Region 4 ESC
Primary and Secondary Education
Houston, TX 5,962 followers
Allow us the privilege of being your partners in achieving excellence in education. Rest assured we have your back.
About us
Region 4 Education Service Center (Region 4) is one of 20 regional education service centers established by the Texas Legislature in 1967 to assist school districts and charter schools in improving efficiencies and student performance. Regional education service centers are nonregulatory, intermediate education units. Texas Education Code, Chapter 8, gives each school district the opportunity to voluntarily be served by and participate with a regional education service center. Region 4 serves a seven-county area comprised of 48 public school districts and 37 open-enrollment charter schools, representing more than 1.2 million students, 97,000 educators, and 1,500 campuses. The purpose of regional education service centers as established by the Texas Legislature is to— - Assist school districts in improving student performance - Enable school districts to operate more efficiently and economically - Implement initiatives as assigned by the Texas Legislature or Commissioner of Education In fulfilling our mission set forth by the state, Region 4 commits to embodying a vision that guides us in our aim for excellence.
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http://www.esc4.net
External link for Region 4 ESC
- Industry
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Houston, TX
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 1967
- Specialties
- Reading/Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, Digital Learning, Accountability, Campus Leadership, Alternative Certification, Education, Mathematics, Writing, Gifted/Talented, Bilingual Education, ELL/ESL/LOTE, Dyslexia, Braille, PEIMS, Safe and Healthy Schools, Child Nutrition, Transportation, CTE (Career and Technical), Publishing, Teacher Professional Development, and Teacher Workshops
Locations
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7145 West Tidwell Rd.
Houston, TX 77092, US
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Updates
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𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Join us for the 2025 Region 4 DataCon and transform your school’s data into actionable insights. Featuring renowned speaker Jim Knight, author of 𝘋𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘙𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘴! We’re seeking dynamic presenters to share their insights, strategies, and success stories. Presenters enjoy exclusive perks—free registration, professional growth, and the opportunity to impact 1.2 million students! Learn more: esc4.net/dataconference
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📌 SLPs: Don't miss our Speech-Language Therapy National Presenter Series starting January 6th! 🔗 bit.ly/SLPSeriesJan6 Session 1: "Stuttering Therapy: Successful Counseling Practices and Collaboration with Caregivers" with SLP Expert Nina Reeves. When: January 6 | 8:30am – 4:00pm Where: Region 4 ESC Who: SLPs and Special Education Teachers View all sessions in the series at bit.ly/R4SLPSeries #R4SLP #SpeechLanguage #SpeechLanguageTherapist #SpEd
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We're #hiring a new Lead Accountant in Houston, Texas. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're Hiring! Join the Region 4 ESC team as a Procurement Coordinator and lead efforts to optimize procurement operations, ensure compliance, and foster efficiency in delivering quality products and services. What You'll Do: • Manage procurement processes, including contracts, P-Card programs, and e-procurement solutions. • Manage public bid processes and vendor evaluations • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. • Assist in supervising and growing a high-performing team What We're Looking For: • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field. • 4+ years of experience in procurement or contract management (public sector preferred). • Strong skills in contract negotiation, compliance, and technology-driven workflows. • TASBO certification and supervisory experience are a plus! 💡 Why Join Us? At Region 4 ESC, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team committed to empowering educators and school districts. Be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions truly make a difference! Explore our outstanding employee benefits at www.esc4.net/careers. 📌 Apply now at esc4.net/careers to make an impact! https://lnkd.in/gc6U2HSy
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Congratulations to Tomball ISD Superintendent Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora for being named a finalist for AASA's 2025 Women in School Leadership Award! Dr. Salazar-Zamora continues to inspire excellence in education as the 2023 Texas Superintendent of the Year, 2023 AASA National Superintendent of the Year Finalist, and Women in School Leadership Award Finalist. The District Advancement Champions at Region 4 proudly serve exemplary leaders like Dr. Salazar-Zamora!
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We're proud to recognize Twiana Collier, a Region 4 Education Specialist, for earning the 2024 LSSSCA Regional School Counselor Support of the Year award! This award honors individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the school counseling profession, demonstrating exceptional support and commitment. "Receiving the Regional School Counselor Support of the Year is an incredible honor," she said. "This award reflects my deep commitment to supporting counselors and empowering them in their crucial work with students. I am truly grateful to be recognized for doing what I love.”
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It's official! Region 4’s Reading by Design® has been recognized on TEA’s Resource List of Evidence-Based Dyslexia Programs! This structured literacy program is designed for students with dyslexia in grades K–12 and helps improve their reading and writing with a step-by-step, hands-on approach that builds the foundations of literacy, such as phonological awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, and comprehension. Thank you to our amazing District Advancement Champions for making a difference! Learn more about the program here: https://lnkd.in/gPAGHypx
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Carl Hooker is headlining the 2025 Region 4 Digital Learning Conference! Carl’s unique blend of humor, practical advice, and expertise makes him a must-see at DLC 2025! ▪ Thursday, January 23, 2025 ▪ Region 4 McKinney Conference Center Discover emerging tech trends, hands-on tools, and practical strategies for your classroom or district. Open to K–12 educators, administrators, and community partners. Don’t miss this chance to connect and innovate at DLC 2025! esc4.net/dlc
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Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week! Region 4 Educator Preparation is proud to partner with Odyssey Academy on their Teacher Apprenticeship Program—shaping the future of education one resident teacher at a time! Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Goodman shares how the program, supported by Region 4, helps new teachers thrive through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on experience. Together, we’re building stronger classrooms and better-prepared educators for tomorrow. Watch her video and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gFAXHMWh. #NAW2024