by Harris County Department of Education
Population growth is robust as numbers of students in Harris County school districts exceed 800,000. As one of the fastest growing counties in the United States, we depend on the census. The Census determines the federal funding dollars that flow into our state, county and our children’s schools.
Virtually all formulas for federal funding are calculated using Census numbers. Harris County schools depend on the Census. Census data will determine how approximately $26 billion in annual federal education funding is distributed nationally in the next 10 years.
“For Harris County schools to be fully represented in education funding decisions, we must ensure that every child in our county is counted,” said Harris County Department of Education County School Superintendent Dr. John E. Sawyer. “It is critical for each family to answer those 10 short questions and mail back the postage-paid envelope. Harris County students deserve their fair share of the education dollars.”
Being counted in the Census makes sense. Mail your form today for a stronger Harris County tomorrow.
(Harris County Department of Education supports school districts throughout greater Harris County with vital services and provides quality education programs to the general public. Visit www.hcde-texas.org to see how we might serve you.)
