Volunteer Spotlight: Ashley DeBusk
Meet Ashley DeBusk, a special education inclusion teacher at Odessa High in Ector County ISD, the president of Odessa ATPE, and the Region 18 ATPE director.
Creating Connections: Meet Amanda Still, H-E-B’s 2026 Elementary Counselor of the Year
With a background in art and special education, Mesquite ISD counselor Amanda Still brings creativity and a relationship-centered approach to helping students navigate life's challenges. ATPE sat down with Amanda to celebrate her achievement, explore what inspires her work, and learn what lessons she hopes students carry with them beyond
Announcing ATPE’s 2026 Award Recipients!
The 2026 ATPE Educator of the Year, Campus Representative of the Year, and Local Unit of the Year awards recognize outstanding Texas educators and association volunteers.
Volunteer Spotlight: Kristin Renetzky
Meet Kristin Renetzky, a PE teacher at Barbara Pierce Bush Elementary in Conroe ISD and the president of Conroe ATPE.
Round of Applause
Let’s give a round of applause to our ATPE members all around the state who go above and beyond.
ATPE-PAC Honor Roll
The following ATPE members donated $20 or more per month to the ATPE Political Action Committee (ATPE-PAC) from Jan. 1 to Feb. 28, 2026.
Volunteer Spotlight: Haydee Castillo
Meet Haydee Castillo, a first grade teacher at Valley View South Elementary School in Valley View ISD and the president of Valley View (1) ATPE.
Vickiela Wright leads with heart, and Texas is listening
Named 2026 Texas Teacher of the Year, Clear Creek ISD ATPE member and fifth grade teacher Vickiela Wright is using her platform to elevate student voice and champion the belief that learning begins with confidence and care.
ATPE-PAC Honor Roll
The following ATPE members donated $20 or more per month to the ATPE Political Action Committee (ATPE-PAC) from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025.
Round of Applause
Let’s give a round of applause to our ATPE members all around the state who go above and beyond.
Round of Applause
Let’s give a round of applause to our ATPE members all around the state who go above and beyond.
