Educator Evaluation and Support System
The ɬÀï·¬ Evaluation and Support System (TESS) uses multiple measures in the development of educator quality to support student learning. This site provides information on the state recommended teacher and principal evaluation systems. Educator Leadership and Quality staff will post updates and relevant resources here.
Announcements
May 3, 2014
ɬÀï·¬Submits Final Guidelines for Teacher and Principal Support Systems to ED
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The ɬÀï·¬ Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is a new teacher evaluation system being piloted during the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school years.
ɬÀï·¬ Principal Evaluation and Support System
The ɬÀï·¬ Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS) is a new principal evaluation system being piloted during the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school years.
ɬÀï·¬ Evaluation and Support System Timeline
The ɬÀï·¬ Evaluation and Support System is rolling out across three years. This TESS Timeline graphic (PDF, 56 KB) shows the plan for implementing TESS as well as the history of how TESS was developed.
ɬÀï·¬ Evaluation and Support System Pilot Program
Many organizations, districts and individuals are helping to pilot the ɬÀï·¬ Evaluation and Support System (TESS).
Appraisal Laws and Rules
Educator appraisal in ɬÀï·¬ is governed by both statute and regulation.