Greetings!
Hello Strong Foundations Implementation grant LEAs,
Welcome to the May edition of the Strong Foundations Implementation Newsletter. We appreciate your ongoing dedication and hard work contracting with an Approved Provider and developing an executed contract that will set you up for success in implementing HQIM. We know that May is a busy time for LEAs and want to ensure you feel supported by the Strong Foundations Implementation team.
In this month’s newsletter, we will share updates and resources to support your work. Together, we are building stronger educational systems that nurture student success and foster a brighter future.
Thank you for your commitment to excellence in education!
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Warm regards,
Strong Foundations Implementation Team
Milestones
Action Items
To set your LEA up for success, complete the following action items:
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The HQIM Readiness Inventory was due April 12.
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Executed Contracts are due May 17. Given the recent errata, we know that contracts may not be completed by May 17. Please work with your AP partners to submit executed contracts as soon as possible.
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Complete Strong Start Transition Plan (template provided in Strong Start Implementation Leader Training session).
- Complete the SFI Contact Form to create a roster for all participants at your LEA by July 31.
A note on upcoming programmatic surveys:
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Participants will receive communications from the Strong Foundation Implementation (SFI) Team via Qualtrics for quarterly survey distribution. To ensure participation in the surveys that are crucial to program success and continuous improvement of the grant, please make sure noreply@tea.texas.gov is whitelisted for all participants at your school/district. Doing so prevents important SFI emails from being marked as spam and being routed to your junk folder. See this FAQ for details on whitelisting emails.
Reminders and Next Steps
Action Items
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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May 2, 2024, 1:00 to 4:00 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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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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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:
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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