Join ATPE at the 2026 Texas Tribune Festival
Educators may take advantage of special pricing to enjoy this three-day festival of ideas—and the opportunity to earn CPE credit at select sessions through ATPE.
Time to Brush Up on Texas History
With the State Board of Education fundamentally shifting how Texas history is taught beginning in the 2030-31 school year, now’s the time to access free professional learning resources from the Bullock Texas State History Museum.
You’re Invited! ATPE Back-to-School Bash with Devin Siebold
Register for the upcoming ATPE Back-to-School Bash event!
The Teacher Down the Hall: It’s OK Not to Be Resilient Today
For educators facing layoffs or unexpected reassignment, the end of the school year may bring more than exhaustion. This column explores the grief that can accompany professional loss and offers guidance for moving forward with care and compassion.
The Teacher Down the Hall: 504 Plans as a Shield for Educators and Students
While researchers examine the rise in 504 plans, a classroom teacher and parent reflects on what those plans mean in daily practice and why they can protect both students and the educators supporting them.
When Motivation Fades, Momentum Matters
If teaching feels heavier right now, you’re not alone. As motivation fluctuates, momentum becomes essential. Learn how small, consistent practices can help educators show up for themselves and their students during a challenging season.
The F-Word: When Did “Fun” Become a Dirty Word in Education?
Has “fun” become a forbidden word in schools? One educator reflects on how joy once defined learning and how teachers today can reclaim the small moments of creativity, connection, and wonder that make classrooms come alive again.
The Teacher Down the Hall: Brewing the Perfect Classroom
What do espresso and education have in common? More than you’d think. Discover how balance shapes both the perfect cappuccino and the most effective classrooms.
Looking to Energize Students in Your Classroom, Campus, District, or Community?
ATPE is excited to offer our first self-paced online book study featuring School of Engagement by Jonathan Alsheimer.
The Teacher Down the Hall: Finding Glimmers—the Micro-Moments That Restore Educators
In a time of mounting stress and burnout in education, “glimmers”—small moments of joy and connection—offer hope. Learn how recognizing these can help educators build resilience, regulate stress, and foster community.
