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ESC Region 13Commitment Form Services Catalog2019-2020
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Hello Fellow Educators!
I am truly excited about the upcoming school year and the opportunities we will have to serve the children of our districts! We are so fortunate to be in a profession that is as rewarding as education, and regardless of what happens around us, we will always start school on the first day ready to greet our students! As I write this, the Legislature is currently contemplating on pumping several billions of dollars into our profession. Albeit, there will be strings attached, but we have to see this as opportunity, an opportunity that doesn’t happen as often as it should. Moving into the 2019-2020 school year, let’s work together to make opportunities out of all we can control, that will be my mission for Region 13.
Being an educator takes passion, and to be “on” each day for 180+ days is extremely exhausting, it’s a very demanding job. I often look to motivational quotes, as many of you do, to spark that passion when we need a little kick. I ran across one that I have not been able to get out of my mind and in so many ways it describes our individual motives as well as what we are creating for students. Although the quote does not come from education, it comes from a company that has been through the trials and tribulations of the American economy dating back to 1908. In many ways it continues to survive just as education has.
“When writing the story of your life, don’t let anyone else hold the pen.”
-William S. Harley, Harley-Davidson
I encourage each of you to not only write your own stories, but to provide the resources for our students to begin writing their stories. This is why America and Texas is such a great place, because we are all allowed to write our own stories. And as a reminder, as you write the upcoming chapter of your story, Region 13 will be by your side to help you through.
Wishing each of you a successful chapter, and thank you all for the wonderful work you do!
Sincerely,
Rich Elsasser, Executive Director
Hello Fellow Educators!
I am truly excited about the upcoming school year and the opportunities we will have to serve the children of our districts! We are fortunate to be in a profession that is as rewarding as education, and regardless of what happens around us, we will always start school on the first day ready to greet our students! As I write this, the Legislature is contemplating pumping several billion dollars into our profession. Although there will be strings attached, we must see this an opportunity that doesn’t happen as often as it should. Moving into the 2019-2020 school year, let’s work together to make opportunities out of all we can control. That will be my mission for Region 13.
Being an educator takes passion, and to be “on” each day for 180+ days is extremely exhausting; it’s a demanding job. I often look to motivational quotes, as many of you do, to spark that passion when we need a little kick. I ran across one that I have not been able to get out of my mind, and in so many ways it describes our individual motives as well as what we are creating for students. Although the words do not come from education, they come from a company that has been through the trials and tribulations of the American economy dating back to 1908. In many ways it continues to survive just as education has.
“When writing the story of your life, don’t let anyone else hold the pen.”– William S. Harley, Harley-Davidson
I encourage each of you not only to write your own stories, but to provide the resources for our students to begin writing their stories. This is why America and Texas are such great places, because we are all allowed to write our own stories. And as a reminder, as you write the upcoming chapter of your story, Region 13 will be by your side to help you through.
Wishing each of you a successful chapter, and thank you all for the wonderful work you do!
Sincerely,
Rich ElsasserExecutive Director
WELCOME
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CONTACT US
www4.esc13.net/commitmentforms
To request an account in ConTracks+E-mail: [email protected]
Program Related Questions?Contact the specific department contact found within each commitment form
General inquiry about the commitment processLeticia SernaSr. Coordinator: Grants, Contracts, [email protected]
Need help with ConTracks+Paul ChavezAssociate DirectorAdministrative [email protected]
Robin WellsSystems DeveloperAdministrative [email protected]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Administrative ServicesBusiness Management Services 10
Business Accounting and Payroll Services 11
Facility Services Cooperative *New! 12
Human Resources Cooperative 13
Living Science Materials Program 14
Curriculum and InstructionExplicit Instruction Coaching and Professional Development
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Active Student Engagement PD & Coaching *New! 16
TExGUIDE - Curriculum Mapping Guides 17
Instructional Coaching Pathways 18
School Ready - Ready, Set, K! (RSK!) 19
Xtreme Reading with SIM Strategies Professional Development and Coaching
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TEKS Resource System (Curriculum) 21
Discovery Education (DE) Streaming Media 22
Information ServicesDistance Learning Network 23
Internet-based Texas Computer Coop Software (iTCCS)
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Time Clock Plus 25
TSDS PEIMS Cooperative 26
Technology Support Service 27
TXED Internet Service 28
Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) 29
TxEIS Student Information Services 30
School and Administrative SupportAt-Risk Services Network 31
Autism/Developmental Disabilities 2018-19 32
Behavior Event Interviews *New! 33
Behavior Specialist Cooperative 34
ESSA Title I, Part C - Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act SSA
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Counselor Support Services Cooperative 36
Career and Technical Education Cooperative 37
DMAC Suite 38
Early Childhood Rider 78 39
Eduphoria! SchoolObjects and TEKSbank 40
Inclusion Supports 41
Mapping a Pathway to Student Success 42
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support *New! 43
Positive Behavior Interventions & Support 44
Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)
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Pivotal Leadership Coaching 46
Restorative Discipline 47
Rural School Leadership Network 48
Response To Intervention (RTI) 49
Special Education Compliance Services *New! 50
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) 51
Strategic Planning Cooperative 52
Special ProgramsESSA Title I, Part A SSA *New! 53
ESSA Title III, Part A - English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement & Academic Achievement for LEP Students SSA
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ESSA Title IV, Part A - Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant SSA
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Bilingual/ESL Cooperative for Districts Not in the Title III SSA
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Homeless Education Cooperative 57
ESSA Title I, Part C - Migrant Education Program SSA 58
State Compensatory Education/SAMP 59
ESSA Title II, Part A - Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting
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ESC Region 13 Partnership ServicesSchool Bus Driver Physical Exam Cooperative 61
Purchasing Cooperative 61
Student Drug Testing Consortium 61
Drug and Alcohol Consortium for Bus Drivers 61
Food and Commodity Purchasing Cooperative 61
Region 13 Organizational Structure 4
How to Use Contracks+ 8
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REGION 13 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Deputy Executive DirectorAcademic ServicesDR. JESSE LOPEZ
512-919-5306
Deputy Executive DirectorStrategic InitiativesDR. MILLIE KLEIN
512-919-5105
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Deputy Executive DirectorAdministrative Services
DR. CRAIG SPINN512-919-5490
Executive DirectorDR. RICH ELSASSER
512-919-5301
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Deputy Executive Director, Academic ServicesDR. JESSE LOPEZ | 512-919-5306
Federal and Special Programs ComponentShirley Sanford, Director - 512-919-5375Plan ManagementDeaf and Hard of HearingRegional Day School for the DeafSpecial ProjectsESC LiaisonsSpecial Education Leadership Network
Student Support ServicesAlbert Felts, Sr. Coordinator21st Century GrantsBehaviorBullyingSchool Health DyslexiaFoster CareHomeless EducationPositive Behavior SupportSchool SafetyStrategic InstructionRestorative DisciplineResponse to Intervention (RTI)Social Emotional LearningMental HealthTrauma
Special Education InstructionAnn Jacobson, CoordinatorAssessment/AccommodationsAssistive TechnologyAutism/Low Incidence DisabilitiesPreschool Programs for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)Progress in the General CurriculumRelated ServicesSpeech and Speech Bilingual ServicesSpecial Education LibraryTexas Statewide Leadership for Autism Training
Special Education ComplianceAnn Jinkins, CoordinatorAccessCharter SchoolsSpecial Education ComplianceLEA Funding ApplicationConsult Services for Deaf and Hard of HearingFacilitated IEPParental SupportSpeech Certification ProgramTransitionVisually Impaired and Orientation and Mobility
Curriculum and InstructionStacey Durham, CoordinatorInstructional Coaching Programs and ServicesMakerHappenContent: Math, English Language Arts andReading, Science, Social Studies, and EarlyChildhoodPrescriptive Services (Rx13)Texas Lesson Study GrantInstructional Materials Allotment (IMA)TEA Literacy AcademyTEA Math AcademyProfessional Learning Communities (PLCs)
Curriculum and InstructionElizet Moret, CoordinatorESL/Bilingual and Title III SSAPBMAS Support for bilingual/ESLTELPAS and LPAC SupportBilingual Exceptions and WaiversBilingual/ESC Directors' MeetingsLOTE SupportELPS Toolkit and Observation GuideCIMA ConferenceE3 Alliance/ExcELL PartnershipTranscript ServicesMigrant Education
Curriculum and InstructionGrant Kessler, CoordinatorInstructional Resource AlignmentCurriculum Needs Assessment/Mini AuditGifted and Talented/Advanced Academics GTCounselor, Administrator, and Director SupportTexas Performance Standards Project (TPSP)Central Texas STEM Center: Endorsement PBL, Institute, Trainings, and CampsSTEM Coalition: Annual ConferenceSTEM/PBL Program EvaluationsSTEM Research InitiativesCurriculum Council
Curriculum and InstructionMiya Brevard, CoordinatorCareer and Technical Education (CTE)Child NutritionPerformance PBM
Educator QualityErica Garza, CoordinatorAlternative Certification Programs:Elementary, Secondary, SpecialEducation, District Referral Program andCareer and Technical EducationMaster Reading Teacher (MRT)Field SupportTExES Prep
TEKS Resource SystemAnn Graves, DirectorScott Bush, Content Coordinator, Social StudiesLisa Owens, Content Coordinator, ScienceTamara Ramsey, Content Coordinator, MathNicole Hohensee, Content Coordinator, Language ArtsGenifer Billeaud, Content Coordinator, Bilingual
Commitment Forms for Curriculum & Instruction
Stacey Durham, Coordinator 512-919-5163Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)Instructional Coach PathwaysSchool Ready - Ready, Set, K! (RSK!)Early Childhood Rider 78
Elizet Moret, Coordinator 512-919-5116Bilingual/ESL Cooperative for Districts not in the Title III SSATitle III, Part A - English Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement for EL Students SSATitle I, Part A Migrant Education Program SSA
Grant Kessler, Coordinator 512-919-5358TEKS Resource System CurriculumTExGUIDE - Curriculum Mapping GuidesCurriculum Council Network
Miya Brevard, Coordinator 512-919-5204Title I, Part C - Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act SSACareer and Technical Education CooperativeHomeless Education Cooperative
Commitment Forms for Special Education and Student Support Services
Special EducationAnn Jacobson, Coordinator 512-919-5167Autism/Developmental DisabilitiesInclusion SupportsPreschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)Ann Jinkins, Coordinator 512-919-5207Special Education Compliance Services
Student Support ServicesAlbert Felts, Sr. Coordinator 512-919-5419Behavior Specialist CooperativePositive Behavior Interventions and SupportRestorative DisciplineResponse to Intervention (RTI)Social Emotional Learning (SEL)Active Student Engagement Professional Development and CoachingExplicit Instruction Coaching and Professional DevelopmentXtreme Reading with SIM Strategies Professional Development and CoachingAt-Risk Services NetworkMulti-Tiered Systems of Support
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Deputy Executive Director, Administrative ServicesDR. CRAIG SPINN | 512-919-5490
(Administrative Services, Superintendent Support, School Board Training)
Information Technology and ServicesPaul Chavez, Associate Director
Information TechnologySteve Stroud, CoordinatorWide Area Network SupportTXEDSystem AdministrationIT HelpdeskLocal Area Network Support (LAN)
Information ServicesCindy Nietch, Sr. Coordinator
Rebecca Hudson, CoordinatorPEIMS
Michael Naber, CoordinatorTxEISiTCCS
Distance EducationVacant, CoordinatorVideo Conferencing SupportESC 13 TETNE-Rate Vendor
Statewide TETNLea Castillo, Manager
Human ResourcesKrystal Herrington, Sr. CoordinatorInsurance and Benefits CompensationPlanning Organizational QualityPolicy/Administrative RegulationsInternal LearningRecords ManagementPublic Information Requests Recruitingand HiringApplicant Management SystemPersonnel Management System Teacherof the YearTeacher Job Fair
ESC ServicesElton Hiene, CoordinatorFacilitiesPrint ShopMailroomBus Driver TrainingE-Rate ApplicationsEmergency PreparednessThe Grill - ESC CafeCharter School Records
School Finance & Field Service AgentsSonny Monroe, DirectorField Service AgentsMichael CargillJerry Vaughn
Grant ManagementLeticia Serna, Sr. Coordinator
Business ManagementLori Tomsu, Sr. CoordinatorFinancial Accounting and ReportingBookkeeping ServicesPayrollPurchasing Cooperative
Administrative Services Commitment Forms
Information TechnologySteve Stroud, Coordinator 512-919-5476Technology Support ServicesTXED Internet Service
Information ServicesPaul Chavez, Associate Director 512-919-5303TSDS PEIMS Cooperative
Cindy Nietch, Sr. Coordinator 512-919-5369Internet-based Texas Computer Coop Software (iTCCS)
Michael Naber, Coordinator 512-919-5362Time Clock PlusTexas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS: StudentInformation System)TxEIS Student Information Services
Distance EducationPaul Chavez, Associate Director 512-919-5303Discovery Education (DE) Streaming MediaDistance Learning Network
