Mathematics Achievement Academies and Texas Reading Academies
The Mathematics Achievement and Texas Reading Academies are professional development initiatives for Texas public school educators. These academies enhance educators’ knowledge and skills in mathematics and reading instruction. The academies align with the latest research and best practices for teaching Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). The goal of the academies is to help every student achieve proficiency in grade-level mathematics and reading.
Mathematics Achievement Academies
Information for educators in grades K–5, administrators, campus and district leaders, and local educational agencies (LEAs).
Information for educators in grades K–3, administrators, Authorized Providers, and educator prep programs (EPPs).
Academies Timeline
The Mathematics Achievement and Texas Reading Academies have evolved through legislation to expand subject grade levels and teacher requirements:
Mathematics Achievement Academies
Senate Bill (SB) 934, 84th Texas Legislature, introduces Mathematics Achievement Academies for kindergarten–grade 3.
Literacy Achievement Academies
SB 925, 84th Texas Legislature, introduces Literacy Achievement Academies for teachers who provide reading instruction to students for kindergarten–grade 3.
Reading-to-Learn Academies
SB 972, 84th Texas Legislature, introduces Reading-to-Learn Academies for teachers who provide comprehension instruction to students in grades 4-5.
The Reading Excellence Academies Development (READ) Grant
READ Grant is implemented. (Note: teachers have been given credit for House Bill (HB) 3 TRA if they participated)
Texas Reading Academies
HB 3, 86th Texas Legislature, requires Texas Reading Academies for all K–3 teachers.
Mathematics Achievement Academies
SB 1267, 87th Texas Legislature, amends Mathematics Achievement Academies to include all grade levels.
Texas Reading Academies
SB 1267, 87th Texas Legislature, amends Texas Reading Academies to include all grade levels.
Mathematics Achievement Academies
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Texas Reading Academies
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