ACADEMY STAFF REPORT RECOMMENDATION
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Discuss, consider and act to approve WA Resolution 25-09 ratifying the Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials Allotment Survey 2025-2026 (Dr. Kelly Ritchie, Head of School)
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STAFF: Dr. Kelly Ritchie, Head of School
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this proposal is to formally certify the appropriate and effective use of the Instructional Materials Allotment (IMA) provided by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), in accordance with the requirements outlined in the Texas Education Code and the State Board of Education (SBOE) rules. This certification ensures that our district remains in compliance with state laws and continues to receive necessary funding for instructional materials and educational technology.
DISCUSSION:
The Instructional Materials and Technology Allotment (IMTA) was established to assist Texas school districts in the purchase of instructional materials, technological equipment, and services that support student instruction. Per Texas Education Code §31.0211, each district is entitled to an annual allotment determined by the Commissioner of Education, which may be used for:
• Adoption of instructional materials (state-adopted or locally selected),
• Technological equipment and services,
• Training related to instructional materials and technology,
• Access to and use of instructional materials in digital formats.
To access and expend these funds, each school board must certify annually that the district will provide students with instructional materials that cover the essential knowledge and skills of the required curriculum for each grade level.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval allows Westlake Academy to be eligible for specific funding from TEA for instructionally aligned materials. Without approval, Westlake Academy would need to find additional funds to replace this lost revenue.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving WA Resolution 25-09 certifying the provision of IMA Survey for 2025-2026.
ATTACHMENT:
WA Resolution 25-09
PYP-MYP Completed IM Survey
BOARD OF TRUSTEES ACTION/OPTIONS:
1) Motion to approve
2) Motion to amend with the following stipulations (please state the stipulations in motion)
3) Motion to table
4) Motion to deny