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The Education Service Center, Region 2 (ESC-2), is committed to our mission of “empowering learning communities through innovation,” and to our vision of “educational excellence for an evolving world.” As we strive to realize our mission and vision we continuously strive for refinement and improvement of our programs and service offerings. Staff and leadership at the ESC-2 recognizes that the needs of our customers and the needs of our educational community change over time and our goal is to provide services that change along with them.

To better serve the needs of our clientele, the ESC-2 has prepared the 2019-2020 Programs and Services Catalog with the needs of regional educators, students, families, and other community members in mind. Our programs and services are provided by experts in the field who strive to exhibit our core values of integrity, dependability, professionalism, respect, excellence, innovation, positive attitude, and service.

The ESC-2 understands the role our educators and school staff play in shaping the lives of children in our community

and around our state and we look forward to being a part of the team it takes to make a positive impact in

education.

Please contact me or my staff at any time with questions or comments about ESC-2 programs and services.

Sincerely,

Rick Alvarado, Ph.D. Executive Director

Welcome!

NUECES

McMULLEN LIVEOAK

BEE

DUVAL

SAN PATRICIO ARANSAS

KLEBERG

KENEDY

BROOKS

Corpus Christi

JIMWELLS

SchoolDistricts41

CharterSchools8119,666

Students

17,463Total School Sta�

Since 1967, the ESC-2 has provided quality service to LEAs in the Texas Coastal Bend. The ESC-2 is one of 20 service centers that serve the instructional and operational needs of Texas schools. Operating under the auspices of the Texas Education Agency, the ESC-2 is accountable at the regional level to its main clientele, the LEAs in Region 2. The primary focus of the ESC-2 is student achievement, which we impact by offering educators, administrators, and auxiliary staff a wide array of high quality professional development and instructional services. We also provide programs and support to maximize efficiency of school operations. We employ a highly motivated and qualified staff of experienced educators to provide needs-based programs for schools.

Kamlesh BhikhaChairperson Luis BuentelloVice Chairperson

Graciela T. GonzalesSecretary

Members

Patricia Wallek

Ricardo Ramirez

Stan Simonson

Leo Villarreal

Greg Ybarra

Education Service Center, Region 2

MISSION

VISION

The mission of the ESC-2 is empowering learning communitiesthrough innovation.

The vision of the ESC-2 is educationalexcellence for an evolving world.

Board of Directors

Serving11 Counties

Fee Structure for Onsite Training/Technical Assistance for all Cooperative Services:• $795 Cooperative (full day)/$450 Cooperative (half-day 3-hr. or less)

up to 40 participants (additional $20 per participant 41-60). For groups larger than 60, please call for pricing.

• $1295 Non-Cooperative (full day)/$795 Non-Cooperative (half-day 3-hr. or less) up to 40 participants (additional $20 per participant 41-60). For groups larger than 60, please call for pricing.

• Saturday (any amount of time): $795 (Cooperative)/$1295 (Non-Cooperative) up to 40 participants (additional $20 per participant 41-60). For groups larger than 60, please call for pricing.

• $1,495 Out-of-Region + travel up to 40 participants (additional $15 per participant 41-60). For groups larger than 60, please call for pricing.

• ESC-2 cooperative days are not transferable from one ESC-2 cooperative to another. Cooperative days are specific to the cooperative for which they were purchased.

• Additional fees will be assessed for customized professional development and/or technical assistance.

2019-2020Programs and Services

Cooperatives ��8Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative �� 10Career and Technical Education Carl Perkins Shared Services Arrangement �� 14Coastal Bend Application Tracking System �� 18Competitive Grants �� 22Counselor Support Services �� 26Distance Learning �� 30DMAC Solutions �� 34Early Childhood Cooperative �� 36Early Scholars Academy �� 40Educational Media �� 42English Language Arts, Reading, & Social Studies Cooperative �� 46

ELA and Reading (ELAR) Services �� 50Social Studies Services �� 52

Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) �� 54Instructional Technology Cooperative �� 58Leadership Services Cooperative �� 62Library Support Services Cooperative �� 66Management Information Systems (MIS) �� 70Managed IT Services �� 74Math/Science Cooperative �� 78

Mathematics Services �� 80Science Services �� 82

Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative �� 84Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) �� 88School Business Advisory Cooperative�� 92School Health and Safety Cooperative �� 96Special Education Cooperative �� 100State & Federal Programs Support Cooperative �� 104TCMPC TEKS Resource System �� 108Texas Student Data System (TSDS) �� 112Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) �� 116Title III, Part A Shared Services Arrangement (SSA) �� 120

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Services ��124Assessment and Accountability ��126Bus Driver Certification Services ��128Business Consulting Services ��130Educator Preparation Program ��132Eduhero ��134Food & Nutrition Program ��136Goodbuy Purchasing ��138Publications ��140Special Education Support Services��142

Autism ��144Behavior/Discipline ��144Low Incidence Disabilities (LID) ��145Early Childhood ��145Parent Coordination ��145Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) ��145Progress in the General Curriculum ��146Secondary Transition ��146Special Education Evaluation ��147Speech Language Pathology ��147Visual Impairments ��147

Dyslexia ��148Enhancing Special Education through Innovation ��150STAAR Test Banks ��152Facility Rentals ��154Additional Services ��156

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CooperativesThe Education Service Center, Region 2, offers a wide array of cooperatives that you may purchase to better assist staff with serving the students in local education agencies (LEA's). The cooperatives offer many services, professional development opportunities, network meetings, products, and technical assistance.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative supports the areas of gifted/talented, pre-AP/AP strategies, and college and career readiness by advocating for and designing an array of learning experiences for teachers, administrators, and counselors. Students with special abilities have unique needs. The trainings and services provided through this cooperative will support the creation and alignment of curriculum that reflects modification of depth, complexity, and pacing of the general education program to meet the state goal of “professional products and performances.”

SPECIALISTKimberly JonesEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative

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• Technical assistance includes unlimited email and phone support.

• Twice Exceptional Training with Special Education

• Texas Performance Standards Project Training

• Brain-Based Instructional Strategies• Administrator/Counselor Gifted and

Talented Training• Early Scholars Academy Student

Workshop• Critical and Creative Thinking• Content Specific Training

Sample ProfessionalDevelopment Opportunities(Customized PD Available)

Technical Assistance

Services• Gifted and Talented Compliance Monitoring• Board training on the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted Students• Parent and student presentations• Six-hour updates [19TAC§89.2(3)]• 30-Hour G/T training [19TAC§89.2(1)]• Onsite project development• Custom designed trainings• Networking with regional G/T teachers• Reduced fee for ESC-2 professional development• Classroom observation


Program Website

State Board of Education (SBOE) requirements state that teachers who provide instruction and services for gifted students must have 30 hours of professional development prior to their assignment to the LEA’s G/T services or within their first semester. [19TAC§89.2(1)]

Teachers then must receive a minimum of six hours of professional development annually. [19TAC§89.2(3)] Administrators and counselors must complete six hours of professional development. [19TAC§89.2(4)]

http://gt.esc2.net

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Advanced Academics/GT Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Advanced Academics/GT Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To improve the knowledge and skills of principals, counselors, and teachers to increase the understanding of the needs of gifted learners through 30-hour or six-hour update training;

• To improve the quality of service provided to gifted learners by assisting LEAs in developing and implementing programs that meet state and federal requirements; and

• To develop and provide instructional materials and resources to meet the needs of the LEA program.

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide professional development offerings in the area of support for Advanced Academics;

• Provide onsite consultation and technical assistance at reduced fees; • Provide access to trainings at reduced fees; • Provide networking opportunities for LEA G/T coordinators to share and discuss topics

pertaining to gifted education; • Annually evaluate the effectiveness of member LEA’s gifted program at reduced fees; and • Provide school board training on compliance for the Texas State Plan for G/T.

Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Designate a G/T contact or representative; • Provide release time for teachers of gifted students to attend trainings; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialist to provide onsite visits to the campuses and

classrooms as appropriate; • Make facilities available for onsite professional development activities as appropriate; and • Provide student performance, demographic, and program data for evaluation measures.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet Annual fee for LEA:

Advanced Academic Services/GT Cooperative member fees vs. Non-cooperative member fees

Training Location Cooperative fee Non-cooperative fee

G/T 30-Hour

Training ESC-2 Onsite

Online Course

$375 (per person) $3,975*(up to 40 participants) $375 (per person) *additional participants $20 per person

$1000 (per person) $6475*(up to 40 participants) $1500 (per person)

*additional participants $20 per person

G/T Six-Hour Update

ESC-2 Onsite

$75 (per person) $795** (up to 40 participants) **additional participants $20 per person

$200 (per person) $1295**(up to 40 participants) ***additional participants $20 per person

Admin/Counselor Training

ESC-2 Onsite

$75 (per person) $795**(up to 40 participants) **additional participants $20 per person

$200 (per person) $1295**(up to 40 participants) ***additional participants $20 per person

Maximum of 40 participants per training

Total Cost: $ ___________________________ PO Number: __________________________

______________________________________ ____________________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ ______________________________________ Phone Email

For additional information contact: Kimberly Jones 361-561-8512 [email protected]

$700 base fee + $1.50 per ADA (maximum amount of $13,000)

$700 + $1.50 x _______=________ ADA Total Cost

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DESCRIPTIONThe Career and Technical Education (CTE) Carl Perkins Shared Services Arrangement (SSA) is committed to raising awareness of the obligations and opportunities in the area of Career and Technical Education as we work to improve student achievement and prepare a postsecondary-ready generation through project-based learning and integration of the core curriculum. The CTE Carl Perkins SSA provides services to schools who are required, due to allotment amount (less than $15,000), or choose for programmatic or fiscal reasons to select Education Service Center, Region 2, as their fiscal agent. As the fiscal agent the ESC-2 CTE Program, in coordination with the SSA members, will determine mutually beneficial uses for the Carl Perkins allotment.

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Career and Technical Education Carl Perkins Shared Services Arrangement

Martha RoseAdministrator(361) [email protected]

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• Onsite civil rights training• Program planning and evaluation• Dual credit and articulation assistance• Other services as needed • Programs of Study for CTE development

and assistance• Methods of administration TEA onsite

review preparation services • Programs of Study audit and

endorsement support onsite civil rights training

• Programs of Study audit and endorsement support

• Work-Based Learning Teacher Education• CTE Advisory Council requirements• Career Inventory Implementation• Integration of CTE into general curriculum• Meeting the needs special populations in

CTE classrooms• Introduction to CTE program requirements• One-day onsite needs assessment of CTE

program• Quarterly networking meetings for CTE

administrators at no charge

Sample ProfessionalDevelopment Opportunities

Additional Optional Services

Services• Assist LEA with the delivery of services in coordination with other service providers• Assist LEA in acquisition of curriculum materials, support materials, and equipment• Assist LEA with planning, designing, and implementing Achieve Texas Programs of Study• Provide customized onsite services in the areas of needs assessment, partnership

development, and program evaluation• Serve as fiscal agent for the project that includes application, amendment preparation, and

fiscal reporting requirements• Assist LEA in the implementation of CTE TEKS• Provide LEAs with career investigation, financial aid, and career portfolio support for all

students


Program Website

http://cte.esc2.net/

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 CTE Carl Perkins SSA

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the CTE Carl Perkins SSA with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Purpose: To provide career and technical services to member LEAs. The CTE Carl Perkins SSA has the following service goals:

• To assist LEAs in the acquisition of curriculum materials, support materials, and equipment;

• To provide professional development for teachers and administrators on integration of CTE and academic education and assist LEAs in the development and implementation of Programs of Study;

• To provide customized onsite services in addition to technical assistance and professional development in the area of Career Clusters and Programs of Study;

• To serve as fiscal agent for the project that includes application, amendment preparation, and fiscal reporting requirements; and

• To provide LEAs with career investigation, financial aid, and career portfolio support for all students.


• Provide professional development offerings in the area of Carl Perkins – Career and Technical Education;

• Provide consultation and technical assistance as appropriate and scheduled; • Provide access at reduced fees for ESC-2 products and materials; • Annually evaluate the effectiveness of member and SSA performance; and • Provide regular state update sessions for member LEAs via face-to-face meetings and

online. Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Provide administrative support to the CTE Carl Perkins SSA; • Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Participate in CTE Carl Perkins SSA quarterly planning meetings; • Provide release time for selected school personnel to participate in Career and Technical

Education activities of the cooperative; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialist to provide onsite visits to the campuses as

appropriate; and • Make facilities available for professional development activities.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 CTE Carl Perkins SSA

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

CTE Carl Perkins SSA Allotment amount:

Fee per LEA Carl Perkins Allotment Membership to the SSA is dependent on LEAs indicating annually the intent to join the ESC Region 2 SSA Carl Perkins SSA via the Carl Perkins E-Grant Application.

Total Allotment Amount: $ ____________________

_____________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ _____________________________ Phone Email For additional information contact: Martha Rose 361-561-8504 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2, and many Coastal Bend LEAs have formed the Coastal Bend Application Tracking System Consortium (CBATS). CBATS is a job application system that allows applicants to submit one common online application to all participating LEAs. This system provides employers with easy access to thousands of applicants seeking employment in the education industry. Members benefit by avoiding the costly advertising expenses for open positions, and they have easy access to web-based modules that facilitate the applicant screening and hiring processes.

SPECIALISTMelissa MorinHuman Resources Administrator(361) [email protected]

Coastal Bend Application Tracking System

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• Technical support via phone and email from an ESC-2 application administrator

• Technical support via phone and email from the software provider


Services• Access to an administrative online application system for professional and certified job

openings • Access to a classified online application system for classified and auxiliary job openings • Access to an electronic reference system • NCLB and Highly Qualified components to help identify top quality applicants


Program Website

https://www.searchsoft.net/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00014030

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Coastal Bend Application Tracking System (CBATS) Consortium

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Coastal Bend Application Tracking System (CBATS) Consortium with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description:

The Coastal Bend Application Tracking System Consortium has this primary service goal:

• Provide access to a job application system that allows applicants to submit one common online application to all participating members of the CBATS consortium;

• Provide one-time, onsite training for new members; • Provide ongoing technical support from an ESC-2 application administrator; and • Provide technical support from the software provider.


• Provide access to an administrative online application system for professional and certified job openings;

• Provide access to a classified online application system for classified and auxiliary job openings; • Provide access to an electronic reference system; and • Provide ongoing technical support.


• Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Purchase access to the consortium based on the number of campuses in the LEA; • Request licenses for each campus staff member using the application system; and • Allow the ESC-2 CBATS application administrator to provide onsite visits to consortium members

as appropriate.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Coastal Bend Application Tracking System (CBATS) Consortium


Annual fee for LEA:

GENERAL INVESTMENT SUMMARY Price Per Unit

Number of Campuses in

LEA Total Price

-- Named User License with Support & Maintenance (ONE Certified eApplication type included with optimization) -- NCLB/HQ for Texas - embedded into certified App. $350

-- Global Admin eApplication -- Global Classified eApplication $225 1

-- Global eReference Module $100 1 -- Region 2 - Admin Fee (10% of User Licenses, HQ, Admin, Classified Application, & Global eReference Module)

Total Annual Subscription: $

-- ONSITE Training for 1st Time Subscribers (One-time $450 fee includes TRAVEL/EXPENSES)

Total ONE-TIME Cost: $

TOTAL SUBSCRIPTION COST: $

Number of Campuses in LEA:___________________________________ Primary Contact:

Billing Address: ________

Purchase Order Number(s):

Signature:

Date:

For additional information contact: Melissa Morin Phone: 361-561-8416 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Competitive Grants Cooperative monitors and identifies competitive grant opportunities from a variety of funding sources that are appropriate for shared service arrangements (SSA) between a regional school district or charter school, the Education Service Center (ESC-2), and other eligible public and private institutions. Basic training is offered through workshops face to face and online on grant application and management process from identifying the sources of funds, writing and submitting the application to evaluation and reporting.

