Consider/Approve 2026-2027 School Year Purchase for Early College High School and Comprehensive High Schools' Dual Credit Textbooks and Materials Description: Priority #1: Optimize Engaging and Diverse Learning The product or service is textbooks and materials aligned with the dual-credit IHE partnership with Dallas College for ECHS and all CFBISD high schools. These textbooks and materials are ne

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5.AL. Consider/Approve 2026-2027 School Year Purchase for Early College High School and Comprehensive High Schools' Dual Credit Textbooks and Materials Description: Priority #1: Optimize Engaging and Diverse Learning The product or service is textbooks and materials aligned with the dual-credit IHE partnership with Dallas College for ECHS and all CFBISD high schools. These textbooks and materials are needed to support the success of dual-credit coursework for students. This will benefit any student who takes a dual credit course through Dallas College, both at ECHS and traditional high schools in CFBISD. This will be funded through TIMA (state) funds, as in previous years. This is a one-time purchase, billed annually upon payment. Dual Credit offers Early College High School (ECHS) and comprehensive high school students the opportunity to earn college credits while still enjoying their high school experience. Although the courses can be challenging, they are carefully designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in college and beyond. CFB is proud to participate in Dallas College's First Day program, which ensures that students receive all required textbooks and materials by the first day of class. This initiative provides students with the resources they need to excel as they navigate their college coursework. Our high schools and ECHS actively encourage students from diverse backgrounds to participate in the program, ensuring that more underrepresented students can access this valuable opportunity. We do not charge students who qualify for Free or Reduced-Priced Lunch for textbooks or materials due to state mandates. On average, Dual Credit course materials cost $67.44 per course. In the 2025-2026 school year, dual credit served 575 unique students in 1944 courses. The total cost of textbooks was $140,000. With an increasing number of students expected to enroll in the program for 2026-2027, we anticipate serving 580 unique students for 2453 courses. The total is predicted to be approximately $165,435. Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approves the purchase of dual credit textbooks and materials and designates authority to the Superintendent, or her designee, to execute purchases in the best interest in the District. Attachments: ( 1 ) ECHS DUAL CREDIT - Projections 2026 5/28/2026 at 5:19 PM