2022-23 Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Commendations
The State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) paused their EPP Commendations program effective academic year 2023-2024.
Category 1: Rigorous and Robust Preparation
These EPPs were identified as performing above and beyond on the ASEP annual performance standards.
| Educator Preparation Program | First Test Pass Rate, all exams | Principal Survey Performance | First Test Pass Rate in Bilingual/ESL | First Test Pass Rate in English Language Arts and Reading | First Test Pass Rate in Social Studies | First Test Pass Rate in Special Education |
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| Abilene Christian University |  | | ||||
| Alamo Colleges | | |||||
| Amberton University | | |||||
| Lubbock Christian University | | |||||
| Prairie View A&M University | | |||||
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| Sul Ross State University - Alpine | | |||||
| Texas A&M University - Central Texas | | |||||
| Texas A&M International University | | |||||
| Region 07 Education Service Center | | |||||
| Region 10 Education Service Center | | |||||
| Trinity University | | |||||
| University of Texas - Austin | | |||||
| University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley | |
Category 2: Preparing the Educators Texas Needs
These EPPs were identified for recruiting, preparing and supporting the certification of teachers in content shortage areas.
| Educator Preparation Program | Bilingual/ESL | English Language Arts and Reading | Mathematics | Science | Social Studies | Special Education | Career and Technical Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University |  | ||||||
| ACT – Rio Grande Valley | | | | ||||
| Austin College | | ||||||
| Austin Community College | | | |||||
| Dallas ISD | | | | ||||
| Education Career Alternatives Program | | ||||||
| Region 11 Education Service Center | | ||||||
| Region 13 Education Service Center | | ||||||
| Region 20 Education Service Center | | ||||||
| South Texas Transition to Teaching ACP | | ||||||
| Southwestern University | | ||||||
| Tarleton State University | | ||||||
| TeacherBuilder.com | | ||||||
| The Texas Institute for Teacher Education | | ||||||
| University of Houston | | ||||||
| University of Houston - Downtown | | ||||||
| University of Texas - Austin | | | |||||
| University of Texas - Dallas | | | | ||||
| Urban Teachers | | | |||||
| West Texas A&M University | | ||||||
| YES Prep Public Schools Inc. | | |
Category 2: Preparing the Educators Texas Needs
These EPPs were identified for preparing and supporting teachers who identify as teachers of color or are employed in rural schools.
| Educator Preparation Program | Hispanic | African American | Employed in Rural Schools |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Career in Teaching-EPP (McAllen) | | ||
| Angelo State University | | ||
| Prairie View A&M University | | ||
| Region 14 Education Service Center | | ||
| Region 19 Education Service Center | | ||
| South Texas Transition to Teaching ACP | | ||
| Texas A&M University - Texarkana | | ||
| University of Texas - El Paso | | ||
| University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley | | ||
| West Texas A&M University | |
Category 3: Preparing Educators for Long Term Success
These EPPs were identified for preparing and supporting educators for employee retention or for growth into other professional roles.
| Educator Preparation Program | 5 Consecutive Years Retention as a Texas educator | Employment in a Principal or Assistant Principal role within 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Schreiner University |  | |
| Southwestern Assemblies of God University | | |
| Texas Tech University | | |
| University of Houston - Downtown | |
Category 4: Innovative Educator Preparation
These EPPs were identified for seeking innovative ways to prepare their candidates for the classroom (2022-23 Commendation).
| Educator Preparation Program | Innovative Educator Preparation | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas College | 
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| Tarleton State University |
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