July 19, 2024 SBEC Meeting

 

The Board will meet in open session and after determining the presence of a quorum, deliberate and possibly take formal action, including emergency action, on any of the following agenda items:

Moment of Silence

Pledge of Allegiance

1. Call to Order
2. Associate Commissioner’s Comments
3. Public Comment

The Board shall allocate up to thirty (30) minutes at the beginning of each regularly scheduled meeting of the full Board for public comment on non-agenda and consent agenda items. In accordance with SBEC Board Operating Policies and Procedures, late registration for providing oral or written comments will be accepted up to 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the Board meeting.

CONSENT AGENDA

The consent agenda will take up agenda items 4 – 7with no discussion as notated in bold and italicized. The State Board for Educator Certification may elect to take separate action on any item on the consent agenda. All such items shall be acted upon by one vote without separate discussion, unless a Board member requests that an item be withdrawn for individual consideration.

4. Request to Approve April 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes
    
5. Adoption of Proposed Review of 19 TAC Chapter 231, Requirements for Public School Personnel Assignments

Texas Government Code, §2001.039 establishes a four-year rule review cycle for all state agency rules, including State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules. This item presents for SBEC adoption of the proposed review of 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 231, Requirements for Public School Personnel Assignments. The rules being reviewed provide requirements relating to the criteria for school districts to make personnel assignments based on the correlating certification requirements.

6. Adoption of Proposed Review of 19 TAC Chapter 234, Military Service Members, Military Spouses, and Military Veterans

Texas Government Code, §2001.039 establishes a four-year rule review cycle for all state agency rules, including State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules. This item presents for SBEC adoption of the proposed review of 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 234, Military Service Members, Military Spouses and Military Veterans. The rules being reviewed provide requirements relating to preparation, testing, certification, and renewal requirements for all members of the military community.

7. Adoption of Proposed Review of 19 TAC 245, Certification of Educators from Other Countries

Texas Government Code, §2001.039 establishes a four-year rule review cycle for all state agency rules, including State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules. This item presents for SBEC adoption of the proposed review of 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 245, Certification of Educators from Other Countries. The rules being reviewed provide requirements relating to the certification of Texas educators from other countries.

DISCUSSION AND ACTION

8. Board Operating Policies and Procedures (BOPP) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Texas Education Agency and the State Board for Educator Certification

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss and approve the proposed edits to the Memorandum of Agreement and make any adjustments to the BOPP.

9. Proposed Amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss and propose amendments to 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs. Chapter 229 establishes the performance standards and procedures for educator preparation program (EPP) accountability. The proposed amendments would provide for adjustments to the 2023–2024 Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP) Manual; would clarify and streamline language and definitions; would organize the rule text by subchapter; and would include technical updates.

10. Proposed Revisions to 19 TAC Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter B, General Certification Requirements, §230.11. General Requirements

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss and propose amendments to the English language proficiency (ELP) requirements outlined in 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter B, General Certification Requirements, §230.11, General Requirements. The proposed amendment would expand the options for demonstrating ELP.

11. Request to Approve a New Educator Preparation Program: Andrews ISD

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to approve a request by Andrews ISD Teacher Academy Alternative Certification Program (ACP), located in Andrews, Texas to be approved as an educator preparation program (EPP) to prepare and recommend candidates for certification through the alternative certification route. Texas Education Agency (TEA) staff reviewed the proposal and found that it complied with provisions of 19 TAC Chapter 227, Provisions for Educator Preparation Candidates, Chapter 228, Requirements for Educator Preparation Programs, Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs, and Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter B, General Certification Requirements.

12. Request to Approve a New Educator Preparation Program: Katy ISD

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to approve a request by Katy ISD, located in Katy, Texas, to be approved as an educator preparation program (EPP) to prepare and recommend candidates for certification through the alternative certification route. Texas Education Agency (TEA) staff reviewed the proposal and found that it complied with provisions of 19 TAC Chapter 227, Provisions for Educator Preparation Candidates, Chapter 228, Requirements for Educator Preparation Programs, Chapter 229, Accountability System for Educator Preparation Programs, and Chapter 230, Professional Educator Preparation and Certification, Subchapter B, General Certification Requirements.

