2023 Region 7 ESC Programs & Services

TABLE OF CONTENTS COMMISSIONER’S PRIORITIES

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TEA’S EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK

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YEAR AT A GLANCE

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FEDERAL FUNDING OPTIONS

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WORKSHOP REGISTRATION

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CONTRACTED SERVICES

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SHARED SERVICES

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NO COST SERVICES

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CUSTOMIZED SERVICES

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COMMISSIONER’S PRIORITIES

By the year 2030, projections indicate that most jobs will require some training beyond high school.

This could be a traditional 4-year degree, a 2-year associate’s, or an industry credential. Today, too few Texas students are obtaining postsecondary credentials. Without bold action, Texas faces a future of diminished incomes, opportunities and resources. Initiated by the Higher Education Coordinating Board, the 60x30TX Plan is designed to ensure that a competitive and prosperous future remains for students seeking to better their lives and the lives of their families. The state has adopted 60x30TX as our collective goal.

In an effort to support far more rapid improvements in student outcomes to meet the goals of 60x30TX, the Texas Education Agency has adopted a strategic plan. The plan includes four strategic priorities and built on supporting actions to guide our work on behalf of the more than five million school children in our state. *Information collected from Texas Education Agency’s Strategic Plan Webpage https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/welcome-and-overview/tea-strategic-plan 4

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TEA’S EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK At the core of effective schools is effective instruction: interactions between students, teachers, and content determine learning outcomes. This instructional core is strengthened and supported by effective, well-supported teachers, high-quality curriculum, and positive school culture. Strong school leadership and careful planning encompass and ensure each of these levers.

The Effective Schools Framework consists of a set of district commitments and, for schools, essential actions. District Commitments describe what local education agencies do to ensure that schools are set up for success. The Essential Actions describe what the most effective schools do to support powerful teaching and learning. *Information collected from the Texas Education Agency website.

STRONG SCHOOL LEADERSHIP & PLANNING Effective campus instructional leaders with clear roles and responsibilities develop, implement, and LEVER ONE

monitor focused improvement plans that address the causes of low performance.

STRATEGIC STAFFING Campus leadership retains effective, well-supported teachers by strategically recruiting, selecting, LEVER TWO

evaluating, and assigning teachers so that all students have access to high-quality educators.

POSITIVE SCHOOL CULTURE Positive school culture requires compelling and aligned vision, mission, goals and values, explicit behavioral expectations and management system, proactive and responsive student support services, LEVER THREE

and involved families and community.

HIGH-QUALITY INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS & ASSESSMENTS All students engage daily with TEKS-aligned, high-quality instructional materials, and assessments that LEVER FOUR

support learning at appropriate levels of rigor.

EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION Campus leaders provide teachers with job-embedded professional development and access to time and LEVER FIVE

data needed to reflect, adjust, and deliver instruction that meets the needs of all students.

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2021 / 2022 YEAR AT A GLANCE

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is one of 20 regional education service centers statewide that participates in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of innovative education programs. This upcoming year will be our 56th in existence. Counties served by Region 7 ESC include: Anderson, Angelina, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Nacogdoches, Panola, Rains, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine, Shelby, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood. Education service centers do not have tax levying or bonding authority and rely on grants and contracts for funding. Revenues are received from three primary sources: federal, state, and local funds.

PERSONNEL 305 Employees 299 FTEs 8 Board Members

DEMOGRAPHICS 94 Districts 7 Charter Schools 177,965 Students Served 28,276 Staff Served 17 Counties Served

ESC SERVICE 2021-2022 3,406 Workshops Provided

21 Average Workshop Participants

71,545 People Trained

187,414 Technical Assistance Contacts

274,843 Training Hours Provided

53,015 Technical Assistance Hours

4.91 (Out of 5) Mean Score for Evaluations

DISTANCE LEARNING 1,327 Events 27,273 Participants 114 Student Distance Learning Events 5,007 Student Participants

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FUNDING OPTIONS FOR REGION 7 ESC 2023-2024 SERVICES & AGREEMENTS

Payment using federal/state grant funds for services is contingent upon school’s receipt of the award and must be aligned with the grant period of availability.

If using funds for Region 7 ESC services, ensure that these services are written into district and campus plans, if required.

Schools must comply with supplement, not supplant requirements.

Schools must ensure that use of funds complies with grant requirements.

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Allowable as an overall district expenditure.

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This fee may be paid from this fund source for the specific targeted population only. The LEA must keep documentation of justification to meet the intent and purpose of the program.

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Allowable for Title I, Part A schoolwide campuses.

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Commissioner’s Priorities

FOR QUESTIONS, CONTACT VIKI SPARKS AT (903) 988-6840 OR KERRI BRICE AT (903) 988-6719.

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WORKSHOP REGISTRATION Welcome to the Region 7 Education Service Center Workshop System. The Education Service Center (ESC) offers a variety of professional development opportunities for school and charter educators, administrators, personnel, parents, and involved community members.

Requirements for Workshop System - A valid email address to create an account and register online - A unique username and password - Your TSDS Unique ID number (LEAs) - Include work and home email addresses to receive email registrations, especially in summer - Verify account information each time you register

Process and Policy for Workshop Sessions Your workshop account moves with you from district to district. Do not create a new account if you change districts.

Simply update your account information.

- Register early. Workshops fill quickly. Our workshops involve time and effort in planning for outside presenters, books, materials, handouts, and facility arrangements.

- Registration and payment deadline is seven calendar days prior to the workshop start date.

- Registration approval only occurs after payment is received.

- If payment is not received, a participant’s registration status is changed to “dropped” and an email notice is sent.

- Admission after the registration deadline is based upon receipt of payment and availability.

- Participants receive email and/or text messages based on their preference selection in their profile.

- There is a “resend confirmation” button located under “My Upcoming Workshops” to get a confirmation resent to you.

- For special arrangements or needs, please contact the workshop contact 2 weeks in advance.

- In order to maintain the professional learning environment and the safety of minors, we ask that you do not bring children under the age of 18 when you attend training.

Workshop Fees - Fees vary depending upon district and charter Co-Op memberships with Region 7 ESC. - Region 7 ESC accepts MasterCard and Visa for online workshop registrations.

- Workshops listed for “Co-Op Members Only” are limited to persons employed by those districts.

Workshop Cancellation / Refund Policy - A refund is granted if cancellation is three calendar days prior to the workshop start date, or if Region 7 ESC cancels the workshop.

- The ESC reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances.

- If the ESC closes due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, information can be found at: · Region 7 ESC Website · Region 7 Workshop Website · Region 7 ESC Specialists and Contacts for the workshops affected by the closure will contact registered participants.

Staff Development Records - Workshop certificates are available online through your “My Content” after completion of your workshop evaluation.

- Upon completion, a certificate icon will appear under “My Workshop History”, allowing you to print your certificates at your convenience.

- Transcripts can be viewed and printed by clicking the “View/Print Transcript” or “View/Print Transcript by Date” button.

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CONTRACTED SERVICES ACADEMIC CONTENT (pg 10-11)

LEGAL CONSULTING SERVICES (pg 40)

ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP (pg 12)

PERSONNEL (pg 41)

ASCENDER (pg 14-15)

PrimeIT (pg 42)

BILINGUAL/ESL TITLE III (pg 16-17)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP SYSTEM - OmniTrack (pg 43)

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (pg 18-19) CYBERSECURITY (pg 20) DIGITAL LEARNING (pg 22-23) DMAC SOLUTIONS® (pg 24-25) eTRAIN ONLINE LEGAL TRAINING (pg 26-27) EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA) (pg 28-29) FINANCIAL SERVICES (pg 30-31) FINE ARTS (pg 32-33) FUNDING & ACCOUNTABILITY (pg 34) GIFTED AND TALENTED (pg 36-37)

PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR (pg 44-45) PURCHASING (pg 46-47) SCHOOL BOARD STRATEGIC SERVICES (pg 48-49) SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY (pg 50-51) SECURED BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENT COOPERATIVE (pg 52) SUPERINTENDENT SUPPORT SERVICES (pg 55) TEKS RESOURCE SYSTEM (pg 56-57) TExGUIDE (pg 58-59)

HEALTH, NURSES, AND P.E. (pg 38-39)

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ACADEMIC CONTENT COMPLETE ACCESS TO IN-PERSON AND ONLINE COURSES IN: • • • • •

Early Childhood ELAR Math Science Social Studies

The Academic Content Cooperative provides schools with professional development opportunities that are delivered in a variety of modalities, including: • • •

Face-to-Face Webinars Online Courses

In addition, specialists will provide onsite training and technical assistance as requested by the district.

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Benefits Include: •

Support LEAs with the STAAR Redesign, including effective classroom practices regarding new STAAR item types while keeping the focus on the content

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Opportunity to participate in cohorts of teachers bound together by unique characteristics

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Coaching, mentoring, and collaboration through a variety of venues and models

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Assistance in breaking down the English Language Arts and Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies TEKS

Early Childhood Services Include: •

CIRCLE Training

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Training and technical assistance targeting effective, research-based strategies for early childhood educators and administrators

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Trainings for Pre-K educators in all content areas in a variety of delivery methods

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Early Childhood Conference

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Training in Child Development Topics

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Technical assistance in writing a Family Engagement Plan

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EcoLand Certification and practicum hours

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Support LEAs with the implementing the revised Pre-K Guidelines

Professional development provides ongoing opportunities for educators to continue to improve their knowledge and skills so they can help students achieve. When educators learn, students learn more. Anyone concerned about their students’ futures will want to support a cycle of continuous professional growth for educators.

Source: Why Professional Development Matters by Hayes Mizell

ENHANCE YOUR TEACHERS’ SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE WITH PERSONALIZED LESSONS THAT GIVE THEIR STUDENTS THE RESEARCH, ANALYSIS, AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL ON ASSESSMENTS.

FULL ACCESS TO NATIONALLY KNOWN SPEAKERS AND CONTENT BASED CONFERENCES! Save on time and travel expenses through virtual training and coaching.

It is obvious that you take great care in crafting the material/content for these courses; this does not go unnoticed.

Happy Fenton (Palestine ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Emili Foster (903) 988-6801 efoster@esc7.net

Brooke Kinsman (903) 988-6912 bkinsman@esc7.net

Rhonda McCallie (903) 988-6808 rmccallie@esc7.net

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ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP

PREPARE TO BE THE BEST INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER POSSIBLE BY LEARNING STRATEGIES, SKILLS, TRAITS, AND BELIEFS THAT THE MOST EFFECTIVE SCHOOL LEADERS SHARE. Build the capacity of your campus and district leaders through participation in proven training and leadership development series and services.

A good principal is the single most important determinant of whether a school can attract and keep high-quality teachers.

Source: Rowland, C. (2017, February). Principal Professional Development, New Opportunities for a Renewed State Focus.

American Institutes for Research. https://t.ly/ja1D

Cost Savings Include: •

Reduced fees for the state mandated training series AEL, T-TESS, T-PESS

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FREE First Time Administrator Academy

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FREE Aspiring Administrator Academy

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FREE Impact Coaching for T-TESS Evaluators

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FREE TTESS Calibrations for Appraisers

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FREE Principal Network Newsletter

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FREE T-TESS & The Distinguished Teacher: TIA Crosswalk

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FREE SMART Goals Training

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Stacy Morris (903) 988-6992 smorris@esc7.net 12

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Melanie Hamilton (903) 988-6706 mhamilton@esc7.net

LaTonya Whitaker (903) 988-6741 lwhitaker@esc7.net

Building Effective s e i r LEADERS Se for Principals, Campus Leadership Teams, and DCSI’s This series aims to assist campus leaders with intentional learning and implementation of research based instructional leadership best practices.

Launch

Sessions Each session is focused on building effective campus instructional leadership teams with clear roles and responsibilities that develop, implement, and monitor focused improvement strategies within their school systems.

