146 teachers earn $1.7M in state recognitions

Harmony Public Schools is proud to announce that 146 of its exceptional educators have been awarded designations through the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program. Together, these designations generate a combined total of $1,701,624 in funding designed to reward, recruit, and retain outstanding teachers.

The recognized teachers earned distinction under TIA performance standards, which measure student growth and classroom teaching excellence. Under Texas law, at least 90% of TIA allotment funds are designated directly for teacher compensation on the campuses where the designated educators teach.

"This is a massive achievement for our teachers, our district, and our entire community," said Area Superintendent Dr. Mustafa Altindag. "Our educators go above and beyond every single day to foster growth and excellence in their classrooms. These TIA designations and the $1.7 million in total allotments are a direct reflection of their hard work, dedication, and measurable impact on student success."

What is the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)?
Established by the Texas Legislature as part of House Bill 3 in 2019, the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) was created to provide a pathway for top-performing teachers to earn high-level compensation while encouraging them to remain in the classroom, particularly in high-need and rural schools.

Key features of the TIA program include:

• Recognizing Excellence: Teachers earn one of three statewide designations—Recognized, Exemplary, or Master—based on rigorous local evaluation systems incorporating classroom observation data and student growth measures, or by holding a National Board Certification.
• 5-Year Impact: Once awarded, a TIA designation remains active on a teacher’s Texas teaching certificate for five years.
• Direct Funding: TEA calculates annual allotments based on the teacher's designation level and the socioeconomic status and rural status of their campus. Districts are required by state law to spend at least 90% of the allotment funds on teacher compensation at the designated teacher's campus.

"Providing our educators with competitive compensation and recognizing their expertise is essential to building strong schools," added Altindag. "We look forward to building on this success and supporting even more of our teachers in reaching these prestigious designations in the future."

About Harmony
Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas blends the highest standards and expectations with a rigorous, math- and science-centered STEM curriculum and dedicated, engaged teachers and families to cultivate excellence and prepare students to succeed in college, careers, and life. At Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas, we believe every child can succeed, and we are committed to helping them realize their full potential. There are nine campuses in the Austin Metroplex: Austin, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, and Pflugerville. We have open enrollment for students and career openings for school professionals.