English Language Arts Newsletter, April 2026

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Texas Education Agency

April 2026

English Language Arts

Curriculum Standards & Student Support

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English Language Arts Newsletter

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Today's newsletter provides information regarding the following topic:

May Reading Language Arts Stakeholder Engagement Session 

    • Topic: English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) Guide 101
    • Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

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May Reading Language Arts Stakeholder Engagement Session

Topic: English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) Guide 101  

Target Audience: English Language Arts, English as a Second Language, Bilingual or Dual Language Stakeholders- Teachers, District Administrators, Campus Administrators, Education Service Center Specialists, Parents, Professional Organizations 

Session Description: This session is designed to introduce participants to the purpose, structure, and key components of the ELPS Guide. This tool will help provide a consistent and clear interpretation of the revised ELPS so that all educators in Texas have the same understanding of the standards. Attendees will receive a high-level overview of how the guide is organized and how it can be used to support planning, instruction, and decision-making. The session will highlight major sections of the guide and clarify how the content is intended to be used in practice. Participants will leave with an understanding of the guide’s goals and where to find information to support their work.

Date, Time, and Registration Link

Wednesday, May 20, 1:00-2:00 p.m. (CT): May 20 Registration Link


Thank you for your commitment to serving Texas students.

Foundation Team
Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division
(512) 463-9581

For questions or additional information, please visit the English language arts and reading webpage or submit a Curriculum Request Form through the TEA Help Desk.

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