May/June Updates for our Higher Ed Partners

News for Our Higher Education Partners

As we approach the end of the school year, we’re hyper-focused on supporting TCB course completions, ensuring that we help as many graduating high school students as possible achieve their postsecondary goals.

We’re also busy conducting our annual evaluation program with our IHE partners, as well as preparing for our upcoming in-person Summer Conference in Garland. You’ll find more details and the link to register below - we hope to see you there!

Our fourth statewide conference will be held at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas on Monday, June 8. Open to representatives from all Texas LEAs and colleges, this all-day conference will provide updates on all aspects of Texas College Bridge and is also a great opportunity to engage in topical discussions and connect with peers from across the state.

Our agenda for the day will include information about the Fall 2026 launch of our new TSIA2 Test Prep program with results from our Spring pilot program, as well as EdReady platform updates such as the new, simplified process for Certificates of Completion. After our morning plenary, we’ll have lunch, followed by breakout sessions in the afternoon.

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We also hope you can join us for some pre-event networking and nibbles at a Welcome Reception on Sunday, June 7 from 5-7 p.m. at the Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar. To help us plan our food order, please RSVP here.

Conference rates for the Sunday evening are also still available at the following area hotels:

Tru by Hilton

Group Rates - King ($95), Queen ($105)

Book by May 8

TCB Booking Link

Hyatt place Dallas/Garland/Richardson

Group Rates - King or Queen ($90)

Book by May 29

TCB Booking Link

Update on 2025/2026 Course Completion

So far this year, we have recorded more than 210,000 course completions (math and English). In addition, there are nearly 11,000 English students who only need a passing essay for completion.

As we progress towards the end of the school year, we will continue to work closely with districts and teachers to ensure that students do not miss out on their TSI waiver because of a missing or ungraded essay, or an unclaimed certificate.

2025-2026 Evaluation Program Update

This year, 51 of our Higher Ed partners have submitted DSAs, indicating they will participate in our program evaluation, which was kicked off during our recent Virtual Mini-Summit in March. Data sets, which will include Spring 2026, are due to Cicero Group by June 1.

We anticipate results from Cicero’s analysis in August, and will be scheduling a webinar to share with all of our partners before the beginning of the new school year.

Thanks to all of you who are participating in the evaluation this year. We greatly appreciate your participation and support in this important work!

Other Events and Resources

Higher Ed Regional Information Sessions

Please join us this month for "Coffee & Questions" - a series of information sessions geared specifically to the interests of our Higher Ed Partners. These half-hour virtual meetings will focus on how TCB supports higher ed enrollment through our College Prep and new Test Prep programs. Be on the lookout for your calendar invite, and save this link for joining us!

5/12/26 at 10:00 am - Region 3 (Metroplex)

5/12/26 at 10:30 am - Region 6 (Gulf Coast)

5/14/26 at 10:00 am - Region 8 (South Texas)

5/14/26 at 10:30 am - Region 7 (Central Texas)

5/19/26 at 10:00 am - Region 2 (Northwest)

5/19/26 at 10:30 am - Region 1 (High Plains)

5/20/26 at 10:00 am - Region 9 (West Texas)

5/20/26 at 10:30 am - Region 4 (Upper East)

5/21/26 at 10:00 am - Region 5 (Southeast)

5/21/26 at 10:30 am - Region 10 (Upper Rio Grande)

Virtual Mini-Summit Recorded Sessions Available

Following our Virtual Mini-Summit for District and Higher Ed partners held on March 26, the session recordings and presentations - including the kick off sessions for our 2025-26 Evaluation Program - are now available on our website here.