TEA Curriculum Update

TEA Curriculum Update SHELLY RAMOS JESSICA SNYDER COPYRIGHT TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, 2015. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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TEKS Update The State Board of Education (SBOE) has authority for the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Typically, the SBOE reviews/revises one or more subject areas each year. Review and revision process takes between one to two years from start to finish. The SBOE is expected to approve a streamlining process for science and social studies.

TEKS Update Which TEKS are changing? Languages other than English (LOTE) Revisions to the LOTE TEKS were adopted by the SBOE in 2014. Career and Technical Education (CTE) Revisions to the CTE TEKS were adopted by the SBOE in 2015. The revised LOTE and CTE TEKS are scheduled to be implemented in the 2017-2018 school year. COPYRIGHT TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, 2015. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

TEKS Update Which TEKS are currently under review? English and Spanish language arts and reading Personal Financial Literacy elective course

TEKS Review Update The SBOE is expected to finalize revisions to the TEKS for English and Spanish language arts and reading TEKS this summer. The revised TEKS are expected to be implemented beginning in the 2018-2019 school year.

English and Spanish Language Arts and Reading TEKS Review The English and Spanish language arts and reading TEKS review committees will convene for their next face-to-face meeting in mid-february. At the February meeting, the committee will review informal feedback submitted to TEA, ensure vertical alignment, meet with the SBOE-appointed expert reviewers, and finalize their recommendations for revisions to the TEKS.

English and Spanish Language Arts and Reading TEKS Review Overview of TEKS review draft recommendations integrate Figure 19 expectations into general student expectations for each grade level and course organize TEKS around eight strands (developing and sustaining foundational language skills, comprehension, response, collaboration, multiple genres, author s purpose and craft, composition and presentation, and research and inquiry) streamline TEKS

English and Spanish Language Arts and Reading TEKS Review Expected timeline for TEKS review SBOE discussion with invited testimony, January 26-29, 2016 English and Spanish language arts and reading committees convene, mid-february, 2016 SBOE first reading and filing authorization, April 6-8, 2016

English and Spanish Language Arts and Reading TEKS Review Expected timeline for TEKS review Official public comment period, late-april to July 2016 SBOE public hearing and second reading and final adoption, July 20-22, 2016 Expected implementation, beginning in 2018-2019 school year

TEKS Update Which TEKS are next? Science TEKS streamlining The SBOE will begin the streamlining process for science this summer, with adoption of streamlined TEKS scheduled for spring 2017. Social studies TEKS streamlining The streamlining process for social studies is scheduled to begin in spring of 2017.

Science TEKS Streamlining Expected timeline for science TEKS streamlining committees February 2016 Applications post to the TEA website Spring 2016 SBOE nominates individuals to TEKS streamlining committees Summer and Fall 2016 TEKS streamlining committees convene

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SBOE Meeting January 26-29, 2016 Second reading and final adoption Proposed amendments to the graduation requirements for students on the Foundation High School Program Proposed new course: Personal Financial Literacy COPYRIGHT TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, 2015. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Foundation High School Program Proposed amendments to the Foundation High School Program add new Financial Mathematics course to the advanced courses that satisfy the third mathematics credit eliminate the expiration of the provision allowing Computer Science I, II, and III to satisfy the LOTE graduation requirement update the list of courses that will satisfy the fine arts graduation requirement include Career Preparation I-II courses with the career clusters from which the final course in a coherent sequence for an endorsement may be selected allow a course to count as part of the set of four courses for more than one endorsement

TEKS Review Update Personal Financial Literacy elective course Course to be available for the 2016-2017 school year Districts are required to offer this course beginning with the 2016-2017 school year Other financial literacy courses will not meet this requirement

SBOE Meeting January 26-29, 2016 First reading and filing authorization Proposed revisions to requirements for the Academic Achievement Record (AAR) Proposed new courses: AP Computer Science Principles (technology applications) Extended Career Preparation (CTE)

SBOE Meeting January 26-29, 2016 Discussion Proposed revisions to English and Spanish language arts and reading TEKS For approval SBOE TEKS Streamlining Process

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OnTRACK Lessons TEKS-aligned supplementary lessons Grade 8 and English I, II, and III Grades 7 and 8, Algebra I and II, and Geometry Grade 8, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics U.S. History and World Geography Lessons are available on the Project Share Gateway. Syllabi with links to lessons are posted at http://projectsharetexas.org/node/93206. For more information or assistance, contact projectsharetx@tea.texas.gov.

