This session is being held via ZOOM.
The session is designed for special education directors who are interested in requesting a High Cost Fund (HCF) award from TEA (Texas Education Agency).
High Cost Fund is an optional source of federal funds to help offset the financial impact on LEAs (local educational agencies, which includes ISDs and Open-Enrollment Charter Schools) that provide educational services to high-need children with disabilities (under IDEA-B, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B).
Participants will receive an overview of High Cost Funds and gain an understanding of how to complete and submit the High Cost Fund application to request an award.
The deadline to submit the HCF application to TEA is May 15, 2021.
Webinar Session Requirements:
This session will take place in the form of a webinar. Participants must have a desktop computer, laptop, or Chromebook in order to participate, along with adequate internet connection. If joining via a tablet, please ensure the latest version of the ZOOM app is installed.
Once you register in Connect20, you will receive a confirmation email that will contain your registration/login instructions for the ZOOM session. Be sure the email address connected to your Connect20 account is accurate. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please check your spam or junk mail. Or, call Central Registration at 210-370-5671 for assistance during business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Credit Hours:
All participants who are registered in Connect20, attend the session, and complete the required electronic Attendance Form at the end of the session will receive a certificate of completion/attendance via Connect20.
Please note: Specialized credit hours for CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) and TASBO-Certified (Texas Association of School Business Officials) participants will not be awarded for this session.
The Connect20 certificate must not be used by CPAs or TASBO-Certified participants to report credit hours to TSBPA (Texas State Board of Public Accountancy) or TASBO since the hours on the Connect20 certificate do not align with the requirements of TSBPA or TASBO.