Alternative Certification News
Region 17 ESC
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How to Apply for Your Standard Certificate
As the school year winds down and you complete your internship, you will need to take steps to apply and pay for your standard certificate. This is a very important step in completion of your requirements. Attach below is a pdf that will take you through the steps.
Attendance Logs Due as You Near Completion of the Year
As you and your field supervisor complete all the documents necessary to complete your internship, don't forget that very important document, your Attendance Log. Contact your field supervisor if you have misplaced yours, so you have time to complete it and sign it.
Scholarship Opportunity for Teachers - Apply Now
Grant and Scholarship Opportunities for Teachers in the South Plains Area Include:
The Community Foundation of West Texas:
https://www.cfwtx.org/mini-grants-for-teachers Next application deadline is June 15.
South Plains Electric Coop Operation Roundup
https://www.spec.coop/teacher-mini-grants-available Applications accepted in March - May; must be a member to apply
Teacher Education Assistance Grant for low income, high needs areas:
https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/federal-programs/fdteach.php
Please Share the News of any Awards or Honors You Receive
We'd love to help you celebrate any campus or district honors or awards you receive this year. Please share the good news or photos with me via email, and we'll cheer you on for the great work you've been doing.
TEA Alternative Cert Information
Region 4 INSPIRE Texas Alternative Certification Program
Adding a New Certificate
https://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Additional_Certifications/
Contact Information
Region 17 ESC Alternative Certification Updates
Email: acarthel@esc17.net
Website: https://www.esc17.net/page/ci.teachercert
Phone: 806-281-5869 806-983-6889
Twitter: @acarthel