About Region 8 ESC Region 8 Education Service Center is one of 20 Regional Education Service Centers within Texas which assists school districts in improving student performance and increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of school operations. As a non-regulatory agency, our relationship with our clients is collaborative and supportive. Everything the center offers focuses on helping educators be successful and helping schools save money and leverage resources - driving more money to students in the classroom - where it matters most. Region 8 ESC is governed by: • A seven-member Board of Directors, elected by local school board members; and • An Executive Director, appointed by the Board of Directors, with the approval of the Commissioner of Education.