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The Texas OnCourse Professional Learning Series provides free, high-quality digital learning opportunities focused on college and career planning. Participants can connect with colleagues and learn from expert guest speakers on counseling and advising topics. Whether you're a seasoned counselor or new to advising, this series offers valuable insights and resources to enhance your impact.

Tiny Takes:

These concise, 30-minute sessions provide you with essential insights and resources for college and career advising. Each of the sessions can fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, delivering practical, ready-to-use information.

Who should attend? Middle and high school educators, advisors, counselors, administrators, and higher education staff.

Professional Learning Series dates:

Tuesday Webinars: Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 (CDT)

Thursday Tiny Takes: Oct. 20, Nov. 17 (CDT)

ApplyTexas Webinar Series: Aug. 26, Sept. 10, Sept. 24, Nov. 18 (CDT)

Check out the Professional Learning Series Schedule for all of our upcoming sessions!

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Reimagining College and Career Exploration with My Texas Future and Direct Admissions

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Aug. 11, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

Discover how My Texas Future and Direct Admissions can empower students to explore college and career opportunities, develop personalized postsecondary plans, and learn about admission pathways. Participants will learn how these tools help students identify admission opportunities and make informed decisions about their future.

Using ApplyTexas Counselor Suite Enhancements to Manage Your Student Roster

August 26, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

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Get ready for the academic year with a guided tour of the new ApplyTexas Counselor Suite features. These features were designed to help you create and manage your roster, so you can add students, review report downloads, and find important information directly from your student list. Learn how the new tools let counselors create complete, organized student rosters and track ApplyTexas application progress and graduation requirements throughout the school year.

Navigating ApplyTexas Tools for Students and Counselors

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Sep 8, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

Join us for an overview of the ApplyTexas system, including the Applicant Portal and Counselor Suite. Explore how students complete and track applications, and discover brand-new tools that let counselors manage student records, monitor financial aid filing statuses, and check admission application progress, so you can support students throughout the college application process.

Leveraging the ApplyTexas Counselor Suite’s Student Details Feature for Tracking

September 10, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

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Explore enhancements to the ApplyTexas Counselor Suite’s Student Details feature that make monitoring application progress, tracking graduation requirements, and understanding student activity even easier. Learn to use practical tools and student-level information to support students through Direct Admissions and college and financial aid applications.

Get ready for Free College Application Week 2026!

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Sep 15, 2026 |10 am to 11 am CDT

During Free College Application Week, October 12–18, institutions statewide waive application fees for students applying using the ApplyTexas platform. In this session, we will share best practices for promoting participation, highlight student success stories, address frequently asked questions, and provide ready-to-use resources to support your efforts. Learn how you can maximize student engagement and ensure Free College Application Week is a meaningful and successful experience for your students.

Overview of ApplyTexas

September 24, 2026 | 10 am - 11 am

We are excited to partner with the Texas College Access Network (TxCAN) to provide a detailed overview of the ApplyTexas application system. Explore both the Applicant Portal and the Counselor Suite, gaining a deeper understanding of the tools and features available to support students and advising staff throughout the college application process.

Financial Aid Essentials for Educators and Advisors

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Oct 13, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

Help students turn college dreams into reality by strengthening your understanding of the financial aid process. In this session, educators and advisors will explore the fundamentals of FAFSA and TASFA completion, review current financial aid updates, and discover practical strategies for supporting students and families every step of the way.

New Features, Better Support: Exploring ApplyTexas Updates

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Oct 20, 2026 | 10 am to 10:30 am CDT

Discover the ApplyTexas system’s recent changes, including new features within the Applicant Portal and Counselor Suite. Learn how these updates can streamline counselors’ workflows and enhance their ability to guide students through the application process.

ApplyTexas Counselor Suite Training

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November 18, 2026 | 10 am - 11 am CDT

Join us along with TxCAN for an in-depth look at the enhanced Counselor Suite. Our expert presenters will demonstrate how to upload student rosters and track and manage student application progress. Gain the knowledge and confidence needed to effectively navigate the Counselor Suite and maximize the platform's capabilities to support your students’ success.

Aligning Purpose and Practice: Strategies to Foster a College and Career Readiness Culture

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Nov 10, 2026 | 10 am to 11 am CDT

Designed for school counselors and educators to collaborate together, this session will highlight practical strategies for integrating Texas OnCourse Academy, ApplyTexas, My Texas Future, and ADVi into daily work with students. Participants will explore ways to strengthen advising, support informed postsecondary planning, and build a sustainable, schoolwide approach that promotes college and career success for all students.

Understanding the Texas First Program

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Nov 17, 2026 | 10 am to 10:30 am CDT

Join us for an overview of the Texas First Program, including eligibility requirements and award process. Whether you are new to the Texas First Program or looking for a refresher, this webinar will help you identify students qualified to participate.