2020-21 Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Commendations

Category 1: Rigorous and Robust Preparation

These EPPs were identified as performing above and beyond on the ASEP annual performance standards.

Educator Preparation Program	First Test Pass Rate, all exams	First Test Pass Rate in Bilingual/ESL	First Test Pass Rate in Mathematics	First Test Pass Rate in Special Education	First Test Pass Rate in CTE
Baylor University
EIT: Excellence in Teaching
Rice University
Texas A&M University International University
Texas A&M University
University of Dallas
University of Texas - Austin

Category 2: Preparing the Educators Texas Needs

These EPPs were identified for recruiting, preparing and supporting the certification of teachers in content shortage areas.

Educator Preparation Program	Bilingual/ESL	Special Education	Mathematics	Computer Science	Career and Technical Education
A+ Texas Teachers
Austin Community College
Dallas ISD
Region 13 Education Service Center
Tarleton State University
Teachworthy
Texas A&M International University
University of Houston - Downtown
University of Texas - Dallas
Urban Teachers
Yes Prep Public Schools Inc

Category 2: Preparing the Educators Texas Needs

These EPPs were identified for preparing and supporting teachers who identify as teachers of color or are employed in rural schools.

Educator Preparation Program	Hispanic	African American	Employed in rural schools
A Career in Teaching-EPP (McAllen)
Harris County Department of Education
Howard Payne University
Huston-Tillotson University
Lamar University
Prairie View A&M University
Region 1 Education Service Center
Region 6 Education Service Center
Region 14 Education Service Center
Texas A&M International University
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley

Category 3: Preparing Educators for Long Term Success

These EPPs were identified for preparing and supporting educators for employee retention or for growth into other professional roles.

Educator Preparation Program	Teacher retention as a public school teacher for 5 years	Teacher retention as a public school professional for 5 years	Employment in a Principal or Assistant Principal role within 3 years
Texas Christian University
University of Texas - Austin

Category 4: Innovative Educator Preparation

These EPPs were identified for seeking innovative ways to prepare their candidates for the classroom.

Educator Preparation Program
Sam Houston State University		More information
University of Texas - San Antonio		More information

Full data for all EPPs in Texas commendation categories 1-3 is also available.