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Region 10 TX Assessment and Accountability Info: 5/15/23
TEA Performance Reporting A–F Refresh Deep Dive Webinar
Please join the Performance Reporting Division for an Accountability Deep Dive on May 23rd, 9:00am.
In this 90-minute webinar, we will review the details of the proposed 2023 A–F Accountability Refresh changes. This will provide a more technical deep dive into the Student Achievement, School Progress, and Closing the Gaps domains in the refreshed 2023 A–F academic accountability system.
Register in advance for this webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QN_Sr321QXCwhxggFLwDGg
What's in this issue: Performance Reporting A-F Deep Dive Webinar, STAAR Parent Resources, Becoming the Unforgettable Principal Workshop, Region 10 Summer Roadshows, R10 and 11 Assessment Conference Save the Date, Texas Assessment Conference (TAC)- Save the Date
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❓ R10 Most Asked Questions ❓
❓ As you are getting results, where can you find more information?
❓ What are the June testing dates?
❓ Where can I find information about the individual graduation committees (IGC) process?
Contact : The Texas Education Agency Curriculum Division
Telephone: 512-463-9581
Email: curriculum@tea.texas.gov
Website: https://tea.texas.gov/academics
❓ If you have questions about:
- preliminary and final assessment results
- student report cards
- progress measures
- item analysis
- conversion tables
- state and federal accountability
Contact: The Texas Education Agency Performance Reporting Division
Telephone: 512-463-9704
Email: performance.reporting@tea.texas.gov
Website: https://tea.texas.gov/perfreport/
Participation counts can impact Domain 3 Closing the Gaps Academic Achievement component. Should the participation status for the all students group or any student group fall below 95 percent, rounded to the whole number, the denominator used for calculating the Closing the Gaps Academic Achievement component is adjusted to include the necessary number of assessments to meet the 95 percent threshold.
❓ Who should have TEAL Accountability Access?
Texas Education Agency (state.tx.us)
The TEA Login Application Help link outlines roles in obtaining access.
❓ Will there be a stand-alone STAAR field test next year?
A stand-alone field test for STAAR is scheduled for February 5- 9, 2024. More information regarding the stand-alone field test will be provided later this year.
Field Tested Subjects: 3-8 RLA, Eng. I and Eng. II
The gradated points methodology uses 0-4 points to provide further differentiation for groups demonstrating growth but not yet achieving target performance. It also allows 4 points for those achieving the long-term 2037- 2038 target.
❓ What are the sunsetting limits for CCMR?
The January Updates to Preliminary A–F Framework describes limiting the percentage of graduates who only meet CCMR criteria via a sunsetting IBC to five graduates, or
20 percent, of graduates, whichever is higher. Does this mean a 20 percent cap on the total sunsetting IBCs earned?
The agency proposes limiting the percentage of graduates who only meet CCMR criteria via a sunsetting IBCs to five graduates or 20 percent of the total annual graduates, whichever is higher.
Example: Texas High School has 200 annual graduates. 50 graduates earned ONLY a sunsetting IBC as their CCMR credit. With the limit, Texas High School would receive credit for 40 of these graduates (20 percent of the total annual graduates), and ten of these graduates would not generate CCMR credit. This limit would be applied within Student Achievement and School Progress, Part B: Relative Performance and would not be applied within Closing the Gaps.
2019-22 Industry-Based Certification List for Public School Accountability Sunsetting (PDF)
❓ Where can I find my past CCMR Verifier information?
TEA provides a final VERIFIER file as the LISTING file a few weeks after the Verifier window has closed in TEAL Accountability.
❓ When does the next CCMR verifier come out?
May 24: College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Verifier Corrections Window
❓ What is TPRS? Is it the same as TAPR?
The Texas Performance Reporting System (TPRS) integrates state and federal reporting requirements into a single reporting system that can be viewed at the campus, district, region, and state level. As the most comprehensive reporting system published by TEA, TPRS provides additional performance reports, results, and indicators for student groups not previously reported on state accountability data tables, the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR), or the School Report Card. TPRS is the enhanced online version of TAPR. It has been recently updated with Remote vs. In-Person Data. TEAL Accountability application will show you unmasked data.
The TPRS Glossary provides definitions, describes methodologies, and lists sources for each tab in the TPRS system.
