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2023-2024 �TEKS RS Professional Development Catalog

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About Us

  • TEKS RS is built for TEKS by Texas Teachers serving 95% districts and 1.9 million students
  • TEKS RS is research-based and provides users access to the references and resources
  • TEKS RS matches the standard and the vocabulary set forth by TEA
  • YAG addresses all tested standards before STAAR Testing
  • TEKS RS is responsive to TEA changes making connections to OER materials, RBIS and STAAR 2.0
  • ESC R19 has provided access to Implementing TEKS RS “Pacing Tools” (Implementing TEKS RS/ITRS) at no additional costs to the district for creativity, resources and connections to High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM)

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Welcome

The following sessions are provided to our TEKS RS subscribers free of charge. They are intended to provide participants with deep dives into the TEKS Resource System, its components and the many resources. Some sessions may require participants to access sites such as I-TRS. Please reach out to your presenter prior to the session if you have any questions.

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All rights reserved. All contents and information on this PowerPoint are the creative and intellectual property of Education Service Center Region 19, unless otherwise indicated. Content is used for educational purposes only and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or otherwise used in any manner without express written permission from Education Service Center Region 19.

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Table of Contents

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Reading Language Arts- Elementary

Title

Description

Date

Session #

Using TEKS RS in my ELA Classroom: 101 for new ELA teachers

Participants will engage in meaningful implementation strategies that will be explored in the ELA classroom for new teachers through the TEKS RS lens.

Fall: 9/27/23 

Planning from the IFD  K-2 ELAR

In this session, participants will be immersed in an in-depth study of the Instructional Focus Document (IFD). The discussion will center on the structure, design and intent of the unit of study. Participants will understand how the IFD helps them plan for instruction.

Fall: 9/19/23

Spring: 2/13/24

Planning from the IFD RLA 3-5

In this session, participants will leave with an in-depth understanding of the IFD and its purpose. They will also plan for a unit using an instructional planning tool aligned to the IFD.

Fall: 9/27/23

Spring: 2/27/24

Planning Biliteracy TEKS RS Units using SLAR/ELAR side by side

In this session, participants will use the SLAR/ELAR side by side YAG and IFDs as they plan for biliteracy units.

Fall: 9/28/23

Spring: 2/7/24

Let's create literacy stations from the Performance Assessments! K-2nd grade

Participants will go through the IFD to fully understand the unit. We will focus on the Performance Assessments and break down the information to make literacy stations.

Fall: 10/19/23

Spring: 2/8/24

Using TEKS RS Assessments in the Elementary ELA Classroom

Participants will engage in the theory and practice of the assessment continuum. Purposeful and deliberate implementation strategies will be explored in the ELA elementary classroom. TRS tools will also be utilized to facilitate classroom assessment.

Spring 2/28/24

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Reading Language Arts- Secondary

Title

Description

Date

Session #

HS RLA, ITRS, & IFD: Alphabet Soup for Great Planning

In this session, High School RLA teachers will get a deep dive into planning using the Instructional Focus Document (IFD) from TEKS RS and the Pacing Guide in Implementing TEKS RS (ITRS).

Fall: 8/23/23

Spring: 2/21/24

TEKS RS and ITRS: Understanding RLA Resources

In this session, teachers will explore TEKS RS and ITRS to use resources and plan for RLA content. (6th-8th)

Fall: 9/23/23

Assessment Creator: How to develop RLA Assessments in TEKS RS

Participants will learn how to create assessments using the assessment creator and look at various resources within TEKS RS to develop meaningful assessments.

Spring: 2/27/24

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Social Studies

Title

Description

Date

Session #

Unpacking TEKS RS Personal Financial Literacy -Social Studies

The TEKS RS components for the new Personal Financial Literacy course have been updated to reflect the student expectations associated with this social studies course. Participants will delve into the various components TRS offers such as the Vertical Alignment Document, Instructional Focus Document, TEKS Verification, etc. Participants will become acquainted with the course through the TRS Components for PFL.

Fall: 8/24/23

Spring: 1/11/23

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Mathematics

Title

Description

Date

Session #

Virtual Manipulatives - Algebra Tiles (6-12)

Participants will navigate the virtual manipulatives in TEKS RS for math. We will dive in depth through the algebra tiles presentation to model the teaching with the resource. We will also use the concrete tiles to model a conceptually balanced approach to secondary math. Discussions around the research-based Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRA) with the Enhanced TEKS Clarification Document will enhance content expertise.

