2011-2012 region xiii catalog

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WELCOMEDear Region XIII Educator:

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the new school year. I’ve never met a quality educator that did not get at least a little giddy with excitement in anticipation of each new school year. Dating back to the ‘80s and the beginnings of testing and accountability, each new school year tends to also bring at least a little anxiety related to increasing accountability standards and changes to the student testing system. I suspect this year will be no different as we administer the final round of TAKS testing and begin gearing up for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR). It would be somewhat less difficult if student success in the current year could be our sole focus; however, a significant measure of attention must go toward preparation for 2011 and beyond. Clearly, this will be a year of transitions as we attempt to address the immediate needs of current students while effectively planning for the future. The good news is that educators across the State of Texas continually succeed in meeting the challenges associated with providing all students with quality educational experiences.

Region XIII’s intent through professional development offerings is to provide educators with an array of opportunities to assist you and your school districts in meeting these challenges while helping to provide a successful education for every student. You are invited to take advantage of these and other sessions that will assist you in addressing all of your students’ needs.

At Region XIII we consider it a privilege to work with you and your school community. I wish each of you a successful and fulfilling school year. Sincerely,

Terry W. SmithExecutive Director

“Educators across the State of Texas continually succeed in meeting the challenges associated with providing all students with quality educational experiences.”

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REGION XIIIEducation Service Center (ESC) Region XIII is one of 20 service centers that serve Texas’ educational needs. We are a nonregulatory agency; our relationship with school districts is collaborative and supportive. Our purpose is to aid teachers and administrators in their roles as educators of our children. We serve as a liaison between the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the local school districts and the schools they serve by disseminating information, conducting training, and providing consultation for both federal and state programs. Our staff is composed of knowledgeable educators dedicated to excellence in education.

BY THE NUMBERS...

60 SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN REGION XII I

17 COUNTIES IN REGION XII I

19 CHARTER SCHOOLS SERVED

17 PRIVATE SCHOOLS SERVED

8 INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION

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BURNETWILLIAMSON

BELL

MILAM

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BASTROP

TRAVISBLANCO

GILLESPIE

KENDALLCOMAL

GUADALUPE

HAYS

CALDWELL FAYETTE

GONZALES

REGION XIII

MISSION/GOALS• Initiate collaboration with our clients in

the development of a quality educational environment.

• Provide client-focused quality products and services in a timely and efficient manner that promote improved performance in schools.

• Initiate collaboration with our clients to close the gap between current and desired student performance.

VISIONRegion XIII will set the standard for excellence in educational service through leadership, responsiveness to client needs, and quality products that improve student performance.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSLeroy M. Lorenz Member

Gary L. BarnettMember

W. Charles AkinsChairman

Ron McMichaelSecretary

Don RogersVice Chairman

Jill KolasinkiMember

Richard V. StueweMember

Paul CurtisMember

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CONTENTS & CONTACTSA ACCESS TO GENERAL CURRICULUM

[email protected] ................................................................. 8

ADVANCED ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL [email protected] ................................ 9

ASSESSMENT AND [email protected] ........................................... 10

ASSISTIVE [email protected] .............................................. 11

[email protected] .......................................................... 12

B BEHAVIOR SERVICES

[email protected] ...................................................... 13

BILINGUAL/[email protected] ...................................................... 14

BUS DRIVER [email protected] ..................................................... 15

BUSINESS MANAGER [email protected] ..................................... 15

C CAMPUS SNAPSHOT

[email protected] ........................................... 16

CAMPUS [email protected] .................................. 17

[email protected] ................................................ 18

CHILD NUTRITION [email protected] ............................................. 19

COACHING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTER [email protected] ...................................................... 20

COLLEGE AND CAREER [email protected] ...................................... 21

[email protected] ........................................ 22

D DATA AND ACCOUNTABILITY SERVICES

[email protected] ........................................... 23

DISTANCE LEARNING [email protected] ....................................... 24

DISTRICT [email protected] ........................................ 25

DYSLEXIA AND [email protected]........................................................ 26

E EARLY CHILDHOOD

[email protected] .......................................... 27

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EXECUTIVE [email protected] ..................................... 28

F FACILITATING INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (FIEP)[email protected] ................................................................ 29

FIELD [email protected] ............................................... 28

FIRST TIME CAMPUS ADMINISTRATOR INDUCTION [email protected] ................................................ 30

G GIFTED AND TALENTED

[email protected] .................................................................... 31

GRANTS [email protected] ........................................................... 32

H HOMELESS EDUCATION

[email protected] ..................................................... 33

I IDEA COMPLIANCE AND SUPPORT

[email protected] ............................................................... 34

INSTRUCTIONAL [email protected] ............................. 35

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT APPRAISAL SYSTEM

[email protected] ......................................................... 36

INSTRUCTIONAL [email protected] ...................................... 37

INTERNET BASED TEXAS COMPUTER COOPERATIVE SOFTWARE (ITCCS)

[email protected] ............................................................... 38

L LITERACY

[email protected] ......................................................... 39

M MASTER READING TEACHER

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[email protected].............................................................. 41

MEDIA [email protected]............................................................ 42

MIGRANT [email protected] ........................................................ 42

N NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS [email protected] ................................. 44

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CONTENTS & CONTACTSP PARAPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION TRAINING

[email protected] ....................................... 45

[email protected] ............................................................ 46

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING [email protected] .................................................................. 46

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (PPCD)

[email protected] ......................................... 47

PURCHASING [email protected] .................................................. 48

R REGIONAL DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR THE DEAF

[email protected] ............................................................. 49

RELATED SERVICES: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL THERAPY

[email protected] .......................................... 50

RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RTI) [email protected] ................................................................... 51

S SCHOOL BOARD TRAINING

[email protected] ............................................... 52

SCHOOL [email protected] .............................................. 53

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT RESOURCE CENTER (SIRC)[email protected] ................................................................. 54

SCHOOL READINESS [email protected] ........................................ 55

[email protected] ......................................................... 56

SCIENCE MATERIALSwww.esc13.net/scmaterial/.................................................... 56

SECONDARY TRANSITION/POST-SCHOOL [email protected] ..................................................... 57

SOCIAL [email protected] .............................................. 58

SPECIAL [email protected] ....................................... 59

SPEECH LANGUAGE [email protected] .......................................................... 60

STAAR .......................................................................................................... 81

STATE COMPENSATORY EDUCATION [email protected] ................................................... 61

STATEWIDE SCHOOL [email protected] ............................................ 61

STRATEGIC INSTRUCTION MODEL (SIM)[email protected] ................................................................. 62

STUDENT [email protected] .................................... 63

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SUBSTITUTE TEACHER SUPPORT [email protected] .................................................... 64

T TEXAS EDUCATION NETWORK (TXED)

[email protected] ............................................................... 64

TEXAS EDUCATION TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (TETN)

[email protected] ................................................................ 65

TEXAS ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEM (TXEIS)[email protected] .............................................................. 66

TEXAS HIGH SCHOOLS THAT WORK AND MAKING MIDDLE GRADES WORK

[email protected] .............................................................. 67

TEXAS SECONDARY SCHOOL REDESIGN AND RESTRUCTURING PROGRAM

[email protected] ....................................................... 68

TEXAS TURNAROUND CENTER [email protected] .............................................. 69

TITLE 1 COOPERATIVE SERVICES

[email protected] ............................................................. 70

TROOPS TO TEACHERS [email protected] ........................................................... 70

[email protected]............................................................. 71

TXBESS TEACHER MENTORING PROGRAM [email protected] ........................................................... 72

V VIDEO ON DEMAND

[email protected] ....................................... 73

VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS/ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY [email protected] ..................................... 74

W WILSON READING SYSTEM LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATION

[email protected] ............................................ 75

COMMUNICATION / PRODUCTION / SUPPORT SERVICES ................................................................................................. 43NETWORK MEETINGS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 76INTERNAL SERVICES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 80CONFERENCES ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 82PRODUCTS ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 84PERSONAL PLANNER .......................................................................................................................................................................... 94INDEX ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 96

Additional Features:

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Access to General Curriculum

Access to General CurriculumAccess to General Curriculum provides professional development and services that facilitate students with disabilities in gaining access to curriculum and instruction based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in the least restrictive environment. This team provides professional development services in teaching diverse learners to help educators effectively determine appropriate educational services for all students. The team also provides professional development and services to parent liaisons in the Local Education Agencies (LEAs).

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Power of 2: Co-Teaching Training• IEP Best Practice: An e-Learning Course• Co-Teaching Coaching Services

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:VIEW ALL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ECAMPUS.ESC13.NET

• Power of 2: Co-Teaching Training• IEP Best Practice: An e-Learning Course• New Lifeskill Teacher Training Series• New resource Teacher Training Series

RELATED PRODUCT(S):VIEW ALL PRODUCTS AT WWW.ESC13STORE.NET

• Scaffolding Accommodations

CONFERENCE(S):VIEW REGION XII I CONFERENCES ON P. 82

I2 Inclusion Institute for Secondary Educators

• June 19, 2012

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/special



Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects

Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects (Statewide)The Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects Team manages a number of state and federal grants from the TEA with a common goal of college and career readiness for all students. The team collaborates with established research partnerships to assist the state with developing effective professional development and supporting materials to inform instruction for gifted/talented learners, English Language Learners (ELL), and math learners.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICES:Grant activities support the network of twenty ESCs through Training of Trainer sessions as they deliver statewide professional development to Texas teachers. Follow-up support is provided through online experiences that complement the face-to-face content and that offer online mentoring and coaching.


• Texas Performance Standards Project Awareness Sessions• G/T Online• Texas Adolescent Literacy Academies• MSTAR Math Academies• Algebra I End of Course Success• Algebra II End of Course Success • Geometry End of Course Success


• Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students

• Celebrate Your Child• The Texas Performance

Standards Project (TPSP) • PSB TeacherLine G/T Awareness

Campaign

Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students

TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

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Assessment and Benchmarking

Assessment and BenchmarkingThe System Support team provides districts with training in the state assessment system and supports eduphoria! School Objects: Aware and Data Management for Assessment and Curriculum (DMAC) student assessment and benchmark data systems with set up, implementation, training, and technical assistance.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • DMAC• eduphoria! School Objects: Aware• WebCCAT


• Assessment Training • District Test Coordinators Training• DMAC• eduphoria! School Objects: Aware• WebCCAT


• eduphoria! School Objects: Aware

• DMAC• WebCCAT

VISIT OUR BLOG:www.esc13.net/thescoop/ assessment



Assistive Technology

Assistive TechnologyThe Assistive Technology (AT) Team provides best practice information regarding assistive technology through professional development and technical assistance. The team also supports assistive technology trials with state of the art equipment and software through the Assistive Technology Preview Center/Lending Library.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Assistive Technology Preview Center/Lending Library• Access to Mobility and Assistive Technology in the Classroom

Setting: Practical Applications (TETN) • Utilizing Assistive Technology for Students with Autism (TETN)

NETWORK MEETING(S):VIEW ALL NETWORK MEETING LISTINGS ON PAGE 76

Central Texas Assistive Technology Network Meeting This is a series of quarterly meetings of local district assistive technology specialists and assistive technology team leads with the purposes of identifying best practices in support of access to the general curriculum, universally designed instruction, and instruction in the least restrictive environment.

• SEP 21, 2011 • NOV 16, 2011• FEB 29, 2012 • APR 27, 2012


Beat the Heat InstituteJUL 23 –25, 2012


• Access to Mobility and Assistive Technology in the Classroom Setting: Practical Applications (TETN)

• Utilizing Assistive Technology for Students with Autism (TETN)

• SOLOtions for Struggling Readers and Writers (DJI Event)

• Written Productivity Profile (Webinar)

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/

assistive-technology



Autism

AutismThe Autism Team:

• Provides an autism series to address identified in-service needs to teachers, related service providers, parents, paraeducators and other providers in Region XIII.

• Offers a training series to provide access to basic information regarding autism and current practices in autism.

• Provides and maintains a lending library for Region XIII.• Provides assistance to parents seeking information about autism.• Provides technical assistance to districts and charter schools served

by Region XIII.• Provides specifically targeted training and support to identified

projects and programs in Region XIII including schools, charter schools, and parent/advocacy groups.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Online Training Series for Autism in English and Spanish• Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism• Evidence-Based Practices in Autism Training• Technical Assistance and On-Site Training

NETWORK MEETING(S):VIEW NETWORK MEETINGS ON P. 76

Autism SpecialistsThis series of meetings will facilitate professional development and address issues specific to autism specialists in Region XIII. This training is for identified district autism specialists only.

• SEP 12, 2011• NOV 7, 2011• JAN 23, 2012• APR 9, 2012


• Beat the Heat Institute JUL 23–25, 2012


• Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS): Basic Training, featuring Pyramid Educational Consultants

• Data Collection: Evidence of Progress, featuring Dr. Lori Ernsperger

• Autism for the General Education Teacher, featuring Kandis Lighthall

• Supporting Students with Autism in General Education

• Teaching Social Groups




Behavior Services

Behavior ServicesThe Behavior Services Team provides districts and schools with professional development and technical assistance in the area of behavior management and social-emotional learning. Focusing on positive, proactive, and preventative approaches, the team has a continuum of services to address needs ranging from those of the school-wide system to those of the individual student.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)• Behavior Specialist Cooperative• Virtual Classroom Observations


• Best Practices in Classroom Management• CHAMPs Classroom Management• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention

Plans (BIPs): The Practical and Legally Defensible Way• Interventions: Evidence-Based Behavioral Strategies for Individual

Students• Looking Past the Label: Addressing the Behavior (Two Part Series)• The Tough Kid Toolbox


Behavior Staff Support Network The BSSN provides updated information and training related to the needs of district behavior specialists and school staff who work with children with challenging behaviors.

