Photocopy of a letter from Julie Abel, the Getty Center, to the Regional Institute Directors, in regards to the upcoming arts assessment. The Arts Education Assessment Consortium, AEAC, is administered by the Council of Chief State School Officers to all the RIG states. The Center is providing support to the AEAC to develop assessment prototypes in the visual and performing arts and believes that if the DBAE, discipline-based art education, is embedded in the assessment prototypes it will strengthen the impact within the state and nationally. A list of state contacts is attached to the letter.

Photocopy of a newsletter from Keith L. Arney, President of the Texas Art Education Association, to the newsletter recipients. Announcing that on behalf of the TAEA, they've nominated Suzi Alost-Reid for Western Region Elementary Division Art Educator of the year, and through the nomination TAEA wishes to express their appreciation for Reid and her achievements and contributions to art education through Texas.

A memo from Sheila Brown, Prairie Visions, and Jack Davis and William McCarter, co-directors of North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts, to the Regional Institute Directors. The memo is in regards to an invitation for the regional directors and their colleagues in discipline-based art education to join the participants in SERC's nation-wide teleconference "Schools, Museums, Art and Children: A Dialogue of States." The primary focus of the teleconference is to discuss art and art education in the public school curriculum. Hand-written note at the bottom reads, "Note change in title. Call if you have any questions. Nancy"

Photocopy of a letter sent from Vicki Rosenberg, Program Officer of the Getty Center for Education in the Arts, to regional institute directors. In regards to providing assistant in fundraising to operate their programs. In an upcoming conference featuring Ann Swartzberg, Director of Development for the School of Fine Arts at the University of Southern California, Swartzberg will be presenting Guidelines for Creating a Development (fundraising) plan. Included in the letter is a time schedule for the following months.

Photcopy of a letter from Leilani Lattin Duke, Director of the Getty Center for Education in the Arts, to Jack Davis, co-director of North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts. The letter is in regards to prior correspondence between Davis and Duke, Davis will be attending two meetings that conflict with one another and Duke commends him on his efforts to be as committed and determined to do both.

An e-mail from Julie Anne Abel to D. Jack Davis and R. William McCarter about informing them that the Getty Center for Education in the Arts has approved their National Specialty Program development grant. Attached document is a budget.

An e-mail from Harriet Laney to D. Jack Davis about personals attending an upcoming planning committee at the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts.

A detailed agenda document for the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts (NTIEVA) Leadership Retreat, designed to reveal strategies and initiatives aimed at advancing educational excellence in the realm of visual arts.

A document listing participants who contributed to the NTIEVA Leadership Retreat, showcasing a gathering of visionary educators dedicated to advancing visual arts education and fostering a dynamic learning community.

A document encapsulating Mentor Nancy Walkup's comprehensive review of all teachers who attended the academy at Greenbriar School during the specified year. Providing valuable insights into the professional development and performance of each teacher, the review evaluates their achievements, areas of growth, and overall impact on the educational environment.

An official letter penned by D. Jack Davis and R. William McCarter, delving into crucial conversations and unveiling a revised proposal. This document addresses Melba Whatley, providing insightful perspectives and details about strategic discussions. The accompanying revised proposal encapsulates collaborative efforts and outlines a path forward, embodying the dedication and commitment of the authors to the shared objectives.