District Planning
Each district must have a district improvement plan TEC 11.251
DVISD District Improvement Plan
District Priorities
Student academic performance
College and career readiness
Equitable facilities, staffing, instructional resources
Culturally responsive communication
District IRB Required?
Yes
Name: External Research Requests (Application - "Memorandum of Understanding")
General Information: https://www.dvisd.net/departments/curriculum-instruction/department-of-accountability-and-federal-programs/grant-and-research
Application Deadline: Rolling
Application Notification: 4-6 weeks after Application Submission
Application (Memorandum of Understanding)
Submission Requirements: Memorandum of Understanding, Copies of All Measures, Survey/Data Collection Instruments, Consent & Assent Forms, Media Release Forms, Copy of IRB Application/Abstract, Fee
Fees: $100 (non-refundable)
Application Submission: Email Jonathan Harris - Subject: "External Research: Your Project Title"
Contact: Alison Fears, Director of Federal Programs, 512-386-3004
Number of Schools: 17
| School Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 9 |
| Middle Schools | 3 |
| High School | 1 |
| Early College High School | 1 |
| Alternative Campuses | 2 |
| Child Development Center | 1 |
Additional Facilities and Programs
Bilingual & ESL
Career & Technical Education
College & Career Readiness
Counseling
GT
Multilingual Learning
Pre-K
Special Ed
District Demographics
Students: 11,067
Additional Student Data
| Metrics | Percent of Total Students |
|---|---|
| Economically Disadvantaged | 73% |
| Emerging Bilingual | 7.2% |
| Special Education | 11.1% |
| Bilingual/ESL Program | 7.1% |
| Gifted and Talented | 3.2% |
| At Risk for Dropping Out | 58.8% |
Teachers: 770
Staff
Administrative and Professional: 395
Bus Drivers, Custodians, Food Service and Educational Aides: 460