• SEP 7, 2011• FEB 16, 2012


• Referral Assessment Management Portal (RAMP)



Bilingual/ESL

Bilingual/ESLThe Bilingual/English as a Second Language (ESL) Team provides professional development, technical assistance, and services to improve the academic achievement of students who are English Language Learners (ELLs) and increase district capacity to implement the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Differentiating Instruction with Linguistic Accommodations for

Beginning and Intermediate ELLs


• Scaffolding Reading Comprehension in the Bilingual Classroom• Teaching in the ESOL I/II Classroom• Sheltered Instruction Plus with John Seidlitz• ELPS Toolkit Webinar Series• Response to Intervention (RtI) for ELLs


Bilingual/ESL Directors’ Meeting 2011-2012 The purpose of these meetings is to share information, network, collaborate, and address current issues and updates regarding bilingual/ESL language programs and instruction. During these meetings, participants will have opportunities for collaboration with other educators who are working to address the needs of limited English proficient students. • SEP 20, 2011• NOV 8, 2011• FEB 7, 2012• APR 10, 2012


• ELPS Toolkit• ELPS Planning Tools• ELL Strategy Sheets


• English Language Learner Institute, NOV 2, 2011

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/ell



Bus Driver Training

Bus Driver TrainingRegion XIII provides school bus driver training for our districts to meet state requirements for certification. Individuals seeking School Bus Driver Certification are required to attend a 20-hour certification course covering content prescribed by the Texas Department of Public Safety and pass the state exam of the course material. Experienced school bus drivers are required to attend an eight-hour refresher course every three years and pass a state exam of the material. The training schedule is available on our website www.esc13.net/busdriver.

Business Manager CooperativeThe Business Management Cooperative is designed to provide information on critical issues, training, and networking opportunities for the school district chief financial officer and selected business office personnel. It is also designed to provide supplemental finance essentials and on-site services. Meeting schedule is available on our Website http://www5.esc13.net/bmc/workshops.php.

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/bmc

Business Manager Cooperative



Campus Snapshot

Campus SnapshotThe System Support team conducts Campus Snapshots for Region XIII campuses. The Campus Snapshot is a data-driven process, which provides school districts and campuses with a comprehensive, objective analysis of the current state of their schools and their capacity to meet the needs of the students they serve.

Through a comprehensive analysis of campus performance data, paired with an on-site team visit, the campus is provided with an objective analysis of the current state of the campus against the Nine Principles of High Performing Schools, which serves as the foundation for the Campus Snapshot.

THE CAMPUS SNAPSHOT: • Serves to create a sense of urgency for required improvement.• Builds consensus about which school conditions need to be

changed.• Encourages teachers to abandon ineffective routines and

dysfunctional mental models.• Provides a focus for initial improvement efforts.• Brings student voice into the change process.

You may also be interested inDistrict Snapshot;see page 25.



Campus Turnaround

Campus TurnaroundThe System Support team provides support to schools by facilitating change initiatives, which involves working collaboratively with campus leadership teams in aligning school improvement efforts to optimize student success. This team trains and supports members of campus improvement leadership teams from campuses who are low performing under the state accountability rating system or proactive in their school improvement efforts. The mission is to support initiatives of campuses to become high-performing and successful with all students.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Campus Snapshot• Data Revolution• Campus Systems Check, which facilitates ESC Bundled Services• TEA Compliance Training for Campuses rated Academically

Unacceptable (AU) • Network Support for Campus Intervention Teams (CITs) and

Professional Service Providers (PSPs)


• Refinement of Campus Improvement Plan • Campus Turnaround Training


Campus Turnaround Network Support Meetings The primary focus will be on the Campus Improvement Plan developed by the campus leadership team, Campus Improvement Team (CIT), and/or Professional Service Providers (PSPs) that determined their professional development needs for the 2011-12 school year. Teams will be available to collaborate with external members of the CITs who will share their insight around successful strategies and interventions used with campuses who were formally rated academically unacceptable (AU). Email for dates: [email protected].



Certification

CertificationRegion XIII provides certification for paraprofessionals, teachers, principals, and superintendents that follows the requirements of the certifying entities. The curriculum is rigorous and relevant, based on established industry standards, and paired with what professional development experts know to be best practices in adult teaching and learning. The Region XIII Department of Educator Quality has developed a balance of content delivery methods based on district as well as participant needs. Specialty certification areas are also available in professional, national, federal, and local level certification programs.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): Recently added certification area: Bilingual Special Education

CERTIFICATION AREAS:• Instructional Leadership Development (ILD)/ Professional

Development Appraisal System (PDAS) Certification• Principal Certification• Specialty Certification• Superintendent Certification • Teacher Certification/Educator Certification Program (ECP)


• Paraprofessional Handbook

• ELPS Toolkit

• Scaffolding Accommodations

Region XIII Paraprofessional

InstituteNCLB Highly Qualified Certification

Participant Handbook



Child Nutrition Programs

Child Nutrition ProgramsRegion XIII Child Nutrition Programs offer training and technical assistance to local school districts, charter schools, Residential Child Care Institutions (RCCIs), and private schools for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child Nutrition Programs (school breakfast, school lunch, and after-school snack programs; Summer Feeding and Seamless Summer Program).

Services include linking between the Texas Department of Agriculture with local school districts, technical assistance, School Meals Initiative (SMI), compliance review, and professional development workshops for all facets of the Child Nutrition Programs including financial management, the implementation of the mandated Wellness and Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) policies, and the annual Child Nutrition Program Summer Conference.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Manager’s Academy• Chef to School Initiative


• Child Nutrition Program Annual Summer Conference, TBD. Email For Dates: [email protected].

• Wellness Exhibition

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: VIEW ALL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ECAMPUS.ESC13.NET

• Chef at Work Video Conference• Civil Rights Video Conference• Commodities: Making Them

Count• Coordinated Review Effort (CRE)• Counting and Claiming/Offer vs.

Serve (Food Based Schools)• Counting and Claiming/Offer

vs. Serve (Nutrient Standard Schools)

• Culinary Academy• Determining Eligibility• Hazard Analysis Critical Control

Points (HACCP)• Kitchen Math (Bilingual)• Managing the Special Dietary

Needs of Students• NutriKids• Production Records (Food Based

Schools)• Production Records (Nutrient

Standard Schools)• School Meals Initiative (SMI)• Self Assessment / Required

Forms• Serve Safe Certification• Texas Public School Nutrition

Policy (TPSNP)/Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) updates

• Verification/Certification



Coaching and Leadership Development Center

Coaching and Leadership Development Center The Coaching and Leadership Development Team provides powerful professional development opportunities, such as individualized leadership coaching as well as comprehensive training to become a leadership coach. Campus and district administrators as well as teacher leaders find these professional development opportunities invaluable to their leadership effectiveness. Specific skill development workshops include Crucial Conversations, Crucial Confrontations, and Influencer. Customized trainings can also be designed to meet specific campus and district needs.


• Powerful Strategies for Educational Leaders• Comprehensive Coaching School• Leadership Coaching Services• Readiness for Coaching• Crucial Conversations• Crucial Confrontations• Influencer


Coaching and Leadership Development Center 2012 Summer Seminar



College and Career Readiness

College and Career ReadinessThe College and Career Readiness Team provides services to assist in school completion and dropout prevention. This includes the Counselor Services Network as well as technical assistance for campus counseling and dropout prevention programs. Additionally, Career and Technical Education (CTE) specialists provide training and support for campus programs and district initiatives.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Director of Guidance and/or District Counseling Leaders Meetings• College and Career Readiness District Training and Consultation


• Big Muscles: Hands-on Activities for CTE Classrooms• CTE and Special Populations• CTE PEIMS and Coding (Online)• TACAC: College 101 Drive-In Workshop• Peers Making Peace (three day training)• Update on Advanced Academics• Understanding RtI and the Counselor’s Role• ASK (About Suicide to Save a Life)• Legal and Ethical Update• Implementing Change to Energize Your Counseling Program


CTE Shared Service Arrangement (SSA)/Coop MeetingEach year the CTE SSA/Co-op members develop a program of work. Together, we complete the strategic plan that moves all CTE programs forward within a district, including guidance/counseling. All member districts are provided products and services. • SEP 29, 2011• JAN 26, 2012• MAY 17, 2012

Directors of Guidance and/or District Counseling LeadersDesigned to discuss programs, plans, and changes to Comprehensive Guidance programs across the region. • SEP 15, 2011• DEC 6, 2011• MAR 20, 2012• JUN 14, 2012


• Career Symposium, FEB 15, 2012• Careers on Wheels (COW) Day,

MAY 1, 2012



CSCOPE

CSCOPECSCOPE is a comprehensive, customizable, user-friendly curriculum management system built on the most current research-based practices in the field. Its primary focus is to support development of a deep understanding of curriculum from which to implement classroom instructional practices to improve student performance.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Support for the implementation of new TEKS through use of the

CSCOPE documents• Implementation support for administrators, teacher leaders, and

classroom teachers


• Kick-Off Session (one face-to-face training August, 2011 with Moodle follow-up throughout the 2011–2012 school year)

• CSCOPE Administrator Training• Leading Change: Making CSCOPE Work for School Improvement • Implementation Guide Training


CSCOPE District Leadership SupportCSCOPE Support meetings are intended to provide new information as well as opportunities to re-visit implementation ideas to sustain districts’ abilities to support teachers in the use of CSCOPE curriculum. Meeting attendance is encouraged for district curriculum leaders and campus administrators as well as teacher leaders in CSCOPE districts.

• SEP 21, 2011• NOV 30, 2011• FEB 7, 2012• APR 17, 2012


• CSCOPE Scope and Sequence Books


• CSCOPE State Conference: JUN 18–21, 2012



Data and Accountability Services

Data and Accountability ServicesThe System Support team supports campus and district leaders and classroom teachers in planning for and creating data-based systems that improve administration, instructional practices, and student performance.

The services and products are based on the idea that quality instruction is tied to the ability of educators to understand, discuss, and make decisions based on data. Quality administration is tied to the ability of educators to: build and understand systems that are based on multiple measures of data, include a strong understanding of accountability and assessment policies, integrate and evaluate programs and initiatives, and focus on continuous improvement.


• Data Revolution• Schools Like Us• Districts Like Us• Accountability Updates and Open Houses• RAMP

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Data Revolution!—a two-day

facilitated process for district leadership teams, campus leadership, and whole staffs to understand multiple measures of data and build systems of comprehensive and continuous improvement.

• Schools Like Us—in-depth reports and training that compare five years of campus or district student performance, demographic, teacher characteristics, and financial data to peer groups of campuses or districts.

• Accountability Podcasts—focused presentations on the changing policies and requirements of the state and federal accountability systems.

• STAAR Preview Tool – reports generated by content area and grade level that compare 2011 tested SE data to STAAR Readiness and Supporting Standards. The data is organized into three performance levels (high, average, and low), which gives visual detail to how a campus/district is predicted to perform on STAAR. This tool can be used to analyze curriculum sequence as well as identifying potentially problematic standards.


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Distance Learning Connection

Distance Learning Connection ESC Region XIII provides a virtual classroom solution, webcam connections, and room video conference solutions for staff and students. Training is available for both the mechanics of these solutions as well as effectively teaching with them. Connections are provided for students to access museums, experts, and other schools around the world through virtual field trips and collaborative projects. Faculty connections are made for collaboration and professional development.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): Distance Learning—This program connects daily dual credit classes, professional development classes, meetings, and other collaborative projects through video conferences and virtual classrooms.Consulting—Region XIII provides guidance for the specifications, purchase, and support of distance learning equipment and software. The Region XIII Distance Learning staff also evaluates and deploys content for classrooms, as well as professional development.


• INTEL Teach to the Future courses are provided at no cost. See http://goo.gl/GmsRQ for descriptions

• DiscoveryEducation training provided for all subscribers• Elluminate training including the pedagogy for online classroom.• Video Conferencing: the basics and how to use in the classroom• Moodle development, course creation and class management


Visionaries in Learning and Technology (ViTaL)ViTaL is an advisory group of tech-nology representatives from each school district in Region XIII. The group’s effort centers on the integra-tion of technology, compliance with state and federal requirements, and providing professional development to increase district capacity.

• OCT 6, 2011 • FEB 8, 2012• MAY 10, 2012

Virtual TeachingThis online group addresses the challenges and strategies used in the best virtual learning environments. The group meets every six weeks in the virtual classroom and can be joined in Project Share.


• Social Media Toolkit• Mapping the Virtual Classroom• Discovery Education streaming


• Virtual Conference: OCT 2011 • Day of Discovery: MAR 2012


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District Snapshot

District SnapshotThe District Snapshot provides districts with a robust profile of their current capacity and will to support immediate and sustainable student success by all students on all campuses. The District Snapshot moves the discussion of school improvement from the individual campus to the district level, examining the alignment of all district processes toward a single vision of students’ success through integrated and supportive policy and practice.

Using multiple data perspectives, the District Snapshot serves as a viable tool for examining all levels of district operations for a comprehensive analysis and understanding of the current district role in supporting student achievement.

For the 2011-2012 school year, the District Snapshot will be solely implemented with specifically targeted and selected districts addressing chronically low-performing campuses.

You may also be interested in Campus Snapshot;see page 16.



Dyslexia and 504

Dyslexia and 504The Dyslexia and 504 Team provides professional development, technical assistance, and services to districts, charter schools, parents, and others in the identification, early intervention, and instruction of students with dyslexia. The team works to increase district capacity to implement the procedures set forth in the Dyslexia Handbook and Section 504 of the American with Disabilities Act.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • In the 2011-2012 school year, Region XIII will offer formal evaluation

services for students who have been referred for an initial dyslexia evaluation or for students who need a three-year re-evaluation. This service is designed to maintain valuable instructional time, which may be interrupted due to the time demands of administering formal evaluations.

• A series of instructional coaching/technical assistance visits by a certified Wilson Trainer will be available upon request for campus dyslexia teachers who need support in implementing group instruction or as a fidelity check-up following Level I Certification training.


• Dyslexia Supplemental Resource Book• Neuhaus products• Scaffolding Accommodations• ELPS Toolkit


Dyslexia Coordinators’ MeetingsThis meeting is an opportunity and forum for District Dyslexia and 504 Coordinators to network and share up-to-date topics surrounding educational law, research, and effective services.

• OCT 6, 2011• FEB 2, 2012


• Wilson Reading System: Level I Certification, Fundations, and Just Words

• Compiling the Dyslexia Assessment Data into Summaries and Reports

• Comprehensive Test of Phonological Processing (CTOPP) and Gray Oral Reading Test (GORT) Administration

• Identification of Dyslexia in Spanish Speaking Students

• Esperanza Training and Transition from Spanish to English Reading

• Dysgraphia Identification and Assistive Technology for the Struggling Writer

• Section 504 and Dyslexia Legal Issues with a distance learning option


• Fall Dyslexia Conference: SEP 22, 2011



Early Childhood

Early ChildhoodThe Early Childhood Team provides professional development, progress monitoring tools, program management, and technical support to teachers and administrators to develop high quality school readiness and prekindergarten programs. Support is available for district, Head Start, and childcare programs.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):School Readiness Leadership Co-opThis new cooperative of services seeks to maintain and strengthen the quality of early childhood programs as districts function in a time of reduced fiscal resources. The co-op offers the following types of support services:

• manage and develop high quality, effective Pre-Kindergarten programs

• strengthen teacher effectiveness through timely professional development and technical assistance to support implementation of research-based practices and Pre-k Guidelines

• coordinate assessment of student progress throughout the school year and utilize assessment data to provide targeted intervention

• strengthen home/school connections for families of Pre-Kindergarten students.

