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TExES 268 · Constructed-Response Demo
Write Like a Score 4 Principal
A full TEA-style case study, a three-part written-response assignment, and a self-scoring engine that walks aspiring leaders through the exact rubric Pearson scorers use — plus four exemplar responses at every score band, 4 through 1.
Domain II · Competencies 003, 004, 005
5-Document Case Study
400–600 word response
4-Point Holistic Rubric
📚 How This Demo Works
- Review the five case-study documents using the tabbed reading panel
- Draft a 400–600 word written response addressing all three assignment parts
- Submit to unlock the full rubric, all four exemplar responses (Scores 4–1), and scorer commentary
- Self-score your response against the same four rubric criteria Pearson uses
- Email the full package — assignment, your response, rubric, exemplars — to yourself or a mentor
⚖️ The Four Scoring Criteria
Purpose
Addresses all parts of the assignment
Application
Applies effective instructional-leadership principles accurately
Support
Cites specific evidence from the case-study documents
Rationale
Sound reasoning that justifies the proposed actions
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Case Study · Domain II — Instructional Leadership
Maple Ridge Middle School
Ms. Alvarez is the new principal of a Title I middle school (720 students, grades 6–8), rated Improvement Required for two consecutive years. The district has asked her to lead a turnaround initiative beginning the first week of school.
📖 Documents reviewed: 0 of 5
✓ All Reviewed
📝 The Written-Response Assignment
Using the information provided in the case-study documents, prepare a written response in which you:
PART 1 Identify TWO of the most significant instructional challenges facing Maple Ridge Middle School in the first semester. Cite specific evidence from the documents for each.
PART 2 Propose ONE specific, research-aligned action Ms. Alvarez should take to address EACH challenge — concrete enough that a campus team could begin implementing within two weeks.
PART 3 For EACH proposed action, explain (a) how it aligns with effective principal practices and (b) what specific data will measure its impact during the first semester.
✍️ Your Response
0 words · target 400–600
Tip: Use clear part headers (Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3) so scorers can see every part was addressed. Cite at least 3–4 specific data points from the documents.
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