April 15, 2014
Graduation Planning and EndorsementsMaking the Connection
Heather Blount, CTE Specialist
Shauna Lane, Counselor Solution Group
Does the mention of HB 5 Graduation Plans
and Endorsements make you feel like this?
We hope you leave today feeling like this!
PGP Requirements and
Samples!
What
Endorsements
you are
already set to
offer!
Agenda
Updated
Information
Endorsements/
CTE/Coherent
Sequence
Resources
Today’s Meet
https://todaysmeet.com/hb5esc17
Post your questions!
ALL THINGS HB5! ESC 17 HB5 LIVE BINDER
http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?present=true&id=1130191
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HB5
Presentations
Resources
Grad Requirements
Endorsements
PGP
CTE
TSI
Certification Info
Parent/Community engagement
Assessment/Accountability
HB 5 Updates and Clarifications…
FAQs Posted on TEA Website
• Multidisciplinary is Chemistry and/or Physics (Q4 on Endorsement FAQ)
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Arts and Humanities Option B-5 SS CREDITS not COURSES as previously stated in the proposed rules
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Arts and Humanities there is an option that does not include a 4th year science-can substitute
another core course- see proposed rules
Placement of US History
• W. Geography/W. History…What other schools are doing…
PGP
• HS PGP-8th graders and parents informed/pick endorsement
• PGP confirmed by the end of 9th grade year
• If Endorsement changes-notify parents in writing
• If Endorsement is dropped at end of 10th-parents notified in writing
During each year of a student’s enrollment in high school or at the high school level, a school counselor
must provide information about postsecondary education to the student and student’s parent or
guardian…must include…
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The importance of postsecondary ed.
The advantages of earning an endorsement, performance acknowledgement, and completing distinguished
level under the foundation program
HB 5 Updates and Clarifications…
Resources
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UT HB5 videos http://ipsi.utexas.edu/house-bill-5/ …click HB5 Videos
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Pick Your Path Brochure
Example Course Sequencing Templates
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Tahoka ISD and other examples for mapping out course sequence offerings…in LiveBinder
Transition Plans
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10th-12th for 2014-2015 can choose M/R/D or Foundation Program in 2014-2015 and after…A student who
entered Grade 9 prior to 2014-2015 may, at any time prior to graduation and upon request, choose to complete
the curriculum requirements required for graduation under a different program than that selected by the student
during the 2014-2015 school year.
TSI and College Prep
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Still awaiting some clarification from THECB
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Can look at 11th grade this year and see if they meet TSI standards via PLAN, PSAT, SAT, ACT-according to chart, or
EOC (?), and/or Coursework (determined by district)…
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See Document…under TSI in LiveBinder for what we know now…
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District needs an MOU with the Institution of Higher Ed for college prep courses to be offered/taught…SPC will be
here on June 6 to discuss this in more detail. Courses required to be offered for students not meeting college
readiness…(Sections 10 and 35 in HB5)-Example of MOU from Houston-ESC4-LiveBinder/HB 5 Resource
Links/Region 4-bottom right side…
What is TSI for Index 4?
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EOC
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Students can substitute other assessments for meeting EOC requirements. Chart located at…
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http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter101/19_0101_4002-1.pdf
HB 5 Updates and Clarifications…
CTE Courses for Math, Science, and English Credit
• CTE teacher must have appropriate certification,
complete Project Share professional development
(only for math and science courses), AND meet
Highly Qualified Requirements (HQ House).
• Math and Science teachers must have
appropriate certification, complete Project Share
professional development, AND meet Highly
Qualified Requirements.
• There is no Project Share professional
development for English.
