The 2009-2010 ACE Professional Development Series focuses on creating a high-quality, enduring ACE program. There are two professional development tracks available, one specific to the needs of Grantees and the other specific to the Centers' needs. These sessions will be available throughout the year on a variety of technologies including webinars and podcasts, offering you a convenient way to expand your knowledge.
New! TX21st Data and Reporting System is live! Click here to see the Introduction to TX21st Data and Reporting System Webinar and for step-by-step Show Me tutorials that will guide you on how to use this newly enhanced system that now tracks daily attendance!
New! Get Connected through MyTexasACE.org. Click here to see the archived webinar on using the online portal for Texas ACE Grantees, MyTexasACE.org. Contact the help desk at TexasACE21@edvanceresearch.com to get an account.
Texas ACE Activity & Lesson Plan Materials and Tools for Intentional Programming Webinar. Click here to download important documents, sample Texas ACE Activities and Lessons, or to view the archived Tools for Intentional Programming webinar.
Data Review for Program Administrators: Using Exception Reports & Data Review Form webinar will provide Texas ACE Project Directors & Data Specialists information about validating and certifying project data in TX21st.
Innovative Learning Webinar Series will provide Texas ACE grantees with wonderful ideas, materials, activities and lesson plans, and resources on catapulting your students' learning through the use of technology tools such as podcasts, blogs, and other Web 2.0 strategies. View the archived webinars and download resources so you can get started now! (Invitations to attend live webinars are emailed to TX21st Primary Contacts).
Texas ACE Podcasts are easy to listen to and view! Get information around implementing the grant and ideas from fellow Texas ACE grantees that are presented through audio and video (enhanced) podcasts. You can listen to a podcast episode of choice directly on your computer or subscribe to Texas ACE Podcasts through your iTunes software. You can also download the audio to your portable device such as an iPod or mp3 player.
Texas ACE Strategic Planning Training consists of a two-part webinar series that provides support and tools in creating a cohesive strategic plan for your afterschool program. Here you will find the archived webinars as well as the tools used to support you in the development and self-assessment of your strategic plan.
Cycle 6.1 Orientation (February 2010)
Acess the presentations and handouts from the Cycle 6.1 Orientation.
Cycle 6 Orientation (August 2009)
Access the presentations from the Cycle 6 Orientation.
Project Director Webinars for 2009-2010
Project Director Webinars are now posted on MyTexasACE.org. Please contact the ACE Help Desk at texasace21@edvanceresearch.com if you require assistance in obtaining an account.
PRIME: A Blueprint for Afterschool:
This blueprint was developed by TEA to help ACE achieve the following:
• Provide guidance to help grantees “build” the TEA vision of ACE
• Create a framework of critical elements on which all stakeholders will focus
• Provide context for implementation assurance and support
• Serve as an organizer for training and communication
• Blend program requirements with research-based information
This blueprint comprises of four categories of activities and program requirements, which include Planning, Resourcing, Implementing and Management all focused on creating an Enduring program. These activities equal PRIME: A Blueprint for Afterschool. Listen or view the PRIME Podcast.
Planning:
Create an enduring program through a comprehensive planning process that begins with a needs assessment that informs the strategic plan, each center’s service delivery plan and the annual operating plan.
Resourcing:
Connect the many valuable human and financial resources in your community to engage partners in strategic and long-lasting ways.
Implementing:
Implement a high-quality program that includes the four-component activity model through an effective and research-based curriculum delivered by well-prepared staff and volunteers.
Managing:
Manage resources effectively to create a dynamic program that meets performance standards, utilizes data to inform improvement, employs data confidentiality processes and complies with all grant requirements.
Enduring:
Maintain and evolve the program into one that has an enduring impact on students, families and the community.
To learn about the developmental methodology, the PRIME activities, key roles and responsibilities for implementing PRIME, you can
Additional PRIME resources are forthcoming
Texas Education Agency and Edvance Research, Inc. offer a variety of training resources. Below is a list of materials discussed during previous training sessions:
Cycle 5 Revival: Access the presentations and resource material from the Cycle 5 Revival held on April 13-14 in Austin, Texas.
Texas 21st CCLC Tracking & Reporting System (now referred to as TX21st) 
This four-part, multi-level webinar series guides participants through the use of the Texas 21st Tracking & Reporting System. Each session contains learning objectives, an archived video of the session, and support materials for implementation.
Webinar Question Forum Use the Forum to post a training-related question or to comment on a previous posting.
