Dedra Carter

The document details the Texas Education Agency's Equity Plan, which includes the "Texas Equitable Access Roadmap." This initiative is designed to assist Texas districts in understanding and addressing challenges related to providing equitable access to excellent educators for all students, with a particular focus on students of color and low-income students. The plan outlines processes for identifying equity gaps, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing strategies to close these disparities, in compliance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

The agenda includes items such as resignations of ESC Board Members, administering the Oath of Office to new board members and the Election of Officers for 2025-2026. Also on the agenda is discussion of public comments on possible grant applications, consideration to approve interlocal agreements, and a public hearing for the Accountability Report. The Early Head Start/Head Start Program Report, Consideration to Approve Head Start/Early Head Start Financial Statements, Consideration to Approve Early Head Start/Head Start Program Information Report, Consideration to Approve Early Head Start/Head Start Policies and Procedures, Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Program Update and Investment Report will be discussed. Furthermore, the agenda includes discussion and possible action to commit fund balance amounts in the General Fund, adopt the ESC Official Budget for 2025-2026, review projected ESC cash flow for 2025-2026, adopt local policies in Update 31, approve Buyfair RFP contracts, a building construction update, personnel report, director's notes, a closed executive session, setting the time and date of the next meeting, and adjournment.

The strategic plan emphasizes the importance of systems thinking for district leaders to deeply understand the district systems that produce the current student experience. It focuses on providing customized executive coaching for superintendents and promoting courageous, strategic leadership to improve student outcomes. The plan involves conducting a Landscape Analysis, creating a Strategic Plan with prioritized strategies, and developing a High-level plan for implementation and performance management.

The Head Start Program Planning for Center for Young Learners focuses on developing and reviewing the program philosophy, setting goals, and creating a Program Improvement Plan. The process involves gathering input from stakeholders (parents, staff, Policy Council, Governing Body members, and community members) through self-assessment, Program Information Reports, Community Assessments, and review of previous Program Improvement Plans. Data analysis leads to prioritizing goals and developing short-term and long-term action plans with assigned responsibilities, timelines, and resource allocation.

The strategic plan focuses on several key areas including planning and performance management, talent management, integrated student supports, academic experience, instructional capacity building, and finance and operations. The plan emphasizes establishing clear visions and missions, developing multi-year strategic plans, and implementing project management strategies. It also focuses on aligning human capital systems, recruiting and selecting educators, and establishing systems for professional growth and retention. Furthermore, the plan addresses school-wide culture, student support, early childhood development, and providing equitable access to college, career, and military prep courses. The plan aims to improve student outcomes and ensure compliance with educational standards.