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10/09/2026

PERFORMANCE REPORTING

This Week in Performance Reporting

Good morning, Performance Reporting bulletin members!  

The purpose of the bulletin, "This Week in Performance Reporting," is to share relevant updates, upcoming tools and deadlines, and provide accessible methods for stakeholders to provide feedback to the Performance Reporting team. The Performance Reporting team will also provide answers to frequently asked questions received through the Performance Reporting help desk.

We encourage stakeholders to leverage this resource as a snapshot of all things Performance Reporting at TEA and to access embedded links for additional details and context. Also consider bookmarking the 2027 Accountability Administrator’s Guide as it is a convenient reference for accountability information throughout the year.

The Performance Reporting bulletin is delivered at 9:00 am on Friday mornings!

We appreciate your valuable feedback and remain committed to enhancing our resources to better serve your needs.

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In This Week's Issue:

• New Updates from Performance Reporting
• Join Us!
• Important Reminders
• Previously Shared
• Course Highlight
• Opportunities for Feedback
• Texas Assessment Program Updates
• Communications from Across the Agency
• Performance Reporting Release Dates

New Updates from Performance Reporting

For questions or assistance regarding the information in this section, please contact Performance Reporting via the Performance Reporting help desk.

Updated Performance Reporting Calendar of Events

The Performance Reporting Calendar of Events has been refreshed with new and confirmed dates for upcoming accountability, reporting, and data submission activities. Updated .ics calendar files are available to help you add key deadlines and events directly to your calendar.

Here’s what’s new in this month’s update:

• The date for the 2026 Federally Required Elements (FREs) and Determination Levels (DLs) to be available on the RDA Unmasked Reports Summary page was added
• Results Driven Accountability (RDA) Significant Disproportionality (SD) Year 3 Letters sent to affected LEAs Date to be Confirmed

Roadmap to Accountability District Coffee Chats

Thank you to everyone who participated in the October District Coffee Chat. We appreciate your engagement, thoughtful questions, and ongoing commitment to staying informed about accountability and Performance Reporting updates.

Our next District Accountability Coffee Chat will be on November 3^rd! If you are a district accountability staff member and would like to participate and have not already joined the hub, please fill out this form. We look forward to connecting with you again next month on November 3^rd!

Join Us!

Understanding Consecutive Unacceptable Counts in Accountability and Requirements for School Improvement

Join TEA accountability and school improvement experts on October 29 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. CT to learn how consecutive unacceptable counts are calculated, how accountability ratings influence school improvement requirements, and what pathways exist for returning to acceptable performance. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of accountability expectations, key school improvement requirements, and important timelines and deadlines associated with required interventions. 

Please note: Participants must have a valid Zoom account to register.

Important Reminders

PEIMS Fall Enrollment Submission

The PEIMS Fall Enrollment Submission is due October 15, 2026. The 2026–27 PEIMS Fall Enrollment Submission includes all students enrolled on the first Friday in October with their Special Education program determination, as well as students in grades 7–12 who were enrolled during the school-start window and before the first Friday in October. Districts are encouraged to review and validate submission data early to ensure accuracy.

Previously Shared

For access to prior editions of this bulletin, please visit the Performance Reporting Resources webpage, which includes links to previous Performance Reporting bulletins and related materials.

Analytic Tool: IBC Analytic Tool Now Available

The IBC Analytic Tool is now available, providing enhanced access to certification attainment data, including analysis of certifications earned and Industry-Based Certification tiers. Stakeholders can filter by region, district and campus, as well as student demographics. The IBC Analytic Tool reports all Industry-Based Certifications (IBC) earned by the Class of 2025 annual graduates, regardless of the graduates’ CTE status. The counts of IBCs earned, as shown in this report, may differ from the IBCs that count for CCMR credit in accountability, as shown in the 2026 CCMR accountability report. This difference is because IBCs only count for CCMR credit in 2026 accountability if a graduate is a Concentrator or Completer in an aligned program of study.

As a reminder, TPRS now contains data related to IBC Tiers. In the CCMR Report, under the Career Ready Graduates section, stakeholders may review the percentages of 2025 annual graduates who earned an approved Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 IBC and Concentrator or higher in an aligned program of study. Please note that TPRS does not include data corrected through PEIMS Working Submissions used in accountability reports and calculations. Please refer to the TPRS Glossary for additional details and methodology related to this data. 