SPECIALISTCigdem Alagoz-Ekici, Ph.D.Grantwriter/Research and Evaluation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Competitive Grants

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• An Introduction to Grant Writing • Finding the Right Source of Funding


Services• Facilitate the development of grant SSAs with school districts, partners, and ESC-2,

including project planning, and grant application, completion, and submission • A website of selected current grant opportunities for education is maintained by ESC-2 staff • Assist individual school districts and charter schools with development of grant applications

as requested and feasible on an arranged basis; includes application development, evaluations, or draft reviews.


Program Website

http://grant.esc2.net/

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Competitive Grants Cooperative

2019‐2020 Commitment Form Worksheet Competitive Grants Cooperative Coop vs. Non‐coop Member Fees

Event Location Coop Cost Non‐coop Cost

Grant Writing Workshops ESC‐2 1 free seat (per workshop) $150 (per person/per workshop)

Onsite Visits Onsite $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Cooperative Meetings ESC‐2 $0 (per person/per meeting) $75 (per person/per meeting)

Grant Writing Assistance ESC‐2 Remote Assistance 16 hrs. ‐ $0 17 hrs. or more ‐ $100 (per hrs.) $125 (per hr.)

Subscription to Online Meetings Online $0 (per person/per meeting) $500 (per campus)

Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage Online $0 ($0 per LEA/school) $1000 (per campus)

Technical Assistance Virtual, email, and phone Based on membership option selected $125 (per hr.)

Membership Packages: Customized Grants & Grant Services Support

OPTION A = $500 (Est. Cost Savings of $1,125) • Grant Writing Workshops 1 free seat per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • 3 hours of technical support/assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

OPTION B = $1500 (Est. Cost Savings of $2,950) • Grant Writing Workshops 2 free seats per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • Subscription to Online Meetings • Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage • 8 hours of technical support/assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

OPTION C = $3000 (Est. Cost Savings of $4,290) • Grant Writing Workshops 3 free seats per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • 16 hours of grant writing assistance at ESC‐2 (remote assistance)* • Subscription to Online Meetings • Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage • 16 hours of technical support assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

* Technical support and assistance to be billed/credited in ½ hour increments. Total Cost: $ ____________________ PO Number: ___________________ _______________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______‐__________ ______________________________ Phone Email For Additional Information Contact: Cigdem Alagoz Ekici, Ph.D. 361‐561‐8675 [email protected]


2019‐2020 Commitment Form Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Competitive Grants Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019‐2020 school year. Description: The Competitive Grants Cooperative will provide products and services that help LEAs develop the necessary skills to be effective in their efforts to investigate, monitor, prepare, and submit grants to a variety of public and private funding sources at the federal, state, and local levels. The Competitive Grants Cooperative has these primary goals:

• To provide Grants & Grant Services products and services for free or at a reduced cost, and • To assist schools in the planning and submission of grants to a variety of public and private funding

sources at the federal, state, and local levels. Professional Development

• Offer at least one (1) free seat per member to attend grant writing workshops, and • Provide onsite workshops and trainings at a reduced cost.

Direct Services

• Provide calendar reminders of due dates and requirements for LEA grant opportunities, • Offer at least two (2) Competitive Grants Cooperative meetings, and • Provide grant writing assistance to help LEAs prepare and submit grant proposals, based on

membership option selected Products

• Subscription to Online Competitive Grants Cooperative Meetings (exclusive/closed group), and • Access to ESC‐2’s Grants Resource Center webpage


• Assistance in locating grant opportunities that meet LEA needs, and • Review, evaluate, and critique grant proposals developed by LEA personnel, based on membership

option selected Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide direct services and resources in the area of Competitive Grants; • Provide face‐to‐face and/or online informational and networking meetings for selected school

personnel to share and discuss grant opportunities and project proposals; and • Locate and analyze past successful grant projects and proposals for schools to use as models.


• Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Provide release time for selected school personnel to attend trainings and meetings; • Permit the ESC‐2 education specialists to provide onsite visits to the campuses as appropriate; and • Make facilities available for onsite professional development activities.

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2019‐2020 Commitment Form Worksheet Competitive Grants Cooperative Coop vs. Non‐coop Member Fees

Event Location Coop Cost Non‐coop Cost

Grant Writing Workshops ESC‐2 1 free seat (per workshop) $150 (per person/per workshop)

Onsite Visits Onsite $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Cooperative Meetings ESC‐2 $0 (per person/per meeting) $75 (per person/per meeting)

Grant Writing Assistance ESC‐2 Remote Assistance 16 hrs. ‐ $0 17 hrs. or more ‐ $100 (per hrs.) $125 (per hr.)

Subscription to Online Meetings Online $0 (per person/per meeting) $500 (per campus)

Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage Online $0 ($0 per LEA/school) $1000 (per campus)

Technical Assistance Virtual, email, and phone Based on membership option selected $125 (per hr.)

Membership Packages: Customized Grants & Grant Services Support

OPTION A = $500 (Est. Cost Savings of $1,125) • Grant Writing Workshops 1 free seat per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • 3 hours of technical support/assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

OPTION B = $1500 (Est. Cost Savings of $2,950) • Grant Writing Workshops 2 free seats per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • Subscription to Online Meetings • Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage • 8 hours of technical support/assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

OPTION C = $3000 (Est. Cost Savings of $4,290) • Grant Writing Workshops 3 free seats per workshop • Onsite Visit reduced fee: $795 per day • Cooperative Meetings (Bi‐annual Meetings) • 16 hours of grant writing assistance at ESC‐2 (remote assistance)* • Subscription to Online Meetings • Access to ESC‐2 Grants Resource Center webpage • 16 hours of technical support assistance via virtual, email, and phone*

* Technical support and assistance to be billed/credited in ½ hour increments. Total Cost: $ ____________________ PO Number: ___________________ _______________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______‐__________ ______________________________ Phone Email For Additional Information Contact: Cigdem Alagoz Ekici, Ph.D. 361‐561‐8675 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Counselors Support Services will provide school counselors with the opportunity to build a stronger and more informative counseling presence at their school and implement programs that meet state and federal requirements. The Counselors Support Services Coop is designed to provide support to LEAs relating to social/emotional and academic counseling. This includes topics such as: Character Education, graduation requirements, assessment information, and college and career readiness. Participants will be provided information and updates in order to stay current with the latest research and best practices related to school counseling.

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• Evaluation of the Comprehensive Guidance Counseling Program

• Assistance in developing guidance activities

• Review master schedule, course offerings and graduation plan documents to ensure college and career readiness requirements are in compliance with Chapter 74 graduation requirements

• Ethics and Legal updates

Required Annual:• Sexual Abuse of Children• Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect• Suicide Prevention• Mental Health Training

Monthly Sessions to include:• Academic advising information• Chapter 74 Graduation Plan Implementation• Character Education programming• Small group and individual mental health education and therapy techniques



Other Events/Services

Services• Calendar reminders of due dates and requirements• Listserv communications• Consultations on counselor issues via email and phone• Counselor website for resources and information


Program Website

http://counselors.esc2.net/

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Counselors Support Services Cooperative


______________________________________________________________________________ LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Counselors Support Services Coop with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Counselors Support Services Coop has these primary goals:

• Improve the knowledge and skills of school counselors to increase the understanding of the needs of their students;

• Improve the quality of services provided to school counselors by assisting LEAs to develop and implement programs that meet state and federal requirements; and

• Develop and provide materials and resources to meet the needs of the LEA’s program. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide professional development opportunities for school counselors at no fee or at a reduced fee;

• Provide onsite consultation or technical assistance at a reduced fee; • Provide email and phone technical assistance; and • Provide networking meetings for all school counselors to share and discuss topics

pertaining to the needs of their students and LEAs. Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Provide release time for school counselors to attend trainings and meetings; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialist to provide onsite visits to the campuses and

classrooms as appropriate; and • Provide facilities for professional development and technical assistance activities as

appropriate.

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2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet Fee per LEA:

Counselors Support Services Coop fee vs. Non-coop member fees

Event Location Coop fee Non-coop fee Counselors meetings ESC-2 $0 $75 (per meeting/per person) Onsite trainings and/or Onsite $795 (per day) $1295 (per day) technical assistance

Total Cost: $ ____________________ PO Number: _____________________

_____________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ _____________________________ Phone Email For additional information contact: Martha Rose [email protected] 361-561-8504

LEA Enrollment Cooperative Fee Included onsite day(s)

1-499 $550 1 500-999 $750 1

1000-2999 $1,050 2 3000-5999 $1,350 2

6000+ $2,350 3

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DESCRIPTIONThe Distance Learning Cooperative provides LEAs with high quality and cost-effective video conferencing and telecommunication opportunities and services. Members benefit from direct technical support and access to virtually attend ESC-2 meetings and workshops, TETNs, and student events. LEAs can chose between three memberships, allowing for customized Distance Learning.

SPECIALISTApril SwartzLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]

Kyle VillereLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]

Lisa RitterLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]

Distance Learning

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• Unlimited phone, e-mail, and remote desktop assistance

Supported TechnologyTechnical Assistance

Services• Access to distance learning opportunities such as video conferences, recorded content, high

school courses• Support for desktop and mobile device videoconferences• Assistance for content coordination and planning with outside presenters to ensure a

successful distance learning event• Assistance in planning and implementing distance learning environments for homebound

students; includes access to robotic equipment as availability allows• Desktop videoconferencing software available; connectivity to unlimited DLR2s, TETNs, and

student events from your desktop computer and mobile devices • Recording and online streaming of course content is available through Ensemble (additional

fees may apply)


Program Website

• Tandberg Endpoints• Tablet App for Videoconferencing (Zoom)• Desktop Videoconferencing (Zoom)• Live Online Streaming Options

http://cbtn.esc2.net/

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Distance Learning Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Distance Learning Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Distance Learning Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To plan, coordinate, and facilitate the cooperative development and operation of a regional integrated telecommunications network;

• To provide services to meet LEA distance learning goals and objectives for increasing both student and teacher achievement; and

• To enable members, without barriers, to: 1) contribute to improving student learning and the overall educational and economic development of the regions, and 2) offer better learning opportunities to all individuals.

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to: • Provide remote videoconferencing (configuration) technical assistance; • Provide unlimited scheduling and bridging services for:

o TEKS- aligned student content o ESC-2 meetings, workshops, coaching, support o Texas Education Telecommunications Network (TETN) content o Desktop and mobile device videoconference support;

• Provide unlimited streaming access to approved ESC-2 generated content; • Provide access to customized distance learning (videoconference, online learning)

workshops to move instruction into the digital age; • Provide assistance with content coordination and planning; and, • Provide assistance with planning and implementation of distance learning environments

for homebound students.


• Designate a site manager to facilitate all connections, scheduling and troubleshooting; and

• Notify appropriate staff regarding relevant opportunities for distance learning training and content.

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Distance Learning Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA: 2018-2019 ADA

Full Distance Learning Membership Includes: • TETN access via distance learning • ESC-2 meetings, workshops, and coaching • Student events via distance learning • Access to TETN and ESC-2 approved recorded content in Ensemble • Access to Zoom available on desktop and in the App Store • Unlimited phone, email, and remote desktop assistance • Access to Brooke’s Bots robotic equipment for homebound students • Same day request $25.00 convenience fee

0-1000 1001-2500 2501+

$3000 $5000 $8000

Student Events Only: • Distance learning access to live and recorded student events

**Additional fees may apply to some student events • Same day request $25.00 convenience fee

**If registered for full Distance Learning membership do not select this option**

0 – 1000 1001 – 2500 2501+

$2000 $3500 $5000

TETN Events Only: • Access to TETN/TEA events via distance learning • Access to TETN approved recorded events • Same day request $25.00 convenience fee

**If registered for full Distance Learning membership do not select this option**

0 – 1000 1001 – 2500 2501+

$1500 $2500 $3500

Non Co-op Members Pricing

• Distance Learning Region 2 events (meetings, workshops, student events, and coaching): $75.00 Half Day event per person/educator $150.00 Full Day Event per person/educator

• TETN Events: $150.00 per person fee

For additional information contact: Distance Learning Team [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONData Management for Assessment and Curriculum (DMAC) Solutions provides web-based software to help LEAs improve the quality of education provided to students. DMAC offers a suite of applications to assist with data disaggregation, benchmarking, assessment, student achievement, progress monitoring, curriculum planning, and more. DMAC is excited to announce its latest software addition, LPAC. This newly released application allows the LPAC committee to safely and easily maintain critical documentation in an online cumulative folder housed in DMAC. As with all of our other applications, your LPAC data accessibility, reliability, and security are guaranteed.

SPECIALISTChris HarrisEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Jessica Guerra, Ph.D.Education Specialist(361) [email protected]

DMAC Solutions

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Sample SolutionsTechnical Assistance

Services• Site-based training for teachers and administrators• Curriculum maps• Local assessments• LPAC process management and documentation• Access to annual DMAC Academy• Customized professional development available

• Secure, web-based access to software from any device• Implementation assistance• Planning support based on data disaggregation• Student achievement/progress monitoring• Curriculum maps• LPAC process management and documentation• Developing local assessments in conjunction with TEKS-RS• Customized professional development available• Annual DMAC Users meeting for district administrators and contacts (May)


Program Website

Data Analysis and Assessment • State Assessment• TAG-TEKS Assessment Generator• TEKScore• TPRI/TejasLEE • lead4ward

Free tools with every subscription• Student Portfolio• Utilities• DMAC Exports

Planning Tools• FormWorks• PGP Intervention - Middle and High School• RtI - Response to Intervention• LPAC• Appraisals- T-TESS/T-PESS, PDAS• SSI - Student Success Initiative• SIP - Improvement Plans• CIA Alignment

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DESCRIPTIONEarly childhood education and parent engagement services can be accessed through the Early Childhood Cooperative. This cooperative supports early education professionals in effectively teaching and creating a learning environment for young learners. The goal is to provide professional development, technical coaching, school readiness guidance, and program development for teachers serving young learners (pre-K through grade 2). The audience includes teachers - both new to the profession and experienced - and administrators on early education campuses. Participants in early childhood classes have the opportunity to participate in learning opportunities at the Early Scholars Academy.

SPECIALISTRobyn HernandezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Early Childhood Cooperative

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• Coach new early childhood staff• Assist teachers with classroom

management, room arrangement, small and large group activities, technology skills, and assessment tools

Sample Professional Development Opportunities (Customized PD Available)


Services• Provide one customized onsite campus support visit• Reduced fee for additional professional development• Reduced fee for Early Scholars Academy (ESA) student visits• Reduced fee for instructional kits (enhancement for ESA visits)• Assistance with early childhood community agency collaborations• Support early childhood campus principals, teachers, and paraprofessionals• Support Texas School Ready! activities• Support districts in providing high quality parent engagement activities• Digital library resource membership for early childhood/parenting resources


Program Website

Focusing on Pre-K through Grade 2:• Classroom Management• Challenging Behavior• Students with Special Needs• Infant and Toddler Development• Implementing Literacy Components• Lesson Planning• Math• Science• Pre-K Guidelines• Small Group Instruction• Technology in the Classroom• CIRCLE Training Early Childhood Symposium Progress Monitoring

http://www.esa.esc2.net/

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Early Childhood Cooperative


LEA Name County/District Number Description: Members of the Early Childhood Cooperative will be provided pre-K through grade 2 professional development, technical assistance, and opportunities to participate in the Early Scholars Academy based upon the individual needs of each LEA. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide customized onsite workshops as requested; • Provide planned technical assistance; • Provide assistance in the development of parent engagement programs; and • Provide a unique interactive learning experience at the Early Scholars Academy.


• Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Make facilities available for onsite professional development; • Commit to participating in the Early Scholars Academy model of instruction.

