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Student Related Questions   • Where can I view my child's grades online?Answer:
To view your child's grades online, make sure you have registered for a username
and password to log in to the e-HAC system. Once you have received that
information, visit the e-HAC page.  • How can I transfer my child from one
school to another?Answer: Transfers are allowed in SISD. Please view our Student
Transfers page to review the transfer process and details.  • How do I register
my child for school?Answer: To view the complete registration process, please
visit our Registration page.  • Can I eat lunch with my child in the school
cafeteria?Answer: Each campus creates and maintains its own policy on parents
eating lunch with their children. If you want to eat lunch with your child,
please contact the main office at your child's campus to find out if their
policy allows you to do so. To find the number to your child's campus, visit our
Directory.  • How much do the meals cost at school?Answer: The following table
contains all 2009-2010 meal prices for meals served here at SISD:Breakfast: 
Lunch: Reduced30¢ Reduced40¢Elementary$1.00 Elementary$1.65Secondary$1.15
Secondary$2.00   Premium Combo $2.25  • Can my child’s medicine be given at
school?Answer: Students are not allowed to carry medications or to
self-administer their medications on the campus except under certain
circumstances (Asthma inhalers, EpiPens); consult with the school nurse for more
information. If your child is required to take prescribed medication during
school hours, you and the medical practitioner must sign a completed permission
form that is available at the school nurse’s office. Consult with the school
nurse about the “Practitioner’s Written Order/Parent Consent” form that requires
a practitioner’s signature if there is not a signed written practitioner’s order
for the medication. Medications from Mexico cannot be administered. Only
medication, in its original container and properly labeled and prescribed by a
practitioner licensed to practice in the state of Texas, will be administered.
The school nurse shall return unused medication only to the parent/legal
guardian.  • My child missed the bus. What do I do now?Answer: If your child
missed the bus, you should immediately contact the main transportation office at
937.0600 to inform them. Depending on the timing and location of your child's
bus, your child will be picked up either right away or after their bus has run
its entire route. To make sure that this does not happen to you though, we
recommend being at your respective bus stop at least 5 minutes prior to your
pick up time.  • What is the student cell phone and pager policy?Answer: To view
the complete policy on cell phones and pagers, please visit our Student Conduct:
Telecommunications Devices policy.  • My sister watches my child while I am at
work. Can I give her permission to take my child out of school early?Answer:
During your child's registration process, an emergency contact form is presented
for you to fill out. There is a place on this form to list alternate people who
are able to pick up your child from school. Anyone of these people can pick up
your child as long as they present a valid picture ID of themselves. To allow
someone who is not on this list to pick your child up, you MUST make prior
arrangements with the schools front office before the pick up time.  • What are
the qualifications to become a teacher?Answer: To qualify for a teacher position
you must either:Be Texas certified in the field you are applying for or; You
must present a letter from an alternative certification program and If you are
applying for a generalist position in grades PK - 8, you must pass the content
exam respective to the grade group you are applying for. If you are applying for
a secondary position, you must have 24 college semester hours in the subject
area you are applying for with 12 of those hours being upper division courses if
you have not taken the TExES exam for the subject area.   • How does one become
a substitute teacher?Answer: To become a substitute teacher with SISD, you must
have completed 45 college semester hours. If you meet this qualification, visit
our Jobs@SISD site to apply.  • Where can I get a list of the school holidays,
vacations, etc.?Answer: The holiday and vacation schedule is decided before the
beginning of each school year.  The complete catalog of SISD calendars are
posted on our 'SISD Calendars' page.  • How can I schedule a parent/teacher
conference?Answer: To schedule a parent/teacher conference, contact the front
office of your child's campus. You will then be directed to the person who will
set up a conference with your child's teacher. Please visit our directory page
to find the phone number to your child's school.  • When are report cards
issued?Answer: The report card schedule for the 07-08 school year is as
follows:YRE CalendarProgress ReportsEnd of 9 WeeksReport Card1st 9 weeksAug
13/Sept 4September 21October 152nd 9 weeksOct 29/Nov 26December 18January 93rd 9
weeksJan 28/Feb 25March 14April 74th 9 weeksApril 18/May 9May 21May 30  • What
is the school dress code?Answer: To get a detailed list of SISD's dress code,
please visit our Dress Code page.  • How do I get school transcripts?Answer: The
campus which you graduated from retains the transcripts of all of the students
who have graduated from the school 5 years prior to the current date and after.