DISCIPLINARY CASES

13. Pending or Contemplated Litigation, including Disciplinary Cases

Defaults

1. In the Matter of Asia Harmon; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

2. In the Matter of Briana Wilson; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              11-month suspension

3. In the Matter of Caralisa Reese; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension            

4. In the Matter of Carol Smith; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

5. In the Matter of Charlie George Jr.; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

6. In the Matter of Coritza Quintal; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            11-month suspension

7. In the Matter of Daniel Mun; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension

8. In the Matter of George Shelton; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

9. In the Matter of Helen Powley; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension        

10. In the Matter of Hillary Salazar; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

11. In the Matter of Jacob Koshak; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              11-month suspension

12. In the Matter of Jamile Rahsaan Owens; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            11-month suspension

13. In the Matter of Kara Jayne Beard; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

14. In the Matter of Krysten Korioth; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

15. In the Matter of Laura Greer; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

16. In the Matter of Lisa T. Brown; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

17. In the Matter of Marlene Valdez; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

18. In the Matter of Matthew M. Passwaters; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              Suspension until expiration of intern certificate on August 15, 2024                                                

19. In the Matter of Melody Jenkins; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

20. In the Matter of Rebecca Van Es; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            11-month suspension

21. In the Matter of Reva Frisco-Bacon; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

22. In the Matter of Savannah Nicole Picklesimer; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension            

23. In the Matter of Tenisha M. Barnes; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

24. In the Matter of Tiffany Vance; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:              1-year suspension

25. In the Matter of William R. Price; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension  

26. In the Matter of Jose Montalvo; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation  

27. In the Matter of Sylvester Jennings; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation   

28. In the Matter of Brian Spivey; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation    

29. In the Matter of James Bradley; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation   

30. In the Matter of Matthew David Gillow; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation       

31. In the Matter of Albert A. Falkenberg; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of a substance abuse treatment program 

32. In the Matter of Charity Aileen Floyd; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program

33. In the Matter of Jennifer Anne Young; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program 

34. In the Matter of Judy R. Feagley; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program 

35. In the Matter of Summer L. Buerger; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program                                           

36. In the Matter of Dolores Valenzuela; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            2-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program                                            

37. In the Matter of Joy Malave; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Revocation

38. In the Matter of Monica Caylor; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            10-year suspension

39. In the Matter of Emma L. Harrison; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Revocation

40. In the Matter of Jolene Daily; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            3-year suspension

41. In the Matter of Marcella Vaughan; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation                                               

42. In the Matter of Alfredo Isaac Casula Jr.; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension

43. In the Matter of Rachel Runnels; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program

44. In the Matter of Raul Rivas, Jr.; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            4-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program

45. In the Matter of John Roberson Jr.; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            5-year suspension

46. In the Matter of Samantha Lee Moore; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            5-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program

47. In the Matter of Jeremy Dyes; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            10-year suspension

48. In the Matter of Tiffany Settle; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation   

49. In the Matter of Alicia Jonique Scott; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation 

50. In the Matter of Angela O’Brien; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation  

SOAH Defaults

1. In the Matter of Bryce Grace; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Administrative denial of one-year certificate

2. In the Matter of Tessa Graham; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            1-year suspension and proof of successful completion of substance abuse treatment program         

3. In the Matter of Sharon Amaya; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation

4. In the Matter of Amy Stagg; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation 

5. In the Matter of David Mason; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Issuance of Default Judgment

Staff recommendation:            Permanent Revocation

Contested Cases

Proposals for Decision

1. Docket No. 701-24-04782.EC, Texas Education Agency, Educator Preparation, Certification, and Enforcement Division v. Clifeteana McKiver; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Proposal for Decision and Issuance of Final Order.