New Graduation Plans
Overview of Foundation Program Plans
Foundation – Statutory Requirements
English Language Arts
Four credits
• English I
• English II
• English III
• Advanced English Course
Mathematics
Three credits
• Algebra I
• Geometry
• Advanced Mathematics Course
Science
Three credits
• Biology
• IPC or Advanced Science Course
• Advanced Science Course
Social Studies
Three credits
• U.S. History
• U.S. Government (one-­­half credit)
• Economics (one-­­half credit)
• World Geography or World History or
Combined World History/World Geography (course not developed yet)
Foundation Statutory Requirements
Physical Education
One credit
Languages Other Than English
Two credits in the same language
Computer programming language (other exceptions)
Fine Arts
One credit
Electives
Five credits
Foundation Advanced Courses - SBOE Rule
English Language Arts
English IV
Independent Study in Journalism
Independent Study in English
Advanced Broadcast Journalism III
Literary Genres
Advanced Journalism: Newspaper III
Creative Writing
Advanced Journalism: Yearbook III
Research & Technical Writing
AP English Literature and Composition
Humanities
IB Language Studies A1 Higher Level
Public Speaking III
Business English
Oral Interpretation III
locally developed ELA course or other activity
[pursuant to TEC, §28.002(g-­­1)]
Debate III
College Prep ELA [pursuant to TEC, §28.014]
Independent Study in Speech
Foundation Advanced Courses – SBOE Rule
Third Mathematics Credit
* Mathematical Models with Applications
AP Calculus BC
* Mathematical Applications in AFNR
AP Computer Science
* Digital Electronics
IB Mathematical Studies Standard Level (SL)
* Robotics Programming and Design
IB Mathematics SL
Algebra II
IB Mathematics Higher Level (HL)
Precalculus
IB Further Mathematics HL
AQR
Engineering Mathematics
Independent Study in Math
Statistics & Risk Management
Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving
Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
AP Statistics
locally developed math course or other activity
[pursuant to TEC, §28.002(g-­­1)]
AP Calculus AB
mathematics course endorsed by an IHE
[pursuant to TEC, §28.025(b-­­5)]
Foundation Advanced Courses – SBOE Rule
Second Science Credit
Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)
Physics
Chemistry
Principles of Technology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics 1: Algebra-­­Based
IB Chemistry
IB Physics
Foundation Advance Courses – SBOE Rule
Third Science Credit
Chemistry
IB Physics
Physics
IB Environmental Systems
Aquatic Science
Advanced Animal Science
Astronomy
Advanced Plant and Soil Science
Earth and Space Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Systems
Medical Microbiology
AP Biology
Pathophysiology
AP Chemistry
Food Science
AP Physics 1: Algebra-­­Based
Forensic Science
AP Physics 2: Algebra-­­Based
Advanced Biotechnology
AP Physics C
Principles of Technology
AP Environmental Science
Scientific Research & Design
IB Biology
Engineering Design & Problem Solving
IB Chemistry
Principles of Engineering
Languages Other Than English (LOTE) –SBOE Rule
• Any two levels in the same language
• Two credits in computer programming languages selected
from Computer Science I, II, and III
• If a student, in completing the first credit of LOTE,
demonstrates that the student is unlikely to be able to
complete the second credit, the student may substitute
another appropriate course as follows:
– Special Topics in Language and Culture
– World History Studies or World Geography Studies for a student
who is not required to complete both by the local district
– Computer programming languages
– A different language course
Languages Other Than English (LOTE) –SBOE Rule
• A student, who due to a disability, is unable to complete
two credits in the same language in LOTE, may substitute:
– a combination of two credits from English language arts,
mathematics, science, or social studies
– two credits in career and technical education or technology
applications
• The determination regarding a student's ability to complete
the LOTE credit requirements will be made by:
– the student's ARD committee if the student receives special
education services under the TEC, Chapter 29, Subchapter A or
– the committee established for the student under Section 504,
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 United States Code (USC), §794)
Speech Requirement- SBOE Rule
A specific speech course will not be a requirement under
the Foundation High School Program…
New Requirement:
To receive a high school diploma, a student must demonstrate
proficiency, as determined by the district in which the student is
enrolled, in:
 delivering clear verbal messages
 choosing effective nonverbal behaviors
 listening for desired results
 applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes
 identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating
communication skills needed for professional
 and social success in interpersonal situations,
 group interactions, and personal and professional presentations
Foundation High School Program
• The Commissioner has adopted rules to allow fourth year seniors
who are unable to complete the requirements of one of the
current graduation programs to graduate foundation only in spring
2014. *
http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter074/ch074bb.html
• The Commissioner has adopted a transition plan to replace the
MHSP, RHSP, and DAP with the Foundation High School Program
beginning with the 2014-2015 school year.
