Our Purpose

The purpose of the Council shall be to bring

together at intervals the English language arts and reading teachers of North Texas for mutual benefit through professional development opportunities focusing on ways to improve the teaching of English language arts and reading and to stimulate study and investigation.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to support quality, relevant instruction in reading, writing, and communication skills by offering affordable professional development opportunities to teachers in the North Texas area. We will do this through our:

  • Annual Language & Literacy Conference

  • NTCTELA website

  • Networking with professional organizations