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As part of our services to the regional campuses, Region 10's Division of Instruction is offering a continuing resource that offers up to date information on Legislation, Techniques and Technology as they relate to the ever increasing responsibilities of people in the field of Education. Resources include Webinars, Documents, PowerPoint Presentations, as well as additional multimedia resources such as our new "Principals' Panel", where each month a different video is featured that discusses a critical topic for principals.
Dr. Sandy Maddox
Deputy Executive Director
Region 10 Education Service Center
(972)348-1008
May 2012
Student Suicide, Prevention, Intervention and Postvention
This month's session presents Dr. Scott Poland, a nationally certified school psychologist, who has recently worked with schools within Region 10. He identifies resources administrators can utilize to prepare staff, and use in case of a situation on their campuses; and provides advice for establishing safe environments on their campuses. Gatekeeper training sessions administrators may access for their campuses to comply with the requirements of House Bill 1386 to have trained and knowledgeable staff regarding suicide prevention are also provided. For more information after viewing this clip, you can contact one the the following people:
Chris Kanouse, Program Director for School Support and Educator Certification (972-348-1680)
Kim Simmons, Consultant for Counselor Support (972-348-1528)
April 2012
Kindergarten Readiness System and Pre-K Centers of Excellence
The new Kindergarten Readiness System (KRS) is now open and accepting applications from LEAs, licensed child care centers, and Head Start programs as the first step in the process to be considered for designation as a PreK Center of Excellence. This discussion provides an overview of the process and how to access assistance for completion of the application. For more information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
LeAnn Kite Hampton, Director Preschool Services (972-348-1600)
Ginger Williford, School Readiness Integration Consultant (972-348-1596)
March 2012
Graduation Options for Students with Disabilities
This session presents the importance of understanding and aligning all aspects of the IEP with the various graduation options for students with disabilities.
For more information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
Rosemary Manges, Special Populations Consultant (972-348-1770)
Cindy Pierce, Transition and Paraprofessional Consultant (972-348-1436)
February 2012
Principles for Principals: Instructional Readiness Checklist
Principals can use this information to guide their efforts to monitor instructional and assessment practices in the transition to the new STAAR program. The document is based on released items and the information provided by TEA.
January 2012
Early Warning Data System: Drop Out Prevention Tool
This discussion focuses on the Early Warning Data System Tool and how it tracks research-based indicators related to high school dropout and automatically flags students who are below the benchmarks leading to graduation. Additionally, this EWDS tool tracks students 's progress during the intervention period and for the remainder of the year. This tool can be used at all grade levels for at-risk students.
For more information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
Cindy Pierce, Transition and Paraprofessional Consultant (972-348-1436) or Natosha Scott, School Improvement Consultant (972-348-1398)
November 2011
The panel discussion focuses on a comprehensive Professional Action Plan and process to use in order to positively impact teacher skill development and therefore increase success for students. The template includes identifying the reason and purpose, measurable learning objectives, supportive activities and the success criteria and is available for use by campus administrators. For more information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
Susie West, TPC Program Coordinator, 972-348-1692 and Ramona Oats, TPC Team Leader, 972-348-1532
October 2011
The panel discussion focuses on bullying in public schools and the recent legislation regarding this topic. There are some very specific things that a principal can do to involve all stakeholders in bully prevention. For more information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
Cynthia Small (972)348-1296; Kim Simmons (972)348-1528; Linda Tinsley (972)348-1380
September 2011
The panel discusses changes in PEIMS reporting that principals need to know. The discussion centers on changes in PEIMS relative to Dual Credit, Leavers, Classroom Link, and Preschool Program and Children with Disabilities. We feel that many costly mistakes can be avoided if principals know about the changes rather than just those who input the data. For further information after viewing the clip, you can contact one of the following people:
Candy Long (972)348-1260; LeAnn Kite (972)348-1600; Gloria Key (972)348-1536.
May 2012
The panel discussed STAAR and accountability changes.
These videos are available to you just by clicking on the "View this Resource" link.
This online community is provided for Region 10 Curriculum Directors. Members enjoy the ability to collaborate with their counterparts in other districts, to review documents discussed during regular meetings, and to stay up-to-date on the latest changes affecting Texas schools.