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Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS)

The state evaluation system for principals is the Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS).  This system is designed around research-based best practices among school administrators and promotes a growth mindset, reflection, and setting/sustaining professional goals.

The T-PESS principal rubric was updated in 2020, requiring a half-day training update for all active appraisers. As of 2021, only the updated T-PESS rubric and appraiser certification are valid under Texas Education Code §21.3541. If you missed the update, please register for the full one-day training to re-certify.

Additionally, an assistant principal rubric is also available for principals and others who appraise APs.

Upcoming T-PESS Trainings

Select a preferred date and register for an upcoming face-to-face training. NOTE: To see the cost, please add the training to your cart.

  • January 24, 2025
  • March 13, 2025
  • June 2, 2025
  • June 26, 2025
  • August 8, 2025

Register for T-PESS

Certificate Search

To look and print your T-PESS certificate, visit the TEA T-PESS Certificate Lookup page.

Get in Touch


If you have any questions regarding T-PESS, contact Jeff Smith. You can also visit the TEA website for information and resources for both the appraiser and the principal.