BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Literacy Texas - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.literacytexas.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Literacy Texas REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20280312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20281105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T120000 DTSTAMP:20260721T234142Z CREATED:20260527T070637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T234142Z UID:6452-1784631600-1784635200@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:LitTX Group Chat - July 2026 DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/group-chat-jul-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Group Chat,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-Group-Chat-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTSTAMP:20260409T082130Z CREATED:20250814T071408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T082130Z UID:5746-1785196800-1785369599@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2026 Literacy Texas Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/2026-conference/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Grapevine DFW Airport North\, 2401 Bass Pro Drive\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Literacy Texas Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-conference-GOOGLE-blue-on-trans-1200x300-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T110000 DTSTAMP:20260811T222228Z CREATED:20260626T103414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T222228Z UID:7554-1786442400-1786446000@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:Pop-Up: Future Focus DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/future-focus-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event,Other Events,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/Future-Focus-GOOGLE-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260805T010906Z CREATED:20260609T071554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T010906Z UID:6573-1786626000-1786629600@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:Best of Texas: Parents\, Caregivers\, and the School System DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/best-of-texas-aug-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Best of Texas,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-BEST-PARENTS-SCHOOL-SYSTEM-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260826 DTSTAMP:20260821T192407Z CREATED:20260609T082926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T192407Z UID:6589-1787616000-1787702399@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:The Expert Edge: Cross-Curricular Learning DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/expert-edge-aug-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Literacy Texas Events,Online Event,Other Events,The Expert Edge,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/Edge-Cross-Curricular-Learning-GOOGLE-1200x300-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260824T184904Z CREATED:20260805T225816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T184904Z UID:8984-1789045200-1789048800@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:Best of Texas: Mental Health Literacy DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/best-of-texas-sep-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Best of Texas,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-BEST-Mental-Health-Literacy-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260824T190123Z CREATED:20260824T185410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T190123Z UID:9250-1789995600-1789999200@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2026 Focus Group - Program Administrators DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/2026-focus-group-program-administrators/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Focus Group,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-DATELESS-Focus-Groups-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T153000 DTSTAMP:20260818T191359Z CREATED:20260731T041033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T191359Z UID:8810-1790236800-1790263800@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2026 East Texas Literacy Symposium DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/symposium-east-texas-sep-2026/ LOCATION:Maude Cobb Convention Center\, 100 Grand Blvd\, Longview\, TX\, 75604\, United States CATEGORIES:Literacy Texas Events,Symposium,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-EAST-TX-Symposium-DATELESS.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T153000 DTSTAMP:20260811T230646Z CREATED:20260805T195612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T230646Z UID:8968-1790776800-1790782200@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:The Expert Edge: Introduction to Plain Language DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/expert-edge-sep-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Literacy Texas Events,Online Event,The Expert Edge,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/EE-GOOGLE-Plain-Language-1200x300-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T110000 DTSTAMP:20260824T190654Z CREATED:20260824T190320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T190654Z UID:9259-1791280800-1791284400@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2026 Focus Group - Classroom Instructors DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/2026-focus-group-instructors/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Focus Group,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-DATELESS-Focus-Groups-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T140000 DTSTAMP:20260806T160247Z CREATED:20260806T160015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T160247Z UID:8998-1791464400-1791468000@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:Best of Texas: Learning Differences & Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/best-of-texas-oct-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Best of Texas,Literacy Texas