Building Your Blueprint for Success:

JUNE Creating a Compelling Vision and Mission 27-28 Building Essential Communication Skills: Essentials of Change Management

JULY 13

Building Intentional Systems of Shared Leadership:

SEPT 12

Building Capacity Through Coaching:

OCT 27

Building Effective Follow Up Techniques:

FEB 22

Building Effective Leaders Conference:

Structures to Ensure Leader Clarity & Focus

Leveraging Observations Feedback Cycles

Proactive Progress Monitoring

Leadership Showcases

Prices

Launch + A La Carte

Launch

$500 (Required)

July Session

$200

+Free Principal Coaching

Sept Session

$200

Total:

Total:

Oct Session

$200

$1,300

$1,100

Feb Conference

$200

Pick & Choose

Full Series

Full Series

[Principals Only]

[Principals + Campus Leadership Team]

Per CLT member

TO YOUR Early Bird Registration: RSVP byREGISTER March 17th for $100TEAM: off!

Stacy Morris | smorris@esc7.net

+Free Principal Coaching

Questions? Contact: Stacy Morris | smorris@esc7.net

Melissa Goulden | mgoulden@esc7.net

ASCENDER

ASCENDER provides comprehensive administrative software to school districts and charter schools throughout the state.

885 LEAs are using ASCENDER in Texas, serving approximately 839,592 students.

Source: ASCENDER 2023

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Benefits Include: •

Timely training included throughout the year

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Professional staff members committed to technical assistance and answering questions by telephone, email, or video conference

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Reasonably priced software solutions for your budget

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Discount pricing when both Student and Business are purchased together

Data Hosting Options Include: TCC (Texas Computer Cooperative) Data Center Hosting •

Secure, high-performing, resilient, and efficient infrastructure

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Automatically updated with backups, upgrades, and new releases

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Capability to run scheduled tasks multiple times a day

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Multiple layers of operational and physical security to ensure the integrity & safety of your data

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Secure data storage with hourly database backups (never lose more than an hour of data)

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Guaranteed business continuity and disaster recovery

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Maintenance-free hosting managed by ESC technical experts

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Redundant systems keep the hosting environment up and running

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Charges for third party scripts may apply if required

BUSINESS & STUDENT SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS BUILT BY TEXANS FOR TEXAS SCHOOLS. ASCENDER PROVIDES TRUSTED SOLUTIONS THAT SUPPORT EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITIES.

Why ASCENDER • Professionally designed user experience • A powerful web-based application written specifically for Texas LEAs • Integrated reporting tools and portals • Robust third-party software integration • Powerful parent and employee communication tools • Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud hosting

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

Teresa Richard (903) 988-6752 trichard@esc7.net

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BILINGUAL/ESL TITLE III 1 OUT OF 5 STUDENTS IN TEXAS IS AN EMERGENT BILINGUAL STUDENT.

In 2022, Texas’ identified English learner population reached 1,175,333.

23,984 of those identified English learners reside in Region 7, which is approximately 14% of the Region 7 student population.

Let the Region 7 ESC Bilingual/ESL Title III team assist you with customized instructional coaching and professional development.

Benefits Include: •

Customized on-site instructional coaching for teachers of English learners

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Parent, family, and community engagement support

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Data analysis to support meeting accountability standards

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LPAC, TELPAS, ELPS, and Sheltered Instruction training for administrators and staff

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Program design effectiveness evaluation based on state standards

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Title III legal updates customized for your district

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Unlimited professional development in instructional strategies for language acquisition

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Source: Enrollment in Texas Public Schools 2021-22, Student Program and Special Populations Report

Collectively, districts will save over $1,386,780 when joining the Region 7 Title III Contracted Services Cooperative versus purchasing comparable products and services from other vendors.

Cost Savings Include: •

Online courses

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ESL TExES Exam Prep

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BTLPT TExES Exam Prep

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Sheltered Instruction

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Bilingual/ESL workshops

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Cultural Awareness trainings

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Annual Summer Bilingual/ESL Conference ($250 per participant savings)

CONTENT-BASED LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION (CBLI) Source: TEA & TXEL.org

CBLI is an integrated approach to language instruction in which language is developed within the context of content delivery that is culturally and linguistically sustaining.

Sheltered instruction is a similar term used to describe instruction that makes content comprehensible while supporting language development. However, CBLI emphasizes the targeted and intentional methods used to meet the affective, linguistic, and cognitive needs of emergent bilingual (EB) students through the medium of content in the students’ primary language and/or English.

Content-based language instruction: •

applies to all programs for emergent bilingual students (bilingual and ESL),

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applies to any language of instruction (primary/partner language and English),

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is part of Tier I instruction as it provides equitable access to general content instruction,

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holds high expectations at grade level in each content area, and

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encompasses an additive bilingualism approach.

Elements of CBLI •

Culturally and Linguistically Sustaining Practices (CLSP)

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Second Language Acquisition

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Instructional Methods

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Diversified Support

For detailed information about CBLI, visit www.txel.org.

I have new ideas to share with my teachers about how to be more effective by making very simple changes. Great workshop!

Laura Cowan (Lufkin ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Carmen Delgado (903) 988-6861 cdelgado@esc7.net

April Muñoz (903) 988-6749 amunoz@esc7.net

Joseph Pino (903) 988-6793 jpino@esc7.net

Katelan Schmidt (903) 988-6816 kschmidt@esc7.net

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

BETWEEN 2012-2023, THERE WILL BE 50,557,900 JOB OPENINGS FOR CTE GRADUATES; OF THESE JOBS, 15,627,500 (30.9%) WILL BE NEW. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

The Career & Technical Education (CTE) Cooperative provides schools with professional development opportunities, technical assistance with strategic planning and implementation, and supports staff with guidance on state-approved programs.

By joining the CTE Cooperative, districts will learn how to maximize their CTE dollars, evaluate their current Programs of Study, and increase their CCMR outcome bonus.

ON AVERAGE, THE CTE COOPERATIVE WILL SAVE DISTRICTS IN REGION 7 APPROXIMATELY $113,769.

Region 7 CTE Department gives excellence a whole new meaning.

The knowledge and insight that Region 7 CTE offers has taken our department to a new level.

They always make sure we are current on CTE laws and policies.

Communication is always open and collaboration is available anytime it is needed. Region 7 CTE is THE BEST. Kim Holloway and Amber Hight (Broaddus ISD)

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Benefits Include: •

Provide customized Region 7 CTE designed catalog for marketing and recruitment, including printed copies for each incoming freshman student

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Access to Career Exploration software to high school campuses

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Mentoring services for CTE teachers and administrators, access to advanced workshop series that will focus on evaluating current programs of study, preparing CCMR outcome bonuses for future grants, and maximizing CTE dollars

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Professional development at Region 7 ESC, on-site, online, and distance learning

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Technical assistance with CLNA and Perkins Application and Program Planning

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Personalized training and/or resources on integrating CTE and academic instruction

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NCCER teacher training for up to 3 teachers

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Assist counselors in developing 4/6 year plans to achieve the implementation of programs of study

CTE PROGRAMS OF STUDY GUIDEBOOKS Through your partnership with CTE, your incoming freshmen are provided a CTE Program of Study Guidebook that supports recruitment initiatives, marketing, and fulfills compliance for Perkins.

The Region VII folks were invaluable in preparing us for our recent MOA Audit. They walked with us through the process and were always just a phone call away. They were our biggest supporters, amazing cheerleaders, and consistent source of information. They prepped not only our CTE department, but everyone involved. We now consider them part of our family!

Sherry Callahan (Quitman ISD)

Career & Technical Education gives students the academic, technical, and employability skills needed for post-secondary and workplace success.

Participation in CTE programs is closely associated with higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, and higher scores on the Texas EOC assessments.

Source: Career & Technical Outcomes in Texas High Schools - A Monograph Texas Workforce Investment Council

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Mark Parkerson (903) 988-6864 mparkerson@esc7.net

Carrie Chandler (903) 988-6810 cchandler@esc7.net

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CYBERSECURITY PROTECT YOUR DISTRICT

BY IMPROVING YOUR INFORMATION SECURITY! Membership Benefits Include:

Add-On Services Backups •

Fully managed backup solution

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Protect your districts’ data from ransomware and malicious deletion Encrypted data during transit and reset

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Cybersecurity Meetings and/or Trainings (at least 2 per year)

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Cybersecurity related advisories and notices via email

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Best-in-Class Technology

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Email access to professionals for answers to cybersecurity questions and resources

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AI-powered threat prevention, detection, and response

SentinelOne Endpoint Protection

Cybersecurity Training and Phishing Simulation (Infosec IQ) •

Setup and Management

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Phishing Simulations

Vulnerability Scans •

Monthly Scans and Reporting

Risk Self-Assessment Portal Based on Texas Cybersecurity Framework •

Policy Templates

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Training on how to use the Portal

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Access to cybersecurity professionals to answer questions

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

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Steve Vaughn (903) 988-6922 svaughn@esc7.net

Online Testing Additional item types and technology enhanced assessment items have been added to the TAG online test bank to help schools prepare for STAAR 2.0. New reports in TEKScore are available to help analyze the new data sets.

T-TESS & TIA The ability to customize options for documentation related to the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) and Domains 2 & 3 was added in T-TESS. It's also much easier to create and manage TIA calculations from customized settings, and to calibrate processes using the Skew and Correlation reports.

www.dmac-solutions.net | DMAC Help Desk 1.866.988.6777

DIGITAL LEARNING The Digital Learning Cooperative is at the forefront of finding and implementing tools and resources to transform the classroom to meet the needs created by blended learning and the impact of HB 3906 - Online Testing.

It also provides educators with the latest technological tools and training so they can positively affect student performance, expand opportunities for all students, and move toward the Distinguished level of T-TESS.

I have been getting the Library Newsletters from you via our Junior High Librarian, and I LOVE the info! These activities and resources you send are wonderful for students in all age groups!

Maximize the implementation of 1:1 initiatives!

Additional Options Include: •

Library and Digital Media Services - training and meetings for campus and district library staff, as well as the annual Library Digital Media Conference

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Internet Safety Course - four whole-group administration courses (based on grade levels) targeting student issues such as cyberbullying, social networking, ID theft, and privacy regulations

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Individual Zoom Accounts - for use by administrators, faculty, or staff to hold meetings and classes remotely

Amber Price (Diboll ISD)

Basic Membership Fee Includes: •

In-District Training for no additional charge

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Access for all district personnel to Digital Learning sessions offered face-to-face at Region 7 ESC, online, or via webinar for no additional charge

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Unlimited Access to Video Conferencing, including connections for: ◊ ESC Workshops ◊ Regional Meetings ◊ Dual-Credit Courses ◊ Regional & Statewide Student Events & Virtual Field Trips

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Unlimited attendance to the Fall Innovative Teaching & Technology (FITT) Conference and other designated special events

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Technical assistance on Digital Tools and Learning Management Systems such as Google Classroom, Canvas, SeeSaw, and Schoology

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The FITT Conference had so many great ideas for the classroom and I loved getting to collaborate with educators from around the region!

Shelby Little (Central Heights ISD)

ADDITIONAL SERVICES CLASSROOM TOOLS DISCOVERY EDUCATION EXPERIENCE Mystery Science add-on available for grades K-5

Discovery Education Experience is a digital tool to prepare learners for tomorrow. It is a simple solution to serve as your daily learning platform. It’s one secure place you can rely on for timely, relevant content + useful tools and resources to engage students, track progress, and gain professional inspiration every day.

BRAINPOP

CERTIFIED LIBRARIAN OF RECORD

Let our certified librarian do the heavy lifting to make your library a hub of learning and innovation! We will assist with: •

Ordering books and supplies

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Updating automation system/MARC

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Facilitating use of database programs

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Facilitating reading programs

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Supporting Maker Space ideas, current library staff, and Digital Learning initiatives

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Extending your library services during summer school/vacation

With BrainPOP, students have access to engaging learning games, animated movies, and activities designed with relevance, depth, and humor. Purchase includes K-12 access to the BrainPOP Combo Subscription, which includes access to BrainPOP, BrainPOP Jr., BrainPOP Español, and BrainPOP Français.

