EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Five Anthony Independent School District teachers received Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) designations for achieving positive student outcomes, the district announced in a press release.
From left to right – Teachers Nicole Stokes, Crystal Cammon and Ilene Chavez
Teacher Magdalena Hernandez
Teacher Gerardo Martinez
Photos courtesy of Anthony ISD
The five teachers were recognized on Wednesday, May 22 at their respective schools. Students, teachers, staff and the recognized teachers’ families were in attendance for the presentation of their check and plaque, according to Anthony ISD.
The TIA program, which is a state initiative for teachers to earn a significant financial incentive based on effective student outcomes, was established during the 86th legislative session through House Bill (HB) 3.
To qualify for TIA, school districts must implement a system based on teacher observations and student growth measures, according to Anthony ISD.
Anthony ISD says the qualification system must be reviewed and approved by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
“Once teachers meet eligibility requirements, they generate a TIA funding allotment for the district. The funds are provided by TEA. Annual funding allotments are based on designations, rural status of the campus and level of student economic need. Teachers can receive the following three designations: Recognized ($3,000-$9,000), Exemplary ($6,000-18,000), and
Master ($12,000-$32,000),” read the press release.
At the end of the 2023-24 school year, Anthony ISD recognized the following teachers as the district’s first cohort of TIA educators:
Nicole Stokes: Exemplary designation, Anthony Elementary School.
Crystal Cammon: Recognized designation, Anthony Elementary School.
Ilene Chavez: Recognized designation, Anthony Elementary School.
Gerardo Martinez: Recognized designation, Anthony Middle School.
Magdalena Hernandez: Recognized designation, Anthony Middle School.
“Our talented and seasoned teachers admitted to the TIA program embody the excellence and dedication that we strive for in our district,” said Superintendent Dr. Oscar A. Troncoso. “This achievement recognizes their dedication and expertise but also provides them with additional compensation.”
Anthony ISD received $46,520 for its TIA program.
“Teachers in the district’s first TIA cohort are eligible for amounts between $7,737 and $27, 791 in addition to their annual salary and stipend opportunities. Designated teachers are expected to receive their payout at the end of May,” read the press release.
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