You can request a transcript from the campus if the year you graduated falls
within this time period. If it has been more than 5 years since you have
graduated, visit the District Service Center and fill out a request for
information form and submit it to the Human Resources Dept.  • Does each school
maintain their own website?Answer: Yes, all SISD schools maintain their own
website.  You can visit the sites by accessing their direct links through our
'Schools' page.  Once on the page, choose one of the directories and follow the
links the official school website. [ Back To Top ] Athletic Department Questions
 •What is the capacity of the Student Activities Complex (SAC) stadium?Answer:
The stadium seats 11,000 spectators.   •Is the track at the SAC open to the
public?Answer: Yes, it is open between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday
through Friday.   •Can I bring my dog to the SAC track?Answer: No, pets are not
allowed in the stadium.   •Can I ride my bike on the SAC track?Answer: No, bikes
are not allowed on the track.   •Are spectators allowed to bring umbrellas into
the SAC for athletic and fine art events?Answer: Umbrellas are not allowed for
football games, band competitions, and graduations. They may be allowed for use
during track meets and soccer games if they do not block the view of other
spectators.   •Are ice chests or outside fool allowed to be brought into the SAC
stadium for athletic events or other functions?Answer: Ice chests and outside
food are not allowed to be brought into the stadium during football games and
band competitions.   •What time do gates open for Varsity Football games?Answer:
Gates open at 5:30 pm.   •What are the prices for Varsity Football
tickets?Answer: Varsity Football tickets are sold at the high school involved
the week of the game through lunch time on the day of the game. Pre-game tickets
are: $4.00 for Adults and $2.00 for Students. Tickets can be purchased at the
gate the day of the game for: $5.00 for Adults and $3.00 for Students.   •Are
tickets sold in the SAC Athletic Office?Answer: No, tickets are not sold in the
office. They have to be purchased either at the school involved or at the gate. 
•What items ar not allowed on track or field surfaces?Answer: Spiked heels,
bubble gum, sunflower seeds, shelled nuts, chewing tobacco and silly string are
not permitted on track or field.   •What is the address to the Student
Activities Complex (SAC)?Answer: 1300 Joe Battle Blvd., El Paso, Texas 79936 
•Where is the Student Activities Complex (SAC) located?Answer: The stadium is
located right off Joe Battle Blvd., between Rojas and Pelicano.  •Are spectators
allowed on the field after the game?Answer: No, spectators are not allowed on
the field for safety reasons.  •Where are the SAC offices located?Answer: The
SAC offices are located on the north side of the stadium under the flag poles. 
•What departments are located at the Student Activities Complex (SAC)?Answer:
The Athletic Department, Fine Arts Department, Bilingual Department, Police
Services, Security Department, Attendance Officers, and the Aquatic Center are
located at the SAC.  •What times are these offices open?Answer: These offices
are open from 8:00am through 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.  •What activities
are offered at the Aquatic Center and what are the prices?Answer: Please contact
the Aquatic Center at (915) 937.0544 for seasonal operational hours and fees. 
•Who do I contact if I’m interested in renting the SAC Stadium or Aquatic
Center?Answer: If you are interested in renting the stadium, you contact Paula
Gonzalez, SISD Athletic Director, at (915) 937.0506. If you are interested in
renting the Aquatic Center you contact Jaime Escalera, Aquatics Technician at
(915) 937.0546.   [ Back To Top ] Community Adult Education Questions   •Where
do you have classes for ESL? For GED? Answer: We offer classes at various sites
in the District. Please see “schedule of classes and sites” located on our
website.   •Where and what do I need to register? Answer: For daytime classes
and Family Literacy, you should register at the Community Education Office at
313 S. Rio Vista. For our evening classes, you should register at the site you
would be attending. See “registration dates and sites” located on our website.
