Greetings!
Welcome to the Strong Foundations Implementation (SFI) Grant program!
We are excited to partner with your Local Education Agency (LEA) as you implement high-quality instructional materials. As you begin this journey, we understand that contracting with an Approved Provider is a crucial step toward achieving your goals.
We want to support your LEA to ensure that you have the information and resources needed to select an Approved Provider by the contracting deadline of May 17, 2024. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way as you work to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes within your LEA. Your dedication to this initiative is instrumental in shaping the future of education in our community.
Warm regards,
Strong Foundations Implementation Team
Reminders and Next Steps
Action Items
To set your LEA up for success, complete the following action items:
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If you did not attend the LEA Kick off for Strong Foundations, please review the slides and recording, and access all of the resources shared on the anchor document.
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Submit HQIM Readiness Inventory by April 12.
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Register and complete the required training sessions outlined in this newsletter.
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Complete Strong Start Transition Plan (template provided in Strong Start Implementation Leader Training session).
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Complete the SFI Contact Form to create a roster for all participants at your LEA by July 31.
REQUIRED: Contracting 101
In this session, the person(s) responsible for district finance and grant management/point persons for the grant(s) will learn about utilizing strategy to select an Approved Provider. They will learn guidance on budgeting to meet LEA specific goals and will gather basic information from the grants team on navigating the action steps to access funding.
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April 4, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to noon CT
REQUIRED: Intro to RBIS
In this session, district level senior leaders/leadership teams will engage in a high-level overview of the research behind the Research-based Instructional Strategies (RBIS) and a brief introduction to literacy and math RBIS.
Note: anyone who attended a two or three-day RBIS training through Strong Foundations Planning is not required to attend again.
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April 11, 2024, 11:00 a.m. to noon CT
REQUIRED: Strong Start Implementation Leader Training
All participating district and school-level leaders will engage in planning and preparation for the pre-launch components of HQIM implementation. Resources will be provided to support materials access, scheduling and instructional calendars, aligning expectations, and developing a professional learning plan.
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April 23, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to noon CT
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April 24, 2024, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. CT
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May 1, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to noon CT
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May 2, 2024, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. CT
REQUIRED: Strong Start Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program Leader Training
Academic district leaders and school-level leaders will build knowledge of specific HQIM products to support strong implementation. Attendance is required for leaders implementing Amplify Texas Elementary Literacy Program through the LASO Cycle II award.
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April 24, 2024, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. CT
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May 1, 2024, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. CT
REQUIRED: Strong Start Eureka Math TEKS Edition Leader Training
Academic district leaders and school-level leaders will build knowledge of specific HQIM products to support strong implementation. Attendance is required for leaders implementing Eureka Math TEKS Edition through the LASO Cycle II award.
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April 23, 2024, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. CT
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May 2, 2024, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. CT
REQUIRED: Strong Start Carnegie Texas Math Solution Leader Training
Academic district leaders and school-level leaders will build knowledge of specific HQIM products to support strong implementation. Attendance is required for leaders implementing Carnegie Texas Math Solution through the LASO Cycle II award.
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April 23, 2024, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. CT
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May 2, 2024, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. CT
SUPPLEMENTAL: HQIM Implementation Symposium
All participating LASO Cycle II leaders are invited to attend the symposium to hear from LEAs who participated in HQIM implementation through LASO Cycle I during the 2023–24 school year. LEAs will share their HQIM journey, experiences, and strategies for success. When registering, select “other” for your LEA name.
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May 2, 2024, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. CT
SUPPLEMENTAL: LASO Cycle II Office Hours
Office hours are held at 9:00 a.m. CT on the first Monday of every month and provide on-going time for leaders engaged in grant activities to meet with TEA representatives for support and to answer questions.
The publisher contact information for B and C awardees ready to discuss print orders is:
Remember, orders cannot be placed until NOGAs have been issued (this applies to all A, B, and C awardees).
Engagement Opportunities
We are always looking for ways to connect with our partners in the field!
From site visits, to review opportunities, to focus groups, there are numerous ways to connect with TEA and support the field of education. If you are interested in participating in an engagement opportunity, sign up by clicking the button below.
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