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    Birdville ISD Needs Assessment Process

    ESSER

     

    Birdville ISD conducted a thorough Needs Assessment process prior to drafting the ESSER Use of Funds Plan/Return to In Person Instruction and Continuity of Service Plan.  

    1. Surveys were distributed to students, staff and community members.

    • 7,444 students in grades 3-12 completed surveys 
    • 4,112 adult stakeholders completed the survey 
    • Represented groups included every student population group
    • All staff members received the survey
    • Special interest group representation was provided for LULAC, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans 

    2. A large Stakeholder Committee met on 6/8/21 to review survey results and examine student performance data. 

    3. Small groups met in breakout rooms to further examine data.

    4. The following focal area needs emerged:   

    • Tutoring during the school day 
    • Tutoring before/after the school day
    • Counseling/social-emotional support.
    • Math emerged as a high-need area, as well as ELA/Reading

    5. A Public Hearing was conducted at the school board meeting on 6/28/21.

    6. A 6 month follow-up meeting occurred 12/8/21. No changes were recommended to the RIPICS Plan. Additional $12,602 awarded recommended to be used in 6200 - Contracted Services.

    7. A 6 month follow-up meeting occurred 6/8/22. No changes were recommended to the Use of Funds Plan or RIPICS Plan.

    8. A 6 month follow-up meeting occurred 12/8/22. No changes were recommended to the Use of Funds Plan or RIPICS Plan.  

    9. A 6 month follow-up meeting occurred 6/8/23. No changes were recommended to the Use of Funds Plan or RIPICS Plan.