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Join us on October 1 for full day of high-impact virtual learning designed for federal program and fiscal professionals. This academy features expert-led sessions on allowable costs and procurement, including guidance from Texas Education Agency presenters. Attendees will gain practical insights into grant management, compliance, and procurement processes through engaging sessions and collaborative learning opportunities. Whether you're strengthening your fiscal knowledge or staying current with TEA guidance, this academy equips you with tools you can immediately apply in your role.
10/01/2026 09:00 amPROGRAMMATIC
This interactive session explores strategies to create authentic, welcoming experiences in support of Family-School partnerships. Grounded in Dr. Karen Mapp’s Dual Capacity-Building Framework, this workshop will explore how social-emotional learning and effective communication can lead to improved academic outcomes. Attendees will leave with practical evidence-based strategies and energizing activities to create sustainable family partnerships that drive student success and community transformation.
10/01/2026 09:00 amFISCAL
Navigating federal funding compliance doesn't have to be a guessing game—or a dry lecture. Join us for a fast-paced, interactive showdown where Federal Program Directors and Business Office teams analyze real-world spending requests, break down TEA audit traps, and make the call on complex allowability scenarios.
10/01/2026 09:00 amTEA
This session provides a thorough overview of the changes made by the 89th Legislature to the Compensatory Education program, including detailed information on how students are identified. Key Updates to Compensatory Education - Learn about major changes to the State Compensatory Education program under TEC §48.104 and TEC §29.081, revised by the 89th Legislature. This session is designed to help LEAs align with current law and implement changes effectively. Topics Covered:
1. Program compliance expectations
2. Expanded at-risk criteria.
3. Repealed sections and fiscal planning impacts
10/01/2026 10:30 amTEA
Discuss Compensatory Ed PIC codes and other state allotment requirements.
10/01/2026 10:30 am10/01/2026 10:30 amFISCAL
Convene with colleagues, connect around innovative funding strategies, and explore opportunities for continuous improvement through federal program flexibility. This workshop provides a practical overview of Funding Transferability and the Rural Education Achievement Program (REAP) Alternative Fund Use Authority. Participants will learn the requirements associated with each flexibility option, examine real-world scenarios, and gain strategies for effectively applying these authorities to better align resources with local needs and priorities.
10/01/2026 01:00 pmFEATURING TEA
Gain a practical understanding of TEA's Federal Subrecipient Fiscal Monitoring Process and Protocol and how they are used to assess compliance with federal grant requirements. Through protocol-based guidance, real-world examples, and lessons learned from monitoring reviews, participants will explore key indicators, compliance questions, supporting documentation examples, and effective practices for preparing for and navigating the monitoring process. This session will help school systems strengthen internal controls, improve documentation practices, and approach federal fiscal monitoring with confidence. This session will focus on: Preparing for Monitoring Success: Understanding the Monitoring Process, Communication, Documentation Requests, Testing, and Expectations Starting with the Foundation: Required Written Policies and Procedures Demonstrating Compliance: Reviewing Protocol Indicators and Examples of Supporting Documentation.