Human ResourcesKrystal Herrington, Sr. Coordinator 512-919-5228Human Resources Cooperative
Business ManagementLori Tomsu, Sr. Coordinator 512-919-5382Business Accounting and Payroll Services
School FinanceSonny Monroe, Director 512-919-5334Business Management Cooperative
Administrative ServicesDr. Craig Spinn, Deputy Executive Director 512-919-5490Living Science Materials ProgramSchool Bus Driver Physical Exam CooperativePurchasing CooperativeStudent Drug Testing CooperativeDrug and Alcohol Consortium for Bus DriversFood and Commodity Purchasing Cooperative
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Deputy Executive Director, Strategic InitiativesDR. MILLIE KLEIN | 512-919-5105
Thompson Leadership InstituteBob Thompson, DirectorLeadership Development forSuperintendent Certification
Elvis ArterburyLeadership Development andSupport for Principals
Innovation GrantsMarilyn Peebles, Associate Director
Meredith Albers, Project CoordinatorGrant Writing
Center Support ServicesJim Gonzales, Associate Director
Design and CommunicationAna Amezcua, CoordinatorWebsitesSocial MediaMarketingDesign
Customer ExperienceTom Gibson, CoordinatorRegistration SupportOnline Course SupportConference and A/V Support
Multimedia ProductionBarry Link, Project CoordinatorVideo ServicesPhotography Services
Product DevelopmentSeth Herrington, Project CoordinatorProduct StoreProduct DevelopmentDrivers Education - Parent Taught 101
Special ProjectsErin Romero, Associate Director
Special ProjectsSamantha Munoz, CoordinatorMathematics Achievement AcademiesReading AcademiesGifted/Talented InitiativesESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screener andDiagnostic Assessment
College and Career ReadinessVacant, CoordinatorTexas Educator Ethics TrainingEarly College High School Support
Online Course/Media DevelopmentJimmy Hyde, Project CoordinatorESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screener andDiagnostic AssessmentOnline Course/Media DevelopmentTurnaround 360 Leadership ToolLocal Initiatives
Troops to TeachersRonald Holmes, Project Coordinator
Visiting International Teacher ProgramJessica Pruneda, Project Coordinator
21st Century LearningSally Partridge, Associate DirectorMobile Lab Project
Guidance ServicesTisha Kolek, Coordinator
Leadership Initiatives and SupportAnna Warren, Associate Director
Educator Evaluation and LeadershipLaWanda Carley, Sr. CoordinatorEducator Appraisal SystemsLocal LeadershipTexas Instructional Leadership (TIL)Center for Effective Schools
Administrator Quality and SupportSarah Reuwsaat, CoordinatorTexas Superintendent Certification InstitutePrincipal Certification Network
Statewide SupportRachel Simic, Sr. CoordinatorCenter for Effective SchoolsESFF Recruitment and TrainingStatewide ConferenceReplicating Great OptionsSystem of Great SchoolsDistricts Coordinators of School ImprovementTTIPS Support
Leadership Initiatives Conferences and EventsApril Briscoe, Project Coordinator
School ImprovementMelinda Marquez, Project CoordinatorAccountability SystemA-F Data SupportESC School Improvement Implementation and Support (ESF and TIL)
Strategic Planning/Actions 2 OutcomesRobin Southall, Project CoordinatorCampus and District MAPPSRural LeadershipStrategic PlanningTexas Educator Ethics Training
Commitment Forms for Strategic Initiatives
Dr. Millie Klein, Deputy Executive Director 512-919-5105Rural School Leadership Network
Anna Warren, Associate Director 512-919-5238Pivotal Leadership Coaching
Melinda Marquez, Project Coordinator 512-919-5286DMAC SuiteEduphoria! SchoolObjects and TEKSbank
Natalie Weber, Administrative Specialist 512-919-5174Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs (SSA)Title II, Part A: Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting (SSA)Title IV, Part A Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant (SSA)State Compensatory Education/SAMP
Lora Dever, Administrative Specialist 512-919-5208Community of Leaders NetworkBeginning Administrator Support
Sarah Reuwsaat, Coordinator 512-919-5325Turnaround Leadership Development Academy
Robin Southall, Project Coordinator 512-919-5176Mapping a Pathway to Student SuccessStrategic Planning Cooperative
Guidance ServicesTisha Kolek, Coordinator 512-919-5337Counselor Support Services Cooperative
Special ProjectsJessica Pruneda, Project Coordinator 512-919-5479Visiting International Teacher Program
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School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-
Superintendents
Launch any browser and log in to ConTracksPlus.
(Your login details and URL were emailed to you from ConTracksPlus. Search email for that message or request it again [email protected])
1. The left-side navigation system allows you to see commitment forms in various ways:a. Available: shows all available commitment formsb. In-Cart: Once pricing options are selected, the form can be added to the district cart. Those items will be shown here
and await approval by the superintendent or designated staff.c. Signed: These are the commitments that have been approved by superintendent or designated staff for the year. A click of the signed item
displays the pricing selections, dates, and signature details.
Built-in Help guides and videos.
Watch How-To clip
School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-
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This link “Click here for details” allows you to select pricing options.
School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-
Superintendents
Launch any browser and log in to ConTracksPlus.
(Your login details and URL were emailed to you from ConTracksPlus. Search email for that message or request it again [email protected])
1. The left-side navigation system allows you to see commitment forms in various ways:a. Available: shows all available commitment formsb. In-Cart: Once pricing options are selected, the form can be added to the district cart. Those items will be shown here
and await approval by the superintendent or designated staff.c. Signed: These are the commitments that have been approved by superintendent or designated staff for the year. A click of the signed item
displays the pricing selections, dates, and signature details.
Built-in Help guides and videos.
Watch How-To clip
School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-Superintendents
Launch any browser and log in to: contracksplus.net/?esc13
Your log in details and URL were mailed to you from ConTracks+. Search your email for that message or request it again at [email protected].
The left-side navigation system allows you to see commitment forms in various ways:1. Available: shows all available commitment forms2. In-Cart: Once pricing options are selected, the form can be added to the district cart. Those items will
be shown here and await approval by the superintendent or designated staff.3. Signed: These are the commitments that have been approved by superintendent or designated staff for
the year. A click of the signed item displays the pricing selections, dates, and signature details.
HOW TO USE CONTRACKS+
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To watch a “How-To” video, visit:www4.esc13.net/commitmentforms
School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-
Superintendents
Once you are satisfied with your pricing choices, add your Contact Information at the bottom of the screen.
Then click Add to Cart button.
School District Users: How to Sign Commitment Forms for Non-
Superintendents
Superintendent Accounts allow for the final approval of carted items. (If your account lacks this permission, contact ESC13 for assistance. 512-919-5119 or email [email protected] )
Use the left side link “In-Cart” to open the cart screen.
Make sure the item you want to approve has a checkmark active. Deselect other items if necessary.
Click “Submit” button at the top to approve the commitment form. This will only be possible if your Superintendent assigned it to you with the authority to approve it.
Superintendent Accounts allow for the final approval of carted items. If your account lacks this permission, contact ESC13 for assistance (512-919-5119) or email [email protected].
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Business Management Cooperative membershipNine critical issue luncheon sessions for the school district’s chief financial officer, business manager, business office personnel, superintendents or other members of the district administrative team; Besides information on critical issues, membership will provide annual investment officer training and technical assistance by email and telephone. Sessions are approved for TASBO and CPA continuing education credit.
Fee: $1,500
Business Managers Academy membershipEleven hands-on six hour workshop sessions for the school district’s business manager, business office personnel, superintendents or other members of the district administrative team. The first portion of the sessions will include a discussion of tasks that will need to be handled during the following month. The remainder of the workshop will include direct assistance with current business office tasks. Sessions are computer based and require attendees to have web based connectivity to their district’s financial software.
Fee: $1,200
Payroll Academy membershipSeven hands-on six-hour workshop sessions for the school district’s payroll specialist. District business office personnel teams are encouraged. The first portion of the sessions will include a discussion of tasks or topics that the members are handling or will need handled during the following month. The remainder of the workshop will include direct assistance with current payroll tasks. Sessions are computer based and require attendees to have web-based connectivity to their district’s financial software.Fee: $875
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Sonny Monroe
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Summary of Finances Template CalculationSummary of Finances template calculated after each six week attendance cycle and assistance with next year state revenue budget projections.
Fee: $900 for TXEIS business software users $1,200 for all other business software users
Summary of Finances Template Calculation (Lite)Summary of Finances template calculated after any three six week’s attendance cycle by the district and assistance with next year state revenue budget projections.
Fee: $500 for TXEIS business software users $700 for all other business software users
Consultant Services PackageDistrict would design a request of on-site/off-site business service assistance unique to district needs. Service Agreements could include activities in areas such as the following: serve as interim Business Manager, mentor new Business Manager, prepare financial audits, process bank reconciliations, post cash receipts, encumber purchase orders, post and print finance checks, post journal entries, balance general ledger, balance funds prior to month closing, close files on a monthly basis, print end-of-month reports, prepare 1099’s at year-end, or close out fiscal year. The scope of services and the actual dates of the service will be scheduled by the district’s superintendent in coordination with the BMC consultant.Fee: Contact us for an estimate
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Business Manager’s Cooperative 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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ESC Region 13 will perform the business office procedures as outlined below in an accurate and timely manner as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations. Accounting records will be maintained at ESC Region 13 and shall be accessible to the District administration at all times during regular business hours. ESC Region 13 will be responsible for performing the accounting functions of the district in full compliance with the TEA Financial Accountability System Resource Guide. Requires district purchase and use of iTCCS or TxEIS business software.
Accounting and Budget ServicesESC Region 13 will be responsible for performing the accounting functions based on a schedule developed by the District and ESC Region 13 in full compliance with the TEA Financial Accountability System Resource Guide:Fee: $11,000 base fee plus $100 per district employee
reported as Current Staff Counts Totals
Payroll ServicesESC Region 13 will perform the business office procedures in an accurate and timely manner as prescribed by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations. Accounting records will be maintained at ESC Region 13, and shall be accessible to the District administration at all times during regular business hours. ESC Region 13 will record the accounting transactions through the direction provided by the District. The District can choose to communicate its transactions to ESC Region 13 via fax, e-mail, or regular mail depending upon the most expedient and inexpensive method for the District. Business transactions will not be conducted via the telephone. The following payroll services will be provided based on the District’s requirements.
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Lori Tomsu
BUSINESS ACCOUNTING AND PAYROLL SERVICES
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Business Accounting/Budget and Payroll Services 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
ESC Region 13 will process monthly payroll based on a schedule developed by the District and ESC Region 13. Fee: $13,000 base fee, plus $100 per district employee
reported as Current Staff Counts Totals from your most recent Fall PEIMS Submission.
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Facility Services Cooperative membershipThe Facility Services Cooperative will provide a minimum of four critical issue luncheon sessions for the school district's superintendent, chief financial officer/business manager, facilities staff, or other members of the district administrative team. Besides information on school facilities related issues, membership will provide ongoing engineering, architectural, regulatory, and financial technical assistance by email/text/telephone. This assistance will provide access directly to experienced, licensed professionals selected by ESC Region 13.Fee: $1,500
Construction Academy membershipThe Construction Academy will provide a minimum of four hands-on workshop sessions for the school district's superintendent, chief financial officer/business manager, facilities staff, or other members of the district administrative team. The workshops will include in-depth information and guidance regarding the planning, designing, bidding, financing, constructing, inspecting, and administering of school construction projects. The workshops will be led by experienced licensed professionals selected by ESC Region 13.
