Building Strong Foundations: Conducting a Comprehensive Needs Assessment & Schoolwide Program Plan Aligned with ESSA and TEA Requirements
This session is designed for schools personnel who play a critical role in developing, implementing, and sustaining effective Schoolwide programs. Attendees will gain a deep understanding of the requirements outlined under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the Texas Education Agency (TEA), specifically related to the Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA) and Schoolwide Program Plan (SWP).
This session will also guide teams through the essential components of a high-quality CNA process that uses multiple data sources to identify priority needs, root causes, and equity gaps. Attendees will explore how the CNA directly informs the SWP, ensuring alignment with campus goals, evidence-based strategies, Title I funding requirements and meaningful stakeholder engagement, including parents and families.