2026 Texas Thespians Aspiring Educator Program
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Texas Thespians Aspiring Educator Program
Prepare Today. Teach Tomorrow. Impact Forever.
We are committed to supporting the growth and development of students through a variety of leadership programs, including the Texas Thespians Aspiring Educator Program. These experiences provide students with future-ready skills that will equip the next generation of passionate, confident, and impactful theatre educators across Texas!
The Aspiring Educator Program offers focused mentorship and hands-on training to develop passionate, confident, and capable future educators. Students gain valuable experience that supports their journey into collegiate programs and careers in theatre education.
Our cohorts will meet bi-monthly via Google Meet for training and mentorship opportunities. Hands-on opportunities will be managed through Google Classroom.
Texas Thespians Aspiring Theatre Educators will:
- Serve as an example of the ideal Thespian
- Be in training and serve Texas Thespians for one year (October - October)
- Receive Future Ready training on:
- Lesson planning, TEKS. classroom management, teaching strategies
- Resume creation, portfolio development, exploring college programs, and meeting with college representatives
- Create lesson plans or play studies ready for classroom use for TTM
- Participate in State Festival tailored activities:
- Participate in focused workshops at the State Festival with their cohort
- Assist with tours on Admin Day
- Greet at Educator Breakfast
- Write “Thank You” notes to all teachers in attendance
- Serve Texas Thespians by honoring Texas Thespian Teachers
Students who successfully complete the program’s initiatives are invited to return for Year 2.
Aspiring Educator Application and Selection
Any junior or senior who is an inducted Thespian and is in good standing with their troupe may apply.
Three students per school may apply for the Texas Thespian Aspiring Educator Program.
Application Process through Submittable
Opens: August 20, 2026
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Notification via email by: October 15, 2026