The Construction Academy will also include a one-day site visit to your school campus to review and assess your school facilities. The site visit will include attendance by experienced licensed professionals selected by ESC Region 13.Fee: $2,000
Construction Owner’s ToolkitThe Construction Owner’s Toolkit includes a collection of usable electronic documents to assist schools during design, bidding, and construction of school facilities. The documents include templates and worksheets for Request for Qualifications, Request for Proposals, interview questions, interview score sheets, construction manager RFP and scoring, competitive sealed proposals scoring
FACILITY SERVICES COOPERATIVE
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Craig Spinn
language, monthly reports, project budgeting, Pre-Construction Agendas, Construction Meeting agendas, Change Order Tracking, and more.
The Toolkit is a collection of documents created by licensed professionals who have proven effectiveness in the field. Our experts have crafted these unique documents after years of experience as effective school facility project managers.
The Construction Owner’s Toolkit includes instructions and tips to better utilize the documents and templates. The Toolkit is updated annually to reflect industry changes, additions, and improvements to the Toolkit.Fee: $900
Add-on services available.
*NEW!*
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Facility Services Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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The Human Resources Cooperative is designed to provide information and technical assistance on critical issues for school district human resources personnel.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to provide:• Two (2) network sessions for human resources
personnel;• Up to two (2) on-site visits to assist with local
needs;• Attendance for two staff members to attend
annual Walsh Symposium;• Free booth at ESC Region 13 Job Fair;• Compliance online training bundle:
» Blood-borne Pathogens » Diabetes Overview » Bullying Prevention for School
Administrators, Teachers, and Staff » Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, and Other
Maltreatment of Children » Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics » Legal Issues: FERPA and Copyright Law » Legal Issues: Section 504 » Legal Issues: Sexual Harassment » What You Need to Know about
Concussions » Suicide Prevention: Don’t Keep It a Secret
Fee: $1,000
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Krystal Herrington
HUMAN RESOURCES COOPERATIVE
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Human Resources Cooperative 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Delivered materials provide a broad spectrum of resources to enhance hands-on science learning. Products include living and preserved specimens and equipment.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:• Accept orders from participating schools;• Maintain materials in a quality, usable manner;• Provide timely delivery according to the
published schedule;• Respond appropriately to concerns and
problems with specimens or delivery; and• Send invoice to the district.
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Utilize program ordering system for meeting
the published deadline;• Furnish delivery site location and delivery site
contact person info;• Restrict the use of the materials to enrolled
campuses only; and• Pay fees within 30 days of invoice.
Fee: Per student pricing ($1000 minimum) plus $1,500 per delivery location Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Debbie Stover
LIVING SCIENCE MATERIALS PROGRAM
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Living Science Materials Program 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Explicit Instruction provides high quality specialists to work with campuses to provide PD and classroom coaching in all curriculum areas with a specific focus on classroom management skills that increase student engagement and retention. The ESC Region 13 Strategic Instruction Team has extensive training from Dr. Anita Archer in the area of Explicit Instruction.
Our service includes campus support for general education and special education teachers, (support for administration may also be included) so districts avoid the costs of a full time academic specialist.
Professional Development (up to 10 teachers per contract may attend three days of Explicit Instruction offered at ESC Region 13):
Professional Development Focus:Day 1: Lesson Design that Promotes Classroom
ManagementDay 2: Active Participation that Improves
Classroom ManagementDay 3: Explicit Assessment that Supports
Classroom Management Classroom Coaching & Support:• Work with teachers to implement new
professional learning;• Observe and provide feedback of classroom
observations;• Consult with classroom teachers and education
specialists;• Assist campus administration with classroom
observation check points;• Help PLCs with lesson planning Fee: 3 days PD + 2 days campus coaching $4500
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Kim Watts
EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION COACHING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Explicit Instruction Coaching and Professional Development 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”).
©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Educators will learn how to effortlessly embed validated methods of instruction through professional development and classroom coaching. ESC Region 13 Education Specialists will work with campuses providing professional development and classroom coaching in instructional strategies for student engagement in all curriculum areas with a specific focus on the work of John Hattie, Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, Anita Archer, along with other highly esteemed education experts.
Professional Development Focus (Four 1 hour sessions):• Active Student Engagement• Academic Conversations• Formative Assessment• Feedback
Classroom Coaching & Support (2 days):• Work with teachers to implement new
professional learning;• Observe and provide feedback of classroom
observations;• Consult with classroom teachers and education
specialists;• Assist campus administration with classroom
observation check points;• Help PLCs with lesson planning Audience: K-12
Fee: 4 sessions on-campus PD + 2 days campus coaching $4500
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Kim Watts
ACTIVE STUDENT ENGAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING *NEW!*
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Active Student Engagement Professional Development & Coaching 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”).
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TExGuide provides teachers with a bridge between curriculum, aligned resources, and instructional planning. TExGuides increase the efficiency and quality of lesson planning for teachers, which directly impact student learning outcomes.
TExGuides are aligned with TEKS Resource System curriculum, including the scope and sequence of instructional units. Each HyperDoc includes:• Unit overview and key understandings• Unit vocabulary with corresponding activities• Student expectations with aligned engagement
activities, sample learning• Experiences and formative assessments• Sample unit assessment• Unit resources• Relevant professional development
opportunities
Fee: Per student pricing. Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Grant Kessler
TEXGUIDE - CURRICULUM MAPPING GUIDES
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Curriculum Mapping Guides 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Our mission is to increase the capacity of district and campus-level instructional coaches by strengthening the partnership between leadership, instructional coaches, and teachers.
Instructional Coaching Pathways Program (ICP): Formerly known as The Instructional Coaching Network (ICN), this program has been redesigned and re-developed to be a differentiated approach to targeted professional learning. It provides the opportunity for participants to improve their coaching craft and grow their practice and skill through a series of 8 half-day sessions (9:00am – 12:00pm). To maintain fidelity and commitment to learning, registration within the pathway needs to remain consistent.
Pathway 1: Content CoachingRecommended Audience: Instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, technology coaches,Purpose: In this pathway, participants will expand their knowledge of content-area best practices and their capacity to coach teachers to improve student learning. This pathway is intended for those who coach multiple content areas.
Pathway 2: Advanced Coaching ElementsRecommended Audience: Instructional coaches, curriculum specialists, coaches needing or wanting the next level of coaching in order to dive deeper into their role.Purpose: In this pathway, participants will explore the four essential elements of the coaching profession: Building Relationships, Coaching Skill, Group Facilitation, and Pedagogical Knowledge. This pathway is intended for experienced coaches who wish to continue their growth and development in each of these elements.
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Stacey Durham
INSTRUCTIONAL COACHING PATHWAYS
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Instructional Coaching Pathways. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Pathway 3: Hot Topics in CoachingRecommended Audience: Instructional coaches of varying levels of experience, curriculum specialists, technology coaches, district-level leadership, administrators.Purpose: To keep participants informed regarding the latest research and just-in-time strategies to apply to their coaching practice. Hot topics are based on the surveyed needs of the districts we serve. Fee: Plan A 1-4 Members $1,280
Plan B 5-10 Members $3,200 Plan C 11-15 Members $3,600 Plan D 16-24 Members $4,800 Plan E 25-35 Members $7,000 Plan F 36+ Members $9,000 Add-On: Virtual Coaching Services $80/hour
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RSK! is an online tool that can improve the quality of early childhood programs. The tool empowers teachers to gather more accurate student data through authentic assessment, group children for differentiated instruction, and align their teaching with the PreK Guidelines. Ready, Set, K! helps strengthen connections between assessment, planning, and instruction cornerstones of best practice in early childhood education. With this tool, teachers are able to monitor student progress, identify gaps in Tier 1 instruction, group students for Tier II intervention, complete and print report cards aligned to the PreK Guidelines, and compare data across students, teachers, and campuses. To view the RSK! informational flyer, visit http://bit.ly/28QbR12.
DetailsWe provide three levels of support for the Ready, Set, K! program and online tools. All packages include:• Access to seven webinar trainings designed to
help teachers use the tool effectively• Unlimited help desk support (Monday-Friday
8:30 am-4:00pm)• Access to sample student portfolios, data
collection, checklists, and other supportive resources
• Technology program maintenance and updates, as needed
Package A:Basic On-boarding Support: A full day training designed to give first-time users an overview of the Ready, Set, K! Participants will leave with a solid foundation in the inner workings of program tools and their use.
Package B:Ready, Set, K! In Practice: A full day training devoted to guiding teachers to develop a more in-depth level of implementation of the Ready, Set, K! program. Online Participants will design a scope and sequence to ensure program tools are utilized and implemented with fidelity. Recommended for teachers who are already familiar with RSK!
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Stacey Durham
SCHOOL READY - READY, SET, K! (RSK!)
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for School Ready - Ready, Set K (RSK) 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Package C: (Combination of both packages A and B)
Fee: Package A: $250 PER Pre-K class Package B: $250 PER Pre-K class Package C: $300 PER Pre-K class Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for
pricing
20This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Xtreme Reading with SIM Strategies PD and Coaching. This Agreement is entered
into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Xtreme Reading is a comprehensive reading curriculum that integrates instruction in 8 SIM (Strategic Instruction Model) reading comprehension and motivation Strategies across a single school year. It includes explicit instruction in each Strategy: guided practice, meaningful feedback, and independent practice in generalizing and transferring the Strategies within and outside school. ESC Region 13 Strategic Instruction Model Specialists will support teachers in Xtreme Reading with extensive professional development and with coaching both in the classroom and through long distance learning. This commitment provides campuses with both professional development and academic coaching without schools having to incur the cost of a full time Xtreme reading specialist. ESC Region 13 can support your campus with the following services:
Xtreme Reading Materials from the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning:• 8 Instructor’s Notebooks with all materials
including daily, detailed lesson plans that include a combination of the following instructional components: warm-up activities, guided reading, whole-class Strategy instruction, student-practice activities, vocabulary building activities and end-of-lesson ending activities. (The pace is designed to keep students engaged throughout the entire class period.)
• Student materials: one student notebook with all learning sheets and activities and 4 manuals with leveled reading passages for student lessons (all can be copied for number of students enrolled in the reading class).
• Supplemental materials and lessons on a DVD
Professional DevelopmentAll teachers instructing Xtreme Reading will attend 7 training sessions offered at ESC Region 13:
• A 2 day institute in August for professional development in the Xtreme Reading course structures including foundational vocabulary
XTREME READING WITH SIM STRATEGIES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING
Strategies, goal-setting and motivation Strategies, and the ACHIEVE classroom management procedures.
• 5 days of SIM Professional Development: Self-Questioning, Inference, and Paraphrasing.
3 Days of Classroom Coaching & Support on the Campus• Work with teachers to implement new
professional learning on teaching the Xtreme Learning Strategies while following the daily lesson plans
• Observe and provide feedback of classroom observations
• Coach and model lessons during on-site visits• Provide feedback about effective instruction• Review student data review with teachers and
administrators• Support Xtreme Reading teachers with regular
ZOOM online meetings.
Audience: Middle & High School (6-12)
Fee: $2,500 PER TEACHER Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
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TEKS Resource System (TEKS RS) is a comprehensive, customizable, curriculum and assessment management system; it offers TEKS-aligned curriculum, resources, and assessment items for each of the core subject areas and bilingual.
Direct link to overview video: https://region13.wistia.com/medias/w68h9y5jab
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide full access to the TEKS Resource
System Texas Management Curriculum Program;
• Provide training for designated district curriculum leaders on the operation and implementation of the system;
• Provide opportunities for professional development and technical assistance
The District/Charter agrees to:• Designate a district contact/representative for
coordination purposes;• Provide professional development and support
for teachers and administrators to effectively implement TEKS RS
Additional information about TEKS Resource System is found at: www.esc13.net/teks-rs
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
TEKS RESOURCE SYSTEM (CURRICULUM)
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Grant Kessler
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for TEKS Resource System (Curriculum) 2019-20. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Discovery Education Streaming Basic uses engaging multimedia resources to add power toteachers’ lessons while supporting rigorous curriculum requirements and rich digital learning environments.
