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Texas

Kaufman Independent School District

Kaufman Independent School District is a mid-size, low-wealth district on the rural eastern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. It has a diverse student population. Of its 3,000 students, 40 percent qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. There are six schools in the district.

Kaufman allocated $2 million in QZAB funds to Monday Primary School (pre-K to first grade) and Phillips Elementary Schools (second to fourth grades). Funds will be used for renovation of school facilities such as floors, carpets, and kitchen equipment. The primary school is over 70 years old, and the elementary school is over 50 years old. The district will also use QZAB funds to upgrade technology through computer purchases and networking updates. Kaufman is considering installing a wireless network throughout the district.

The schools? partners are several local businesses. They have contributed services for students and teachers such as an information session about a specific career.

Ysleta Independent School District

Ysleta Independent School District serves 48,000 students in 57 schools in the El Paso area. It is the eighth largest school district in Texas. The district is located in an Empowerment Zone. Some 65-70 percent of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.

Ysleta issued QZABs for two projects. The first is the enhancement of technology in district libraries. Renovations infrastructure upgrades to better incorporate technology. Funding for this project totals $4 million in QZABs. Specific schools involved in the project are Sageland Elementary School, Eastwood Heights Elementary School, Edgemeer Elementary School, and Tierra Del Sol Elementary School.

The second program funded by QZAB proceeds is a part of a larger initiative to provide a laptop for each student in the district. Though QZABs will not fully fund this initiative, the $8 million will greatly enhance the effort.

Several local businesses are participating in the program as the partners. Contributions include monetary donations, consulting services, volunteer support, school supplies, and training support.

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