TSDS PEIMS and Accountability: Best Practices for the Fall Submission Webinar

Thank you to all who joined us for the Best Practices for the Fall Submission Webinar. This session provided an overview of accountability data and sources, reviewed some common pitfalls in data reporting, and highlighted critical PEIMS reports to review to support accurate data submission. This webinar was recorded, and the webinar recording and slide deck are posted on our new Accountability Training Resources webpage and also available on the Performance Reporting Resources webpage. 

2025 Snapshot Report Now Available

The 2025 Snapshot Report tool is now available and provides a comprehensive, easy-to-use overview of state, region, and district performance, staffing, finances, and demographics. The report brings together key information on membership, attendance, dropout and graduation rates, STAAR performance, staff demographics, and financial indicators.

The tool also features Peer Search, which allows users to compare districts with similar community types, enrollment sizes, property wealth, and tax rates. The Snapshot Report includes lagging data, as the report includes U.S. Census data, which is released later in the year.

Accountability Training Resources Webpage Now Available

The Accountability Training Resources webpage serves as a centralized location for accountability training materials and presentations developed by Performance Reporting. The page provides access to recorded webinars, slide decks, guidance documents, tools, and other resources designed to support educators and administrators in understanding accountability processes, reporting products, methodologies, and data sources. LEAs are encouraged to bookmark this page and check regularly for new training opportunities and updates as additional accountability resources become available.

Course Highlight

Learn More About A-F Accountability Ratings The TEA Learn course, Understanding the A–F Accountability Ratings, provides a self-paced overview of the accountability system and practical guidance for understanding accountability ratings, analyzing data, and planning for improvement. For more resources visit the Performance Reporting Resources webpage.

Opportunities for Feedback

Improve Performance Reporting Processes and Products

Many of the tools shared in recent bulletins were created and shared based on the feedback received from stakeholders across Texas. As we work to better serve our stakeholders, if you have suggested enhancements to existing products or processes or new tools that would better meet your needs, please share your ideas through our survey, Suggested Enhancements to Performance Reporting's Products and Processes. We appreciate your feedback, thank you!

Texas Assessment Program Updates

This communication is to inform you of the following upcoming activities for the Texas Assessment Program.

For questions or assistance regarding the information in this section, contact Texas Testing Support at 833-601-8821, TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com, or TexasAssessment.gov via live chat. Important Dates are available in the Calendar of Events.

December 2026 STAAR Administration

The Retester and EOC Eligibility fields in Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) have been set by Cambium Assessment, Inc. (CAI) for students eligible for the December 2026 STAAR administration who previously did not meet the passing standard. The EOC-Previously Passed field has also been updated for students who have previously passed a STAAR EOC assessment. Retester and EOC Eligibility field information is based on prior administration reports for verification.

STAAR Interim Assessments

As a reminder, STAAR Interim Assessments Window 1 (mathematics and reading language arts) and Window 2 (science and social studies) open on October 12, 2026. Starting today, October 5, 2026, testing personnel may begin creating test sessions in the Test Administrator Interface of the Test Delivery System (TDS) and may order paper and braille test materials. For more information about interim assessments, refer to the STAAR Interim Assessments web page.

Did You Know?

The 2026–2027 Accessibility for the Texas Assessment Program training is now posted in the Learning Management System. Please help spread the word by sharing this information with district special populations staff who serve students receiving accessibility supports.

For questions or assistance regarding the information in this communication, contact Texas Testing Support at 833-601-8821, TexasTestingSupport@cambiumassessment.com, or TexasAssessment.gov via live chat.

Communications from Across the Agency

Critical performance reporting updates are shared through To The Administrator Addressed Correspondence (TAA)  which are important messages of interest to school districts, charter schools, and regional education service centers. If you do not currently receive the weekly TAA email, you can Sign up to receive email notification when new letters are posted. 