Available for District, Small Private LEA, Small District and Multi-campus purchases.
DE Streaming Basic contains:• Instructional video clips• Digital images• Audio files• Interactive skill builders and games• Content collections• Quizzes• Writing prompts• Access to both teacher and student accounts• Professional learning resources for teachers,
and more
Discovery Education subscriptions agreed to under this commitment will be active September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2020.
DE Basic and Add-On packages available (including PLUS and Science for Elementary and Middle Schools).
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide training sessions for campus users;• Respond appropriately to concerns and
problems with program; and• Invoice district in the fall semester following
order placement.
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Furnish program delivery site contact person
info;• Prohibit unauthorized use of the product; and• Pay fees within 30 days of invoice.
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
DISCOVERY EDUCATION (DE) STREAMING MEDIA
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Tim Brown
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Discovery Education (DE) Streaming Media. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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ESC Region 13 Distance Learning services help districts make almost limitless connections around the globe to collaborate, connect and create with other classes, experts and institutions. Administrators stay current with the latest rules and regulations updates from TEA. Teachers remotely attend workshops and PD offerings for continuing education credit and collaborate with peers. Students collaborate around the globe, take college courses for dual credit, access specialty courses and take virtual field trips. Everyone enjoys both the cost and time savings from reduced travel outside of their district.
DetailsAnnual DLN membership fee for district/charter:
Basic membership option $2,000• Unlimited access to recordings of TETN events
and other ESC Region 13 offerings subject to approval of the host of the conference
• Unlimited troubleshooting of distance learning equipment/connections via phone and email at a moment’s notice per district’s needs
• Technical support/assistance for virtual field trip participation (eg. Connect2Texas, etc.)
• Access to special distance learning events (e.g. Mrs. Claus, career exploration series, etc.)
• Regular listserv updates of upcoming distance learning opportunities
• Ability to borrow webcams for events• Access to one Zoom Pro account for district use
Premium membership option $3,000• All of the above PLUS:• Connecting and active, real-time monitoring
of daily/weekly video conference event/class offerings, including troubleshooting with end users as need be
• With prior scheduling, monitoring of video conferences during ESC Region 13 holidays/off-hours
• Post recordings of district meetings and special events in video storage/streaming portal with ability to share viewing links
• Basic editing of recorded video clips
DISTANCE LEARNING NETWORK
• Access to Zoom cloud connectors to allow connection of Zoom meetings to other video conference equipment
• With prior scheduling approval, access to Zoom webinar room for up to 500 attendees
• Access to multiple Zoom Pro accounts assigned to district users as needed, based on availability
• Kubi carts for homebound students
In the past, for districts to view TETN updates from TEA, membership in our Distance Learning Network was required. Starting in the 2019-2020 school year, live viewing access of these TETN updates will no longer require any membership. Recordings, however, will be only made available to members of our Distance Learning Network.
ESC Region 13 will provide network members with desktop video conferencing, bridging, technical and provider services to support interactive video conferencing (IVC). ESC Region 13 is not part of the agreement between a district and content provider for fees and will not be liable for any loss of funds due to lack of connectivity, change of plans, value of content or rescheduling.
Fee: Basic membership option $2,000 Premium membership option $3,000 Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Tim Brown
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Distance Learning Network. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
24This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Internet-based Texas Computer Coop Software (iTCCS). This Agreement is entered
into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
A district/charter/state agency agrees to subscribe to the TCC Internet- Based Texas Computer Cooperative Software (iTCCS) Business Information System (BIS) and/or Student Information System (SIS) with support from the ESC Region 13 for school year 2019-2020. The product description of the iTCCS, and the responsibilities of the TCC, Region 13 and district can be found in the Service Level Agreement and Subscription located at www4.esc13.net/itccs.
FERPA: Participating school districts and charter schools also agree to disclose personally identifiable information (PII) from student education records in accordance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
According to FERPA regulations, disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests is acceptable. A school official is a person employed by the school as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel) or a person serving on the school board. A school official also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of the school who performs an institutional service of function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education records. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.
INTERNET-BASED TEXAS COMPUTER COOP SOFTWARE (ITCCS)
ESC Region 13 staff in the iTCCS support and TSDS roles are considered contractors outside of the school who perform an institutional service of function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of Personal Identifiable Information from education records.
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Cindy Neitsch
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TimeClock Plus is a hosted time and attendance solution for districts and charter schools who use the TxEIS system.
TimeClock Plus (TCP) has agreed to provide web-based time and attendance software and other related services, specifically for automated collection, management, and disbursement of employee hours and for interfacing with TxEIS. ESC Region 13 will maintain and host the software and provide first level support for the product. District/charter is responsible for obtaining TimeClock Plus software training and support directly from TimeClock Plus at district/charter expense.
ESC Region 13 agrees to: • Provide first level support• Interface with TxEIS• Maintain and Host Software• Install TimeClock Plus software updates/
upgrades
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide Web-Based or clock access for
employees• Provide information for site contact person;
and pay fee within 30 days of invoice• Obtain TimeClock Plus software training and
support from Time Clock Plus
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
TIMECLOCK PLUS
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Michael Naber
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Time Clock Plus. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
26This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for TSDS PEIMS Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of
approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The Texas Student Data System (TSDS) Cooperative is designed to provide in-depth and timely information on PEIMS and other TSDS submissions, critical issues, training, and technical support for school district personnel assigned to TSDS Steward roles.
Cooperative participants will receive the following services from ESC Region 13:• Ongoing oversight, guidance and support to the
LEA Stewards as needed• Extensive TSDS technical support via phone,
webinar and email• Manage and provide logistics for Field
Coordination Network and provide updates to LEA TSDS Stewards· Schedule, coordinate, and create deliverables for meetings with the ESC Region 13 LEAs for each TSDS Component area as needed
• TSDS Trainer of Trainers (TOTs) sessions in a timely manner as the ESC Champions receive updates from TEA
• Relay all relative information received from ESC TSDS Champion training sessions regarding TSDS to all ESC Region 13 LEA Stewards
• Lead or facilitate TSDS Component training for LEA Stewards
• ESC Region 13 TSDS Champion will maintain TSDS Certification
• Set ESC Region 13 submission due dates for all TSDS submissions
• Participate in ESC Region 13 cross division training as applies to TSDS
• Assist with district improvement of data accuracy to raise CCMR scores
• Review district TSDS data for reasonableness, utilizing TSDS reports and OnDataSuite
On-Site TSDS services:On-site training and TSDS assistance is available at an additional fee of $800/day.
Fee: $2,750 with a $500 discount to iTCCS and TxEIS clients
TSDS PEIMS COOPERATIVE
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This service is for districts who need the attention of an IT professional on a regular basis or to help with technology projects. This support provides dedicated service and attention to technology projects, to desktop support, and the support of all technology needs in between.
The purpose of this service is to provide professional technical services to participating districts, meeting their computer maintenance, local area network configuration, server maintenance, or any other technical support issues.
DetailsTechnical support hours can be purchased at the following rates:This commitment applies to prepaid contracted services at the following rates:• 1 to 95 hours at $95 per hour• Over 95 hours at $85 per hour
“On Demand” support, not contracted or prepaid will be charged $105 per hour. Contact Steve Stroud to request this support.
ESC Region 13 agrees to provide remote and on-site technical support as requested by the participating district.• If all day support is needed, the technical
services specialist will arrive no later than 8:30 AM and will depart the district no later than 4:00 PM with up to a one hour lunch taken between 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All on-site visits include a one hour travel charge.
• Remote support for technical services is available between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Remote support can be scheduled in advance. Urgent issues will be handled on a first come first serve basis. Unless agreed upon by both parties prior to work being performed, work outside of these hours will be charged at a rate of 1.5 to 1, meaning that each hour will be counted as 1.5 hours against purchased support hours.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICE
Please see www4.esc13.net/txed/premium-support-agreement for more detail.
Note: Some of the costs of these services qualify for E-Rate reimbursement, i.e. installing or configuring Network/Server services. Desktop support does not qualify. Please confirm this information with USAC (E-Rate).
Fee: 1 to 95 hours at $95 per hour Over 95 hours at $85 per hour “On Demand” support, not contracted or
prepaid will be charged $105 per hour
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Steve Stroud
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Technology Support Services. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
28This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for TXED Internet Service. This Agreement is entered into as of the date
of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
TXED Internet Service - E-Rate Eligible***Pricing for 2019-2020 school year is provided via quote under E-Rate guidelines.
District Technology Directors and ESC Region 13 IT Services staff have access to this information via email. Superintendents may request this from either party.
TXED Internet Service is an E-Rate Eligible service, and conforms to the timeline dictated by E-rate, which differs from the timeline for all other commitment forms. The dollar amount for this service is entered into the commitment forms system for information purposes only, so that superintendents may have easy access to this during annual budget processes.
ESC Region 13 provides pricing via quote under E-Rate guidelines. If this quote for service has been accepted by the district, then the signed commitment form will be visible in the district’s SIGNED contracts.
ESC Region 13 operates a wide area network referred to as TXED. TXED is built with the needs of school districts in mind. Our service provides more than just Direct Internet Access (DIA). We work with and support only School District, and are always striving to provide them with needed services.
Our basic service provides Internet Access provided through our core, where bandwidth is supplied through multiple/diverse path/providers. Standard carriers provide a DIA (direct internet access) service with little or no support. That’s where the similarities end and our added value takes over.
Pricing is built on 3 components and differs between districts, due to the variability of the cost of the transport or DIA carrier. 1. The cost of transport between the district
(leased lit fiber) and our core.2. Bandwidth cost at our core3. Management charge
TXED INTERNET SERVICE
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Steve Stroud
The following is a partial list of benefits that we consider added value to being a part of our network:• DDOS mitigation tools and team. This becomes
very valuable if and when DDOS attacks/waves hit your district network.
• Firewall configuration, management, monitoring, and consultation.
• Added security layer between you and the internet.
• 24 hour SNMP network edge/connection monitoring, including graphs on demand.
• Unlimited IP space. Plenty external addresses at no cost.
• Multiple upstream/diverse carriers. Not dependent on a single carrier.
• Access to hosted storage.• Direct access to our support team for more
than just internet issues.• Network design (internal and external)
consulting• “BEAR” and “SPI” E-Rate filing options• IPv6 and BGP services
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
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The Enterprise Information System for Texas Schools (TxEIS) is a district-hosted or ESC-hosted suite of applications for business, student, and PEIMS services. The TxEIS team can provide consultation on the use of “best practices” to improve operations for business and student processes.
BusinessAccounts Receivable, Asset Management, Budget, Employee Access, Finance, Human Resources and Purchasing, Bank Reconciliation, Warehouse.
StudentAttendance, Discipline, Grade Reporting, Graduation Plan, Health, Registration, Scheduling, Special Education, Test Scores, txGradebook, txConnect and txMyZone.
State Reporting - Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS)The Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) encompasses all data requested and received by TEA about public education, including student demographic and academic performance, personnel, financial, and organizational information.
From To Both Applications
Single Application
0 249 16,711 10,926
250 499 18,961 12,319
500 749 22,281 14,462
750 999 31,173 20,353
1000 1499 33,422 21,746
1500 1999 46,813 30,423
2000 2999 53,454 34,815
3000 3999 61,275 39,850
4000 4999 64,595 41,992
TEXAS ENTERPRISE INFORMATION SYSTEM (TXEIS)
Pricing is determined by student enrollment. Enrollment data is taken from AskTED and is the Enrollment as of October 2018. The enrollment charge does not include Query Services, or custom programming. Pricing is tiered per enrollment range.
Clients who are transitioning to another software solution may purchase a continuing subscription to the TxEIS software in 6 month increments.
Inquiry – only access maybe purchased in 6 month increments, priced at 20% of the standard subscription, with a minimum fee of $3,000.