• Students who are in grade 9, 10, or 11 in the 2013-­2014 school
year must be given a choice to graduation the MHSP, RHSP, DAP,
or Foundation High School Program.
List of courses is located on the transition plan link…1/2 credit is speech…
Foundation – Statutory Requirements
• Beginning in the 2014-­2015 school year, a
school district must ensure that each student,
on entering ninth grade, indicates in writing
an endorsement that the student intends to
earn.
• A district must permit a student to choose, at
anytime, to earn an endorsement other than
the endorsement the student previously
indicated.
Foundation – Statutory Requirements
• A student may graduate under the foundation high school
program without earning an endorsement if, after the
student’s sophomore year:
(1) the student and the student ’s parent or person
standing in parental relation are advised by a school
counselor of the specific benefits of graduating from
high school with one or more endorsements; and
(2) the student ’s parent or person standing in parental
relation files with a school counselor written permission,
on a form adopted by the agency, allowing the student to
graduate under the foundation high school program
without earning an endorsement
Distinguished Level of Achievement
A student may earn a distinguished level of
achievement by successfully completing:
– a total of four credits in mathematics, which
must include Algebra II
– a total of four credits in science
– the remaining curriculum requirements
– the curriculum requirements for at least one
endorsement
Discussion…
BREAK!
Performance Acknowledgements
A student may earn a performance
acknowledgment :
• for outstanding performance
• in a dual credit course
• in bilingualism and biliteracy
• on an AP test or IB exam
• on the PSAT, the ACT-­Plan, the SAT, or the ACT
• for earning a nationally or internationally
recognized business or industry certification or
license
Performance Acknowledgements – SBOE Rule
• A student may earn a performance acknowledgment
on the student's diploma and transcript for outstanding
performance in a dual creditcourse by successfully
completing:
(1) at least 12 hours of college academic
courses, including those taken for dual credit as
part of the Texas core curriculum, and advanced
technical credit courses, including locally
articulated courses, with a grade of the
equivalent of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0 or
(2) an associate degree while in high school
Performance Acknowledgements – SBOE Rule
Bilingualism and Biliteracy
(1)
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment by demonstrating proficiency in accordance
with local school district grading policy in two or more languages by:
(A)
(B)
completing all English language arts requirements and maintaining a minimum grade point
average (GPA) of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; and
satisfying one of the following:
(i)
completion of a minimum of three credits in the same language in a language other
than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80 on a scale of 100; or
demonstrated proficiency in the Texas Essen>al Knowledge and Skills for Level IV or
higher in a language other than English with a minimum GPA of the equivalent of 80
on a scale of 100; or
(ii)
(iii) completion of at least three credits in foundation subject area courses in a language other
than English with a minimum GPA of 80 on a scale of 100; or
(iv) demonstrated proficiency in one or more languages other than English through
one of the following methods:
• a score of 3 or higher on a College Board advanced placement examination for a language other
than English; or
• a score of 4 or higher on an International Baccalaureate examination for a higher-­­level languages
other than
English course; or
• performance on a national assessment of language proficiency in a language other than English of
at least
Intermediate High or its equivalent
(2)
In addition to meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, to
earn a performance acknowledgment in bilingualism and biliteracy, an English
language learner must also have:
(A) participated in and met the exit criteria for a bilingual or English as a second language (ESL)
program; and
(B) scored at the Advanced High level on the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System
(TELPAS).
