The Strong Foundations Grant provides foundational planning supports aligned to research and the TEKS to help districts build the “why” behind instructional changes for all stakeholders.

The RLA Framework Development Grant builds a strong foundation for strategic planning and change management. The investment in collective learning (RBIS) is grounded in the research of how kids learn in reading, as well as in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). It helps LEAs develop a clear, research-based system of values and guidance, ensure alignment of curriculum and instruction systems, and build the "why" behind instructional changes for all stakeholders. Many LEAs have used this framework to evaluate and improve alignment of instructional materials and professional development supports, while also drawing clear connections to the new changes in the STAAR Redesign.