Texas SUCCESS Online math and reading resources have been selected for the following grade levels and courses: Reading, Grades 3 5 Reading, Grades 6 8 English I and II Math, Grades 3 5 Math, Grades 6 8 Algebra I Successful bidders were announced in To the Administrator Addressed correspondence dated December 11, 2015. Vendors will begin working with districts as contracts are negotiated and finalized.

Mathematics Resources Vertical alignment charts Response to curriculum focal points Supporting information documents TEKS with such as statements

Mathematics Resources Interactive math glossary Texas Mathematics Support Center ESTAR / MSTAR Side-by-side comparison documents for high school http://tea.texas.gov/curriculum_and_instructional_program s/subject_areas/mathematics/mathematics/

Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Teachers in grades K 6 can sign up to apply or be nominated by administrators, teachers, parents, or students. In Texas, eligible teachers may earn 20 CPE hours for submitting a completed application. Nominations for teachers are open at www.paemst.org.

Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Presidential awardees receive a certificate signed by the President of the United States, a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities, and a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. Awardees also join an active network of outstanding educators from throughout the nation.

National Youth Science Camp Applications to attend the 2016 National Youth Science Camp (NYSC) are now available at https://nysc.fluidreview.com. Two graduating high schoolers will be selected to represent Texas at the all-expense-paid honors program. NYSC will be held in West Virginia from June 15 to July 10, 2016. Applications are due by February 17, 2016.

House Bill 4 High-Quality Prekindergarten Grant Program Updates on HB 4: TEA has revised the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines Proposed rules for the High-Quality Prekindergarten Grant program are expected to publish Feb. 5, 2016 Applications are expected to be available in late February and will be due early April 2016 Funding is anticipated in July 2016 for implementation in the 2016-2107 school year

Prekindergarten Guidelines In fall 2015, TEA began the process to review the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines. The review committee revisions include aligning the Prekindergarten Guidelines with kindergarten TEKS, replacing out-of-date references, clarifying outcomes to reflect current research and best practices in early childhood education, and sequencing the outcomes to reflect a developmentally appropriate continuum of instruction and learning.

Fitnessgram 2015-2016 A two-year statewide site license has been awarded to US Games for Fitnessgram 2015. Districts choosing to use Fitnessgram 2015 must opt-in with US Games at no cost to schools. Districts choosing to use the Physical Fitness Assessment Initiative (PFAI) application will need to have a TEASE account. Additional information will be provided soon in To the Administrator Addressed correspondence.

Innovative Courses provide content outside the scope of the required curriculum may meet certain endorsement area requirements may be offered for elective credit with the approval of the local board of trustees may not meet other state graduation requirements or dual credit requirements The 2016-2017 application window is still open. Visit the Innovative Course webpage for instructions at http://tea.texas.gov/index4.aspx?id=6079.

Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) Expand local course choices Address teacher shortages Provide credit advancement and/or credit recovery options Allow schedule flexibility Provide alternative opportunities for diverse students Offer additional courses taught by Texas certified teachers Provide individualized instruction

TxVSN Catalog Course Options College credit 14 AP courses 12 dual credit courses High school Foundation and enrichment curriculum courses 6 languages other than English (LOTE) courses 19 career and technical education (CTE) courses 5 technology applications courses, including Computer Science I & II

TxVSN Funding Sources Foundation School Program (FSP) funding for up to three TxVSN courses per student per semester Instructional Materials Allotment (IMA) State and federal program and grant funds Title funds, including Title I, IDEA Part B Local funds May be student-paid after first three TxVSN courses per student per semester

TxVSN State Law and Rule Texas Education Code (TEC), Chapter 30A Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 70 Local Policy for the TxVSN: TEC, 30A.007 Each school district or open-enrollment charter school must adopt a written policy that provides students with the opportunity to enroll in TxVSN online courses Policy must by consistent with requirements in TEC, 26.0031 Policy must be sent to each parent of a middle or high school student at least once a year.

TxVSN State Law and Rule Rights Concerning the TxVSN: TEC, 26.0031 At the time and in the manner the school informs students and parents about traditional local classroom course offerings, it must also notify them of option to enroll in TxVSN courses School may not deny request to enroll in TxVSN course except in specific circumstances allowed under this section Parent may appeal a denial to the commissioner TxVSN Help Desk: 1-866-93TxVSN (1-866-938-9876) TxVSN Website: www.txvsn.org

CTE Certification Exam Reimbursement Texas Education Code, 29.190, authorizes TEA to reimburse LEAs for student certification exams taken and passed for a license or certificate. Process LEAs submit a reimbursement request. Requests will be reimbursed on a first-come, first-served basis until the end of the fiscal year or the $500,000 allotment is expended.

