STAAR Prep → Student Growth → TIA Designation
Practical resources to boost your students' scores and earn up to $32,000/year through TIA.
Explore ResourcesRedesigned-format practice resources, strategies, and data-driven instruction guides for every tested subject.
Step-by-step guides to earning Recognized, Exemplary, or Master designation — written by designated teachers.
Templates, trackers, and micro-tools that save you hours every week on the busywork.
HB 8 replaces STAAR with the Student Success Tool starting 2027-28. Here's what Texas teachers need to know about the three-window testing model, English II changes, and the transition timeline.
A factual overview of Texas SB 2 Education Savings Accounts — funding amounts, application timeline, projected enrollment impact, and what it means for public school classrooms.
A clear breakdown of the Teacher Retention Allotment, Support Staff Retention Allotment, and other HB 2 funding changes impacting Texas educator paychecks in 2025-26.
HB 2 phases out District of Innovation exemptions for uncertified teachers in core subjects. Here's the timeline, the $1,000 incentive, and what certified and uncertified teachers need to know.
Major TEKS revisions are coming for social studies (2026-27) and science assessments align this spring. Plus, a new financial literacy graduation requirement. Here's what teachers need to track.
HB 33 (Uvalde Strong Act) and SB 207 bring new school safety requirements and mental health absence policies to Texas campuses. Here's what teachers need to know.
A complete review guide for 5th grade STAAR science — covering key reporting categories, must-know vocabulary, hands-on lab ideas, common misconceptions, and test format tips for Texas teachers.
Proven strategies for 3rd grade STAAR math success — covering key TEKS standards, common student misconceptions, hands-on activities, and test-day tips from experienced Texas teachers.
A practical, step-by-step guide to teaching STAAR constructed response — including the RACE framework, scoring rubric breakdown, student examples, and daily practice strategies for Texas teachers.
15 engaging, teacher-tested STAAR review activities that students actually enjoy — from low-prep games to themed boot camp days. Perfect for the final weeks before the STAAR assessment.
A comprehensive guide to collecting and organizing TIA portfolio evidence — covering what qualifies by domain, a month-by-month collection calendar, organization systems, and mistakes to avoid.
Learn how your students' STAAR growth data connects directly to TIA designation — and practical strategies to maximize student growth for both your students and your paycheck.
Everything Texas teachers need to know about TIA — designation levels, pay increases, eligibility, and how to start pursuing your designation today.
A domain-by-domain breakdown of the T-TESS rubric with specific strategies for scoring Distinguished — the observation scores that earn TIA designation.
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