CARES Act Provider Relief Fund Districts that provide SHARS services may consider applying for Federal COVID-19 Provider Relieve Fund. These funds can assist with district’s COVID-19 related expenses. Applicants are eligible to receive approximately 2 percent of reported gross revenue from 2018 or the most recent complete tax year. The … Read More
TEA is Offering Free Learning Management System
TEA Will Offer Free Learning Management System to Texas Schools for Two Years to Help Bolster Remote and Classroom Instruction — This new offering will save school systems up to $40M, and reduce total taxpayer cost up to $22M AUSTIN, Texas – July 30, 2020 – The Texas Education Agency … Read More
TEA Issues 20-21 Safe Return Guidelines for Texas Schools
TEA Issues Comprehensive Guidelines for a Safe Return to On-Campus Instruction for the 2020-21 School Year Agency to Ensure Remote Instruction is Available to All Who Need It or Request It AUSTIN, Texas – July 7, 2020 – TEA announced comprehensive guidelines for students to return to school, prioritizing their … Read More
The Top 8 Findings During TEA SHARS Audits.
Significant Findings in 2019-2020 TEA SHARS Audits TEA conducted on-site and desk reviews during the 2019-2020 school year. Some common areas for growth are listed below: 1. Though not required, written district SHARS procedures support an effective program. 2. Third Party Liability (TPL) should be understood by staff responsible for … Read More