Results Driven Accountability (RDA)
The RDA system is a data-driven framework developed and implemented annually for local educational agencies (LEAs) by the Division of Review and Support in coordination with other departments within the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The RDA Chapter 12 in the Accountability Manual provides comprehensive technical documentation about the RDA system, including program areas, indicators, measurement requirements, data sources, and more. This system is used by the TEA as one part of its annual evaluation of LEA performance and program effectiveness. It is worth noting that the RDA Chapter 12 was previously a standalone RDA Manual, formerly called Performance-Based Monitoring Analysis System (PBMAS).
2025-2027 RDA Resources
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RDA Timeline for 2025 Through 2028 A-F Accountability Refresh
RDA Webinars for LEAs and ESCs
| Day and Time | Title | Presenters | Webinar Links |
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| September 19, 2024 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
RDA Overview |
Jennifer Patterson, Lori Merrell, Raul Alvarado, Julia Ramirez, David Mapps, and Zane Wubbena | |
| November 14, 2024 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | RDA Overview for Federal Programs |
Jennifer Patterson, Lori Merrell, Raul Alvarado, Julia Ramirez, David Mapps, and Zane Wubbena |
Planning for the Future
Ongoing implementation of the RDA will include the addition of new indicators, revision of current indicators, and deletion of indicators that are no longer necessary. Factors independent from the RDA itself are also likely to have an impact on the future versions of RDA. These factors include the following:
- legislatively required changes to the statewide assessment program, STAAR;
- changes resulting from reauthorizations of federal statutes, including the Elementary and Secondary Education Act;
- results of any state or federal reviews, guidance, and regulations;
- changes to data collection definitions and processes; and
- legislation from a regular or special legislative session
RDA Guidance Documents
RDA Determination Level Frameworks
- 2024 Special Education — RDA Determination Level Framework
- 2024 BE/ESL/EB and OSP — RDA Determination Level Framework
RDA Intervention and Submission Calendars
- Special Education — 2024-2025 RDA Intervention and Submission Calendar
- BE/ESL/EB and OSP — 2024-2025 RDA Intervention and Submission Calendar
Other Documents
Office of Special Populations and Student Supports
Department of Review and Support
Phone: (512) 463-9414
Monday-Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Fax:(512) 463-9560
Email: ReviewandSupport@tea.texas.gov
Office of Special Populations and Student Supports
Department of Special Education
Phone: (512) 463-9414
Monday-Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Fax:(512) 463-9560
Email: sped@tea.texas.gov
Special Education or IEP-Related Questions?
Consult SPEDTex, the Texas Special Education Information Center. This is a resource backed by TEA to inform and support parents, teachers, and anyone committed to the success of children with disabilities.
Phone: 1-855-SPEDTEX (1-855-773-3839)
Website: www.spedtex.org