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Emergency Operations Plan Compliance & Readiness
Emergency Management · Student Safety
High Priority
About this project
Shepherd ISD faces critical emergency preparedness gaps, including an outdated EOP of unknown age, an overdue review, and an unidentified mass notification system. The TxSSC 2026–2027 review cycle mandates EOP submission and a Reunification for Schools Annex by September 30, 2026—noncompliance risks public hearings and potential conservatorship.
The opportunity
The September 30, 2026 compliance deadline creates immediate urgency, and the district's current notification platform lacks dedicated EOC coordination capability. Incoming district leadership and available cooperative procurement vehicles position the district to act quickly and cost-effectively within the current fiscal cycle.
Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA)
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Modernization & Endpoint Management
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
A May 2026 cybersecurity incident exposed gaps in the district's security posture, and an active technology RFP due August 1, 2026, includes security and IT components. A compliance mandate for effective cybersecurity and password protections remains unmet, elevating risk to student data and district operations.
The opportunity
The summer 2026 budget cycle reflects a 17.74% increase in security services spending, and the Texas K-12 Cybersecurity Initiative provides a substantial statewide funding path. Acting before the August RFP deadline aligns procurement with budget availability and advances the district's stated IT and cybersecurity modernization priorities.
Texas K-12 Cybersecurity Initiative
Discuss this project →Mass Notification and Emergency Operations Modernization
Emergency Management · School Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district's current notification platform lacks dedicated emergency-operations and EOC coordination capability, leaving gaps in staff and community alerting during incidents such as gas leak evacuations and severe weather events. A September 30, 2026 EOP compliance deadline under the TxSSC review cycle elevates this to a critical, near-term operational and regulatory risk.
The opportunity
The approaching compliance deadline creates immediate urgency, and cooperative purchasing membership provides a streamlined procurement pathway with limited administrative burden. Acting within the current fiscal cycle protects the district from noncompliance consequences while strengthening community and staff safety outcomes.
Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA)
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety & Transportation Compliance Modernization
Student Transportation · Fleet Safety
High Priority
About this project
The district has experienced a recent bus collision and faces community concerns over driver behavior and staffing shortages, while existing fleet technology leaves gaps in driver monitoring and safety management. A state mandate requiring three-point seat belts across the fleet by 2029 creates a defined compliance deadline that requires proactive planning.
The opportunity
With a 2029 compliance milestone approaching and existing routing infrastructure already in place, the upcoming fiscal cycle is an effective window to assess and close fleet safety gaps. Cooperative purchasing agreements available to the district can streamline procurement and support cost-effective, compliant solutions.
Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA)
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Digital Accessibility · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The district operates multiple fragmented family-facing digital platforms with a WCAG 2.1 compliance deadline of April 26, 2028. Accessibility gaps across these portals create legal exposure and inequitable access for families, students, and community members with disabilities.
The opportunity
Beginning planning and procurement ahead of the 2028 deadline allows the district to consolidate fragmented digital systems, reduce legal risk, and align with broader IT modernization goals. Early action supports cooperative purchasing options and positions the district to leverage available state or federal accessibility funding.
Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA)
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