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The premier guide to acing the exam—completely revised!
When the toughest test in Texas gets updated, it's a big deal. Luckily, this best-selling preparation guide—the secret weapon Texas educators use to take their careers to the next level—has been updated right along with it. Now in its third edition, it's the resource you need to be at your best for the test.
In her trademark friendly style, Elaine Wilmore gives you the information you need and helps you make the transition from thinking like a teacher to reflecting, reacting, and responding like a learner-centered principal. As you explore each element of the exam's new structure—eleven competencies within six domains—you'll also find:
An overview of the updated TExES philosophy
In-depth analysis of the new domains and competencies
Real-life stories and applications to ground each concept in reality
Test-taking strategies, online and offline, to suit any style
Tips for time management and stress relief before, during, and after the exam
You already know you're principal material—you just need to prove it to Texas. With this hand-on preparation guide, you'll be ready to ace the exam, get certified, and change the world—one school at a time.
Contents
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Author
SECTION I CONTENT: THE KNOWLEDGE BASE
1. Welcome!
Basic Concepts
Leadership: A Skill or an Art?
Getting Started
2. Updates to Test Structure: 068 to 268
3. Principal Assessment of School Leadership (PASL)
What's It All About, Alphie?
SECTION II PHILOSOPHY: THE THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
4. Standing on the Promises
Global Overview of TExES Domains
Key Concepts
Priority Descriptors
The Ideal Principal
Pretend
The Six Domains
5. Learner-Centered Leadership and Campus Culture
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements for 001
Important Points to Remember
6. Learner-Centered Leadership With Stakeholders
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
7. Learner-Centered Leadership in High-Quality Instruction
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
8. Learner-Centered Leadership in Promoting Teacher Effectiveness and Student Achievement
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
9. Learner-Centered Leadership Through Professional Development
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
10. Learner-Centered Leadership Promoting Teacher Excellence and Growth
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
11. Learner-Centered Leadership Through Communication Skills
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
12. Learner-Centered Leadership in Improving Student Outcomes
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
13. Learner-Centered Leadership in Goal Setting
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
14. Learner-Centered Administrative Leadership
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
15. Learner-Centered Ethical and Equitable Leadership
The Principal Knows How To . . .
Prioritized Statements
Important Points to Remember
SECTION III THE REAL DEAL: PRACTICAL APPLICATION
16. No Data Left Behind: How Do I Read All Those Reports?
Data Analysis Simplified
How to Read and Interpret Standardized Test Scores
How to Read and Interpret a "Texas Academic Performance Report" (TAPR)
Summary
17. Test-Taking Strategies: Now Listen to Me Here . . .
The Testing Session: General Overview
The Dot Game: A Psychological and Time
The Dog and Star Game: A Decision-Making Strategy
Key Words and Themes: "Sherrys" Revisited
The Ideal Principal
Summary
18. Creating a Personal Success Plan: Where There Is a Will, There Is a Way
Tips for Those Who Have Not Been Successful on the Exam . . . Yet
The "Elaine Wilmore 5-C Plan"
Tips for Out-of-State Future Texas Principals
Everyone—Texans and Non-Texans Alike
From Now Till the Week You Test
The Week You Test
What to Do, and Not Do, the Night Before the Test
What to Do, and Not Do, the Morning or Afternoon of the Test
Living Your Life After the Test
SECTION IV AFTER YOU PASS THE TEST: THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT!
19. That's What It's All About: Actually Becoming Certified
Knock the Top Out of It!
Addendum A: Commissioner's Rules Concerning Educator Standards Subchapter BB. Administrator Standards
Addendum B: Sample TARP Report
Addendum C: Texas Administrative Code, Code of Ethics
References
Suggested Additional Reading
Index