Special Programming Services: TxEIS Custom Programming: $100.00 per hour
Fee: Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Michale Naber
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
30This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for TXEIS Student Information Services. This Agreement is entered into as of the
date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
TxEIS Student Information Services is designed to provide support and training for personnel new to the task of managing student data for LEAs with an enrollment of 200 or less. This service is a three year transition plan for new personnel in which full TxEIS Student Information Services are provided in years one and two, followed by supplemental services year three.
Details of Years One and TwoThe following support and service is provided to the LEA ESC Region 13 will:• Identify ESC Region 13 personnel responsible
for serving in the roles of Attendance Clerk, Registrar, and PEIMS Coordinator.
• Provide 10 on-site visits – 1 visit approximately every 4 weeks starting in September, 1 visit before school starts, and 1 visit at the end of the school year.
• Provide 6 mid-cycle check-ins via phone and Zoom sessions.
• Complete submissions for each TSDS and PEIMS submission as listed in the Texas Education Data Standards (TEDS), including a resubmission if required.
• Oversee the maintenance of student enrollment and attendance data.
• Collect and maintain student attendance data for audit purposes, leaving data on-site during monthly visits.
• Oversee the maintenance of documentation for student enrollment, grade reporting, and attendance.
• Provide extra TxEIS training sessions for LEA personnel as required beyond formal TxEIS trainings.
Details of Year Three
• Identify ESC Region 13 personnel responsible for serving in the supplemental roles of Attendance Clerk, Registrar, and PEIMS Coordinator.
• Provide 5 on-site visits – 1 visit approximately every 4 weeks starting in September, 1 visit before school starts, and 1 visit at the end of the school year.
TXEIS STUDENT INFORMATION SERVICES
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Michale Naber
• Provide 6 mid-cycle check-ins via phone and Zoom sessions.
• Assist with each submission for TSDS and PEIMS as listed in the Texas Education Data Standards (TEDS), including a resubmission if necessary.
• Advise on the maintenance of student enrollment and attendance data.
• Advise on the maintenance of student attendance data for audit purposes.
• Oversee the maintenance of documentation for student enrollment, grade reporting, and attendance.
• Provide calendar listing of TxEIS formal training sessions for LEA personnel.
Fee: $14,000/year for Years One or Two $7,000/year for Year Three
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The At- Risk Services Network is designed to keep school personnel up- to -date and informed on best practices related to at- risk students. The network will provide the opportunity for school personnel from all areas to be informed, share information and resources, build a network of support with other campuses and districts, and hear presentations by Texas Education Agency, ESC Region 13 staff and other professionals.
At- Risk Criteria include students who are:• Not making adequate academic progress, as
indicated by assessment instruments, grades, or retention;
• Pregnant or parenting;• Placed in a DAEP/AEP or expelled;• Involved with Juvenile Justice System;• Identified as previously dropped- out;• Of limited English proficiency (LEP);• In the custody or care of the Department of
Protective and Regulatory Services, or have been referred to the department;
• Homeless;• Residing in a residential placement facility,
substance abuse facility, emergency shelter, psychiatric hospital, halfway house, or foster group home
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to provide 8 workshops on the following topics:
• Drop- out Prevention• Mental Health Issues• Cultural Diversity• Trauma• Grief• Other topics identified by member districts.
AT-RISK SERVICES NETWORK
Each participating school district/charter agrees to provide release time for school personnel to attend trainings
Fee: $1000 for up to 10 registrants. $1500 for up to 20 registrants. $3500 Five-Day On-Site Contract $7000 Ten-Day On-Site Contract
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Paula Freeman
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for At-Risk Services Network. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
32This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Autism/Developmental Disabilities. This Agreement is entered into as of the
date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The Autism/Developmental Disabilities agreement is designed to provide highly qualified specialists to districts and campuses to support their needs relating to the instructional needs of students with autism and significant developmental disabilities. ESC Region 13 will provide support for administrators, special education teachers, and/or para-educators in classroom design and environment, the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, data collection for progress reporting, and meetings the academic, communication, social, and behavioral needs of these students. The services provide districts with the knowledge and skills of autism and life skills specialists without incurring the cost of a full -time specialist position.
DetailsESC Region 13 can support your district and/or campus with a full continuum of services:• Program Planning and Support
» Classroom design and environmental supports
» Provide professional development on topics identified through needs assessment.
• Classroom Support » Classroom observations; » Debriefing and support with teachers and/
or para-educators; » Recommendations for strategies and
interventions; » Model lessons
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide direct service to each participating
district for the number of days purchased with the agreement;
• Clarify needs of the district and/or campus before beginning services;
• Collaborate in the development of action plans and provide recommendations to administrators, teachers and other identified personnel.
AUTISM/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
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The participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide release time for classroom teachers
when recommended to work on identified action plan items;
• Provide meeting and/or training locations; and support a collaborative relationship between the campus administrator and the Autism/Developmental Disabilities specialist.
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pricing
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The goal of the Behavior Event Interview (BEI) process is to develop Turnaround Leadership Profiles that capture and understand in detail how principals, assistant principals, and teacher leaders perform various aspects of their work, in order to assess readiness for the work of a turnaround principal or teacher leader, and to allow for individualized supports of future leaders. Benefits• The Turnaround Leadership Profile process
provides candidates the opportunity to reflect and articulate evidence of turnaround competencies.
• Campus or district leadership may utilize the results of the BEI process to select principals and other leaders.
• BEI data may be used to create a pool of district and campus turnaround leaders.
• Data in the Turnaround Leadership Profile may be used to inform targeted professional development opportunities.
ProcessThe Turnaround Leadership Profile process utilizes a specialized interview technique wherein candidates are asked to describe their detailed actions and thinking in past work events. Research indicates that traditional interview techniques rarely uncover competencies that predict future performance differences. Too often, candidates speak in generalities about what they think they should or would do, not about what they actually do at work. Fortunately, it is possible to learn what people actually do through the BEI process. Knowing what candidates have done to achieve success at work is one of the strongest predictors of how they will seek success in the future.
BEHAVIOR EVENT INTERVIEW (BEI)
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CompetenciesTurnaround leader and teacher competencies stem from extensive research of the best known, measurable distinguishers between very high performers and more typical or low-performing leaders in a turnaround setting. Within a turnaround situation where failure has become an entrenched way of life for students and staff, leaders need stronger and more consistent habits in these critical areas to transform the school for learning success. (Research via Public Impact).
Fee: For questions and pricing options please contact Robin Southall
*NEW!*
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Behavior Event Interview (BEI). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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The Behavior Specialist Cooperative is designed to provide highly qualified specialists to districts and campuses to support their needs relating to behavior issues. ESC Region 13 will provide cooperative members with support for general education as well as special education needs. Membership in the cooperative provides districts with the opportunity to contract the services of behavior specialists in order to avoid having to incur the cost of a full -time specialist position or to provide additional support to a specialist position.
DetailsESC Region 13 can support your district and/or campus with a full continuum of services:
Program Planning and Support• Evaluate current behavior support practices;• Provide recommendations for best practices in
behavior programming;• Provide consults on PBMAS discipline
indicators; and• Provide training on topics identified through
needs assessment.
Classroom Support• Classroom observations;• Debriefing with teachers;• Provide strategies and interventions.
Individual Student Support• Facilitate multi- disciplinary Functional Behavior
Assessments;• Facilitate development of formal and informal
behavior intervention plans.
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide direct service to each participating
district for the amount of days purchased with the agreement;
• Clarify needs of the district and/or campus before beginning services;
• Collaborate in the development of action plans and provide recommendations to administrators, teachers and other identified personnel.
BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST COOPERATIVE
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide release time for classroom teachers
when recommended to work on identified action plan items;
• Provide meeting and/or training locations; and support a collaborative relationship between the campus administrator and the behavior specialist.
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Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Albert Felts
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Behavior Specialist Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
35This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Title I, Part C - Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center
(“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
This Letter of Agreement establishes a Shared Services Arrangement (SSA) between ESC Region 13.
Funding Allocation within the SSA:
Member District: The member districts Title I, Part C Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act Grant allocation is managed by the Fiscal Agent. The Member District may file expenditure reports with the Fiscal Agent to be reimbursed for expenditures supporting its Title I, Part C Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act program.
Fiscal Agent: The Fiscal Agent manages Member Districts Title I, Part C Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act Grant allocations on behalf of the Member District. The Fiscal Agent retains a portion of Member District funds for ESC Region 13 staff to provide services and products to Member Districts. The Member District Allocation flows through to the Member District from the Fiscal Agent, based on expenditure reports filed by the Member Districts.
Contract Year: July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020
Program Assurance:ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for the SSA, is responsible for ensuring that funds are used in accordance with the Title I, Part C Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act fiscal and program provisions and assurances and the requirements of the Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
1f. Use of Funds• ESC Region 13 will use its Fiscal Agent
Allocation to provide Title I, Part C Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Act professional development, technical assistance, fiscal assistance, and, as appropriate, products at either reduced costs or no cost to the Member District(s) of this SSA.
ESSA TITLE I, PART C - CARL D PERKINS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ACT SSA
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• ESC Region 13 professional development, technical assistance, and fiscal assistance will be provided by appropriately certified ESC Region 13 staff. These services may include, but are not limited to:
» Coordination and purchase of educational career resource materials,
» Technical assistance, » Performance- Based Monitoring System
technical assistance, » Compliance Visit preparation, Performance -
Based Monitoring and MOA preparation, » PEIMS coding technical assistance for CTE
students » Professional development, » Program planning, evaluation, and coherent
sequences, » Online surveys developed by ESC Region 13
for students and parents, » District site licenses for Career Cruising and
career research software programs, » Completion and management of the Title I,
Part C Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act grant application and amendments,
» Budget management, » Priority acceptance for Member District
teachers into CTE Educator Certification Program,
» Implementation of the Strategic Plan for 2019- 2020,
» Products, equipment, and services that support career and technical education,
» Career Cluster alignment and Pathway development,
» Activities for special populations.
Fee: There is no fee for participation in this SSA
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The Counselor Support Service Cooperative will provide school counselors with the opportunity to build a stronger and more informative counseling presence at their school and implement programs that meet state and federal requirements. The Counselor Support Service Cooperative is designed to provide support to LEAs relating to social/emotional and academic counseling. This includes topics such as: individual counseling supports, graduation requirements, assessment information, college and career readiness issues, and accountability support. Participants will be provided information and updates in order to stay current with the latest research and best practices related to school counseling as well as how they can implement intentional initiatives that will positively impact campus/district A-F Accountability.
Sample Services• Calendar reminders of due dates and
requirements• Listserv communications• Consultations on counselor issues via email
and phone• Counselor website for resources and
information
Sample Technical Assistance• Evaluation of the Comprehensive Guidance
Counseling Program• Assistance in developing guidance activities• Review master schedule, course offerings
and graduation plan documents to ensure college and career readiness requirements are in compliance with Chapter 74 graduation requirements
Sample Professional Development Opportunities• Required Annual:
» Sexual Abuse of Children » Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect » Suicide Prevention » Mental Health Training
COUNSELOR SUPPORT SERVICE COOPERATIVE
• Monthly Sessions to include: » Academic Advising information » Timely A-F Accountability Initiatives/
activities » Chapter 74 Graduation Plan
Implementation » Social/Emotional Support programming
for comprehensive guidance » Small group and individual mental health
education and therapy techniques• Other Events/Services
» Ethics and Legal updates
The LEA agrees to participate in the Counselor Support Service Cooperative with ESC Region 13, during the 2019-2020 school year.
Description:The Counselor Support Service Cooperative has these primary goals:• Improve the knowledge and skills of school
counselors to increase the understanding of the needs of their students;
• Improve the quality of services provided to school counselors by assisting LEAs to develop and implement programs that meet state and federal requirements; and
• Develop and provide materials and resources to meet the needs of the LEA’s program.
Fee: Tiered pricing, $450/counselor max, with discounts for multiple participants.
Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing.