Performance Acknowledgements – SBOE Rule
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment on the student's diploma and transcript for
outstanding performance on a College Board advanced placement test or International
Baccalaureate examination by earning:
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(1) a score of 3 or above on a College Board advanced placement examination
(2) a score of 4 or above on an International Baccalaureate examination
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment on the student's diploma and transcript for
outstanding performance on the PSAT®, the ACT-­PLAN®, the SAT®, or the ACT® by:
(1) earning a score on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/
NMSQT®) that qualifies the student for recognition as a commended scholar or higher by the
College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation, as part of the National Hispanic
Recognition Program (NHRP) of the College Board or as part of the National Achievement
Scholarship Program of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation
(2) achieving the college readiness benchmark score on at least two of the four subject tests
on the ACT-­PLAN® examination
(3) earning a combined critical reading and mathematics score of at least 1250 on the SAT®; or
(4) earning a composite score on the ACT® examination of 28 (excluding the writing subscore)
Performance Acknowledgements – SBOE Rule
A student may earn a performance acknowledgment on
the student's diploma and transcript for earning a
nationally or internationally recognized business or
industry certification or license with:
(1)performance on an examination or series of
examinations sufficient to obtain a nationally or
internationally recognized business or industry
certification or
(2)performance on an examination sufficient to obtain
a government-­required credential to practice a
profession
Performance Acknowledgements – SBOE Rule
Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification shall be
defined as an industry validated credential that complies with knowledge and skills
standards promulgated by a nationally or internationally recognized business,
industry, professional, or government entity representing a particular profession or
occupation that is issued by or endorsed by:
• a national or international business, industry, or professional organization
• a state agency or other government entity or
• a state-­based industry association
Certifications or licensures for performance acknowledgements shall:
• be age appropriate for high school students
• represent a student's substantial course of study and/or end-­of-­program knowledge and skills•
include an industry recognized examination or series of examinations, an industry validated skill
test, or demonstrated proficiency through documented, supervised field experience and
• represent substantial knowledge and multiple skills needed for successful entry into a high-­skill
occupation
Endorsements/
CTE/Coherent Sequence
Endorsements – Statutory Requirements
• A student may earn an endorsement by
successfully completing:
– curriculum requirements for the endorsement
– four credits in mathematics
– four credits in science
– two additional elective credits
• A student can earn more than one
endorsement.
Endorsements and POS
Endorsement Advanced Courses – SBOE Rule
Fourth Mathematics Credit to Earn an Endorsement
Algebra II
IB Mathematical Studies Standard Level (SL)
Precalculus
IB Mathematics SL
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
IB Mathematics Higher Level (HL)
Independent Study in Math
IB Further Mathematics HL
Discrete Mathematics for Problem Solving
Engineering Mathematics
AP Statistics
Statistics & Risk Management
AP Calculus AB
Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
AP Calculus BC
locally developed math course or other activity
[pursuant to TEC, §28.002(g-­­1)]
AP Computer Science
mathematics course endorsed by an IHE [pursuant
to TEC, §28.025(b-­­5)]
* Math Models (for the 2014-­­2015 school year only)
College Prep Math [pursuant to TEC, §28.014]
Algebraic Reasoning (in development for
implementation in 2015-­­2016)
Statistics (in development for implementation in
2015-­­2016)
*Note: A course on this list may be taken either before or after one of the following courses:
Mathematical Models with Applications, Mathematical Applications in Agriculture Food and
Natural Resources, Digital Electronics, Robotics Programming and Design
Foundation Advanced Courses – SBOE Rule
Fourth Science Credit to Earn an Endorsement
Chemistry
IB Physics
Physics
IB Environmental Systems
Aquatic Science
Advanced Animal Science
Astronomy
Advanced Plant and Soil Science
Earth and Space Science
Anatomy and Physiology
Environmental Systems
Medical Microbiology
AP Biology
Pathophysiology
AP Chemistry
Food Science
AP Physics 1: Algebra-­­Based
Forensic Science
AP Physics 2: Algebra-­­Based
Advanced Biotechnology
AP Physics C
Principles of Technology
AP Environmental Science
Scientific Research & Design
IB Biology
Engineering Design & Problem Solving
IB Chemistry
Principles of Engineering
Endorsements – Statutory Requirements
• Each school district must make available to high school students
courses that allow a student to complete the curriculum
requirements for at least one endorsement.
