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DISTRICT ANNOUNCEMENTS
TISD OFFERS ACCELERATION EXAMS
Taylor Independent School District will offer examinations for acceleration in grades kindergarten through 12th grade on June 11, 12 and 13th. Students must score at least a 90 on such a test to be advanced to a grade level in grades 1-5 or to receive credit in grades 6-12. Criteria for kindergarten acceleration may be obtained from the Naomi Pasemann Elementary principal. No fee is required for the examination. Any students who wish to take an examination for acceleration must register with the principal of his or her school no later than May 30th, 2012. For additional information please contact the school principal.
REMINDER! Parental Involvement Newsletter
The April Parental Involvement newsletter published by the Region 16 School Support and Parent Involvement Initiative is now available in English and Spanish at the following website: http://www.esc16.net/default.aspx?name=title1swi3.newsletters
This is the final newsletter published for the 2011-12 school year. It features articles on Helping Your Child Learn to Read, Fun Things to Do with Your Teens, Summer and Kids: What You Need To Know, Planning for College, Get Active, and more.
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR™) has replaced the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS). The new tests are being implemented in the 2011–2012 school year.
Click HERE for Texas Education Agency's page on STAAR.
TISD MESSAGE REGARDING 2011-2012 HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHER STATUS:
Taylor ISD is pleased to report that 100% of the teachers in every subject area at every campus have all required certifications to teach in their subject area. In addition to ensuring that all teachers have the required certifications, the Texas Education Agency requires the District to submit a Highly Qualified Teacher Report for teachers teaching core subject areas based on the No Child Left Behind Act. The actual report submitted to the Texas Education Agency can be viewed on the Taylor ISD website under the “Accountability” tab.
Taylor ISD is pleased to report that 100% of the teachers in every subject area at every campus have all required certifications to teach in their subject area. In addition to ensuring that all teachers have the required certifications, the Texas Education Agency requires the District to submit a Highly Qualified Teacher Report for teachers teaching core subject areas based on the No Child Left Behind Act. The actual report submitted to the Texas Education Agency can be viewed on the Taylor ISD website under the “Accountability” tab.
Taylor ISD strives to recruit highly effective teachers to ensure success for all students. Thank you for your continued support of the teachers and students of Taylor ISD.
Taylor ISD strives to recruit highly effective teachers to ensure success for all students. Thank you for your continued support of the teachers and students of Taylor ISD.