Front Row: Liz Walker, Andy Adams.

Back Row: BJ Wood, Holly Curry, Leslie Hemphill, Michelle Cooper, Michael Pettiette

PROGRAM CONTACTS Liz Walker (903) 988-6924 ewalker@esc7.net

Andy Adams (903) 988-6951 aadams@esc7.net

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DMAC Solutions

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Web-based software: •

Reports for STAAR, TELPAS and Interim

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Plans, FormWorks®, PGP and Student Portfolio)

Assessments (State Assessment) •

Student documentation and plans (LPAC, Learning

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Appraisals (T-TESS and T-PESS)

create, administer and generate 1-click

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Create curriculum maps (CIA Alignment)

reports -- now including online testing!!

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Develop Campus/District Plans (PlanWorks®)

(TAG and TEKScore)

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Compare state/local data (lead4ward)

Complete toolkit for local assessments -

DMAC drastically simplifies the task of creating and administering tests that address the appropriate TEKS at the appropriate level. DMAC also allows data to easily be disaggregated.

Gretchenn Adkins (Union Hill ISD)

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Online Testing New technology enhanced

items have been added to the

TAG application, including inline choice, equation editor, drag

and drop, hot spot, and more.

T-TESS & TIA

District Administrators can utilize

the T-TESS application to calibrate districts processes for the Teacher

Incentive Allotment (TIA). Customize TIA options for Domains 2 and 3 from counted walkthroughs and observations.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Anita Luff (903) 988-6804 aluff@esc7.net

Sarah Deller (903) 988-6814 sdeller@esc7.net

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eTRAIN ONLINE LEGAL TRAINING

ONLINE LEGAL COMPLIANCE TRAINING THAT CAN BE TAKEN FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME OR OFFICE. eTrain Advantage is an online legal training program designated specifically for educators.

These programs provide state-required preventative and compliance training using

Benefits Include:

interactive and engaging content.

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On-Demand Legal Training ◊ Staff can access all of our trainings day or night

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Certificates and course credits are awarded immediately upon completion

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Courses are updated each summer and available to staff before the upcoming school year

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Courses are approximately one hour long and meet the legal requirements for the state

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20% discount when purchasing the complete package

Courses Include: •

Bullying & Other Forms of Peer Abuse

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Sexual Harassment ◊ Certified Teachers ◊ Non-Certified Teachers ◊ Administrators

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Bloodborne Pathogens

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Ethics in Education

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Special Education/Section 504/RTI

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Legal Training for Substitute Teachers

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FERPA Everyday Compliance for Educators

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Copyright Law for Educators

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Title IX Compliance

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School Board Member Orientation fulfills the 3 hour new board member requirement

Have your employees complete the necessary compliance training over the summer!

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Source: Online Education Researchomatic

PROGRAM CONTACTS Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

Rhonda Baird (903) 988-6842 rbaird@esc7.net

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EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA)

THERE ARE 111,431 (65.9%) ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS IN REGION 7.

This is the first year in a very long time that Longview ISD has participated as a “complete member” with Region 7.

The support that has been provided

by Region 7 to the district staff has been outstanding. The Federal programs staff members are friendly and very knowledgeable regarding the programmatic and compliance requirements of the ESSA and other programs that benefit our students, teachers, and administrators. Anytime we call or email, the response is always professional and as prompt as possible.

The purpose of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps.

Stay ahead of requirements and due dates through contracted member updates, sessions, and resources. Positively impact student achievement by equipping staff with high-quality training and resources.

The support Hallsville West Elementary received from Region 7 during our process of becoming a Title 1 campus has been amazing! The staff from Region 7 were always available to help, train, answer questions, etc any time! They expertly guided us and continued to monitor and support through the entire process. They made it as streamlined and simple as possible. We are so thankful for all of the support!

Jennifer Hoskins (Hallsville ISD)

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Loretta Thompson Martin (Longview ISD)

Benefits Include: Complete Package Members receive a 10% discount on pricing as well as workshops and resources that include, but not limited to: •

Customized on-site professional development

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In-depth training, work sessions, supports and resources for ESSER II, III, and Supplemental (includes virtual and on-site support)

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In-depth training, work sessions, supports and resources for ESSA (includes virtual and on-site support)

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Weekly newsletter containing reminders of deadlines, updates, and much more

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Access to an online resource and template bank with updated additional templates

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New Federal Programs Directors meetings and Fed Camp for New or Returning Directors

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Workshops presented by TASBO

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Workshops to support Paraprofessionals

ESSA CONTRACTED SERVICES COMPLETE PACKAGE

Includes all components of both the Application/Compliance and Professional Development Support packages PLUS: • Customized, on-site professional development • Weekly newsletter exclusive to Complete Package contract members for deadlines, updates, and more

• State Compensatory Education training, support, and resources • Sessions presented by TASBO

• Quarterly Newsletter for Title I, Part A principals outlining campus requirements, deadlines, updates, and more

• EDGAR updates

• Continuation of Google Classroom with updated and additional templates

• Fed Camp for New or Returning Federal Programs Directors

• ESSER in-depth training, work sessions, supports, and resources • Private, non-profit schools equitable services indepth training, support, and resources

• Purposeful Paraprofessionals training (on-site at district request)

• Rural and Low-Income School (RLIS) Program and Small, Rural School Achievement (SRSA) Program training and assistance

APPLICATION/COMPLIANCE PACKAGE

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PACKAGE

• Application in-depth support (remote, in-person, work sessions) • Application • ADC form • Amendments • Negotiation • Compliance in-depth support (remote, in-person, work sessions) • Compliance Report • Use of Funds in-depth support • Contract Federal Programs Meetings (Breakfast Clubs hosted at various locations) • Federal Programs calendar • In-depth training and support on ESSA Maintenance of Effort (MOE), Supplement, Not Supplant (SNS), and Comparability

• Professional development opportunities on topics, including, but not limited to: • Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) • Paraprofessional Institute (Title I, Part A Paraprofessional Requirements) • Capturing Kids Hearts • Research-Based Strategies for Students in Poverty (upon district request) • Emotional Poverty 1 & 2 • Framework for Understanding Poverty Book Study • Classroom Management • Substitute Teacher Training • Nationally Recognized Speakers • Professional Development Monthly Newsletter

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Kerri Brice (903) 988-6719 kbrice@esc7.net

Michele Mangrum (903) 988-6856 mmangrum@esc7.net

Angela Clark (903) 988-6850 aclark@esc7.net

Courtney Thomas (903) 988-6817 cthomas@esc7.net

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FINANCIAL SERVICES Region 7 ESC provides a plethora of financial services for our clients on an annual, as needed, or emergency basis. LEAs needing assistance with hands-on financial processes can choose any or all services.

Financial Services

• Monthly on-site visits

• Critical Issue Sessions led by Moak Casey

• Assist with all major processes • Assist by phone and

• Zoom Hot Topic Sessions

email as needed

• Regional Networking

• Dedicated website • 5 Critical Issue Sessions led by Moak Casey

• Complete Business Office • Payroll Services • Accounts Payable Services • Monthly Oversight Services • Bank Reconciliation Services • Next Year Budget & Finance End of Year Close

“The TEMPLATE”

Eight (8) educational sessions covering

TNT

LPVS

SOF

PVS

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SERVICES CURRENTLY PROVIDED INCLUDE:

Stand Alone Services •

◊ Base includes General and Payroll Accounts

Unable to find a Business Administrator? No separation of duties? Region 7 can fill the void with our Financial Services.

Complete Business Office Region 7 becomes your Business Manager, Payroll or Accounts Payable Clerk. The Complete Business Office Comprehensive package includes Bank Reconciliation, Complete Payroll, Accounts Payable and Monthly Oversite Service at a 5% discount over purchasing separately. Additional services included in the comprehensive package: •

Post cash receipts, budget amendments, and journal entries

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Perform month-end closing and print or create electronic monthly reports

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Provide District liaison with regular Board report

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Draw down all grant funds through the Expenditure Reporting in TEAL

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Extract financial and staff data to create the required PEIMS 030 Budget, 032 Actual, and Fall PEIMS staff data 010-090 (Fall and Mid-Year submission)

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Verify Mid-Year submission against audit report

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Input approved budget into BIS System

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Create file backups as needed

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Review General Ledger on a monthly basis

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Assist with year-end procedures and close out the fiscal year to prepare for the audit

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Provide information to auditors as requested including creating ASCII file

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Record audit adjustments after completion of the audit

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Review Chart of Accounts regularly

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Expenditure analysis via the template

Bank Reconciliation Services

◊ Additional accounts may be added at a minimal additional cost •

Stand Alone Services that include The TEMPLATE

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

Teresa Richard (903) 988-6752 trichard@esc7.net

Daniela Sanders (903) 988-6993 dsanders@esc7.net REGION 7 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER

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FINE ARTS IGNITE A PASSION FOR LEARNING THROUGH THE ARTS. The Fine Arts Cooperative provides a viable means for students to develop and enhance learning in the foundation content areas of reading/language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science.

Though the Fine Arts TEKS are not tested in the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) as part of the state accountability system, the Fine Arts TEKS can be used to help students learn the skills and content that are assessed in

Benefits Include: •

Access to Fine Arts workshops and on-demand courses

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Opportunity to learn from local artists, state presenters, and national trainers

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Admission to the annual Fine Arts Festival with content specific and integrated workshops

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Addressing the need for support of the arts in meeting graduation requirements

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Student involvement opportunities through contests and showcases

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Opportunity to participate in cohorts of teachers bound together by unique characteristics

the foundation areas.

WORKSHOPS ARE FOCUSED IN: •

Art

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Music

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Dance

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Theatre

The collaboration and feedback from peers is invaluable for a Fine Arts teacher!

Susan Bledsoe (Edgewood ISD)

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PROGRAM CONTACTS Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Brooke Kinsman (903) 988-6912 bkinsman@esc7.net

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FUNDING & ACCOUNTABILITY and OnDataSuite

BUILD A STRONG FINANCIAL, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND PEIMS TEAM. The Funding & Accountability Cooperative provides LEAs with support and guidance in the areas of Finance, Accountability and PEIMS reporting for our districts and charter schools.

Funding & Accountability Cooperative:

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Exclusive Website containing checklists and resources

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Zoom Hot Topics sessions

OnDataSuite:

Data demands can be a daunting task; OnDataSuite has the power to streamline this process.

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A data warehouse software that aggregates data

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Multiple data source uploads available

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Static and ad hoc reporting capabilities

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Share reports within the organization

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Visualization tools to perform powerful analytics

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Unlimited participants for all IMS TSDS PEIMS training workshops

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Five Year PEIMS Report trending your district/ charter’s data

Compare focus groups at the student, campus, district levels

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State and federal performance level criteria

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Purchase software only or with training sessions

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Limited Scope Audit checks on Fall and Summer PEIMS submissions

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Exclusive Coop Training Workshops

PEIMS Academy:

PEIMS Academy is an add-on service of F & A designed for New District PEIMS Coordinators that includes: •

Attendance of F&A Coop Exclusive Training Workshops

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Additional Exclusive Training Workshops that are targeted for new PEIMS Coordinators

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

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Teresa Richard (903) 988-6752 trichard@esc7.net

DEANN HANSON

LORI McCURLEY

MELISSA BLISSETT

CHRISTINA BELL

TONYA CALDERON

DEVON LIPSEY

ANA CASTILLO LOPEZ

BRANDIE YOUNG

ALBA GOLDEN ISD

BULLARD ISD

DIBOLL ISD

GILMER ISD

CARTHAGE ISD

JACKSONVILLE ISD

CHAPEL HILL ISD

KILGORE ISD

ELEMENTARY DISTRICT WINNERS Region 7 ESC proudly celebrated district Teacher of the Year winners on August 4, 2022.

Pydi Oliver of Lindale ISD was selected as the Regional Winner. Congratulations to all!