• Technical assistance in evaluating pre-kindergarten classroom environments for improvement, according to the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)


• Authentic Assessment: A Powerful Tool for Intentional Teaching

• Algebra for Young Children: Purposeful Patterns

• Language Rich Lessons: Small Group Ideas for English Language Learners and Struggling Students

• Training can be delivered in a variety of formats such as face to face sessions, online courses, and webinars


• Beat the Heat Summer Institute: JUL 23-25, 2012 (now combined with Early Childhood Institute)



Executive Services

Executive ServicesThe Executive Services Department is led by our Executive Director, Terry Smith. The Department provides services, including the Commissioner’s Cabinet for Regional Services (CCRS), in which a cabinet of executive directors from all of the regional service centers meets to discuss issues related to service center initiatives and operations; the Governmental Relations of CCRS, which tracks funding and legislation that has a direct impact on Education Service Centers (ESCs) and districts; a Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) that meets to discuss a variety of topics pertinent to school operations and student learning; and the Region XIII Board of Directors whose primary responsibilities include adoption of the budget, approving interlocal agreements with other entities, and employing an executive director.

Field ServicesRegion XIII provides technical assistance to superintendents and facilitates communication among districts, the Texas Education Agency, and Region XIII.

Field Services



FIEP

Facilitating Individualized Education Program (FIEP)Parents and schools strive to work collaboratively when planning services for students with disabilities. However, at times disagreements may arise. Resolving or preventing these disagreements early, at a local level, is preferred to more formal legal proceedings. The FIEP project provides a series of training on essential skills, tools, and processes that can improve discussions, meetings, and decision-making. The trainings teach participants ways to prevent disagreements from becoming full-blown conflict as well as ways to manage existing conflict in a productive way.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Mediation Training (meets 40-hour requirements of the Texas

Alternative Dispute Resolution Act)• The Basics: Facilitating IEPs—An E-Learning Course• Coaching ARD facilitators, campus teams, or other administrators in

using facilitation and negotiation skills• List of trained neutral facilitators for use by schools and parents as

required by the Texas Education Agency


• The Basics: Facilitating IEPS (FIEP)

• Advanced Facilitation• Mediation Training• Interests Based Problem Solving• Enduring Conflict


• Facilitation Tips Quick Reference Guide



First Time Campus Administrator Induction Academy

First Time Campus Administrator Induction AcademyThe First Time Campus Administrator Induction Academy satisfies the state requirement for school districts of supporting and mentoring new administrators (Texas Administrative Code §241.25). The year-long cohort format will assist first time campus administrators in avoiding the pitfalls of the new job. District superintendent or human resources enrolls new administrators in this year-long program.Texas Administrative Code §241.25:

a. A principal or assistant principal employed for the first-time as a campus administrator (including the first time in the state) shall participate in an induction period of at least one year.

b. The induction period should be a structured, systemic process for assisting the new principal or assistant principal in further developing skills in guiding the everyday operation of a school, adjusting to the particular culture of a school district, and developing a personal awareness of self in the campus administrator role. Mentoring support must be an integral component of the induction period.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Site visits by professional educators• Cohort model• Conflict resolution training

You may also be interested in:Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and Professional Development Appraisal System (PDAS); see page 36.



Gifted and Talented

Gifted and TalentedThe Advanced Academics Gifted and Talented team provides professional development and technical assistance to improve services for gifted/talented students and those served in advanced academics programs and to increase district capacity to implement the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented (G/T) Students.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Differentiation for All Learners: Accepting the Challenge - will

continue to make an effort to bridge the gap for both gifted/talented education stake holders and educators for special education in the task of differentiating for the success of all students.

• Look for Professional Development delivery in a variety of methods.• Services for Central Office - In the 2011-2012 school year, Region

XIII will offer assistance for districts in need of maintaining effective services for their identified gifted population in accordance with the requirements of the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students.


• Gifted/Talented 30-Hour Training Series• Gifted/Talented Six-Hour Update• Nature and Needs of Gifted/Talented Students and Program

Options for Administrators and Counselors


G/T Directors/Coordinators Contact MeetingThese contact meetings offer opportunities for district G/T coordinators, G/T directors, curriculum directors, and other interested educators to discuss important topics pertaining to gifted education.

• SEP 27, 2011• DEC 7, 2011• APR 4, 2012


• Differentiation for All Learners: Accepting the Challenge: JAN 17, 2012



Grants Services

Grants ServicesRegion XIII supports districts in learning about, planning for, and applying for grants from state, federal, and other sources.Region XIII can help districts identify grant opportunities, plan, conduct needs assessments to better prepare for grant funding, answer questions, and provide technical assistance as they apply for grants.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):

• Technical Assistance on new funding sources and programs• Compliance Assistance with state and federal grant

requirements• Planning and Needs Assessments• Online and Face-to-Face meetings held throughout the 2011 –

2012 school year



Homeless Education Program

Homeless Education ProgramThe Region XIII Homeless Education Program (HEP) provides a wide variety of educational, informational, and networking opportunities for district, charter, and agency personnel. Homeless liaisons, counselors, registrars, and other school staff are invited to participate in HEP services, including: trainings and workshops (on-site, center-based, or online), electronic newsletters and other online resources, an annual institute, and specialized technical assistance. The program also provides leadership in resource development, emergency school supplies and clothing, and family involvement opportunities.


• When a Student is Homeless: Enrollment, Support Services, and the Law

• Balancing the Equation: Homeless ≠ Hopeless • Homeless Education Co-op Meetings 1-3 • Homeless Education Focus Groups 1-3

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Balancing the Equation: Homeless ≠ Hopeless • Counseling and social work CEUs offered for select HEP events in

2011-12.


• Homeless Data Online Collection System (HDOCS)


Homeless Education Focus Groups From seasoned Homeless Liaisons to first-year educators, focus groups are an informal opportunity for you to voice questions or concerns regarding homeless education. Join with other school staff who are working with students experiencing homelessness to disseminate information, determine needs, and identify opportunities for collaboration.

• OCT 3, 2011• APR 18, 2012• MAY 9, 2012



IDEA Compliance and Support

IDEA Compliance and SupportThe purpose of this program is to provide support, technical assistance, and training to school districts and charters to ensure compliance with Federal and State Special Education laws, regulations, and rules. Services provided include on-site eligibility folder review and a comprehensive program evaluation as well as technical assistance.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICES:• Program evaluation• Program review and consultation• Special Education staffing review• Technical assistance/consultation related to:

- funding (maintenance of effort, excess cost) - data analysis of special education student groups and

accountability systems - CIP (Continuous Improvement Plan) and CAP (Corrective Action

Plan) development - monitoring implementation of CIP and CAP activities - review and development of Operating Guidelines - Legal Framework


New Special Education Director SeriesProvides opportunities for communication, collaboration, and development of support systems for LEA staff in special education leadership roles. Topics include funding, compliance, staffing, personnel evaluation, and other issues identified as high priority by special education directors.

• SEP 8, 2011• NOV 10, 2011• DEC 8, 2011• FEB 9, 2012


• Academic Achievement Record: Leaving a Clear Trail training

• Compliance Science 2011-2012• Special Education Performance-

Based Monitoring Analysis System (PBMAS) Training


• Hill Country/Lone Star Summer Institute for Educational Leaders: JUN 11–12, 2012


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Instructional Coaching

Instructional CoachingThe Region XIII Instructional Coaching Department works with campus and district administrators to customize a coaching program to fit the needs of the school. Teachers of all experience levels benefit from instructional coaching. This is a cost-effective way to make a vast impact on teacher quality and student achievement. Region XIII has an expert team of instructional coaches that work one on one in teachers’ classrooms to assist with implementing proven instructional strategies and improve student learning.

For campuses and districts that currently employ their own instructional coaches, Region XIII provides training and on-going support to those coaches/facilitators/specialists through an annual Instructional Coaching Institute, our Instructional Coaching Network, and customized training and programs.


Instructional Coach Support NetworkThe Instructional Coach Support Network is a series of monthly meetings designed for instructional coaches, facilitators, and specialists. These meetings provide opportunities for coaches to learn about up-to-date research and models, and allow time to collaborate and share ideas related to coaching. Meetings will be available face-to-face at Region XIII and through videoconferencing.

• SEP 29, 2011• OCT 27, 2011• NOV 17, 2011• DEC 8, 2011

• JAN 26, 2012• FEB 16, 2012• MAR 29, 2012• MAY 10, 2012


• Instructional Coaching Institute with Stephen Barkley: SEP 19, 2011

• Intro to Instructional Coaching: SEP 29, 2011



ILD and PDAS

Instructional Leadership Development and Professional Development Appraisal SystemAdministrators who will be appraising teachers for the first time using the state’s Professional Development Appraisal System (PDAS) must participate in both Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and PDAS; the ILD is a prerequisite to PDAS. ILD helps administrators learn to identify and encourage quality classroom instruction. PDAS trains administrators in administering the state’s PDAS system for appraising teachers.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • ILD is now offered online as well as in face-to-face sessions. ILD

and PDAS must both be taken for administrators to be certified as teacher appraisers.


• ILD and PDAS are scheduled through E-Campus. • Trainer of trainer sessions are also available for districts.

You may also be interested in First Time Campus Administrator Academy; see page 30.



Instructional Technology

Instructional TechnologyInstructional Technology services include a combination of workshops, in-district professional development events, as well as technical services for projects such as Moodle, Project Share, technology integration, and resource planning. We assist district technology leadership and teachers with best practices in integrating technology into the curriculum, including CSCOPE, and can create custom trainings that occur in your district as well.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Best Practices for Teaching and Learning in a Technology Rich

Environment• Ready to Facilitate Learning In Epsilen: ProjectShare Learning

Management System in District Professional Development


• Engagement, Collaboration, and Productivity with Google Apps and Tools

• Technology Integration in PE Health and Wellness• Technology Integration in Fine Arts Classrooms• Teaching and Learning in Blended Classrooms: Moodle, Open

Source, Epsilen, and More• Social Media in Schools: Making it Work, Keeping it Safe• Technology To Build Classroom Learning Communities• Professional Productivity Bootcamp: Get More Done Than Ever

Before

PROFESSIONAL DEV. CONT’D: • Put your Mac to Work for You:

Supercharge Instruction with Apple Mac Tools

• Success with iPad and iTouch: Beyond Fun and Games

• Best Practices in Effective Technology Rich Professional Development

• Assessing Student Performance through Electronic Portfolios

• Organizing Technology Based Instructional Resources – Boost Engagement While Simplifying Delivery and Access of Instruction

• SMART Technologies, Promethean Technologies, Mimeo Technologies

• CSCOPE and Technology Integration – Strategies and Tools that Get Results

• The Ultimate Guide to Technology Based Student Products

• Integrating CSCOPE and Instructional Technology

• Interactive Student Response Devices for Formative and Summative Assessment

• Integrating the State-Provided K-12 Databases with CSCOPE Curriculum


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iTCCS

Internet Based Texas Computer Cooperative Software (iTCCS)ITCCS is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art Application Service Provider (ASP) solution with applications for business, human resources, student services and PEIMS (Public Education Information Management System). iTCCS is a web-based solution designed solely for Texas school districts.

• Business - accounts receivable, accrued payables, asset management, budget, budget change request, cafeteria, finance, requisition, work order

• Human resources - employee access, payroll, personnel, position management,

• Student Information System–attendance, classroom, discipline, grade reporting, graduation plan, guidance and counseling, health services, historical, master schedule building, Optional Extended Year Program (OEYP)/Extended School Year (ESY), registration, scheduling, special education, street directory, test scores, Texas Records Exchange (TREx), and electronic integrated web-based gradebook to include parent portal and student course selection

• DART (Data Access Region Thirteen) – DART is a user-friendly web-based Reporting System that extends the functionality of the iTCCS system. DART allows the user to submit customized queries without having in-depth knowledge of SQL (structure query language). The iTCCS user can request custom queries/reports to meet district specific requirements.



Literacy

LiteracyThe Literacy Team provides professional development and technical support to build teacher, campus, and district capacity. Professional development focuses on developing deep understanding of curriculum and best practice literacy instruction that prepares students for success on state assessments and readiness for college and careers.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Professional development and technical assistance to support

implementation of the English Language Arts and Reading Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)


• Guided Reading• 6+1 Traits• Literacy Centers• Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS)• Texas Primary Reading Inventory (TPRI)• Texas Adolescent Literacy Academy (TALA)• English I/II STAAR End of Course Success• English III STAAR End of Course Success


Literacy Leadership NetworkThe Literacy Leadership Network (LLN) will bring ELA administrators throughout the region together for a content specific forum. The ESC Literacy Team will share the latest updates and information from the Texas Education Agency regarding the ELA TEKS, TAKS results, analyses, trends, early reading assessments, and state-wide reading initiatives.

• SEP 29, 2011• APR 11, 2012


• English Language Arts and Reading Resource Handbook

• Neuhaus Resources• Student Success Initiative

Accelerated Instruction


• Literacy/Librarian Institute 2011: OCT 19, 2011



Master Reading Teacher

Master Reading TeacherMaster Reading Teacher is a certification under the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) that addresses interrelated components of reading from early childhood through grade 12, assessing reading competence, designing and managing effective instruction, literacy and the second language learner, reading disorders, and support and professional development for adult learners.

The certification is for a person with strong background knowledge and skills in the area of reading.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

VIEW ALL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ECAMPUS.ESC13.NET

This program will provide an online component as well as the traditional face-to-face instruction.

TRAINING:• Master Reading Teacher: JUN 19 – AUG 3, 2012

You may also be interested inOther Specialty Certifications; see page 18.



Mathematics

MathematicsThe Mathematics Team provides services that build teacher, campus, and district capacity to teach the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and prepare all students for success on state assessments. Professional development opportunities focus on high quality mathematics instruction, incorporating instructional strategies designed for the conceptual development of mathematical concepts. Math specialists are available to design and deliver professional development in school districts and can assist with the technical aspects via phone conversations or on-site technical assistance.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Mathematics content series• Professional development aligned to the TEKS and STAAR• Professional development aimed at aligning science and math• Support of diverse learners including special education, gifted and

talented, and English Language Learners• Campus and district-based professional development available

upon request


Math and Science Leadership NetworkThe Math and Science Leadership Network provides district and campus leaders with TEA, State Board of Education (SBOE), and legislative updates along with time to discuss relevant issues with peers.

