ATC Texas School Law and Professional Ethics 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of the T-TESS appraisal system in Texas?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate teacher effectiveness and support professional growth through an aligned rubric

Answer

To rank teachers for merit-based pay only

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To determine which ATC candidates pass the program

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To document teacher disciplinary history

Question 2

Under the Texas Educator Code of Ethics, which of the following is a violation related to professional integrity?

Accepted Answer

Misrepresenting one's credentials on a job application

Answer

Planning lessons aligned to TEKS

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Reporting suspected abuse immediately

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Attending required professional development

Question 3

What does due process require when a Texas school district proposes to terminate a probationary teacher's contract?

Accepted Answer

Written notice of the proposed termination and an opportunity for a hearing

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Immediate termination without any formal process for probationary staff

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Only a verbal notification from the principal

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A jury trial before removal

Question 4

What is the 'Duty to Report' requirement under TEC §21.006 for Texas educators?

Accepted Answer

Educators must report to SBEC when they know another educator has engaged in misconduct involving a student

Answer

Educators must report all parent complaints to the TEA

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Teachers must report curriculum concerns to the SBOE annually

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ATC candidates must report program quality issues to their provider

Question 5

Which principle of the Texas Educator Code of Ethics requires teachers to maintain appropriate boundaries with students online and through social media?

Accepted Answer

Professional Relationships with Students — avoiding inappropriate personal communications

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Academic Freedom in Digital Spaces

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Parent Communication Transparency Clause

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Student Data Privacy Principle

Question 6

What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP), and what legal framework requires it in Texas?

Accepted Answer

A written plan for a student with a disability outlining services and goals, required by IDEA

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A voluntary enrichment plan for gifted students under the TEC

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An attendance improvement contract under TEC §25.085

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A teacher's professional development plan required by T-TESS