• A school district that offers only one endorsement curriculum must
offer the multidisciplinary studies endorsement curriculum.
• A school district defines advanced courses and determines a
coherent sequence of courses for an endorsement area, provided
that prerequisites are followed.
• A course completed as part of the set of four courses needed to
satisfy an endorsement requirement may also satisfy a requirement
under the foundation high school program, including an elective
requirement.
Endorsement Planning Practice
Endorsement Planning Guide
District only has to offer one viable option for
students to earn an endorsement
STEM – SBOE Rule
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A student may earn a STEM endorsement by completing foundation and general
endorsement requirements including Algebra II, chemistry, and physics and:
(A) a coherent sequence courses for four or more credits in CTE that consists of
at least two courses in the same career cluster including at least one
advanced CTE course which includes any course that is the third or higher
course in a sequence. The courses may be selected from courses in all CTE
career clusters or CTE innovative courses approved by the commissioner of
education. The final course in the sequence must be selected from the STEM
career cluster.
(B) a coherent sequence of four credits in computer science selected from
the following:
• Fundamentals of Computer Science
• Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
• Computer Science I
• Digital Forensics
• Computer Science II
• Game Programming and Design
• Computer Science III
• Mobile Application Development
• AP Computer Science
• Robotics Programming and Design
• IB Computer Science, Standard Level
• Independent Studies of Technology Applications
• IB Computer Science, Higher Level
STEM – SBOE Rule
• A student may earn a STEM endorsement by completing foundation
and general endorsement requirements including Algebra II,
chemistry, and physics and:
(C) A total of five credits in mathematics by successfully
completing Algebra I, geometry, Algebra II and two additional
mathematics courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite
(D) A total of five credits in science by successfully completing
biology, chemistry, physics, and two additional science courses
(E) In addition to Algebra II, chemistry, and physics, a coherent
sequence of three additional credits from no more than two of
the areas listed in (A), (B), (C), and (D)
Guided Practice!
• STEM Endorsement
Option A
– Example 1:
• Concepts of Engineering
• Engineering Design and
Presentation
• Engineering Mathematics
• Robotics and Automation
All courses from STEM Career Cluster
Example 2:
• Principles of
Manufacturing
• Welding
• Electronics
• Advanced Electronics
Two courses from Manufacturing CC
And two courses from STEM CC
On your own…
• STEM Endorsement
– Option B, C, D, E?
– Example Option D:
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Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Anatomy and Physiology
Food Science
Business and Industry – SBOE Rule
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A student may earn a business and industry endorsement by completing foundation and general
endorsement requirements and:
(A)
a coherent sequence courses for four or more credits in CTE that consists of at least two
courses in the same career cluster including at least one advanced CTE course which includes any
course that is the third or higher course in a sequence. The courses may be selected from courses
in all CTE career clusters or CTE innovative courses approved by the commissioner of education.
