Commissioner Correspondence

This memorandum is regarding the 60x30TX Progress Report in accordance with the Texas Education Code 61.051(a-3). This is the final report for 60x30TX as the state transitions to the new strategic plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas.

This memorandum is regarding the report to the Texas Legislature in accordance with the General Appropriations Act, SB 1, 87th Texas Legislature, Article III, Section 49.

In accordance with Senate Bill 788, 87th Legislature, Regular Session, TEA, THECB, and TWC have jointly developed a model data-sharing agreement for use by public schools, public and private institutions of higher education, and state and local workforce entities when sharing data protected under FERPA.

This memorandum is regarding federal funds related to the coronavirus pandemic received by institutions of higher education.

Commissioner Harrison Keller announced the Educator Preparation Planning Grant Opportunity to support institutions of higher education to develop innovative solutions to address critical teacher shortages that the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated.

An announcement from Commissioner Harrison Keller through Gov Delivery inviting applications for the Accelerating Credentials Planning Grant Program.

Document pertains to the modification message from the deputy commissioner to reskilling grantees.

The Commissioner's State of Higher Education address.

In accordance with Section 61.063 and Section 130.003 of the Texas Education Code, this letter and the enclosed list serve as certification that Texas public community colleges have certified their compliance with the standards, rules and regulations prescribed by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

As part of the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is pleased to announce a new Reporting Modernization Grant opportunity to support public colleges and universities impacted by COVID-19.

In accordance with Coordinating Board Rider 48 (General Appropriations Act for the 2020-2021 Biennium), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the Autism Grant Program: Annual Progress Report at its July 22 quarterly meeting.

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) Section 56.311(c-1), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the Report on the TEXAS Grant Program at its July 22 quarterly meeting.

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) Section 61.0668 and Coordinating Board Rider 55 (General Appropriations Act for the 2020-2021 Biennium), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the Report on the Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant Program at its July 22 quarterly meeting.

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) Section 61.0583 (d), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the Facilities Audit Report at its July 22 quarterly meeting.

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) Section 51.292(f), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the Initial Review of Texas Education Code, Chapter 51, Subchapter E-3 Policy Compliance Requirements at Institutions of Higher Education at its July 22 quarterly meeting.

In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) 61.051 (a-3), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the 2021 60x30TX Progress Reportat its July 22 quarterly meeting.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is asking for college and universities’ help in hosting on-site vaccination clinics. This flyer provides a fillable form and instructions.

This memorandum is regarding the 2020 Community College Financial Condition Report as approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board at its April 22, 2021 quarterly meeting.