Dr. José Velazquez serves as the Director of Academic Instruction and School Support. In this role, he is committed to ensuring that all educators are equipped with research-based pedagogical strategies to deliver high-quality instruction to every student.
For more information about Academic Instruction and School Support, and to explore how the team can assist districts, campuses, and teachers, please contact Helen Armendariz to schedule a meeting with Dr. Velazquez.
The Bluebonnet RLA and Math Team is composed of highly qualified educators who are fully certified by the State of Texas to lead curriculum internalization, instructional coaching, and effective implementation of Bluebonnet Learning at all levels. Team members are cross-trained in Research-Based Instructional Strategies (RBIS) and have completed the Texas Math Academies and/or Reading Academies, ensuring they bring deep content knowledge and evidence-based instructional practices to the support they provide. In addition, many members hold bilingual or ESL certifications, allowing them to support teachers in delivering rigorous Tier 1 instruction that meets the needs of all students. Through their expertise and ongoing collaboration with educators, the team works to strengthen classroom instruction and promote high-quality learning experiences across schools.
Have a question about Bluebonnet or are you looking for quality training for your campus? Reach out to any member of the team by clicking on their name for assistance with contracting or general implementation questions.
Elementary Math
Elementary Math
Elementary Math
Elementary Math
Secondary/Elementary Math
Secondary/Elementary Math
Secondary/Elementary Math
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
Elementary RLA
ESC 19 is a proud Approved Provider for LASO IV the Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) grant that combines the best practices from Strong Foundations, Texas Lesson Study and Texas Instructional Leadership. LIFT awardees are provided with guidance in the following areas:
Curriculum adoption and implementation support
Needs assessments
Professional learning and training
Instructional leadership coaching
Observation and feedback systems
Implementation support for Bluebonnet Learning
Systems-level capacity building
This multi-year funding and technical assistance allows districts to build long-term systems for continuous improvement and stronger student outcomes.