Searching for a new superintendent
Ever wonder what superintendent search surveys are asking school communities in other districts? We did a little research to show you the questions being asked in the K12 leadership vetting process during this time of high turnover and busy hiring.
Support EB Specialists
Reflecting on my journey in the English language teaching (ELT) profession, I think about the opportunities I have had to represent and advocate for students and educators. These experiences have impacted my own path, igniting my passion to support others navigating their roles as ELT educators. My journey has involved experiences in various roles—as an ELT specialist (aka ESL teacher), administrator, and education consultant. Through these roles, I’ve identified what I believe are key elements for improving ELT specialists’ environments and positively impacting their students’ success.
Celebrating TALAS Board Member
When Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora describes herself as a lifelong learner, she means it. In first grade, she was on the cover of her hometown newspaper for having perfect attendance in school. But she wasn’t alone. Her dog Mannix stood by her side—along with her teacher, who always let her bring her best friend to class. “He went to school with me every day,” she tells us. “And we sat right up front.”
Congratulations to TALAS Board Member
Gregory-Portland ISD is the H-E-B Excellence in Education 2024 small school district statewide winner.
The annual H-E-B awards competition recognizes Texas schools and educators. Finalists and winners take home thousands in winnings. The program has awarded more than $13 million since 2002.
When should students take Algebra I?
In determining if students are ready to take an algebra I class, schools should use assessment outcomes data and have updated guidance for staff in understanding benchmarks for course readiness, according to new guidance from NWEA, a research and assessment company.
FAFSA Updates
In its continued effort to remedy the series of snafus marring the rollout of an updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, the U.S. Department of Education announced Monday more technical and outreach support to help high schools, states, and private and nonprofit organizations boost FAFSA completion rates for high school seniors.