PYDI OLIVER

STEVE HAMBRICK

JULIE THORNTON

RACHEL CROWN

CHARLES MEDLEY

DONNA ALONSO

KAMESHA HOBBS

LA’SHUNDA WRIGHT

BARBARA HARP

AMANDA LOCKE

LINDALE ISD & REGION 7 WINNER

LUFKIN ISD

RAINS ISD

LONGVIEW ISD

MARSHALL ISD

TYLER ISD

NACOGDOCHES ISD

WASKOM ISD

PALESTINE ISD

WHITEHOUSE ISD

For more information on the 2024 Teacher of the Year nomination process, visit WWW.ESC7.NET/APPS/PAGES/TOY

GIFTED AND TALENTED ENHANCE THE RIGOR AND ENRICHMENT IN YOUR INSTRUCTION FOR ALL STUDENTS! The Gifted and Talented Cooperative focuses on assisting districts and charter schools in achieving the standards outlined in the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/ Talented Students through comprehensive services and professional development.

Packages Include: •

Complete Includes professional development, technical assistance, Student Seminars, and access to scholarships for summer enrichment opportunities Student Seminars Includes access to Student Seminars, which provide an out-of-school environment that offers students an opportunity to work with others on exciting, challenging, and motivating projects through grade level specific programs Professional Development Provides access to professional development and technical assistance opportunities for ALL educators

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This G/T workshop was amazing!

I enjoyed having the opportunity to engage with the materials and the other teachers present.

This was one of the best workshops I have ever attended!

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Benefits Include: •

Understanding state regulations for identifying and serving G/T students

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Access to student enrichment opportunities through our Student Seminars designed around the four foundation curricular areas

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Distinguished teaching strategies with a focus on differentiated instruction using depth and complexity thinking tools as required by the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/ Talented Students

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Professional development on best practices, developments, and achievements in G/T education

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Developing materials and assisting districts in the development and implementation of local programs

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Assisting districts and charters in providing out-of-school options for gifted students through student seminars and summer scholarship opportunities

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Personalized technical assistance

STUDENT SEMINARS Each of the Region 7 ESC Student Seminars is designed to offer gifted students an array of appropriately challenging learning experiences that are commensurate with their abilities and opportunities that allow them to accelerate their strengths in a variety of areas. Student Seminars also allow gifted students throughout the Region 7 ESC to work with one another, as well as independently.

Robotics is designed for students Robotics for students in grades in grades 1-3 as a showcase which 4-12 participate in a competition allows them to build and program that focuses on team building, robots around a central thematic higher-level thinking, and concept. problem-solving. Teams participate in a board design competition and robot design, construction, and programming.

Imagination Fair is designed to allow gifted learners to hear a professional storyteller and to showcase their own storytelling and problem-solving skills by participating in storytelling groups and hands-on activities.

Innovative Inventions is a competition designed to challenge students to create and invent new ideas and products. Students use higherorder thinking skills and apply SCAMPER techniques and strategies to produce new products.

*NEW* Create is designed as a hands-on experience that will enrich, enhance, and engage K-2nd grade gifted learners through a variety of Fine Arts activities while using higherorder thinking skills.

Model United Nations is a real-world simulation designed to offer gifted students in grades 6-12 opportunities to experience global issues from multiple points of view and experience learning in a variety of challenging ways in order to become productive life-long learners.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Brooke Kinsman (903) 988-6912 bkinsman@esc7.net

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HEALTH, NURSES, & P.E. A COMPREHENSIVE, WELLCOORDINATED SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAM FOCUSING ON THE WHOLE-CHILD CAN PROMOTE THE OPTIMAL PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, SOCIAL, AND EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS.

I am so thankful for the educational opportunities provided through Region 7 for our school nurses. Sherri and Tricia work diligently to provide topics that are relevant to our practice and speakers/ presenters that are knowledgeable about the population we serve. Sometimes in our positions we feel isolated and don’t know where to turn, but I wholeheartedly recommend to all school nurses to get connected to Region 7 and attend as many of the educational opportunities made available to us. I learn something new every time I go. Thank you!

Benefits Include: •

Communicate with school nurses, health teachers, and PE teachers via email listserv

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Provide networking/training sessions for nurses

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Provide networking/training session for health teachers

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Provide networking/training sessions for PE teachers

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Provide School Health Advisory Committee training

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Provide free School Nurses’ Conference

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Provide training session for new school nurses

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Provide monthly newsletter for school nurses.

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Provide updates on school health laws, rules, and regulations

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Provide mental health coordination/education training such as, but not limited to: Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse, Diabetes, Cancer, Obesity, Teen Pregnancy, and Dating Violence

Cost Savings Include:

Provide support during a crisis or emergency

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Wanda Threadgill, RN (Gilmer ISD)

Collectively, districts will save over $89,810 when joining the Region 7 Health, Nurses, & P.E. Cooperative versus purchasing comparable products and services from other vendors.

School Nurses Conference

More that 40% of school-aged children and adolescents have at least one chronic health condition, such as asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, food allergies, or poor oral health. (CDC 2022) Evidence-based, effectively coordinated, and strategically planned school health programs and services are necessary for closing the academic achievement gap.

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Did you know that teens who receive mostly A’s are almost twice as likely to get the CDC recommended daily 60 minutes of physical activity than teens who receive mostly D’s and F’s?

Kids who perform better in school are more likely to be physically active on a regular basis.

Adding physical activity to the school day can not only keep kids healthy, but also increase attention, behavior, and positive attitudes leading to improved academic performance.

Coordinated School Health commonly consists of eight components that encompass all aspects of the school environment.

The components interact to function as a unified system and can become a theme for the entire school. In 2016, two more components were added: family engagement and community involvement. These components incorporate: •

Development of cognitive skills

Research shows that students who earn mostly As are almost twice as likely to get regular physical activity than students who receive mostly Ds and Fs.

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Development of policies that support a positive psycho-social and hazard-free environment

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Families and communities in promoting the well-being of youth

Physical activity can help students focus, improve behavior, and boost positive attitudes. Do what you can to help your child be physically active, be it running, biking, or swimming. Any type of physical activity is good, and 60 minutes a day is best. Their grades will thank you!

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Opportunities for staff members to foster their own well-being

PROGRAM CONTACTS Mark Parkerson (903) 988-6864

mparkerson@esc7.net

Sherri Wright (903) 988-6809 swright@esc7.net

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LEGAL CONSULTING SERVICES

The Region 7 ESC Legal Services Cooperative is designed to assist school leaders in making good legal decisions. Member districts will receive two (2) one-day, six (6) hour on-site training sessions on legal law matters upon topics as requested. In addition, on-site training on alternative dates to be held offsite at a host district in the southern and/or eastern portion of the region.

On average, districts save $60,101.50 in legal fees and training costs.

Services are provided through the Region 7 Education Service Center Legal Cooperative with the help of Kelly Karczewski and Fisher Firm

Benefits Include: • Four hours of legal consultation included • Reduced rate for additional consultation hours • Legal training provided throughout the year for unlimited staff • Discounted rates for additional legal resources and events held throughout the year Training Topics Include: • Leaves & Absences • Employee Discipline Grievance Hearings • Title IX Team Compliance Training • FAPE/IDEA issues • ARD timelines • Common Litigation Issues • Special Education

PROGRAM CONTACTS Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

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Rhonda Baird (903) 988-6842 rbaird@esc7.net

PERSONNEL SERVICES REGION 7 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER

PERSONNEL

COOPERATIVE TEACH LEAD INSPIRE The Personnel Cooperative provides schools with recruitment assistance, job vacancy exposure, and technical assistance and training on all certification and permit issues.

Attend Vital Workshops Such As: •

Federal and State Certification

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Personnel Rules and Requirements

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Effective Mentoring

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Classroom Management

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T-TESS and Distinguished Teacher

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Opportunity to post positions and vacancies on the Region 7 website

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Attendance at university job fairs and Region 7 ESC job fair to recruit high-quality teachers and administrators

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Access to Personnel Services Cooperative database to search for applicants holding specific certifications or qualifications

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Training and technical assistance for human resource staff

Employment of education, training, and library occupations is projected to grow 9% from 2016 to 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor

PROGRAM CONTACTS Brian Ralson (903) 988-6781 bralson@esc7.net

Donna Copeland (903) 988-6836 dcopeland@esc7.net

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PrimeIT HELPING SCHOOLS EMBRACE THE POWER OF TECHNOLOGY TO EXCEL IN 21st CENTURY LEARNING. PrimeIT technology support services are customized to fit the needs of each district.

SAVE MONEY WITH OUR LOW RATES AND EXPERT STAFF TO DESIGN, INSTALL, CONFIGURE, AND SUPPORT YOUR TECHNOLOGY NEEDS. Benefits Include: •

We develop a phased approach to establish a stable, secure, and robust network infrastructure with standards that are sustainable and maintainable long-term

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Network/Infrastructure Discovery and Dynamic Documentation

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Standardization of Logical Network Topology

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Standardization of Network Infrastructure

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Regularly scheduled meetings and communications

Our professional and certified team is the most cost-effective solution for your school’s IT infrastructure.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

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Steve Vaughn (903) 988-6922 svaughn@esc7.net

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP SYSTEM - OmniTrack

MANAGE YOUR DISTRICT’S PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS USING OUR USERFRIENDLY, WEB-BASED SOFTWARE.

Workshops Personal Development Plans Electronic Sign-In

Benefits Include: •

Web-based software allows districts to manage their electronic PD with a single login

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Up to two on-site/virtual training workshops per year

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Customer service support

Color-Categorized PD Calendar Integrate with Region 7 Global Reports Electronic Evaluations User Friendly

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

Toni Erickson (903) 988-6956 terickson@esc7.net

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PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR

INCREASE STUDENT WELLNESS AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT.

The Counseling Department at Region 7 has gone above and beyond in supporting West Sabine ISD. Dana and Katilyn are two amazing people with enormous hearts and tremendous amounts of knowledge! I am forever grateful to them for all the training opportunities as well as their dedication in our time of crisis.

I am a much better school counselor for their support! I look forward to continuing to work with them!

The Professional School Counselor Cooperative provides districts and campuses with the latest state-level information, professional development to enhance the Comprehensive School Counseling Program, and support services to meet individual district needs.

Total cost savings for districts is over $243,181 and $199.50 per participant.

Cost Savings Include: •

Counselor Academy registration

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Reduced registration fee for NOVA Crisis Training

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Samantha Burrow (West Sabine ISD)

Benefits Include: •

On-site support during a crisis as requested by the district

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TEA Texas Model for Comprehensive Counseling Program Training

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Basic and advanced Foundation High School Graduation Program trainings for high school counselors

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Training for counselors and counselor leaders that address the mental health needs of students and staff in schools today

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Updates through listservs and quarterly newsletters

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Training series for School Counselors that are new to the profession

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Access to Region 7 Professional School Counselor Website

TAC Chapter 33 states that 80 percent of the school counselor’s total work time shall be spent working on components of the comprehensive school counseling program.

The Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs includes: •

Guidance Curriculum: Taught in units in the classroom to teach students how to develop transferable skills.

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Responsive Services: May be preventive, remedial, or crisis-oriented to intervene on behalf of students whose immediate personal concerns or circumstances put them at risk.

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System Support: Assess student and campus data, identify and coordinate resources and activities to benefit students.

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Individual Planning: Guide students as the plan for educational, career, personal, and social development; provide parents and guardians information on postsecondary options.

The Counseling Department at Region 7 has been an amazing resource and support system for me this year. I am in my first year as counselor and was thrown into both elementary and high school counseling. Dana and Katilyn have been available for any and all questions I’ve had. They have been lifesavers--I wouldn’t have made it through this year without them. I also greatly appreciate the counseling links they share and are continually updating--I refer to them frequently.

