“I love it! I really love the playlists!” says Adriana Suazo, special education teacher in Dripping Springs, Texas. “It’s all about the personalized...
In the ever-evolving Bilingual/ESL education landscape, educators must stay at the forefront of best practices and innovative approaches. While...
The Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is a comprehensive framework designed to assess and improve teaching practices in schools across...
Celebrate the 2024 Engineers Week by joining our fun Engineers Week Challenge and do some engineering design with your students! Preview some of the...
“Teaching and learning should bring joy. How powerful would our world be if we had kids who were not afraid to take risks, who were not afraid...
In episodes 6 and 7 of Drinking from the Firehose, Dr. Angela Ward, the founder and CEO of 2Ward Equity Consulting, joins Ellen on the podcast to...
Start the semester off on the right track! Here are two steps to help reinvent classroom culture routines mid-year. Technique One: Create a Vision...
In the dynamic realm of education, the role of a superintendent holds a distinctive significance, influencing the trajectory of schools and districts...
While my teacher preparation program introduced me to the concepts of phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and phonics, it wasn’t until...
HB 3906 (2019) and HB 3261 (2021) required that new item types be developed for the STAAR tests. HB 3261 changed §39.023 (c-8) to read, “Beginning...
As a practical principal and instructional leader, you’re consistently reflecting on the successes of your campus and determining the next steps to...
Did you know Texas has brand new Science standards? The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for grades Kindergarten through 12th have been...
In the realm of educational leadership, the role of a principal is multifaceted and demanding. Principals are not just administrators; they are...
In episodes 3 and 4 of Drinking from the Firehose, Mera Dougherty, a central Texas principal, delves into culturally responsive schools, shedding...
Summer Johnson, a student with a visual impairment in Region 13, shares some common misconceptions she has encountered through personal experience...
Preparation is the foundation of an effective Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. The special education process consists of three main...
Self-regulation is a person’s ability to attain, sustain, and change alertness that is appropriate to the situation. In other words, self-regulation...
What is Mathematical Proficiency? How do you define mathematical proficiency? Had I been asked this question early in my teaching career, I might...
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requires state education agencies to determine low-performing schools. These low-performing schools are...
Elementary teachers lay the foundation for instilling a lifelong love of learning and a deep understanding of foundational skills about the...
As a school leader, you are in full swing, where you’re likely supporting teachers with finding success in their classrooms. This comes in the form...
The role of a school superintendent is pivotal in shaping the educational landscape of a school district. They drive decision-making, policy...
The Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment, known as TELPAS, plays a major role in evaluating the English language proficiency of emergent...
Current research suggests that high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) together with an understanding of research-based instructional strategies...
The Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program is designed to reward effective teachers. Any teacher in an 087 role can receive an allotment...
Within the previous structure of the Texas school accountability system, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) reports that about 30% of district ratings...
Creating a culturally responsive school takes work⏤from disrupting traditional leadership pipelines to building equity in student resources. In...
In educational leadership, aspiring principals in Texas undergo rigorous assessments to prove their readiness for the pivotal role they would like to...
Hello, I am Paula Freeman with ESC Region 13 and this is On the Plus Side, a podcast dedicated to educators who are authentically finding wisdom...
Being a new teacher has its own challenges in the classroom. Add coaching responsibilities to the plate, and you have a recipe for exhaustion...
While every issue a student might describe as “bullying” does not equate to the standard definition, all reports should be taken...
During the A-F Reset made necessary by SB 1365, Domain 3: Closing the Gaps underwent the most significant changes out of all the domains. These...
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), enacted in 2015, builds upon the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965. Above all...
Embarking on learning English as a Newcomer in the United States presents many challenges, especially when adjusting to a new school environment...
The education system has countless unrecognized champions who dedicate themselves to the pursuit of student success. These unsung heroes include...
According to an Education Advisory Board (EAB) survey, since 2018, educators have reported a significant jump in opposition and emotional...
Everyone wants to do what’s best for students. It can feel overwhelming to meet the training requirements for the gifted and talented program...
Transitioning from a focus on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) to Leadership and Character Development (LCD) entails a broader perspective...
Congratulations on your new role as a Multilingual Director/Coordinator! Your dedication to supporting Emergent Bilingual (EB) students has paid off...
In an effort to align Individual Graduation Committees (IBCs) and Programs of Study, while also phasing out sunsetting IBCs, the Texas Education...
The public education system in Texas plays a critical role in shaping our children’s future. Dedicated, hardworking teachers are the backbone...
By introducing the A-F system, TEA committed to keeping the same calculations and cut scores for up to five consecutive years. This allows for...
Some of the consistent difficulties that ALL educators are confronted with include challenging behaviors and decreased motivation. It can be...
Summer Johnson, a high school student in Region 13, shares her perspective on navigating life with a visual impairment. She shares some dos and...
Gifted and Talented (GT) Programs vary across campuses, districts, and the state. Do you know your gifted and talented program goals? Are you...
Megan Vasquez, the Elementary Teacher of the Year, and Samantha Marion, the Secondary Teacher of the Year, both representing Austin Independent...
Welcome to your first year as a Secondary Reading Language Arts teacher! Whether you just graduated from college with an education degree or you...
Behavior coaches are educational professionals who work with students, teachers, and administrators to help improve school climate and reduce problem...
In Texas, the accountability system serves as a vital tool for continuously improving student performance and eliminating achievement gaps based on...
As the backbone of any educational institution, school principals play a crucial role in shaping the future of students, teachers, and the school...