Cooperative fee: List campuses to be enrolled: ________________________________ For additional information contact: ________________________________ Robyn Hernandez ________________________________ 361-561-8537 ________________________________ [email protected]

$2,000 per early childhood (EC) campus x # of EC campuses = Total: $ __________________

Early Childhood Cooperative • $2,000 per campus

o Provide one customized onsite campus support visit o Reduced fee for additional professional development o Reduced fees for Early Scholars Academy (ESA) student visits ($6 per student, per visit) o Reduced daily rate for technical assistance o Reduced fees for instructional kits (enhancements for ESA visits) o Assistance with early childhood community agency collaborations o Support for early childhood campus principals, teachers, and paraprofessionals o Support for LEAs in providing high quality parent engagement activities o Digital library resource membership for early childhood and parenting resources o Observation/Support for children with special needs o Reduced rate for parent enrichment onsite events o Early childhood lesson design and facilitate planning

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DESCRIPTIONThe Early Scholars Academy’s (ESA) unique facility consists of learning centers focusing on the following themes: polar regions, oceans, tropics, human body, animals, plants, community, Earth and its elements, and space. Instructional units have been developed for each learning center by early childhood education specialists and they are aligned with the state guidelines and standards for early school readiness. Guided by their teachers and ESA staff, children experience three complete discovery centers per visit through hands-on learning activities. In the discovery centers children engage in interactive, self-directed educational activities that are driven by curiosity, exploration, manipulation, and social interaction. The experiences result in a sense of wonder and fun, ignite imaginations, and plant the seeds of visions of future academic success.

SPECIALISTKaren TurnerAssociate Director(361) [email protected]

Early Scholars Academy

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ServicesSymbolizing commitment to our youngest students and their future success, nine interactive discovery centers in the Early Scholars Academy facility are available to enhance the school readiness of young children through science, math, literacy, language, and technology.

Activities at the ESA are guided by instructional units addressing pre-K through second grade levels, based on the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines (pre-K Guidelines) and the Kindergarten curriculum standards [the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)]. Teaching the Pre-K Guidelines ensures integration of the state curriculum standards to better prepare children for the rigors of Texas public schools.

The target audience is pre-kindergarten to second grade students enrolled in all public and private community early childhood education facilities in the 11-county service area of Education Service Center, Region 2. This includes all school districts and charter schools. All community early childhood educators and child care providers are given the opportunity to participate including preschool children not enrolled in formal childcare or school settings.


Program Website

http://www.esa.esc2.net/

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DESCRIPTIONThe Educational Media Cooperative is designed to provide LEAs with 21st Century learning resources, from digital media to living materials, to enhance student achievement. Members benefit from Discover Education exclusive digital content, interactive lessons and teacher professional development, all specifically developed for the Texas curriculum. ESC-2 Educational Media also partners with ESC-20 to deliver TEKS-aligned Living Materials of over 100 living specimens to cooperative members. LEAs can chose between three memberships, allowing for a customized interactive learning environment.

SPECIALISTApril SwartzLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]

Educational Media


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• Online tutorials through Discovery Education

• Unlimited telephone technical support• Onsite training available for additional

fees on all media resources


Services• Discovery Education Streaming Plus• Living materials• Van mail delivery• Engagement of students through Discovery Education utilizing a comprehensive video

library featuring exclusive titles from the Discovery Channel: Life, Planet Earth, and Frozen Plant; also includes exclusive access to the Hunger Games and the 39 Clues audio books from Scholastic

• Incorporate living science materials into day-to-day teaching activities and into classrooms with our Living Materials Cooperative in partnership with ESC-20


Program Website

http://media.esc2.net/


Educational Media Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Educational Media Cooperative with the Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Educational Media Cooperative provides cost effective 21st Century curriculum resources through standards-based digital media to enhance student achievement. It supports high quality instructional resources that are designed to effectively integrate technology into the curriculum, provide technical assistance for all digital services, and staff development training. The Educational Media Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To increase utilization of services through free workshops at the ESC-2; and • To inform subscribing members of updates on services and opportunities available through our

program partners through emails, media website, and newsletters. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide access to Discovery Education StreamingPlus to subscribing members; • Provide delivery of living materials weekly to subscribing members; • Provide utilization reports for all Educational Media services; • Provide mail delivery and pickup to and from the ESC-2, and LEA-to-LEA delivery once a week to

subscribing members; and • Provide troubleshooting assistance with online service and unlimited telephone support.


• Designate a contact person to serve as liaison to the ESC-2 Media Cooperative; • Provide onsite administrative support; • Prohibit unauthorized use of the product; and • Advertise Educational Media Cooperative services at campus or LEA level.

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For additional information contact: April Swartz 361-561-8652 [email protected]

The following services are priced by ADA

Number of Students Product and Description

Price per ADA

(Based on 2017-2018

ADA)

Minimum Total

Media Combo Package

Includes Discovery Education's DE StreamingPlus, van mail service and living materials $6.75 $1,000

Living Materials and Van Mail Combo Package

Weekly delivery/pickup of Living Materials to a central location. Includes over 100 living specimens! Delivery of ESC mail, materials, flyers once a week to a central location (Wednesday or Thursday only).

$4.75 $775

Discovery Education's DE StreamingPlus Only

Discovery Education StreamingPlus is the most comprehensive digital teaching resource available with a collection of more than 160,000 learning objectives. IF PURCHASING MEDIA COMBO PACKAGE - DO NOT SELECT THIS SERVICE.

$2.25 $750

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DESCRIPTIONThe English Language Arts, Reading &, Social Studies Cooperative provides support to regional local education agencies (LEAs) in the areas of English Language Arts, Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. The ELAR and Social Studies teams at the ESC-2 provide services that enhance the ability of the teacher, campus, and local education agency to teach the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in ELAR, Writing, and Social Studies. Professional development opportunities spotlight TEKS-driven, high quality instruction, incorporating instructional strategies designed to develop rigor and competence.

Members of the ELAR/Social Studies Cooperative have access to:• Reduced cost workshops, • Reduced cost onsite support, and• Quarterly ELAR/Social Studies newsletters offering tips and strategies for increasing student achievement.

SPECIALISTJoanne FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]

Ibet CaroAdministrator(361) [email protected]

English Language Arts, Reading, & Social Studies Cooperative

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, READING, & SOCIAL STUDIES COOPERATIVE

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the English Language Arts, Reading, & Social Studies Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The ELAR and Social Studies Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To provide quality professional development in reading, writing, ELA and social studies; • To provide professional development that models and supports data-driven teacher

strategies and activities; and • To provide quality professional development and unlimited technical assistance in areas

of educational support, such as:

• English Language Arts/Reading • Social Studies

• Writing

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to: • Provide professional development in ELAR, writing, and social studies; • Provide consultation, mentoring, coaching, and technical assistance at a reduced fee;

and • Provide regular TEKS update sessions for members.


• Provide release time for selected teachers to participate in professional development offerings provided by the cooperative;

• Permit the ESC-2 education specialists to provide onsite visits to campuses and classrooms as appropriate;

• Make facilities available for professional development activities; and • Provide student performance, demographic, and program data for evaluation measures.


ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, READING, & SOCIAL STUDIES COOPERATIVE 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA:

Cooperative membership base fee $2250 + $3.00 x ADA

$2250 + $3.00 x _____________ ADA For number of days included in this agreement, please refer to the Programs and Service Contract.

*Days of support may be used in the following areas: ELAR, Social Studies, and Writing.

$________________

Optional: Additional onsite days: ________ days x $795 (per day/per consultant up to 40 participants)

$_____________

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

PO Number: _________________________________

For additional information contact: Joanne (Jodi) Ferguson [email protected] 361-561-8551 Ibet Caro [email protected] 361-561-8574

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Annual fee for LEA:



*Days of support may be used in the following areas: ELAR, Social Studies, and Writing.

$________________


$_____________

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

PO Number: _________________________________


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DESCRIPTIONThe focus of the ELA and Reading (ELAR)Services team is to improve student achievement by providing prescriptive, strategic, and data-driven professional development for all local education agency instructional staff. The ESC-2 ELAR team meets the needs of educators through research-based professional development, ongoing collaborative assistance, and sustained technical support.

SPECIALISTMatthew LealEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Anne Marie SanchezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Gena DuvalEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Sheila OchoaEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

ELA and Reading (ELAR) Services

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• STAAR Writing Overview (Grades 4, 7, English I & II)

• STAAR Writing Series: Creating Quality Writers 2nd-7th

• Best Practices in Literacy Instruction Series (Grades K-5)

• Building the Elementary ELAR Teacher Toolkit Series (Grades K-5)

• STAAR Reading Overview• Literacy Stations for Elementary and

Secondary• Critical Thinking Reading, Writing, Talking• Strategies for Struggling Secondary Readers

and Writers• Inclusive Practice in the ELAR Classroom -

Elementary and Secondary• Understanding the English I and II EOCs• Understanding the New ELAR TEKS: Taking

a First Look at the New ELAR TEKS (Grades K-8)

• Unpacking the New ELAR TEKS (Grades K-8)• Navigating the New ELAR TEKS from the

TEKS Resource System Lens (Grades K-8)• The Reading and Writing Connection (K-2, 3-5,

6-8, Eng I-IV)• Group Work and True Collaboration (Grades

6-8)



Services• Facilitated planning• On-site professional development• Custom designed trainings• Reduced fee for ESC-2 professional development for members of the English, Language

Arts, Reading & Social Studies Cooperative• Instructional coaching• Classroom observations• TEKS Resource System support• Data-driven interventions• TEKS alignment support• TEKS/STAAR training and support


Program Website

http://elar.esc2.net/

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DESCRIPTIONThe ESC-2 Social Studies team is committed to improving student achievement by providing prescriptive, strategic, and data-driven professional development for all local education agencies. The ESC-2 Social Studies team meets the needs of educators through research-based professional development, ongoing collaborative assistance, and sustained technical support.

SPECIALISTGigi GransdenEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Social Studies Services

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• History Trunks (see webpage for more information)

• Grade Level Professional Development Series• A Closer Look: Topics in U.S. History to 1877 o The Colonial Period o The Constitution Convention and the Constitution o Westward Expansion• A Closer Look: Topic in U.S. History from 1877 o The Progressive Era o The Great Depression o The Cold War 1945-1970’s• Reading and Writing in the Elementary and Secondary Social Studies Classroom• Grade 8 Social Studies STAAR Review• United States History EOC Review• Critical Thinking in the Social Studies Classroom• The Highly Engaged Social Studies Classroom• Differentiation For All Students in the Social Studies Classroom



Products

Services• Facilitated planning• Onsite professional development• Custom designed trainings• Reduced fee for ESC-2 professional development for members of the English, Language

Arts, Reading & Social Studies Cooperative • Instructional coaching• Classroom observations and feedback• Data-driven interventions• TEKS alignment support• TEKS/STAAR training and support• Training on using TEKS Resource System for planning and assessments


Program Website

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DESCRIPTIONThe Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) will provide opportunities for instructional leaders to gain or expand skills to be effective on their campus. The ILC will offer monthly meetings (seven per year) to share in-depth and timely information for critical issues, training, as well as networking opportunities for attendees. Membership in the co-op also grants access to other services and training opportunities at discounted fees. Additionally, optional packages may be selected for purchase as outlined on subsequent pages.

SPECIALISTMartha RoseAdministrator(361) [email protected]

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• Evaluation Support Systems (T-TESS/T-PESS, & SLO)

• Accountability • Safety• Instructional Leadership and Coaching• Strategic Operations• Special Education• Human Capital• Executive Leadership • Family and Community Engagement• School Culture

Sample ProfessionalDevelopment Topics

Services• Monthly Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) meetings• Onsite consultation, technical assistance, and trainings at reduced fees• Instructional Leadership Portal with information, presentations, and handouts• Leadership development series supplemental package• New principal mentorship support supplemental package (meets LEA compliance

with TAC 241.25)


EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC)


LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) will provide the tools for instructional leaders to expand or acquire the necessary competencies to be effective leaders in curriculum, instruction, assessment, supervision, professional development, school organization, climate, and effective communication. The Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) has these primary goals:

• To build capacity in the major campus components to improve academic performance; • To improve knowledge and skills of campus leaders to use data to drive instruction; • To assist in the development and implement of programs that meet state and federal

requirements; • To increase leadership effectiveness; and • To provide materials and resources to address areas such as curriculum, instruction, assessment,

supervision, effective communication, school organization, and climate. Services: ILC Membership • Monthly Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) meetings • Onsite consultation, technical assistance, and trainings at reduced fees • Instructional Leadership Portal with information, presentations, and handouts Add-on Packages Options A-C • Instructional Leadership series supplemental package Option D

• New principal mentorship support supplemental package (meets LEA compliance with TAC 241.25) to be held after each ILC meeting


• Provide informational and networking meetings for campus leaders to share and discuss topics pertaining to the needs of their campus, district, or charter;

• Provide professional development opportunities for campus leaders at reduced fees; • Provide email and phone technical assistance; and • Provide consultation or technical assistance at a reduced fee.


• Provide release time for instructional leaders to attend trainings and meetings; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialist to provide onsite visits to the campuses and classrooms as

appropriate; and • Provide facilities onsite professional development and technical assistance activities, as

appropriate.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Instructional Leadership Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet ILC Membership Benefits: • Monthly Instructional Leadership Cooperative (ILC) meetings • Instructional Leadership Portal with information, presentations, and handouts • Onsite consultation, technical assistance, and trainings at reduced fees LEA ADA is retrieved from the AskTED Texas School Directory.

Instructional Leadership Cooperative Coop fee vs. Non-coop member fees

Event Location Coop fee Non-Coop fee PLC Meetings Onsite trainings and/or technical assistance for instructional leaders

ESC-2

Onsite

$0

$795 (per day)

$75 (per meeting/per person)

$1295 (per day)

Add-on package options:

New Principal Mentoring Support (TAC 241.25)

LEA ADA Cooperative Fee 1-499 $300

500-999 $550 1000-2999 $1,000 3000-5999 $1250

6000+ $1500

OPTION A ILC Co-op Members $500 (valued at $1,400) One free seat at each of the six instructional leadership trainings (topics include but are not limited to the following: T-TESS/PESS, SLO, Leveraged Leadership, Get Better Faster, & Instructional Coaching) 4 hours of technical support/assistance

OPTION B ILC Co-op Members $800 (valued at $3,300) Two free seats at each of the six instructional leadership trainings (topics include but are not limited to the following: T-TESS/PESS, SLO, Leveraged Leadership, Get Better Faster, & Instructional Coaching) Subscription to monthly virtual “hot topics and updates” 8 hours of technical support/assistance

OPTION C ILC Co-op Members $1000 (valued at $5,200) Three free seats at each of the six instructional leadership trainings (topics include but are not limited to the following: T-TESS/PESS, SLO, Leveraged Leadership, Get Better Faster, & Instructional Coaching) Subscription to monthly virtual “hot topics and updates” 16 hours of technical support/assistance

OPTION D ILC Co-op Members ($300/person) (valued at $525) Mentoring support for new principals (less than 3 years of experience) delivered in a structured, systemic process in order to develop their skills to guide the everyday operation of their school, adjust to the culture of the school district, and develop a personal awareness of self in the campus administrator role.

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ILC Fee

$

+

Option A – C Fee

$

+

Option D Fee $300 x ____ (# of principals)

$

=============== Total Cost:

$

PO Number: ___________________________

______________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ ______________________________ Phone Email

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DESCRIPTIONThe Instructional Technology Cooperative’s primary service goals are to provide professional development and technical support to meet LEAs technology goals and objectives. Members will benefit from access to customized, onsite workshops, networking during quarterly technology contact meetings, and comprehensive support for the Federal E-Rate Program from a dedicated specialist. Member benefits also include reduced pricing for instructional technology and DMAC® Solutions workshops.