❓ Who can make changes to AskTED?
The TED Administrator, you can find out who this is on AskTED. Search by District, Personnel, Include Other District Roles, TED Administrator.
👉 Charter Schools should use the New All In One Charter Information Form to make AskTED requests.
Educator Committee Recruitment
TEA is looking for educators to attend committees this summer to review items that are being developed for the Texas Assessment Program. Educators who are actively teaching are especially needed. Additional information, as well as a link to the application form, is available on the Texas Educator Committees page of the Texas Assessment website. All interested educators should apply and selected educators will receive a meeting invitation via email.
For questions or assistance regarding the information in this communication, contact Texas Testing Support at 833-601-8821, TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com, or TexasAssessment.gov via live chat.
✍ Assessment and Accountability Webinar Sessions
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✍ Texas Assessment Conference 2023 SAVE THE DATE November 6-8 Kalahari Resort &Convention Center, Round Rock, TX
✍ 5th Annual Region 10 and 11 Assessment Conference SAVE THE DATE January 17, 2024
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ACCOUNTABILITY Spotlight
This Week in Performance Reporting May 12
What’s New in Performance Reporting
A–F Accountability
For questions or assistance regarding the information in this section, contact Performance Reporting Division at 512-463-9704 or performance.reporting@TEA.Texas.gov
A–F Refresh Deep Dive Webinar
Please join the Performance Reporting Division for an Accountability Deep Dive on May 23rd, 9:00am.
In this 90-minute webinar, we will review the details of the proposed 2023 A–F Accountability Refresh changes. This will provide a more technical deep dive into the Student Achievement, School Progress, and Closing the Gaps domains in the refreshed 2023 A–F academic accountability system.
Register in advance for this webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QN_Sr321QXCwhxggFLwDGg
We are Hiring!
The Performance Reporting division is hiring a Policy and Communications Director to engage and collaborate with stakeholders on state and federal accountability systems. The Director will support the continuous improvement of the state accountability system, oversee special projects that develop and evaluate potential revisions or additions to the system, and review and interpret policy related to the state and federal academic accountability rating and reporting systems. The leadership of this individual will directly contribute to the academic achievement of over 1,200 districts and 5.5 million Texas students. We are looking for a leader who is a highly effective communicator and collaborator who can drive results. The application is available here; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
CCMR Verifier
The College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Verifier will be available in the TEA Login (TEAL) Accountability application from Thursday, May 24 to June 21. The CCMR Verifier provides districts an opportunity to verify the accuracy of their CCMR data and, if needed, submit official documentation to correct data. CCMR indicators determined by TSDS PEIMS submissions are not eligible for corrections, and therefore, will not be shown. The CCMR Verifier will contain data for 2021-22 annual graduates and non-graduating 12th graders.
FAQ
Where can I find information on how my campus will account for military enrollment for my 2023 graduates?
A TAA was sent on September 8, 2022 regarding a DD Form 4: CCMR Credit for Military Enlistment, Beginning with 2023 Graduates | Texas Education Agency.
The submission window for 2023 annual graduates will occur in spring 2024. Districts will submit the completed DD Form 4 via a secure upload process through the TEAL Accountability application. The process will be similar to the CCMR Verifier system.
Assessment Scoring and Reporting
For questions or assistance regarding the information in this communication, contact Texas Testing Support at 833-601-8821, TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com, or TexasAssessment.gov via live chat. Dates available in the Calendar of Events.
2023 STAAR Alternate 2 Administration
Early Student Results
Early student results from the 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) Alternate 2 administration were available in the Centralized Reporting System (CRS) for district testing coordinators beginning May 9, 2023. An early data file will be posted to the district coordinator’s secure inbox in the Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) on this same date. Early student results from this administration will be available in CRS for other authorized users, including teachers with rosters, beginning May 12. District personnel can use these early results to review students’ performance for making local decisions. These early results are for student-level information not district or campus accountability reporting.
SPRING 2023 STAAR Administation
Returning Paper Test Materials
The deadline for districts to ship all paper test materials to Pearson for the spring 2023 STAAR administration is May 26. All materials should be returned in the same boxes in which they were received using the return labels included in the shipment. Refer to the Coordinator Resources for instructions on preparing materials for return. To schedule a pickup online, follow the How to Schedule an Assessment Material Pickup with UPS instructions, available as a PDF under the Organize Boxes for Pickup topic of the Coordinator Resources.