The final course in the sequence must be selected from one of the following CTE career clusters:
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Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
• Marketing
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Architecture & Construction
• Information Technology
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Arts, Audio/Video Technology, & Communications
• Manufacturing
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Business Management & Administration
• Hospitality & Tourism
•
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
• Finance
(B) four English elective credits by selecting three levels in one of the following areas:
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advanced broadcast journalism
• public speaking
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advanced journalism: newspaper
• debate
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advanced journalism: yearbook
Business and Industry – SBOE Rule
A student may earn a business and industry endorsement by
completing foundation and general endorsement requirements
and:
(C) four technology applications credits by selecting from the
following:
• Digital Design and Media Production
• Web Communications
• Digital Art and Animation
• Web Design
• 3-­D Modeling and Animation
• Web Game Development
• Digital Communications in the 21st Century
• Independent Study in Evolving/Emerging
Technologies
• Digital Video and Audio Design
(D) a coherent sequence of four credits from (A), (B), or (C)
Public Services – SBOE Rule
• A student may earn a public services endorsement by completing
foundation and general endorsement requirements and:
(A) a coherent sequence courses for four or more credits in CTE that
consists of at least two courses in the same career cluster including at
least one advanced CTE course which includes any course that is the third
or higher course in a sequence. The courses may be selected from courses
in all CTE career clusters or CTE innovative courses approved by the
commissioner of education. The final course in the sequence must be
selected from one of the following CTE career clusters:
• Education & Training
• Government & Public Administration
• Health Science
• Human Services
• Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security
(B)
four courses in Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)
Arts and Humanities – SBOE Rule
• A student may earn an arts and humanities endorsement by completing foundation
and general endorsement requirements and:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
• • • • • • • • • A total of five social studies courses CREDITS
four levels of the same language in a language other than English
two levels of the same language in a language other than English and two levels of a
different language in a language other than English
four levels of American sign language
a coherent sequence of four credits by selecting courses from one or two categories
or disciplines in fine arts or innovative courses approved by the commissioner
four English elective credits by selecting from the following:
English IV
Independent Study in English
Literary Genres
*Option to replace 4th
Creative Writing
Science with ELA,
Research and Technical Writing
LOTE, SS, or FA Credit
Humanities
Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition; or
International Baccalaureate Language Studies A1 Higher Level; or
Communication Applications
Multidisciplinary – SBOE Rules
• A student may earn a multidisciplinary studies endorsement by
completing foundation and general endorsement requirements and:
(A) four advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the
workforce successfully or postsecondary education without
remediation from within one endorsement area or among
endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence
(B) four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to
include English IV and chemistry and/or physics
(C) four credits in advanced placement, International
Baccalaureate, or dual credit selected from English,
mathematics, science, social studies, economics, languages
other than English, or fine arts
Multidisciplinary Scenario…
BREAK!
Planning for Endorsements:
Identify what you have…
Step by Step – Planning for Endorsements
Gather Data
– Identify a list of courses currently offered under
each endorsement
– List multiple coherent sequence pathways under
endorsements
– Identify teacher certifications and review for
eligibility to teach other courses
(Ag teachers can teach in 8 clusters, FCS in 5 clusters,
Math and Science can teach in multiple clusters)
Step by Step – Planning for Endorsements
Review and Consider Alternatives
– Review dual and articulated credit offerings
– Consider alternating course offerings by year
– Consider offering Business Information Management
instead of Principles of Information Technology
– Consider use of Virtual Network and/or competency
based program courses to complete endorsements.
(Note: No weighted funding on these)
Step by Step – Planning for Endorsements
Review and Consider Alternatives
Locally Developed Courses
– Districts may offer courses to satisfy advanced English,
math or science requirements if developed locally by
the district in partnership with a public or private IHE
and local business, labor, and community leaders
– Districts must annually report to TEA the names of
locally developed courses, programs, institutions of
higher education, and internships in which the
district’s
Cluster Endorsement Worksheet for CTE Courses
Coherent Sequences…
Coherent Sequence of Courses
• You are already offering coherent sequences!
• Student Attendance Accounting Handbook
– Section 5.2 p. 160
– 5. To be eligible for CTE contact hour funding, your
district must offer at least one coherent sequence
of courses in at least three different career
clusters149.
Coherent Sequence of Courses
Defined as:
– An educational plan of rigorous and challenging
academic courses and relevant CTE courses
appropriate for a given career program of study. This
plan may include work-based learning experiences
leading to both academic and technical knowledge
and skills needed to prepare for further education
and careers in current or emerging professions.
