Region 9 Education Service Center

On January 16, 2025, Region 9 Education Service Center, along with Vernon College, Midwestern State University, Texas Retired Teachers Association, and Workforce Solution North Texas, will host SparkED, a future educators conference designed for 11th and 12th-grade students from across our region. The event aims to inspire and equip the next generation of teachers through engaging keynote addresses, breakout sessions, and scholarship opportunities.
 

The conference will feature keynote speaker Aric Bostick, a nationally recognized motivational speaker, along with the following breakout sessions:

• EngagEd for 11th graders,
• EmpowerEd for 12th graders,
• EncouragEd for the teachers accompanying the students.

At the end of the conference, scholarships will be awarded to selected students as they embark on their journey toward becoming educators.

December 13 is the deadline for two important pieces: 

1. High school counselors need to have students registered to attend the conference.
2. Juniors and seniors need to complete the scholarship application. 

We are always seeking sponsors to support this conference or to provide scholarships for these students. Please reach out to Kelly Jo Morris (kelly.morris@esc9.net) for more information.