Statewide Conference on Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Statewide Conference on Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing The Texas Statewide Conference for the Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

🎉🛍️ SWCED 2026 Silent Auction is LIVE — Start Bidding!Don’t miss your chance to score amazing items AND support a great ...
06/20/2026

🎉🛍️ SWCED 2026 Silent Auction is LIVE — Start Bidding!

Don’t miss your chance to score amazing items AND support a great cause! 💙

🔗 Browse & Bid Here:
https://www.32auctions.com/STATEWIDE2026

📝 Getting Started is Easy:

Click the link
Create an account (email + password)
Check your email to verify
Start bidding on your favorite items!

📩 Stay in the Game:
You’ll get email updates when you’re outbid—so you can jump back in and win it!

🔑 Helpful Tips:
• Forgot your password? Use the “Forgot password” link on the login page
• Need to update your info? Visit “My Account”
• Locked out? Wait 15 minutes and try again

❓ Questions? We’ve got you covered:
Contact the Silent Auction Team:
Lindsay Chandler (214-924-7031 | [email protected])
Carmen Castro (915-253-3250 | [email protected])
Holly Cates (940-300-4906 | [email protected])

⏳ Don’t wait—bidding is already heating up!

Shelly Bybee, what fond memories do you have of past SWCED conferences? "What makes these conferences truly unforgettabl...
06/19/2026

Shelly Bybee, what fond memories do you have of past SWCED conferences?

"What makes these conferences truly unforgettable is the community. I hold so many heartwarming memories of learning alongside colleagues during the day and enjoying endless laughter and friendship into the evenings."

Hooray! SWCED 2026 is next week! All 2026 SWCED IN-PERSON Registrants received an email this morning with important info...
06/19/2026

Hooray! SWCED 2026 is next week!

All 2026 SWCED IN-PERSON Registrants received an email this morning with important information regarding the conference, June 25 - 27, 2026. It was sent to the email used when registering. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Can't find the email?
*Check your spam or junk mail folder.
*Check a different email -- just in case you forgot which email you used when you registered.

Still can't find the email?
Contact Anne Darr, [email protected]

ONLINE-ONLY registrants, you’ll receive an email next week.🙂

🚗✈️ Getting to SWCED 2026 — Plan Ahead!We can’t wait to see you June 25–27 at the Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwo...
06/18/2026

🚗✈️ Getting to SWCED 2026 — Plan Ahead!

We can’t wait to see you June 25–27 at the Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village! Here’s what you need to know to arrive stress-free:

📍 Hotel Location
1200 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring, TX 77389
📞 281-350-4000

✈️ Flying In? You Have Two Airport Options:

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
• 15 miles away (about 20–25 minutes)
• SuperShuttle: ~$29 one-way (reservation required)
Rates may change due to the World Cup games in Houston.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
• 31 miles away
• SuperShuttle: ~$51 one-way (reservation required)
Rates may change due to the World Cup games in Houston.

⚠️ Important: The hotel does NOT provide shuttle service.

🚐 Transportation Options:
• SuperShuttle (reserve: 800-258-3826)
• On-property private car service
• Limousine/van service

🚌 Traveling by Bus?
Greyhound Bus Terminal – Houston (nearby)

⏳ Pro Tip: Book your transportation in advance to ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival! Don't forget that the World Cup is happening during the conference so anticipate delays and plan ahead!

We’re almost there… just days away from Mission: Possible! 💥

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/houns-houston-cityplace-marriott-at-springwoods-village/overview/

📣 TAPED Board Elections Are Coming!Did you know your SWCED 2026 registration includes membership in the Texas Associatio...
06/17/2026

📣 TAPED Board Elections Are Coming!

Did you know your SWCED 2026 registration includes membership in the Texas Association of Parents and Educators for the Deaf (TAPED)? That means YOU have a voice in shaping the future of our conference!

🗳 Voting for the 2026–2028 TAPED Board opens:
🕔 June 25 at 5:00 PM CT
⏰ Closes June 26 at 7:00 PM CT

Take a few minutes to review the candidates and cast your vote. You can even submit a write-in nomination! https://swced.org/board-elections/

✨ Why it matters:
TAPED Board members play a vital role in making SWCED happen—serving as leaders and guiding key parts of conference planning.

✔ Must be a current TAPED member in good standing to be nominated.

🎉 Newly elected board members will be sworn in during the SWCED 2026 Closing Assembly on June 27.

Questions about nominations? Reach out to Dr. Marina McCormick, TAPED President (2022–2026).

Your voice matters—be part of the mission! 💫

Michelle Henry, what are you most looking forward to at SWCED 2026? "I am excited to attend SWCED for the first time! I'...
06/17/2026

Michelle Henry, what are you most looking forward to at SWCED 2026?

"I am excited to attend SWCED for the first time! I've been attending the Statewide conference in Florida for the past 20 years and am thrilled to have the opportunity to finally join Texas educators of the Deaf/HH!"

🚨 FINAL CALL: Don’t Miss SWCED 2026! 🚨The Statewide Conference on Deaf Education is just around the corner — June 25–27 ...
06/16/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL: Don’t Miss SWCED 2026! 🚨

The Statewide Conference on Deaf Education is just around the corner — June 25–27 — and time is running out to secure your spot!

⏳ Last-minute registration is happening NOW
This is your chance to be part of an energizing, statewide gathering focused on “Mission: Possible” — where we come together to ignite innovation, strengthen practice, and elevate outcomes for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.

✨ Why you don’t want to miss this:
• Powerful keynote speakers (including Heather Dowdy & Dr. Caroline Solomon!)
• High-impact breakout sessions across all age ranges and communication approaches
• Networking with passionate professionals from across the state
• Access to resources, strategies, and ideas you can use immediately

🏨 Headed to Houston? Make the most of your experience at the beautiful conference location — and don’t forget to finalize your travel plans!

⚠️ This is it — registration is closing soon.
Don’t wait and miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired.

👉 Register now before it’s too late! https://swced.org/

Lindsay Chandler, why is it important to attend SWCED? "As an educational interpreter, this conference is an amazing opp...
06/15/2026

Lindsay Chandler, why is it important to attend SWCED?

"As an educational interpreter, this conference is an amazing opportunity to learn about all the different aspects of education. There are so many factors that affect a deaf child's education. The more I know about education in general, the better the services I can provide."

Brenda Wellen, what are you most looking forward to at SWCED 2026? "I am looking forward to seeing friends and colleague...
06/13/2026

Brenda Wellen, what are you most looking forward to at SWCED 2026?

"I am looking forward to seeing friends and colleagues across the state. I've also made plans to visit with colleagues I have only (so far) met online! "

Angela Belding, what fond memories do you have of past SWCED conferences? "My favorite memories are the connections made...
06/12/2026

Angela Belding, what fond memories do you have of past SWCED conferences?

"My favorite memories are the connections made with colleagues and friends. The conversations, shared experiences, and sense of community always remind me why this work is so meaningful."

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1200 LAKE PLAZA Drive
Spring, TX
77389

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