Monday Matters
Region 10 TX Assessment and Accountability Info: 4/17/23
The First Testing Window Opens Tuesday, April 18
Need Help?
❓ Where can you find some quick answers?
Check out the Frequently Asked Questions section in the DCCR (District Campus Coordinator Resource)
❓ Who do I contact if I have questions?
Questions about:
- Texas Assessment Program
- testing policies and rules
- designated supports
- testing irregularities
Contact: The Texas Education Agency Student Assessment Division
Telephone: 512-463-9536
Help Desk: Student Assessment Help Desk
Website: http://tea.texas.gov/student.assessment/
Question about:
- accessing TIDE
- student information updates
- additional orders
- shipping information
- score code corrections
- secure browser technical assistance
Contact: Cambium Texas Testing Support
Telephone: 833-601-8821
Email: TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com
Website: http://TexasAssessment.gov
Live chat: https://www.texasassessment.gov/contact.html
Questions about :
- TEKS
- course requirements
- graduation requirements
- individual graduation committees
Contact : The Texas Education Agency Curriculum Division
Telephone: 512-463-9581
Email: curriculum@tea.texas.gov
Website: https://tea.texas.gov/academics
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/
❓ What do you do when a student arrives at school without prescribed eyeglasses and need a large-print test booklet, or a student may have a broken arm and need responses to constructed response items transcribed?
Accommodations in Unexpected or Emergency Situations
❓ If students are testing on paper, how do I prepare them for the new item types?
❓ Are you looking for manuals you may need for testing?
STAAR Test Administrator Manual
STAAR Paper Test Administration Information
STAAR Alternate 2 Test Administrator Manual
STAAR Accessibility Educator Guide
STAAR Oral and Signed Administrations Educator Guide
STAAR Alternate 2 Educator Guide
❓ Do you need System User Guides during testing?
What's in this issue: Quick Help and References for Current Testing Window, Educator Committee Recruitment, Region 10 Summer Roadshows, R10 and 11 Assessment Conference Save the Date, 2021 Snapshot Report
Most Popular Current Links:
Our Top Readers from Last Week
Shunta Jackson- Lancaster ISD
Lakeisha Smith- Dallas ISD
Lisa Clark -Arlington ISD
Diana Lara- Golden Charter
Mary Kennington- Coppell ISD
Congratulations to these top readers. Winners were chosen by how many times they opened last week's newsletter and how many times they clicked on links.
Special Shout Out to Kevin Cannon and the whole staff of Trenton ISD for the hard work they have done to meet the needs of their students after a recent crisis. They have proven they are #Tiger Strong!
❓ R10 Most Asked Questions ❓
❓ 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?
Late May: College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Verifier Corrections Window
❓ 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)
❓ Who can be a test administrator for the Texas Assessment Program?
Any district staff member may serve as a test administrator if they hold valid education credentials (e.g., a Texas educator certificate or permit) or if they are supervised by a district staff member who holds valid education credentials. All district and campus personnel who participate in state-required testing or who handle or have access to secure test materials must be trained at least once in test security and administration procedures and must have signed an Oath of Test Security and Confidentiality.
❓ Will there be a stand-alone STAAR field test next year?
A stand-alone field test for STAAR is scheduled for February 2024. More information regarding the stand-alone field test will be provided later this year.
❓ If a student qualifies for supplemental aid, how do I know what is allowable and not allowable?
You can use the following power points from Student Assessment.
- 2022-2023 Allowable Supplemental Aids (PPT posted 11/21/22)
- 2022-2023 Allowable Supplemental Aids (PDF posted 11/22/22)
❓ Where can I find the printable reference materials for STAAR?
Math:
https://tea.texas.gov/student-assessment/testing/staar/staar-mathematics-resources
Science:
https://tea.texas.gov/student-assessment/testing/staar/staar-science-resources
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 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.
❓ Has the time limit for STAAR testing changed?