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Tisha Kolek
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Counselor Support Services Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
37This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Career and Technical Education Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of
the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The Career and Technical Education Cooperative (CTE) is designed to keep practicing CTE faculty and administrators, et al., up to date and informed on all of the latest information at the federal and state level. The network provides the opportunity for CTE faculty and administrators, et.al., to hear from and share with fellow campus counselors, hear presentations by Texas Education Agency (TEA), ESC Region 13 staff, and build a network of support with fellow CTE faculty and administrators. CTE faculty and administrators will be given a reminder of important dates, funding, and other relevant information provided via e mail.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:• Facilitate the completion of the Perkins grant
application for the school district;• Provide the opportunity to participate in
meetings with ESC Region 13 CTE Shared Service Arrangement (includes training and resources as needed);
• Coordinate the implementation of the CTE Strategic Plan as appropriate in meeting district objectives and in district online CTE evaluation processes;
• Provide the opportunity to participate in the purchase of equipment, software (Career Cruising), and products or services in the Shared Service Arrangement at reduced cost (along with other districts);
• Provide the opportunity for CTE staff, administrators, and counselors to participate in CTE sponsored workshops at ESC Region 13 at no cost;
• Coordinate and facilitate two CTE Department Meetings in your district to include information about relevant topics such as Programs of Study, Work- based Learning, Career Preparation, required CTE program evaluations, and summer conference information, etc.;
• Provide site license and training for Career Cruising for up to four campuses;
• Provide student training to develop a leadership
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
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organization with the intent to create a college-going culture on the high school campus, free participation in career awareness activities for elementary students, and for high school students; and
• Provide consultation time to discuss district-specific needs such as professional develop-ment, training, career cluster alignment, and development of Programs of Study, as needed.
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide release time for CTE faculty and
administration to attend network meetings.
Fee: $2500 per district
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DMAC Suite is a suite of internet hosted, multi-user software applications.
ESC Region 13, in agreement with ESC Region 7, offers a suite of online tools for data management. The applications provided by DMAC exist to supply Texas educators with the tools and services necessary to develop and improve the quality of education provided to students. DMAC is entirely web- based, which provides several advantages over traditional, stand alone software.
DMAC includes numerous optional components to support decision makers in data analysis, assessment and planning, and tracking of federal and state accountability measures, all driven by student academic performance data sourced from state and local assessments like STAAR, TELPAS, TPRI, and Tejas LEE.
DMAC Services, 2019-2020 Special Pricing rates are based on an external Shared License Agreement (SLA).
To request a price list and services for 2019-2020, please complete this commitment form and submit it. ESC Region 13 staff will follow up with you to communicate pricing details, then modify this commitment form to reflect the options you choose.
The external SLA document will be on file with [email protected] at ESC Region 13. You may request a copy of it via email.
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DMAC SUITE
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for DMAC Suite. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
39This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Early Childhood Rider 78. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
In an effort to meet the coaching requirements of Rider 78, ESC Region 13 has designed several support options that will enable a district/campus to meet Options #6 and #7 of the Rider 78 highly qualified teacher requirements.
The high-quality prekindergarten components referenced in Rider 78 in regards to teacher qualifications, stipulate that each prekindergarten teacher within a school district or charter school should receive professional development that includes a mentor/coach for your prekindergarten teachers. A mentor/coach could be:• An early childhood expert• Early childhood staff from an ESC• Instructional coach within/outside of school
district• Supervisor• Principal or other leadership personnel with
an early childhood background within school district
• Coach from early childhood-focused organization, such as the Children’s Learning Institute (CLI) or Texas School Ready (TSR)
• Peer teacher who is considered an expert in early childhood education or in a specific early childhood skill or practice
• Coach/Leader/Facilitator of an established professional learning community
• Professional mentor/coach who specializes in technology-based coaching
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:Provide professional coaching/mentoring through a variety of ways, including, but not limited to the following:• Face-to-face interactions (ongoing planned and
unplanned interactions between the mentor/coach and the protégé)
• Professional Learning Communities (ongoing planned interactions between the mentor/coach and a group of protégés that are working or learning the same knowledge, skill or practice)
EARLY CHILDHOOD RIDER 78
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• Technology-based coaching (ongoing planned interactions between the mentor/coach and the protégé that are facilitated through some form of technology rather than face to face interactions)
• Hybrid or combination of methods
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Designate a district contact/representative for
planning purposes;• Provide release time for selected teachers to
participate in the core activities of the coaching relationship;
• Permit the ESC Region 13 education specialist to provide on-site visits to the campuses and classrooms, as appropriate;
• Provide student performance, demographic, and program data for evaluation measures.
Fee: $2500/teacher max, with discounts for multiple participants. Log in to www.contracksplus.net/?esc13 for pricing.
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ESC Region 13, in agreement with Eduphoria!, provides a web-based data and assessment solution which allows districts to access data in a rich, interactive format. The Premium Suite includes the following applications at no additional cost: Aware, Forethought, Workshop, PDAS, Helpdesk, Formspace, and Facilities and Events.
The Eduphoria! product works to empower teachers. The integrated applications assist in every aspect of the school day, from lesson planning to monitoring student progress, streamlining administrative duties, and providing a collaborative platform for education professionals. The Premium Suite includes six applications. A description of each application follows. A district may purchase some applications (Strive, and Aware) separately.
SchoolObjects:aware will take your benchmarking experience to a whole new level! Instant results from one central location are a mouse click away. Region 10 is offering SchoolObjects:aware not only so you can access and analyze data, but so you can develop benchmark tests, and even build student personal graduation plans. Just think of the time you will save!
• Analyze STAAR data in a rich, interactive grid • Create and share custom data views to focus
on important issues for your district• Develop easy- to -administer benchmark tests• Print answer documents on plain paper and
scan with inexpensive retail scanners• Create a district bank of benchmark questions• Build student personal graduation plans• Deploy secure student forms for almost any
purpose• Create views of data for easy publishing to staff
members • Generate graphs automatically as you are
interacting with your data • Connect external data for analysis
EDUPHORIA! SCHOOLOBJECTS AND TEKSBANK
TEKSBank, the online bank of test questions and resources developed and aligned to Texas STAAR Student Expectations. More than 40,000 items aligned with the cognitive and procedural rigor of the TEKS and STAAR. TEKSbank includes items for grades 3- 11. TEKSbank also includes ALL of the STAAR released test items, ALL STAAR released tests, Spanish items for grades 3 5 and resource arrays aligned to the TEKS. For more information, visit: www.teksbank.com
• Written to the 4 core subjects • Grades 3- 11 • Over 40,000 questions• Search by standard or keyword• Authoring tool• Item numbers will stay the same• Change content within the question• Reduce answers choices• Change images within the question• Organize text into categories • Tabs to navigate within the system • Change layout, type and resources• Able to design a test booklet• Simplified sharing of test
Fee: Pricing varies based on options selected. Contact ESC Region 13 staff for current price list
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Eduphoria! SchoolObjects and TEKSBank. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
41This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Inclusion Supports (PGC). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of
approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The Inclusive Supports agreement is designed to provide highly qualified specialists to districts and campuses to support their needs relating to the instructional needs of students with special education eligibilities served in general education and resource settings. ESC Region 13 will provide support for administrators, special education teachers, general education teachers, and/or para-educators in master scheduling, co-teaching, the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, and data collection for progress reporting. These services provides districts with the knowledge and skills of inclusion specialists without incurring the cost of a full-time specialist position.
DetailsESC Region 13 can support your district and/or campus with a full continuum of services:
Program Planning and Support• Master scheduling tools and support• Provide professional development on topics
identified through needs
Classroom Support• Classroom observations;• Debriefing and support with teachers and/or
para-educators;• Recommendations for strategies and
interventions;• Model lessons
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide direct service to each participating
district for the number of days purchased with the agreement;
• Clarify needs of the district and/or campus before beginning services;
• Collaborate in the development of action plans and provide recommendations to administrators, teachers and other identified
INCLUSION SUPPORTS
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Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide release time for classroom teachers
when recommended to work on identified action plan items;
• Provide meeting and/or training locations; and support a collaborative relationship between the campus administrator and the Inclusion Support.
Fee: $15,000 for 30-day contract $ 7,000 for 10-day contract $ 3,500 for 5-day contract
42This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code for MAPSS. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and
between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
MAPSS:• A comprehensive campus review process
designed to effectively inform improvement, strengthen strategic planning efforts, and stimulate sustainable change.
• Real time observations of your current school environment and insights from the voices of your own staff, students, and families.
• A straight forward, user-friendly report generated from a team of educational experts.
Process The MAPSS process commits a highly qualified team of educational experts to the campus to:• Study data specific to your school.• Make an on-site visit to your school.• Facilitate interviews of students, educators and
parents.• Conduct classroom observations throughout
your school.• Analyze survey results from your student,
teacher and parent surveys.• Compile a personalized report regarding the
current state of your campus. Benefits• A complete scan of the school environment
that generates targeted feedback and prioritized areas for action.
• Data that identifies and provides an enriched understanding of current school practices as collected through survey, interview, and observational protocols.
• Guidance in identifying resources that support the unique improvement efforts of the school.
MAPPING A PATHWAY TO STUDENT SUCCESS (MAPSS)
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Progress MonitoringThe MAPSS Team Site Visit can be conducted annually in order to monitor progress of campus improvement initiatives. Reviewing annual data from these services can support continuation or abandonment of programs, provide insight into further trainings needed, and monitor progress in perceptions of multiple stakeholder groups. Positive changes in data can be the impetus to celebrate gains which can support staff motivation to undertake further improvement efforts.
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A Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is a systematic data driven program designed to address academic concerns and problem behavior by utilizing both prevention and intervention strategies. Our MTSS Framework is the umbrella for the various tiered initiatives including Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Response to Intervention (RtI), Restorative Practices (RP), Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Trauma Informed Care (TIC) and mental health. All the initiatives include: universal screening, data-driven decision making, progress monitoring, interventions with increasing levels of intensity that address student need, and a problem-solving process to make decisions. The ESC Region 13 model of MTSS will address these elements through a variety of modalities including face-to-face training, on-site and virtual coaching, online training and resources, ongoing feedback and support for LEA staff and ESC specialists.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:
MTSS Year One - Training and Coaching Support:• Four days of professional development for
members of the campus MTSS team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and the 2019-20 school year). Training will address integrated Tier One implementation of MTSS practices and implementation of MTSS at a school wide.
• Four on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and MTSS coach).
• Monthly 2 hour Zoom virtual trainings to occur after school.
MULTI-TIERED SYSTEMS OF SUPPORT
MTSS Year Two Training and Coaching Support: • Four days of professional development for
members of the campus team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and 2019-20 school year). Training will address, tiered levels of support including tier two and tier three interventions in the MTSS process.
• Four on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and MTSS coach).
• Monthly 2 hour Zoom virtual trainings to occur after school.
Each participating school district/charter school agrees to:• Identify the MTSS initiative as priority either in
the campus and/or district improvement plan; and develop a campus MTSS team to support schoolwide implementation.
• Identify a district contact for planning, coordination and communication purposes; and
• Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the MTSS initiative
Fee: $6500 per campus
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*NEW!*
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence based practice for putting systems in place that support positive academic and behavioral outcomes on your campus. The PBIS framework allows for campuses to develop infrastructure for school -wide behavior and discipline management. PBIS is part of a multi-tiered system of support designed to provide school environments, educators and students a menu of school- wide and classroom based support that will improve behavior and increase academic success.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:
PBIS, Year One Training and Coaching Support: • Four (4) days of professional development
for members of the campus team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and 2019-20 school year). Training will address school -wide systems of support.
• Four (4) on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and PBIS coach).
PBIS, Year Two Training and Coaching Support: • Four (4) days of professional development
for members of the campus team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and 2019-20 school year). Training will address school -wide systems of support, tiered levels of behavior support focusing on classroom and individual student systems.
• Four (4) on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and PBIS coach).
POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORT
Each participating school district/charter school agrees to:• Identify the PBIS initiative as priority either in
the campus and/or district improvement plan; and develop a campus PBIS team to support school -wide implementation.
• Identify a district contact for planning, coordination and communication purposes; and
• Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the PBIS initiative (multiple year support, reinforcement systems, additional trainings identified by action plan, etc.).