Jessica Guerra, Ph.D.Education Specialist(361) [email protected]

Instructional Technology Cooperative


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• Annual Region 2 Technology Conference (November)

• Networking with Region 2 technology directors and leaders via LivingTree®

• Digital Citizenship training for students • Instructional coaching via model

teaching, observations, and facilitated planning

• Technology training for non-instructional staff

• Office 365 in the Classroom-Ultimate Tools for Student Engagement

• Google Suite for Education • iPads4U: iPads Inside the Classroom• T-TESS & Technology • The Flipped Classroom• 3-D Printing For The Classroom• Robots for the Elementary Classroom• Microsoft Office Certification Preparation

and Testing• Adobe Certified Associate Preparation and

Testing


Additional Support/Events/Services

Services• Assistance with all phases of the E-Rate program• DMAC support and workshops• Campus Technology Needs Assessment • Customized professional development • Development of district and campus technology plans• Technology Applications TEKS integration


Program Website

http://technology.esc2.net/

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Instructional Technology Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Technology Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Technology Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To provide in-house professional development to meet LEA technology goals and objectives; • To provide technical services to meet LEA technology goals and objectives; and • To provide LEAs with a personal contact liaison to ensure efficient and effective communication.


• Provide customized onsite workshops to move your instruction into the digital age; • Provide instructional coaching via model teaching, observations, and facilitated planning; • Provide assistance with grants and other funding opportunities and evaluations; and • Provide one-on-one assistance with all phases of E-Rate.

Each participating LEA agrees to: • Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Provide release time for selected teachers to participate in scheduled professional development

activities of the cooperative; and • Make facilities available for onsite professional development activities.

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Annual fee for LEA:

OPTION A: $3.00 per ADA (Minimum fee = $2,500, Maximum fee = $12,000.) Onsite days: ________ (includes travel) ** Additional Plan A days ($795 per day) _________

$3.00 x __________________ = ADA $________________________

OPTION B: $1295 per day (includes travel)

$ 1295 x _________________ = # of days $ _______________________

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

PO Number: _________________________________

For additional information contact: Jessica Guerra, Ph.D. Chris Harris 361-561-8656 361-561-8657 [email protected] [email protected] ** Number of days under Option A is automatically calculated on the electronic form.

Otherwise please contact the Instructional Technology department for this information.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Leadership Services Cooperative provides information on educational issues and offers training and networking opportunities for school districts, charter schools, school boards, superintendents, assistant superintendents, and business managers.

SPECIALISTDan BaenField Service Agent(361) [email protected]

Buffy LongoriaSchool Business Specialist(361) [email protected]

Rick Alvarado, Ph.D.Executive Director(361) [email protected]

Leadership Services Cooperative

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• School Board Training• Template Training/Summary of Finance

Training


Services• Financial technical assistance and support• Field Service Agent assistance• Charter school technical assistance and support• TEA Performance-Based Monitoring• FIRST Rating Analysis


EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Leadership Services Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Leadership Services Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description:

The Leadership Services Cooperative has this primary service goal:

• To provide training opportunities, up to two onsite assistance days, and the implementation of an effective communication network between local educational agencies, the Education Service Center, Region 2, and the Texas Education Agency.


• Provide Tier I, II, III school board training Tier I - Orientation to the Texas Education Code for New Trustees

- Legislative Update to the Texas Education Code for Board of Trustees - Open Government

Tier II - Teaming - Goal Setting

Tier III - General school board training as requested by LEAs

• Provide financial technical assistance and support in the following areas: Summary of Finance Analyzing District FIRST Ratings

• Provide field service agent assistance in the following areas: Development and implementation of an effective communication network between LEAs,

the Education Service Center, Region 2, and the Texas Education Agency Information regarding instructional and governance issues as requested Liaison between the Texas Attorney General’s office, LEAs in the area of Open Government Coordination between LEAs and the Education Service Center, Region 2, personnel Liason as a home school contact

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Leadership Services Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to (continued):

• Charter school support includes:

Assistance on current information as needed Board training as requested

• TEA Performance Based Monitoring support includes:

Assistance with monitoring processes as per TEA mandates Facilitate Program Performance Review Assistance with analysis and interpretation of LEA data as requested


• Allow the Field Service Agent and School Business Specialist to participate in a network with the Superintendent (or designees) and Business Manager.

Annual fee for LEA:

Member Fees based on District UIL Classification • 6A, 5A, • 4A • 3A

$ 7,495 $ 6,495 $ 5,495

• 2A • 1A

$ 3,995 $ 2,495

• Charter Schools $ 2,495

Non-member Fees: • $1,200 per session for:

School Board Training and/or other training services • $1,200 for all board members and superintendent OR $200 per person for:

Texas Legislature Update to the Education Code for Board of Trustees • $200 per person for:

Orientation to the Texas Education Code for New Trustees and Open Government Trainings • $100.00 per hour for: Phone or Email assistance

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

For additional information contact: Rick Alvarado, Ph.D. Executive Director Dan Baen, Field Service Agent Phone: 361-561-8404 Office Phone: 361-561-8415 Cell: 210-313-3652 Cell Phone: 361-549-1146 [email protected] [email protected] Buffy Longoria, School Business Specialist Phone: 361-561-8439 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Library Support Services Cooperative provides Librarians with opportunities to communicate their needs and better structure libraries in support of students in Information Literacy and Digital Literacy skill development. Members benefit from customized workshops, networking opportunities, resources district wide. Members also receive admission to the annual ESC-2 Technology Conference.

SPECIALIST

Library Support Services Cooperative

April SwartzLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]

Lisa RitterLearning Resource Technician(361) [email protected]


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Services• Planning, organizing and leading bi-annual Library Support Services Cooperative meetings

to discuss libraries/multimedia learning centers, critical issues, and provide networking opportunities

• Provide five professional development opportunities and phone or virtual technical assistance as needed to support library practices

• Listserv communications


Program Website

• Technical support via phone, email and virtual assistance

• Provide on-site consultation, technical assistance, and trainings at reduced fees.

• Annual ESC-2 Technology Conference

• Technology workshops such as: Augmented Reality, One Note, Google• Genre Study•Differentiated Library• Grant Writing




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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Library Support Services Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Library Support Services Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The Library Support Services Cooperative is designed to provide information and support on critical issues, training and networking opportunities for librarians and selected key library support staff. It is also designed to provide optional supplemental services and onsite technical assistance at a discounted rate. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide two Library Support Services Cooperative meetings to discuss library/multimedia learning centers, critical issues, and provide networking opportunities;

• Provide five professional development opportunities and phone or virtual technical assistance as needed to support library practices;

• Provide one free registration per campus to the Annual ESC-2 Technology Conference • Provide a Communicative Platform for Librarians and support staff who are part of the

coop. This will be an exclusive group created by Living Tree. Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Attend sessions to the extent possible; and • Designate a primary contact or representative for planning purposes.

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Library Support Services Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA:

LEA ADA

Cooperative Fee

1-1500 $1,000 1501-10,000 $3,000

10,001+ $5,000 Please note: A per person fee will be assessed for non-cooperative members attending networking meetings and professional development opportunities provided by the Library Support Services Cooperative. Total Cost: $ ____________________________________ ________________________________ ___________________________________ Authorized Representative Date Primary LEA contact/representative name, email address, and phone number For additional information contact: April Swartz 361-561-8652 [email protected] Lisa Ritter 361-561-8557 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONManagement Information Systems (MIS) provides Network and Direct Internet Access services for Region 2 LEAs. As an internet service provider (ISP), the ESC-2 MIS team responds to LEA requests for internet access via the Federal E-Rate program guidelines. The MIS team provides training and technical support to district and campus level staff, from initial set-up to complete implementation of services. The comprehensive services offered by MIS ensures that LEAs can further enrich and enhance their curriculum through the use of technology by eliminating barriers such as slow internet connections.

SPECIALISTJames CantuWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Aaron BockholtWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Janelle ReyesAdministrator(361) [email protected]

Ozzie RiveraWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Management Information Systems (MIS)

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ServicesMIS provides a cost effective Internet/Intranet service for Region 2 LEAs and non-profit organizations. Available Services include: • High-speed Internet • Unlimited staff email accounts • Content filtering • Firewall services • DNS services • Monitoring services • VPN access • Troubleshooting assistance of WAN connections (remote and onsite) • Maintenance of leased hardware devices • Unlimited helpdesk support • Discounted backup storage


Program Website

http://www.mis.esc2.net/

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MIS Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA/non-profit organization agrees to participate in the MIS Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: MIS provides Internet/Intranet and network support services for Region 2 LEAs and non-profit organizations. As an Internet service provider (ISP), the ESC-2 MIS team responds to LEA requests for internet access via the Federal E-Rate program guidelines. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

● Provide and maintain regional WAN infrastructure equipment; ● Provide free email for client staff; optional (not E-Rate eligible) ● Provide unlimited telephone support to LEA/non-profit organization technology coordinators; ● Provide technical consultation of upcoming technology upgrades; and ● Provide onsite technical support at a discounted daily rate of $795.

Each participating LEA or non-profit organization agrees to:

● Designate a single point of contact for all requests; ● Provide and maintain adequate equipment for WAN connectivity; ● Prohibit unauthorized use of services; and ● Assume responsibility for the connectivity cost (Fast Ethernet or fiber) from customer location

to ESC-2 ● Request service via email to [email protected].

Annual fee for LEA/non-profit organization: Contact the MIS Administrator for a quote.

Fee based on connection type and Internet bandwidth requested.

Additional Fee-based Services:

● Onsite network/PC maintenance and configuration ● VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services ● Network evaluation/consulting ● Software installations ● Web content filtering ● Router leasing (E-Rate eligible)

Contact Janelle Reyes or Ozzie Rivera for pricing information.

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DESCRIPTIONManaged IT Services provides Platinum Level service of information technology servers and network infrastructure. The service is designed to fit the needs of LEAs and non-profit organizations with limited staff resources, but requirements for a high level of performance and security in their IT infrastructure. Member LEAs benefit from reliable and comprehensive, local support.

SPECIALIST

James CantuWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Aaron BockholtWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Ozzie RiveraWAN-LAN System Analyst(361) [email protected]

Managed IT Services

Janelle ReyesAdministrator(361) [email protected]

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Services• Technical assistance and infrastructure support• Initial onsite network evaluation and support (one-day)• Virtual Server hosting• Server monitoring and management options, including: • System monitoring and notification • Operating system security/critical patch management • Virus protection updates (if applicable) • Event log monitoring (Manual) • Disk clean-up and defragmentation • ESC-2 Cloud Remote Backup Service • Router and switch management (Cisco only) • Firewall management (Cisco only)• Technology planning, project review, and vendor interface (virtual or onsite)

Additional Program Offerings (A la Carte options)


Program Website

Security IQ- Anti-phishing and security awareness training from Security I.Q., a computer-based enterprise training platform, offers a proactive approach to reducing the risk of an information security incident. Train, test, and gauge your network users ability to recognize and mitigate spyware, malware, phishing schemes, and any malicious email.

$4.12/licensed user (staff or students)

JIVE Communications VoIP System – Jive specializes in delivering simple, cost-effective communications solutions customized for LEAs. Added benefits include the Jive Safety Suite, long-distance calling, integrated paging and bell system.

Pricing based on # of phones and lines. Call for quote.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 MANAGED IT SERVICES

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA/non-profit organization agrees to participate in the Managed IT Services with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: Managed IT Services provides Platinum Level service of information technology servers and network infrastructure. The service is designed to fit the needs of LEAs and non-profit organizations with limited staff resources, but requirements for a high level of performance and security in their IT infrastructure. The Managed IT Services includes the following primary service goals:

• System monitoring and notification • Operating system security/critical patch management • Virus protection updates (if applicable) • One-day onsite initial evaluation • Event log monitoring (Manual) • Disk clean-up and defragmentation • ESC-2 Cloud remote backup service • Router and switch management (Cisco only) • Firewall management (Cisco only) • Technology planning, project review, and vendor interface (virtual or onsite)


● Provide adequate personnel and resources to support service offering; ● Provide contact information of support personnel; ● Provide electronic helpdesk system for reporting support requests; ● Schedule allotted onsite days at member request; and ● Provide email acknowledgement statements of work with member technology staff.

Each participating LEA/non-profit organization agrees to:

● Designate a single point of contact for all requests; ● Submit all requests for service via email to [email protected] ● Provide administrator level accounts for all supported servers and network equipment; ● Supported servers and network equipment must have remote access permissions; ● Assign IT staff member to accompany ESC-2 staff during onsite assistance; ● Provide task list prior to onsite assistance; and ● Provide ESC-2 with IT staff member(s) contact information. Annual fee for LEA/non-profit organization: Contact a member of the MIS team for pricing information.

Fee is based on the number of servers, service level selected, and network equipment managed.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Math/Science Cooperative provides cutting edge support to regional local education agencies (LEAs) in the areas of mathematics and science. Our innovative team provides a menu of services that enhances the ability of the teacher, campus, and LEA to teach the Mathematics and Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and prepare all teachers to lead their students to success. Specialists are also available to customize and deliver professional development that spotlights TEKS-driven, high quality instruction that meets the needs of your LEA. All professional development incorporates instructional strategies designed to develop rigor and competence in all mathematical and science concepts.

Members of the Math/Science Cooperative have access to: • reduced cost workshops, • reduced cost onsite support, and• quarterly Math/Science newsletters offering tips and strategies for increasing student achievement.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORJoanne (Jodi) FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]

Math/Science Cooperative




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Annual fee for LEA:



*Days of support may be used in the following areas: Math and Science

$________________


$_____________

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

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DESCRIPTIONThe mathematics team provides a menu of services that enhance the ability of the teachers, campuses, and local education agencies (LEAs) to teach the Mathematics Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and prepare all teachers to lead their students to success. Specialists are also available to customize and deliver professional development that spotlights TEKS-driven, high quality instruction that meets the needs of your LEA. All professional development incorporates instructional strategies designed to develop rigor and competence in all mathematical concepts.

SPECIALISTSteven MendozaEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Cynthia LopezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Robyn HernandezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Mathematics Services

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• Getting to Know the STAAR (Offered by grade level)• Mathematics Interactive Journals, Grades 3-8 and

Algebra I• Best Practices for the Mathematics Interactive

Journals, Grades 3-8 and Algebra I• TI-Nspire Training• Improving Math Learning for Struggling Students,

Algebraic Thinking, Expressions, and Equations• Enhancing Mathematics Instruction including TEKS

Resource System Implementation• Data-Driven Curriculum Planning• STAAR Problem Analysis• Fostering Algebraic Thinking• Math Problem Solving the Singapore Way• Google in the Math Classroom• Differentiated Instruction• Process Standards• Formative Assessment• Number Talks• Using Math Manipulatives• A Team Approach to Inclusion in the Secondary

Math Classroom• Flipping the Math Classroom• All About Exponentials• Vertically aligned, concept specific workshops in

the areas of fractions, geometry, measurement, and math models



Products

Services• Facilitated planning• Onsite professional development• Custom designed trainings• Resources for concept development• Networking with regional math teachers• Reduced fee for ESC-2 professional development for members of the

Math/Science Cooperative• Instructional coaching• Classroom observations and feedback• Data-driven interventions• TEKS alignment support• TEKS/STAAR training and support


Program Website

See the Mathematics Products Page for a full list of Mathemaics products to enhance student success.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Science team provides a menu of services that enhance the ability of the teachers, campuses, and local education agencies (LEAs) to teach the Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and prepare all teachers to lead their students to success. Specialists are also available to customize and deliver professional development that spotlights TEKS-driven, high quality instruction that meets the needs of your LEA. All professional development incorporates instructional strategies designed to develop rigor and competence in all science concepts. Members of the Math/Science Cooperative have access to reduced cost for trainings and onsite support.