TEA is removing the maximum time allowed for STAAR assessments based on feedback from educators, parents, and students, as well as other changes to the program.
Districts will no longer have to stop students from testing after a four- or five-hour testing period. Students are expected to complete STAAR tests in about three hours. Any students who are still testing after four hours should be consolidated into a general testing area to continue testing. Students may continue testing until the end of the school day.
❓ 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.
✍ What PD do You Need?
Need Direct Services, Consultations or Specialized PD?
✍ 5th Annual Region 10 and 11 Assessment Conference SAVE THE DATE January 17, 2024
✍ Assessment and Accountability Webinar Sessions
✍ Accountability 411 Q & A
These brief remote Question & Answer sessions will be focused on the 2023 Accountability Reset Information. All participants registered on the Region 10 website will receive information to log in to this informal zoom the morning of the webinar.
Register now.
9 AM-10AM: 4/21/23-2651823
NEW AEA 411/Collaboration 10AM-11AM: 4/21/23- 2651830
Upcoming Leadership Development Opportunities
This newsletter compiles weekly information from Region 10 and TEA, as well as timely reminders. Read and Share.
From Our Inboxes to Yours
ACCOUNTABILITY Spotlight
This Week in Performance Reporting April 14
What’s New in Performance Reporting
A–F Accountability
2021 Snapshot Report
The 2021 Snapshot Report is now available on the Snapshot Report search page. This is a Texas Education Agency product that provides an overview of public education in Texas for a particular school year. In addition to state-level information, this website contains a profile about the characteristics of each public school district. Note that Snapshot does not provide campus-level information. For campus-level information, see the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) or the Accountability Ratings. See About Snapshot for more information about this product.
We are Hiring!
The Training and Outreach Coordinator ensures stakeholders receive clear and effective communication about the A-F accountability system. This role contributes directly to the work of TEA’s Performance Reporting division, which seeks to ensure continuous improvement in the academic achievement of all Texas public school students. The Coordinator provides guidance, resources, outreach, and training to help ESCs, school administrators, teachers, parents, and the public understand and benefit from the accountability system. We are looking for an educator who is knowledgeable of state and federal assessment and accountability laws and regulations and has outstanding customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Apply here; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Assessment Scoring and Reporting
2023 TELPAS Administration
An updated Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) data file layout is available on the Technology Resources page of the Texas Assessment website. To account for students who have changed grades during the TELPAS administration, four new fields have been added to the data file layout. There is one Tested Grade field for each domain. As previously indicated, students who do not complete all domains in the same grade will not receive a composite score or a composite rating.
2023 TELPAS Alternate Administration
Early student results from the 2023 TELPAS Alternate administration will be available in the Centralized Reporting System (CRS) for district testing coordinators on April 11, 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 will be available in CRS for other authorized users, including teachers with rosters, on April 14.
TEXAS Through-Year Assessment Pilot Application
As a reminder, the district-level application for the 2023–2024 Texas Through-year Assessment Pilot (TTAP) is open and will close on 11:59 p.m. (CT) Friday, April 28, 2023. All Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools are eligible to participate in TTAP. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will host a TTAP Informational Webinar to provide information to interested district personnel. To participate in this webinar on April 11, at 8:00–9:00 a.m. (CT), register using the link provided.
Training Updates
A new training video, How to Enter Student Responses in the Data Entry Interface (DEI), has been posted to the District and Campus Coordinator Resources. An additional training video on generating status reports for scheduled test sessions will be posted in the Coordinator Resources later this week. Refer to the Updates to Coordinator Resources section for the latest updates.
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.
