Texas State Guard

06/13/2026

06/04/2026

LEAD THE WAY. BECOME A TEXAS STATE GUARD OFFICER.

The Texas State Guard is now recruiting for the next Officer Candidate School (OCS) class.

OCS is the premier leadership development program for Service Members seeking a commission as an officer in the Texas State Guard. Through challenging academic instruction, field training, and practical leadership experiences, candidates develop the skills and confidence required to lead Soldiers in support of the Texas State Guard's state mission.

Whether leading a team through complex scenarios, making decisions under pressure, or strengthening your military knowledge and professional presence, OCS prepares future officers to serve with competence, character, and commitment.

Basic Eligibility
✔ Four-year college degree (waivers may be considered)
✔ Under 50 years of age (waivers considered to age 54)
✔ In good standing with your unit
✔ Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to serve

If you are ready to take the next step in your military career and answer the call to lead, now is the time to begin the process.
Interested Service Members should contact 1LT Chris Simpson, OIC, Officer Candidate School, at [email protected] or coordinate through their chain of command for additional information.

Ready to lead? Earn your commission. Build your leadership. Take the next step.

06/04/2026

Be there when Texans need you most. Serve your community. Serve your state. Serve for the love of Texas. Texas State Guard.

For more information, go to: https://tmd.texas.gov/texas-join-now

06/03/2026

Hurricane season has arrived! Are you prepared? Check out the Texas Division of Emergency Management video for more information.

06/02/2026

Texas State Guard personnel recently completed another round of critical professional development and readiness training through Initial Entry Training / Basic Orientation Training (IET/BOT), Officer Professional Military Education (OPME), and the Direct Commissioning Officer Orientation Course (DCOOC) at Camp Swift.

These courses are designed to prepare and develop Texas State Guard service members for leadership, operational readiness, and mission success in support of the State of Texas.

From classroom instruction and leadership development to hands-on field training and team-building exercises, students strengthened the skills necessary to serve during emergencies, disaster response operations, and community support missions across the state.

Training Command remains committed to building disciplined, capable, and mission-ready personnel prepared to answer the call when Texans need them most.

Photo Credits:
Captain Andrew Canham
First Lieutenant Chris Simpson
Master Sergeant Meghan O'Conan

06/01/2026

Texas State Guard proudly represented at the Texas Division of Emergency Management Conference joining over 4,000 leaders, first responders & partners from across the great State of Texas.

05/29/2026

The Texas State Guard remains prepared to answer the call and serve the State of Texas whenever needed.

05/28/2026

Texas State Guardsmen strengthen their skills and maintain readiness through comprehensive Civil Disturbance Operations (CDO) training to serve as a force multiplier throughout the state. We stand ready to serve the great State of Texas.