NET Alliance

06/13/2026

📣 Call for Proposals: Foundations in Action Conference 2026! 📣

Are you shaping the future of education? We want to hear from you! We are officially accepting session proposals for this year’s conference, happening on September 25, 2026, in Houston, TX.

We are looking for innovative, inspiring, and actionable practices designed specifically for new teachers and their mentors.

📅 Submission Deadline: July 15, 2026

04/19/2026

Attention! For all the nominees and nominators who were invited to attend the Celebrating Excellence Banquet, we are finalizing our headcount this evening(very soon). Please respond to your email ASAP, as we would not be able to accommodate anyone else after today. Thank you.

04/19/2026

✨ Keynote Speaker Announcement ✨

We are honored to announce our keynote speaker for the New Elementary Teachers Alliance Celebrating Excellence Banquet…
🎤
President of Region IV TCWSE
Dr. Sims is a powerful leader and advocate for educators, and we are excited for her to inspire a room full of excellence.

Because of YOU, our nominators, we have a SOLD OUT event filled with incredible educators who will be recognized and celebrated. Your commitment to uplifting others is what makes this work so meaningful.

💙 Thank you for taking the time to nominate outstanding educators.
💛 Thank you for helping us create a space where excellence is seen, valued, and honored.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all! 🎉

04/07/2026

🎤 He’s not just speaking—he’s shifting perspectives.

We’re proud to officially release the TEDx talk from Jonathan Kegler — now recognized as an official TEDx speaker!

In his powerful talk, Jonathan challenges us to rethink the way we approach leadership, growth, and impact in our communities. His message is one that stays with you—pushing you to reflect, act, and lead with intention.

This is more than a talk… it’s a call to action.

🔥 If you’re an educator, leader, or changemaker—this one is for you.

🎥 Watch. Reflect. Share.
https://youtu.be/Tj_VDXamOaw?si=GE-R8CnLfJyZl_92

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04/04/2026

✨ Mentorship Matters. Impact Matters. Recognition Matters. ✨

Last year, we had the honor of celebrating incredible educators who go above and beyond—not just for their students, but for their fellow teachers.

Today, we’re proud to spotlight one of our nominated mentors from last year’s Celebrating Excellence Banquet. 💙

As a 2nd grade teacher in Channelview ISD with 7 years of experience across grades K–3, Ashley Shed is passionate about building confident young learners, creating a joyful classroom environment, and most importantly, mentoring new teachers as they navigate the profession.

In this video, she shares her experience and what being recognized as a mentor meant to her. 🎥✨

👇 Take a moment to listen. You’ll be reminded why this work matters.

And if you know a mentor who is making a difference…

Nominate them.
Because recognition isn’t just an honor; it’s fuel to keep going.

🗓 Deadline to submit nominations: April 10

https://forms.gle/oyeTVDuXhh62bjCr9

04/03/2026

✨ New TEDx Release ✨

Time to amplify another voice that inspires growth and change…

🎤 We’re proud to release another powerful talk from TEDx Brewster Park Ed

✨ Featuring: Norma A Castillo ✨

🎥 Take a moment today to watch, reflect, and be inspired.

https://youtu.be/B-5_6uGXaMI?si=zmA_fhqrtZAE7DCm

👇 If you watch, drop a 🙏 in the comments

🔁 Share with an educator who needs this message

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04/03/2026

Looking to make an impact while elevating your brand?

We’re inviting community partners and organizations to sponsor our “Celebrating Excellence” Banquet, an evening dedicated to honoring the incredible educators who shape our future every single day.

📅 May 8, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Houston, TX

This is more than sponsorship—it’s an opportunity to:

✨ Support and honor outstanding educators
✨ Gain visibility across the education community
✨ Build meaningful connections with leaders and changemakers

Your partnership helps us ensure educators are recognized, valued, and celebrated because appreciation is key to retention and impact.

📩 Ready to partner with us?
Here are the different sponsorship levels: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17y4gcsJdi64jLHT4E2bK8-1GTc5EBGay/view?pli=1

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your support may be tax-deductible.

Let’s come together to celebrate excellence and invest in education.

EducationLeadership CommunityPartnership

03/31/2026

🚨 Is YOUR district being represented? 🚨

We’re seeing nominations roll in from across the region, and it’s powerful to see educators being recognized for the impact they make every single day.

👏 Shoutout to the districts already represented:

Alief ISD, Varnett Public Schools, Goose Creek ISD, Galena Park ISD, New Caney ISD, Houston ISD, Aldine ISD, Sheldon ISD, Texas City ISD, Channelview ISD

But we know there are MANY more incredible educators out there who deserve to be celebrated.

✨ Don’t let your campus or district be left out.

Take a moment to nominate an outstanding educator who is making a difference in the lives of students and staff.

💡 Recognition matters.
💡 Appreciation retains teachers.
💡 Your nomination could mean everything to someone who shows up daily for kids.

👉 Submit your nominations today and help us celebrate excellence in education. https://forms.gle/6tifaHvnHcRNQEwZ7

Share and repost this FREE opportunity!
Tag someone who needs to submit a nomination!

03/30/2026

What happens when passion meets purpose?

You get a message that moves people.

took the TEDx stage and delivered a talk rooted in truth, growth, and the power of leadership in education.

His words remind us why we do this work and why it matters more than ever.

🎥 Don’t miss this moment. https://youtu.be/2Ncr6ixeJiI?si=mF8A57ilAZWbDo38
Diztorsha Lavan