Events,Online Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-BEST-of-Texas-1200-x-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260824T143434Z CREATED:20260806T170642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T143434Z UID:9025-1792137600-1792164600@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2026 DFW Literacy Symposium DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/symposium-dfw-oct-2026/ LOCATION:Tarrant County College – Southeast Campus\, 2100 Southeast Pkwy\, Arlington\, TX\, 76018\, United States CATEGORIES:Literacy Texas Events,Symposium,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/GOOGLE-DFW-Symposium-DATELESS-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T103000 DTSTAMP:20260806T165119Z CREATED:20260806T164832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165119Z UID:9013-1792486800-1792492200@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:What Leaders Need: Team-Building & Staff Development DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/leaders-oct-2026/ LOCATION:Online Event – Zoom CATEGORIES:Literacy Texas Events,Online Event,Training,What Leaders Need ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/WLN-Tri-State-Google-DATELESS-1200-×-300-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270729 DTSTAMP:20260817T013406Z CREATED:20260817T012508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T013406Z UID:9114-1816646400-1816819199@www.literacytexas.org SUMMARY:2027 Literacy Texas Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Funded by the Professional Development Support for Nonprofit Adult Literacy Organizations grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, regional symposia provide free professional development for volunteers and staff of nonprofit\, community-based organizations. Your local symposium is an excellent place to learn and network with other literacy providers in your region\, and a great source of professional development for volunteer instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much for your interest! This event is now over. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUICK LINKS FOR THE EAST TEXAS SYMPOSIUM: \n \n \n \n Click on any of the links below to go straight to that section\, or simply scroll down the page. \n \n \n \n Basic details \n \n \n \n Symposium FAQs \n \n \n \n Location\, map\, and directions \n \n \n \n Online registration \n \n \n \n PD certificates \n \n \n \n Sessions and speakers \n \n \n \n Exhibitors at this symposium \n \n \n \n Downloads and printable documents \n \n \n \n Special thanks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BASIC DETAILS \n \n \n \n The 2025 East Texas Literacy Symposium is co-presented by the East Texas Literacy Council and Literacy Texas.  \n \n \n \n The symposium has the theme “Learn. Adapt. Grow.” and will be held on: \n \n \n \n Friday\, February 28\, 2025\, from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM (CT). \n \n \n \n Check-in for registered participants will open at [check-in time].  \n \n \n \n This symposium is offered free of charge to Texas nonprofit professionals who work in the fields of adult and family literacy. See Symposium FAQs for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SYMPOSIUM FAQs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click on a question to see the answer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Hang on - "symposium"? Don't you mean "conference"? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Literacy Texas does have an annual conference! It’s held every summer. Our regional symposia are a different type of event to the conference. Each symposium: Takes place in a different Texas region to help minimize travelHas a local focusIs free to attendGenerally takes place on one day (some symposia are 2 days)Includes workshops for both classroom instructors and program administratorsIs the primary training Literacy Texas offers for literacy volunteersOffers 2.5 – 5.5 hours of professional development\, sometimes more \n \n \n \n Read more about the symposia here. Read more about the annual conference here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Who should attend this symposium? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: Anyone interested in adult and family literacy in Texas is welcome at the symposium. The people who will gain the most are instructors at community-based adult literacy organizations and nonprofits. Volunteer tutors and teachers are especially welcome! When we create the symposium program\, we use the broadest definition of “literacy”\, to include all of Adult Foundational Education: adult basic education\, English as an additional language\, high school equivalency\, digital literacy\, and workforce readiness\, along with other kinds of teaching and learning. \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: I don't live in this region. Can I still attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n A: YES! Anyone who lives in Texas is welcome at any Literacy Texas symposium.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Why should I attend? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Two words: LOCAL + FREE! Each symposium program includes both key topics of universal interest to adult literacy programs\, and a focus on the local needs of the region. When you complete our Annual Survey every year\, we use the results to invite speakers and presenters on topics you said you particularly wanted and needed. Furthermore\, registration is free. You won’t need a large budget for travel\, and you shouldn’t need an overnight stay. We hope that many folks from the same organization can come to the symposium – there’s no limit on how many people can attend from one place. It’s a lot harder to send lots of people to conferences\, since we know costs stack up pretty quickly.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: How much does registration cost? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: The symposium is free to attend. Thanks to a generous grant from the Texas Workforce Commission\, Literacy Texas can cover the costs of your tuition\, any meals and snacks offered\, materials\, and other resources.  