Fall: 9/20/23

Spring 1/24/24

TEKS RS+HQIM: Preparing to Teach a Math Unit (K-5)

In this session, participants will preview the backwards lesson planning design. Learn how to use TRS components to prepare for a unit of study or module in their HQIM. Discussions will be centered around the Performance Assessments and the Enhanced TEKS Clarification Document (ETCD) to understand the requirements and depth of the standards. Participants will experience doing the math for an upcoming unit/module through the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (CRS) approach.

Fall: 8/29/23

199132

Spring: 1/17/24

Unpacking the (New) Grade Level Overviews (6-12)

Participants will go through the Grade Level Overviews to gain an understanding of the coherence and depth of key concepts within TEKS RS. The Focal Points and new Vertical STAAR Analysis documents will also be introduced.

Fall: 9/28/23

Spring: 1/17/24

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Science

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Description

Date

Session #

Unpacking the Standards/Assessments Science (Secondary)

Participants will use the TEKS RS to engage in lesson and activity planning for their science classes. Using the backward design format, teachers will deconstruct and apply the standards to enhance and align their lessons while considering pathways as facilitators to guide student-centered activities.

Fall:  10/5/23

Aim for the STAARs in Science! Planning using specific resources in TRS (Elementary)

In this session, elementary science teachers will learn how to utilize documents such as the Blueprint, Released Test Questions, and the Vertical Alignment Document. Participants will learn how to make connections and plan with purpose.

Fall: 11/15/23

The World of Science through TEKS RS Resources (Secondary)

Participants will get an in-depth look at the variety of resources, tools, and guides available in the Science resources folder to take their classroom instruction to the next level. Participants will also explore how to use these resources to address the needs of the students in achieving their learning goals.

Spring: 2/8/24

Strategically Planning for Success in Elementary Science using TRS

Participants will learn how to plan their units utilizing the many components and resources TRS has to offer. From the YAG to the IFD to the Resources to the Assessments Creator, participants will walk away with tools to plan their next unit.

Spring: 2/12/24

All rights reserved. All contents and information on this PowerPoint are the creative and intellectual property of Education Service Center Region 19, unless otherwise indicated. Content is used for educational purposes only and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or otherwise used in any manner without express written permission from Education Service Center Region 19.

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District/Administrator

Title

Description

Date

Session #

TEKS Resource System 101

Does your campus need guidance navigating TEKS Resource System? Are you a first-year teacher or seasoned educator who needs a TEKS Resource System refresher? If so, this session is perfect for you! This session will provide: an overview of the TEKS Resource System and its components, an overview of the Resource Folder, and instructions on how to access/utilize I-TRS to plan and maximize instruction.

Fall:

7/12/23

AM- 199257

PM- 199259

Spring:  2/8/24

AM- 199261

PM- 199262

Navigating the Assessment Center

Join us as we explore the Assessment Center and practice creating assessments. Participants will also utilize the STAAR Analysis Tools in the Resource Folder to prepare for end of year assessments. 

Fall:

8/1/23

AM- 199244

PM- 199246

Spring: 1/25/24

AM- 199247

PM- 199245

Admin Corner & Content Updates

Standards Support-Join us to keep abreast of content changes/modifications and TEA updates. Participants will preview how and where the changes will impact the current scope and sequence, and implementation ideas for the changes/updates. Learn to use the YAG-O-Matic tool and organize your district calendar. Admin services will also be reviewed. This includes how to add/remove users and how to give access to the Assessment Center.

Fall:

6/20/23

AM- 199275

PM- 199276

Spring:

2/15/24

AM- 199278

PM- 199280

Please note that District/Administrator sessions are for Campus/Program Administrators, System Administrators, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leads (department heads) and Training Staff. Participants will receive copies of documents and presentations to be able to train their staff. All training materials can be found on our TEKS RS Resource Page.

All rights reserved. All contents and information on this PowerPoint are the creative and intellectual property of Education Service Center Region 19, unless otherwise indicated. Content is used for educational purposes only and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or otherwise used in any manner without express written permission from Education Service Center Region 19.

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Customize any session��Are you looking for a specific topic or date? Contact us to customize your professional development. Packages are also available.��Thank you,�Your TEKS RS Team��Amy Aviña- aavina@esc19.net��Veronica Hernandez- vhernandez@esc19.net ��Linda Caudillo- lbcaudillo@esc19.net

Updated 5/24/23

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All rights reserved. All contents and information on this PowerPoint are the creative and intellectual property of Education Service Center Region 19, unless otherwise indicated. Content is used for educational purposes only and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or otherwise used in any manner without express written permission from Education Service Center Region 19.