ALJ Recommendation:           Continuing education or training to an inscribed or non-inscribed reprimand

Staff Recommendation:          11-month suspension 

2. Docket No. 701-23-09434.EC, Texas Education Agency, Educator Preparation, Certification, and Enforcement Division v. Valarie Cervantes; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Proposal for Decision and Issuance of Final Order.

ALJ Recommendation:           Probated one-year suspension

Staff Recommendation:          Two-year suspension

3. Docket No. 701-23-05495.EC, Texas Education Agency, Educator Preparation, Certification, and Enforcement Division v. Ramon Arana; Action to be taken:  Consideration of Proposal for Decision and Issuance of Final Order.

ALJ Recommendation:           Revocation    

Staff Recommendation:          Permanent Revocation 

Court Cases

District Court Cases

1. Texas Education Agency, State Board for Educator Certification, Emily Garcia, Mike Morath, and Calvin Stocker v. A+ Texas Teachers; No. 03-23-00318-CV, In the Third Court of Appeals on Appeal from Case No. D-1-GN-23-001504, in the 53^rd District Court of Travis County, Texas.  Possible discussion and action on proposed settlement agreement.

DISCUSSION ONLY 

14. Discussion of Proposed Revisions to 19 TAC Chapter 249, Disciplinary Proceedings, Sanctions, and Contested Cases

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss proposed revisions to 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 249. Chapter 249 establishes the disciplinary proceedings process and sanctions for educators.

15. Discussion of Proposed Revisions to 19 TAC Chapter 235 Classroom Teacher Certification Standards Subchapter A, General Provisions, Subchapter B, Elementary School Certificate Standards, Subchapter C, Middle School Certificate Standards, and Subchapter D, Secondary School Certificate Standards

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to review and discuss the proposed new Teacher Pedagogy standards. The SBEC will also have the opportunity to review the reorganization of the chapter that would result from replacing the current grade-banded Teacher Pedagogy standards with a single set of Teacher Pedagogy standards for grades Early Childhood–12.

16. Discussion of Proposed Revisions to 19 TAC Chapter 231, Requirements for Public School Personnel Assignments, Subchapter F, Special Education-Related Services Personnel Assignments

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss proposed revisions to 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 231, Requirements for Public School Personnel Assignments Subchapter F, Special Education-Related Services Personnel Assignments. The rules being discussed provide requirements relating to the criteria for school districts to make personnel assignments based on the correlating certification requirements. The proposed amendments would also expand the list of certificates appropriate for personnel serving in special education-related assignments.

17. Discussion of Proposed Amendment to 19 TAC Chapter 234, Military Service Members, Military Spouses, and Military Veterans

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss proposed amendment to 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 234, Military Service Members, Military Spouses, and Military Veterans. The proposed amendment would add language specific to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) allowing the portability of licenses for active-duty military service members or the spouse of a military service member; would alphabetize and renumber definitions; would provide technical edits to clarify existing language; and would remove duplicative language and re-alphabetize where necessary.

18. Discussion of Proposed Amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 228, Requirements for Educator Preparation Programs, Subchapter A, General Guidance, Subchapter E, Educator Candidate Clinical Experiences, and Subchapter F, Support for Candidates During Required Clinical Experiences

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss proposed amendments to 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 228, Requirements for Educator Preparation Programs, Subchapter A, General Guidance, Subchapter E, Educator Candidate Clinical Experiences, and Subchapter F, Support for Candidates During Required Clinical Experiences. The proposed amendments would further clarify requirements and definitions as applicable to support educator preparation programs (EPPs) and candidates in the successful implementation of these rules.

19. Discussion of 19 TAC Chapter 239, Student Services Certificates, Subchapter A, School Counselor Certificate

This item provides the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) an opportunity to discuss preparation requirements for school counselors outlined in 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 239, Student Services Certificates, Subchapter A, School Counselor.

INFORMATION ONLY

20. Update of State Board for Educator Certification Enabling Legislation
21. Board Operating Policies and Procedures (BOPP)
22. 2023–2026 Rule Review Plan for State Board for Educator Certification Rules
23. Adjournment