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Teacher Evaluation (T-TESS)

2026-2027 T-TESS Update: All teachers must participate in a full appraisal cycle. There are no waivers for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

The Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System, or T-TESS, is the Texas Commissioner of Education's recommended rubric and is the adopted Teacher Evaluation system in Fort Worth ISD.

T-TESS Manual 2026-2027 Edition

Teacher Resources

Appraiser Resources