• SEP 19, 2011• NOV 28, 2011• FEB 6, 2012• MAY 10, 2012


• 2nd Sense Math Book• 5th Sense Math Book• 8th Sense Math Book• STAAR Resources

www.esc13.net/staar/resources_math.html


Media Services

Media ServicesVideo on Demand (VOD) is a rich media collection consisting of over 3,300 videos; 23,000 core concept clips; 6,000 audio files; 25,000 educational photos; clip art images; 5,000 print resources; and a databank of 15,000 quiz questions and 1,000 pre-made quizzes.

Migrant EducationThe Migrant Education Program assists school districts in meeting the requirement to identify and recruit all eligible migrant students and in meeting other applicable program compliance requirements. Staff development sessions focus on efforts to help migrant students succeed in school and successfully transition to postsecondary education or employment. On an annual basis, districts may consider joining the Migrant Shared Service Arrangement in order to address the needs of migrant students in a coordinated and efficient manner.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Training & Technical Assistance for Program Implementation • Shared Service Arrangement Services


• Identification and Recruitment of Migrant Students• New Generation System Data Management Requirements• New Generation Hands-On Workshop• Shared Service Arrangement Meeting

CONFERENCE(S): VIEW REGION XII I CONFERENCES ON P. 82

• Annual Association for Migrant Educators of Texas (AMET) State Conference NOV 10–12, 2011

Migrant Education


E D U C AT I O N S E R V I C E C E N T E R R E G I O N X I I I

COMMUNICATION and PRODUCTIONS E R V I C E S

The work we do with you depends on your needs. Every program and school we work with is unique and we focus on your successes and how we can enhance them.

If you don’t have a strategy in place, we can help you develop a plan to achieve your goals. If you already have a plan, we can help you align your efforts through an approach that delivers a consistent message to your audience.

Our goal is to find a solution for your needs, whether through communication, strategy, or production of print and video.

C O N T A C T U [email protected]

Design Services

Website Development

Video Production

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Notification System Options

Notification System OptionsESC Region XIII is offering districts more than one option to use as their notification system. Below are the details of these options.

OPTION 1FlashAlert Newswire is a targeted communication service that provides fast, authenticated means to notify the news media and the public of significant events in the school district such as school closure or emergency information through email notification.

OPTION 3SchoolReach is a web based service, or “hosted” solution, that requires no on-site hardware or access to school phone lines for function. Easy-to-use web tools allow school administrators to create and manage parent, staff, and faculty contact lists.

OPTION 2FlashAlert Messaging is a companion service to the FlashAlert Newswire basic service, reaching parents and staff via email, texting, and a smartphone app. soon. Please note: The texting with this service has proven to be very slow and could take up to 5 hours to relay text messages.




Paraprofessional Certification TrainingThe Paraprofessional Certification Training is a three-day course that consists of orientation to the role of paraprofessionals. The course includes training on the stages of learning and scientifically-based strategies for paraprofessionals to assist in reading, writing, and math instruction. Participants will be administered a locally-developed assessment to demonstrate their knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. This assessment meets requirements for ensuring that all paraprofessionals are highly qualified.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Paraprofessional Certification Training is offered throughout the

school year and summer to provide districts the opportunity to hire highly-qualified staff.


• Paraprofessional Notebook

TRAINING:• Paraprofessional Training: JAN 11– 13, 2012 and JUN 11– 13, 2011




Paraprofessional Certification Training


PEIMS

PEIMSThe ESC Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) team provides explanations of the overall collection and submission requirements for PEIMS, Person Identification Database (PID), PID Enrollment Tracking (PET), and student records data using the Texas Student Record Exchange System (TREx) and Edit+ systems. All training is based on the TEA Data Standards, TREx Data Standards, Financial Accounting Resource Guide, and Student Attendance Accounting Handbook. Interpretations and resolution of Edit+ data editing fatal errors, special warnings, warnings, and PID errors are available.

Region XIII also offers the PEIMS Cooperative, designed to provide additional services and training opportunities.

Professional Learning CommunitiesRegion XIII provides training and support to campuses implementing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Campuses can join our PLC Network, attend our annual PLC Conference, or contract for customized training and support throughout the year.


• Facilitating Professional Learning Communities with Stephen Barkley• Common Formative Assessment Training with Cassandra Erkens

NETWORK MEETING(S):VIEW NETWORK MEETING LISTINGS ON PAGE 78

Professional Learning Communities Network• Please contact: [email protected].

CONFERENCE(S):VIEW ALL REGION XII I CONFERENCES ON PAGE 82

Professional Learning Communities/RtI Conference (with Mike Mattos): JAN 19, 2012

Professional Learning Communities



PPCD

Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)ESC Region XIII services for Preschool Programs for Children with Disabilities (PPCD) are dedicated to promoting best practices in early childhood settings for three- to five-year-old children. Services provided include trainings on specific topics in early childhood special education, district on-site consultation visits and training, support for districts regarding best practice updates and compliance with state and federal regulations, support for teacher-to-teacher networking, a library of resources, and visits to model sites.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• District and Classroom consultation• Information and Guidance on achieving Least Restrictive

Environment for 3-5 year olds


• Early Childhood Outcomes and Prekindergarten Guidelines Alignment: Writing Appropriate Goals

• PPCD New Teacher Training Series and Bootcamp• PECS: Picture Exchange Communication System• Transdisciplinary Play Based Assessment• PPCD Teacher Leadership


Pre-K Alignment Posters

CONFERENCE(S):VIEW ALL REGION XII I CONFERENCES ON P. 82

Beat the Heat Summer Institute: JUL 23-25, 2012



Purchasing Cooperative

Purchasing CooperativeRegion XIII and Region 20 share in a Purchasing Cooperative to assist districts in securing the best price and value in purchasing supplies and food products for their operations. Information about the cooperative, including a vendor application, may be accessed at www.esc20.net (2013 Purchasing Cooperative).



RDSPD

Regional Day School Program for the DeafThe Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) provides direct services to eligible newly identified infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing and their parents. RDSPD also provides professional development and technical assistance in the education, support, and inclusion of students in general education settings.


RDSPD Itinerant Teacher SupportSupport Meeting for Region XIII RDSPD Itinerant Teachers and district deaf education certified itinerant teachers; topics to be developed are relevant to deaf educator issues (to be scheduled fall and spring).• OCT 26, 2011• MAR 8, 2012

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTVIEW ALL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ECAMPUS.ESC13.NET

• Including Students Who are Deaf/HH in General Education Classroom: Fall 2011

• Visual Phonics “See the Sound”: DEC 7–8, 2011



Related Services: Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy

Related Services: Occupational Therapy and Physical TherapyThe Related Services Program provides opportunities for school-based therapists to learn about current evidence-based practices and ideas through professional development and technical assistance. The program emphasizes integrated and collaborative service delivery models, which support the least restrictive environment and access to the general curriculum.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Written Productivity Profile • Adapted Physical Education (PE) Assessment and Individualized

Education Programs (IEPs)• Access to Mobility and Assistive Technology in the Classroom

Setting: Practical Applications (TETN)


Related Service Leadership Network MeetingsThis series of quarterly meetings is designed for district-identified lead therapists with the purposes of providing up-to-date information and ongoing support for regional related service programs. The Related Services Leadership Network is designed to allow time to network, collaborate, and share what is working for students, teachers, and parents.• OCT 17, 2011 • DEC 14, 2011

• FEB 28, 2012 • APR 26, 2012


• FACTER in Routines and Coordinated Sets of Activities for Secondary Students with Significant Disabilities

• Handwriting Without Tears Kinder - 5th Grade

• Access to Mobility and Assistive Technology in the Classroom Setting: Practical Applications (TETN)

• Utilizing Assistive Technology for Students with Autism (TETN)

• SOLOtions for Struggling Readers and Writers (DJI Event)

• Written Productivity Profile (Webinar)

• Adapted PE Assessment and IEPs

• Feeding and Swallowing Basics Webinar Series




Response to Intervention (RtI)

Response to Intervention (RtI) The Response to Intervention (Rtl) framework is a proactive, multi-tiered system that addresses both the early identification of students who may be at risk, and the provision of interventions for academic and/or behavioral supports. Utilizing Rtl, schools build campus-based leadership teams that work together to develop processes for implementing the following components of the framework:

• universal screening of students• ensuring high quality core instruction• implementing a tiered model of intervention (wherein the type and

intensity of interventions are dependent on student responsiveness)• frequent, systematic monitoring of student progress• utilizing data to make educational decisions

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): The RtI Systems Check is a new service from Region XIII that includes both an assessment and report of findings regarding campus-based implementation of the RtI framework. The report is based on core components of RtI, including leadership and professional development, and provides individualized feedback concerning campus strengths and next steps for implementation success.


RtI Network Support Meetings These meetings are offered as a support link to district RtI staff. This is an opportunity for networking and sharing of information.

• SEP 7, 2011• NOV 1, 2011

• FEB 8, 2012 • APR 3, 2012


RtI – Building a Common Understanding

• This workshop provides an overview of the foundational components of the RtI framework with an emphasis on developing a common understanding and language throughout the campus/district.

Student Support Team (Campus Rtl Leadership Team) Training

• This training is designed to take a campus Rtl leadership team on a journey through problem-solving team best practices including, team membership, roles and responsibilities, intervention inventories, intervention planning, and promoting campus buy-in.


• Professional Learning Communities/RtI Conference (with Mike Mattos): JAN 19, 2012


• ELPS Toolkit• Scaffolding Accommodations



School Board Training

School Board Training Region XIII provides school board training based on the state framework for school board development. Trainings are offered onsite at Region XIII, cluster sites, and districts. Services include the state required training for new and experienced board members and legislative updates.



School Health

School HealthThe Coordinated School Health Programs provide training, awareness presentations, and technical assistance to state-mandated School Health Advisory Councils as well as to school health and physical education programs and services. The Coordinated School Health Programs are the catalysts for generating interactions among schools, parents, community, and organizations in order to encourage an integrated approach for school health programming.


• Health Services Certification Trainings• Parenting and Paternity Awareness• School Nurses Networking Meetings

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICES:• School Health Advisory Council Leadership• State-Approved Coordinated School Health Programs



SIRC

School Improvement Resource Center (SIRC)The SIRC team provides information and clarification regarding Title I and NCLB School Improvement requirements. The team conducts needs assessments through on-site visits and assists school personnel in developing and implementing an effective Campus Improvement Plan. They facilitate the Campus Administrator Mentor (CAM) program and the Technical Assistance Provider (TAP) program, both part of the Professional Service Provider (PSP) Network. The PSP Network includes coordinated opportunities with Campus Intervention Team (CIT) members. SIRC is also responsible for the statewide annual Texas School Improvement (TSI) conference, the Texas Title I Priority Schools (TTIPS) grant, and Supplemental Educational Services (SES). Technical assistance and support is offered to schools, districts, and SES providers.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):The PSP Network was launched to connect and build collaboration among the external resources and support provided by CAMs, TAPs, and CIT members. This Network is part of an ongoing effort between TEA, SIRC, and the Texas Turnaround Center to provide coordinated support and to show connections across state and federal intervention requirements.The Texas Title I Priority Schools (TTIPS) grant provides four distinct opportunities for districts to implement dramatic change at the campus level (Transformation, Turnaround, Restart, or Closure). The SIRC team provides resources and technical assistance to support districts and campuses in implementing their grant.


• Supplemental Educational Services workshops for districts and providers

• Trainings and webinars on the School Improvement Program (SIP)

• Trainings and webinars on TTIPS grant requirements and district and campus needs

• Accountability webinars for PSPs• Transforming classroom practice


• Principal Planning Guides


• Texas School Improvement Conference: OCT 26–27, 2011



School Readiness Integration

School Readiness IntegrationThe School Readiness Integration Team assists school districts in forming partnerships with community-based child care providers and Head Start programs to deliver pre-kindergarten services to children and families. High quality pre-kindergarten prepares children for the transition to kindergarten and helps children become lifelong learners.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): The School Readiness Integration Team also assists school districts with:

• technical assistance and guidance when applying for pre-kindergarten grants;

• training and support with Texas School Readiness Certification applications and ongoing compliance matters;

• outreach to community-based child care providers and Head Start programs to collaborate on professional development and related projects; and

• provide assistance with the development of memorandums of understanding, mentoring, and support for ongoing successful relationships around pre-kindergarten objectives.


• Values and Ethics in the Early Childhood Classroom• Mathematics in the Early Childhood Classroom



Focused on building teacher, campus, and district capacity, the Science Team provides professional development, technical assistance, and other services related to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR), 4x4 plan implementation, utilizing supplemental materials and other resources, supporting district curriculum including CSCOPE, and transitioning to End-of-Course exams at the high school level. In addition to public workshops, personalized professional development and consultation services are available.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Science content series• Professional development aligned to the new science TEKS and

STAAR• Professional development aimed at aligning science and math• Support of diverse learners including special education, gifted and

talented, and English Language Learners• Campus and district-based professional development available

upon request


• STAAR Webinar Series• Science Notebooks• Math for Science Teachers• Content workshops supporting the TEKS


Math and Science Leadership NetworkThe Math and Science Leadership Network provides district and campus leaders with TEA, SBOE, and legislative updates along with time to discuss relevant issues with peers.

• SEP 19, 2011• NOV 28, 2011• FEB 6, 2012• MAY 10, 2012


• Science TEKS Movement Tool• STAAR Resources - www.esc13.

net/staar/resources_science.html

SCIENCE MATERIALS:Region XIII has formed a cooperative with the Living Science Center atRegion 20 to serve the living science material needs of teachers in the central Texas area. The Science Material Center provides a broad spectrum of materials and services for all grade levels including over 100 living specimens, models, and tools. This is a subscription service offered to districts and/or campuses for a yearly fee. More information can be found online at www.esc13.net/scmaterial/.

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Secondary Transition/ Post-School OutcomesThe Transition Specialist provides professional development, technical assistance, and services to districts, charter schools, parents, and others to support effective graduation and transition planning for students with disabilities. The specialist works to increase district capacity in meeting federal and state transition requirements.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Site visits for data/program review• Technical assistance for State Performance Plan (SPP) Indicators 1, 2,

13, and 14


• Academic Achievement Record – Leaving a Clear Trail• Texas Transition: Are Your Students World-Ready?• Higher Education and Special Education: College Opportunities for

ALL Students• Job Coaching: Supporting Quality Work Experiences for Students

with Disabilities• SPP 13 and 14: Updates for 2011–2012


18+ Network Meetings 2011-2012:Provide critical updates, legal requirements, and networking opportunities for the teachers, staff, and related service providers who support 18+ programs.