SPECIALISTIbet CaroAdministrator(361) [email protected]

Sonia GamezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Robyn HernandezEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

Science Services


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• Science Literacy: Reading and Writing in the Classroom

• Research Based Teaching Strategies for the Science Classroom

• Differentiated Instruction• Data-Driven Curriculum Planning• Keeping Inquiry Open• Vertical Alignment: Why me if I’m not tested?• STAAR/EOC Review• Data Digs using local and state assessments• Successful Inclusive Practices in the Science

Classroom• Why Not Teach Science Daily?• Early Elementary Science Tools• Think like a Scientist: Science Process Skills• Think like a Scientist 2.0 for Grades 3-8 by STAAR

Reporting Category • Science Stations: All Aboard!• Manipulative Mania

• Open Ended Inquiry• Vocabulary Strategies• Process Skills• Reading and Writing Strategies



Services• Facilitated planning• Onsite professional development• Custom designed trainings• Resources for concept development• Networking with regional science teachers• Reduced fee for ESC-2 professional development for members of the Math/Science

Cooperative• Instructional coaching• Classroom observations• Data-driven interventions• TEKS alignment support• TEKS/STAAR training and support• TCMPC/TEKS Resource System district support


Program Website

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DESCRIPTIONThe Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative provides human resources, personnel services, central office, payroll, and other school business staff with information, support, and networking opportunities in dealing with issues and topics common to their profession. Services are developed and adjusted annually to meet the needs of member LEAs.

SPECIALISTMelissa MorinHuman Resources Administrator(361) [email protected]

Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative

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• Provide technical assistance via email and phone for administrators dealing with human resources and personnel related issues

• ESC-2 Educators Job Fair

Other Events/ServicesTechnical Assistance

Services• Provide quarterly Personnel Services Advisory meetings to address relevant topics and

critical issues• Provide networking opportunities for member human resources staff, personnel offices,

central office staff, payroll staff, and other school business administrators• Provide a 20% discount on ESC-2 sponsored workshops• Provide a 20% discount on recruiter registration for the annual Educators Job Fair


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Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description:

The Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To provide human resources, personnel services, central office, payroll, and other school business staff with information, support, training, and networking opportunities in dealing with issues and topics common to their profession; and

• To provide annually developed and adjusted services to meet the needs of member LEAs.


• Provide quarterly professional developmental opportunities to address relevant topics and critical issues in the field;

• Provide networking opportunities for human resources, personnel services, central office, payroll, and other school business staff;

• Provide training opportunities for human resources, personnel services, central office, payroll, and other school business staff; and

• Provide technical assistance via email and phone for administrators dealing with human resources and personnel related issues.


• Designate a contact/representative for planning purposes; • Attend professional development or networking sessions to the extent possible; and • Provide feedback that helps drive the topics and content of the cooperative services.

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Personnel Services Advisory Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA:

$800 per LEA for 2 attendees $400 for each additional LEA member attendee Please note that there will be a $125 fee assessed for non-cooperative member attendees that are not covered by the annual membership.

Primary Contact:

Billing Address: ______

Purchase Order Number(s):

Signature:

Date:

For additional information contact: Melissa Morin Phone: 361-561-8416 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) Project provides public school districts and charter schools in Texas training and technical assistance opportunities that allow them to successfully implement PBIS strategies and interventions. The program development model in the PBIS Project involves a campus-based team that leads campus staff through the design and implementation of a comprehensive, proactive school-wide discipline system tailored to their individual needs. The model includes training on Multi-tiered Restorative Practices and the Interconnected Systems Framework (ISF) which targets school mental health. Technical assistance providers work with the entire staff towards developing a positive and successful learning environment for all students.

SPECIALISTVeronica TrevinoEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

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• Workshops are tailored to district needs and are dependent on fidelity checks



Services• Researched based development of positive behavior systems• Onsite support and fidelity checks aligned to implementation• Professional development for teachers and administrators• District, campus, classroom and individual student support• Campus surveys


Program Website

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Three-Year Commitment Worksheet 2019-2022

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports/Restorative Discipline School-wide Implementation program with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the, 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022 school years. Description: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based practice for putting systems in place that support positive academic and behavioral outcomes on campuses. PBIS is a response to intervention decision making framework for a campus-based team that guides selection, integration, and implementation of the best research-based practices and interventions for improving outcomes for ALL students. The PBIS initiative addresses classroom management, school-wide systems, and individual student supports. Restorative Discipline Practices is a set of informal and formal strategies intended to build relationships and a sense of community. Restorative school discipline is educational in providing all members of the school community with the skills and understanding for positive social interactions, relationships that support learning, and peaceful resolution of problems and conflicts.

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to provide the following three-year process:

Year One PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Overview of PBIS for faculty and administration by completing the TBSI online training module o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

trainings will address Year One implementation of school-wide systems o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-

based conferencing o Two campus onsite observation visits and feedback o Four campus surveys

Year Two PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

training will address Year Two interventions/processes and classroom management systems o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions. o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-

based conferencing o Two campus observation visits and feedback o Three campus surveys

Year Three PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

training will address Year Three interventions and processes o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-


Each participating LEA agrees to: • Identify the PBIS/RD initiative as a priority in the LEA improvement plan; • Identify a contact for planning, coordination and communications purposes; and • Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the PBIS/RD initiative (multiple year support, reinforcement

systems, additional trainings identified by action plan, etc.).

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LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports/Restorative Discipline School-wide Implementation program with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the, 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022 school years. Description: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based practice for putting systems in place that support positive academic and behavioral outcomes on campuses. PBIS is a response to intervention decision making framework for a campus-based team that guides selection, integration, and implementation of the best research-based practices and interventions for improving outcomes for ALL students. The PBIS initiative addresses classroom management, school-wide systems, and individual student supports. Restorative Discipline Practices is a set of informal and formal strategies intended to build relationships and a sense of community. Restorative school discipline is educational in providing all members of the school community with the skills and understanding for positive social interactions, relationships that support learning, and peaceful resolution of problems and conflicts.

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to provide the following three-year process:

Year One PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Overview of PBIS for faculty and administration by completing the TBSI online training module o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

trainings will address Year One implementation of school-wide systems o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-

based conferencing o Two campus onsite observation visits and feedback o Four campus surveys

Year Two PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

training will address Year Two interventions/processes and classroom management systems o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions. o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-


Year Three PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation o Three days of professional development for members of the campus PBIS team (7 participants) at ESC-2;

training will address Year Three interventions and processes o Professional development follow-up to support implementation of PBIS/RD strategies and interventions o Coaching from ESC-2 Specialist which may include email contact, telephone consultation, and web-


Each participating LEA agrees to: • Identify the PBIS/RD initiative as a priority in the LEA improvement plan; • Identify a contact for planning, coordination and communications purposes; and • Provide dedicated funding for continued support of the PBIS/RD initiative (multiple year support, reinforcement

systems, additional trainings identified by action plan, etc.).




*Due to new state requirements within the PBIS process, additional services have been added to the program. Please review the new fee structure below. Fee per campus:

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Year One PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation - $7,000 per campus team # of Campus(es) __________ x $7,000 = ____________

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Year Two PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation - $7,000 per campus team # of Campus(es) __________ x $7,000= ____________

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Year Three PBIS/RD School-wide Implementation - $7,000 per campus team # of Campus(es) __________ x $7,000 = ____________

□ Additional Onsite support days- $995.00 per day

□ Additional training days- $1295.00 per day (maximum participants 40)

Total Cost: $ ___________________ PO Number: _______________________________

__________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name Campus (___)__________________________ ___________________________ Phone Email For additional information contact: Veronica Treviño 361-561-8519 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe School Business Advisory Cooperative is designed to provide information, support, training, and networking opportunities for LEA chief financial officers and selected key business office personnel.

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Services• Provide Annual Investment Officer Training in the spring/summer• Provide access to the School Business Advisory Portal to be used for the posting of

meeting handouts and financial information, and to serve as a communication tool among cooperative members

• Provide monthly School Business Advisory meetings to address the school business calendar and critical issues, and to provide networking. Prior year meeting topics included:

• Audit Preparation Tips & Training• TEA Funding Update• Template Workshop• Maintenance of Effort• NSLP Financial Report• PEIMS for the Business Manager• Affordable Care Act• Activity Accounts• FIRST Ratings


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School Business Advisory Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the School Business Advisory Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The School Business Advisory Cooperative is designed to provide information and support on critical issues, training and networking opportunities for the LEA’s chief financial officer and selected key business office personnel. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide monthly School Business Advisory meetings to discuss the school business calendar, critical issues, and to provide networking opportunities; and

• Provide annual Investment Officer Training in the spring or summer. Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Attend sessions to the extent possible; and • Designate a primary contact or representative for planning purposes.

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School Business Advisory Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA: $1,200 per LEA (two LEA personnel attendees per meeting) $450 for each additional LEA member attendee Please note: A $125 fee will be assessed for non-cooperative member attendees that are not covered by the annual membership. Number of Personnel: ________________________ Total Cost: $________________________________ __________________________________________ ____________________________ Authorized Representative Date For additional information contact: Buffy Longoria 361-561-8439 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONSafety, security, and well-being are the foundations of a learning environment. Participants will gain the knowledge and understanding of the basic needs of students and staff that will create a safe environment as well as enhance the well-being of each child. From bullying to playgrounds, and from emergency management to code enforcement, the School Health and Safety Cooperative will assist your LEA in becoming that safe, secure environment that enhances the well-being of students and staff.

The School Health and Safety Coop is designed to provide support to LEAs relating to safety, security, and health. This include topics such as emergency procedures, weather preparation, concussion education, and medication administration.

SPECIALISTLarry StoneMigrant/AV Technician(361) [email protected]

Valerie FountainFood & Nutrition Specialist(361) [email protected]

School Health and Safety Cooperative

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• Evaluation of wellness plan• Evaluation of emergency

preparation guide• Code enforcement

• School Health and Safety Mini-Conference

• Drug Impairment Training• School Resource Officer Training• CPR/AED/First Aid Training• Human Trafficking

• School Safety Summit• TETN - Safety• Spinal Screening Certification• Parenting and Paternity Awareness (p.a.p.a.)

Training


Sample Free Workshops



Services• School safety audits• Playground safety inspections• Annual emergency preparation guide• Annual needs assessment• Development/Implementation of wellness plan


Program Website

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 School Health and Safety Coop 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Fee per LEA:

School Health and Safety Coop Coop fee vs. Non-coop member fees

Event Location Coop fee Non-coop fee

Meetings ESC-2 $0 $75 (per meeting/per person)

Safety Walk Through Onsite $0 $795 (per day) Onsite trainings and/or Onsite $795 (per day) $1295 (per day) Technical assistance Mini-Conference ESC-2 $25 (per person) $150 (per person) Safety Audits Onsite (ask for quote) 25% Discount No discount Playground Inspections Onsite (ask for quote) 25% Discount No discount Emergency Preparation Guide ESC-2 $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Wellness Plan Onsite/ESC-2 $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Total Cost: $ ____________________ PO Number: ___________________

______________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ ______________________________ Phone Email For additional information contact: Valerie Fountain Larry Stone 361-561-8579 361-561-8662 [email protected] [email protected]


500-999 $550 1000-1499 $750 1500-2999 $1,050 3000-5999 $1,250

6000+ $3,750

EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 School Health and Safety Cooperative


_____________________________________________________________________________________________ LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the School Health and Safety Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The School Health and Safety Coop has these primary goals:

• Improve the knowledge and skills of staff relating to the health and safety needs of students and personnel;

• Improve the well-being of students and staff to develop and implement wellness and safety programs; and

• Develop and provide materials and resources to meet the needs of the program. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide professional development opportunities for designated campus personnel at reduced fees;

• Provide consultation or technical assistance at a reduced fee; • Provide email and phone technical assistance; and • Provide networking meetings for designated personnel to share and discuss topics

pertaining to the health and safety needs of their students and members. Each participating LEA agrees to:

• Provide release time for designated personnel to attend trainings and meetings; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialists to provide onsite visits to the campuses and

classrooms as appropriate; and • Provide facilities for professional development and technical assistance activities as

appropriate.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 School Health and Safety Coop 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Fee per LEA:

School Health and Safety Coop Coop fee vs. Non-coop member fees

Event Location Coop fee Non-coop fee

Meetings ESC-2 $0 $75 (per meeting/per person)

Safety Walk Through Onsite $0 $795 (per day) Onsite trainings and/or Onsite $795 (per day) $1295 (per day) Technical assistance Mini-Conference ESC-2 $25 (per person) $150 (per person) Safety Audits Onsite (ask for quote) 25% Discount No discount Playground Inspections Onsite (ask for quote) 25% Discount No discount Emergency Preparation Guide ESC-2 $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Wellness Plan Onsite/ESC-2 $795 (per day) $1295 (per day)

Total Cost: $ ____________________ PO Number: ___________________

______________________________________ ______________________________ Primary Contact Name LEA (____)_______-__________ ______________________________ Phone Email For additional information contact: Valerie Fountain Larry Stone 361-561-8579 361-561-8662 [email protected] [email protected]


500-999 $550 1000-1499 $750 1500-2999 $1,050 3000-5999 $1,250

6000+ $3,750

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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2, Special Education Support Services focuses on improving student performance and program effectiveness for students with disabilities ages 3 through 21 as indicated in the by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004. Special education specialists provide administrative and program support through leadership, professional development, and technical assistance to LEAs and charter schools in the region. All Region 2 LEAs will receive special education support. LEAs who join the cooperative will be able to access full cost trainings and onsite support at a reduced rate.

Special Education Specialists in disabilities collaborate with other specialists across the service center to ensure the inclusion of and consideration for the needs of students with disabilities. Special education staff members provide insight and guidance on issues of accountability, student performance, and factors that affect the performance of students with disabilities.

SPECIALIST

Special Education Cooperative

Joanne (Jodi) FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]

Linda RiddleAdministrator(361) [email protected]


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• Achievement of students with disabilities

• State and federal accountability support

• Access to the general curriculum for students with disabilities

• High-quality professional learning opportunities

• Collaborative partnerships• Educator training on research-

based effective instructional strategies

• First point of contact for students, parents, LEA and community stakeholders in areas of special education

• Professional development focused on research-based trainings to support students in the least restrictive environment, and access to and progress in the general education curriculum

• Writing and Utilizing Social Stories• Making the Connection: Self-Determination and

Post-School Success • Differentiated Strategies for Diverse Learners • Assessing English Learners for Special Education

Identification • HB 1952 for Administrators-Legislative Mandate • Literacy Based Activities to Teach Reading and

Math• A Close-Up Look at STAAR Alternate 2• Effective ARD Meetings for Administrators• Universal Design for Learning (UDL): Transforming

Learning Environments• Adapting Instruction for Struggling Early Childhood

Learners


Our Priority

Services• Reduced fee for onsite consultation • Reduced fee for onsite professional development • Custom designed trainings such as: • Facilitated planning • Instructional coaching • Classroom observations • TEKS Resource System support for special education • TEKS alignment support for STAAR ALT-2


Program Website

http://health.esc2.net/

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Annual fee for LEA: Services include: • Reduced cost for professional development • Additional days of support at reduced rate ($795 per day)

For additional information contact: Jodi Ferguson [email protected] 361-561-8551 Linda Riddle [email protected] 361-561-8508

LEA Enrollment Cooperative Fee 1-499 $350

500-999 $600 1000-2999 $1000 3000-5999 $1350

6000+ $1750

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LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Special Education Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Purpose: The Special Education Cooperative will provide Special Education Support Services focusing on improving student performance and program effectiveness for students with disabilities ages 3 through 21 as indicated in the by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

• Provide onsite support and training for a reduced fee; • Provide professional development opportunities at a reduced fee; • Provide consultation or technical assistance at a reduced fee.


