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Title I, Part A, Capacity Building Initiative

EDGAR Training Days

EDGAR Training Days

TEA's Grant Compliance and Administration Department remains dedicated to providing ESC federal grant staff with timely and continuous training and support. Federal grant funds allocated to most federal grants received by the ESC can cover travel expenses for these activities.

 

October 6, 2026 (Registration is now open): This training event will cover all the "need to know" information for the 2026-2027 program year.
 

 

 

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Who Should Attend?

This one-day academy would benefit ESC staff who work in any way with federal grant programs at the ESC or with school systems.

 

Important Dates for October Training Day

  • Registration closes: September 22, 2026
  • *Last day to cancel with refund: September 25, 2026
  • *Last day to substitute attendees: October 2, 2026

*must receive in writing at t1si@esc14.net.

 

Download the Event Flyer (PDF)

Registration Information

 

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Hosted by the Title I, Part A Capacity Building Initiative in collaboration with the Texas Education Agency

 

Phone: (325) 675-7007

Email: t1si@esc14.net

June Training Slide Decks

 

2026 ESC GRIT Training - Federal Grant Management (6.30.26)

2026 GRIT ESC Training - Appropriations, Federal Hot Topics, and Proposed UGG Updates (6.30.26).pdf

October 6, 2026

Fee:  $100 per attendee

Format: In-person only

Location: Round Rock, Texas

 

October Registration Link (Pitstop) 

Session ID: 117885

 

Dietary Restriction Notification Form

Hotel Room Block

 

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Round Rock

270 Bass Pro Drive

Round Rock, TX 78665

The 2026 EDGAR Training Days will be held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Round Rock.

*Participants must make their own lodging arrangements.

 

Hotel Room Block for October 2026

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Round Rock. The group rate starts at $110 for the first 20 rooms. After those rooms have been reserved, the rate will increase to $129 per night for one King two-room suite plus applicable taxes and fees. *Room rate does not include local taxes and fees, currently 15.00%. Quoted rates will be offered, based on availability, to attendees one (1) day before and one (1) day after the date listed below.

Room rate is available to attendees for check-in beginning 10/5/2026 through check-out on 10/6/2026. 

 

Booking Information:

 Direct Booking Link

Additional Booking Link

  • The cutoff date to book the group rate will be September 6, 2026 and valid for the night of 10/5/26.

  • Guests can also call 1-800-HILTONS or via the hotel directly at 512-308-3883. 

  • Guests can refer to the group name Title I Part A State Initiative.

 

Hotel Amenities:

  • Complimentary self-parking.
  • Complimentary “Made to Order” buffet breakfast per in house guest from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
  • Complimentary “Evening Social” per in house guest from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. 
  • Complimentary 24-access to Fitness Center.
  • Complimentary 24-hour access to Hilton Connectivity Station.
  • Complimentary In Room Internet for all group members.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • There is no virtual or hybrid attendance option for the EDGAR Training Events.

  • October Registration closes: September 22, 2026

  • Yes.

    You may transfer your October registration to another staff member on or before 5:00 PM CST on September 25, 2026. 

    Email t1si@esc14.net to make the necessary updates.

  • Yes. Attendees will have access to beverages throughout the day. Lunch will be provided.

  • Registration will be conducted through Region 14 ESC’s Pitstop application. 

    1. Setup a Pitstop account.
    2. Register for the conference using this link: 
    3. Complete payment.
    4. Retain your confirmation email for your records.

    Questions about your registration? Email t1si@esc14.net. 

  • Register with Region 14 ESC Pitstop:

    1. Enter this URL in your browser: https://pitstop.esc14.net.

    2. In the top right corner, select REQUEST ACCOUNT.

    3. Enter your email address. Confirm email address. Select NEXT.

    4. Enter the required information. Select REQUEST.

    Workshop Registration:

    1. Use the registration link provided for the training session. Note: You will need the direct link to the workshop. You will not be able to search for these training sessions in the Pitstop catalog.

    2. Click on ADD TO MY CART.

    3. Login if requested. Answer the required questions.

    4. Click CHECKOUT. Confirm CHECKOUT.

    Download a PDF Guide

  • You may cancel your October registration with a full refund on or before on September 25, 2026. 

    Email t1si@esc14.net to make the necessary cancellation.

  • Parking Instructions: Complimentary self-parking for attendees.