• SEP 15, 2011• NOV 17, 2011• FEB 16, 2012• APR 19, 2012

Transition Specialist Network Meetings 2011 - 2012: The purpose of the Transition Leadership Network is to provide a system of communication and collaboration to all 70 districts and charters. Federal and State updates and training opportunities will be provided through the Transition listserv and face-to-face meetings.

• SEP 15, 2011• NOV 17, 2011• FEB 16, 2012• APR 19, 2012


Secondary Transition



Social StudiesRegion XIII provides professional development and technical support to build teacher, campus, and district capacity for developing a deep understanding of curriculum and best practice social studies instruction that prepares students for success on state assessments and readiness for college and careers.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Social Studies TEKS Overview for Grades K-12• Social Studies Grade 8 Academy • End-of-Course Success: World Geography, World History, US History


Social Studies Leadership MeetingThis is a meeting for all principals, social studies curriculum coordinators, social studies teachers and department chairs. You will receive the latest information and updates from the Education Service Center Region XIII regarding social studies. Information is shared regarding meetings, workshops, the latest news from TEA, conferences, successful strategies, local museums and libraries, and much more!

• NOV 4, 2011 • Spring date TBD• Online meeting to be added pending release of STAAR information

by TEA.


• Meet me at the Archives! Using unseen Texas History Primary Sources to Improve Instruction in Your Classroom

• Social Studies TEKS Planner


• Texas Social Studies Supervisors Association Meeting: OCT 20, 2011

• Texas Council for the Social Studies Conference: OCT 21–23, 2011

• Texas Social Studies Supervisors Association Meeting , MAR 2012

• WHAT World History Association FEB 18–19, 2012


• Social Studies TEKS Overview for Grades K-12

• Social Studies Grade 8 Academy • End-of-Course Success: World

Geography, World History, US History

• Bible Literacy as Taught Through Special Topics in Social Studies

• ELPS Academy–Social Studies• Document Based Questions (DBQ)

for the Social Studies and ELA Classroom

• Law Related Education • Meet Me at the Archives!

Social Studies



Special Programs/ System Support

Special Programs/ System SupportThe Region XIII System Support Component/Team provides services for Child Nutrition, Coordinated School Health, Federal Program Shared Service Arrangement Support, State Programs, Accountability, Assessment, Data Management, Campus Turnaround, Homeless Education, and Migrant Education to school districts and charter schools within the region and across the state. Region XIII also supports members of the Shared Services Arrangements by providing training and technical assistance at no cost or reduced fees.


• Federal and State Updates 2011–2012• State Compensatory Education• Breakfast Talk: Application for Federal Funding and Compliance

Reports 2012• Charter School Board Members• School Support Team• Title I Comparability• Campus Planning and Fiscal Requirements• Performance-Based Monitoring: Data Review, Overview, and Stages

of Intervention• Data Validation Monitoring System: Leaver, Discipline and Student

Assessment.• Accountability Overview – State and Federal• STAAR State of (Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness)


• State Program Monitoring Guide (SPMG)



Speech Language PathologySpeech Language Pathology (SLP) Services provides training and technical assistance in the area of Speech Language Pathology. Technical assistance may include support with program evaluation or student specific con-cerns. SLP Services also provide information and support for the Texas Women’s University TETN SLP Master’s Degree Program.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • On-line access to the Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association

(TSHA) Eligibility Manual Trainings• Webinar, video conference, and on-line course training options


• New SLP Bootcamp: Speech in the Schools 101• PECS: Basic Training, Picture Exchange Communication System,

featuring Pyramid Educational Consultants• Communication Strategies for Students with Significant Disabilities,

featuring Phil Schweigert• Multi-disciplinary Team Evaluations and Interventions for Executive

Function Disorders Workshop and On-Line Book Study, featuring Dr. Elaine Fletcher-Janzen

• Advanced Autism Team Training, featuring Dr. Gail Cheramie• Augmentative and Alternative Communication for SLPs Webinar

Series, featuring Gail Van Tatenhove• Treatment of Speech Sound Disorders (webinar) featuring Sherry

Sancibrian• Bilingual SLP Video Conference Series featuring Dr. Ellen Kester and

Scott Prath• Feeding and Swallowing Basics Webinar Series


Speech Language Pathology Leadership Network Designed to support best practice service delivery by district lead speech language pathologists and supervisors by addressing important and upcoming issues in the field. A variety of topics will be addressed at each meeting based on the unique needs of the participants.

• SEP 14, 2011• NOV 9, 2011• JAN 11, 2012• APR 11, 2012

Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Leadership Network This series discusses issues relevant to both bilingual and monolingual speech-language pathologists working with bilingual or culturally and linguistically diverse students. Bilingual SLP teams are also encouraged to attend. Participants will have opportunity to share and discuss difficult cases, and a variety of resources will be provided.

• OCT 7, 2011• DEC 2, 2011• FEB 3, 2012


• Hill Country/Lone Star Summer Institute: JUN 11–12, 2012

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/speech

Speech Language Pathology



State Compensatory Education Cooperative

State Compensatory Education CooperativeThe State Compensatory Education Cooperative is an opportunity for school personnel in Region XIII to gain information and insight on selected critical topics, while also providing an opportunity for networking with other Region XIII clients.

Statewide School FinanceThe Region XIII Statewide School Finance department provides revenue templates, technical assistance, and staff development to school districts, administrators, and ESCs throughout the state.

Statewide School Finance



Strategic Instruction Model (SIM)

Strategic Instruction Model (SIM)The Strategic Instruction Model (SIM) provides teachers and students a bank of instructional tools, which maximize learning in secondary academically diverse classrooms. The SIM Content Enhancement routines (Tier 1) and Learning Strategies (Tier 2) are proven to increase the recall, comprehension, and application of knowledge in all content areas while providing a tiered level of support. The SIM Team offers professional development, technical assistance, and follow up instructional coaching at the classroom, campus, and district level.


Content Enhancement Routines: Tier 1 Tools• Vocab Triple Play• Mastering Critical Concepts Through Concept Mastery

SIM Learning Strategies: Tier 2 Tools• Fundamentals of Paraphrasing and Summarizing and Paraphrasing

Strategy• Self Questioning



Student Evaluation

Student EvaluationThe primary purpose of Student Evaluation is to provide to local education agencies professional development and technical assistance focused on ensuring that all students suspected of having a disability are provided a thorough and timely individual evaluation. This also applies to current students with disabilities who require new or reevaluations. Additional support is provided to local education agencies on the legal framework and compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and rules.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S):• Ethical Issues for Professionals in School Settings• Best Practice in Evaluation of Disabilities under IDEA• Administration and Interpretation of assessment instruments


• Training for New Evaluation Personnel• Best Practice in Evaluation of Mental Retardation (Intellectual

Disabilities)• Multi-disciplinary Team Evaluations and Intervention for Executive

Function Disorders• Ethical Issues for Professionals in School Settings• Advanced Autism Team Training: Going Beyond the Basics• Administration and Interpretation of the NEPSY-II


Evaluation Steering CommitteeThe lead Educational Diagnostician and/or Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSP) from each district/Shared Service Arrangement (SSA) in Region XIII is invited to attend. Attendance at the Evaluation Steering Committee is at the discretion of the District/SSA Director of Special Education.

• SEP 27, 2011• DEC 1, 2011• FEB 28, 2012• APR 17, 2012

Bilingual Evaluation Leadership NetworkThis three-day series focuses on training and support for personnel (Educational Diagnosticians and LSSPs) who evaluate English language learners for special education eligibility. A trainer of trainer model will be provided to participants on “Best Practices in the Special Education Evaluation of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students.”

• SEP 23, 2011• OCT 17, 2011• JAN 20, 2012


• Hill Country/Lone Star Summer Institute: JUN 11–12, 2012


Substitute Teacher Support Substitute Teacher Support instructional goals: provide classroom management strategies; discuss safety, ethical, and legal issues; provide guidance in working with school personnel; model instructional strategies to enhance lessons; examine resources to enrich student learning experiences; and review lesson plan implementation.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Substitute Teacher Support Trainer of Trainers (TOT) for district personnel to be able

to provide their own staff development within their district.

Substitute Teacher Support

Texas Education Network (TXED)The Texas Education Network (TXED) Network is a regional telecommunications network that is available to all districts in Region XIII. Through this safe, reliable, and secure regional infrastructure, Region XIII is an Internet Service Provider to many districts, providing:

• High Speed Internet Access• Network Security Services

- External Firewall Management - E-mail Filtering for Spam and Viruses - Intrusion Detection

• Web Content Filtering• Network Monitoring• Network Infrastructure Support• E-mail Hosting• Web Hosting• DNS Management• Network Infrastructure Consulting• Network Security Consulting

Texas Education Network (TXED)



Texas Education Telecommunications Network (TETN)Since its inception in 1996, the Texas Education Telecommunications Network (TETN) has provided video, voice and data services among the 20 Education Service Centers (ESCs) and the Texas Education Agency. These members formed the TETN cooperative to accomplish three main goals:

• save out-of-pocket expenses by reducing travel required to attend meetings in Austin;

• enhance productivity to service center staff, district personnel, administrators, teachers, and students; and

• create “added value” to network users.

Services across the TETN broadband network includes interactive audio/video communication between two or more ESCs, internet access services, transport for disaster recovery purposes and backhaul transport between ESCs and their schools located in different telecommunication areas.

Region XIII is the fiscal agent of the network and is responsible for the consortium budget and the TETN office. TETN services is available to only consortium members.

TETN



TxEIS

Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS)Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) is a hosted web-based solution that incorporates software standards to make it compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Mac Safari browsers, as well as Linux and Windows operating systems. TxEIS applications are as follows:

Student Services: Attendance, discipline, TxGradeBook, TxConnect, TxMyZone, grade reporting, registration, scheduling, security administration, SHARE, special education, health, and test scores

Business Services: Human resources (payroll, leave, and personnel records) and financial accounting (finance, budget, requisition, asset management, and accounts receivable)

PEIMS: Public Education Information Management System

Application and Data Hosting Services: Districts will have the option of having ESC Region XIII host the applications as well as the data maintained through these applications.

We provide technical assistance and training for updates, troubleshoot software problems, communicate user enhancement requests to programmers, maintain posted hours of support and provide emergency numbers.



Texas High Schools That Work and Making Middle Grades Work High Schools That Work (HSTW) is an effort-based school improvement initiative founded on the conviction that most students can master rigorous academic and career/technical studies if school leaders and teachers create an environment that motivates students to make the effort to succeed. HSTW is the nation’s first large-scale effort to engage state, district, and school leaders in partnerships with teachers, students, parents, and the community to raise student achievement in high school and middle school grades. HSTW seeks to advance the mathematics, science, communications, problem-solving, and technical achievement of students by providing a framework of goals, key practices, and key conditions for accelerating learning and setting higher standards.

Texas Making Middle Grades Work (MMGW) challenges districts to lead by clearly outlining goals for improving middle grades education and by providing resources necessary to reach the goals. A framework with 10 essential elements pulls together specific, research-supported actions that districts and schools can take to move the middle grades forward.

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/summit

HSTW and MMGW


• Secondary School Summit and High Schools That Work/Making Middle Grades Work State Conference: Dates TBD



TSSRRP

Texas Secondary School Redesign and Restructuring ProgramThe Texas Secondary School Redesign and Restructuring Program (TSSRRP) is a statewide initiative that supports schools that receive funding under a Texas Education Agency competitive grant that focuses on Chapter 39 Academically Unacceptable (AU) secondary schools making improved student achievement in the Texas State Accountability System. The external service provider, selected by the grantee campus, will work with the entire secondary school campus to assist all stakeholders with the improvement of student achievement.

The TSSRRP Team provides case management and oversight to grantee campuses for project implementation through a comprehensive needs assessment process and creation of an evaluation framework to ensure that the determined professional development is focused on the campus redesign and restructuring goals set forward in the grant.



Texas Turnaround Center The Texas Turnaround Center (TTC) is responsible for establishing and supporting a state-wide regional network of highly trained Turnaround Teams. These regional ESC teams provide technical assistance to districts and campuses identified as low-performing in the state accountability rating system. The overarching goal of the TTC is to reduce the number of Academically Unacceptable (AU) campuses by enhancing capacity statewide for supporting comprehensive, ongoing improvement of struggling campuses. The TTC works towards these goals in a variety of ways:

• provide training to regional turnaround teams located at each of the 20 ESCs across the state

• provide assistance through Campus Intervention Teams (CITs) • develop data analysis tools for regional Turnaround Teams and CITs

to use in their work with struggling campuses • provide statewide communications related to campus turnaround

efforts The TTC works directly with the regional Turnaround Teams, which provide training and materials to the CITs working in low-performing schools within in each region.

Texas Turnaround Center



Title 1 Cooperative Services

Title 1 Cooperative ServicesRegion XIII provides technical assistance and professional development opportunities to participating schools with Title I schoolwide and targeted assisted campuses. Areas of technical assistance include needs assessments, planning, budgeting, program decision, evaluation of effectiveness, and compliance. Additionally, professional development opportunities are available for Title I funded paraprofessionals, including participation in parental involvement workshops.

Troops to Teachers Texas Troops to Teachers (TTT) is a federally funded program designed to relieve teacher shortages in public schools by assisting retiring and separating military personnel in becoming teachers in their next careers. At the state level, the Texas Troops to Teachers Office provides information and guidance to participants on all aspects of teacher certification. The Texas TTT Program serves the entire state from its office at Region XIII, providing the needed information on registration with the national TTT program and potential TTT financial benefits.

