transcript evaluation service (tes) and “a-g” a clear path to college
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Transcript Evaluation Service (TES) and “a-g” A Clear Path to College
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TES Overview
An online tool used to improve access to college
Provides programs, schools and districts with an accurate view of course completion patterns to facilitate school improvement and course planning efforts
Provides policymakers and researchers with quality information about student achievement measured against college-going benchmarks
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Individualized transcript evaluations
Courses completed and needed to meet college preparatory benchmarks for each student grades 9-12
Courses completed and needed to meet college preparatory benchmarks for each student grades 9-12
Rosters and reports “a-g” course enrollment patterns for students at every grade level to aid school planning
“a-g” course enrollment patterns for students at every grade level to aid school planning
Training and supportHelp for schools to make the most of TES as an advising tool and to develop action plans for access
Help for schools to make the most of TES as an advising tool and to develop action plans for access
TES Features
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• Students evaluated using the most current UC-CSU admissions policies (including the repeat and validation rules)
• Integrates all UC-approved “a-g” course lists (i.e. Doorways) for all CA high schools
• Identifies inconsistencies between SIS systems and your school's list of UC-approved courses
• Quality checks by experienced UC-trained evaluators
TES: Quality and Authority
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TES scope
TES effect on CSU and UC eligibility
TES effect on UC applications and admissions
Over 3 million transcripts,165 schools and 50 districts since 2004Over 3 million transcripts,165 schools and 50 districts since 2004
Eligibility rates improved substantially - up to 30%More improvements at schools with a high level of implementation - over 50%
Eligibility rates improved substantially - up to 30%More improvements at schools with a high level of implementation - over 50%
On average 10-30% increase over 2-4 yearsOn average 10-30% increase over 2-4 years
TES Results
Lessons from the Field:Best Practices with TES
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TES Redesigned & Redefined
• Broader availability: Available to more schools/districts
• Faster and more frequent results: Access TES processing results more quickly and often
• Seamless data connections: Accessing data directly from Student Information Systems (SIS)
• More user friendly: Enhanced TES results website and reports
• More support: Additional resources for how and when to use TES
• Ripple effects: More information about SIS data quality and opportunities to improve
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“Sneak Peek”
District Overview Report
District Overview Report
School Overview Report
School Overview Report
School Overview Report
Individual Student Report
Individual Student Report
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TES Timeline
August – December, 2014
January 2015
February 2015
Redevelopment of TES System andInformation Campaign
TES Enrollment Period Opens
2014-2015 Spring Data Upload Begins
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• Enhance access
• Engage students and families
• Expand to more schools
Be part of the process:
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October 20: San Jose USD OfficeOctober 27: UC San DiegoOctober 29: UC RiversideOctober 31: UC Center FresnoNovember 5: UC Center Sacramento
In these sessions participants will:
• Have hands-on experience with the enhanced TES system
• Review and give feedback on the TES reports and features
• Learn how to effectively use TES within your communities
Upcoming TES Regional Sessions:
Reflections & Questions
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Reach Out
• Reach out with questions
• Spread the word about TES and the upcoming regional sessions
• Email us: [email protected]
Thank you!