Federal Rescission of CTE Methods of Administration Requirements

The Texas Education Agency provided notice in a recent To the Administrator Addressed regarding the rescission by the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, of the federal Methods of Administration (MOA) requirements historically associated with CTE programs. While the federal MOA monitoring structure has been discontinued, it is important to emphasize that recipients of federal funding remain responsible for complying with applicable civil rights laws and the use of the nondiscrimination statement. Equitable access to and participation in CTE programs will continue to be monitored through existing federal Perkins accountability requirements and the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) process, which require recipients to evaluate and address access, participation, and performance gaps among special populations and other student groups. 

Updated Educational Aide I Certification Requirements 

Effective August 2, 2026, amendments to the Educational Aide I certification requirements align eligibility with the completion requirements for the Education and Training program of study. The Educational Aide I certificate serves as the aligned industry-based certification for this program of study and provides eligible students with the opportunity to earn a recognized credential. 

Under the updated rule, a candidate may qualify for the Educational Aide I certificate by: 

• Being enrolled as a high school student; and 

• Being a CTE Completer in the Education and Training program of study, defined as completing, passing, and receiving credit for three or more Education and Training courses for a total of four or more credits from the list of courses in subparagraphs (A)-(H), including at least one Level 3 or Level 4 course.  

Students in the Class of 2027 may continue to qualify under the previous requirements. Beginning with the Class of 2028, students must meet the amended requirements.  School systems should use the 2026-2027 school year to align advising practices, course sequencing, and graduation planning with the new requirements. 

For additional information, please review 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 230, Subchapter E. Questions regarding this transition may be directed to cte@tea.texas.gov. 

Class of 2030 CCMR Refresh Webinar Series

The CCMR Deep Dive webinars are posted on the College, Career, and Military Preparation webpage. This webinar series will provide overviews of career and military readiness indicators and outline early planning actions districts can take—such as course sequencing, student advising, partner coordination, and documentation practices—to strengthen future College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) outcomes.

These sessions are intentionally focused on implementation considerations, not just policy awareness. They are designed to help districts examine their current systems, identify gaps in access or alignment, and plan for incremental improvements across multiple years. The webinars are most effective when viewed as a team. We strongly encourage districts to convene a team to engage in this learning together to support local decision‑making. Participants should walk away not just with information, but with clearer next steps for your district’s CCMR strategy.

2026–27 Purple Star Campus Designation

The Texas Education Agency announced that 329 Texas public schools have been awarded the Purple Star Campus Designation for the 2026–27 school year, recognizing their commitment to supporting students from military families. This year’s designations bring the total number of Purple Star–designated schools in Texas to 427.

In 2019, Governor Abbott signed Senate Bill 1557 into law, establishing the Purple Star Campus Designation, which is awarded to schools that demonstrate a significant commitment to providing comprehensive support for students from military families. To earn the designation, campuses must meet rigorous criteria, including designating a campus-based military liaison; creating and maintaining an easily accessible campus webpage with required information for military-connected families; instituting a campus transition program for military-connected students; and supporting a military family initiative.

All Texas public school campuses are eligible to receive a Purple Star Designation, regardless of the size of the military-connected student population. Applications are accepted annually, with the designation lasting two years.View the list of the 2026–27 Purple Star Campus Designees.

Local Accountability System

The Local Accountability System (LAS) empowers school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to design local accountability plans for their campuses. A school system adopting a Local Accountability Plan develops its own custom version of an A – F rating methodology for their campuses.

A Local Accountability System offers several benefits, including:

• Detailed Performance Insights: Provide parents, families, and communities with comprehensive information about local school performance and progress.
• Transparent Communication: Communicate local priorities and your commitment to achieving them.
• Public Reporting: Highlight the importance of your local goals by publicly releasing LAS plans and ratings.
• Community-Focused Measurements: Measure what matters most to your community and integrate these components into your LAS plan.

Please see the link to register for the LAS Overview Webinars below. These webinars provide an overview of LAS and next steps if school districts and open-enrollment charter schools are interested in taking part in this initiative.

LAS Overview Webinar Dates and Registration Links

• October 15, 2026, at 10:30-11:30 a.m.

For more information about the LAS, visit the TEA LAS website or contact us at las@tea.texas.gov.

Performance Reporting Release Dates

You may also view the Performance Reporting Calendar of Events, your go-to guide for key dates and deadlines related to accountability and performance reporting.

Thank you for your engagement with the weekly Performance Reporting Bulletin and your work on behalf of students across Texas! 

The Texas Education Agency will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.