• Provide release time for staff members to attend trainings and meetings; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialists to provide onsite visits to campuses and classrooms as

appropriate; and • Provide onsite professional development and technical assistance activities, as appropriate.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Special Education Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA: Services include: • Reduced cost for professional development • Additional days of support at reduced rate ($795 per day)

For additional information contact: Jodi Ferguson [email protected] 361-561-8551 Linda Riddle [email protected] 361-561-8508

LEA Enrollment Cooperative Fee 1-499 $350

500-999 $600 1000-2999 $1000 3000-5999 $1350

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DESCRIPTIONThe State & Federal Programs Support Cooperative provides guidance and support to State and Federal Programs Managers to ensure schools operate in accordance with program guidelines. Cooperative members have access to a wide array of direct services, technical assistance and professional development to help them develop, monitor, and evaluate program and fiscal compliance requirements. Members also have an opportunity to receive job-embedded assistance in completing applications, amendments, compliance reports, and other documentation associated with state and federal funding.


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• Meetings with school personnel to plan and gather data for the federal consolidated application process, including the submission of TEA e-grants performance reports and the annual compliance report

• Professional development focused on state and federal support issues and documentation at the campus level, as requested

• Assistance to campuses in the development of required targeted assistance and schoolwide program policies, as requested

• Assistance to campuses in the development of required Parent and Family Engagement policies, recommended use of ESSA funds, and other related initiatives

• A Closer Look at Federal Programs and Fiscal Guidance

• Identifying Evidence-Based Strategies for CIPs

• PEIMS Coding Best Practices for Bilingual/ESL and CTE Programs

• Implementing & Sustaining Work-Based Learning Models

• Conducting Successful Program Evaluations



Services• Calendar reminders of due dates and requirements• Monthly face-to-face network meetings• Deep-dive presentations on topics such as meeting special programs guidelines,

understanding state allotments, ESSA and Perkins program requirements, and CTE programs of study

• Program and fiscal compliance audits using a job-embedded approach• Reduced cost for State & Federal Programs professional development workshops/sebinars


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2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the State & Federal Programs Support Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Purpose: To provide additional training and in-depth technical assistance in the area of State & Federal Programs Support Cooperative services. The State & Federal Programs Support Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To provide calendar reminders of due dates and requirements; • To provide new director and campus administrator training; • To provide professional development at a reduced costs; and • To provide additional days of support available at cooperative rates.


• Provide professional development offerings as appropriate and scheduled; • Provide onsite consultation and technical assistance as appropriate and scheduled; • Provide access at reduced fees for ESC-2 products and materials; • Annually evaluate the effectiveness of cooperative performance; and • Provide monthly network sessions for members via face-to-face meetings and online.

Each participating school LEA agrees to:

• Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Provide release time for personnel to participate in activities of the cooperative; and • Ensure required software for web-cam and video conferencing is installed on personnel’s computer.

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Annual fee for LEA: Basic Services Include:

• Monthly Network Meetings • New Program Manager Training (i.e. BE/ESL, CTE, ESSA and Perkins) • Quarterly Job-Embedded Technical Assistance • Reduced Cost for State & Federal Programs Professional Development Workshops/Webinars • Additional Days of Support at Reduced Rate ($795, per day)

LEA ADA is retrieved from the AskTED Texas School Directory. District

Level LEA ADA Minimum Fee

Schedule Maximum Fee

Schedule Cost

1 0-1,600 $800.00 $800.00 $800.00

2 1,601-3,000 $0.50 per ADA $1,100.00

_____X0.50=______ ADA Total

3 3,001-5,000 $0.50 per ADA $2,100.00

4 5,001-10,000 $0.50 per ADA $3,600.00

5 10,000+ $5,100.00 $5,100 $5,100

Add-on package options:

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

For additional information contact: Martha Rose 361-561-8504 [email protected]

OPTION A – Counselor Support Training (Cost $795 for up to 40 participants) In this 1-day workshop, counselors learn to build a college and career readiness foundation while learning important state and federal program requirements, fiscal issues and PEIMS best practices.

OPTION B – LPAC Training for New Personnel (Cost $795 for up to 40 participants) Training for teachers, counselors and administrators newly assigned to serve on an LPAC committee. Topics covered include identification, placement, English learner services, reclassification, monitoring and evaluation.

OPTION C – Bilingual/ESL Program & PEIMS Audit (Cost $795, per day) Provides 2 days of onsite technical assistance to examine the LEA’s Bilingual/ESL programs including PEIMS. Technical assistance will include a report of findings, and a list of strategies for improvement will be developed.

OPTION D – CTE Program & PEIMS Audit (Cost $795, per day) Provides 2 days of onsite technical assistance to examine the LEA’s CTE program including CCMR and PEIMS. Technical assistance will include a report of findings, and a list of strategies for improvement will be developed.

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DESCRIPTIONThe TEKS Resource System is a K-12 TEKS-based curriculum management system built on the most current research-based practices in the field. The primary focus of the system is to support development of a deep understanding of curriculum from which to implement classroom instructional practices to improve student performance. System components include vertical alignment documents, detailed TEKS clarification documents, instructional focus documents, and yearly planning calendars. The user-friendly online curriculum system is comprehensive and customizable for district implementation.

SPECIALISTJoanne (Jodi) FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]


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Technical assistance includes unlimited email and phone support in the use of the TCMPC system

TEXGUIDETExGuides provide a bridge between curriculum, aligned resources, and instructional planning. TExGuides increase the efficiency and quality of lesson planning for teachers, which directly impact student learning outcomes. This tool is only available to TEKS Resource System LEAs.

TExGuides are aligned with the TEKS Resource System curriculum including the scope and sequence of instructional units. Each HyperDoc includes: • Unit overview and key understandings • Unit vocabulary with corresponding activities • Student expectations with aligned engagement activities, sample learning experiences and formative assessments • Sample unit assessment • Unit resources • Relevant professional development opportunities

• TEKS 101 and Content Overview (Offered every August)

• Content specific workshops on Planning from the IFD (Offered in the fall)

• Planning from the Instructional Focus Document

• TEKS Resource System Implementation• TEKS Resource One-Day Refresher• Facilitated Planning• Instructional Coaching• Specific core content support



Free Professional Development for TCMPC LEAs

ServicesThe TCMPC provides content and support for an online curriculum management system known as the TEKS Resource System. The content includes curriculum components and sample unit assessment items aligned to the most current versions of the State Board of Education-adopted TEKS for the following subject areas: • English Language Arts and Reading • Spanish Language Arts and Reading • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies • Spanish translated versions of Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies


Program Website

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 TCMPC TEKS Resource System 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the TCMPC TEKS Resource System Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The TCMPC TEKS Resource System Cooperative has these primary service goals:

• To provide professional development and coordinated assistance with curriculum development and alignment founded on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS);

• To develop TEKS-based curriculum necessary for success on STAAR/EOC with an emphasis on readiness standards;

• To update and revise curriculum as necessary (i.e., CCRS, ELPS, TEKS state guidance, STAAR/EOC, etc.); and • To incorporate the use of technology as a tool for curriculum and student assessment.


• Provide free administrator training upon request; • Annually revise the TCMPC curriculum based on addition of new TEKS, alignment to STAAR/EOC, new

state initiatives, etc.; • Provide focused professional development offerings in the area of curriculum development and

alignment, implementation of content specific TEKS strategies, use of TCMPC curriculum documents, online system for instruction and assessment;

• Provide onsite consultation and technical assistance upon request at a discounted price; and • Provide regular curriculum update sessions for members.


• Designate a contact or representative for planning purposes; • Provide release time for selected teachers to participate in curriculum activities of the cooperative; • Permit the ESC-2 education specialists to provide onsite visits to the campuses and classrooms as

appropriate; • Make facilities available for onsite professional development activities; and • Provide student performance, demographic, and program data for evaluation measures.

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Annual fee for LEA:

OPTION A: TCMPC Curriculum Cooperative Package (Choose all that apply)

TCMPC Curriculum Documents (4 core content areas K-12)

$5 per ADA $_____________

TCMPC Online System (required)

$750/campus $1500 minimum

$_____________

Total Cost: $ _________________________________

For additional information contact: Joanne (Jodi) Ferguson 361-561-8551 [email protected] Ibet Caro 361-561-8674 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Texas Student Data System (TSDS), a major initiative of the Texas Education Agency, is a statewide system that modernizes and improves the quality of data collection, management, and reporting in Texas public education. Through the studentGPS® Dashboards and other improvements, TSDS will support higher student performance across the state. TSDS also replaces and expands on the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS). TSDS:

• Modernizes the PEIMS data collection process to reduce technology risk and system downtime allowing for more system availability and ease of use;• Puts real-time student performance data in the hands of educators to improve student achievement; and• Will become the common data collection platform for TEA to reduce the data collection burden on districts and charter schools.

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• Interpretation and resolution of data validation errors

• Phone, e-mail, and remote desktop assistance according to service level agreement

• TXEIS• Ascender• On Data Suite

• Two TSDS PEIMS Coordinator Trainings per year

• Data/Technical/Dashboard Steward Training

• Administrator Overview• Student Attendance Accounting Handbook• Unique ID/TREx



Products

Services• Unique Identification Database (UID)• Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS)• Core Collections (ECDS and others)• Student GPS Dashboards • TEAL Access assistance related to TSDS• TX Record Exchange (TREx)• UID Enrollment Tracking


Program Website

https://dp.esc2.net/

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 TSDS – Texas Student Data System Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the TSDS – Texas Student Data System Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: The TSDS Cooperative is designed to provide in-depth and timely information on critical issues, training, and networking opportunities for the LEA TSDS Stewards including the PEIMS coordinator and related personnel. The TSDS Cooperative has the following primary service goals:

● Assist with ALL TSDS data submissions (including PEIMS) in order to meet published deadlines; ● Use validation rules in the TSDS Education Data Standards (TEDS) to review data submitted by LEA; ● Verify submissions contain data for all records required by the collections; ● Ensure all errors are corrected and data integrity is maintained; ● Approve data in the format specified in the TSDS Education Data Standards (TEDS), by the specified due dates for

each collection; ● Notify LEAs when the data submissions have been approved and made available for further processing by TEA; ● Assist in resolving UID errors, and maintaining the TSDS Unique ID system; ● Identify resources which can be used to answer TSDS, studentGPS dashboards, and PEIMS-related questions; and ● Accept LEA PEIMS submissions in TSDS.

Members of the ESC Region 2 TSDS – Texas Student Data System Cooperative will receive all of the services listed above and will also have access to training opportunities at discounted rates. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

● Provide technical support in all aspects of the Texas Student Data System including staging, data loading, error remediation, and operational best practices.

● Offer two critical issue sessions for the LEA’s PEIMS coordinator and pertinent data personnel (fall and spring TSDS/PEIMS coordinator meetings);

● Offer training sessions related to PEIMS data reported in each of the four PEIMS submissions (Fall and Mid-year PEIMS Records training and the Summer and Extended-year PEIMS Records training);

● Offer a series of two half-day workshops designed for new data stewards and other personnel (An Introduction to PEIMS, including TSDS Overview, Unique ID, Enrollment Tracking, and TREx)

● Offer one training session on the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook; ● Include PEIMS Coordinator and other personnel on the ESC Region 2 PEIMS Coordinator email list-serve; ● Provide access to TSDS & PEIMS-related training materials on the ESC Region 2 Data Processing website; and ● Assist LEA with TSDS & PEIMS submission issues.


● Attend each workshop or meeting session to the extent possible; ● Maintain the appropriate District/Campus level roles in TEAL for submission of required state reporting; ● Meet the established TEA deadlines for data submission; and ● Provide a primary point of contact for the ESC-2.

Onsite TSDS/PEIMS services: LEAs occasionally need qualified TSDS personnel assistance or training onsite. Cooperative members receive the ESC Region 2 cooperative discount pricing for this support.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 TSDS – Texas Student Data System Cooperative

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet Annual fee for LEA: Student Count step-based

>1250

Base Fee- $1,750 ● Unlimited technical support/assistance for

TEAL, ECOS, TREx, UID, PEIMS ● 2 Free Workshop/Meeting seats included for

each TSDS session ● Coop daily rate for on-site training/support

All Access Pass- $8,800 (optional) Includes everything from Base package, plus:

• 3 additional workshop seats • Unlimited technical support in all

“Add-On” TSDS Collection areas

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2501-4000







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TEAL, ECOS, TREx, UID, PEIMS ● 3 Free Workshop/Meeting seats included for each

TSDS session ● Coop daily rate for on-site training/support




Add On Packages TSDS Core Collections Support Cost per package

Early Childhood Data System (ECDS) Collection Up to 2 submissions required annually $2,000

Student GPS Dashboards New Clients: $2,500

Existing: $1,050 SPED Data Collections: SPP 14 and Residential Facilities

(RF) Tracker NEW in 19-20 $1,750

Classroom Roster ; 2 submissions annually NEW in 19-20

$1,000

TSDS Onsite training fee offered at coop daily rate

A la Carte hourly support rate - $100/hr. Technical Support/Assistance to be billed/credited in ½ hour increments.

Total Cost: $ _________________________________ For additional information contact: Janelle Reyes 361-561-8656 [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) is a web-based, multi-year student and business software package. They are Texas Student Data System (TSDS) and Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) compliant (state/federal), used by over 900 Texas LEAs. TxEIS is both MAC and PC compatible and Schools Interoperability Framework (SIF) certified. Region 2 TxEIS software is hosted in our state-of-the-art data center with increased security, superior performance, and disaster recovery. The applications provide on-demand reports, data requests, and import/export capabilities to other software.

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Unlimited phone, e-mail, and remote desktop assistance

• Partnered vendors with TimeClock, DMAC , OnDataSuite

• Available custom reports and synchronization with other software available

• Downloadable txConnect (Parent Portal) phone application

Technical Assistance Products

ServicesSupport for Student Applications• Grade reporting • User-Created reports• Test scores • Student health• Discipline • Graduation plans• Attendance • Personal graduation plan• Registration • txGradebook Teacher Portal• Scheduling • txConnect Parent Portal• Special education • txMyZone Student Portal

Support for Business Applications• Finance & payroll • Accounts receivable • Asset management • Budget • Budget amendment requests • Employee access/Self-Service • Warehouse • Human resources • Purchasing • Bank reconciliation • Bid system • Position management • User-Created reports


Program Website

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Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

LEA Name County/District Number The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) Cooperative with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year. Description: Student Services: Attendance, discipline, TxGradeBook, TxConnect (parent portal), TxMyZone, graduation plan, grade reporting, online teacher discipline referral, online forms management, registration, scheduling, security administration, health, special education, and test scores Business Services: Human resources (payroll, leave, personnel, and position management), and financial accounting (finance, budget, requisition/warehousing, assets management, accounts receivable), and Employee Portal PEIMS Services: Support and use of our PEIMS application are included if using Business Services and/or Student Services. Application and Data Hosting Services: After migrating to TxEIS, members will have the option of having ESC-2 host the TxEIS, TxConnect, TxGradebook, TxMyZone, and Employee Portal applications and the data maintained through these applications. Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to:

● Provide technical assistance and training for updates; ● Troubleshoot software problems; ● Communicate user enhancement requests to programmers; ● Provide telephone and email support; ● Conduct necessary onsite consultant visits; and ● Provide for training and retraining of new or additional school personnel and technical support.


● Provide a student and business contact person; ● Maintain local area network and connections; ● Maintain local equipment according to minimum hardware requirements; ● Attend training hosted by ESC-2, either onsite or via webinar; ● Subscribe to topic notifications via the ESC-2 communication system for both TxEIS Student and

TxEIS Business; and ● Include TxEIS business and student consultants in processes that impact system usage and

implementation of third party software that will interface with TxEIS.

