Transcription
Texas COVID LearningAcceleration Supports (TCLAS)
Welcome!Lizette RidgewayDirector, District Systemsand StrategiesAndrew HodgeDirector, InnovativeInstructional ea.texas.govSend questions using the Q&A and we’ll answer as many as we can. FAQ, Recording, andslides will be posted on TCLAS webpage following the webinar2
Today’s Objectives Provide overview of Texas COVID Learning Acceleration Supports(TCLAS) grant Share application timeline and key components Preview TCLAS Guidance Document and Funding Calculator Identify additional resources and ways to learn more3
Texas COVID Learning Acceleration Supports (TCLAS) is a set oftargeted supports and additional state and federal funding alignedto the Learning Acceleration Framework.LEAs will access TCLAS funding and supports through a single, streamlineddiscretionary, non-competitive grant application that mimics the simplicityof a formula grant. No narrative responses required No need for grant writers Easy budget calculations4
TCLAS provides districts access to: 1.4 Bin services andsupports available todistricts15TEA initiativescustomized forlearning acceleration1district applicationto access funding
Recap: To Catch Kids Up, Schools Must Make Significant ChangesSupported teachers who areequipped to deliverexcellence, getting more than1 year of growth in 1 yearRigorous instructionalmaterials designed to makeup ground, and designed towork remotely & on campusMore time for the studentsmost in need, including inthe summer and withtargeted tutoring6
TCLAS Includes 5 Accelerated Learning StrategiesAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningStrategic planning andperformancemanagement toprioritize, launch, andcontinuously improvelearning r PipelinesMore TimeRigorous, high-qualityinstructionalmaterials designed tomake up ground andmaster grade levelTEKSTalent pipelines thatsupport teachers todeliver excellence inthe classroom, gettingmore than 1 year ofgrowth in 1 yearMore time for thestudents most inneed, includingexpandinginstructional time inthe summer and withtargeted tutoringInnovative SchoolModelsInnovative schoolmodels to incorporateall aspects of thelearning accelerationframework7
10 Available Decision Points for Districts in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsDecision 1: LEAAccelerated LearningStrategic PlanningDecision 2: HQIM CoreApproved ProductsDecision 4: Teacherrecruitment supportDecision 6: TutoringSupportsDecision 9: P-TECHDecision 5: ResidencyProgram SupportDecision 7: SchoolDay/Calendar RedesignDecision 10: New SchoolModelsChoice by Subject/Grade LevelDecision 3: HQIMSupplemental ApprovedProductsDecision 8: StrongSummer ProgramVarious Types of ProductsSimilar TEA Initiatives: Resilient School SupportProgram (RSSP)Similar TEA Initiatives: Texas Home Learning(THL) / CRIMSI Math Innovation Zones Dyslexia tools Phonics Reading System College Prep CourseSimilar TEA Initiatives: Grow Your Own (GYO) Teacher ResidenciesSimilar TEA Initiatives: Additional Days SchoolYear (ADSY) Vetted Texas Tutor CorpsSimilar TEA Initiatives: PTECH Texas Regional PathwaysNetwork School Action Fund (SAF)8
10 Available Decision Points for Districts in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModels9
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesInstructionalMaterialsStrategic PlanningTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsWhat this support can include:District-wide learningacceleration strategyprioritization andplanningOngoing project,stakeholder, and,change managementsupportOpt-in campus-levelimplementation,cohort PD,and networkingopportunitiesData FellowExamplesInstructionalSupport& CoachingInstructionalMaterialsStaffing &SchedulingTutoringAdditionalTime10
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsWhat this support can include:Core Instructional MaterialsProfessional DevelopmentSupplemental MaterialsCRIMSIPrinted, high-qualityinstructional materials (anddigital supports) designed forlearning accelerationDesign and Implementationsupport for educators using highquality instructional materialsLicenses to supplemental productsfor early learners, college prep andblended learning models11
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsWhat this support can include:Teacher ResidenciesHigh-quality, sustainable teacher residencyplanning and implementation support inpartnership with an Educator PreparationProgram.Strategic StaffingGrant funding for teacher resident stipendsand access to strategic staffing design andimplementation supports.Grow Your OwnPathways for High SchoolStudentsPathways forParaprofessionals 8,000 - 10,000 per high school 5,000 - 10,000per Education and Training teacher 7,500 - 18,000tuition reimbursement per candidateCool Thing 3Grow Your Own pathways with funding for HSstudents and paraprofessionals to becometeachers12
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsWhat this support can include:Vetted Texas Tutor CorpsADSY Planning and Execution ProgramAccess to vetted tutoring curriculum, platform,and training at reduced cost; Additional grantfunding to subsidize tutor labor costs from vettedtutor recruitment organizationsAdd more days to the school calendar – with ahigh-quality summer program or redesigning theschool year – to maximize learning time13
