Moving beyond simple data collection, participants will deconstruct CNA components (Demographics, Student Success, Teacher Retention, etc) to apply root cause analysis techniques, such as the "5 Whys." The training focuses on distinguishing symptoms from priority needs, creating a data-driven action plan that establishes how the Title I, Part A expenditures connect to the needs, and ensuring all strategies are robustly documented and evaluated for continuous, measurable student improvement.

Explore how ChatGPT can enhance federal programs and student advocacy by supporting decision-making, communication, and efficiency. This interactive session blends real-world examples with guided activities to demonstrate how AI can serve as a thinking partner for process and procedure development, compliance support, and problem-solving.

Key takeaways include strategies for using ChatGPT in decision support and scenario planning, refining inputs to generate more effective responses, and streamlining tasks and information processing. Participants will leave equipped with practical approaches to strengthen programs and support at-risk students.

Explore the financial lifecycle of federal funds- from planning and budget to payroll, time, and effort, and reimbursement requests. This session highlights common pitfalls and best practices that support both compliance and effective resource management.

Ever wondered how to turn those dry statutes and audit training into your secret weapon against costly findings? If you've skimmed the rules or sat through sessions highlighting the biggest red flags, it's time to transform statutory language into practical, everyday documents and it is simpler than it seems—and highly effective. This session will have some examples for job descriptions, personnel activity reports, inventory control, supplemental pay agreements and a few more. Your roadmap to audit-proof success starts here!

The session provides an overview of how the TEA calculates federal grant entitlements, including Title I, Part A, IDEA-B, and Perkins V, and explains the methodologies, phases, and adjustments involved. It outlines the process for applying for grant funding through PDF and eGrants formats, emphasizing eligibility requirements, timelines, and submission steps. The presentation also covers federal fiscal compliance requirements such as ESSA LEA MOE, IDEA-B LEA MOE, and Comparability, detailing tests, consequences, and waiver options. Finally, it highlights technical assistance resources, important dates, and contact information to support school systems in meeting entitlement and compliance obligations.  

Strong internal controls and effective risk assessment go hand in hand to ensure fiscal compliance. In this session, we’ll guide you through navigating the non-compliance process while assessing and strengthening your internal controls. You’ll gain practical strategies and actionable tips to help your team develop and implement robust internal control frameworks and risk assessment processes and essential tools for maintaining compliance and reducing organizational risk.  

This training provides an over of federal requirements related to inventory and property management practices, emphasizing accurate recordkeeping, internal controls, and proper handling under EDGAR. Participants will also learn how to document, track, and dispose of grant‑funded equipment and supplies in alignment with TEA requirements and federal regulations.

Frequent moves, new schools, and shifting friendships are part of life for military-connected youth—but with the right support, these transitions can spark growth and resilience. In this interactive session, educators and youth-serving professionals will explore the unique experiences of these students, uncover proven strategies to ease school relocations, and learn how to transform challenges into opportunities for academic achievement, personal development, and future success. Through equitable, consistent, and high-quality support, participants will be empowered to help military-connected youth thrive no matter where their journey leads.

Educational leaders today face mounting pressure to enhance productivity while maintaining quality instruction and administrative oversight. This session introduces three leading AI language models—Gemini, Copilot, and Claude—that can transform how educators approach daily tasks, conduct research, and create educational content. This presentation offers hands-on demonstrations and practical applications specifically designed for educational environments. Attendees will discover how these AI tools can streamline administrative workflows, enhance research capabilities, and support creative content development while maintaining educational standards and ethical guidelines.