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Texas Enterprise Information System (TxEIS) Cooperative 2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet

Annual fee for LEA: Please contact Information Systems Administrator for a quote or copy of your TxEIS commitment. Business Only Fee is based on an annual maintenance, plus per ADA. Includes all business modules, unlimited phone and remote support, software training, and software updates. Student Only Fee is based on an annual maintenance, plus pricing per ADA and per campus. Includes all student modules, unlimited phone and remote support, software training, and software updates. State Reporting Module The State Reporting software module is included with annual maintenance fee. It includes extracts for PEIMS, OCR, and other state and federal required data reporting. It does not include support and training provided under the TSDS Cooperative. Hosting/Disaster Recovery TxEIS databases are backed up locally and offsite to Fort Worth and San Antonio sites. In the event of a natural disaster, TxEIS will be recovered in 48 hours or less. This includes business, student, txGradebook, and txConnect. Special third-party programming setup and maintenance fees apply. Total Cost: $ _________________________________

PO Number: _________________________________

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DESCRIPTIONTitle III, Part A Shared Services Arrangement (SSA) provides services to campuses in member LEAs to ensure that children who are English learners (ELs), including immigrant children and youth, attain English language proficiency, reach high levels of academic achievement, and meet the same challenging state standards that are expected of their English-speaking peers.


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• Assistance with preparation for program Performance Based Monitoring Analysis System reviews and TEA visits

• Planning, selecting, evaluating, updating, and implementing of model instructional programs and textbook adoptions

• Preparation of Title III, Part A ESSA Application and Compliance reports

• One onsite coordinated assistance day with counselor/coordinator for, ESL certification preparation training, compliance, staff development planning, or program evaluation

• TETN ELL Monthly Updates • Application/Compliance/AMAO Training• Parent Involvement Networking Session• CBTN Bilingual/ESL/Title III Directors Meeting • ESL Institute - Fall

• Parent Involvement Conference




Services• Serve as fiscal agent which includes application support, amendment preparation,

compliance reporting, and fiscal reporting requirements for the Consolidated Application for Federal Funding (SAS# NCLBAA06)

• Quarterly meetings at the ESC-2 for Title III, Part A contacts• Consult with the specified advisory members after the SAS# NCLBAA06 is received and

before it is submitted to TEA, and otherwise comply with federal requirements of the Title III, Part A Program

• Provide program coordinator and support personnel to carry out intent and purpose of Title III, Part A Program

• Region-wide staff development and coordinated assistance based on program evaluation and needs assessment as required

• Onsite staff development with issues relating to the EL students as requested securing qualified teachers and parent outreach as needed

• Provide access at reduced fees to ESC-2 products and materials• Networking among LEAs through monthly TEA Title III, Part A updates• Effective classroom observation and instructional coaching


Program Website

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Title III, Part A Shared Services Arrangement


LEA Name County/District Number

The above listed LEA agrees to participate in the Title III, Part A SSA with Education Service Center, Region 2, during the 2019-2020 school year.

Purpose: To provide Title III, Part A services to campuses in member LEAs that have identified English Learner (EL) students.

The Title III, Part A SSA has the following service goals: • To serve as fiscal agent for the project that includes application, amendment preparation, compliance

report, and fiscal reporting requirements for SSA Consolidated Application for Federal Funding (SAS# NCLBAA06);

• To provide quarterly meetings at the ESC-2 for the Title III, Part A contacts • To consult with the specified advisory members after the SAS# NCLBAA06 is received and before it is

submitted to TEA, and otherwise comply with federal requirements of the Title III, Part A Program; and • To conduct orientation to explain the Title III, Part A Program.

Education Service Center, Region 2, agrees to: • Provide program coordinator and support personnel to carry out intent and purpose of Title III, Part A

Program; • Provide region-wide staff development and coordinated assistance based on program evaluation and

needs assessment as required; • Provide onsite staff development with issues relating to the EL students, securing qualified teachers

and parent outreach as requested; • Provide reduced fees for ESC-2 products and materials; • Allow for online professional development courses as well as follow up on professional development;

and • Allow for the preview and investigation of possible regional pricing for current technology-based

software and devices applicable to EL students.

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EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 2 Title III, Part A Students Shared Services Arrangement

2019-2020 Commitment Worksheet Each participating LEA agrees to: • Assign the Title III E-Grant allotment to the ESC-2 SSA; • Comply with all federal requirements for the Title III Program; • Appoint a Title III coordinator or contact; • Complete and return the LEA’s portion of the SAS to ESC-2; • Check SSA on the Application Designation Certification through e-Grants according to

timeline set by TEA; • Receive and process all requests throughout the LEA and provide ESC-2, with required

documentation; • Participate in the Comprehensive Needs Assessment; • Provide ESC-2 with required information about private and non-profit schools • Attend quarterly meetings; • Gather information and complete the LEA portion of the Title III Compliance Report and

provide ESC-2 the information; and • Participate in the ESC-2 Regional Evaluation of the Title III Programs and Services.

Annual fee for LEA:

Title III LEP SSA Allotment amount:

Fee per LEA Title III E-Grant allotment Memberships to the SSA is dependent on LEA submitting LEA’s NCLB E-Grant Form GS-2230 Applicant Designation and Certification Schedule by checking the correct box LEA is participating in ESC-2, SSA.

Total Title III LEP Allotment: $

For additional information contact:

Martha Rose (361) 561-8504 [email protected]

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ServicesThe Education Service Center, Region 2, offers a wide array of services to better assist your staff in serving your students.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2 (ESC-2); provides ongoing training and support in the areas of assessment and accountability through professional development, onsite support and technical assistance. We provide training on the A-F Accountability System to ensure LEAs have an in-depth understanding of the system. ESC-2 provides tools for modeling data to enable LEAs to understand the connections between their student performance and their ratings.

The ESC-2 team disseminates information on upcoming policy updates and issues. We maintain an Assessment and Accountability mailing list and provide information on pertinent topics to District Testing Coordinators (DTCs) and other stakeholders. The ESC-2 hosts meetings of the Coastal Bend Area Testing Specialists (CBATS), which is the local chapter of the Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals (T-SNAP).

SPECIALIST

Assessment and Accountability


Steven MendozaEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]


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• Phone and e-mail assistance with: o Texas Assessment Management System o Pearson Access Next o General assessment questions and issues o Accessing and interpreting reports such as A-F Ratings and TAPR Reports

• Tools (i.e. spreadsheets) for modeling

• A-F Accountability Overview and Modeling Session

• A-F Accountability for Stakeholders: Deep Dive• A-F Accountability for Teachers: Meets is the

Measure• Annual DTC Training• New DTC Training



Products

Services• Hosting TSNAP "Brown-Bag" luncheon and TETN Meetings• Assessment and accountability updates at curriculum meetings, RAC Meetings, and

Instructional Leadership Community Meetings• Workshops at ESC-2 • Workshops on site at LEAs and campuses.• All LEAs in Region 2 get two seats for DTC training at no cost.• A-F Accountability workshops


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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2, provides school bus driver training in order for LEAs to meet state requirements for certification. Individuals seeking School Bus Driver Certification are required to attend a 20-hour certification course covering content prescribed by the Texas Department of Public Safety and pass the state exam. All certified school bus drivers are required to attend an eight-hour refresher course every three years and pass the state exam. The training schedule is available on the ESC-2 website at www.transportation.esc2.net.

SPECIALISTLarry StoneMigrant/AV Technician(361) [email protected]

Patricia GalvanProgram Secretary(361) [email protected]

Bus Driver Certification Services

http://www.transportation.esc2.net

http://www.transportation.esc2.net

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• Unlimited phone and email assistance

• Basic/Initial training course shall consist of a minimum of 20 clock hours of instruction

• Refresher/Renewal training course shall consist of a minimum of eight clock hours of instruction



ServicesFor newly hired or current school bus drivers seeking certification or renewals, the Education Service Center, Region 2 (ESC-2), offers the Department of Public Safety (DPS) training program in accordance with the DPS Program Guide for School Bus Driver Training in Texas. The ESC-2 also provides support for LEA personnel year round to assist them in providing safe student travel to and from school and on school sponsored trips.

Bus Driver Certification is a state-mandated program to provide 20 hours of certification training to all new school bus drivers. Once certified, drivers are required to take an eight-hour refresher course every three years. Course content is prescribed by the DPS.


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DESCRIPTIONThe ESC-2 Business Consulting Services offer a range of accounting services including receivables, accounts payable, payroll, and other business functions. This service will assist LEAs in increasing the quality and efficiency of their business office operations. LEAs may select the level of service needed to address their specific needs.

SPECIALISTBuffy LongoriaSchool Business Specialist (361) [email protected]

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ServicesAudit Services• Annual audit prep• Internal controls evaluation• Monthly bank reconciliations• Monthly financial reporting• Monthly financial reviews• Creation of internal processes and procedures

Payroll Services• Maintain employee information• Post payroll and establish and update payroll files• Post employee leave transactions• Run payroll calculations• Print payroll checks• Print payroll deduction checks• Print standard payroll reports• Balance funds prior to month closing• Interface payroll and finance• Complete monthly TRS reports• Transfer TRS payments• Complete quarterly tax reports• Prepare and print W-2s at year end

Business Services• Monthly grant analysis• Cash flow analysis• Post and print finance checks• Post cash receipts• Encumber purchase orders• Post journal entries• Post budget amendments• Balance general ledger• Balance funds prior to month closing• Close files on a monthly basis• Print end-of-month reports• Prepare 1099s at year end• Close out fiscal year


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DESCRIPTIONSchools need leaders with the vision and proficiencies to lead education communities through dynamic times. The Partners in education Leadership (PEL) program prepares such leaders through a collaborative effort involving LEAs, universities, the business community, and the ESC-2. Using an experiential model, PEL participants complete a combination of training sessions and project-based activities over an 18-month period. Intensive sessions begin in the summer focusing on instructional leadership, legal aspects of school leadership, and communication skills necessary for new school leaders.

SPECIALISTMarisa EddinsEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

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ServicesThrough an experiential model, PEL participants will learn about:• Professional assessment;• Legal aspects of school leadership;• Instructional leadership;• Special education rules, regulations, and policies;• Communication strategies; and• Leading a school community.

Participants work in a cohort group and meet in a combination of Saturday sessions and evening classes to:• Earn a Standard Texas Principal certificate in 18 months;• Collaborate LEAs, universities, the business community and the Education Service Center, Region 2; and• Earn certification in both Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) and Texas Teacher Evaluation Support System (T-TESS).

The overall program will include simulations, case studies, reflective seminars, a campus internship, and other guided activities.


Program Website

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DESCRIPTIONEduhero is a fully customized website aimed at helping LEAs and businesses learn material through engaging, on-demand courses. Eduhero strives to provide activities, videos, and questions that would not typically be seen on an online course or in face-to-face training. Eduhero also pushes the boundaries for online professional development by providing the ability to complete courses from the comfort of your home or office environment.

Eduhero is made by Texas educators for Texas educators. The course catalog is crafted by members of the education community and built is to meet the needs of Texas schools. Many of our districts still have their own development program, but use Eduhero to meet their statewide needs.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORJoanne (Jodi) FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]

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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2, Food & Nutrition Program team works collaboratively with schools, and regional, state, and federal agencies in an effort to provide high-quality meal services, meet program regulations and requirements, and achieve program operational efficiencies. This no-fee-for-service program offers services through the TDA Food and Nutrition Program funded by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.

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Suzanne HorineFood & Nutrition Specialist(361) [email protected]

Valerie FountainFood & Nutrition Specialist(361) [email protected]

Carly ShockFood & Nutrition Specialist(361) [email protected]

Kristina BednorzFood & Nutrition Specialist(361) [email protected]

Food & Nutrition Program

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• Nutrition Services: menu planning, nutritional analysis, special diets, nutrition education & outreach, local wellness policies, smart snacks in schools, customer surveys

• Program grant application assistance• Professional standards for school sutrition

programs• Administrative review (School Nutrition

Program audit by TDA): administrative review in TX-UNPS, offsite and onsite sdministrative review process, supporting documents and corrective action documents

• Financial management: analyze meal trends, plate costs, waste costs, meals per labor hour, inventory, value by meal type, profit and loss

• Federal Reporting: required records, paid lunch equity, summer food costs, verification, provisional special match, Community Eligibility Report, Financial Report

• Program Management: labor/productivity schedules, strategic planning, food safety & sanitation, leadership, team building, customer service

• School Nutrition Directors professional development series (quarterly)

• Healthier US Schools (HUSSC-SL)• Healthy School Environment/Local

Wellness• Financial Management for School

Nutrition Programs • Compliance Trainings: Meal Eligibility,

Verification, Counting & Claiming, Menu Planning, Civil Rights, Planning Nutritious Snacks, Feeding Infants, Food Production Records and USDA Foods

• Meal Appeal and Acceptability Culinary Training

• Program Management: Kitchen Math, Food Buying Guide

• School Nutrition Program Summer Conference



Services• School Breakfast Program• National School Lunch Program• Child and Adult Care Food Program• USDA Food Distribution Program• Special programs (Provision 2, Community Eligibility Provision, Universal Free Breakfast)• Summer feeding programs• Professional Standards for School Nutrition Programs• Farm to School Program• Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program• School Nutrition Directors Meetings (quarterly)


Program Website

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DESCRIPTIONIn 1992, GoodBuy (formerly the Multi-Regional Purchasing Program) was created in accordance with Section 791.001 of the Texas Government Code to allow members to purchase goods and services in an efficient, cost effective, competitive and lawful manner. Members are provided quick access to our current contracts and Vendor contact information on our user-friendly website at https://goodbuy.esc2.net.

SPECIALISTMelanie CanedoGoodbuy Relations Representative(361) [email protected]

Sherri FitzpatrickGoodbuy Relations Representative(361) [email protected]

Goodbuy Purchasing

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• Agricultural Sciences• Art• Assistive Technology• Athletic Training• Auctioneer Services • Audio-Visual Equipment• Automotive Supplies &

Lubricants • Awards & Promotional

Items• Band, Choir & Orchestra • Bottled Water• Buildings, Classrooms &

Canopies• Cafeteria• Calculators• Catering Services• Classroom, Computer,

Library, & Office Furniture • Computer Hardware &

Software• Consultants• Copy Paper• Custodial & Janitorial • Developmental Education• Disaster Recovery &

Remediation• Drama & Dance• Electrical

• Facility Services• Family & Consumer Science• First Aid • Flooring• Furniture• Grounds Maintenance• Heavy & General Equipment

and Machinery – Sales & Rentals

• HVAC• Instrument Service & Repair • Job Order Contracting• Library & Media• Lighting• Linens & Mats• Maintenance, Repair, &

Operations• Math Manipulatives• Modular, Portable, & Metal

Buildings • Music Supplies• Networking Equipment• Office Equipment & Multi-

Function Devices • Office Supplies• Online Retail• Outdoor Furnishings• Paint• Photocopiers & Duplicators

• Plaques & Trophies• Playgrounds• Printing Services• Projector Lamps & Bulbs • Promotional Items • School Buses• Science• Security Systems• Signage• Special Education • Staff Uniforms • Teaching Aids• Team & Coach Uniforms • Theatrical Supplies• Tires & Tubes• Transit Buses• Uniforms• Vehicles – Sales & Rentals

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Services• Purchasing with confidence: Goodbuy meets all federal, state and local requirements• Reduction of purchasing liability• Annual rebates with no minimum• Save time and money by purchasing directly from a network of quality vendors• Superior customer service


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DESCRIPTIONOur print shop is dedicated to producing the highest quality of printed products using the latest in print technology. We offer competitive pricing and excellent customer service creating a single location all for your printed needs.

Also, take advantage of our graphic design services. Enjoy all the benefits of a professional graphic designer to create all of your publications. We can help with logo creation, file setup, as well as any additional graphics you may need.

