This program is responsible for organizing and conducting professional development and technical support that facilitates students with disabilities gaining access to a curriculum and instruction based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in the least restrictive environment. This program also facilitates planning and implementation of the statewide Access to the General Curriculum (AGC) Decentralized Function for Texas.

During the summer of 2008, Education Service Center, Region 20 will be creating TAKS-M sample tests for all grade levels and all content areas currently tested by TAKS. ESC-20 is looking for teachers with expertise in special education and specific content areas to work as writing teams to create sample tests. If you are a certified teacher in special education, elementary education, or secondary reading, math, science, or social studies, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, complete the attached application including reference form and follow directions on the sample test to rewrite the released TAKS questions for the level (elementary or secondary) and content area (reading, math, science, social studies) you are applying for.  The TAKS-M Modification Guidelines has also been attached to assist you with this process.

Submit completed application, rewritten TAKS questions, and reference form to Sherry Marsh by May 15, 2008.

Elementary participants will meet June 16 & 17, 2008. Secondary participants will meet June 18 & 19, 2008. Participants will receive a $200 stipend per day and must attend both days to receive the stipend.

•   Application
•   TAKS-M Test Modification Guidelines
•   TAKS Questions