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The High School Equivalency Program (HSEP) or In-School GED Option Program is designed to provide an alternative for high school students, age 16 and over, who are at risk of not graduating from high school and earning a high school diploma.

Districts with a HSEP see Announcements on the left hand menu for the lastest information and tracking sheets for the 2010-2011 school year.

Reporting Information:

HSEP Forms - Information and how to request

PEIMS Reporting  - ADA Funding for HSEP Students

Annual Reporting for American Council on Education, GED Testing Service

TAKS and HSEP Students requirements for testing


Program Authorization

Texas Education Code - Chapter §29.087

Commissioner's Rules - Chapter 89, Subchapter DD

Additional Information:

GED Testing Home Page

American Council on Education - GED Testing Service (GEDTS)

GED Test Center Locator


For More information Contact:

Ronald Heinrich
512/475-3541
hsep@tea.state.tx.us

May 20, 2013

Commissioner Williams joins TTM presentation to the American Red Cross West, Texas Relief Fund

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today joined representatives of Think Through Math (TTM), a Web-based math program, at a ceremony presenting a check for $11,367 to the American Red Cross West, Texas Relief Fund.

April 30, 2013

Commissioner Williams to attend first meeting of El Paso board of managers

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams announced today that he will attend the first formal meeting of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) board of managers.  The meeting, which will include an official swearing-in ceremony and selection of board officers, will take place on Tuesday, May 7, in El Paso.

April 24, 2013

Commissioner Williams visits West ISD

Commissioner Michael L. Williams today met with administrators, educators and students in the West Independent School District to assess the district’s needs for the remainder of the school year. West ISD began classes this week following a tragic explosion that devastated the community on April 17.

April 23, 2013

Commissioner Williams announces 2013 accountability system

Commissioner of Education Michael L. Williams today announced the four components that will be part of the new 2013 state accountability system for school districts, campuses and charters in Texas. The first ratings under this system will be issued by the Texas Education Agency on August 8, 2013.