SPECIALISTRoland PerezPrintshop Manager(361) [email protected]

Robert QuinteroGraphic Designer(361) [email protected]

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Services• Black & white copies• Color copies• Posters• Presentation folders• Custom tabs

Products• Flyers•Postcards• Manuals• Handbooks• Programs• Sports programs• Graduation programs• Notepads• Envelopes• Carbonless forms

Finishing• Coil binding• Comb binding• Tape binding• Laminating• Stapling and saddle stitch• Folding


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DESCRIPTIONSpecial Education Support Services are designed to improve outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 years by providing leadership support, technical assistance, and professional development to teachers, administrators, parents of students with disabilities, and adult students with disabilities. Special education specialists address the needs of Region 2 students with disabilities in the areas of parent coordination, Child Find, compliance, evaluation, Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities, low-incidence disabilities, autism, behavior, progress in the general curriculum, assistive technology, vision, secondary transition, and the state assessment.

SPECIALISTJoanne (Jodi) FergusonAssociate Director(361) [email protected]


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• Provide technical assistance and guidance on special education state and federal accountability, funding, student performance, and other areas related to students with disabilities

• Special and general education classroom observations to provide recommendations to teachers and administrators

• Disseminate information from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) regarding accountability and state assessments for students with disabilities

• Address relevant special education topics, critical issues and provide resources to campus administrators during monthly campus leadership meetings


Services• First point of contact for students, parents, LEAs, and community stakeholders in the area of

special education• Host Special Education Directors Meetings, Evaluation Advisory Team (EAT) Meetings, New

Special Education Directors Financial Training and VI/O&M Networking Meetings • Host region-wide activities that address areas in the expanded core curriculum for students

with visual impairments• Assist with the Annual Review and Dismissal (ARD) process regarding decisions on how a

student accesses the state-mandated curriculum (TEKS) as documented in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP)

• Assist with English Learners (ELs), Student Success Initiative (SSI), graduation requirements, and instructional accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities

• Point of contact for the Facilitated IEP Program (FIEP), an initiative of the Texas Education Agency, in order to reduce complaints, mediations, and due process hearings at no cost to LEA or parents

• Provide professional development for administrators, teachers, support staff, paraprofessionals, parents, and community stakeholders who serve students with disabilities.


Program Website

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Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology (AT) facilitates learning in the general curriculum for students with disabilities as it increases their independence in participation of educational and everyday activities. Special education specialists offer workshops and technical assistance to improve student access to low, medium, and high technology tools.

The ESC-2 assistive technology loan library provides regional LEAs with the opportunity to check out equipment to facilitate learning in the classrooms.

AutismAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological disorder that may adversely affect a student’s educational and functional performance.

ESC-2 special education specialists provide professional development, and technical assistance on topics related to autism spectrum disorder, including evidenced-based practices to assist educators increase student performance and academic success.

Behavior/DisciplineProfessional development and support systems in the area of behavior and discipline are available in order to ensure all students reach high academic standards of achievement. A comprehensive array of services are available to assist educators in the areas of behavior. Services available are behavior-response to intervention (B-RTI), positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), restorative discipline practices (RDP), bully prevention, and social-emotional learning (SEL). The goal is to build capacity in schools to promote positive school climate through a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS).

Linda RiddlePhone (361)[email protected]

Veronica BrothertonPhone (361)[email protected]

Veronica TreviñoPhone (361)[email protected]

Additional Support Services

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Low Incidence Disabilities (LID)Students with low incidence disabilities (LID) typically make up one percent of the school-aged population. The rarity of these students often poses significant challenges for schools trying to meet physical, academic, sensory, and communication needs. ESC-2 specialists offer research-based trainings and technical assistance to support students in the least restrictive environment, and access to and progress in the general education curriculum. LID trainings will empower teachers and para-educators with grade-appropriate instructional strategies, a range of assistive technology devices and services, the use of visuals to support independence, and communication options for students.

Early ChildhoodThe Early Childhood Program focuses on children with disabilities, ages three to five years old (birth to five years for students with visual and/or hearing impairments). ESC-2 special education specialist offers professional development and technical support in developing appropriate best practices and instructional adaptations to meet the needs of the preschool child with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (Head Start, Pre-K/Kindergarten general education classroom).

Parent Coordination Student success in school is highly dependent upon parent support. The parent coordination component of ESC-2 focuses on empowering parents and families in their knowledge of the laws and processes in special education and strategies to help support their child or family member with disabilities. Trainings may be tailored to district-specific needs. Through collaboration with the statewide Parent Coordination Network, ESC-2 works closely with school districts on the collection of the Texas Survey of Parents Receiving Special Education Services as part of the State Performance Plan Indicator 8. ESC-2 provides technical assistance to districts or charter schools that receive the surveys.

Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS)Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) is an evidence-based practice for putting systems in place that support positive academic and behavioral outcomes on a campus. PBIS is a response to intervention decision-making framework for a campus-based team that guides selection, integration, and implementation of the best research-based practices and interventions for improving outcomes for ALL students. The PBIS initiative addresses classroom management, school-wide systems, and individual student supports. Click here for more information.

Kay Smith, Ph.D.Phone (361)[email protected]

Kay Smith, Ph.D.Phone (361)[email protected]

Mari GarzaPhone (361)[email protected]

Veronica TreviñoPhone (361)[email protected]

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Progress in the General CurriculumProgress in the General Curriculum (PGC) supports local education agencies by providing professional development and technical assistance focused on all students with disabilities involved in and demonstrating progress in the general curriculum through curricular and instructional adaptations in the least restrictive environment.

ESC-2 special education specialist offers trainings and technical assistance to address the needs of educators in the area of effective Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP), guidance in grading, and progress monitoring.

Secondary Transition Secondary Transition/Post-School Results is a program that assists LEAs with transition planning for students with disabilities. TheESC-2 Secondary Transition/Post-School Results Program:• Assists in the development of programs and services that facilitate positive post-school student outcomes;• Supports LEAs in creating effective plans for students in the areas of education/training, employment, and independent living after graduation from high school; • Disseminates legislative updates related to secondary transition;• Provides professional development and technical assistance on topics related to secondary transition; and • Facilitates opportunities for LEAs to collaborate with community partners to ensure that students with disabilities and their parents are aware of the resources available and how and when to access them.

Christa Rasche Phone (361)[email protected]

Additional Support Services

Veronia BrothertonPhone (361)[email protected]

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Special Education EvaluationThe Special Education Evaluation program provides professional development and technical assistance focused on ensuring that all students suspected of having a disability are provided a thorough and timely evaluation. This also applies to current students with disabilities who require new evaluations or reevaluations. The Full and Individual Evaluation is the foundation for developing an individualized education program (IEP) for students with disabilities. Information and updates are provided in the areas of special education laws, rules, and regulations in addition to appropriately documenting reports and plans in order to maintain compliance.

Speech Language PathologySpeech language pathologists in the public schools serve students with speech or language impairments. A speech or language impairment is defined as “a communication disorder, such as stuttering, impaired articulation, a language impairment, or a voice impairment, that adversely affects a child’s educational performance,”(C.F.R. §300.8). Professional development opportunities offer speech-language pathologists, speech language pathology assistants, and other educators research-based strategies to facilitate speech language skills of those students with speech-language delays. Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Associations (TSHA) CEUs are offered upon course approval.

Education Service Center, Region 2, collaborates with Texas Woman’s University to provide graduate level courses to help increase the number of Speech-Language Pathologists in the Region 2 area.

Visual ImpairmentsThe Visual Impairment Program is designed to provide training and information for educators and parents of students who are visually impaired or deaf/blind. The ESC-2 VI program: • Supports and assists LEAs with TEA VI registration and Deaf/Blind Census;• Provides acquisition of APH materials;• Promotes interagency coordination;• Mentors new TVIs and COMS;• Hosts various activities for students and their families to support the expanded core curriculum;• Provides a resource library and equipment library checkout system is also available for educators of students with visual impairment; and• Collaborates with Texas Tech University and Stephen F. Austin University to provide graduate level courses to help increase the number of teachers of students with visual impairments and orientation and mobility specialists in the Region 2 area.





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DESCRIPTIONDyslexia Support Services are designed to improve the outcomes for individuals with dyslexia and related disorders. ESC-2 dyslexia specialist offers trainings and technical assistance to address the needs of educators and students in the areas of intervention, identification, and instructional services.

SPECIALISTSheila OchoaEducation Specialist(361) [email protected]

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• Provide technical assistance and guidance on dyslexia legislation, intervention, identification, and instructional services

• Disseminate information from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) regarding The Texas Dyslexia Handbook, revised 2018

• Address relevant dyslexia topics and critical issues and provide resources to campus contacts


Services• Point of contact for students, parents, LEAs, and community stakeholders in the area of

dyslexia• Assist with disseminating information to Region 2 LEAs from The Dyslexia Handbook,

revised 2018• Present the Texas Dyslexia Identification Academy modules to Region 2 LEAts• Provide professional development for administrators, teachers, parents, and community

stakeholders who serve students with dyslexia


Program Website

• Texas Dyslexia Identification Academy (5 Modules)

• Dyslexia Handbook, Revised 2018• Word Recognition and Fluency:

Effective Upper-Elementary Interventions for Students with Reading Difficulties

• Strategies for Supporting Students with Dyslexia

• Dyslexia Education Program for Parents

• Dyslexia Evaluation Training• Multisensory Spelling• Understanding Dysgraphia


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DESCRIPTIONThe Special Education Liaison works in collaborative partnerships with local education agencies (LEAs), education service centers, and the Texas Education Agency to address the unique needs of students with disabilities by sharing innovations, resources, and strategies that focus on improving academic and social outcomes. The Special Education Liaison facilitates the collaborative process of inquiry and integration to identify local and region-specific high leverage and high impact opportunities that can be replicated in various educational settings.

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The Special Education Liaison supports LEAs in innovative design thinking through needs-based data analysis, turning dialogue into action through continuous exploration of innovative practices. The goal is to better understand how human-centered design can be effectively applied to create new solutions to previously unsolvable challenges. The Special Education Liaison will assist with solutions that are aimed at improving outcomes for students with disabilities, increase student performance, and enhance communication and collaboration with parents and other local partners.

The Special Education Liaison also provides technical assistance and professional development in Facilitated IEP (FIEP) for LEAs that choose to offer IEP facilitation in accordance with Texas Education Code § 29.019.

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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2, offers access to four TEKS-aligned test banks, DMAC TAG, TEKSBank, Certica Navigate, and TX Bank One. These test banks offer rigorous questions to inform decisions about instruction.


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TEKSBank is an online item bank developed by ESCs for Texas schools. It contains more than 50,000 items developed to the cognitive and procedural rigor of the TEKS and STAAR. New items are developed regularly to keep the bank current and fresh.

Certica Navigate:Navigate is a dynamic item bank developed and curated by Certica and formerly NWEA and ETS. Navigate offers over 68,000 high-quality standards-based items have been written and/or aligned to Texas-specific learning standards.

TX Bank One is a Texas STAAR-Aligned assessment item bank that contains over 80,000 high quality, rigorous, STAAR-aligned items. LEAs who subscribe to TX Bank One will be able to use the item bank to develop local assessments that accurately assess a student’s mastery of content at varying degrees of cognitive complexity, or DOK. Each item is coded to the revised TEKS and labeled with a level of cognitive complexity. Items are coded to Readiness or Supporting Standards and identified as Level 1–Low cognitive complexity, Level 2–Mid-level cognitive complexity, or Level 3–High cognitive complexity.

TX Bank One:TEKSBank:

DMAC TAG (TEKS Assessment Generator):DMAC TAG is a web-based program that allows educators to create assessments in order to monitor student progress. TAG allows you to easily create local assessments using original TAG content aligned to state standards, TEA released items, TEKS Resources System items, or your own items. TAG empowers teachers and administrators to monitor student progress and make data-driven instructional decisions based on specific strengths and weaknesses.


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DESCRIPTIONThe Education Service Center, Region 2 (ESC-2), provides a multitude of educational programs and services for local education agencies (LEAs) and a variety of other clients. The ESC-2 also offers space for rent for large and small scale events in two state-of-the-art facilities.

SPECIALISTMelanie LowryMarketing and Event Coordinator(361) [email protected]

Facility Rentals

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The ESC-2 downtown facility is located in the heart of downtown Corpus Christi and has a beautiful view overlooking the bay. The building is within walking distance of the Corpus Christi Science, Entertainment, and Art (SEA) district where patrons are able to access numerous restaurants, hotels, and shops. The downtown facility provides approximately 22,000 square feet of meeting space with a maximum capacity of 1,100 people daily. Available rooms include a stadium-seating auditorium, large and small conference rooms with multimedia and audio equipment, computer labs, and videoconference rooms. Technical support and assistance is also offered on an as-needed basis.

The Early Scholars Academy (ESA) is another ESC-2 facility that provides educational programming and services to LEAs and the community. The ESA is located 10 miles from downtown on the south side of Corpus Christi adjacent to London ISD. This unique facility was designed to improve the school readiness of young children through the development of science, math, literacy, language, and technology skills.

We are pleased to offer competitive rates for private organizations, nonprofit organizations, and LEAs.

We value our clients and strive to provide an exceptional experience while supporting our mission of educational excellence for an evolving world and our vision of empowering learning communities through innovation. The ESC-2 also seeks to cultivate a culture among staff centered on our core values of integrity, respect, dependability, excellence, innovation, positive attitude, and service.

Let the Education Service Center, Region 2, assist you in hosting your next event. For more information, please visit our website at www.esc2.net.


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Franklin Covey Trainings The Foundation: Building on the success of Stephen R. Covey’s best-selling book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Franklin Covey has created a series of training courses designed to assist individuals in achieving their full potential. It begins with their signature offering, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People", a three-day workshop that teaches the 7 Habits, helps solidify their understandings, and reinforces the habits. Leadership Training: Great leadership starts with these principles: People are capable of greatness, they can make dramatic contributions and offer their best when leaders live by four imperatives - leaders inspire trust, they clarify purpose, they align systems, and they unleash talent. Great leaders tap the full potential of the individual, respecting the four dimensions of the whole person: body, mind, heart, and spirit. Franklin Covey’s leadership training series will help you create an environment in which everyday competency can be transformed into true greatness. The Leader in Me: “Can the 7 Habits be taught to young children?” An elementary teacher asked Stephen Covey this question following a presentation of the 7 Habits in 1999. He responded, “I don’t see why not,” and then added, “If you ever try to do it, let me know how it went.” The results were amazing. As the percentage of students achieving end-of-grade targets increased from 84 to 97 percent, the school went from the brink of termination to being named the number one magnet school in America. How? With great success they, and now a host of other schools, are teaching the 7 Habits to elementary school students – yes, even five-year-olds. The Leader in Me program has the potential to transform your school, too.

Additional Services

Ibet Caro AdministratorPhone (361)[email protected]


Speaker’s Series The Education Service Center, Region 2, is committed to securing both state and nationally renowned professional speakers focused on the needs of the client. We envision the series to include various topics of interest such as leadership, motivation, strategic planning, and other relevant subjects. This speaker series will allow clients to realize a significant cost savings by leveraging resources as a region.

Strategic PlanningThis planning process is a means by which an organization transforms and recreates itself toward excellence. It consists of both a discipline and a process that is interwoven to create a long-term plan. Beliefs, mission, priorities, internal analysis, external analysis, objectives, and strategies are topics of discussion and are incorporated into the planning process.

True Colors Climate for Success“True Colors Creates a Positive Environment”This hands-on and interactive workshop will guide participants through the True Colors foundational experience. Practical and useful activities apply True Colors concepts to both our personal and professional lives. Understanding the similarities and differences of all people leads to a greater appreciation for the uniqueness of self and others and more meaningful relationships.

Norma Torres-Martinez Deputy DirectorPhone (361)[email protected]

Rick Alvarado, Ph.D.Executive DirectorPhone (361)[email protected]

Rick Alvarado, Ph.D.Executive DirectorPhone (361)[email protected]

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209 North Water Street, Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401www.esc2.net

Mission: Empowering communities through innovation

Vision: Educational excellence for an evolving world