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsWhat this support can include:P-TECH Connect HS to Collegeand CareerStudents earn highschool diploma andpostsecondary degreeand/or certificateUp to 6 years and stillreceive funding from TEASchool Redesign Whole school blendedlearning modelsHigh-quality instructionalmaterialsExtended TimeHigh-dosage tutoringStudent WellnessPlanning and implementation supports for innovative whole schoolmodels, including PTECH and blended learning whole school redesigns14
10 Available Decision Points for Districts in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsDecision 1: LEAAccelerated LearningStrategic PlanningDecision 2: HQIM CoreApproved ProductsDecision 4: Teacherrecruitment supportDecision 6: TutoringSupportsDecision 9: P-TECHDecision 5: ResidencyProgram SupportDecision 7: SchoolDay/Calendar RedesignDecision 10: New SchoolModelsChoice by Subject/Grade LevelDecision 3: HQIMSupplemental ApprovedProductsDecision 8: StrongSummer ProgramVarious Types of ProductsSimilar TEA Initiatives: Resilient School SupportProgram (RSSP)Similar TEA Initiatives: Texas Home Learning(THL) / CRIMSI Math Innovation Zones Dyslexia tools Phonics Reading System College Prep CourseSimilar TEA Initiatives: Grow Your Own (GYO) Teacher ResidenciesSimilar TEA Initiatives: Additional Days SchoolYear (ADSY) Vetted Texas Tutor CorpsSimilar TEA Initiatives: PTECH Texas Regional PathwaysNetwork School Action Fund (SAF)
TCLAS Timeline andApplication Overview
TCLAS Application JanuaryRelease of Guidance Document & Overview Webinar: 6/30/21Application opens: 7/19/21Application Period OpenLEA Step 1: SubmitQualtrics SurveyApplicationApplication Closes: 8/20/21TEA ReviewsApplicationsPreliminary award amount notification: 9/10/21eGrant ProcessLEA Step 2: Finalizeapplication ineGrantsGrant NegotiationProcessNOGA tentative dateDecember 1, 2021(Note: For districts with policiesthat allow it, pre-award costsfrom March 1, 2021)17
TCLAS Application ComponentsGuidance DocumentBudget CalculatorApplicationComing SoonQualtricsapplication linkposted week of7/19Walks LEAs through supportsavailable through TCLAS andguiding questions LEAs shouldconsider before making TCLASdecisionsCalculates district TCLAS award– including both in-kind andgranted funds – based on thedecisions made in TCLASThis is how districts will submittheir TCLAS choices to TEA18
TCLAS Guidance Document andFunding Calculator Walkthrough
TCLAS Next Steps
District Planning RecommendationsFive Week Open Application PeriodPre-ApplicationReleasePrior to 7/19Week 1Week of 7/19Week 2-3Week 4Week of 7/26Week of 8/9Week 5Week of 8/16 Review guidancedocument andattend webinars Explore guidingquestions Reviewrequirements Finalize decisions Communicatedecisions Create Task Forceand ApplicationLead Make PreliminaryDecisions Engagestakeholders/Review paststakeholderfeedback Collect ApplicationData Obtain boardapproval or policyapproval to utilizepre-award ApplyESCs can help you with your application21
Accelerated Learning Strategies in TCLASAccelerated Learning StrategiesStrategic PlanningInstructionalMaterialsTeacher PipelinesMore TimeInnovative SchoolModelsDecision 1: LEAAccelerated LearningStrategic PlanningDecision 2: HQIM CoreApproved ProductsDecision 4: Teacherrecruitment supportDecision 6: TutoringSupportsDecision 9: P-TECHDecision 5: ResidencyProgram SupportDecision 7: SchoolDay/Calendar RedesignDecision 10: New SchoolModelsChoice by Subject/Grade LevelDecision 3: HQIMSupplemental ApprovedProductsDecision 8: StrongSummer ProgramVarious Types of ProductsSimilar TEA Initiatives: Resilient School SupportProgram (RSSP)Similar TEA Initiatives: Texas Home Learning(THL) / CRIMSI Math Innovation Zones Dyslexia tools Phonics Reading System College Prep CourseSimilar TEA Initiatives: Grow Your Own (GYO) Teacher ResidenciesSimilar TEA Initiatives: Additional Days SchoolYear (ADSY) Vetted Texas Tutor CorpsSimilar TEA Initiatives: PTECH Texas Regional PathwaysNetwork School Action Fund (SAF)
Upcoming TCLAS Support OpportunitiesTCLAS Overview WebinarDecision Point-Specific WebinarsTCLAS Office HoursOverview of guidance documentand process for submitting a TCLASapplicationIn depth review of supports availablewithin TCLAS; LEAs should join for allinterested supportsQuestion and answer opportunitywith TEA staff about TCLAS andcompleting the applicationToday’s WebinarWeek of July 12th, Various TimeBegin Week of July 26thRecording available soonRegistration available now!Registration Coming SoonVisit the TCLAS webpage to register and access recordings23
Decision Point-Specific WebinarsWebinar TopicDecision 1: LEA Accelerated Learning Strategic PlanningDecision 2: HQIM Core Approved ProductsDecision 3: HQIM Supplemental Approved ProductsDecision 4: Teacher Recruitment SupportDecision 5: Teacher Residency Program SupportDecision 6: Tutoring SupportsDecision 7: School Day Calendar RedesignDecision 8: Strong Summer ProgramDecision 9: P-TECHDecision 10: New School ModelsDateTimeRegistration Link7/12/202112-12:45 p.m.Register7/13/20212-3:00 p.m.Register7/14/202110-11:00 a.m.Register7/13/20219-9:45 a.m.Register7/13/202110-10:45 a.m.Register7/14/20212-2:45 p.m.Register7/15/202111-11:45 a.m.Register7/14/202111-11:30 a.m.Register7/14/20219-9:45 a.m.Register7/15/20218-8:45 a.m.Register24
Questions?tclas@tea.texas.gov
Texas COVID Learning Acceleration Supports (TCLAS) is a set of targeted supports andadditional state and federal funding aligned to the Learning Acceleration Framework. LEAs will access TCLAS funding and supports through a single, streamlined discretionary, non-competitive grant application that mimics the simplicity of a formula grant.