Source:
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index4.aspx?id=8365&menu_id=951
Coherent Sequence of Courses
– Current recommended course sequences for each
CTE career cluster can be found at:
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=5415
Current Coherent Sequence Example
Coherent Sequence of Courses
– Create coherent sequences for the courses you
will be offering in each endorsement area.
– Use the current coherent sequences for guidance.
Coherent Sequence for Endorsement Example
Implementation of
Endorsements
Implementation of Endorsements
• Share plans with advisory committee and
administration
• Secure board approval
• Consider career investigation interest and
aptitude test for 8th graders
• Have 8th graders select endorsement area and
secure guardian approval
Implementation of Endorsements
Develop a marketing plan
Share endorsement options to students, parents,
teachers, counselors, etc.
Develop flyers and materials including all
endorsements
Provide an all inclusive course catalog online
Include workforce and labor market information
Emphasize college and career preparation
Implementation of Endorsements
Communicate, Communicate!
Communicate endorsement options with all teachers
Connect with parents and students at school events
Distribute brochures and flyers
Develop endorsement videos
Letters to parents
Develop web pages specific to endorsement options
and include information regarding CTE
During the first school year a student is enrolled in a high
school (or at high school level for charters…and again
during each year of a student’s enrollment in high school
or at the high school level, a school counselor must provide
information about postsecondary education to the student
and student’s parent or guardian…must include…
• The importance of postsecondary ed.
• The advantages of earning an endorsement,
performance acknowledgement, and completing
distinguished level under the foundation program
Currently-only required during first year and senior year.
Personal
Graduation Plans
Program of Study Example
PGP Example
Personal Graduation Plans…
PGP (HB5, Section 12-14)
Middle School
• Principal will designate counselor, teacher, or other appropriate
individual
• Each student enrolled that does not perform satisfactorily on a
state assessment
• Each student not likely to receive a high school diploma before the
5th year of enrollment in grade 9
• TEA with TWC and THECB will prepare and make available
information that explains the advantages of the distinguished
graduation plan, and each endorsement
• Info published on school website (English and other language
(20 students in a grade level)
PGP (HB5, Section 12-14)
Personal Graduation Plans…
High School
Current law requires
PGP for limited students
and do not require
identification of
intended coursework.
•
Principal will designate a school counselor, or school administrator
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Review PGP options with EACH student entering 9th grade with that student’s parent or
guardian
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Must include…benefits of distinguished level of achievement, and Endorsements
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Must be confirmed and signed by student/parent/guardian before the end of the school year
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Must identify a course of study that
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Promotes college and workforce readiness and career placement/advancement
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Facilitates the student’s transition from secondary to postsecondary education
May not prevent a student/guardian form confirming/signing a PGP that includes pursuit of
the distinguished level/endorsement
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Student may amend the PGP after initial confirmation-school must send written notification to
parent/guardian regarding the change
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TEA with TWC and THECB will prepare and make available information that explains the
advantages of the distinguished graduation plan, and each endorsement
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Info published on school website (English and other language (20 students in a grade
level)
PGP Examples…
http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?present=true&id=1130191#anchor
Resources
Resources…
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83rd Legislature Briefing Book
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=25769806149
Endorsement Planning Guide (ESC 17)
UT HB5 Site
http://ipsi.utexas.edu/house-bill-5/
ESC 17 Counselor Solutions http://esc17.net/default.aspx?name=ac.counselorsolutiongroup
ESC 17 CTE
http://esc17.net/default.aspx?name=fps.cate
ESC 10 www.esc10.net
ESC 13 www.esc13.net
ESC 20 www.esc20.net
ESC 17 HB5 Live Binder http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?present=true&id=1130191
» Heather Blount
» Shauna Lane
hblount@esc17.net
slane@esc17.net
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