As school leaders, one of the most impactful steps you can take to address your teachers’ concerns and impact students’ success is implementing...
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The Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Guide defines phenomena (the plural of phenomenon) as naturally...
November is Family Literacy Month It’s Family Literacy Month, an ideal time to encourage students to read and discuss books with their families...
Chris Mihealsick, a science teacher at Round Rock Independent School District’s Westwood High School, was named the 2025 Texas Teacher of the...
The state of Texas has provided updates for the State Test Report for 2024-2025. The article includes information on the 2025 TELPAS, Centralized...
Each year, Student Assessment considers recommendations from stakeholders on updates to state testing accommodations. This helps “level the playing...
Superintendent certification programs equip educational leaders with the advanced knowledge and skills to lead school districts effectively. These...
Embarking on your journey as a first-year teacher is both thrilling and daunting. The excitement of shaping young minds mingles with the pressure of...
Whether you are new to the TIA application process or considering expanding your current application, identifying suitable student growth measures is...
This time of year, schools are completing their diagnostic testing of students and developing an awareness of their students’ strengths and areas of...
As we enter the 2024-25 school year, students, educators, and parents alike are keenly interested in the State of Texas Assessments of Academic...
A Pathway to Academic Success The journey from high school to college is a significant transition in a student’s life. Ensuring students are well...
Classroom Instruction, Instructional Coaching, Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas
Redefine Math Education with Building Thinking Classrooms
Reflecting on my early education, I remember math class as a place where we were expected to sit in neat rows, focus solely on our own papers, and...
Advanced Academics, Classroom Instruction, Strategic Instruction
What to Do When Your Child is Identified as Gifted and Talented: A Parent’s Guide
You receive a letter from the school asking permission to test your child for the gifted and talented (GT) program. Or maybe you requested to have...
Assessment, Classroom Instruction, STAAR, Subject Areas, TEKS
3 Reasons to Pay Attention to the Science TEKS Introduction
The new Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Kindergarten through 12th grade will be implemented for the 2024-2025 school year...
Did you know the state has approved six bilingual program models to support emergent bilingual students? According to TEA data, 1 in every 5 Texas...
In the evolving landscape of education, preparing students for life after graduation encompasses more than academic prowess. The College, Career, and...
The school leaders are responsible for guiding students, staff, and the entire campus toward growth and success. This requires unwavering focus and...
Today marks a milestone in Texas education as Education Service Center (ESC) Region 13 proudly announces the launch of its Education Foundation...
If you’re an aspiring educational leader, considering a superintendent certification program is a significant step toward advancing your career...
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires state education agencies to determine low-performing schools. These low-performing schools are...
Understanding CTE Career and Technical Education (CTE) is crucial in preparing students for the workforce by equipping them with the skills and...
Every year, districts across the state are required to identify students who will participate in Gifted and Talented (GT) programs. This GT...
A principal’s daily responsibilities vary, from engaging with families and the community to providing instructional leadership and managing...
As you know, it’s important for principals to build a sense of community on campus. A cohesive group achieves more together and makes for a...
Content within the new Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) starts in the 2024-25 school year. The new TEKS affects Kindergarten...
Steven Snell, superintendent of Liberty Hill ISD, has been named the 2024 Regional Superintendent of the Year by the Education Service Center (ESC)...
The Texas Accountability System comprises three parts or Domains: Domain 1: Academic Achievement, Domain 2: School Progress, and Domain 3: Closing...
Becoming a superintendent in Texas is a pinnacle achievement for educators aspiring to lead at the highest levels of educational administration. To...
Are you striving to enhance your students’ College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) milestones? The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has two...
Classroom Instruction, Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas, TEKS
Free Standards-based Tasks to Explore in TPSP
The Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) is a Texas Education Agency (TEA) created website providing teachers across Texas with free standards...
Announcements, General
Dime Box ISD Announces Selection of Lone Finalist for Superintendent Position
Dime Box ISD proudly announces the selection of Dr. Edna Kennedy as the lone finalist for the position of Superintendent. With an extensive...
As schools close for the summer, many parents and educators seek ways to maintain academic momentum. With the downtime afforded by the break, apps...
So, your district has adopted High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM). Now what? TEA defines full-subject high-quality materials as those that...
Sorting Misconceptions vs. Reality for STAAR Automated Scoring The Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) announcement regarding the use of an Automated...
Coach. That one word alone will likely lead you to think about what? If you’re like me, something like sports or athletics comes to mind. Like...
Schools are highly complex environments, with numerous systems, stakeholders, and components interacting and impacting one another. It’s...
Hey there, Texas educators! If you’ve been using the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative (TCMPC) TEKS Resource System (TEKS RS)...
Classroom Instruction, STAAR, Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas, TEKS
Science Tools Within the New Science TEKS
The new Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for grades Kindergarten through 12th will be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year. In...
Are you passionate about education but lack a traditional teaching or administrative certificate? Alternative certification programs offer a viable...
Classroom Instruction, Multilingual Instruction, STAAR, Strategic Instruction
How can I Support Multilingual Students with STAAR?
Multilingual students can feel overwhelmed when taking a standardized test because English is not their native language. This feeling may impact...
Are you considering a career in education? Becoming a paraprofessional, also known as an educational aide, can be a fulfilling and impactful way to...
Campus Leadership, The Practical Principal
The Transformative Power of Team-Building for School Leaders
Let’s face it: being a school leader is one of the most challenging and dynamic careers out there. Effective leadership is essential for...
A high-speed roller coaster is a metaphor for the academic school year, with all its twists, turns, surprise drops, and even the ultimate upside-down...
Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas, TEKS
Technology Applications TEKS Changes Coming for 2024-25 School Year
In 2022, the State Board of Education (SBOE) gave final approval to the revised Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS ) for Technology...
Determining the percentages for student growth and teacher observations in the Weighting Tab of your TIA application is a critical decision. Those...
You may be familiar with the STAAR test. But what is it, and why is it important? STAAR is short for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic...
Blended and Personalized Learning, Classroom Instruction, Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas
Designing Personalized Playlists for the Classroom
“I love it! I really love the playlists!” says Adriana Suazo, special education teacher in Dripping Springs, Texas. “It’s all about the personalized...
Campus Leadership, Career and Technology, Classroom Instruction, Multilingual Instruction, Operations, Strategic Instruction
Professional Development for Inspired Bilingual/ESL Educators
In the ever-evolving Bilingual/ESL education landscape, educators must stay at the forefront of best practices and innovative approaches. While...
Campus Leadership, The Practical Principal
Creating Consistency: The Importance of T-TESS Calibration
The Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is a comprehensive framework designed to assess and improve teaching practices in schools across...