PPCP is designed to improve student performance by training prospective school leaders in policies, practices, and constructs imperative to effective and successful school leadership.

Minimum Application Requirements:
The PPCP candidate must:

• Hold a valid Texas teaching certificate from an accredited institution
• Verify completion of 18 semester hours toward a master's degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Submit one official transcript from each college and/or university attended
• Submit three references from current or former supervisors
• Secure employment in a public or approved private school (employment as an administrator is not required)
• Submit a teacher service record verifying a minimum of two years teaching experience
• Submit all application documentation and application fees by program deadlines
• Participate in personal interview and complete a writing sample

Timeline for Fall Cohort 2010:

• September 10, 2010: Application Deadline
• September 13, 2010 - January 29, 2011: Pre-Service Training
• Spring semester of 2011: Complete Internship
• Upon completion of all state and program requirements, recommendation will be made for Standard Principal Certification

Informational Nights:

• March 1, 2010
• April 12, 2010
• May 3, 2010
• June 7, 2010

Cost to Participants ( Fees are subject to change without notification) :

• Application Fee: $50 non refundable fee
• Program Fee: $5500 (includes selected textbooks, ILD and PDAD trainings as well asTExES preparation and review session fee)
• State testing and certification fees paid directly to their representative entities

	Why choose ESC Region 12's PPCP Program?
	"I feel very fortunate that I had the opportunity to complete an alternative certification program through Region 12. At the time I applied, I was ready to move into administration but I lacked the credentials. Because I already had a master’s degree, the PPCP program was the perfect opportunity for me to obtain certification in a timely manner. The region center provided a strong schedule of courses, and I felt extremely prepared to take the TExES exam. After completion of the program, I was able to immediately move into an administration position. The PPCP program at Region 12 helped me reach my career goal." Amy Armstrong Principal, Sparta Elementary Belton ISD
	Read more testimonials submitted by participant's who have completed the program.

Documents:

• PPCP Flier (PDF file)
• PPCP Application (PDF file)
• PPCP Application (MS Word file)

Contact: Betty Murphy
Title: Campus Liaison
Phone: (254) 297-1136
E-mail: bmurphy@esc12.net

Contact: Annette Perez
Title: Campus Liaison
Phone: (254) 297-1166
Email: aperez@esc12.net