DEAL

1. Fill out the information request form if you are unfamiliar with DEAL and are interested in learning more. You may also review DEAL 101 Handout here.
2. Have a district representative email the DEAL Executive Administrator (dealassessment@gmail.com) to request your assessment date prior to registration.
3. Register and pay for DEAL on the TDEA website
   *Registration is typically available between September - November each year, and payment is due mid-January.
4. Obtain payment and transportation with your campus or district.
   
5. Customize the Parent Letter & Student Letter to your needs.
   
6. Review all of the materials in the links below to prepare you and your students and practice for the Assessment.
   
7. Use the Participating Teacher Checklist to help you prepare for your DEAL Assessment.
   
8. Choose 12-20 students to participate and prepare them in 2 rows. (Dance 1 or MS)
9. Communicate any needs regarding scheduling or other items to your Coordinator or the DEAL Executive Administrator.
10. If you are also Hosting the Assessment, please see additional information and facility needs and requirements for the day.
11. Be familiar with the timing for sections 1 & 2: 15 minutes for High School and 20 minutes for Middle School

To contact the DEAL Executive Administrator, please email Sara Kercho: dealassessment@gmail.com

Email: dealassessment@gmail.com
Website: http://www.tdea.org/deal
Location: PO Box 74, Houston, TX 77001
Phone: 000-000-0000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tdea1
Twitter: @tdeadancers