Region 12 Education Service Center

Key discussions and actions for this board meeting included the consent agenda items covering the approval of financial reports (bills paid as of November 30 and December 31, 2025, interest earnings, and cash flow reports). Action items involved considering membership in the Central Texas Purchasing Alliance and considering approval for a Superintendents' Leadership Conference exceeding $100,000. Information and discussion topics included a review of the State of the Center across various services, receiving the personnel report, and updates on the Mid-Winter Region 12 Presentation and the IMPACT Texas Conference. A closed session was scheduled to discuss the evaluation and pay consideration of the Executive Director.

This document outlines competencies for a high-quality mentorship program, focusing on its vision, sustainability, and scalability to support long-term district growth. Key areas include effectively recruiting and assigning mentoring educators, implementing co-teaching strategies, supporting data-driven instructional practices, fostering a positive learning environment, and aiding in lesson planning.

The Education Service Center Region 12 aims to improve student performance by providing professional training and technical assistance. Its vision focuses on innovative solutions, empowered learners, and educated communities. The mission is to partner with schools and communities to achieve student success, aligning resources and services with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Key strategic priorities include assisting school districts in improving student performance, increasing operational effectiveness and economy, and implementing statewide and regional initiatives.

The strategic priority guide focuses on building a foundation in reading and math, recommending initiatives and best practices aligned with ESSA Title programs. It emphasizes high-quality prekindergarten initiatives, reading interventionists, instructional coaching, blended learning math programs, and school culture improvements. The guide also suggests using ESSA funds for supplemental materials, early childhood activities, tiered interventions, teacher mentoring, common planning time, and relevant training for staff to better serve students, including those with disabilities.

The document outlines best practices for Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in utilizing Title I, Part A funds under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to support the needs of private nonprofit (PNP) schools. It emphasizes continuous support and collaboration between LEAs and PNPs, coordination with other Title programs, and assistance in needs assessment for professional development. The document highlights key areas such as recruiting and retaining teachers and principals, building a foundation of reading and math, connecting high school to career and college, and improving low-performing schools through supplemental instruction, family engagement, and academic interventions.