TEXES 268 Study Guide 2026
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📋 TEXES 268 Exam Format at a Glance
📚 TEXES 268 Topics to Study (31)
✍️ Sample TEXES 268 Questions & Answers
1. When planning a project in TExES Principal as Instructional Leader, which element should be established FIRST?
Clear objectives and success criteria form the foundation for all other planning decisions.
2. A principal discovers that a teacher submitted falsified continuing professional education (CPE) records for renewal of their educator certificate. The principal MUST:
The Texas Educator Code of Ethics requires principals to report educator misconduct, including falsification of records, to TEA regardless of other circumstances.
3. A principal wants to use campus funds to reward staff with gift cards for perfect attendance. Why is this problematic?
Texas law prohibits the expenditure of public school funds for personal gifts or gratuities to employees, as these are not a legitimate public purpose.
4. A principal wants to increase meaningful family involvement at a school where most parents work during the day. Which strategy is MOST effective?
Offering flexible meeting times removes barriers for working parents and demonstrates the school's commitment to inclusive family engagement.
5. Which of the following BEST describes the principal's role during a campus lockdown?
During a lockdown, principals implement the campus emergency operations plan, coordinate with law enforcement, and use approved communication channels while ensuring staff follow protocols.
6. A principal wants to ensure equitable access to rigorous coursework for all students. Which action BEST reflects this goal?
Reviewing enrollment data by subgroup and addressing barriers ensures underrepresented students gain equitable access to rigorous opportunities.