership Development, and his message was a meaningful remi...
08/28/2026

Today, ESC8 staff heard from Justin Richardson of Waymaker Leadership Development, and his message was a meaningful reminder of the heart behind our work.

Justin connected with our staff through a powerful conversation about serving others with purpose and recognizing the impact we can make in how we show up for others each day.

At ESC8, service is at the center of our work, and today was a great reminder that when we serve with intention, we have the opportunity to make a difference that reaches far beyond the moment.

Thank you, Justin, for encouraging our team to continue serving with purpose.

A special thank you to Eric Akin, Area Director with Fellowship of Christian Athletes Northeast Texas (FCA), for present...
08/26/2026

A special thank you to Eric Akin, Area Director with Fellowship of Christian Athletes Northeast Texas (FCA), for presenting the 2026 Senior Showdown football jersey to Region 8 Education Service Center and TIPS.

The annual Senior Showdown event gives graduating senior athletes from across Northeast Texas the opportunity to represent their schools one final time while helping raise funds for Northeast Texas FCA.

Region 8 ESC Executive Director Dr. David Fitts and TIPS Chief Operating Officer Charlie Martin were pleased to accept the jersey.

We appreciate Eric and FCA for the thoughtful recognition and their continued commitment to students across Northeast Texas.

Please join us on September 9th for our monthly meeting. Holt Truck Centers is sponsoring and will be giving a presenta...
08/24/2026

Please join us on September 9th for our monthly meeting. Holt Truck Centers is sponsoring and will be giving a presentation about their services. Lunch will be provided. See you there

Region 8 ESC is grateful for The Printing Factory in Naples and their continued support of schools across Northeast Texa...
08/21/2026

Region 8 ESC is grateful for The Printing Factory in Naples and their continued support of schools across Northeast Texas.
Their commitment to our communities, exceptional service, and quality work are always appreciated.
Thank you, The Printing Factory, for all you do to support our schools. ESC8 is proud to work alongside you!

This week, students, educators, and industry partners came together to celebrate the start of another exciting year for ...
08/21/2026

This week, students, educators, and industry partners came together to celebrate the start of another exciting year for the Northeast Texas Career Alliance (NTCA)!

Students from Paul H. Pewitt CISD, Hughes Springs ISD, Daingerfield-Lone Star ISD, and Chapel Hill ISD joined partners from across the region for a day focused on career exploration, connection, and opportunity.

Guest speakers Mike Thompson, former AgScience teacher and FFA advisor in Mount Pleasant, Jeffery Crabb with Diamond C, and Justin Stansell with Stansell Construction shared motivational messages with students and helped set the tone for the year ahead.

Our partners at Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) were also an important part of the day. Joining students were Dr. Kevin Rose, President; Dr. Anna Ingram, Vice President; Jimmy Smith, Dean of Workforce; Jodi Pack, Director of Marketing; Kevin Frost, Instructor; and Andres Ruiz, Instructor.

Students also gained a firsthand look at local industry during their time at Priefert Manufacturing, where Cody Duncan and Darek Bragg helped them explore career pathways and learn more about opportunities available right here in Northeast Texas.

NTCA is built on partnership, bringing together students, school districts, higher education, and local industry to create meaningful learning experiences and stronger pathways to the workforce.

We are excited to celebrate these students and the many educators, leaders, and industry partners investing in their success as we begin the 2026-2027 school year!

Today, ESC8 welcomed educators, administrators, and instructional leaders from across Northeast Texas for the 20206 Emer...
07/24/2026

Today, ESC8 welcomed educators, administrators, and instructional leaders from across Northeast Texas for the 20206 Emergent Bilingual Summer Conference. Throughout the day, participants explored instructional strategies, culturally responsive practices, and research-based approaches to support the academic success and language development of emergent bilingual students.

We were honored to welcome Karina Chapa, M.Ed., Executive Director of the Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE), as our keynote speaker. Attendees also enjoyed a wonderful lunch catered by Taste This Catering, providing time to collaborate and exchange ideas with fellow educators.

A sincere thank you to our presenters, attendees, sponsors, and ESC8 staff for dedicating your time, expertise, and support to making this conference a success. Your commitment to professional learning and to the success of emergent bilingual students continues to strengthen schools and communities across our region.

What an incredible day of learning at ESC8! Educators from across the region explored innovative strategies, hands-on in...
07/22/2026

What an incredible day of learning at ESC8! Educators from across the region explored innovative strategies, hands-on investigations, and engaging instructional practices designed to bring science to life in today's classrooms.

A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Prof. Pat Reiff, Professor Emerita of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University and former Director of the Rice Space Institute. Prof. Reiff inspired attendees by sharing her expertise in space science, STEM education, and real-world applications that spark curiosity and deepen student engagement.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our outstanding presenters for sharing their knowledge and practical classroom strategies:

Jamie Long
Rosemary Martin
Alicia O'Connor
Amanda Galyean
Joji Peck
Kip Bisignano
Erin Griffin
Sara Black
Clay Stanfield
Katelyn Whitehead
Jessica Womack
Amanda Killingsworth
Ashley Mathis
Cullen Carroll

Participants enjoyed a Chick-fil-A lunch before continuing a day of inspiring learning and collaboration. A special thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors for their partnership in making this conference possible:

Math & Science Cut Ups
Discovery Education
McGraw Hill Education
Kesler Science
Texas Parks & Wildlife
Summit K12
East Texas A&M University
The Creature Teacher
EduSmart
PENDA Learning
Lowman Education
Discovery Dome
STEMscopes
School Specialty
Texas Wildlife Association
Strike a Posey Photo Booth

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make Science Under the Microscope a success.

Congratulations to Karyn Buckner on receiving a personalized Wheaties "Breakfast of Champions" cereal box from General M...
07/16/2026

Congratulations to Karyn Buckner on receiving a personalized Wheaties "Breakfast of Champions" cereal box from General Mills in recognition of her outstanding dedication, leadership, and commitment to supporting school nutrition programs across Region 8.

The presentation was made by Sabrina Sivongxay, Account Executive with General Mills North America Foodservice. Karyn's commemorative box is a replica of the original that will be permanently displayed in the Wheaties Hall of Fame at General Mills headquarters in Golden Valley, Minnesota, alongside boxes honoring professional athletes, Olympians, and other distinguished champions.

Karyn, thank you for your outstanding dedication to supporting schools and school nutrition across our region. This recognition is a testament to the impact you make each day, and we are proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor with you!

It was our pleasure to welcome representatives from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma to Region 8 Education Service Center....
07/15/2026

It was our pleasure to welcome representatives from the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma to Region 8 Education Service Center. Thank you for taking the time to visit with our team, tour our facilities, and learn more about the programs and services we provide in support of educators and students across Northeast Texas.

We appreciate the opportunity to connect, share ideas, and strengthen relationships that support education and student success.

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4845 US 271 N
Pittsburg, TX
75686

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(903) 572-8551

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