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This newsletter compiles the most up-to-date information concerning what EPPs need to know to best support their faculty/instructors, staff, and candidates. Please thoroughly read all the sections for reminders, upcoming events, To Dos, and FAQs.
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Educator Preparation Program Listserv Registration
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TIER Information Sessions for EPPs
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The TEA initiative, Tiered Interventions using Evidence-based Research (TIER) provides training, resources, and supports on best practices for multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS). These sessions will share information about all the free resources available for EPPs.
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Qualified applicants may submit proposals through the Region 13 bidding website
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Deadline Extended Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Updates related to Educator Standards and Certification Testing
Deadline Extended: Texas-specific Teacher Performance Assessment Request for Proposal
The Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development of the Texas-specific Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA) is now posted on the Region 13 bidding website. Qualified applicants from Texas institutions of higher education are encouraged to submit a proposal to complete all development activities and create all aligned statewide implementation resources for a Texas-specific teacher performance assessment. The deadline for proposals has been extended to November 28, 2023.
Updates related to Educator Preparation and Certification
New: Notice of Name Change for Approved Charter School
The name of the approved charter school Promise Community Schools (CDN: 101853) has been changed to BakerRipley Community Schools (CDN: 101853). The name has been updated on the LEA dropdown in ECOS Entity screens. This should not impact candidates placed on this campus; however, EPPs will need to know the correct name to select from the LEA list when recommending certificates and creating clinical experience records.
We take this space to highlight questions that we have heard from EPPs
Q: What are the requirements for a teacher candidate who receives a virtual formal observation by the field supervisor and when must the post-observation conference occur?
A: Each virtual formal observation must be at least 45 minutes in length, conducted by the field supervisor, followed by a post-observation conference within 72 hours of the educational activity, and conducted through the use of an unedited electronic transmission, video, or technology-based method. Reference 19 TAC §228.35(g)(2)(A-D).
Q: Must an observation for a teacher candidate that was conducted in-person also include a post-observation conference that is conducted within 72 hours?
A: 19 TAC §228.35(g) does not provide guidance on the timing of the post-observation conference that follows an in-person observation. It is a best practice for the field supervisor to conduct the post-observation conference as soon as possible following the observation to provide immediate, meaningful feedback to support the candidate's growth as a teacher. The post-conference does not have to be conducted on the candidate’s clinical teaching or internship site. Field supervision requirements for teacher candidates are in 19 TAC §228.35(g).
Your best source for information and support at the TEA.
As an Educator Preparation Program, your main point of contact is your Education Specialist.
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View a list of EPPs and their associated Education Specialist.
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For easiest assistance, please submit a Help Desk ticket to Preparation Programs.
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Or EPPs (and candidates) may call (512) 936-8400 and select Option #5: Educator Preparation Programs. If an Education Specialist is not available to answer the call at that time, please leave a voicemail. An Education Specialist will promptly return the call.
Updated: If EPPs (and candidates) would like to speak to a representative from another area(s), they may call (512) 936-8400 and select one of the options listed below.
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Option 2: Educator Certification
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Option 3: Fingerprinting
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Option 6: Investigations
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Option 8: General Office Information
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