Texas House Bill HB3885

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Caption

Relating to procedures for public school district and campus performance evaluations.

Impact

The implementation of HB3885 is expected to impact the performance evaluation timeline for public schools in Texas. By mandating that any changes to the evaluation guidelines cannot be made until the following school year, the bill seeks to stabilize the evaluation framework, allowing districts to prepare adequately for assessments. This change could facilitate better planning for schools as they strategize to meet performance standards and improve educational outcomes.

Summary

House Bill 3885 introduces amendments to the Texas Education Code concerning the procedures for public school district and campus performance evaluations. A notable addition is the requirement that the commissioner of education must provide any guidelines or procedures for performance evaluations at public schools prior to the commencement of each school year. This change aims to ensure that districts have a clear understanding of evaluation criteria before they start the academic year, potentially enhancing the accountability and clarity of the evaluation process.

Contention

While HB3885 primarily focuses on establishing clear guidelines and timelines for evaluations, it may lead to discussions among educators and administrators regarding the effectiveness and rigor of the evaluation criteria. Some stakeholders may express concerns that this rigidity could hinder the ability to adapt evaluations in response to emerging educational needs or challenges faced by districts throughout the school year.

Notable_points

The bill is set to take effect beginning with the 2015-2016 school year. Additionally, the urgency for immediate enactment is subject to the approval by a two-thirds vote of all elected members of both houses. If this immediate effect is not achieved, the bill will still be enacted later in the designated timeline, reflecting the legislature's recognition of the importance of timely guidance in school performance evaluations.