June 2023 STAAR Administration
District personnel must register out-of-school (OOS) and out-of-district (OOD) examinees for the June 2023 STAAR administration between May 15 and May 19, 2023. The STAAR OOS and OOD Examinee Registration Form will be available on the Texas Assessment website under Other Testing Resources.
Performance Reporting Calendar
Late May: CCMR Verifier (2022 Graduates) Corrections Window Opens (5/24)
Late May: Preliminary 2023 Accountability Manual Release and Public Comment Period Opens (5/19); What If Report (TEAL) Release (5/31); A–F Refresh Communications Resources (5/31)
Early June: 2023 A–F Estimator (TEAL) Release
July: CCMR Tracker (Part 2) Release (2022-23 grade 9-12 students)
Summer: 2023 A–F Refresh Parent Resources, Explanatory Materials, Videos Released
August 2023: Final 2023 Accountability Manual (All Chapters and Appendices) Released
Late September 2023: 2023 Accountability Ratings Published (TEAL and TXschools.gov); 2022 What If Ratings Published (TXschools.gov)
Late September 2023: Accountability Appeals Registration Window Opens
Fall 2023: Results Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration Taskforce Meeting
ASSESSMENT Spotlight
Upcoming Texas Assessment Program Activities May 15
SPRING 2023 STAAR ADMINISTRATION
- Early Student Results
Early student results for the spring 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) administration will be available in the Central Reporting System (CRS) for district testing coordinators beginning May 22, 2023. An early data file will be posted to the district coordinator’s secure inbox in the Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) on this same date. Early student results from this administration will be available in CRS for other authorized users, including teachers with rosters, beginning May 25. District personnel can use these early results to review students’ performance for making local decisions. These early results are for student-level information not district or campus accountability reporting.
- Data Corrections
The data correction window for STAAR end-of-course (EOC) assessments is May 23–30. Districts must resolve student information and test discrepancies and may submit score code changes during this window. Changes submitted during the data correction window will be reflected in the final assessment reports for accountability to be provided on August 8 for STAAR EOC assessments. Any updates made after the data correction window will be included in scheduled updates but will not be reflected in final assessment reports for accountability.
- Returning Paper Test Materials
As a reminder, the deadline for districts to ship all paper test materials to Pearson for the spring 2023 STAAR administration is May 26, 2023. All materials should be returned in the same boxes in which they were received using the return labels included in the shipment. Refer to the District and Campus Coordinator Resources for instructions on preparing materials for return.
JUNE 2023 STAAR ADMINISTRATION
- Extension of OOS and OOD Examinee Registration
The timeline for out-of-school (OOS) and out-of-district (OOD) examinees to register for the June STAAR administration has been extended until May 26, 2023. Districts must register OOS and OOD examinees between May 15 and May 26. Refer to the Texas Assessment website Other Testing Resources for the STAAR OOS and OOD Examinee Registration Form.
- System Checks
District technology staff can begin performing system checks on testing devices for the June 2023 STAAR administration beginning May 22. Any updates or patches applied to operating systems or software necessary for online testing require additional system checks. Technology changes, including the application of software patches, should not be made during a test administration. District coordinators and technology staff should use the available resources and complete the tasks listed on the System Checks page in the District and Campus Coordinator Resources.
For questions or assistance regarding the information in this communication, contact Texas Testing Support at 833-601-8821, TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com, or TexasAssessment.gov via live chat.
One-pager about STAAR
One-pager about STAAR Reporting Timeline
CCMR Spotlight
CCMR Verifier Open May 24- June 21
The CCMR Verifier provides districts an opportunity to verify the accuracy of their CCMR data and, if needed, submit official documentation to correct data. CCMR indicators determined by TSDS PEIMS submissions are not eligible for corrections, and therefore, will not be shown. The CCMR Verifier will contain data for 2021-2022 annual graduates and non-graduating 12th graders.