Lynette Pierce (Elysian Fields ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Mark Parkerson (903) 988-6864 mparkerson@esc7.net

Dana Harper (903) 988-6785 dharper@esc7.net

Katilyn Woodley (903) 988-6704 kwoodley@esc7.net REGION 7 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER

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PURCHASING COMPLETE ASSISTANCE WITH PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS THAT BENEFIT YOUR SCHOOLS. The Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative services over 150 education entities located throughout the state of Texas and maintains 2,500 plus companies awarded through 34 discount and four line-item/ single-source bids.

On average, districts save over $1.2 million by utilizing Region 7 ESC

Benefits Include: •

38 bid categories that meet the TEA Division of Financial Compliance and the Attorney General’s Anti-Trust Office requirements

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Easy to use/search purchasing software with historical vendor documentation

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Allowing member districts local control and the ability to utilize local vendors

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Grocery Procurement - annual solicitation for line-item pricing for grocery items

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Commodity Processing - support districts utilizing USDA foods into ready-to-use end products

Purchasing Commodity Processing Services.

Region 7 ESC Purchasing continually strives to exceed the memberships’ purchasing requirements while maintaining the flexibility needed to satisfy the needs of all educational members, from 1A rural districts to 5A urban districts.

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THE PURCHASING COOPERATIVE TEAM WILL: •

Assist districts/charters with local RFPs and RFQs upon request

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Post district/charter proposals and send to applicable awarded vendors

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Provide technical assistance and training in good procurement practices

11 Years of Archived Procurement Data is Available for Member Districts to Download if Audited.

REGION 7 FOOD SHOW The Region 7 ESC Purchasing Cooperative hosts an annual food service show that allows exhibitors the ability to serve healthy product samples to Food Service Directors, school cafeteria employees, and students in Region 7. This show connects food and drink vendor representatives to district contacts who are making the decisions about what can and should be served to students throughout the school year. On average, there are about 90 food service vendors who attend the event, which is coordinated through the Purchasing Cooperative.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Martha Lakey (903) 988-6859 mlakey@esc7.net

Katie Chenoweth (903) 988-6778 kchenoweth@esc7.net

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SCHOOL BOARD STRATEGIC SERVICES

STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR YOUR SCHOOLS. Benefits Include: •

Flexible strategic coaching with the board and administration to create a mindset focused on student outcomes

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Attaining and tracking all SBOE board training requirements (up to 28 hours of required training) ◊ New board member local orientation ◊ Orientation and/or update to the TEC ◊ Team building and governance mindset ◊ Evaluating and improving student outcomes ◊ Sexual abuse, human trafficking, and the maltreatment of children ◊ Additional training requirement based on the framework of school board development ◊ Support for required online Open Meetings Act training ◊ Support for required online Public Information Act training ◊ Support for required online School Safety training ◊ Support for required cybersecurity training

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Access to ESC 7 online board training library

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Attendance for all board members and superintendent to the annual 2-day Region 7 board summit

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The board strategic services offered by Region 7 Education Service Center have been the most important and influential training and support that I have received in my years of board service. These services have empowered me to focus on student outcomes within our district, which is the most important thing as a board member that I can do. Also, the ability to seek advice has meant more than I can express. I have no knowledge of another source of this kind of support available to board members. I consider it to be priceless.

Shane McCasland, Board President (Overton ISD)

COMMON PRETENDING

NEW MINDSET

MINDSET REVOLUTION

GOVERNANCE TEAMS NEED TRAINING

GOVERNANCE TEAMS NEED COACHING

Governance coaches are committed to provide continual coaching and support to school boards, board members, and superintendents as they work to implement the behaviors that have been shown to increase student outcomes. The continual engagement with a coach has been shown to make the difference for the successful implementation of best practices to improve student outcomes.

SCHOOL BOARD BEHAVIORS THAT IMPROVE STUDENT OUTCOMES

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Dr. Drew Howard (903) 988-6921 dhoward@esc7.net

Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

Dennis Glenn (903) 988-6905 dglenn@esc7.net

Dr. Michael Davis (903) 988-6724 mdavis@esc7.net

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SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY SAFETY IS ONE OF THE HIGHEST PRIORITIES THAT REQUIRES A COOPERATIVE APPROACH. The School Safety and Security Cooperative provides schools with professional development opportunities through faceto-face training, webinars, and online courses targeting school safety and security regulations and updates. Trainings include: •

Emergency Management

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Standard Response Protocol - Standard Reunification Method

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Legislative Updates

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Safe and Supportive School Program (SSSP) Team Operations

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School Based Law Enforcement

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Situational, Gang, and Drug awareness

Having safe schools is one of our region’s highest priorities. We recognize that without a safe and orderly academic environment, teachers and students cannot thrive.

Educate your staff to recognize and respond to threats and violence that may occur on campus.

Benefits Include: •

Access to Safe and Supportive School Program Secure Documentation Collection Software

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Provide on-site professional development and technical assistance to the district’s safety and security committee

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Provide on-site professional development and technical assistance to the district’s Behavior Threat Assessment Teams implementation and documentation

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Monthly Newsletter with the most up-to-date Safety information and requirements

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Provide technical assistance in reviewing and assistance with updating the Emergency Operation Plan - upon request

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Support during an emergency

In the 2021-2022 school year, Texas schools received 67,000 reports of threats.

Source: Report on Indicators of School Crime & Safety

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SAFETY COOPERATIVE

ADD-ONs

Safety and Security Professional Development

A.L.I.C.E (Active Shooter Training)

Emergency Operation Plan Review

Complete Safety & Security Audit

Onsite Safety and Security Committee Training Comprehensive Safety Risk Assessment Onsite Behavioral Threat Assessment Training

School Based Law Enforcement Training

As a reminder, Title IV Funds & Safety Allotments can be used to purchase Safety eAgreements

Becoming a part of the safety/ security eagreement was one of the best decisions Karnack ISD could make. The safety team has trained our staff, and helped us evaluate our greatest needs related to safety in Karnack. They also have helped us complete grants and stay in compliance with current rules and regulations. The best part though is that it is obvious how much they care about the safety of our staff and students.

Amy Dickson (Karnack ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS Dr. Paul Thompson (903) 988-6989 pthompson@esc7.net

Darrin Peeples (903) 988-6890 dpeeples@esc7.net

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SECURED BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENT COOPERATIVE

LET US PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE SSSP DOCUMENTS FOR BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENTS THROUGH FORMWORKS IN DMAC SOLUTIONS . ®

Having safe schools is one of our region’s highest priorities. We recognize that without a safe and orderly academic environment, teachers and students cannot thrive.

Benefits Include: •

One Log-in Solution for Student Records

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Reduce violence and self-harm in schools

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Threat assessment teams and individuals can work with an efficient tool for identifying, assessing, evaluating, and responding to potential threats

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Documenting evidencebased practices through a consistent proven program such as DMAC Solutions® protect the LEA from potential liability

The following documents will be provided for district Behavior Threat Assessment Committees: •

Student Profile

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BTA Case Management Plan

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BTA Risk Assessment

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BTA Assessment Results

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BTA Action Steps and Identification of Subsequent Needs or Referral

PROGRAM CONTACTS Dr. Paul Thompson (903) 988-6989 pthompson@esc7.net

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Darrin Peeples (903) 988-6890 dpeeples@esc7.net

WALTER RAGSDALE

MEAGAN HARRIS

CATHERINE JACKSON

JAYLON STEWART

DAWN BAXTER

COURTNEY MCCASLAND

YOLANDA LATHAM

SARA NASH

ALBA GOLDEN ISD

BULLARD ISD

GILMER ISD

DIBOLL ISD

CARTHAGE ISD & REGION 7 WINNER

JACKSONVILLE ISD

CHAPEL HILL ISD

KILGORE ISD

SECONDARY DISTRICT WINNERS Region 7 ESC proudly celebrated district Teacher of the Year winners on August 4, 2022.

Catherine Jackson of Lindale ISD was selected at the Regional Winner.

Congratulations to all!

KERRY BAHAM LINDALE ISD

KRISTINA STEWART

SHERRY SIMMONS

MICHELLE SCHAEFER

MICHELLE MASON

ALEJANDRA GRIJALVA

JENNY CALK

AMY HEIM

HILLARY TREMONT

LONGVIEW ISD

TYLER ISD

LUFKIN ISD

UT TYLER UNIV. ACADEMY

NACOGDOCHES ISD

WHITE OAK ISD

PALESTINE ISD

WHITEHOUSE ISD

For more information on the 2024 Teacher of the Year nomination process, visit WWW.ESC7.NET/APPS/PAGES/TOY

REGION 7 ESC SUPERINTENDENT SYMPOSIUM J U N E 20-22 , 202 3

R O C KWA L L , TEXA S

SUPERINTENDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Benefits Include:

ENGAGE IN DYNAMIC CONVERSATIONS WITH OTHER SUPERINTENDENTS IN THE REGION. The Superintendent Support Services Comprehensive Package replaces BFO, Superintendents Academy, Board Trainings, & Field Service Agents. This service provides superintendents with opportunities to network with other school administrators.

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Access to five remote Finance/Accountability meetings hosted by Moak Casey Consultants

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Two annual meetings assisting districts with completing and submitting transportation reports

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Eight (8) hours of TNT and Template assistance

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Access to every monthly superintendent meeting

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Training designed to meet the state requirement of 200 clock hours of CPE over a 5-year period

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Two free registrations for a 5-hour Investment Officer Training, twice a year

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No cost to attend the annual Superintendent Symposium

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Access for one district employee to attend Administrative Professionals Conference

This cooperative is designed to combine networking, dialogue, technology, field-based experience, and expert presenters to meet the needs of both beginning and experienced superintendents.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

Rhonda Baird (903) 988-6842 rbaird@esc7.net

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TEKS RESOURCE SYSTEM

Benefits Include: Developed by Texas Education Service

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Guaranteed and viable online curriculum management system

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K-12 ELAR, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Content

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Formative and unit assessment item bank to create aligned assessments

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Customized, on-site and virtual training

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Digital pacing tools that support the performance assessments

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Access to the Pre-K Outcomes Framework

Centers and a team of content experts, TEKS Resource System is a comprehensive, customized, user-friendly curriculum management system built on the most current research-based practices in the field.

As a classroom teacher, I cannot wait to implement TEKS Resource System.

Brandi Jones (Rusk ISD)

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TARGET YOUR SUCCESS WITH QUALITY CURRICULUM AND ALIGNED ASSESSMENT! Along with TEKS Resource System, you will also receive full access to the Implementing TEKS RS website and pacing tools, as well as the Pre-K Outcomes Framework.

Implementing TEKS Resource System

Pre-K Outcomes Framework

The Implementation Guide is designed to support

The Pre-K Outcomes Framework is an online

district and campus leaders in their efforts to provide

platform is designed to support early childhood

a guaranteed and viable curriculum for their students.

educators in their efforts to provide high-quality

The guide includes basic information, research data,

instruction and learning for their young students.

and steps to follow for a successful and effective

Utilizing the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines

curriculum implementation. Based on recent research

as foundation, this framework is aligned with

findings, the process outlined in the guide will support

Kindergarten Texas Essential Knowledge and

districts and/or campuses in their efforts to improve

Skills (TEKS).

student success.

Backwards design planning with TEKS RS has helped us unpack our units and dig deeper into the content that we are supposed to teach.

Christen Parton (Chapel Hill ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Carmen Dowdy (903) 988-6982 cdowdy@esc7.net

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TExGUIDE

TExGuide provides teachers with a bridge between curriculum, aligned resources, and instructional planning. This increases the efficiency and quality of lesson planning for teachers, which directly impacts student learning outcomes.

TExGuides are aligned with TEKS Resource

Units Include: •

Unit overview and key understandings

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Unit vocabulary with corresponding activities

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Student expectations with aligned engagement activities and sample learning

Resource System may add on the

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Experiences and formative assessments

option of the TExGUIDE as a companion

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Sample unit assessment

document to increase the quality and

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Unit resources derived from the TEKS Resource System

System curriculum, including the scope and sequence of instructional units.

Each district who purchases TEKS

efficiency of planning.

[TExGUIDE provides] easy access to multiple resources for various learning styles.

