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At A Stellar Education Project (ASEP), we're committed to strengthening Texas public education by addressing one of its most pressing challenges: teacher retention. Our work is designed to support school and district leaders in creating thriving educational environments where educators want to stay, grow, and excel.

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The Current Landscape

 

Texas education is at a pivotal moment. During the 89th Texas Legislative session, two significant bills were enacted that will reshape our profession:

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• Beginning in 2027, all Texas public schools must staff their four core subjects with certified educators

• School voucher legislation will redirect funding away from public school systems statewide

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These changes arrive at a critical time. Since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, Texas schools have faced unprecedented levels of teacher attrition. The traditional supplemental staffing solutions that districts once relied upon are no longer viable options under this new legislative framework.

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What We Discovered

 

Through comprehensive research conducted in 2023, ASEP uncovered two fundamental gaps in how Texas school districts approach teacher retention:

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1. Limited tracking systems: Most districts lack robust mechanisms for monitoring teacher retention and attrition metrics

2. Capacity constraints: School districts often don't have the internal resources to objectively track and analyze retention data

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These gaps make it difficult for leaders to identify problems early and implement effective solutions.

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Our Approach: Educator-Centered Solutions

 

The most powerful insights about retention come from those experiencing the challenges firsthand—our educators themselves. ASEP works alongside district and school leaders to:

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• Implement evidence-based retention strategies informed by educator perspectives

• Provide objective, comprehensive tracking of retention metrics

• Identify actionable opportunities for improving school environments

• Support sustainable staffing solutions that benefit both educators and students

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The Opportunity Ahead

 

By partnering with forward-thinking district and school leaders, we can transform this challenge into an opportunity. Together, we can create learning environments where:

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• Educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to stay in the profession

• Students benefit from experienced, stable teaching teams

• Communities build a stronger foundation for future generations

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A Stellar Education Project exists to ensure that Texas public education not only meets the demands of tomorrow but thrives in creating them. We invite you to join us in this essential work.