CCMR Tracker Stage 1: Released March 31
CCMR Tracker (Part 2) Release (2022-23 grade 9-12 students)- July
Stage 1: March 31
- CCMR indicators submitted via PEIMS through the 2021–22 school year
- OnRamps and TSIA results through 2021–22 school year
- SAT, ACT, AP, IB and level I/II certificate results through the 2020–21 school year
Stage 2: July 2023
SAT, ACT, AP, IB and level I/II certificates updated through 2021-22 school year
Background
The CCMR Tracker is a tracking tool within the TEA Login (TEAL) Accountability application. This tool provides districts with an early preview of CCMR status for students who are in grades 9–12 during the 2022–23 school year. The CCMR Tracker contains lagging data as is detailed in the chart below. While the Tracker contains students who were in grades 9–12 on the 2022–23 PEIMS snapshot, the 2023 version does not contain results from school year 2022–23 as those data have yet to be reported.
Indicators are credited if earned within date ranges provided below for students beginning with grade 9 enrollment. TSI assessments are the only CCMR indicator that may be earned prior to grade 9. Indicators reported upon graduation (IEP and workforce readiness graduates and special education graduate with advanced diploma plan) do not appear in the Tracker.
Action
Corrections cannot be submitted to TEA; this report is for informational purposes only. If districts find errors, they are encouraged to work with testing vendors to make corrections prior to the student’s graduation. TSDS PEIMS data are final and cannot be corrected.
The 2023 CCMR Verifier, which will provide districts an opportunity to verify CCMR data given to the agency by outside testing entities for 2021–22 annual graduates and non-graduating 12th graders, will be released in the TEAL Accountability application in July.
If you have questions about the Tracker, please contact the Performance Reporting Division at (512) 463-9704 or performance.reporting@tea.texas.gov.
Military Ready DD Form 4
The securely uploaded DD Form 4 document will be the only form of documentation accepted to document military enlistment for CCMR credit and will only be accepted via the process outlined above. If a district cannot obtain the DD Form 4 or does not upload the form during the official submission process, military enlistment credit will not be awarded. A DD4 form is attached below.
From Region 10 Counselors
From R10 Counselors
TX Model Training for Administrators PPT linked below (we’re not permitted to send as an editable deck), so feel free to use it with your administrators, as needed. You are welcome to present it as is or incorporate into your district’s mandatory training. As a reminder, TEC §21.054 (as well as TEC §33.005 and §33.006), present an opportunity for SCs and administrators to work together to identify appropriate school counselor duties so students receive optimal support.
Supporting Students Behavior
When people ask me what I wished I had learned more about in school, my answer is easy… behavior. So much of my time has been spent supporting student behavior, but I feel like I didn't know much about it before I went into the field. It was definitely trial by fire. And while I definitely don't know everything about child behavior, I did want to share some resources that I think you'll find helpful! -Counselor Chelsey
✨Free Resources✨
TX Model Training for Administrators PPT (we’re not permitted to send as an editable deck), so feel free to use it with your administrators, as needed. You are welcome to present it as is or incorporate into your district’s mandatory training. As a reminder, TEC §21.054 (as well as TEC §33.005 and §33.006), present an opportunity for SCs and administrators to work together to identify appropriate school counselor duties so students receive optimal support.
The Region 10 Counseling Department has organized two virtual opportunities for Administrators to learn and collaborate directly with TEA’s Program Manager, Stephanie Learner about the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs (CSCPs).
This one hour, virtual lunch and learn is specifically designed for Administrators with three main objectives:
- Understand the role of CSCPs in the school environment
- Collaborate with other educators in how to implement a CSCP
- Explore and identify resources available
As a reminder, Texas Education Code §21.054 on continuing education indicates that continuing education requirements for a principal include instruction regarding effective implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program under Section 33.005, which indicates:
A school counselor shall work with the school faculty and staff, students, parents, and the community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program that conforms to the most recent edition of the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs developed by the Texas Counseling Association.
Two Virtual Opportunities Available:
Tuesday, May 23rd
12:00-1:30 P.M.
Session ID: 2652377
Tuesday, August 1st
12:00-1:30 P.M.
Session ID: 2652373
The session will be recorded for those registered. For more information, contact susan.delarosa@region10.org or nickisha.fowler@region10.org
ADVANCED ACADEMICS Spotlight
❓ Where can I find resources related to the College, Career, and Military Readiness component?
The Performance Reporting Resources webpage has a tab dedicated to College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) resources. Visit this tab under the Frequently Asked Questions Documents section to learn more about CCMR data sources and how CCMR in accountability and the CCMR Outcomes Bonus differ. You may also view related webinar recordings under the Webinar Recordings section.