Terrie Rambo (Gladewater ISD)

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PROVIDING THE BRIDGE FROM CURRICULUM TO INSTRUCTION! If you have TEKS RS, you will want to add this companion tool to increase the quality and efficiency of planning.

SUBJECTS INCLUDE:

Mathematics

Science

ELAR

Social Studies

Great way to synthesize materials to build a strongly aligned curriculum.

Kathy Herron (Henderson ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Carmen Dowdy (903) 988-6982 cdowdy@esc7.net

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SHARED SERVICES ARP HOMELESS II SSA (pg 61) BILINGUAL / ESL TITLE III (pg 62-63) CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (pg 64-65) TEHCY HOMELESS SSA (pg 66) TITLE I, PART C MIGRANT EDUCATION (pg 68-69)

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ARP HOMELESS II SSA ACCORDING TO THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, IN 2020-2021, 93,096 HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH WERE IDENTIFIED AND ENROLLED IN A TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOL.

Benefits Include: •

Provide activities authorized under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

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Provide professional development to increase awareness, enrollment, identification, and support for students and unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness

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Provide supplies, materials, and resources for homeless children and youth so they can attend and fully participate in school

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Provide technical assistance focused on awareness, enrollment, identification, and support for students and unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness

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Provide support in accurately reporting student data in PEIMS

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SPECIAL NOTE! This service will be provided throughout the duration of the 2021-2024 grant period

Our registrars and administrators have been supported on how to identify and support students experiencing homelessness. We also have been provided educational resources and materials to assist families in need.

Stephanie McConnell (Hawkins ISD)

PROGRAM CONTACTS Kerri Brice (903) 988-6719 kbrice@esc7.net

Leslie Dowdle (903) 988-6904 ldowdle@esc7.net

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BILINGUAL/ESL TITLE III SSA IN 2022, THE IDENTIFIED ENGLISH LEARNER POPULATION IN TEXAS REACHED 1,175,333.

Approximately 13.9% of the Region 7 student population are identified as English learners.

Let the Region 7 ESC Title III Bilingual/ESL Team assist you with customized instructional coaching and professional development.

The workshop and presenter were great for history. I will take Hanging Hashtags to my classroom.

Christi Coker (Frankston ISD)

Benefits Include: •

Compilation and submission of TEA required district compliance reports and validations

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Support in meeting parent, family, and community engagement requirements

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Customized on-site instructional coaching for teachers of English learners

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Data analysis to support meeting accountability standards

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LPAC, TELPAS, ELPS, and Sheltered Instruction training for administrators and staff

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Unlimited technical assistance by trained Region 7 ESC staff

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Collectively, districts will save approximately $239,506 when joining the Region 7 Title III SSA Cooperative.

Cost Savings Include: •

ESL TExES Exam Prep

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BTLPT TExES Exam Prep

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Annual Summer Bilingual/ESL Institute

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Sheltered Instruction Training

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Unlimited Professional Development in Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies for Language Acquisition

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Cultural Awareness Trainings

The presenter did an excellent job of giving us information that was timely. She was able to answer our questions and is knowledgeable in her area.

Paige Getz (Cumberland Academy)

instruction to EB students and reflect on effectiveness based on evaluation of student performance.

CBLI connects to the linguistically accommodated content instruction mentioned in the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), encompassing language-focused methods that are communicated, sequenced, and scaffolded andDISTRICT can be used in any language of instruction toMETHODS support language SUPPORT INSTRUCTIONAL development. CBLI methods include: Source: Texas Education Agency, https://www.txel.org/media/odznlxeq/cbli-quick-guide.pdf

Communicated

Sequenced

(comprehensible input)

» » » »

Repeated exposure and meaningful practice with content material Context-embedded resources: visuals, gestures, realia, symbols, manipulatives Clearly expressed instructions for tasks A focus on communicative functions over form

Scaffolded

(differentiated instruction)

» » » »

(structured support)

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Explicit academic language instruction Connections to prior knowledge Cross-linguistic connections and access to authentic primary language resources Alternative assessment opportunities to demonstrate content knowledge

» » »

Structured oral language development, such as sentence frames and appropriate wait time Meaningful and authentic cooperative learning Instructional modeling, including use of outlines and graphic organizers Emphasis of contextual supports within texts

KEY TIPS FOR REACHING BILINGUAL PARENTS

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1. Establish effective two-way communication between home and school.

DIVERSIFIED SUPPORT Parents, as well as educators (and students), suffer from information overload, ranging frombilingual too manystudents text appsare to papers lost their ways, child’s including backpacks.language Decide what Emergent diverse inin many and cultural heritage as well communication method works consistently well for your campus or district.

It mayEB be students a as levels of language proficiency. Particularly, newcomers and long-term are two diverse social media app, a simple phone call, a text, or even a home visit.

Sometimes simple is populations with distinct needs and strengths. better.

Newcomers are recently arrived immigrant students (typically in their first 3 years in U.S. schools).

2. Build relationships with parents. not always identified as and emergent bilingual, they not always at beginning or Easier ▶ saidThey than are done, right?

Parents are busy, so are you.

Where and do we see are parents? intermediate levels of English proficiency.

Maybe it’s in the car line, at sporting events, at parent meetings, on social media, at church,▶or Typically, in the community.

HowEB dostudents we build relationships?

A key having newcomer need strategic oralingredient languageisdevelopment. conversations that are open, honest, and a true exchange of ideas. Also, remember that Long-term emergent bilingual students have been in U.S. schools for 6 or more years and have everyone on your team has a role in building parent relationships.

not yet reclassified as English proficient.

3. Speak their language. ▶ They are typically orally bilingual, have had limited opportunities for native/home language Yes, but what if I am not bilingual? You may have someone on your staff who is bilingual. Strategically place that person literacy development, and may be transnational or have received inconsistent U.S. schooling. in the front office or at least easily accessible to the parents. This will remove a communication barrier and create a ▶ Typically, long-term EB students literacy bothway their native/home welcoming environment for the parent.

Makingbenefit an effortfrom to speak theirdevelopment language goes in a long in establishing rapport language andRemember in English.that language is not just a means of communication; it is part of who we are. and making connections.

4. Utilize Small Groups – It’s not just for Kids! (We have seen this in action, and it works!)

One way to engage parents is through small focus groups. Being part of a group helps parents connect with other www.txel.org parents and is a less intimidating environment in which to share their questions, interests, and concerns. It is also an opportunity for them to help plan parent events and become more involved in their children’s education.

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Carmen Delgado (903) 988-6861 cdelgado@esc7.net

April Muñoz (903) 988-6749 amunoz@esc7.net

Joseph Pino (903) 988-6793 jpino@esc7.net

Katelan Schmidt (903) 988-6816 kschmidt@esc7.net

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

BETWEEN 2012-2023, THERE WILL BE 50,557,900 JOB OPENINGS FOR CTE GRADUATES; OF THESE JOBS, 15,627,500 (30.9%) WILL BE NEW. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

The Career & Technical Education (CTE) Cooperative provides schools with professional development opportunities, technical assistance with strategic planning and implementation, and supports staff with guidance on stateapproved programs.

By joining the CTE Shared Services Arrangement (SSA), districts will learn how to maximize their CTE dollars, evaluate their current Programs of Study, and increase their CCMR outcome bonus.

ON AVERAGE, THE CTE COOPERATIVE WILL SAVE DISTRICTS IN REGION 7 APPROXIMATELY $113,769.

Region 7’s CTE Department has been an invaluable source of support for me and my district. I largely credit them for my success as a counselor and CTE coordinator. It is an understatement to say that these people are the absolute best. It is an absolute joy to work with them, and I appreciate their support more than words can express.

Thomas Duncan (Carlisle ISD)

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Benefits Include: •

Provide customized Region 7 CTE designed catalog for marketing and recruitment, including printed copies for each incoming freshman student

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Mentoring services for teachers and administrators

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Access to advanced workshop series that will focus on maximizing CTE dollars, evaluating current programs of study, and preparing CCMR outcome bonuses for future grants

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Access to a Pathways account for the high school campus to track student data

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Professional development at Region 7 ESC, onsite, online, and distance learning

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Technical assistance with CLNA and CTE Perkins Application and Program Planning

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Personalized training and/or resources on integrating CTE and academic instruction

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NCCER teacher training for up to 3 teachers, as well as assistance with implementation of NCCER student certifications

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Assist counselors in developing 4/6 year plans to achieve the implementation of programs of study

CTE PROGRAMS OF STUDY GUIDEBOOKS Through your partnership with CTE, your incoming freshmen are provided a CTE Program of Study Guidebook that supports recruitment initiatives, marketing, and fulfills compliance for Perkins.

Region 7’s CTE team is hands down the best! They are proactive and forward thinking! Each member of this team works diligently to make sure that their schools are informed, prepared, and have the support and assistance they need to be successful. They truly believe in the mission of CTE and the invaluable opportunities that we can provide for our students and communities.

The Region 7 CTE Team members are incredible. Their collective work makes a difference. They make a difference in how our Region develops and grows our CTE programs. They support their districts 110%. They are professional, timely, innovative and genuine. Our Regions CTE programs are blossoming because of their support.

Coy Van Valkenburgh (Nacogdoches ISD)

Cheryl Milgrim (Frankston ISD)

Career & Technical Education gives students the academic, technical, and employability skills needed for post-secondary and workplace success. Participation in CTE programs is closely associated with higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, and higher scores on the Texas EOC assessments.

Source: Career & Technical Outcomes in Texas High Schools - A Monograph Texas Workforce Investment Council

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Mark Parkerson (903) 988-6864 mparkerson@esc7.net

Carrie Chandler (903) 988-6810 cchandler@esc7.net

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TEHCY HOMELESS Benefits Include: • Provide customized on-site professional development on topics such as awareness, enrollment, and the unique educational needs of homeless children and unaccompanied youth • Provide community resources and materials needed by students and staff • Provide technical assistance and an annual one-on-one data meeting to review district-specific information regarding students experiencing homelessness • Provide guidance and support on the identification and monitoring of McKinneyVento/homeless children and youth • Provide support in accurately reporting student data in PEIMS

SHARED/DOUBLED-UP - 75.6%

Being a part of the TEHCY Grant SSA has definitely helped our district serve our students experiencing homelessness more effectively...

Our staff has a better understanding of the services available to our students that qualify, and the support from Region 7 has helped us better serve our students and families. I appreciate the time and effort that was taken to make the resource list of outside services available for students and parents in the surrounding counties. Being able to provide hope for these families is detrimental when building a rapport and trusting relationship.

As a result, the students’ attendance improves along with their demeanor and outlook for their future.

SHELTER - 13.3%

Loretta Blair (Beckville ISD)

Primary Nighttime Residences of Homeless Students in Region 7 MOTEL /HOTEL - 8.4% UNSHELTERED - 2.8%

PROGRAM CONTACTS Kerri Brice (903) 988-6719 kbrice@esc7.net

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Leslie Dowdle (903) 988-6904 ldowdle@esc7.net

2022 REGION 7

SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR

DR. THURSTON LAMB HENDERSON ISD

For more information on the 2023 Superintendent and School Board of the Year nomination process, visit WWW.ESC7.NET/APPS/PAGES/TOY

TITLE I, PT C MIGRANT BRIDGE THE EDUCATIONAL GAP FOR MIGRATORY STUDENTS. The Title I, Part C Migrant Education SSA program ensures that all migratory children reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma or complete a High School Equivalency (HSE) that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment.

Source: The Texas Education Agency

Benefits Include: •

Assistance with Identification & Recruitment (ID&R) and NGS data entry

The Texas Migrant

•

such as Identification & Recruitment

Education Program

Action Plan; Needs Assessment Action

(MEP) enrolls approximately 22,470 eligible migrants,

Plan; Priority for Service; and Family Survey •

and home visits •

Support for schools to foster academic retention, social skills, credit recovery,

program in the country.