Please be aware that in recent years\, between 10% and 25% of registrants are no-shows at our training events. Every one of these costs us money (since we’ve already paid for food\, materials\, and more). If you’ve registered for a Literacy Texas event but then find you can no longer attend\, PLEASE get in touch to cancel your registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Q: Do you offer PD credit? \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n A: Yes! Literacy Texas offers PD credit in conjunction with TCALL. You must use the Literacy Texas app to scan in to all sessions if you want an official record of your professional development. We will send records via email to all app users in the weeks following the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LOCATION \n \n \n \n This symposium will be held at Hilton Garden Inn\, Longview: 905 East Hawkins Parkway\, Longview\, TX 75605 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Map and directions are coming soon. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for map\, directions\, and parking information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION \n \n \n \n This session has reached capacity and is no longer accepting new registrations \n \n \n \n Registration for this session has now closed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n click here to register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REMINDER: CHECK YOUR SPAM \n \n \n \n Every online registration will generate an automated email response with further information. If you don’t see it arrive\, please check your junk mail! \n \n \n \n Online registration has now closed – but we have a few spots available for last-minute registrants! Call us on 972-926-3155 to make arrangements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PD CERTIFICATES \n \n \n \n Someone who completes the full session will receive 5 hours of PD credit. \n \n \n \n Certificates of completion will be awarded after the event. Complete the survey after the training is finished to give your details and get your certificate. Surveys will be sent via email in the days following the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PROGRAM\, SESSIONS\, & SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule will be kept as current as possible but is subject to change; check back here for updates \n \n \n \n 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: CHECK-IN\, BREAKFAST \n \n \n \n 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM: WELCOME\, OPENING REMARKS \n \n \n \n Title of KeynoteName of speaker\, Organization \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1 (90 min) \n \n \n \n Let’s Study! Study Skills for Adult LearnersAnn Beeson\, New Readers Press \n \n \n \n Overcoming Barriers: Resume Strategies for Adult LearnersVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n Empowering Literacy Programs With AIDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM Session 2 (90 min) \n \n \n \n PANEL DISCUSSION: What’s New and What are the Challenges Being Faced in Adult Ed?Dr. Shalonda Adams\, Pine Tree ISD\, Kilgore CollegeTresha Sawyer\, Longview ISDDr. Jenny Walker\, Literacy TexasModerator: Natasha Duncan\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Real-World Ready: Integrating Workplace Skills into Adult LearningDr. Irene Ramos\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n From Classroom to Career: 4 Steps to Career Exploration and PlanningVictoria Hinojosa\, Texas Center for the Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: WORKING LUNCH \n \n \n \n “My Story: Adult Literacy Student to Thriving Local Counselor”Linda Felix\, VIVE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Session 3 (90 min) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n English for Employability: Purposeful Learning for Adult LearnersKenya Preuninger\, Pearson Education \n \n \n \n Speak Up: Pronunciation Techniques for ESL LearnersLinda LeBlanc\, East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n Adult Literacy: Effective Teaching Support and Strategies Charmyn Tumey\, Kilgore College \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: FAREWELL & DOOR PRIZES \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to see details about the sessions and speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EXHIBITORS \n \n \n \n Cambridge Community Fuse East Texas Literacy Council New Readers Press Pearson Education TCALL \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DOWNLOADS \n \n \n \n Download or print a flyer to display at your location or send to others who may be interested in attending the symposium. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download a printable copy of the symposium program. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to get the program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL THANKS TO - \n \n \n \n The East Texas Literacy Council \n \n \n \n The Texas Center for Advancement of Literacy & Learning (TCALL) \n \n \n \n The Texas Workforce Commission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n STAY IN THE KNOW - \n \n \n \n \n \n \n go to the literacy texas calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n see the national literacy calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n sign up for mailings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Or get news directly from Literacy Texas: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Checked/updated: 3/18/25 URL:https://www.literacytexas.org/calendar/2027-conference/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Grapevine DFW Airport North\, 2401 Bass Pro Drive\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Conference,Literacy Texas Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.literacytexas.org/wp-content/uploads/2027-conference-GOOGLE-blue-on-white-1200x300-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Texas":MAILTO:info@literacytexas.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR