Active Projects
{{number}} projects identified for {{city}}
E-Rate Cybersecurity & Network Infrastructure Modernization
Cybersecurity Compliance · Network Infrastructure
High Priority
About this project
Active E-Rate cybersecurity procurements are underway with proposals due October 2026 and implementation targeted by July 2027, while aging firewalls approach end-of-life and a fragmented multi-vendor security stack creates coverage gaps. Texas cybersecurity incident reporting and annual training mandates add compliance pressure, elevating operational and regulatory risk across the district.
The opportunity
The 2026–2027 adopted budget reflects significant increases in data processing and security services, confirming allocated funding aligned to a stated zero-trust modernization priority. Acting within the current procurement window ensures compliance continuity, reduces infrastructure risk, and positions the district for a more unified, resilient security posture before existing systems reach end-of-life.
E-Rate Cybersecurity Pilot
Discuss this project →Endpoint Management & IT Operations Consolidation
IT Modernization · Endpoint Security
High Priority
About this project
A large public charter network supporting nearly 68,000 students operates a fragmented, multi-vendor IT and device management environment, creating redundant tooling and elevated administrative overhead. This split ecosystem strains IT staff, increases operational risk, and complicates consistent security policy enforcement across the organization.
The opportunity
New CIO leadership in 2026, an active E-Rate cybersecurity procurement cycle with proposals due October 2026, and a 31% budget increase in data processing services create a well-timed window for consolidation. Acting now aligns with zero-trust modernization goals, reduces long-term operational costs, and strengthens security posture ahead of the FY2027 implementation deadline.
E-Rate Cybersecurity Pilot
Discuss this project →Identity & Access Governance Modernization
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A fragmented, multi-vendor security environment lacks unified identity and credential governance, creating compliance gaps under Texas cybersecurity incident reporting mandates and zero-trust requirements. With nearly 68,000 students and staff, unmanaged credential sprawl poses significant operational and data security risk.
The opportunity
The active E-Rate cybersecurity procurement cycle—with proposals due October 2026—provides a near-term, funding-eligible vehicle to address identity governance. Budget increases in security and monitoring services confirm financial readiness, and a new CIO appointment signals institutional openness to modernization.
E-Rate Cybersecurity Pilot
Discuss this project →Campus Emergency Operations Plan Compliance & Preparedness
Emergency Management · Student Safety
High Priority
About this project
The campus carries an overdue multihazard Emergency Operations Plan with a Texas School Safety Center submission deadline of September 30, 2026. A recent lockdown incident without a public after-action review, combined with identified mass notification gaps, elevates both compliance failure risk and day-to-day operational safety for students and staff.
The opportunity
The hard September 30, 2026 regulatory deadline creates immediate urgency, and incoming campus leadership presents a timely opening to address inherited preparedness deficiencies. Acting now reduces compliance exposure, strengthens incident response, and positions the campus to align safety investments with the current fiscal planning cycle.
Web Accessibility & Digital Content Compliance
Web Accessibility · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
A confirmed mandate requires WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance across public-facing web portals, PDFs, and digital content by April 26, 2027. Gaps in the current digital environment create legal exposure and limit equitable access for students, families, and staff with disabilities.
The opportunity
The September 2026 deadline for the 2026–2029 Interactive Online Learning Grant ($300K per award) offers a near-term funding pathway to offset accessible content production costs. Acting within the current fiscal cycle supports compliance readiness ahead of the April 2027 mandate and reduces legal and operational risk.
2026-2029 Interactive Online Learning Grant
Discuss this project →