Troops to Teachers



TSTEM

TSTEMThe Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (TSTEM) Initiative has a goal of improving student achievement in all demographic groups, specifically historically-underrepresented populations in math and science as determined by state and national standards. This initiative is a central new component of the Texas High School Project (THSP). The STEM Center provides schools with educator coaching and professional development and also assists with developing specialized programs designed to prepare all students for college and careers. Transformation 2013, a collaborative effort of Education Service Center Region XIII and Region 20, is committed to ensuring that STEM academies and local STEM efforts are supported and developed.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Project-Based Learning 101• Instructional Coaching for implementation of the T-STEM Blueprint• Summer camps• Statewide PBL writing cohort


• Project-Based Learning 101• Building Math• Engineering is Elementary• Engineering the Future• Gender Equity in STEM Courses• Opening the Gateway

Leadership Planning


• 2nd Sense Math Book• 5th Sense Math Book• 8th Sense Math Book• ELL Instructional Strategies Math• ELL Instructional Strategies

Science• Science TEKS Movement Tool


transformation2013



TxBESS Teacher Mentoring Program Texas Beginning Educator Support System (TxBESS) is research-based, comprehensive professional development for quality mentoring of first year teachers and beyond.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): TxBESS is provided by Region XIII to teachers, lead mentors, and district administrators. A Trainer of Trainers is also provided after the initial four-day training to help districts set up a teacher mentoring program and to train their mentor teachers.


TxBESS is offered twice a year at Region XIII or scheduled as requested by districts.

TxBESS Teacher Mentoring Program



Video on Demandon Demand

Video on Demand Discovery Education Streaming Basic is the leading video-on-demand service for schools. The materials integrate into any curriculum with 5,000 full-length videos segmented into 50,000 content-specific clips, 23,000 images, and 1,000 editable video clips. The program provides comprehensive K-12 curriculum coverage in six core subject areas. Also included are teacher resources and a quiz bank for each area.

A subscription provides classroom teachers with a valuable link to a Teacher Portal that contains lesson designs and helps for each video series.

Subscriptions are available on a district basis for three separate streaming products: Streaming Basic, Streaming PLUS, and Discovery Science. Contact: [email protected]

Recordings of Video Conferences and WebinarsThe distance learning office provides access to recordings of most video conferences and any webinar that is in the Elluminate platform. Access is guaranteed for at least one month after an event. Contact: [email protected]

VISIT OUR BLOG:• www.esc13.net/thescoop/distancelearning



Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility The Visual Impairment Team provides professional development, technical assistance, and services to districts, charter schools, and parents in the education, support, and inclusion of students who are blind or visually impaired.

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): • Visual Impairment Professional Development• Technical Assistance to TVI’s related to educational programming,

Assistive Technology, Transition, and Early Childhood Intervention• Orientation and Mobility (O&M) professional development and

technical assistance• Orientation and Mobility evaluation


Teachers of the Visually Impaired Network Meetings• SEP 19, 2011• JAN 27, 2012• MAY 4, 2012

Orientation and Mobility Specialists Network MeetingsTBA


• Accessible Graphing Calculator and Use of the Tiger Embosser for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired

• Communication Strategies for Students with the Most Significant Disabilities

• Access to the Computer for Young Children who are Blind or Visually impaired

• Social Skills/Social Thinking as related to Transition

• TVI Network Meetings• Braille Literacy Support• Functional Routines for your

Classroom• Measureable Present Level

of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance) (PLAAFPS) and Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for O&M

• Transition Practices for O&M• Emergency Evacuations for

Students Receiving O&M Services


Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility



Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification

Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification Wilson Reading System (WRS) is an Orton-Gillingham based intervention. It is a multi-sensory, synthetic approach to teaching reading and spelling to students with language-based difficulties in written language. It is an integrated system for teaching all aspects of decoding and encoding.

WRS is designed for students in Grade 2 through adults and can be used in school settings with small groups. The program is sequenced in 12 steps that are based on the six syllable types (closed vowel syllables, silent three syllables, open vowel syllables, syllables ending in an consonant with -le, controlled syllables, and double vowel syllables).

HIGHLIGHTED SERVICE(S): WRS is offered as a school-year-long course and includes one-on-one instruction, five individual observations, five 2.5-hour seminars, and an online course that provides video modeling and guidance.


• Wilson Reading System Applied Methods course (pre-requisite to attending a WRS Level 1 Certification Course)

• Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification Course• Start-Up course


Wilson Reading System Instructional Support MeetingThis session is for teachers that are in training or have received Wilson Level 1 or Level 2 Certification training and want to meet with other trained teachers for problem solving and brainstorming regarding issues that have arisen in the classroom setting using WRS.

• MAR 21, 2012


18+ NETWORK MEETINGS 2011 - 2012Provide critical updates, legal requirements, and networking opportunities for the teachers, staff, and related service providers who support 18+ programs.

• SEP 15, 2011• NOV 17, 2011

• FEB 16, 2012• APR 19, 2012

AUTISM SPECIALISTSThis series of meetings will be held to facilitate professional development and address issues specific to autism specialists in Region XIII. This training is for identified district autism specialists only.

• SEP 12, 2011• NOV 7, 2011

• JAN 23, 2012• APR 9, 2012

BEHAVIOR STAFF SUPPORT NETWORKThe BSSN provides updated information and training related to the needs of district behavior specialists and school staff who work with children with challenging behaviors.

• SEP 7, 2011 • FEB 16, 2012

BILINGUAL/ESL DIRECTORS’ MEETING The purpose of this meeting is to share information, network, collaborate, and address current issues and updates regarding Bilingual/ESL language programs and instruction. During these meetings, participants will have opportunities for collaboration with other educators who are working to address the needs of Limited English proficient students.

• SEP 20, 2011• NOV 8, 2011

• FEB 7, 2012• APR 10, 2012

BILINGUAL SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY LEADERSHIP This series discusses issues relevant to both bilingual and monolingual speech-language pathologists working with bilingual or culturally and linguistically diverse students. Bilingual SLP teams are also encouraged to attend. Participants will have opportunity to share and discuss difficult cases, and a variety of resources will be provided.

• OCT 7, 2011• DEC 2, 2011

• FEB 3, 2012

BILINGUAL EVALUATION LEADERSHIP NETWORKThis three-day series focuses on training and support for personnel (Educational Diagnosticians and LSSPs) who evaluate English language learners for special education eligibility. A trainer of trainer model will be provided to participants on “Best Practices in the Special Education Evaluation of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students.”

• SEP 23, 2011• OCT 17, 2011

• JAN 20, 2012

CAMPUS TURNAROUND NETWORK SUPPORT The primary focus will be on the Campus Improvement Plan developed by the campus leadership team, CITs, and/or PSPs that determined their professional development needs for the 2011–2012 school year. Teams will be available to collaborate with external members of the CITs who will share their insight around successful strategies and interventions used with campuses who were formally rated AU. Email for dates: [email protected].

CENTRAL TEXAS ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY NETWORK MEETING This is a series of quarterly meetings of local district assistive technology specialists and assistive technology team leads with the purposes of identifying best practices in support of access to the general curriculum, universally designed instruction, and instruction in the least restrictive environment.

• SEP 21, 2011• NOV 16, 2011

• FEB 29, 2012• APR 27, 2012

CSCOPE DISTRICT LEADERSHIP SUPPORTCSCOPE Support meetings are intended to provide new information as well as revisit implementation ideas to sustain district abilities to support teachers in the use of CSCOPE curriculum. Meeting attendance is encouraged for district curriculum leaders, campus administrators, as well as teacher leaders in CSCOPE districts.

• SEP 21, 2011• NOV 30, 2011

• FEB 7, 2012• APR 17, 2012

To register for Network Meetings, visit http://ecampus.esc13.net.

NETWORK MEETINGS


CTE SHARED SERVICE ARRANGEMENT/COOP Each year the CTE SSA/Coop members develop a program of work. Together, we complete the strategic plan that moves all CTE programs forward within a district, including guidance/counseling. All member districts are provided products and services.

• SEP 29, 2011• JAN 26, 2012

• MAY 17, 2012

CURRICULUM COUNCILThe Curriculum Council provides district curriculum and special education leaders up-to-date information about major curriculum, instruction, and assessment initiatives. All central office personnel and campus level administrators with district responsibilities are encouraged to attend. At each meeting, members will receive a State Board and Legislative Update, a TO DO List (deadlines and responsibilities), a program addressing urgent needs for leaders in curriculum and special education, and time to network. VISIT OUR BLOG: www.esc13.net/thescoop/cc

• SEP 1, 2011• OCT 6, 2011• NOV 3, 2011• JAN 12, 2012• FEB 2, 2012

• APR 5, 2012• MAY 3, 2012• JUN 7, 2012• AUG 2, 2012

DIRECTORS OF GUIDANCE AND/OR DISTRICT COUNSELING LEADERSDesigned to discuss programs, plans, and changes to Comprehensive Guidance programs across the region.

• SEP 15, 2011• DEC 6, 2011

• MAR 20, 2012• JUN 14, 2012

DYSLEXIA COORDINATOR’S MEETINGThis meeting is an opportunity and forum for District Dyslexia and 504 Coordinators to network and share up-to-date topics surrounding educational law, research, and effective services.

• OCT 6, 2011 • FEB 2, 2012

EVALUATION STEERING COMMITTEEThe lead Educational Diagnostician and/or LSSP from each district/SSA in Region XIII is invited to attend. Attendance at the Evaluation Steering Committee is at the discretion of the District/SSA Director of Special Education.

• SEP 27, 2011• DEC 1, 2011

• FEB 28, 2012• APR 17, 2012

G/T DIRECTORS/COORDINATORS CONTACT MEETINGThese contact meetings offer opportunities for district G/T coordinators, G/T directors, curriculum directors, and other interested educators to discuss important topics pertaining to gifted education.

• SEP 27, 2011• DEC 7, 2011

• APR 4, 2012

HOMELESS EDUCATION FOCUS GROUPSThe purpose of this session will be to disseminate information, determine needs, and identify opportunities for collaboration. This is an informal opportunity for districts to discuss topics regarding homeless education.

• OCT 3, 2012• APR 18, 2012

• MAY 9, 2012

INSTRUCTIONAL COACH SUPPORT NETWORKThe Instructional Coach Support Network is a series of monthly meetings designed for instructional coaches, facilitators, and specialists. These meetings provide opportunities for coaches to learn about up-to-date research and models, and allow time to collaborate and share ideas related to coaching.

• SEP 29, 2011• OCT 27, 2011• NOV 17, 2011• DEC 8, 2011

• JAN 26, 2012• FEB 16, 2012• MAR 29, 2012• MAY 10, 2012


LITERACY LEADERSHIP NETWORKThe Literacy Leadership Network (LLN) will bring ELAR administrators throughout the region together for a content specific forum. The ESC Literacy Team will share the latest updates and information from the Texas Education Agency regarding the ELAR TEKS, TAKS results, analysis, and trends, early reading assessments, and state-wide reading initiatives.

• SEP 29, 2011 • APR 11, 2012

MATH AND SCIENCE LEADERSHIP NETWORKThe Math and Science Leadership Network provides district and campus leaders with TEA, State Board of Education (SBOE), and legislative updates along with time to discuss relevant issues with peers.

• SEP 19, 2011• NOV 28, 2011

• FEB 6, 2012• MAY 10, 2012

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES NETWORKPlease contact [email protected].

RELATED SERVICE LEADERSHIP NETWORKDesigned for district-identified lead therapists with the purposes of providing up-to-date information and ongoing support for regional related service programs and allows time to network, collaborate, and share what-is-working for students, teachers, and parents.

• OCT 17, 2011• DEC 14, 2011

• FEB 28, 2012• APR 26, 2012

NEW SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR SERIESProvides opportunities for communication, collaboration, and development of support systems for LEA staff in special education leadership roles. Topics include funding, compliance, staffing, personnel evaluation, and other issues identified as high priority by special education directors.

• SEP 8, 2011• NOV 10, 2011

• DEC 8, 2011• FEB 9, 2012

RDSPD ITINERANT TEACHER MEETINGSupport Meeting for Region XIII RDSPD Itinerant Teachers and district deaf ed certified itinerant teachers - topics to be developed relevant to deaf educator issues. Dates to be announced.

• OCT 26, 2011 • MAR 8, 2012

RTI NETWORK SUPPORT MEETINGSRtI Network Support Meetings are offered as a sup-port link to district RtI staff. This is an opportunity for networking and sharing of information.

• SEP 7, 2011• NOV 1, 2011

• FEB 8, 2012• APR 3, 2012

SPECIAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP NETWORKRegion XIII’s leadership network for special education directors will focus on state and regional priorities and is intended to provide current information and networking opportunities for directors as they implement special education programs in their LEAs. A variety of topics will be addressed at each meeting based on the unique needs of the network. Available onsite and through video conferencing.

• SEP 8, 2011• NOV 10, 2011• FEB 9, 2012

• APR 12, 2012• MAY 10, 2012

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY LEADERSHIP NETWORK Designed to support best practice service delivery by district lead speech language pathologists and Supervisors by addressing important and upcoming issues in the field. A variety of topics will be addressed at each meeting based on the unique needs of the participants.

• SEP 14, 2011• NOV 9, 2011

• JAN 11, 2012• APR 11, 2012

NETWORK MEETINGS


SOCIAL STUDIES LEADERSHIP MEETINGThis is a meeting for all principals, social studies curriculum coordinators, social studies teachers and department chairs. You will receive the latest information and updates from the Region XIII Education Service Center regarding social studies. Information is shared regarding meetings, workshops, the latest news from TEA, conferences, successful strategies, local museums and libraries, and much more!

• NOV 4, 2011 • Spring date TBD• Online meeting to be added pending release of

STAAR information by TEA.

REGIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (RAC)This committee consists of the school district superintendents and charter school leaders. At the monthly meeting, the chair of the Regional Advisory Committee (RAC), elected by the membership, directs the meeting with the assistance of Region XIII’s executive director. The agenda consists of updates in legal issues, the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) executive and legislative committee reports, and a featured speaker. The RAC is also called on from time to time to provide input and share in Region XIII decision-making.

Invitation Only

• SEP 10, 2011• OCT 12, 2011• NOV 9, 2011• DEC 7, 2011• JAN 30, 2012

• MAR 7, 2012• APR 11, 2012• MAY 9, 2011• JUN 6, 2012

TEACHERS OF THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED NETWORK MEETINGS (TVI)Teachers of the visually impaired will meet periodically to review updated information related to: IDEA, Accessible Instruction Materials, technology, and best practice in instruction.

• SEP 19, 2011• JAN 27, 2012

• MAY 4, 2012

TRANSITION SPECIALIST NETWORK MEETINGS The purpose of the Transition Leadership Network is to provide a system of communication and collaboration to all 70 districts and charters. Federal and State updates and training opportunities will be provided through the Transition Listserv and face-to-face meetings.

• SEPT 15, 2011• NOV 17, 2011

• FEB 16, 2012• APR 19, 2012

WILSON READING SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT MEETINGThis session is for teachers that are in training or have received Wilson Level 1 or Level 2 Certification training and want to meet with other trained teachers for problem solving and brainstorming regarding issues that have arisen in the classroom setting using WRS.

