In the fall of 2024, a group of K-12 science teachers in Marble Falls ISD signed up to be a part of the Science Vertical Instructional Team (VIT). One of the first things the team tackled, along with two ESC Region 13 science specialists, was taking a deep dive into science STAAR/EOC...
Category - Classroom Instruction
Our classroom instruction articles focus on management, high quality lesson planning and delivering, and research backed strategies and tips for educators.
Why Stakeholder Engagement is Crucial to TIA
Stakeholder engagement is essential to implementing the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). TIA’s success and sustainability rely on...
Using Data for Teacher Incentive Allotment Success
When it comes to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), using data isn’t just a requirement; it’s the foundation of reliability, equity...
Your Path To The Classroom: ECP Applications Open
The Education Service Center Region 13 Educator Certification Program (ECP) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. If...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