Fee: $4,000 per campus
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Positive Behavior Interventions & Support. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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The Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD) agreement is designed to provide highly qualified specialists to districts and campuses to support their needs relating to the instructional needs of students with special education eligibilities ages 3 to 5. ESC Region 13 will provide support for administrators, special education teachers, general education teachers, and/or para-educators in classroom design and environment, the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, data collection for progress reporting, and meeting the academic, communication, social, and behavioral needs of these students. These services provides districts with the knowledge and skills of PPCD specialists without incurring the cost of a full -time specialist position.
DetailsESC Region 13 can support your district and/or campus with a full continuum of services:
Program Planning and Support• Classroom design and environmental supports;• Provide professional development on topics
identified through needs assessment.
Classroom Support• Classroom observations;• Debriefing and support with teachers and/or
para-educators;• Recommendations for strategies and
interventions;• Model lessons.
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide direct service to each participating
district for the amount of days purchased with the agreement;
• Clarify needs of the district and/or campus before beginning services;
• Collaborate in the development of action plans and provide recommendations to administrators, teachers and other identified personnel.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (PPCD)
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Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Provide release time for classroom teachers
when recommended to work on identified action plan items;
• Provide meeting and/or training locations; and support a collaborative relationship between the campus administrator and the PPCD specialist.
Fee: $15,000 for 36-day contract $ 7,000 for 10-day contract $ 3,500 for 5-day contract
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Pivotal Leadership Coaching is a structured and trusting partnership to support leaders in fast-paced, decision making roles. Coaching opens the leader to recognize pivotal moments for achieving personal and organizational goals. A professional leadership coach supports the leader in everyday decision making, long range planning, and just-in-time leadership solutions.
Leaders create their own schedule to receive coaching on the telephone or via online video conversation. These one hour coaching calls drive the leader toward action. Goal check-ins (via email, texts, or brief calls) occur between the leader and the coach as needed.
Leaders and their coaches attend an orientation session/goal setting session together before calls begin.
Client: School Leaders to include Superintendents, Principals, Assistant Principals, Teacher Leaders, Central Administration staff
Individualized coaching packages are available. Please contact April Briscoe ([email protected]) for more information.
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide a 2-3 hour, face to face group or
individual Pivotal Leadership Orientation session on campus
• Provide eight, one hour individual coaching calls for each participating school leader over the course of the school year
Each participating school district/charter agrees to provide release time for leaders to participate in:• A 3-hour, face to face group Pivotal Leadership
Orientation session on campus• Participate in eight, one hour individual
coaching calls over the course of the school year
Fee: $1,300
PIVOTAL LEADERSHIP COACHING
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Pivotal Leadership Coaching. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
47This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Restorative Discipline. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of
approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Restorative Discipline (RD) is a philosophy and system wide process that works to change the school culture rather than merely responding to student behavior. When implementing restorative discipline a shift in practice occurs that results in a culture that is inclusive, builds fair process into decision-making practices, and facilitates student learning to address the impact of their actions through an approach that allows for true accountability, skill building, cooperation, and mutual understanding. RD will not only reduce the number of suspension and expulsions in schools, it also will increase class instructional time leading to greater opportunities for academic success.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:
RD, Year One - Training and Coaching Support: • Four days of professional development for
members of the campus RD team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and the 2019-20 school year). Training will address RD practices and implementation of RD at a school wide level.
• Four on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and RD coach).
RD, Year Two - Training and Coaching Support: • Four days of professional development for
members of the campus team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and 2019-20 school year). Training will address, tiered levels of support including reintegration and restorative conferencing
• Four on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and RD coach).
RESTORATIVE DISCIPLINE
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Each participation school district/charter school agrees to: • Identify the RD initiative as priority either in the
campus and/or district improvement plan; and develop a campus RD team to support school-wide implementation.
• Identify a district contact for planning, coordination and communication purposes; and
• Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the RD initiative
Fee: $4,000 per campus
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The Rural School Leadership Network (RSLN) provides targeted, on-site professional development and networking opportunities for rural school principals and assistant principals in ESC Region 13. The network will address relevant topics such as:
• A-F Accountability Updates• Current TEA Requirements• T-TESS and T-PESS Supports• Student Growth Measures• TEKS Alignment• Professional Learning Communities• College, Career, Military Readiness (CCMR)• Staffing and Scheduling• Targeted problem solving using Problems of
Practice NetworkAs a member of the network you will have the opportunity to develop professional relationships with principals and assistant principals in your area. The RSLN is designed to foster collaboration and provide opportunities to share challenges, strengths, and resources among peers.
LocationLet the experts come to you. Services will be available in two separate areas in the region (based on district participation), RSLN East and RSLN West. Take advantage of joining the network with your neighboring districts.
PerksThroughout the 2019–2020 school year network members will receive:• Monthly on-site area professional development
opportunities• Access to the Principal to Principal RSLN
collaboration website• Private RSLN networking and resource-sharing
site
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RURAL SCHOOL LEADERSHIP NETWORK
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Rural School Leadership Network. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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RtI is a framework that addresses the needs of all students through a continuum of services which provide:• High Quality Instruction for general education
classrooms and tiered intervention strategies aligned with individual student need;
• Frequent monitoring of progress to make results-based academic or behavioral decisions, and
• Assessment of student needs on a campus in order to made educational decisions about the identification and placement of students needing intervention.
Region 13 RtI Specialists will provide the following:1. 1 day of RtI Team training at ESC Region 13 on
August 15, 2019.2. 1 day of follow up RtI Team training at ESC
Region 13 on October 17, 2019.3. 4 professional development sessions for the
members of the RtI team at ESC Region 13. Teams will choose 4 workshops from the ones offered:
» Entry & Exit Criteria for Identification and Placement of Students in Intervention
» Progress Monitoring » Research validated Tier 2 and 3
Interventions in reading and math » Tiered Behavior Interventions » Formative Assessment » Leadership and School Structures to
Support RtI4. One day of RtI team training at ESC Region 13
in May 2020 » To evaluate student progress in order to
make data based decisions for the 2020-21 school year.
» The RtI action plan will be revised to meet the identified needs of students after progress monitoring of data throughout the year.
5. 3 days of on-site coaching visits (topics for visits will include administrator meetings, staff professional development, school and district RtI Team meetings, and PLC meetings at schools).
RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RTI)
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6. Access to the RtI Network which meets quarterly and receives RtI Updates via email regularly.
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Identify the RtI initiative as a priority in the
campus and/or district improvement plan and develop a campus RtI team to support school-wide implementation
• Identify a school/district contact for planning, coordination, and communication purposes
• Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the RtI framework which includes multiple year financial support, research-validated intervention programs or resources, assessments for universal screening and/or progress monitoring, data analysis programs or training.
Fee: $4000 per district
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Response to Intervention (RtI). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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TEA is auditing; let us help you prepare.
Background: The Texas Education Agency in response to the Office of Special Education Programs findings of non-compliance developed a Strategic Plan to address improvement of special education programming in Texas: https://tea.texas.gov/texassped. TEA has developed a Review and Support team to monitor districts, with 1/3 of districts in the state having annual desk audits and up to 20% of districts in the state having on-site visits annually.
ESC Region 13 special education accountability and compliance support assists special education administrators in reviewing and improving systems and practices to include the continuum of services, operating guidelines, service delivery and staffing, evidence of provision of services, and ARD/IEP development and implementation. Let us help with the program compliance, professional development, and required PBMAS staging interventions as needed. Let us help you be in great shape for a TEA desk audit or on-site visit.
Audience: Special Education Directors, Others supervising special education services and implementation, and Superintendents
DetailsESC Region 13 can support your district with the following areas impacting compliance:• Folder audit using TEA compliance documents• Operating Guidelines review and editing• Staffing review based on student IEPs and
documented needs• Continuum of service walks to ensure district is
offering a full range of instructional settings• Review of IEP implementation documentation
systems and/or student schedules• Professional development and/or resources to
address identified areas of non-compliance
SPECIAL EDUCATION COMPLIANCE SERVICES
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ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide direct service to each participating
district for the amount of days purchased with the agreement;
• Clarify needs of the district and identify areas to be addressed before beginning services;
• Collaborate in the development of action plans and provide recommendations to administrators, teachers and other identified personnel.
Each participating school district/charter agrees:• Provide access to student folders, and district
special education documents and systems• Provide meeting and/or training locations
Fee: $7,000 for 10-day package $3,500 for 5-day package $2,250 for 3-day package
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Special Education Compliance Services. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
51This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Social Emotional Learning (SEL). This Agreement is entered into as of the
date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Intentional development of social emotional skills allows students and staff members to learn from interactions that are happening every day. These lessons range from increasing the sense of a student’s place within a greater community, to building a stronger sense of empathy and ultimately responsible decision making skills. Social Emotional Learning is part of a multi-tiered system of support designed to provide school environments, educators and students the skills necessary to choose how to improve behavior and increase academic success by focusing on the five core SEL competencies; self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, and social awareness.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:
SEL Training and Coaching Support:• Four days of professional development for
members of the campus team at ESC Region 13 (during summer 2019 and 2019-20 school year). Training will address identification of systems currently in place, self-assessment, and how to improve focus on SEL related competencies.
• Four on-site coaching visits (topic determined by administrator and SEL coach).
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Identify the SEL initiative as priority either in
the campus and/or district improvement plan and develop a campus SEL team to support school-wide implementation.
• Identify a district contact for planning, coordination and communication purposes; and
• Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the SEL initiative.
Fee: $4000 per campus
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)
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Strategic Planning is a process that empowers stakeholders, such as parents, students, district employees, city officials, business partners, and clergy, to collaboratively shape the future of their school district. Through this process, the district and community become partners in creating a 3-5 year plan. This shared sense of ownership enables districts to overcome obstacles and discover new possibilities for students.
Process The certified Strategic Planning team will:• Train and gather vital input from district board
members and/or leadership teams.• Facilitate a diverse group of community
stakeholders in crafting beliefs in alignment with the district vision/mission that are unique to the community.
• Guide a committee comprised of community members to identify objectives and strategies that will best meet the district’s mission.
• Assist in creating semester-by-semester action plans to carry out each strategy.
• Create a 3-5 year, District-wide Strategic Plan.• Assist in the presentation of the Strategic Plan
to the school board for approval.
Benefits • The process creates buy-in from all stakeholder
groups, and organizes to them to action around a common purpose.
• Creates a context to guide annual improvement planning at the district and campus level.
• The process identifies new systems that can best meet the strategic objectives and calls for the abandonment of redundant or obsolete practices, eliminating waste and ensuring efficiency toward student achievement.
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STRATEGIC PLANNING COOPERATIVE
Register: www.contracksplus.net/?esc13Contact: Robin Southall
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Strategic Planning Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
53This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Title I Part A SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of
approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
Member District: 70% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title I, Part A grant allocation is the Member District Allocation within the SSA.
Fiscal Agent: 30% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title I, Part A grant allocation is the Fiscal Agent Allocation within the SSA.
Contract Year: July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020
Service Duration: July 1, 2019 to August 30, 2020
ESC Region 13 technical assistance, professional development, specialized services, and fiscal assistance will be provided by appropriately certified ESC Region 13 staff.
These services may include, but are not limited to:
Coordination of educational resources, Technical Assistance, Professional development planning,Preparation of SAS ESSA Consolidated Application and Compliance Report, Title I, Part A grant administration services, planning and maintenance, and Hire and retain qualified personnel sufficient to assist the LEA members and Title I, Part A programing while acting as the Title I coordinator of the SSA.
Assist LEA with:Sustained, on-going staff development and follow-up activities based on needs assessments of district/campus and evidence based research related to Schoolwide and targeted assistance programs, technical assistance in the form of on-site consultations, web based or cluster meetings, and provision of on-going communication of essential information and TEA updates, provide training, technical assistance, and support of LEA needs assessment, campus/district improvement plans, and program evaluation and other functions as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA),set aside required homeless and parent- involvement funds, collaborate with the LEA to
ESSA TITLE I, PART A SSA
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determine transferability, coordinate services across Title programs and other regional service centers, and contract, negotiate services and manage any third-party tutoring arrangements. Fee: There is no fee for participation in this SSA
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Contract Year: September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020
Program Assurance:ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for the SSA, is responsible for ensuring that funds are used in accordance with the Title III, Part A fiscal, program provisions, assurances, and the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
Basis for Fiscal Agent and Member District Allocations within the SSA• The Member District Allocation is either $500
or 10% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title III, Part A ELA grant allocation, whichever is greater.