• MAR 21, 2012

VITAL Visionaries in Technology And Learning (ViTAL) is a meeting open to all educators interested in integrating technology into the learning process. Topics ranging from network security to the use of Web 2.0 tools in the classroom are covered.

• OCT 6, 2011• FEB 8, 2012

• MAY 10, 2012


INTERNAL SERVICESRegion XIII offers a variety of services that internally support programs, services, and products provided to our districts.

Business OfficeThe Business Office provides internal services to Region XIII staff in the areas of payroll, accounts receivable/payable and other general business offices needs.

Charter School Records [email protected] XIII serves as registrar of students records for closed charter schools in Texas.

Facilities [email protected] facilities department is responsible for planning, maintaining, and providing a safe environment for Region XIII staff and visitors. The facility manager oversees all aspects having to do with the Region XIII facility, including emergency plans, fire alarm information, cubicle etiquette, and meeting rooms.

Human Resources [email protected] Human Resources department provides support to employees of Region XIII. The department maintains the development of the employment application, employs and processes new staff, administers benefits and compensation, compiles mandatory Human Resources records, monitors rules and regulations in compliance with the law, and conducts exit interviews.

Communication and Production [email protected] Communication and production team provides strategy, public relations, and marketing and advertising support for Region XIII. The Product team manages the development and distribution of educational products for use in instruction and management.

Print and Mail Services Region XIII provides print and mail services to all Region XIII staff.

Professional Development Center (PDC) [email protected] XIII is committed to providing high-quality professional learning. This team coordinates professional development activities for Region XIII staff and external clients upon request. Services include: team-building, planning, leading meetings, and small group facilitation.

Professional Development Support [email protected] PDC support team at Region XIII is committed to making access to workshops and events as easy as possible for internal and external clients. This team also ensures a quality training environment through audiovisual help desk support.

Quality ManagementIn order to provide quality educational products, professional development, technical assistance and manage education programs, Region XIII has an established quality management program.


STAAR RESOURCESINFORMATION AND FIELD GUIDES

Region XIII has consolidated state and regional resourcesto assist educators with the transition from TAKS to STAAR.Visit www.staartx.com for more information.

The STAAR Field Guides are designed to support campus (and district) teachers and leaders as they navigate the course to a new state assessment – STAAR.Order online today at http://store.esc13.net.

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19 Instructional Coaching Institute22 Dyslexia Conference29 Introduction to Instructional Coaching

19 Literacy/Librarians’ Institute 26–27 Texas School Improvement Conference

2 English Language Learner Institute

TBD District Institute

3 Region XIII CSCOPE Mid Year Conference 17 Differentiation for All Learners 19 Professional Learning Communities/ Response to Intervention (RtI) Conference

SEPTEMBER 2011

OCTOBER 2011

NOVEMBER 2011

DECEMBER 2011

JANUARY 2012

15 Career Symposium21 LOTE Institute

1 Careers on Wheels (COW) Day

TBD Secondary School Summit/HSTW State Conference11–12 Hill Country/Lone Star Summer Institute 2012 TBD Child Nutrition Program Annual Summer Conference18–21 2012 CSCOPE State Conference 19 Inclusion Institute

23–25 Beat the Heat Summer Institute

FEBRUARY 2012

MAY 2012

JUNE 2012

JULY 2012

CONFERENCES TO REGISTER FOR CONFERENCES,

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DMACData Management for Assessment and Curriculum (DMAC) supplies Texas educators with the tools and services necessary to develop and improve the quality of education provided to students. Each component of DMAC Solutions is priced separately allowing you to purchase only those pieces you need.

Starting at $400

eduphoria! School Objects: AwareEduphoria’s Aware module is a dynamic tool that makes benchmark testing and data analysis a seamless experience.

Starting at $395

State Program Monitoring GuideAn easy-to-use online guide to ensure that state programs meet compliance requirements. SPMG can help ensure compliance by assessing the following special programs: Bilingual Education/ English as a Second Language, Career and Technology Education, Dyslexia, Gifted and Talented, Optional Extended Year, Pre-kindergarten notification, and State Compensatory Education.

Starting at $800 depending on the number of students

accountability/data

WebCCATWeb-Based Comprehensive Curriculum Assessment Tool (WebCCAT) provides educators with a repository of more than 33,000 questions mapped to the TEKS that can be used to create online or offline (paper) assessments of student ability in the areas of language arts, math, science, and social studies for grades 3-11.

Membership $3,000

Bullies are a Pain in the BrainThe Bullies Are a Pain In the Brain Curricu-lum develops vital social and interpersonal relationship skills by combining a system-atic reading and writing curriculum with theme-based motivational content that students can connect to their own lives. The Bullies Are a Pain In the Brain Cur-riculum Classroom Set features the new 2011 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) frameworks for writing, 6-9 week lesson plans, multiple writing activities, multiple reading passages.

Visit www.esc13store.net for details

Referral Assessment Management Portal (RAMP)RAMP is a web-based data system for entering, summarizing, reporting, and using office discipline referral information. The purpose of RAMP is to improve the ability of school personnel to develop safe and effective educational environments.

First year starts at $600

PRODUCTS

behavior


bilingual

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. TO ORDER, VISIT WWW.ESC13STORE.NET.

ELL Instructional Strategy SheetsThese user-friendly tools assist every classroom teacher with effective strategies for English Language Learners. Each sheet contains a carbon-copied checklist of strategies for methods, pacing, materials, and grading. Sheets are available for Self-Contained, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Math classrooms. ELL Instructional Strategy Sheets can also be used by LPAC as documentation of accommodations.

$15

English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) ToolkitThis toolkit is designed to help teachers incorporate the ELPS when planning les-sons and delivering instruction.The toolkit contains• a copy of the ELPS;• guidelines for differentiating

instruction and interactive strategies for developing academic language;

• a section on lesson planning; • corresponding ELPS, sample

sentence stems $45

ELPS Planning ToolThis resource may be used as a planning tool to help design and deliver instruc-tion that supports the linguistic needs of English language learners. This tool includes the summary of the ELPS, ELPS Linguistic Accommodations, and the ELPS ProficiencyLevelDescriptors.

$8

ELPS Student ChecklistsThe ELPS Student Checklist is an essential, convenient tool to track your studentslanguageproficiencylevelsinthe areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. This product is sold as a carbon-copied tablet to allow for easy record keeping.

$15

Essential Español BookletsThe Essential Español for School Health Care Providers is a Spanish language quick reference guide for personnel, specifically health care providers, who interact with Spanish speaking students and parents. New and improved for:• Health Care Providers• Classroom Teachers• OfficeStaff

Individual Booklets $8Set of 3 booklets $20

ESL Academy BinderThis interactive 4-day training module for K-12 ESL teachers is based on the Domains and Competencies of the ESL TExES exam and is designed to prepare classroom teachers for the ESL TExES and to prepare classroom teachers and other educators to work with English language learners (ELLs) at all levels and in all content areas.**This notebook is ONLY to be purchased by trainers that have attended the ESL Academy TOT (Training of Trainers).

$50

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

listening · speaking · reading · writ ing · learning


PRODUCTS

gifted & talented

dyslexiacscope CTE

Scope and Sequence Books Updated!These books are sold in each subject area (Math, Social Studies, Science, and English Language Arts) and grade span. The books include Vertical Alignment Documents, Year at a Glance Documents, andTEKSVerificationDocumentsforthatsubject and grade span. NOTE: These books are only available for sale to districts that have purchased CSCOPE. Please visit www.cscope.us for purchasing information.

Starting at $30

New Career and Technical Education TEKS Training ManualsEach manual contains the approved TEA presentations for Modules 4-Multi-Clus-ter Courses, Module 5-TEKS by Cluster, ClusterSpecificTEKS,ClusterSpecificScope and Sequence and Additional Resources.

$15

Dyslexia Supplemental Resource Book Updated!The Dyslexia Supplemental Resource Book is intended to provide Texas public school districts and charter schools administrative resource information for ensuring students with dyslexia are served within all Tiers of a Response to Intervention (RtI) process, and are identifiedandservedatappropriatetimes through a high quality, sustainable dyslexia program of services.

$25

G/T State PlanThe Texas Legislature mandates that all school districts identify and serve gifted/talented students at all grade levels. This State Plan was adopted in 2000 by the Texas State Board of Education and forms the basis of G/T services and account-ability. The 2000 version of the State Plan was revised in 2009 and is available for purchase as one combined English and Spanish-language document. $5

PBS TeacherLine G/T Awareness CampaignThis campaign provides educators, parents and the business community with information about the need for and benefitsofauthentic,engagedlearningfor all students, including gifted/talented (G/T) students.

Starting at $10

The Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) The TPSP Guide to Success is for teachers interestedinfindingnewwaystodifferentiate instruction for gifted and talented students or in becoming familiar with curriculum that provides enhanced academic opportunities for all students. The TPSP does just that—it is a statewide system of standards, curriculum, and assessment for gifted and talented students

Starting at $10

Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students

TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

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Celebrate Your ChildParents have a unique perspective outside of the classroom that can help teachers and administrators discover a child’s strengths and individual learning needs. The Celebrate Your Child DVD video and cards have been designed to initiate a dialogue between parents and teachers. Parents can identify key behaviors in their child and share this information with the school to ensure the child receives appropriate services.

Starting at $15

Homeless Data Online Collection SystemFor collection and storage of demographic, academic, and other information pertaining to children and youth without homes.

$200

English Language Arts and Reading TEKS Resource Handbook This handbook can be used as a reference for implementing the Texas Es-sential Knowledge and Skills for English Language Arts and Reading, Elementary. Student expectations for Reading/Com-prehension Skills as provided in the subsection and are described for the appropriate grade level.

$15

MORE language artsNeuhaus ProductsThese products were developed by the Neuhaus Education Center and help implement a scientifically-based reading program. Product Name About PriceAlphabetic Activities with Mats and Arcs

develop instant letter recognition which is a strong predictor of reading success $25

Alphabetizing Cards enable students to arrange, and rearrange, cards as they practice alphabetizing by the first letter, the second letter and both the first and second letters

$25

Establishing the Alphabetic Principle Teacher’s Guide

activities that develop the understanding that spoken words have sounds that can be represented in writing

$75

Expository Cards to use when thinking about expository texts before, during and after reading $25

Foam Squares for use with multisensory grammar (Note: A qualified trainer is required for this product, For further information, please contact Region XIII.)

$30

Instant Word Recognition 20 charts of high-frequency words or irregular reading words on transparencies $25Manipulative Paragraph Writing Outlines-Grades 1-8

activities for teaching the structure of descriptive, narrative and persuasive paragraphs

$15

Multisyllabic Word Puzzles Grades 1-5 & Secondary Remedial Classes

read the syllables and match them to form words $15


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leadership

ELL Instructional Strategies ELAEnglish Language Learner Instruc-tional Strategy Sheets are an essential, user-friendly tool that will assist every classroom teacher with effective strate-gies for English language learners.

$15

Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) Participant Binder This binder contains six components to assist administrators in becoming more effective instructional leaders and in improving the quality of student perfor-mance in schools. It is the accompany-ing material for the five-day (36 hour) ILD training, the prerequisite required for administrators seeking certification as PDAS appraisers. The binder is the required text for all participants taking the ILD training.

$50

Principals Planning GuidesThe Principal’s Planning Guides (PPGs) are designed to provide practical suggestions to issues that affect student academic performance on a campus. The subject of each guide is intended to meet the needs of Title I campuses that are in the School Improvement Program. $45

Product Name About PriceNarrative Cards individual sets of cards for students to use when answering the five “wh”

questions about a short narrative text and when thinking about multichapter narrative texts before, during, and after reading.

$25

Oral LanguageSkills encourages development of oral language through six topic-based units $25

Parent/Tutor Package expository cards, narrative cards, the doubling rule, and alphabetizing $25

Phonological Awareness Grades K-1, 1-5 ESL, Bilingual, and Resource Classes

develop students’ sensitivities to the sound structure of the language, specifically rhyming, awareness of syllables, and phonetic awareness

$25

Six Types of Syllables Level 1 Grades 1-5 and Secondary Remedial Classes

students learn and review the definition of a syllable, the six syllable types, and the sounds of the vowels in each syllable type

$35

The Doubling Rule hands-on activity that teaches students a strategy to determine whether or not to double a final consonant before adding a suffix to a word

$15

Two Syllable Word Puzzles-Level 2 Grades 1-4, and Secondary Remedial Classes

students read the syllables and match them to form words $25

indicates availability in Spanish

PRODUCTS


math

math cont

leadership cont

8th Sense Math Book 8th Sense is a tool designed to help 8th grade students be successful on the TAKS objectives in Mathematics. Strategies for all learners, activities for group or individual settings, objective assessment to review understanding, and teacher notes are included.

$95

ELL Instructional Strategies MathEnglish Language Learner Instruc-tional Strategy Sheets are an essential, user-friendly tool that will assist every classroom teacher with effective strate-gies for English language learners.

$15

Texas Response to Curriculum Focal Points (TxRCFP) (K-8)The Texas Response to Curriculum Focal Points (TxRCFP) document organizes the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) around key conceptual ideas that emphasize integration of concepts across the strands/skills and lead naturally to mathematical connections and higher-level thinking. TXRCFP can be used as a framework for improving overall mathematics instruction and achievement.

$20.00

Professional Development and Appraisal System (PDAS) Participant ManualThis manual provides the materials for the PDAS training, except for the four case studies, including the Commis-sioner’s Rules for teacher appraisals, appraisal and walkthrough forms, Appraisal Framework and Scoring Guide, and notes pages from the training. Your trainer will supply the case studies.

$50

2nd Sense Math Book2nd Sense is a tool designed to help second grade students be successful in Mathematics. Strategies for all learners, activities for group or individual settings, objective assessment to review under-standing and teacher notes are included.

$50

5th Sense Math Book Updated for STAAR. Available Fall 2011This book is designed to help 5th grade students be successful with TAKS objectives in Mathematics. Strategies for all learners, activities for group or individual settings, objective assessment to review understanding, and teacher notes are included. Available in Spanish.

$95


social studies

Social Media ToolkitThe Social Media Toolkit is designed to assist districts/schools in determining what social media outlets and process implementations are best. The toolkit will:•guideyouthroughthestepsoffiguringoutifsocialmediaisrightforyourschool/district,•assistdistricts/schoolsindefiningpurposeforusingso-cialmedia,•helpdistricts/schoolscreatesocialmediagoals,•provideinformationfor district/schools to determine which social media outlets will work best.