Source: Texas Education Agency

Facilitation of family services, including required interviews, medical services,

making it the 4th largest migrant

Customizable action plan templates,

and college and career readiness •

In-home school preparation program for 3-year old children and their parents

The purpose of the migratory program is to help migratory students overcome the challenges of mobility, cultural and language barriers, social isolation, and other difficulties associated with a migratory lifestyle.

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Provide School Supplies, Clothing, and Hygiene Products

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Migrant Education Program and Parent and Community (PAC) Meetings with Community Service Providers

PRIORITIES FOR SERVICE AREAS OF CONCERN EDUCATIONAL CONTINUITY Due to the mobility of many migrant students, they o�en face differences in curriculum, academic standards, homework policies and classroom rou�nes, as well as inconsistent course placement.

SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT

Migrant students o�en face difficul�es associated with adjus�ng to new school se�ngs, making new friends and gaining social acceptance, issues which can be grouped according to (a) behavioral engagement, which relates to opportuni�es for par�cipa�on in academic, social or extracurricular ac�vi�es; (b) emo�onal engagement, which relates to posi�ve and nega�ve reac�ons to teachers, classmates, academic materials and school, in general; and (c) cogni�ve engagement, which relates to investment in learning and may be a response to expecta�ons, relevance and cultural connec�ons.

INSTRUCTIONAL TIME Family mobility and delays in enrollment procedures may impact a�endance pa�erns and the amount of �me migrant students spend engaged in learning.

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT IN THE HOME

ACCESS TO SERVICES

While many migrant parents value educa�on very highly for their children, they may not have the educa�onal resources or knowledge to provide the support expected by school staff.

SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT

Many migrant students have a home language other than English and may face language barriers which impact content area learning. However, in this par�cular area, it is important to note that providing MEP-funded services to meet needs related to a student’s limited English proficiency is rarely appropriate, due to the high risk of supplan�ng ac�vi�es more appropriately funded through State Bilingual/ESL, or when appropriate, Title III or other Federal programs.

As a result of language barriers or the mobile family’s newcomer status, migrant children and families o�en face difficul�es accessing educa�onal and educa�onally-related services to which they are en�tled.

HEALTH Migrant children face higher propor�ons of dental, nutri�onal, acute and chronic health problems than non-migrant children and are more likely to be uninsured and have difficulty accessing health care to address health problems which are interfering with a student’s ability to succeed in school.

In Texas, migrant children and youth are identified and recruited for the Migrant Education Program (MEP) through a face to face interview process.

As part of the Migrant SSA, members will receive on-site and area support in recruiting and identifying migrant students and Out of School Youth.

A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) form is completed during each interview. The COE is an official, legal document that contains all the information needed to determine eligibility.

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Recruiters will canvas the area

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Interview parents

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Determine eligibility

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Complete necessary paperwork

By enrolling eligible students in the MEP: •

Recruiters help migrant students obtain education assistance they need

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Migrant students have more resources available to help lessen the negative educational consequences associated with migration

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Recruiters have the opportunity to connect migrant children to the greatest number of educational services

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Kerri Brice (903) 988-6719 kbrice@esc7.net

Tara Evers (903) 988-6983 tevers@esc7.net

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NO COST SERVICES CHILD NUTRITION (pg 72-73) ECOLAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER (pg 74-75) HEAD START (pg 76-77) SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT SUPPORTS (pg 78-79) SPECIAL EDUCATION (pg 80-81) TSDS PEIMS (pg 82)

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CHILD NUTRITION ENHANCE LEARNING BY FUELING BODIES AND MINDS WITH GOOD NUTRITION. Let the Region 7 ESC Child Nutrition department assist you in educating your food service workers on serving healthy meals, as well as maintaining compliance with the Texas Department of Agriculture.

Comprehensive range of training and technical assistance designed to aid child nutrition professionals in: •

Meeting federal, state, and local program requirements

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Mastering necessary skills and attaining knowledge through customized training and workshops

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Implementing and maintaining sound financial practices and cost effective programs

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Staying up-to-date on the latest news, developments and legislation related to and affecting Child Nutrition programs

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Incorporating methods to make meals appealing to students

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Providing quality services and meals to schools, students and families

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BALANCED NUTRITION THROUGHOUT THE DAY CONTRIBUTES TO STUDENT SUCCESS IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM. RESEARCH DEMONSTRATES THAT SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMS PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN SUPPORTING OBESITY PREVENTION, OVERALL STUDENT HEALTH, AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT BY IMPROVING CHILDREN’S DIETS AND COMBATING HUNGER. Source: School Nutrition Association, 2021

Region 7 Education Service Center Child Nutrition provides a range of technical assistance and training for schools participating in many federal nutrition assistance programs: •

NSLP (National School Lunch Program)

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CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program)

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SBP (School Breakfast Program)

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SFSP & SSO (Summer Feeding Programs)

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FFVP (Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program)

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FDP (Food Distribution Program) and Commodity Processing

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DoD Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program

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FTS (Farm To School) Program

Training Services are also available in both group sessions and one-on-one, as needed. Various classes are held monthly to meet the training needs of participants. Additionally, Region 7 Child Nutrition hosts a Summer Workshop.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

Genny D’Souza (903) 988-6764 gdsouza@esc7.net

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ECOLAND EARLY LEARNING CENTER

EcoLand is a hands-on, multi-sensory learning center where children learn about the earth and its properties through investigation. EcoLand’s

Benefits Include: •

In-person content-focused learning centers

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Customizable ISD field trips

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Activities aligned with guidelines and standards

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Interactive, age-appropriate hands-on learning

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Classroom instructional extensions

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Online remote learning resources and printables

in the classroom.

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EcoLand serves all Region 7 early childhood students (Head Start, PreK, ECSE, and Kindergarten).

Cross-curricular teacher training (in-person and online)

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Personalized, interactive, content-focused Zooms

goal is to create an experience that engages all senses and utilizes hands-on methods of teaching foundational elements behind complex concepts. In addition to educating, inspiring, and empowering children to protect the earth’s environment, the EcoLand exhibits and accompanying activities better prepare children for the higher-level critical thinking skills needed

Students attend free of charge, but teachers must be EcoLand certified. EcoLand certification is free to Region 7 campus staff whose districts are members of the Academic Content Coop OR the Head Start/Early Head Start Coop.

Planning Your Adventure EcoLand’s 11 state-of-the-art interactive, themed learning centers are filled with activities used to teach foundational elements with hands-on learning. Teachers are provided with training and Learning Activity Guides that introduce concepts and deliver foundational learning needed in each of the content areas before their visit.

EcoLand takes the concepts that we are learning about in the classroom and literally brings them to life.

Megan Walker (Harleton ISD)

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Energy

Recycling

Farm to Table

Rock

Outdoor Garden

Serengeti

Plants & Animals

Wind

Solar

Polar

Water

EcoLand Zooms EcoLand is excited to provide interactive Zoom opportunities for Pre K, Head Start, ECSE and Kindergarten students in Region 7 whose schools are part of the Academic Content Coop and Region 7 Head Start grant. Zoom topics are tied to the Pre K guidelines and Kindergarten standards.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Tera Griffis (903) 988-6772 tgriffis@esc7.net

Amber Johnston (903) 988-7683 ajohnston@esc7.net

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HEAD START IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO PROVIDE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN SCHOOL AND LIFE. Head Start programs prepare America’s most vulnerable young children to become school ready. To achieve this, Head Start programs deliver comprehensive services to children and families serving their academic, physical, and emotional needs while engaging parents as partners in the education process, which is the foundation of Head Start.

Benefits Include: •

Serving children in schools ages 3 and 4

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Inclusive Environment for Preschool Children

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Parent Trainings & Family Goal Setting

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High Quality Comprehensive Services to Children & Families

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Practice-Based Coaching

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On-Going Curriculum, Assessment, and Small Group Instruction Support

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Systematic Approach to Pre-K Professional Development Promoting School Readiness

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21-22 SCHOOL YEAR DISTRICT REIMBURSEMENTS SALARIES, FRINGE BENEFITS, AND TUITION REIMBURSEMENTS

$5,364,264.33 CHILDREN’S HEALTH, DENTAL, MENTAL WELLNESS, AND DISABILITY SERVICES/SUPPLIES

$191,559.38 NUTRITION SERVICES REIMBURSEMENTS

$496,187.10 CLASSROOM SUPPLIES, HATCH, FALL ZONE COVERAGE AND ECOLAND

$424,892.78 FAMILIES SERVED

2,255 SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREPARE FOR, RESPOND TO AND RECOVER FROM COVID

$1,134,247.64

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HEAD START PROGRAMS Helps children & families thrive, enrolling over 1 million children, ages 0-5, and pregnant women each year Uses research based curricula and assessments so each child makes progress in language/literacy, math, science, and physical development Supports at-home learning and healthy habits, from parent-child reading and regular bedtimes to positive parenting approaches Coordinates comprehensive services so children and families have the community resources they need Evaluates, identifies, and serves children with special needs, and facilitates early intervention services

CHILDREN ARE HEALTHIER...

HEAD START IN YOUR COMMUNITY

1 million+ children in 57,000 locally-run classrooms

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96% are vaccinated and have a doctor

97% have health insurance

75% entering kindergarten in next 2 years Most children speak English at home; 29% are dual language learners

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9,400+ collaboration agreements between programs and schools

89% have dental care provided by a dentist

12.5% of enrolled children receive services under IDEA

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PROGRAM CONTACTS

Sonya McCoy (903) 988-6979 smccoy@esc7.net

Jackie Jones (903) 988-6954 jjones@esc7.net

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SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT SUPPORTS FORMERLY ACCOUNTABILITY TURNAROUND TEAM

ENHANCE YOUR SCHOOL WITH ACCOUNTABILITY PREDICTIONS, DATA INTERPRETATION, OR SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES. The Region 7 ESC Center for Effective Schools provides a team of School Improvement Specialists dedicated to providing district leadership and educators with the most current information about state and federal accountability, including regulations and requirements, and continuous improvement strategies.

Region 7 ESC’s Center for Effective Schools Department is always so helpful when we have questions regarding updates or guidelines. The best part - they are SUPER responsive and just a phone call away when needing to make a quick decision. I highly recommend their services!

Josh Tremont (Chapel Hill ISD)

100% OF CAMPUSES REQUIRED TO WRITE A TARGETED IMPROVEMENT PLAN RECEIVED A TEA RATING OF MET OR EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS AFTER PERSONALIZED COACHING AND SUPPORT FROM THE CENTER FOR EFFECTIVE SCHOOL TEAM. 78

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SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO DISTRICTS AND CAMPUSES IDENTIFIED IN NEED OF SUPPORT

BY THE STATE AND FEDERAL ACCOUNTABILITY RATING SYSTEMS. The overarching goal of School Improvement Specialists is to reduce the number of low performing districts and campuses by enhancing leader capacity through skill-building in the areas of: •

accountability predictions

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strategic school-wide systems to support effective instruction

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high-leverage instructional leadership practices

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personalized coaching and strategic planning for school improvement

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various workshop sessions focused on connecting accountability to quality instruction

PROGRAM CONTACTS

Crissy Haynie (903) 988-6762 chaynie@esc7.net

Stacy Morris (903) 988-6992 smorris@esc7.net

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SPECIAL EDUCATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS… EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITIES. Region 7 ESC’s Special Education Services focuses on improving student outcomes by supporting the LEA educational teams through the complete process of professional development, including planning, implementation, coaching, individualized assistance, and evaluation of special education programs.

…it would not have been possible without the assistance of the Special Education Department at the Service Center. I would like to say a huge THANK YOU to the Special Education staff for your support during this time.

Dana Lawrence (Timpson ISD)

One Stop Shop For All Things Special Education: • Review and Support Process ◊ Students First ◊ Self-Assessment ◊ Results Driven Accountability ◊ Operating Procedures ◊ Multiple Tiered System of Supports ◊ Compliance • Dyslexia • Maximize Funding ◊ MOE ◊ Grants ◊ Residential Placements ◊ High-Cost Grants ◊ Non-Ed Funds • Program evaluations/folder reviews • Classroom set-up/observations/coaching feedback/support • State and Federal Laws/Regulations • Disability-specific support and workshops/ coaching feedback/support • Support “Grow Your Own” Speech-Language Pathologists- Texas Woman’s University • And more!

