Region 17 Education Service Center (ESC) is a regional service organization that provides a wide range of services to support school administration and instruction. Created by the Texas Legislature and the Texas State Board of Education in 1967, ESC Region 17 serves public school districts located on the South Plains of West Texas. The center's primary objectives are to facilitate increasing student performance, help school districts operate efficiently and economically, and implement state education initiatives.

With its headquarters in Lubbock, the center supports school districts with diversified agricultural economies, as well as a growing medical and allied health-based economy. ESC Region 17 offers various services, including professional development, technical assistance, teaching and learning support, federal programs and school improvement, student services, technology support, business services, information management services, and child nutrition support. The dedicated staff at Region 17 ESC is committed to fostering healthy and thriving learning communities in the area.

Contact them at 806-792-4000 or visit their website for more information