Uvalde School District Reviews TEAMS Impact on Funding and Accountability Metrics

During the Uvalde CISD regular meeting on July 21, 2025, key discussions centered around the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) and its critical role in funding and accountability for the district. The meeting highlighted the importance of accurate data management in ensuring that Uvalde CISD receives appropriate funding based on student enrollment and participation in various programs.

The district's Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) team presented a breakdown of how PEIMS affects funding, compliance, and accountability metrics. They emphasized that PEIMS is not just about attendance; it encompasses a wide range of data related to each student and teacher, which ultimately drives the district's funding through Average Daily Attendance (ADA) and weighted ADA for special populations, including special education and emergent bilinguals.

Lorena Flores, the district's PEIMS specialist, along with her supervisor Loretta Delrimple, were present to address questions regarding data integrity and accountability. They explained that inaccuracies in PEIMS coding could lead to significant funding losses and compliance issues, underscoring the need for precise data entry and management.

The discussion also touched on the implications of program participation codes, which generate additional funding for various educational programs, including gifted and talented (GT) and dual credit courses. The team outlined how these codes, along with accountability metrics, directly influence the district's financial health and educational outcomes.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the necessity for Uvalde CISD to maintain accurate and comprehensive data management practices. As the district awaits updates from the Texas Education Agency regarding funding changes for the upcoming school year, the emphasis on proactive data management remains crucial for securing necessary resources and ensuring compliance with educational standards. The district plans to continue refining its approach to data collection and analysis to maximize funding opportunities and support student success.