Commissioner Correspondence

August 30, 2022
Final 60x30TX Progress Report Memo

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.

By External Relations, Data Analytics and Innovation
August 30, 2022
Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant Report Memo

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.

By External Relations, Digital Learning
August 25, 2022
SB 788 (87R) Model Data Sharing Agreement Memo

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.

By External Relations
July 29, 2022
Section 63 Report Memo

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

By External Relations
June 10, 2022
Educator Preparation Planning Grant Opportunity Memo

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.

By Workforce Innovation
May 12, 2022
Accelerating Credentials of Purpose and Value Planning Grant Opportunity Memo

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

By Workforce Education
March 15, 2022
Texas Reskilling Support Fund Grant Program Modification

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

By Workforce Education
December 3, 2021
State of Texas Higher Education

The Commissioner's State of Higher Education address.

By Communications
October 1, 2021
Certification for Appropriations of Public Community/Junior Colleges

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.

August 27, 2021
Reporting Modernization Grant Opportunity Memo

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.

By Strategic Planning, External Relations
August 17, 2021
Autism Grant Program Annual Report Memo

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.

By External Relations
August 17, 2021
TEXAS Grant Program Report Memo

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.

By External Relations
August 17, 2021
Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant Report Memo

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.

By External Relations
August 4, 2021
Facilities Audit Report Memo

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.

By External Relations
August 4, 2021
Chapter 51, Subchapter E-3 Policy Compliance Memo

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.

By External Relations
August 4, 2021
60x30TX Progress Report Memo

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.

By External Relations
May 18, 2021
Help Texans Get Their COVID-19 Vaccine

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.

By External Relations
April 30, 2021
Community College Financial Condition Memo

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.

By Funding, External Relations
October 30, 2020
Student Financial Aid in Texas Memo

This memorandum is regarding the report on Student Financial Aid in Texas Higher Education for Fiscal Year 2019.

By External Relations
October 30, 2020
Evaluation of the Nursing Shortage Reduction Program Memo

This memorandum is regarding the report evaluating the Nursing Shortage Reduction Program.

By External Relations