CTE Spotlight
For specific CCMR related questions contact:
Jennifer Gunn, Advanced Academics jennifer.Gunn@region10.org
Julie Anderson, CTE julie.anderson@region10.org
Texas Education Rule Filings May 12
Proposed New Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Occupational Safety and Health in 19 TAC Chapter 127, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Career Development and Career and Technical Education, Subchapter B, High School
Summary: The proposed new sections would provide two options for Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in workplace safety and health. One option would establish a one-credit standalone high school course and a second option would establish a set of standards to be imbedded within each career and technical education principles course. The SBOE is soliciting feedback on the two options to inform a final decision for its approach to occupational health and safety standards.
First Reading and Filing Authorization: April 2023 SBOE meeting
Public Comment Period: May 12, 2023-5:00 p.m. on June 16, 2023. The SBOE will take registered oral and written comments on the proposal at the appropriate committee meeting in June 2023 in accordance with the SBOE board operating policies and procedures. A form for submitting public comments on proposed SBOE rules is available on the proposed SBOE rules web page.
Proposed Effective Date: August 1, 2023
Proposed Repeal of 19 TAC Chapter 127, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Career Development and Career and Technical Education, Subchapter I, Health Science, §127.411; Subchapter M, Law and Public Service, §127.633; and Subchapter O, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, §§127.744, 127.756, 127.757, 127.765, 127.769, and 127.770
Summary: The proposed repeals would remove the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for eight career and technical education courses that will be superseded by 19 TAC §§127.428, 127.652, 127.778, 127.779, 127.780, 127.792, 127.793, and 127.794 beginning with the 2023-2024 school year.
First Reading and Filing Authorization: April 2023 SBOE meeting
Public Comment Period: May 12, 2023-5:00 p.m. on June 16, 2023. The SBOE will take registered oral and written comments on the proposal at the appropriate committee meeting in June 2023 in accordance with the SBOE board operating policies and procedures. A form for submitting public comments on proposed SBOE rules is available on the proposed SBOE rules web page.
Proposed Effective Date: 20 days after filing as adopted with the Texas Register
Please see the TEA website to view proposed State Board of Education rules.
Commissioner of Education Rules
The following Texas Administrative Code (TAC) rule action was filed with the Texas Register for publication in the May 12, 2023 issue.
Adopted New 19 TAC Chapter 61, School Districts, Subchapter GG, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Counseling Public School Students, §61.1073, Annual Assessment of School District Compliance
Summary: The adopted new rule implements the statutory requirement for school districts to annually assess compliance with the district policy requiring a school counselor to spend at least 80% of the school counselor's total work time on duties that are components of a counseling program as required by Senate Bill 179, 87th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2021.The new section was adopted with changes since published as proposed.
Effective Date: May 21, 2023
Please see the TEA website to view adopted commissioner of education rules.
Commissioner of Education Rule Review
The following Texas Administrative Code (TAC) rule review notice was filed with the Texas Register for publication in the May 12, 2023 issue. To view the notice in the Texas Register, go to the Secretary of State website.
Adopted Rule Review of 19 TAC Chapter 153, School District Personnel, Subchapter AA, Commissioner's Rules Concerning School District Personnel Duties and Benefits; Subchapter BB, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Professional Development; Subchapter CC, Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service; Subchapter DD, Criminal History Record Information Review; and Subchapter EE, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Registry of Persons Not Eligible for Employment in Public Schools
Summary: TEA finds that the reasons for adopting Subchapter AA; Subchapter BB, §153.1011; and Subchapters CC-EE continue to exist and readopts the rules. TEA finds that the reasons for adopting Subchapter BB, §153.1013, do not continue to exist. TEA received no comments related to the review. No changes to Chapter 153, Subchapter AA; Subchapter BB, §153.1011; or Subchapters CC-EE, are necessary as a result of the review. At a later date, TEA anticipates repealing §153.1013 as the statutory authority no longer exists.
Publication in the Texas Register: May 12, 2023
Please see the TEA website to view commissioner of education rule reviews.
Unforeseen circumstances may delay publication of the agency rules in the Texas Register. The Rules website will be updated to reflect any changes.
Please contact us if you have any questions. Thank you.
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