2025-2026 Charter School Program (Subchapter C and D, Cycle 2)
The purpose of this program is to provide financial assistance for the planning, program design, and initial implementation of charter schools and support the growth of high-quality charter schools in Texas, especially those focused on improving academic outcomes for educationally disadvantaged students.
Grant Period
From May 27, 2026, to September 30, 2026.
Applications and Award
The following table links to copies of all applications eligible for competitive review and indicates which applicant(s) are preliminarily selected to receive an award, pending successful completion of fiscal and programmatic review and negotiation.
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| Eligible Applications | Prelim. Award Selection |
|---|---|
| Hempstead ISD | Selected |
| School of Science and Technology | Selected |
| Texarkana ISD | Selected |
| Lamar CISD | Selected |
| Everman ISD (John & Polly Townley EL) | Selected |
| Everman ISD (Charles Baxter Junior High) | Selected |
| Pettus ISD | Not Selected |
| Wichita Falls ISD (Southern Hills ES) | Selected |
| Wichita Falls ISD (Booker T Washington ES) | Selected |
| Wichita Falls ISD (Hirschi Middle School) | Selected |
| Harlandale ISD | Selected |
| Universal Academy | Not Selected |
| BASIS Texas (Leander Primary) | Selected |
| BASIS Texas (Leander) | Selected |