Starting at $10

ELL Instructional Strategies Social StudiesEnglish Language Learner Instruc-tional Strategy Sheets are an essential, user-friendly tool that will assist every classroom teacher with effective strate-gies for English language learners.

$15

Social Studies TEKS PlannerThese planners are designed to help administrators and teachers understand the changes in the Social Studies TEKS when planning a comprehensive social studies program, lessons, and delivering instruction.

Starting at $25

social media

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Paraprofessional HandbookFor those participants who attend the Region XIII Paraprofessional training, a locally developed assessment to dem-onstrate knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics which meets requirements for ensuring that all paraprofessionals are highly qualified will be administered.

Starting at $45

Neuhaus Parent/TutorDeveloped by the Neuhaus Education Center and can be used to implement a scientificallybasedreadingprogram.For more information on Neuhaus products, see page 87.

$25

Science TEKS Movement ToolThis new training tool is designed to demonstrate the movement of science TEKS among grade levels in the release of the latest science TEKS. This movement is illustrated through animation and is coded for easy visual understanding.

Starting at $5$10




PRODUCTS



special ed

Pre-K Alignment Posters Pre-K guidelines to classroom centers are an alignment poster set. This set of 7 posters aligns the major Pre-K learning centers including Dramatic Play, Manipulatives, Library, Art, Writing, Block, and Computer to all areas of the Pre-K guidelines. Each poster explains the skills that the center targets as well as open ended questions to assist adults in meaningful play interactions.

$21.00/set (not sold individually)

State Assessment Decision-Making BrochureDistrict’s can use this tool in ARD meet-ings to guide the participants in aligning a student’s present level of performance to student needs, goals and objectives, accommodations, services and state assessment decisions.

$4

Scaffolding Accommodations Accommodations are educationally appropriate and can be very effective in enabling students to access the general curriculum. These cards provide classroom teachers with specific, concrete suggestions for building cognitive strategies that will enable students to function more independently in their work and not rely as heavily on accommodations.

$35

Data DashboardThe data dashboard combines all of the major special education data sources: PBMAS, AEIS, SPP, and statewide assessment data, into a single dashboard allowing special education directors to examine current trends while providing real-time comparisons to future statewide assessment mandates. You will receive one free training onsite at Region XIII with the purchase of this product.

Starting at $2,500

Evaluation HandbookDistricts can use this tool when training and guiding evaluation personnel new to thefield,aswellasaguideforparents,teachers, and administrators.

$12

Facilitation Tips This easy-to-use booklet provides a quick reference on facilitation for school personnel, parents and advocates. The booklet: gives reminders of facilitation concepts and skills; offers facilitation tools and techniques with real-life examples; serves as a “take along” to prepare for discussions and meetings; and provides blank pages to write additional ideas and techniques.

$15


State Assessment STAAR Field Guide Bundles and/or Leader’s GuideThe STAAR Field Guides are designed to support campus (and district) leaders as they navigate the course to a new state assessment – STAAR (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness).

Campus Bundles are available in 3 different grade spans:

Elementary $500Middle School $500

High School $425Each bundle includes:•UserGuide(includesaccesscodefor

online tools and templates)•STAARFieldGuideforLeaders•Onlinetoolsandtemplates(samefor

each grade span)•STAARFieldGuidesforTeacher

(reproducible black and white masters of teacher guides for selected grade span)

STAARPRODUCTS

Be sure to visit STAAR resources for the most up to date information.

www.staartx.com

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTERThe Region XIII Professional Development Center (PDC)is committed to providing the highest quality professional learning to internal and external clients by consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations for quality and performance.

By providing quality training opportunities for personnel, and striving for improvements to Region XIII processes and systems, the PDC helps maintain a workforce that is prepared to serve all clients.

CONTACT US: [email protected]

Professional Development Support and Planning

Online Learning and Virtual Learning Consultation

Strategic Planning

Strong relationships and partnerships are central to the mission of the PDC at Region XIII.


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#504

Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;

AAcademically Unacceptable (AU)

Campus Turnaround, p. 17;Access to General Curriculum

Access to General Curriculum, p. 8; Assistive Technology, p. 11; Related Services, p. 50;

Accommodations Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Accountability Assessment and Benchmarking, p. 10; Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

AchieveTexas College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Administrator Certification Certification, p. 18;

Administrator Certified to Appraise Teachers Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and Professional Development Appraisal System (PDAS), p. 36;

Administrator development Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and Professional Development Appraisal System (PDAS), p. 36;

Adolescent Literacy Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

Advanced Academics Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9; Gifted and Talented, p. 31;

AEIS Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

Algebra readiness Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 23;

Alternative Certification Certification, p. 18;

Assessment Assessment and Benchmarking, p. 10;

Assistive Technology Assistive Technology, p. 11; Related Services, p. 50;

At-Risk Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

Autism Autism, p. 12;

AYP Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

B Behavior

Behavior Services, p. 13;Behavior Interventions

Behavior Services, p. 13;Behavior RTI

Behavior Services, p. 13;Benchmarking

Assessment and Benchmarking, p. 10;

Bilingual/ESL Bilingual/ESL, p. 14;

Blind Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

Blindness Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

Builds Consensus Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Bus Driver Bus Driver Training, p. 15;

Business Manager Business Manager Cooperative, p. 15;

C Campus Intervention Team (CIT)

Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

Campus Leadership Team Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

Campus Snapshot Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Campus Turnaround Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

Career College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Certification Certification, p. 18;

Child Nutrition Child Nutrition Programs, p. 19;

Classroom Management Behavior Services, p. 13;

Classroom Observations Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Coaching Leadership Coaching and Leadership Development Center, p. 20;

Collaboration Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), p. 46;

College College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

College Admissions College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

College and Career Readiness Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9; College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Comprehensive Needs Assessment Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Content Literacy Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

Coordinated School Health School Health, p. 53;

Co-Teaching Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Counseling College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

INDEX


Counseling Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

CSCOPE CSCOPE, p. 22;

CTE College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

CTVI Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

DData

Assessment and Benchmarking, p. 10; Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

Data Gathering Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Deaf Regional Day School Program for the Deaf, p. 49;

Discipline Behavior Services, p. 13;

District Snapshot District Snapshot, p. 25;

Drop Out College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Dysgraphia Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;

Dyslexia Dyslexia and 504, p. 26; Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;

EEarly Childhood

Early Childhood, p. 27; School Readiness Integration, p. 55;

Early Intervention Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;

Economics Social Studies, p. 58;

ELL Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9;

Email Filtering

Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

End of Course Exams College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Engagement Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Engineering T-STEM, p. 71;

EOC Mathematics, p. 41;

ESTAR Mathematics, p. 41;

Ethics College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Executive Services Executive Services, p. 28;

Executive Director Executive Services, p. 28;

FFacilitating Individual Education

Program Facilitate Individual Education Program, p. 29;

Field Service Agent Special Programs, p. 59;

Field Services Field Services, p. 28;

FIEP Facilitate Individual Education Program, p. 29;

Finance Statewide School Finance, p. 61;

Fine Motor Early Childhood, p. 27;

Firewall Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

First Time Administrator Induction Academy First Time Administrator Induction Academy, p. 30;

FSA Special Programs, p. 59;

Funding Grants Support, p. 32;

GG/T

Gifted and Talented, p. 31;Geography

Social Studies, p. 58;Gifted and Talented

Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9; Gifted and Talented, p. 31;

Government Social Studies, p. 58;

Graduation Plans and Programs College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Grants Grants Support, p. 32;

Guidance College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

HHealth Services

School Health, p. 53;History

Social Studies, p. 58;Homeless

Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

IILD PDAS

Instructional Leadership Development and Professional Development Appraisal System, p. 36;

Inclusion Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Instruction Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Instructional Aides Paraprofessional Certification Training, p. 45;

Instructional Coaching Instructional Coaching, p. 35;


Instructional Leadership Development and Professional Development Appraisal System Instructional Leadership Development and Professional Development Appraisal System, p. 36;

Instructional Technology Instructional Technology, p. 37;

Integration Instructional Technology, p. 37;

Internet Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

Intervention Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;

Intervention Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51;

intrusion detection Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

iTCCS iTCCS, p. 38;

LLanguage Arts

Early Childhood, p. 27;Leadership

College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Literacy Literacy, p. 39;

MMaster Reading Teacher

Master Reading Teacher, p. 40;

Mathematics Mathematics, p. 41; T-STEM, p. 71;

McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

Media Media Services, p. 42;

MELL Mathematics, p. 41;

Mental Health College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Mentoring TxBESS Teacher Mentoring Program, p. 72;

Middle school Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9;

Migrant Education Migrant Education, p. 42;

Military Family and Child Support College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Modifications Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

MSTAR Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9; Mathematics, p. 41;

NNeeds Assessment

Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

Network monitoring Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

Network Support Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;

New Administrators First Time Campus Administrator Induction Academy, p. 30;

New Principals First Time Campus Administrator Induction Academy, p. 30;

Notification System Options Notification Options, p. 30;44

OOngoing Administrative

Support

First Time Campus Administrator Induction Academy, p. 30;

Orientation and Mobility Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

PParaprofessionals

Paraprofessional Certification Training, p. 45;

Parents Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

PBIS Behavior Services, p. 13;

PEIMS PEIMS, p. 46;

Perception Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Planning Data and Accountability Services, p. 23;

PLCs Professional Learning Communities, p. 46;

Positive Behavior Behavior Services, p. 13;

PPCD Early Childhood, p. 27;

Pre-Kindergarten Early Childhood, p. 27; School Readiness Integration, p. 55;

Preschool Early Childhood, p. 27;

Professional Learning Communities Professional Learning Communities, p. 46;

Progress Monitoring Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51;

Project-Based Learning TSTEM, p. 71;

Purchasing Purchasing Cooperative, p. 48;

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RReading

Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;Reading

Literacy, p. 39;Reading Disabilities

Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;

Reading Interventionist Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;

Reading Specialist Master Reading Teacher (MRT), p. 40; Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;

Redesign Texas Secondary School Redesign and Restructuring Program, p. 68;

Related Services Related Services: Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy, p. 50;

Resource Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Response to Intervention Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51;

RtI Dyslexia and 504, p. 26; Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51; Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

RtI Implementation Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51;

RtI Interventionist Master Reading Teacher (MRT), p. 40;

SSafe and Drug Free

College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

School Board Training School Board Training, p. 52;

School Health School Health, p. 53;

School Improvement Campus Snapshot, p. 16; School Improvement Resource Center, p. 54;

School Improvement Plan Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

School Improvement Resource Center School Improvement Resource Center, p. 54;

School Readiness Integration School Readiness Integration, p. 55;

Science Science, p. 56; TSTEM, p. 71;

Science Materials Science Materials, p. 56;

Screening Certification School Health, p. 53;

Secondary Schools Texas High Schools That Work and Making Middle Grades Work, p. 67;

Secondary Transition Secondary Transition, p. 57;

Section 504 Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;

SIM Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

SIRC School Improvement Resource Center, p. 54;

SLP Speech Language Pathology, p. 60;

Social Studies Social Studies, p. 58;

Social Work College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Special Education Access to General Curriculum, p. 8; Assistive Technology, p. 11; Autism, p. 12; Facilitating Individual

Education Program, p. 29; Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD), p. 47; Related Services: Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy, p. 50; Speech Language Pathology, p. 60; Student Evaluation, p. 63; Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

Special Programs Special Programs, p. 59;

Speech Language Pathology Speech Language Pathology, p. 60;

Speech Therapy Speech Language Pathology, p. 60;

STaR Chart Instructional Technology, p. 37;

State Accountability Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

State Compensatory Education Cooperative State Compensatory Education Cooperative, p. 61;

Statewide School Finance Statewide School Finance, p. 61;

STAAR STAAR Resources, p. 81;

STEM TSTEM, p. 71;

Stimulus Grants Support, p. 32;

Strategic Instruction Model Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

Strategies Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

Student Evaluation Student Evaluation, p. 63;

Student Support Teams Response to Intervention (RtI), p. 51;


Student Voice Campus Snapshot, p. 16;

Substance Abuse College and Career Readiness, p. 21;

Substitute Teachers Substitute Teacher Support, p. 64;

TTA TEKS

Instructional Technology, p. 37;

TAKS-Accommodated Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

TAKS-M Access to General Curriculum, p. 8;

TALA Advanced Academic Programs and Special Projects, p. 9;

Teacher Appraisal by Administrators Instructional Leadership Development (ILD) and Professional Development Appraisal System (PDAS), p. 36;

Teacher Certification Certification, p. 18;

Teacher Mentoring TxBESS Teacher Mentoring Program, p. 72;

Teachers Master Reading Teacher (MRT), p. 40; Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;

Technical Assistance Team (TAT) Campus Turnaround, p. 17;

Technology Instructional Technology, p. 37; TSTEM, p. 71;

TEKS Mathematics, p. 41;

Test Coordinators Assessment and Benchmarking, p. 10;

TETN Texas Education Telecommunications Network, p. 65;

Texas Education Network Texas Education Network, p. 64;

Texas Education Telecommunications Network Texas Education Telecommunications Network, p. 65;

Texas Enterprise Information System (TXEIS) Texas Enterprise Information System, p. 66;

Texas High Schools That Work and Making Middle Grades Work Texas High Schools That Work and Making Middle Grades Work, p. 67;

Texas Secondary School Redesign and Restructuring Program Texas Secondary School Redesign and Restructuring Program, p. 68;

Texas Turnaround Center Texas Turnaround Center, p. 69;

Tier 1 Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

Tier 2 Strategic Instruction Model, p. 62;

Tier II Interventionists Master Reading Teacher (MRT), p. 40;

Title I Cooperative Services Title I Cooperative Services, p. 70;

Title II Part D Instructional Technology, p. 37;

TMSDS Mathematics, p. 41;

Transition Secondary Transition/Post-School Outcomes, p. 57;

Troops to Teachers Troops to Teachers, p. 70;

TSTEM TSTEM, p. 71;

TVI Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

TxBESS Teacher Mentoring Program Texas Teacher Mentoring Program, p. 72;

TXED Texas Education Network, p. 64;

UUnaccompanied Youth

Homeless Education Program, p. 33;

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VVideo Conferencing Connection

Video Conferencing Connection, p. 73;Video on Demand

Media Services, p. 42;Visual Impairments

Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;Visually Impaired

Visual Impairments/Orientation and Mobility, p. 74;

WWeb Filtering

Texas Education Network (TXED), p. 64;Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification

Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certification, p. 75;Writing

Dyslexia and 504, p. 26;Writing

Literacy, p. 39;


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