EPF Aligned Practices
This collection of EPF Aligned Resources, sourced from the authentic practices of Texas EPPs, help programs implement the Effective Preparation Framework (EPF) by offering examples, tools, and guidance that support high-quality, evidence-based preparation. By leveraging these resources, programs can strengthen their continuous improvement efforts and help EPPs prepare future teachers to improve student outcomes across Texas.
Lever 1
Leadership and Planning Aligned Practices
These practices help EPPs strengthen leadership and strategic planning aligned to the EPF. They offer practical tools to design, implement, and improve program systems that reflect a clear vision, mission, and strategic plan—supporting data-driven decisions, cohesive leadership, and continuous improvement in educator preparation.
Data Driven Collaboration in the Residency Model
Tarleton State’s residency model aligns coursework and field experiences through shared data, action-driven governance, and continuous improvement.
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Monthly Strategic Meetings
Monthly strategic meeting with EPP leadership, field supervisors, coordinators, and instructors.
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Leveraging Statewide Dashboards in Monthly Meetings
Overview, program perspective, and sample agenda for a monthly meeting leveraging state Insight to Impact (I2I) dashboards to make strategic shifts to increase candidate success.
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Lever 2
Talent Recruitment and Management Aligned Practices
These practices help EPPs recruit, select, support, and retain teacher candidates in alignment with the EPF. They provide practical tools to build strong recruitment pipelines, apply equitable selection practices, and offer targeted supports—strengthening candidate quality, improving retention, and preparing effective teachers for Texas classrooms.
Paraprofessional to Teacher Pipeline
An accelerated pathway that helps paraprofessionals become certified teachers through coordinated support and degree completion.
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Community College Transfer Pipelines
A structured transfer pathway that supports future teachers as they move from a community college associate’s degree into a partnering educator preparation program.
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Performance Gates for Candidate Proficiency
Implementation of required performance gates for teacher residents, along with interventions to support candidates to achieve proficiency.
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P-12 Partnership Aligned Practices
These practices help EPPs build and sustain strong partnerships with LEAs in alignment with the EPF. They offer guidance on shared vision, mutual accountability, and effective governance—supporting collaboration that prepares beginning teachers to meet the needs of partner schools and improve student learning.
Program LEA Partnership Structures and Collaborative Governance
This resource describes a needs-driven partnership model between an educator preparation program and local education agencies that emphasizes shared data, formalized agreements, and collaborative governance. Through sustained partnership structures and continuous feedback loops, the model supports shared ownership of teacher candidate development over time.
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Lever 5
Instruction and Support Aligned Practices
These practices help EPPs design and implement standards-aligned, practice-based curriculum in alignment with the EPF. They provide tools and exemplars to build candidates’ knowledge and skills, ensuring coursework and clinical experiences are cohesive, rigorous, and connected to real classroom practice—preparing candidates to succeed from day one in Texas classrooms.
Formative Coaching Routines
Description of formative coaching practices instituted at Region 1 ESC's program, designed to support accelerated growth towards candidate proficiency.
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Collaborative Strategic Staffing Models
Collaboratively established strategic staffing models and parameters for a yearlong residency.
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We extend our sincere gratitude to the EPPs that generously shared their expertise and resources to enrich the EPF Resource Library. By collaborating and sharing quality practices, these EPPs have helped create a dynamic, supportive space that benefits the entire field and students across the state of Texas. Thank you for your dedication to innovation and continuous improvement.
Contributing EPPS
Angelo State University
ESC Region 1
ESC Region 19
Tarleton State University
Teach Us Texas
Texas State University
Texas Wesleyan University
West Texas A&M University
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