CARE Reflection

Ensure that staff development is providing training for CSCOPE and TEKS in each content area.  CSCOPE is entirely new to our district.  It has been proven to be effective to teach the TEKS properly and has the rigor that is needed to master STAAR.  Teacher/Stakeholders have been trained to utilize CSCOPE correctly and efficiently. 

Properly identify students and monitor students that are special needs.  BISD has a thorough Special Education Department that provides clarity to all involved.  However, we do have students that are not monitored and are identified incorrectly.  I believe that more training needs to be in place for teachers and others working with students. 

Raise district AYP standards.  If students and educators are held to a higher standard, then the required standard will be met.  In BISD, students and teachers are always held to a higher standard than the state.  This almost guarantees success for all involved. 

This assignment has helped me to identify areas in my district that may need reinforcement.  I also like the fact that I learned about the four CARE elements.  This process can be used in many areas.