📊 TIA Momentum Across Region 19

As we move into November, we are proud to highlight the continued TIA engagement across Region 19! 🌟According to the 2026 TIA School District Participation data, 84% of districts in Region 19 are participating in TIA—reflecting the continued commitment of our districts and charters to recognizing, supporting, and rewarding high-quality teaching.

Behind that 84% are dedicated educators, district leaders, TIA Leads, and teams who continue to build and strengthen systems that support teacher growth and professional excellence. 🤝As we move forward in the school year, we are excited to continue partnering with you, providing support, sharing resources, and celebrating the progress happening across our region.

Thank you, TIA Leads, for the work you do every day to move TIA forward in your districts and charters. Together, we are continuing to build momentum and expand the impact of TIA across Region 19! 🚀🌟

📢 TIA Data Submission

With the fall data submission window now behind us, we want to keep TIA Leads informed of the next important milestones as districts move through the review and designation process.

📌 Key Dates & Reminders

• 📣 After System Alignment Review: Districts will be notified if their files moves to TTU for Data Validation.
• 💰 December 11: Deadline to pay teacher designation fees in SCOMS.

💡 TIA Lead Reminder: As your district moves into the next phase of the TIA process, continue monitoring the TIA Portal for updates and notifications related to your submission and final file acceptance. ESC Region 19 is here to support you. If questions arise as you navigate the next steps, please reach out to the TIA Team. We are happy to partner with you and provide guidance along the way.

Thank you for your continued partnership! 🤝

Encore Session

"From Evaluation to Elevation: Teachers Growing Stronger TIA"

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Join Us for a, No Cost, Half-Day Professional Development session!

ESC Region 19 invites your teachers to participate in a half-day professional development session focused on the connection between the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) and the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS).

This session is designed to help educators understand how professional growth, instructional practices, evidence, and student outcomes connect to the TIA designation process. Participants will gain practical guidance on using T-TESS and other evidence to support their professional growth and better understand how their instructional impact contributes to TIA.

We encourage district and campus leaders to share this opportunity with teachers who are participating in or interested in the TIA process.

📍 Location: ESC Region 19 – Paso Del Norte 3

⏰ Format: Half-Day Professional Development

We look forward to supporting your teachers as they continue to grow professionally and navigate their TIA journey!

📅Region 19 TIA Monthly Meeting:

Connect, Learn & Grow

📚 Looking Ahead:

TIA Learning Opportunities

The upcoming sessions are designed to help district teams strengthen their TIA systems, make informed decisions, and prepare for key components of the TIA process.

🍂 November Learning Opportunities

📤 November 4 | 9:00–10:30 AM

Expanding Teacher Eligibility- Medium- to Large-Sized Districts

👥 Audience: All Districts

Learn strategies for expanding eligibility to include more teaching assignments within your local designation system. This session will highlight considerations and best practices for supporting an expanded teacher population.

🚀 November 18 | 9:00–10:30 AM

Promoting Professional Growth Through Teacher Observations Systems & Practices

👥 Audience: Application Accepted Districts & Fully Approved Districts

Districts will review strategies and best practices that promote professional growth in teacher observation systems.

⭐ Mark Your Calendars!

We encourage TIA Leads to share these opportunities with the appropriate members of your district teams and register for sessions that align with your district’s current TIA work.

🤝 We look forward to continuing to partner with you throughout the year and supporting your district as you strengthen, refine, and grow your TIA system!

🔎 Designated Teacher Public Search is Available!

The Designated Teacher Public Search is now available, providing a transparent way for stakeholders to identify TIA-designated teachers across Texas.

This resource offers districts, educators, families, and communities an opportunity to recognize designated teachers and celebrate the impact of effective teaching across Texas schools.

🌟 Why it matters: The public search can help highlight educator accomplishments, encourage professional growth, and promote greater awareness of the work happening through TIA.

🗺️ Updated TIA Funding Map is Available!

The updated TIA Funding Map is now available, providing districts and stakeholders with a helpful visual resource to explore TIA funding and participation across Texas.

📍 Explore the Map: Gain a clearer picture of TIA implementation across the state and see how districts are participating in and utilizing TIA.