You will need some type of identification, preferably a driver’s license or a
picture ID and if you have a social security number, your card. If possible,
please bring a copy of your ID and social security card.   •How much does it
cost? Are there any fees? Is it free? Answer: All of our classes and services
are free.   •What type of classes do you offer? Answer: English as a Second
Language(ESL), Beginning, Intermediate, and Advance levels and English and
Spanish GED classes. Computer classes are available to the community Monday
through Friday from 12:45 pm to 2:45 pm. Morning classes are reserved for
students enrolled in our ESL classes.   [ Back To Top ]  e-HAC Questions  • What
is the Home Access Center (e-HAC)?Answer: e-HAC is a web-based Student System
that allows parents, guardians, and students to view information: Registration 
Attendance  Scheduling  Report Card  Homework  • What is required?Answer: In
order to access e-HAC, the following items are required:A computer connected to
the Internet PC Browser requirements - Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher MAC
Browser requirements - Internet Explorer 4.5 or higher  • Is this a safe system
for me to use? What if I want to change my password?Answer: Socorro Independent
School District uses Security Socket Layer (SSL Certificate) to encrypt data
transmitted to and from your computer.  Parents, guardians, and students will
have the responsibility to ensure that their user name and password are kept
secure at all times. The ability to change a password anytime is available
through e-HAC.  • How do I get started?Answer: Start your Internet Explorer.On
the address bar, type www.sisd.netClick the e-HAC button located on the right
side of the page & Select the school your child belongs toAt the Home
Access-Login page, click on the “Click Here To Register for Home Access
Password”At the Home Access-Parent Registration page, enter the following
information.Student First Name Student Last Name Student Birth Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
At the Home Access Registration page, select the individual requesting a
password from the drop down menu. ONLY the individuals listed under the guardian
screens in the Pentamation Student System will be allowed to request a password.
Click on “Finish” once you are done.A Confirmation page will display your
child’s Student ID and a message to go to the campus.Go to your child’s campus
within 7 days to receive your username and password to access the Home Access
Center. Please be prepared to show identification, and sign an e-HAC agreement. 
• How do I view my child's information?Answer:At the Home Access-Login page
Enter Student ID and enter Password, or Enter Student Information and enter
Password  Click on Login  Click YES to accept the security certificate  By
selecting a tab, the parent, guardian, or student will be able to view the
following information:  Registration  Report Card  Attendance  Schedule  Class
Work You have additional navigational tools at the top right side of the screen:
 Help  Change Password  Log Out  [ Back To Top ] Employee Benefits Questions 
•What type of benefits do you offer new employees?Answer: SISD provides you a
rich and competitive benefits package that is among the very best in the region.
SISD provides a choice of three different medical plan options to meet the
varied needs of our employees and their families along with Group Life insurance
that is at no cost to eligible employees. You may select Medical coverage for
your dependents, and other voluntary options that best meet your needs such as
Dental, Vision, Disability and Supplemental Life insurance. SISD also provides
the opportunity to participate in the 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity Plan and a 457
Deferred Compensation Plan. In addition there are many programs and privileges
that you can participate in such as EP Fitness membership discount, and other
free Health/Wellness programs. What is the total cost of the Benefits package
SISD provides? •Answer: Our Benefits package is a total compensation cost of
approximately $6000 per employee.  •Who can I contact if I have questions
regarding benefits?Answer: The Employee Benefits Office is here to help you with
any benefit question or concern. Please contact (915) 937.0000 and ask for the
Employee Benefits Dept. for more information. [ Back To Top ]  Instructional
Technology Questions   •What subject area resources are available for parents to
help their children? Answer: The internet is replete with resources for every
topic imaginable. The Instructional Technology website  gathers many of these
resources for use in the following locations   •How safe is it for my child to
be on the internet? Answer: Socorro ISD takes every precaution possible in
safeguarding our students while using district equipment to access online
content. However, it is also the responsibility of parents and their children to
become familiar with and follow the guidelines set forth in the Acceptable Use
Policy.    •Are there computer classes available for parents/community members?
Answer: There are several classes that are provided by the Community Education
Services department as well as by the SOCRATES and Dream Machine. Additionally,
each campus instructional technologist may provide classes for the community
members. Information on the classes they provide will be distributed through the
schools.   •Are students recognized for their technology skills? Answer: The
Excellence in Technology Awards is a district-level competition in which the
outstanding technology-based work done by the district’s students is showcased.
The work must be sponsored and submitted by a teacher with whom the student is
enrolled. Campus instructional technologists can provide additional information.
  [ Back To Top ]  Job Application Questions  • Is my information
confidential?Answer: SISD is a public entity. Your application is considered a
public document and is subject to disclosure, upon request, whether you apply
with a paper document or through the on-line process. Applications for teaching
positions are available to principals to review as vacancies occur. You may be
asked to provide your social security number as part of the employment process
with the Socorro Independent School District. In accordance with the Privacy Act
of 1974, 5 USC 552(a), disclosure of your social security number is optional
except for purposes of receiving wages; however, failure to provide it may
result in processing delays if we have multiple applicants with the same or
similar names.Should you elect to disclose your social security number for
reasons other than receiving wages and withholding taxes, Socorro ISD would
utilize your social security number for the following reasons: (1) Submission
for the purposes of performing mandatory criminal background checks; (2)
submission to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification for purposes of
determining your professional status or other licensure status. Should the
Socorro ISD require your social security number for any other purpose not listed
above, we will obtain your consent before utilizing your social security number.
