School Improvement
School Improvement works in partnership with local education agencies, provides data-driven, customized support for teaching and learning to assist in meeting state and federal accountability standards and graduate all students college and career ready.
We support district and campus leaders as they implement the Effective Schools Framework (ESF), implement state and federally required accountability interventions and engage in continuous school improvement.
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Services
- General Services
- Effective Schools Framework
- Instructional Leadership Coaching
- Federal Programs Support
- District Coordinator of School Improvement (DCSI) Academy
- Transformational Leadership Academy
- Accountability Overview Training
- Boss vs Leader
- The Power of Mission
- Data Analysis & Corrective Planning
- Culture as the Primary Driver for Student Achievement
General Services
Accountability Interventions
Guidance and resources specific to campuses that have chosen to engage in interventions, support, and funding with the TEA School Improvement Division through the ESF-Focused Support Grant or the Title I, 1003 School Improvement Grant.
Customized Support
Training, guidance and coaching for district and campus leaders in ESF-aligned school improvement strategies by district request.
Required Trainings
Annual Effective Schools Framework (ESF) Overview and Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP) Development trainings in August and September for school leaders that are required to attend as part of state and/or federally required accountability interventions.
Technical Assistance
Guidance and feedback throughout the year to campus leadership teams as they submit Targeted Improvement Plans (TIPs) and progress updates to TEA.
Effective Schools Framework
We enhance the quality of education in low-performing schools, aligning with the state’s objective to foster excellence for all students through the use of the Effective Schools Framework.
This is achieved through a comprehensive approach that involves reviewing, evaluating, monitoring, and intervening at the campus level. The Effective Schools Team’s key responsibilities encompass monitoring and implementing interventions related to state and federal accountability standards.
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Instructional Leadership Coaching
Through our Texas Instructional Leadership program, we offer personalized coaching and professional development opportunities designed to enhance instructional effectiveness and student learning outcomes. Our team of experienced instructional coaches collaborates closely with educators to identify goals, implement evidence-based strategies, and provide ongoing feedback and support.
With a focus on fostering a culture of continuous improvement, we strive to cultivate reflective practitioners who are equipped to meet the diverse needs of their students and drive positive change in their schools and communities.
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Federal Programs Support
We focus on providing the latest State and Federal legislative updates and information. Districts, charter systems and schools are evaluated under State and Federal accountability provisions.
Under the current State of Texas Accountability System, State and Federal Accountability are now unified under one unified system, comprised of domains that measure achievement, progress, and performance of student populations in the areas of math, reading, progress, and graduation.
Differentiated intervention support is provided for schools that are determined to be Targeted, Additional Targeted, or Comprehensive Support Campuses.
Support includes:
- ESSA Consolidated Application training and support
- Directors' meetings
- Training
- Technical assistance
- Support for the covered programs of Title I, Part A; Title II, Part A; Supplement Not Supplant; Title I, Part D, Subpart 2; Title V, Part B Rural Low Income; Random Validations, Campus and District Improvement Plans; ESSER; and Foster Care.
District Coordinator of School Improvement (DCSI) Academy
Transformational Leadership Academy
This academy is for Principals and Assistant Principals with the goal of developing leaders and transforming schools. Through learning strategies and protocols, participants develop practical, action- focused planning for diagnosing school needs and implementing structures, systems and practices that accelerate student achievement. This helps prepare our next generation of Principals and District Leaders to improve student outcomes.
Accountability Overview Training
This one-day review session provides opportunities for learning and engaged participation with the A-F Accountability System. Participants walk away from this session with a greater understanding of the A-F Domain Framework and how schools will be measured in preparation for the accountability ratings release.
Boss vs Leader
The Power of Mission
This training is for campus teams who are wanting to revise/revisit or begin the process of creating their school’s mission and vision. Positive school culture requires a compelling and aligned vision and mission. Staff members are able to share a common understanding of the mission and values in practice and explain how they are present in the daily life of the school.
Data Analysis & Corrective Planning
Anchoring on the research of Transformational Leadership and Effective Schools Frameworks, campus Leaders will make the connection between interim assessment data and instructional improvement. Participants disaggregate data, analyze distractors
and misconceptions, and learn effective strategies for leading Teacher teams in a system for corrective instruction using detailed action plans.
Culture as the Primary Driver for Student Achievement
Culture as the Primary Driver for Student Achievement is for campus leadership teams. Participants engage with the best practices found within the Transformational Leadership Framework, conduct a self-assessment to determine strengths and gaps in the area of school culture, and learn best practices to help strengthen a positive school culture. Topics include: Support Adult- Student Relationships, Social-Emotional Learning Skills & Supports, Creating a System for Behavioral Expectations, Student Voice, and Family and Community Engagement.