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Classroom Observation Requests

Classroom Observation Requests

 

 
 

 

We’re excited that you’re interested in completing your observation with MISD!

Mesquite ISD is proud to partner with local universities and alternative certification programs to provide opportunities for aspiring educators to observe in our classrooms. All observation requests must go through the MISD Professional Learning Department. Do not contact campus principals or teachers directly requesting placement.

Observation Application Process

The process currently includes two required steps. 

Please note: The complete approval and placement process may take up to 10 or more business days.

Eligibility Requirements

Student Observers are eligible to complete classroom observations in MISD if:

  • You are currently enrolled in a teacher degree program at a college or university
    OR
  • You are currently seeking certification through an Alternative Certification Program

Step 1: Complete Required Documents

Please complete and save the following documents: 

  • Class syllabus showing required observation hours (PDF or Word document)  
  • An Alternative Certification Program acceptance letter (PDF or Word document)

Once your documents are ready, complete the Classroom Observation Request Form, upload all required documents, and submit the first part of your application.

Step 2: Follow Application Instructions

After submitting Step 1, follow the instructions provided in the link below to complete the second step of your application:

Instructions:

Application Instructions

After both steps are completed and submitted, please email:
mdonahoe@mesquiteisd.org  to notify us that your application has been submitted.

 

Fingerprinting Requirement: 

TEA now requires fingerprinting for all applicants who will be on campus around staff and students. The upfront cost is the responsibility of the applicant; However once completed, your fingerprints will remain on file with TEA, meaning you will not need to repeat or repay for fingerprinting when applying with districts in the future.

After submitting both Step 1 and Step 2, if fingerprinting is required, you will receive a notification with instructions on how to complete the process. 

Placement & Communication Process

Once approved, you will receive an email with:

  • Badge pick-up instructions
    • Location: 3819 Towne Crossing, Mesquite, TX 75150
    • Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Assigned campus name, address, and phone number
  • Principal’s name
  • Assigned teacher’s name and email address

Please note: It is your responsibility to contact your assigned teacher promptly to schedule your observation hours.

Scheduling Guidelines

  • All requests are subject to space and availability
  • MISD reserves the right to deny requests based on volume and district calendar events
  • Summer classroom observations are not offered
  • The deadline to submit a new application is the second week of April
  • All observation hours must be completed before the final two weeks of the school year

Observation Expectations:

  • Observers are limited to observation only; hands-on instruction is not permitted
  • Scheduling, frequency, and duration of visits are determined by the assigned teacher based on classroom and campus needs

For questions and concerns please contact Melissa Donahoe at mdonahoe@mesquiteisd.org

 
 

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