 • If my certification area is not listed or if my college major is not listed,
what should I do?Answer: If you do not find the right information to select for
your certification or school major, leave the field blank and fill in the
information as it appears on your certificate and / or transcript in the
appropriate box.  • Do I have to provide past experience?Answer: If you have
prior experience, you should list it. This helps us get to know you.  • If I am
an experienced teacher, do I have to list my student teaching experience?Answer:
If you have taught for one (1) full year, you do not have to enter your student
teaching experience.  • If I have applied to SISD before do I need to submit a
new application?Answer: All professional applications remain active for one (1)
full year. You may keep your file active by updating your information. Go to the
online application and select the ‘already applied’ link. Enter your user ID and
password. If you have forgotten your password, click on your password hint and
follow the directions on the page. If you continue to have difficulty, call the
Human Resources Office (915) 937.0000.  • I have an application on file. May I
submit a letter of interest and resume for the posted position?Answer: Yes, you
may submit as many letters of interest with a resume as you wish for posted
positions. However, only one application is required.  • What documents do I
hand-carry to the Human Resources Department?Answer:1. Documentation of
Education (as required by the position)    a. Official College and/or University
transcripts that show all degrees earned. 2. State Driver License 3. Social
Security Card 4. Professional Licensure/ Certificates 5. Police Department
Background Check/County Sheriff’s Background Check forms (If you are an
out-of-state applicant, use these)  • Once my on-line application is complete,
what is next?Answer:1. Hand-carry any pending documents required to complete
application2. Check website www.sisd.net for current vacancies3. Contact
campuses administrators who have the vacancy you are interested in and certified
to teach.4. Campus administrators will make contact in order to schedule you for
an interview   • What is the pay for teachers in the school district? Answer:
SISD pays its teachers based on the amount of experience they have in years.
View teacher pay scale.  • What is the pay for counselors in the school
district? Answer: SISD pays its counselors based on the amount of experience
they have in years. View counselor pay scale. [ Back To Top ]  Mission Early
College High School Questions    •What are Early College High Schools? Answer:
Early College High Schools are small high schools from which students may leave
with a two-year Associate of Arts degree, or with sufficient college credits to
enter a four-year, liberal arts program as a junior.   •Where will the school be
located? Answer: Mission Early College High School is located on the El Paso
Community College Mission del Paso campus at 10700 Gateway East. For more
information, please visit the Mission Early College Website.   •What types of
students will Early College High Schools serve?  Answer: Aside from incoming
high school 9th grade students who have a sincere interest in academics, a
willingness to work hard and reside in the Socorro District, Mission Early
College High School will center on students for whom a smooth transition into
post-secondary education is challenging. Mission Early College High School is
designed to substantially increase the number of low-income students, minority
students, English Language learners and first-generation, college-bound students
who will pursue advanced studies.    •Does my child have to be in the
Academically/Intellectually Gifted Program to participate? Answer: No. Students
and parents need only demonstrate a commitment to fully participate in an
academically rigorous program.   •What type of associate’s degree will be
available to students attending MECHS? Answer: Mission Early College High School
is designed to assist students in pursuing advanced studies and careers in
Education, Criminal Justice or General Studies. The curriculum is designed to
enable students to graduate with an associate of arts (A.A.) degree or transfer,
with up to two years of college credit, to colleges and universities throughout
Texas.    •What are some of the benefits of being part of Mission Early College
High School? Answer: Maximize the instructional quality of the years of high
school and facilitate the transition of motivated students to higher education.
Demonstrate new ways of integrating levels of schooling to better serve the
intellectual and developmental needs of young people. The school’s small size
(approximately 100 students per year) will provide the opportunity for
individualized attention. It enables highly motivated students to move in four
years from ninth grade through the first two years of college, earning the
associate of arts (A.A.) degree as well as a high school diploma. Provide rigor,
depth and intensity of college-level work in high school. Inspire average,
underachieving and well-prepared high school students to work hard and stretch
themselves intellectually. Save money and time by integrating high school and
college-level work.   •Will there be athletic teams, music programs or clubs at
Mission Early College High School?  Answer: Since the focus of Mission High
School is primarily academics, we will not have athletic teams or fine arts
programs. However, we will have student clubs and organizations which will
center on student curricular interests, academic advancement and social growth. 
