TTESS and TPESS Overview of Implementation and Local

T-TESS and T-PESS Overview of Implementation and Local Decisions

T-TESS Thoughts… ü "Great teaching is at the core of every quality education system. " ü "Research shows that there is no greater in-school factor than having an outstanding education in the classroom. " ü T-TESS was developed by educators for educators. ü T-TESS is aligned to research-based, best practices for teaching and learning. ü The T-TESS Rubric aligns directly with the new Texas Teacher Standards. ü The T-TESS process provides for actionable, timely feedback, allowing teachers set goals and identify professional development that will lead to refinement in knowledge and skills. © Texas Education Agency

T-TESS Timelines 2014 -2015 65 Pilot Districts 2015 -2016 200+ Districts for Refinement 2016 -2017 Statewide Implementation © Texas Education Agency

• Formalize what highly effective educators already do • Develop habits of selfassessment, reflection, and adjustment • Collaborative, supportive cultures Student Achievement T-TESS Rubric Overview © Texas Education Agency

T-TESS Rubric Overview Planning • • Standards and Alignment Data and Assessment Knowledge of Students Activities Professional Practices and Responsibilities Learning Environment Instruction • • • Achieving Expectations Content Knowledge and Expertise Communication Differentiation Monitor and Adjust • • • Classroom Environment, Routines, and Procedures • Managing Student Behavior • Classroom Culture Professional Demeanor and Ethics Goal Setting Professional Development School Community Involvement © Texas Education Agency

T-TESS Rubric Student-Centered Actions Performance Levels Rubric Teacher-Centered © Texas Education Agency Actions

Why Change?

December 2015 Spring 20 16 Summer 2016 September 2016 T-TESS Committee Principal PLC T-PESS Evaluator Training T-PESS Principal Orientation Training Host Region XI trainings Trainer-of-Trainers for T-TESS Local Decisions Attend T-TESS Debrief Policy and Meetings Administrative Regulation Revisions FAQ’s for Principals Communicate to teachers transition to T-TESS in District News Appraiser Certification Provide teachers links T-TESS Orientation to additional information and to TTESS rubric Board approval for T- io. Education Overview TESS Appraisal Calendar & Appraisers © Texas Education Agency

T-TESS Recommended Required Northwest ISD Teacher Training Half-day or Full day *same Half-day Formal/Informal Observations Multiple-formal + informal “full lesson length”. B-M-E of a lesson. 1 observation – 45 minute minimum 1 formal observation 45 minute minimum Announced Additional observations if evaluator deems necessary T-TESS Overview Goal Setting & Professional Development Plan Pre-Conference First Year of T-TESS: Pre-conference within 6 weeks of teacher orientation to assist teachers in goal-setting and professional development plan. *same Walkthrough Visits First Year of T-TESS: Pre-conference within first six weeks to assist teachers in setting goals and creating professional development plan. Goal Setting template required.

T-TESS Observation Pre. Conference Recommended Required Northwest ISD For all announced observations. *same Required for all scheduled observations within 5 days prior to observation. Each preconference should be held in person between the teacher and his/her appraiser. T-TESS Overview Observation Post- In person within 48 Within 10 business days Conference hours of observation. Annual Recertification for Appraisers Required by TEA In person within 10 business days of observation. Required by TEA

T-TESS Observation Scores Recommended Required Northwest ISD Once completed, rating scores should not be revised At the discretion of the appraiser, a revision can be to an area of “reinforcement” or “refinement” based on the post-conference discussion At the discretion of the appraiser, a revision can be made to an area of “reinforcement” or “refinement” based on the post-conference discussion. T-TESS Overview Rating scores may change in the end-of-year Summative report based upon evidence collected through the year with additional classroom walkthroughs and the summative conference. Each dimension scored separately. No overall score. Student Growth District Decision on what In 2017 -18, student growth Measure (2017 -18) data will be used will be a separate rating in T-TESS Teachers can request a second appraisal if they disagree with a summary report. TBD

District Support • Teach for Texas Training Portal • District resource folder • District common training documents • Outline of steps and procedures for teachers and administrators • Customized district forms for teachers and administrators • Teacher Self-Assessment & Goal Setting • Observation forms © Texas Education Agency

District Support • ioeducation is a system we are using to house all of our T-TESS forms and documentation. © Texas Education Agency

Texas Principal Evaluation& Support System © Texas Education Agency

Who is T-PESS appraised? All campus principals shall be appraised annually by District-designated Central Office administrators. All campus assistant principals shall be appraised annually by their principals using the alternate appraisal tool. © Texas Education Agency

Northwest ISD Core Beliefs 1. Kids come first 2. Continuous improvement is essential for continued success Our Core Beliefs 3. The success of each student is the shared responsibility of students, families, schools, and communities 4. Environment influences learning