Texas PK–8 school leaders

Leading the principals who shape 3 million students.

TEPSA has supported Texas school leaders since 1917 — with advocacy, professional learning, and a community of 5,900+ members.

5,900+Members
3MStudents served
107Years serving Texas
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TEPSA Summer Conference 2026
Kalahari Resort · Registration opens Jun 9
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Member-owned & governed
Serving Texas since 1917
NAESP affiliate
5,900+ active members
Directing 3M PK–8 students
Membership value

Everything you need to lead with confidence

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Professional learning
Online courses, member webinars, and the annual Summer Conference — all earning CPE credit toward your continuing education requirements.
Legal protection
Attorney consultation, employment support, and contract review — professional liability coverage available when you need it most.
Legislative advocacy
TEPSA lobbies on your behalf in Austin. Stay informed and add your voice to education policy that affects your campus every day.
Statewide network
Connect with 5,900+ principals through regional events, standing committees, and the TEPSA Talk podcast community.
Awards & recognition
Nominate outstanding principals for state and national awards, and celebrate campus excellence through TEPSA's recognition programs.
Resources & publications
Access TEPSA Leader, TEPSA News, the Express eNewsletter, and a searchable library of articles on instructional leadership and school culture.
2026 Summer Conference

Grow, connect, and lead with confidence at Kalahari.

Join Texas PK–8 school leaders for three days of professional learning, networking, and inspiration. Sessions earn CPE credit.

Dates
Jun 9–11, 2026
Venue
Kalahari Resort, TX
What to expect
Keynote speakers
National education leaders sharing what's working in schools today.
Breakout sessions
Tracks covering instructional leadership, human capital, and strategic operations.
CPE credit
All sessions qualify for continuing professional education credit.
Member pricing
TEPSA members receive discounted registration — membership pays for itself.
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Awards
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Advocacy
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TEPSA's legal services alone are worth the membership fee. When I faced a difficult personnel situation, having a TEPSA attorney available the same day made all the difference. It's the best professional investment I make every year.
MR
Maria Reyes
Principal, Austin ISD · TEPSA member since 2018

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Membership starts at $389/year. Legal protection, professional learning, advocacy, and 5,900+ colleagues in your corner.

The Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA), whose hallmark is educational leaders learning with and from each other, has served Texas PK-8 school leaders since 1917. Member owned and member governed, TEPSA has more than 6000 members who direct the activities of 3 million PK-8 school children. TEPSA is an affiliate of the National Association of Elementary School Principals.

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