• The Fiscal Agent Allocation is the remainder of the 2019-2020 Member District Title III, Part A ELA grant allocation. Region 13 will provide the Member District its Member District Allocation based on the Member District sending ESC Region 13 a completed Expenditure Report. The Member District must file its Expenditure Report no later than August 31, 2019.
Use of FundsESC Region 13 will use its Fiscal Agent Allocation to provide Title III, Part A professional development, technical assistance, fiscal assistance, and products at either reduced costs or no cost to the Member District(s) of this SSA, as appropriate.ESC Region 13 professional development, technical assistance, and fiscal assistance will be provided by appropriately certified ESC Region 13 staff.Member District must not exceed the Texas Education Agency SAS grant application major object budget categories without prior written approval of ESC Region 13.
Grant Activities• Completion of the ESSA Consolidated
Application• Completion of the ESSA Annual Compliance
Report
ESSA TITLE III, PART A - ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, LANGUAGE ENHANCEMENT & ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT FOR LEP STUDENTS SSA
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Compliance and Accountability• Bilingual programs: Design and development• ESL programs: Design and development• LPAC guidance and support• Program Evaluations
Assessment/Data Disaggregation• TELPAS• STAAR
Language Support• Professional development to promote
Academic and Social Language Development and improve the proficiency of English learners
• Dual Language• ESL• English Language Proficiency Standards
(ELPS)• Sheltered Instruction• Parental, family, and community engagement
activities• TOT Parent Literacy Trainings
Fee: There is no fee for participation in this SSA
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for ESSA Title III Part A - English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement & Academic Achievement for LEP Students SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13
and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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Funding Allocation within the SSA:
Member District 70% of the 2019-2020 district Title IV Part A Student Support and Academic Enrichment allocation is the Member District Allocation within the SSA.
Fiscal Agent: 30% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title IV Part A Student Support and Academic Enrichment allocation is the Fiscal Agent Allocation within the SSA.
The Fiscal Agent administers the Member District grant allocation on behalf of the Member District. The Member District Allocation flows through to the Member District from the Fiscal Agent.
Contract Year: July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020
Service Duration: July 1, 2019 to August 30, 2020
Program Assurance:ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for the SSA, is responsible for ensuring that funds are used in accordance with the Title IV, Part A fiscal and program provisions and assurances and the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
ESC Region 13 and the Member District, for the purpose of this contract, may act as Purchasing Entities for purchases made with their fiscal allocations within the SSA; and Member District must remain in the SSA for the entire Contract Term.
1b. Provisions, Assurances, and Certifications
ESC Region 13 will use its Fiscal Agent Allocation to provide at either reduced costs or no cost to the Member District(s) of this SSA Title IV, Part A professional development, technical assistance, fiscal assistance, and, as appropriate, products.
ESSA TITLE IV, PART A - STUDENT SUPPORT AND ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT GRANT SSA
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Natalie [email protected]
ESC Region 13 professional development, technical assistance, and fiscal assistance will be provided by appropriately certified ESC Region 13 staff. These services may include, but are not limited to:• Music and Arts Support• Service Learning• Accelerated Learning• Integrated multi disciplinary studies• Religious Studies• Behavior/Classroom management training• Restorative Discipline• Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
Program• Coordination of educational resources,
Technical assistance, Professional development planning, Program evaluation, Administrator instructional leadership support, Preparation of SAS ESSA Consolidated Application and Compliance Report, Title IV, Part A grant administration services, Budget planning and maintenance, and Professional development
Fee: There is no fee for participation in this SSA
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for ESSA Title IV, Part A- Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state
entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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The Bilingual/ESL Cooperative for Districts not in the Title III SSA provides services that will assist districts in providing quality instruction to English learners. These services will enhance the work of teaching staff, administrators, parent liaisons, and other key personnel to help students meet academic and linguistic achievement standards set by the state of Texas.
NOTE: ESSA Title III-Part A monies may be used to fund this cooperative; supplement and not supplant regulations may impact allowable services.
The Bilingual/ESL Cooperative for Districts not in the Title III SSA has three primary service goals:• Improve the quality of service provided to
English Learners by assisting districts to develop and implement programs that meet state and federal requirements
• Support districts in analyzing student data to enhance student achievement
• Assist districts in implementing instructional practices to linguistically accommodate content
ESC Region 13 agrees to:• Provide professional development and
technical assistance in identified area(s) of support for English Learners
• Provide opportunities to attend distinguished speaker presentations at a reduced registration rate
• Provide program reviews and audits at a reduced rate
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Designate a district contact/representative for
planning purposes• Provide release time for key personnel to
participate in the core Bilingual/ESL activities of the cooperative
• Collaborate with the ESC Region 13 Bilingual/ESL team members to provide on-site visits to campuses/classrooms
BILINGUAL/ESL COOPERATIVE FOR DISTRICTS NOT IN THE TITLE III SSA
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• Make facilities available for in district professional development activities
• Provide student performance, demographic, and program data for evaluation measures
Benefits of MembershipBilingual/ESL Professional Development Opportunities at ESC Region 13:• Sheltered Instruction Blueprint• ELPS Toolkit and Observation Guide• Newcomer Training• Writing instruction for ELs• Vocabulary strategies• Guided reading trainings• Formative assessment trainings• Bilingual programming and instructional
practices• Trainings delivered in Spanish
Conferences/Series• 2019-2020 CIMA Series
» Cultural Proficiency » Sheltered Instruction » Bilingual Instruction
Technical Assistance• Program review• Program design and development• LPAC support/guidance• Data analysis• Folder audit
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This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Bilingual/ESL Cooperative for Districts not in the SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
57This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Homeless Education Cooperative. This Agreement is entered into as of the date
of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The Homeless Education Cooperative provides opportunities for district/charter homeless liaisons and administrators to gain information and insight on selected critical topics, and to network with other ESC Region 13 homeless liaisons and school personnel. In an effort to provide guidance, technical assistance, and resources, featured presenters (e.g. experienced homeless liaisons, educators, and community agency/organizationsthat assist students and families experiencing homelessness) are invited to speak at cooperative meetings.
Fee: $1000 per district
HOMELESS EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
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Contract Term: July 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020
Option 1100% of the Member District Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program Allocation is retained by ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for this SSA.
Option 250% of the Member District Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program Allocation is retained by ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for this SSA and 50% of the Member District Allocation flows through to the Member District.
ESC Region 13 Responsibilities:• Provide trained staff for recruitment and
NGS, including Certificate of Eligibility (COE) signature of eligibility Reviewer and Recruiter;
• Prepare SAS ESSA application for Migrant Program SSA;
• Provide training and technical assistance pertaining to Performance- Based Monitoring Analysis System;
• Prepare District Amendment, if applicable;• Maintain financial accounting records for the
Title I, Part C Migrant funds;• Provide Migrant Program guides, forms and
other required materials;• Offer staff development for required
components and the Seven Areas of Focus;• Provide information and facilitate access to
the services and resources of Migrant Program Special Projects;
• Provide updates and information on relevant topics and state initiatives;
• Provide technical assistance as needed and upon request;
• Coordinate the delivery of supplemental and ancillary service;
• Assist with the completion of the Annual Performance Report;
• Review district Family Surveys and schedule follow- up home visits;
• Conduct recruitment interviews to determine program eligibility;
ESSA TITLE I, PART C - MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM SSA
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• Complete COE for all eligible students;• Process all district data as required by the New
Generation System (NGS) Guidelines;• Provide NGS reports upon request and as
necessary for district planning;• Maintain records as required by state and
federal guidelines;• Coordinate SSA Parent Advisory Committee
activities;• Facilitate educational support at home;• Facilitate transition to post secondary
education;• Conduct needs assessment and program
evaluation of the Title I, Part C program;• Provide supplemental counseling related
services to eligible migrant students;• Provide counseling related services to SSA
Member Districts;• Provide services related to secondary credit
recovery, credit accrual, graduation planning, and graduation enhancement;
• Coordinate communication and collaboration between program staff, center staff, client groups, state and federal agencies.
Fee: No fee for either Option 1 or Option 2
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Title 1 Part C Migrant Education Program SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
59This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for State Compensatory Education/Special Allotment
Monitoring Program (SAMP). This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
The State Compensatory Education/SAMP Cooperative is designed to provide school personnel in ESC Region 13 with information and insight on select topics related to the administration of state special allotments and opportunities for networking with other ESC Region 13 clients.
DetailsESC Region 13 agrees to:• Offer two days of training for district/charter
personnel;• Provide guides and templates for
Administrators relating to key provisions and strategies for implementation of State Compensatory Education and Special Allotments;
• Provide updates for Administrators pertaining to selected topics including Special Allotment Monitoring Program;
• Provide two technical assistance sessions with district or campus administrators, such as review, evaluation, and revision of District/Campus Improvement Plans, job descriptions/duties, and allowable activities for each special allotment;
• Offer 50% discount on additional technical assistance sessions with district or campus administrators
• Select session speakers based on expertise and topic knowledge;
• Provide ample opportunity to discuss targeted topics and other critical issues;
• Provide networking opportunities.
Each participating school district/charter agrees to:• Appoint a State Compensatory Education/
SAMP contact person;• Attend each session to the extent possible;• Assist in preparations for technical assistance
sessions, such as preparing files for review and coordinating with additional Administrators with duties related to the focus of the technical assistance sessions;
STATE COMPENSATORY EDUCATION/SPECIAL ALLOTMENT MONITORING PROGRAM (SAMP)
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• Limit participation to two district persons or his/her representative to attend training;
• Provide cancellation notice 24 hours in advance when possible.
Fee: $1000 for unlimited participants
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Member District: 70% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title II, Part A grant allocation is the Member District Allocation within the SSA.
Fiscal Agent: 30% of the 2019-2020 Member District Title II, Part A grant allocation is the Fiscal Agent Allocation within the SSA.
Contract Year: July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020
Service Duration: July 1, 2019 to August 30, 2020
Program Assurance:ESC Region 13, as the Fiscal Agent for the SSA, is responsible for ensuring that funds are used in accordance with the Title II, Part A fiscal and program provisions and assurances and the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Financial Accountability System Resource Guide.
Member District must remain in the SSA for the entire Contract Term.
1b. Provisions, Assurances, and Certifications
Both ESC Region 13 and the Member District are responsible for operating in accordance with the Provision, Assurances, and Certifications stated in the TEA Standard Accountability System (SAS) Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) grant application.
1c. Ownership of Assets and Notice of Grant Award Status
ESC Region 13 will use its Fiscal Agent Allocation to provide at either reduced costs or no cost to the Member District(s) of this SSA Title II, Part A professional development, technical assistance, fiscal assistance, and, as appropriate, products.ESC Region 13 professional development, technical assistance, and fiscal assistance will be provided by appropriately certified ESC Region 13 staff. These services may include, but are not limited to:
ESSA TITLE II, PART A - TEACHER AND PRINCIPAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING
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• Coordination of educational resources, • Technical assistance,• Professional development planning,• Program evaluation,• Preparation of SAS ESSA Consolidated
Application and Compliance Report,• Title II, Part A grant administration services,
planning and maintenance
Professional development for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators throughout the year, such as:• Administrator instructional leadership support,• Content area training• Instructional coaching• Instructional Coach Training• Instructional Technology Training• Behavior/Classroom management training.• Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
Program
Fee: There is no fee for participation in this SSA
This is an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement entered pursuant to Chapter 791 of the Texas Government Code, for Title II Part A Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting SSA. This Agreement is entered into as of the date of approval, by and between Education Service Center Region 13 and other state entity i.e. ISD, charter/private school, or Service Center (“LEA”). ©2019-2020 ESC Region 13
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ESC Region 20’s Online Commitment System provides clients with an online process for completing and submitting commitments for the following Products and Services offered by/through ESC Region 20.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL CONSORTIUM FOR BUS DRIVERS
FOOD AND COMMODITY PURCHASING COOPERATIVE
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER PHYSICAL EXAM COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING COOPERATIVE
STUDENT DRUG TESTING CONSORTIUM
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ESC Region 20201-370-5205
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