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To encourage excellence in education by promoting and funding effective programs and ideas in the Terrell Independent School District. |
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Career and Technical Initiatives
will enhance
programs that provide real-life work experiences by addressing needs
that may
include, but are not limited to, the following:
Student
and/or teacher internships in fields such as health care,
manufacturing, construction, engineering and computer
technology.
State of the art equipment and required supplies to support student experiences in tomorrow's workplace.
Student aptitude assessment and counseling to determine interest and employment opportunity.
Dual Credit Scholarships in partnership with local community
colleges and technical
schools.
Summer Academic Camps such as NASA Space Camp or math, robotics,
and fine arts
camps.
Literary and Fine Arts Experiences such as Visiting Authors and Artists in Residence.
Professional Development Initiatives
will provide opportunities for staff to
participate in staff development activities that include, but are
not limited to, the
following:
Specialized teacher training to augment instruction in critical curriculum areas such as math, science, reading, social studies and languages.
Advanced and innovative training to further engage students in the learning process.
Master Teacher Certification offered through accredited universities.
Future Program
District Initiatives
will provide funds for district-wide
initiatives that address specific
priorities aligning with the District's
Strategic Plan such as the following:
Curriculum & Instructional Development that impacts all
students.
State of the Art Technology and additional reading and reference material for library improvement.
First Tuesday in October
(for Winter/Spring).
First Tuesday in March
(for Summer/Fall).