Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Adrian Garcia
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Type of Request: Contract - Award
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Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 that the County Judge execute a 381 Agreement to provide a financial literacy program, including integrating The Stock Market Game, for students of Galena Park ISD (GPISD) in an amount not to exceed $83,200.
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Background and Discussion:
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Ann. ?381.004, as amended, Harris County Commissioner Precinct 2 desires to provide a financial literacy program for students of Galena Park ISD, including integrating The Stock Market Game, to support comprehensive literacy programs for the benefit of County residents.
Expected Impact:
The financial literacy program would give students the opportunity to participate in learning how to manage their finances and savings. Per the Texas Education Agency (TEA), 88% of GPISD's student population is economically disadvantaged
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