Introducing a FREE Texas History CPE Course

The San Antonio Living History Association has developed this first TEA-approved CPE course for Texas history educators. Titled Tejano Contributions to the Texas Revolution: San Antonio's Role in Shaping History through Living History and Material Culture, this SALHA educational pilot project has been made possible by support from the Educational Grants Program of the San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation.

This initial CPE course presentation is being offered free to Texas history teachers who register for the October 30th and November 15th, 2025, course sessions of SALHA's first CPE Tejano course. Full 8 hours accreditation will be awarded to all registered Texas history educators who complete the CPE course requirements.

Tejano Contributions to the Texas Revolution

Teacher Professional Development Course

Course Title and Overview:

Tejano Contributions to the Texas Revolution: San Antonio's Role in Shaping History through Living History and Material Culture

This 8-hour CPE course provides educators with a dynamic, hands-on exploration of Tejano contributions to the Texas Revolution, emphasizing the significance of San Antonio during the conflict. The course integrates living history elements with a focus on material culture—artifacts, clothing, tools, and weapons—used by Tejanos and other figures involved in the Revolution.

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Learning Objectives:
  1. Understand the significant contributions of Tejanos to the Texas Revolution and their impact on the course of events.
  2. Examine the role of San Antonio during the Texas Revolution, focusing on key battles and historical events.
  3. Explore material culture from the period, including clothing, weapons, tools, and artifacts used by Tejanos and others involved in the Revolution.
  4. Learn how to incorporate living history and material culture into lessons to engage students with Texas history.
  5. Gain skills in using primary sources and artifacts to create immersive and interactive classroom experiences.
  6. Apply TEKS standards for teaching history while emphasizing cultural inclusivity and diverse perspectives in the classroom.
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Participant feedback will be collected through an evaluation form. A certificate of completion and 8 CPE hours will be awarded to all participants.

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Course Registration

This introductory CPE course is being offered FREE to Texas history teachers!

Complete the registration form to enroll in the Tejano Contributions CPE course:

SALHA Tejano CPE Course Registration →

Full 8 hours of CPE accreditation will be awarded to all registered Texas history educators who complete the course requirements for both the October 30th and November 15th, 2025 sessions.