T-STEM TEA Blueprint Products

"The TEA developed a roadmap of benchmarks, design elements, and products essential to the T-STEM model’s success. The T-STEM Blueprint outlines student success metrics, Outcomes-Based Measures, that are taken into consideration for designation." - texasccrsm.org

Benchmark 1 - School Design

Mentor/induction program plans

Professional Development Plan

T-STEM instructors participate in professional development with the college and school district throughout the school year. The dual credit courses are taught by Dallas College instructors.

STEAM 2021-22 Professional Development Dates & Topics
2020-2021 Professional Development Handbook, includes professional development session dates and topics
2020-2021 Professional Development Materials

Leadership Meetings

Benchmark 2 - Target Population

Admission Policy & Enrollment Application

Recruitment Materials

Communication Plan

Benchmark 3 - Strategic Alliances

Meeting Agendas

Industry Partner MOU

Articulation Agreement with IHE

Strategic Partners

Benchmark 4 - Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

4-year Crosswalks

Master Schedule

Curriculum Alignment Documents

College Readiness Testing Calendars

TSI Testing Dates
ACT and SAT Testing Dates
The T-STEM program of study is waived from TSI standards so the assessment strategy will vary per student. Staff will meet with students individually to identify TSI needs and determine if students are exempt from the TSI. Students who need to meet TSI standards will receive instructions and support to prepare for the exam using free resources. Duncanville High School is a TSI testing site and provides students with several testing opportunities each semester.

Course of Study Examples

Benchmark 5 - Work-Based Learning

Work-based Learning Documentation

Regional Workforce Reports

Aggregate Data on Work-based Learning Experiences & Industry Credentials

Although we did not become a designated T-STEM until the 2020-2021 school year, Duncanville High School students have been earning the Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Certificate from Dallas College's Mountain View Campus for several years. View our aggregate data here.
During the 2021-2022 school year, we have 6th, 7th, 9th and 10th graders participating in T-STEM. These students are not yet eligible to participate in higher-level work-based learning experiences.

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