As we begin the 2025–26 school year, the Highly Mobile and At-Risk (HMAR) Student Programs at the Texas Education Agency (TEA) is proud to welcome back all school leaders, educators, military stakeholders, and military-connected students and families across Texas. We are excited to launch a new semester filled with purpose, connection, and growth. 

This year, we are thrilled to announce a robust suite of professional development and training opportunities designed to support military-connected students and the dedicated professionals who serve them. These offerings reflect our continued commitment to equipping school systems with the tools and strategies needed to meet the unique needs of our military families. 

🌟 Featured Professional Development – August! 

Supporting Military Children Through School Transitions: Foundations 

Presented by the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) in collaboration with TEA, this live virtual session offers educators a meaningful opportunity to explore the unique challenges of a mobile lifestyle and the impact of military service on education. Participants will discover effective practices and programs to support students during transitions and receive PDF resources and guided discussion. 

• Date: August 27, 2025
• Time: 2:30–3:30 p.m. CST
• Registration: Supporting Military Children through School Transitions: Foundations
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📅 Global Training Summit in Austin (September 2025) 

The Texas Education Agency is pleased to share information with educators for the MCEC Global Training Summit in Austin, scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center. 

• Purpose: This one-day summit is designed for K–12 teachers, administrators, counselors, and district leaders. Sessions will focus on evidence-based strategies and resources to support military- and veteran-connected students
• Program Highlights
  • Opening keynote – Major General Larry Broadwell, Deputy Commander, Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber), followed with remarks by Mike Morath, Texas Commissioner of Education
  • Closing keynote – Brent Colburn, Microsoft
  • Forum and breakout sessions offering up to 4 Continuing Education (CE) credits
  • Networking opportunities with peers and education leaders 

• Event Details 
  • 📅 Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
  • 📍 Location: AT&T Hotel and Conference Center, Austin, TX
  • 💵 Registration: $249
  • 🏨 Hotel Rate: $176.46 per night (book by August 26, 2025)
  • Registration: Register online at: Austin Global Training Summit

For questions regarding this event, please contact the Military Child Education Coalition at GTSregistration@militarychild.org.

📅 Additional Events (Fall 2025) 

🌐 (New) Redesigned Military Families Webpage 

We also invite you to explore our newly redesigned Military Families webpage, offering streamlined access to resources, guidance, and support for military-connected students and their families. 

🔗 Explore Now: Military Family Resources 

As we embark on a new school year, we look forward to meaningful engagement, transformative growth, and continued pride in serving those who serve our nation. We celebrate the unwavering resilience of our military families and reaffirm our steadfast commitment to ensuring every student thrives. Together, we make a difference—one student, one family, one community at a time.