LEAD YOUR TEAM TO AN EXEMPLARY LEA PD Packages designed for Staff-Specific Roles Free Follow-up with Customized Support

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EVENTS TO GROW THE WHOLE CHILD

REMOVING BARRIERS TO ACCESS RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES

ACTIVE LEARNING...FOLLOWING CHILD DEVELOPMENT TO BUILD BEGINNING SKILLS

PREPARING FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL

GROWING THE WHOLE CHILD FOR THE POWER OF YET!!

Cost Savings Include: •

Total Participant Cost Savings in FREE Professional Development - over $6,843,000

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Total Participant Cost savings for Professional Conferences- over $10,000

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Over $205,500 in Materials and Resources (including SSVI and LEA Reimbursements)

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Over $683,300 in FREE, Customized Support to over 21,300 Staff

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Clinical Low Vision Evaluations - $9,600

This is the best workshop I have attended at Region 7. ...so many of these ideas could be changed and quickly to make fun, engaging lessons for older kids that still crave FUN! Lesley Scott (Diboll ISD)

STUDENT AND SCHOOL SAFETY ARE THE PRIORITY

515 participants were trained in CPI: Non-Violent Crisis Training, 30 sessions

PROGRAM CONTACTS Beverly Beran (903) 988-6910 bberan@esc7.net

Dr. Cheryl Schulik (903) 988-6903 cschulik@esc7.net

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TSDS PEIMS

TSDS PEIMS is a state-wide initiative in response to legislative mandates.

The PEIMS reporting mechanism collects data used by TEA to determine funding and accountability for each district/charter, and provide data for state legislative inquiries and ad hoc queries.

Region 7 ESC plays a consulting role, assisting school districts and charters in preparing data submissions and ensuring data quality and compliance with scheduled deadlines.

Benefits Include: •

Free Online Training and Webinars on UID, TREx, and TIMS

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Technical assistance for PEIMS submissions and Core Collections

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Up-to-date information on all TSDS Collections

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Friendly, knowledgeable team to assist your staff

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Instruction for overall data flow, delivery schedule, data element definitions, data submission formats, editing requirements, correction cycle, and MORE!

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

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Teresa Richard (903) 988-6752 trichard@esc7.net

CUSTOMIZED SERVICES BUS DRIVER CERTIFICATION (pg 84-85) COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES (pg 86) EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK DIAGNOSTIC (pg 88-89) ESC7NET INTERNET SERVICES (pg 90) PRINTING SERVICES (pg 92-93)

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BUS DRIVER CERTIFICATION SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS ACCOUNTED FOR AROUND 95,000 JOBS NATIONALLY IN 2022, WITH A GROWING DEMAND FROM DISTRICTS EVERY YEAR. Region 7 Education Service Center provides Texas School Bus Driver Certifications for school bus drivers. This program covers specific school bus safety education training in accordance with the Texas Department of

Bus Driver Credentials:

Public Safety Program Guide for School Bus

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Bus drivers must have a valid Texas CDL license, either Class A or B (with P and S endorsements)

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Bus drivers must be at least 18 years of age

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Bus drivers must have a safe driving record in accordance with state law and district requirements

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All drivers must pass a physical examination by a TxDOT-certified physician each year.

The day the physical is taken invalidates the previous physical. If failed, the driver must notify Transportation management immediately. Under DOT regulations, a driver cannot drive with a failed physical

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TX DPS requires that all Texas CDL holders must provide a Self-Certification Affidavit (CDL-7) at the time of license renewal and/or changes required by TxDOT

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Bus drivers with a class A or B State CDL license must complete the approved “state certification”

Driver Training in Texas.

Benefits Include: •

Opportunities for drivers to participate in certification courses at multiple locations

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Service center maintaining historical driver data to minimize driver expirations

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Annual reminders of expiring drivers to each district

Over one million young Texans ride the bus to school every year.

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9,000+ Texas schools use buses for transportation.

“Research shows that transporting children by school bus is the safest way to get them to and from school compared to other modes.”

Katie Womack, Texas A&M Transportation Institute Senior Research Scientist

2023-2024 REGION 7 COURSES •

20 Hour Bus Driver Certification Course

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8 Hour Bus Driver Certification Course

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8 Hour Online Bus Driver Recertification Course

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Emergency Enrollment Certificates (Card)

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Replacement Emergency Certificates (Card)

2022-2023 Region 7 Statistics

570 New Bus Drivers in 21 Classes 838 Recertified Bus Drivers in 34 Classes

PROGRAM CONTACTS Jim Moore (903) 988-6834 jmoore@esc7.net

Rhonda Baird (903) 988-6842 rbaird@esc7.net

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COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES THE REGION 7 ESC COMMUNICATIONS TEAM IS COMMITTED TO HELPING SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND CHARTERS TACKLE THE CHALLENGES OF AN EVER EVOLVING DIGITAL WORLD. COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES We create videos to CONNECT, EDUCATE, and INSPIRE. Let us bring your vision to life!

Logo Development & Design

Video Production

Graphic Design

Animated Videos

Drone Photography & Video

Use our high-quality video services to highlight: • school organizations • academic and athletic achievements • pertinent information to your community on the benefits of upcoming bonds • teacher recruitment • and much more!

Region 7 ESC video production is less expensive than commercial business video production companies and includes a FREE consultation before commitment.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Summer Burrow (903) 988-6972 sburrow@esc7.net

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Cori Arevalo (903) 988-6981 carevalo@esc7.net

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EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK DIAGNOSTIC

LET US HELP PROVIDE A CLEAR VISION FOR WHAT DISTRICTS AND SCHOOLS ACROSS THE STATE DO TO ENSURE AN EXCELLENT EDUCATION FOR ALL TEXAS STUDENTS. Benefits Include: •

Increase focus on campus practices in alignment to data

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Narrow focus on high leverage needs

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Allow for capacity to be built on a campus aligned to the framework

THE PURPOSE OF THE EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK COMMON LANGUAGE Describes the statewide vision for the best practices effective schools and districts engage in daily Was developed in conjunction with school and district leaders and included a national review of research about what makes high-performing schools excellent

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Supports school and district continuous improvement through an aligned diagnostic process

ALIGNMENT Provides the foundation for the alignment of statewide resources and supports to the needs of Texas districts and schools

100% OF CAMPUSES SURVEYED SAID:

Our campus focus areas, as determined through the diagnostic process, will be instrumental in guiding our improvement work in the upcoming year.

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THE CORE OF EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS IS EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION: INTERACTIONS BETWEEN STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND CONTENT DETERMINE LEARNING OUTCOMES. This instructional core is strengthened and supported by strategic staffing, high-quality instructional materials and assessments, and positive school culture. Strong school leadership and careful planning encompass and ensure each of these prioritized levers.

THE EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK PROVIDES THE BASIS FOR SCHOOL DIAGNOSTICS, AS WELL AS ALIGNING RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO THE NEEDS OF EACH SCHOOL. The ESF was developed in conjunction with school and district leaders and included a national review of research about what makes high-performing schools excellent. The ESF is the starting point for increasing capacity and aligning supports for continuous improvement of schools districts and campuses.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Richard Nash (903) 988-6714 rnash@esc7.net

Jason Wallace (903) 988-6807 jwallace@esc7.net

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ESC7NET INTERNET SERVICES

SAVE TIME AND MONEY WITH HIGH-SPEED INTERNET, MANAGED BY OUR CERTIFIED NETWORK ENGINEERS. ESC7Net Internet Services can provide schools with: •

High Speed Broadband Internet Access

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Complete Wide Area Network (WAN) Management Included

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Proactive Customer Support

District Impact: Spring Hill ISD wanted to double their

Technology is being used in schools to enhance the academic experience, with a wealth of research resources offered in “real time.”

bandwidth from 1GB to 2GB. Behind the

Source: Public School Review

was up to standard. ESC7Net provided and

scenes, this required going from a 1GB to 10GB link.

ESC7Net worked with the local fiber provider to test that the link (a 10 mile fiber run) manages all equipment.

PROGRAM CONTACTS Barbara Bruhn (903) 988-6728 bbruhn@esc7.net

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Steve Vaughn (903) 988-6922 svaughn@esc7.net

Crisis Support Team PROCEDURES Role of the Region 7 Support Team

The Region 7 Crisis Support team helps school districts during crisis situations affecting staff and students.

The team offers support during and after crisis situations that have a significant impact on the learning environment. Situations include but are not limited to: • Staff or Student Deaths • Critically ill or injured students

Activating the Region 7 Crisis Support Team

A district superintendent will need to notify the Region 7 Executive Director or Field Service Agents that crisis counseling assistance is needed in a Region 7 district.

Assistance Provided by the Team

Group Staff Support- We are available to do group crisis intervention groups with staff before or after an event.

Individual Support for Staff- On the day of deployment we are able to provide individual counseling support to staff in the established crisis center.

Group Student Support- We are able to meet with student groups in classrooms or district-designated areas to provide group crisis intervention support groups.

Individual Support for Students- On the day of deployment we are able to provide individual counseling support to students in the established crisis center District Administrator Support- Our Field Service Agents are available to consult and/or meet with district administration to offer guidance on the logistics of crisis management including the release of information.

District Responsibilities

District staff will need to supervise the crisis counseling center and be present at all times.

District staff will need to provide the Region 7 Crisis Team with the following information: The location of the Crisis Counseling Center Information regarding the event that activated crisis response Other information needed to assist with the crisis

NEED MORE INFORMATION?

Dana Harper • (903) 988-6785 • dharper@esc7.net

PRINTING SERVICES

CREATE A LASTING IMPRESSION WITH THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE PRINT CENTER. The Print Center at Region 7 Education Service Center is committed to providing exceptional service in a timely manner. Our professional staff has the guidance, expertise and tools needed to handle all your printing and design needs.

WE DESIGN & PRINT Every great project starts with a design. Let our team of Graphic Designers bring your ideas to life by creating professional and timeless artwork.

Whether your project requires standard sizes or customized options, our staff can get the job done. Our state-of-the-art equipment ensures all of your jobs will be completed with the highest of quality, and our prices can’t be matched.

EMAIL PRINTCENTER@ESC7.NET FOR A QUOTE TODAY! Our Football Booster Club had the Region 7 Print Center do our program this year. We did a full-color program, and it was absolutely an overall great experience. The Print Center team was so easy to work with. Thanks for your hard work on this project!

Cynthia Davis (Kilgore ISD)

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PRINTING SERVICES BROCHURES

POSTERS

INVITATIONS POSTCARDS FLYERS

IN ADDITION TO THESE MOST POPULAR ITEMS, WE CAN ALSO PRINT Business Cards Course Guides Customized Stationary Flipcharts Handbooks Holiday Cards Large Format Print

Mailers Notepads Prints for Booster Clubs Stapled Packets Tickets And More!

Gilmer ISD has an outstanding partnership with Region 7’s staff in its Print Center Division. Any idea we have for our school district, Region 7’s staff makes that idea come to life. High quality products coupled with outstanding customer service makes the Print Center the top choice for all of Gilmer ISD’s design and printing needs.

Dr. Dawn Harris (Gilmer ISD)

RETRACTABLE BANNERS CALENDARS BOOKLETS & PROGRAMS PAPER OPTIONS

ADDITIONAL SERVICES In addition to printing, we offer finishing services to complete the look of your project.

BINDING Coil and GBC Binding DRILLING Two- or Three-Hole Punch FOLDING Multiple Folding Options STAPLING Saddle Stitching, Single or Double Staple

TRIMMING Custom Sizes

PROGRAM CONTACTS Summer Burrow (903) 988-6972 sburrow@esc7.net

Amy Palmer (903) 988-6775 apalmer@esc7.net

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