  [ Back To Top ] Police Services Questions   •Are Socorro ISD police officers
real police officers?Answer: Yes, Socorro ISD police officers are real police
officers. They've attended training just like any law enforcement officer and
are certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and
Education.   •What is the jurisdiction of Socorro ISD police officers?Answer:
The jurisdiction of the Socorro ISD police officers is all the territory within
the geographical boundaries of the District and all property, real and personal,
outside the geographical boundaries of the District that is owned, leased, or
rented by or otherwise under the district's control.  •Can Socorro ISD police
make arrests and write tickets?Answer: Socorro ISD police officers may arrest
offenders of the law and issue citations on and off campus within their
jurisdiction and scope of authority.   •What court do I go to if I get a
ticket?Answer: Tickets issued by Socorro ISD Police Officers are adjudicated in
Justice of the Peace Courts in El Paso County within their designated areas of
jurisdiction.   •What happens if I don’t pay my ticket?Answer: If you do not
appear in court or pay your fine, the court may issue a warrant for your arrest.
Any police officer may arrest you once the warrant is issued.  [ Back To Top ]
Research and Evaluation Department Questions   •How do I get my child’s TAKS
results?Answer: Your child’s campus will have the TAKS results and you can
request a copy from them.  •What are the rules regarding 3rd, 5th, and 8th grade
testing (Student Success Initiative SSI)?Answer: There are three opportunities
for students to pass the TAKS tests in order to be promoted to the next grade.
In third grade, students must pass reading in order to be promoted to 4th grade.
In 5th and 8th grade, students must pass both math and reading in order to be
promoted to the next grade.  •What happens if my child doesn’t pass the
Exit-Level TAKS test?Answer: Students must pass English Language Arts,
Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies in order to participate in graduation
ceremonies. There are five opportunities to test before graduation in May. If a
student does not meet the testing requirement, s/he may continue to test as an
out-of-school student until the requirement is met. Once the credit and testing
requirement is met a diploma will be awarded.  •How can my student ‘skip’ a
grade Credit by Exam (CBE)?Answer: The Credit by Exam is given three times a
year. For students wanting to advance a level or to earn credit for a course not
previously taken, they must earn at least a 90 in all sections. For students
wanting to reclaim a credit lost for grades or attendance purposes, a student
must earn at least a 70. For elementary students, it is recommended that
students be tested in the summer so that no instruction is missed if a grade is
skipped. The dates for registration deadlines as well as test dates will be
posted as soon as they are set. [ Back To Top ] Special Education Questions 
•What do I do if I have concerns about the academic progress of my child?Answer:
It is recommended that you contact your child’s teacher or campus administrator
to see about scheduling a Teacher Support Team meeting to discuss you child’s
needs. If you need further information or your child s not enrolled in our
schools at this time, it is recommended that you contact the Special Education
Department at (915) 937.1800.  •Where do I go if I am moving into Socorro
Independent School District and my child is currently receiving services or
accommodations in Special Education, Section 504 or Dyslexia?Answer: When you
know that you will be residing in the Socorro Independent School District, it is
recommended you contact the Special Education Department at (915) 937.1800. We
can help you get in touch with the appropriate Educational Diagnostician or
other specific staff member to address your child’s specific needs.  •What
services do you offer in Special Education?Answer: The Socorro Independent
School District offers instructional and related services to support students
with disabilities and Dyslexia. If you have any questions about your child’s
services, it is recommended that you contact your local school or the Special
Education Department at (915) 937.1800.  •Are my child’s records
confidential?Answer: All records maintained on students within the Special
Education Department are confidential and kept under lock and key. Only those
individuals with an instructional need to see the record are authorized to do
so.  •If I have questions about my child’s services, whom should I
contact?Answer: It is recommended that you contact your child’s teacher or
administrator to discuss specific classroom concerns. If you have other
questions about services your child is receiving, you may want to contact your
school’s Educational Diagnostician.  •If I have a complaint about my child’s
services, whom should I contact?Answer: If your complaint cannot be resolved by
your child’s teacher, campus administrator, or Educational Diagnostician, it is
recommended you contact the Special Education Department and ask to speak to
either Associate Director or Director of Special Education. The can be reached
at (915) 937.1800. If your complaint is not resolved at that level, you can
contact the Special Education Director at Region 19 Education Service Center or
formalize your concern through the Texas Education Agency. It is always the
intent of the Socorro Independent School District Special Education Department
to work cooperatively and collaboratively with parents to provide appropriate
and supportive services to children. [ Back To Top ] TIPS Program Questions 
•What does TIPS stand for?Answer: TIPS stands for Teacher Induction Program for
Socorro ISD.  •What do TIPS facilitators do?Answer: TIPS facilitators work in
tandem with district administrators, campus administrators and staff to support
new teachers in their first years of teaching.  They observe new teachers
teaching, scribe what they observe, and engage them in reflective conversations
that allow them to express what's working and what their challenges are.  TIPS
facilitators provide constructive feedback and suggestions.  Collaboratively the
facilitator and new teacher set goals and timelines for next steps. 