Performance Reporting Calendar
Late April: 2023 Pairing Registration Window Opens
May: Preliminary 2023 Accountability Manual Release and Public Comment Period Opens; What If Report (TEAL) Release
Late May: 2023 A–F Estimator (TEAL and Public Web) Release
Late May: CCMR Verifier (2022 Graduates) Corrections Window Opens
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: Accountability Ratings Published (TEA and TXschools.gov)
Late September 2023: Accountability Appeals Registration Window Opens
Fall 2023: Results Driven Accountability (RDA) Integration Taskforce Meeting
ASSESSMENT Spotlight
New STAAR Resources for Districts and Parents
The Texas Education Agency has put together two new webpages that host specific resources about the redesigned State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®).
The STAAR Redesign Resources for Districts webpage has resources and assets to help districts keep their staff informed about the STAAR redesign.
The STAAR Redesign Resources for Parents webpage includes curated information about STAAR developed especially for parents. This new webpage hosts flyers, short videos, and FAQs to assist districts in communicating important information about STAAR to parents. Both webpages include an updated version of the What Families Should Know About STAAR one-page document.Updates to the DCCR (District Campus Coordinator Resource) Guide
- 03/21/23: An additional step for special paper administrations of STAAR Spanish was added to the Instructions for Designating a Student Eligible for a Special Administration page.
- 03/17/23: Two new questions were added to the Frequently Asked Questions About Test Administrations page: #5 and #24.
- 3/24/2023: Additional step for a new test window feature in appeals reporting was added to How district-level users view test session status reports section.
- 3/24/2023: Additional steps that address the addition of the search filter for Test Window on Create, Edit, and Approve screens. The steps describe the functionality in the How district-level users manage appeal requests section.
STAAR Refresher TETN
The STAAR Refresher TETN is now posted in the Learning Management System (LMS).
Slide Deck: https://tea.texas.gov/student-assessment/testing/student-assessment-overview/accommodation-resourcesSTAAR Alternate 2 Trainings Available in the LMS (Learning Management System)
Trainings in the LMS (Learning Management System) under “Preparing for Testing”
Getting Students Familiar with the Online Platform!
Beginning of the Year Assessments
Texas Formative Assessment Resource
Released Practice Tests – New updated tests to be posted soon!
STAAR RELEASED TESTS
Released versions of the 2022 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) are now available in the Test Delivery System (TDS) Student Practice Site. PDF copies of the 2022 STAAR tests will be posted on the Texas Education Agency website soon.
Technology Requirements for the Texas Assessment Program
Go to https://www.texasassessment.gov/testing-personnel.html and it is listed under “Prepare for Testing Activities”.
STAAR Interim Assessments
STAAR Interim Assessments, an optional online tool to help educators monitor progress and predict student performance on STAAR, will be available during the 2022–23 school year for all STAAR tested grades/subjects and courses. Interim assessments are full-scope tests designed to be administered one to two times during the school year, depending on the content area. Interim assessments will include new item types that will appear on STAAR in Spring 2023, except for constructed response questions because they are not machine-scorable. Windows for administering interim assessments can be found in the table below.
KEY DATES FOR INTERIM ASSESSMENTS
August 22, 2022–April 7, 2023 LEAs register students
November 7, 2022–April 14, 2023 Administration Window 2: Science and Social Studies Tests Grade 5 science, Spanish grade 5 science, grade 8 science, grade 8 social studies, biology, and U.S. history
January 10, 2023–April 14, 2023 Administration Window 3: RLA and Math Tests #2
Grades 3–8 RLA, Spanish grades 3–5 RLA, grades 3–8 mathematics, Spanish grades 3–5 mathematics, algebra I, English I, and English II
Texas Formative Assessment Resource (TFAR)
TFAR is a free, optional platform used by educators to create, administer, analyze, and share formative assessments. Teachers will be able to analyze the results of these formative assessments to help inform instructional choices such as making immediate lesson plan adjustments or providing specific interventions for students at the level of individual standards.
TFAR is meant to supplement and support existing LEA resources and formative assessment practices. Assessments created in TFAR should be combined with a broader set of classroom formative practices that are part of a coherent instructional framework.
