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Assistance for Developing and Implementing a Local Designation System

Districts are welcome to receive support from third-party vendors to develop their local designation systems and manage appraisal data, including regional Education Service Centers (ESCs), technical assistance providers (TAPs), and other district consultants.

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Regional Education Service Centers
TIA Support at No Cost

All regional education service centers are trained by TEA to provide broad TIA support to their districts at no cost. Each region’s ESC is available to assist districts in bringing TIA to the district, help guide local designation system development, and provide technical assistance.

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Technical Assistance Providers

Each year, providers may apply for inclusion on the TIA TAP list. Inclusion does not constitute TEA approval or endorsement; it indicates the provider met the minimum criteria for inclusion at the time of application. All TAPs provide General TIA Planning and Implementation support and may offer additional areas of expertise. Districts are encouraged to verify provider information and use the Possible Questions for Technical Assistance Providers when selecting a provider.

The application window for 2026-27 is now closed. The application for 2027-28 providers will open by early summer 2027.

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Questions to Ask When Sourcing a TAP

Selecting the right support starts with asking the right questions. Whether your district is planning, implementing, expanding, or refining its local designation system, these questions can help identify the provider best suited to your district’s needs.

Possible Questions for TAPs