Facilitators provide scheduled on-going trainings as well as requested trainings
throughout the school year.  •How often does a TIPS facilitator meet with new
teachers?Answer: Collectively with the campus administrator and/or designated
point of contact, the TIPS facilitator and campus contact prioritize teachers
based on specific needs.  TIPS facilitators may spend time every week in some
classrooms and may stop by once a month in others.  •Are TIPS facilitators
evaluators?Answer: All facilitators are PDAS trained, however their role is NOT
that of an evaluator.  They are a guide, coach, mentor, friend, and advocate for
new teachers.  •How can I reach my TIPS facilitator when I feel I have an
emergency?Answer: TIPS facilitators will give you their personal contact
information.  If they do not return your call right away, you can always call
Lupe Lopez, TIPS secretary, at 937-0316 for immediate assistance.  •Why do new
teachers need a mentoring program?Answer: Districts are required by federal law
to provide mentoring services to help retain teachers.  TIPS helps meet the
needs for all new teachers whether they received their certification through a
traditional university route or an alternative certification program.  Research
demonstrates that new teachers have more successful classrooms if they have some
type of mentor or mentoring program available to utilize.  •My child has a new
teacher who does not have control of the classroom.  As a parent what can I
expect from TIPS?Answer: TIPS facilitators offer a great deal of support in the
area of classroom management.  We offer one-on one support.  TIPS provides book
studies, trainings, and master teacher observations.  •What kind of feedback
will TIPS facilitators provide new teachers?Answer: Facilitators will offer
feedback based on classroom observations.  Feedback is also based on new
teachers' shared questions, concerns or issues. This feedback will be provided
through various forms, verbal, written, or email.  •What kind of training do you
provide that is specifically for new teachers?Answer: Each year TIPS provides
new teachers to our district three full days of orientation trainings.  This
training is developed to support new teachers in their first days of school. 
Teachers are encouraged to use the techniques demonstrated as a springboard for
their success.  Throughout the year the TIPS program offers classroom management
trainings, conversation forums, one-on-one teacher trainings, campus trainings,
and district-wide trainings all based on individual needs.  Trainings are
developed on research-based practices, resources, and strategies.  Some of our
favorite include: Robert Marzano, Alfie Kong, Dona Styles, Richard Dufour, The
New Teacher Center, TXBESS, Stephen Covey, Carol Ann Tomlinson, and more. 
Trainings on lesson planning, discipline, professionalism, communication with
parents, motivating students, classroom management, reflection, etc. have been
developed and facilitated throughout our district.  •Can any district
employee/teacher attend TIPS trainings and meetings?Answer: Yes, all teachers
and administrators are welcome and encouraged to attend.  •Do you only work with
new teachers?Answer: Our priority is working with first year teachers, however,
TIPS facilitators work with second year teachers on up depending on the needs of
the teacher.  •What is the framework and research TIPS is based on?Answer: The
TIPS program is based on the framework of the New Teacher Center.  Currently
there are four fully-released facilitators/mentors, six part-time
facilitators/mentors, one program coordinator and one administrative assistant
to support the program.  •How long will a new teacher have TIPS support?Answer:
The TIPS program focuses support on teachers who are in their first year through
the second year of teaching.  However, a TIPS facilitator is available to
support teachers as long as necessary.  •What is the ratio of new teacher to
TIPS facilitators?Answer: Based on past data, the ratio is anticipated to be 1
mentor per 15 new teachers.  [ Back To Top ] 
 
12440 Rojas Drive, El Paso,
TX 79928 - (915) 937.0000Socorro Independent School District does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or
age in its programs, activities or employment.		

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