Across Texas, school leaders are deep in the work of reviewing STAAR results, reflecting on where their campuses are, and asking, “What do we do next...
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Education Service Center Region 13 is proud to announce the Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees as the 2025 Regional Honor Board, a recognition of...
In the ever-evolving landscape of Texas public education, staying current on the A–F Accountability System is more than a compliance exercise...
The Thompson Executive Leadership Institute (TELI) is a nationally recognized program designed to advance leadership training for both...
Jacob Luevano and Andrew Houlik-Ritchey, Education Service Center (ESC) Region 13 Apple Community Project Program Managers, were recognized by Apple...
Conducting a Gifted and Talented (GT) program evaluation is essential for ensuring that your services meet the needs of the gifted students in your...
Pursuing superintendent certification is a bold and exciting step in your leadership journey, but it’s not without challenges. Whether you’re a...
Let’s be honest, as school leaders, every minute on our calendars is maxed out. Most days feel like a sprint; before we know it, we’re...
Classroom Instruction, Strategic Instruction, Subject Areas
Worksheets to Whiteboards: Rethinking the Math Classroom
Not too long ago, my math block started the same way every day: students walked in, grabbed their notebooks, and started a warm-up. Some finished...
When A–F ratings resumed in Texas, a specific accountability term began showing up more often: the Unacceptable Count. Senate Bill 1365, passed...
In a previous blog post, we discussed the importance of establishing a daily independent reading routine for your students. For teachers who have...
Whether you’re a seasoned educator, a passionate parent, or a community member eager to make a difference, this space is for you. We’ll...
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, one thing remains constant: teachers’ critical role in shaping the future. Recognizing this, the...
So, you’ve decided to pursue a career in teaching but haven’t earned your certification yet? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many aspiring educators...
Supporting students during the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness or STAAR testing starts long before the actual test day. This...
At a recent CTASPA meeting, a respected director of HR and seasoned principal recommended a book that quickly earned a spot on my must-read list:...
Principal turnover in Texas has reached alarming levels, with over 21% of principals leaving their positions in the 2023-2024 school year. This...
Behavior, Campus Leadership, Mental Health
Knoster’s Model for Managing Complex Change: An Introduction
If you’re a leader in education, you know that the one constant is change. Knoster’s Model for Managing Complex Change provides a framework for...
Becoming a district leader is a significant step in your leadership journey, requiring experience, vision, and dedication. If you’re considering...
2024-2025 is a transition year for implementing the new K-12 science standards. Teachers across Texas want to know if this year’s Science...
For more than 70 years, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has inspired our nation and the world with its outstanding record of...
Learning breaks can be difficult for children. The longer the break, the more learning loss occurs. Research on “summer slide” or “summer lag” shows...
The shortage of certified teachers applying for campus roles has been a struggle for many district and campus leaders for the last several years...
Accountability, Assessment, Classroom Instruction
How A Strong Game-Changing Data Culture Empowers Public Schools
In today’s fast-paced educational world, data is more important than ever. Creating a game-changing data culture in public schools isn’t...
TIA’s vision is to support districts in building, expanding, and sustaining strategic compensation systems that can differentiate teacher...
February is a month to celebrate love, history, and connection in the classroom. This month’s Book Talk features heartfelt Valentine’s Day stories...
Teaching is one of the most impactful professions, shaping the minds and futures of millions of students every year. However, as the data shows, many...
Each year, Texas requires students to take the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR). The STAAR is based on state curriculum...
As school leaders, we are often called upon to step in when there is a problem—a student struggling with behavior, a conflict needing resolution, or...
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) Student Assessment offers districts and campuses optional assessment resources. These free resources provide tools...
Incorporating engaging activities with read-alouds can bring stories to life and deepen students’ understanding of important themes. Below are...
Must-Have K-12 Book Links for Every Classroom! January is a time for fresh starts, meaningful reflections, and the chance to inspire student...
Stepping into the role of superintendent is a transformative experience filled with opportunities to lead, learn, and make a difference. Three newly...
The Teacher Incentive Allotment, or TIA, was established in 2019 through HB3. TIA aims to provide outstanding teachers with an accessible...
December Book Talk December is filled with opportunities to captivate students through winter-themed read-alouds, holiday writing prompts, and...
Ways to Nurture Literacy Over the Winter Break Looking for fresh ways to inspire your students to dive into books? This blog is packed with engaging...
As school leaders, one of the most impactful steps you can take to address your teachers’ concerns and impact students’ success is implementing...
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...