High Schools That Work (HSTW) Enhanced Design Network Grant Program Cycle 3, Year 1
The following applicants have been preliminarily selected to receive a grant for the High Schools That Work (HSTW) Enhanced Design Network Grant Program Cycle 3, Year 1.
Program Purpose
The purpose of this program is to support eligible high schools in the use of the HSTW key design principles as a framework for improving academic and career/technology instruction and overall student achievement. The mission of HSTW is to create a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement in high schools. HSTW believes everyone—teacher, school, district, local and state leaders—must work together to align policies, resources, initiatives and accountability efforts to support high schools as they adopt and implement comprehensive school improvement designs. The HSTW Key Conditions include a clear, functional mission statement; strong leadership; a plan for continuous improvement; qualified teachers; commitment to goals; flexible scheduling; and support for professional development.
Grant Period
July 01, 2009 – February 28, 2011
List of Awardees
El Paso ISD
Austin High School
Bowie High School
Burges High School
Irvin High School
Jefferson High School
Laredo ISD
Dr Leonides G Cigarroa High School
Paducah ISD
Paducah High School
Pasadena ISD
South Houston High School
Poteet ISD
Poteet High School
Victoria ISD
Memorial High School
Contacts
Donnell Bilsky (Funding)
Discretionary Grants
(512) 463-9269
donnell.bilsky@tea.state.tx.us
Dale Fowler (Program)
State Initiatives
(512) 936-6060
dale.fowler@tea.state.tx.us
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