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Commissioner Williams approves academic partnership agreement between Premont ISD and Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Debbie — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:20:15 GMT

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today announced he has approved a proposal presented to the Texas Education Agency in a memorandum of understanding that establishes an academic partnership between the Premont Independent School District and Texas A&M University-Kingsville.

Commissioner Williams joins TTM presentation to the American Red Cross West, Texas Relief Fund

Debbie — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:30:48 GMT

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today joined representatives of Think Through Math (TTM), a Web-based math program, at a ceremony presenting a check for $11,367 to the American Red Cross West, Texas Relief Fund.

Principals: help evaluate teacher prep programs

Debbie — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:47:22 GMT

Principals have until June 15 to complete a survey that measures the performance of beginning teachers and educator preparation programs’ effectiveness in preparing those teachers to succeed in the classroom. A 2009 law requires principals to respond to the survey, which takes about 15 minutes to complete per teacher.

Technology can be integrated to assist students with dyslexia

Debbie — Tue, 14 May 2013 03:43:31 GMT

A new online tool is available to assist Texas teachers integrate technology into the classroom to help accommodate students with dyslexia.

Step-by-step instructions for TEAL and ECOS

Debbie — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:18:13 GMT

Step-by-step instructions are available to help educators gain access to the secure TEA Login (TEAL) environment and the Educator Certification Online System (ECOS).

Texas Education Today examines new Fine Arts TEKS, accountability and grad requirements

Debbie — Thu, 09 May 2013 03:36:46 GMT

The May Texas Education Today newsletter features stories about efforts to increase the number of math and science courses available to high school students; information about the 2013 accountability system, and the new Fine Arts curriculum standards.

Commissioner Williams to attend first meeting of El Paso board of managers

Debbie — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:44:28 GMT

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams announced today that he will attend the first formal meeting of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) board of managers. The meeting, which will include an official swearing-in ceremony and selection of board officers, will take place on Tuesday, May 7, in El Paso.

Commissioner Williams visits West ISD

Debbie — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:28:18 GMT

Commissioner Michael L. Williams today met with administrators, educators and students in the West Independent School District to assess the district’s needs for the remainder of the school year. West ISD began classes this week following a tragic explosion that devastated the community on April 17.

Commissioner Williams announces 2013 accountability system

Debbie — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 03:37:51 GMT

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today announced the four components that will be part of the new 2013 state accountability system for school districts, campuses and charters in Texas. The first ratings under this system will be issued by the Texas Education Agency on August 8, 2013.

Commissioner Williams commends West ISD staff

Debbie — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:40:48 GMT

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams issued the following statement today: “I commend the hard work of administrators, educators and staff at the West Independent School District in their effort to restart school today. The Texas Education Agency continues to stay in contact with Superintendent Marty Crawford to assure they have the support needed to provide for the educational needs of West ISD students through the end of the school year. That goal has been made easier thanks to the outpouring of assistance from school districts across the area and around the state. It is a testament to the people of West and to our state’s spirit of helping one another.”