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The Texas Center for Educator Excellence (TxCEE), at Region 18 Education Service Center, provides technical assistance to Texas school districts to improve educator effectiveness. Over the last few years, the state has undertaken an in-depth review of its teacher effectiveness policies and reforms to date. One of the organizations at the forefront of this reform is the group of talented individuals here at the Texas Center for Educator Excellence. Under the leadership of ESC 18TxCEEs Executive Director, Dr. Tammy Kreuz, the staff at ESC 18TxCEE has led Texas school districts through the implementation of comprehensive reform initiatives focused on improving human capital in public schools. ESC 18TxCEE has successfully implemented three federal Teacher Incentive Fund (TIF) Grants from the U.S. Department of Education totaling over $115 million. Over the past decade, the ESC 18TxCEE field staff has been trained as trainer-of-trainers and successfully led the implementation of four different nationally recognized teacher evaluation systems (TAP, McREL, Danielson, and Stronge) and two different nationally recognized principal evaluation systems (McREL and Stronge). In addition, the ESC 18TxCEE team has become experts in assisting districts with development and implementation of human capital management systems (HCMS), which include educator evaluation systems based in significant part on student growth measures. TxCEE has assisted numerous districts over the past decade with implementation of performance-based compensation systems, professional development systems based on PLCs, and student growth measuresincluding the SAS EVAAS model for value-added as well as student learning objectives (SLOs). The TxCEE team is comprised of talented educators with diverse backgrounds and experience.

For more than 100 years, Texas Chiropractic College has been a respected player in America’s landscape of health care education. Our highly ranked programs, together with world-class faculty, unparalleled opportunities for hands-on training, and uncommonly close campus family have earned our chiropractic school a reputation as one of the nation’s finest producers of skilled, thoughtful, ethical Doctors of Chiropractic.

TCU's Mission: To educate individuals to think and act as ethical leaders and responsible citizens in the global community. This is a place where students learn how to adapt to whatever the future might bring, develop critical thinking skills and expand their creativity. With a choice of rigorous academic programs in 131 undergraduate areas of study, 49 master's level programs and 20 areas of doctoral study, Horned Frogs have opportunities to search for meaning and examine values, yet graduate well-prepared for professional accomplishment.

At TCU's Neeley School, it's not business as usual. We deliver an experience that is: > Personal. You are more than a name and a grade at Neeley. We help you reach your potential, stick to your ethics, support your team and lead others. > Connected. You’ll meet important and influential people and businesses that champion TCU business students, from Wall Street to China, L.A. to Houston. > Real. You’ll get real experience working on projects for clients, creating winning business plans, marketing products, managing portfolios and much more.

As an independent, locally grown bank, we know what it takes to build a successful business. We’re here to make entrepreneurship easier. Texas Citizens Bank helps business owners secure needed capital and savings, improve production with equipment and inventory, and close big deals on short notice. Backed by strong capital and a portfolio of practical financial services, we have the resources you need to grow—from flexible loan terms to high-yield deposits. Known for our impressive time to transaction, we’re the bank you call when you want a deal done right—from this venture to the next. Our dedicated relationship managers ensure each customer understands their options and help customize financing to fit. Each works with customers to carry out ambitious endeavors—offering direct access and direct answers, 24/7. All decisions are made locally and with full transparency. If you’re invested in your business, so are we. Business Banking Services: Loans | Line of Credit | Factoring | Checking | Savings | Treasury Management | Business Services Personal Banking Services: Loans | Checking | Savings | Online Services Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender | SBA Lender

Led by President Dwight J. Fennell, PhD, Texas College serves as the oldest institution of higher education in the city of Tyler, providing educational opportunities to all since 1894. As an ethnically diverse liberal arts institution, students gain the theoretical and foundational preparations designed to propel them into a major that will equip them for graduate and/or professional schools, as well as the world of work. Mission Statement: Texas College is a Historically Black College founded in 1894, by a group of CME ministers. Our mission continues to embody the principles of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. The College shall prepare students with competencies in critical and creative thinking related to the knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in areas of study. Additionally, the College shall provide an environment to inspire intellectual, spiritual, ethical, moral, and social development, which empowers graduates to engage in life-long learning, leadership, and service. To address the mission, the College incorporates the Core Values listed below: - Academic Excellence - Integrity - Perseverance - Social Responsibility - Tolerance - Community Service Vision Statement: Texas College - a creative, culturally diverse, inclusive environment, preparing students who aspire to be purpose-driven, financially secure and marketable leaders.

Texas Community Supervision Alternatives (TCSA), LLC, is a privately owned, community- based, supervision and monitoring alternative for Court Systems. Our vision is to create a partnership with the courts and with our clients based upon mutual respect and professionalism. We strive for excellence and offer the highest level of service to the community. TCSA tailors our supervision services to accommodate the needs of Judicial Systems and to assist defendants with successfully complying with Court agreements at no cost to the local court, taxpayer or government. TCSA provides a complete diversionary and sentencing disposition process for Judicial Systems. TCSA will consult with and assist agencies with the development of alternative sentencing options as well as provide complete supportive services to include: evidence based initial risk and substance abuse screenings assessment; drug and alcohol testing; effective and efficient supervision; Innovative software that provides 24-7 access for Courts to view compliance with conditions of supervision; in-house and on-line evidence based psycho-educational programs; and, tailored services for special conditions and needs as identified. Professional Consultation with Court Systems during all phases of program development. Customized to support existing Court Systems in being efficient and effective. Experienced Monitoring Agents and Management. Established level of accountability and communication with Court Systems. Evidence based assessments and practices during all phases of monitoring programs. Monitoring which is professional, respectful, and encouraging to all persons receiving services. Assist Courts in maintaining public safety by facilitating client accountability and providing opportunities for change. Innovative software that provides 24-7 access for Courts to view compliance with conditions of supervision