Advisory and Focus Group

The Texas Center for Student Supports Advisory and Focus Groups were created to support the establishment and implementation of secure, inclusive, and supportive learning environments through a student support program structure that will be tailored to meet the individual needs of each student, promoting their overall well-being.  The groups are a required component of the Student Support Program as stipulated in the TCSS grant.

The advisory group and focus groups meet monthly to engage in the following activities:

• Provide feedback and input on needs for services and support provided by the TCSS.

• Provide feedback and input on developed products for the Student Support Program.

• Vet/Review programs and resources provided by potential vendors or recommended by Local Education Agencies (LEAs).

The TCSS Advisory Group is composed of campus leaders, teachers, parents, and students who represent Texas LEAs and campuses. The membership of this group is defined in the grant program guidelines. The group will include two focus groups and a Student Advisory Task Force.   Each focus group will consist of professionals from across the state who are experts in the fields of education, mental & behavioral health, and systemic educational reform.  The Student Advisory Task Force will consist of 10th & 11th grade students from schools around the state.