TEA Communications

TEA Communications shares information regarding programs, projects, and initiatives of the Texas Education Agency in support of the students, educators, parents, and communities all across the state. Media Relations is the agency's point of contact for members of the media seeking information concerning agency policy, state law, and issues affecting students and public education in Texas.

Communications Staff

Executive Director of Communications 

• Tracy Young, tracy.young@tea.texas.gov  

Media Relations Staff 

• Jake Kobersky, Director of Media Relations: jake.kobersky@tea.texas.gov
• Melissa Holmes, Media Relations Specialist: melissa.holmes@tea.texas.gov
• Ricky Garcia, Media Relations Specialist: ricky.garcia@tea.texas.gov

Creative and Production Staff

• Holly Satsky, Director of Creative and Production: holly.satsky@tea.texas.gov
• Lisa Gouveia, Graphic Designer: lisa.gouveia@tea.texas.gov
• Peter Cowie, Multimedia Specialist: peter.cowie@tea.texas.gov 

News and Information

News releases are regularly posted on the web. Sign up to receive news releases by email. You may also subscribe to other lists at this address.

Social Media

The Texas Education Agency uses appropriate Social Media/Web 2.0 technologies to strengthen communication and collaboration with educators and citizens. The TEA Social Media Policy is based on the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Social Media Guidelines. 

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