Additionally, formative assessments from select, high quality instructional materials (HQIM) with an open education license will be available to administer through the same online test administration system as assessments created using TFAR. Assessments from math and RLA curricula, grades K-5, will be prioritized, and other, select curricula’s assessments will be released on a rolling basis. More information about which HQIM products’ tests will be available in the online system and the release dates of these tests will be available in the fall.
CCMR Spotlight
CCMR Tracker Stage 1: Released March 31
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
- April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This makes it the perfect time to teach your students about body safety, especially if you are in one of the 37 states that require sexual abuse prevention through Erin's Law.
- A great tool to check out is called the “Fight! Child Abuse Program". The website has a lot of great talking points, activities and videos!
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
❓ 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.
ADVANCED ACADEMICS Spotlight
CTE Spotlight
For specific CCMR related questions contact:
Jennifer Gunn, Advanced Academics jennifer.Gunn@region10.org
Julie Anderson, CTE julie.anderson@region10.org
Commissioner of Education Rule Filings April 14
The following Texas Administrative Code (TAC) rule actions were filed with the Texas Register for publication in the April 14, 2023 issue.
Proposed Amendment to 19 TAC Chapter 89, Adaptations for Special Populations, Subchapter AA, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Special Education Services, Division 2, Clarification of Provisions in Federal Regulations and State Law, §89.1050, The Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee
Summary: The proposed amendment would provide clarification to the existing regulation regarding students who register in a new school district during the summer months, as well as students who transfer to a new district during the school year. Additionally, the proposed amendment would clarify the federal requirement to ensure that a parent who is unable to meaningfully participate in English is still able to understand the proceedings of the admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee and receives proper notice in the parent's native language or other mode of communication.
Publication in the Texas Register: April 14, 2023
Public Comment Period: April 14, 2023-May 15, 2023. A form for submitting public comments is available on the proposed commissioner of education rules web page.
Public Hearing Information: Two public hearings to solicit testimony and input on the proposed amendment will be held at 9:00 a.m. on April 26 and May 1, 2023, via Zoom. The public may participate in either hearing virtually by linking to the hearing at https://zoom.us/j/7366629670 or joining by SIP at 7366629670@zoomcrc.com . The public may attend one or both hearings. Anyone wishing to testify at one of the hearings must sign in between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on the day of the respective hearing. Each hearing will conclude once all who have signed in have been given the opportunity to comment. Each individual's comments are limited to three minutes, and each individual may comment only once. Both hearings will be recorded and made available publicly. Questions about the hearings should be directed to kristin.mcguire@tea.texas.gov.
Proposed Effective Date: August 1, 2023
Please see the TEA website to view proposed commissioner of education rules.
Adopted Amendment to 19 TAC Chapter 102, Educational Programs, Subchapter MM, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Supplemental Special Education Services Program, §102.1601, Supplemental Special Education Services and Instructional Materials Program for Certain Public School Students Receiving Special Education Services
Summary: The adopted amendment reflects a grant source change and provides clarification. The amendment was adopted with changes since published as proposed.
Effective Date: April 18, 2023
Please see the TEA website to view adopted commissioner of education rules.
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.
Rulemaking
Texas Education Agency
(512) 475-1497
To the Administrator Addressed April 13
The following new Texas Education Agency Correspondence has been posted at the TEA website:
Date- Title- Division
04/13/2023- Highest Ranking Graduate- College, Career, and Military Preparedness
We are here for you! Let us know how we can support you.
Key
✍ Dates for your calendar
❓ Region 10 FAQs
Download the Region 10 App by searching "Region 10 ESC" in the App store on your phone. You can stay current on R10 events and access R10 staff easily.
Melissa Shaw, M.Ed.
Email: melissa.shaw@region10.org
Phone: 972-348-1210
Jennifer Hood, M.Ed.
Email: jennifer.hood@region10.org
Phone: 972-348-1404