CTE Certification Exam Reimbursement Eligibility Certifications listed on the Perkins Program Effectiveness Report (PER) are eligible for reimbursement. Student must successfully complete a CTE program related to the certification. Student must take and pass the certification exam prior to July 31, 2016. One exam will be reimbursed per student, up to $350 per exam.

Proclamation 2017 Instructional Materials Expected Timeline Adopted materials in classrooms for 2017-2018 school year Available for purchase in April 2017 Adoption in November 2016 Review committees meet in Austin summer 2016 o Arrive Sunday evening; leave Friday afternoon Review committee nominations are due to TEA in January 2016

Proclamation 2017 The SBOE invited bids to furnish new instructional materials for the following courses: Career and Technical Education Languages Other Than English Mathematics o o Algebraic Reasoning Statistics Social Studies o Special Topics in Social Studies

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PEIMS Updates Reporting requirements related to the Foundation High School Program (Summer Submission 3): Foundation High School Program Participation Code Distinguished Level of Achievement Indicator Code Endorsement Indicator Codes

PEIMS Updates Reporting requirements related to Senate Bill (SB) 149 In fall 2015 (Submission 1) districts reported the following information for the 2014-2015 school year: NUMBER of students for whom an individual graduation committee (IGC) was established STUDENTS who graduated based on an IGC decision In summer 2016 (Submission 3) districts will begin reporting whether an IGC was established for a student at the student level.

PEIMS Updates Reporting requirements related to Senate Bill (SB) 149 Commisioner s rules are expected to be adopted soon. Rules will address reporting requirements and timelines.

PEIMS Updates 2016-2017 Modified EOC course codes Deleted modified end-of-course (EOC) assessment codes ( 05 ): English I, II, III Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Biology, Physics, and Chemistry United States History Studies Since 1877, World History, World Geography

PEIMS Updates 2016-2017 Alternative EOC course codes Deleted alternative EOC assessment codes ( 07 ) for courses that no longer have an EOC requirement: English II and III Geometry and Algebra II Chemistry and Physics World History and World Geography Alternative EOC codes remain for courses for which there is an alternative EOC assessment

Locally-Developed Courses Under TEC 28.002(g-1), a district may offer a locally developed course or other activity, including an apprenticeship or training hours needed to obtain an industry-recognized credential or certificate. The district must partner with a public or private institution of higher education (IHE) and local business, labor, and community leaders to develop and provide the course(s). These courses must be approved by the local board of trustees.

Locally-Developed Courses Each school district must annually report to TEA the names of the locally developed courses/activities in which the district's students have enrolled under TEC, 28.002(g-1). The Locally Developed Course/Activity District Form is available on the Foundation High School Program website. TEA shall make the information provided on the form available to other districts.

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Students in foster care Local education agencies and states must collect student data and report on academic performance, including graduation and dropout rates Coordination regarding transportation is required Collaboration and coordination with state and local child welfare agencies is required Other school stability protections were added that align with Texas state laws Contact: Kelly M. Kravitz, Division of Federal & State Education Policy, Kelly.Kravitz@tea.texas.gov

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Students who are homeless Expands school of origin definition to include the designated receiving/feeder school at the next grade level. Requires updates to the McKinney-Vento State Plan including: o procedures for awarding partial credit for work completed at a previous school attended o procedures for increased assistance from counselors regarding college preparation and planning for students who are homeless. Strengthens and emphasizes the identification of homeless students requirements For more information : http://center.serve.org/nche/legis/essa.php

Related Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Updates Recent changes impacting students experiencing foster care or homelessness: 19 TAC Chapter 74, Curriculum Requirements, Subchapter C, 74.24, Credit by Examination Expands credit by exam window for foster youth and homeless youth to allow for testing at any time during the school year 19 TAC Chapter 74, Curriculum Requirements, Subchapter C, 74.26, Award of Credit Requires that districts provide proportionate credit for a foster youth or homeless student who successfully completes one semester of a two semester course

84 th Texas Legislature: McKinney- Vento Homeless Education HB 1559 (TEC 33.906) Requires school campuses with a website to post information regarding local services and programs that assist homeless students. HB 2398 (TEC 29.0915 (a-3)) - A school district shall offer additional counseling and may not refer a student to truancy court if the truancy is a result of being homeless. HB 679 (TGC 2306.1101) Mandates a statewide study on homeless youth (including migrant youth) and report to Legislature to determine number of homeless youth, needs, current programs, funding, etc. SB 1494 (TEC 25.007) Identifies numerous actions to ease schools transitions for students experiencing foster care and homelessness.

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Questions? Contact TEA Curriculum Division By email at curriculum@tea.texas.gov By telephone at (512) 463-9581