Board Agenda - February 06, 2007

k. TEA Waivers for Staff Development, Early Release and Modified Schedule/TAKS Testing Days

Presenter: Jim Hirsch

Purpose: A - Request decision - closure required

Time: No time limit

Description:

The district is requesting the following waivers from TEA:
- Staff Development Waiver allows districts to train staff to attend to improve student performance in lieu of one day of student instruction.
- Early Release Waiver to allow districts to provide additional training for teachers in lieu of four days of student instruction.
- Modified Schedule/TAKS Testing allows districts to modify the schedule of classes on TAKS testing days during the current school year to reduce interruptions during testing periods.

Recommendation:

Approve waiver request to TEA.

Business Impact:

None

Summary:

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